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    When will MSI Ship U120 with New Atom 330?

    Discussion in 'MSI' started by unmarc, Sep 22, 2008.

  1. unmarc

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    Without the 330, there wouldn't be much reason to have a new model 'U120' just for a 2nd gb of memory.

    So I'm sure they're thinking processor too.

    thx for the links.
     
    unmarc, Sep 26, 2008
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    http://www.hexus.net/content/item.php?item=15853

    Exclusive: MSI Wind U120 to launch in November

    "....In terms of internal hardware, we're anticipating just minor changes. Intel's 1.6GHz Atom processor will no doubt remain, but storage capacity will increase - MSI tells us to expect a minimum 160GB hard-disk drive at launch. There won't be an SSD option, at least initially, but the Wind U120 will have one significant feature that was missing in its predecessor; 3.5G connectivity.

    The 3G upgrade     will put MSI's Wind 2 firmly up against the likes of ASUS' new-and-improved Eee and Dell's Mini Inspiron 9. MSI wasn't able to confirm any partnerships with mobile operators at this early stage, but we'd be surprised to see the system ship without the option of a mobile broadband package.

    Battery life will come in the form of a three-cell or six-cell battery - no sign of a nine-cell, unfortunately - and MSI states that both will be available as an option to the consumer...."

    BUT, NO New Atom 330 Processor!
    Only the SAME 270/1.6
    Disappointing.
     
    unmarc, Oct 19, 2008
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    Right now there are great prices on MSI Wind U100s including the fast 160GB HD, and 802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN.

    The 120 will have 3.5G WWAN as well as 802.11n and will probably be out and available in a month/End November for app $75 more .. with a slightly nicer design too.

    I guess wait?

    will the HSPDA mobile be a big advantage over the mere 802.11b/g/n?
     
    unmarc, Oct 26, 2008
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    The atom dual core is a serious disappointment anyway, I wouldn't worry about the fact it's not in the new wind, I'm not!
     
    Tenspeed33, Nov 22, 2008
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    Netbooks likely won't get dual core Atom's till Atom's next generation which comes next fall.
     
    Jayayess1190, Nov 23, 2008
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