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highly recommended

Most People Should Learn to Use This Before Reviewing

This is a very technical piece of electronics, yet you see reviews from people who have no idea how to use the basic functions,(zoom (you can select/deselect options in zoom mode), wireless options, mouse sensitivity, standby mode (why do you want to turn the unit completely off in the middle of the day?)) giving negative reviews because of their own stupidity. This unit does all it is advertised to do, plus some. If you are willing to spend some time learning to use the features it has, it is a very entertaining and serious tool. I just loaded ritepen (handwriting recognition software) on this unit, and it works perfectly. Ignore the negative keyboard reviews because there is no need to use it when this software is installed.

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It does whatever is needed with a few small additions

I had a lot of traveling coming up and the lightest computer I had along with its power source, etc weighed about 9 lbs and took a large bag. I needed something for drafting notes and reports, doing e-mail, excel tables and running some hefty simulation software. I purchased the UX 180P two years ago when they first came out after learning that Microsoft CE word, etc is useless.

I purchased a USB connected folding full sized keyboard ($20 Targus), and a pair of Fly-tyers magnifiers to clip onto my glasses and was set. I had a cheap external CD that I could use to download what software I needed when home and learned to live with USB's. Total weight did not exceed 2 lbs with room for tickets, car keys and a small enough bag that my feet could fit comfortably under the seat infront of me with the bag.

I eventually splurged and got a 140 GB Winchester portable storage that easily transfers from one machine to another so I can carry almost all my work with me plus have extra space to save those MB consuming photograghs.

The one drawback with the 180 which has been overcome in later versions is the start-up time and shut-down time. While flying, Ive had it snatched out of my hands while waiting for it to shut down an slammed into an overhead bin from which it was pushed on the floor when someone got a bag on landing. It still worked.

It takes some getting used to, but is easy to download to my desk-top when I need to polish up work. Like others have said it is difficult to do good Powerpoints on the run and to work with a full adobe software that allows cutting out diagrams, etc. Thats for home work.

It is even convienent for small uses like downloading audiobooks which are now available for free from my local library. I try not to use fee-based sites if possible.

The Cingular, now AT&T, is fantastic and is self-updating. Early on I found a problem when in Alaska that I would open a web site, read it and then when going to another the connection would shut down. I called Cingular via phone, they said they were aware of the problem and sent me to a University computer center with a contact name to get the update fix . Imagine service like that from Verizon wireless without getting stuck with yet another contract and or a service charge. Also, the AT&T digital connection is smart enough to tell you if there will be landline charges beforehand which in Alaska means wait until you get to another city or port.

Its WiFi connection worked in many hotels in Scotland, England, Spain, Cyprus, Qatar and Dubai but not Hong Kong or Seoul. The latter wanted extra fees for everything. Even in the states, it is cheaper using the AT&T 180 wireless connection than in-house land lines with their hidden charges.

Its great on trains if you sit near a plug and it would be good if airplanes had similar power sources.

Those are my uses. I am waiting until the price of the 380 comes down and can trade in for its quick turn-on off feature.

Hope that helps.

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The VAIO(R) UX Micro PC is so small and lightweight you won't believe it's a full-functioning PC. Slightly larger than a handheld PDA, the UX180P bridges the gap between a handheld device and a notebook. This remarkably compact dynamo is designed for productivity on the go. With a 4.5? wide SVGA (1024x600) display with XBRITE(TM) LCD technology, Intel Core Solo Ultra Low Voltage CPU for fast processing, and Microsoft XP Pro operating system on board. Because this is a full-functioning PC using the OS you already know, application user interfaces are familiar and easy to use. Advanced Wireless capabilities are built right in, and expansion is a breeze with the included port replicator. The VAIO(R) UX Micro PC is communications-ready, with integrated camera and built-in microphone and speakers, so you're equipped to communicate via VoIP virtually anywhere WLAN or WWAN service is available.

An integrated keyboard and stylus allow you to choose the input method you prefer. VAIO(R) Touch Launcher and Instant Command enable easy program access, and the biometric fingerprint sensor stores your passwords so you can access applications and secure web sites without having to type them. And the UX Micro PC really makes smart use of all its display space. With control buttons for zooming, scrolling, and a stick pointer, as well as the ability to view in either landscape or portrait orientations, you know you'll be able to view documents, applications, and media in the most appropriate way. Pre-installed Ultra Sync software makes it easy to synchronize the UX Micro PC with your other computers, so you can hit the road with all of your materials up to date. 30GB HD 4200rpm

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