The MSI Wind U90 looks just like the U100. Once you open it, the difference is obvious.

The U90 has a 8.9-inch wide screen, 1024×600  LCD Panel – 1.1 inches smaller than the U100.

But other than that, there’s not much difference between the two models.

Both have the same Intel Atom N270 Processor. Both feature the same magnifying capabilities, wider-than-most keyboard and touchpad, the same built-in hi-res 1.3 megapixel webcam, built-in mic and 2-channel stereo speakers, and the same multi-media app interface.

And like the U100, the U90 runs on Windows XP, Read the rest of this entry »

Electronista had the opportunity to try MSI’s new X-Slim and Wind U123 notebooks at a press event last evening and came away impressed. The X340 is the centerpiece, as it’s one of the first to use Intel’s new CULV processors; that lets it run Vista Home Premium reasonably quickly without having to balloon the form factor. The system is disconcertingly thin: at about 0.7 inches deep and 2.8 pounds heavy, it’s visibly almost as thin as a Dell Adamo and certainly feels much lighter. It should also cost half as much at about $1,000 while running about as quickly.

There are sacrifices made to get there: the X340 (and X320) chassis at least feels like it’s dominated by plastic, and the keys are the typical tray design rather than a ‘chiclet’ design like many notebooks are using. We’d also note that the X320 may be slower than some people would like. It has the same 13.4-inch display and Windows Vista OS as its faster cousin but is using a significantly slower processor and graphics chipset that will bog it down. Consider paying the premium for the faster X340, especially since the X320 is already $700. Read the rest of this entry »

At the CTIA show in Vegas that kicked off today, MSI is showing off its new Wind U123 netbook along with a pair of new X-series Ultra-Slim notebooks and has released the specs and pricing information for its portable PCs. The new 10.2-inch Wind model is powered by Intel’s 1.66GHz Atom N280 CPU and is the first Wind netbook to offer a 3G data network module and a TV Tuner. For security, the netbook will have MSI’s EasyFace software that will read a user’s facial features via its 1.3-megapixel camera before granting access. Another first in the Wind range is the U123’s availability in a range of colors, adding blue and red in addition to white and gray.

The U123 will weigh nearly 3lbs with its 6-cell battery, and slightly more with the optional 9-cell unit. Standard RAM is rated at 1GB, though it can be doubled thanks to an expansion slot. The 160GB hard drive will have Windows XP Home preloaded on it, with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR rounding out hte main specs.

As previously reported, the 13.4-ich X340 will be one of the first notebooks to use Intel’s CULV CPU, rated at 1.3GHz. It will sport a 16:9 LCD capable of high-definition 1366×768 resolution along with an HDMI port, allowing for playback of 1920×1080 resolution HD content. Prices for the X340 will start at under $1,000, MSI announced. Read the rest of this entry »

The ever-growing market for portable gaming devices has sparked tight competition among computer manufacturers. MSI is one of the leading makers of mobile gaming computers and many have been joining the bandwagon in attempts at penetrating the lucrative market. Read the rest of this entry »

MSI has another laptop option in the MSI GX720 QUAD. It boasts of a CPU IntelCore™ 2 Quad Q9000 (2.0GHz/L2 6MB/FSB 1066MHz) and the nVIDIA Geforce 9600M GT 3D Graphic Card (DDR3 512MB). It can accommodate up to 4GB RAM DDR2.

It has a wide 17” TFT LCD monitor that can be a big plus for people who want wider screens in modern laptops today.

Other features:

• HDD 320GB SATA
• Optical DVD Super Multi
• Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth V2.0+EDR
• LAN 10/100/1000 Mbps Gbe LAN
• OS Window VISTA HOME Premium

MSI launches another laptop model in the VR430, boasting of an ECO-engine model and a 14” LCD screen with 1280×800 WXGA. This new trendy laptop from MSI is armed with an AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Dual-Core/ Sempron Mobile Processor and an Ati RS780+SB700 chipset. Memory support can accommodate up to 4GB and a 160/250/320 GB SATA HDD storage option.

It has a dimension of 332 x 243 x 29-34mm and weighs 2.2 kg with battery.

Other notable features:

• ATI Mobility Radeon HD3200 graphics card
• DVD Super Multi optical drive
• 4 in 1 card reader
• 1.3 M Webcam
• HD audio, 2 Stereo speakers
• Express Card X1 expansion slot

MSI unveils another great laptop for mobile computing enthusiasts with the MSI V600. Boasting of an ECO engine, this latest laptop offering from MSI promises to be a powerful notebook that any mobile computing individual would love to have.

Specs:

• Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
• SIS 672DX+SIS 968 Chipset
• 15.4″ 1280×800 WXGA Display
• ATi Mobility Radeon HD3410 Graphic Card
• DDR2 533/667Mhz Memory
• 10/100Mbps LAN
• 802.11 b/g, 802.11 b/g/n WLAN
• 160/250/320 GB HDD
• Physical Dimension: 358 x 259 x 27-33mm

MSI offers two more notebook considerations in the X340 and the X600. After receiving accolades for its X320, MSI is further expanding its lineup with similar likes. The portable X340 notebook shares its spec sheet with X320 which includes golden ratio 16:9 cinematic 13-inch LED display, 1.98cm at the thickness point while measuring 6mm at the thinnest point and weighs just 1.3kg. You can pick any one among Splendid Champagne Gold, Elegant Pearl White and Stylish Techno Black colors.

Well, the X340 does come with new goodies and is specially designed for those with multimedia requirements. The X340 utilizes the Intel Centrino mobile platform with ULV CPU architecture that bundles up performance, multimedia functions and power saving advantages. It comes almost one sixth of total power consumed by other notebooks computers.

You’ll also see a complete multimedia feature set with full I/O ports, HDMI port, Blu-Ray support and 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and optional WiMAX modules for connectivity. MSI imbibes the ultra portability into its larger notebooks. The latest X600 comes equipped with a 15-inch display, 16:9 aspect ratio and weighs just 2kg.

The MSI X340 is priced around Rs.65,000 while the pricing details of X600 are not yet announced.