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The MSI Wind, which we just yesterday learned that it was going to be available in multiple colors, is now available for pre-order. Expansys has listed the Wind, available for pre-order in White, Black or Pink. The official details are listing a 10-inch display with a 1024 x 600 resolution, 1.6GHz Atom processor, 1GB of RAM, 80GB hard drive, built-in 1.3-megapixel webcam, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The Wind will be running Windows XP and also ship with a 3-cell battery and protective carry bag.

The Wind will set you back $609.95, with discounts available, that is if you want to order five or more. Currently there is not any estimated shipping date.

Product [expansys] Via [UMPC Portal]

With an official release date yet to be announced more and more details of the MSI Wind have been leaking out. The latest information puts the Wind even further into the Eee PC group as we have just learned that it will not only be available in white, but MSI has plans for a black and pink model as well.

Each of the three colors will be available in both the 8.9-inch and 10-inch displayed models. In addition to the newly discovered colors, TCMagazine is also reporting that there will be a model that will offer up to 7-hours of battery life, now that is high-capacity, lets just hope it does not add a ton of extra weight to go along with the power. Other newly released details include the webcam being 1.3-megapixels and the notebook will also have an second (empty) RAM slot available for easier upgrading. The Wind, which is still expected to be available later this quarter is expected to range in price from 299 to 699 Euros (about $460 to $1,077 US).

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Dell has just added what they are calling a new “Spring” color for their XPS M1330 and M1530 notebooks, and what would seem to be perfect timing to potentially grab some Mothers Day sales; Flamingo Pink. According to Dell, “It was an easy decision” to add the new pink color because “while customers appreciate the sleek, no-nonsense XPS look, they also wanted a wider variety in color options.” In addition to the new pink, the M1330 and M1530 will still be available in the previous Midnight Blue, Tuxedo Black or Product (RED). With so many new tech items becoming available in a shade on pink, its almost become a standard color now.

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Two new colors for the Creative ZEN have recently begun to show up online. Wal-Mart currently has a new pink color, while Buy.com is listing a red colored model, and while they are still not listed on the official Creative site the pink model is listed as in-stock at Wal-Mart, the red model from Buy.com is temporarily sold out.

The newly colored pink ZEN is listed as a Wal-Mart exclusive and is the 2GB model which retails for $69.98. The Buy.com red model is the 4GB model and is retailing for $98.24. Aside from the new coloring they will retain the same features which include a 2.5-inch display with a 320 x 240 resolution, FM radio, microSD card slot for additional storage and they offer support for a wide variety of audio and video formats. Looks like a good time to drop the pink and red, after all Mothers Day is just around the corner now.

Via [SlashGear]

AT&T has just announced two newly colored and very pastel handsets, the Nokia 6085 in pink and the MOTORAZR V3xx in lavender. Both clamshell styled phones had been previously carried by AT&T these are simply some new (and bright) color additions. The Nokia 6085 will be a free phone after rebates and the MOTORAZR will set you back $129.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate, both phones do require a two-year agreement to get that pricing.

While pink and purple (lavender) certainly would not be my first choice, its nice to see such a wide variety of phones becoming available in so many color choices. My question is; are there any people buying their phone based more on the available colors as opposed to the model? I would venture to say yes.

Via [IntoMobile]

Palm Centro fans currently have a very nice option to consider. An offer to get a free Palm Centro; free as in $0 dollars and the offer is available from Wirefly.

As you imagine there are a few requirements in order to get that free Centro. First off the the offer is only valid on the black or pink model, so if you had your heart set on the red this may not be for you. Second up is a two-year commitment, but they have plans that start as low as $29.99 a month.

Overall not a bad deal considering the Centro normally goes for $99.99 after a mail-in-rebate, this offer has no mail-in-rebate and they even include free shipping. Basically $0 dollars out of pocket, well that is until your first monthly statement comes, but you cannot expect to get everything for free.

Offer [Wirefly] Via [Crave]

Lately is seems like every hot smartphone is going pink, just recently we saw the Centro change color, now Verizon becomes the latest with their pink Blackberry Pearl 8130. This one however does not come as much of a surprise, we all knew it was coming, but now its officially available. If the pink Pearl is for you go ahead and grab yours for $149.99, along with a 2-year agreement.

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In typical Valentines Day anticipation we are beginning to see a whole range of pink gadgets coming. The latest addition comes from Verizon in the form of the Blackberry Pearl 8130. The specs will be the same as the regular silver 8130 which includes Broadband Access Connect, built-in GPS, 2-megapixel camera with flash, video capture, microSD storage and Bluetooth.

The Pink 8130 is not officially for sale yet, currently its just listed on their upcoming handsets page, however the rumored date is January 28.

Product [Verizon] Via [PhoneMag]

It first turned up just a few weeks back, and although it was based entirely on rumor at that point it seemed to have a pretty legit image to go along with the story, it turns out this one was true.

Palm has officially added the Pink Centro to their site. It will keep the familiar $99.99 price tag and is currently available at the usual locations to include the online Palm Store, online Sprint Store or a local Sprint or Palm retail location.

The specs will remain the same as the previous red and black models. Now with three colors available, we have to wonder whether or not we will be seeing any more in the future.

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Is Palm getting ready to introduce a pink Centro? Well based on the image it looks legit, and we already have a red model so pink would not be that far off.

Of course as with all leaked images only time will tell just how real it will be. Supposed launch dates place this model as being available anywhere from early January to mid-February. No information has been announced from Palm, and until then its strictly rumor.

Via [Gadgets On The Go]