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The MSI Wind was a prominent series of netbooks and nettops that arrived in the Philippine market between 2008 and 2009. Ranging from portable 10-inch laptops to all-in-one touchscreen desktops, the Wind lineup offered Atom-powered computing at various price points. We tracked its evolution, from the early U100 netbook to models with built-in 3G and updated designs. Here's a complete look at the MSI Wind series based on our coverage.

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What was the price range of MSI Wind netbooks in the Philippines?

MSI Wind netbook prices varied by model and time. In September 2008, the MSI Wind U90 was priced at Php16,900, while the U100 (with DOS and a 160GB HDD) was Php19,999. By April 2009, the newer MSI Wind U100 Plus had an official retail price of Php22,999, and the 3G-capable MSI Wind U120H was priced at Php27,999.

Did any MSI Wind model have built-in 3G connectivity?

Yes, the MSI Wind U120H, announced in October 2008 and launched in April 2009, was the first MSI netbook with built-in 3.5G (HSDPA) capability. It allowed users to insert a SIM card for mobile broadband connectivity.

What were the desktop or 'nettop' models in the MSI Wind series?

The MSI Wind series included several desktop models. The original MSI Wind PC (or Wind Box) was a mini desktop with an Atom processor, priced at Php14,995 in September 2008. By May 2009, it was refreshed into the MSI Wind Top AE1900, an 18.5-inch touchscreen all-in-one PC expected to be priced under Php30,000.