Google Chrome Netbook – Finally a hint coming out!

A lot of talk has been made and finally we have got some clue for the notebook that will be launched by Google itself for its newly launched OS (Operating System) Google Chrome. Some of the specs that the Google’s own notebook will have are as follows

• OS : Google Chrome
• Graphics : Nvidia Tegra
• Processor : ARM
• Display size : 10.1 inch multi touch
• 64 GB SSD
• 2 GB RAM
• Google apps pre installed
• Estimated to be priced around $ 300

A lot of gossip behind the scene is that whether Google will be able to successfully launch it or not and if it will be able to do so than will it be able to deliver the performance about this machine.  Let us see if it would really be able to justify the price tag that it is promised to be available on.

(courtesy: notebook.com)

Acer – Travel Mate Unleashed!

Acer has always been up front in introducing newer and better models. This time it has introduced its travel mate series. Currently this series has got 3 models. 8371, 8471, and 8571. They are ranged between a price tag of $ 900 to $ 1000. Critics review it as a reliable and sleek series with long battery time. The screen sizes also vary and come in three sizes i.e., 13.3, 14.1, and 15.6 inches with finger print readers, core 2 duo processors, finger print readers and windows 7 operating system. Each notebook is also provided with a windows XP cd for anyone sticking to old windows os.

Specifications of each of this notebook is as under

Acer Travel Mate Time line TM8571-6465

• Intel Core 2 Duo Processor SU9400 3MB L2 cache, 1.40GHz, 800MHz FSB)
• Windows 7 Professional (32-bit) pre-installed; Windows XP Professional CD included
• 15.6-inch display (1366 x 768)
• Intel GM45 Express chipset
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
• 4GB (2/2) DDR3 1066 SDRAM
• 320GB(3) SATA hard drive
• Integrated Super-Multi drive
• Acer Crystal Eye webcam
• 5-in-1 digital media card reader
• 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N WLAN, Bluetooth, gigabit LAN
• 3 – USB 2.0 ports
• HDMI port
• Multi-gesture touchpad pointing device supporting circular-motion scrolling, pinch-action zoom, page flip
• Acer touch-sensitive hotkeys (Touchpad Lock, Backup Manager, PowerSmart)
• Has a standard 6-cell Li-ion (5600 mAh) battery
• Weights 3.5 lbs.
• Dimensions12.67” (W) x 0.92” to 1.13” (H) x 8.97” (D)
• Energy Star 5.0 compliant
• Priced around $1,000

Acer Travel Mate Time line TM8471-6306

• Intel Core 2 Duo Processor SU9400 (3MB L2 cache, 1.40GHz, 800MHz FSB)
• Windows 7 Professional (32-bit) pre-installed; Windows XP Professional CD included
• 14.1-inch display (1366 x 768)
• Intel GM45 Express chipset
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
• 4GB (2/2) DDR3 1066 SDRAM
• 320GB(3) SATA hard drive
• Integrated Super-Multi drive
• Acer Crystal Eye webcam
• 5-in-1 digital media card reader
• 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N WLAN, Bluetooth, gigabit LAN
• 3 – USB 2.0 ports
• HDMI port
• Multi-gesture touchpad pointing device supporting circular-motion scrolling, pinch-action zoom, page flip
• Acer touch-sensitive hotkeys (Touchpad Lock, Backup Manager, PowerSmart)
• Standard 6-cell Li-ion (5600 mAh) battery
• Weighs around 3.5 lbs.
• Dimensions 12.67” (W) x 0.92” to 1.13” (H) x 8.97” (D)
• Energy Star 5.0 compliant
• Priced around $1,000

Acer Travel Mate Time line TM8371-6457

• Intel Core 2 Duo Processor SU9400 (3MB L2 cache, 1.40GHz, 800MHz FSB)
• Windows 7 Professional (32-bit) pre-installed; Windows XP Professional CD included
• 13.3-inch display (1366 x 768)
• Intel GM45 Express chipset
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
• 4GB (2/2) DDR3 1066 SDRAM
• 320GB(3) SATA hard drive
• Integrated Super-Multi drive
• Acer Crystal Eye webcam
• 5-in-1 digital media card reader
• 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N WLAN, Bluetooth, gigabit LAN
• 3 – USB 2.0 ports
• HDMI port
• Multi-gesture touchpad pointing device supporting circular-motion scrolling, pinch-action zoom, page flip
• Acer touch-sensitive hotkeys (Touchpad Lock, Backup Manager, PowerSmart)
• Standard 6-cell Li-ion (5600 mAh) battery
• Weighs around 3.5 lbs.
• Dimensions 12.67” (W) x 0.92” to 1.13” (H) x 8.97” (D)
• Energy Star 5.0 compliant
• Priced around $ 920

Dell Inspiron Mini 10

Dell has always been inspiring us with ever new technologies. This time Dell has introduced yet another model of Dell mini. This notebook is not only made in different colors but also packs in quite some features to make it fairly competitive with main stream notebooks. The notebook will ship in 2010 with a totally new processor Intel Atom N450 processor. It has got a six cell battery and color range of Shocking Pink, Baby Pink, Light Blue, Light Green, White and Black. Built in slot to include graphic accelerator card will help you update to a gaming PC. The other very important feature is the choices you are given in terms of the operating system you want to have on this baby. You can have Windows 7, Windows XP Starter, or Ubuntu Linux.

Here are the system specifications for Dell Inspiron Mini 10

• Intel Atom  N450 processor with 1.66 GHz speed
• 10.1 inch with high definition quality
• Built in speakers with SRS surround sound
• HDTV tuner and location aware GPS configurations available in coming weeks
• Crystal HD for smooth HD playback
• Built in 802.11 b/g wireless with Bluetooth and Mobile Broadband
• 1GB DDR2 memory at 800 MHz
• 160 GB or 250 GB storage options available
• Up to 9.5 hours of battery life ( 3 to 6 cell battery )
• OS options available include Windows 7, Windows XP Home, & Ubuntu Linux
• Weighing between 2.7 to 3.1 pounds (approx)