...PocketPC makers like Compaq have been unable to keep up with the demand for their devices.
Hey, Zico. I found something you might enjoy.
Here's a recent Cnet article with their latest flunky.
Here's an interesting exchange:
You mentioned the availability issue with the iPaq. The product has not been widely available, despite the fact that it launched in April. Now Compaq is saying it may not be fully available until the fourth quarter. What happened?
The reason the supply is short is because the manufacturers didn't build enough devices. They recognize that now, and they're rushing as fast as they can to build more devices. Of course, because of their lead times in acquiring components, now it's taking them some time to go back and correct their forecasting mistakes.
Do you think the fact that they were not making enough devices indicates a lack of full commitment to this market?
No, I don't really think it's any indication of lack of commitment. If there was any lack of commitment, it certainly would have disappeared at this point. Forecasting is an inexact science. We certainly expected more units to be sold. We're very excited about the product itself. And I think they've gone back and now it's sort of like I think we're right.
I like how this idiot tries to blame Compaq's reluctance to build CE devices on their "forecasting mistakes". Typical Microsoft attitude. I wonder whereever Compaq could have developed such an attitude about a Microsoft eMbedded (to use your gay spellling) operating system.
So what's it going to be, Zico? Are they realling selling like hotcakes or are the few dozen that were made selling?
There's a good trick to being unable to keep up with "demand", Zico. Make a limited number of devices. They teach that in shady business 101. I'm sure your bosses still offer lunch and learns on that and other related topics.
I'm sorry, Zico. I don't have enough bandwidth to supply evidence of Microsoft's ineptness with regard to any operating system. It's admirable that you toe the party line, but that doesn't change reality.
And regarding the $3,000 tax to put CE on a handheld device, Microsoft might want to start thinking about paying people to put CE on devices. Maybe then it'll start to take off.
You're right, pricing isn't usually a concern when developing handheld devices. The biggest concern is having a robust operating system. Lemme know when I can exect a robust embedded operating system from your company, Zico, mmmkay?
wow, can you believe that? only $3,000 to create and sell a "specialized" version of CE. Know how much it costs to sell a specialized version of Linux?
$0.00
Not sure about postage and handling, but since you seem to be the expert in that arena, perhaps you can tell me.
It makes the assertion that if 88% of commercials are never viewed by Tivo viewers, then commercial tv will cease to exist. bzzzzt.
First, the advertising industry is huge. They won't just shrivel up and go away. They will adapt to the game. They constantly overcome barriers.
Cable tv was supposed to do away with commercials. If we're paying for cable, there's no need to subsidize the programming, right? Well guess what, now we have basic, i.e subsidized and premium cable.
You can't go to the movies or watch a DVD without viewing commercials. They've even gone so far as to disable DVD playback when viewing the commercials.
The article is another fluff piece about how technology is going to change how things are done. The reality is things will change, but we'll still be essentially controlled by the same forces.
I feel sorry for the French. They have tried valiantly to secure their way of life. Everything from trying to limit the inclusion of english words into their lexicon (email, for example) to controlling the ratio of english to french content on french web sites.
The Internet is going to change that. And I wonder how the French will handle their loss of control. There early responses don't bode well.
I respect the French people and admire their culture. I seriously wonder, however, whether it has a future.
I too abhor GWB. I resent what he represents. I thank you for taking the bold step to offer your political opinion. You will of course be attacked, but it is important for us to attack GWB and show him for who he is.
The problem with censorware is that censorware itself cannot be free of bias. We've seen that some forms of censorware have mysteriously labeled innoucous content incorrectly. Further examination revealed that the content had an opposing, liberal tilt compared to the conservative forces behind the censoring.
I don't understand why in this greatest of nations, where we presumably protect the interchange of ideas and expression, that we are afraid to let people make their own minds up.
And please don't tell me we are doing this for the children. Most parents don't know what their kids are doing. I don't need someone else telling me how to take care of my children. Don't violate my rights to "protect" me.
The phrase "Separation of Church and State" does not exist in the Constitution. It is the generally accepted paraphrase of the 1st Amendment article that states "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof;"
In other words, Congress is prohibited from declaring any religion as the official religion of the U.S., nor can it prohibit the exercise of any religion.
There does not exist any clause in the Constitution that would explicitly prohibit actions such as prayer in school or engraving the phrase "In God We Trust" on our currency. However, the Supreme Court has ruled that these actions have the implicit effect of violating the 1st Amendment. That is why we have a Judiciary branch; They serve to mediate the issues that land in the grey zone.
I thoroughly enjoyed that game. Was always mystified why it didn't do as well. It's a shame, too, because it removes motivation from developers to be innovative.
Is it true that you have to publish your IP address before using the service? That's just what I need. The RIAA trying to make an example of me. Are there any services where you can remain anonymous, or at least give the appearance that you're anonymous?
Well, I don't think most people are concerned with Napster the company as opposed to Napster the symbol.
There will always be others to follow Napster if they go by the wayside, but if the force of the law is on RIAA's side, it will be driven deep underground, in effect limiting access to the most technologically elite. It will also allow RIAA to delay implementing a digital interface for consumers. We'll probably see a continuation of the monopolistic pricing that we've experienced with CD's.
So from a pure consumer point of view, we should all care.
I've just forwarded this question to the internet architect, Al Gore, and he has promised to get a response back to me by tomorrow. Seems he's busy wokring on the intergalaticnet at the moment and can't drop what he's doing. Nice guy, that Al.
Not being able to play Star Wars on my Linux box is not on the same plane as Martin Luther King fighting for the right to drink from the same water fountain as a white person.
Usenet can be a valuable resource but currently there isn't a good interface for combing through the tons of historical posts. I usually go to Deja and do a power search when I'm researching a product because I believe the people are the best judges rather than some lazy, paid reviewer. I hope more search engines begin to tap the usenet.
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...PocketPC makers like Compaq have been unable to keep up with the demand for their devices.
Hey, Zico. I found something you might enjoy.
Here's a recent Cnet article with their latest flunky.
Here's an interesting exchange:
You mentioned the availability issue with the iPaq. The product has not been widely available, despite the fact that it launched in April. Now Compaq is saying it may not be fully available until the fourth quarter. What happened?
The reason the supply is short is because the manufacturers didn't build enough devices. They recognize that now, and they're rushing as fast as they can to build more devices. Of course, because of their lead times in acquiring components, now it's taking them some time to go back and correct their forecasting mistakes.
Do you think the fact that they were not making enough devices indicates a lack of full commitment to this market?
No, I don't really think it's any indication of lack of commitment. If there was any lack of commitment, it certainly would have disappeared at this point. Forecasting is an inexact science. We certainly expected more units to be sold. We're very excited about the product itself. And I think they've gone back and now it's sort of like I think we're right.
I like how this idiot tries to blame Compaq's reluctance to build CE devices on their "forecasting mistakes". Typical Microsoft attitude. I wonder whereever Compaq could have developed such an attitude about a Microsoft eMbedded (to use your gay spellling) operating system.
So what's it going to be, Zico? Are they realling selling like hotcakes or are the few dozen that were made selling?
Perhaps you can enlighten about the marketplace.
Mmmkay?
There's a good trick to being unable to keep up with "demand", Zico. Make a limited number of devices. They teach that in shady business 101. I'm sure your bosses still offer lunch and learns on that and other related topics.
What else ya got, Zico?
I'm sorry, Zico. I don't have enough bandwidth to supply evidence of Microsoft's ineptness with regard to any operating system. It's admirable that you toe the party line, but that doesn't change reality.
And regarding the $3,000 tax to put CE on a handheld device, Microsoft might want to start thinking about paying people to put CE on devices. Maybe then it'll start to take off.
G'day, Mate.
You're right, pricing isn't usually a concern when developing handheld devices. The biggest concern is having a robust operating system. Lemme know when I can exect a robust embedded operating system from your company, Zico, mmmkay?
wow, can you believe that? only $3,000 to create and sell a "specialized" version of CE. Know how much it costs to sell a specialized version of Linux?
$0.00
Not sure about postage and handling, but since you seem to be the expert in that arena, perhaps you can tell me.
from microsoft's site:
How to Buy
Building and selling devices using Windows CE 3.0 requires two separate licenses from Microsoft.
A Platform Builder 3.0 licenseis required to buy and use Platform Builder 3.0, which is needed to create a customized Windows CE 3.0 image.
The Platform Builder license costs $3,000.
It appears that you have ignorantly supplied the FUD in this case.
Have a nice day.
It makes the assertion that if 88% of commercials are never viewed by Tivo viewers, then commercial tv will cease to exist. bzzzzt.
First, the advertising industry is huge. They won't just shrivel up and go away. They will adapt to the game. They constantly overcome barriers.
Cable tv was supposed to do away with commercials. If we're paying for cable, there's no need to subsidize the programming, right? Well guess what, now we have basic, i.e subsidized and premium cable.
You can't go to the movies or watch a DVD without viewing commercials. They've even gone so far as to disable DVD playback when viewing the commercials.
The article is another fluff piece about how technology is going to change how things are done. The reality is things will change, but we'll still be essentially controlled by the same forces.
Seems more suited for YRO. Oh well. At any rate, I hope the responses are more interesting than this one.
Can you spare some karma, bub?
I feel sorry for the French. They have tried valiantly to secure their way of life. Everything from trying to limit the inclusion of english words into their lexicon (email, for example) to controlling the ratio of english to french content on french web sites.
The Internet is going to change that. And I wonder how the French will handle their loss of control. There early responses don't bode well.
I respect the French people and admire their culture. I seriously wonder, however, whether it has a future.
I too abhor GWB. I resent what he represents. I thank you for taking the bold step to offer your political opinion. You will of course be attacked, but it is important for us to attack GWB and show him for who he is.
Fred Moody says that Windows 2000 is safer than Linux so I think there's nothing to worry about.
An extra week is tacked on to the release date every time someone asks for the source.
The problem with censorware is that censorware itself cannot be free of bias. We've seen that some forms of censorware have mysteriously labeled innoucous content incorrectly. Further examination revealed that the content had an opposing, liberal tilt compared to the conservative forces behind the censoring.
I don't understand why in this greatest of nations, where we presumably protect the interchange of ideas and expression, that we are afraid to let people make their own minds up.
And please don't tell me we are doing this for the children. Most parents don't know what their kids are doing. I don't need someone else telling me how to take care of my children. Don't violate my rights to "protect" me.
The phrase "Separation of Church and State" does not exist in the Constitution. It is the generally accepted paraphrase of the 1st Amendment article that states "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof;"
In other words, Congress is prohibited from declaring any religion as the official religion of the U.S., nor can it prohibit the exercise of any religion.
There does not exist any clause in the Constitution that would explicitly prohibit actions such as prayer in school or engraving the phrase "In God We Trust" on our currency. However, the Supreme Court has ruled that these actions have the implicit effect of violating the 1st Amendment. That is why we have a Judiciary branch; They serve to mediate the issues that land in the grey zone.
I love my Mame. I can get my fill of Crazy Climber and Scrambler. All those games that I could never defeat are now my bitches forever!
I thoroughly enjoyed that game. Was always mystified why it didn't do as well. It's a shame, too, because it removes motivation from developers to be innovative.
Well, Rubik can sue Cobalt. Go ahead Cobalt. Your move.
Is it true that you have to publish your IP address before using the service? That's just what I need. The RIAA trying to make an example of me. Are there any services where you can remain anonymous, or at least give the appearance that you're anonymous?
Well, I don't think most people are concerned with Napster the company as opposed to Napster the symbol.
There will always be others to follow Napster if they go by the wayside, but if the force of the law is on RIAA's side, it will be driven deep underground, in effect limiting access to the most technologically elite. It will also allow RIAA to delay implementing a digital interface for consumers. We'll probably see a continuation of the monopolistic pricing that we've experienced with CD's.
So from a pure consumer point of view, we should all care.
If you break the mirrors will you get 7 regular years of bad luck or 7 internet years of bad luck?
oh, so you admit wanting to go to SF? i knew you were a fag.
I've just forwarded this question to the internet architect, Al Gore, and he has promised to get a response back to me by tomorrow. Seems he's busy wokring on the intergalaticnet at the moment and can't drop what he's doing. Nice guy, that Al.
Not being able to play Star Wars on my Linux box is not on the same plane as Martin Luther King fighting for the right to drink from the same water fountain as a white person.
All those days spent playing tether ball will serve me well in my quest to become an astronaut!
Usenet can be a valuable resource but currently there isn't a good interface for combing through the tons of historical posts. I usually go to Deja and do a power search when I'm researching a product because I believe the people are the best judges rather than some lazy, paid reviewer. I hope more search engines begin to tap the usenet.