I think it was a good idea. If anything can keep alive these 8-bit treasures and introduce them to a new generation in any capacity is a plus.
I know I could buy a used atari 400, use emulators, but this 400 mini seems a bit more "real", than when I play with the atari 8-bit on my raspberry pi.
I would really love an atari 800 (or even 400) maxi, but Atari just didnt have the sales numbers of the C64.
The The 400 mini inst everyone's cup of tea. Maybe its to expensive, maybe it its crap, maybe people don't care?
The 400 mini suits me just fine. I am having fun! I am playing some really cool games, I am delving into Atari basic, slowly delving into Action, and Assembly.