Re: [NTLK] Physical modification questions (Paint the Newton's case? FM radio? Etc?)

From: Victor Rehorst (victor_at_newtontalk.net)
Date: Fri Apr 02 2004 - 07:16:15 PST


MKow1234_at_aol.com wrote:
> Hello Everyone:
>
> 1. Would the Newton MP 2X00 take well to a painted chassis? If so, would
> this be a difficult endeavor? What type of paint would be least likely to harm
> the plastic housing? Is there some form of paint that has the characteristics
> of a powdercoat, yet would not be harmful to the Newton's plastic casing?
> I'd love to have a Newton in a nice bold primary color (ala Peter Max).

It has been done before... someone painted their Newton completely white. For
the life of me I can't find the page now.

> 2. If we can't bring the Newton to the Windoze platform, what about the
> other way around? Or at least, could a Pocket PC be incorporated into the
> Newton's casing? Could the Pocket PC be adapted to work with a Newton's screen?

Erm, if you want a bigger PPC, I have an 18"x18"x18" box you can put it in.

Sorry... I couldn't resist having some fun. Seriously though, if you like the
PPC but hate the form factor, perhaps you should look for a tablet PC?

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