ASUS second generation of car notebooks

ASUSTeK Computer has announced a new generation of ASUS-Lamborghini notebooks. The VX2 series follows ASUS-Lamborghini VX1 released in 2006.

The VX2 is based on Intel Centrino Duo platform and Windows Vista operating system. Design of both series is similar, the company applied the same design elements relative to Lamborghini cars. The shell is made of aluminum-magnesium alloy with carbon fiber.

The metallic keyboard and the leather layer for palms should make the impression of the car inside. There are speakers at sides of the keyboard. The company hasn’t provided more details on the new series, they are expected closer to the announcement.

Asus A696: a new PDA-navigator

ASUSTeK Computer has exhibited its new handheld Asus A696. It is equipped with a GPS-module and thus supports navigation.

The specs of Asus A696:

• Windows Mobile 5.0
• 3.5” 65K color display
• Intel PXA272 416 MHz processor
• 64 RAM and 256 MB flash ROM
• GPS-module on SiRF III
• SD I/O and MMC slot
• IrDA
• Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR
• Wi-Fi (802.11b/g)
• MiniUSB, USB-host
• Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery
• Dimensions – 117×71x16 mm
• Weight - 165 g

The release is expected in February. The approximate price for the European market is €399 and for the American market - $500.