OQO 03 USE ATOM. CONFIRMED!?

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[PlacidoDomenech]

http://www.umpcportal.com/2008/08/oqo-on-atom/

This new is really ver HOT!

More:

http://www.slashgear.com/oqo-umpc-getting-intel-atom-processor-1914256.php

And the official answer of Dennis Moore, CEO of OQO:

http://www.oqotalk.com/index.php/topic,2922.msg22889.html#msg22889

We must only hope the official date launch of new OQO products, specs, etc. 

[jo2k]

given all the info exposed, seems it;s confirmed. i am exicted.

[jkim]

Does anyone know what type of battery life we're talking about with the Atom processor?

[stuartguthrie]

I'll have to admit that I'm a little disappointed, I was really hoping for the new VIA chips - they seem to have so much going for them. Hopefully (fingers crossed) OQO will consider the VIA as a BTO option.

Stu

[PlacidoDomenech]

In battery life... i hope this... use possibly the same processor as OQO
http://www.pocketables.net/2008/08/fujitsu-lifeb-1.html

Cooler...and 8-9 hours in Windows Vista will be FANTASTIC

But we don't know what Atom processor will have... could be this for best models?

http://www.slashgear.com/dual-core-intel-atom-330-delayed-until-q4-2008-2512978.php

One comment, all Intel MIDs have touchscreen and GPS integrated OQO Touch is near folks
I hoped Nano option, but if OQO choose Intel... must be a cause. Dennis give us...

performance : with dual core atom could be better than Nano but in mobility scenarios this is not the top spec for end users i think. Wilcom D4 with Atom 1,3 run Windows Vista OK

http://www.pocketables.net/2008/07/video-vista-hom.html

battery life: better than Nano.
Thermals: better than Nano
Usability, Design and form factor: OQO with any chip

And although Dennis said this is only a product showcase, it is only a matter of time there is a real announcement. And these in my opinion affect the actual model sales. I want a cooler, better battery, touch and GPS OQO for my customers and me.

[dlach]

And although Dennis said this is only a product showcase, it is only a matter of time there is a real announcement

I don't agree or think it follows logically.  But I'm going to put my comments back in the original thread where readers can see the chain of posts and view Dennis' reply in context.

[hxpii]

I don't care what processor is used as long as it improves the overall capabilities of the device. If apps run smoother, more memory available, battery life improves, add updated WIFI/GPS/3G functionality, then I'm interested. Otherwise, why waste the time and effort? Cheers. 

[PlacidoDomenech]

First of all excuse members of forum if 'Oqo use atom.confirmed!?' (with question, used for debate it) topic, has caused some confusion. That isn't my intention, only promote just opinions and show the echo of the internet about this new.

I am sure Dennis and OQO team are excited by the reaction of the community about any new OQO product / prototype / showcase or anything. They know if Intel show OQO using Atom something happens not? 

I'm agree with hxpii, better procesor without better battery life, touch screen, gps, cameras, new functionality is a waste of time for the most end users. And OQO must see what Apple are doing. What time rest for Apple MID or mini tablet pc like OQO? Time to market is fundamental nowadays.

And i think they are in final stage of development of something new. Actually OQO models are out of stock, no responses from providers...OQO is no dead sure , so all signals indicate a new model is near.

But please, this is only my 'innocent' opinion 

Thanks

[Stuart]

And i think they are in final stage of development of something new. Actually OQO models are out of stock, no responses from providers...OQO is no dead sure , so all signals indicate a new model is near.

"All signals"  How does this say a new model is near?  Out of stock has been explained by part shortages and has affected new units and repairs.

The only real sign I see of a new model is the anxiety on this forum

[PlacidoDomenech]

 
Change anxiety for expectation and enthusiasm

Perhaps it is that my wife want my OQO 02 HSDPA and i need another OQO and want a new beautiful 03 one

 

[PlacidoDomenech]

A very good comment in SLASHGEAR of OQO and Atom and some clues of OQO 03?

'More likely, maybe, the key is in Moore’s phrasing: “not an impending product announcement” [emphasis mine].  With Intel rumored to be phasing out the single-core Atom at some point in Q2 2009, it would make more sense for any future Intel-based OQO UMPC to use the upcoming dual-core Atom 330.  However that chip is not ready for primetime, and an announcement about devices using it would be premature and likely impact on OQO 02 sales as would-be customers hold off for the next version.'

http://www.slashgear.com/oqo-deny-imminent-atom-based-umpc-prototype-is-technology-showcase-2014317.php




Three interesting news:

dual core atom presented
http://www.crunchgear.com/2008/08/20/dual-core-atom-chip-coming-from-intel-new-mobo-too/

MID's using dual core Atom
http://blogs.guardian.co.uk/technology/2008/08/20/tiny_intel_atom_chip_is_going_dual_core.htm

New ultra-speed, ultra low voltage SSDs from Intel
http://www.gottabemobile.com/Intel+Prepping+Some+SSDs+Fast+Ones+At+That.aspx

All these technologies are ideal for OQO

[galtoid]

Well, if OQO was trying to hold off announcing they're using the Atom for some strategic reason, this will throw a wrench in the works.  Intel spilled it beans, it would appear:

"The new OQO handheld will include Atom Z-series processors built for mobile Internet devices, said Pankaj Kedia, director of global ecosystem programs for mobile Internet devices at Intel. The Z-series single-core processors run between 800MHz and 1.86GHz. Intel also makes a version of the Atom processor for low-cost laptops and desktops."

From:
http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/150097/intel_confirms_oqo_to_use_atom_in_handheld_pc.html

I'd definitely prefer to have the Atom, if only for the power savings and (assuming intel graphics) quality Linux graphics support (Compiz capable)... also, the integrated GMA Intel rocks Quartz acceleration in OSX.

[oqojobjob]

Intel Developer Forum, San Francisco/Feldkirchen, 08.20. 2008

Babel Fish:
….The moreover one demonstrated Anand Chandrasekher those world-wide first complete 1080p High definition video rendition on a Handheld, the coming oQo* MID.

Intel® Atom™ Processor-Based Platforms Continue to Get More Compelling – Chandrasekher discussed how Intel’s Atom processor delivers the highest performance in the sub-3W segment while consuming dramatically lower power. Chandrasekher demonstrated Intel’s highest performance Intel Atom processor running at 1.86GHz on an OQO Productivity MID and showcased “World of Warcraft,” one of the most intensive Web sites on the device. He also announced the support of Full HD (1080p, 30fps) in the Intel® System Controller Hub and showed the world’s first demo with this capability in a handheld device.

[PlacidoDomenech]

Photo of OQO Mid with the res of Atom Mids in IDF:

http://download.intel.com/pressroom/kits/events/idffall_2008/images/MG_0946.jpg

I hope Will be the best? How do you think OQO goal this? 

[PlacidoDomenech]

New video from IDF. OQO running WOW.

http://www.umpcportal.com/2008/08/idf-ultra-mobility-keynote-clips/

Bye,bye s3 hello Poulsbo