Samsung Netbook Offers Full-sized Keyboard

I guess this all depends on your definition of “full-sized”, but according to Samsung their N120 netbook will have a keyboard meeting that definition. The device sticks with the relatively standard 10.1-inch display found on many netbooks, but the company says that they keyboard is the same size as a 12.1-inch notebook. Considering that many netbooks offer 93%-95%-sized keyboards, the extra 5%-7% might come in a slightly larger device. I’m thinking the bezel around the screen might be larger than the current Samsung netbooks, but that’s simply a guess.

SlashGear says that aside from the big-boy keys, not much else is changed from prior offerings and that’s a good thing. Weight is estimated at 1.28-kilograms with a 6-cell battery. That power-pack is expected to keep you running for 10.5 hours as well. Samsung is light on specifics for the CPU, but does state that it’s an Intel Atom solution running on Microsoft (MSFT) XP Home Edition. Also known at this time: 1.3-megapixel camera, three USB ports, integrated Bluetooth 2.0 +EDR, a memory card reader, two 1.5W stereo speakers and dedicated sub-woofer. Watch for product availability next month.

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