Laptops: MSI U123 Netbook Comes to Japan in Two Weeks
MSI will soon be releasing its lates U123 netbook in Japan. It will be available from April 11th for around 49,800 Yen (€372). Its features will include:
According to some sources, the DVD-equipped ASUS Eee PC E1004DN will be available from retailers from mid-April at a price between $531 and $590. This netbook was originally slated to remain in Europe and China only, but was spotted clearing the FCC at the beginning of the month. It's features include:
Samsung has recently announced its latest netbook with model number N120. It's features are mostly common with those of the other similar models (N110, N310), and include:
10.1" display;
Intel Atom CPU @ 1.6Ghz;
10.5hrs runtime from the 6-cell battery pack;
160GB HDD;
1GB of RAM;
1.3Mpix webcam;
Wi-Fi;
Bluetooth 2.0;
Full size anti-bacterial keyboard;
three USB 2.0 ports;
3-in-1 memory card reader;
1.28kg weight (including battery);
1.5W speakers and a subwoofer
No pricing has been revealed so far, but the Samsung N120 will be available in April in most of the markets around the world.
Computer Shopper came up with a review of the powerful Asus W90Vp-X1 18.4" laptop, saying it "raises the bar for all comers." Basically, it's a $2200 worth portable desktop with a "beautiful HD display, a powerful audio system, and an easy-to-use overclocking utility". I must say, for that kind of cash one could just build an uber-powerful desktop rig, as that would be a more reasonable purchase, especially for gamers.
Sony has introduced a new GPS model for the Japanese market called Sony NV-U3C. Like all the other Sony NV series devices it does split screen view, but unlike its US counterparts this model offers realistic street sign view, lane assistance, and a feature called PetaMap, which provides updates and sales info from local restaurants and stores. The device also features a 3.5" 4:3 QVGA screen, 4GB of internal memory, and offers three external colors to choose from: obnoxious pink, boring gray, and snow white.
Yesterday Taiwanese-based manufacturer Shuttle announced a new netbook called X50. Its features are pretty standard, including a 15.6” 1366x768 touchscreen, Atom A330 CPU, 1GB of RAM, and a 160GB HDD.
It should be going for around $500 when it's released.