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Re: WiMAX Internet Tablet Update

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Originally Posted by Mysticode (Post 145304)

Will you be able to use any WiMAX device on their plan or just their cards?

Have not seen anything specific on that. Right now they rent out Wimax modems but I'm sure they'll open it up once devices become more common/available.

Re: WiMAX Internet Tablet Update

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Originally Posted by TA-t3 (Post 145179)

An N810 with wimax isn't for me, what I would like is an N800 with wimax. The only thing I care (a lot) for in the N810 design is the transflective screen.

well, just leave it closed and you'll forget the keyboard exists!
:D

Re: WiMAX Internet Tablet Update

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Originally Posted by Texrat (Post 139294)

I can't post observations until some time after testing. But-- I'm open to suggestions from posters here on what to try.

OK, you could try streaming internet radio in the car... that'd be cool, if the hand-offs are as slick as has been claimed.

Re: WiMAX Internet Tablet Update

Do you mean using WiMAX as the internet connector? I have to find available nodes first. And even then, I'm currently not clear on the limitations there, access wise...

Re: WiMAX Internet Tablet Update

Yes, with WiMAX.
Limitations, access wise? Not sure what you mean there, could you elaborate?

Re: WiMAX Internet Tablet Update

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Originally Posted by TA-t3 (Post 145179)

An N810 with wimax isn't for me, what I would like is an N800 with wimax. The only thing I care (a lot) for in the N810 design is the transflective screen.

I definitely second this one.

I had a chance on a great deal on the N810, but after holding one I decided to go with the N800 instead.

Things I like better about the N800:

Speakers fire towards the user instead of away in the direction of everyone else. :confused:
2 SDHC slots (I have a 16GB card in the internal) :D
Normal/common mini USB port
Directional pad reachable in its normal state!:rolleyes:

Things I didn't like about the N810 keyboard:

No pipe key :eek: (but includes some weird money symbol I don't recognize?)
Flat and smooth, very awkward feel (compare to a SideKick/HipTop keyboard)

I already have an iGo ultra keyboard (Amazon, $30) and a bluetooth GPS (BT-GPS, Geeks $37) and I find them far more usable.
The keyboard can be used on your lap or desk, has a full set of keys in a touch-type capable spacing, etc.
The Bluetooth GPS can be tossed up on the dashboard (or window) where it will get a signal when the N800 is in the car (or airplane, etc).

While I'm at it... I miss the hard shell of the 770 on both of the new models! (I carry mine in my pocket and the "sock" that everyone hates saves mine from a scratchy death). :p

Re: WiMAX Internet Tablet Update

would the money symbol be this one:
€

Re: WiMAX Internet Tablet Update

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Originally Posted by tso (Post 148165)

would the money symbol be this one:
€

No, the one that looks like a "Y" with 2 lines through it.
They obviously made only one version instead of country-targeted versions like most devices with keyboards.

Re: WiMAX Internet Tablet Update

That would be the Yen...

Re: WiMAX Internet Tablet Update

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Originally Posted by EIPI (Post 148182)

That would be the Yen...

Ah, thanks. I should have guessed that one. :)
Not much use here in the states... but the pipe symbol is invaluable to anyone familiar with the Unix/Linux command-line. ;)
Even my SideKick2 keyboard has it (as did my SideKick 1 many years ago).
It just amazed me that they left it off, considering their primary market is us geeks.