). there is even a built in GPS, which I can download maps for and use offline. There are exterior speakers, and plenty of games, as well. I love to read, but sometimes watching a movie or playing a game is a nice alternative. Blackberry has yet to add the ability to "usb host" (attach devices, card readers, etc.), so unfortunately I would still need a computer to upload camera pictures to the device... But from what I hear, it may come within the next software update. Oh, and there are two cameras on the playbook. Really nice quality pictures, with the ability to take high quality video. And an hdmi port for use on a TV.
Additionally, i'm going to be bringing a backpacking solar panel with me, which can actually charge the tablet. I'm a fan of green technology, and having the ability to stay out in the bush but still have my electronics working is a gods-send.
It's a new age of backpacking. The bit of extra weight might not be something others want to deal with, but more than worth it for me.
. Yea the sherpa is a base camp set up but Id consider dragin it along if Im not straight up hiking, probly be camped out all summer too so I could really use it if I get a laptop/ digital camera. Been assembling an expedition ready base camp that fits in a barracks box and down sizing everything else to make my whole life mobile, self sufficient and organized.