Intel Corporation announced today that new netbooks based on the dual-core Intel Atom N550 mobile processor are available in stores today.
“The netbooks – available now and through the end of the year from manufacturers including Acer, ASUS, Fujitsu, Lenovo, LG, Samsung, MSI, and Toshiba – enable new levels of support for applications like games, as well as Adobe Flash technology for access to a number of Web pages including online hotel booking systems and multimedia sites such as YouTube and Hulu,” Intel’s press release says.
However, we were not able to find any Atom N550-powered netbook at online retailers in the U.S. at the time of this writing.
The N550, the first dual-core Atom CPU for mobile computers, supports up to four computing threads and is clocked at 1.5GHz. The 64-bit 45nm chip has 2x512KB of cache, a maximal thermal design power of 8.5W, and a 200MHz graphics core.
Asustek U.K. has released two new models from their N entertainment notebook series: the 15.6-inch N53JN and 17.3-inch N73JN, both featuring ASUS SonicMaster / Bang & Olufsen ICEpower audio, Nvidia Optimus switchable graphics technology, and the latest Intel processors.
According to the computer maker, SonicMaster-compliant laptops like the new N Series incorporate large speaker chambers, more powerful amplifiers and extensive software processing to deliver breathtaking audio fidelity.
The Asus N53JN features the Intel Core i5-520M 2.4GHz or i3-370M 2.4GHz processor, Nvidia GeForce GT325 or 415M dedicated graphics, 4GB of DDR3 memory, 320 or 500GB of hard disk space, a Blu-Ray combo drive, a 1366×768-pixel display resolution, and Windows 7 Home Premium OS.
The Asus N73JN features the Intel Core i5-520M, GeForce GT325M, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, 640GB of storage with two 320GB hard disk drives, a Blu-Ray combo drive, 1600×900-pixel screen, and Windows 7 Home Premium.
The 6.39-pound N53JN and 7.5-pound N73JN also include webcams, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet LAN, Bluetooth, one USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0 ports, an eSATA/USB combo port, multi-in-one card readers, HDMI and VGA outputs, and full-sized keyboards with numeric pads.
The Asus N53JN and N73JN are available in the UK with a starting price of £649.99 (about $1,002) and £1,099 (about $1,695), respectively.
The N73JN (N73JN-X1) is already available in the U.S. for $999.99.
China-based Rockchip has showcased the Supernova X1, a 3D-capable tablet prototype.
Watching 3D content on the X1 doesn’t require special glasses.
There is no word on specifications, pricing, and availability.
A Supernova X1 video demo can be found here.
Australian e-tailer Penta has started offering the Gigabyte GA-T1005M, the first convertible laptop with an Intel Atom dual-core processor.
The Atom N550-powered GA-T1005M features a 10.1-inch capacitive multitouch display at 1366×768 pixels, 2GB DDR3 memory, a 320GB hard drive, 6-cell battery, and Windows 7 Home Premium OS.
The 3.2-pound tablet PC sports a 1.3MP web camera, stereo speakers, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a built-in antenna for optional HSDPA 3.5G mobile broadband module, one USB 3.0 port, two USB 2.0 ports, an eSATA/USB combo, ExpressCard slot, 4-in-1 media card reader, and a VGA output.
Gigabyte’s GA-T1005M is priced at 905 Australian dollars (around 800 USD, 630 Euros).
There’s no info on availability in other parts of the world.
Asustek’s 18.4-inch Asus NX90Jq multimedia notebook with an innovative design and SonicMaster audio technology is now available for purchase.
Several e-tailers in the U.S. are offering the NX90Jq-A1 model, which features the Intel Core I7-720QM 1.6GHz quad-core processor, Nvidia GeForce GT335M 1GB dedicated graphics, 8GB od DDR3 memory, 1.28TB of storage using dual 640GB hard disks, and a Blu-ray Combo drive.
Its LED-backlit 18.4″ display has a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels.
According to the company, incorporated SonicMaster audio technology co-developed with Bang & Olufsen provides “the best codec and highest-powered notebook amplifier available” which “delivers wider sonic range, louder volume and deeper bass.”
The speakers in the Asus N90X are integrated into the lid, as opposed to the main chassis, which is made of aluminum in this case. Another innovation are dual touchpads positioned at either side of the keyboard, serving as an “intuitive and enjoyable way for you to manage and play your multimedia content”.
The mobile media center also includes a 2MP web camera, microphone, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Gigabit LAN, Bluetooth, two USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0 ports (one shared with e-SATA), a digital/analog TV tuner, 8-in-1 media card reader, and HDMI and VGA outputs.
It weighs 9.7 lbs with the standard 6-cell battery and comes with Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit OS.
The Asus NX90Jq is available for about $2,200.
Asustek has announced the 10.1-inch Eee PC 1015PEM, the first netbook with the latest Intel Atom dual-core mobile processor.
Besides the Atom N550 at 1.5GHz with GMA 3150 integrated graphics, the Eee PC 1015PEM features up to 2GB of DDR3 memory, 250GB of storage space, a 1.3MP web camera, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN, Bluetooth, and three USB ports.
The ASUS Eee PC 1015PEM comes in four colors: red, black, white, and pink.
It will be available in Europe next week for 349 Euros (around 443 USD). There’s no info on availability in other parts of the world.
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