Raon EVERUN at Computex 2007

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?

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

Raon Digital have released this promotional video.

EVERUN available for pre-order

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

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!!

KEEP WATCHING

Screen Calibration Fix

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.