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Fujitsu LifeBook U820

Fujitsu LifeBook U820
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alaScore 79

24 reviews

Sep, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 24 reviews of Fujitsu LifeBook U820. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the design and durability. The usability and size also get good comments. There are mixed views on the image quality and screen, while the energy efficiency and keyboard get negative reviews.

portability, size, usability, durability, design

keyboard, energy

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Fujitsu LifeBook U820 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 79/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Fujitsu LifeBook U820

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of Fujitsu LifeBook U820 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Views about the portability and usability are on the whole positive. The durability and size also get good reviews, but there are some critical opinions about the keyboard.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Sep, 2024

Expert review by : John Brandon (digitaltrends.com)

Fujitsu LifeBook U820 Review

 

The U820 is a good mobile device for a very specific kind of user.

Mar, 2009
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Expert review by : Nate Ralph (pcworld.com)

Lifebook U820 Tablet PC

 

As computers shrink to the size of Pop-Tarts boxes, the Fujitsu Lifebook U820 promises to lead the charge--and still be functional. Unfortunately, it needs to have a better interface and to make smarter use of its meager resources. As it stands, the...

Incredibly small size GPS and WWAN capability

Form throttles function Underpowered components

The U820 also has a mobile broadband modem, which allows you to hop onto AT&T's EDGE service (with a subscription). And then there's the built-in GPS functionality, care of Garmin. While it won't replace your standard GPS unit, it works--most of the...

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Nate Ralph (pcworld.com)

Fujitsu LifeBook U820 Tablet PC Laptop Review

 

Incredibly small size ; GPS and WWAN capability

Form throttles function ; Underpowered components

A lack of power and size makes getting work done a big problem. Sometimes, size matters.

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Cisco Cheng (pcmag.com)

Fujitsu LifeBook U820

 

Fujitsu LifeBook U820 is a handheld PC that's expensive and already due for a makeover.

Integrated WWAN. Convertible tablet. CF sSlot. SD slot. Weighs 1.5 pounds.

Added row of keys cramps the keyboard. New resolution makes text even harder to read. 1GB of memory is the max. Vista runs too slow on this device. Spinning hard drive is slow. Extended battery makes it look awkward.

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Nov, 2008
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Fujitsu Lifebook U820

 

Also, like its predecessor, the U820 is a convertible tablet, functioning as both a clamshell laptop and a tablet PC. As a tablet, the screen rotates 180 degrees and is laid flat against the keyboard. The screen is also equipped with a touch panel, so...

Integrated WWAN. Convertible tablet. CF sSlot. SD slot. Weighs 1.5 pounds

Added row of keys cramps the keyboard. New resolution makes text even harder to read. 1GB of memory is the max. Vista runs too slow on this device. Spinning hard drive is slow. Extended battery makes it look awkward

The U820's improvements—new keyboard layout, GPS, and a higher screen resolution—aren't enough to kick-start the handheld PC category.

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Expert review by : NotebookReview Staff (NotebookReview.com)

Fujitsu LifeBook U820 Review

 

The Fujitsu LifeBook U820 is an ultra-mobile convertible notebook with a high resolution 5.6 display. Packing built-in GPS with Garmin navigation software, a passive touch screen, and a 4-cell battery claiming upwards of 7.5 hours of battery life this...

Dec, 2008
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Expert review by : Lisa Gade (mobiletechreview.com)

Fujitsu LifeBook U820

 

What's hot: One of the smallest Windows PCs on the planet.

Incredibly portable! Fantastic battery life

High resolution on a 5.6" display means text is too tiny, even if you have good eyes. Digitizer doesn't want to recalibrate to a lower display resolution. Expensive and adding desirable options like 3G and an SSD drive really drive the price up. Not...

Obviously, a 5.6" display miniature Windows PC is a niche item. If you need a Windows computer most everywhere you go, the Fujitsu U820's light weight and small size are easy on the back and it's so small it doesn't scream "steal me" like a full size...

Apr, 2002
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Expert review by : Nate Ralph (techadvisor.co.uk)

Fujitsu Lifebook U820 review

 

At 152.4x170x25mm, the Fujitsu Lifebook U820 isn't the smallest machine on the block, but it is a contender. The convertible tablet features a swiveling 5.6in touchscreen and weighs a paltry 0.59kg. Despite its size, it seems sturdy: although stress...

With a cramped screen and keyboard, mobile broadband, GPS, and unbearably tinny sound from a single underpowered speaker, on paper the Fujitsu Lifebook U820 is more of an oversize smartphone than an undersize computing device. While significant flaws...

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Techworld (techworld.com)

Fujitsu Lifebook U820 review

 

With a cramped screen and keyboard, mobile broadband, GPS, and unbearably tinny sound from a single underpowered speaker, on paper the Fujitsu Lifebook U820 is more of an oversize smartphone than an undersize computing device. While significant flaws...

Jun, 2009
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

A Little Bit Too Small

 

I may learn to use it better as time goes on; however, the limitation is clearly how I will get around the size. I use it in my surgical practice.

Very mobile. This computer works as advertised. Newegg.com is EXTREMELY QUICK and EFFICIENT. I have ordered at least 8-10 large (greater than $1000.00) orders from Newegg and EVERY time the same RELIABLE SERVICE! If you want anything they carry, get it...

Way too small for my 50+ year old eyes! I think the 8" might have been better

Jan, 2010
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