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Atom chipset getting a refresh at CES 2010

Scott Stein | Nov 10, 2009

With CES coming in January and Windows 7 computers already everywhere to be found, a casual observer might assume that Vegas' annual consumer electronics extravaganza might not be as exciting for laptops. For Netbooks, at least, that seems to be completely untrue. Although Netbooks have seen an across-the-board upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 7 and, in some instances, boosts like HD-resolution screens, added RAM and Nvidia GPUs, Netbooks still tend to run variants of the same N270/280 Atom processor we've seen since 2008.
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ZiiLabs announces full-HD capable processor

John Chan | Nov 09, 2009

Creative's ZiiLabs today announced the ZMS-08 processor, its third-generation product that brings 1080p H.264 decoding to the table. According to ZiiLabs' specifications page, the second-generation ZMS-05 is capable of H.264 720p decoding at 8Mbps, while the new chip does H.264 1080p at 40Mbps.

This chip is powered by a 1GHz Arm Cortex processor. It is targeted at media-rich applications, yet is supposed to have low power requirements. ZiiLabs does not make any consumer products itself but intends for the ZMS-08 to be used by manufacturers in devices such as Web tablets, Netbooks and smartphones. The company says it is working with partners currently but there hasn't been any product announcement from third-party manufacturers as yet.
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HP Mini by Studio Tord Boontje launches in Singapore

Darius Chang | Nov 06, 2009

If you have been eyeing the latest fashion Netbook from HP, the wait is over. The Palo Alto company is retailing the HP Mini by Studio Tord Boontje exclusively through StarHub's retail network. Based on the HP Mini 110, this limited edition model has an interesting top cover that uses HP 3d Imprint technology to give a layered effect to the design. But here's the catch. You'll need to sign up for either the MaxOnline Premium Plus home broadband plan or subscribe to MaxMobile Elite HSDPA+ for two years to get the minilaptop free. Current Starhub users in the Hub Club and Home Hubbing Pack can get a unit for S$699 (US$497.79).
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HTC still thinking about the Netbook segment

John Chan | Nov 05, 2009

HTC has dipped its toes in the Netbook category before with a wannabe minilaptop, the HTC Shift, which runs a full desktop version of Windows Vista. (Credit: HTC)

TAIWAN--In an interview yesterday during the HD2 launch, HTC CEO Peter Chou revealed that his company is still interested in the Netbook category of products. He said HTC was "carefully looking into that category and how it can be part of that". Chou further explained that it has not happened yet because he wants such a product from HTC to have "unique value", and not another "me-too" Netbook that would be similar to the many models out there.

Netbooks are scaled-down notebooks designed for portability and basic computing needs such as Web surfing and word processing. Most are sold by established notebook makers like HP and Asus. Mobile phone brand Nokia recently joined the fray with its Booklet 3G, adding both HSDPA connectivity and GPS navigation to differentiate it from the rest. Though not strictly classified as a Netbook, HTC has also dabbled in this category with the HTC Shift which runs a full desktop version of Windows Vista and is very portable at 800g.

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Sony Vaio shoots for the stars

Leslie Katz | Nov 04, 2009

Feeling a little spaced out? Sony has a limited-edition Vaio that may suit your mood. The Nebula FW, part of Sony's Signature Collection, features an intergalactic theme that really makes us want to curl up in a space quilt and play some Spore. For a starting price of US$810, you get a 3.1kg Windows 7 machine with a 16.4-inch display featuring a 16:9 aspect ratio. You have a choice of Intel Core 2 Duo processors, up to 8GB of RAM, and up to 500GB of storage, plus a Blu-ray drive. Battery life runs up to 3.5 hours, according to Sony.
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