Elonex ONE

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The Elonex ONE (also referred to as ONE) is a subnotebook computer marketed to the education sector by Elonex. The ONE's operating system is called Linos, based on Linux kernel 2.6.21,[1] has Wi-Fi connectivity, Ethernet networking, a solid-state hard drive, two USB ports and weighs less than 1 kg.[2]

The ONE has been described by Elonex as the cheapest laptop in the UK and will retail for £99 in the UK. Its official unveiling took place on 28th February 2008 at The Education Show at the NEC in Birmingham[3] and a shipping date of June 2008 was announced.[4]

In February 2008, Elonex stated their vision is for every pupil to have their own laptop to improve computer literacy across the nation. Elonex have aligned the cost of the ONE with the aims of the DCSF closing the achievement gap between those from low-income and disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. To support this initiative Elonex have committed to donate 1 ONE to underprivileged children from disadvantaged areas for every hundred sold.[5]

Elonex revealed further notebook models on Computex in June 2008.[6][7][8]

Contents

[edit] Hardware

The hardware specifications published on 28 February 2008:[9]

[edit] Processor, Main Memory

[edit] Dimensions, Casing

  • Display: 7" High Resolution TFT LCD display; 800 x 480px Widescreen
  • Dimension: 22 x 15 x 3 cm (W x L x H)
  • Weight: 0.95 kg
  • Interchangeable Outer Rubberised Skin (Optional)
  • Splash-proof, removable QWERTY keyboard

[edit] Networking

[edit] Peripherals, Ports

  • 2 USB 2.0 ports
  • 2 built-in speakers
  • 3.5 mm audio-in/mic
  • 3.5 mm headphones
  • 2 Mouse emulators (one on keyboard and one on rear of device, advertised as for Tablet use)

[edit] Battery

  • Integrated 3 cell Battery - approximately 4 hours usage
  • Mains power adapter

[edit] Operating System

  • Linux - Linos 2.6.21 operating system, with pre-installed software bundle

[edit] Similar devices

The ONE is similar to a the A-View or AW-300 A-BOOK products from Aware.[10] They use an Aday 5F-300 MHz X86 processor. An earlier Aware product the AW-150 is sold in the USA for $199 as the MiTYBOOK.[11][12]

[edit] Problems

The delivery of the Elonex has been delayed on multiple occasions. Confusing messages have also been sent.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Linux kernel 2.6.21
  2. ^ Elonex website
  3. ^ Reg Hardware preview dated 19th February 2008
  4. ^ "Elonex £99 Eee PC rival to arrive in June" Reg Hardware, dated 28th February 2008
  5. ^ Elonex ONE Vision
  6. ^ http://www.taipeitradeshows.com.tw/product_info.shtml?comno=F0148632&showno=2008NSC1015&docno=94875
  7. ^ http://www.taipeitradeshows.com.tw/product_info.shtml?comno=F0148632&showno=2008NSC1015&docno=94876
  8. ^ http://www.taipeitradeshows.com.tw/product_info.shtml?comno=F0148632&showno=2008NSC1015&docno=94877
  9. ^ Hardware specifications on ElonexOne site
  10. ^ Aware AW-300
  11. ^ MiTYBOOK
  12. ^ Aware Electronics Inc.,Ltd History

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