In February, I talked about the OQO Model 2, a micro-PC capable of supporting Microsoft’s Vista Ultimate. The OQO model 02 is loaded with features like a USB 2.0 port and a HDMI-out. These features got me excited about the potential of the Model 2 as a HD Tivo since Window’s Media Center is built into Vista. However, after e-mailing OQO’s tech support, I was informed that the OQO Model 2’s processor is not powerful enough for HD content.
OQO finally released the Model 2 in March. In the press release announcing the availability of the OQO, I caught this interesting quote from the Jason Krikorian, from Sling Media:
“Sling Media is excited to be working with OQO to deliver customers their favorite television programming on the model 02,” said Jason Krikorian, co-founder and executive vice president of business development for Sling Media, Inc. “The Slingbox, combined with the model 02’s ubiquitous wireless network connection, creates a truly portable, highly personal TV experience.”
What is the Slingbox? It is a device that enables you to watch and control your TV anywhere you are from virtually any Internet-connected laptop, PDA, or Windows cell phone. The OQO, with a broadband Sprint or Verizon Card, would be a perfect conduit for your media when coupled with a Slingbox. With an HDMI-out, the OQO Model 2 can connect to HDTVs and computer monitors, further leveraging the power of the Slingbox.
The only real downside to the OQO Model 2 is the cost. With Vista Ultimate and some essential add-ons, the unit costs over $2,000.
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September 11th, 2007 at 9:35 pm
[...] OQO can be loaded with Vista Ultimate, which includes Vista’s Media Center. The processor upgrade is a welcome addition to the Model 2, especially as a portable media center. I had originally inquired about the Model 2’s ability to handle HD television and was told it would choke the processore. Hopefully the new processor is able to handle ASTC HD television. All it would take is a USB HD tuner and a portable antenna. OQO is already a partner with Sling Media, so you can stream your content anywhere. [...]
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