HP Mini 2140
This model is similar to the Mini 100 except the casing has been replaced with aluminum metal to improve on its sturdiness. Added to that, the Mini 2140 has a 92% full keyboard with a 10.1'' screen with the Intel Atom. The mouse pad is the same as previous HP netbooks as the buttons are placed at the side rather than at the bottom to save space. The big keyboard allows those with jumbo fingers to type comfortably and the glossy, big, scratch-resistent screen is a nice plus. By using Intel's Atom, the netbook can last for 8 hours on a single charge (6-cell battery) due to the Atom's energy-saving features.
Sony P-Series
Sony rolls out their first netbook line, though they did not use that term. The 'lifestyle laptop', which Sony calls, comes equipped with Windows Vista which is quite astonishing since most, if not all, netbooks run on either Linux or Windows XP. As the P suggest, the Pocket series is small enough to fit into a pocket probably the size of the back pockets of someone's jeans or a jacket. Although it has an 8'' screen, the resolution (1600 x 768) and crispness of the visual aspects of it are remarkable. However, when using the netbook, it can be difficult to get used to the track-point. Overall, it's a good netbook but at the price Sony is retailing for, consumers might be hesitant: starting at $900, consumers can also add more features but the price will also increase greatly.
Intel
Intel had the Atom in mind at the CES. Many were able to see the amazingly petite size of the Atom (about the size of a penny). With the small size, Intel focused mostly on its role in mobile devices.
In future posts, I would personally be going in to shop around for some netbooks and put my own reviews of these products.
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