Tech Shout!

Via Technology, the third player in the PC microprocessor market has just unveiled their NanoBook ultra-mobile personal computer. This UMD (Ultra Mobile Device) packs in the performance, connectivity and functionality of a notebook PC into a sleek and lightweight ultra portable clamshell form factor.

The VIA NanoBook is powered by the ultra low voltage 1.2GHz VIA C7-M processor and the VIA VX700 chipset featuring the VIA UniChrome Pro II IGP integrated graphics core. This UMD has support for both Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista Basic operating systems.

The VIA NanoBook UMD weighs less than 850g and measures just 230mm x 171mm x 29.4mm. It sports a 7-inch WVGA screen with a touch panel that supports 840 x 480 resolution. This UMD comes with a full keyboard.

The VIA NanoBook comes with a 1GB DDR2 SDRAM, a 30/60GB HDD, and a 4-in-1 card reader as well as 802.11g WiFi and Bluetooth support. It also comes with two USB2.0 ports, plus an Ethernet, a DVI port and Mic-in/Speaker-Out ports.

Additonally, to provide users with additional flexibility when they may be on-the-go, the VIA NanoBook also features a USB slot next to the screen that will enable the snap-in integration of a variety of World Time Clock/Calendar, GPS, VoIP and broadband wireless modules.

The VIA NanoBook Ultra Mobile Device has a battery life of up to 5 hours. This Ultra mobile PC has a silver finish, however, users can personalize it even more wih a variety of shell color options.

Specifications of the VIA NanoBook UMD:

Processor 1.2GHz VIA C7-M ULV Processor
Chipset: VIA VX700 System Media Processor (integrated North & South Bridge)

Memory: DDR2 SO-DIMM up to 1GB

HDD: 30GB (optional 60GB)

LCD Panel: 7″ WVGA with Touch Panel

Graphics: VIA UniChrome Pro II IGP Integrated 3D/2D Graphics with shared memory up to 64MB

Audio: VIA Vinyl VT1708A HD Audio codec, 2 speakers

Networking: Realtek RTL8100CL 10/100 Mbps

Wireless LAN: Azure Wave 802.11b/g (USB interface)

Bluetooth: Billionton (USB interface)

I/O: 4-in-1 Card Reader
1 x DVI-I port
2 x Hi-Speed USB2.0 ports
1 x RJ45 Ethernet port
1 x Mic-in audio jack
1 x Array Microphone jack
1 x Headphone (line out) jack

Status Indicator: Power On, Battery, RF (with power button), HDD, Caps Lock

Battery: 4-cell for up to 4.5 hours of battery life (BatteryMark 2004)

Dimensions: 230mm (W) x 171mm (D) x 29.4mm (H)

Weight: Under 850g

Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista and all popular Linux

Support: distributions

Optional Accessories: MobilityPLUS Modules: Bluetooth VoIP Phone, GPS, DVB, 3G/CDMA Phone, World Clock, DVI to CRT Transfer Cable, Car Adapter, Leather Cover

The VIA NanoBook UMD will be available in the second half of 2007. No word on the actual price as yet, but it will most probably carry a price tag of nothing less than $600.