Posts Tagged ‘Netbook’

Many people are in high mobility right now. They need a gadget that can be used to work and also entertainment. It has to a small gadget, but not too small so we can still do our office task or watch movies. This gadget should also have connectivity to internet. All those requirements are all in one in this BYON Chameleon.

Many other netbooks have the same specification with Chameleon, but you can recheck about the price of those netbooks. Their price will range on $400-$550, while Chameleon can be brought home for only $360-$385. It is really cheap, isn’t it? Chameleon has used high quality specification (Intel Atom N270, 2GB DDR2, 160GB hardrive, Bluetooth, wi-fi, and Intel GMA950 graphic chip) to keep its performance. This specification is better than other netbooks which only give 1GB DDR2 for their products. The best thing from Chameleon is the integrated wireless HSDPA modem that can be used whenever and wherever you want to connect to the internet.
What can you say? This is a cheap netbook and the most outstanding specification that we can get in the market now. You can go to the nearest computer centre to try this netbook performance before you decide buy this product.

News about Booklet’s Nokia 3G may came to hot discussion, assorted analysis, estimate price and photos springs up since early last week.  But company just temporary hold back to confirmation it after boast more music features and mesh better with Facebook to more connecting people via social networking site in Stuttgart, Germany.

Nokia have new plans to the differ-way from mobile phones market to laptop computers market, unveiled Nokia Booklet 3G, which will ship in the fourth quarter of 2009 with a 1.6GHz Intel Atom Z530 CPU and Windows 7 OS. The company will focus on mobile phones, smartphones and mobile computing as like to Acer, ASUS, Lenovo and Dell etc, which have the netbook product a low-cost laptop computer, but it Nokia’s first netbook will growth to the world laptop computers market.

Nokia struggle to the 12 hours battery life, though be justifiably curious to see how that holds up under real-world testing, while the machine will running on 1.6GHz Intel Atom Z530 CPU, WiFi and a built-in, hot-swappable SIM card slot for 3G right to use.

More features on the specs include 1GB of DDR2 RAM, a 120GB hard drive with 1.8-inch thick and 4200RPM speed, integrated Ovi Suite, a 10.1-inch LCD for 1,280 x 720 of resolution, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Assisted-GPS, HDMI, three USB 2.0 version, an SD card reader, a 1.3 megapixel camera. The body design by aluminum with the weighs 2.8 pounds and retail for euro575.

Mini laptops may be will so in two different choices at laptop computers market, during these time mini laptops based on Arm chips has patching way, so the mini laptop gets place in the user heart, which could heat up the battle in a space dominated by netbooks with Intel’s Atom chips.

Laptop computers maker trying to introduce new mini laptop to the market, besides aim to creating a product that can be used as handily as a mobile phone and has functions of a small laptop called netbook, it also aim to users have to know more that both device have any difference netbook and mini laptop.

Sharp announced an ultra-compact PC-Z1 mini laptop in last week, it called the “NetWalker” uses “Ubuntu” Linux-derived OS, one of the first mini-laptops based on an Arm chip, has a 5-inch touch screen and a 68-key keyboard and offers 10 hours of battery life. The NetWalker designed for those who rely on the Web for computing. Company plans to start shipping in Japan.

So far the netbook go to market and arrived to user hand not covering by erudition truthfully that the netbook are the low-cost laptop computers only work for internet browsing, getting and send email, develop any document, plays music and video but not same to normal laptop computers can working on high graphic with high speed. Above all for users in the developing countries, which they don’t know any information either from netbook seller, they know that are small and cheapest.

Any laptop computers maker and some companies sure has seen the opportunity develop similar devices with larger screens, says will be based on Arm chips designed like Freescale Semiconductor, Nvidia and Qualcomm, but Dell is investigating the concept, Arm-based mini-laptops by some chip makers has official called “smartbooks”, the design to have similar characteristics to netbooks, including compact keyboards and screens, but not based on Intel’s Atom chips and use Microsoft’s Windows OS. The smartbooks will come with Linux, as Arm-based chips, it do not support Windows XP OS.

In situation and economy condition not yet rise, some companies hesitant, like ASUS pioneer on its world’s first netbook has demonstrated a mini-laptop with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon platform, running Google’s Android open-source OS says, no “clear market” for smartbooks and that the company had no plans to ship them. Maybe ASUS know that and experienced when bring up the netbook then wage war at low-cost laptop computers market opposes the rivals.

Qualcomm differ look at, disagreed with ASUS, there’s a market for smartbooks, which are better for people who rely more on the Web for computing “We’re not trying to emulate the PC experience,” Qualcomm said. The smartbooks provide a longer battery life, as Arm chips draw less power than Intel’s Atom chips, highlighted other benefits, including instant access to the Web and quick startup compared with Atom-based netbooks, smartbook have more Arm chips need better application support to compete with Intel chips and low price.

Nokia might be mum on the issue, but Intel tells some media that it’s got the 1.6GHz Intel Atom Z530 chipset. Reuters spread of its pretty blue above lid sports 10.1-inch netbook photos from the located company at Helsinki, Nokia headquarters. People hope will came with Nvidia graphic, HD video and HDMI output well more… Still Nokia quiet, there is no info about the technology use on first Nokia Booklet 3G netbook. Check out on gallery photos below.

Nokia ascertains that company steps to expand in the word technology market effort, Nokia is the world’s largest mobile phone makers want move, taking a part tune from laptop computers market, company said on Monday, their would start to make laptops, toward the inside a ferociously competitive, but it hope will fast-growing in the netbook market.

Smartphone fast growing in the market and user need more, hope the new smartphone came with more demand facilities ability to user, they want the smartphone functioned like laptops, all be slurry to be one, so user can using it in all business. Nokia also seen its profit margins has drop over the last quarters as mobile phone demand has slumped, analysts have worried that inflowing the laptop computers industry, where margins are traditionally razor-thin, could hurt Nokia’s profits further.

As users also hope it first Nokia netbook have a certain quality and of course cheap Nokia netbook. Company said Nokia Booklet 3G, will use Microsoft’s Windows software and Intel’s Atom processor — offering up to 12 hours of battery life, and weighing 1.25 kilograms, If the specs like that, its the meaning equal to other netbook a low-cost laptop computers following ASUS first introduce to the worldwide in 2007, then also appeared Acer, HP and Dell have also pushed out their own lines since then.

User that wear netbook to browsing on the Internet, email and prepare another light document enough satisfied wears the netbook, however for users, who laboring with the netbook and wants sharp picture graph and fast to work, enough disappointed, to uses the netbook in fact has good enough, they may increase few processor speeds and supports big memory to runs it.

Nokia also hoping that its brand and knowledge of cellular channels will play to its strengths as it addresses this crowded — “At present we see Nokia’s foray into the netbook market as a niche exercise in the context of its broader business.” Nokia said it, may coming with Windows 7 operating system and would unveil detailed specifications in September.

Taiwanese company Asustek just aiming take one percent of mobile phones market in 2010, company target of 1 million units for its newly launched smartphone, hope will fast-growing in the smartphone market compete with Acer, Dell,  Apple iPhone, BlackBerry etc.

Asustek research finding opportunity in the smartphone market and expects will grow to shipments of more than 200 million units next year. Asustek Chairman Jonney Shih told reporters during the launch of its smartphone line it is building with navigation device maker Garmin. In the statement “We’re going to focus on getting our products to work first before trying to meet our targets next year,” he said.

The world know Asustek are the pioneer of netbook a low-cost and small laptop computers, now will go through second road in smartphone market plan would make it the second major laptop computers firm to begin selling smartphones this year. Company using the Garmin-Asus brand name, will run on Microsoft’s Windows Mobile platform, at a time when some industry watchers are saying the software is faltering against bigger rivals.

Some mobile phone makers and laptop computers company also choose smartphone market, has begun from China like Apple and Dell said it is working with China Unicom to develop a line of mobile devices for the Chinese telecoms operator, that indicate competition has been begun. Acer also has selling these feature-jammed devices follow smartphone trend market likes Apple and Dell.

Many emails come to us and asking about smartphone connect to laptop computers and profit benefit for user that have high mobility, they are difficulty to uses smartphone facilities to their business importance, majority facilities available in smartphone easy for music, movie, email and connect to social network Website, if want more they are still must wear real laptop computers not netbook, although netbook have few help but they want more and more.

Daiwa Institute of Research, Andrew Chang analyst said “It’s going to be extremely difficult for Asustek and other PC makers who are trying to enter the smartphone sector,” if companies move toward smartphones is necessary for laptop computer makers as their products become increasingly similar and as they face rapidly thinning profit margins.

Dell’s computer apparently think children, they want to give best for child begins learning by using laptop computers, Dell has taken one of its Inspiron Mini Netbook a low-cost laptop computers model then company join with SquarePants’s television network to create the Nickelodeon for kids Edition.

Dell and Nickelodeon have teamed to make green slime design, used plastic to decorated around netbook body, but we see that resemble or the designing more fit to adult laptop computers, although the color are green mixes and made from plastically impress stuff, so it’s giving explanation that the kids loving green earth, it also has been designed with SpongeBob’s seal of approval.

Nickelodeon edition for kids bring Dell Mini10v netbook, using an Intel Atom N270 processor, a 10-inch color LCD screen, 1GB RAM, a 1.3 megapixel webcam, built-in Wi-Fi chip and a child-toting weight of less than three pounds. It also is programmed to serve up content from Nick shows to songs, videos, games and has a child-friendly graphic interface. Parents can monitor its use with an installed version of McAfee Family Security.

Dell press released wrote “Moms insisted that we deliver on three things when it comes to a computer for their children,” said Michael Tatelman, vice president, Dell Global Consumer Sales and Marketing. “First, help provide a safe computing experience. Second, provide superior educational content as well as a world-class entertainment experience. Third, partner with trusted brands. The Dell Inspiron Mini Nickelodeon Edition passes with flying colors on all counts.”

“We are thrilled to enter the Netbook space with a technology leader like Dell,” said Leigh Anne Brodsky, president of Nickelodeon & Viacom Consumer Products. “With the Dell Inspiron Mini Nickelodeon Edition, we want to provide today’s tech-savvy kids with a creative, fun tool to help kids excel while learning and entertaining themselves on the computer. Simultaneously, we want to give parents features to help ensure their kids are safe online. The Dell Inspiron Mini Nickelodeon Edition encompasses all of these things with the additive element of bringing Nickelodeon’s trademark slime to life in a new, unique way.”

Company make not for intensive computing, but the netbook works best as an ancillary computer, ideal for Web browsing and data streaming and kids can watching SpongeBob over a bowl of Cheerios. Parents can buy Dell Mini 10v starts at about $300, will available on Dell official Website and Walmart electronic store in October.

Sony VAIO W Model will enliven laptop computers market in the US, it’s Sony comes none too surprising specs, including a 1.6GHz Atom processor, 160GB HDD, 1GB RAM, Windows XP, Bluetooth, 802.11b/g/n, VGA out, two USB ports, Ethernet, webcam, and MemoryStick / SD card readers, three cell battery should last an estimated three hours, but there’s also an option for six cell.

Some laptop computers expert analysis said the keyboard to be 86% the size of a normal typing surface, and the aforementioned bundled VAIO Media plus software enables content streaming across DLNA-enabled devices like the PC or PlayStation 3.

More about press release:

SONY DEBUTS HOT NEW MINI NOTEBOOK IN COOL NEW COLORS

VAIO W Series Ideal for Casual Computing and Staying Connected

SAN DIEGO, July 7, 2009 – Sony today took the wraps off its chic new line of mini notebooks- the VAIO® W Series.

Featuring an ultra-portable design, the W Series is perfect for using as a secondary PC, in any room of the house, for surfing the web, checking e-mail, and social networking.

The W model comes in three vibrant colors- berry pink, sugar white and cocoa brown. A more subtle shade of the exterior hue finishes the inside of the PC while the touchpad is lined with a splash of brightness.

“The W Series lets you quickly look something up online whether searching for a recipe in the kitchen or relaxing on your recliner- there’s no need to trudge upstairs to your office,” said Mike Abary, senior vice president of the VAIO business group at Sony. “And it’s sturdy enough for the kids to use, making it perfect for every member of the family.”

The W Series incorporates a high-resolution, 1366 x 768, LED backlit 10.1-inch (measured diagonally) ultra-wide display, making it easy to view two full web pages- no side-to-side scrolling necessary.

The model features an isolated keyboard with springy and responsive keys making it comfortable and easy to use. Its carefully designed touchpad and mouse keys make the PC functional and mouse movements easy to control.

The W Series unit is ENERGY STAR® 5.0 compliant, EPEAT Gold registered and incorporates eco-conscious features such as a mercury-free LED backlit LCD. Its corrugated cardboard packaging is comprised of 95 percent recycled content. Sony will also help recycle your old PC (www.sony.com/green; recycling fees may apply).

The model comes with VAIO Media plus Multimedia Streaming software, a media sharing application that lets you wirelessly stream content across DLNA®-enabled devices throughout your home network. Stream video, music and pictures from your W Series to your compatible primary PC or PLAYSTATION®3 and vice-versa and enjoy your content anywhere in the home including on your big-screen TV.

Easily transfer data, such as photos from your digital camera or music from an MP3 player, to and from the PC with the unit’s two convenient USB ports. Incorporated Bluetooth® technology enables peripherals such as a wireless mouse to be utilized without tying up the unit’s ports. A built-in webcam and microphone let you video chat with family, friends and colleagues. A third-party internet service provider is required.

A roomy 160GB hard drive has been included providing ample storage for all your photos, files and videos. It comes pre-installed with Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition operating system.

The VAIO W Series mini notebook will retail for about $500. It is available for pre-orders today online at www.sonystyle.com/pr/w. It will also be sold at Sony Style® stores and at other major retailers around the country starting next month.

BenQ said the company has launched its latest ultra-portable netbook named Joybook Lite U102, which is designed for the always-connected, on-the-go, style-setting Internet enthusiast.

Deluxe online fun rivaling laptop performance is made possible by Intel’s Atom processor, a 10.1-inch UltraVivid 16:9 WSVGA LED-backlit screen, a 250GB HDD, connection essentials, and cool web conveniences.  Despite its heavyweight Internet capabilities, the U102 travels light and easily at much less the laptop load - weighing about 1kg, under an inch in thickness, and is accompanied by an unusually petite AC adapter.

Joybook Lite U102 is an accessory for today’s social Internet butterfly, as it can make sharing videos and photos effortless with a high-resolution webcam, crystal-clear built-in speakers, and integrated microphone with smart noise suppression and echo cancellation.
Accessing all the wonders of the World Wide Web - such as surfing, messaging, email, and shopping - is always reliable via wide-coverage, high-speed WiFi and optional 3.75G HSUPA.  A clever hotkey even enables instant switching between the different types of wireless networks.  And because instant messaging can get quite intense, the U102 is fitted with a comfortably-sized keyboard (90% of full-size QWERTY) for more ergonomic, error-free typing, while an expanded touchpad makes scrolling web pages much easier.

Whatever content, wherever setting, the U102’s 10.1-inch 1024×600 widescreen is sure to display in brilliant, true colors and clean definition.  In particular, HD content is immaculately rendered without distortion or annoying black bars, courtesy of the native 16:9 aspect ratio, which ensures 1:1 mapping to HD content.  For boundless “anywhere” enjoyment and use, BenQ’s exclusive UltraVivid technology coupled with LED-backlighting advantages optimize color and vibrancy whether viewing content indoors or outdoor.

Ultra-extreme portability distinguishes the U102 as an essential companion for today’s worldly Internet traveler.  Featherweight at 1.05kg (2.3lbs.) and under an inch in thickness, the U102 is powered by Intel’s low-power-consuming processor, Atom. Paired with BenQ’s power-conserving advancements, the Atom enables overall higher energy efficiency and extends battery life.

In fact, the included 3-cell battery can last an unsurpassed three hours.  For serious uninterrupted U102 joy, an optional 6-cell battery enables nearly six hours of operation.  When non-stop operation is required, the petite AC adapter is light to tote at around 200g.  A 250GB hard disk storage, three USB 2.0 slots, and a 4-in-1 card reader afford easy access to photos, music, and other media.

As with all BenQ digital lifestyle innovations, the U102 is engineered to capture the personality and style of its target audience not only in product purpose, but in aesthetics.  A spirit of spontaneity and playful sophistication is reflected in its svelte form - a beautifully sculpted casing in a polished obsidian finish.

Acer seems poised to acquire Dell as the world’s second-largest seller of personal laptop computers, which, if it comes true, will certainly enable Acer to follow only Hewlett-Packard (HP).

No Taiwanese firm has made an achievement so fast and more effectively than Acer. To reach the number 3 spot in the global laptop computers business, Acer went through a corporate reinvention that offers fodder for business-school case studies.

For nearly 15 years, Acer suffered from a split personality. One part of the company built computers for other PC sellers that would then put their labels on the machines. Another part of Acer sold very similar computers under the company’s own brand.

The arrangement created obvious conflicts, Acer executives say, with the group responsible for the Acer-branded products competing against the customers of the manufacturing arm.

In 2000, Acer began cleaving off its manufacturing division. A year later it formed an independent company called Wistron to handle these operations. A smaller, nimbler Acer emerged, outfitted with a new logo and lofty, global aspirations.

With a clean slate, Acer made what looked like counterintuitive decisions. It decided to focus on laptop computers for consumers, and to sell them through partners and retailers, avoiding any kind of direct sales.

This approach placed Acer on a distinctly opposite path from Dell, which was the PC industry’s major success story in 2000. Dell had surged past rivals like Compaq, I.B.M. and H.P. through an ultra-lean direct sales model that hinged to a large degree on shipping desktop computers to big businesses.

In the subsequent years, however, computer retailing shifted in favor of Acer. Consumers now buy more computers than businesses do, and these buyers tend to prefer laptop computers to computer desktops. The advantages that Dell once gained by mixing and matching components for customers at its factories have faded as consumers have flocked to stores to buy preconfigured computers.

Acer’s ascent has accelerated during the global economic slowdown. The company made an aggressive move into the market for netbooks - the small, low-cost laptop computers that have been a rare bright spot during the worst slump the PC industry has ever faced. Dell, which depends far more on PC sales to businesses, has struggled as companies have avoided buying new computers.

Last year, Acer’s market share grew by three percentage points, to 10.9%, while Dell gained just 0.1 percentage point, to 15%, according to the research company IDC. Acer has continued to narrow that gap this year, claiming 11.6% of the market to Dell’s 13.6% through the first quarter.

Acer can keep growing, especially in the United States and China - the two most prized regions for PC sellers. In addition, he’s steering Acer into cellphones, arguing that the growing similarities between smartphones and laptop computers play directly to Acer’s strengths.

In the meantime, Acer has snatched the mantle of quick-moving, lean operator from Dell. Be it wireless technology or super-thin laptop computers with a long battery life, Acer often ships computers with new features before any other large PC maker.

When it spots a hot trend started by another company - netbooks or small laptops, for instance, were the brainchild of Asustek, a fellow Taiwanese company - Acer follows in force, bombarding the market with low-cost in Aspire One Acer mini laptop products.