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2006-01-16
, 20:06
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hrm. will it run linux? :> that would be the only reason to get one.
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2006-01-16
, 21:17
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Joined on Dec 2005
@ Texas
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Congrats on the OQO! How do you like it so far?
I also wanted something small and extremely portable, and I considered the OQO, but I went with the Toshiba Libretto U105. I know, it's not a tablet, but it is very similar in size, traditional laptop form factor with full keyboard, detachable DVD writer, 8" 1280x1024 screen, Win XP.
This is really a cool little machine, and lets me do the heavy-duty stuff the 770 can't handle (yet! :-) I'm a Mac guy, but I needed a PC for certain things, so this fits the bill...
As far as I know, the OQO should run Linux, but all of the device drivers might not be available...am I correct?
I also wanted something small and extremely portable, and I considered the OQO, but I went with the Toshiba Libretto U105. I know, it's not a tablet, but it is very similar in size, traditional laptop form factor with full keyboard, detachable DVD writer, 8" 1280x1024 screen, Win XP.
This is really a cool little machine, and lets me do the heavy-duty stuff the 770 can't handle (yet! :-) I'm a Mac guy, but I needed a PC for certain things, so this fits the bill...
As far as I know, the OQO should run Linux, but all of the device drivers might not be available...am I correct?
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2006-01-16
, 21:26
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Joined on Sep 2005
@ Savannah, GA
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Our company has purchased several N770s and also has an OQO Model 01 for comparison purposes for the mobile learning (m-learning) applications we design/develop. There are actually a few things the OQO does well in comparison to the N770 though a full accounting of the pluses/minuses of each greatly favors the 770 over the OQO for our apps/markets.
That said, the nice things about the OQO are:
1. Bigger device screen (size-wise, not pixel count); but it lacks the 770's awesome Zoom feature.
2. The OQO drives an external display for live "mobile app presentations". This has been useful a few times.
3. As a full Windows client, the OQO fully authenticates into a Windows network using MSFT Active Directory - a big plus for bigger enterprise implementations with security concerns.
4. Support for any media player/plug-in and software application that same enterprise mentioned above may be running. One customer runs Lotus Notes and needed that supported for Mobile any applications they wanted to run.
5. The OQO, by its nature, has way more storage space - carry every bit of content you need versus the 1GB limitation with the MMC card on the 770.
6. Better device/peripheral connectivity. The OQO's connection cable is nice/convenient for connecting just about anything you'd need or have.
7. The optional stand is solid and awesome. I use it with the 770 everyday.
Downsides to OQO:
1. Way more money (buy 3 to 4 770s for every OQO 01+ or Ultra you buy).
2. Much heavier. And more prone to failures (HDD crashes, breaking if dropped).
3. Windows-specific UI/L&F/menus can't be customized like on the 770.
4. 802.11b WLAN support is spotty for us and not as good connecting to wireless web versus the 770 with 802.11 b&g support.
5. Doesn't slip into your pocket so it way less convenient.
6. System SW updates are Windows-oriented and not as elegant as performing a lightweight OS/Flashing as with the 770.
7. Did I mention it was expensive and doesn't run Linux native???
The upcoming DualCor cPC seems an interesting direct competitor to the OQO when it ships later in Q1 and it supposedly has better battery life and integrated 3G for the same price as a base OQO Model 01+. We're happy to provide commentary on the cPC too once we get one in here to test/evaluate.
Hope that helps....Robert :?)
That said, the nice things about the OQO are:
1. Bigger device screen (size-wise, not pixel count); but it lacks the 770's awesome Zoom feature.
2. The OQO drives an external display for live "mobile app presentations". This has been useful a few times.
3. As a full Windows client, the OQO fully authenticates into a Windows network using MSFT Active Directory - a big plus for bigger enterprise implementations with security concerns.
4. Support for any media player/plug-in and software application that same enterprise mentioned above may be running. One customer runs Lotus Notes and needed that supported for Mobile any applications they wanted to run.
5. The OQO, by its nature, has way more storage space - carry every bit of content you need versus the 1GB limitation with the MMC card on the 770.
6. Better device/peripheral connectivity. The OQO's connection cable is nice/convenient for connecting just about anything you'd need or have.
7. The optional stand is solid and awesome. I use it with the 770 everyday.
Downsides to OQO:
1. Way more money (buy 3 to 4 770s for every OQO 01+ or Ultra you buy).
2. Much heavier. And more prone to failures (HDD crashes, breaking if dropped).
3. Windows-specific UI/L&F/menus can't be customized like on the 770.
4. 802.11b WLAN support is spotty for us and not as good connecting to wireless web versus the 770 with 802.11 b&g support.
5. Doesn't slip into your pocket so it way less convenient.
6. System SW updates are Windows-oriented and not as elegant as performing a lightweight OS/Flashing as with the 770.
7. Did I mention it was expensive and doesn't run Linux native???
The upcoming DualCor cPC seems an interesting direct competitor to the OQO when it ships later in Q1 and it supposedly has better battery life and integrated 3G for the same price as a base OQO Model 01+. We're happy to provide commentary on the cPC too once we get one in here to test/evaluate.
Hope that helps....Robert :?)
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2006-01-16
, 21:36
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Live via 770 tap-tap:
B*st*rd. (My envy speaking!)
I differ on points 2&5. It'd work for me!
And you didn't mention better BT and the integrated thumbboard!
>even more jealous now!<
B*st*rd. (My envy speaking!)
I differ on points 2&5. It'd work for me!
And you didn't mention better BT and the integrated thumbboard!
>even more jealous now!<
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2006-01-16
, 21:51
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Joined on Sep 2005
@ Savannah, GA
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Originally Posted by Mike Cane
BT support is basically the same as with the 770. And regarding the thumb board on the OQO, it's not bad but I'm actually faster typing on the 770 with the stylus than I am with the OQO's thumb board because the keys are a bit harder to feel/find than you'd guess. The OQO's scroll wheel is failrly handy/cool (like on a Crackberry) and the mouse buttons positioned for your left thumb are convenient when browsing/selecting too. But typing anything voluminous is, for me, slightly more cramp-inducing on the OQO when compared to stylus typing on the 770.Live via 770 tap-tap:
B*st*rd. (My envy speaking!)
I differ on points 2&5. It'd work for me!
And you didn't mention better BT and the integrated thumbboard!
>even more jealous now!<
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2006-01-16
, 21:56
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Live via 770 tap-tap:
I've fondled -- almost molested! -- an OQO, so I've used that thumbboard. Better for me than tap-tap...
770 requires a plug-in to use a BT keyboard. Not the OQO!
Stop all this talk or I'll have to rob a bank to get an OQO!
I've fondled -- almost molested! -- an OQO, so I've used that thumbboard. Better for me than tap-tap...
770 requires a plug-in to use a BT keyboard. Not the OQO!
Stop all this talk or I'll have to rob a bank to get an OQO!
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2006-01-16
, 22:56
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Joined on Jan 2006
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If I didn't already have a Sony U750P, I'd buy an OQO model 01+ in a heartbeat, especially after seeing how much smaller it is than the U. However, I can't justify the expense under any circumstances right now. (Besides, I ran for office last year and have campaign debts to pay off 
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Which is why I settled for a 770
)Which is why I settled for a 770
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2006-01-17
, 23:22
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Well the 770 and oqo are 2 different devices completely. Really, all in all, one couldn't compare them.
The 770 is exactly what it is, and handheld internt termal. allowing you to get online, surf around, check email and so forth.
The OQO is a full PC (Moreless anyway) Full windows xp pro installed. and you can install all your windows apps on it. Full VPN and so forth. I use my oqo for programming, vpn'ing into work, ftp'ing , all my stuff.
I have both, and I use them for different thing.
Oh, by the way, I am a geek and proud of if
The 770 is exactly what it is, and handheld internt termal. allowing you to get online, surf around, check email and so forth.
The OQO is a full PC (Moreless anyway) Full windows xp pro installed. and you can install all your windows apps on it. Full VPN and so forth. I use my oqo for programming, vpn'ing into work, ftp'ing , all my stuff.
I have both, and I use them for different thing.
Oh, by the way, I am a geek and proud of if
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I had to get it. It was calling out to me...
I finally got myself the OQO 01. Didn't get the 01+, but Im happy anyway. Now Ill have the 770 and the OQO. Whatever shall I do
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