NetbookTech

Dell enhances their netbook product lineup today with the introduction of the new lower-cost Mini 10v netbook. The Mini 10v has similar features to the Mini 10, is available in seven colors, and will have a starting price of $299. Here are the basic specs to the Mini 10v:

• Intel Atom Processor N270 (the Mini 10 has the Z520/Z530)
• Windows XP Home Edition (although Ubuntu is available – just not for less though)
• 10.1 inch 1024 x 576 display
• 1 GB SDRAM
• 120GB 2.5 inch 5400 SATA HDD (the Mini 10 has the 160GB HDD)
• Intel GMA 950 graphics
• Wi-Fi
• 24 WHr Lithium Ion 3 cell battery
• 92 percent keyboard
• Built-in webcam
• Starting price of $299

The standard color for the Mini 10v will be Obsidian Black but you’ll be able to choose from Alpine White, new Cherry Red, Promise Pink (US), Ice Blue, Jade Green and new Passion Purple for an additional $40 dollars.

Now a small word of warning: Like the Mini 10, it appears the 10v’s RAM amount is fixed to 1GB in its current iteration. It’s unclear whether this means the RAM is soldered onto the motherboard right now but we’re guessing it is if it follows the current Mini 10. Dell is supposed to release newer Mini 10’s that are RAM upgradeable down the road. In the meantime, it’s still hard for us to recommend going with a system with only 1GB of RAM – especially if you install Windows 7 on it.

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