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OQO launches new e2 model featuring HSDPA

by Parm Mann on 4 December 2007, 10:54

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One alteration from the previous model

At an event in London yesterday, OQO launched the OQO Model e2. Those of you looking for a completely revamped specification for the pocket size full featured PC will be disappointed as there is indeed only one change, the inclusion of HSDPA.

Though a welcome addition, we're curious if this new feature actually warranted a whole event to see it launch and more importantly, we're wondering if the £175 extra you'll be paying for the HSDPA model is justified.

Available now via online retailer Expansys, the OQO model e2 could be yours for £1,286.29.

OQO model e2

The official press release is due in a few days and who knows, it may yet reveal one or two other surprises in store with the model e2.

Useful links
Official product page: OQO.com
Buy the OQO model e2: Expansys.com

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Posted by DR - Tue 04 Dec 2007 11:22
I am very keen on these things :) I got to be careful I will end up with more mobile devices than days of the week :(
Posted by Funkstar - Tue 04 Dec 2007 11:26
Yeah, i've liked OQO devices since they were first released. Good to see technology is catching up with the idea. I know they are still expensive, but at least they aren't quite as bad as they were :)

Although, there is now a lot more competition in the market

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Posted by nichomach - Tue 04 Dec 2007 11:34
we're wondering if the £175 extra you'll be paying for the HSDPA model is justified.

Yes, excuse me, HELL yes… Seriously, if you're in the market for one of these devices anyway, I can see this being an absolute must-have; wonder if you can upgrade previously purchased 2s with the HSDPA adapter. We buy mini-PCI-E adapters to upgrade Dell Latitudes and HP nc6400/6910p notebooks every so often, and the Dell version (Novatel EU860 or EU870D IIRC) will set you back £119 ex VAT, while the HP equivalent (Sierra Wireless) will have you for about £190 ex VAT. Seriously, these are pricey little cards, but the difference they can make to our users even in bog-standard laptops is immense.
Posted by Funkstar - Tue 04 Dec 2007 11:41
I'll go further than nichomach's comment. I would only seriously consider a device like this if it had HSDPA. So it's either the £1,286.29 device or none at all as far as OQO is concerned.
Posted by directhex - Tue 04 Dec 2007 12:01
over a grand? i think the eee has redefined peoples' expectations for small-form-factor kit. i'd rather have an eee, a usb 3g modem, and a over grand spare in my pocket.

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