News traveled fast today that two netbooks are being released by Pioneer Australia: DreamBook Light CE2A and Dreamboat M91.
According to Liliputing, “The DreamBook Light CE2A is based on the same reference design as the upcoming Everex Cloudbook, but costs over $100 more at $599 AU or about $577 US.”
DreamBook Light CE2A
- CPU: 1.2GHz VIA C7-M ULV
- RAM: 512MB/1GB
- Storage: 40GB HDD
- Display: 8.9 inch 1024 x 600 pixel
- OS: Linux, Windows XP, or Windows Vista
- Expansion/Connectivity: 802.11b/g, card reader, Ethernet, Express Card, 2 USB ports, optional Bluetooth, 1.3MP camera
- Batteries: 4 cell, 2200/2400mAh batteries provide an estimated 4.5 to 5 hours of battery life
- Dimensions: 230 x 171 x 29.4mm
- Weight: Under 850 grams
The specifications also cite USB Combo CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD dual. Now that is different.
DreamBook Light M91
- CPU: 1.6GHz Intel Atom
- RAM: Up to 2GB
- Storage: 2.5" SATA hard disk up to 500GB
- Display: 8.9 inch touchscreen display (1280 x 768 or 1064 x 600 pixels)
- OS: Windows or Linux
- Expansion/Connectivity: Ethernet, 802.11b/g (optional), 3.5g Express card (optional), card reader, 3 USB ports, Express Card slot, VGA output, 1.3MP camera
- Batteries: 4 cell, 4400mAh battery provides up to 3 hours operation
- Dimensions:235 x 180 x 28 – 42mm
- Weight: 1,2kg
