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March 2007
Audi take Ultra Mobile PC to a new level
ubertablet.blogspot.com
Recently I was contacted by Audi Australia by a rather freshly-migrated sounding German man. His name was Wolf [no surprise there] and his desire was to automate the manner in which Audi records and interacts with leads (names and numbers) from the Motorshow floor. The upcoming Motorshow was to be held in Melbourne, and in a very German like manner Wolf had only given me a matter of days to help him address his problems…all of them.
So after several emails, a couple of meetings and a dinner, Wolf and I became intimately acquainted with Audi’s intentions. For one, they needed to digitize a somewhat prehistoric data entry strategy, and secondly they wanted to utilize the latest technologies, both hard and soft. So I call in the big guns, Samsung and Dr. Neil.
March 6 , 2007
Samsung’s First Ultra-Mobile PC Optimized for Windows Vista, MakesMakes Its Debut
Business Wire
Q1P for Windows Vista Features Pentium Processor, 1GB of Memory, 60MB Hard Drive and Windows Vista Home Premium
Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a global leader in digital media and digital 
convergence technologies, announces its newest Ultra-Mobile PC (UMPC) model, the Q1P for Windows Vista, which is Samsung's first UMPC to qualify for Windows Vista certification.
With the introduction of Samsung’s Q1 and the more powerful Q1P UMPC last year, a new category and form factor for PCs emerged: a truly ultra-mobile device that provides the power of a PC, but can be accessed anytime, anywhere, even where desktop computers are not an option and notebook PCs are impractical. Intended as a companion PC, the Q1 UMPC provides users with an innovative way to combine PC functionality along with multimedia versatility and advanced connectivity, all in an ultra-mobile platform.
March 7 , 2007
Laplink PCsync for Ultra-Mobile PCs
LAPLINK ANNOUNCES FREE LAPLINK USB CABLE GIVEAWAY
For a limited time, every customer purchasing PCmover or PCsync download versions will receive a free genuine Laplink USB transfer cable.
PCmover – already the best-selling migration product in the world – is about to become even more popular. Because starting today, Laplink is giving away a free Laplink USB transfer cable (MSRP $39.95) with every copy of PCmover or PCsync purchased.
Laplink PCsync synchronizes large files and folders between Ultra-Mobile PCs (UMPCs) and other Windows XP or Windows Vista PCs. Tailored and optimized for UMPC displays, PCsync allows user to quickly and easily synchronize photos, music, videos, and more
Supports Ultra-Mobile PCs, Tablet PCs, Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Vista PCs, external storage devices and Windows Mobile 5 devices (planned)
March 14 , 2007
After a Year, Samsung Remakes the Q1 Ultra-Mobile PC
CIO
One year after Samsung Electronics introduced its first Q1 ultra-mobile PC, the company has revamped the device, making it lighter and more powerful.
The new device, called Q1 Ultra, will be unveiled Thursday during a press conference at the Cebit exhibition in Hanover, Germany.
Weighing in at 690 grams, the Q1 Ultra is 12 percent lighter than the original Q1, which weighs 780 grams. It’s also slightly smaller. The Q1 Ultra measures 228 by 124 by 24 millimeters, compared to the Q1, which measures 228 by 140 by 27 millimeters. The improvements will make the device easier to carry around.
Other changes include a sleeker overall look and a 7-inch touch-screen liquid crystal display (LCD) that offers 1,024-by-600-pixel resolution, instead of the 800-by-480-pixel resolution of the original. In addition, the touch-screen keypad on the Q1 has been replaced by a hardware keypad. The keypad is still divided in two parts, with half on each side of the device, so that users can type while holding the Q1 Ultra with both hands.
The Q1 Ultra ships with an 800MHz Intel microprocessor, 1GB of DDR2 (double data rate 2) memory and an external USB keyboard, and adds support for high-speed downlink packet access networks and WiBro, a mobile version of WiMax, as well as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Optional extras will include a fingerprint scanner, dual digital cameras and a navigation pack.
As expected, the Q1 Ultra also received a software upgrade, shipping with Microsoft’s Windows Vista Home Premium operating system instead of Windows XP Tablet PC Edition.
Pricing and availability of the Q1 Ultra were not immediately available. The Q1 is on sale from about US$1,300 to $2,000, depending on the processor.
March 15 , 2007
Samsung Q1 Ultra UMPC, how nice to meet you
engadget
At risk of life and limb, we got up close and personal with Samsung's second generation UMPC: the Q2 Q1 Ultra. What did we find? Nothing, the Q1 Ultra, Ultra Mobile PC (so nice, they named it twice?) is exactly what we heard. Still, in what may be a first, this UMPC actually looks better in person than it does in the collateral. We couldn't actually get hands-on with the unit. For that we'll have to wait until tomorrow. We're dying to know about the chipset powering the Vista Home Premium pre-load. In the mean time, check the pics and official specs in the gallery below.
March 16 , 2007
Asus Unveils a Rugged Tablet PC and UMPC at CeBit
Tablet PC Reviews
Asus kicks off CeBit with the introduction of two new devices. The first is a 13.3-inch widescreen convertible Tablet PC, which conforms to the IP 54 standard for sand and water protection. The Tablet's codenamed Rugged Military NB, so my guess is it will be targeted toward military or government use. This Tablet kind of resembles Asus's R1F Tablet, but with a ruggedized chassis and housing.
The second device Asus debuted was a UMPC that contains a keyboard, codenamed the Highly Integration UMPC. It resembles the R2H and it even contains some of the same features like GPS, but still looks to be an upgrade. It will feature a 7-inch (800 x 480) display with 1.3-megapixel camera and a power-saving VIA processor. The Highly Integration UMPC looks to be more like a mini-tablet and will have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.
March 19 , 2007
Win one of three Samsung Q1 Ultra Mobile PCs
(over $1000 value each!)
Today’s applications must work in an increasingly mobile environment as people seek new ways to
be productive anywhere and at anytime. Mobile PC applications have to be better aware of the environment which they are running, power and network status, varying screen resolutions and new forms of input including Touch and Ink. And when you’re building an app for mobile use, you need to consider all these factors.
Show others how you can write a great app that encompasses these needs, write an article about what you’ve done, and you can win one of three cool Samsung Q1 Ultra Mobile PCs – the world’s first UMPCs. The Q1 is a compact PC that runs full Windows XP or Windows Vista, including all Tablet PC features plus a touchscreen. It’s a great portable PC, media player and more.
One winner each month!
Our judges will take the top-ranked articles submitted during each month and choose one that they feel best showcases the Windows Vista Mobile PC capabilities. All decisions are final.
The top winner each month will receive a Samsung Q1 Ultra Mobile PC.
March 20 , 2007
TabletKiosk Launches eo TufTab™ and Sahara TufTab™
New Semi-Ruggedized Solutions for Mobile Computing
TabletKiosk™, a leader in mobile computing solutions, today announced its entrance into the rugged Tablet PC market with the introduction of the eo TufTab™ v7112XT and Sahara TufTab™ i310XT.
TabletKiosk developed the TufTab line for professionals who require more rugged and secure solutions for their mobile computing needs including protection from rain, dust, humidity, extreme temperatures and vibration.
March 21 , 2007
Microsoft's UMPC platform is a year old, but how far has it come?
DailyTech, IL
The next few months should be rather interesting as we are sure to see more second generation devices announced. So far it seems that UMPCs have taken one step forward with the Samsung Q1 Ultra and one step backward with the new Asus T83 UMPC. Looking more like a miniature Tablet PC than a UMPC, the T83 in most respects is an actual step backwards from its R2H predecessor. Asus managed to launch a device that is larger, heavier, slower and has less features than the device that proceeded it.
Promising Ultra-Mobile PCs
BusinessWeek
Founded in 2000, San Francisco startup OQO was the first to load a full Microsoft 
(MSFT) Windows operating system onto a handheld device. OQO's first commercial version of the product won accolades at the Consumer Electronics Show in 2004, and a successor was cited by Guinness World Records as the smallest, fully loaded, personal computer.
And while it didn't catch on widely with users, OQO kept plugging away and recently released a second generation of the ultra-mobile PC. It's too early to quantify demand for this emerging family of computers, says NPD analyst Stephen Baker. But some of the biggest names in consumer electronics—including Sony , Samsung, and Asus—are following OQO's lead.
For a consumer, it's not hard to see the appeal. They're smaller than laptops and so-called tablet computers, but more powerful than pocket PCs and smartphones.
March 26 , 2007
HTC gets its feet wet in the UMPC market
dailytech.com
TC has long been known for its Smartphones, but the company has something new up its sleeve this time around. The company is showcasing its first Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC) in the form of the "Shift."
The Windows Vista Business-powered HTC Shift crams as much technology as you could possibly have in a UMPC device including a 7" (800x400) widescreen display, 1GB of RAM, 30GB HDD, fingerprint scanner, 1.3MP webcam, 802.11b/g wireless, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, tri-band HSDPA and EDGE and a built-in keyboard. When it comes to expansion, there's a Secure Digital slot, a single USB port and a VGA connector.
The Shift can operate in two modes: Tablet mode and Laptop mode. In Tablet mode, the keyboard is hidden and you can write on the screen with a stylus like any traditional Tablet PC. In Laptop mode, the screen slides back to reveal the keyboard. Once in position, the screen can tilt up to 75 degrees.
The keyboard may get the most attention when it comes to the Shift. According to PC Magazine, the keyboard is vastly superior to other tiny keyboard featured on the Sony VAIO UX and OQO Model 02. "The keys are small and tight, but with actual travel: when you push a key, you push it down and it springs back like on a real keyboard, not a thumb-board. We estimated the key pitch at about 17 mm," said PC Magazine's Sascha Segan.
March 28 , 2007
OQO Increases the "Cool Factor" with its OQO-02 UMPC
OQO Commences Customer Shipments of the Widely Anticipated model 02
Vision of Anytime / Anywhere Productivity Realized with Numerous Industry Accolades
The model 02 is available at http://www.oqo.com/store as well as through
select enterprise and retail channels with the option of embedded Verizon Wireless or
Sprint high speed mobile broadband. In recognition of the technical innovation and
breakthrough design of the model 02, OQO has been awarded Microsoft’s prestigious
2007 Windows Vista PC Innovation Award.
The highly acclaimed model 02 has already received numerous awards and accolades
including the coveted 2007 Windows Vista PC Innovation Award. “OQO’s commitment
to excellence and breakthrough design of Windows Vista powered PCs is impressive,”
said Scott Di Valerio, Corporate Vice President, OEM division at Microsoft. “We’re
pleased that partners like OQO are raising the bar for next generation PC design.”
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