HP Mini 210-1099SE Vivienne Tam Netbook In the Works
HP Viienne Tam netbooks have been around for a while now. HP netbooks are decent as they are. But they are not designed specifically for the fashion savvy. The good news is HP always thinks about that group as well. HP Mini 210-1099SE Vivienne Tam Netbook is another lightweight netbook that is designed for those who want to express themselves and have a device that stands out in the crowd. It does help that the device packs more power than other netbooks and runs Windows 7 premium (instead of Windows 7 starter).
Here is a summary of what’s included with this netbook:
- Processor: Intel Atom Processor N450 (1.66 GHz)
- Memory: 2 GB DDR2 System Memory
- Hard Drive: 250GB (7200RPM) Hard Drive
- Display: 10.1″ Diagonal WSVGA LED HP BrightView Infinity Widescreen Display (1024 x 600)
- Graphics: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 (shared) with up to 256MB Total Available Graphics Memory
- Operating System: Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
- Weight: 2.69 lbs.
ASUS Eee PC 1005PR – More of the same?
ASUS seems to be introducing netbook models faster than most of us can keep up. The company was the first out of the gate with N450 processors and is now continuing the trend by adding new technologies before than its competitors. ASUS Eee PC 1005PR which was introduced recently includes Broadcom BCM 70015 HD Decoder to help its owners get more out of their content on their laptop. The device is also capable of going dual boot easily, so you can always get rid of the included Windows 7 Starter.
Apple iPad vs. Microsoft Courier: Can Netbooks Survive?
Netbooks have been quite popular in the past couple of years, and they are only going to get better. But not everybody is going to play by the rules and compete with netbooks with netbooks. Companies such as Microsoft and Apple have been working on their very own tablet devices for months now. We first heard about the iPad a few months ago. Fast forward to March 2010, and the device is only a month a way. In fact, you can pre-order your iPad on March 12th. The ads for the iPad are already out, and the device is being touted as a netbook killer already.
The device is designed to be a tablet, a personal handheld device, and an e-book reader all fit into one device. And it costs you as much as some of the best netbooks on the market. While Apple iPad is a very exciting device, it’s not the only device that aims to challenge netbooks. Microsoft has been secretly working on its Courier device for months now. The device comes with dual 7 inch screens and is multi-touch capable.
Sony Playstation Netbook?
We all know that Sony hasn’t had the best of years if you compare what the company has done with its products against some of the things Apple, Google, and other gadget makers have achieved recently. The company is not dominating the netbook market and is not exactly shaking the gaming market with its PS3 products. It’s not tough to see why the company is struggling to keep up with Apple and other gadget makers. Sony used to be a market leader, but it has now become a market follower. How else can you explain the company’s decision to introduce a new set of handheld devices to compete with Apple products and other top smartphones?
According to multiple sources, Sony is going after Apple iPhone and iPad with new smartphones and a tablet of its own. As CNET reported, Sony was quick the deny the reports by issuing the following statement:
As already announced, Sony and Sony Ericsson have been strengthening their collaboration in the networked mobile space. However, it is not our strategy to discuss future products or business plans before we make a formal announcement. Any media report that suggests details of the product or business is based on speculation.
Sony M Netbooks To Debut
Sony netbooks are truly interesting cases. While netbooks are expected to be affordable, Sony still commands a premium for its VAIO netbooks. Of course, that’s only to be expected if you are a true die-hard VAIO fan. But for the rest of consumers, paying extra money as brand premium doesn’t make too much sense. That doesn’t mean Sony netbooks are not in demand. With company’s plan to introduce new netbook models in the future (Sony M), there will be even more options available for Sony fans.
Sony VAIO M netbooks which will make their debut shortly are cheaper than expected. So much so that it has shocked many Sony fans. Of course, when a company such as Sony drops its prices, people are going to question the quality of its products. If you keep your prices high, customers are going to complain, and if you introduce a cheaper product, there will still be those who will complain. In case of Sony VPC-M11M1E/B, you get Atom N450 1.66GHz processor along with 1GB of DDR2 memory, a 250GB 5,400rpm HDD and Intel GMA 3150 graphics. You also get bluetooth and WiFi N capability to go with it (complete specifications after the break). (more…)
5 Top CULV Laptops That Make Great Netbook Alternatives
Netbooks, smartbooks, and CULVs are names that we hear a lot about these days. All these devices try to provide power and portability to their owners on the go. Netbooks are essentially more portable than the other too while CULVs pack more power and are closer to laptops. What you choose really depends on what you want to do with your laptop. If you are looking for a small screen laptop that is super portable but may not be able to handle more complex software programs, netbooks are a good way to go (though current generation netbooks are getting better). CULVs can make great replacements if size is not a big issue for you. CULVs are slim and almost as portable as netbooks. They do however pack more punch and have larger screens.
If you have looked at the current netbooks on the market and have not found what you are looking for, here are 5 powerful CULV laptops that are great alternatives to netbooks:
ASUS UL30A-A2 Laptop: packs quite a punch. It comes with 4 GB RAM and a dual core CPU to give you power and performance on the road. It also offers up to 12 hours of battery life.
Toshiba Satellite T115D-S1125 LED CULV: if you are not into intel ULVs, this is the machine you should give a close look. It features 1.5GHz AMD Athlon NeoX2 L325 Processor and 2 GB Ram. It weighs only 3.5 lbs. (more…)
MSI Goes Large with MSI U230 Netbook
When people hear the word netbook, the immediately think of a tiny device that comes with a 9-10 inch screen. But not everybody is a fan of those smaller screens. After all, if you happen to be interested in multi-tasking your netbook and want to review multiple items on your netbook at the same time or read content on it, you may find those smaller screens to be a bit frustrating to work with. That’s why 12+ inch netbooks have some appeal among netbook fans.
MSI has had larger screen netbooks in the past. It’s stepping up once again to offer more options to netbook fans in this area. MSI U230 Netbook not only features a 12.1 inch screen, but it will also have an AMD flavor to it. The device comes with Athlon X2 L335 Processor and 2 GB RAM to enable its owners to take advantage of the home edition of Windows 7 to get more done on the road. Since the processor used in this device is dual-core, you can expect it to be more responsive when handling those complex applications. (more…)
Nvidia ION 2 Is Here
Netbook fans have heard a lot about the benefits of taking advantage of Nvidia ION to get more sophisticated tasks done on their netbooks and getting more battery life on the go. The new Nvidia ION chip makes it possible for next generation netbooks to handle more sophisticated graphics and achieve newer heights of energy efficiency. This technology works hand in hand with Intel processors to offer as much as 10 times faster graphics.
The new Nvidia ION makes it possible to switch between ION and GMA 3150, so you will have the option when you need it. It’s still not known what will be the exact benefit of using this technology in new netbooks. That can’t be known until next generation netbooks hit the market. Acer Aspire One 532G and ASUS Eee PC 1201PN address a lot of questions in that area (video after the break). (more…)
ATOM N470 Coming to HP Netbooks
For a long time, HP was a bit passive with its netbook strategy. But HP’s strategy seems to have changed dramatically. HP netbooks have been getting better and better as the company has improved their features and their energy efficiency. Now, HP’s new netbooks will get the faster N470 processor (1.83 Ghz) as well. Mini 5102 and Mini 2102 netbooks both pack more power than most netbooks on the market today and are designed to address the concerns of the skeptics. (more…)
5 Cool Accessories for Nokia Booklet 3G
Nokia Booklet 3G is one of the best netbooks available on the market. It’s actually quite unique as it comes with features, such as on-board GPS, that are not available in other netbooks. If you are lucky enough to get your hands on one of these models, you are going to quickly realize that this is not your everyday netbook. The device is stylish, powerful, and great on the go. Of course, just like any other netbook, you don’t want to abuse your booklet 3G and keep it unprotected on the go. You also want to pick up accessories that help you get more out of your netbook. That’s why these 5 cool booklet 3G accessories are worth a look:
invisibleSHIELD for the Nokia Booklet 3G: it’s a scratch proof, invisible protection for your Nokia booklet 3G that improves grip and doesn’t add any bulk to your netbook.
Air Cell Protective Case for the Nokia Booklet: if you are worried about dropping your booklet 3G or just don’t want to take the chance, this air cell case comes in handy. It’s bump proof and can save you potential headaches on the go. (more…)
