Solar Computing » screen keyboard http://solarumpc.com Solar, Ultra-Mobile and Eco-Friendly Computing Mon, 22 Aug 2011 19:59:41 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Mobile Solar Computing with the Viliv X70 UMPC http://solarumpc.com/2009/06/16/mobile-solar-computing-with-the-viliv-x70-umpc/ http://solarumpc.com/2009/06/16/mobile-solar-computing-with-the-viliv-x70-umpc/#comments Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:36:00 +0000 Chippy http://solarcomputing.carrypad.com/2009/06/16/mobile-solar-computing-with-the-viliv-x70-umpc/ I just wanted to give you solar computing fans a quick heads-up on a new solution that you should consider. The Viliv X70 EX.

I’ve been testing it for the last week and as a standalone UMPC its a really flexible solution. SSD and 3G options, high quality build and very long battery life. In tests, I’ve been getting 5-6hrs battery life and seeing great productivity levels using either the on-screen keyboard or a USB keyboard and mouse. The best thing is that the car-kit includes an adaptor plug for 12v => 9.5 but the input voltage can rise to 24v making it perfect for attaching direct to a 24w or even 12W solar panel. One issue however is the gloss finish on the screen. Viliv are producing a filter though so this should help a lot. I will get one and test it soon.

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Initial plug-in test worked but I need to work-out the minimum sun power level needed and the full-sun charging time.

Stay tuned for more test results. In the meantime, check out my full review at UMPCPortal.

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