Original URL: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/09/18/toshiba_unveils_netbook/
Toshiba takes wraps off netbook
Ubuntu on board
Posted in Hardware, 18th September 2008 09:52 GMT
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Updated It's official: Toshiba today formally launched its entry into the Small, Cheap Computer arena, following Dell's lead and equipping the Linux version with Ubuntu 8.04.
The NB100 is an 8.9in model - the display resolution is 1024 x 600 - and powered by Intel's 1.6GHz Atom N270. Depending on the version you choose, it'll come with 512MB or 1GB of memory and up to 120GB of hard drive capacity.
There's a 0.3-megapixel webcam, 802.11b/g Wi-Fi and the usual complement of USB, VGA, audio and Ethernet ports.
Toshiba's NB100: standard SCC spec
Toshiba claimed at battery life of just shy of four hours. It didn't state a battery capacity, but the pics suggest we're looking at a big, six-cell pack.
NB100 comes in three different colours: "Cosmic Black", "Champagne Gold" and "Bright Silver". Don't fancy Linux? Then pick the other OS option, Windows XP.
The NB100 goes on sale next month. We're still awaiting pricing details - check back here for updates Toshiba's now saying prices will start at £260.
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Toshiba NB100 Photo Gallery
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Links
- http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2008/09/12/rh_bg_netbooks/
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