Typical price: £945
What is it: Handheld ultra-mobile PC with mobile broadband
What we think: It's better than the standard Q1 and the mobile broadband is very useful
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 4 February 2008
Tags: Samsung, Samsung Q1 Ultra HSDPA, UMPC, joystick, upgrade
We like:
Allows you online access anywhere
We don't like:
Keyboard is virtually useless; too pricey
CNET UK judgement:
The Samsung Q1 Ultra HSDPA is an interesting evolution of the UMPC concept, but still flawed by the fact it's difficult to use. It's OK as a second PC, but most users will get better use out of an ultraportable laptop
Full review:
The Q1 Ultra HSDPA is the third major iteration of Samsung's oft-maligned ultra-mobile PC. The original was essentially a proof of concept designed to show what was possible with a handheld device. The second version, the Q1 Ultra, added sorely missing features such as an integrated keyboard, and the third, the Q1 Ultra HSDPA, is the first to include mobile broadband so you can access the Web from virtually anywhere. It's available from online for around £945. Continue Reading...
Samsung Q1 Ultra HSDPA History
19 Dec 2007 in Crave
Samsung Q1 Ultra HSDPA: UMPC broadband on the go
We've got our hands on the brand new broadband-enabled Samsung Q1 Ultra HSDPA, and we're very excited. Now we can surf the Net from anywhere!
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