MSI at CES: Wind U115 / U120, NetOn all-in-one PC, gaming laptops galore

If you thought that MSI would allow CES to pass it by without unleashing a veritable smorgasbord of new kit upon us, you're dead wrong. For starters, the company will be showcasing its Wind U115 and U120 netbooks for the first time in the public eye at CES, and those oh-so-intriguing NetOn all-in-one machines we spotted overseas will also be making their US debut. Said rigs will arrive in 16-, 19- and 22-inch flavors, and it's expected that Intel's dual-core Atom will be powering the trio. Carrying on, we've got the EX625 and EX623 entertainment lappies joining the EX family with inbuilt subwoofers and Blu-ray drives, and the GT725, GT727, GT627 and GX420 will all be sliding into the gamer-centric GX line. Finally, MSI will be demonstrating its first "eco-friendly carbon fiber concept gaming notebook," so we'll definitely be sashaying over to wrap our paws around that. Head past the break for the full release.

MSI US Announces 2009 Product Lineup

MSI at CES – South Hall 4 # 35638 and at
CES Unveiled in the Venetian Ballroom at the Sands EXPO
Tuesday 1/6 4PM

CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA – January 5, 2009 – MSI Computer, a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, is excited to announce it CES 2009 Product Lineup. MSI will be displaying its newest additions to the Wind Netbook U-Series, the MSI "NetOn" All-in-One line, new G-Series Gaming Notebooks, and the latest versions of E-Series Entertainment Notebooks.

U-Series – Following the highly successful launch of the Wind U100 Netbook in 2008, MSI will be displaying the much anticipated Wind U115 and U120 Netbooks of the first time at CES 2009. The U115, is the world's first netbook capable of simultaneously running SSD and HDD. By implementing the latest in hybrid storage technology, the U115 provides users with a reliable, shock-absorbent, speedy operating environment and boasts a 6-cell 12-hour battery when operating in Eco mode.

Weighing in at just under 3 pounds, the U120 is designed for portability without sacrificing performance. The Wind U120 features Intel® WiMAX Technology or a 3.5G Solution (optional), offering users the ability to connect in more places and work online at faster speeds. The U120's stylish new case is white with black accents, giving it a sleek look that will be appealing to both business travelers and students alike.

Wind NetOn – MSI will display 16", 19" and 22" versions of the new All-In-One Wind NetOn line at CES. The AE1901 model is the world's first All-In-One to be equipped with the Intel® dual-core Atom processor, which improves operational performance and conserves energy. The AE1901's power consumption is only 20% of that of a normal PC (250W). Its super thin appearance, wall-hung design, 16:9 HD display, touch screen and optional wireless connection will make it one of the most talked about products at CES.

G-Series – MSI will also be exhibiting the newest additions to its G-Series Gaming Notebook line at CES. This includes the GT725, GT727, GT627 and GX420 – MSI' first 14" model which features a 16:9 screen. MSI is especially excited to demonstrate GT725 and GT727, the first two models to break the 10,000 point 3Dmark barrier. MSI will also introduce the world to its first eco-friendly Carbon-Fiber Concept Gaming Notebook.

E-Series – MSI will also be launching two new versions of the advanced E-series Notebooks – EX625 and EX623. These new models feature ATI Radeon HD4670 video cards, a subwoofer, Dolby Surround II capabilities, 16:9 cinema-level displays, and Blue-ray optical drives.

[beast @ Jan 5th 2009 5:38PM]

What? If you are going to spout non-sense at least keep it relevant.

On topic: The netbook race seems to be neck and neck so to speak. Just the other day I was leaning towards an Aspire One. I won't be getting a netbook for a few months, but it's nice to always compare the different models and see which one I will get.

[eggothewaffle @ Jan 5th 2009 5:39PM]

lol apple troll fails

[John @ Jan 5th 2009 5:39PM]

looks like you need to simplify your English! man, that was painful to read.

[Silvio @ Jan 5th 2009 5:42PM]

No tablet netbook????

[1234321 @ Jan 5th 2009 5:52PM]

so the technology challenged consumers fail, boo hoo

[HugoZ @ Jan 5th 2009 5:54PM]

lol

[STINK @ Jan 5th 2009 6:00PM]

"Now "i" don't want to come off as sounding Apple cRaZed-"

too late

[Brian @ Jan 5th 2009 6:06PM]

Oh my god.

I think. I think I actually AGREE with iEye this once. He has a point, having only a couple of very different models. Now if apple made GPU change an option, they could have a serious winner for gamers and REAL designers. Hopefully adding a 9800 wouldn't drive the 17" over the $3500 mark...

[aznofazns @ Jan 5th 2009 6:12PM]

I'm guessing MSI means that those two gaming models will be the first of their own laptops to break 10,000 3dmarks... because Clevo did that long ago. With some overclocking and a Core 2 Extreme CPU, even 16,000 has been achieved.

[Chris Meza @ Jan 5th 2009 6:33PM]

thats really moot: because I LOVE having to buy the only brand of something just for the sake of simplicity.....I mean why introduce multifaceted competition when one model could just trounce everything?!

Macs are great, but I would hang myself if it was all I could choose from. The variety is what allows the company to compete in this area where every one knows what they want in a book, and still have baseline in the retail area (wherever that is for MSI, I always have to order their stuff.)

I am so glad they are hitting my chord: I want a powerfull book under 15" and it looks like I will get it with the G series just in time for financial aid payout!

[Mark @ Jan 5th 2009 8:25PM]

I think Asus is ture Netbook leader. While other brand just start thinking about gaming netbook, Asus Done!!!

http://www.bestdealsonar.com/the-first-gaming-netbook-asus-n10j-a2-netbook/

[MarioJP @ Jan 5th 2009 9:12PM]

Macs aren't really that great for gaming. I might get a asus laptop. Let 2009 competition begin.