Dynamism have cut a deal with Raon Digital in South Korea to import and resell the Vega UMPC so if your local UMPC dealer doesn’t have it in stock (admittedly, there aren’t many!) then Dynamism is your best bet.
The Vega is nearly (apart from the OQO +1) the smallest consumer Windows PC there is. Ignore the 500Mhz processor specification because unless you need 3D support (Streetdeck, iTunes, Google Earth and most games won’t even think about running on it!) its makes pretty much a perfect companion PC. In addition, you get a 5 hour battery (up to 8 hours audio-only.) a VGA output (Powerpoint 2003 worked a treat) a useful multi-way button pad, and some good styling.
My recommendation is to get a some carputer overlay software (I use InCar Terminal) and some navigation software (beware the 3D restrictions – I’ll be doing some Navigation software tests next month with it.) Buy a Bluetooth USB stick (there’s no Wifi or Bluetooth built in) and a Bluetooth GPS unit and do some tech traveling.
Can you tell that I quite like the Vega? I liked it so much that I’m now the owner of one and you’ll be seeing it pop-up from time to time on Carrypad. If you’ve got any questions at all, take a look at the full review, the data sheet and photo-set and then, if there’s still something unanswered, drop your questions on the Origamiportal thread here.
The price is high, there’s no denying that. For $999 you can buy a lot of tech. And if you’re thinking of a fully equipped tablet PC then step away but if your secret shopping list reads: PMP, MiniPC, CARPC, LOUNGEPC, USBDRIVE, you might want to add it all up and see what the total cost is.
Steve / Chippy.
P.S. No. I’m not sponsored in any way by Raon Digital or Dynamism!
September 29th, 2006 at 12:02 am
So for once it looks like the UK is cheaper!!!
September 29th, 2006 at 12:39 am
You’re right. I didn’t spot that.
I though Dynamism might have been able to come in at a lower price. I ‘m quite suprised.
Steve.
September 29th, 2006 at 1:21 am
Too costly Dynamism and only 256mb.
September 29th, 2006 at 1:32 am
For less money you could buy a Widescreen 60gb Zen Vision:W($400) and a Nokia 770 Tablet($350).
September 29th, 2006 at 1:51 am
Good point but can you attach a 1920 wide LCD screen and run powerpoint though?
Steve.