Pocket LOOX C Series Live on the Fujitsu-Siemens Site

[Darius Wey]

<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://www.fujitsu-siemens.com/products/mobile/handhelds/pocket_loox_c_series.html' target='_blank'>http://www.fujitsu-siemens.com/prod...x_c_series.html</a><br /><br /></div><i>"The Pocket LOOX C550 is the new compact handheld from Fujitsu Siemens Computers. Its specially designed cabinet is small, light and stylish and fits in every pocket. Its brilliant VGA display enables convenient working on every location - indoor and outdoor. Outstanding security features like persistent store and secure device management protect your data everywhere. The smart worker will enjoy the outstanding connectivity of the Pocket LOOX - WLAN, IrDA and Bluetooth. Never miss any appointment again, manage your contacts, send and receive e-mails, and get connected with your office data while on the move."</i><br /><br /><img src="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/images/web/2003/wey-20060204-FSC550.jpg" /><br /><br />The Pocket LOOX C550 is now up on the Fujitsu-Siemens web site. It's a standalone Pocket PC that should offer users an alternative to the Dell Axim X51v, HP iPAQ hx4700, and Acer n300 series. The C500 features an Intel PXA270 520MHz processor, 64MB RAM, 128MB ROM, a 3.5" VGA (640 x 480) 65K-colour TFT-LCD, Bluetooth 1.2, 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, IrDA, USB 1.1 (host and slave), a cradle connector supporting stereo audio-out, an SDIO/SD/MMC slot, a 1200mAh Li-Ion battery, and Windows Mobile 5.0. It measures in at 116mm x 71mm x 14mm, and weighs 160g.<br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.fujitsu-siemens.com/products/mobile/handhelds/pocket_loox_c_series.html">here</a> for the official product page, and click <a href="http://vilpublic.fujitsu-siemens.com/vil/pc/vil/datenblaetter/handheld/ds_pocket_loox_c.pdf">here</a> for the data-sheet.

[ctmagnus]

So close. If WM5 gets its bugs ironed out, this may be my iPaq replacement.

[reddeerguy]

Very tempting . . . . Though the n560 (also Fujitsu) is also rumoured to be out in March and is basically the same unit (VGA included) though with 256mb ROM and integrated GPS.

http://www.firstloox.org/VGAppc.htm

Will be interesting to see if it will be cheaper to buy a bluetooth GPS with the C550 or to go with the n560.

Either way, does anyone have any good leads on how to get one of these guys in Canada?

[captgoodhope]

Either way, does anyone have any good leads on how to get one of these guys in Canada?

I got my loox from www.clove.co.uk. They have the new models on preorder.

[JonathanWardRogers]

Can't compete with the Axim if it doesn't have CF. :-(

[Patrick Y.]

hmm... I was kind of expecting the rumored "ultimate" device instead of this. Is there ever going to be such device from Fujitsu?

[Darius Wey]

hmm... I was kind of expecting the rumored "ultimate" device instead of this. Is there ever going to be such device from Fujitsu?

There is the N560 due in March (as mentioned earlier) - supposedly, 624MHz CPU, GPS, VGA, etc. More info here. (http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=45614)

[Menneisyys]

hmm... I was kind of expecting the rumored "ultimate" device instead of this. Is there ever going to be such device from Fujitsu?

The N560 and the T830 will be a pretty decent device, as far as the specs are concerned (except for some serious problems like the missing 2700g in the N560 and the 240*240 screen in the T830). I wish they hit the market FAR earlier though...

[pocketpcadmirer]

There is the N560 due in March (as mentioned earlier) - supposedly, 624MHz CPU, GPS, VGA, etc. More info here. (http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=45614)

Again no CF :( . Otherwise,this would have been the ULTIMATE device

Sunny

[Mark Johnson]

I'm really glad there is SOME progress towards a "pocketable" VGA PocketPC, but I was hoping for more.

My beloved iPaq 1910 was 120 grams (less than 70% of my x50v's 175 grams.) The size was also in the "30% smaller" range. The c550 really isn't very much smaller or lighter than the x50v.

It's like we've been going backwards on pocketability since December of 2002 when the 1910 came out. With all the progress on phone and camera screens, I'm at a loss as to why we can't just get a 1910 equivalent with VGA by now.

[surur]

I'm really glad there is SOME progress towards a "pocketable" VGA PocketPC, but I was hoping for more.

My beloved iPaq 1910 was 120 grams (less than 70% of my x50v's 175 grams.) The size was also in the "30% smaller" range. The c550 really isn't very much smaller or lighter than the x50v.

It's like we've been going backwards on pocketability since December of 2002 when the 1910 came out. With all the progress on phone and camera screens, I'm at a loss as to why we can't just get a 1910 equivalent with VGA by now.

Maybe you are not looking around enough?

Palm V....... 115.0 x 80.0 x 10.0 mm 114 g

Acer N311 110.0 x 70.0 x 13.7 mm 135 g

Ipaq 1910 113.3 x 69.8 x 12.8 mm 124 g

http://surur.sytes.net/acervs1910.jpg

http://surur.sytes.net/acercompare.jpg

If this isn't pocketable, I dont know what is. And you get so much more for that extra 10g and 1 mm in thickness. Like WIFI, Bluetooth, VGA screen and USB host, 1200 vs 900 mah battery, 400 Mhz processor vs 203 Mhz processor, proper 3.5 mm headphone jack (vs 2.5mm on the 1910). Time to move into the future I think.

Surur

[Mark Johnson]

Actually I'd LOVE to buy an Acer (I've been drooling over it for some time) but they aren't being sold in the U.S. If Acer brings it to market, I'd buy it the same day I see it.

[Patrick Y.]

I'm really glad there is SOME progress towards a "pocketable" VGA PocketPC, but I was hoping for more.

My beloved iPaq 1910 was 120 grams (less than 70% of my x50v's 175 grams.) The size was also in the "30% smaller" range. The c550 really isn't very much smaller or lighter than the x50v.

It's like we've been going backwards on pocketability since December of 2002 when the 1910 came out. With all the progress on phone and camera screens, I'm at a loss as to why we can't just get a 1910 equivalent with VGA by now.

I think this (http://global.acer.com/products/pda/spec_pda_n300.htm) is your dream device?

Size*
110 (L) x 70 (W) x 13.7 (H) mm
4.33 (L) x 2.76 (W) x 0.54 (H) inches

Weight* 135 g
4.76 oz.

Edit: oops :oops: , didn't see Surur's post.

[Take1]

Is the Acer actually on sale somewhere? I would be willing to buy one via UK or Singapore (Brando-ish type) site if the price isn't too stupid.

I pretty much thought this was vaporware at this point. :(

[Patrick Y.]

Is the Acer actually on sale somewhere? I would be willing to buy one via UK or Singapore (Brando-ish type) site if the price isn't too stupid.

I pretty much thought this was vaporware at this point. :(

Can you read Traditional Chinese? This is a good/reliable online store from Taiwan. (http://www.mobuy.com.tw/shop/product.asp?pid=10002378) It's approximately $400.

There was some serious issues reported at Mobile01 a while ago when n300 first came out, but I believe everything has been fixed now.

[rob_ocelot]

The only thing keeping that Acer from being the 'ultimate' machine is an intell 2700g for 3D gfx and VGA out and maybe USB 2.0 host. That's a pretty small compaint though. :-)

To me, it's what the HP Rx1950 should have been.

[Mark Johnson]

Is the Acer actually on sale somewhere?

It's like some kind of cruel joke. I've been wanting one for months since the first pictures showed up. It's the first thing with specs that really excite me, but it's just not available. Bummer!

[Fishie]

Its for sale in select markets in Europe now.

[Godsongz]

I don't recall anyone coming in here and saying "I now own a n311". If it's really out there, why haven't we seen any personal impressions of the device here on PPCT?

I am soooooo itching to get this device. I check Expansys USA every day, hoping against hope that today will be the day that it shows up in their listings.

[Fishie]

The Belgian Acer website states it as available now along with the following information:

N300
Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ Version 5.0 software for Pocket PC Premium Edition with Outlook® 2002
Samsung S3C2440 processor at 300/400 MHz
3.7" high-brightness transflective TFT LCD (65,536 colours) with 480 x 640 (VGA) resolution
64MB SDRAM for system operation, 64/128 MB (ROM) flash memory for operating system, embedded applications, user applications and storage
SD/MMC expansion slot with SDIO support
Bluetooth 1.2 (both models), 802.11b Wireless LAN (only on N311)
Built-in microphone and speaker, 3.5mm stereo earphone jack
Rechargeable and replaceable 1200 mAh Li-ion battery, 8-hour battery life when backlight is inactive, 3 hours to fully charge
4 Quick Application Buttons (Today, Calendar, Contacts and Messaging), 5-way joystick, Soft reset button, Power button, Hold switch, Battery access latch
Preloaded software:
Microsoft® Pocket Outlook™, Pocket Word™, Pocket Excel™, MSN® Messenger, PowerPoint™ Mobile, Windows® Media™ Player 10 Mobile, Internet Explorer Mobile, Voice Recorder, Microsoft® ActiveSync® 4.0, Calculator, Games, File Explorer, Pocket TV Enterprise Edition, Pictures (image viewer), Backup/restore utility, Lunar View, System Info, Backlight Control, Power Control, Audio Control, Bluetooth setting, Wireless LAN setting, Terminal Service Client
Companion CD:
Microsoft® Outlook® 2002
Microsoft® ActiveSync® 4.0
Voice dictionary
Acer N300 Handheld User Guide
Bundled Accessories:
Acer n300 stylus, battery pack, slip case, AC adapter
ActiveSync® available via 26-pin sync cable, cradle, serial cable, or Bluetooth®
Weight: 135 gram
Dimensions: 7,1 (b) x 11,8 (d) x 1,3 (h) cm
2 year carry-in warranty
Specs
CP.H020N.006 Acer n310 Handheld 300MHz, 64MB RAM, 64MB Flash, 3.7"TFT VGA, MS Windows Mobile Version 5.0, USB, Serial, SD/MMC, Rechargeable 1200mah battery, Bluetooth 1.2, Dutch 299.-
CP.H020N.001 Acer n310 Handheld 300MHz, 64MB RAM, 64MB Flash, 3.7"TFT VGA, MS Windows Mobile Version 5.0, USB, Serial, SD/MMC, Rechargeable 1200mah battery, Bluetooth 1.2, French 299.-
CP.H020N.011 Acer n310 Handheld 300MHz, 64MB RAM, 64MB Flash, 3.7"TFT VGA, MS Windows Mobile Version 5.0, USB, Serial, SD/MMC, Rechargeable 1200mah battery, Bluetooth 1.2, English 299.-
CP.H030N.006 Acer n311 Handheld 400MHz, 64MB RAM, 128MB Flash, 3.7"TFT VGA, MS Windows Mobile Version 5.0, USB, Serial, SD/MMC, Rechargeable 1200mah battery, Cradle, Bluetooth 1.2, 802.11b Wireless Lan, Dutch 379.-
CP.H030N.001 Acer n311 Handheld 400MHz, 64MB RAM, 128MB Flash, 3.7"TFT VGA, MS Windows Mobile Version 5.0, USB, Serial, SD/MMC, Rechargeable 1200mah battery, Cradle, Bluetooth 1.2, 802.11b Wireless Lan, French 379.-
CP.H030N.011 Acer n311 Handheld 400MHz, 64MB RAM, 128MB Flash, 3.7"TFT VGA, MS Windows Mobile Version 5.0, USB, Serial, SD/MMC, Rechargeable 1200mah battery, Cradle, Bluetooth 1.2, 802.11b Wireless Lan, English 379.-

[huangzhinong]

Acer 300 has been out for almost 3 month now, only in China so far

[Fishie]

Nah, its available in Europe as well:

http://www.komplett.co.uk/k/ki.asp?sku=317507&amp;cks=PRL

http://en.toppreise.ch/index.php?a=77562&amp;o=pa&amp;SID=119664d1891853d26daae07cf84ec510

http://hardware.kelkoo.nl/b/a/sbs/114501/15237265.html

http://www.vergelijk.nl/pda/acer/n311/

http://www.mobigeeks.fr/stories.php?story=06/01/20/8091087

Here is a full review btw: http://www.generationmp3.com/mobilehub/index.php/2006/01/20/928-test-acer-n311-deuxieme-partie-tour-du-proprietaire

[Patrick Y.]

Acer 300 has been out for almost 3 month now, only in China so far

:cough: :wink: I think it was available in Taiwan first.

[doughboy]

If I had a friend in Europe purchase one, would I be able to obtain a U.S regulation AC adapter for it? Is there anything else that would prevent it from being used in the U.S.?

[Fishie]

If I had a friend in Europe purchase one, would I be able to obtain a U.S regulation AC adapter for it? Is there anything else that would prevent it from being used in the U.S.?

Nah you could use it, international charger.