MSI has announced a new laptop based on Intel’s Huron River platform, called the MSI CR460. The chassis and palm rest areas of the MSI CR460 laptop are protected by color film print with a sophisticated checkerboard pattern.

The MSI CR460 laptop features an Intel 2nd generation Core i5 processor, a 14-inch LED-backlit display with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixel, up to 4GB of DDR3 memory, up to 640GB hard drive, and Intel HD 3000 integrated graphics.

The CR460 is equipped with a DVD writer, HD webcam, Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n WiFi, optional Bluetooth 3.0 and USB 3.0, an SD(SD/SDHC/SDXC) card reader, a HDMI output, and a 6-cell battery. It is pre-loaded with Windows 7 Home Premium OS.

Gallery: MSI CR460

The MSI Wind L1350 high end design is based on an understated presence that still attracts attention. The combination of MSI exclusive Color Film Print technology, flowing silver lines and rippling water design with the calm and subtle Refined Silver, the laid back and graceful Wind Dancer Black or the unique and eye-catching Trendy Blue or Cherry Red give the L1350 out of the ordinary presence.

MSI Wind L1350 has feature a 1.66GHz Intel Atom N450 processor, 10.1 inch, 1024 x 600 pixel displays, 1GB of RAM, 160 or 250GB HDDs, 1024 x 600 LED backlight displays, 1.3MP web cameras, stereo speakers, 802.11n WiFi, three USB ports, VGA outputs, 4-in-1 media card readers, and Windows 7 Starter OS.

MSI Wind U130 and MSI Wind U135 will features an has powered by Intel ATOMTM processor N450 and a new generation single chipset architecture that provides extremely low consumption of 7 watts. These two netbook models are the world’s first two Intel Pine Trail platform netbooks to receive International WiMAX Forum certification. The outer shell is treated with MSI’s exclusive Color Film Print coating over a stylish woven pattern, a 20% larger touch pad for extra comfort, and longer battery life.

MSI Wind U130 and U135 specifications:

• CPU: Intel ATOMTM processor N450 1.66GHz (L2 Cache 512KB)
• Chipset: Intel NM10 Express Chipset
• Main Memory: DDR2 667 support up to 2 GB(1 DIMM slot)
• Graphic system: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
• Display: 10” (1024 x 600) WSVGA LED
  
• Hard Disk: 160 GB / 250 GB (2.5” SATA)
• Webcamera: 1.3MP
• Optical Disc Drive: No
• Wireless Type: 802.11 b/g/n
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth V2.0EDR
• I/O Port: 2 x USB, 1 x VGA, LAN, Headphone
• Card Reader: 4 in 1 (support SD,MMC,MS,MS Pro)
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Starter
• Battery: 3 cells  / 6 cells ( optional)
• Weight: 2.65 pounds with 3 cell battery (1.2 kg)
• Price: £229 and £279 (approximately $368 and $448)