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eBook Reading with Amazon Kindle for PC

Tablet PC — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:06:00 +0000

Steve Chippy of UMPC Portal shows the Amazon Kindle for PC software in a bit more depth that we did in our videos here. Chippy is using a Viliv X70 for the review which is larger than the Viliv S5 that we used. We have both the Viliv X70 and S5 available here in Melbourne for demonstrations.

From Chippy’s video we learnt that the grey sidebars in the reading pane can actually be used for page turning – a handy feature for a touch screen UMPC. We also learnt a simple way to control the screen brightness on the Viliv X70. Wonder if it works the same on the S5? Off to test…

eBook reading on the Viliv S5 UMPC

Tablet PC — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:12:45 +0000

With the release of the Amazon Kindle software for PC as well as the Barnes & Noble eBook software, there has never been a better time to get into creating a digital library. On top of that, we now have good, practical, affordable UMPCs like the Viliv S5 to read eBooks on.

Of course eBooks have been around for years now and there are many titles available, but the addition of Amazon and Barnes & Noble to the market mean that there are many more quality current titles available.

In the following video we take a look at the S5 as an eBook Reader. Then in part 2 we compare the Amazon Kindle software to the Barnes & Noble software.

eBook Reading on UMPC – Part 1

eBook Reading on UMPC – Part 2

Viliv S5 Video Review – Tiny 5” UMPC

Tablet PC — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:14:00 +0000

The Viliv S5 is a tiny UMPC with a 5” screen that runs Windows XP. The S5 includes GPS, Solid State drive and optional 3G – and it fits in your pocket.

We use the Viliv S5 with a bluetooth keyboard to write blogs on the go. It also makes a great eBook reader!

For a demonstration of the Viliv S5 contact us on 03 9999 1601 or get in touch via our website.

Viliv S5 Tablet PC for Home, Car and Work

Tablet PC — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:59:00 +0000

We came across a Viliv S5 UMPC user who posted a series of Videos on YouTube showing how he uses the S5.

Note that he has Windows XP Tablet PC edition installed on the system. The Viliv comes out of the box with the Windows XP Home and Windows XP Tablet PC Edition is not available direct to the general public. If you like the idea of using the Tablet Input Panel (TIP) on the Viliv S5 you can run Windows 7 on it. It is tricky to install windows 7 on the S5, so if you aren’t an advanced user we recommend using professionals (like us).

This series of videos will give you some ideas of how you can use the S5.

Viliv S5 showing Tablet PC Edition Features (Not part of standard package)

Viliv S5 showing Tablet PC Edition Features (Not part of standard package) – Part II

Viliv S5 hooked up to home theatre system

Viliv S5 hooked up to car stereo

In Australia we have 2 models of the S5 available. One with inbuilt HSPA Mobile Broadband / 3G (Next G compatible at 7.2mbps) for $1459 inc GST, one without Mobile Broadband for $1289 Inc GST.

All Viliv S5 models include:

Windows XP Home Edition (No Tablet PC Input Panel as shown in video above)
On board SirfStar III GPS (You will need software for in car navigation)
Intel Atom Processor
1Gb RAM
32Gb SSD

Full range of accessories available including Car Kit (12V charger and mount), leather case, VGA connector, composite connector, spare batteries and styli.

We can upgrade these to Windows 7 for you. We can also ship with software such as Microsoft Office 2007 pre-installed. Contact us for an all inclusive quote.

We carry only Australian stock with an Australian warranty. Whilst you will find that some companies will in ship direct from overseas, there is no local warranty support available for them. The cost of shipping the unit back and forth overseas if you have any issues will soon suck up any savings that you might make. So do yourself a favour and buy locally from us.

To order, fill out the contact form on the Viliv S5 page of our website here and we will get in touch.

We’re excited about this UMPC: Viliv S5

Tablet PC — Mon, 11 May 2009 03:30:00 +0000

The Viliv S5 is on its way to Australia for CeBIT next month. Our UMPC partner Tegatech Australia will be launching the device at stand V70.

Look out for great features:

Pocket sized slate form factor
Awesome battery life
5” screen – 1024 x 600 resolution
Atom 1.33Ghz – Runs windows
Integrated 3G option
Great pricing

UMPC Portal preview:

JKK Mobile review:

This is a brilliant device. Whilst UMPCs have not gained widespread adoption, devices like this one will certainly help the cause. As a mobile computing device for eBook reading, digital media, web browsing and basic data capture this UMPC will beat any netbook hands down for 2 reasons:

It fits in your pocket
You can *practically* use it while you are standing, walking and sitting.