Dual-Core Intel Atom in September?

If Fudzilla is right, a dual-core Intel Atom CPU could be introduced as soon as the end of September. An introduction date of September 21, 2008, is cited. The Atom is in quite a few popular netbooks / sub-notebooks, such as the Acer Aspire One, … Read more

Dell E / Inspiron Mini Specs – More Details

Well, it sounds like the 8.9-inch Dell E (or Inspiron Mini) is getting closer and closer, if Zumo is correct. Backing up a few things said earlier this month, Zumo has quite a few details they claim to have gleaned from a visit to Dell. … Read more

Sandisk: Windows Vista and SSDs – Not a Good Combination

CNET / News.com is running an article by Brooke Crothers that addresses several issues with Solid State Drives (SSDs) and even provides another reason why Microsoft was willing to extend Windows XP’s lifespan for netbooks and other ultraportable devices. Basically it boils down to Windows … Read more

Asus Eee PC 1000H – $100 Price Drop

It looks like the 10″ Asus Eee PC 1000H is undergoing a price drop, at least in the US. The model in question is listed as EEEPC1000H-BK009X. It’s now showing up online for $549.99 with 80GB Hard Drive, 1GB Memory, Windows XP, and the color … Read more

Dell E / Mini Inspiron – August?

Looks like the Dell E, aka the Mini Inspiron, (Dell’s 8.9-inch entry into the low-cost netbook market) could be available as soon as this August, according to DigiTimes. DigiTimes is reporting that the Dell E will be manufactured by Compal Electronics, with Samsung Electronics, Chi … Read more