View Full Version : An Update on the O2 Xda Atom
Darius Wey
10-10-2005, 05:00 AM
<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://www.ppcsg.com/index.php?&showtopic=61275' target='_blank'>http://www.ppcsg.com/index.php?&showtopic=61275</a><br /><br /></div><img src="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/images/web/2003/wey-20050915-O2NewToy1.jpg" /><br /><br />Here's an update on the much-loved <a href="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=43089">O2 Xda Atom</a>. We already knew that the device sports an Intel XScale 416MHz processor, 64MB RAM, 128MB ROM, a 2MP digital camera with flash, an integrated FM radio, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE support, USB, a 240 x 320 (QVGA) screen, and Windows Mobile 5.0. Now Singapore site, PPCSG, is reporting that the Atom (which is roughly the same size as the HTC Magician) features a miniSD slot, not an SD slot (as some of you originally hoped).<br /><br /><a href="http://www.ppcsg.com/index.php?&showtopic=61275">PPCSG</a> has a collection of hands-on pictures that are worth checking out. Note the O2 MediaPlus application has a Windows Media Center-like feel to it. If all goes to plan, the Atom should be released in early December.
T-Will
10-10-2005, 07:30 AM
Sweet! This looks like the Pocket PC Phone I've been waiting for...too bad I just bought a new cell phone. :(
egarayblas
10-10-2005, 10:30 AM
OMG! <Drool> 8O
Gotta save now! If you have been using the previous O2 Mini, this would be an excellent unit to upgrade to!
karlth
10-10-2005, 11:20 AM
Based on comparison pictures the Atom seems considerably *smaller* than the Jam.
Phillip Dyson
10-10-2005, 12:30 PM
I think that I read the Atom has a 2.7 screen as opposed to the 2.8.
Darius Wey
10-10-2005, 12:35 PM
Based on comparison pictures the Atom seems considerably *smaller* than the Jam.
If I recall correctly, it's not considerably smaller. I'd say there's about 5-6 millimetres difference between the two.
Phillip Dyson
10-10-2005, 02:05 PM
Based on comparison pictures the Atom seems considerably *smaller* than the Jam.
I hope its not considerably smaller. I'm not sure how much smaller I can go for my everyday device. 8O
Every now and then I swap my SIM into my smartphone, but its input mechanism and small size keep me from intense usage.
Sterling
10-10-2005, 03:42 PM
Rumor has it the O2 Atom is made by Quanta and that HTC will be releasing a similar model of their own codenamed "Prophet". This Pocket PC has all the features I've been wanting for quiet a while now. I'd like it if HTC's version would have a matte finish housing as opposed to the Atom's glossy finish, be it black, white or silver.
ricksfiona
10-10-2005, 03:48 PM
I need storage capacity and with miniSD's current limitations, it's just not good enough. Bummer cause it is a sweet looking device with some very nice specs.. Except for the FM radio and miniSD, it's a darn fine device. FM radio? C'mon :roll:
Darius Wey
10-10-2005, 05:01 PM
Except for the FM radio and miniSD, it's a darn fine device. FM radio? C'mon :roll:
What's wrong with FM? I still use it. :P
snayar
10-10-2005, 05:48 PM
I just made up my mind, goodbye ETen M600, hello Atom!!!!
Yeah, the only CON I see is the MiniSD card type. :evil:
However, I would love to have this device, so it's time to save some coins!!! :lol:
I love the radio feature, I still use FM radio a lot!!! I just wish you can use FM radio without the need of the headphones as antenna like the SonyEricsson K700i :?
Cheers!
We're already seeing moves in the PPC space to squeeze down to miniSD, and microSD(/TransFlash) is also out and becoming popular (like in cellphones). So I'm thinking perhaps I should standardize all my future flash card purchases on microSD for the utmost compatibility?
But I have some questions:
http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=43392
I remember seeing a miniSD-to-SD (flush) adapter.
But I don't know if there's a microSD-to-miniSD adapter (though I presume there will be a microSD-to-SD adapter)?
Can someone verify this? I'm thinking about standardizing on purchasing only microSD (was TransFlash) in the future -- or more specifically TrustedFlash-compliant microSD. But I'd like to know if I will be able to use it in cellphones/PDAs that take miniSD?
In fact, if anyone has any links to purchase any of these microSD/miniSD/SD adapters, I'd really appreciate it!
I'll probably wait awhile for microSD capacity to get bumped up though, since I'm currently using 2GB (66X-speed) SD cards and am used to that.
BTW I don't suppose the "USB" listed in the specs is USB Host capability? :D
Jonathon Watkins
10-11-2005, 01:19 AM
MiniSD?????? Grrrrrrrrr :evil:
Darius Wey
10-11-2005, 03:50 AM
But I have some questions:
http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=43392
Answered. :)
bnycastro
10-11-2005, 03:53 AM
the USB is probably USB sync.
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so are there hi-speed miniSD cards out now? what's the highest capacity miniSD? the highest capacity I've seen in shops here [Manila] is 128mb [which I have for my MPX 220] I may have to go to HK to get some high capacity ones :P
Darius Wey
10-11-2005, 03:54 AM
BTW I don't suppose the "USB" listed in the specs is USB Host capability? :D
I believe it signifies mini-USB functionality, similar to what is seen in the HTC Magician, Wizard, and Universal. No idea if it supports host, but I'll see if there's any info I can dig up for you.
Darius Wey
10-11-2005, 03:56 AM
so are there hi-speed miniSD cards out now? what's the highest capacity miniSD? the highest capacity I've seen in shops here [Manila] is 128mb [which I have for my MPX 220] I may have to go to HK to get some high capacity ones :P
1GB is readily available in the consumer market, and I believe 2GB is just around the corner.
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