The sub-notebook computer,thanks in no small way to recent offerings from Asus and HP, is gaining popularity in drives. The most recent entry into this market is by European computer maker Medion, and the computer is the Akoya.
The Akoya has a 10.2 inch display, comes in shiny black and white, and costs €399 ($620/£318). The (most likely)Atom based sub-notebook includes 1GB of DDR2 memory, 80gb 5400 rpm drive, 3 USB ports and 802.11N. The display is 1024 x 600, and it comes with Windows XP. An optional six cell battery is also available.
The unit, with standard battery, weighs in at 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs), and measures just 247 x 179 x 28-36mm (9.7 x 7 1.1 – 1.4 inches). This should make the Akoya easy to carry and fit into your life.
The Akoya is a nice looking machine, and it is very much like the Hp Mini-Note in appearance, but a bit larger (10 inch screen vs 9 inch HP) at the same weight. The HP has a higher resolution screen (1366 x 766), but some like the physical size better. As for the maker, Medion is known as a low cost provider of computers in Europe, and the reviews of their products are mixed. However, there does seem to be a decent following for their products.
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