Intel always dreamt of making the one perfect Mobile Internet Device that could do everything a Noteboook could, yet, fit int he pocket. The dreams started off with experiment: Netbooks. Luckily, the idea created a new Niche though was exaggerated by several big brands. Watching the growing success, Intel now upgrades existing line of Atom Processors. Intel’s latest offering is N450 processor and NM10 Express chipset also referred to as “Pine Trail”. Intel Plans to debuts this in CES 2010 January. Side-by-side HP, Acer, Dell, Asus, Read further »

Not all PCs: Notebooks, Netbooks are capable of playing High Definition 720p, 1080p Videos. But don’t panic there is a way out. Method 1. Right Codec (Software) Earlier we made a comprehensive post on how you can get 1080p fullHD Video Playback on any PC. Follow the guide, it will help you do it with software upgrade. Method 2. Video Decoder accelearator (Hardware) Most Light and portable Netbooks will even cry while playing 720p because of limited Intel Atom CPU Power and onboard Intel GMA chipset. In such cases, Read further »

Here is a secret behind Intel Atom: Intel was never interested in Making Netbook Niche segment. The Original plan, still on track, was to make Mobile internet devices [MID] which are capable of doing everything a PC can do, on the move, in the pocket. The Experiment started on lighter Notebooks, then started to be known as Netbooks. Luckily, the idea prevailed and sales grew in number, and finally found a space in market as  new niche segment. Now Read further »

Earlier we heard of gScreen which was the first dual screen Notebook. Here comes the first dual-screen Netbook from Kohjinsha. It features a sliding dual screen that can serve the prupose for enthusiasts.  The display is very clear and well-lit. Each LCD is 10.1-inch capable of outputting at either 1024 x 600 or 1366 x 768 resolution. If one screen suffices the requirement, you can slide the other one behind the main one hiding it for good. What’s good is the base can rotate horizontally. Specs: The Netbook has an onboard DirectX 10-compatible graphics powered by Read further »

Chrome OS is scheduled for next year but we see some mocking done by Jolicloud, and to our surprise it’s good. Jolicloud is a new Linux based operating system aimed at netbooks. currently, it’s available on invite basis, but we managed to get our Hands-on. This OS is built on Debian Flavor: Ubuntu Netbook Remix(9.04). The OS has been modified to create even more lighter, stripped down version good enough for Netbooks. At first glance it looks like nothing more than Ubuntu with a new skin, but Read further »

Keyboard is an Input Device – Wrong! Asus has taken pledge to re-define the old-definition. After their cool line-up of Eee Netbooks, they are here to revolutionize & invade the keyboards. Specs: This sleek device has a remarkable 5-inch touchscreen and Ultra Wideband HDMI (with receiver) to connect to your HDTV. The Eee Keyboard’s netbook-like specs also include a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor, 1GB of DDR2 RAM, 16- or 32GB solid-state hard disk, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI, Wireless HDMI, a USB 2.0 and ofcourse Read further »

Nokia unveiled its first netbook. Called the Nokia Booklet 3G, the long-rumored device features a 10-inch screen, weighs 2.75 pounds, runs Windows, and has Wi-Fi 802.11g as well as to cellular 3G wireless networks. Throw a stone in the dark with All Electronics companies around and chances are high that you will hit a company who has a Netbook  released or upcoming. Whether it’s a Graphics leader like Nvidia or a small computer manufacturer like CompuTex any brand can have a Netbook. All you need is marketing and a supplier. This Finland based comapny already has a Big Marketing thick on the ground. Specs: You could call it a fancy netbook, what with its Atom processor and Read further »

Every one loves the sleek and sexy look of MacBook Air – The Tempting Design. But can everyone afford a shiny notebook that starts from $1500 ? Answer is NO. That’s why, here is an alternative for you, which ofcourse doesn’t match Hardware configuration of Air, but somehow manages to live upto the expectations of design. iiView, a Singapore based manufacturer, comes with something that can replace Air, atleast design wise. iiView is actually a Intel Atom Based Netbook. Cyril Alonzo, CEO of iiView, said that instead of making Read further »

Chrome OS is now the hottest things over the internet. Earlier a wrote an article that gave the Verdict on chrome OS. Taking a step ahead, let’s take a look at the few Facts we know about the Chrome OS at this point.  Later, we will look at the reasons why it can Matter for you and the reasons why it may turn out to be Irrelevant for rest of us. Fact List: Segment Targetting: It will be Targetting primarily at Netbooks, and eventually, Notebooks, Desktops in later half of 2010. Architecture: It will run with a Linux kernel as its core. On boot, it will directly go into the Chrome Web Read further »

Till date Microsoft had close partnership with Intel for their systems and the collaborations was often known as WINTEL (Windows-Intel). This trend is going to gear up to another level as a result of partnership of Intel with Google for Chrome OS. Now, sources say that Google approached Intel a while back to work together closely, to design Chrome OS suited for Intel architecture. The reason is but obvious, nearly 80% of the PCs/Notebooks/Netbooks are equipped with Intel processors. Google has plans for release of Chrome Os in later half of 2010, with the first phase targetting to capture Netbook market, and Read further »