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Sharp Zaurus SL-C860 review

Wednesday 14 April 2004, 8:19 PM

Excellent hardware


As a former Handspring / Palm user, the SL-C860 is probably one of the most robust mobile tools that I have ever encountered. I found that the preinstalled Japanese-converted Sharp ROM lacks somewhat for applications. Once flashed with the Cacko Rom by Anton Maslovsky my 860 was functioning flawlessly. I was able to transfer my existing PIM information, utilize VNC, zRadio, watch my DivX movies from SD card, surf the web "and" listen to my MP3s. Multitasking is certainly not an issue either. The Cacko Rom incorporates an over-clocking app which really makes the 860 fly. I am also able to console into the Cisco devices in my office without any issues (which is why I purchased the 860 in the first place). I was shocked how crispy movies were playing on the display (even with brightness at 40% & changing from clamshell to tablet mode).

One significant problem: Connecting it to the PC is a muddled task. Second issue: The Zaurus software & manuals that are shipped with the 860 is entirely in Japanese. So essentially you must fly by the seat of your pants when installing it. In conclusion: the 860 is the best thing since sliced bread -- definitely worth the price for the portability.

8.5

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Excellent

Sharp Zaurus SL-C860



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Overview

Sharp Zaurus SL-C860

Editors rating
Rating: 8.0
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.

Typical price

£ 565

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