HANDHELD REVIEW

Sharp Zaurus SL-C860 review

8.0

Editors' Rating

8.7

Members' Rating

Typical price:£ 565

Verdict

This Linux-based clamshell handheld, which can operate in landscape and portrait modes, could pose a challenge to similar devices like Sony's CLIE PEG-UX50. But for now it's only available as a grey import... Read Full Review.

Pros

Clamshell design
Dual landscape/portrait orientation
Good keyboard
Excellent VGA-resolution display

Cons

Linux can be a challenge for the less technical
Third-party software is relatively scarce
Grey import (no official support from Sharp)
Expensive

Key Specs

Dimensions (W x H x D):	120x23.2x83 mm
Weight:	250 g
Built-in devices:	keyboard
Operating system:	Linux
Software included:	Calendar, Address Book, ToDo, EMail, Text Editor, Web Browser, Word Processor, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Video Player, Music Player, ImagePad, Backup/Restore (Card)
Processor:	Intel XScale PXA255
Clock speed:	400 MHz
Memory expansion:	CompactFlash, SD/MMC
Installed ROM:	128 MB
Installed RAM:	64 MB
Display size:	3.7 in
Wireless PAN:	infrared
Expansion slots:	SD/MMC, CompactFlash (Type II)

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8.7

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Anonymous

The best handheld ever made... except for C3000 :)

9.0

Anonymous

Fantstic Screen and good Keyboard

8.0

robert wilkie

For power & portability, can't be beat

9.0

Anonymous

Finally, a modern replacement for my Psion!

9.0

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