Dell releases details on new Mini 10 Netbook
The Mini 10 Netbook will have a new modelDell has released details about an updated Mini 10 Netbook. The unit is due out in January 2010 and will utilize the new Intel Atom N450 processor. According to Dell, the new, updated version of the Mini 10 Netbook will offer many new features. Some these features will include the new Atom 450 processor, support for Broadcom HD video processing, extended battery life, a new keyboard style, Wifi GPS, an HDTV turner, and built in surround sound speakers.
The new Netbook will go on sale in January directly from Dell and start out at $299. As with most computers, upgrades will probably increase the base price. Unlike current Netbook models offered by Dell, the new Mini 10 will be built more for greater support for video processing including HD video. While the N450 has the same speed as current Atom processor, it has newer features that can help produce improvements in processing abilities and even power saving aids due to its smaller die cast size.
One of the biggest additions to the new Mini 10 model will be Broadcom’s Crystal Clear HD video processing unit. This multimedia upgrade should be a major shot in the current lineup of Netbooks offered by Dell. Many Netbooks, including Dell’s units, have difficulty in playing videos downloaded or streamed from the Internet.
Here are the detailed technical specs according to Dell:
- New Intel Atom N450 processor at 1.66 GHz
- 10.1-inch display with standard (1024×600) or High Definition (1366×768) display available in coming weeks
- Built-in speakers with available SRS Surround sound
- HDTV tuner and location-aware GPS configurations available in coming weeks
- Bundles with Broadcom Crystal HD for smooth HD playback coming in Q1
- Built-in 802.11 b/g wireless with available Bluetooth and Mobile Broadband
- 1GB4 DDR2 memory at 800MHz
- 160GB5 or 250GB hard disk drive storage
- Choice of 3 or 6-cell integrated battery with up to 9.5 hours6 of battery life (Inspiron Mini 10 mobility bundle only).
- Choice of Windows 7 Starter or Windows XP Home, Ubuntu operating system option available in the coming weeks
- Lightweight: Starting at about 2.75 – 3.1 pounds7 with a 3-cell battery
(Courtesy of Dell.com)
