Well sort-of, although I guess that if Clearview can call their uber-PMP a UMPC, there’s nothing stopping anyone else.
Jkk has been testing the new VT700 rugged ultra mobile PC from Coxion in Finland. This is the same company that had the WebBook and is planning a WebBook 3G (due anytime now according to the website) which is similar in features to the Kohjinsha SA1 and the ASUS T83 that everyone likes. The VT700 is a rugged WindowsCE-based device though and is for in-vehicle use and rugged environments.
The VT700 whilst designed to be predominantly vehicle mounted, utilises an innovative quick-release mechanism allowing the user to detach it from the vehicle and switch smoothly and easily to a portable mode of operation.
I’m still undecided about CE-based browsers. I need to do some more tests with Opera 9 too see how much of my online life will be affected. One thing I am decided about though is car mounts. We need more of them!
Availability is ‘NOW’ and price is unknown. Coxion are industry sales focused so I guess pricing depends on how big your truck-roll is!
PDF spec sheet is available. Video below shows the interesting quick-release mount system and some on-screen action.
All via jkkMobile.
