Well good for them. The Phantom lapboard, descendant of the vapour-ware Phantom “games console”, has actually gone on sale. It’s being reviewed by tech journos. It’s even being shipped to the public. Maximum PC got their hands on a unit, and their verdict is surprising. Surprising in that they think the keyboard “rocks”. But what about the mouse? Not so hot. It “leaves much to be desired”. Oh well. None of us were ever going to spend $140 on one anyways, so it’s all academic.
First Look: The Phantom Lapboard [Maximum PC, via Giz]
Phantm57
Friday, July 18, 2008 at 8:45 AMI’ve ordered one:
Tracking number 4683XX41004XXXX
Ship date Jul 15, 2008
Estimated delivery Jul 19, 2008
Destination INGLEWOOD, CA
Service type Home Delivery
Weight 5.1 lbs.
Status In transit
Date/Time Activity Location Details
Jul 15, 2008 9:13 PM Left FedEx origin facility SOUTH HACKENSACK, NJ
8:29 PM Arrived at FedEx location SOUTH HACKENSACK, NJ
6:50 PM Picked up SOUTH HACKENSACK, NJ
Jul 14, 2008 8:03 PM In FedEx possession PARAMUS, NJ Tendered at FedEx location
8:03 PM Package data transmitted to FedEx