A10216 Mantis Cocoon Elevo, now with Modem 3.5 G

To answer the demand of mobile users who need an Internet connection anywhere, is now complete Elevo Mantis Cocoon series with his 3.75 G Modem HSUPA (High-Speed Uplink Packet Access). In this way, users can easily to the Internet without the need to install an external modem is sometimes inconvenient.

Although mentioned as a new series (type A10216), design and facilities of this netbook like the previous model which was not accompanied HSUPA modem. The differences that arise in addition to additional 3G modem is the increased memory capacity to 2GB and 2X capacity batteries (4400 mAh). Both upgrades are obviously very means to improve endurance performance and usage.

To support the daily activities, Mantis Cocoon A10216 facilities equipped with wireless, LAN, and 1.3 megapixel webcam. Bluetooth connection is also available although presented in a separate dongle to be plugged in the USB port to enable it.

Like other netbooks, the device is equipped with operating system Windows XP Home Edition. The price offered was quite competitive in its class. To be more attractive, Elevo distributors also provide 3-year warranty service and spare parts. This offer is certainly attractive than its competitors. However, Elevo must find a way to fight with the first players in attendance.
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If you are looking for Intel Atom based netbook with a fairly complete specification, Cocoon Elevo Mantis of this A10216 become an attractive option. The increase in facilities HSUPA modems, memory, and battery capacity to support the superior points of work activities and the Internet. However, due to still use the CPU Atom N270, this device can not perform except on a few outstanding graphics capabilities, and time use a long netbook.

Source: InfoKomputer

PLUS: good battery life; there HSUPA modem and 2 GB of RAM.

MINUS: Bluetooth dongle needed, weighs 200 grams increased.


SCORING ASSESSMENT
(maximum 5)
Performance: 3.75
Facilities: 4.3
Usage: 3.8
Price: 4
TOTAL SCORE: 3.97


TEST RESULTS
Mantis Cocoon Elevo presents new battery and the RAM is doubled. The results batteries produce more durability than its predecessor (Mantis A10116). But the other test results do not differ much because the processor is still the same carried.


Testing


Mantis Cocoon Elevo

A10216-3, 75G HSUPA

Mantis Cocoon Elevo
A10116
Cinebench R10

17 minutes 30 seconds

18 mins 30 mins
Video encoding

57 minutes 19 seconds

57 minutes 5 seconds
Audio encoding

19 minutes 7 seconds

15 minutes 47 seconds
3DMark 2006

89

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Battery life




Playing HD Video

3 hours 20 minutes 26 seconds

1 hour 46 minutes 26 seconds
Battery Eater

3 hours 01 minutes 41 seconds

1 hour 34 minutes 47 seconds


Specifications ELEVO Mantis Cocoon A10216

Processor: Intel Atom N270 (1.6 GHz, 512 MB cache, 533 MHz FSB)
RAM: 2GB DDR2
Chipset: Intel i945GME
Graphics Card: GMA 950 128MB
Harddisk: Western Digital 160GB HDD
Optical drive: No

Facilities: Wi-Fi b / g, 3.5 G HSUPA modem, LAN, Bluetooth, card reader, USB (3), 1.3 MP webcam, VGA-out, microphone, headphones, and bag netbook.
Screen: 10.1 ", resolution 1024 x 600 pixels
Sound card: Realtek HD audio
Operating System: Windows XP Home Edition
Battery: Li-Ion 4400 mAh
Dimension: 26.5 x19, 6x (3,4-3,7) cm
Weight: 1.4 kg
Warranty: 3 years
Web site: www.elevo.co.id
Price range *: USD 4,988,000

* Indonesia Elevo Technologies, (021) 6231-1235