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Viliv S5

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User ratings:
39
4.1 out of 5
39 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
25 %
2 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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8 editorial reviews
We're unashamed of our Viliv S5 lusts here at SlashGear, and Pocketables' review of the 4.8-inch MID has done little to change our feelings.  Though…Read more
There must be something about guys with those j and k initials and the Viliv S5 UMPC. Both James Kendrick and jkkmobile seem smitten with the device. jkkmobile has just put up a video review of the device which covers a great bit of detail. And Mr. Kendrick continues to show off how he’s using […]Read more
In search of a handheld that bridges the gap between netbook and Apple iPhone? The Viliv S5 Premium strives mightily to straddle that divide.Read more
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Pros

  • stable and easy to use
  • stylish on it's own and looks great in the case
  • S5 feels really solid in the hands

Cons

  • the glossy screen is an annoyance
  • it too small for internet browsing and Safari is very unstable (
  • it fails to sniff any wifi signal

Key specs

  • 1 GB
  • LCD
  • 4.8 in
  • 1024, 600 px
  • yes

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Viliv S5 - Pros & Cons

Viliv S5

Pros

  • stable and easy to use
  • stylish on it's own and looks great in the case
  • S5 feels really solid in the hands
  • Fast
  • high quality web browsing
  • lock was extremely quick
  • Colors are good and the brightness too
  • High quality images and videos look fantastic
  • It holds well and adjusted in two directions
  • The battery life is incredibly impressive and the device truly is giving
  • S5 perfectly suits my needs

Cons

  • the glossy screen is an annoyance
  • it too small for internet browsing and Safari is very unstable (
  • it fails to sniff any wifi signal
  • learning curve is not too steep
  • poorer
  • it fails to recognize any wifi signal including my home network
  • Sound is louder than last Videos
  • missing have always been integrated 3G and an SSD option
  • swipe gestures and confusing design
  • with mediocre eyesight
  • The touch screen is pressure-based and not capacitive

Viliv S5 - Technical Overview

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IconCPU Frequency
1.33 GHz
Best:
Wacom Cintiq Companion
CPU Frequency: 3 GHz
IconScreen size
4.8 in
Best:
Planar Helium PCT2785
Screen size: 27 in

Viliv - Video Reviews (9)

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Viliv S5 - Full Specifications

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Display
Display technologyLCD
Screen size4.8 in
Resolution1024 x 600 px
Touchscreenyes
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Design
Colour of productBlack
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Storage
Maximum memory card size60.0 GB
Memory card supportedmicroSD
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Network
Wi-Fiyes
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Power
Battery life6.0 h
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Dimensions
Weight15.34 oz
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Technical details
RAM memory1 GB
CPU Frequency1.33 GHz
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Connectivity
USByes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version2.0 + EDR

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Viliv S5 Viliv - Editorial Reviews (8)

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Viliv S5 Viliv S5 MID reviewed: swift, sleek and definitely tempting
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SlashGear
Published: 24.04.2009
Viliv S5 MID reviewed: swift, sleek and definitely tempting

We're unashamed of our Viliv S5 lusts here at SlashGear, and Pocketables' review of the 4.8-inch MID has done little to change our feelings.  Though…

Viliv S5 jkkmobile Video Review of the Viliv S5
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Gotta Be Mobile
Published: 07.05.2009
jkkmobile Video Review of the Viliv S5

There must be something about guys with those j and k initials and the Viliv S5 UMPC. Both James Kendrick and jkkmobile seem smitten with the device. jkkmobile has just put up a video review of the device which covers a great bit of detail. And Mr. Kendrick continues to show off how he’s using […]

Viliv S5 Viliv S5 Premium
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PC World
Viliv S5 Premium
4.0

In search of a handheld that bridges the gap between netbook and Apple iPhone? The Viliv S5 Premium strives mightily to straddle that divide.

Viliv S5 Re: Viliv S5 for a 5D2 or 1Ds3 (or coming models): Canon EOS-1D / 5D / 6D Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review
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Re: Viliv S5 for a 5D2 or 1Ds3 (or coming models): Canon EOS-1D / 5D / 6D Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review

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Viliv S5 Yukyung Viliv S5
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CNET
Published: 15.06.2009
Yukyung Viliv S5

Yukyung Viliv S5

Viliv S5 Viliv S5 reviewed, is mostly smiles with good video playback
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Engadget
Published: 24.04.2009
Viliv S5 reviewed, is mostly smiles with good video playback

You've seen its introduction, its unboxing -- in two different languages, no less -- and maybe even fancied the pre-order page.

Viliv S5 Viliv S5 Lightning Review (Netbook, Meet MID)
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Gizmodo
Published: 24.04.2009
Viliv S5 Lightning Review (Netbook, Meet MID)

The gadget: Viliv S5, a computer that fits in your palm, packing all the Atom processor power of the latest netbooks along with GPS.

Viliv S5 Viliv S5 Premium Air 3G SSD MID gets video review
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SlashGear
Published: 07.05.2009
Viliv S5 Premium Air 3G SSD MID gets video review

Viliv's S5 Premium MID has already performed well in reviews, but the two things missing have always been integrated 3G and an SSD option.  Viliv…

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