What are the specs and features of the OQO ultra-mini computer?

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In summary, the OQO is a portable computer that combines the features of a notebook and a PDA, running on Windows XP and priced at $2,000. It has a 1GHz processor, 20GB hard drive, 256MB RAM, and various connectivity options. However, some users have raised concerns about the price and included features, such as the need for an extra cable to connect to an external monitor and the limited RAM.
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The OQO is a Windows XP based ultra-mini computer which combines the functionality of a notebook computer and the portability of a PDA.

This retails for about $2,000. I'd rather go for a 3 pound Dell than this. But this is just too sweeet. The price is a major factor in me not buying it.

Any thoughts..
http://www.oqo.com/hardware/specs/


* 1GHz Transmeta Crusoe™ TM5800 series processor
* 20GB hard drive (shock-mounted)
* 256MB DDR RAM
* Dimensions: 4.9" x 3.4" x .9"
* Weight: 14 ounces
* 800 x 480 W-VGA 5" transflective display (indoor / outdoor readable)
* Thumb keyboard with mouse buttons and TrackStik®
* 802.11b wireless
* Bluetooth®
* 4-pin FireWire® (1394)
* USB 1.1
* 3.5mm stereo headphone jack (supports stereo headphone or mono headset plus optional multimedia controller)
* Microphone
* Digital pen
* Removable lithium polymer battery
* Battery life 2-6 hours, depending on usage
 
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I read somewhere about IBM integrating a computer in a ring ... I'll try and find the article ...
 
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That's not the smallest computer. I have a friend that uses a single neuron and he only uses that sometimes. :rolleyes:
 
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I think that computer is kewl :)

Hi, I have 1 desktop and 2 laptops, along with a PDA. I have had my eye on this computer you are talking about and I am hoping for the price to drop as well.

For one thing if you want to hook up an external monitor then you need a extra cable that does not come with the computer. That I do not like.

I see know that it comes with tablet PC which is a definate plus for me. My second laptop has that and I love it.

Also all you get is 512 MB DDR RAM. Why not more since the money is so high priced?

All in all I agree with you... way too expensive for what you get.
 
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Wow. The original thread is over 2-years old! Nice resurection, as the advent of "a laptop in a pocket" is certainly on the horizon.
 

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