UK company X2 Computing has just launched a new tablet PC ironically called the iTablet.  And guess what the company's tagline is for their iTablet?

"the iTablet will revolutionize the way that Windows users can access and use data on the move."

Sounds familiar? Just don't mind the allusion to the iPad as I'm pretty sure that specs-wise the iTablet and the iPad are miles apart.

The iTablet features a 10.2-inch widescreen TFT or a 12.1-inch widescreen XGA display. The screen display can have an optional multitouch feature.  Other specs include - 1.6GHz Intel processor which I'm guessing would be the Atom N450, 250GB of HDD, built-in stereo speakers, 3 USB ports, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 1.3 MP webcam  and optional HDMI.

In addition the iTablet will support Flash and multitasking, two things which the iPad is not capable of.

The iTablet is scheduled to be launched in April and will be available in various colors - white, grey, pink, blue, red, yellow and black.

Pricing is not yet available though.

Via Pocket-lint

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iTablet Unveiled in UK, Looks Better than the iPad

This netbook has the same features as the last one we reviewed but the newer Atom N450 processor still isn't supported so you can't put Mac OS X in this machine, yet, unlike the other one we covered. Still, it's better than the original Air since it has a user replaceable battery and is less expensive. How cheap? It goes for just 1900 RMB (US$278), if you can fly to China to get one.

source M.I.C. gadget

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MacBook Air clone goes the extra mile, includes MBA box clone

French site Blogeee just got their hands on the dashing new Asus Eee PC 1008P sporting an exterior by international industrial designer Karim Rashid.

Asus Eee PC 1008P

• 10.1" 1024 x 600 display
• 1.66GHz Intel Atom N450 CPU with Intel NM10, GMA3150
• 2GB RAM
• 250GB HDD + 500GB ASUS Online WebStorage
• Windows 7 Starter
• 802.11b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, Gigabit LAN
• 2 x USB, 1.3MP webcam, card reader, Mini VGA port, mic and headphone out
• 3-cell battery (5.5 hour battery life)
• Weight: 1.13kg

According to the review, the unit is completely fingerprint-resistant and also has a removable battery which the original 1008HA does not. The ports are also hidden in the designer chassis, much like previous high-end Seashell Eee models.

The unit comes in pink, brown and black and retails for around €379 (US$525). Get a more in depth look over at Blogeee.

source Blogeee

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Reviewed: Asus Eee PC 1008P Karim Rashid edition

We've had a fair amount of coverage of MacBook Air clones in this site. What's not to love about them? They have the same thin-and-light body (even lighter since it's plastic and not aluminum) with a full-size chiclet keyboard. The price is really affordable since it's a glorified netbook and runs lower end components, which is fine for many mobile users. Not only that, it has more than one USB port! Some even have HDMI and LAN ports. Beat that, Apple!

The cloning cycle now comes to a full circle, with some of the newest clone models sporting that ubiquitous glowing Apple logo on the lid. It even trumps the MacBook Air in that you can choose the color of the logo from pink to green. It can even be customized and you can choose from silver, white and black chassis as well as from white or black keyboards. Some specs:

• 13.3" 1280 x 800 LCD
• 1.66GHz Intel Atom N280
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB HDD
• Windows XP or no OS
• 802.11b/g/n WiFi
• SD slot
• 2 x USB ports, HDMI out, LAN port, microphone and speaker jacks
• 3-cell battery (around 2 hours battery life)

I've personally handled quite a few of these and some can even run Mac OSX smoothly, turning it into an even better version of the Air. If you fancy getting one of these beauts, you will have to go to Shenzhen since I'm very doubtful your local retailer will sell these and risk Apple's trademark hammer slamming down on them. It'll cost you about $1700RMB ro US$249, not bad and some even offer one-year warranty for these.

Visit the link to admire this new netbook. From afar, of course.

source MIC Gadget

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MacBook Air knockoff does glowing Apple logo too (in pink no less)

Manli, a European electronics maker, introduces yet another CULV notebook into the fray called the Manli M7. The marketing pitch is that it's a "multimedia netbook". Some may argue that it's an ultralight and not a netbook. Let's see the specs.

Mani M7

• 12.1" 1366 x 768 LED-backlit display
• 1.3GHz Intel SU4100 CULV with GS45 chipset
• Intel GMA X4500
• 2GB DDR3 RAM
• 320GB HDD
• Windows 7 Starter or XP
• 802.11b/g/n WiFi
• Intel HD Audio, 2W speakers
• HDMI out
• 6-cell battery (6 hour battery life)
• Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (optional)
• 3G HSDPA (optional)
• DVB-T tuner (for TV and radio, optional)
• 1.48kg

It looks good from the above specs, with the LED-backlight for the LCD and optional TV + radio tuner. The 6-hour battery life is also nice, but I think that's for normal use and not when viewing video and multimedia. It'll come in a bunch of colors like lime green and pink, just like the 4GB Eee PC way back when.

If they price this right, it would be a very good buy. No price though a Febrary release was mentioned.

source Notebook Italia

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Manli comes up with 12-inch CULV ‘netbook’

First was the unboxing video of the new Acer Aspire 532H. This is Acer's first take on on the new Intel Pine Trail Platform. Stefano from Netbooknews.it was showing off his Acer Aspire 532h with a pink lid and a 6-cell battery. Check out the video to appreciate the beauty of the Acer 532H.

Next we have NDevil unboxing his new HP Mini 210. Again, this is another new Pine Trail Netbook. In fact it is among the early netbooks that came out sporting the Pine Trail Platform.

From what we can see from the video, the HP Mini 210 has an edge-to-edge glossy panel, and a 6-cell battery that stick out.

So, which is going to be for you, if you have to buy a new netbook today? The HP Mini 210 or the Acer Aspire 532H. I would personally choose the HP Mini 210.

Via Netbooked.net and Netbooked.net

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Acer 532h and HP Mini 210 Unboxing Videos

There you go folks, as expected Asus has officially launched it latest Eee PC 1008P with of course Intel's Pine Trail Platform and Atom N450 Processor. While we may have seen so many pictures and read several reports about this new Eee PC Seashell netbook, what we don't know yet until now is that it will be sporting two handsome color design.  Designed by fashion icon Karim Rashid, the Eee PC 1008P looks stunning in its pink and coffee brown colors.

Aside from the stylish look, the Eee PC 1008P is pretty much what we've told you about several times before. It boasts of the following features/specs:

• Intel Atom N450 CPU
• up to 2GB of RAM
• 10.1-inch LED backlit display
• GMA 3150 Graphics
• 250GB HDD + 500GB ASUS Online Web Storage
• 3-cell battery (up to 6 hours battery life)
• 1.3MP webcam
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
• Bluetooth 2.1
• Windows 7 Home Premium

No details on pricing and release dates are available yet.

Via LaptopMag

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Asus Officially Launches the Eee PC 1008P, In Stylish Design

Here's something great for all you mobile warriors out there who hate typing on a teeny-tiny keyboard. Chin Fai Electronics Company just sent a unit to the FCC of its flexible Bluetooth keyboard in both pink and red with white designs. Most other Bluetooth keyboards either are too clunky to carry or too small with the best one I've seen being Apple's Wireless Keyboard which is a tad pricey. We're hoping to get more info once this hits the States since Chin Fai has no details as to the price or release date.

This would be perfect if your netbook doesn't satisfy your typing needs since it can be rolled or folded to fit your netbook carrying case and if you have an older netbook without Bluetooth, a tiny USB Bluetooth dongle is available for a few dollars. It seems there is a mini USB port in there as well which some speculate is for using the device like a regular USB keyboard or maybe even to charge the batteries.

I've had experience using these and personally, I find it hard to use if you aren't accustomed to one. The soft keys are nice though but you can't touch type with it since it needs a strong push to register keystrokes. At least it would be spill-proof and great for outdoor use and you can even use it with a compatible phone, MID or even a jailbroken iPhone. We have something like this locally which sells for around $20 but it uses a USB dongle versus Bluetooth so I'm guessing this will be a few bucks more expensive.

source FCC via liliputing, wireless goodness

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Flexible Bluetooth Keyboard For Typing Bliss

What's this? Dell couldn't wait any longer for CES 2010 that they decided to announce the new Inspiron Mini 10, now loaded with Intel Pine Trail Platform, aka N450.  They probably want to earn the distinction of being the first to release a new netbook with this new CPU.

Anyway, the new Inspiron Mini 10v will be available starting January 5, 2010 in the U.S. and January 7 in all other countries.  It will run on Windows 7 Starter Edition or Windows XP and later on Ubuntu 9.04.

Another new feature of the Inspiron Mini 10 is its design and form factor. It now have textured palm rest area that is more finger-print resistant. There is also a touchpad with integrated mouse buttons.

The new netbook will also have several customization options including Bluetooth, 3G and GPS. It will also feature Broadcome Crystal HD Media Accelerator and a TV Tuner.

There will be 7 color design of the new Inspiron Mini 10 - black, white, blue, purple, red, green, and pink.

For battery, there are several options to choose from, either a 3 cell battery pack and two types of 6-cell battery packs.

Via

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Dell Beats Others, Announces Inspiron Mini 10 with Pine Trail

Cheap netbooks aren't uncommon especially if you aren't looking for something that's too powerful. Another new entrant to this category is this cute little clamshell with a 400MHz VIA VT8500 CPU, 128MB RAM and 2GB SSD. The display is 7 inches but is at am 800 x 480 resolution running on Windows CE. It has the usual ports for mic and headphones, 2 USB ports, VGA out and a card reader. It seems to have a removeable battery as well. The weight is a mere 0.65 kg with a 3 hour battery life.

This should be a nice computer for the kids or those who just want a basic computer. Comes in white, pink and black and sells for 85 euro or around $120. Not sure about where and how you can get one though. A few more pics below.

via netbooknews.de

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SMQ 4012 Aviation Book For Just $120