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S01E10: Dream Machine: How Alan Kay envisioned the future of modern laptops, tablet computers, and e-books

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The Realization of the DynaBook Vision and Its Current Limitations

This chapter explores Alan Kay's visionary concept, the DynaBook, and its progression over the years, including Kay's involvement with Apple, his encounter with Steve Jobs, and the launch of the iPad. It also discusses Kay's concerns about current uses of technology and the untapped potential for computers to aid decision-making.

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