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netbooks
Sony Vaio W: It's a Very Pretty $500 Netbook, Of Course
I love the idea of a Vaio netbook, but the only thing that actually gets me going about the first of inevitably many Sony Vaio W netbooks is the 1366x768 10.1-inch screen (which ain't even unique). It's pretty, though. More »
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Comment by Eugenia: Is the RAM upgradeable? 1 GB is not enough for my needs. 5 Responses | Other threads
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netbooks
Sony's Got an Honest-to-Goodness Vaio Netbook
Well, you wouldn't take a real notebook into a kitchen would you? This Vaio W must obviously be a netbook. [Sony via Engadget Japan] -
dealzmodo
Sprint's $1 Netbook With Two-Year Contract
Getting locked into a two-year contract for a netbook is iffy, even if it's only a dollar—look at where netbooks were 18 months ago. But if you're so inclined, Sprint's offering said deal for the Compaq Mini. [jkontherun] -
intel
Intel and Nokia Partner To Make Future Something-Or-Other
Just as reported, Intel and Nokia had a big fancy announcement to tell everyone that they're going to be doing something together in the future—the specifics of which wasn't important (or defined) enough to mention today. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by guineapirate: Whatever it is, whatever the price, function, lack of function, color, size, gender, smell, political view, etc. I'm going to... more » | Other threads
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netbooks
Microsoft Wants to Rebrand Netbooks 'Low-Cost Small Notebook PCs'
Microsoft wants us to move away from the term "netbook", instead referring to the tiny, cheap laptops, which the company says demand recognition for handling more than just browsing, as—brace yourselves—"low cost small notebook PCs", according to Digitimes. Sorry, Intel! More » -
professional mods
PC-In-A-Vase Was Created by a Real Company, Not a Dodgy Hacker
We see PC guts stuffed into vessels not normally associated with technology all the time, but they're always the product of a bored hacker, tinkering away in his free time. This PC-in-a-vase, however, was designed by ECS, a little-known but assuredly real company.
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By Dan NosowitzComment by Hello Mister Walrus: You'd be more impressed with my collection of web cams disguised to look like bedroom furniture. 8 Responses | Other threads
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windows 7
Microsoft Confirms Windows 7 Starter Won't Have 3-App Limit, But It Still Sucks
Microsoft confirms that the 3-apps-at-a-time limit has been indeed been removed from Windows 7 Starter. But it's missing Aero, you still can't change the desktop background or sounds or window colors or use Windows Media Center, so you still don't want it. [Windows Team Blog]
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Comment by cardboredbox: sounds and window color MAYBE, but desktop background... really? Who's that suppose to help? 8 Responses | Other threads
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android
Android Apps Running on Ubuntu Blur All Kinds of Boundaries
Ubuntu's upcoming Android execution environment that'll let you run Android apps isn't just interesting, it's smart, given the buzz over Android on netbooks—stick with Ubuntu and you can run Android apps alongside real Linux programs. [Ars]
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Comment by MacAttack7388: Finally, quality apps for Linux. It's amazing! 7 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
The Netbook Conspiracy: Intel and Microsoft Collude to Keep Netbooks Crappy
Remember those crappy specs that define a netbook in Microsoft's eyes? Apparently, Intel is just as much to blame. More »
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Comment by Purple Monkey Dishwasher: Where's AMD in all this? What are their plans? 15 Responses | Other threads
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unconfirmed
Windows 7 Starter Edition for Netbooks Might Ditch 3 App Limit
Paul Thurrott's reporting that Microsoft's going to drop the three-app-at-a-time limitation from Windows 7 Starter—the cheaper Windows 7 geared toward netbooks. He doesn't know if they're going let you change your wallpaper with Starter though. No, really. [WinSuperSite]
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Comment by Nick: i am really enjoying win 7 so far, but i can't find anywhere on giz or lifehacker on how to... 12 Responses | Other threads
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hackintosh
Master Hackintosh OS X Netbook Compatibility Chart Updated
Rob at BoingBoing's updated his OS X netbook compatibility chart, which makes it easy to see which netbooks are perfect for hackintoshing and which aren't—a perfect Memorial Day weekend project using the dearly departed Mahoney's definitive how-to guide. [BoingBoing Gadgets]
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Comment by tok3ninja; is the best non-star commenter: I miss Mr. Mahoney. His shenanigans were some of the best shenanigans on the web. Not that you Giz bloggers... 4 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Microsoft's "Maximum" Windows 7 Netbook Specs Kinda Suck
Hoping that netbooks will get dramatically better as technology marches on? Not if Microsoft has anything to say about it. TechARP has apparently dug up their "maximum specs" for netbooks, and they ain't pretty. More »
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Comment by AmericanMouth: This just makes me like netbooks even less. Although, I guess I can't blame netbooks. Revised - This makes me hate... 13 Responses | Other threads
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viral
Samsung N310 Viral Video Is All Gumby and Looney Tunes
If you enjoy the squishy clay-ness of Gumby and the brutal violence of Looney Tunes, you will enjoy the latest viral video for the 10-inch N310 (or NC310) netbook from Samsung. More » -
atom
Intel's Next-Gen Atom Puts CPU and GPU on One Fun-Lovin' Chip
Along with its neato Moblin 2.0 netbook OS, Intel's also laid in more detail out what the next generation of Atom looks like—Pineview integrates the CPU, GPU and memory controller onto one chip, making the platform cheaper and less power-hungry overall. More »
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Comment by Andre Oceans: Is it True Intel GPU's S**K I only ever hear off Nvideia and ATI 8 Responses | Other threads
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netbooks
Dell Mini 10 Finally Sprouts Built-in TV Tuner Option
Dell just told us the Mini 10 is finally getting that built-in TV tuner option promised at CES as a $50 add-on. It tunes in to over-the-air digital ATSC TV. [Dell]
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Comment by iwantcokeinabottle: I was just talking to a friend about how TV tuner cards in computers are so 5 years ago. ... 11 Responses | Other threads
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netbooks
I'd Actually Use a Netbook With Intel's Moblin 2.0 OS
Intel's Moblin 2.0 OS is designed specifically for netbooks, and marks the first time I've ever been tempted to utter "wow" and "netbook" in the same sentence. Just watch. More »
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Comment by EBone: Can you say Palm Foleo? Doesn't look that exciting to me. Need to be able to install real-world applications. 7 Responses | Other threads
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netbooks
Acer's Aspire One AO751h 11.6-Inch Barely-a-Netbook Officially $380
We saw Acer's new netbooks last month—they're not quite as schnice as Asus's latest Eee, but the 11.6-inch Aspire One has a full keyboard and is $50 cheaper. Full specs and prices: More »
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Comment by Vortex388: Awesome! Maybe I can finally decide to get one of these... any word on when will they have the Nvidia graphics... 6 Responses | Other threads
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mac os x
Psystar May Be Preparing Netbook with Mac OS X Preinstalled
Repeat after me: Psystar computers are not Mac OS X clones (to be Mac clones they need EFI firmware. They don't have it and that's why they are as crappy as any other Hackintosh computer.) That out of the way, according to a MacRumors reader, they are preparing a netbook with the hackintosh version of Mac OS X pre-installed. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Kraken: Psystar makes amazing Hackintoshes. I love mine. True, I could've built it for cheaper, but I'll do that next time.... 2 Responses | Other threads
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leak
Dell Android Netbook: It's Coming
Looks like the Android netbook concept is gaining momentum. A company called Bsquare spilt the beans on Dell's incoming Android netbook in a press release: More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by atm153: This is unnecessary. Who needs android when you can run a desktop OS perfectly fine? I'm not sure... 6 Responses | Other threads
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apple
"Apple Netbook" Student Project Is a Pencil-Drawn Beauty
This little project has been making the rounds as the "new Apple netbook," which, unfortunately, is way off. But the truth is pretty cool anyway: It's a beautiful pencil-drawn, wooden model.
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By Dan NosowitzComment by USB_Humping_Dog: Shouldn't he be doing homework instead? Scratch that if he's a design student, this is probably his homework. 9 Responses | Other threads
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portable media
MID Concept Gets An "A" For Awesome Design
To be honest, I'm not really into netbooks. I'm looking for an internet device that is more than just a really tiny laptop. This MID concept seems to be a step in the right direction. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by bosskev: Why is the keyboard undulating like a warped vinyl record? Is that intentional? Or is this a warning even in... 5 Responses | Other threads
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netbooks
GMABooster Squeezes 22% Performance Gain From Lousy Netbook Graphics
If you want to get slightly more speed out of that beater of a graphics chipset they call an Intel 945, GMABooster is the app for you. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by soccer1105: seems kinda dumb to me. No one buys a netbook for the graphics to begin with, what will a... 5 Responses | Other threads
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lenovo
Lenovo May Be Working on a Netbook That's Good Enough For Businessmen
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review
Viliv S5 Lightning Review (Netbook, Meet MID)
The gadget: Viliv S5, a computer that fits in your palm, packing all the Atom processor power of the latest netbooks along with GPS. More » -
apple
Apple on Netbooks: 'If We Find a Way We Can Deliver an Innovative Product...'
During their quarterly earnings call, Apple COO (and acting head honcho) Tim Cook had this response to the netbook question that recurs on every one of these calls:
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Comment by willyolio: innovate? make a 10" aluminum rectangle. isn't that how apple innovates? 15 Responses | Other threads
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android
I-Buddie Netbook Proves It Can Run Android
We don't know much about this odd German I-Buddie netbook, but this video shows a prototype in action, which presumably means this Atom-driven gadget will actually be sold at some point. [Netbook News via Engadget]
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By Dan NosowitzComment by xbrav: So many netbooks. I admit they're handy, but why can't they put the money to good use and give us... 2 Responses | Other threads
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netbook
A-View Netbook With Detachable Tablet Screen For $150
Details are scarce, but it appears that Taiwan-based Aware Electronics is planning to release a netbook with a detachable screen (similar to the Touch Book) for only $150. More » -
nokia
Rumor: Nokia Is Gonna Make Netbooks
TheStreet says that Nokia "has sealed its plans" to get into netbooks, which will be made for them by Foxconn (so it's cheaper, easier and faster for them to start). But here's the real question: What OS is it gonna run? [The Street]
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Comment by smirkette: Whatever they do, you can be sure that it is fairly well-designed, a solid build, and ... about five years... 2 Responses | Other threads
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dell
Leaked Dell Internal Product Roadmap Reveals Mini 11 Netbook
We received word today that Dell is talking about a Mini 11 netbook behind closed doors. Mahoney, that Mini 9 Hackintosh OS X howto was awesome, so be ready for this when it hits, ok? More »
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By Jack LoftusComment by AreWeThereYeti: 1) 11.6" = awesome 2) < $500 = awesomer 3) It will have an ULV Celero/Pentium, not an Atom. If the... 2 Responses | Other threads
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android
HP Tests Android For Netbooks, Says WSJ
The WSJ says HP has been running tests for Android in netbooks, leading us to believe that there's some kind of low-priced, 3G-connected HP netbook in development. But, just because it's in development doesn't mean it's actually going to be released, so don't get too excited there netbook cheapos. [Marketwatch] -
clips
A Tour of MSI's Thin and Light X340 Laptop
Every major netbook manufacturer has their own budget MacBook Air-like system coming to the market soon. Here's the first look at something slightly more spacious, MSI's X340, a full-sized 13.4-inch laptop in a petite frame. More » -
leak
Dell Latitude 2100 'Welch' Netbooks Leaked
A tipster just leaked these Dell Latitude 2100 'Welch' laptops to us, which have a 10-inch display and are aimed under $600. The best part are the names: School Bus Orange and Red Apple.
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rumor
Reuters' Source Confirms Apple 10-inch Touchscreen Order for Third Quarter
Reuters is also confirming the rumors from the Commercial Times about Apple ordering 10-inch touchscreens for third quarter. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Matingmonkey is a proud eMac owner: Sorry Apple, but i don't plan on buying your touchscreen computer. pshh, like they care, people will go crazy over it... 6 Responses | Other threads
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really?
"Several" Netbook Editions Means There Will Actually Be 10 Versions of Windows 7
Besides all the Windows 7 flavors we told you about, Bloomberg is reporting that there won't just be one Windows 7 Netbook Edition, there will "several editions." What the eff. More » -
windows 7
Ballmer Confirms Skinny Version of Windows 7 for Netbooks
Even though Microsoft says Windows 7 works beautifully on netbooks just the way it is—and it's true—Steve Ballmer confirmed they're making Windows 7 tighten things up to run even better on them. More » -
Vaio P
Vaio P Capoeira: Two Half-Naked Dudes Doing Flips and Crazy Stuff Holding a $900 Netbook
"The Vaio P isn't pocketable? Well, how about some topless dudes in white pants jump around and do flips and and kicks and stuff? Now what? Yeah, that's right. Suck it." [Pocketables via BBG] -
dell
Dell Wants to Set "Netbook" Free
Psion, the wee company that decided no one should say netbook so it could pursue the spoils of trademark battles, just got a kick in the balls from Dell. More » -
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Beta Version of Asus T91 Tablet Netbook Gets Touched All Over
Sascha of Netbooknews.de got to muck around with the beta-version of Asus' T91 tablet netbook. While the UI is still rough around the edges, it looks to be a promising addition to the tablet family. More »
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By Elaine ChowComment by Andrew Mussey: Nice. This might fix what's prevented me from jumping in to the netbook market: the lack of any use... 4 Responses | Other threads
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dealzmodo
Sony Vaio P $200 Rebate from Verizon
If you activate the Sony Vaio P's built-in 3G EVDO connection by March 31, Verizon will give you a $200 debit card. Not too shabby. [Pocketables via jkontherun] -
concepts
The Apple Netbook, if Designed by Sony
Yes, this MacBook Mini concept by designer Isamu Sanada looks a lot like Sony's Vaio P. But as I'm sure Sanada will tell you, its tri-fold style is pure brochure, baby.
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By Mark WilsonComment by ALT: Or you could just make an apple shaped nipple mouse a la thinkpad. 8 Responses | Other threads
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