Comments on: UC30 UMPC coming with XP, 1.3HGz Atom.

By: sipp11

sipp11 — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 17:34:16 +0000

I agree with you, but your dream will never come true because of the last request. I would say if nowadays spec is around $850, it would sell like a hot cake!

By: deriuqer

deriuqer — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 21:45:02 +0000

# Loox UC40 Atom Z530 (1.60GHZ), 1.3Mpix Camera, Wifi ABGN, FM transmitter.

# Loox UC30 Atom Z520 (1.33GHz), Wifi BGN, FM transmitter.

This should be understandable for everyone.

By: Brett

Brett — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 02:18:30 +0000

Bluetooth is standard on both 1.3GHz and 1.6GHz models.

Both 1.6GHz and 1.3GHz versions have option for a/b/g/n WiFi

no FM transmitter or Webcam on the 1.3GHz model

no GPS on any Japanese models.

sadly, Yen is still very high, so price is just under $1000 USD

By: codesoup

codesoup — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 17:54:32 +0000

I would buy a U820 today if it allowed you to upgrade the RAM to 2GB.

I don’t mind the small screen because I’d rather have greater battery life.

By: REMF

REMF — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 23:54:11 +0000

given the shape of the case i would love to see a 6″ screen with 1366×768………….

By: TareX

TareX — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 23:52:51 +0000

I love its “gadgety” looks. But the webcam was a deal breaker…

Also, I pretty much don’t get the thick edge around the screen of such devices… too much dead space.

That said, those specs are fantastic (given its size)!

By: deruiqer

deruiqer — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:51:37 +0000

After re-reading I guess this was meant..

*Loox UC30, powered by an Atom Z520 (1.33GHz), Wifi BGN, FM transmitter.*

Usually non-included features don’t get listed in ad’s.

By: Nehalem

Nehalem — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:17:32 +0000

Such a waste ! They have the space to put a 7 inches screen, maybe more, and they put a 5,6 inches screen… A 7 inches high quality LED backlit 1280*800 screen would be so much better…

They want to reduce the cost and they throw the webcam out… how much costs a webcam ? 20$ ? I think removing the webcam is far from a good move

This device could be excellent if :

- The same as U820 / U2010 except NO GPS
- 7 or 8,9 inches LED backlit screen 1280*800
- More than 1 USB !
- 2GB RAM minimum (it’s a premium device…)
- Price 850.00$ MAX

By: duwenbasden

duwenbasden — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:27:53 +0000

I have the U820 / U2010. The 5.6″ 1280×800 screen is perfectly usable if you set the font DPI to 120. With my setup, anything below 1280 is totally useless to me.

By: fab

fab — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:21:58 +0000

i’m pretty sure they have WIFI and Bluetooth, just no webcam. it would be basically a useless device without any connection interfaces.

just…1280×800 on 5.6 inch? i wonder who can manage to see menu entries and icons on that resolution. i think usability is equal zero on a resolution like that. why do those companies not produce more efficient devices instead of useless features. why no 3G/HSDPA interface? why no GPS? but that resolution..hm..

By: jpmatrix

jpmatrix — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 19:44:29 +0000

it seems there are 2 version, one with wifi and the other without

By: deriuqer

deriuqer — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:41:17 +0000

Sounds nice so far but no Wifi BGN ? 0o

By: UMPCMAN

UMPCMAN — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:27:24 +0000

Wow! A reputable manufacturer, a devivce that approach 500 grams, XP, decent battery life and a tablet/clamshell flip.

Not revolutionary, but practical, and an excellent incremental step forward.

My Gigabtye M528 looks like it’s never gonna happen. This looks like a more useful and practical option – better screen, better keyboard I’d bett, and not double the weight.

Thanks Chippy.