Apple's 9.7-inch Touchscreen Netbook to Debut in October

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After about four months of silence, Apple’s netbook has made it back to the rumour mill. This time, China Times claims that the 9.7-inch touchscreen netbook we’ve heard so many times of, is slated – like Andrew mentioned back in March – for an October release date just in time for the holidays season, which if it’s true, will definitely skyrocket the company’s revenues for the last quarter.

If up until now Quanta Computer was supposed to be in charge with assembling, it looks like the actual Apple netbook will have Foxconn as the main manufacturer, with Wintek providing touch screens and DynaPack other relevant technologies — all three receiving direct orders from Apple.

But since the new Apple tablet keeps away from the standard netbook design we know and considering the fact that it’s going to include a touchscreen display, Apple’s high end device is definitely not in the same price range, either — it’s expected to rope in at $800, hence why the company will not compete with ASUS and Acer directly.

Althought all three manufacturers have officially denied any comments on the story, several Foxconn employes gave positive information regarding a new Apple netbook. Take it with a pinch of salt though … we’ll keep you updated!