LAS VEGAS -- Even as inexpensive netbooks have caught the attention of most gadget enthusiasts, their richer cousins from the mobile internet devices (MIDs) category have faded into the background.
But at CES 2009, OQO's smallest PC sporting a OLED (organic light-emitting diode, an alternative technology to LCD) display took centerstage. What really sets the device apart is its luminous, crisp screen. OQO claims its the world's first PC with integrated active matrix OLED display.
The little American beauty called OQO model 2+ is based on the 1.86GHz Intel Atom processor, has 2GB RAM and a Qualcomm chip to support 3G worldwide. The device offers up to 3.5 hours of battery life, has an integrated touchscreen and runs Windows XP or Vista operating system.
Other key features includes 60GB to 120 GB hard disk drive storage, WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity and 5-inch display. The device weighs 1 pound with standard battery.
This is the second version of the OQO PC. The model 2+ will be available in the first half of 2009 with two versions priced at $1000 and $1500 respectively.
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