Asus A686 PocketPC with GPS

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Asus A686 is the twin brother of Asus A696. Both devices are Pocket PC phones with integrated GPS chips however the A686 does not come with Wi-Fi connectivity. In addition its sexy metallic body, the A686 has the following features:

  • Processor: Intel XScale at 312MHz
  • OS: Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 – Pocket PC
  • Display: 3.5″ TFT LCD, 65K colors, 16 bit QVGA (240 x 320 resolution)
  • Memory: 128MB flash ROM and 64MB of SDRAM
  • Expansion Slot: SD (SDIO/SD/MMC)
  • Audio: integrated mic and speaker, full duplex record and playback, 3.5 mm stereo earphone jack
  • Communication: GPS / Bluetooth 2.0 / SIR (115.2kbps) / USB 1.1
  • Battery: 1200mAh Lithuim-Ion, removable, rechargeable
  • Size: 117 x 71 x 16 mm
  • Weight: 165 grams

Asus MyPal A686 is expected to be available in the U.S. as soon the first quarter of 2007 and is expected to cost about $400.

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3 Responses to “Asus A686 PocketPC with GPS”

  1. Anthony Rice Says:

    does the A686 have a camera on it
    does the unit have writeing on screen with styles
    does it come with a key board for txting?
    what kind of acc can you get with the unit (desk stand , hands freecar kit , will it support tv and othr new types of media?
    Thank you


  2. Jenny Says:

    Great article. I found some more information here


  3. Jenny Says:

    I found more here if anyone’s interested


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