Palm: Pre, webOS & app discussion
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elbows
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I dont think people are suggesting that. I think the idea is that HTC would do better hardware and might make less of an arse of dealing with the network operators.
I don't believe that Palm's issues are related to hardware.
As for dealing with Network operators, that may well be more pertinant.
But... Anyone playing in this market now has to take on Apple (and Google, to a lesser degree right now). It's a big ask and deep pockets and/or brand reach is what's needed.
As for dealing with Network operators, that may well be more pertinant.
But... Anyone playing in this market now has to take on Apple (and Google, to a lesser degree right now). It's a big ask and deep pockets and/or brand reach is what's needed.
editor
hiraethified
I disagree. Palm currently has the best OS but a very limited number of handsets available.
HTC are recognised as one of the leading designers and manufacturers of high end smartphones.
Palm's webOS + HTC handset design = world'o'win in my book.
Kid_Eternity
Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?
What's the build quality like on htc phones these days?
editor
hiraethified
Looks pretty easy on the eye to me.
http://www.electricpig.co.uk/2010/03/09/htc-legend-review-design-and-build-quality/
They are undoubtedly the leading hardware designers. No question.
To focus on that ignores so many other issues - which the Palm CEO himself recognises. (Thanks for that interview link by the way - very frank, a good read).
editor
hiraethified
Engadget are feeling the HTC + Palm love, big time!
http://www.engadget.com/2010/04/09/editorial-htc-and-palm-should-get-hitched-and-make-beautiful-ba/
http://www.engadget.com/2010/04/09/editorial-htc-and-palm-should-get-hitched-and-make-beautiful-ba/
Kid_Eternity
Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?
Interesting...
A selection of analysts opinions in this MarketWatch article:
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/palm-fueled-by-rumors-but-price-would-be-high-2010-04-09
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/palm-fueled-by-rumors-but-price-would-be-high-2010-04-09
Crispy
The following psytrance is baṉned: All
Palm actively looking for a buyer now, apparently
http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=arvXvuu.DqW4
http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=arvXvuu.DqW4
UnderOpenSky
baseline neural therapy
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hiraethified
The Palm webOS on a Touch HD2 or Desire would be *awesome*.Can I have it on a Touch HD2 or an Evo please?
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hiraethified
Palm now supposedly definitely up for sale. HTC still a name associated with a takeoever.
http://www.wirefresh.com/palm-is-up-for-sale/
http://www.wirefresh.com/palm-is-up-for-sale/
UnderOpenSky
baseline neural therapy
Here's to hoping. I think it could do them some good having an OS to call their own, especially as all the new windows phones will be much more uniform and they will have no chance to put sense/touchflo on to personalize them.
That's got me a little excited again now.
Kid_Eternity
Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?
HTC buying Palm would be very cook indeed, it'd be ideal thinking about it. A great os on great hardware to really take on Google and Apple, just what the smartphone market needs.
Now just watch as Apple fucking buys them out for their patent portfolio...
Now just watch as Apple fucking buys them out for their patent portfolio...
grit
an ugly force for good
Why? what would you run?
grit
an ugly force for good
They are shipping Android devices, they are not in competition with google.
Well, Open Office for one.
No doc editing on the Pre at the moment as far as I know.
grit
an ugly force for good
Well, Open Office for one.
You mean like the desktop version of Open Office?
editor
hiraethified
Linux Firefox (more or less fully) ported to the Pre!
I wish webOS would gain more traction because there's clearly loads of fun to be had with such an open device.
http://www.precentral.net/firefox-ported-webos-pdk-blame-madness
I wish webOS would gain more traction because there's clearly loads of fun to be had with such an open device.
http://www.precentral.net/firefox-ported-webos-pdk-blame-madness
grit
an ugly force for good
Linux Firefox (more or less fully) ported to the Pre!
I wish webOS would gain more traction because there's clearly loads of fun to be had with such an open device.
http://www.precentral.net/firefox-ported-webos-pdk-blame-madness
Why on earth would anyone bother??
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hiraethified
Great things come from hacking and experimenting.
grit
an ugly force for good
Getting desktop versions of applications running on hardware where they cant really be used, is not one of these instances.
Lazy Llama
Suburban robots that monitor reality
From the full article, it seems it's the Android version of Firefox, so it's a mobile-friendly one, but the UI doesn't seem to fit very well on the Pre screen (from the screenshot you can see the "http://" of the address bar, but not the actual address).
It's a good start though, by a single person doing the port.
It's a good start though, by a single person doing the port.
Kid_Eternity
Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?
One of the more interesting things I've read (and pondered) regarding Palm buyout is Nintendo taking it over. Can't see it myself but then if Ninty wanted to steam into the phone market and bring it's MASSIVE IP back catalogue with it I reckon that might raise a few eyebrows over at Apple!
grit
an ugly force for good
I'm starting to wonder if they will find a buyer. The concept of throwing good money after bad comes to mind. For example if a takeover was going to happen why wouldnt have people pounced when it was at $3
E2A: Nice post showing the complete fuck up the whole thing has been
http://www.mondaynote.com/2010/03/21/who-will-buy-palm/
E2A: Nice post showing the complete fuck up the whole thing has been
http://www.mondaynote.com/2010/03/21/who-will-buy-palm/
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