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Chrome OS boot image

Chrome OS boot image

Last week Google showed its first operating system and published its source code. One of enthusiasts has already managed to create full image of Chrome OS to boot from a USB key. As it was promised new operating system boots up in seconds, websites also load much quicker than before. You can download free image here and try new Google Chrome operating system in action yourself. Here is also a guide how to run Chrome OS as a virtual machine

HP iPAQ Glisten

HP iPAQ Glisten

HP together with AT&T officially announced iPAQ Glisten communicator. It has classic shape factor and is equipped with 2.5 inch AMOLED touch screen and QWERTY keyboard. The list of hardware specifications includes Qualcomm 7200A 528 MHz CPU, 3.1 Mp camera with 5x digital zoom, 256 Mb RAM, 512 Mb ROM, microSD memory card support (up to 32 Gb), Wi-Fi (802.11b/g), Bluetooth 2.0 with A2DP, A-GPS, 1590 mAh battery and 3.5 mm audio jack. The operating system is Windows Mobile 6.5. HP iPAQ Glisten measures 112.8 х 62.8 х 13.4 mm, and weights 132 g./This device will become available in AT&T operator’s shops in next few weeks and will cost $230 with two-year contract.

MSI Wind Top AE2220 All-in-One PC

MSI Wind Top AE2220

MSI has just unveiled another Wind Top series device. MSI AE2220 all-in-one computer features 21.5 inch screen with multitouch technology support and runs on Windows 7 Home Premium operating system. The list of other characteristics also looks good – 2.2GHz Intel T6600 CPU, 4 GB of DDR2 RAM, 500 Gb hard disk, NVIDIA GeForce 9300 integrated graphics with 256MB video memory and 5.1-channel speakers with SRS Premium Sound immersive audio technology. There is also Blu-Ray/Double-layer DVD Super Multi optical drive, Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), 6-in-1 cardrider and 1.3 Mp webcam. The list of ports includes VGA-in, 6x USB, E-SATA, RJ45, HDMI-in and SPDIF. Dual PCIe expansion slots provide an opportunity to upgrade computer in the future. MSI Wind Top AE2220 is already available for pre-order on Amazon and costs with prices ranging from $660 to $900 depending on specifications.

MSI Wind Top AE2220 MSI Wind Top AE2220
MSI Wind Top AE2220 MSI Wind Top AE2220

Microsoft opened Marketplace for WinMo 6.0/6.1

Windows Marketplace for Mobile

At first Windows Marketplace for Mobile was available only for devices with latest version (Windows Mobile 6.5) of popular operating system by Microsoft. But today from today owners of device running on WinMo 6.0/6.1 also have an opportunity to use this new online shop. To start users of WinMo device have to download and install special application that can be find here. At present moment catalog Windows Marketplace for Mobile includes about 400 applications both paid and free.

Stylish netbook by Shenzhen

Shenzhen G-Five KTNO2

Chinese Shenzhen company has just showed its new netbook. The main feature of G-Five KTNO2 is its impressive design. The case of this device is made of still and according to the producer has ‘greatly improved aerodynamic performance’. But the list of technical characteristics also looks good. This laptop is equipped with 10.2 inch screen with 1024×600 px resolution, Intel Atom 1.6 GHz CPU, 1 Gb RAM, 160 Gb hard drive, 4-in-1 cardrider, 1.3 Mp camera, Bluetooth 2.0 and 3G SIM card slot. There is also 2 USB 2.0 ports, VGA and LAN. Shenzhen G-Five KTNO2 measures 265 x 193 x 23.5mm and weights 1.26 kg. Unfortunately there is no nay information about release date and price.

Shenzhen G-Five KTNO2 Shenzhen G-Five KTNO2
Shenzhen G-Five KTNO2 Shenzhen G-Five KTNO2

MSI Wind U230

MSI Wind U230

MSI unveiled its net ultraportable laptop. It is heir of Wind U210 and in contrast to predecessor U230 has faster performance and pre-installed Windows 7 operating system. The main feature of MSI Wind U230 is that it has not Intel Atom but 1.6 GHz Neo X2 MV40 CPU by AMD. Other specifications are 12.1 inch screen with 1366×768, AMD Radeon HD3200 graphic accelerator, 4 Gb RAM , 160/250/320 Gb hard disk, 1.3 Mp camera, Bluetooth 2.0 and Wi-Fi modules. Connectivity includes HDMI, VGA, 3 USB 2.0 ports, Ethernet and 4-in-one card rider. As for battery future owners will have opportunity to choose between 3 and 6 cell accumulators. There is no information about the price but it is expected that MSI Wind U230 will cost about $400.

MSI Wind U230 MSI Wind U230
MSI Wind U230 MSI Wind U230

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