The Litl Webbook
I really like the idea of the Litl, but it's kind of expensive at $700. For that you could get a bigger laptop that could do more. If you're looking for a cool laptop though, especially something that just works, without all of the problems of Windows, this might be for you. Here's part of the press release:
Ready to hit the reset button on personal computing? A new kind of computer company, litl (litl.com), today unveiled its webbook computer and operating system – a completely new and simple way for everyone in the family to enjoy online photos and all the web has to offer. The litl webbook, an Internet computer for the home, blends the engaging content and social interactivity of the web with high-quality TV-like viewing of online photos and other digital content.
Unlike PCs that are complex, hard to maintain and designed primarily for work, the litl webbook was created with a fresh approach that makes enjoying online photos and using the web simple, enjoyable and fun.
“As everything from music and photos to email and social networking moves online, it’s clear that the web is transforming personal computing. And yet, most homes are still using computers and software based on thinking from more than 30 years ago.” explained litl’s founder and CEO John Chuang. “We knew that to really meet the needs of home users – from kids to parents and grandparents – we needed to design an entirely new system that would make the web engaging, entertaining and fun.”
According to the Pew Internet & American Life Project, 69% of Americans online use webmail services, store photos and other data online, or use software programs such as word processing applications whose functionality is located on the web. The web’s convenience and flexibility are driving these users to adopt online services: 51% cited “easy and convenient”, 41% cite “ease of access from any computer”, and 39% cited “ease of sharing information” as major reasons. A third of this group also cited that “their data is better protected from computer failure."
You can read more about the Litl over at their site HERE.
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