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The Pepper Pad 3 is an ultra-portable web computer that has simple functionality, with its main function being a web browser. It is built on the Linux platform with a lot of added functionality that puts it somewhere between the Nokia N810 and Asus Eee PC and uses the WiFi 802.11 b/g protocol for wireless connectivity. It has a built-in QWERTY keyboard and directional pad, although you can add an external keyboard and mouse via USB.
MSRP $650.00
Release date November, 2006
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Hanbit announced at CES 2008 they would be upgrading the Pepper Pad 3 under their Hanbit name with increased RAM, harddrive and optional add-ons like GPS scheduled to be released in July 2008. The hardware will remain the same.
Features
- Firefox-based web browser
- eBook reader
- AOL IM software
- Plays music and movies
- Video out
- Touch screen
- Photo library
- Internet radio
- 7 games included
- Email
- Remote control for your TV
- Built-in camera and mic
Specifications
- 7" LCD screen
- 800 x 480 resolution
- Built-in speakers
- Back-lit split QWERTY keyboard
- Directional pad
- CPU - AMD Geode LX800
- RAM - 256 MB SD RAM
- 20 GB hard drive
- 2 - 4 hours battery life
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Pepper Pad 3
• Pepper Pad 3 Handheld Web Computer (Black)
• Pad 3 PDA
UPC: 883284003505
EAN: 0883284003505
MPN: HPAB20256
Competitors
MSRP $399.00
Released November, 2007
Pros
- Very portable
- Fast boot time
- Great value for the money
Cons
- Screen resolution is too low for many websites
- Suspend mode consumes battery
- AC/DC adapter plug is odd-shaped and blocks two electrical outlets
Pepper Pad 3
0%
vs.
Asus Eee PC 701
100%
MSRP $550.00
Released March, 2007
Pros
- Beautiful, large, bright display (7" TFT, 800x480)
- Touchscreen interface
- Excellent media playback breadth
Cons
- Sluggish performance (1 sec. lag from action to response)
- Doesn't support Flash for web browsing
- Expensive ($550)
Pepper Pad 3
0%
vs.
Archos 704 WiFi
100%
MSRP $300.00
Released January, 2007
Pros
- Great community for applications which develops stuff at a very high speed, constantly getting better.
- You can use a phone as a modem with the N800 to connect to the Internet through a cellular network.
- two full size SD slots
Cons
- Doesn't work as a cell phone (though VoIP is supported)
- No build-in GPS
- Some software installs required a desktop computer with MS-Windows
Pepper Pad 3
33%
vs.
Nokia N800
67%
MSRP $230.00
Released August, 2007
Pros
- Supports many video formats including XviD and DivX
- WiFi enabled for streaming and web browsing
- Supports Adobe Flash for embedded video
Cons
- Have to pay $30 for Opera plugin to browse Web
- Requires plugins for MPEG-2 and H.264 support
- UI isn't as slick and organized as iPhone/iPod Touch
Pepper Pad 3
40%
vs.
Archos 605 WiFi
60%
MSRP $479.00
Released November, 2007
Pros
- Adds a full QWERTY sliding keyboard
- Tons of flexibility and potential due to hardcore hacking community
- Still one of the best screens (size/resolution) in the class
Cons
- Included storage is lacking (2GB compared to Touch's 16GB)
- Slow web page rendering
- Still/video camera is nearly useless
Pepper Pad 3
50%
vs.
Nokia N810
50%
MSRP $399.00
Released July, 2008
Pros
- ultra cheap
- 30gb HDD
- 4 hour battery life
- linux os
- can choose windows install for $30 more
Cons
- Does not exist, or at least the company website is offline, bankrupt ?
Pepper Pad 3
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Sylvania G
Reviews
January 29, 2008
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Pros
- Lots of added functionality
- Touchpad is nice option
Cons
- Expensive
- Split keyboard is annoying
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