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David Potter's contributions to portable computing significantly advanced the development of pocket computers and smartphones.

TechnologyObituariesJul 3, 2026score 1.122 posts · 0 replies across 2 instances
The thread discusses the passing of David Potter, a key figure in the development of portable computing technology, highlighting his contributions to various technological advancements and his personal life.

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David Potter's contributions to portable computing significantly advanced the development of pocket computers and smartphones.
Parent: TechnologyEntity: Portable ComputingImpact: positiveDate: Jul 3, 2026Target: David Potter's contributions to portable computing

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David Potter, the man who put Psion in the palm of your hand, logs off at 82 https://www.theregister.com/personal-tech/2026/07/03/david-potter-the-man-who-put-psion-in-the-palm-of-your-hand-logs-off-at-82/5266624 Physicist, philanthropist, and pioneer of pocket computers, SSDs, smartphones… and duvets <- by me on #TheRegister
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David Potter, the man who put Psion in the palm of your hand, logs off at 82 https://www.theregister.com/personal-tech/2026/07/03/david-potter-the-man-who-put-psion-in-the-palm-of-your-hand-logs-off-at-82/5266624 #theRegister #PersonalTech
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David Potter, the man who put Psion in the palm of your hand, logs off at 82 https://www.theregister.com/personal-tech/2026/07/03/david-potter-the-man-who-put-psion-in-the-palm-of-your-hand-logs-off-at-82/5266624 Physicist, philanthropist, and pioneer of pocket computers, SSDs, smartphones… and duvets
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