Ultra Mobile Laptops
New Kohjinsha SC3 Ultra-Mobile Laptop
Laptoppers want “mini” and they’re getting it in droves. Among the newest mini laptops released is the Kohninsha SC3 ultra-mobile laptop, tipping the scales at a feather-light 1.7 pounds. Portability meets performance in the new SC3 laptop. This laptop boasts a seven-inch rotating display, and features a 1.3 GHz Intel Atom processor; a 60GB hard disk drive and up to 2GB RAM. The laptop also comes with GPS, Bluetooth 2.0, WiFi, a multi-card reader and runs on the Windows Vista Ultimate operating system. Kohjinsha
via UMPC Portal
Posted on July 14, 2008 3:13 PM | Permalink
Nexoc Osiris S621 Convertible Ultra-Mobile Laptop
When German laptop maker Nexoc came up with the Osiris S620II laptop, the Nexoc Osiris S621 convertible ultra-mobile laptop was not far behind. The Osiris S621 laptop features a 12.1-inch display which swivels for convenience when you’re in a PC tablet frame of mind. This convertible laptop offers 1,200-by-800-pixel resolution on its non-glare display, and runs your choice of Intel Core 2 Duo T5750 processor with speeds up to 2.0GHz, or the Intel Core 2 Duo T9500 processor at 2.6GHz. Add to this the ICH8M chipset with integrated Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100, and you’re seeing the start of a pretty picture. The Osiris S621 laptop also comes with up to 4GB RAM; the choice of DVD-RW, combo or Blu-ray optical drive; Intel WLAN module and LAN; HD audio via the Azalia interface, two integrated speakers, Sound-Blaster PRO support and 3D stereo sound system; modem; three USB ports; a fingerprint scanner; optional Bluetooth; built-in 1.3-megapixel webcam; a 7-in-1 card reader; and preinstalled Windows XP or Windows Vista OS. The Osiris S621 convertible ultra-mobile laptop retails for approximately $1,495. Nexoc.
Posted on July 10, 2008 9:58 PM | Permalink
Vye S41 Ultra-Mobile Laptop Coming Soon
Coming soon from Vye PC, the new Vye S41 ultra-mobile laptop is a new little mobile marvel that’s now being classified under a new category – the “mini-v.” Functioning as a mini version of the tablet PC and laptop rolled in one, the S41 ultra-mobile laptop sports a seven-inch WSVGA TFT + TSP touchscreen display with an Intel A110-800MHz processor, DDR2 667MHz 1024MB memory, an 80GB HDD and Windows Vista Home Premium operating system. The S41 mini laptop comes equipped with an internal DVD burner and a GPS receiver, and a full 77-key keyboard, priced at $1,499. Vye PC.
Posted on July 7, 2008 5:42 PM | Permalink
New Asus Eee PC 904 and 905 Laptops with Bigger Keyboards, More Memory
With the “mini” trend overtaking the laptop world, Asus has made a refreshing announcement – the new Asus Eee PC 904 laptop and the Eee PC 905 laptop will come equipped with a larger keyboard compared to what’s on offer from its ultra-mobile counterparts. The 8.9-inch laptop will actually boast a keyboard typically found the 10.2-inch laptop models, adding “user friendly” to the long list of great features that this little laptop has got going. Other super specs are similar to those currently found on the Eee PC 900 and 901 models, with the big differences in the Intel Atom processor, a larger storage capacity and a longer battery life. Asus
via Electronista
Posted on July 4, 2008 4:46 PM | Permalink
Bold New Mini Laptop – Amtek Elego Ultra-Mobile Laptop
First spotted at Taiwan’s Computex 2008, the new Amtek Elego ultra-mobile laptop has got its sites set stateside. The 8.9-inch Elego mini laptop weighs just 2.1 pounds and comes with a 1.6-GHz Intel Atom processor, up to 1GB RAM, up to 4GB SSD or a SATA hard drive, and built-in 802.11b/g wireless connectivity. The 8.9-inch display offers a resolution of 1,024 by 600 pixels, and an integrated 0.3- or 1.3-megapixel webcam embedded in the top center of the display. The Elego ultra-mobile laptop boasts a user-friendly keyboard and trackpad, and is available in black, white and in a sporty yellow-and-black bumblebee motif. Amtek
via LAPTOP Magazine
Posted on July 2, 2008 9:22 PM | Permalink
Low-Cost Mini Convertible Coming Soon – Aware Electronics A-Pad Convertible Laptop
A Taiwanese laptop maker has just released a new little convertible laptop with an equally little price tag. The Aware Electronics A-Pad convertible laptop is a seven-incher running on the Aday5G 800MHz X86 processor and featuring 4GB of NAND Flash, built-in WiFi and Bluetooth with optional 3G and GPS, a built-in webcam, dual USB ports, an SD card slot, and the LINOS Linux operating system. The A-Pad convertible laptop will be available in two months for just $300. Aware Electronics
via Engadget
Posted on July 1, 2008 9:27 AM | Permalink
Kohjinsha SX-Series Convertible Ultra-Mobile Laptop/Tablet Coming To Japan
Coming soon to Japan is the new Kohjinsha SX-Series convertible ultra-mobile laptop/tablet. Available in black or white, the new SX-Series laptops weigh in at 2.7 pounds, boasting a super-slim one-inch profile and a compact yet eye-catching 8.9-inch touchscreen LCD display. Now, for what you can’t see outright – the new SX-Series laptops offer Vista operating system and run on a 1.33GHz Atom processor, and they come with 1GB RAM, a 60GB HDD, WiFi, Ethernet, dual cameras, ExpressCard/34 slot, VGA out, a one-segment TV tuner, an integrated dual-layer DVD drive, card reader and two USB ports. The new ultra-mobile SX-Series laptop is priced at approximately $1,000 and up, depending on the specs. Kohjinsha.
Posted on June 24, 2008 4:49 PM | Permalink
Fujitsu T5010 Convertible Laptop/Tablet PC Hitting Shelves
If you’re anxiously awaiting the new Fujitsu T5010 convertible laptop/tablet PC, you’re in luck – the Virginia Tech University bookstore will be taking orders soon. See how this little laptop stacks up. The T5010 convertible laptop is all spec’d out with a 13.3-inch LED backlit WUXGA display wrapped in the ultra-mobile package of 4.4 pounds. Inside the T5010 convertible laptop sports a 45nm Core 2 Duo CPU and integrated Intel graphics, 2GB RAM, a 120GB hard drive, a fingerprint reader, a built-in DVD burner and built-in webcam. The T5010 convertible laptop is now on pre-order for $1,999, a price that also includes an HP all-in-one printer. The new convertible laptop/tablet PC will reportedly be available in August. Fujitsu
via Engadget via Virginia Tech University Bookstore
Posted on June 17, 2008 10:13 PM | Permalink
Super-Thin, Super-Light Laptop – Voodoo Envy 133 Laptop
Where art meets innovation, you’ll find the new Voodoo Envy 133 laptop. Encased in a sleek carbon fiber shell with a custom micro-weave design, the Envy 133 laptop’s real claim to fame is its size – measuring approximately 12.65 by 9 by 0.7 inches, and weighing a hair over three pounds. The laptop features an LED-backlit keyboard, and a 13.3-inch LED-backlit display that brings a resolution of 1,280 by 800 pixels, for a crisp and clear picture. A large touchpad is user-friendly with its multiple finger tracking and support for chiral scrolling, pinch and momentum gestures. A deeper look into the Envy 133 laptop reveals a 1.8GHz Intel Core 2 Duo SP7700 processor, Intel GMA X3100 graphics, and either a 64GB SSD or the option of an 80G HDD running at 4200RPM. The list continues, with an external dual-format DVD/RW, a built-in webcam, HDMI and two USB ports, one of which does double-duty as a slot-loading eSATA Super-Multi drive. The Envy 133 laptop will be available later this month at a price of $2,099. Voodoo.
Posted on June 10, 2008 7:18 PM | Permalink
Everex CE2A1 and CW0A1 Ultra-Mobile PC Laptops Offer CPU and OS Options
First International Computer, the parent company of U.S.-based Everex, will be releasing a couple of ultra-mobile PC laptops very soon under the Everex brand, and has taken its opportunity at Computex 2008 to introduce the Everex CE2A1 laptop and the Everex CW0A1 laptop. Featuring the choice of a Via C7-M processor or Intel's new Atom processor, the new CE2A1 and CW0A1 laptops each also come quipped with 2GB RAM and up to 160GB of hard-drive space. The laptops boast a compact 8.9-inch display and sport a 1.3-megapixel camera, and under the hood you’ll find VGA, Ethernet, two USB 2.0 ports and an ExpressCard slot. Connectivity options include 802.11b/g Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.0. As for the question of operating system, the CW0A1 laptop is compatible with Windows XP or Linux, while with the CE2A1 laptop you can also add Windows Vista Basic to those choices. The CE2A1 and CW0A1 laptops will be available this summer. Everex
via First International Computer
Posted on June 5, 2008 3:41 PM | Permalink
First 10-incher with Intel Atom 1.6GHz processor – MSI Wind Laptop
MSI has finally officially released the new MSI Wind Laptop at Computex, and it’s everything we hoped it would be. The Wind laptop is the first 10-incher to boast the new Intel Atom 1.6GHz processor. Weighing a mere 2.6 pounds, this ultra-mobile laptop is quipped with an ergonomically designed keyboard that’s 20 per cent smaller than its full-sized counterparts, but just as functional. The Wind laptop comes with Intel’s 945GMS, 1GB DDR2/ 667MHz memory, a 2.5-inch 80GB hard drive, a 1.3-megapixel webcam, Bluetooth capabilities, three USB ports and a 4-in-1 card reader. Equipped with Windows operating system, the Wind laptop will be available on June 16 at a retail price of $499. If you’re looking for Linux, the Wind with the alternate OS laptop will retail for $399, but you’ll have to wait until later this summer. MSI
via Hot hardware
Posted on June 3, 2008 5:30 PM | Permalink
Supped Up Convertible – Gigabyte Convertible M912 Ultra-Mobile PC Laptop
Details on the new Gigabyte Convertible M912 Ultra-Mobile PC laptop are finally surfacing with Computex upon us. The M912 laptop is a hot little convertible number supped up with a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor, Intel 945GSE graphics, up to 1GB RAM, the choice between 120, 160 and 250GB drive options, and XP or Linux OS. The M912 laptop comes equipped with an 8.9-inch WXGA LED backlit touchscreen display with a 180° rotation angle that lets it go from laptop to PC tablet. Additional specs include 802.11b/g, integrated Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, a built-in 1.3-megapixel camera, three USB 2.0 ports, SD, VGA, Ethernet, and a battery that’ll keep you going for four hours. Measuring in at 9.2 by 7 by 1.65 - 1.1 inches, the M912 laptop weighs just 2.6 pounds. Gigabyte.
Posted on June 2, 2008 3:02 PM | Permalink
New Ultra-Mobile Laptops to Look Out For – Asus Eee PC 1000 Laptop, Dell “Mini-Inspiron” Laptop, Acer Aspire One Laptop
Word on the street is that a couple of little laptops will be making big news very soon.
Those of you who have been patiently awaiting the release of the Asus Eee PC 901 will have something else to look forward to. Asus will reportedly be releasing the 10.6-inch Asus Eee PC 1000 ultra-mobile laptop alongside its 901 model, on June 3 at 2008 Computex. Asus
via UMPC Fever
Another ultraportabe that will be making an appearance is the new Dell “Mini-Inspiron” ultra-mobile laptop. Aside from this laptop’s good looks, the 8.9-inch Mini-Inspiron laptop will come with the choice of Windows XP Home or Ubuntu Linux, an 8-in-1 card reader, built-in webcam, direct media playback buttons, and wireless access options. Beyond that, details are still scarce, but expect this laptop later this year. More information on this sub-$500 ultra-mobile laptop should be released at Computex. Dell
via Engadget
And because good things come in threes, there’s yet another ultramobile laptop that’ll be hitting the stage at Computex – the Acer Aspire One laptop. The 8.9-inch Aspire One laptop is said to be Acer’s first sub-$500 laptop – more news to come at Computex. Acer
via Engadget
Posted on May 29, 2008 2:59 PM | Permalink
New Ultra-Mobile Laptop Coming To China - Inventec V10 Laptop
Where low-cost laptops are concerned, the new Inventec V10 laptop does very well. Coming soon to China, the V10 laptop's super low price tag is accompanied by a 10.1-inch display, 1GHz VIA C3 processor, an upgradeable 128MB of RAM, a 20GB HDD, built-in Ethernet, and VGA, IR and two USB ports. Inventec is describing its new ultra-mobile laptop as a "refined and elegant design that brings the most comprehensive solution to professionals who demand functionality and cutting-edge performance." The V10 laptop will be selling for approximately $230. Inventec.
Posted on May 23, 2008 4:38 PM | Permalink
Super Cheap, Super Portable Bestlink Alpha 400 Laptop
The Asus Eee laptop has yet another ultra-mobile laptop to compete with – the new Bestlink Alpha 400 laptop. Measuring 8.3 by 5.6 by 1.3 inches and tipping the scales at 1.5 pounds, the Alpha 400 laptop features a 32-bit XBurst 400MHz processor, 128MB RAM, up to 2GB of internal flash memory, SD memory card slot, USB connectivity, optional WiFi and a Linux operating system. The seven-inch true-color display delivers a resolution of 800 by 400 pixels, and the color is as true on the outside as it is in – the Alpha 400 laptop comes is a number of cool hues to choose from. The laptop retails for $250, but for those interested in a bulk buy, 100 laptops will come to approximately $180 a pop. Bestlink
via DesktopLinux.com
Posted on May 22, 2008 9:57 PM | Permalink