I personally think it's a waste of money. I think in general giving students, especially that much "power" that easily is begging for trouble. If the mindset is right, and the implementation is right, sure it works, and it gives students an opportunity. But I haven't seen that happen in most...
Um, I think a lot of people would notice their computers being less responsive and consuming more system resources. I agree with your point, I just think that's a little exaggerated.
I couldn't watch the whole movie.... I like the tech used, RFIDs and such, but why? If I'm sleeping at my desk, it was unplanned, so why am I going to prepare by carting this thing around?
Wow I actually watched the video, I feel 30% less intelligent. That was completely biased. Last time I checked Macs were running the same processors as PCs, same resolution, and I'm pretty sure the batteries are 6 cell lithium ions.... Just wow.