MSI Slatebook 10-inch MID to be shown off at Computex

Posted on Tuesday, May 11 2010 @ 16:49 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

MSI will show off its Slatebook at Computex, this is a 10" Mobile Internet Device based on Intel's latest Atom Z600 "Menlow" platform and with the Windows 7 operating system. The device will reportedly be priced under $500 and will feature built-in 3G and WiFi connectivity. The company is also developing a Tegra 2 based tablet, but it's uncertain whether this product will make it to the market.

MSI is also considering a tablet PC based on Nvidia's Tegra 2 platform and will evaluate market demand before preceding with the launch.

MSI's Slatebook will also feature e-book reader capabilities and the company is currently negotiating with content providers and software designers for cooperation. Meanwhile, the company's e-book reader project has been postponed.

Source: DigiTimes

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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