long live the HTC Universal!

Same as i-mate JasJar. Both the same device actually.





I really wanted one of those. Think I was using a Nokia 6600 at the time.

The PC-Z1 is too big to be a handheld, and x86 is terrible in various ways (ARM wins in size, power consumption, and speed).

HTC Universal's keyboard looks terrible.

well it is 5 years old now! was great in its day and still has a loyal following on XDA Dev.

Was a great form factor but a little bit too big. full qwerty keyboard with dedicated number keys.

We must have different definitions of handheld.



Although I do admit the keyboard isn't ideal for thumb typing, mostly due to the key design.

Perhaps it was, but even for its day, the keyboard looks like a big step backward from the Zaurus SL-C* line which began with the SL-C700 over 7 years ago!Guess so. One basic requirement for a handheld is that it fit in an ordinary pocket. Which means you need to turn that soda-pop can on its side

IMHO, a device can be made for handheld use without also being pocketable. You're not going to be using the Netwalker on your lap very easily.

I would argue that it is pocketable, but I understand that not everyone has cargo pants or jacket pockets to carry their devices around with them.

Anyway, is always nice to see another device of small proportions, especially if it brings a new, useful form factor to the table, so good luck to ya.