HP debuts new professional netbook, the Mini 5101

With new netbook announcements slowing down a bit, it’s a lot easier now to stand out as a new netbook than it was a few months ago. With these slower releases we’re starting to see more specialized netbooks targeted at particular markets. The new HP Mini 5101 is a great of example of this.

The 5101 is HP’s new netbook targeted at professionals who want to carry around a small, durable computer. To make the device more durable the 5101 is made of anodized aluminum with a black brushed finish. The bottom and palm rest are finished with magnesium alloy with a rubberized feel that keeps it from slipping out of your hands which can happen on the plastic of other netbooks. The 95 percent sized chiclet-style keyboard is even spill resistant with HP Durakeys to keep them from showing too much wear.