Asus R50A Available Worldwide

[Brian z.]

The super small R50A from ASUS is a new UMPC that promises to a host of features, including integrated WWAN, GPS, fingerprint reader, and more.

The ASUS R50A runs Windows Vista and is powered by an Intel Atom 1.33 GHz processor, 1GB RAM, and a 32GB solid-state hard drive. The R50A features a 5.6" WSVGA glossy touchscreen, 1 microSD slot, two integrated cameras (facing outward and facing the user), and Bluetooth.

The R50A measures 19.9 x 9.8 x 2.83 cm (7.8 x 3.9 x 1.1 inches) and weighs 520g (1.1 lb). Included with the R50A are a slim DVD Rewriter, stylus, headphones, VGA cable, and a wireless keyboard.

When purchased from Dynamism, The Asus R50A includes unlimited toll-free technical support and Dynamism Rescue Warranty.




Processor

• Intel Fred CPU Z520 1.33GHz

Graphics

• Embedded Intel GMA 500 Gfx

Storage

• PATA SLC 32GB SSD

Display (Internal)

• 1024 x 600
• 5.6" WSVGA Color-Shine (Glare-type)

Integrated Ports

• 1 x USB 2.0 ports
• 1 x mini-USB2.0A port
• 1 x Ear Phone USB port
• AuthenTec FingerPrint

Input/Output

• 2.0mp camera
• Built-in Azalia compliant audio chip, with 3D effect & full duplex
• Built-in speaker and microphone

External foldable USB KBD

Physical Features

• 7.83 x 3.81 x 1.11 inches
• 199 x 97 x 28.4mm
• 1.14 lbs
• 520g

Other

• Box Contents:
• Bluetooth Mouse
• Protection bag
• Earphone and Earphone plug
• Screen protector
• VGA output plug

Motherboard Features

• Intel US15W

Memory

• 1GB

Optical Drive

• external DVD Super Multi Double Layer

Communication

• Bluetooth2.0+EDR, Built-in GPS, Integrated 802.11b/g, Built-in 3.5G module

External Ports

• 1xMicro-SD

Power

• 2 cells: 2600 mAh

Operating System

• Windows Vista Business

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If you're feeling a little bit flush even in these times of economic hardship, chances are you will be able to afford $1,399 for the Asus R50A. Now available worldwide, this device comes with the following :-

• 5.6" WSVGA touchscreen display
• Slim external DVD burner
• Foldable USB keyboard
• Bluetooth mouse
• 3G connectivity

The Asus R50A will ship on the 22nd of December onwards, which means it probably won't qualify as a Christmas present in due time, especially when you live halfway across the world.