I said that I thought a lot of gadgets that people drool over are unnecessary and self-indulgent. That's a statement that applies equally to every hardware and software vendor playing in the appliance and gadget fields, not just Be. But I was more bothered by the accusations because they imply that I'm somehow beholden to Be, and shouldn't be able to speak my mind freely. But I will not be obliged to be their shill just because that's what people expect of me. I will not dilute my opinions just so others can see through rose-colored glasses.
People can do the research, form their own opinions, make up their own minds.
Anyway, enough wind from me for one night. I just felt the need to confess that I have not suddenly become a neo-luddite, and that I feel conflicted both about Be's strategy and about the whole appliance revolution. I am fascinated by the evolution of technology, but I also watch it with a cautious eye. I don't think I'm alone in feeling conflicted over this stuff. Inc. All rights reserved.