Raon set to release Everun UMPC

Raon didn't exactly knock it out of the park with its first foray into the UMPC market -- largely due to its curious decision that integrated WiFi and Bluetooth weren't all that important -- but it's now having another go at it, introducing its new-and-improved Everun UMPC. From the looks of it, the company is certainly off to the right start, with the Everun packing both WiFi and Bluetooth 2.0 on the inside, along with integrated HSDPA or WiBro to round out your connectivity options. The device will also apparently come in a couple of different models, each boasting a 4.8-inch 800 x 480 touchscreen, a full QWERTY keypad, AMD LX900 or LX800 Geode processors, 30GB or 60GB hard drives (with a 6GB SSD drive an option on some models), and a promised 7 hours of battery life (or 11-12 hours with the optional expanded battery). Apparently, the device will also cost less than the company's previous Vega UMPC (which was just over $1,000), although Raon isn't specifying exactly how much less. We shouldn't have to wait too long to find out though, as it's reportedly set to be released in mid-July, though we're guessing some importing will be in order for those of us in North America.

[Via UMPC Portal, thanks Kornel T]

[Nando @ May 31st 2007 12:33PM]

It looks like a huge mobile phone.

[Erwos @ May 31st 2007 12:41PM]

I'm impressed - they've invented a new form factor for UMPCs:
1. Small hybrid tablet
2. Large PMP
3. *NEW* Huge smartphone

Clearly, they are innovators!

[Paul @ May 31st 2007 12:38PM]

once they put in like 80-120gb hdd i might get one

[EDomain @ May 31st 2007 12:43PM]

Look, it's Palm's new Foleo-- oh, wait

[EDomain @ May 31st 2007 12:49PM]

I meant to say- "Look it's Palm's new Foleo-- oh wait, this has an actual use"

[Mike Klein @ May 31st 2007 12:53PM]

This pad appears borked. The keypad layout only makes sense if you're holding device in portrait mode...in normally-used landscape mode you couldn't qwerty easily.

They need to adopt PepperPad3 keypad layout...but this is patented/copyrighted.

Per specs camera seems to face off to side...hopefully it pops out and can swivel.

What's with all these umpcs at 800x480 resolution too? This is also fubar as most web sites require 800x600 to minimize scrolling when fixed items like dialogs or applets are displayed.

800x600 is minimum acceptable for browsing...800x480 isn't. It works but you must find workarounds for large items on page or windows.

[C Michael @ May 31st 2007 1:05PM]

Where the F is the Samsung Q2/Q1-Ultra?

[paloooz @ May 31st 2007 1:05PM]

Too many buttons. You'd have to be a hobbit to use that thing.

[Firebird @ Jun 4th 2007 8:51PM]

I, for one, welcome our new massive smartphone overlords.

[Xerloq @ May 31st 2007 1:20PM]

This is what happens when a PSP mates with a Logitec G15. I think this device is perfect for those who hate right handed navbars!

[Darnell @ May 31st 2007 1:31PM]

I like it. Don't ask me why. And if the prcie is $200-300 less than a grand, I'd like it even more. I wonder if it will be Skype-capable. I also wonder if it has auto-rotate screen.

[Razor @ May 31st 2007 1:42PM]

It looks a lot like a inflated version of the new SonyEricsson P1...

[strider_mt2k @ May 31st 2007 1:57PM]

Everun

(formerly Crashpron)

[Mile @ May 31st 2007 3:37PM]

Are my eyes deceiving me or is that a vertically installed QWERTY keyboard?

[kevin rummelhart @ May 31st 2007 5:46PM]

It actually keys look to be at a 45 degree angle (Portrait & Landscape)- bit goofy...

[dansus @ May 31st 2007 6:35PM]

Drool. want one.

[dansus @ May 31st 2007 6:41PM]

...hang on a sec, the keys are at a cocked angle... wtf.

who's brain wave was that? oh well, guess you could take it apart and rotate the keys.

[ShadowVlican @ Jun 1st 2007 12:00AM]

rofl....

[Logan @ Jun 1st 2007 4:38PM]

So 2005... http://www.engadget.com/2005/04/15/is-this-that-new-ultracompact-tablet-pc/