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Sharp Zaurus SL-C860 review

General
Dimensions (W x H x D): 120x23.2x83 mm
Weight: 250 g
Built-in devices: keyboard
OS & software
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)
Synchronisation software: free download required for English version, IntelliSync
Desktop software: Qtopia Desktop, Backup & Restore (PC), File Transfer, Zaurus Manager
Processor
Processor: Intel XScale PXA255
Clock speed: 400 MHz
Memory
Memory expansion: CompactFlash, SD/MMC
Installed ROM: 128 MB
Installed RAM: 64 MB
Display
Display type: TFT
Display size: 3.7 in
Native resolution: 640x480 pixels
Colour depth: 16 bits
Connectivity / expansion
Docking cradle: No
Wired connections: USB
Wireless PAN: infrared
Expansion slots: SD/MMC, CompactFlash (Type II)
Power
Battery type: Li-ion
Removable battery: yes
Number of batteries: 1
Input devices
Touchscreen: Yes
Stylus: Yes
Navigation button/wheel: Yes
Keyboard: Yes
Audio
Audio output: speaker, headphone jack
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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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