gadgets.boingboing.net - 4/24/2009
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Rumors that OQO canceled pre-orders for its Model 2+ ultramobile PC are untrue, according to the company. Instead, online vendor Build Your UMPC did so after OQO could not commit to a shipping date. "While we haven't canceled the orders, it is unlikely that we will be able to produce ...
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OQO Model 2+ Production Is Unlikely, Company Not Doing So Hot [Oqo]
Gizmodo —
OQO's pre-order cancellation and recent trouble lead us to believe that the company's not doing so well, which SVP Bob Rosin confirms by saying that their Model 2+ production is "unlikely". [BuildYourUMPC via BBG]
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Model 2+ production seen as "unlikely," says OQO exec
Engadget —
... The chances of seeing Model 2+'s release seems dimmer and dimmer, as online retailer Build Your UMPC has joined eXpansys in canceling pre-orders for the Model 2+. OQO's senior VP Bob Rosin confirmed bad news, saying a firm shipping date was partly the reason ...
OQO Model2+ Admits Production is Unlikely
I4U News —
... we will be able to produce additional model 2+ units. So it did not seem worth trying to police that story, as it is accurate in a long-term sense." Owners of OQO UMPCs that have problems with their machines are in trouble. At this point OQO is in such dire financial shape that it has even halted repair and warranty services. The company says that there will be a solution to lack of service issue soon. If you already have a machine in for service, it's time to be very worried. Via BBGadgets Posted on Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun ...
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