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Psion NetBook Pro review

7.7

Editors' Rating

Very Good

5.5

Members' Rating

Average

Typical price:£ 1152

Verdict

The NetBook Pro looks like a mini-notebook, yet runs the handheld-orientated Windows CE .NET 4.2 OS. Although it’s primarily aimed at corporate mobile workforces, we think it could have wider appeal... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Compact and lightweight
  • Comfortable keyboard
  • Plenty of expansion options, including SDIO
  • Removable battery.

Cons

  • No built-in wireless connectivity
  • Expensive
  • Display could perform better in bright sunlight
  • No official availability for individual users.

Key Specs

Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor model: XScale PXA255
Clock speed: 0.4 GHz
RAM installed: 128 MB
Dimensions (W x H x D): 23.5x3.5x18.4 cm
Weight: 1.1 kg
Operating system: Windows CE .NET 4.2

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Member Opinion

5.5

Average Member Rating

Average

2 Members have reviewed this product

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Jack Holland

Jack Holland

expensive agenda and viewer

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4.0

Mediocre


Anonymous

Anonymous

Prior netbook user, will get this over laptop

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7.0

Very Good


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