Nokia Booklet = Netbook + Smartbook.. ?

Posted on October 3rd, 2009 by Nidhi

I realize I’ve been calling the Nokia Booklet the Nokia SmartBook of late. Because, let’s face it, what IS the difference between all these terms?

Netbook, Smartbook, Booklet – the definitions

netbook = portable device meant for lightweight computing and internet surfing. They are typically in the $300-$500 price range. Netbooks displays range from 9″-12″, and most netbooks today come with Intel Atom processors and Windows XP.

smartbook = portable devices with ARM chips that are not as powerful as Intel Atom processors. They tend to be cheaper than netbooks and can connect to the clouds via 3G, Wifi and GPS. They range from 4″ to 10″ in size.

et cetera = other grey categories and terms include: smart phones, consumer-ultra-low-voltage devices (CULVs), ultra thin notebooks, MIDs and so on and so forth.

booklet = a smart name created by Nokia’s marketing team to separate the Nokia Booklet from other netbooks and smart books?

Nokia Booklet 3G

Taking another look at this gizmo’s specs though, (Intel Atom Z530, choice between a HDD and SDD, 12 hours of battery, in-built 3G slot) I like the sound of Booklet. I find that it highlights that this Nokia Booklet thingo is serious about being a portable internet device. It isn’t just another cheap netbook that serves as a secondary low-powered netbook.  Moreover, the streamlined design, the PRICE, and the fact that it’s from Nokia and doesn’t come unlocked (yet?) emphasize that this booklet means business.

Thoughts?

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