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Extreme Limit cases for Sony U750

By James Kendrick Feb. 21, 2005, 9:30pm PT 5 Comments

Japanese case maker Extreme Limit has two new cases for the Sony U750.  Crafted from black leather the two models are specially made for the Sony and both offer a flip up stand that props the U at an angle for working with the keyboard.  Read More »

Mac OS X on a Sony U- part 1

By James Kendrick Feb. 9, 2005, 4:26pm PT 8 Comments

After reading up on the PearPC emulator that allows you to run Mac OS X on a Windows based PC (Linux, too) I knew I had to try to get Panther running on the Sony U.  The goal is to create a touch-screen capable Mac in … Read More »

 
 

UAddict releases MAME32 optimized for Sony U

By James Kendrick Feb. 9, 2005, 2:34pm PT 2 Comments

UAddict has released a version of Mame32 that has been optimized for use on Sony U computers.  They have tweaked the game emulator to run smoother on the Sony U, … Read More »

World’s first Mac OS X mini-Tablet

By James Kendrick Feb. 7, 2005, 9:20pm PT 7 Comments

More coming soon… Read More »

Guest review- in-depth look at the Sony U750P

By James Kendrick Feb. 5, 2005, 9:48am PT 5 Comments

I am pleased to publish this guest review from jkOnTheRun reader and forum member … Read More »

Useful information for Sony U owners

By James Kendrick Feb. 4, 2005, 6:22am PT 6 Comments

I have compiled some useful links and information for Sony U owners in the forum. It’s a work in progress so feel free to contribute information you think owners would find beneficial. Read More »

Mac OS 8.1 on a Sony U750

By James Kendrick Feb. 2, 2005, 8:21am PT 5 Comments

It is not OS X but Emulators Online has Mac OS 8.1 running successfully on a Sony Vaio U750P.  The emulator is free but I don’t think the touchscreen will work using this emulator as there is no Mac support for the digitizer.  It is … Read More »

Linux touchscreen drivers for the Sony U

By James Kendrick Jan. 31, 2005, 8:10am PT 3 Comments

A company has developed Linux drivers for the Gunze touchscreen on the Sony U and will be publishing a HOW-TO and drivers soon.  Linux runs fine on the U series UPCs but currently lacks the drivers to operate the touchscreen.  More details as they unfold… Read More »

New Sony U dedicated site

By James Kendrick Jan. 29, 2005, 9:43am PT 4 Comments

A new site has sprung up for Sony U enthusiasts and owners.  Uaddict is brand spanking new and doesn’t have much content up yet but the site is nicely designed and I’m sure we’ll see some good stuff soon.  They plan to have a user’s … Read More »

First pics- Sony U, Zaurus C3000, Moleskine, PDair case for U

By James Kendrick Jan. 29, 2005, 9:17am PT 9 Comments

I promised some pics to compare the size of the Moleskine and the Sony U750 so here are just a few.  I took some to show the size comparison between the Sony, Moleskine, Sharp Zaurus SL-C3000 and Toshiba e800.  There are also a few pics of … Read More »

Sony U is in da house!

By James Kendrick Jan. 28, 2005, 10:57pm PT 8 Comments

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Multiple reviews of the Sony U750P

By James Kendrick Jan. 26, 2005, 6:03pm PT 16 Comments

There is a rash of Sony Vaio U750P reviews that have been published the last few days.  The reviews can be found on Black Halo Inc, Notebook Review, and BargainPDA.  Oh wait, it’s the exact same review on all three sites.  Looks like … Read More »

More Must Reads
New Sony U site on SonyStyle
By James Kendrick Jan. 24, 2005, 6:57am PT 5 Comments

Sony dropped the U series from the SonyStyle site last month which prompted speculation they were going to stop selling the UPC in the US.  Those rumors have been put to bed … Read More »

The Pouch case for the Sony U
By James Kendrick Jan. 24, 2005, 6:47am PT Comments Off

The Sony U is so small that it can be difficult to find a good protective case that is small enough to fit the little device.  Sony has a case with … Read More »

A Sony U is on the way!
By James Kendrick Jan. 23, 2005, 8:02pm PT 28 Comments

The biggest pleasure I get from working on jkOnTheRun is meeting all the good people who stop by and share their views about mobile technology.  This is what makes it so much fun for me and I always look forward to hearing what each commenter has … Read More »

Maximizing the mobile experience
By James Kendrick Jan. 22, 2005, 4:42pm PT 15 Comments

Ultra-portable computers (UPCs) make it possible to carry a complete Windows XP computer in your hand, finally realizing the dream of ultimate … Read More »

Sony Vaio U750P at CompUSA
By James Kendrick Jan. 19, 2005, 2:50pm PT 10 Comments

Reports of the death of the Sony Vaio U750P have been greatly exaggerated.  Just found this on CompUSA: Read More »

Mobile tech in practice- a case history
By James Kendrick Jan. 17, 2005, 12:26pm PT 9 Comments

It is easy to get enamored with mobile technology and cool gadgets but it doesn’t mean much unless the tech makes a positive difference in your work.  I had a good example of mobile tech as an enabler last Friday and thought I would share it … Read More »

The Sony U-70 has been sold
By James Kendrick Jan. 17, 2005, 8:53am PT 9 Comments

  Just a note for anyone interested that the Sony U has been sold and pending the transaction clearing PayPal is no longer available.  Thanks to all who responded.  Read More »

I am selling the Sony U70
By James Kendrick Jan. 12, 2005, 7:59am PT 33 Comments

Due to the financial situation I detailed last month it is with a heavy heart I am … Read More »

Sony shows the Vaio U750P at CES
By James Kendrick Jan. 11, 2005, 11:29am PT Comments Off

According to an article on infoSync World Sony was demonstrating the Vaio U750P at the CES.  The article quotes Sony that the U750 will be available in February which should … Read More »

First look at the Sony U750P
By James Kendrick Jan. 9, 2005, 12:13pm PT Comments Off

Terri just got a Sony Vaio U750P and has written a nice article about her newest gadget.  She has chronicled it with some good photos of the Sony and some … Read More »

Why Sony technology scares me
By James Kendrick Jan. 9, 2005, 12:07pm PT 30 Comments

What I found in the kitchen this morning when I got out of bed: The really scary part is … Read More »

Semsons CF to PC Card adapter keeps you connected
By James Kendrick Jan. 7, 2005, 10:22am PT 2 Comments

We are beginning to see smaller PCs like the Sony U  … Read More »

No U on SonyStyle
By James Kendrick Jan. 6, 2005, 12:59pm PT 9 Comments

Speculation about the often discussed Sony U750P UPC is ramping up again as the U has totally been removed from the SonyStyle US website.  The ultra-portable was there last week when I … Read More »

Ultranote comparison- OQO vs Sony U
By James Kendrick Jan. 3, 2005, 11:28am PT 3 Comments

Ultranote has a great article that compares the features and size of the OQO and Sony U ultra-portable computers.  There are a lot of photos which drives home how small these … Read More »

jkOnTheRun best utility- True Launch Bar
By James Kendrick Dec. 27, 2004, 12:58pm PT 9 Comments

I am a firm believer in using any tool that helps accomplish a certain goal or that helps me be more productive and efficient in my work routine.  I use a LOT of different utilities to accomplish this, some that serve a stand-alone function and others … Read More »

Cheap Sony U case
By James Kendrick Dec. 27, 2004, 11:33am PT 5 Comments

Walter Hutchens has uncovered a couple of cheap innovative cases for the Sony U computer.  Lots of photos of both cases and links to purchase on his blog.  My favorite is this one:  … Read More »

MindManager and the Sony U-70
By James Kendrick Dec. 21, 2004, 5:44pm PT 6 Comments

I have been excited the last couple of days as the great folks at MindJet have been cooperating with me on a review of their great program MindManager X5.  MindManager is a fantastic mind mapping program with a really nice implementation of inking for the … Read More »

Sony U75OP recovery disk available
By James Kendrick Dec. 20, 2004, 7:04pm PT Comments Off

People who have purchased a Sony Vaio U750P should be aware that Sony now has a Recovery DVD set available for purchase. The Recovery DVD is $17.95 and can be purchased at the Sony web site.  Note that it is showing as not currently in … Read More »

Two cool accessories for the Sony U
By James Kendrick Dec. 19, 2004, 10:19am PT 6 Comments

I was checking out the SonyStyle site to see if they are listing any cool new accessories for the Sony U series and found a couple that look really nice. The first accessory is a carrying case that looks to be the perfect size to carry … Read More »

Sony U750P available for purchase
By James Kendrick Dec. 1, 2004, 1:08pm PT 5 Comments

The Sony Style web site now has the Sony Vaio U750P available for purchase.  The U750P is an upgraded U70 that has the following specs: Intel® Pentium® M Processor Ultra Low Voltage 733 (1.10 GHz, 2MB L2 Cache) Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Integrated 802.11b/g wireless … Read More »

Text input methods for Tablets and UPCs
By James Kendrick Nov. 29, 2004, 12:33pm PT 30 Comments

Owners of Tablet PCs understand how convenient and productive using a pen and ink on the screen can be and how it can stimulate the creative process.  Working with a stylus and a touchscreen is a totally natural way to interact with a computer and now … Read More »

ritePen bundled with Sony U-750P
By James Kendrick Nov. 16, 2004, 4:19pm PT 2 Comments

Sony selects EverNote Corp. software for new Vaio U Ultra Personal Computer Sunnyvale, CA – Nov. 16, 2004 – EverNote(tm) Corporation today announced that Sony Corporation is using EverNote Corp.’s ritePen® advanced handwriting recognition software with its Vaio® U Ultra Personal PC. The Vaio U is designed to … Read More »

Sony Japan to release the U-71P next month
By James Kendrick Nov. 15, 2004, 9:57am PT Comments Off

Hot on the heels of announcing the U-750P is to be sold in the US, Sony is preparing to release the next generation of the U-70P next month.  … Read More »

Triple jkOTR Review- Complete desktop in your pocket
By James Kendrick Nov. 10, 2004, 10:25am PT 44 Comments

Building the smallest desktop I am quite happy with the Sony Vaio U-70 running the Tablet OS and the handwriting recognition engine built into the Tablet is second to none.  … Read More »

OQO killer- Sony bringing the ultra-portable to the US!!
By James Kendrick Nov. 9, 2004, 9:57am PT 9 Comments

Sony has just issued a press release announcing the availability of the new VAIO® U Ultra Portable PC.  The U-750P is basically the U-70 with a 1.1 GHz … Read More »

Cessna mounted UPC- full specs
By James Kendrick Nov. 8, 2004, 12:39pm PT 5 Comments

Questions about how to duplicate Ken’s aviation setup with the Sony U-70 have been pouring in and Ken Sutton has graciously provided me with full details on how his Cessna-mounted Sony U-70 came into existence and where curious pilots can get more information about his … Read More »

Ultra-portable takes to the sky
By James Kendrick Nov. 8, 2004, 10:00am PT 12 Comments

A few months ago when I saw the Sony press release for the U-50/70 ultra-portable PC (UPC) the first thought that occurred to me was how this little computer could revolutionize my work flow with the Tablet OS installed.  That premonition was fulfilled nicely and … Read More »

Windows XP Recovery Console- the ultra-portables best friend
By James Kendrick Oct. 21, 2004, 2:38pm PT 18 Comments

Ultra-portable computers like the Sony U-50/70 and the OQO share one trait in common- the lack of an included bootable optical drive. This can be important when suddenly you have a hard disk or operating system problem and you realize you cannot boot from the … Read More »

The Untapped Tablet PC Market
By James Kendrick Oct. 14, 2004, 9:43am PT 51 Comments

(an open request to OEMs and Microsoft)Tablet PC users get it. They have experienced first hand how a well designed Tablet PC can enhance their daily productivity. The ability to use … Read More »

Sony U-50 gaming machine
By James Kendrick Oct. 7, 2004, 12:03pm PT Comments Off

The Tokyo Plastic Model and Radio Control Show always exhibits some off the wall stuff and this year the theme seems to be robots. Futaba demonstrated a robot that is controlled by a … Read More »

Sony U-50 discontinued?
By James Kendrick Sep. 22, 2004, 11:13am PT Comments Off

Rumors have been floating around about the premature demise of the Sony U-50/70 Ultra-portable computers. I have confirmation from a contact in Japan that Sony is indeed discontinuing the U-50 due to low … Read More »

Sony U-70 in your car?
By James Kendrick Sep. 13, 2004, 8:32am PT 4 Comments

Rafael Laguna wanted an integrated MP3 player, navigation system, WiFi, auto-synchronization of his MP3s with his home WiFi network, full internet access, and access to Office. Oh yeah, he wanted it in … Read More »

Speech recognition on the Sony U-70
By James Kendrick Aug. 30, 2004, 7:38pm PT Comments Off

I’ve just started experimenting with speech input on the Sony U-70. I ordered a Plantronics DSP100 from Amazon for $45. The DSP100 is a noise canceling USB microphone and headset that is optimized for speech recognition. Installing the DSP100 was as … Read More »

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