My VEGA

Last Post

2007-07-29T19:42:00.000Z

I have not posted anything on the EVERUN for a while, and because RAON have moved to a larger screen making the device bigger than it could have been I have decided to put away My Vega in favor of My Kohinsha. The Vega with its 4.3" screen had looked to promise a true pocket PC, however their second generation unit has moved closer to the size of a UMPC, and as such the Kohjinsha is in my opinion a better device.

This will be my final entry, but anyone interested can follow My Kohjinsha blog here

Raon EVERUN at Computex 2007

2007-06-05T21:34:00.000Z

The Raon EVERUN has been shown at Computex 2007 and this is the first video showing the device in use.

EVERUN, an OQO 2 Alternative?

2007-06-03T17:53:00.000Z

Since the announcement of the Raon Digital EVERUN I have been comparing it against the much more expensive OQO 2, and if all you are looking for is a cost effective pocketable PC then the EVERUN may be your device.

Below I have listed the key comparative information for both devices.

OQO 2

Size = 142.2mm (L) x 83.8mm (W) x 25.4mm (D)
Screen Size = 5"
Weight = less than 1LB
OS = Windows XP Home (base model)
Process = 1.2GHz (base model)
HDD = 30GB (base model)
RAM = 512MB (base model)
Price = $1,499 USD (base model)

Raon Digital EVERUN

Size = 170mm (L) x 83mm (W) x 25mm (D)
Screen Size = 4.8"
Weight = 1.08LB
OS = Windows XP Home
Process = 600MHz
HDD = 30GB
RAM = 512MB
Price = $700 USD approx (expected retail price)

Based on the above there is very little between these 2 devices, with the exception of the CPU and keyboard position. If you are looking for something to act as a desktop replacement or need a more powerful CPU, then the OQO will win, but if you are looking for a portable companion then my money is on the EVERUN.

EVERUN video

2007-05-31T17:21:00.000Z

Raon Digital have released this promotional video.

EVERUN available for pre-order

2007-05-31T14:56:00.000Z

Pocket PC Solutions in the UK already have the EVERUN on their website for pre-order. There is no price listed yet, but you can register your interest in the device and they will confirm pricing and availability as soon as possible.

Vega 2 “everun” is here

2007-05-31T13:30:00.000Z

Finally after months of waiting Raon Digital have announced "everun" the Vega 2. I have just recieved the following information and a detailed PDF from them. I will post more when I have read the spec sheet, but for now here are the device details and an image of the new Vega 2.

- 4.8” Wide VGA 800 x 480 resolution / Touch screen / Auto rotation & brightness control
- AMD 600MHz Geode LX900 Processor or 500MHz LX800
- Microsoft Windows XP Home
- Various storage options including a 60G / 30G HDD and/or 6G SSD
- Integrated full QWERTY keypad
- Integrated 802.11b/g WiFi and Bluetooth 2.0
- Integrated HSDPA with Data & Voice or WiMAX (optional)
- Over 7 hours of real battery life with the standard battery (Max 12 hours with large battery)
- Easy to hold or pocket (170(W) x 83(H) x 25(D)mm) 460-500g (with standard battery.)

Vega 2 coming soon!!

2007-05-29T19:52:00.000Z

KEEP WATCHING

Screen Calibration Fix

2007-05-04T08:12:00.000Z

For anyone who has had problems with the screen calibration on their Vega the following fix should work.

1. Press 2 of left bottom BOX keys ( ) simultaneously and tap the touch screen 5 times.

2. Then Touch calibration tool will run.

3. Press corner of the diagram (green spot inside of contour line) with touch pen for 2~3 seconds (keep the touch pen vertical and w/o movement)

4. Move to other points after finishing calibration in one point

5. If it does not work during the calibration, you can exit by press ESC key. In this case, previous calibration will be saved.

PDA Essentials UK Reviews the Vega

2007-03-10T19:56:00.000Z

PDA Essentials a UK magazine has reviewed the Raon Digital Vega, and they gave the little unit 7 out of 10, beating the OQO, which only scored 5 out of 10.

Things they liked about the Vega:
1. Size.
2. Battery life.
3. The d-pad.
4. Navigation buttons.
5. USB client mode.

Things they disliked about the Vega:
1. Lack of in-built Bluetooth and WiFi.
2. No in-built VGA out (although this is achieved via the supplied dongle).

All-in-all they liked the unit and said "it's more than suitable for office and email use, especially given the impressive battery life."

I have to say I agree with their findings, and the only other thing I would like to see on the Vega is a qwerty keypad.

I have scanned the review page which is available here.

The review unit was supplied by PocketPC Solutions, and is priced at £579.99, which the reviewer said was "not unappealing".

Updated Vega User Guide

2007-02-02T10:11:00.000Z

To go with the new Vega Utility Program, Raon have released an updated user manual, which lists the new features.

The manual is available here.

New Vega Utility Program V1.22.01

2007-02-02T10:04:00.000Z

This news is a little late, but Raon Digital have released an update to the Vega Utility Program.

The improvements are:

- new virtual scale down resolution 1024x576 and 1024x612 to lcd resolution.

- enabled actual monitor change from/to internal lcd screen to/from external monitor by hot key (press left bottom side 2 BOX keys and LCD/9 key simulaneously).

- enabled external screen keyboard program.

- enabled external pivot program.

The utility can be downloaded from Raon's website or here.

New Vega in the pipe-line

2007-01-30T23:23:00.000Z

Many of you may have seen speculation on the web that there is a new Vega in development, with integrated Bluetooth and WiFi. The good news is, and I have this on good authority, that this is correct, and there is more good news, as the new unit will also include the new AMD LX900 processor. I understand there is no release date yet, but my sources have indicated that we may see the new unit by the summer. When the new unit is announced look out for some surprise features, although do not expect to see Vista on this unit :(

AMD gives a boost to the Geode LX

2007-01-29T22:02:00.000Z

Over at Origami Portal there is news of a new AMD processor that that should find its way into the next Vega. Check out origamiportal for more information.

jkOnTheRun review: Raon Digital Vega

2007-01-28T10:11:00.000Z

Check out jk's Vega review here http://jkontherun.blogs.com/jkontherun/2007/01/jkontherun_revi_2.html#more

Sorry about the lack of posts

2007-01-28T10:07:00.000Z

Hi everyone

Sorry about the lack of posts on MyVega, but I have been busy working on a project. 2007 looks to be a great year for the UMPC market, and hopefully we will see some great things from Raon Digital and their Vega.

Vega Customisation

2006-11-29T10:19:00.000Z

Having used my Vega for a few weeks now, and due to the small screen size I have made the following changes to the display properties which has made the Vega even better to use.

The first thing I did after seeing the Zune Theme loaded to a UMPC, was install the Zune Theme, available from http://www.zune.net/en-us/meetzune/software.htm, and then changed the wallpaper to one I like better than the one supplied by the Zune Theme.

Then I made the following modifications to the Vega's display properties.
1. Go to Display Properties - Appearance - and set Font Size = Extra Large Fonts
2. Go to Display Properties - Appearance - Effects - and tick Use Large Icons

Below are some screen shots of my customised Vega.

Vega desktop with Zune Theme loaded.

Another image of my Vega desktop with Zune Theme loaded.

Desktop wallpaper for anyone who may want to use it on their Vega.

Vega Case

2006-11-29T10:03:00.000Z

My Vega case has arrived, and I am really pleased with it. The Vega like most of the UMPC's get quite hot at times, and the case now makes the unit more comfortable to hold. I also like the flip down stand on the back of the case, which when used with my mini keyboard makes the Vega perfect for typing emails and notes when in a hotel.

My Vega with case and keyboard

Vega Pivot Mode

2006-11-14T13:18:00.000Z

I have just found this neat little trick for the Vega. If you want to use it in portrait mode the following key presses will do the job for you without having to go in to the display properties.

Press these two keys at the same time and press ‘control key’ you can rotate the screen by 90, 180 etc.

Vega Leather Case

2006-11-13T10:06:00.000Z

PocketPC Solutions the only UK reseller of the Vega has a leather case designed specifically for the Vega.

The case is priced at £39.99 and is available from http://www.pocketpc-solutions.co.uk/vega.htm

Welcome to My Raon Digital Vega Blog

2006-11-12T21:53:00.000Z

I have only had the Vega for a few weeks, but I like it some much that I have decided to blog it here. Over the coming weeks, months and hopefully years I will post my experiences with this little gem of a device.