The Samsung N230 debuted recently, and I glossed over it as “move along, nothing special” in the specs. It was simple to do, as the processor is the standard N450 or N470, a 10 inch display, and the standard chipset, the Intel GMA 3150. The hard drive is a 250 gig, but this is rapidly [...]
Continue reading...20. June 2010 | by Jonas
The summer netbook lines are coming on in a torrent of models. Compared to last year, the models are offering more features, for less money, which is definite progress. The latest one spotted is the Samsung N150 Plus, available at Best Buy. Most of the netbook is standard fare, like the Atom N450 chip, the 10.1″ [...]
Continue reading...27. April 2010 | by Jonas
Many are frustrated at the rate of innovation of the Intel Atom processor. With AMD focusing on other aspects of the processor market, Intel is content to (once again) play the role of the sleeping giant, and not release any faster netbook parts. Samsung is looking to exploit this opportunity. They are putting their efforts into [...]
Continue reading...5. April 2010 | by Jonas
With Intel keeping the Atom line at the same level of performance for quite some time, there is definitely opportunity for another manufacturer to shake things up. Unfortunately, AMD, the traditional archrival has been content to sit on the sidelines. However, third tier chipmaker Via does occasionally try to make inroads into the market. Traditionally [...]
Continue reading...20. January 2010 | by Jonas
A computer without a connection is just not nearly as useful. While some are fortunate enough to have easy access to WiFi, others are forced to make other arrangements. The most common plan is to get online via a cellphone carrier. However, there are disadvantages, including slower internet speeds. Oh, and there is also the [...]
Continue reading...3. January 2010 | by Jonas
Ahead of CES, Samsung spilled the beans on their entire line of upcoming netbooks. While they will all use the Intel Atom N450 processor, there are some differences summarized below: N210, N220- 12 hour battery life, crystal pattern design, instant on capability N150- 8.5 hour battery life, integrated hinge with smooth movement NB30- 11 hour battery life, scratch [...]
Continue reading...31. December 2009 | by Robert Nelson
If you are into netbooks, the Pine Trail processor is going to be on your mind — at least if you are following along, or planning to make a purchase. With that, one of the latest models to be introduced is the Samsung N220 and as you may have guessed it will be powered by [...]
Continue reading...23. December 2009 | by Robert Nelson
Just because the holiday season is already upon us, that does not mean that we cannot still be out shopping for last minute deals. Granted this is one that you will not have in time to put under the Christmas tree, but nonetheless its a nice offer on a Samsung N130-13B netbook. Feature wise, the Samsung [...]
Continue reading...22. December 2009 | by Robert Nelson
Yesterday brought forth the official announcement of the Pine Trail processor and since then it seems we are being overwhelmed with new netbook announcements, details and leaks. And this latest, which is covering both the NB30 and N150 from Samsung is falling into the leaked category. The information on both of these new Samsung netbooks are [...]
Continue reading...18. December 2009 | by Jonas
If you have waited it out, there a few good deals to be had right now on netbooks. The downside is that it might not make it under the Christmas tree, but hey, patience should be rewarded with a few bucks off. I am excited about the Acer Aspire AOD250-1584. For those that don’t memorize Acer’s [...]
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28. June 2010 | by Jonas
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