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Non-Tech : Any info about Iomega (IOM)? -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: Rocky Reid who wrote (42123)	1/3/1998 2:08:00 AM
From: Brendan2012	Respond to of 58324

>>Iomega's shenanigans and disgraceful hype at Comdex<< I believe that's called marketing. Brendan

To: Rocky Reid who wrote (42123)	1/3/1998 2:10:00 AM
From: Kashish King	Respond to of 58324

IOM has become a substitute for BINGO or Casino gambling but there are also some major players leveraging off the liquidity. I'm a born-again buy-and-hold and in fact that's my New Year's Resolution: no more market timing.

To: Rocky Reid who wrote (42123)	1/3/1998 4:29:00 AM
From: Vaughn	Respond to of 58324

To all: Introducing "The Rocky Rod Duet." Now we have the two of them playing off each other. IMO, they are like annoying little insects that won't go away. While their transparent and feeble attempts to slam IOM have been unsuccessful, they have been successful in getting under my skin so I 'm going to reduce their audience by one for awhile. I'll check back later in hopes that someone has squished the little critters. My sympathies to those who continue to hang out here while they are still around. To all the regulars: Please try to find out a few things for me. How old were they when the abuse started? Was it the same person? Are they currently involved in an abusive relationship with each other? With some background we may be able to recommend professional help. I know, not much hope of this approach working. I've got another idea. I will send a ZIP disk to the person on this thread voted by his/her peers as being the most responsible for the eradication of these pests. A bonus disk will be sent if a ZIP gun is used in the commission of the crime. Gonna need a JPEG of the act to qualify for the bonus. Y'all have fun... Vaughn

To: Rocky Reid who wrote (42123)	1/3/1998 5:37:00 AM
From: Dale Stempson	Respond to of 58324

Re: >>>Also what should have would-be investors concerned, is the inevitable arrival of 2.1 Gig Orb, 4.7 Gig Quest, 200MB Sony HiFi, and 2.5 Gig SyJet II. These, along with the continuing price slashing of CD-Burners, and especially CD-R media...<<< I expect all these and perhaps other removables to arrive this year and I wouldn't be surprised if most or all of them turn out to be high quality drives backed by positive reviews in the press. The result will be that the consumer is faced with a more difficult selection decision with regards to speed, capacity, performance, support and cost issues. Compatibility however will remain IOM's strength. Iomega has executed their plan effectively. They sold millions of their drives to the average PC user. The demand momentum carried through to the box makers and now businesses everywhere are using their drives. Compatibility is more of an issue than ever because the installed base is so high. While the competition will offer great product features, they can't offer compatibility. This roadblock will severely limit their overall market penetration. As long as Iomega continues to make their own improvements while reducing costs and prices, I can't see anyone touching them for some time to come. Regards - Dale

To: Rocky Reid who wrote (42123)	1/3/1998 6:04:00 AM
From: Dale Stempson	Respond to of 58324

Re: >>>You can be sure that Sony will definitely put the word out that Sony HiFi backwards compatible technology is about to hit the shelves and occupy every Sony computer shipped.<<< I think you're dreaming if you believe that Sony will immediately can the Zip and force the HiFD down customer's throats. It's demand that will drive their actions. Zips are in OEM boxes today because the demand is there. Sony isn't going to give up PC sales by refusing to supply Zips or making their customers buy two high capacity removables. (not to mention those who'll still want only a standard floppy or don't want to pay a premium for something they won't use). Zip OEM sales are now growing at an incredible rate and Sony will have to play or pay. IMO, Zip will at the very least remain an option in Sony's PCs. Regards - Dale

To: Rocky Reid who wrote (42123)	1/3/1998 7:03:00 AM
From: Dale Stempson	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 58324

Re: Business standard Most everyone agrees that sales of removables are expected to grow at tremendous rates over the next few years. As they become increasingly common in the business world, and because of the many choices that will be available, IT/MIS managers will standardize. In many companies, (like my own) the Zip is already the standard. I suspect that for most companies, software installation and maintenance are important factors that impact product choice. The ability to purchase the drive preinstalled in the box also enters into the decision. Compatibility of course plays a major role. While it's probably a bit early to say the Zip is "the standard", I think it's safe to say that it is a standard with many companies today and will certainly be one with many more before Sony or anyone else has chance to make an impact. My point is: Most companies need to have PC standards. Today, this gives Iomega a big leg up. Regards - Dale

To: Rocky Reid who wrote (42123)	1/4/1998 1:00:00 AM
From: Cogito	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 58324

>>Glad you brought this subject up. While I too am concerned about my long position, I feel that we should still have a bit of a run-up prior to earnings. This has historically been a great opportunity to dump shares on unsuspecting sucker investors as they clamor for position while the inevitable short squeeze begins, and the stock rockets upwards 100%-200% as Iomega announces stellar Quarter numbers.<< Rocky - If you look at the history, instead of just blathering without a thought, you'll see that for the past year, the "suckers" who bought IOM in the weeks just preceding earnings have done just fine. The current price is well above the prices for the weeks preceding the 1st and 2nd quarter earnings, and just about even with the prices preceding the Q3 report. And of course, had one bought just before that last report, one could have sold about a month later for a nice gain. So what history actually should be telling you is that hanging on to your long position would be smarter than selling just before the Q4 report. >>Rest assured, IOM will drop like a stone soon after earnings are announced--whether the earnings are good, or bad.<< Do I have to point out that you haven't been right about that "drop like a stone" prediction any of the previous times you've made it? No, I don't. For you, unfortunately, zero credibility would be a step up. - Allen