Netbook Review UK

Dell Mini 10, now with Pinetrail

Riding the buzz for the upcoming CES show in January, Dell has announced a new version of the Inspiron Mini 10 with updated processors from Intel’s Pinetrail platform.  But the changes aren’t only under the skin, on the outside, there’s a newly streamlined case which can accommodate a six-cell battery(9hr runtime) without the usual netbook bulge.  On the  inside, the Pinetrail N450 processor can now  be paired with an optional Broadcom Crystal HD video accelerator for HD video playback.   Other options include: four case colors, Bluetooth, WWAN, GPS, a TV tuner, and a 1366 x 768 display.

The Dell Mini 10 with the Pinetrail processor is available starting at £177 directly from Dell UK.

• New Intel Atom N450 processor at 1.66 GHz
• 10.1-inch display with standard (1024×600) or High Definition (1366×768) display available in coming weeks
• Built-in speakers with available SRS Surround sound
• HDTV tuner and location-aware GPS configurations available in coming weeks
• Bundles with Broadcom Crystal HD for smooth HD playback coming in Q1
• Built-in 802.11 b/g wireless with available Bluetooth and Mobile Broadband
• 1GB Memory: Significant system memory may be used to support graphics, depending on system memory size and other factors. DDR2 memory at 800MHz
• 160GB Hard Drive: GB means 1 billion bytes and TB equals 1 trillion bytes; actual capacity varies with preloaded material and operating environment and will be less. or 250GB hard disk drive storage
• Choice of 3 or 6-cell integrated battery with up to 9.5 hours of battery life (Inspiron Mini 10 mobility bundle only).
• Choice of Windows 7 Starter or Windows XP Home, Ubuntu operating system option available in the coming weeks
• Lightweight: Starting at about 2.75 – 3.1 pounds Starting at Weight: Weights vary depending on configuration and manufacturing variability. with a 3-cell battery Battery Life: Based on preliminary lab testing. Varies by configuration, operating conditions and other factors. Maximum battery capacity decreases with time and use. Battery life of 9 hours and 34 minutes for the Mini 10 Mobility bundle is achieved using Mobilemark2007 battery life testing benchmark with a system configuration that includes 60WHr 6 cell battery, Windows 7 Starter Operating system and 250GB Hard Drive.

The Dell Mini 10 with the Pinetrail processor is available starting at £177 directly from Dell UK.