MSI has once again expanded its Wind series of netbooks by announcing the U160. Aimed at fashion conscious consumers, this slim and lightweight netbook offers a 10.1-inch LED backlit display, an Intel Atom N450 1.6GHz processor, an Intel GMA 3150 graphics card, a 2GB RAM, a 160GB hard drive, a 1.3MP webcam, a 2-in-1 card reader, 3x USB ports, WiFi, Bluetooth and Windows 7 Starter OS.
Frontier Japan has recently unveiled the UX Pinetrail netbook which features a 10.1-inch (1024 x 600) display with a 2GB RAM, an Intel Atom N450 processor and Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium OS. Weighing at 1.4 Kg, the netbook also supports 802.11b/g/n WiFi and WiMAX. The 32GB SSD model with WiMAX retails for 69,800 Yen ($780).
Here’s the latest product from Shanzai, the Core Grid Vigood U220 Netbook. Featuring a solid metal chassis, this mini laptop offers a 10.2-inch WXVGA LED-backlit LCD display, a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 processor, an Intel 945GSE chipset, a 1GB RAM, a 250GB hard drive, a 1.3MP webcam, WiFi, Ethernet, 3 USB ports and a memory card reader. The Core Grid Vigood U220 sells for the equivalent of about $350.
Here’s a look at ASUS’ upcoming Eee PC 1005PE-H netbook, which is actually an updated version of ASUS Eee PC 1005PE. Powered by an Intel Atom N450 1.66GHz processor, this mini laptop is equipped with a 10.1-inch 1024 x 600 LCD display, a 2GB RAM, a 320GB hard drive, an SD card reader, WiFi, Bluetooth, 3x USB ports, Ethernet, a 6-cell battery and runs on Windows 7 Home Premium OS. The ASUS Eee PC 1005PE-H will start shipping from February 17th for 349 Euro (about $476).
First introduced back in December last year, the Fujitsu LifeBook MH380 is finally available for purchase in the US via Fujitsu’s online store. Priced at just $449, this mini laptop offers you the following specifications: a 10-inch 1366 x 768 LED-backlit display, an Intel Atom N450 1.66GHz processor, a 1GB RAM, a 250GB HDD, a 1.3MP webcam, WiFi, Bluetooth, a 6-cell battery and Windows 7 Starter OS.
The Almighty FCC has finally confirmed the LG X300 netbook that was spotted at CES last month. It means that this netbook will be available in the US market very soon. Powered by an Intel Atom N450 processor, the netbook comes equiped with a 10.1-inch (1366 x 768) display, a 2GB of RAM, a 250GB hard drive, a 4-cell battery, and a built-in HSPA 3G.
HP has finally released the HP Mini 2102, which is basically the same laptop as the HP Mini 210. The difference is that the HP Mini 210 is sold and marketed by HP’s consumer division, meanwhile the HP business division handles the new HP Mini 2102. Priced at $447 upwards, the HP Mini 2102 is powered by a 1.66GHz Intel Atom N450 processor with an Intel GMA 3150 graphics, a 10.1-inch (1024 x 600) LCD display, a 1GB to 2GB of RAM, up to 320GB (7200RPM) hard disk drive, WiFi a/b/g/n, and an optional Bluetooth.
MSI has recently announced the worldwide availability of the MSI Wind U135. Priced at $309.99 upwards, the netbook adopts a 1.66Ghz Intel Atom N450 processor with a 10-inch 1024 x 600 display, an Intel GMA3150 graphics, up to 250GB of hard disk drive, WiFi, and a 3 or 6 Cell battery. The MSI Wind U135 also features a utility that allows you to choose between several modes including Gaming, Movie, Presentation, Document and Turbo Battery.
Here’s a look at Panasonic’s upcoming R9 netbook. Part of the Let’s Note series, this mini laptop sports a 10.4-inch 1024 x 768 TFT display, a choice of either a 1.6GHz or 1.2GHz Intel Core i7-620UM CPU, up to 4GB DDR3 RAM, up to 500GB HDD or 128GB SSD, a card reader (SD/SDHC), WiFi, Bluetooth, two USB ports, a 7.5-hour battery and runs on Windows 7 Professional OS.
The Samsung NB30 semi-rugged netbook is now available in the US market. This 10.1-inch netbook comes jam packed with a spill-resistant keyboard and a fingerprint-resistant lid that protects it from minor scratches. The netbook also features a hard drive protection system, that shuts down the hard disk in the event of a fall to help prevent data loss. The Samsung NB30 provides a 1024×600 pixel display with a 1.66GHz Intel Atom N450 processor, a 1GB of RAM, an integrated GMA 3150 graphics, a 160GB hard drive, 802.11b/g/n WiFi and Microsoft Windows 7 Starter Edition. Its 6 Cell 4400mAh Lithium Ion battery will last for up to 6.5 hours. The Samsung NB30 semi-rugged netbook retails for $369.99 plus $4.99 for shipping.
ASUS has signed an agreement with Boingo Wireless to bundle the WiFi hotspot operator’s software with new ASUS Eee PC netbooks. If you buy an ASUS Eee PC 1005PE, 1008P, or 1201N, it will come preloaded with Boingo software for connecting to the 125,000 WiFi hotspots around the world. ASUS customers will be offered 50% discounts on Boingo’s most popular Wi-Fi access services. Customers receive 50% off the first three months of Boingo Unlimited or 50% off the first month of Boingo Global accounts. After the promotion period, the accounts will revert to standard charges. A Boingo Unlimited subscription is $9.95 per month for access in the Americas, while a Boingo Global plan costs $59 per month for worldwide Wi-Fi access.
The FIC SVE00 netbook is powered by a 1.66GHz Intel Atom N450 CPU with a 10.1-inch (1024 x 600 pixel) LCD display, a 1GB of RAM, and 802.11b/g/n WiFi. Measuring 11.2-inch x 8.5-inch x 1-inch and weighing 2.6 pounds, the FIC SVE00 can accommodate a 2.5-inch hard disk drive (up to 500GB) or SSDs (up to 32GB). The laptop is available with Windows 7 or Linux OS.
MSI has introduced a new U135 netbook that is powered by Linux SUSE Moblin 2.1 OS. The netbook is powered by an Intel Atom N450 CPU, allowing it to boot up in 30 seconds. The new MSI U135 also boasts a 1GB of RAM and a 250GB of hard disk drive. FYI, the Linux SUSE Moblin 2.1 OS features a widget-based user interface designed for small-screen devices.
HP is ready to launch a new business class netbook in the form of the HP Mini 5102. The netbook is powered by either a 1.66GHz Intel Atom N450 processor or a 1.83GHz Intel Atom N470 processor, a 10.1-inch touchscreen display with multitouch, a 1GB of RAM, an Intel GMA 3150 graphics chip, and a 160GB hard drive with the option to upgrade to either a 250GB or 320GB hard drive. Other specs include an optional GPS, 802.11n WiFi, Windows 7 Starter Edition and a 6-cell battery, which provides up to ten hours of operation time. Available in red, black and blue, the HP Mini 5102 retails for $399 upwards, depending on the specs.
Dell has released an updated version of its Inspiron Mini 10 netbook series that comes with Intel Atom Pine Trail processor. You could get one via LogicBuy for a retail price of $299 shipped. So here’s what you get, a 10.1-inch 1024 x 600 widescreen display, a 1.66GHz Intel Atom Pine Trail N450 processor, an Intel GMA 3150 graphics card, a 1GB RAM, a 160GB hard drive, a 1.3MP webcam, a 3-in-1 card reader, WiFi and Windows XP Home SP3 OS.
The Skylight is Lenovo’s first smartbook and the industry’s first ARM-based, Qualcomm smartbook. The gadget is powered by a 1GHz processor with a 10.1-inch display (1,280 x 720), a customized version of Linux, a 20GB of flash storage, a 2GB of cloud storage, an 8GB miniSD card, twin USB ports, a 1.3 megapixel camera, WiFi and a battery that provides up to ten hours of operation time on a full charge. Its integrated AT&T WWAN module allows you to get connected wherever a tower is available. The Lenovo Skylight will be available in April 2010 for $499 (MSRP).
This mini laptop offers a 10-inch diagonal TruBrite LED backlit display, an Intel Atom N450 processor, a 1GB RAM, up to 250GB HDD, a built-in webcam, a memory card reader, WiFi, Bluetooth, a 6-cell battery and runs on Windows 7 Starter OS. The Toshiba mini NB305 will go on sale starting on January 12th for prices ranging from $349.99 to $399.99.
The Viliv N5 is an ultra-portable netbook that comes jam packed with a 1.3GHz Intel Atom Z520 processor with a 32GB of SSD, a GPS navigation support, and a 4.8-inch WSVGA touchscreen display. Weighing at only 399 grams, the netbook also supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, a 1.3-megapixel webcam, a microSD memory card slot, a headphone jack, a microphone, a QWERTY keyboard, and Windows 7 Home Premium.
The 10-inch netbook comes jam packed with a 1.66GHz Intel Atom Pine Trail N450 processor, a 1024 x 600 pixel display, a 2GB of RAM, a 320GB hard drive, 802.11b/g/ WiFi, and Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium. The Frontier UX also has a 6-cell battery that provides enough juice for up to 6.4 hours of operation time. Additional specs include a card reader, a microphone, and Ethernet. Measuring 10.4-inch x 7.6-inch x 1.5-inch and weighing about 2.9 pounds, the Frontier UX retails for 59800 Yen or around $644.
Averatec has unveiled their latest netbook in the form of the HS-105 Christmas edition. The 10.1-inch netbook is powered by a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270, a 2GB of RAM, an Intel 945GSE, a 1024 x 600 resolution LCD screen with LED Backlight, a 160GB or 250GB of HDD, WiFi, and a 1.3MP webcam.
