Intel Classmate PC 3rd Generation VS 4th Generation

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5 May, 2010 2:30 pm

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Wonder how the 3rd Generation Classmate PC is different then the 4th Generation? Take a look at the 2 units side by side to see how this netbook has matured into a rugged pc that really is targeted at kids. The new generation Classmate PC has a 10.1-inch screen that pivots into tablet mode, a rotating camera, a six-cell battery that lasts 8.5 hours, plus optional GPS, 3G, and WiMAX.

Its running the new Intel Atom Pine trail 1.66GHz N450 processor, along with a rubberized case containing a handle which makes it easy to carry. It also has a resistive touchscreen that uses a stylus, it doesn’t have multi-touch because its focus is on writing and its for kids. It has palm rejection built in so the kids can write notes and there are various handwriting recognition packages pre loaded so that the kids can convert their hand written documents into word documents.


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  • http://www.netbooknews.com Nicole Scott

    I get working on that video right away!! I’ll also see if there is anyway I can grab the sx3 for comparison. That might take me a week to get my hands on.

    Thanks for the suggestion! Always happy to test of the hardware we get a little more extensively!

  • kamikun

    Nichole: Thanks very much for your video coverage on the CL2. I've been using a second-hand Samsung Q1 for my corporate training classes in Japan and am really considering this new version of the Classmate as a replacement. If you have time, could you show how well (or poorly) the digitizer is at capturing handwriting? Does the inking function work well for both text and drawings? (On the Q1, it took CTitantic pushing eGalax to release beta screen drivers before inking actually became practical.)
    Also, can you give us an idea of the machine's video performance? In class, I want to use the computer for video output to a large TV (VGA out) and wonder how well it will work as a movie player.

    I'm pretty much torn between this machine and the SX3 netvertible from Kohjinsha. The semi-ruggedized build of the CL2 is a huge plus for toting back and forth from work to home but the SX3 is sleek and sexy.

    Hopefully, the lag in the Classmate's screen rotation response and in the accelerometer is something that can be improved in future driver releases.

    Thanks

  • kamikun

    Nichole: Thanks very much for your video coverage on the CL2. I've been using a second-hand Samsung Q1 for my corporate training classes in Japan and am really considering this new version of the Classmate as a replacement. If you have time, could you show how well (or poorly) the digitizer is at capturing handwriting? Does the inking function work well for both text and drawings? (On the Q1, it took CTitantic pushing eGalax to release beta screen drivers before inking actually became practical.)
    Also, can you give us an idea of the machine's video performance? In class, I want to use the computer for video output to a large TV (VGA out) and wonder how well it will work as a movie player.

    I'm pretty much torn between this machine and the SX3 netvertible from Kohjinsha. The semi-ruggedized build of the CL2 is a huge plus for toting back and forth from work to home but the SX3 is sleek and sexy.

    Hopefully, the lag in the Classmate's screen rotation response and in the accelerometer is something that can be improved in future driver releases.

    Thanks

  • Joe Soap

    These elusive creatures… where does one get them? I am looking at procuring 50 for developing countries but can’t seem to find a single supplier!!!
    Any help?

  • Denise

    Where do I purchase it?