Asus Eee PC 900 – $100 Rebates

I’m not sure if Asus is trying to clear out the 8.9-inch Asus Eee PC 900, or if they are doing this to differentiate the Intel Celeron-powered 900 from the Intel-Atom powered Eee PC 901, but Asus is now offering a $100 rebate on Eee … Read more

Dell Latitude E Series (E4200, E4300) – Announcement Coming?

Dell Latitude E4200 It would appear that we will soon be seeing full information (and release dates) for the Dell Latitude E series – the Latitude E4200 and Latitude E4300. This, according to an official appearance of the “Laitude E-Family Laptops!” on Dell.com.

The E4300 will probably have a 13.3-inch display and possibly be a replacement for the Latitude D430 (which, while the D430 has a smaller display, the e4300 actually weighs less).

The E4200 will probably have a 12.1-inch widescreen display, start at 2.2 pounds (1kg) weight-wise), and could be the high-end version of this series (with the E4300 being a reasonably-priced version of the D430).

Both should have DisplayPort (an upgrade for video connections), eSATA, and should be based on Intel’s Centrino 2 platform.

Engadget believes that based on the appearance at Dell.com, that there will be an official announcement sometime in the next five weeks .

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Windows XP and End of Life

Just a reminder, Windows XP is reaching End-Of-Life (EOL) status for many laptops (and desktops) in the next week or so (June 30, 2008 to be precise). This affects both OEM and Retail License sales. While some companies such as Dell are extending their sales … Read more

Dell E and E Slim

Looks like the Dell Mini Inspiron ummmm make that “Dell E” is going to be priced incredibly cheap – starting at $299. Engadget got the scoop tonight, and Dell won’t just be offering an 8.9-inch device, they’ll also be rolling out the 12.1-inch “E Slim”. … Read more

Michael Dell on Mini Inspiron

Last week, Dell invited thirteen journalists from various Asian countries to Dell’s headquarters in Round Rock, Texas. Among the things discussed, brief mentions were made towards the end of the gathering by Michael Dell concerning Dell’s Mini Inspiron. The Mini Inspiron is Dell’s 8.9-inch entry … Read more