And that really is the story here. The OQO model 01+, like its predecessor, is a story of compromises. This one is slightly more usable and flexible, admittedly, but the bigger considerations still remain. It’s great that the USB connection is now faster, and the extra 10GB of hard disk space is a plus too. Likewise the increased memory is also a welcome bonus, but Tablet PC Edition doesn’t actually add that much in terms of on-the-move practicality because the small size of the device makes it fiddly to use.
Neither is the OQO as practical as a standard laptop. The keyboard, though usable, restricts the speed at which you can work, you have to be prepared to sacrifice response times and performance too. It isn't cheap either at a whopping £1,869.95 with Office thrown in.
But I reckon for something this well-designed and engineered that the compromises are worth making. A fully-featured PC that fits in your pocket? I'd love one, thanks.Read full review
Overall
8/10
By Jonathan Bray
Reviewed 04 April 2006
Updated 05 February 2011