29May2008
Posted by Joe
in Alternative.
There seems to be too many options for the OLPC alternative, Here is Elonex ONE which claims to be “the UK’s first sub £100 laptop” (about US$200). The most interesting thing is the splash proof detachable keyboard.
comes in a variety of colors
There are two models available Elonex ONE & Elonex ONE +, the specifications are:
Processor — LNX Code 8 Mobile 300MHz processor
Memory — 128MB DDR-II SD RAM (256MB for One+)
Flash — 1GB on-board (2GB for One+)
Storage — removable WristVault Flash device, ranging between 1GB and 16GB (sold separately)
Display — 7-inch TFT LCD (800 x 480 resolution)
Networking — 10/100Mbps Ethernet
WiFi — 802.11b/g
USB — 2 x USB 2.0 ports
Bluetooth — One+ model only
Audio — 2 x built-in speakers; 3.5mm audio-in/mic and headphones
Keyboard — splash-proof, detachable QWERTY
Mouse — 2 x emulators (one on keyboard and one on back of display for tablet use)
Dimensions — 8.7 x 5.9 x 1.2 inches (22 x 15 x 3 cm)
Weight — 2.1 lbs (0.95 kg)
Battery — 3-cell battery with approximately 4 hours usage
Operating system — Linos (based on 2.6.21 kernel)
More details and information at the official site Elonex ONE [via Linux Devices]
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27Jun2007
Steve has made couple of great videos previewing the Raon Digital Everun. Expect a detailed review of the product anytime soon. Meanwhile sit back and enjoy the preview videos.
Read more at Raon Digital Everun. Exclusive preview video [UMPC Portal]
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15Jun2007
Posted by Joe
in Alternative.
Any way you look at it, you’ll think this is the Nokia N800 but NOW. A Chinese company named “XIACHAO” has ripped the design and made a GPS device running on Windows CE. Interesting thing is that they are calling it a UMPC named “UMPC001″(they must got creative at least with the name). Take a look at this.
The specifications look very similar to the Nokia N800 except for the operating system and the added built-in GPS receiver.
Product Page [via Slashgear]
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31May2007
Raon digital has announced their next version of the the almost UMPC. The first version named the “vega” was compact but did not satisfy all. This device boasts a lot of new features like, the world’s smallest, lightest and most attractive brand new Ultra Portable PC from Raon Digital. QWERTY keypad built in and an auto rotating 4.8″ Wide VGA LCD, a high-capacity Lithium Ion batteries for exceptional battery life of up to 12 hours, Only weighing in at 460g and fitting in one hand.
Here is the spec:
- 600MHz AMD Geode LX 900 (also 500MHz AMD Geode LX800 available)
- Microsoft Windows XP Home
- High performance 2D graphics controller (Windows GDI GUI acceleration)
- Video RAM: shared video memory CS5536 South Bridge
- 6 GB SSD/ 30G HDD / 60G HDD (1.8″, 4200rpm) 60G HDD + 6GB SSD Hybrid
- System auto recovery support (only for HDD models)
- Memory — 512MB / DDR2 / 400MHz
- Display — 4.8″ Touch screen TFT LCD 800×480 Native resolution, 16.7M Color, 280cd / m2, 300:1 contrast ratio withAuto-Rotation / Auto-Brightness control
- Zoom & Panorama : VGA up to 1680 x 1050 resolution, External display support : VGA up to 1920×1200
- Full alphabet QWERTY keypad, Number & Function keys (F1~F12) Other function keys (ESC, TAB, Caps Lock, etc.)
- System control keys (mute, volume or brightness up/down, CPU clock control) Arrow key (Joy pad), Optical touch mouse & Touch pen (passive digitizer)
- Wireless LAN: integrated 802.11b/g
- Bluetooth: integrated Bluetooth 2.0
- Wireless WAN (one slot for mini PCI Express type ready):
- integrated HSDPA modem (+SMS / Voice support) or
- integrated WiBro (WiMax 802.16e) can be supported as optional item
- Ethernet (optional): 10/100Base-T Ethernet using docking station
- One earphone jack,One microphone jack
- Docking Connector (include VGA output signal)
- DC Power connector
- One USB 2.0 port (Host)
- One USB mini-B port (Device)
- AC97 sound system compatible, Internal 0.7W stereo speakers and microphone, Tone control, Bass Boost and 3D Enhancement
- Removable lithium-ion — Capacity: 2300mAh (Standard), 4000mAh (Large) Real life: 6-7hours (Standard), 11- 12hours (Large)
- Size: 170(W) x 83(H) x 25(D) mm
- Weight: 460g (with SSD) / 490g (with HDD)+100g (with expanded battery)
Product page [via UMPC Portal]
NOTE: The product pages does not display properly in Firefox, looks OK on ie.
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03Apr2007
HTC advantage — aka ameo gets reviewed by 4WinMobile. Verdict: The best windows mobile ever! (according to 4WinMobile) The review as such is done really well, looking at various aspects of the device. 
When we say various aspects we truly mean it. Their review covers the following
- Specifications
- What’s in the box?
- Convergence
- Aesthetics
- Size
- Ergonomics
- Hardware Layout
- Screen
- Keyboard
- Camera
- Telephony
- Wireless
- GPS
- Bluetooth
- VuFlo
- VGA Out/USB Host
- Storage
- Battery
- Software
- Operating System
- Applications
- Performance
- Pros & Cons
- Conclusion
Now that’s a whole lot that you might need to know about the device. The final verdict as we said earlier is
The new Ameo from T-Mobile is, technically, without a doubt the best Pocket PC ever. Virtually every feature ever seen is included in what is a state of the art device confirming HTC’s status as the premier Windows Mobile manufacturer. T-Mobile has done an excellent job in producing a package for the UK mobile market which could have been perfect with the inclusion of the 4 in 1 cable. From a price perspective T-Mobile are offering the Ameo at a reasonable price scale starting at £429.99 and dropping to £129.99 for the more expensive pay monthly contracts. You get what you pay for.
The only downside to the Ameo is its bulk. Is the Ameo too big for someone looking for a mobile phone sized device? Yes, in my opinion it is. If form factor is top of your requirements list this device is not for you. It’s too large to hold to your ear and the lack of personal speaker makes telephony awkward without a Bluetooth headset. The Ameo excels as a convergence device though that will tick almost all of the boxes for both business users and multimedia fanatics alike. You wouldn’t want it sat in your pocket on a Saturday night out but deciding whether or not to buy the Ameo is a no brainer. It’s THE device of year to date. The tricky part is going to be deciding what your “going out” phone will be!
T-Mobile Ameo (HTC Athena) Review [ 4WinMobile ]
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