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Gigabyte M1005M-CF1 launched

David Allen — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 06:00:09 +0000

This is the famous Gigabyte M1005M-CF1 with docking station, it is nothing to write home about as a netbook, but with the docking station then it is an interesting concept as the unit comes with extra USB ports, VGA out as well as an ethenet connection. These are the details for the slightly unusual Gigabyte M1005M-CF1 Netbook docking station, while the netbook offers a 10.1 inch matte display with 1024 x 600 pixel resolution, powered by the 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N550 dual core processor, and will be running Windows 7 Starter Edition operating system. The Gigabyte M1005M-CF1 Netbook W/ Docking Station, Intel Atom Dual Core Processor N550 (1.50GHz), 10.1″ (1024×600) LED Backlight, 250GB Hard Drive, 1GB DDR3 Memory, High-speed 802.11b/g/n & Bluetooth V3.0 + HS, 4-Cell Battery, Microsoft Windows 7 Starter Preloaded Priced at around $396 Source [Excaliber PC] a docking station, gigabyte, Gigabyte Netbooks, M1005M-CF1, Netbook News

Gigabyte updates the M1005

David Allen — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 06:56:39 +0000

Gigabyte have created yet another netbook dock that allows the user to place the device into the dock, connect it to a monitor, mouse and keyboard so that it can be used as a desktop. The netbook itself offers a 10.1 inch LED back lit display with a 1024 x 600 pixel resolution, it is powered by the 1.5 GHz Intel Atom N550 dual core processor, while graphics are provided through the Intel GMA 3150 integrated graphics card. It is worth noting that the only the VGA and docking socket are facing down when the M1005 is in the dock. These are the specs and features for the Gigabyte M1005; 10.1 inch LED-backlit display with 1024 x 600 resolution, 1.5 GHz Intel Atom N550 dual core processor, Intel GMA 3150 integrated graphics, 1GB or 2GB memory, 250GB or 320GB hard drive, Windows 7 Starter is pre-loaded, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, 1.3 mega pixel camera, Bluetooth 3.0, 2×1.5W speakers, and a 4-cell battery. No details on pricing just yet Source [Tech Screens] a docking station, gigabyte m1005, Gigabyte Netbooks

Gigabyte prepares M1005 dual core netbook launch

David Allen — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 05:14:45 +0000

The computer maker Gigabyte are preparing to launch a new netbook, it will under the model number of M1005 and it will offer the buyer the now standard netbook display of 10.1 inches, it will also be offering the Intel Atom N550 dual-core processor, GMA 3150 integrated graphics and a choice of a 250GB or 320GB hard drive. These are the features and details for the Gigabyte M1005 dual-core netbook; 10.1 inch (1024 x 600) LED backlit display and running Microsoft Windows 7 Starter. comes with the Intel Atom N550 dual-core processor, weighs 1.26 kg, choice of 1 GB or 2 GB of RAM, GMA 3150 integrated graphics, a choice of either 250 GB or 320 GB hard drive, Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0, 1.3 mega pixel webcam, a 4 in 1 card reader, two 1.5 W speakers, and a four cell battery No word on price or availability at the moment Source [TC Magazine] a gigabyte, Gigabyte Netbooks, M1005 dual core netbook

Gigabytes T1125 passes FCC

David Allen — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 05:00:15 +0000

If ever there was a clear indication of a computer preparing for the US market, it has to be its appearance on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) website and the new Gigabyte T1125 convertible tablet computer appeared on the

Gigabyte place convertible tablet on sale in the US

David Allen — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 03:59:09 +0000

The computer maker Gigabyte have made their latest convertible tablet computer the T1005M CF1 available in the US, they chosen to go through excaliberpc.com as many brands tend to have done in the past. They have placed an opening price of $579 on the 10.1 inch device, which is $20 off the list price. These are the features and specs for the Gigabyte T1005M 250GB Starter 10.1″ Multi Touch Screen Netbook: Gigabyte T1005M Intel Atom N550 (1.50GHz) Processor, 10.1″ Multi-touch Panel WXGA HD (1366×768) LED Backlight, 250GB Hard Drive, 1GB DDR3 Memory, USB 3.0 Interface, High-Speed 802.11n & Bluetooth V2.1, 6-Cell Battery – Up to 6.5 Hours of Battery Life and with Microsoft Windows 7 Starter Preloaded Priced at $579 Source [Tech Fresh] a Gigabyte Netbooks, gigabyte tablet, T1005M CF1 available in the US

Gigabyte updates the T1000 Touchnote

David Allen — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 04:58:30 +0000

As other tablet makers launch new versions of their products, the Australian based Gigabyte have done the same with the launch of the T1005M this device will be using the 1.5 GHz Intel Atom N550 dual core processor. The T1005M is hand piece of equipment at its can be used as traditional netbook or alternatively with a quick flip of the display it can become a tablet computer. These are the known specs for the Gigabyte T1005M convertible tablet: 10.1 inch, 1366 x 768 pixel capacitive touch screen display, 2GB of DDR3 memory, a 320GB hard drive, Windows 7 Home Premium, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1, has a HSDPA antenna built in (for an optional HSDPA module), 1 USB 3.0 port, 2 eSAA/USB ports, a 6 cell, 41Whr, 7650mAh battery, measures 10.4″ x 8.4″ x 1.6″ and weighs 3.3 pounds Priced at around $800 Source [Liliputing] a convertible netbook, Gigabyte Netbooks, gigabyte t1005m, Tablets

The Gigabyte Q1000C is released at the Computex 2010

David Allen — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 09:00:01 +0000

Here is a brilliant piece of kit from Gigabyte, it is the Q1000C and comes with neat 10.1 inch display with 1024 x 600 glossy display and is powered by the Intel Atom N450 or the N470 processor. It has just been launched at the great Computex 2010 event in Taiwan, so here are the details. The Gigabyte Q1000C as on display at the Computex 2010: 10.1 inch (1024 x 600) display (glossy), an Intel Atom N450/ N470 processor, an Intel GMA 3150 graphics, up to 2GB DDR2 RAM, up to 250GB 2.5 inch 5400RPM SATA HDD, three USB 2.0 ports, a 10/100 LAN port, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, an optional Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, an optional 3.5G antenna + 3.5G modem, a 0.3 MP webcam, and choice of a 3 cell 4400mAh battery or a 6-cell 5200mAh battery Source [Tech Fresh] a Computex 2010, Gigabyte Netbooks, The Gigabyte Q1000C

New Tablet From Gigabyte

David Allen — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:00:11 +0000

Gigabyte are probably better known for manufacturing motherboards, but they have been venturing into the laptop market and the T1000 Tablet PC is the latest machine to come out with the Gigabyte logo stamped onto it. Features of the Gigabyte T1000 Tablet: 10.1 inch – 1,366 x 768 HD touch screen display, a choice of Intel Atom N450 or N470 processor, a 1GB RAM, a 250GB hard drive, Microsoft Windows 7 Starter Edition, Wi-Fi with Bluetooth connectivity and a 1.3 megapixel camera Annoyingly there are no details on pricing just yet Source [Tech Fresh] a gigabyte netbook, Gigabyte Netbooks, t1000 tablet

Gigabyte 10.1 inch TouchNote on Amazon

David Allen — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0000

The Gigabyte TouchNote is a seriously interesting computer offering touch screen technology and 10.1 inch display. Now it is on offer over at Amazon for just $668, they do seem be coming up some serious offers these days. Product Description Specifications CPU Intel® AtomTM Processor N280 1.66GHz(M1022X) Operation System Microsoft® Windows® 7 Chipset Mobile Intel® 945GSE Express Chipset+ ICH7M System Memory (optional) 1GB SO-DIMM*1 (Max 2 GB) Video Chip Mobile Intel® 945GSE Express Chipset+ ICH7M LCD 10.1″ Touch TFT-LCD WXGA, 1366×768 with LED backlit HDD (optional) 2.5″ 9.5mm SATA HDD 5400rpm, 250 GB I/O Port USB(2.0)*3, Mic-in, Earphone-out, D-Sub, RJ45, 4-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro), Express Card, DC-in Audio Speaker 1.5 watt*2, internal mic-in Bluetooth Built-in V2.1+EDR Webcam 1.3M pixels webcam LAN Ethernet 10/100BASE-T Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n, 802.16 WiMAX(optional) 3.5G Module HSDPA support (M1022G) Battery Li-ion 6 cells, ~4500mAh Battery Dimension 265(W) x 214(D) x 41.4(H)mm Weight 1.48kg (with 6-cell battery) Priced at $668. Source [Tech Fresh] a gigabyte netbook, Gigabyte Netbooks, touchscreen tech

Gigabyte goes for the quiet launch

David Allen — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:00:04 +0000

The cool looking touch screen netbook from Gigabyte is almost the only 10” netbook around with these features, the Gigabyte TouchNote T1028M is about to get an upgrade. The quiet launch of the TouchNote T1028X is the hi res model of the earlier version. However, competition is on the way as Asus plan to get into the lucrative market. Features: 10.1″ swivel touch screen, Intel® Atom™ Processor N270 1.6GHz (T1028M) / N280 1.66GHz (T1028X/G) Genuine Windows® XP Home 10.1″ Touch TFT-LCD WSVGA, 1024 x 600 (T1028M) / 1366 x 768 (T1028X/G), with LED backlit Mobile Intel®945GSE Express Chipset + ICH7M 92% full-sized keyboard Embedded HSDPA Support 2.5″ 9.5mm SATA HDD 5400 rpm, 160 GB Smart Manager Intuitional Setting Multi-Touch Mouse pad Battery Check Design Easy Upgrade for HDD and Memory Priced at $680 Source [Liliputing] a 10.1" Netbooks, gigabyte, Gigabyte Netbooks, hi res, launch, netbook, Netbook Reviews, Netbooks by Size, touch screen