Dell Inspiron Mini 10 debuts with Atom N450

DELL MAKES INSPIRON MINI 10 EVEN BETTER WITH NEW DESIGN AND LONG BATTERY LIFE

* Entertainment Netbook Offers Go-Anywhere Fun for Everyone
* Great Battery Life Keeps People Online for Hours
* Optional High Definition Display, Surround Sound Enrich Media Experience


ROUND ROCK, Texas, Dec. 21, 2009 - Dell's hot-selling Inspiron Mini 10 netbook is getting better with a fresh new look and longer battery life to go along with technology enhancements and easy connectivity capabilities that make it a fashionable and functional must-have for on-the-go people. Updates to the Mini 10 include optional high definition entertainment bundles that deliver rich, smooth playback of streaming HD video in addition to Web surfing, email, listening to music and sharing user-generated content in real time. Dell expects the redesigned Inspiron Mini 10 to be available the first part of January 2010.

The new design with 10.1-inch display includes a textured, smudge-resistant palm rest, sculpted keys and, for the Inspiron Mini 10 mobility bundle, extended-life battery offering up to 9.5 hours of operation. The Mini 10 can be personalized with a broad range of optional colors or hundreds of optional custom artwork designs available in the Dell Design Studio.

The Inspiron Mini 10 will be offered in the coming weeks in a selection of bundles with distinct features like an HD display, Broadcom Crystal HD media accelerator, surround sound capability, built in HDTV tuner for over-the-air local HD broadcasts, or built-in Wi-Fi location enabled GPS that provides people with real time information to nearby restaurants, landmarks, maps and entertainment.

Built-in wireless connectivity Connectivity: Where wireless access is available. Additional access charges apply in some locations. provides easy, quick access to the Internet and e-mail. Some models feature Bluetooth and Mobile Broadband communications Mobile Broadband: Subject to wireless provider's broadband subscription and coverage area; additional charges apply., too.

Highlights:

* New Intel Atom N450 processor at 1.66 GHz
* 10.1-inch display with standard (1024x600) or High Definition (1366x768) display available in coming weeks
* Built-in speakers with available SRS Surround sound
* HDTV tuner and location-aware GPS configurations available in coming weeks
* Bundles with Broadcom Crystal HD for smooth HD playback coming in Q1
* Built-in 802.11 b/g wireless with available Bluetooth and Mobile Broadband
* 1GB Memory: Significant system memory may be used to support graphics, depending on system memory size and other factors. DDR2 memory at 800MHz
* 160GB Hard Drive: GB means 1 billion bytes and TB equals 1 trillion bytes; actual capacity varies with preloaded material and operating environment and will be less. or 250GB hard disk drive storage
* Choice of 3 or 6-cell integrated battery with up to 9.5 hours of battery life (Inspiron Mini 10 mobility bundle only).
* Choice of Windows 7 Starter or Windows XP Home, Ubuntu operating system option available in the coming weeks
* Lightweight: Starting at about 2.75 – 3.1 pounds Starting at Weight: Weights vary depending on configuration and manufacturing variability. with a 3-cell battery Battery Life: Based on preliminary lab testing. Varies by configuration, operating conditions and other factors. Maximum battery capacity decreases with time and use. Battery life of 9 hours and 34 minutes for the Mini 10 Mobility bundle is achieved using Mobilemark2007 battery life testing benchmark with a system configuration that includes 60WHr 6 cell battery, Windows 7 Starter Operating system and 250GB Hard Drive.

The Dell Inspiron Mini 10 is expected to be available in early January from Dell and select configurations will be available in retail outlets worldwide in the coming weeks. Prices start at $299.

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"The Inspiron Mini 10 continues to offer some of the best mobile entertainment options available in a great-looking, compact and lightweight design," said Brian Pitstick, general manager of Dell's mobile products. "With an even better look and great battery life, we think Mini 10 is the perfect companion PC for anyone who wants to be entertained and connected wherever they go."

Kohjinsha's dual-display netbook in action!

Prime Note Cresion NA netbook to feature a BD drive

The DosPora Prime Note Cresion NA is a 12.1-inch netbook with a 1366x768 resolution, and a Blu-Ray Drive (Read only). It is powered by an Atom 330 and uses the Nvidia ION Platform, as well as, 2GB of RAM, 320GB of HDD (5400rpm), HDMI out, WiFI BGN, Bluetooth V2.1 +EDR and has a weight of 1.92kg.

This Prime Note Cresion NA will be sold soon in Japan (only) at around 70,000 Yen (524 Euro / $US 725).

Kohjinsha EX Series launches in Japan

This unique netbook is powered by an Atom N270, with 1Gb of RAM (up to 2GB), a 945GSE Express video card, 160GB of HDD, a nice 11.6” LED backlight touch panel with a 1366x768 resolution. Other specs includes a DVD Super Multi burner, MicroSD Card reader and a WebCam. I couldn't find a price on this, but it is only available in Japan.

Samsung N510 ion netbook ships next month for $599

Samsung's N510 is an 11.6-inch (1366 x 768) netbook built with a 9400M graphics card, HDMI out and 1GB of RAM.

Levi Jeans and LG create a netbook together!?

The new X120 Mini netbook from LG features an Atom CPU, 1GB of RAM, 160GB of HDD and a 10.1-inch WSVGA LED Backlight LCD. This new X120 lid is branded by Levi’s Jeans design and features a dedicated Levi’s pouch.

No word on a price or releases date. I'm pretty sure this netbook will only appear over seas, too.

Video of Sony's 1st netboook, the Vaio W

Fujitsu Loox M Netbook out now in Japan

The Fujitsu Loox M netbook is available in solid white, solid black, red and black, and blue and white. The Loox M will come equipped with an Atom N270 or N280 CPU, with a 10.1” LED Backlight LCD, 1GB of RAM, an Intel 945GSE Express chipset, 160GB of HDD, a 1.3Mpix webcamera, WiFi, and Bluetooth. You can pick up the Fujutsu Loox M in Japan for 59,800 Yen / 448 Euro / US$625.

DosPara's first Ion-based netbook

The Prime Note Cresion NA is DosPara's newest netbook; however, it is their first and a Japanese first Ion based netbook. Featuring an NVIDIA ION chipset, an atom A330, 2GB of RAM, 320GB of HDD, a 12.1” LCD (1366 x 768), a DVD super Multi, Wifi BGN, 3 USB 2.0 port, HDMI out, D-SUB and a total weight of 1.92kg.

Price: 59,980 Yen / US$622 / 449 Euro
Region: Japan
Availability: Out now!

The Sharp Muramasa MM50F gets revived

The Muramasa MM50F came out in 2003 and was an ultra slim desktop that could be plugged into a cradle like a PDA to access its internal data and charge the battery. Now, Gigabyte has the M1022M Netbook, which is very similar to the original.

The M1022M is powered by an Atom N280, with 1GB of RAM, 160GB of HDD, WiFi N… and will be released in Japan at the end of the month. No word on the price yet.

Toshiba adds 10hr battery to its UX netbook

The Toshiba Dynabook UX netbook will now have the option of adding a battery that should last up to 10 hours! Also, the UX will feature an N280 Atom CPU, 10.1” LED backlight LCD, 1GB of RAM, 160GB of HDD and more. The battery will add some slight bulk to the netbook though. See for yourself, after the jump.

7-inch netbook with no keyboard

The Viliv X70 netbook features a 7-inch WSVGA screen with an Atom 1.2/1.3GHz processor, 16/32GB SSD, optional HSPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Sirf Star3 GPS, 5-second XP booting and 5.5 rated hours of video playback. The X70 is less than 1-inch thick and weighs 1.4lbs. Available for pre-order at Dynamism, the X70 will cost $599.

1st Japanese WiMax netbook

Developed by Onkyo, the 10.1-inch Sotec C204A5, will feature both WiFi and WiMax. This slim netbook will be powered by an ATOM N270 CPU, an Intel 945GSE Express Card, 1GB of RAM and 32GB of SSD.

Price: Unknown
Region: Japan
Availability: July

Stainless Steel X10K netbook by Legenda

The Legenda stainless steel X10K netbook series is an 11.1-inch CULV-based M11A laptop. Specs are few: extendable TV / 3G antenna depending on the model. No word on pricing or availability, yet. Hit the jump for two videos shot at Computex!

Mobinnova elan netbook is looking good!

Mobinnova announced today at Computex, the elan netbook. This 8.9-inch, sub-two-pound fanless netbook is only .8-inches thick and touts 5-10 hours of continuous HD video playback on a single charge (dependent on screen usage) or up to 24 days of continuous audio playback on a single charge (if screen not in use while listening to audio).

Currently, there is not a lot more information on this netbook. But, it is looking very promising. I hope we get to see it in the states.

A NEW ERA IN MOBILE COMPUTING

MOBINNOVA UNVEILS THE "élan" WITH HOURS OF HD MULTIMEDIA AND INTERNET POWER "ON THE GO"-COMPUTEX

The Book-Size élan Powers Up Easily, Provides 5-10 Hours Continuous HD Video Playback, 24 Days Audio Playback, Internet Browsing And Graphics Never Seen On A Mobile Computing Device

June 2009, Taipei, Taiwan-A mobile computing revolution arrives June 2, at the Computex 2009 show in Taipei, where content providers, carriers and consumers get their first look at what may be a whole new category of high performance communication devices. The élan is first in Mobinnova's line of ultra-portable computing devices powered by the NVIDIA® Tegra™ Computer-on-a-Chip. The 2 lb. élan is like a netbook in that it's small, has a keyboard, and offers easy access to the Internet. However that's where the similarities end. The élan powers up instantly, connects directly to a 3G wireless network, offers hours of continuous use, full page web browsing, and delivers graphics performance never seen before on a mobile computing device–all packaged in Mobinnova's stylishly thin design. "This truly portable device is a pleasure to hold and to use. It offers 720p high-definition video playback, full Internet browsing and an impressive battery life," says KC Kuo, Chairman and CEO of Mobinnova. "We like to say it ‘runs on fun'. It's a real game changer."

The size of a hardback book and weighing less than 2 lbs., the Mobinnova élan is compact, quiet and cool. "It's the most powerful mobile Internet device you can easily pack in your purse, backpack or briefcase. You can use the élan for hours, even days between charges," says Mike Holland, Vice President of Business Development for Mobinnova. You can also use it anywhere–on a plane to Nepal, at a café in Paris, on the sidelines of a soccer game, in a college dorm room, or sitting in bed. "The élan's advanced power management means hours of viewing pictures, HD videos, Internet browsing, and reading and responding to email," says Holland. The Mobinnova élan offers:

* 5-10 hours of continuous HD video playback on a single charge (dependent on screen usage).
* Up to 24 days of continuous audio playback on a single charge (if screen not in use while listening to audio).
* 8.9 inch screen size provides a rich viewing experience and full page web browsing.
* Ultra-light, compact design at 1.84 lbs (836g), 9.1 inches (232mm) x 7.3 inches (186 mm) x .8 inches (20.5 mm).
* NVIDIA Tegra-based platform that supports accelerated Adobe® Flash® animations and 720p high-definition video playback.
* Both Wi-Fi and 3G wireless connectivity, enabling you to check your email, social networking accounts, and do internet searches wherever you are.
* An innovative 3D graphical user interface.
* QWERTY keyboard and touchpad.
* Ability to view Microsoft® Office® and Adobe® documents.
* A webcam for sharing video.
* Fast, high resolution photo rendering, upload, and download.
* Fanless operation for a quite, cool experience.
* Advanced power management, allowing the élan to draw as little as 50mW during typical operation and 150mW during video playback, a fraction of most devices on the market today.

Mobinnova's élan is the first in a family of mobile devices based on the Tegra platform from NVIDIA, the inventor of the GPU. Also being shown at Computex is the Mobinnova T8, which combines the same powerful platform with a 10.1″ touch screen, GPS, and HDMI and VGA video output. "Mobinnova has designed several interesting Tegra-based, mobile Internet devices that will surprise the market with their sleek, lightweight design and long battery life," said Mike Rayfield, General Manager Tegra Business at NVIDIA. "Tegra adds the secret sauce to deliver a desktop-like Internet experience and cell phone-like battery life in these new designs." "The Mobinnova élan and T8 answer the portable communications challenge," says Mobinnova's Chairman and CEO, KC Kuo. "We are honored to partner with NVIDIA to create products that make people's lives easier, more productive, and more enjoyable."

Envy the new Toshiba mini NB205 series netbooks!

From a nice metallic finish (mini NB205-N310) Sable Brown, Frost White, Indigo Blue and Posh Pink to a Fusion Finish mini (NB205-N210) with a Black Onyx cover and a sleek, flat keyboard with Black Matte finish, the NB205 series will look magnificent with its very nice specs.

Features of the mini NB205 series include a 10.1-inch backlit LED display (WSVGA), an Intel Atom N280 processor (1.66GHz), up to 2GB of DDRII RAM and a 160GB HDD.

The Toshiba mini NB205-N310 ($399.00 MSRP6) and mini NB205-N210 ($349.00 MSRP6) will both be available in late June at major retailers

Toshiba Announces US Availability of the Toshiba mini NB205: A Mini Notebook to Envy



Sleek and Stylish Mini Notebook Perfectly Designed for Comfort with Extra-long Battery Life, Full-Size Keyboard and Touchpad, Choice of Colors and More



IRVINE, Calif. – June 2, 2009 – Toshiba’s Digital Products Division (DPD), a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today announced the Toshiba mini NB205, a compact, lightweight companion PC that makes it easy to stay connected, productive and informed while on the go. With a design hallmarked by a comfort-driven, full-sized keyboard and large touchpad, nine hours of battery life[1] and a highly-stylized Texture Finish offered in a choice of colors, the mini NB205 marks the company’s first entry into the U.S. mini notebook market.



Ideal for digitally-active consumers who need a compact companion PC that’s easy to carry, the Toshiba mini NB205 series incorporates key usability, durability and style features that have yet to be seen in other mini notebooks at a competitive price point.



“We’re raising the bar in the mini notebook category with a premium brand that truly delivers on the portability promise these companion PCs were originally designed for,” said Jeff Barney, vice president and general manager of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Digital Products Division. “The addition of the mini NB205 expands our product line to meet the ever-increasing demands of consumers and exemplifies Toshiba’s reputation for quality that they expect and reflects the company’s long history of building mobility platforms.”



“U.S. consumers are rapidly realizing the benefits of mini notebooks. They are figuring out that this evolving category of PCs fits well into their lives, their budgets and their backpacks –the record growth in retail volume is a testament to that,” said Bob O’Donnell, vice president of Clients and Displays research at IDC.



Comfort without Compromise

The super-compact mini NB205 features a bright and vivid 10.1-inch diagonal widescreen LED backlit display, a full-size QWERTY raised-tile keyboard and a generous laptop-sized touchpad, making typing and navigating the Web easy and comfortable. The mini notebook also runs Windows® XP, a familiar operating system with broad application compatibility.



Common-sense Portability

The mini NB205 is packed with common-sense usability features that address real-world consumer portability demands. It comes equipped with a Hard Drive Impact Sensor that guards data from the daily bumps of mobile life and a USB port with Sleep-and-Charge that enables users to charge various consumer electronics devices even when the unit is turned off.



The mini NB205 delivers peace of mind around the world – it is one of the few mini notebooks available that comes standard with a one-year international limited warranty, giving Toshiba customers access to over 271 service providers worldwide.



A Stylish and Eco-chic Companion

There are two available configurations of the Toshiba mini NB205 series.



The mini NB205-N310 features a unique and stylish textured finish, an accenting chrome hinge and will be available in four metallic color finishes – Sable Brown, Frost White, Indigo Blue and Posh Pink - to fit the most discerning consumer’s style and fashion needs.



The mini NB205-N210 features a Fusion Finish in Black Onyx cover and a sleek, flat keyboard with Black Matte finish.



In addition, continuing Toshiba’s commitment to help consumers and businesses reduce their carbon footprint, the mini NB205 is power efficient and meets the rigorous requirements of the upcoming EnergyStar® 5.0 standard, is RoHS compatible and achieved industry-leading Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) Gold status.



Features available on the Toshiba mini NB205 include:

· 10.1-inch diagonal widescreen TruBrite™ backlit LED display (WSVGA)

· Windows® XP Home operating system

· Intel Atom N280 processor[2] (1.66GHz)

· 1GB DDR2 800MHz RAM[3], upgradeable to 2GB

· Spacious storage with a 160GB HDD[4]

· 802.11b/g wireless[5] and 10/100 Ethernet

· Bluetooth V2.1 + EDR (only available in mini NB205-N310)

· TOSHIBA Hard Drive Impact Sensor

· Lightweight and very portable at only 2.9 lbs.

· Long-life 6-cell battery delivering up to 9 hours of productivityError! Bookmark not defined.

· One USB port with Sleep-and-Charge and two USB 2.0 ports

· Built-in Webcam, speaker and microphone

· Toshiba PC Health Monitor

· RGB port for connecting to external displays

· Memory Card Reader Slot

· Security Lock Slot

· One-year international limited warranty and award-winning Toshiba service and support



Accessories Available

The company will offer several Toshiba-branded accessories for the mini NB205 series, including a Portable DVD SuperMulti Drive, available today at an MSRP[6] of $99.99, a USB Mini Retractable Mouse available later this month at an MSRP6 of $14.99 as well as 12-inch Envoy Fabric or Leather Carrying Cases available today. A 10-inch Dual Function Hardside Case and a 10.1-inch Neoprene Sleeve will also be available this month direct from Toshiba on toshibadirect.com.


Pricing and Availability

The Toshiba mini NB205-N310 ($399.00 MSRP6) and mini NB205-N210 ($349.00 MSRP6) will both be available in late June at major retailers, e-tailers and direct from Toshiba on toshibadirect.com. Additionally, the mini NB205-N210 can be purchased through select Toshiba Preferred Partner Program resellers.



More information about the Toshiba mini NB205 can be found at laptops.toshiba.com/nb200.



About Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. (TAIS)
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide mobile products and solutions, including industry leading portable computers; projectors; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications.



TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. Toshiba Corporation is a world leader and innovator in high technology, a diversified manufacturer and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products. These products span from information & communications systems; digital consumer products; electronic devices and components; as well as power systems including nuclear energy; industrial and social infrastructure systems; and home appliances. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 730 companies, with 199,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing US$67 billion. For more information on Toshiba visit www.laptops.toshiba.com.



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Gigabyte shows off Myou netbook

The new Myou netbook is actually Gigabyte's ThinNote S1024, which weighs under two pounds, measures less than an inch thick, and still leaves room for a 10-inch screen and 6 cell battery. It should be shipping in the next few months for an estimated $600 price tag. Video after the jump

2 New NEC Light Netbooks

The NEC LaVie Light BL300 and BL100 will wil both feature a 16GB SSD, an Atom N270, WiFi, and a 10.1” LCD with LED backlight. The BL300 can actually be outfitted with a 160GB HDD or Atom N280, as well.

Price: Unknown
Region: Unknown (probably Japan only)
Availability: Unknown

Foxconn shows Moblin running on its SZ901 netbook

The Foxconn SZ901 netbook will run Linpus' Moblin OS and sport a 10.1-inch screen with the usual Atom N270 processor, 1GB of RAM, a 160GB hard drive and built-in 3G. Video after the jump.

UMID mbook M1 now shipping worldwide

Online retailer, Justek, has just started shipping the UMID mbook M1 globally! There's a $659.42 Linux model and a $765.78 Windows XP model (along with an 8GB microSD card). Also, the first 100 mbook orders will receive FREE shipping. Both versions will feature a 4.8" touch screen, Atom (1.3GHz) processor, 512MB of RAM and a 16GB SSD. More info at Justek's site. click on the image below for a better view.