Archive for the ‘Notebook’ Category

Shenzhen-based Saycool passed a tablet computer called the M5A, pictured above, through the FCC today.  The device actually sports a decent feature set that includes a 5” touch screen with an 800 x 480 resolution, Intel Atom Z515 processor, Intel GMA500 graphics, between 8 to 32GB of storage, external storage via SD, 0.3MP webcam, Bluetooth and 802.11b/g WiFi. 

The M5A will run Windows 7, as pictured below.  In addition to its touch screen, the device can be controlled by what appears to be an optical mouse with left and right mouse buttons placed on the left hand side of the device.

The M5A weighs in at 12.3 ounces with battery, and measures 6.3” x 3.7” x 0.9”.  That makes the device a bit too large to comfortably pocket, but definitely portable enough to fit in a small bag or purse.

We’re not sure how usable Windows 7 will be on a 5” touch screen, and the device does appear to be a bit bulky, especially when compared to other tablets.  We’re also not sure if, or when the M5A will make it to the United States – currently Saycool’s products are only available in the US on a limited basis through importers.

We’ll keep you updated as we learn more.

The LGT28 notebook, pictured, above made an appearance on the FCC today.  The notebook also goes by the model numbers T280, TD280, TB280, T290, TB290 and TD290 in different markets.

The LGT28 rocks an 11.6” screen with a 1366×768 resolution, a choice between Intel Pentium, Celeron, Core i5 and Core i3 processors, Mobile Intel HD Gfx graphic, up to 2GB of RAM, Bluetooth, WiFi and 3G.

No word on pricing or availability at the moment.

The LG LGX14 netbook, pictured above, made its way through the FCC today.  Unfortunately, FCC documents don’t give us a whole lot of info on the device.  However, test reports do confirm that the netbook will support wireless GSM 850/1900, and WCDMA band II and V wireless data.  Support for WCDMA bands II and V made the device a good fit for AT&T in the United States.

FCC filings show several names for the LGX14 including the LGX14A, X140, XB140 and XD140.  We’re guessing that LG will use different model numbers depending on the region in which the netbook is sold.

No word on pricing or a release date.  A closeup of the LGX14’s label is below:

We don’t have a lot to go on here, but an FCC filing on Friday by Intel appears to have revealed a prototype Dell laptop.  Images of the laptop from test setup photos are above, and you can see Intel’s reference to the device as a ‘prototype’ below.

FCC documents also show that the Dell prototype will rely on an Intel 633ANHMW mini PCIe card for 802.11 a/b/g/n connectivity.  Other than that, we don’t know much else about this laptop.

FCC filings by Intel today reveal that Lenovo has a WiMAX version of its ThinkPad X100e in the works.  Pictured above, the device relies on Intel’s 622ANXHMW card for WLAN, WiMAX and Bluetooth connectivity.

A closeup of markings on the X100e, below, reveal that the device is manufactured by Lenovo’s OEM partner Quanta Computer Inc. – no surprise there.  Interestingly, Lenovo’s ThinkPad Mini Series is also identified next to ThinkPad X100 series notebooks, suggesting that these devices are essentially based on the same platform.

The ThinkPad Mini series has already made an appearance on the FCC back in December of 2009, and the Mini 10 later showed up in Australia.  Given that these devices are listed under “Lenovo (Japan) Limited,” Mini 10 and Mini 11 devices may just be regional variations of the X100 platform.

We don’t have any word on pricing or a release date yet, but we’ll keep you posted.

A new notebook called the Lenovo U610 appeared on the FCC today, thanks to a filing by Intel.  The U610 is listed as a host for Intel’s Centrino Wireless-N module that provides 802.11 b/g/n wireless connectivity.

Lenovo’s U-series notebooks currently offer Intel Core 2 Duo processors running at 1.3 GHz.  The naming convention for the U-series suggests that the U610 will have a screen in the 16” range.

We don’t know much else at this point, but today’s FCC filing suggests that Lenovo will soon announce a new addition to its U-series lineup.

It’s been a busy day for Wanlida Group.  Just a few minutes after passing the PC-91013 netbook through the FCC, the company passed the PC-91301 notebook through the FCC, as well.

Like the PC-91013, the PC-91301 bears Malata branding.  The device features an Intel Pentium SU4100 processor, 2 GB of RAM, 13.3” screen with a resolution of 1280 x 800, 1.3 MP camera, Intel GS45 graphics and 802.11 b/g/n WiFi.

Again, we don’t know if or when we can expect to see the PC-1301 in the States, but most likely the device will be rebranded if it is headed to the US.

Fujitsu passed the T730 notebook through the FCC yesterday.  The device, also known as the TH700, is part of Fujitsu’s T-Series lineup of tablet computers.

The T730 will feature an Intel Centrino 6200 Puma Peak WLAN module that provides 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi.  The device also features a Bluetooth module from CSR.

FCC documents don’t reveal much else about the T730.  We’ll keep you updated as we learn more.

A new laptop from Sony called the PCG-31113L passed through the FCC today.  The device features a Qualcomm Gobi2000 that provides CDMA/EVDO and GSM/WCDMA 3G connectivity, along with an Intel 802.11 a/b/g/n WLAN card and Bluetooth.  The device’s label, above, also makes mention of a optical drive.

Test reports show that the PCG-31113L uses a VGP-AC19V32 AC adapter.  This adapter is currently used in Sony’s Z-Series notebooks, so this is likely a new addition to the Z-Series line.

We’ll keep you updated as we learn more.

Acer passed this svelte laptop, known as the JV10, through the FCC today.  We don’t know much about the device, but it will be part of Acer’s Aspire One series.  According to FCC documents, the JV10 will also be known as the MS2296, AS1830T, AL753, MS2298, AS1551 and AO721 with all models bearing the Acer brand.

A closer look at the JV10’s top shows a carbon fiber-like material.  The device has 3 USB ports, a VGA connector and HDMI port.

Unfortunately, Acer submitted a generic user manual with the JV10, so we don’t know any specs for the device.  We’ll keep you updated as we learn more.