In the world of small and portable computers, there are netbooks. Then there are smartbooks. And then there is the Ben Nanonote. This little "handheld laptop" is a class on its own. Looking like a cross between a Nintendo DS and an electronic dictionary, the device is supposed to be an easily hackable Linux computer. The goal: developers will turn it into some sort of media player, offline dictionary/encyclopedia, or some other random device. Here are the specs:
- 3″ 320×240 Resolution LCD
- 336 MHz XBurst JZ4720 CPU
- 32 MB RAM
- 2 GB Flash Memory
- Expandable MicroSD Card Slot
- No Wi-Fi
- One Massive Bevel
There really is not that much incentive for people to buy these, except for the $99 price tag. But even that can quickly be overshadowed by the fact that the Nanonote is easily outperformed by a smartphone. Still if tinkering is your thing, it might be worth a look.
Via Engadget
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