Gizmodo: portable computer

Miu's Does-Everything HDPC Gets Stylish Makeover, Atom Processor

Kit Eaton — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:45:00 EDT

Someone with a better sense of product design has been in Miu's offices: the new version of its dual-screened Hybrid Dual Portable Computer actually looks pretty slick (the old one looked like a bucket of bolts, if you remember). It's still packing navigation/computing power/cellphone/media player/kitchen-sink functionality inside, only this time it's got an Atom processor powering it all, alongside an ARM processor for handling basic small-screen tasks, which should add oomph. No news on pricing or availability, but the earlier version was around $500. [Pocketables via Engadget]

Asus F6 Comes With Webcam, 13-inch Screen, Eau de Asus

Elaine Chow — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 11:00:00 EDT

Looks like Asus is sniffing out the next big thing now that it's found heaps of success with its EeePC concept, and has decided that what the world really needs is a notebook that can function both as a mid-range computer and an Air Wick. The Asus F6 boasts a 13.3 inch screen, an integrated webcam, an Intel Core2 Duo processor, up to 4GB of DRAM support, up to 320GB of HD space and comes in four scents – Floral Blossom, Musky Black, Morning Dew and Aqua Ocean. Asus doesn't say how long the fragrance is supposed to last, or whether you can reapply it. But for a couple of days at least, when the patrons of your local coffee shop wrinkle up their noses and ask “What's that smell?” you can proudly say “Me.” [Asus via Far East Gizmos]

Gigabyte's 3G-Capable MID M528 Coming Out On Sept 17 For $689

Elaine Chow — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:00:00 EDT

A release date and price has been set for UMPC contender Gigabyte's MID M528, a diminutive portable computer with a slide out keyboard, according to the folks over at UMPC Portal. A product page on Gigabyte's site put the cost at $689 and availability on Sept. 17. The page then disappeared, but not before intrepid internet surfers could get a nice screen grab.

The M528 contains a 4.8 inch screen with a 800 x 480 pixel resolution, a 800 Mhz Intel Atom, 512 MB RAM, roughly 4GB of storage space, and an 11 hour battery in a case that weighs about three quarters of a pound. It also boasts 3G, which makes it a possible replacement for the Nokia N810 if you think 3G's worth paying over double for. [UMPC Portal]

Sony Teases New Centrino 2 Notebook Line for Monday

Elaine Chow — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 15:20:00 EDT

Sony Style has posted a teaser on its front page promising that the company's going to drop some knowledge on Monday at 9PM. Chances are, it's about Sony's new Centrino 2-based VAIO line, which should offer better performance while consuming less power than its older models. Laptops rumored to be featured include the company's first 16:9-ratio notebooks, including the 13.1-inch VAIO Z and the 16.4-inch VAIO FZ. [Electronista]