Welcome to our newest Monday feature — Android Ecosystem! As I mentioned last week, I was still trying to get the latest Android x86 build on my Intel Core Solo powered Samsung Q1UP. I literally just got it working this morning and it’s darn near usable […] Read more »
Welcome to our newest Monday feature — Android Ecosystem! Last week’s news was generally dominated with the launch of the Motorola Droid and Eris, so this week will likely present some longer term impressions with both devices. I’ve been thorough enjoying watching Dave Winer with his […] Read more »
My first reaction to Samsung keeping the Q1 UMPC series alive was a giant “meh!” I couldn’t understand why they’re trying to introduce a new model when for all intents and purposes the UMPC is dead. I do believe that as a concept it moved us […] Read more »
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After owning three Samsung Q1-series UMPCs, it’s fair to say that I’ve got a soft spot in my heart for the devices. That’s why my next statement may come as a surprise to many: I really don’t see the point of Samsung’s new Q1EX that just […] Read more »
I’m still futzing with Windows 7 on my Samsung Q1UP, but wanted to give an update. The install was no different than on any other device I’ve put Windows 7 on. Right out of the gate, most everything is working, either through the installation or the […] Read more »
I’ve had a long and storied love affair with the Samsung Q1 series of Ultra Mobile PCs, but I think it’s time to break it off. After all, I’m recently married, so affairs understandably don’t sit will with the spouse. With the netbook craze upon us, […] Read more »
It could be true based on the CrystalMark benchmarks that Everun provided to UMPC Portal. I just checked the numbers against the ones I ran on my Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium and the Everun Note shows significant potential. Bear in mind that Everun ran the testing, […] Read more »
So I’m nearing 60-days of living in a web browser. Yup, for 97% of my time over the last two months, I’ve been using Firefox on my Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium UMPC and have been quite happy. There’s still a few activities where I need a […] Read more »
GottaBeMobile caught the Samsung press release that introduced two new UMPCs in the Q1 line. And by "new" I really mean "old models with slight tweaks". Have a look at what I mean: Samsung took the Q1 Ultra (not Ultra Premium) running XP and added integrated […] Read more »
TechRadar offers up the first installment of a three-part interview with a Samsung R&D Engineer who shares news of Samsung’s UMPC plans. The company isn’t abandoning the UMPC market by any means and will continue to tweak the Q1 line with a refresh in the first […] Read more »
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Just yesterday I noticed that on my UMPC I couldn’t use the integrated webcams natively with Microsoft OneNote. After reading the various reader comments, I took a new approach this morning. I got to thinking how this wasn’t an issue in Windows XP, so I decided […] Read more »
Feeling sick over the weekend, I laid low offline and decided to delve into some desktop applications instead of using the web apps I prefer. Since my cord was cut, I dug around in one of my favorite bits of software: Microsoft OneNote. I installed it […] Read more »
I’m definitely in the minority when it comes to 3G modem options. Most folks prefer an integrated broadband radio, while I’m enamored with a USB solution since it works with all of my devices. Now that he’s installed a mini PCI HSDPA module in his Samsung […] Read more »
OtterBox has long been a name synonymous with outstanding device protection and today they’re bringing that protection to the latest UMPCs from Samsung. The new case fits either a Samsung Q1 Ultra or Ultra Premium model and offers access to practically every port and interface while […] Read more »
Nosing around the Samsung Download center, I see there’s a new BIOS version available for the Q1 Ultra Premium UMPC, both the XP and Vista versions. My device is currently running Vista but I noticed that my BIOS is version 01MI, so I’ve just downloaded 02MI. […] Read more »
I think I’ve had my new Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium UMPC for around six weeks now. In that time, I’ve run Windows XP Tablet Edition (which came pre-installed), Windows Vista and even Mac OS X. It’s time to settle down now and that means I need […] Read more »
This isn’t a terribly huge surprise, but it appears that Buy.com is now offering a different variation of the Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium. I bought the Q1UP-XP which had Microsoft Windows XP Tablet Edition pre-installed and 1 GB of RAM. The Q1UP-V will of course sport […] Read more »
Several folks have asked me directly how using my EV-DO modem affects the battery life on my Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium. I’ve been hopping around with the device for a few weeks now and although I haven’t done any scientific benchmarking, I can share some information. […] Read more »
Nope, not my Q1UP; integrated WWAN connectivity is not conducive to my lifestyle because I use multiple machines on a daily basis. Stephen cracked open his Q1UP and saw the same thing I did when I opened mine for the 2 GB RAM upgrade: an open […] Read more »
Chris, one of our readers, has also taken the plunge with a new Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium and we’ve been conversing via e-mail the past week or so. He’s got his 2 GB RAM upgrade done and is trying to get everything working under Vista. I […] Read more »
Now that I’ve got Vista up and running on the Q1 Ultra Premium, it’s time for a Starbucks run later today. I just installed the VZ Access software needed for my USB727 modem so connectivity is tested and good to go. One feature the Q1UP has […] Read more »
I don’t put too much stock in the Windows Experience Index, but to many folks it’s a general indicator that useful for comparison purposes between Vista devices. Besides, I know someone’s going to ask for the numbers. ;) The overall index is 2.3 as shown, but […] Read more »
Since I finger-pointed at the US Postal Service earlier in the week, the proper thing to do is mention that they made everything right. Sort of. My second 6-cell battery for the Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium was allegedly delivered on Monday morning per the tracking info, […] Read more »
OK, this one isn’t exactly for the faint of heart. I didn’t know it until I was on camera, but the RAM slot for the Q1 Ultra Premium isn’t in the same spot as earlier models. It’s actually underneath a motherboard, so you have to not […] Read more »
Although the US Postal Service seems to have delivered my 6-cell battery to someone else, it was nice to see FedEx arrive early this morning with a 2 GB memory module. The standard 1 GB SODIMM is coming out of Samwise so he can get the […] Read more »
So my Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium has been unusable for the past several hours. Why? As I’ve done in the past with all the other Samsung Q1 devices, I was running the free Battery Eater Pro software that stresses the device to see what the minimum […] Read more »
I’ll be running a Battery Eater Pro test later today, but I wanted to provide some general battery drain observations on the Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium. I installed Notebook Hardware Control to get a feel for things and see some interesting data. During the observation, I […] Read more »
After I got Skype to recognize the front camera on the Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium, it was time to put the device to the test. James and I routinely have video chats, some we even record and share, so I wanted to find out if I’d […] Read more »
This is interesting and I’m guessing it probably applies to the Q1 Ultra units as well as the Q1U Premium. The device has two cameras: one on the front and one on the back. I just installed Skype in preparation to test a video call with […] Read more »
Before I go play with the REDFLY mobile companion, I should probably get the obligatory benchmarks out of the way on Samwise. Take them for what you will; some folks swear by benchmarks while others couldn’t care less. Me? I think they provide one of many […] Read more »
Just to give you an idea in the performance difference between the new Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium and the older Q1P, I’ve got a comparison of H.264 playback. A 720p HD movie trailer in Quicktime, the upcoming Indiana Jones movie to be specific. At a 5.8 […] Read more »
Although I’m initially impressed with the performance of the new Q1 Ultra Premium, it’s not all a “happy, happy, joy, joy” situation. There’s a few aspects about the device right out of the box that are disappointing and even downright aggravating.First up is the lack of […] Read more »
We’ve got a bridal shower here at house today, so in preparation for that I’ve had little time this weekend to play with Samwise, the new Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium. However, I have to say that I’m still very impressed with this device; more than I […] Read more »
It’s become abundantly clear to me just how much power Mike Cane has. I’ve definitely underestimated him, in fact. First, he finds a way to make UPS hold my Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium an extra day and now he’s enlisted the folks at YouTube in his […] Read more »
I hope Samantha forgives me, but like Sammy before her, she’s about to get replaced. I just pulled the trigger on a Samsung Q1 Ultra Premium which I hope to have within a week’s time. Why did I make this change after using a 900 MHz […] Read more »
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