MORE HP LAPTOPS LEAKED

Close on the heels of HP uploading support documents for the Mini 210, more HP mini-laptops have been leaked. These machines are not yet available for purchase, but looks like they are definitely in the pipeline.

The new models include HP Mini 210HD and Compaq Mini CQ10.

The HP Mini 210HD has the same specifications as the Mini 210. It is powered by a 1.66GHz Intel Atom N450 processor and GMA 3150 graphics. But unlike the regular Mini 210, this netbook is capable of handling HD video including 1080p, thanks to the Broadcom Crystal HD video accelerator. It is expected to retail for about $329.99.

The Compaq Mini CQ10 is a low-end model starting at just $259.99. It is also powered by a 1.66GHz Intel Atom N450 processor and GMA 3150 graphics. Other specifications include up to 250 GB of RAM and 10.1 inch display with 1024 x 600 pixels. Both 3 cell and 6 sell batteries are available. The netbook will support WiFi 802.11b/g.

LENOVO THINKPAD X100e LEAKED

Details regarding Lenovo’s latest notebook, the ThinkPad X100e, have leaked. This is an entry-level ultraportable notebook aimed at small and medium businesses. It will have an 11.6 inch high resolution display with 1366 x 768 pixels.

The ThinkPad X100e will be based on AMD RS780 chipset and will run on Athlon MV40 processor. Up to 4GB of RAM can be installed. The maximum available storage space is 500 GB. The machine will come pre-installed with Windows 7 Home Premium and will also have WWAN wireless options.

The keyboard will be a chiclet style model but sources claim that it will still offer the ‘legendary ThinkPad keyboard feel’. The touchpad will support multi-touch gestures. The machine will also have a Trackpoint.

The notebook will be available with either 3-cell or 6-cell batteries. The 6-cell version will weigh around 3.3 lbs and is expected to provide up to 5.1 hours of uptime. The X100e will be available in black, white or red colors. Prices may start at $449.

LENOVO THINKPAD X100E DETAILS LEAKED

Details of Lenovo’s upcoming ThinkPad X100e have been leaked. The ThinkPad X100e is being classified as a business netbook. It is thin and light, but it will be larger than a typical netbook.

While Lenovo hasn’t officially confirmed these details, the notebook is expected to have the following specifications.

The ThinkPad X100e will have an 11.6 inch display with 1366 x 768 pixels. It will be powered by an AMD Athlon Neo MV-40 processor. The notebook can be configured with various versions of windows 7 ranging from Starter to Pro (32 bit or 64 bit).

Up to 4GB of RAM can be installed. The hard drive spins at 5400 rpm and is available in 160GB, 250GB or 320Gb capacities. There will be 3 USB ports, VGA output port, 0.3 mega pixel webcam and a 4-in-1 card reader. Other features include 802.11b/g/n, optional Bluetooth and 3G. 3 and 6 cell battery options are available. The 3 cell battery is expected to give 2.2 hours of up time whereas the 6-cell battery may run for 5 hours. Prices may start at $449.

ASUS EEE PC 1201N AND 1201HA SPECS LEAKED

Asus has been working on its 12 inch notebooks the Asus Eee PC 1201N and 1201HA for a while. The company is yet to announce these products but they are definitely in the pipeline. Detailed specifications of both notebooks have leaked and showed up on some websites.

Asus Eee PC 1201N
Display: 12.1 inch, 1366 x 768 pixels
Processor: 1.6GHz Intel Atom N330 dual core
Graphics: NVIDIA ION (GeForce 9400M)
Operating system: Windows 7 Home Premium
RAM: 3GB DDR2
Storage: 320GB HDD + 500GB web-based storage

Connectivity options include WiFi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth and Ethernet. There are 3 USB 2.0 ports, HDMI, VGA, SD card slot, headphone, microphone jacks and a 0.3 mp webcam.

The touchpad supports multitouch gestures. The machine weighs 3.1 pounds. The six cell battery is expected to give up to 8 hours of battery life. The notebook is available in three colors – black, blue and red.

Asus Eee PC 1201HA
Display: 12.1 inch, 1366 x 768 pixels
Processor: 1.33GHz Intel Atom Z520
Graphics: Intel US15W / GMA 500 graphics
Operating system: Windows 7 Home Premium
RAM: 2GB DDR2
Storage: 250GB HDD + 500GB web-based storage

Connectivity options include WiFi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth and Ethernet. There are 3 USB 2.0 ports, VGA, SD card slot, headphones, mic and 0.3MP webcam.

The touchpad supports multitouch gestures. The 1201HA is available in three colors – black, blue and red. It weighs 3.1 pounds with the 6-cell battery.

ATI MOBILITY RADEON HD 5000 SERIES DETAILS LEAKED

AMD’s yet-to-be-launched ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5000 series graphic card details have leaked. The HD 5000 series GPUs are likely to be similar to their desktop versions.

Among the GPUs the best-performing will be the HD 5800 series which consists of 5870, 5850 and 5830. They come with 1,600 shader units. Every member of the HD 5800 series is expected to support CrossFireX. The HD 5700 series (5770, 5750 and 5730) will offer similar performance at a slightly low price. The HD 5600 and 5650 will be for the main stream and the HD 5400 series (5470, 5450 and 5430) for entry level.

The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5000 GPUs are expected to be released early next year.

ASUS EEE PC ROADMAP LEAKED

A leaked roadmap of the Asus Eee PC models reveals that a lot of new netbook models are to be released this year. Asus also plans to discontinue some of the old models including the 1000HE.

As per the roadmap, the Asus Eee PC 1201N will be released in October. It will have an Intel Atom N270 processor with 2GB RAM and 250GB hard disk drive. The 1201N will sport a 12 inch screen. It will be based on the Ion platform and is expected to be retailed for $499. Another proposed netbook, the 1005HA -M will run on the Windows 7 starter with a N270 processor. It will be retailed for $349. The 1005HA-P version will have a slightly better N280 processor with Windows 7. It claims to give 10.5 hours of uptime and will cost around $399. Finally, the Eee PC 1008HA models will run on the N280 CPU with prices ranging from $430 to $480.

Asus also plans to launch a new version of its T91 convertible tablet. This machine will have a multi-touch capable screen and 32 GB SSD. It will be retailed for $549. No information regarding the release date is available as of now.

DELL LATITUDE Z SERIES LEAKED IN PHOTOS

This kinda goes without saying, but its not surprising that someone would leak a photo of a laptop. And that is exactly what some user of NotebookReview forums has done. As you can see this Dell Latitude Z series obviously takes some styling cues from its distant cousin the Adamo. More importantly, this model doesn't seem to be doing too bad in terms of specs. According to the stickers its packing Window's Vista Basic, Centrino processor.

CRUNCHPAD PICTURES LEAKED, LAUNCH CLOSE?

Its been a while since we heard some news about TechCrunch's secret project the CrunchPad.

LEAKED TOSHIBA KO1, KO2 AND LO1 ULTRAPORTABLE

Toshiba in the ultraportable laptop business is not news, their line up for the following year (2010) is though. According to Techblog.gr Toshiba will have three new models. A 7-inch netbook transformer thingy with touchscreen and some QWERTY cell phones.

NEW DELL LATITUDE 2100 LEAKED

Don't you just love the fact that there are workers who are willing to risk being fired in order to leak some juicy tech gossip?

DELL MINI 10 – MORE DETAILS LEAKED

The Dell Mini 10 HD netbook was announced at the Consumer Electronics Show last month and there has been no further news about it so far. Now we have speculations running wild based on an supposedly leaked presentation slide of the Dell Mini 10.

According to this slide the new Dell Mini 10 will offer 1.3 & 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Silverthorne Processor, 120GB & 160 GB HDD, up to 2 GB DDR2 533MHz memory, 3 USB, HDMI, 5-in-1 and 2 headphone ports, and a 1.3 mega pixel camera. There is an option for a 3 cell battery with 4 hours run time or a 6 cell battery with 8 hours of run time, WiFi g/n, Bluetooth, WWAN and optional internal GPS connectivity and internal TV tuner.

The Dell Mini 10 will of course have a 10.1-inch screen, and has a 16:9 WSVGA 1024x576 display or you can opt for a 720p HD display (1366x768). According to the slide, the Dell Mini 10 will have a super thin design (just 21 mm) weighing only 1.3kg with edge-to-edge display. It also sports a touchpad with multi-touch gestures and promises to give a full-sized keyboard experience. The Mini 10 is targeted to be the vacation/coffee shop companion for the youth and comes in an array of colors. Of course with the above said features its perfect for just that.

DELL CONFIRMS ADAMO, CHARGER LEAKED

While this does not classify itself as news, it is nice to see that Dell is willing to admit to some things while others won't (cough Microsoft, Sony). Anyways Dell has just confirmed that it is indeed working on a Macbook Air rival named adamo which it says will cost less and will be the new standard of mobile computing.

According to the big boys at Dell they recently let those news tidbits slip to build up hype about the product that should have launched this month but is being pushed back till February 2009.

In other news the battery charger has also been leaked. Only problem is the charger looks identical to the current crop of notebook chargers offered by Dell. That's not surprising though because we all know that notebook chargers are the ugliest of them all.

HDPC FROM MIU LEAKED

MIU's ultra-modern HDPC is probable to be launched in July. The HDPC is an All-In-One multiple options gadget that comes with a small price tag. The device measures just in at 163 x 67 x 25mm and weighs a measly 387 grams.


The unit will come loaded with:

• 4" 800 x 480 touch screen which slides out and flips over.
• 1GHz VIA C7M ULV processor and a grand 4GB of DDR2 memory.
• Cell phone radio
• 1.3" 60GB hard drive
• 7-hour battery life
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
• 2 USB ports, docking port, stereo speakers, QWERTY thumb-pad and mouse.
• 5 mega-pixel camera and camcorder.
• DMB mobile TV and an external GPS.

The machine with all the above mentioned features is expected in July and will be priced around $500.