News FeedLG X110 a truly net-ready mobile laptop
While Wi-Fi is nice, what mini-notebooks need to reach their potential (and be more functional than the average smartphone) is 3G data. The LG X110 appears to be a pretty standard 8.9” mini-note, but it’s packing HSDPA so you can browse [fill in crude meme of choice] almost anywhere. In addition to the wireless data, it’s got the 1.6GHz Atom, 1GB of RAM and integrated webcam that we know so well, along with a 160GB hard drive. The LG X110 arrives in Europe this October for a pretty reasonable €399/$589.
This is the first netbook where “net” actually means something else: direct 3G network access without additions.
The Good: The LG X110 felt solid and compact in the hand, heavier than I expected for such size. Good hard plastic finish outside. Fast operation under Windows and fast rendering and access to the Web, although unfortunately I was only able to try it with the Wi-Fi connection. Good set of ports, although I wish all these computers implemented HDMI video output, rather than VGA.
The Bad: I was disappointed the interior wasn’t real aluminum but painted plastic. They keyboard didn’t feel good to me, too bland and not enough clickety-clack action, but that’s just my personal taste.
GHG Verdict: For those looking for a good Windows- or Linux-based netbook with no-fuss internet access at all times, my first impression is that they will be happy with this one.
