BTW do you still have any Zaurus, or any similiar device?
I still have a C1000 which I think still works. I haven't used it much since I broke down and got an Android smartphone. I should keep it working since its retro-computing value continues to increase.
Indeed. While in Japan used Zauruses are still sold at reasonable prices, here in the west they are more expensive. I have recently bought various Z's from Yahoo's Auction, and I have noticed that the prices there range from 700-1000 yen (roughly 5-7 euros, or 6-8 USD) for a 6000N (which are very common and often sold in batches), 2000-3500 yen (15-25 euros / 18-30 USD) for the 7x0 ones, up to 6500-8000 yen (50-60 euros / 60-70 USD) for the 3x00 serie, shipping and proxy service fee excluded. In the EU/US any model can be rarely found for less than 100 euros/120 USD. As the time passes, the prices will inevitably go up, which is anyway good news for anyone wanting to sell his Zaurus
The only problem with the Z is with the old batteries' capacity. One day I'll get in touch with Cameron Sino to ask them if it is possible to order freshly manufactured Zaurus batteries from them.
Varti
