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flybook-12.jpgThe Ultra Cool Flybook A33i by Dialogue Technology Corporation will be released in Canada shortly. This superb ultra-portable mini-notebook since its launch has created a lot of buzz and features in every techie’s wish list. The A33i is designed to be extremely portable and is the ideal travel companion. Users can go globe trekking without missing out on important emails and internet access, as the flybook incorporates 3G Wireless and tablet features. Connectivity options include integrated tri-band mobile phone with GPRS function, integrated Bluetooth and integrated WiFi.

The Flybook A33i measures 9.3 inches x 6.1 inches and weighs around 2.7 pounds. It features a rotatable 8.9 inch wide-view Colour high resolution TFT LCD touch-screen. The Flybook is powered by the high performing Transmeta Crusoe TM-5800 processor running at 1Ghz clock speed and includes a 512MB DDR RAM (memory) and up to 80GB hard disk drive. Some other configurations include; a 2 x USB 2.0 ports, 2 x FireWire ports, Video-Out port, external VGA port , 10/100 Ethernet network port, V.92 fax modem port, PCMCIA type II Slot, earphone, stereo speakers, and built-in microphone. It would carry a price tag of $3,050.

Via TabletPCTalk

"Flybook is your ideal work or leisure travel companion due to its compact size and light weight. The Flybook is aimed at people that are always on the move, and don't want to waste time with a PDA, or have to compromise when accessing emails or the internet," says Mr. Leon Kruger, Managing Director for Flybook Canada."

Technical Specifications
Operating System

* Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition *Upgrade to XP PRO available below*
**For Linux users** Guide on how to get the Flybook running with Linux

Processor & Core Logic

* Transmeta Crusoe TM-5800, clock rate: 1GHz
* LongRun Technology to extend Battery usage
* Support full SMM (System Management Mode)

System Memory

* 512MB DDR
* BIOS and Flash: Phoenix FB BIOS/512KB

Storage

* 40GB 2.5" Ultra DMA 66/100 *Upgrades below*

Display

* 8.9" wide-view 16:9 display
* LTPS technology
* 1024 x 600 (Wide-XGA) high resolutions
* Highest color to 32-bit
* Touch Panel overlaid for full screen touch control

Graphics

* ATi Radeon Mobolity high performance low power chipset
* Built-in 16MB VRAM
* Support VGA-out and Video-out
* Support DirectXR@9.0

Audio

* ALi 1535+ high performance ADC 18 bit DAC 20 bit
* AC 97; built-in two speakers (stereo)

Dimensions & Weight

* Dimensions: 235 x 155 x 31 (mm) – Weight 1230g

Bluetooth

* Built-in Bluetooth version 1.1
* Antenna: Built in

Wireless

* Built-in GPRS
* Frequency: Tri Band (900 / 1800 / 1900 MHZ)
* Antenna: Built-in

Wireless LAN (WiFi)

* Built-in 802.11b Wireless LAN function
* Antenna: Built-in

Wired Connection

* Built-in Modem (56K) (RJ-11)
* Built-in LAN (10/100Mbps) (RJ-45)

PC Card Interface

* Support PCMCIA Cardbus Type-1/11

Battery

* 3-cell Li-lon rechargeable battery
* Built-in very-low cut-off / Overcharge / Over
* Temp / Over-Current protection;
* Fastest charging time: 2 hours;
* Swappable user

Options

* Optional GPS Antenna *See below*

Colours

* Red, Blue, Yellow, Silver, Black, White and NEW NEON ORANGE

Warranty

* 2 Year Warranty