NetbookTech

Just wanted to provide a few more details on that LG X300 product launch from over a week ago. The system specs are as follows:

• 2.0 GHz Intel Menlow platform
• Up to 2GB of RAM
• 128 GB solid state drive
• Measures a mere 17.5 mm thick
• Weighs a mere 970 grams
• 11.6 inch LCD display made from Corning Inc’s Gorilla glass
• Reflective keyboard
• Borderless touchpad
• Built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam with You-Cam viewer
• SRS TruSurround HD sound
• embedded 3G chipset with support for GSM, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, or HSDPA
• Available in two colors – white and light brown
• Windows 7 Home Premium OS
• Ships with a spare 2 cell battery for up to 7 hours of power
• Fan-less silent operation

And yes – the X300 is available in Asia first in March followed by releases in the Middle-East and South America.

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Introduced at CES 2010, the new LG X300 ultra-portable is set to go on sale this month in Asia. The X300 features a 2GHz Intel Menlow platform (Atom processor), 2GB of memory, and a 128GB solid state drive. Other specs include:

• 11.6 inch LCD display
• Windows 7 Home Premium
• Two batteries – an internal battery and an extra 2 cell battery for up to 7 hours of power
• 1.3 megapixel webcam
• Built-in 3G modem supporting GSM, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, or HSDPA

The X300 measures 17.5 mm thick and weighs a mere 970 grams. Expect the system to show up in the Middle East and South America after its Asia rollout. No word on when the system will show up in the U.S.

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LG showed off their recently launched LG X120 netbook at the Digital Experience event last night held at the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas. The X120 (which was launched on Nov. 23rd) features:

• Intel Atom N270
• Intel GMA 950 graphics
• 1GB of RAM
• 160GB HDD
• 10.1 inch backlit non-glare LED display
• Built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam
• HD stereo speakers
• Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR
• 4 in 1 media card reader
• Smart On interface that loads the web, photos, IM, and MP3 player in seconds with touch of a single button
• Measures 1.5 inches thin and weighs 2.79 lbs
• Windows XP Home Edition

The X120 is available for $179.99 with a two year contract from AT&T Mobile Broadband. You can purchase the system at Radio Shack.

Yeah I know.. I’ve been slacking a bit more than usual on the news. Just very busy…

In case you missed this one last week, AT&T formally announced last week a new trial whereby they would offer mini-laptop (netbook) systems at some retail stores in Atlanta and Philadelphia. For Atlanta, AT&T announced:

• Several netbook systems with built-in AT&T 3G wireless broadband support at a promotional price of $49.99 with the purchase of AT&T “Internet At Home and On The Go” broadband services
• Trial 30 minute in-store tech support at select locations who purchase a qualifying data plan
• As part of the same trial in select stores, an “Internet at Home and One the Go” package that combines home and mobile broadband starting at $59.95 per month – this includes 3G network access and access to AT&T Wi-Fi hotspots
• Pre-installed AT&T communication manager application on netbooks

AT&T will also be offering similar deals at 8 Philadelphia retail locations. Netbooks available at the AT&T stores include:

• Acer Aspire One
• Dell Inspiron Mini 9 and Mini 12
• LG Xenia

Promotional Prices for these netbooks range from $49.99 to $249.99 with the purchase of an AT&T Internet at Home and On the Go plan (which includes an AT&T DataConnect Plan and AT&T Fast Access DSL starting at $59.95 per month)

Netbooks aren’t the only products AT&T is dabbling with here – they company will also offer the Lenovo X200 for $749.99 with Internet at Home and On the Go plan (or $849.99 with a two year DataConnect plan only).

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Forbes is reporting that Korean manufacturer, LG Electronics, is gearing up to bring their netbook product lineup to the U.S. this summer. The company entered the netbook market late last year with the introduction of the X110 netbook. Since then, the netbook has made its way to most major markets around the world except for the U.S. In addition, LG introduced a follow-up model last month at the Mobile World Congress called the X120.

According to LG president and chief executive, Skott Ahn, the X110 will be coming to the U.S. before July at a price point of around $400 dollars.

What makes LG’s entrance into the U.S. netbook market particularly interesting is their existing strong presence in the mobile phone market. It’s not hard to imagine LG branded netbooks being offered at a subsidized price along with a new mobile broadband account from mobile carriers such as Verizon Wireless and AT&T. This could easily become a lucrative revenue stream for LG – alongside their strong mobile phone product line.

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UK news paper, Times Online, is out with a look at six different netbook systems – several of which are somewhat obscure models. Each review is short – basically a summary of what they liked and didn’t like about each model. The six reviewed netbooks include the Toshiba NB100, Dell Inspiron Mini 9, Medion Akoya Mini E1210, Advent 4213, HP Mini-Note 2140, and the LG X110. Both the HP Mini 2140 and the Dell Inspiron Mini 9 received the highest marks – 4 out of 5. The worst was the Medion Akoya Mini E1210 which was given a 2 out of 5.

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LG Electronics announced their latest netbook offering today at the Mobile World Congress being held in Barcelona. Known as the LG-X120, the netbook features a built-in 3G HSPA connection, a 160GB HDD, and a new Smart-On interface.

Smart-On is LG’s version of a fast boot system – bringing up an interface in only five seconds that allows users to access frequently used applications such as an MP3 player, photo viewer, and Internet suite.

Other features of the LG LG-X120 include:

• Smart-Link technology which allows the netbook to connect to computers via USB cable to share files or install new apps
• Soft-textured classic white exterior with white lime or pink detailing
• Matt surface cover resists fingerprints and scratches
• 160GB HDD
• 3G HSPA connectivity
• Weighs just 1.2 kg
• 3 cell battery life offers 3.5 hours and 6 cell battery offers 7 hours
• Built-in 1.3 megapixel camera
• SRS WOW HD and TruSurround XT audio
• LED Backlight display

The LG-X120 will be available in Europe starting in March and is currently on display at the MWC. No word on processor tho we assume it’s an Intel Atom on the inside

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LG Electronics announced yesterday that they will begin releasing the 3G X110 netbook in overseas market beginning this weekend. The X110 will be unveiled in 20 nations across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia; It had previously been available locally in South Korea. The X110 weighs 1.19 kg, has a 10 inch display, and supports 3G mobile broadband networks. Other features include an Intel Atom processor, 1GB of RAM, 160GB HDD, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Windows XP Home.

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Fudzilla reports that the LG X110 netbook is starting to pop up at some European retailers. It appears only a single configuration is currently available for the X110. Priced at €499, the model has the following specs:

• Intel Atom Processor Model N270 running at 1.6GHz
• 1GB of RAM
• 160GB HDD
• Intel GMA950 chipset
• 3 USB 2.0 ports
• LAN port
• 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth
• UMTS support
• 4 in 1 memory card reader
• 1.3 megapixel webcam
• 10.2 inch WSVGA non-glare LED TFT display
• Windows Vista or XP Home
• 3 cell battery

A model without UMTS support should be available later for €399.

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Here’s more good stuff from SlashGear.com – they have additional live shots of the newly announced LG X110 MOMO. This 10 inch Intel Atom-based netbook will be available in Europe at the end of this month with prices ranging from 399 to 499 EUR.

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