The screen uses LED backlighting for power efficiency and it supports multitouch capability. The machine comes loaded with some interesting multitouch apps. The processor under the hood is a dual-core Intel D510 at 1.66GHz. The computer has 3GB of DDRII RAM and a 320GB HDD. An integrated optical drive is included along with a memory card reader, four USB ports, and the OS is Windows Home Premium Standard.

The machine also has WiFi and Bluetooth for connectivity and an integrated 1.3MP webcam. The stand the screen has is very slim and can be tilted for comfort from 10-degrees to 55-degrees. The AIO supports full 1080p resolution and has both HDMI and VGA inputs. It’s priced at £349.99 with VAT; no word on a US release at this stage.

Video demo after the cut

Perhaps the biggest issue is the absence of Android Market support. The SN10T1 is preloaded with AndroidPIT‘s App Center, an alternative download store, but since the Hannspree doesn’t tick all of Google’s check-boxes for phone functionality it can’t have the official Android Market. Meanwhile, because it falls short of the 1280 x 800 display (and twin cameras) that Android 3.0 Honeycomb mandates, it can’t run the tablet-centric OS either.

So, the experience falls short of what you get with, say, a Motorola XOOM, but instead you get a significantly lower price tag of around €349 ($505). Build is reasonably chunky and fairly high quality, all plastic and no metal, though the SN10T1 certainly falls well short when it comes to the current race to be the slimmest slate.

Hannspree SN10T1 hands-on:

TapTap’s custom UI actually does a solid job of reskinning Froyo for tablet use, with chunky icons, a completely reworked Settings UI, browser – with Flash Player support – that feels more like a desktop app, and a new split-layout keyboard. No 3G inside, but you do get WiFi and Bluetooth; unfortunately the connection wasn’t working so we couldn’t benchmark the slate.

Those looking for the very latest – and most complete – Android experience will probably find a Honeycomb tablet more to their liking but, as we’ve seen with the Advent Vega, there’s plenty of interest in the budget section of the market if the price is right. Hannspree has already said it will be bringing the SN10T1 to the US, and that sort of broader availability will definitely work in the tablet’s favor.

The SN10T3 uses homegrown HannStar IPS LCD panels and Sintek touch modules (both companies are owned by Hanspree’s parent HSD). Unlike the specs shown on previous slides, Hannspree says the SN10T3′s display now runs at 1280 x 800; it also has 16GB of storage, WiFi and Bluetooth. That change in resolution is a response to Google’s limitations to the Honeycomb platform and its distribution; Hannspree says Google insists on a 1280 x 800 screen, which is why its initial SN10T1 tablet (which went on sale recently) and the imminent SN10T2, both of which have 1024 x 600 panels, run a reskinned Android 2.2. According to Hannspree, increasing the resolution basically doubles the panel cost, which would mean they couldn’t bring the SN10T1 and SN10T2 in at €349 ($505) and €299 ($433) respectively; the SN10T3, in contrast, will be €449 ($650).

Instead of 3.0, those two initial models use a TapTap-created interface which brings Froyo somewhat up to speed with Honeycomb. Flash Player 10.1 support, a more capable browser and reworked settings and homescreen interfaces have all had attention. Interestingly, the SN10T1 and SN10T2 are also the first Android slates to support multiple users, allowing various people to access the slate with different settings, homescreen layouts and access to apps. Next month, they’ll both get an Office suite added, with document, spreadsheet and presentation support.

What we’re unlikely to see any time soon is a 7-inch Hannspree tablet. The company says its plans have been “put on hold for the moment, we have some doubts with that segment.” Still, they’re more likely than anything bigger than the SN10Tx-range: “You might see in the future 7-inch devices; bigger than 10-inch, I don’t think so.”

Hannspree expects tablets to be the company’s main focus over the next few years, rather than novelty TVs.

The Q1 SN10T1 tablet has a 10.1-inch screen with a resolution of 1024 x 600. It will run Android 2.2 and has 16GB of storage. The processor inside the tablet is the Tegra II and it has WiFi and Bluetooth. The tablet will sell for €349. The Q2 bound tablet is the SN10T2 with the same 10.1-inch 1024 x 600 screen. This tablet gets a T1 processor and 8GB of storage. It too will run Android 2.2 and packs in WiFi, Bluetooth, and adds a camera for €299.

The last of the three tablets heading your way in Q3 is the SN10T3. This tablet has a 10.1-inch screen with a higher resolution of 1280 x 600. It will run the Tegra II processor and has 16GB of storage. This tablet will get Android 3.0 and have WiFi, Bluetooth, and a camera. It will sell for €449.

[via Android Community]

Hannspree has announced that its 10-inch MSI Wind clone the HannsNote is coming to America. The company launched the machine in black and white colors in Europe back in May. The HannsNote 10-inch netbook will sell for $379.99 here in America.

You can get it in black or white colors online at Tigerdirect or other locations. The screen of the netbook is a 10-inch LED backlit unit and it runs on an Intel Atom N270 CPU. The OS is Windows XP Home and the machine ships with 1GB of RAM and can be expanded to 2GB. Storage is to a 160GB HDD and other feature include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 1.3MP webcam, memory card reader and it ships with a protective sleeve.

The ST251 has a 16:9 aspect ratio, 300cd/m2 brightness and 2ms grey-to-grey response time.  As for the ST281, that has a 16:10 aspect ratio, 400cd/m2 brightness and 5ms response time.  Each also has composite, component, VGA and dual SCART inputs, together with dual 10W speakers.

Both sets are available in the UK now, priced at £269 ($449) for the 25-inch ST251 and £329 ($549) for the 28-inch ST281.  Hannspree promise larger models in the ST-series later in the year.

Press Release:

HANNspree unveils the new ST series of HD TVs

A whole new level of audio visual entertainment from HANNspree

Hemel Hempstead, 10th August 2009. Consumer electronics specialist, HANNspree, today unveils its new line of HD TVs. The new ST series, which boasts ultra stylish, minimalistic design and breathtaking audio visual performance, promises to deliver a whole new level of entertainment from HANNspree.

Top 5 Must Know Features of the new ST series:
1) Full 1080P HD Resolutions
2) X-Contrast and X-Celerate Technologies
3) Multiple Input Options
4) Multiple Aspect Ratio Support
5) 10Watt Advanced Audio System

The new HANNspree ST series of TVs includes Full HD 1080P resolutions and features HANNspree’s new X-Celerate and X-Contrast technologies. Developed to dramatically improve 3D rendering and the fluidity of dynamic images, HANNspree’s X-Celerate technology reduces response time to ensure sharper images without motion blur, whilst HANNspree’s exclusive X-Contrast technology delivers 10000:1 ultra high dynamic contrast by providing darker black colour and brighter white colour. Picture quality is also enhanced by three key performance features; built-in 3D Comb-Filter and 3D Deinterlace technology which filters out scattered colour signal to produce more saturated colour and life-life image quality, Digital Noise Reduction to improve the overall clarity and sharpness of a picture, and built-in 3.2:2.2 Pull-down Processing which corrects errors in frame rates to ensure smooth, flicker free pictures.

The new ST TVs also feature Multiple Aspect Ratio Support. To avoid any image distortion, the ST series supports a variety of display options such as; Full, Wide, Panarama, Zoom, Subtitle, Auto and Normal views. For example, using the intuitive interface, it is simple to transform an image which may appear stretched in the standard 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio into the perfect 4:3 aspect ratio. This ensures different images (especially from different input devices) are displayed for the optimum viewing experience.

Also taking care of the plethora of input devices your TV plays host to are multiple input options. The ST TVs are 1.3 HDMI compatible and include two HDMI ports to deliver the best HD image quality from the latest HDMI equipped devices such as Blu-Ray players, games consoles and HD camcorders. The series also include the more traditional SCART connectivity, Component and Composite inputs, as well as, VGA support allowing a PC to be hooked-up to transform the TVs into PC monitors for the ultimate media centre set up.

The new ST series also boasts a 10Watt advanced audio system which delivers superior sound quality and provides users with intuitive personalised audio settings (Standard/Music/Movie/Speech/User) for a powerful stereo home studio experience.

The first TVs to launch from the new HANNSpree ST series will be the ST251 and the ST281, 25” and 28” respectively. The new ST251 and ST281 have been designed to enhance contemporary surroundings. Radiating exclusive quality, both feature a sleek, stylish, modern look with softening curves, mirror black bezels and an ultra thin profile giving a truly minimalistic impression (ideal for wall mounting). Larger ST TV sizes will launch later in the year.

The new ST251 and ST281 from HANNspree are available now from www.misco.co.uk and are supplied with a 2yr Collect and Return warranty.

The new ST range will be on display at IFA 2009. For full details on HANNspree’s presence at IFA 2009 visit: http://www.theprroom.com/NEWS/HANNS_IFA09.html

-ENDS-

Additional Information

Main Specifications:

ST251
Display Size: 25” (24.6” Viewable)
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (PC Mode 1920 x 1080)
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Brightness: 300cd/m2
Contrast Ratio: 10000:1 (X-Contrast)
Response Time: 2ms (GtG)
Viewing Angles: H/V 170º/160º
Speakers: 2x 10W
Inputs: Composite, Component, 2x HDMI, VGA, 2x Scart
MHEG5
Teletext: 500 Pages
2yr Collect and Return Warranty
RRP: £269 inc. VAT

ST281
Display Size: 28” (27.5” Viewable)
Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (PC Mode 1280 x 1024)
Aspect Ratio: 16:10
Brightness: 400cd/m2
Contrast Ratio: 10000:1 (X-Contrast)
Response Time: 5ms
Viewing Angles: H/V 170º/160º
Speakers: 2x 10W
Inputs: Composite, Component, 2x HDMI, VGA, 2x Scart
MHEG5
Teletext: 500 Pages
2yr Collect and Return Warranty
RRP: £329 inc. VAT

Connectivity includes two HDMI v1.3 ports supporting HDCP, together with VGA and audio-in for the twin 1.5W speakers.  Brightness is 300 cd/m2, while viewing angles are quoted at 170-degrees horizontal and 160-degrees vertical; the stand also tilts, or can be removed altogether and the HH251HP installed via a standard VESA mount.

HANNSG have also loaded the display up with X-Contrast and X-Celerate technical magic, which claims to do wonderful things with picture quality and reduce blurring.  We reckon more people will be interested in the price: £183.99 ($297). 

Press Release:

HANNSG unveils the new HH series of cutting edge monitors.

The new HH251HP, featuring a unique 25” display, is launched

Hemel Hempstead, UK, 9th July 2009

Top 5 monitor manufacturer, HANNSG, has today unveiled a new line of cutting edge monitors. The new HH series of widescreen TFT LCD monitors, which will include a comprehensive selection of display sizes from 18.5” up to 28”, perfectly demonstrates HANNSGs development and manufacturing capabilities, combining style, performance and functionality.

The first monitor to launch from the new HH range of HANNSG monitors is the new HH251HP. The HH251HP features a number of HANNSG’s exclusive cutting edge technologies, developed to ensure sharper pictures without residual images, for the ultimate HD viewing experience, as well as, a unique 25” display.

The HH251HP’s one-of-a-kind 25” display accommodates a full HD 1920 x 1080 WUXGA resolution and multiple aspect ratio support which ensures image distortion does not occur (a simple press of a hotkey can transform an image which appears stretched in the standard 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio ‘Full Mode’ into the perfect 4:3 ‘Fit Mode’). The HH251HP also features HANNSG’s exclusive X-Contrast technology with 15000:1 ultra-high dynamic contrast, which significantly improves three dimensional effects by providing darker black colour and lighter white colour control, and includes HANNSG’s exclusive X-Celerate technology, which provides a blazingly fast response time to dramatically improve fluidity of dynamic images, ultimately eliminating motion blur. All of the HH251HP’s intuitive display options are easily accessible via an extremely user friendly, redesigned on-board interface.

Adding a touch of class to any space, the new HANNSG monitor boasts striking, state of the art looks with a high gloss, black mirror finish and curved, slim frame. It includes 2 x HDMI 1.3 inputs with HDCP support to support today’s and tomorrow’s high tech external devices and includes VESA wall mounting capability for optimum space utilisation.

The new HH251HP is available now from www.misco.co.uk and is supplied as standard with a 3 year on-site swap out manufacturers’ warranty. RRP £183.99 Inc. VAT.

Main Features:
Display Size: 24.6” Widescreen
Brightness: 300cd/m2
Contrast (typ.): 800:1
X-Contrast (dyn.): 15000:1
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 WUXGA
Response Time: 5ms (typ)/2ms (GtG)
Display Colours: 16.7M
Display Surface: Anti Glare
Viewing Angles: H/V 170º/160º
Inputs: VGA, Audio, 2 x HDMI (HDCP)
Speakers: 2x 1.5W
Dimensions (mm): 582 (w) x 179 (d) x 422 (h)
Tilt: 0º~20º
VESA Mounting: VESA Standard 200 x 100mm

This TV has a 2ms response time, 300cd/m2 brightness and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio. It also has a 170-degree viewing angle horizontally and 160-degrees vertically.

Inputs include component, S-Video, two HDMIs, PC audio jack, VGA. Also included are a pair of 10W speakers and a headphone jack. Included is a 6-foot HDMI cable and a remote control. You can get the Hannspree ST251MKB HDTV now for $399.

There’s also a 1.3-megapixel webcam, integrated WiFi b/g/n and Bluetooth.  Hannspree have bypassed the wimpy 3-cell Wind battery and instead plumped for the 6-cell pack, though they’re not making any runtime estimates, and there’s a 160GB hard-drive and Intel GMA 950 graphics.

Available colors will be gloss white or gloss black, and Hannspree tell us that the HANNSnote will be priced at around £289 ($438) when it arrives in the UK come June.  That price seems a little high, given the age of the Wind netbook and the competition on the market, but perhaps buyers will be drawn in, like magpies, by the glossy shell.

Press Release:

HANNspree reveals its plans to launch a designer mini notebook range

The HANNSnote range is expected to launch in June

Hemel Hempstead, 7th May 2009. HANNspree has today exclusively revealed that it plans to enter the highly competitive mini notebook market. Best known for its extraordinary themed TV designs and its extremely quick rise to the top 5 rankings for monitor sales, HANNspree is planning to penetrate the mini notebook market with a range of designer mini notebooks.

“Our new HANNSnote range is a winning combination of ‘wow factor’ design that will stand out from the crowd and practical portable computing,” says Martin Kent, Territory Manager, UK and Northern Europe. “We have drawn upon our expertise in unique design and quality display manufacturing to create, what we believe, will be the new fashion accessory for the modern gadget lover that demands style.”

Martin Kent continues “Our parent company, HANNstar, is one of the largest global display manufacturers which to date has aided HANNspree to become a leader in the TV, monitor and digital photo frame markets. Our move into the mini notebook market was the next logical step to expand our consumer electronics portfolio.”

The new HANNSnote which will initially be available in glossy piano black and glossy ice white will boast; a stunning 10″ LCD display, a full size keyboard, a 1.3MP Webcam, built in WiFi (802.11b/g/n) and BlueTooth connectivity. Most importantly the HANNSnote will include a large 6cell battery for long battery life and will weigh only 1.2kg.

Proposed retail price at launch – £289.00 inc. VAT (TBC) Further details to be announced.

Being a budget set there are some obvious compromises.  Brightness and contrast are an obvious pair: the HT09 manages a relatively weak 500cd/m2 and 800:1 respectively.  The in-built speakers, perhaps more important at the budget end of the spectrum as users are more likely to rely on them rather than an aftermarket surround sound system, manage just 5W each.

Still, there are plenty of ports – Composite, Component, two HDMI, VGA, two SCART, PC Audio, Composite Audio, HDMI/DVI Audio – and a headphone output for private listening.  The HANNspree HT09 is available in the UK now, priced at £279.99 ($491). 

Press Release:

Introducing the new 28” full HD digital LCD TV from TV experts, HANNspree.

One of, if not the only 28” TV on the market!

Hemel Hempstead, 6th October 2008

HANNspree is pleased to announce the release of the new HT09, 28” widescreen, full HD LCD TV. Aside from its designer ‘style’ and ‘fantasy’ ranges, HANNspree is best known for offering high quality but value LCD TVs to suit the more modest budget and the new HT09 is no exception, the new feature packed LCD TV costs only £279.99 Inc VAT.

The HT09 features; a full HD 1920 x 1200 resolution, ensuring all HD content can be displayed in its true form for spectacular visuals that wow; a 3ms response rate that takes care of fast moving images to reduce smear and jittering; and 2 x 5watt speakers which deliver clear and crisp acoustics that complement the HT09’s stunning visuals.

With an ever growing list of external devices available to hook up to the modern TV, connectivity is essential. The new HT09 offers an abundance of plug-ins, including; 2x HDMI ports and 2x Scart inputs as well as component, composite and VGA (allowing you to hook up a computer).

As always, HANNspree has wrapped up all of this technology into a simple yet chic design that will enrich any home cinema set up, and which includes VESA mounting capability and a super wide 160º viewing angle to allow you to conveniently place the HT09 to suit your surroundings.

HANNspree’s new HT09 is available to buy at £279.99 Inc. VAT now from www.misco.co.uk. The HT09 also features 1000 pages of Teletext, a fully functional remote control and complete peace of mind with 2yr pickup, repair and return warranty as standard.

-ENDS-

Additional Information

Main Features

Display Size: 28”

Tuner Input: 2x (1x Analogue/1x DVB-T)

Brightness: 500cd/m2

Contrast Ratio: 800:1

Resolution: 1920 x 1200

Response Time: 3ms (GtG)

Viewing Angles: H/V 160º/160º

Speakers: 2x 5W

Inputs: Composite, Component, 2x HDMI, VGA, 2x Scart, PC Audio, Composite Audio, HDMI/DVI Audio

Outputs: Earphone

Teletext: 1000 Pages

However, if you live in the UK and want to get a new TV that prepares you for the switch, but you don’t have coverage of the digital signal yet, its ok, this TV still has an analog tuner too. The DVB-T tuner will support all the freeview channels, and you can go into interactive mode too, but no Freeview Playback support.

For connectivity you get 2 SCART, 2 HDMI, and an S-Video port. You also get VESA wall mounts and a 8ms response time. All of that for £399 for the 32” and £519 for the 37” models and you can get them now online, if you live in the UK.

HANNSpree launches XV GT LCD televisions [via pocket-lint]

And do the kids really care if that baseball-themed LCD is handcrafted of genuine leather? Ok, so maybe I’m being a bit harsh, and ultimately there’s probably going to be some fanatic baseball fan out there in his 30s dying to get one of these. Take a look and judge for yourself. I like my bezels thin, you?