"The VAR Guy was guilty of hyping Windows-based Ultra-Portables from startups like OQO a year ago, but he has drastically changed his thinking about the Ultra-Portable computer market. He thinks current market dynamics greatly favor Linux over Windows in the Ultra-Portable industry. Here's why.
"First, some thoughts about product positioning. The OQO pitches itself as 'a full PC that fits in your pocket.' Some executives and power users certainly want a small, full-functioned Windows device. But packing a lot of power into a small design requires a price premium. The OQO starts at about $1,300..."
