Gizmodo: u810

Fujitsu Introduces Lifebook P1630 and U820 Tablets For Small People, Very Small People

John Herrman — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:00:00 EST

In a long-awaited refresh to their tablet lines, Fujitsu has announced considerable upgrades for its U and P series. The comically small 5.6" U820, following in the dainty footsteps of the U810, gets improved battery life, GPS, a super-sharp WSXGA touchscreen and a 1.6GHz Atom processor, somehow weighing in at just over 1.3lbs. The U series starts at $1,049. For people with human-sized fingers, the P1630 8.9in convertible. netbook packs a 1.20 GHz Core 2 Duo, built-in accelerometer, 64GB SSD option and a steep base price of $2,179. Press releases after the jump. [Fujitsu]

LifeBook U820 mini notebookBuilt-in GPS receiver and integrated Garmin Mobile(R) PC software – preloaded with maps of the U.S. and Canada, millions of destinations and points of interest, turn-by-turn directions, and route planning.

Lighter weight starting at 1.32 pounds.

Powered by the Intel(R) Centrino(R) Atom(TM) Z-series processor which supports lower power consumption, fewer chips, VT Technology and integrated support for 1080p HD video decode.

An additional row of keys and a new overall layout of the keyboard to more closely simulate a standard QWERTY keyboard.

Maintains security features including fingerprint sensor and BIOS lock, and adds a Kensington lock slot to deter physical theft.

Now offers up to 7.5 hours of battery life(3) with four-cell battery or 3.5 hours(3) with new 2-cell battery option.

Hard disk drive up to 120GB or solid state drive up to 64GB.

Improved screen resolution with WXGA display.

Enhanced video quality with 1.3 mega-pixel (640x480) resolution webcam

Priced starting at $1,049(1) for a base configuration. Users can choose from a recommended configuration, or they can customize their LifeBook U820 mini notebook using the Fujitsu Configure To Order (CTO) program. Available immediately through the Fujitsu website and select retailers/e-tailers(2).
Pre-installed with Windows Vista(R) Business or Home Premium, offering plenty of power to work, access an office network, check email, conduct video conferences, watch downloaded movies, listen to MP3 files, play games, browse the Internet, play games, take pictures or stay connected with family and friends.

Convertible form factor offers keyboard, touch or pen input.

Zoom utility for easier viewing.

Integrated Bluetooth wireless technology.

Stay connected on the go with Atheros XSPAN(R) wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g/draft-n) or optional wireless broadband (coming by Q1 2009).

LifeBook P1630 feather-light and compact convertible notebookImproved performance and battery life from the latest Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 processor technology with dual-core Intel(R) Core(R) 2 Duo SU9300 Ultra Low Voltage Processor and Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 5300 (802.11a/b/g/draft-n).

Up to 6.15 hours(4) with the high-capacity battery option — an hour longer than its predecessor.

Optional wireless broadband (coming in the first quarter of 2009).

Webcam with 1.3 mega-pixels (640 x480) resolution.

Priced starting at $2,179(1) for a base configuration. Users can choose from a recommended configuration, or they can customize their LifeBook P1630 convertible tablet PC using the Fujitsu Configure To Order (CTO) program. Available immediately through the Fujitsu direct sales force, website and channel partners and select retailers/e-tailers(2).

Compact convertible tablet PC, weighing only 2.2 pounds with an 8.9-inch WXGA touch-sensitive widescreen display with a high contrast ratio and exceptional viewing angle.

Top and bottom magnesium-alloy exterior for extra durability and protection
Solid state drive option.

Advanced security with Fujitsu Portshutter(TM) data-leak-prevention software, and built-in biometric fingerprint swipe with pre-boot authentication (PBA).

Optional integrated Bluetooth wireless technology.

T Pities Fool Who Bids on Hacked Fujitsu U810 With Live Virus "Still Present"

Wilson Rothman — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 09:15:00 EDT

Shane Macaulay, the hacker who beat a Vista-powered Fujitsu in last week's CanSec West PWN 2 OWN contest has listed the UMPC—with virus "still likely present"—on eBay. Some say this might be Macaulay's idea of a joke, but T doesn't think it's funny when hackers joke around with exploits, especially an Adobe Flash exploit that might "affect 90 percent of computers worldwide." Mac's alleged rationale:

This laptop is a good case study for any forensics group/company/individual that wants to prove how cool they are, and a live example, not canned of what a typical incident responce sitchiation [sic] would look like.

Note: We can't spot an April 1 listing of any Fujitsu U810 on eBay. [InfoWorld]

Fujitsu LifeBook U810 and T2010 Ultra-Portables Get Built-In HSUPA

Sean Fallon — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 13:52:02 EST

Fujitsu has announced that the LifeBook U810 UMPC and the ultra-portable LifeBook T2010 convertible notebooks have been upgraded to include a built-in cellular modem capable of accessing AT&T's BroadbandConnect High-Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) network. That means users can enjoy upload speeds between 500 Kbps and 800 Kbps and downloads between 600 to 1400 Kbps. [Fujitsu]

Joel Video Reviews the Fujitsu U810 UMPC

Brian Lam — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 18:45:13 EST

The Fujitsu Lifebook U810 is the mini tablet UMPC, and although its launch moment has come and gone, this is the first video I've seen demoing the machine's cool keyboard lamp. Which Joel here describes as the "F'ing Future" or something. I'm surprised he doesn't love the keyboard, but maybe that's because Joel is Viking sized and the midsized keys just don't fit. Worth watching, just to see JJ on his first video review. [BBG More U810 at Giz]

Lifebook U810 Available, Getting Props

Brian Lam — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 14:43:23 EDT

The Lifebook U810 just went on sale. When we did our hands on of the the Lifebook U810 last month, I didn't really think it would get as much attention as it has in the last few days. Charlie, winner of the CES PC Building race two years straight, says its the smallest Laptop at IDF. Spoony and Friends over at Laptop Mag have a full review, where they loved the keyboard, and wished for 3G data (although a USB model can take care of that). [Lifebook U810, Laptop, Inquirer, Gizmodo]

Hands On With Fujitsu's $999 LifeBook U810 UMPC

Wilson Rothman — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 08:00:00 EDT

We told you they'd been promising it, but the specs have been shuffled a bit. Here's the final product, the LifeBook U810. Now that it's shipping on Sept. 18, it's sporting a new lower price and some nice new features...

For $999, the 1.5 lb. handheld tablet comes preconfigured with 1GB RAM and 40GB HDD. The system delivers 5.5 hours of battery life and it's got a 5.6" LCD screen. There's an SD slot and separate slot for CF, and there's a convenient thumbstick at the top right for cursoring around the screen. Some little features did come as a surprise, especially for the price, such as a fingerprint scanner, the integrated Bluetooth and the VGA camera, as well as an included dongle for monitor and Ethernet. There's just one USB port, and the U810 supports all wireless except N. Speaking of wireless, during the first quarter of next year, a step-up edition will go on sale with HSDPA wireless for AT&T customers. Oh, and although the demo model they showed off had a matte white exterior, it will only be available in black finish in the US.

From the data sheet:

Powered be the Intel® Processor A110, the Fujitsu LifeBook® U810 notebook provides 800 MHz of robust processing power as well as efficient energy consumption. You will experience up to 5.5 hours1 of ultra-mobile computing on a single battery with this personal companion.
Product Versatility
It's a Hand-held. It's a Tablet. It's a Notebook. The LifeBook U810 deftly exhibits chameleon-
like versatility with its multi-functional design. Handle it like a Hand-held when you're on the move. Twist the screen, and it becomes a Tablet PC with pen input. Use it like a notebook, with a Qwerty keyboard. The LifeBook U810 equates unparalleled fun, and maximum functionality. Anywhere.
The 5.6 inch Crystal View WSVGA display offers you the best clarity and visual impact for your portable entertainment. All this amazing power in a form-factor that is compact enough so you can carry it around easily.
With the preinstalled Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium, the LifeBook U810 gives you the ability to listen to your favorite music, watch movies and experience the ultimate in digital entertainment.

With the preinstalled Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium, the LifeBook U810 gives you the ability to listen to your favorite music, watch movies and experience the ultimate in digital entertainment.

The LifeBook U810 features a 0.3 Mega Pixel integrated camera for easy communication with contacts and digital picture-taking. It truly epitomizes the idea of an all-capable ultra-mobile companion.

With advanced security features such as BIOS Lock3, Fingerprint Sensor, and Trusted Platform Module (TPM), your confidential data is assured against intrusion by unauthorized parties.

Bundled Software: Microsoft Works with Office 2007 Home and Student Trial (on Vista Home Premium model only), Microsoft Office OneNote® 2007 (on Vista Business and XP TPC model only), Microsoft Origami Experience Pack (on Vista models only), Microsoft Experience Pack for Tablet (on XP TPC model only ArcSoft Web Companion, Softex OmniPass, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Fujitsu Menu, Fujitsu Driver Update, Zoom utility, Bluetooth
Driver and Utility

Processor: Intel® Ultra Mobile platform 2007
Intel® processor A110 (800MHz, 512KB L2 cache, 400MHz FSB)
Intel® 945GU Express Chipset
Intel® ICH7U I/O Controller Hub

Memory: 1GB DDR2 400MHz

LCD: 5.6-inch Crystal View WSVGA, 1024 x 600 pixels, Touch screen
Video Controller: Integrated Intel® Graphics with 3D Accelerator

Resolution: Maximum internal display resolution: 1024 x 768, 16M colors; external
monitor resolution: 1600 x 1200, 16M colors; simultaneous display resolution: 1024 x 768

Digitizer: Electromagnetic (Active)

Hard Drive: 40 GB, 1.8-inch PATA Ultra DMA 100 (4200rpm), S.M.A.R.T. support

Optical Drive: Options include: Modular Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer (2.4x DVD-R/+R DL,
8x DVD-R/+R, 4x DVD-RW/+RW, 3x DVD-RAM, 8x DVD-ROM, 24x CD-R, 10x CD-RW,
24x CD-ROM), or, Modular DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive (8x DVD-ROM, 10x CD-RW,
24x CD-R, 24x CD-ROM), or, Modular DVD-ROM Drive (8x DVD-ROM, 24x CD-ROM)
Audio: RealTek ALC262 HD audio codec with built-in digital microphone

Wireless Communication: Bluetooth® v2.0, Realtek 8101L 100Base Ethernet, Atheros Super AG™ 802.11ABG wireless connection with dual antenna and Integrated Camera 0.3 Mega Pixel

User Interface: Keyboard with Glide Point: 56 key, 14mm key pitch, 1.3mm key stroke; Left click and
right click buttons, Fingerprint Sensor with vertical scroll functions
Connector Interface USB 2.0 x 1, VGA (external display) and RJ45 (LAN) via LAN/VGA adapter connector,
Audio-in, Audio-out, Power Adapter DC-in

VGA/Lan Adapter: External cable for connection to RJ45 (LAN), VGA (external display)

Card Slots 1 x Type I/II CF Card slot
1 x Secure Digital (SD) Card Reader

Security3 User and supervisor BIOS password, Boot Sector Write Prevention, Fingerprint Sensor,
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Battery1 Lithium ion Battery; 4-cells Li-Ion 5200mAh 7.2V; rated up to 5.5 hours

AC Adapter Input AC 100~240V, Output DC 16V 40W, 4.22A

Dimensions/Weight 6.73" (W) x 5.24" (D) x 1.04~1.26" (H)

Approx. 1.56 lbs.

Operating Temperature 41°F to 95°F/5°C to 35°C (ambient temperature); 20% to 85% relative humidity, noncondensing

Non-Operating
Temperature 5°F to 140°F/-15°C to 60°C, 8% to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing

Key Accessories For a full list of accessories, visit www.shopfujitsu.com or call 1-800-FUJITSU

Port Replicator Connector Interface:
USB 2.0 x 4, VGA (external display), RJ45 (LAN), Power Adapter DC-in