Everex unveils CloudBook Max with built-in WiMAX

Everex today unveiled the CloudBook Max, an update to its ultraportable that adds, among other things, WiMAX compatibility for Sprint's XOHMwireless network. The new CloudBook Max features a 8.9-inch screen, displaying at a resolution of 1024 by 600, and is powered by a VIA C7-M ULV processor at 1.6GHz. A VIA VX800 IGP chipset provides video playback and acceleration. Everex estimates it will release the CloudBook Max in a year.

In addition to WiMAX, the CloudBook Max supports 802.11b/g, Bluetooth, and features an integrated GPS receiver. Everex includes a dual 2-megapixel webcam, S-Video, audio in/out ports, 2GB of RAM, and an 80GB hard drive. The CloudBook Max will use Microsoft Windows Vista for its operating system.