Nvidia to enter Netbook market with Ion Platform

December 18, 2008

Nvidia will enter the netbook market next year, with their new platform called Ion! which combines their Geforce 9400M chipset with Intel’s Atom processor. It should end-up replacing the GMA 945 chipset currently found in netbooks.

Simply, it will make netbooks that little bit more capable, possibly allowing users to run more intensive applications, operating systems, play HD videos or even make light use of photoshop.

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MiTAC to launch MiStation gOS Netbook

October 26, 2008

Yes, another one! it only means more choice for the consumer. MiTAC’s MiStation features the Atom 1.6GHz processor, 20GB SSD or 60GB hard drive, 8.9-inch LCD screen, WiFi 802.11b/g, integrated GPS, Bluetooth, SD card and a built-in 1.3 Megapixel webcam. gOS is the choice of operating system which is based on Ubuntu.

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Packard Bell “dot” 8.9-inch netbook announced

September 23, 2008

Packard Bell have followed the latest trend and have announced their the “dot” netbook. It features a Atom processor, 1 GB if RAM, 160GB HD space, web cam, 3g module and a 6-cell battery for improved battery life. Its priced at £315 and due for release in November this year! Its been a while since I’ve heard the name “Packard Bell”, whatever happened to them?