TC-1000

HP/Compaq TC-1000 based wearable

Pros

• The TC-1000 includes many of the options I would like any wearable solution to have (compare to Core-Requirements):

• Dual boots Linux and WinXP Professional
• Supports dual monitors, I can use the table to show one thing while viewing another on my HMD.
• Packaged in a nice clean form factor that is presentable to costomers - a professional look while avoiding the uber geek appearance.
• Priced comparable or cheaper to outfitting an embedded or custom solution matching Core-Requirements.
• Small enough form factor to fit into my Scott eVest
• Easy to convert to flat-screen mode using docking station and allow multi-bay assessories (CDROM, DVD, or DVD/CDRW).
• Major ports are located at the "top" edge of the TC-1000 when inserted into the Scott eVest.
• Very cool looking - the appearance screams geek as much an engineer's titinium framed glasses or jewelry would.
• External power is provided via an AC-DC adaptor, allowing external batteries to be used.

Cons

• Audio in/out and mono ear/mic ports are the "bottom" end of the tablet when inserted into the Scott eVest. May have to look into reverse engineering the docking connector to allow costom port replicator.
• There is a door covering the the major ports which flips out. The door would have to be removed for wearable use and would detract from it's clean appearance.
• To allow others view tablet it would have to be removed from the Scott eVest and would conflict with cabling.
• Cost - at ~$2800 configured it's a big bite all at once.
• Form-factor - idealy a wearable is small and unobtrusive. Although VIA are the only folks who have gotten anywhere close to the ideal.

Accessories

• CF style GPS receiver (Holux GM-270 Ultra?)
• Twiddler2 USB
• Hacked CyVisor monocle

Misc

• TC-1000 at LSU
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