I’ve been using Samsung Omnia for a while now but I’ve never use it as a modem for my laptop until recently. I thought it’d be hard to setup Omnia to work with my notebook, but it was actually pretty simple. Once connected, I can browse the web using its HSDPA connectivity, which is pretty fast in my opinion. To connect the phone and use it as a mobile internet modem, all you need to prepare is the supplied Omnia’s phone to PC USB cable and plug it to both devices. Then, go to Programs – Internet Sharing, and choose USB. Finally, hit the Connect command to ask your phone to connect to the internet. If succeed, once your Omnia connected to the internet, your laptop will be connected as well (network icon will show up on your tray bar). Simple, isn’t it?

Btw, Samsung Omnia is a great phone for those who want entertainment, connectivity, productivity, and communication; all-in-one device. It is affordable and comes with almost everything you need from a handset. Really!

Having an all-in-one devices is probably what every businessman or professional needs — one machine that can handle every task that needs to be done. Office works, emails, presentations, and even some entertainments to spend the afternoon. The new ViliV S5 UMPC/MID from YuKyung Technologies is one of the answer. Recently displayed in 2009 International CES in Las Vegas, this ultra mobile PC is powered by Intel Menlow platform with Atom Z520 processor, a 1GB of DDR2 SDRAM, and a 30GB of hard drive (60GB version is also available), which is decent enough to help everyone finish their jobs. It has a nice 4.8-inch LCD screen, big enough to watch movie on the go. As for the operating system, the Windows XP will take care of everything under the hood.

Other features include a Bluetooth/WiFI/HSDPA/WiBro connectivity, DMB (Digital Media Broadcast) receiver, GPS navigation, and a battery that lasts for up to 6 horus of playback time and up to 200 hours of standby time. No words on pricing at the moment.

Trigem a.k.a TG, a Korean manufacturer, recently released their new UMPC (Ultra Mobile PC) device called LLUON Mobbit PS400. Powered by Windows XP Home Edition operating system, this MID sports a 1.33Ghz Intel Atom Z520 processor, a 4.8-inch WSVGA touchscreen display, a 1GB of main memory, a 30GB of hard drive storage (or 16GB of SSD), and a host of connectivity options, including Wimax, WiFI, and Bluetooth. PS400 also offers a built-in digital TV tuner and an integrated 2 megapixel camera module, all inside its 375 grams’ body.

Measures 166 x 88 x 21mm, Trigem’s LLUON Mobbit PS400 is a nice companion for your Christmas holiday or vacation’s trip.

BenQ finally unleashed S6 in Italy market. Being the first Atom-based MID which hits the Western, it surelly brings a lot of excitement (and expectation). Runs on Linux Midinux OS, the device offers a 800Mhz Intel Atom UL11L processor, a 512MB of main memory, a 2GB of SSD, and a 4.8-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 800×480 and 262k colors. Moreover, it is also equipped with microSD memory card slot, along with a wide-range of connectivity options, including HSDPA/3G, WiFI, USB, and Bluetooth 2.0.

BenQ S6 UMPC can be purchased for 429 EUR or around US$629.

Archos has finally made its Archos 5 Internet Media Tablets ready for purchase. Available worldwide, the device offers a large 5-inch (800×480) touchscreen display, an integrated 802.11b/g WiFI connectivity, built-in Opera Web Browser with Flash 9 support, and wide-range support for almost every audio and video codecs outthere (incl. HD @ 720p). Thee versions are available: 60GB ($349.99), 120GB ($399.99), and 250GB ($449.99).

If you want to extend Archos 5 capabilities, you can purchase several of its accessories, such as a DVR Snap-On or more full-fledged DVR Station ($80 and $100, respectively), a Battery Dock for $50, a Mini Dock for $30, and even a Helmet Camcorder for $130.

Need live search during your vocation? The Dash Express is the solution. With internet connectivity via WiFi or cellular networks, you can use its live search feature or real-time traffics update. You’ll also enable to use send2car feature to send your trip planning.

The Dash express sold for $249.99-$299.99

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BenQ is going to release their Aries2 Mobile Internet Device (MID) on European market very soon this quarter. Recently, this net-ready device has just won the Bronze Award in the Interactive Product Experiences category at the IDEA (Industrial Design Excellence Award) event. The specs include an 800Mhz Intel Atom processor, a 512MB of main memory, a 4GB of SSD (Solid State Disk), a 4.8-inch touchscreen display (WXGA, 800×480), a 802.11b/g WiFI, Bluetooth 2.0, and HSDPA connectivity. Sounds delicious.

No words on pricing.

I’ve read Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball about 15 years ago (which is happen to be the first manga I’ve ever read) and I really love it ’til now. I love the character, I love the story, and most of all, I love the fighting. My favourite character is Goku, but Vegeta isn’t bad as well. Anyway, good news for all of DB fans in the world, including me, Bandai Korea will soon release “Dragon Ball Online” MMORPG! This game will take place 250 years after Dragon Ball Z and Majin-B event (Age 1000). More detail follows, but for now, check out the video after the jump.

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Clarion recently introduced MiND during CES 2008 event in Las Vegas. Stands for “Mobile Internet Navigation Device”, MiND is a combination between a multimedia player, GPS navigation, and web browser. It is powered by Intel’s Menlow platform (usually found on UMPC) and boasts as the next generation GPS navigation device. Users can connect to the world wide web through WiFI, but with its Bluetooth connectivity, you can pair it with your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone and connect to the internet through its 3G network. In the future, the company is going to include built-in 3G and WiMAX capability as well.

Other features include a 5.2-inch WVGA (800×480) touchscreen display, a Silverstone processor, Poulsbo chipset, a 256MB DRAM, a 4GB onboard memory, and integrated CMOS camera. No words on pricing.

Nokia showcased its new N810 Internet Tablet during CTIA 2007 event. This portable device is the sucessor of Nokia N800 model and it sports an integrated GPS receiver, along with WiFI connectivity, Bluetooth 2.0, slide-out full QWERTY keyboard, full touchscreen-based browser with desktop-like experience, build-in FM transmitter, and a light-sensing screen dimmer. N810 will be retailed with a price tag of around $480.

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