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Linux Devices posted info on a new rugged CarPC by Aaeon.  The  Boxer AEC-6905 is a rugged, vehicle mounted computer running an Intel Celeron M processor.  They were able to make it fanless by the use of the huge orange colored heat-sink which doubles as the case.

Features and specifications listed by Aaeon for the AEC-6095 include:

• Processor — Intel Celeron M from 600MHz to 1.5GHz
• Memory — up to 1GB of DDR RAM in single SODIMM slot
• Display — integrated VGA output; supported resolutions not specified
• Networking — 10/100 Ethernet port
• Other I/O:
  • 4 x USB 2.0
  • 3 x RS232
  • 1 x RS232/422/485
  • 1 x PS/2
  • 1 x VGA
  • audio mic-in, line-in, and line-out via DIN connector
• Expansion:
  • PCI slot (size not stated)
  • PC/104-Plus interface, accepts two-board stack
  • CompactFlash slot
• Operating temperatures:
  • From -20 to 60 deg. C (with SSD)
  • From -20 to 55 deg. C (with HDD)
• Dimensions — 13.3 x 11.6 x 10.3 inches
• Weight — 12.3 pounds
• Power requirements — 9VDC to 30VDC; external AC adapter is optional

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Engadget is reporting Art Lebedev are working on the Optimus Mini 3.0 which may include a touchscreen and wireless bluetooth.

Anyone thinking what I’m thinking?  This would be sweet to stick on the dash of your car to use as an input device.  It may require AC power though.

CarPC’s have been a hot topic here lately.  Steve ‘Chippy’ Paine just put up a short video on his UMPC moblog site showing how you can have a 15 hr CarPC/desktop PC using the Everun, Car dock, Samsung Q1 USB keyboard, and a Tekkeon MP3400 external battery.  Well, I have 2/4 items..  Looks to be a nice solution if you want to mount the Everun on to the windshield or a flat surfaced dash.

Here’s my mounting solution for the Fujitsu U810 using a ProClip vehicle mount and a RAM Mount cradle. 

Chippy’s UMPC miniblog.: Portable 15-hour car/desktop PC