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More about Microsoft's Origami: No Handheld Xbox, Connect to 360
>> Here are 2 new articles about the Microsoft Origami, we talked about it here previously. The articles do not really give the same info, so I share them both with you.
The origamiproject.com has been updated too ... not really more info except a date, March 9th 2006 (probably when MS will release official info), and a slogan/hint: "I am everywhere you are but never in the way".

From gameinformer.com:

Microsoft supposedly has very high hopes for the system, even going as far as calling on the portable tablet to "replace the laptop." It is said to be compatible with Windows Vista, but we don't yet know if Origami will actually use it as an operating system or just use its own.

One of the biggest eye catching moments seen in the Origami video was a running version of what appeared to be Halo. We've learned that this isn't just the PC or Xbox disc slid into the back. Origami will apparently run its very own proprietary gaming software, and a Halo port will most likely be one of the first titles released.

Perhaps the most interesting gaming feature, however, is Origami's ability to connect to Xbox 360s. Once connected to a 360, presumably through the USB ports, Origami is expected to function as a second screen for compatible games. One example we heard specifically focused on a game in the Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter vein. While you're TV is displaying the main game, the Origami could show the first person view of another player to help with tactical planning. Or the Origami screen could display an overhead view of the battlefield from a flying probe. Sports games could use it for play calling in football games or the 24 second shot clock in basketball games. And remember, we're talking about a touch screen here, so Origami could function as a controller as well as a dedicated screen. These are just a few of the many possibilities unlocked by such a setup. Let's just hope if this all comes to fruition that Origami's connectivity doesn't crap out like Game Boy Advance's.

From next-gen.biz:

With the AP's report today, at least some of this speculation about Microsoft's "Origami Project" can be mostly put to rest. The article clearly states that, again, according to the AP's internal source who is "close to Microsoft", the device isn't an iPod-killer, isn't a mobile phone or regular PC replacement, and lastly, it's not a portable Xbox.

Instead, the device is reportedly the first in a series of "ultra-portable" computers that will be capable of running the standard Windows XP operating system. The platform will be manufactured by a variety of computer makers, and might sell anywhere from $500 to $1000.
The report states that "The computers will generally be less powerful than full-fledged PCs", although their strengths will lie in general tasks such as photo editing, GPS, watching movies and checking e-mail. Apparently, the device will initially not have the advanced capabilities of Windows Media Center.

 

[neptunes]

seems like everyone is trying to board the connectivity train, even long after it has left.

 

[Matix]

If its released at $500, capable of running Windows XP (or better), and redesign so it can fit in my fucking pocket.... I might pick this shit up. Hell, it would be thee most affordable Handtop on the market.

 

[drumlord]

One of the biggest eye catching moments seen in the Origami video was a running version of what appeared to be Halo. We've learned that this isn't just the PC or Xbox disc slid into the back. Origami will apparently run its very own proprietary gaming software, and a Halo port will most likely be one of the first titles released.

Of course it isn't a disc slid into the back. It's a year old concept video. Halo was not being played on that and with the controls shown in the video COULDN'T be played on that. Places should stop trying to gleen information out of the video and slipping in "super secret exclusive insider info"

 

[Tiger]

I don't know why, but this "origami" deal just doesn't interest me in the least. Maybe if it were smaller.

 

[Joe]

If its released at $500, capable of running Windows XP (or better), and redesign so it can fit in my fucking pocket.... I might pick this shit up. Hell, it would be thee most affordable Handtop on the market.

why not just get a pocketpc then? its a perfectly fine alternative to windows xp and you can get a good one for about $300...

obviously not as functional as a real pc, but you wont find anything like that to fit in your pocket for a long time me thinks.

 

[Kung Fu Jedi]

On top of that, it seems like this topic should be in the OT, since it looks like Origami is not a gaming device at all, and just a PDA on steroids.

Still, depending on the feature set and price, I would be interested in this.

 

[MrAngryFace]

I dont want a half assed gaming device, gimme a cheap tablet pc and be done with it

 

[Geoff9920]

Connectivity? :lol How original...

Oh well, at least it [supposedly] does other more useful things.

 

[Matix]

why not just get a pocketpc then? its a perfectly fine alternative to windows xp and you can get a good one for about $300...

obviously not as functional as a real pc, but you wont find anything like that to fit in your pocket for a long time me thinks.

PPCs, are not powerful enough to run Windows XP. Thus, they fail.


HANDTOPs > PPCs !!

 

[Vandiger]

Ultraportable laptop yes please.