Asus R2E dissected

HSDPA and soldered RAM... both seem to be in fashion now... bad for upgrading RAM as there is no extra slot.

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Thanks FCC

Via TG Daily

Asus R2E starts its rounds

Look what's under the hood.. HSDPA goodness.. but it's the non voice supported modem..

UPDATE: Looks like it will available soon! BestBuy has it online for $1099 ( nothing about HSDPA ) No word on actual release date but its estimated to arrive in 1-2 weeks.

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R2H on the top... R2E with bigger battery.

Hopefully more info soon..

Via Mpctimes.com [ Translated ]

Asus R2E features HSDPA and SunRead glare-proof screen

Asus has just opened R2E pruduct pages showing new features and accessories.

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"The R2E Ultra Mobile PC satisfies every on-the-go computing needs and more! With its 7-inch LCD screen, the R2E packs all this features in the size of a paperback novel! Bult-in 3.5G module and ASUS SunRead glare-proof panel, equips the R2E to lead the way when navigating the great outdoors in the sun!"

Asus R2E details and links

Asus R2E product page

Asus R2E soon available, includes HSDPA with voice support

Asus have been busy updating R2E support site. One of the updates show the HSDPA modem model as Sierra Wireless MC8775V, which has voice support.

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I don't think UMPCs need voice support, but as a free option it's ok..

R2E has Intel's new A110 cpu running at 800Mhz, which should give better battery life. We will see that then...

This new model should be available soon.

R2E details