﻿<?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>GIGABYTE Notebook  News Service.</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com</link><description><![CDATA[GIGABYTE RSS Service]]></description><language>zh-tw</language><copyright>Copyright 2007 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.</copyright><image><title>GIGABYTE Notebook  News Service.</title><url>http://br.giga-byte.com/images/RSSCI.gif</url><link>http://br.giga-byte.com</link><width>144</width><height>48</height></image><ttl>20</ttl><item><title>GIGABYTE Launches Stunning New Notebooks - W476V &amp; W576V!&lt;br&gt;

Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology – the next generation of Intel® mobile platform, 
combined with the cutting-edge e-SATA interface for super fast data transmission rate, stylish Design and superb Performance
&lt;br&gt; (2008/07/15)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1400</link><description><![CDATA[<br>GIGABYTE is introducing a new notebook series with the next generation Intel® mobile platform –    Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology. The first in series are the 14.1” W476V and the 15.4” W576V. Both come equipped with perfect 16:10 glare type, wide screen TFT LCD display with a maximum resolution of 1280 x 800, offering users spectacular visual enjoyment. In addition, a built-in 2M pixels camera with e-SATA interface offers superior data transmission rate, along with HDMI to provide consumers hi-end multimedia performance. With an IMR imprinted top cover and solemn design, these two new notebook models offer exceptional performance and stylish design, simply the best choices for consumers demanding high quality and inclusive functions.<br>

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<br>Both W476V and W576V have the most innovative Intel® 45nm processor (FSB 1066MHz), inside, with expendable memory up to 8GB, and support hard disk capacity up to 320GB, providing ultimate storage. The built-in Intel® Wi-Fi Link 5100 wireless network module enables Internet connection, email, and instant messaging at anytime, anywhere, for maximum mobility and work performance. At the bottom and both sides of the notebook are ventilation modules, whose exquisite design provides fantastic thermal solution. In addition, these products utilize Easy Upgrade modular design that offers convenient maintenance and upgrades.<br>

<br><img src="/FileList/News/2008_nb_news/nb_news_w476_w576_3.jpg" border="0"></br>


<br>These products are equipped with e-SATA/USB combo and HDMI interfaces. e-SATA stands for “extended standard SATA interface”, an external SATA interface with a maximum data transmission rate at 300MB per second, out-performing both USB and FireWire, allowing users to enjoy the same data transmission speed as a hard disk. HDMI is a fully digitized interface that requires no analog/digital conversion, minimizes signal distortion, providing super fast, brighter and more colorful visual enjoyment.<br>

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<br>The overall design for W476V and W576V presents a low-key fashion. With a top cover treated with IMR imprint technology, the Champaign colored geometric design delivers a sleek style, along with a carefully crafted metal logo, demonstrating the exquisite quality of the products. The theme color of the product is metallic black, a perfect match to its minimalist appearance. GIGABYTE hopes to offer end users a feeling of style and reliability. The specially designed wrist rest provides extra comfort, and illustrates a taste of luxury and elegance.<br>


<br>The entire product line offers a built-in 2M pixels webcam, with a dual array microphone and dual stereo speaker, which support Intel® High Definition technology. With web conferencing and instant messaging functions, users can always stay ahead with the most comprehensive information with obstacle-free web communication. W476V and W576V are equipped with a perfect 16:10 glare type wide screen display, providing users the utmost viewing area. Nevertheless, users can manipulate multiple windows with this wide screen display, optimizing business and entertaining performance.<br>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2008  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GIGABYTE Netbook, M912V with 8.9” touch swivel panel&lt;br&gt;
Versatile Design • Innovative Technology&lt;br&gt; (2008/07/02)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1398</link><description><![CDATA[<br>Café Book-M912V is the ultimate choice for the next generation of handheld PC. With a revolutionary compact design, it is space-saving and convenient to be carried around. Equipped with 8.9”, 1280x768 LCD panel and weighing only at 1.3kg, M912V has a sophisticated and fashionable appearance. The key feature of M912V is that the touch screen display can be rotated 180° to transform into a Tablet PC, offering a whole new inspiring experience. <br>

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<br>M912V uses 2.5” SATA HDD 160GB as large capacity, the Express Card slot, the option for HSDPA expansion, and a built-in 1.3M pixels webcam. Running on Microsoft Vista<sup>®</sup> Home operating system, M912V provides consumer a great platform for superior software application.<br>

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<br>To meet various needs for portability, touch-screen, and multi-media (audio-video entertainment, and Internet browsing), the exterior of the product is cut and thin in its shape and silver/black in its color, featuring lightweight and fashionable design.<br>


<br>The Latchless design, along with the partially hollow mouse pad and palm rest, allows easy opening/closing and swiveling. The touch pad arrangement and handheld design further make it easier and more convenient to use. M912 also addresses consumer needs physically (compact size), mentally (excellent multi-media capability and friendly interface), and stylishly (elegant outlooks).
In 2008, GIGABYTE will continue to focus on refining high-performance smaller-dimension portable device achieving excellence both in design and function to provide the best choice for family entertainment and professional requirement. <br>

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  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2008  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Best Choice of COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2008 Award &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
GIGABYTE Performs with M528 MID and M700 UMPC&lt;br&gt; (2008/06/13)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1394</link><description><![CDATA[<br><img src="/FileList/News/news_nb_computex_1/news_nb_computex_1.jpg" border="0"></br>

<br>The emphasis for the Best Choice of COMPUTEX TAIPEI Award has always been on technology, innovation and market potential. This year, in addition to experts from the industry, academia and research sectors, the judging panel included experts from the international design community and international awards committee. According to the panel, this year's criteria were more extensive and reflective to the current industry trends, providing better recognition of the participants’ creativity, technology and product features. Among the 550 candidate products, 39 were ultimately chosen as the best to be showcased at COMPUTEX2008.<br>

<br>In COMPUTEX2008, over 240 vendors and 550 products, a 26% increment from last year's enrollment, competed for the 7th Best Choice of COMPUTEX TAIPEI Award, and 125 products made it through the preliminary selection. Among the final 39 products winning the Best Choice Award, GIGABYTE alone includes 5, consisting of 2 mobile devices -- M528 and M700. GIGABYTE's M528 Mobile Internet Device (MID) and M700 Ultra-Mobile PC (UMPC) had previously won the 2008 Taiwan Excellence Award. In a demonstration of their high quality, the two products went on to receive the Best Choice of COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2008 Award as well.<br>

<br>GIGABYTE MID M528 has a stylish, simplistic design, elegant appearance, and is compact in size. Equipped with a 4.8” LCD display and weighing only at 340g, it is convenient to be carried around. M528 provides excellent performance. With a built-in 3.0M pixels camera for entertainment and a 300K pixels webcam for video conference, information comes as easy as a grip. In addition, the wireless communication design of M528 allows users to connect to the Internet and to process e-mails and messages at anytime. Meanwhile, the QWERTY slider keyboard and handwriting recognition device make e-mails replying easy and convenient. M528 also has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) for consumers to navigate their surroundings at anytime and anywhere, enhancing the experiences in the stylish slider with a single finger and the superior performance with both hands.<br>

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<br>GIGABYTE M700 is a newly integrated, multi-functional 3C product with an elegant simplistic design in fashionable ivory. In addition to the 7” LED backlight display, ultra lightweight body of 650g, M700 is equipped with a built-in expandable Express Card slot supporting both HSPDA and WiMAX.Consumers can conduct both video web communication and instant-message sharing with friends through the unique-designed twin-lens camera. Moreover, a built-in GPS, brand new touch screen operation, and robust multi-media features in M700 provide users with a variety of selection of operating modes, creating infinite possibilities to experience the conveniences brought by modern technology. <br>

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<br>The Best Choice of COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2008 Award ceremony will be held at 10:00AM on June 3rd (Tuesday) at “Booth Section M” on the 4th floor of the Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC) Nangang Exhibition Hall. GIGABYTE's award-winning M528 MID and M700 UMPC will be on display on the 1st floor of the same location for consecutive 5 days (June 3rd ~June 7th) during COMPUTEX2008 exhibition. We look forward to your visit and comments.<br>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2008  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>--GIGABYTE PALM-HELD PC, Trend-setting with multiple designs--&lt;br&gt;

-Surfing the net in a fashionable way with the trendy MID
Enjoying the superior performance with the innovative UMPC-&lt;br&gt; (2008/06/11)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1393</link><description><![CDATA[
<br>At the 2008Computex from June 3 – 7, GIGABYTE Notebook will feature a stunning series of innovative products – M528 – the 4.8” MID (Mobile Internet Device) with sleek design and outstanding performance, Café Book-M912 with innovative technology and minimalistic design, M700 – the 7” UMPC (Ultra Mobile PC) with superb portability and full functions, and the 14.1” W476V and 15.4” W576V notebook computers with a luxurious design.<br>

<br>GIGABYTE Café Book-M912 is the ultimate choice for the next generation of handheld PC. With a revolutionary compact design, it is space-saving and convenient to be carried around. Equipped with an 8.9” LCD display and weighing only at 1.2 kg, Café Book-M912 has a sophisticated and fashionable appearance. The key feature of M912 is that the touch screen display can be rotated 180 degrees to transform into a Tablet PC, offering a whole new inspiring experience. M912 uses the standard 2.5” S-ATA hard disk (with the max capability of 250GB) and an optional 4GB Solid State Disk for storage. With the built-in SSD and Express Card slots, the option for HSDPA expansion, as well as a built-in 1.3M pixels webcam, M912 is one of the few mobile PCs that support both Microsoft and Linux operating systems, providing consumers with various options.<br>

<br>GIGABYTE MID M528 has a stylish, simplistic design, elegant appearance, and is compact in size. Equipped with a 4.8” LCD display and weighing only at 340g, it is convenient to be carried around. M528 provides excellent performance. With a built-in 3.0M pixels camera for entertainment and a 300K pixels webcam for video conference, information comes as easy as a grip. In addition, the wireless communication design of M528 allows users to connect to the Internet and to process e-mails and messages at anytime. Meanwhile, the QWERTY slider keyboard and handwriting recognition device make e-mails replying easy and convenient. M528 also has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) for consumers to navigate their surroundings at anytime and anywhere, enhancing the experiences in the stylish slider with a single finger and the superior performance with both hands.<br>

<br>GIGABYTE M700 is a newly integrated, multi-functional 3C product with an elegant simplistic design in fashionable ivory. In addition to the 7” LED backlight display, ultra lightweight body of 650g, M700 is equipped with a built-in expandable Express Card slot supporting both HSDPA and WiMAX. Consumers can conduct both video web communication and instant-message sharing with friends through the unique-designed twin-lens camera. Moreover, a built-in GPS, brand new touch screen operation, and robust multi-media features in M700 provide users with a variety of selection of operating modes, creating infinite possibilities to experience the conveniences brought by modern technology.<br>

<br>For notebook, GIGABYTE will present the 14.1” W476V and 15.4” W576V models at 2008Computex. The luxurious-designed W476V and W576V adopt the latest generation of INTEL Most Updated platform. Equipped with a 2.0M pixels built-in camera, an e-SATA/USB combo port, the next generation HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface), and the exterior design by IMR imprint technology, W476V and W576V excel both in style and performance, internally and externally. Derived from SATA, e-SATA is an external interface with a maximum transfer rate of 300MB per second, exceeding USBs and FireWires. Emerged with increasing demands on high quality multimedia technology, HDMI is a full-digitized data interface, which bypasses traditional analog/digital conversion to prevent signal distortion.<br>

<br>In 2008, GIGABYTE will continue to focus on refining high-performance small-dimension UMPCs and MIDs. From the light weighted, full-functioned Café Book-M912 and UMPC M700, the sleek slider-keyboard MID M528, to the luxurious-fashionable notebooks W476V (14.1”) and W576V (15.4”), these featured models achieve excellence both in design and function, providing the best choice for family entertainment and professional requirement.<br>

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  <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2008  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>-- GIGABYTE reveals its latest MID and UMPC featuring innovating technologies at 2008 CeBIT -- &lt;br&gt;

-- Garnering excellent reviews and positive responses -- (2008/03/31)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1379</link><description><![CDATA[<br>GIGABYTE Notebook PC revealed its latest, stunningly innovative products, during the recently concluded 2008 CeBIT tradeshow; the 4.8” MID (Mobile Internet Device) M528 with exquisite design and impressive performance, and the 7” UMPC (Ultra Mobile PC) M700 and M704, both boasting unsurpassed portability and functional features. Last but not least, GIGABYTE also unveiled concept prototypes of the minimalistic 14.1” W457V and 15.4” W583V notebook PCs. <br>

<br>GIGABYTE’s MID M528 has received a flood of positive reviews ever since its launch. With a 4.8” LCD screen, the M528 weighs a mere 340 grams and is built for maximum portability. At the tradeshow, it drew crowds of curious participants eager to try it out. GIGABYTE’s MID M528 enjoyed extensive media coverage, at home and abroad; its slim, graceful design and excellent performance has won nothing but positive reviews. The MID M528 comes with built-in 3.5G high-speed data transfer capabilities for users to connect to the Internet, send/receive e-mails or to use instant messaging applications, anywhere at anytime. With a 3.0 mega pixel camera and a 300,000-pixel network video camera, the MID M528 will satisfy every need for image capturing and video conferencing. In addition, it features a built-in GPS navigation system. With so many useful functions encapsulated in one single device, GIGABYTE’s MID M528 is truly a revolutionary product in the Personal Information Device market. <br>

<br>GIGABYTE’s powerful UMPC M704 has also been showered with positive reviews. Weighing 780 grams, M704’s 7” LCD touch screen is capable of displaying a resolution of up to 1024X600, rendering full screen web pages in the palm of your hands. The M704 inherited the simple, elegant exterior design of GIGABYTE’s U60 series and it comes with a 1.3mega pixel video camera with an easy-to-use snapshot button for enhanced image capturing convenience. Users with hands-on experience with the M704 felt that, compared to GIGABYTE’s U60, the M704 offers more comprehensive functionalities while displaying a more appealing and mature exterior design. Regardless of what your intended use, be it personal entertainment or professional business, the M704 makes an ideal choice. <br>

<br>GIGABYTE’s M700 is the company’s latest integrated, multipurpose 3C product. Apart from its 7” LED backlit display and ultra lightweight body of 650 grams, the M700 comes with a built-in Express Card expansion slot to be 3.5G ready. It is the only GIGABYTE product revealed at the 2008 CeBIT to feature a twin-lens camera to allow users engage in video chats while sharing exciting contents in real time. Not only that! GIGABYTE’s M700 also features a GPS navigation system and all new, touch screen input control mode to offer consumers diverse operation with remarkable multimedia functionalities. Experience unlimited opportunities and the convenience that cutting-edge technology has to offer.<br>

<br>As for its notebook PC lineup, GIGABYTE has unveiled its concept prototypes for W457V (14.1”) and W583V (15.4”) in the 2008 CeBIT. Both models come in four different designs and feature eSATA/USB combo along with the next-generation HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface). In addition, both models feature GIGABYTE’s Imprint technology in their exterior design, making them truly powerful notebook computers with fashionable appearances. On a related note, the majority of female participants indicated their preference for the dreamy, wavy pattern, while most male participants liked the diamond Chidori pattern the better out of the four designs. This discovery should serve as a useful suggestion for product designs in the future. <br>

<br>The 2008 Computex event scheduled for June is the next major tradeshow that GIGABYTE will take part in, and the company plans to launch its latest INTEL mobile computing platform 8.9” low cost NB and newest members in the Montevina series. For a change, this year’s Computex event will be hosted at the Taipei World Trade Center Nangang Exhibition Halls, which officially opened in March. The new venue promises even better software/hardware equipment and utilities. So stay tuned!
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  <pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2008  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>--The latest Ultra Mobile PC: GIGABYTE M704 -- (2008/03/17)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1376</link><description><![CDATA[ - Minimalist fashion at your fingertips ‧ Outstanding performance within your grasp -

<br><img src="/FileList/News/2008_nb_news/umpc_m704.jpg" border="0"></br>

<br>Embrace the latest member of lightweight and portable notebooks from GIGABYTE: GIGABYTE M704. The M704 not only boasts the best performance amongst UMPCs (Ultra Mobile PC) available in the market, its major selling point of “The right size for your hands” has been very well received among consumers. Weighing merely 780 grams, the M704 comes with a 7” touch screen and a sliding QWERTY keyboard to offer convenience in various operations (such as replying to e-mails and word processing). Users will appreciate the fashion statement that M704 makes with its minimalistic design that provides outstanding performance within their grasp. <br>

<br>Inside the body of the powerful GIGABYTE M704 houses a VIA Esther ULV C7-M 1.2GHz CPU, and the hard disk can be upgraded to a maximum capacity of 60GB. The M704 comes with DDRII 768MB of RAM and supports Microsoft XP Home operating system. When fully charged, the battery offers four hours of operating time and features built in components such as a 1.3 mega-pixel CMOS video camera and IEEE 802.11 b/g wireless network card. Users may surf the wireless net, send and receive e-mails, host video conferencing sessions with the M704 regardless of where they are, making M704 an ideal solution for personal entertainment and work. <br>

<br>M704’s exterior design has inherited GIGABYTE U60’s minimalistic, elegant and fashionable design. Its touch screen display offers more options for diverse input methods. The convenient “Snapshot” function simplifies image capturing and the “Touch Pad On/Off Button” gives users greater versatility in operating preferences. M704’s “Mobility Center Button” can be used to perform a number of tasks such as changing display resolutions and adjusting volume without having to access the respective menus. Every functional hotkey on the GIGABYTE M704 has been designed with the principle of offering the maximum convenience to satisfy users’ needs for enhanced convenience and comfort.<br>  

<br>Optional peripherals for GIGABYTE M704 include a digital television reception module for users to receive DVB-T signals and a GPS module. In addition, a tastefully designed dock is also available to provide users with a comprehensive output interface including ports for IEEE1394, USB, D-SUB, RJ-45 modem, speaker out and so forth. With its sliding QWERTY keyboard, improved battery performance and wireless network ready features, GIGABYTE M704 is built to offer the convenience of unrestricted internet access and information sharing to bring consumers a brand new experience of mobile lifestyle through wireless internet access. <br>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2008  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>-- Innovative GIGABYTE MID and UMPC Technology -- (2008/03/03)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1373</link><description><![CDATA[-- Minimalist design / Superior performance --

<br>On the 2008CeBIT held from March 4 to March 9 when GIGABYTE notebooks were in exhibition, GIGABYTE took the advantage to launch refreshing prototype notebook products with innovative technologies - the 4.8'' MID (Mobile Internet Device) M528 with compact outlook design and outstanding performance, the light-weighted, full-function 7'' UMPC (Ultra Mobile PC ) M700 and M704, as well as the 14.1'' W457N and 15.4'' W583N with minimalist designs.<br>

<br>The GIGABYTE MID M528 has minimal and fashionable style with elegant and compact outlook. It features a 4.8'' LCD monitor with only 340 grams in weight, which is handy to carry on. MID M528 offers superior performance. It has a built-in 3-Mega pixel camera for fun photography and a 300K pixel camera for video conferencing with which consumers are accessible to all the information they need. In addition, the users can connect to the Internet, and send and receive emails as well as instant messages in time using the wireless communication function. QWERTY-based slide keyboard offers a convenient and easier way for handwriting input and e-mail reply. M528 also has a built-in GPS satellite positioning system, providing consumers to rapidly identify and adapt to the surrounding environments any time and anywhere. It offers consumers to experience the convenience with minimal fashion, slide out keyboard and outstanding performance.<br>

<br>The GIGABYTE M704 with a lightweight and compact design is a powerful and robust UMPC and receives a clear endorsement from the public. Only 780g in weight, the product comes with 7'' touch LCD monitor, featuring the easiness of being exactly controllable with bare hands. For the exterior of the ultra mobile PC, the GIGABYTE M704 inherits the minimal and elegant style with pure white and fashionable design. The built-in 1.3 Mega pixel camera, in conjunction with the snapshot hotkey, enhances photographing functions, while IEEE 802.11 b/g allows users to surf the Internet, receive and send emails, have video conferences and use GPS without limitation anywhere, making the product the ideal choice for personal entertainment and business applications.<br>

<br>The GIGABYTE M700 is a brand new versatile 3C product with a minimalist and white stylish design in appearance. Its 7'' LED backlight screen with only 650 in weight and built-in Express card slot can support 3.5G and WiMAX. The unique dual-camera design not only offers a display for video communication with friends but also allows users to share image files. Additionally, the products integrates GPS that provides an innovative operating model on the control panel and powerful multimedia functions, allowing users to enjoy a versatile array of unique features and experience the unprecedented convenience of technology.<br>

<br>On the notebook front, GIGABYTE released 14.1'' W457N and 15.4'' W583N prototype notebooks. W457N and W583N have eSATA / USB combo and the next-generation digital transfer interface-HDMI. With "HP Imprint" technology for outlook design, the two notebook models truly excel in both functions and appearances, presenting a perfect combination of fashion and performance. eSATA is the extension of SATA standard interface, and an interface for external SATA, with a transfer rate up to 300 MB/sec, which is far higher than that of USB and FireWire interface. HDMI is a fully digitized signal transfer interface without the need of analog-to-digital conversion and therefore the signal distortion can be avoided. HDMI is thus created with the increasing demands for high definition audio and video.<br>

<br>In 2008, the GIGABYTE will develop notebooks toward small sized UMPC and MID with delicacy and high performance. Whether they are the light-weighted, full-function UMPC M700 and M704, or the MID M528 with streamline compact style and slide keyboard, these notebooks are all models standing out both in outlook design and functions, offering the best choices for home audio and video entertainment and business applications.<br>

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  <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2008  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GIGABYTE Launches the Newest Mobile Solutions for NB in Computex 2007 (2007/06/05)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1340</link><description><![CDATA[<br>In the Computex Taipei 2007 held from June 5 to 9, GIGABYTE brings the newest mobile solutions, which encompass 14.1-inch and 15.4-inch wide screens with built-in mega pixel webcam, W466U, W468N and W566N/U of Intel Santa Rosa series that features high mobility, as well as the 6.5-inch world-stunning ultra mobile PC GIGABYTE U60 UMPC.</br> 

<img src="/FileList/News/2007_notebook_news/nb_news_u60_070413.jpg" border="0">


<br>With merely 740 g, GIGABYTE U60 UMPC is presently the most state-of-the-art super-mini ultra mobile PC (UMPC) available in the market. It features an exactly hand-sized body with a 6.5-inch LCD that is even bigger than Palm or smart phones and slightly smaller than other 7-inch UMPCs in the market. The sliding keyboard of QWERTY facilitates e-mail reply for users, allowing them to experience the slimness and sleekness among their fingers and the delight with digital life grasped in their hands.</br>


<br> A satellite navigation module is available as an optional accessory for GIGABYTE U60 UMPC, and may serve as automobile satellite navigation system wherever is needed. GIGABYTE U60 UMPC accessories include a sleek media base equipped with complete I/O interfaces comprising IEEE1394, USB, D-SUB, RJ-45 and speaker ports, and DVB-T receiver module TV-tuner that can offer DVB-T. </br>



<br>GIGABYTE U60 UMPC will target business people and combine with Chunghwa Telecom 3.5G mobile communication. Its availability of wireless network for instant e-mailing and video conference, GPS, and integrated IEEE 802.11 b/g wireless network enable users to enjoy on-the-go network connection to share information at home or out. Regardless of the location, users may carry GIGABYTE U60 UMPC with them. This brings a fully mobile life of “Wireless network, limitless availability” to users who can enjoy the efficiency and convenience of wireless network. </br>

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<br> As to GIGABYTE Notebook, GIGABYTE W466U has a 14.1-inch high-bright screen, 2.4-kg lightweight and equipment of high specifications that include a 1.3 mega pixel webcam, brand-new card slots, and a 4 in 1 card reader. In addition, its four USB 2.0 ports, one IEEE 1394 port and a D-sub connector for video I/O of TV can be the optimal choice for personal and business purposes. </br>

<br> With nVIDIA NB8M-256MB chip set and the newest platform, GIGABYTE W468N not only optimizes the mobility but also delivers high performances in each aspect. Furthermore, the built-in fingerprint verification system in the body can protect data securities, and its advanced hardware installation as well as high performances will address all of your needs. The latest Turbo Memory technology also furnishes with quick boot application. </br>

<br> GIGABYTE W566N, equipped with the newest platform of GIGABYTE, highlights the specially designed glossy appearance that distinguishes itself. Its equipped 15.4-inch WXGA wide screen and nVIDIA NB8M -256MB chip set of best choice can satisfy the entertainment needs for game players. W566N’s powerful features let you view movies and play games for a long time, and enable users to experience its outstanding performances easily when they are playing games or enjoying high-resolution films. As W566N’s particular integrated double heat pipes allow long-time use, this progressive technology can effectively cool down the system in no time, so as to both enhance the performances of W566N and maintain its high steadiness.  </br>


<br> In correspondence to the trend of globalization service, the customer service network of GIGABYTE Notebook will proceed further. Recently, the worldwide warranty services will start for GIGABYTE Notebooks over Japan, Taiwan, China, Germany, U.S.A, and the South Africa. </br>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Jun 2007  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GIGABYTE's entry into the UMPC market 
receives much recognition at the 2007 CeBIT&lt;/br&gt;
Watch out, PDA and Smart Phone! GIGABYTE UMPC U60 is here! (2007/04/11)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1323</link><description><![CDATA[<br>GIGABYTE UMPC U60, a whole new protrusive work of GIGABYTE, has just finished its show at the 2007 CeBIT. The U60 turned many eyes of consumers with its ultra portable feature of only 740g, the large 6.5 inch LCD screen that leaves the tiny LCD screens of PDA and Smart Phone in the dust, and the stylish and easy-to-use horizontal keypad that is slid open easily with a single hand. The above are just a few features that the U60 has that captured everyone's interest.</br>

<br><img src="/FileList/News/2007_notebook_news/nb_news_u60_070413.jpg" border="0"></br>



<br>At the functional design end, the GIGABYTE UMPC U60 features the VIA C7-M processor, built-in IEEE 802.11 b/g wireless for wide compatibility, and the Bluetooth 2.0+EDR for increased data transfer rate which is three times faster than that of the conventional bluetooth. No matter at home or outdoors, you will never loose touch with friends and family with the ability to share information while staying entertained with the U60. U60’s mobility is proven and it is ready to go with you anywhere.</br>

<br>GIGABYTE UMPC U60 is equipped with the built-in stereo microphones and speaker and the fun packed 300K pixel webcam rendering you a whole new level of enjoyment with auto face detection and focusing functionality, which allow for automatic recongition of face(s) in the frame and follow the object even if he or she moves. </br>

<br>GIGABYTE UMPC U60 also allows for future upgrades with GPS satellite navigation module and DVB-T digital TV receiver module, which will turn your U60 into a navigation system and multimedia digital TV that you can carry with you on the go.</br>

<br>The power saving design of the GIGABYTE UMPC U60 stands out among the many UMPCs on the market. The VIA C7-M ULV 770 1GHz ultra low voltage processor features the Enhanced Power Saver technology using only 5W of power. In addition, the combination of the ultra thin LED backlight at 3.3V, the 1.8 inch ultra thin and low power consumption hard drive and the Windows Portal Power Management allows the U60 for up to 4 hours of battery usage with easy control over the volume, wireless network, synchronization status, and power management. The enhancement of productivity is literally in the palm of your hand.</br>

<br>The GIGABYTE UMPC U60 is with hand writing recognition under Window XP Home for the first delivery. It is aimed at business persons for instant access to email, web-conferencing, wireless connectivity and GPS navigation system which are associated with the traditional PDA and Smart Phone are going to be replaced by the GIGABYTE UMPC U60. The GIGABYTE UMPC U60 is scheduled for Taiwan release in May 2007 and the suggested retail price is at an affordable USD$920.</br>]]></description>
  <pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2007  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GIGABYTE Newest Platform&lt;br&gt;
Go Beyond the Limits (2007/03/15)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1321</link><description><![CDATA[<p>For 2007,GIGABYTE offers you not only the newest Platform, but also a full product line of Mobile solutions, with 14.1” and 15.4” wide screens, all with built-in megapixel webcams, a highly portable, lightweight 6.5” Ultra-Mobile Device, and the first and only 17” dual graphics card system!</p><br>

<P><img src="/FileList/News/2007_notebook_news/nb_news_u60_w251u_070315.jpg" border="0"></br>

<p>Now, the whole world is in your hands. The GIGABYTE U60 UMPC, powered by the VIA C7®-M processor is one of the most advanced UMPCs currently on the market. With TDP down to 3.5W, the VIA Ultra Mobile Platform is the perfect solution for the UMPC. The device weighs just 740g, but offers consumers a small, ultra-mobile device with full PC capabilities, uncompromising Internet access, anytime connectivity, and the ability to recognize and adapt to its environment virtually anytime and anywhere. Its 6.5” TFT LCD screen is larger than a tiny Palm or smart-phone device, and comes with wireless communication capability that help to connect you to browse the Internet, and receive e-mail and instant messages. Its sliding QWERTY keyboard can make it easier for you to reply to your mail.</br>

<p>The sleek GIGABYTE Notebook W251U has an ultra-portable, highly-mobile design, lightweight form factor, magnesium alloy chassis, and long battery life. Weighing 1.85kg with the standard battery, and less than 1” in height, the W251U is incredibly convenient for mobile on-the-road use. It has the stamina to power you through the most demanding applications, a 1.3M pixel built-in camera and a Dual Array Microphone to let you video conference from anywhere.</br>

<p><img src="/FileList/News/2007_notebook_news/nb_news_w466u_w468n_070315.jpg" border="0"></br>

<p>The GIGABYTE W466U has superior specifications, including a 1.3 million pixel webcam, a new card slot, and a 4-in-1 card reader and also comes equipped with four USB 2.0 ports, one IEEE 1394, TV-out and a D-sub connector for video-out. It is ideal for both personal and business applications. </br>

<p>With the nVIDIA NB8M -256MB chipset and the newest platform, the GIGABYTE W468N optimizes mobility while offering superior performance in every aspect; moreover, it has a built-in identification fingerprint which can protect your data security. Its advanced hardware and high performance will fulfill all your needs. New “Robson” technology can be an option for quick access boot-up.</br>

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<p>The GIGABYTE W566N newest platform notebook is the best choice for your gaming and entertainment needs. With a 15.4” WXGA widescreen display and nVIDIA NB8M -256MB chipset, the W566N is powerful enough to allow you to watch movies and play games for hours. You can easily experience outstanding performance while playing games or enjoying high definition movies. Prolonged usage of the W566N is not a problem due to the special, built-in Dual-Heatpipe technology. This advanced technology is always able to cool down your system fast and effectively. It not only increases the W566N’s performance, but also maintains its stability at a high level.</br>

<p>You will never feel that a laptop screen is too small when you use the W756N. The 17” big screen is perfect for your entertainment and PC gaming needs. It is the first and only 17” dual graphics card system, giving you up to a 100% increase in graphics performance over single graphics card systems. The W756N comes with 1GB of graphics memory. That's enough power to pump out games at the highest resolutions without butchering your frame rate, and mobile enough for you to pick up and move closer to your next victim.</br>

<p><img src="/FileList/News/2007_notebook_news/nb_news_power_express_070315.jpg" border="0"></br>


<p>The Power Express is a High Capacity Battery Pack with Li-Polymer cells; it’s the safest battery in the world, and with a 10,000mAH power capacity, you get eight full hours of use when your GIGABYTE Notebook is equipped with a Power Express battery.</br>

<p>Since Vista is the first Windows operating system that can scale to a computer’s hardware capabilities, the performance you get out of Vista is directly linked to how much technological force is packed into your PC. The latest graphics, processors, hard drives and memory are a given on any new GIGABYTE system. So, enjoy essential Vista features like DirectX 10, Aero, and Instant Search in their full glory on your new GIGABYTE.</br>]]></description>
  <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2007  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GIGABYTE's New Notebook Release Conference
in Japan (2006/11/22)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1307</link><description><![CDATA[<br><img src="/FileList/News/2006_notebook_news/nb_news_w251u_061122.jpg" border="0"> </br>



<br> Taipei – With their "stylish design and innovative performance" and product advantages, GIGABYTE notebook computers are about to launch the fiercely competitive Japanese market. On November 16 GIGABYTE and TSUKUMO, a Japanese company, jointly held their new product release conference, of which the location was chosen to be at Akihabara, the most famous electric shopping area in Tokyo, Japan, to formally introduce GIGABYTE notebook computers into the Japanese market! </br>  
<br> TSUKUMO exclusively acts as an agent for GIGABYTE notebook computers in Japan. GIGABYTE, who always prioritize product quality and service, will establish a service center in Japan to provide the market with comprehensive customer support. TSUKUMO is responsible for market activities and sales initiatives. Japan will be another focus area for GIGABYTE notebook computers, following GIGABYTE’s robust foundation established in several major countries in the world. These new products also gained high recognition and positive response from over 40 journalists who participated in the new product release conference. </br>
<br> GIGABYTE notebook computers have recently had the honor of winning the 2006 G-Mark (the Good Design Award) of Japan with their technical design as well as superior and thoughtful performance. It is believed that their simple and fashionable design as well as outstanding and innovative performance will enable them to enjoy great favor from Japanese consumers! </br>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2006  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GIGABYTE W251U is honored with &lt;/br&gt;
the 2006 Japanese G-Mark Award (2006/10/12)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1297</link><description><![CDATA[<br><img src="/FileList/News/2006_notebook_news/nb_news_g_mark_061003.jpg" border="0"></br>

<p> With it's technological, simple, stylish design and innovative performance, the GIGABYTE <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188"> W251U</a></b> notebook computer has won several prizes such as Best Choice of COMPUTEX Award (Taiwan) and Taiwan Excellent Product Award since it appeared on the market this year. Recently, it was also honored with the 2006 Japanese G-Mark Award (Good Design Award), which ranks as one of the world's top three industrial design awards and the most recognized certification of design quality in Asia. 2006 saw 3000 entries into this competition. The W251U's user-friendly, stylish and lightweight design received good reviews from the judges.</br>

<p> According to the Nippon research center's survey of the Japanese market, receiving the G-Mark awards represents high marks in all categories including capability, quality, practicality, design, and so on. The Good Design Award was established by the Japan Industrial Design Promotion Organization (JIDPO) in 1957; this year happens to be the 50th anniversary of the award. The judge panel consists of scholars and professionals from all over Japan. The judges are looking for designs with aesthetic appeal, uniqueness, and high coordination texture. They also stress the user-friendliness, practicality, and usefulness of functions.</br>

<p> GIGABYTE ID design team indicates that the "simple and stylish" design has recently become the trend in the computer market, demonstrating the importance of a "modern, detailed, and low-profile" design concept for notebook computers this year. The award winning <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188"> W251U</a></b> has a very simple silver and black design giving it a classic elegance. Externally is placed the metallic GIGABYTE LOGO, whose sedate, low-profile design also shows the delicate touch even in the least detail. The touch panel of seamless design has an extended operating scope, which is integrated in the computer as a whole. The hidden screen, which incorporates a blue light indicator for softness, and the flowing smooth shape of the full form give the computer its overall technological and visual aesthetics.</br>

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<img src="/FileList/News/2006_notebook_news/nb_news_gmark_061003.jpg" border="0"></br>


<p> With the next-generation Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology, the <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188"> W251U</a></b> has excellent performance and many user-friendly features, which are also the reasons why it received this award. The <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188"> W251U</a></b>, with its 12.1-inch screen, it's 1.85kg lightweight and thin body, and an aluminum-magnesium alloy case, all make it a vibration-proof computer with mobility. In the built-in silent mode, which allows the computer to adjust the CPU frequency and voltage smartly, not only will the fan noise be controlled, but also the processor will go into low power mode, allowing the batteries to reserve power for later use. The screen uses a Ambient Light Sensor to choose between eight different brightness settings, saving energy and making it easier for users, so no matter where you use the computer during a briefing or conference you will never feel fatigued. In addition, the 1.3 million mega pixel screen is equipped with the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (802.11a+b+g) and the Bluetooth V2.0 products, with which consumers may have fluent and uninterrupted communications with their business partners or friends. </br>

<p> Not only is the Good Design Award the highest and most respected award in Asia, there are more than 70% of Japanese consumers that recognize the G-Mark as a sign of excellence and quality.  The award-winning <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188"> W251U</a></b>, with its simple, stylish design and innovative performance, is expected to receive more recommendations and popularity with consumers in Taiwan.</br>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2006  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Best Choice of COMPUTEX Reinforces GIGABYTE 's Global Marketing Power &lt;/br&gt;
With innovative, compact and stylish design, the &lt;a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188"&gt;W251U&lt;/a&gt; 
 notebook computer earns immense recognition (2006/06/09)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1287</link><description><![CDATA[<p> June 6, 2006 -- COMPUTEX Taipei is always a primary focus for vast consumers and global buyers and also an event that helps boost the trade volume in the technology electronics industry. The winner list of the 2006 “Best Choice of COMPUTEX Award” was officially announced by the organizers -- Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and Taipei Computer Association (TCA) -- on the inauguration day of the exhibition. Infused with slim, compact and stylish design and a technological sensibility, the GIGABYTE <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188">W251U</a></b> notebook computer features premium and innovative capabilities and thus has been selected for the award among two hundred-odd nominated items. GIGABYTE has rolled out a number of national award-winning products in recent years. The “Best Choice of COMPUTEX Award”, which gives ratings based on product export potential and innovation, commends GIGABYTE's exclusive, technological products for their global marketing power, showcasing the brand label's successful cross-border deployment momentum and achievement.</br>


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<p> As both local and international IT market players pay great attention to COMPUTEX Taipei, the winning products of the “Best Choice of COMPUTEX Award” acquire reputable positions accordingly. The evaluation criteria involve three highlights: “R&D technology”, “innovation”, and “export potential”. The eligible participants are leading technology manufacturers that boast export production. The award is classified into 11 categories, including PC/Notebook, Motherboards, and Multimedia Products, etc., with an aim to encourage Taiwanese suppliers to produce premium products with highly developed technology and innovative ideas under fair competition and select quality IT products of significant export potential. The recognition for GIGABYTE intensifies GIGABYTE's superior technological renovation and complete range of products. During COMPUTEX Taipei 2006, GIGABYTE, in addition to dedicating the thematic exhibition at its booth, will exhibit its award-winning <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188">W251U</a></b> notebook computers, as invited by the organizers. With GIGABYTE's brand reputation and following the disclosure of the award, GIGABYTE's booth receives more inquiries than expected and becomes a focal point for overseas buyers and consumers.</br>


<p> The GIGABYTE <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188">W251U</a></b>, a winning notebook computer of the “Best Choice of COMPUTEX Award”, features a simple, elegant silver-black design that inherits GIGABYTE's consistent silver-and-black technological sensibility. The black housing embossed with aluminum GIGABYTE's logo reveals a sedate, reserved stylish taste. The <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188">W251U</a></b> comes with a 12.1-inch display and the latest Intel Centrino dual-core mobile processing, plus the slim, compact size of only 1.85kg and a light-weighted aluminum-magnesium alloy frame, providing optimal vibration/shock-resistance and mobility. The built-in Silent Mode hotkey allows intelligent adjustment of CPU timing and voltage, which will effectively eliminate fan noise and increase battery duration. Besides, with the smart light sensor for automatic detection of light sources and 8-state brightness adaptation, users will no longer feel exhausted while reading with computers for a long time or conducting an indoor briefing or attending a conference. And, thanks to the embedded 1.3 mega pixel camera lens equipped with Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (802.11a+b+g) application and Bluetooth V2.0, consumers are ready to participate in business negotiations and make communication with their friends whenever available. </br>

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<p> GIGABYTE notebook computers have received the “Best Choice of COMPUTEX Award” for two consecutive years, manifesting GIGABYTE's commitment and dedication to professional production of notebook computer products. This year the <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188">W251U</a></b> earns unanimous endorsement from the juries for its user-friendly, up-to-date and compact design. It is believed that such unrivaled performance and innovative functions will inevitably make the <b><a href="/Products/Notebook/Products_Spec.aspx?ProductID=2188">W251U</a></b> the best choice for notebook computers. </br>


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  <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jun 2006  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Daul Core Power Your Life! &lt;br&gt;
GIGABYTE NAPA series notebooks Newsletter (2006/05/23)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1286</link><description><![CDATA[<P> GIGABYTE dual core notebooks, W251U, W451U, and W551N, are quickly gaining in reputation as highly efficient must-have notebooks around the world. Equipped with the latest generation of Intel®  Centrino® Duo mobile technology, which provides higher performance, more efficient power saving, and easier high speed wireless connection, GIGABYTE state of the art notebooks enable you to be connected while enjoying the freedom of mobility. </br>

<P> <b> GIGABYTE NAPA series notebooks </b> all have a special inbuilt hotkey for effecting silent mode by reducing the fan noise and intelligently adjusting the CPU speed and power consumption resulting in longer battery life. The auto light sensor helps to adapt the brightness of the monitor in tune with the environment. The 8 brightness levels ensure that your eyes remain comfortable at all times whether you are indoor or outdoor. Thus, you can see that GIGABYTE notebooks with their ergonometric design, silent mode and power saving functions are the results of having your best interests in mind. GIGABYTE NAPA notebooks fully support Intel® Pro/Wireless 3945ABG (802.11a+b+g) double bandwidth, tri-mode wireless technology and let you connect with your office, home and friends anytime, anywhere. </br>

<br><br><img src="/FileList/News/2006_notebook_news/nb_news_w251u_060523.jpg" border="0"> </br>


<p> The sleek <b> GIGABYTE Notebook W251U </b> is truly ultra-portable at 1.85kg with 4 hours of standard battery life, a DVD- rewritable Optical drive , 12.1" widescreen display, Intel®  Yonah Dual core CPU, DDR II 667MHz memory and Serial ATA Hard Disk and integrated wireless LAN, The sleek GIGABYTE Notebook W251U has an ultra-portable, Highly-Mobile Design , lightweight form-factor, Magnesium Alloy chassis, and long battery life. At 1.85kg with standard battery, less than 1” thin , the GIGABYTE Notebook W251U is incredibly convenient for mobile on-the-road. It has the stamina to power you through your most demanding applications, 1.3M pixel built-in camera and Dual Array Microphone to let you for Video conference anywhere. </br>

<br><img src="/FileList/News/2006_notebook_news/nb_news_w451u_060523.jpg" border="0"> </br>


<p> The <b> GIGABYTE Notebook W451U </b> was created with slim, lightweight design as exceptional mobile device for your computing needs at home, in the office or on the road. A powerful processor, ample hard drive and integrated DVD+R Double Layer/DVD+-RW drive with Click to DVD software give you the power to create, connect and command your digital world. The 14.1" widescreen display with Ultra Brite Screen makes watching DVDs movies in dazzling clarity widescreen or viewing documents a delight. At 2.4 kg (with standard battery), the GIGABYTE Notebook W451U will be easy and convenient to bring with you wherever you go. <br> 


<br><img src="/FileList/News/2006_notebook_news/nb_news_w551_060523.jpg" border="0"> </br>


<p> Equipped with a variety of tools to get you up and running right away, the <b> GIGABYTE Notebook W551N </b> is a high-powered mobile multimedia entertainment tool, allowing you to create dynamic presentations, view movies with stunning clarity, and create and manage your multimedia files with ease. NVIDIA GeForce Go 7400 128MB ensures your games and images are crisp and sharp. The exceptional 15.4" widescreen display with Ultra Brite Screen LCD and Smart Light Sensor provides a movie viewing experience you can only get from GIGABYTE. Featuring Intel®  Centrino®  Duo mobile technology, the Intel® Yonah Dual core processor and 945PM chipset run cool and quiet. Built-in wireless LAN, DDR II 667MHz memory and Serial ATA Hard Disk and enhanced performance and extended battery life enable work on-the-go. </br>

<p> <b> GIGABYTE Notebook W551N </b> combines a full-size workspace and powerful performance with the slim, lightweight design a mobile user demands. With integrated wireless LAN and efficient battery usage, GIGABYTE Notebook W551N is an ideal solution for your everyday essential computing needs and growing multimedia entertainment demands. </br>

<p> GIGABYTE NAPA series W451U and W551N were applied to <b> Intel CBB </b> (Common Building Block) Program, that means the parts including Keyboard, HDD , Optical Drive , Panel and Battery as been in standard and you can easily have the service and upgrading in the future.</br> 

<p> All the platforms by NAPA series have been designed as key parts installation from the bottom side, it will help for the Configure-To-Order business in the channel and future enhancement for configuration. </br>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2006  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GIGABYTE new NAPA platform Newsletter
 (2006/03/01)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1247</link><description><![CDATA[GIGABYTE New NAPA Platform offer the full product line of Mobile solution, 12.1”,14.1”,15.4” wide screen products, new generation of family out looking will be introduced to as a newly appearance. <br>

<p> The sleek GIGABYTE Notebook W251U is truly ultra-portable at 1.7kg with 4 hours of standard battery life, a DVD- rewritable Optical drive , 12.1" widescreen display, Intel Yonah Dual core CPU, DDR II 667MHz memory and Serial ATA Hard Disk and integrated wireless LAN, The sleek GIGABYTE Notebook W251U has an ultra-portable, Highly-Mobile Design , lightweight form-factor, Magnesium Alloy chassis, and long battery life. At 1.7kg with standard battery, less than 1” thin , the GIGABYTE Notebook W251U is incredibly convenient for mobile on-the-road. It has the stamina to power you through your most demanding applications, 1.3M pixel built-in camera and Dual Array Microphone to let you for Video conference anywhere. <br>

<br><img src='/FileList/Image/notebook_w251u_small.jpg'><br><br>

<P> The GIGABYTE Notebook W451U was created with slim, lightweight design as exceptional mobile device for your computing needs at home, in the office or on the road. A powerful processor, ample hard drive and integrated DVD+R Double Layer/DVD+-RW drive with Click to DVD software give you the power to create, connect and command your digital world. The 14.1" widescreen display with Ultra Brite Screen makes watching DVDs movies in dazzling clarity widescreen or viewing documents a delight. At 2.1 kg (with standard battery), the GIGABYTE Notebook W451U will be easy and convenient to bring with you wherever you go.<br>

<br><img src='/FileList/Image/notebook_w451u_small.jpg'><br><br> 

<p>Equipped with a variety of tools to get you up and running right away, the GIGABYTE Notebook W551N is a high-powered mobile multimedia entertainment tool, allowing you to create dynamic presentations, view movies with stunning clarity, and create and manage your multimedia files with ease. NVIDIA GeForce Go 7400 128MB ensures your games and images are crisp and sharp. The exceptional 15.4" widescreen display with Ultra Brite Screen LCD and Smart Light Sensor provides a movie viewing experience you can only get from GIGABYTE. Featuring Intel® Centrino™ Mobile Technology, the Intel® Yonah Dual core processor and 945PM chipset run cool and quiet. Built-in wireless LAN, DDR II 667MHz memory and Serial ATA Hard Disk and enhanced performance and extended battery life enable work on-the-go. <br>

<br><img src='/FileList/Image/notebook_w551n_small.jpg'><br><br>

<p>GIGABYTE Notebook W551N combines a full-size workspace and powerful performance with the slim, lightweight design a mobile user demands. With integrated wireless LAN and efficient battery usage, GIGABYTE Notebook W551N is an ideal solution for your everyday essential computing needs and growing multimedia entertainment demands.<br>

<p>The GIGABYTE Notebook with Exceptional Performance is optimized for mobility and designed with your day-by-day computing applications in mind. With a fast Intel® Yonah Dual core processor, ample storage and an impressive suite of integrated productivity and multimedia entertainment tools, your GIGABYTE Notebook is ready to help you power through your day and entertain you when you're done. <br>

<P>GIGABYTE NAPA platform 14.1” and 15.4” were applied to Intel CBB(Common Building Block) Program, that means the parts including Keyboard, HDD , Optical Drive , Panel and Battery as been in standard and you can easily have the service and upgrading in the future. <br>

<p>All the platforms by NAPA have been designed as key parts installation from the bottom side, it will help for the Configure-To-Order business in the channel and future enhancement for configuration.
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  <pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2006  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GIGABYTE notebook PCs W511 and N521 and multimedia center HA series won 2005 GD-MARK awards (2005/12/22)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1232</link><description><![CDATA[GIGA-BYTE Technology Co., Ltd. won GD-MARK with its N411 notebook PC, mini PC TC series, multimedia presentation projector GM-FPB at the beginning of this year. Recently, GIGABYTE won “GD-MARK” again with W511 and N521 notebooks, and media center HA series. Those winning records approve GIGABYTE of competence in product design and enterprise image.

<p>「GD-MARK」 is a domestic design award held by Taiwan Design Center, authorized and instructed by Industrial Development Bureau of MOEA. The judgment criteria of ID design focuses on originality and aesthetic ID design. In functions, the criteria focus on ergonomic design and practical functionality. In judging design process, it relies on product positioning and the whole product development procedures. John Fang, General Manager of System Product Business Unit indicated that GIGA-BYTE Technology Co. Ltd own GD-MARK awards again this year that approves our strong capability on product development, quality control, design, innovation and branding. The achievement also helps to promote recognition of our new technology and brand images to consumers.

<img
src='/FileList/News/old_system_news/news_20050503_notebook_w511.jpg'><br>

<p>Design concept of its W511 notebook PC originates from ideas of supreme racing cars that feature streamline shapes with a sense of beauty and originality. The diagonal line stretching from the thermal holes on one side to the battery on the bottom creates a sense of beauty and originality like fashionable racing cars with a sense of power and movement. Its detail design integrates elements of racing cars on power button, top keyboard cover and anti-slippery design of the ODD. Those ideas reflect designs of lamps, carbon fiber cover, pedals of racing cars. The machine is eye-catching with mirror-finish decoration side bars and buttons of sputtering coating, especially under the light. The machine also shows delicacy with its exquisite internal design of simplicity and dignity. W511 owns not only outstanding outlook design but also full functionality. It features high resolution a 15.4-inch wide screen, built-in high performance graphic chips and a high quality stereo speaker. It is a superb solution of individual multimedia center to present fantastic audio and video effects of movies, motion pictures and 3D games.

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<img src="/FileList/Image/notebook_productimage_521u_small.jpg"  border=0><br>

<p>N521 notebook PC also owns the same design concept of supreme racing cars as W511 in the whole outlook and detail designs. The designers try to deliver gentle image through lines and curves of the whole body to reduce a sense of speed. In detail design, the product is designed with elegant and dignified conservative style. Those designs represent the exquisite image of the machine as the famous AUDI cars. In color design, the machine is painted with fields of silver and black to cause vision effect of the thinness. N521 also has a wide array of functions and input interfaces along with other more high-end features than competitors including a high resolution 15-inch monitor, built-in high performance graphic chips, a high quality stereo speaker, a rescue-and-recover key and so on. The product aims to deliver stylish and delicate product image to consumers.

<p>Another award winning product media center HA series of digital home application also have unique ID design and functions. The series adopt deep color mirror finish in to present stylish design instead of traditional tower form factor of PCs and outlook of DVD players. They also feature VFD to display audio effects and output statuses during operation. They also have user-friendly interfaces including USB and IEEE 1394 ports along with card reader slots. They are your best choice of both IA and digital appliance features that fits your needs of audio and video enjoyment in the living room. HA series offer you multifunctional solution with easy setup convenience and user-friendly interface. GIGABYTE’s HA series wow the crowds and are sure to fulfill your dream of digital home now. 
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  <pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2005  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Light as a Dragonfly, Clear as a Mirror　
GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY – N211U "Dragonfly" Notebook Computer
 (2005/11/10)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1165</link><description><![CDATA[<img src='/FileList/News/old_system_news/news_20051110_notebook_n211u.jpg'><br>
Can you imagine being so light and free with absolutely no burdens on your shoulders? If that’s not the case, then your notebook computer has put too much weight on you. Introducing the lightweight 12.1-inch N211U "Dragonfly" notebook computer from GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY, with its extreme light weight of 1.9 kg, housed in the elaborately crafted silver-grey curvy design, you can carry it around and still not feeling a bit of burden on your shoulders. In addition, the N211U "Dragonfly" features a crystal clear mirror display, giving you brighter images and stunning visual enhancement, your every day with the N211U "Dragonfly" notebook computer will always be a dynamic one. 

The N211U "Dragonfly" enhances your overall computing and multimedia experiences by adopting the most popular Sonoma platform backed by the powerful Intel<sup>®</sup> 915 chipsets. It also comes with the Intel<sup>®</sup> PRO WLAN 2200BG or the 2915ABG wireless technology (optional), which provides interruption-free and increased data transmissions.  In addition, N211U’s light, compact design along with the integrated gapless touchpad offers you a clean and comfortable worktop with no dust accumulation. Powered by the high-performance, state-of-the-art Dothan FSB533 CPU/Alviso chipsets, plus two memory slots with each supporting up to 1024 MB and expandable to a total of 2GB, together with an upgradeable 80 GB hard disk drive, N211U is without doubt the consumer's top choice of notebook computers. 
 
GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY also showcases an exclusive F9 recovery key which initiates the "Xpress Recover" screen. Through its user-friendly interface, “Xpress Recover” allows you to go back to factory settings simply by clicking of the mouse. With "Xpress Recover", problems such as virus infections will be the things of the past. GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY’s N211U "Dragonfly" notebook computer is undoubtedly your best companion both at home and at work. 



12.1-inch N211U Product specification: 
 	*CPU: Intel<sup>®</sup> Dothan, 533 FSB, uFCBGA (1.60GHz~2.13GHz)
 	*Chipset: Intel<sup>®</sup> 915GM/ICH6-M
 	*System Memory: Two DDR333 ,SODIMM slots for 256/512/1024 MB (Max: 2GB)
 	*HDD : PATA 40/60/80 GB
 	*Wireless : Intel® PRO wireless 2200BG / 2915ABG (optional)
 	*Battery life: 3.5 hr
 	*Weight: 1.9 kg (w/ODD and 6 cell battery)



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  <pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2005  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Enjoy it Anytime, Anywhere!　
GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY – W431U "Chocolate Cookie" Notebook Computer
 (2005/11/10)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1166</link><description><![CDATA[<img src='/FileList/News/old_system_news/news_20051110_notebook_w431u_1.jpg'><br>
Are you tired of leading a life so dull that waking up early with the sounds of the alarm clock and rushing to work have become your daily routines? In that case GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY has something new for you: the "W431U Chocolate Cookie" notebook computer. This notebook computer features a tantalizing design of a scratch-proof, wave-pattern lid and a body painted in a delicious soft misty black. It’s as tasty as a piece of chocolate cookie making you forget about your pressure at work. Additionally, the W431U Chocolate Cookie notebook computer equips a 14-inch, 15:9 Ultra Vivid wide-screen display, giving you vibrant and color-rich images that extend beyond the constraints of an average 4:3 display, opening your visual experiences to infinite possibilities.

W431U is a high-performance machine embracing a lovely chocolate cookie look. It employs the latest Sonoma platform along with a top-notch 90nm Dothan Processor and the Intel<sup>®</sup> 915 GM chipsets. Through its DDR II dual channel memory bandwidth, W431U offers ultra-high memory capacity as well as stability for high-speed data transmission. In addition, The W431U notebook computer provides four USB slots which you can transfer the data simultaneously. Whether you are watching DVD/VCD, listening to music or simply working hard, W431U is your best companion.  
                                                                              
GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY also showcases an exclusive F9 recovery key which initiates the "Xpress Recover" screen. Through its user-friendly interface, "Xpress Recover" allows you to go back to factory settings simply by clicking of the mouse. With "Xpress Recover", problems such as virus infections will be the things of the past. The W431U Chocolate Cookie notebook computer will be available for sale during the fourth quarter of this year, till then, you will be able to enjoy the sweet, "Chocolaty" computing experience that you have never tasted before. 

14" Widescreen W431U Main Product Specifications:
 	*CPU: Intel<sup>®</sup> Pentium<sup>®</sup> Dothan (FSB 533MHz) / Celeron M (FSB 400MHz)
 	*Chipsets: Intel<sup>®</sup> Alviso 915GM/ICH6-M
 	*System Memory: DDR II SO-DIMM Slots x 2 (Max: 1 GB)
 	*HDD: 40/60/80 GB
 	*Wireless LAN: Intel<sup>®</sup> PRO wireless 2200BG / 2915ABG (optional)
 	*Battery running time: 3.5 hours (6-cell)
 	*Weight: 2.3Kg 

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  <pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2005  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New from Sonoma –W511 brings you a high performing entertainment platform (2005/05/03)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1158</link><description><![CDATA[<img src='/FileList/News/old_system_news/news_20050503_notebook_w511.jpg'><br>GIGABYTE Technology gives the 'Sonoma' notebook a new shot of life with the GIGABYTE 15.4" wide screen notebook with inbuilt Intel Pentium M 750 (1.86GHz) processor, 512MB memory, 60GB hard disk, DVD-Dual RW, and an ATi MR X700 128MB display card!  In addition to the original wireless and energy saving technology, it comes with a brand new 90 NM Pentium M processor integrated with the Intel 915 chipset.  It is indeed no myth that this notebook is poised to overtake the desktop in performance!  GIGABYTE W511A built with the 90NM 'Dothan' processor has the following features: 
<li>Intel PRO/Wireless LAN (WLAN) 
<li>Centrino mobile technology upgrades performance by 1.5 times
<li>L2 Cache capacity increased from 1MB to 2MB
<li>90 NM Dothan processor 
<li>Dothan capacity increased from 70.7 to 104 million.
<li>Inbuilt wireless remote control for convenience of operation of visual-audio entertainment
<li>The 2<sup>nd</sup> generation Pentium M 90 NM processor 'Dothan', complemented by a wide range of advanced technology, is more effective than the Pentium M by 17%

In addition, GIGABYTE W511A 'Sonoma' has the following unique features: 400/533MHz processor upgraded to the new Pentium M. The high-speed technology of the ATI RM X700 PCI Express 16x is 30% more effective than the earlier models, giving the user the ultimate indulgence in high performance 3D play with superb visual and audio quality!  Built on the concept of fashionable sports cars, GIGABYTE W511A comes with a 15.4 inch WXGA, the ATI MRX700 and a 128MB display memory, all working to provide high resolution and life-like display of 3D images.  Couple that with high performing inbuilt duplex speakers and you are rewarded with superb sound quality on a par with that provided in the theaters.  Simply use the infra-red remote control device to relax and indulge in a multimedia feast of movies, pictures and music.  Wireless remote control for relaxed entertainment - the W511A is built with a wireless remote control that is capable of controlling sound and images from a long distance.  What's more, even during system shutdown, the inbuilt Power Cinema can be started with a shortcut key, transporting the user into a multimedia world of visual and audio extravaganza.  

Flexible mobility – the wireless dual band capability of GIGABYTE W511A notebook is equipped with 802.11b/g compatible wireless components and the Intel PROSET software, making the mobile office more effective and hassle-free.  The Ethernet LAN at 1000Mbps enables complete flexibility in selecting the optimal protocol applicable to the environment. 

<li>OS: pre-installed Microsoft<sup>®</sup>  Windows<sup>®</sup> XP Home Edition  
<li>Processor: Intel<sup>®</sup> Pentium<sup>®</sup> M 750 (1.86 GHz), 2MB L2 high speed cache, 533MHz FSB 
<li>Memory: 512MB DDR 2 DIMM sockets up to 2GB  
<li>Screen: 15.4 inch WXGA TFT LCD color display & 16.7 mega pixels (1280 x 800 pixels)
<li>Video: ATI MOBILITY RADEON X700 ; inbuilt 128MB DDR video memory supports Microsoft<sup>®</sup> DirectX<sup>®</sup> 9.0  
<li>Audio: duplex speaker system supports S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface), digital output , inbuilt microphone 
<li>Storage: 60 GB ATA/100 hard drive 
<li>CD drive: DVD-Dual DL burner (reads: 8X DVD+R, 8X DVD+RW, 6X DL DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 24X CD-ROM, writes: 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD+R W, 2.4X DL DVD+R, 4X DVD-R, 2X DVD-RW, 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW) 
<li>Dimensions / weight: 358(length)x 268 (breadth) x 26.2-33.4 (height)mm / 2.95 kilograms 
<li>Battery: 90W lithium(8 Cell)
<li>Data transmitter: inbuilt 56K ITU V.92 data transmission (PTT certified)
<li>LAN: inbuilt 10/100/1000 Mbps high speed Ethernet connection 
<li>Wireless LAN: supports 802.11b+g Intel<sup>®</sup>PRO/Wireless 2200BG technology 
<li>I/O interface: inbuilt Bluetooth i/o; 3 USB 2.0 ports; 1 S-Video / TV-out; 1 external VGA port; 1 IEEE1394 port; 1 RJ-45 Ethernet port; 1 RJ-11 data port; 1 4-in-1 card reader; 1 microphone / cable input slot; 1 infra-red FIR port; 1 headphone / speaker / circuit output, supports S/PDIF slot; 1Type II PCMCIA CardBus slot
<li>Warranty: two years anywhere in Taiwan
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  <pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2005  16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sonoma innovation –N521&lt;br&gt;The ultimate entertainment platform
 (2005/05/03)</title><link>http://br.giga-byte.com/News/Notebook/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1159</link><description><![CDATA[Following the wide screen W511 notebook, GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY presents the N521 platform comprising the popular 15 inch display window, Intel Pentium M 1.73GHz  NM "Dothan" processor, 256MB memory, 60GB hard disk, Combo RW device, ATI X600 video processor and 128MB display memory (optional) to bring high performance, uninterrupted gaming pleasure with high resolution life-like 3D images to the user. 
<img src='/FileList/News/old_system_news/news_20050503_notebook_N521.jpg'>
For wireless Internet connection, the inbuilt 802.11b/g network component and Intel PROSET software make the wireless mobile office more convenient and effective.  On top of that, the 1000Mbps high speed Ethernet network enables flexibility in selecting the optimal connection to suit the environment. Aesthetically, the N521 is a picture of efficiency and individuality in GIGABYTE signature streamlined design style silver gray. The inbuilt LED indicator informs the state of use of the notebook while the hardware configuration enables easy removal/replacement of the hard disk / memory.

N521 features:
<li>OS: pre-installed Microsoft<sup>®</sup> Windows<sup>®</sup> XP Home Edition  
<li>Processor: Intel<sup>®</sup> Pentium<sup>®</sup> M 1.73 GHz, 2MB L2 DRAM, 533MHzFSB 
<li>Memory: 256MB DDR, dual DIMM slot expandable to 2GB  
<li>Screen: 15inch XGA TFTLCD color display 1024 x 768 
<li>Video: ATI MOBILITY RADEON X600 inbuilt 128MB DDR video card supports Microsoft<sup>®</sup> DirectX<sup>®</sup> 9.0 (optional) 
<li>Audio: duplex speaker system with inbuilt microphone 
<li>Storage: 60 GB ATA/100 hard disk 
<li>CD drive: CD-RW/DVD Combo  
<li>Dimension / weight: 333.6(length)x 276(breadth) x 32.1~35.8(height)mm/2.8 kilograms 
<li>Battery: Lithium (8 Cell) 4.5 hours
<li>Data transmitter: inbuilt 56K ITU V.92  data transmission (PTT certified • LAN: inbuilt 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet network 
<li>Wireless LAN: supports 802.11b+g Intel<sup>®</sup> PRO/Wireless 2200BG technology
<li>I/O interface: inbuilt Bluetooth; 4 USB 2.0 ports; 1S-Video/TV-out; one external VGA port; one IEEE1394 port; one RJ-45 Ethernet network port; one RJ-11 data transmission port; one 4-in-1 card reader; one microphone / headphone input slot; one headphone / speaker slot; one Type II PCMCIA CardBus bus
<li>Warranty: two years anywhere in Taiwan
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