Qualcomm intros new liliputer, changes Netbook with Smartbook
Qualcomm is introducing new Snapdragon devices and started to classify them as ‘Smartbooks‘ rather than ‘Netbooks’ – which Intel introduced, that almost caused mayhem between them and Psion. One of the new mini-computer product looks pretty much alike with Sony VAIO P. It is small, probably pocketable, with a short but wide display screen that you can bring along with you pretty much anywhere. It also has a full qwerty keyboard and stays on for a whole day.
The device has 1Ghz ARM-powered, thus, it eats lesser power than other x86 processors. It is also actually less powerful than present netbooks, but in terms of internet surfing and staying connected anywhere and anytime, Snapdragon can certainly do the jobs.
So it also seems than these devices may not be appropriate for the ‘Netbook’ term.
via jkontherun
Netbook Philippines Buyers Guide
Abe of Yugatech.com is receiving a bucket of inquiries regarding the best netbook choice, so he created a simple netbook guide which helps buyer decide which one to buy. He gathered several netbooks to compare and rate. Rating is based on features, design, battery life, price and value for money. Each netbook will be rated 0 – 10, 10 being the highest score.
Based on his results, I generated a chart that would hopefully illustrate the ratings/value better for each netbooks compared to each other. Overall rating favors the Asus Eee PC 1000HE which got the highest rating of 8.2.
Overall Rating
Of course you don’t have to consider the overall rating when buying netbooks. You could also rely on categories you only want. And the results are also available after the break.
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HP Mini 110 Reviewed
LaptopMag.com has the full review of the HP Mini 110 netbook. The netbook looks very appealing, dressed in business attire. HP Mini 110 is the better version of the HP Mini 1000, which has a lot of drawbacks when it first came out. HP Mini 110 assured that the drawbacks are addressed plus some interesting features not found in Mini 1000.
NorhTec Gecko EduBook runs on AA Batteries
NorhTec Gecko EduBook is a low-powered netbook capable of running Windows XP and Linux systems. It uses Xcore86 processor which is more energy efficient compared to x86 CPU of any kind that runs at 1Ghz. The netbook also has no fan, therefore, increased savings on power consumption with only 1.2 watts.
The Gecko EduBook features a large, bright LED backlit 8.9 inch screen with a resolution of 1024 x 600. This netbook is modular, thus, not only the RAM can be upgraded but as well as the CPU. It can also accommodate either HDD or SSD like other netbooks.
One thing that sets this netbook apart is its capability to run on 8 AA batteries.
Video after the break.
Lenovo IdeaPad S12 Specs, Price
Lenovo has just announced recently their newest netbook called the Lenovo IdeaPad S12. It packs a 12″ display @ 1280 * 800 screen resolution, Intel Atom N270 CPU, 1GB RAM, and 160GB SATA HDD. It also features the Nvidia ION graphics which supports 1080p video decoding.
The new graphic feature also sets the Lenovo IdeaPad S12 apart from its class. Aside from hi-def videos/movies, it will allow the netbook to probably run most of the latest PC games like the Call Of Duty. It can also serve as a media player in your living room when connected to hi-def TV sets via HDMI port.
The netbook is announced to cost $449 USD, which is fair enough compare to other netbook prices.
Full Lenovo IdeaPad S12 Full Specs after the break. [Lenovo]
via Gizmodo
Rumor: Apple Tablet to Counter Netbooks, out in Q1/Q2, 2010
Several times did Apple has denied rumors on them making their own netbook. Apple COO once said all the things he could say to describe how they hate netbooks, despite the fact that netbooks play a big role on saving the PC market.
Now there’s another ‘rumor’ that Apple is still on to counter netbooks. An analyst at Piper Jaffray suggests that Apple is going to counter the fame of netbooks by their own unique product which is a touch-screen tablet that will cost somewhere between $500 and $700.
Piper Jaffray predicts that the device is going to have a 7 to 10 inch touchscreen display. It will also use an in-house designed microprocessor. Apple might also combine the power of Mac OS and iPhone OS to power the device. The device could also probably be out in the market as early as Q1 or Q2 of next year. Plus Apple might also negotiate and work on partnering with third party wireless providers for integrated internet access right away.
If this device idea materializes, it could probably be actually the netbook killer, but it has to be more competitive in pricing. They can work on subsidizing the price a little bit more, and probably be the gadget-of-choice of everyone. It could be an all-in-one gadget where you can call, send sms, surf the net wherever you are, or subscribe to daily papers and blogs. Oooops, is that a function of a Kindle?
Still, these are just informations that we can take with a grain of salt. One of these days, Apple will again come out either confirming or denying it.
Via AppleInsider
