Posts Tagged ‘notebook computers’
Dell wants its Eee PC
The Chairman Dell, head of Asia / Pacific and Japan, Stephen Felice, announced that the laptops to renowned mainstream consumer-class families, the Dell Inspiron and Dell Vostro face with their configurations and low price, a hungry open field low cost laptops, for now controlled by ‘Asus Eee PC. It is not the first time that the Texas company shows its interest in emerging markets, so that last December the model Inspiron 1525, new 15.4-inch consumer notebook computers at low cost, made its debut on the Australian store, almost wanting to test the response of consumers.
The American multinational is expected to grow by over 10% in the market mentioned above, preparing to launch mobile than twice the proposals last year. The spokesman notes that the company has changed its attitude towards the emerging markets: if the first strategy was to launch a comprehensive, yet each local area will be monitored carefully in order to develop a service suited to the characteristics market.
Dell confirm Inspiron Mini 12 axe: focus on 10-inch netbook “sweet spot”
Dell have confirmed that they are killing off the Inspiron Mini 12, the company’s 12-inch netbook, leaving only 10-inch models in the company’s range. According to a posting on the Direct2Dell forums, the decision to axe the Mini 12 is in response to the “sweet spot” of 10-inch models that Dell has found buyers prefer.
“So, should you read anything into this as far as Dell’s commitment to the netbook space? Nope. It really boils down to this: for a lot of customers, 10-inch displays are the sweet spot for netbooks. That’s why we offer two different 10-inch Inspiron netbooks for Mini 10 and the Mini 10v. And on the Latitude side, the Latitude 2100 netbook is finding a home in schools all over the place. Portability is one of the key points for netbook customers. Larger notebooks require a little more horsepower to be really useful” Lionel Menchaca, chief blogger, Dell Community
However the company denies that it is backing out of the netbook space altogether, instead suggesting that the 12-inch screen size segment will be catered for by entry-level models in its mainstream notebook range. The Mini 12 has had a mixed past, with talk of its demise dating back to February this year.
However it is still available – along with the Dell Inspiron Mini 9, which has been given a temporary reprieve – from the Dell Outlet. The company has not commented on the more obvious possibility that it’s partly Intel’s dislike of 12-inch Atom-based netbooks that has led to them canceling the Mini 12.
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Getac 9213 “Business Rugged” notebook blends sturdy and stylish
Rugged computers generally look like a cross between the Michelin Man and some sort of inflatable life-raft, so it’s nice to see a notebook that wears its shock-resistance discretely. To be fair to the competition, the Getac 9213 is described as “business rugged”, which means while its full magnesium allow chassis and case, and shock-mounted HDD and 13.3-inch WXGA display may stand up to the occasional bump and drop, it’s not quite in Panasonic Toughbook territory.
Still, there’s a spill-resistant keyboard and touchpad, and the rest of the hardware specs aren’t exactly lacking. A 45nm Intel Core 2 Duo Penryn-class ULV processor provides the grunt, along with 3GB of RAM and 160GB HDD (250GB optional), and battery life is tipped at up to 8hrs. Pop out the optical drive and you can fit a second battery, pushing that figure up to 12hrs.
There’s also WiFi a/g/n, Bluetooth, a 1.3-megapixel webcam and digital microphone array. A fingerprint scanner and integrated TPM security module round out the hardware. The Getac 9213 is available now, with an MRSP of $1,799.
Press Release:
GETAC INTRODUCES NEW 9213 BUSINESS RUGGED NOTEBOOK
Light, Compact Notebook Offers World-Class Rugged Protection and Advanced Features and Functions Found Only in Larger, Heavier Notebooks
LAKE FOREST, CA. July 09, 2009 — Getac Inc., a leading innovator and manufacturer of rugged computers that meet the demands of field-based applications, is introducing its smallest and lightest business-rugged notebook computer. With its full magnesium alloy chassis and case and shock mounted HDD and LCD, the Getac 9213 can handle all the bumps, drops, and mishaps that would render conventional commercial notebook computers useless. In addition, it boasts a spill-resistant keyboard, touchpad and surrounding surface to protect the notebook from accidents that often happen in “friendlier” surroundings like the office. These rugged features, along with its compact size, lightweight design and advanced functions, make the Getac 9213 the ideal mobile computing companion everywhere business takes you.
As a business notebook powered by the latest ultra-low voltage 45nm Intel Core 2 Duo Penryn Processor, the Getac 9213 provides outstanding battery life up to 8 hours and its removable optical drive allows for an additional battery for up to 12 hours of power – a must-have option for on-site and remote operation.
When it comes to data security, the Getac 9213 is at the top of its class. Advanced solutions for added security include a built-in TPM security module and fingerprint scanner to ensure only authorized personnel are gaining access to valuable and sensitive documents. Its shock-protected HDD also ensures that information is safe from damage due to excessive abuse from everyday use in the field.
“Our customers and resellers have been asking for a business-rugged computer that is small and lightweight but still offers many of the durability and security features found in our fully-rugged products,” says Jim Rimay, president, Getac, Inc. “By leveraging 20 years building fully rugged computers, we were able to design the new Getac 9213 to withstand the drops, shocks and spills mobile professionals experience in an incredibly lightweight system with excellent battery life.”
The Getac 9213 incorporates a number of additional features including a 1.3 megapixel webcam and two digital mic arrays. When combined with its built-in 802.11 a/g/n WLAN and Bluetooth functions, users can wirelessly communicate information, access the Web and interface with mobile devices and peripherals for optimal versatility. Its bright 13.3-inch widescreen WXGA TFT LCD monitor with LED backlight gives users the flexibility to effectively use the notebook in virtually any lighting condition. With 3GB of on-board memory and 160GB of storage (with optional 250GB capacity), users will find the 9213 to be fast and responsive.
About Getac
Getac, Inc., A subsidiary of MiTAC Technology Corporation, was founded in 1989 as a joint venture with GE Aerospace and has been a pioneer and innovator in the rugged mobile computing industry ever since. Getac provides premier fully rugged, rugged and semi-rugged notebook, tablet PC and handheld solutions for the military, law enforcement, public safety, utility, telecommunication, manufacturing, field service and mobile workforce industries. All Getac rugged models are strictly controlled and monitored from the design, manufacture, quality assurance to service flows, making Getac an industry-preferred rugged computer provider. For more information, visit www.getac.com.
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