Pepper Pad 3 Handheld Web Computer (Black) From:Pepper , Hanbit America ,
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Batteries Included: 1
Binding: Electronics
Brand: Pepper
Color: Black
CPU Manufacturer: AMD
CPU Speed: 500 MHz
CPU Type: AMD Sempron
Display Size: 7 inches
EAN: 0883284003505
Hard Disk Size: 20 GB
Is Autographed: 0
Is Memorabilia: 0
Height: 590 hundredths-inches
Length: 1140 hundredths-inches
Weight: 465 hundredths-pounds
Width: 90 hundredths-inches
Label: Hanbit America
Manufacturer: Hanbit America
Model: HPAB20256
Modem Description: None
Packaged Height: 380 hundredths-inches
Packaged Length: 1690 hundredths-inches
Packaged Weight: 480 hundredths-pounds
Packaged Width: 1010 hundredths-inches
Processor Count: 1
Publisher: Hanbit America
Release Date: 2006-09-30
Studio: Hanbit America
System Memory Size: 256 MB
System Memory Type: DRAM
Variation Description: Black
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Feature:
- Surf, shop, do research, plan a vacation, check the weather and more
- Seven inch color display with touch screen for beautiful photos, videos and Web pages
- Bluetooth 2.0 device support for use with a full-size keyboard and/or mouse
- 20 GB disk drive, that's hundreds of photos and videos you can store
- Rechargeable lithium batteries plus smart power management
Product Description:
Pepper Pad 3 is an innovative handheld web computer that brings instant entertainment to your fingertips. Its lightweight and compact design offers function and portability virtually everywhere you go.The integrated software allows users to browse the Web, email and instant message, download and stream music, videos, movies and photos - right out of the box. Unlike other portable devices, Pepper's 7" screen allows you to view full-width Web pages and watch full-screen videos. You will also be surprised that you can download and read eBooks, play pre-loaded games, and control your entire home theater system with one simple remote control application.
Customer Reviews:
8 of 8 customers found the following review helpful:
 A $650 paperweight that runs on Linux, 2007-09-01
I had some high hopes for this product. To say that I'm disappointed is an understatement. My main goal was to have a quick booting web device that could allow me to read TV listings and possibly control my A/V equipment. I also wanted The ability to read PDFs and Word documents.
When I tried to load up a MS-Word document, I got an error message that there were no usable local apps installed and that I'd have to use an online reader if I want to read MS-Word files. The software that comes installed for light word processing only handles plain text and rich text files.
Which leads me to the WiFi. I was going through hell trying to get the PP3 to see my access point and even when it could see the AP, it had problems getting an IP address. Eventually I connected OK, but as soon as I put the PP3 into sleep mode and turn it on again, I ran into the same connection problem all over again. I notified Pepper of my troubles and even sent them my log files. Apparently there is a problem with the PepperLinux wireless driver. Pepper Support's "solution" to my issue is to wait for their next OS update. In the meantime if I want to connect reliably to my router is a gamble, sometimes I connect...most times I don't.
When my PepperPad does connect, it seems to load web pages at a decent speed. Most websites seem to load correctly. But the browser is a little slow with websites that use alot of java programming and XML.
The PepperPad also has a version of AOL & MSN instant messaging, so you can IM people from your couch or bathroom. For some reason the IM sound effects on my PP3 are not working, I've checked the settings and volume and have notified Pepper support of the issue. So far my requests for support have gone un-answered.
The Bluetooth feature is very, very limited. Only keyboards & mice are supported at this time. You cannot perform file transfers or connect to your PC or cell phone.
The PP3 probably should have left out the built-in camera, the resolution isn't too good and the lens is way too close to the user. The camera is also fixed and cannot be adjusted or focused. In order to get my face in the frame, I have to hold the PP3 completely at arms length. I'm guessing that they added the camera for future video conferencing use, as it stands now the camera would be very inconvenient to use.
The IR remote control app that is included does allow for IR learning and macros. But unfortunately the macros cannot be scheduled to run at specific times. Also this is not a very handy device to replace your remote control due to the slow wake from suspend times. Assuming that the PP3 is in suspend mode, the idea of waiting 10 seconds before you can use your remote is a tremendous pain. In addition the layout of the buttons on the PepperPad cannot be edited and personal A/V icons are non-existent.
The PepperPad is able to sync wirelessly to your PC and files can be transferred back and forth. But the sync feature is only capable of doing full directory cloning. There is no incremental or differential synching. If you're copying over files, the software will re-copy existing files over again. If you have lots of files then this will be a unnecessarily long process. And if you have existing files on the PepperPad which don't exist on the Desktop during a sync, your existing PepperPad files will be overwritten!
One of the few things that the PepperPad 3 can do well is to play video and music files. Most of the major codecs like WMV, DivX, MP3 and WAV are supported and the playback quality is good.
Overall the PepperPad 3 isn't nearly as nice as I thought it would be. The Pepper Company's lack of technical support only adds insult to injury. If I had a functional & dependable WiFi I could overlook the PepperPad's shortcomings. But WiFi is the heart of this device. Without it the PepperPad is just a nice looking paperweight. It looks like the company tried to do many things instead of concentrating on a few important features. The included software is badly written and the apps offer mediocre features and performance. Unless you are very into Linux I don't recommend this device. Without a knowledge of the Linux OS and commands you won't be able to install apps on your own or do power user configurations.
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