HP’s Atom Netbook, Mini Note 1000
HP decides to further it’s bid into netbook territority by adding a new member to the Mini Note line, the Mini Note 1000. Unless it’s Big Brother, the Mininote 2133, the Mini Note 1000 is powered by a Intel Atom processor (N270) and Windows XP and touts a more stylish exterior.
Lighter, thinner and more powerful than the 2133, this could be HP’s winner in the netbook market.
Full Specifications of the Mini Note 1000:
- Intel Atom 1.6 GHz N270
- 8.9 and/or 10.2 display screen (1024×600 pixel)
- 512MB, 1GB or 2GB RAM
- 8GB/16GB SSD or 60GB HDD
- WiFi 802.11 b/g
- 1.3MP webcam
- Intel GMA950 integrated chip
- 3-cell battery
- Windows XP or Linux
The Mini Note 1000 will be available in three models
- Piano-black
- Vibrant Red
- Vivienne Tam Edition
The HP Mini Note 1000 with MIE (Mobile Internet Experience) which runs on Linux and uses a special MIE dashboard to deliver pre-loaded instant messaging, e-mail and Skype to help minimize start times. Handy and a nice option for non-Windows fans.
Pricing is as follows:
- HP Mini Note 1000 (w/ XP): $399 (available NOW)
- HP Mini Note 1000 (w/ Linux): $379 (available in January)
- Vivienne Tam Edition HP Mini Note 1000: $699 (available in December)
Once I gather enough info, I’ll make another Facts about - post on the Mini Note 1000.
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October 30th, 2008 at 12:31 pm
this is what I’ve been waiting for
November 13th, 2008 at 1:38 pm
do you have any idea as to when will this be released in the philippines?
the piano black finish looks enticing, but i hate the glare of the glossy screen. and the 80GB HDD just doesn’t cut it.
i have gone through the HP website and my entire configuration costs $524. most likely that might be around Php27,999 here.
the Lenovo Ideapad S10 has a better specs, sporting a 160GB HDD at a Php23,999 price point.
both just have a 3cell battery though, and Lenovo doesn’t have a 6cell option yet.
November 14th, 2008 at 8:43 am
@John Ray Cabrera:
If you’re looking to get the Mini Note, I suggest lurking at PC Corner’s site since they seem to be the fastest one to get new models out into the Philippine Market.
I’m not sure about pricing though so I suggest to just wait and see before deciding. The bad part about that is some new model might come along and snag your attention.
November 16th, 2008 at 6:45 am
oh yres, and i think pc corner has been my daily pilgrimage while waiting for the 13th month pay to come.
most likely raw, HP will come out by mid-December? is this true?
November 17th, 2008 at 7:57 am
@John Ray Cabrera:
not really sure. Giz and Engadget still hasn’t covered any release date for it.
December 16th, 2008 at 8:39 am
Be careful. There is just one shared audio plug port. Not two, like everyone else. You won’t be using skype to make phone calls and be able to use a headset and mic at the same time.
December 16th, 2008 at 9:27 am
@Derek
thanks for the heads up.. hmm
shared? How do you chose what function the plug is using?