UMPCs at CeBIT

UMPCs were one of the main topics during CeBIT this year. After the launch of the first UMPC generation last year, one could admire the improved second generation of those small devices.

Smaller, lighter and more convenient is the motto!

I personally liked the UMPC from Gigabyte the most. Even though it only weighs 740g, it offers a keyboard, that can be pulled out and a battery life of up to 4 hours. This is really a big step forward compared to the former devices, which could only be used via touchscreen. With this UMPC one does not have to change its habits. Therefore it is easy to swap between your notebook and your UMPC.

Samsung also presented a new UMPC, using keys on each side of the display as a keyboard. This is even better than no keyboard at all, but you will need some time in order to practise. I also looked at other UMPCs, e.g. from Asus. Their biggest disadvantage is that they do not offer a keyboard.

I think the manufacturers made big steps forward during the last year and I will definitely be one of the first users of such cool devices!