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Re: Quick question
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Fri, 2 Jun 2000 22:46:18 GMT
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Luis Villa wrote:
> In Lego's defense, I think the once-a-year rule (at least when applied to the
> RCX) is less gimmick and more substance than it usually is for them. The 1.5
> really did have more useful parts, and better documentation and parts. Looks
> like the 2.0 kits will have significantly upgraded software, at the least.
I wasn't saying one way or the other. All I stated was that Lego products seem to
hang around for a year then vanish. (I'm talking individual products here and not
brands. [Mindstorms, system etc.]).
The later 1.0's came with a free upgrade to 1.5. So it was the MUCH better deal. I
bought one upgrade and acquired one free with my second 1.0.
The 2.0 will have a 32k rom with the new code that the 1.0's have to download. That
means more room for newer firmware. (This is what I haven gathered from The specs
and talk. Subject to change and verification)
> This
> isn't like being unable to purchase an X-wing next year: there will definitely
> be an RCX next year and the year after that. Exactly what RCX you'll get is up
> for grabs, but you know that you won't be getting a markedly inferior product
> (as many people on the Star Wars list seem to think they are getting with the
> Millenium Falcon.)
There will not Definitely be an RCX in the future. It could be something different.
Lego Has proved this with a Scout and other products. If they make a "XCR" that has
5 ports each for input and output the RCX would quickly fade away. (From Lego's
shelves, not our hearts)
Nothing is certain in this world.
Dean
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