If you are not really satisfied with Atom-powered nettop, this ION barebone PC may be what you want. AOpen Japan has just launched the new XC Mini GP7A-HD mini barebone PC that supports Intel’s Core 2 Duo Penryn processor and up to 4GB of memory. The GP7A-HD is equipped with NVIDIA ION graphics and offers VGA and HDMI output. It has integrated DVD burner and room for a a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive. You can also find two mini PC Express card slot for expansion. There are also 6-in-1 card reader, onboard audio, eSATA port and six USB ports. As AOpen is packing Core 2 Duo

Do you happen to have tons of data to back up but have yet to get about it? The Asus TS Mini NAS would come in handy then, as this Windows Home Server-powered machine that run son an Intel Atom N280 1.66GHz processor has enough firepower to back up to ten computers while serving up all relevant files of your choice. A couple of 3.5″ bays make room for 2TB of storage space, while connectivity options include a singular Gigabit Ethernet port and half a dozen USB 2.0 ports. No idea on pricing, but any takers?

Addonics has rolled out the world’s smallest Network Attached Storage (NAS) for the mass market called the Mini NAS. Measuring only 155mm x 95mm x 30mm, this Mini NAS is equipped with a 2.5-inch SATA drive bay that can house either a solid state drive (SSD) or hard drive (HDD), a USB port and 10/100Mbps Ethernet connection. The device also supports for SMB (Server Message Block), open source Samba, iTunes music sharing, FTP access (up to 8 simultaneous users) and a BitTorrent client. The Addonics Mini NAS sells for $69. [Addonics]

Although small, the VOT550 mini computer from ViewSonic is powerful. It is powered by a 2.2Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo T6600 processor with a 4GB of RAM, a 500GB HDD, a built-in Blu-Ray drive, and Microsoft Windows 7. The ViewSonic VOT550 comes in a sleek piano black casing that will look great alongside the majority of LCD or plasma TVs. This Mac Mini alternative also supports a total of six USB 2.0 ports (two at the front and four at the rear), and an S/PDIF port to connect with your AV receiver. In addition, there is also a Kensington lock that provides an optimum physical

Asus has introduced their latest Home Server which is targeted towards modern home and small office users. Dubbed as the TS Mini, the device is equipped with an Intel Atom N280 1.66GHz processor, up to 2GB RAM, an optional 500GB or 2TB hard drive, six USB 2.0 ports, two eSATA ports, Gigabit Ethernet and runs on Windows Home Server OS. Other advanced features include the ability to automatically back up data from up to 10 computers (daily) and stream photos, music, video and other digital content to various devices including TVs, computers, Media PCs, and gaming consoles. The

Don’t let the small size fool you, the VOT550 mini computer from ViewSonic is a powerful and sleek machine, powered by a 2.2Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo T6600 processor with 4GB of RAM, a 500GB HDD, built-in Blu-Ray drive, and Microsoft Windows 7. Aside from being small, the ViewSonic VOT550 comes in a piano black casing that’s sure to go well with your other gear. It also provides six USB 2.0 ports and an S/PDIF port for your AV receiver. For added security there’s also a Kensington lock. The ViewSonic VOT550 mini PC will run you $949. [Techfresh]

LG has announced a new series of external HDDs for the South Korean market, the XD5 Mini. Designed specifically for use with netbooks, this 2.5-inch drive is available in 320GB and 500GB sizes and supports SATA-II interface for a faster and efficient data transfer. The XD5 Mini will be sold for $86 (320GB) and $120 (500GB), respectively.

Stealth introduces a new LittlePC, the LPC-395F fanless mini PC. Based on Atom processor, the LPC-395F has a rugged aluminum light-weight chassis. It has front loaded removable media slots for both Hard Drive and Compact Flash cards. Stealth LPC-395F is boosted by Intel’s 1.6GHz Atom N270 processor, up to 2GB of memory, and built-in GMA 950 graphics. It has rooms for a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive and a CompactFlash memory card. The mini PC has dual Gigabit Ethernet ports and optional WiFi 802.11g module. SSD drives are available as options. The Stealth LPC-395F fanless PC

The Alcatel One Touch Mini is rolling out in Spain, aimed at Spanish youth. And so the phones are affordable and feature packed and bright. The One Touch Mini features a 2.4 inch touch screen that displays a widgets bar, a 1.3 megapixel camera, FM and Bluetooth. It comes in attractive colors with a cool QWERTY keypad. The Alcatel One Touch Mini will be cost just 60 Euros (or $89). [New Launches]

Minox introduces the new NV mini II compact night vision device that is barely larger than a lipstick. The device is so small that it can even be used as your keychain. NV mini II is equipped with infrared illumincator and it’s optical system provides a 2x magnification. The infrared light source that is not perceived by the human eye enables perfect vision in complete darkness – in the forest, for example, or on a moonless night. [photographyblog]