As you might of already heard HP has developed a new line of mini PCs at a super low price, starting at $399. You can get one now at the HP Store. And hopefully by the beginning of next year, they will release a custom OS built for the HP Mini 1000 based off Ubuntu Linux.
Here is a Press Release from HP describing their new line of Mini Companion PCs.
HP Expands Portfolio of Mini Companion PCs
Designed for Mobility, Social Media and Fashion
News Minis geared for "information snacking"
PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 29, 2008 - Following the success of its education-based mini PC introduced in April, HP today expanded its line of companion PCs with three models in the HP Mini 1000 family that address the specific needs of Internet-centric consumers, mobile professionals, always-on social media enthusiasts and fashion-forward women.
These companion PCs provide a uniquely simplified Internet experience in an ultraportable design. They share a sleek form factor - at less than 1-inch thick - with lightweight portability at 2.25 lbs, a keyboard that is 92 percent that of standard PCs, Brightview widescreen Infinity display with flush glass and LED backlight and a webcam. The HP Mini will be made available worldwide in an array of configure-to-order options.
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These companion PCs are geared towards information snacking and content enjoyment versus the content creation capability found in fully functional Notebook PCs. They are a complement to HP's award-winning Notebook PC family.
The three models are as follows:
The HP Mini 1000 features a piano-black finish with HP Imprint swirl design and is powered by an Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz processor running Windows XP Home, making the Web, critical files and PC applications easily portable. It includes an Ethernet jack, 2 USB ports, built-in webcam and microphone. It comes with wireless connectivity (WLAN,) and 3G versions are expected to be available in December.
Configuration choices include screen size - 8.9-inch Brightview or 10.2-inch diagonal Brightview widescreen Infinity display with1024 x 600 resolution - and solid-state or mechanical hard- drive options.
The HP Mini 1000 Vivienne Tam Edition comes in vibrant red with a peonyflower inspired design that reflects the globally acclaimed fashion designer's Spring 2009 collection. It seeks to satisfy the highly mobile, Internet- centric fashionista woman and features a 10.2-inch diagonal Brightview widescreen Infinity display with1024 x 600 resolution.
Its design was first unveiled on the runway of Tam's Fall 2009 Fashion Week show in Battery Park in New York, although many on the scene mistook it for a purse rather than the companion PC that it is. Tam labeled it the world's first "digital clutch," and it ships with an embroidered sleeve to protect the exterior, Accidental Damage Protection service and an HP SmartFriend Calling Card good for 6 months of unlimited consultative service.
The Vivienne Tam Edition companion PC is powered by the Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz processor running Windows XP Home and has a 1GMm memory, making the Web, critical files and PC applications easily portable. It includes an Ethernet jack, 2 USB port, built-in webcam and microphone. It comes with wireless connectivity (WLAN,) and 3G versions are expected to be available in December.
Tam said, "The fashion-forward woman no longer has to sacrifice glamor when staying in touch with all her favorite digital content. And the flower and vibrant colors suggest good fortune, happiness and prosperity in the Chinese culture."
The HP Mini 1000 with MIE (Mobile Internet Experience) is the uniquely simple, strikingly mobile Internet companion. It delivers a seamless Internet experience out-of-the-box via an intuitive interface developed by HP that makes it easy to enjoy digital content - videos, photos, music and email - on-demand and on the go. MIE comes loaded with Instant Messaging, email and Skype, for online video chat, making it easy to enjoy social-media experiences anywhere they are connected.
The HP Mini 1000 with MIE is Linux-based and powered by an Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz processor. It includes an Ethernet jack, 2 USB ports, built-in webcam and microphone. It comes with wireless connectivity (WLAN.) Applications such as browsing, email, online video, are pre-loaded and run from the MIE dashboard, minimizing startup time. Favorite websites that are added to the dashboard stay live, and the task bar makes it easy to switch between programs.
Mini Accessories and Service
The HP Mini Mobile Drive gives HP Mini 1000 customers 2, 4 or 8 gigabytes of additional storage, making it simple to transport and retrieve important files, photos, music and other data. It sits flush against the HP Mini, so that is doesn't disrupt the sleek design.
An optional 6-cell Li-polymer battery will be available in January.
The HP Mini 1000 and HP Mini 1000 Vivienne Tam Edition come with a free six-month subscription to HP Upline for up to three PCs. HP Upline is an easy-to-use, secure on-line service for the storage, backup, sharing and synchronization of digital content.
Pricing and availability
The HP Mini 1000 is available today in the U.S. from www.hpdirect.com with a starting price of $399.99.
The HP Mini 1000 Vivienne Tam Edition is expected to be available in the U.S. in mid-December via www.hpdirect.com. It - plus its designer sleeve and support offerings - is expected to be priced at a starting price of $699.99 U.S.
The HP Mini 1000 with MIE is expected to be available in the U.S. in January via www.hpdirect.com and is expected to be at a starting price of $379.99. Customers can reserve an HP Mini 1000 with MIE or HP Mini 1000 Vivienne Tam Edition by calling 1-800-230-5752. For more information about the HP Mini 1000 portfolio please visit www.hp.com/xxxx
[via Gizmodo]
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