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HP Mini 110 & HP Mini 1101 Netbooks Revealed

Jay Bika — Wed, 27 May 2009 04:23:00 +0000

Hewlett-Packard does not mess around. While most computer manufacturers release a mini notebook model on a given day, this computer giant releases two netbooks in the same breath.

The HP Mini 110 netbook is said to be a consumer ultra portable laptop while the HP Mini 1101 netbook is for business users. In other words, the later is for serious stuff while the former is for light stuff.

What makes these two new netbooks different from their older siblings?

At first glance, more power. But there are more differences. See them for yourself…

Meet HP’s Mini 2140, The Corporate Netbook

Jay Bika — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 15:40:18 +0000

Will the corporate world embrace the netbook? I think so and so does HP as they plan to unveil a business netbook at the CES. The HP Mini 2140 netbook is targeted at the businesses and differentiates itself from other ultraportable notebooks by having an aluminum design and a slightly higher price tag among many features.

Seee:CES: Hewlett-Packard unveils the Mini 2140 Netbook

HP’s Introduces the Compaq Mini 700 in Europe

Jay Bika — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 01:54:06 +0000

It’s Monday so it means that there’s another netbook on the block. HP has a new netbook for Europe. The Compaq Mini 700 netbook is yet another ultraportable laptop with nothing much to make it stand out. The source of this piece of news has all the details so instead of copy and pasting, I’ll just link to the post: HP launches Compaq Mini 700 netbook in Europe

Deal Alert: $40 Off the HP Mini 1000 Netbook

Jay Bika — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 18:22:43 +0000

I can’t tell if it’s the holiday spirit or an effort to boost spending in this economic crisis but HP has decided to shave $40 off the Mini 1000. See: HP Mini 1000 to get $40 price cut

If such a deal is a sign of better deals to come, I am pretty chuffed because the holiday gift buying will be less stressful on my bank balance!

Pure Hotness! HP Mini 1000 Netbook Vivienne Tam Special Edition

Jay Bika — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 19:45:50 +0000

One thing I really like about netbooks is that this time manufacturers have wised up and are making sure to offer things that are actually pretty cute and a pleasure to show off as opposed to dull grey/black desktop replacement type laptops.

We first spoke about the cool Dell netbooks and now the HP Mini 1000 netbook gets really pretty. Vivienne Tam got her hands on one and did a splendid job. I hope that more fashion designer/manufacturers alliances are on the way and that each one of us will be able to have a netbook that reflects his style or personality.

HP Mini 1000 Vivienne Tam edition netbook now available

The Catch With HP Mini 1000 Netbook’s Always-On Internet Connection

Jay Bika — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:22:48 +0000

Recently, Netbook Era was pretty excited about the HP Mini 1000 netbook having a secret 3G modem. We asked you if you had spotted one on yours (assuming that you own a Mini 1000). jk On The Run followed up and just discovered yes indeed you can get mobile broadband with the HP netbook but it’s going to cost some serious beans (HP adds $199 integrated 3G option to Mini 1000 netbook).

If money is no issue or use your netbook for business use, the costs are justified but for the rest of us, we shall stick to chasing after free WiFi signals and hope that the connection is fast enough.

Review: HP Mini 1035NR Netbook

Jay Bika — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:10:25 +0000

“One of the biggest changes in the Mini 1035NR is the use of the ubiquitous Intel Atom N270 processor compared to the slower VIA C7-M. This gives it a significant boost of performance over the older 2133 Mini-Note and is more on par with similar 10-inch netbook offerings.”, writes About.com in the HP Mini 1035NR netbook review.

Read the full HP Mini 1035NR Netbook Laptop PC review

Prediction:125 Million Netbooks Sold in 2009

Jay Bika — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:37:47 +0000

“Despite an uncertain economic outlook for 2009, global notebook shipments from the top five notebook vendors – Hewlett-Packard (HP), Acer, Dell, Toshiba and Asustek Computer – are expected to reach close to 130 million units in 2009, according to market sources.” - Top five notebook vendors expected to combine for shipments of more than 125 million units in 2009

Review of the HP Mini 1000 Netbook

Jay Bika — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:11:49 +0000

“HP’s second-gen netbook makes a serious stab at the mainstream consumer market, but this polished package falls short in a few key areas.” - First Aussie review: HP Mini 1000 netbook

Do You Know of This Little Known HP Mini 1000 Netbook Feature?

Jay Bika — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:37:44 +0000

“We’re used to finding hidden easter eggs in software, but the HP Mini 1000 netbook deviates from the norm: It secretly contains a 3G modem.” - HP Mini 1000 Has a Secret 3G Modem

HP Wonders: Can Netbooks Be Given Away Cellphone Style?

Jay Bika — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:01:09 +0000

HP has figured out that netbooks are really like smartphones but with larger screens and keyboards and therefore would like to offer it a very low price to customers if they purchase a wireless contract. Basically, that’s how cellphone carriers make their money and the business model seems to be working wonders for them.

But how will that play out with the netbook market? The Wall Street Journal investigates: H-P Mulls Service Bundles for Netbooks (Paid access).

HP Mini 1000 Netbook Review and Pictures

Jay Bika — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:56:49 +0000

Slash Gear gets its hands on the HP Mini 1000 notebook and reports back on what they reviewed: “With this mini notebook being a bit wider than most netbooks on the market, HP made very good use of the space by putting in an almost full size keyboard (92%) leaving no extra room on the side and a wide touch pad.” Also included are some pictures.