netbook future?

[theron]

interesting bbc article about the future of netbooks:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/8421491.stm

"Rising prices and better alternatives may mean curtains for netbooks.

The small portable computers were popular in 2009, but some industry 
watchers are convinced that their popularity is already waning.

"The days of the netbook are over," said Stuart Miles, founder and editor of 
technology blog Pocket Lint."

 

[theron]

yeah i agree about the smart phones, i expect they will eventually completely fill the void that may be left by the netbooks.

but i like netbooks for their battery life and ease of use compared to current smartphones.