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http://us.acer.com/ac/en/US/content/series/iconiaw3
www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoZDMX2Gx90‎
Overall it seems like a decent device. IT revives the UMPC/MID concept. Since it is a full x86 computer it can run desktop operating systems. The battery life seems to be around that of other small tablets. The device is pocketable if you have pants with large pockets (like I do). Also the price is around 300-400 dollars depending on where you buy it. I might buy one to install Linux on. The lack of a wacom pen or resistive touch screen makes it a tough buy for me.
Edit: Acer is making an improved version with a better screen and thinner design.

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"It revives the UMPC/MID concept"

Wtf... how so?
Its just a tablet with Microsoft's newest flavour.

These are what true UMPC/MID concepts:


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Originally Posted by Kangal View Post
"It revives the UMPC/MID concept"

Wtf... how so?
Its just a tablet with Microsoft's newest flavour.

These are what true UMPC/MID concepts:


Actually there were several 7 inch UMPC with no keyboards like the Viliv X70 or the Asus r2e. It would be nice to have to have keyboard but manufactures no longer want to include it.
Viliv x70

Asus R2e

Granted these devices are chunkier but offer the same basic form factor as the Iconia W3.

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