HP Killing WebOS the webOS ecosystem HP snagged for $1.2 billion a year ago is already being ditched."In addition, HP reported that it plans to announce that it will discontinue operations for webOS devices, specifically the TouchPad and webOS phones. HP will continue to explore options to optimize the value of webOS software going forward.Any thoughts? HP Killing WebOS the webOS ecosystem HP snagged for $1.2 billion a year ago is already being ditched."In addition, HP reported that it plans to announce that it will discontinue... » Read More HP Killing WebOS the webOS ecosystem HP snagged for $1.2 billion a year ago is already being ditched."In addition, HP reported that it plans to announce that it will discontinue operations for webOS devices, specifically the TouchPad and webOS phones. HP will continue to explore options to optimize the value of webOS software going forward.Any thoughts? « Show Less
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WebOS HARDWARE is being discontinued. Software development is not being cancelled (at least at this point).
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I just added a product review covering this. Yes, it's abuse of the review system, but people need to know before ordering this. At the very least, I would expect imminent deep price cuts on remaining stock... but also not expect any further upgrades, bug fixes, or even much in the way of app development.We'll see if A posts the review.
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If I understand what is happening, I can buy a $99 tablet that will work for at least the next year or so, as WebOS will still be out there, and if WebOS disappears alltogether, I will still have a kindle reader? and also an mp3 player for my $99?
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Yes, it's important to point out that only the devices are discontinued. HP will sell webOS to the highest bidder, and the webOS development will continue. If HP can't sell the software properties, webOS itself could be discontinued thereafter.
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Pre 3 is both a touch phone and a slide out keyboard. Current os is 2.2.4 and yes it will not likely be updated because HP are more or less out of phone system. Having said that its a great phone. Can run on 4G. Still lots of apps out there. Easy to learn to use almost dont need a manual. There is still support in as much as everything you do is backed up automatically and retrievable. You can pick on up for $200
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The Palm TX and in fact the whole PDA line from Palm has been discontinued. However there are still plenty of people using the devises that don't want a convergent devise. So there are dealers that are jacking up the price. Try E-bay or a used unit from Amazon.
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I had a Pre and then a Pre2 for years. Absolutely, loved them, but, the operating system is no longer supported, so, started having issues. It broke my heart to change from them. I hope the HP will re-introduce them to the market place with modern upgrades, as, I would get one the minute they re-appear. Sorry to send you bad news, but, you should, maybe, choose something else.
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It sure seems to be defunct now. And most likely the entire company has gone down as well since their main product was really cordless phones and who needs them anymore? The website doesn't respond at all. Too bad because it worked very well in it's time. I suppose these units will all be discontinued since everything is available via smartphones anyway. However it is still possible to find and select stations directly from the radio.
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Agreed! This is the last straw for me. I've returned it already. Have NEVER been able to surf the net. Configuration problems are a nightmare. Technical support is like dealing with the clincally braindead. Well, that's what you get for Chinese made products. And can you believe, HP has stated that "it's a disposable device". Tell my bank account that! Back to Palm/OS!
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To the best of my knowledge this service is no longer available. I had worked for them several years ago and at that point we were struggling to make any impact on the tech market. Best of luck in your search.
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It is charging my rooted HP Touchpad running Android as I type this, but pretty much all chargers that output 5v1A do so. It's possible that the people saying it doesn't charge are running the stock operating system. I wouldn't expect anything except the OEM charger to work if it's not running Android.
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I've been watching this item as well and noticed the price increase. It's 999 if you buy it straight from HP, however you have to pay for shipping.I'm looking at purchasing this laptop for the upcoming school year, so I will continue to watch.
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What did you upgrade to? The IPAD? I just got my HP Tablet today and was not aware they were discontined. It's really cool but I'm worried about the warrenty and lack of support.
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I believe that as HP no longer supports this phone, the apps are hard to update. As much as I LOVED this phone, I have now gone to a newer smart phone. I miss the size of the palm pre and how it operated, but, over the past few months, I found that I could never update the app catalogue (probably, because there is not support for Palm users, anymore.
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I believe she is talking about upgrading the software to android (which now that hp has released an update to, some people don't find it to be an upgrade at all). She could also be talking about several software modifications that can speed up the touchpad.
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The Pre3 is still one of the best phones available as far as I'm concerned. I've been a fan of Palm and HP WebOS and was very disappointed when HP decided to no longer offer phones after owning the Treo, original Pre, and the Veer (only because the Pre 3 wasn't available in the US). I finally found two Pre 3 phones online from a private seller and snapped them up. My friends all use Android or Iphones, but we still stick with the Pre 3 on AT&T; 4G. They still work great and function the way a smartphone should.
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it's a great phone. best OS and UI so far. enough apps to get you started. but no new apps being developed. keep in mind it's 2 years old. otherwise great value for money - even greater might be their HP VEER - it's smaller - keyboard is great
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That is what ASUS have been doing for a long time now. Just look at their netbook line. Pretty much a new netbook every 2/3 month. In order to stay ahead of the business, and to, hopefully, surpass HP in their own game, this strategy is absolutely necessary. No only will this keep people interested in the brand as a whole, but also milk their super loyalists into changing their laptop once every half year. Furthermore, you have to admit that the UL30JT is in every shape and form better than the UL30VT.
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The Tungsten series were the last of the PDA's with Tungsten E being the first and TX being the last. On smart-phones, the Treo 650 was the last to have the Palm operating system. The Treo 700 and later having the window os which IMO was more confusing. My wife and I both use the Tungsten E2 (enough upgrade over the E to make it very worthwhile and definitely a huge upgrade over the Zire 150) and we have never had a problem. Also, don't disregard the used ones on Amazon (some as low as 15 dollars), we have always had good luck on the used ones, just make sure that you at least get one with a stylus, usb charging cable, and good battery. Good luck The Tungsten series were the last of the PDA's with Tungsten E being the first and TX being the last. On smart-phones, the Treo 650 was the last to have the Palm operating system. The Treo 700 and later having the window os which IMO was more confusing. My wife and I both use the Tungsten E2 (enough upgrade over the E to make it very worthwhile and definitely a huge upgrade over the Zire 150) and we have never had a problem. Also, don't disregard the used ones on Amazon (some as low as 15 dollars), we have always had good luck on the used ones, just make sure that you at least get one with... » Read More The Tungsten series were the last of the PDA's with Tungsten E being the first and TX being the last. On smart-phones, the Treo 650 was the last to have the Palm operating system. The Treo 700 and later having the window os which IMO was more confusing. My wife and I both use the Tungsten E2 (enough upgrade over the E to make it very worthwhile and definitely a huge upgrade over the Zire 150) and we have never had a problem. Also, don't disregard the used ones on Amazon (some as low as 15 dollars), we have always had good luck on the used ones, just make sure that you at least get one with a stylus, usb charging cable, and good battery. Good luck « Show Less
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Well, it's an issue of supply and demand. The product is no longer manufactured, and New Old Stock - which this is - is in limited supply. Most of us who want or need this device will settle for a used or 'refurbished' one for a fraction of that $489.99 price, but sellers of the NOS item are asking the highest price they think they can get - and if you check around, you'll find that this inflated figure (roughly ten times its original retail price just several years ago) is in fact in the ballpark.