Google PC
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A Google PC, or Google Cube is reputedly a cheap computer, selling for approximately $200 and built by google. The google cube was mentioned in media reports in the run up to Google co-founder Larry Page's January 6th 2006 speech at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas[1]. The cube was to be allegedly offered for sale through the Wal-Mart chain. However, Light Reading reported Google spokeswoman Eileen Rodriguez as saying "We have many PC partners who serve their markets exceedingly well and we see no need to enter that market", on the 3rd January, with Wal-Mart also denying any involvement.[2] Page's speech saw the company again deny any attempt to enter the PC market.[3]
However, the rumours persist, with Microsoft chief executive Steve Ballmer questioned on the possibility of a Google PC in July by The Boston Globe[4] and CNN noting industry experts as holding the belief that "Google may one day start giving away PCs."[5]
References
- ^ Google 'to launch $200 computer' The Daily Telegraph (London); Jan 4, 2006; DAVID LITTERICK; p. 003
- ^ Mark Sullivan (2006). Google Passes on PCs. Retrieved on 2006-08-25.
- ^ Paul Boutin (2006). Live coverage of Google Keynote with Robin Williams. Retrieved on 2006-08-25.
- ^ Robert Weisman (2006). Microsoft leader has big shoes to fill. Retrieved on 2006-08-25.
- ^ Justin, Martin. "How Google can make - or break - your company", August 23 2006.
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