Pepper Pad 3
The ultra-mobile PC heralds the next generation of do-it-all devices, offering universal remote capability and many easy-to-use applications
Pros: Easy-to-use software for viewing e-books, movies, and more; device can function as TV/stereo remote
Cons: No video camera; 20GB hard drive isn't enough
Bottom Line: A pretty good ultra-mobile PC, but you might want to wait for the next version
Raon Digital Vega
Raon Digital's bulky Vega is affordable, but it's hardly worth the learning curve and lacks a camera and built-in Wi-Fi
Pros: Runs Windows XP; very good video quality; 5.5-hour battery life; 30GB of hard disk-drive storage
Cons: Extremely confusing controls and user manual; lacks a camera or built-in Wi-Fi connectivity
Bottom Line: The drawbacks outweigh the benefits
TableKiosk eo i7210
Somewhere between a tablet notebook computer and a PDA, it offers great connectivity, lots of storage, and a 7-in. touch screen
Pros: Small, easy-to-use; powerful chip, ample storage; range of media options; multiple Net connections
Cons: Pricey, short battery life
Bottom Line: You get what you pay for in this full-featured tablet PC
Nokia's N800
This ultra-mobile PC has cool features, such as easy Web access and online calling, and is a snap to use, but it only works with certain handsets
Pros: Pocket-size. Offers Net access, Web calling, and other features over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth connections
Cons: Short battery life. Bluetooth connection can't be established with all phones. Screen smudges easily
Bottom Line: Lots of good features if you're looking for a device to complement your laptop and cell phone
The ultra-mobile PC heralds the next generation of do-it-all devices, offering universal remote capability and many easy-to-use applications
Pros: Easy-to-use software for viewing e-books, movies, and more; device can function as TV/stereo remote
Cons: No video camera; 20GB hard drive isn't enough
Bottom Line: A pretty good ultra-mobile PC, but you might want to wait for the next version
Raon Digital Vega
Raon Digital's bulky Vega is affordable, but it's hardly worth the learning curve and lacks a camera and built-in Wi-Fi
Pros: Runs Windows XP; very good video quality; 5.5-hour battery life; 30GB of hard disk-drive storage
Cons: Extremely confusing controls and user manual; lacks a camera or built-in Wi-Fi connectivity
Bottom Line: The drawbacks outweigh the benefits
TableKiosk eo i7210
Somewhere between a tablet notebook computer and a PDA, it offers great connectivity, lots of storage, and a 7-in. touch screen
Pros: Small, easy-to-use; powerful chip, ample storage; range of media options; multiple Net connections
Cons: Pricey, short battery life
Bottom Line: You get what you pay for in this full-featured tablet PC
Nokia's N800
This ultra-mobile PC has cool features, such as easy Web access and online calling, and is a snap to use, but it only works with certain handsets
Pros: Pocket-size. Offers Net access, Web calling, and other features over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth connections
Cons: Short battery life. Bluetooth connection can't be established with all phones. Screen smudges easily
Bottom Line: Lots of good features if you're looking for a device to complement your laptop and cell phone
