Video demo after the cut

Spotted at Computex a few weeks back, the Vivid also has a matte-finish display and an integrated battery.  The speakers are squeezed into a metal-mesh cylinder in the hinge, and there’s the usual array of audio in/out and USB ports.

The Vivid also runs a full version of FireFox and can play YouTube video.  As well as having the long runtime promised by Tegra, it can also output 1080p through the HDMI port.  Still no word on when we can see the Pegatron Vivid on shelves; we’re also hoping it’ll come in a few different colors.

Video demo after the cut

The model you can see is only a prototype at present, but there’s no reason that ASUS couldn’t deliver a Moblin version alongside the Windows XP Eee Keyboard.  Hardware in this case looks to be unchanged, so we’d still expect the same Intel Atom CPU, 1GB of RAM and either 16GB or 32GB of SSD storage.  Wireless HDMI is believed to be an option.

What the video doesn’t show is any media functionality, so it remains to be seen what advantages there Moblin may bring over the Microsoft OS.  ASUS have repeatedly assured us that the Eee Keyboard will launch this month, priced at around $400.

[via NetbookNews.de]

Video hands-on after the cut

The 6-inch panel is supplied by E Ink using their Viziplex technology, which basically makes it the same as the display on the Amazon Kindle 2.  Along with that, you get native support for PDF and TXT files, and Foxit include a copy of their own PDF creator software so that making your own files is straightforward.

An SD card slot takes cards up to 4GB, augmenting the eSlick Reader’s 128MB of internal memory.  If you’re addicted to buying books through Amazon and want to be able to download new titles on the move, this isn’t the ebook reader for you, but if you’re more concerned with the impact on your wallet and creating your own documents then the Foxit reader may hold some appeal.

Video hands-on after the cut

There’s also a second, lower-resolution camera up front for video calls, and the WiMAX connectivity is accompanied by Bluetooth 2.0+EDR with A2DP support.  There’s also A-GPS and GPS, a USB port, orientation sensor and a microSD card slot.

The dmedia M0 runs Windows CE 6.0 R2, measures 137 x 74 x 14.5 mm and weighs under 200g.  No word on which locations it might launch in, but considering the US does have a (fledgling) WiMAX network it would certainly make sense for dmedia to at least explore bringing it over.

Video hands-on after the cut

The dimensions are aided by the fact that the Minix 811 is made from aluminum alloy, rather than plastic.  That’s on the plus side; the negative part is that J&W could only find space for a tiny little 3-cell 2,200mAh battery pack.  No official word on battery life, but estimates suggest around 2.5hrs of runtime; there’s also talk of a 6-cell pack, though that wasn’t at the show.

Inside there’s a 10-inch 1024 x 600 resolution display with non-glossy finish, and OS is to be a choice of Linux, Windows XP or Windows 7.  The keyboard is rated highly, but we’re not sure what processor lurks inside; an Atom N-series seems likely, either the N270 or N280.  No word on pricing or specific availability.

It does that by using a RAID-0 setup inside, managed by a JMicron RAID controller and a pair of Indilinx controllers which each control the flash memory.  Unlike 2.5-inch drives, the Colossus isn’t going to be much use for notebooks and small-form-factor PCs, but for performance computers it offers the speed of a solid-state drive with the capacity you’d typically rely on a traditional platter-based HDD for.

As ever, there’s a catch, and that’s unsurprisingly the price tag.  We’re not entirely sure when the OCZ Colossus 1TB SSD will reach the market, but the company expect it to be priced between $2,500 and $3,000.  A cheaper (relatively speaking) 500GB version will also be offered.

Storage is courtesy of a 3.5-inch SATA-II hard-drive, with capacities varying according to model, plus there’s a discrete graphics card (unspecified), hybrid TV tuner and integrated speakers.  Connectivity includes WiFi a/b/g/n, gigabit ethernet and what looks to be an ExpressCard slot.

No word on where we’ll be seeing the Gateway ZX6800 released, though it’s likely to be a European product.  Pricing, too, is unconfirmed, but we wouldn’t expect it to come cheaply.

Video demos of Kinpo Android Tablet and GNB Android Netbook after the cut

The GNB netbook has a 7-inch resistive touchscreen display and runs on Freescale’s i.MX31 processor.  An ARM-based CPU, the i.MX31 is never going to blow away a Core 2 Duo but it’s enough to run Android reasonably well and cheap enough for a sub-$200 price tag to be talked about.

As for the Kinpo tablet, the company are calling it a thin client but it’s basically a touchscreen UMPC with a 7-inch WVGA display and Freescale i.MX51 processor.  More work is needed polishing it before it’ll be ready for release – video playback is an obvious issue, as you can see in the video below – but again they’re talking about low prices that might make a lot of sense for those wanting a straightforward web-browsing machine.

GNB Android Netbook:

Kinpo 7-inch Android Tablet:

Video demo

The Toshiba dynabook SS RX2/WAJ is perhaps the most interesting of the three, with a Core 2 Duo SU9400 processor paired with a capacious (and expensive) 512GB SSD.  It will go on sale in Japan at the end of July, priced around 438,000 yen ($4,444).

Meanwhile the Samsung NC10 WiMAX gets a 10.2-inch 1024 x 600 display, Intel Atom N270 processor, 1GB of RAM and a 160GB hard-drive. As well as the WiMAX there’s WiFi b/g and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, plus a 1.3-megapixel webcam and 6-cell battery.  It’s listed with an MRSP of $519.99.

Finally, the Clevo M811L is physically designed to resemble a book, and has the usual netbook hardware.  No word on exact specifications, pricing nor availability.

Clevo M811L Netbook with WiMAX:

[via Akihabara; via Gadgetmix]

Video demo after the cut

The slate functions as a full standalone touchscreen device, running on a 533MHz Samsung ARM-based CPU, and allows for full wireless connectivity and all the usual Android apps.  The base section uses the slate as a display, and runs Windows XP – that means the usual range of productivity and office apps will work fine.

Right now it’s a prototype, with III (the Institute for Information Industry in Taiwan) looking for partners to commercialize the idea.  It reminds us of the Always Innovating Touch Book, though of course that only has computing components in the slate-screen section.

Video hands-on after the cut

Contrary to our initial expectations, ITG didn’t cut down the number of buttons on the xpPhone’s keyboard; that’s perhaps because the device is considerably larger than we first envisaged.  The 4.8-inch touchscreen is swaddled by a thick bezel, and as you can see in the video it’s a chunky device.

We can’t imagine holding the xpPhone to our head and using it as a traditional smartphone, but with a Bluetooth headset it might be more practical.  An estimated five hours of battery life is always welcome, but we’re unconvinced overall; this seems a little too much like the jarring mash of device-types that has led MID sales overall to be disappointing.

Five more Freescale Smartbook concepts after the cut

The concepts are the work of industrial design specialists SCAD, and don’t appear to have reached hardware stage yet.  Instead, the renders suggest the different directions the Smartbook platform – which uses ARM-based processors and boast super-long battery life – might go in, to cater for different usage patterns.

In terms of working hardware, the prototypes are slightly less impressive.  Freescale have been demonstrating the Wistron N900z, a more traditional netbook-style design in which the most exciting aspect is perhaps its tipped sub-$200 price.

Press Release:

Freescale drives innovation around future netbook concepts and form factors

As the “smartbook” category takes shape, Freescale teams with prestigious industrial design program to demonstrate next-generation form factors

• A smartbook prototype that unfolds to provide keyboard and mouse functionality
• A sleek smartbook prototype featuring a touchscreen interface
• A modular smartbook concept that enables customization
• Smartbook prototype with sliding keypads
• Smartbook prototype featuring vertical display
• A smartbook prototype featuring leather-based casing

Smartbook devices based on ARM™ technology are rapidly emerging to fill the gap between smaller-screened smartphones and traditional, PC-like netbook or notebook products. To develop groundbreaking product concepts for this new device category, Freescale has teamed with a top North American industrial design program, resulting in an array of visionary smartbook prototypes on display this week at the Computex show in Taiwan.

Sporting larger screens than traditional smartphone devices, smartbooks are cloud-computing-centric and characterized by all-day battery life, instant-on functionality and persistent connectivity. They are commonly powered by processors based on ARM technology, such as Freescale’s i.MX515 device.

To demonstrate compelling new concepts that leverage these advantages, Freescale engaged with the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) for a program to explore requirements related to ergonomic issues, user interfaces, alternative form factors and even accessories for next-generation smartbook devices.

“As the smartbook market emerges, new form factors and product categories will evolve to support and better align with user needs, and our engagement with SCAD demonstrates Freescale’s intention to lead this evolution,” said Glen Burchers, Consumer Segment marketing director for Freescale. “This initiative has given Freescale valuable insight into how end-users prefer to interact with smartbooks, and this knowledge will be fed back into our chip design processes, ultimately resulting in future i.MX processors that enable compelling consumer experiences and entirely new classes of consumer devices.”

Tasked with creating new models and paradigms that improve on the designs and user interfaces common to most first-generation netbook products, the participants developed a range of highly innovative, yet practical, designs optimal for leveraging the small, fanless dimensions and low-power operation of Freescale’s i.MX515 processor. Students whose designs are selected as truly exceptional will travel to Computex in Taipei to showcase their prototypes with Freescale. They will also participate in a special panel presentation on June 4.

SCAD: The University for Creative Careers
SCAD is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution that offers more degree programs and specializations than any other art and design university in the United States. Last year, SCAD’s industrial design program was ranked among the most prestigious in the nation by the Almanac of Architecture and Design. Industrial design students work with the form and function of everyday products – designing them to suit user needs while also considering the demands and limitations of production. Coursework is combined with professional practice involving actual clients on projects for industries including consumer electronics, communications, entertainment, housewares, interaction, marine, toys, lawn and garden, consumer products and transportation. www.scad.edu.

About Freescale Semiconductor
Freescale Semiconductor is a global leader in the design and manufacture of embedded semiconductors for the automotive, consumer, industrial and networking markets. The privately held company is based in Austin, Texas, and has design, research and development, manufacturing or sales operations around the world. www.freescale.com.

One transmitter can simultaneously stream to three separate receivers, each of which can output via HDMI, composite or component connections.  The transmitter itself has three HDMI inputs and one set each of composite and composite, and everything can be remotely controlled at the viewing end.

Streamed media can be up to 1920 x 1080 at 24p or 60i, together with 5.1 surround sound, and Averlogic claim it has a roughly three-floor, 300m range with 200Mbps data rate.  The system is also compatible with the HomePlug-AV and HD-PLC standards.  No word on when we could expect to see Averlogic products on shelves, though.

[via Pocket-lint]

The company recently announced their latest netbook, the JoyBook Lite U121, which offers either Windows XP or a Linux OS.  Based on Intel’s Atom Z520 processor, it’s unclear whether BenQ’s Android netbook will similarly use the Intel range of chips or take advantage of one of the low-power ARM-based CPUs that have been shown to be powerful enough to load Google’s platform.

Acer recently confirmed that they would be offering a dual-boot Android/XP netbook in Q3, seeking to distribute the machine through partnerships with carriers.  An ASUS Eee PC based on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon and running Android was also demonstrated at Computex.

Video hands-on after the cut

That processor is actually quite clever, because despite the relatively low billed clock speed it also supports 1.2GHz bursting.  While running at 1.2GHz would generally produce too much heat and have too great an impact on battery life, bursting-compatible applications will be able to poke the Z515 into running at the faster speed until the CPU’s controller decides things are getting too hot.

There are also dual cameras, front and back.  Squinting at the product spec in the video below (courtesy jkkmobile), it looks like the KAX15 has 512MB of RAM, runs Windows XP (though the press shots have an Android-esque status bar across the top) and have WiFi and Bluetooth.  No word on specific launch dates or pricing, but at least the Compal KAX15 will land before Moorestown.

Video demo after the cut

The multitouch T91 runs Windows 7, which has native support for the technology.  According to Johannes from EEE-PC.de this will be a new feature for the next wave of T91′s shipped with Windows 7 as standard; we’ve heard no separate confirmation of that from ASUS themselves.

As well as an 8.9-inch touchscreen, the T91 has an Intel Atom Z520 processor, 1GB of RAM and a 16GB SSD.  There’s also the usual range of WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1 and ports; it’s available in select markets now, priced at around £449 ($684).

Video demos of both machines after the cut

The M11A manages to squeeze its unspecified CULV processor into a 1.3kg frame, complete with a 4-cell Li-Polymer battery.  Lengda claim that by stepping up to Li-Poly they’re able to deliver the same runtime as a 6-cell Li-Ion pack.  Ports are the general mix of three USB 2.0, VGA output and memory card reader, but there’s also an integrated TV tuner.

As for the X10K, that will come in stainless steel and aluminum versions; the former weighs 1.37kg, while the latter will be much lighter.  As well as the usual connectivity there’s also a pull-out antenna either for the mobile TV or integrated 3G.  As with the M11A, we’re unsure about what processor lurks inside the shiny casing.

No word on availability or pricing for either machine.

Lengda M11A CULV notebook:

Lengda X10K stainless-steel netbook:

The Android/Windows XP dual-boot netbooks are expected to go on sale in Q3 this year, with Wang suggesting that Acer will work closely with carriers to sell these particular models.  If demand for a solely-Android machine is there – from telecoms providers, at least – then Acer will consider dropping their dual-OS strategy.

Wang described the move as “much safer” for Acer, given lack of consumer acceptance for Android at its present developmental stage.  The company is likely to promote Android as a value-added feature for mobile use, given the platform’s emphasis on connectivity.

Video hands-on after the cut

In fact the bottom half of the Pegatron is just a little thicker than a standard VGA port, and it weighs roughly 800g maximum.  There are still USB 2.0 ports, audio in/out and a multiformat card reader, though, and an access panel underneath to get to the standard 4GB SSD; wireless connectivity includes WiFi, Bluetooth, 3G UMTS and GPS.

Build quality is reportedly very good, with a large keyboard with a decent layout and reasonable feedback; sadly the mouse button is only a single button.  There’ll apparently be a second OS choice, Movial, which is billed as an “easy-mode”.  No word on pricing or availability, but if they can match the Wistron N900z’s predicted sub-$200 tag then we’ll be very interested.

The ET2202T gets a 20-inch 1,600 x 900 display, dual-core Intel Atom 330 processor and 2GB of RAM.  Graphics are courtesy of the NVIDIA Ion 9400M, complete with HDMI output, and there’s WiFi draft-n, a DVD burner and 250GB hard-drive.

As for the ET2203T, that steps up to a full Intel Core 2 Duo T6500 processor, with 4GB of RAM, a 320GB hard-drive and a 21.5-inch 1920 x 1080 HD-capable display.  Graphics are courtesy of ATI’s Radeon HD4570, and there’s a Blu-ray drive, WiFi draft-n and an HDMI input port for using the display with other sources.  It will be priced between $799 and $1,199, final specification depending, while the ET2202T will come in lower at between $599 and $799.

Finally, the ASUS Eee PC 1005HGo adds a 3G HSPA modem to the company’s 10.2-inch ultraportable.  No word on full specifications, but we’re expecting an Atom N-series processor, 1GB of RAM and user-replaceable battery.

[via eeepc.it 1 and 2]

Video demos after the cut

The Netronix e-readers start at 6-inches, then hit 8-inches and 9.7-inches.  The smallest range now also has a touchscreen layer and integrated WiFi; while you may not recognize the Netronix name, you may soon be seeing their wares on shelves, as they’re a major e-reader ODM.

Meanwhile the IAC Prodigy has a 6-inch 800 x 600 touchscreen E Ink display, 2GB of onboard storage and a Marvell PXA310 processor.  What makes it special is the range of wireless options, ranging from EVDO Rev.A though WCDMA/HSPA and to WiMAX in various band flavors.  There’s also standard WiFi across the range.  It’ll apparently hit Taiwan in Q4 2009, no word on pricing.

IAC Prodigy E-Ink E-Reader:

Netronix E-Ink E-Reader:

[via E-Ink-Info]

Live Quanta M1 MID image and video demo after the cut

The smallest of the five devices is the CCI Compact Handheld, with a 3-inch touchscreen, full internet access and phone.  After that, the mid-range seems to hover around the 4-inch mark, with the EB MID Reference and the Aava Mobile Smartphone both hitting that exactly, while Quanta’s M1, shown above, is slightly bigger at 4.3-inches.  MID Moves‘ Steve shot the M1 video below.

Unlike the others, the M1 manages to squeeze in a hardware keyboard, seemingly using a sliding screen portion similar to the T-Mobile Sidekick.  According to Intel, all of the devices are highly connected and have custom UI’s on top of Moblin v.2.  They’ll also support “Mobile Augmented Reality”, which we’re hoping to see a demo of later.  Moorestown isn’t expected until 2010.

Video demo of T91 GUI after the cut

They praise the sturdy hinge, which apparently resisted their best efforts to twist it into submission, and the three user-modes on offer.  As well as standard Windows XP Home, the T91 offers a quick-boot Eee Mode which allows for internet and Skype access within seconds, and a custom touchscreen-only GUI intended for finger use.

You can see the T91′s GUI in action in the video below [via AsusTablet].  Overall, they’re impressed, describing the T91 as a “welcomed diversion in design”.  No word on performance from the Z520 CPU – which has proved disappointing in the Acer Aspire One 751 - but perhaps the touch focus of the T91 eclipses any interest in the 720p playback which so stresses the Atom chip. 

The ASUS Eee PC T91 is apparently available in select markets now, priced at around £449 ($684).

Now HP are preparing at least two new versions of the notebook, together with a new color option.  Of interest to anybody who found the Yukon CPU of the original dv2 underpowered, AMD’s dual-core Congo and full Athlon X2 processors are set to hit the notebook; there’s also a white version planned.

The white model keeps the black screen surround – seemingly to prevent eye-strain - but swaps the lower half of the notebook for a glossy white plastic.  It looks to work quite well with the silver trim strips, but we find ourselves wondering how it might look after a few months of finger grease and scratches.

No word on pricing or specific availability for any of the new dv2 versions.

Supported codecs include MPEG 1/2/4, H.264, VC-1 and RM/RMVB, with a list of file formats as long as your arm; check out the spec sheet below for full details.  The O!Play HDP-R1 will also play back music and images, including FLAC and OGG files.

The absence of WiFi draft-n support will likely be a deal-breaker for many, though those who have eSATA hard-drives and would like to play content from them might find something to appeal here.  No word on pricing or availability as yet.

The design is relatively basic, with a rubberized keyboard (that LaptopMag compare to that of the OLPC XO-1, but we can’t avoid thinking about the Spectrum ZX) and “almost unusable” touchpad.  Inside, though, is the real draw: Freescale’s i.MX515 platform, with an 800MHz processor and 4GB SSD.

The N900z runs Ubuntu, and loaded OpenOffice Writer in around fifteen seconds; Firefox, even when opened simultaneously, didn’t present any performance issues, though attempting to then play a video clip resulted in sluggishness.  When the video was played on its own, though, it ran fine; Wistron expect the N900z to manage in excess of 10hrs runtime from a single charge, and be priced at under $200 when it eventually launches.

Video overview after the cut (Updated with new video)

Full specifications of the device are unclear, but according to Intel’s launch (which you can see in the video below) there’ll be pinch-zoom functionality, which suggests a capacitive rather than resistive touchscreen.  There’s also a camera on the back, which looks to have a flash.

Much of Moorestown’s hardware will be the same as is used in netbooks; what will differentiate the two will be the UI, and Intel are working on a “ground up” new design.  Moorestown is expected in 2010, so don’t expect to see a MID-phone like this until well into next year.

The chassis itself is finished in matte black and has a brushed aluminum faceplate. There’s support for ATX, Extended ATX and micro ATX as well as hot-swappable SATA bays in the chassis’ tool-less frame.

You can install fans in seven different positions including a 140mm fan that goes in the SATA bay. The power supply also has a dedicated intake and exhaust fan, plus you can place 120mm fans in the ceiling, if you wish. You can get the Obsidian Series 800D from Corsair starting in July for $299.

Video demo after the cut

In the video, John Ryan – COO and VP of Sales and Marketing at Pixel Qi – describes the technology and the company’s plans for the display.  The company is aiming to begin production of 10.1-inch panels such as in this Acer prototype as soon as fall 2009.

We’re unclear on exactly how much the panels themselves cost, so for now we’ll have to make do with marveling at the technology.  Two-thirds of the way through the video the demo moves outside; don’t miss the incredibly-clear e-ink mode.

[via Mary Lou Jepson]

So, that’s pretty impressive but that’s really just the beginning. The device has a 2.5-inch LCD screen–also pretty normal–but what’s this? What’s a projector doing in there? Yes, you read that correctly. This little camera has a pico projector built in.

The projector has a 640 x 360 resolution, but that’s really all we know about it so far. Actually, that’s all we know about the device so far, as no release date or pricing has been announced, either. But still, pretty interesting, huh?

That new battery, according to ASUS’ product manager, is larger so as to offset the power required by the 3G WWAN module.  No telling whether that allows the 1101HGo to achieve the same sort of runtimes as were promised for the non-3G version – between 9.5hrs and 11hrs, somewhat unbelievably – but we can hope.

Otherwise it’s the same 1,366 x 768 LED-backlit display, 1GB of RAM and 160GB hard-drive, together with WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR and a 1.3-megapixel webcam.  No sign of price or availability; we may have to wait until after Computex for that.

What that means is that the frame will not only show local photos, play video and stream music from across a network, but it can sync with your calendar, show emails and allow for replies, and view photos from Picasa, Photobucket, Facebook and a Windows Live account.  Connectivity includes WiFi b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.0, infrared (for the remote control), a multiformat memory card slot and both full-sized USB and a micro-USB port. 

The whole thing is driven by a Freescale processor with 512MB of RAM and 1GB of flash storage, and there are twin 1.5W speakers plus a rotation sensor that will automatically flip the screen orientation.  In addition to photo frame and internet widget duty, it can also run Internet Explorer and various IM clients.

The SilverFrame is on show at the Microsoft stand at Computex, but there’s no word on a release unfortunately.  SilverPac are an OEM and as such are looking for a brand who will pick up the design; until that happens, there’s no way of knowing even whether it will reach the market, never mind for how much.

[via DigitalPictureFrameReview]

Video demo after the cut

The device has a 4.8-inch 800 x 480 touchscreen, front-mounted webcam and a capacitive touchpad: the flower-patterned area of bezel to the right of the display is actually touch-sensitive and used for navigation.  Ports include mini-USB, standard USB, a headset socket and a microSD card slot; there’s also a docking station which has a VGA output, more USB ports and a battery charger.

Battery life is rated at around two hours, which is pretty low for a MID and very low for a smartphone.  It comes with Bluetooth and WiFi, and uses an Intel Atom Z-series processor with 512MB to 1GB of RAM.  More images of the MIDPhone-50 at UMPC Portal.

Video demo after the cut

You also get 512MB of RAM, a 2.5-inch hard-drive or SSD and two USB 2.0 ports, together with a memory card reader and headphone jack.  The webcam is a choice of 0.3-megapixel or 1.3-megapixel resolution, and there are two Mini-PCIe card slots saved for WWAN duties: ECS suggest HSPA and WiMAX.

The whole thing measures just 246 x 121 x 20 mm and weighs 800g, and it’s apparently set to launch in the second half of 2009 priced under $500.  We’re already salivating; we reckon you will be too after watching this hands-on video.

The BL300 range – comprising the BL300, BL310 and BL350 – all have a 10.1-inch LCD, with 1,024 x 600 resolution and a webcam, together with WiFi b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR.  They measure between 27.5 and 29.8mm in thickness, and are available in glossy white, red or black.

The BL300 has either a 160GB HDD or 16GB SSD, while the BL310 and BL350 seemingly have 160GB HDDs only.  Battery life for the BL300/BL310 is roughly 4.2hrs, while the BL350 gets a bigger-capacity battery for up to 7.4hrs.  One of the USB 2.0 ports on each machine remains powered even when the netbook is not in use, for charging external peripherals or PMPs.

No word on pricing or availability outside of Japan.

[via Akihabara]

Among the more interesting devices are Pegatron’s IPP7A-CP, which we saw as the Ultra Slim last month, which is a super-compact nettop, and the ET2002 Eee Top upgrade which should finally give the touchscreen all-in-one the graphics grunt it deserves.  The full list of new products is available in the press release below. 

Ion is capable of not only 1080p video but 7.1 surround sound audio, DirectX 10 graphics and video acceleration and transcoding with NVIDIA’s own CUDA technology.  More on the physical hardware when we get it.

Press Release:

NVIDIA Energizes Computex With New ION-Based PC Products

Highly Anticipated Platform Takes Off With 21 New Products for Small PCs

NVIDIA ION graphics will soon be available in the compact, all-in-one ASUS eeeTop ET2002.

The AsRock ION 330 is a small, energy efficient desktop PC with a dual-core Atom CPU and NVIDIA ION graphics.

The Pegatron IPP7A-CP is one of the most compact ION PC designs yet introduced.

Funtwist is bringing an ION-based desktop to the market.
COMPUTEX, TAIPEI, TAIWAN—JUNE 2, 2009—NVIDIA, the world leader in visual computing technologies and the inventor of the GPU, announced broad adoption of its award-winning NVIDIA® ION™ graphics processor at the Computex tradeshow today. The new products – introduced at an NVIDIA press conference in Taipei and on display at the show – include small desktop PCs, thin and light notebooks, all-in-one PCs, and low power motherboard solutions which all deliver a full PC experience in a small, low-power system.

The new products include:
Acer Desktop AspireRevo
AsRock Desktop ION 330
ASUS Motherboard C2N7A-I
ASUS All-in-one eeeTop ET2002
Colorful Desktop iHTPC
ECS Desktop 7AT-3L
ECS All-in-one Morph-I
Flextronics All-in-one Cobra-2
Flextronics Desktop Dove-2
Funtwist Desktop FION 330
ICD All-in-one Kitchen PC
Lenovo Notebook IdeaPad S12
MSI Desktop Windbox D200
MSI All-in-one Windtop AE2201
Pegatron Desktop IPP7A-CP
Pegatron All-in-one IPP7A-DF2
Pegatron Motherboard IPX7A-ION
TCL All-in-one Ruiyi 1010
Telcast Notebook TL-1000N
Weibu Notebook N10A
Zotac Motherboard ION-ITX

See the new ION products on display at Computex at the NVIDIA partner booths in the Nankang Exhibition Hall.

The new NVIDIA ION-based PCs and platform solutions are great for high definition video, mainstream gaming, and GPU-accelerated video and photo editing applications that take advantage of NVIDIA CUDA™ technology.

ION also supports DirectX Compute as part of Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 7 operating system. DirectX Compute running on NVIDIA’s CUDA compute hardware architecture delivers a major boost for small form factor PCs because it accelerates applications like video editing that run poorly or not at all on today’s low-powered PCs. Other GPU-accelerated applications like vReveal and Badaboom let users quickly edit video and convert it for use on a portable media player like an iPod.

“NVIDIA is really shaking up the small form factor space with ION graphics,” said Rob Enderle, Principal Analyst for the Enderle Group. “Netbooks and nettops are the hottest selling items in the PC space right now, but most are severely limited. ION removes the major chunk of that performance limitation allowing PC vendors the perfect blend of design, performance, and value that drives sales in hard times.”

“Consumer interest in the Acer AspireRevo featuring NVIDIA’s ION graphics has been overwhelming,” said Gianpero Morbello, senior vice president of corporate marketing for Acer. “The Acer AspireRevo clearly demonstrates the power of ION to deliver a full and unique multimedia experience for an amazingly low price. We see strong consumer demand in this space.”

NVIDIA ION graphics processors deliver big performance from small PCs with up to 10X faster graphics than similar systems1. ION graphics support:

Windows 7 and Windows Vista Home Premium
Low-power CPUs including Intel Atom, Intel Celeron, and Via Nano processors
Outstanding 1080p HD video with true-fidelity 7.1 audio
Popular games including The Sims 3, Lego Batman, World of WarCraft, and Battlefield Heroes
DirectX 10 graphics with advanced digital display connectivity
Accelerated video enhancement and transcoding using NVIDIA® CUDA™ and DirectX Compute technology

About NVIDIA
NVIDIA (Nasdaq: NVDA) is the world leader in visual computing technologies and the inventor of the GPU, a high-performance processor which generates breathtaking, interactive graphics on workstations, personal computers, game consoles, and mobile devices. NVIDIA serves the entertainment and consumer market with its GeForce graphics products, the professional design and visualization market with its Quadro® graphics products, and the high-performance computing market with its Tesla™ computing solutions products. NVIDIA is headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif. and has offices throughout Asia, Europe, and the Americas. For more information, visit www.nvidia.com.

1 Based on 3D Mark ‘06 results on Atom 230 CPU with NVIDIA ION GPU, versus Atom 230 CPU with Intel 945 graphics.

Update: Video demo after the cut

Chipset and graphics are courtesy of VIA’s VX875 Media System Processor and UniChrome Pro II IGP, respectively, and they’re paired with a healthy 1GB of RAM.  Connectivity includes Bluetooth 2.1 and a transflash card reader, plus there’s a 3.2-megapixel webcam and GPS.

According to iDOT, the CCI MID is dual-platform, running Windows XP and Android.  It’s unclear whether one single device would have both of those systems, or if they’re trying to cover all their bases: Android smartphone or full XP MID, depending on what resellers prefer.  No word on pricing or availability, but we hear there’s video coming up from at least one blogger attending the show.  Video below courtesy jkkmobile:

There’s obviously Tegra’s clever hardware Flash acceleration, which means full web access and speedy HD videos from YouTube and Hulu, together with a 3D GUI and webcam.  Somehow, Mobinnova have managed to make all this fanless.

In addition to the élan there’s another Mobinnova Tegra device, the T8, which throws in a 10.1-inch touchscreen and GPS, plus HDMI and VGA outputs.  According to the company these are just the first two of several Tegra-based netbooks set for launch; no word on pricing or availability yet, though.

Press Release:

A NEW ERA IN MOBILE COMPUTING

MOBINNOVA UNVEILS THE “élan” WITH HOURS OF HD MULTIMEDIA AND INTERNET POWER “ON THE GO”—COMPUTEX

The Book-Size élan Powers Up Easily, Provides 5-10 Hours Continuous HD Video Playback, 24 Days Audio Playback, Internet Browsing And Graphics Never Seen On A Mobile Computing Device

June 2009, Taipei, Taiwan-A mobile computing revolution arrives June 2, at the Computex 2009 show in Taipei, where content providers, carriers and consumers get their first look at what may be a whole new category of high performance communication devices. The élan is first in Mobinnova’s line of ultra-portable computing devices powered by the NVIDIA® Tegra™ Computer-on-a-Chip. The 2 lb. élan is like a netbook in that it’s small, has a keyboard, and offers easy access to the Internet. However that’s where the similarities end. The élan powers up instantly, connects directly to a 3G wireless network, offers hours of continuous use, full page web browsing, and delivers graphics performance never seen before on a mobile computing device–all packaged in Mobinnova’s stylishly thin design. “This truly portable device is a pleasure to hold and to use. It offers 720p high-definition video playback, full Internet browsing and an impressive battery life,” says KC Kuo, Chairman and CEO of Mobinnova. “We like to say it ‘runs on fun’. It’s a real game changer.”

The size of a hardback book and weighing less than 2 lbs., the Mobinnova élan is compact, quiet and cool. “It’s the most powerful mobile Internet device you can easily pack in your purse, backpack or briefcase. You can use the élan for hours, even days between charges,” says Mike Holland, Vice President of Business Development for Mobinnova. You can also use it anywhere–on a plane to Nepal, at a café in Paris, on the sidelines of a soccer game, in a college dorm room, or sitting in bed. “The élan’s advanced power management means hours of viewing pictures, HD videos, Internet browsing, and reading and responding to email,” says Holland. The Mobinnova élan offers:

• 5-10 hours of continuous HD video playback on a single charge (dependent on screen usage).
• Up to 24 days of continuous audio playback on a single charge (if screen not in use while listening to audio).
• 8.9 inch screen size provides a rich viewing experience and full page web browsing.
• Ultra-light, compact design at 1.84 lbs (836g), 9.1 inches (232mm) x 7.3 inches (186 mm) x .8 inches (20.5 mm).
• NVIDIA Tegra-based platform that supports accelerated Adobe® Flash® animations and 720p high-definition video playback.
• Both Wi-Fi and 3G wireless connectivity, enabling you to check your email, social networking accounts, and do internet searches wherever you are.
• An innovative 3D graphical user interface.
• QWERTY keyboard and touchpad.
• Ability to view Microsoft® Office® and Adobe® documents.
• A webcam for sharing video.
• Fast, high resolution photo rendering, upload, and download.
• Fanless operation for a quite, cool experience.
• Advanced power management, allowing the élan to draw as little as 50mW during typical operation and 150mW during video playback, a fraction of most devices on the market today.

Mobinnova’s élan is the first in a family of mobile devices based on the Tegra platform from NVIDIA, the inventor of the GPU. Also being shown at Computex is the Mobinnova T8, which combines the same powerful platform with a 10.1″ touch screen, GPS, and HDMI and VGA video output. “Mobinnova has designed several interesting Tegra-based, mobile Internet devices that will surprise the market with their sleek, lightweight design and long battery life,” said Mike Rayfield, General Manager Tegra Business at NVIDIA. “Tegra adds the secret sauce to deliver a desktop-like Internet experience and cell phone-like battery life in these new designs.” “The Mobinnova élan and T8 answer the portable communications challenge,” says Mobinnova’s Chairman and CEO, KC Kuo. “We are honored to partner with NVIDIA to create products that make people’s lives easier, more productive, and more enjoyable.”

Video demo after the cut

What being a “SocialOS” basically means is that Jolicloud is designed with social networking in mind.  Support for services like Facebook and Twitter is built-in, as are GMail and Skype, bringing access to and updates from those online apps directly to the frontpage of the OS.

In a way it’s a little similar to HP’s Mi OS, available on some of their Mini netbooks, which brings key information such as email and calendar to the frontpage.  However Jolicloud places greater emphasis on social-networking and connected apps.  Apparently this early alpha will be released soon; more details in the video below.

Other specifications include a 160GB hard-drive, three USB 2.0 ports and a multi-format memory card reader.  Two 6-cell battery versions are promised, 2,200mAh and 2,800mAh, which are tipped to offer 9.5hrs and 11hrs runtime respectively.  Connectivity includes WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR and 10/100 ethernet, and there’s a 1.3-megapixel webcam in the bezel.

If it were us, we’d avoid the Z520 processor – which has given Acer such problems in their Aspire One 751 – and head straight to the Z530.  You won’t get the top-end battery life suggested, but you’ll have a more usable system overall.  No word on pricing, but we’ll hopefully hear more when the ASUS Eee PC 1101HA gets its official announcement later on in the week.