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Q&A Hardware-based Word Processor

Do they still make hardware-based word processors? I would like a portable, no-frills dedicated machine for writing. The Neo from Alpha Smart looks close but $150 seems excessive for calculator p...

2 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by System‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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#3: Attribution notice added by user avatar System‭ · 2019-12-08T01:20:21Z (over 4 years ago)
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#2: Initial revision by user avatar System‭ · 2019-12-08T01:20:21Z (over 4 years ago)
Do they still make hardware-based word processors? I would like a portable, no-frills dedicated machine for writing. The Neo from Alpha Smart looks close but $150 seems excessive for calculator power in a big case. A used laptop might be an option but I'm worried about the additional weight and probable lack of support/warranty.

#1: Imported from external source by user avatar System‭ · 2011-03-07T17:01:33Z (about 13 years ago)
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