news 28 Posted May 27, 2008 The VIA NanoBook was the precursor to the ASUS Eee PC but never caught on like VIA had hoped. This time they are back with a new platform, the OpenBook, that offers up features like WiMAX, HSDPA and W-CDMA 3G support, a standard 2.5" hard drive in a new [censored]y package. URL: http://www.pcper.com/article.php?aid=562 Quote: "And that is exactly what VIA needs here: speed. The original NanoBook was first, but only in being announced, and was beat to mainstream audiences by the ASUS Eee PC and we can all see how that turned out. VIA needs to get partners on board with this SOON and get product in the channel just as quickly. I wouldn't even be opposed to seeing some VIA branded product hit the market if we could see some work done to setup a decent customer service outlet in the US. Current pricing estimates I am seeing put the OpenBook in the $400-600 price range depending on your options (HSDPA, etc)." Thanks for a post! Ryan Shrout Owner - PC Perspective rshrout ( -at -) pcper.com Share this post Link to post
