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From: "Michael J. Hannah" <>
Subject: Re: [TMG] OT - Ultra Mobile PC (was PALM PILOT)
Date: Sun, 03 Dec 2006 14:15:03 -0700
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If you want the full TMG with complete project files on a
device you can fit in a pocket, you might check out the new
ultra-mini PCs. For examples see Sony VAIO UX models and
the OQO model 01+. Although they are sized to fit in a pocket
(though perhaps not a shirt pocket) they run a *full* version
of WinXP Pro, with about a 30 Gig drive, so can run full TMG.
The new VAIO can even be got with a 16 Gig flash drive if
you are concerned about the reliability of mini hard drives.
Some disadvantages are their $$price$$ (about what you would
pay for a full new laptop since in a way they are one) and
some say some run hot! in the hand. Also there is the
obvious issue of the smaller screens, and even though they
have small built-in QWERTY keyboards, they are not designed
for significant data entry, though all will connect to a full
keyboard, e.g. via Bluetooth. However, if weight/size and
the convenience of the full TMG is important enough to you
to justify the cost, one of these kind of devices might be
worth thinking about.

I admit I am old enough that the concept of holding a full
WinXP Pro system with 30G drive in the palm of my hand,
and with full wireless connectivity, boggles my mind!!
My, oh My! What will technology bring us next!

Michael

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