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I think that the only reason why the "New World Computing" can exist effectively is because of cloud computing and wireless access. Without persistent connectivity, the single task devices to handle email, remote controls, etc. would be far more limited in scope.
There still needs to be some balancing, as we'll want devices that can do more and more, and then want greater battery life. The iPad offers a great deal of flexibility at a cost of battery life, while the Kindle, much more limited in scope can go for a considerably longer period without charging. I even remember Microsoft's attempt with their Spot watches, which needed to be charged every day, but offered far more than what a typical watch would do. Perhaps it will be a perpetual see-saw.
But back to cloud computing, as interfaces to our data improve, I think that some form of cloud computing, even if it is our own home networks, will be the result of this change. Imagine being able to set up what you want processed for a video, and then have a home server do all the processing from a remote device, instead of being tied to a desktop!
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