Intel tries to free 'netbook' trademark from Psion

26.02.2009

The netbook category gained steam when Asustek's Eee PC became an overnight sensation with its launch in October 2007. Asus' success caught the attention of PC makers, and netbooks are now offered by top vendors including Hewlett-Packard, Dell, Acer and Lenovo. Shipments of netbooks totaled 10 million in 2008, and could double this year, IDC said.

Psion did not immediately respond to request for comment.