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News Posted: Fri, Oct 23 2009 4:29 PM
If it's a subsidized netbook you're after, it's Verizon Wireless thatyou should be looking at. The wireless operator has a whole slew ofnetbooks on the cheap (provided you sign up for pricey 2-year dataplan), and if the current crop isn't good enough for you, two more arehitting today courtesy of HP.

But there's something extra with one of these two. The HP Mini311-1037NR is the first Verizon netbook to support Windows 7 HomePremium, while the HP Mini 110-1046NR sports the tried and true WindowsXP Home Edition. Both of 'em come with integrated WWAN modules to getyou connected wherever a Verizon tower is near, and if coupled with aVerizon Wireless GlobalAccess service plan, they can surf in over 185international destinations.

The HP Mini 311-1037NR is available for $249.99 after a $100 mail-inrebate with a new two-year customer agreement on a Mobile Broadbandplan, while the HP Mini 110-1046NR will ship in the middle of nextmonth for $199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate and signing the same broadband plan. Full specifications of both machines are listed below.



Key Features and Specifications of the HP Mini 311-1037NR:

Operating system: Genuine Windows(®) 7 Home Premium
Offers a rich entertainment experience with:
  • 11.6"-diagonal HD LED BrightView widescreen display (1366 x 768)
  • 16:9 aspect ratio for full-screen HD content playback
  • Audio: Altec Lansing speakers
  • Graphics Card: NVIDIA ION for Windows 7
Processor: Intel(®) Atom(TM) Processor N270
Processor speed: 1.60 GHz
System memory: 2 GB RAM
Storage hard drive: 160 GB
Radio/frequencybands: CDMA/1X/EV-DO Revision A: 800/1900 MHz; UMTS/HSPA: 850/1900/2100MHz; GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g/n
HP Webcam with integrated digital microphone
Integrated 5-in-1 digital media reader for SD, MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards
External ports: 3 USB 2.0; 1 HDMI; 1 RJ-45 (LAN); 1 VGA (15-pin)
Dimensions: 11.4" (length) x 8.03" (depth) x 0.78-1.2" (height)
Weight: 3.22 lbs.
Power: 65W AC Adapter; 6-cell lithium-ion battery (usage up to 6.25 hours with Windows 7)
Bluetooth(®) capabilities
Right and left button on track pad for easier, more familiar use

Key Features and Specifications of the HP Mini 110-1046NR:

Operating system: Genuine Windows(®) XP Home Edition
Offers customers the perfect mobile companion with:
  • 10.1"-diagonal SD LED anti-glare widescreen display (1024 x 576)
  • Windows Media Player 11
  • Audio: HD audio, stereo speakers and integrated microphone
Processor: Intel Atom Processor N270
Processor speed: 1.60 GHz
System memory: 1 GB RAM
Storage hard drive: 160 GB
Radio/frequencybands: CDMA/1X/EV-DO Revision A: 800/1900 MHz; UMTS/HSPA: 850/1900/2100MHz; GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g
HP Webcam with integrated microphone
Integrated 5-in-1 digital media reader for SD, MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards
External ports: 3 USB 2.0; 1 RJ-45 (LAN); 1 VGA (15-pin)
Dimensions: 10.3" (length) x 6.77" (depth) x 1.04-1.29" (height)
Weight: 2.57 lbs.
Power: 30W AC Adapter; 3-cell lithium-ion battery (usage up to 3.5 hours with Windows XP, 3.75 hours with starter)
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realneil replied on Sat, Oct 24 2009 11:10 AM

There will be a slew of them in a few weeks,...........

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