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Review summary: - Nokia's N800 Internet Tablet is the second generation of its internet tablet first launched 2 years ago.

Pros: Large screen, improved design, digital camera, Skype and Google talk ready, Wi-Fi

Cons: Need a phone or Wi-Fi connection to connect to the internet, can't sync with your PC, uses Linux rather than Windows Mobile or Symbian OS

Verdict: Is it an improvement on the N770? Definitely

Pros: Very portable ; versatile

Cons: Too small for comfortable heavy-duty use (unless using a Bluetooth keyboard) ; software flaky in parts ; costly at Euro pricing

Verdict: Open-source web tablet, video-phone and media player has potential - shame about the Vista-style mark-up

Review summary: Open-source web tablet, video-phone and media player has potential - shame about the Vista-style mark-up

Verdict: : A lot of potential though too small for comfortable web browsing. As it stands, a machine for enthusiasts and specialist business uses, but could get a lot more interesting if it builds up an applications base. Buy in the US if you can.

Review summary: Nokia takes a second shot at building an Internet Tablet you'll actually want to use. Ars takes the new and improved N800 out for a spin, checking out the hardware and software, including the browser, its secret FM radio, and VNC (among other things). ...

Review summary: Is Nokia's touch-sensitive tablet hard to swallow?

Pros: Easy Wi-Fi surfing; Huge touchscreen

Cons: Basic, buggy applications; Short in-use battery life; Expensive

Verdict: Neat concept but you'd be better off spending the cash on a decent smartphone.