UMID To Introduce a New 4.8" Mini Netbook

Korean company UMID has introduced a new miniscule netbook, equipped with a 4.8-inch 1024 x 600 touchscreen, Intel Atom 1.1Ghz/1.33GHz processors, 512BMB/1GB of RAM, 1.3MP camera, and a microSDHC slot inside. As for connectivity, the new device packs all the latest technologies, including WiBro, WiMAX, HSDPA, WiFi and Bluetooth 2.0, while storage is ranged between 8GB up to 32GB SSD. You get a chance to choose either Windows XP/Vista or Linux system and don’t forget the DMB / DVB-T tuner, also included within this 315g machine. Still, no word on price or availability, but Korean visitors will probably get it first.

Update1: Justek, an Australia-based reseller, has uploaded it for pre-order, priced at AU$1399 ($924). Delivery is scheduled to February 27th.

Update2: February 23rd – UMID M1 gets official, so you can check the Korean website for more details. Meanwhile, take a look at the video after the break.

Update3: a new “all-in-black” edition was spotted in the wild, introducing black chassis, together with a black keyboard. Hit the jump to take a look.

Update4: May 22nd – Apparently, the UMID M1 portable device is finally available for sale worldwide, priced at $659.42 for the Linux model and $765.78, in case you’re after the Windows XP flavor.