Tech Spec'd

[Jon-michael]

Tech Spec'd

I thought it would be a great idea to start a Technology thread. Where we could discuss the matters of Technology. What we may think of Technology, where its headed, what new devices, phones, computers are being released in the near future.


Dell's New Concept - Bamboo Computer?

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Dell has a concept of an Eco-friendly PC that comes with bamboo casing. Not only do you receive a beauteous bamboo casing, it has 70% less power than a standard desktop, and 81% smaller.

Is this the future of Technology. Is technology soon going to be environment friendly?

[Maggy]

Plz, tell me it's not made of real bamboo :blink:

*edit* sorry, I've googled it..it's not as rare as I thought

[Whiplash]

But what will the giant pandas eat?

[Jon-michael]

I'm interested to see how this idea flourishes; if it does.

We also do need to take into consideration, that if this Bamboo Computer is successful;
bamboo acts as an insulator, and it would be difficult to cool, would it not?
And the thought of it being wood, would it not be more susceptible to fire?
Then again, the bamboo could/would be soaked in flame retardants, and laminated in non-flammable laminating chemicals.

But, i mean, using less plastic is not a bad idea. Certainly would hype up the 'Green' crowd.