Well, it seems many of you fell for a classic bit of tomfoolery on our part. ;)

In the first hour alone, I received over 20 emails, and checking my inbox this morning, it's a staggering 63 unique emails addresses about this issue.

Since I only am able these days to go online from work, I had to wait until now, (when I just arrived this morning) to update the site(s), and let you all in on the joke. Bravo to all those that stepped forward via email, irc, BeShare, usenet, and other to offer their assistance. A lot of people who are long time readers (lurkers) of this site also stepped forward, indicating as such that they were watching from the sidelines, and that this latest development, "would not stand!", to put it in their words.

Many people also expressed sentiments about Palm Inc., and how they would never purchase a product from them again. Please don't judge them too harshly, based on our prank. Afterall, they were innocent bystanders in this masquerade, and shouldn't receive 20 lashes for anything perceived to be done here. ;)

On behalf of the entire community, I let out a hearty laugh, and good cheer to all the good sports who thought it might be a joke, weren't sure, emailed, and still believed the ruse. hehehe. Till next year. *grin*

-Chris Simmons,
Avid BeOS User,
The BeOSJournal.