30b discontinued?

[walter b]

(02-22-2014 12:50 AM)rprosperi Wrote:  One data point not mentioned yet is what HP.com says is available from HP. The current site (in USA) does NOT have the HP 30b listed. In fact the only 7 models listed there are Prime, 10bII+, 17bII+ (Silver), 12C Platinum, 35S, 12C, and 50g.

This does not mean all other models are formally discontinued of course, but it is a clear message of what HP is trying to sell. If other models remain "in production" it is likely (imho) they won't be for long.

Too bad, too as the 30b is an inexpensive and sweet little machine, both as-is, but also as a platform for these custom projects (which keep growing :-) )

I checked HP.com (of USA) right now and got 9 models listed. This site is well known for quality The corresponding German site lists 12 models. Neither one, however, mentions the 30b.

Anyway, I share your feelings concerning the 30b. It's a very (!) nice playground. If the community had any significant funds it should stock (stack? ) what it can get hold of this model for further developments since this is the only available model featuring a decent keyboard, small size, and some display flexibility. We never had something alike before. Thanks to Cyrille and Tim! It would be even nicer with a display like the one of the 17bii but that's another story.

Still no definitive statements about production status though.

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