Asustek Computer at the International Consumer Electronics Show 2008 next week is set to unveil the next generation of its Asus Eee PC, a full-functioning ultra-mobile PC that weighs about 2 lbs.
The company is hosting an event at CES on WiMAX broadband wireless technology with Sprint and Intel at which it plans preview the device. While Asustek hasn't offered much in the way of detail, some Internet reports say that, in addition to the WiMAX support, the latest version of the device will have increased disk space and a 9-inch display, up from the 7-inch screen included with the current Eee PC 4G. Current versions sell for about $400.
The Eee PC has grabbed a lot of buzz in the Blogosphere for its cool factor, though some reviewers complained about the small screen and low storage space, both of which the vendor seems to be addressing.
The event, dubbed "WiMAX Today, WiMAX Tomorrow" is scheduled for Monday, January 7 at 2pm in the Grand Ball Room of the Riviera Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas.
China-based Asustek is one of several vendors jumping on the ultra-mobile bandwagon. OQO has its Model 02, Samsung offers its Q-Series and Sony Electronics touts its UX-Series.
