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Details emerge on Lenovo's Atom-based handheld
Erica Ogg | Apr 03, 2008
The IdeaPad U8 was unveiled at the Intel Developer Forum in Shanghai Tuesday along with a few more tidbits about what it's packing inside. We already learned at CES that it runs Linux, is Web-enabled, has GPS, plays music, and takes photos.
By the name, IdeaPad, we can assume it's a consumer device, since IdeaPad is the name of Lenovo's newest line of consumer-oriented notebooks. We also know now that Intel considers it an MID (mobile Internet device), and it uses Intel's new Atom processor. The IdeaPad U8 also uses a touchscreen display, and will run some Microsoft Office applications.
Check out the video below from UMPC Portal of the U8 in action.
It's still only available in China. Western consumers have largely ignored MIDs like the Samsung Q1 and others, due to a combination of low power, less-than-desirable battery life, and awkward form factor, though the combination Atom processors and Linux could possibly change that if it were to make its way here eventually.
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Hands-on pictures with Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1
Damian Koh | Apr 02, 2008
We pulled some strings, cajoled some folks and, as a result, we are able to present to you some early close-up shots of the XPERIA X1. We can imagine the geek envy directed at us, but not to worry, your turn will come a few months down the road.
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XPERIA X1 to come with Windows Mobile 6.1
Reuben Lee | Apr 02, 2008
It's official. The much-anticipated Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 PDA-phone will be running Windows Mobile 6.1. The new operating system is the latest update to Windows Mobile 6, which was announced slightly over a year ago. It features several enhancements including easier setup for users, an improved Internet Explorer and Home screen, as well as threaded SMS.
The XPERIA X1 was first unveiled at this year's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona and has since become one of the most anticipated handset models for 2008. Response to the X1 has so far been quite positive, particularly on its unique yet stylish slide-out keyboard design and plethora of onboard features. This includes a large 3-inch widescreen touch display, HSDPA/HSUPA, Wi-Fi and GPS. It is Sony Ericsson's first Windows Mobile PDA-phone and is expected to be launched in the second-half of 2008.
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