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This configuration of the OQO Model 02 is a 16 oz, ultra portable notebook computer.Compared to other ultra portable notebooks on the market, it is midpriced at around $1,900.Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.
Specifications: Processor: VIA C7-M (1.6 GHz); RAM installed: 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM; Weight: 16 oz; See full specs
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Description: This configuration of the OQO Model 02 is a 16 oz, ultra portable notebook computer.Compared to other ultra portable notebooks on the market, it is midpriced at around $1,900.Has Wi-Fi (wireless connectivity) built-in.
Pros: Has only a 16 oz weight, which is somewhat lighter than some similarly priced notebooks.
Cons: Has only 800 x 480 native screen resolution, which is considerably lower than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the Sony VAIO TXN27N/B, a 2.9 oz notebook at around $1, 895, has 1366 x 768 native screen resolution.Also, this notebook only has a C7-M processor, which is considerably less efficient than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the HP Compaq Business 2510p, a 2.9 oz notebook at around $1, 970, has a Core 2 Duo processor.The OQO Model 02 comes with entry-level word processing software -- serious business or academic document authors probably will want to upgrade to a more powerful office suite.
Suitability: A ultra compact notebook, suited for traveling light.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Web from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled notebook.
Value: In general, this notebook's features seem very weak for its price, compared to most other notebooks.
Suggestions: (1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a wireless access point for your home, so that you can browse the Web more conveniently from any room.(2) To get the most out of this notebook's Bluetooth capability, you could have a Bluetooth-enabled headset, PDA or other device, and be able to link it wirelessly to your computer within a range of 20-or-so feet inside the same room.
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