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Symbian Breaks Open, Likely Show Up On Netbooks Very Soon21:41 13/02/2010, shailpik, announcement, netbook news, open source, symbian, tablet, NetBook

2010-03-01T18:33:00.000-08:00

Symbian Breaks Open, Likely Show Up On Netbooks Very Soon21:41 13/02/2010, shailpik, announcement, Netbook news, open source, Symbian, tablet, Netbook Expert
Symbian Foundation recently announced that Symbian has officially gone open source. That means it is now legal and free to download and tinker with Symbian’s code and release your own version with your own branding or whatever the developers want to do. Symbian has already been shown to be running in several different hardwares through [...]

Cheap Samsung NC10-13GB 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook18:09 13/02/2010, Review_Guy, buy nc10-13gb, by prices, cheap price samsung nc10-13gb, cheap samsung nc1

2010-03-01T18:06:00.000-08:00

Cheap Samsung NC10-13GB 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook18:09 13/02/2010, Review_Guy, buy nc10-13gb, by prices, cheap price Samsung nc10-13gb, cheap Samsung nc10-13gb, Samsung, Samsung nc10-13gb, Samsung nc10-13gb review, under $400, up to 6 hours of battery life, Netbook Reviews Zone
it is my favorite computer purchase (I have 6 in my house at the moment). A well deserved 5 stars. They simply got it right with this system.

Compaq Airlife 10004:46 13/02/2010, Jonas, airlife, airlife 100, arm, arm processor, compaq, google android, processors, smartbook, Netbookfreaks

2010-03-01T17:39:00.000-08:00

Compaq Airlife 10004:46 13/02/2010, Jonas, airlife, airlife 100, arm, arm processor, Compaq, google Android, processors, smartbook, Netbookfreaks
With the cookie cuter sameness of Netbooks, when something, make that anything, comes out that doesn’t run Windows XP, or Starter Edition, powered by an Atom N270 (or more recently N450), it definitely makes a splash and gets us to pay attention. The Compaq Airlife 100 does break the usual mold. The 10″ LCD display, and [...]

Samsung N150 adds new colors with a catch23:52 12/02/2010, Chris Guthrie, netbook news, samsung n150, Netbook Reviews

2010-03-01T17:08:00.000-08:00

Samsung N150 adds new colors with a catch23:52 12/02/2010, Chris Guthrie, Netbook news, Samsung n150, Netbook Reviews
Samsung just updated the N150 with 3 new colors including: Caribbean Yellow, Bermuda Blue and Flamingo Pink. Normally new colors don't offer a catch, but sadly in this case they do in the form of a $10 price increase.

My opinion? Stick with Blue, Black, Red or Black Matte and save $10.

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Jolicloud updates compatibility with Pinetrail netbooks21:40 12/02/2010, Chris Guthrie, jolicloud, netbook news, Netbook Reviews

2010-03-01T16:31:00.000-08:00

Jolicloud updates compatibility with Pinetrail Netbooks21:40 12/02/2010, Chris Guthrie, jolicloud, Netbook news, Netbook Reviews
I met up with a couple members of the Jolicloud team while I was at CES and one of the follow up questions I asked them after the event was, "When will we see support for the new Netbooks using Intel Atom Pinetrail processors?" They told me 'soon' and sure enough a few weeks later the update is now live. For those of you that haven't tested out the Jolicloud OS yet I suggest you give it a go. For those of you not rocking a brand new Netbook using Pinetrail be sure to check out the compatibility chart first to make sure your Netbook will work with Jolicloud before you get too excited (odds are it will).

I'm interested in seeing how many people are using the Jolicloud OS on their Netbook so feel free to respond to the poll posted below:

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.
If you're already using Jolicloud on your Netbook simply go to 'My Jolicloud' and click the 'Update All' button and then reboot your machine.

Here you can find cheap Netbooks for under $300 using the new Intel Atom N450 Pinetrail processor. Or just be on the lookout for any Netbook deals posts I share. I usually write them late Friday or early Saturday.

Nvidia ION 2 will benefit netbooks too21:17 12/02/2010, Chris Guthrie, netbook news, nvidia ion 2, Netbook Reviews

2010-03-01T16:04:00.000-08:00

NVIDIA ION 2 will benefit Netbooks too21:17 12/02/2010, Chris Guthrie, Netbook news, NVIDIA ION 2, Netbook Reviews
Nvidia is releasing a follow up to NVIDIA ION with Nvidia Optimus Technology built in. The major upgrade here being switchable graphics that are done on the fly. The benefit of this is that now you can play Crysis and watch HD Flash video like before, but when you're back to just composing emails and updating Facebook your battery life will be greatly improved. This is because the technology built in will be able to determine if the graphics can be rendered via the integrated GPU or if it will need to rely on the discrete Ion GPU.

At first this announcement didn't mention anything about Nvidia Optimus Technology coming to Netbooks so I ignored it, but I just read another official update from Nvidia announcing the technology is now making it's way to Netbooks as well. Hooray!

Samsung to deliver one of the first Chrome OS Netbooks19:21 12/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-03-01T15:37:00.000-08:00

Samsung to deliver one of the first Chrome OS Netbooks19:21 12/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Samsung lets loose with the news that they'll be delivering a Chrome OS based Netbook in 2010

Samsung NB3017:45 12/02/2010, M@, news, samsung, New Netbook Reviews

2010-03-01T15:10:00.000-08:00

Samsung NB3017:45 12/02/2010, M@, news, Samsung, New Netbook Reviews
The Samsung NB30 is Samsung’s new Netbook featuring the N450 processor. What makes this Netbook different from all the rest is that it’s durable, and we mean really durable. You’ll notice the rubberized coating on the lid which will help resist cracks, dings (and fingerprints) and the hard drive has a drop sensor which parks the heads so that it can withstand falls of up to 30″.

Another interesting item to note is that the keyboard can withstand spills of up to 50cc of liquid on the keyboard (a glass of water). So if you have a problem with dropping your Netbook 3 feet or so and like to spill coffee on the keyboard while you’re typing the NB30 is what you need. Here are the full specs:

Processor: 1.66GHz Intel Atom N450
Intel GMA 3150 graphics
Display: 10.1″ 1024 x 600
Memory: 1GB (up to 2)
HD: 160GB
3 x usb
VGA out
802.11 b/g/n wifi
Windows 7 starter
6 cell battery (6-7 hours)
Here’s a few action shots:

The price of $379 is pretty reasonable considering the extras, and it’s still on pre-order from Amazon but should start shipping shortly.

HiVision’s PWS700A $100 Netbook Gets Video Review12:29 12/02/2010, shailpik, $100, android, hivision, netbook industry, netbook news, pws700a, NetBook

2010-03-01T14:43:00.000-08:00

HiVision’s PWS700A $100 Netbook Gets Video Review12:29 12/02/2010, shailpik, $100, Android, hivision, Netbook industry, Netbook news, pws700a, Netbook Expert
Like it or not, Google’s mobile OS Android has become the magic ingredient that makes cheap Netbooks a reality. And I am not talking about $200 cheap. I am talking about $100 cheap or lower, in fact. This might not sound believable at first because we have reported $100 Netbooks before and those have been [...]

Ultrathin CULV PC04:54 12/02/2010, Jonas, acer, culv, netbooks, processors, thin, Netbookfreaks

2010-03-01T11:37:00.000-08:00

Ultrathin CULV PC04:54 12/02/2010, Jonas, acer, culv, Netbooks, processors, thin, Netbookfreaks
Last year, the CULV chips started a new category of laptop. These chips offered adequate power, but allowed the notebook to be made thin, and in turn light, that gave more traditional Netbooks a run for their money. Acer is apparently not resting on their laurels. It is anticipated that there will be some new CULV [...]

Intel delivers a netbook app store03:57 12/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-03-01T11:10:00.000-08:00

Intel delivers a Netbook app store03:57 12/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
The app store bug bites Intel as they seek to become a one-stop shop for Netbook users with their AppUp store.

Jolicloud supports Pine Trail Netbooks03:42 12/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-03-01T10:42:00.000-08:00

Jolicloud supports Pine Trail Netbooks03:42 12/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
The latest update to Netbook operating system Jolicloud supports the latest Pine View processors

Visual Land: 15% off for Visual Land VL76022:00 11/02/2010, admin, deals, netbooks, Netbook Lounge

2010-03-01T10:15:00.000-08:00

Visual Land: 15% off for Visual Land VL76022:00 11/02/2010, admin, deals, Netbooks, Netbook Lounge

Visual Land has the follow new discounts on Visual Land VL760 Windows CE 5.0 – Built-in WiFi is now selling at online stores for $169.00.

Google Planning To Add Multitouch To Chrome OS [?]12:17 11/02/2010, shailpik, chrome os, google, multitouch, netbook industry, netbook news, rumors, t

2010-03-01T09:48:00.000-08:00

Google Planning To Add Multitouch To Chrome OS [?]12:17 11/02/2010, shailpik, chrome os, google, multitouch, Netbook industry, Netbook news, rumors, tablet, Netbook Expert
There has always been speculations about Chrome OS coming on tablets in multitouch versions and by now it is the logical thing for Google to do if they want to stay relevant. The rumor about a Google tablet was floated along with the claim that HTC will be making it. Now it seems like Google [...]

MSI: 11% off on MSI U10011:20 11/02/2010, admin, deals, netbooks, Netbook Lounge

2010-03-01T06:24:00.000-08:00

MSI: 11% off on MSI U10011:20 11/02/2010, admin, deals, Netbooks, Netbook Lounge

MSI has came up with new special discounts on MSI U100. Before MSI U100 Windows XP Home, 3 Cell battery (3 Hour battery life) Depending on configuration and Usage was available for purchase at online shops for $299.99 w/ Free shipping.

2010-03-01T05:57:00.000-08:00

Lenovo IdeaPad U150 11.6-inch Laptop Review[Video]10:26 11/02/2010, makyol, 11.6" Netbook, ideapad u150 review, Lenovo, Lenovo ideap pad u150 laptop, Lenovo ideapad s series, Lenovo ideapad u150, Lenovo ideapad u150 11.6-inch, Lenovo ideapad u150 review, Netbook brands, Netbook news, Netbook reviews, where to buy Lenovo ideapad u150, My Netbook World

Lenovo IdeaPad U150 Specs
1.2GHz Intel Celeron SU2300 Processor
2GB 204 Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM Memory
160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM); 802.11 b/g
11.6″ 1366×768 LED Display (16:9); Intel GMA 4500MHD Graphics
Windows 7 Home Premium
Processor: 1.5 hertz
Memory Slots: 2
Hard Drive -Size: 150 GB – Manufacturer: sata – Speed: 5400.0 rpm
Size (LWH): 7.5 inches, 11.4 inches, 1.35 inches
Weight: 3.31 pounds
Rated Charge (normal use): 7.0 hours
It is also available on Amazon: Lenovo U150 11.6-Inch

UMID mbook BZ04:43 11/02/2010, Jonas, intel atom, mbook, netbook, netbooks, processors, umid, Netbookfreaks

2010-03-01T05:30:00.000-08:00

UMID mbook BZ04:43 11/02/2010, Jonas, intel Atom, mbook, Netbook, Netbooks, processors, umid, Netbookfreaks
Portable devices constantly have to balance portability and power. While we all want the most powerful and functional devices, chances are that the one that fits into our pocket will be the one we use most as we can take it with us. If you have been on the hunt for a Netbook that will [...]

Netbook Review: Nokia Booklet 3G Review03:41 11/02/2010, makyol, 1366x768 netbooks, booklet 3g, booklet 3g netbook, netbook reviews, nokia, nokia book

2010-03-01T05:03:00.000-08:00

Netbook Review: Nokia Booklet 3G Review03:41 11/02/2010, makyol, 1366x768 Netbooks, booklet 3g, booklet 3g Netbook, Netbook reviews, nokia, nokia booklet 3g, nokia booklet 3g Netbook, nokia booklet 3g Netbook review, nokia booklet 3g review, My Netbook World
Cellphone manufacturer Nokia is rising into the Netbook market with its freshly declared Booklet 3G Netbook, offering a premium-feeling system for a reduced price, as long as you agree to a two-year AT&T mobile data undertake.

The Booklet 3G is easily among the most upscale-looking Netbooks we have seen. It experiences solid and well-built in your hands, without being too heavy. Also a good sign: the AT&T mobile broadband service connects automatically, and the process was wonderfully transparent, particularly compared with the software setup and manual log-ins required by other mobile broadband laptops. On the down side, the slower Intel Atom Z530 CPU shaves just enough performance off of the already pokey Netbook experience to be frustrating.

With a two-year AT&T contract, the Booklet 3G costs $299, and its excellent design and build quality puts it miles ahead of other $299 Netbooks. However keep in mind that you’re then tied to a monthly fee–usually around $60–for data. The Booklet is also available sans contract for $599, however that’s both largely pointless and way overpriced.

The Booklet 3G is easily one of the most upscale-looking Netbooks we’ve seen. It experiences solid and well-built in your hands, without being too heavy. The screen hinge in particular experiences pleasingly tight, while the slightly too thick keyboard tray has zero flex even when pressing down firmly on the keyboard. While color options (for the back of the lid) include black, white, and blue, our black test unit’s lid seemed particularly smudge-prone.

Different than the gently tapered sides of many other Netbooks, designed to create the illusion of slimness, the Booklet has sharp, angled edges. True to the name, there is a booklike squareness to it. The inside is devoid of quick launch or shortcut keys, and even the power button is relegated to the right side edge, next to a tiny hatch covering SD and SIM card slots.

Unfortunately, the keyboard itself is cramped, with tiny keys that are hard to hit accurately. Conceiving the strides other Netbooks have made with creating very usable keyboards, it was a letdown. The touch pad is large and easy to use, even though we’d to crank up the pointer speed in the Windows 7 options.

The 10.1-inch display has the higher 1,366×768-pixel resolution found on many high-end Netbooks, and a single sheet of glass covers the screen and much of the screen bezel, however there’s still a separate outer lip, so it is not what we call edge-to-edge.

Besides the AT&T mobile broadband (which makes use of a built-in SIM card slot), the option to manually join local Wi-Fi networks is also available. Our review unit lacked the last versions of the Nokia and Ovi networking and connectivity software, however we did fine with Windows 7’s built-in versions.

Despite an excellent design and well-integrated mobile broadband, the Booklet 3G hits a rough patch as an actual Netbook. Using the slower Z530 version of Intel’s Atom CPU (instead of the more common N270 or N280 versions) means that performance was generally sluggish, particularly with only 1GB of RAM and a slower 4,200rpm hard drive.

Opening windows and navigating around the Windows 7 environment led to some stuttering and slowdown. Even something as simple as running multiple Web browser windows and a Microsoft Office doc at the same time slowed the system much in our anecdotal hands-on testing. In our benchmark tests, scores were behind Netbooks with the faster N270 and N280 Atom processors in most of our tests. It is a shame because a zippier Booklet 3G would be hard to beat as one of our favorite Netbooks.

The Nokia Booklet 3G ran for 7 hours and 14 minutes on our video playback battery life drain test, using the included 16-cell battery life (however the real Wh rating is closer to a typical 6-cell battery life). That’s among the best scores we’ve seen, even from systems with gigantic extended batteries, so it is particularly impressive that the Booklet managed to do it without a battery life that looks like a big kickstand or carrying handle.

HP Mini 210 new deal00:40 11/02/2010, admin, deals, netbooks, Netbook Lounge

2010-03-01T04:36:00.000-08:00

HP Mini 210 new deal00:40 11/02/2010, admin, deals, Netbooks, Netbook Lounge

HP Mini 210 1GB DDR2 System Memory (1 DIMM) is available now at online shops for $374.97. Hewlett-Packard lowered its price by 23% from $491.00. Free shipping with purchase.

Notion Ink Adam tablet pc00:05 11/02/2010, M@, news, New Netbook Reviews

2010-03-01T04:09:00.000-08:00

Notion Ink Adam tablet pc00:05 11/02/2010, M@, news, New Netbook Reviews
The Notion Ink Adam tablet pc was announced at CES, and has created alot of buzz since then. Here’s a mockup of what the Adam might look like running the Rainmeter cms:

Here’s what we do know, it runs on Google’s Android OS and uses the Nvidia Tegra (2?)chipset. It also features Pixel Qi’s innovative low power display for longer battery life.

Will it be an iPad killer? The comparisons say “yes”; with the Pixel Qi display and Nvidia Tegra chipset the Notion Adam tablet will last 2x to 3x as long as the iPad with the same battery. Also the Tegra allows for HD video out, compared to the iPad’s 480p component out.

It will be very interesting to see the final price and release date for this one, and what it can do in real life testing.

Here’s a hands on:

via slashgear

Asus to reveal “killer product” in June20:23 10/02/2010, M@, news, nvidia tegra 2, New Netbook Reviews

2010-03-01T03:42:00.000-08:00

Asus to reveal “killer product” in June20:23 10/02/2010, M@, news, nvidia tegra 2, New Netbook Reviews
It looks like our earlier info leak back in January was correct because Asus Chairman Jonney Shih has just said that the company is preparing a “killer product” to launch in June, probably during the Computex show in Taiwan. He doesn’t give any more details but the rumor is it’s their tablet device (the Eee Pad) that is will sport the Nvidia Tegra 2 chipset and possibly run on the Google Android OS.

The Eee Pad was first spotted at CES 2010 although no specs were detailed. It was simply referred to as the “Asus Tablet Concept” along with a placeholder saying that it is powered by a Nvidia Tegra chip. The news came as Asus announced it will be spinning off its Pegatron manufacturing arm. The device is said to be manufactured by Pegatron and be launched at a sub-$500 price point. If true, the Apple iPad may have even more competition in the second half of this year.

Here’s a look at the tablet at CES:

via slashgear

Is the Future of the Netbook to be a Tablet?19:57 10/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-03-01T03:15:00.000-08:00

Is the Future of the Netbook to be a Tablet?19:57 10/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Asus push the Netbook envelope with a new tablet expected for release at Computex. Is the future of the Netbook to be a tablet?

Netbook deals18:05 10/02/2010, M@, news, New Netbook Reviews

2010-03-01T02:48:00.000-08:00

Netbook deals18:05 10/02/2010, M@, news, New Netbook Reviews
With the new wave of Netbooks coming out featuring the new N450 processor comes good news for the “old” Netbooks; they’re alot cheaper. And if you look at the N450 processor it has no real advantages over the N270 and N280 except for a little longer battery life.

So if you’re looking for a new Netbook and want to save some money here are some great deals:

HP Mini 110: 10.1″ screen, 1.66 GHz Atom N270 processor, Windows XP, 3G mobile broadband, 6 cell battery, 160GB hd, b/g wifi, HP recertified- $235.00 at ecost

Gateway LT2023u: 10.1″ screen, 1.66 GHz Atom N270 processor, Windows XP, 6 cell battery, 160GB hd, b/g wifi- $270 at Amazon

Lenovo S10-2: 10.1″ screen, 1.66 GHz Atom N270 processor, Windows 7, 3 cell battery, 160GB hd, b/g wifi- $279 at Amazon

5% off for Acer Aspire One AOD15014:00 10/02/2010, admin, deals, netbooks, Netbook Lounge

2010-03-01T02:18:00.000-08:00

5% off for Acer Aspire One AOD15014:00 10/02/2010, admin, deals, Netbooks, Netbook Lounge

Acer has Acer Aspire One AOD150 3 Cell battery (2.5 hour battery life), 2.6lbs total weight for $339.51. The list price at online stores was $357.99.

HP Tablet Gets Video Demo12:26 10/02/2010, shailpik, hp, slate, tablet, touchscreen, windows 7, NetBook Expert

2010-03-01T00:16:00.000-08:00

HP Tablet Gets Video Demo12:26 10/02/2010, shailpik, hp, slate, tablet, touchscreen, < href="http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/">Windows 7
, Netbook Expert
HP managed to slip in a video demo of their upcoming tablet right before the Apple iPad announcement. This tablet is much closer to a touchscreen Netbook without a physical keyboard than the iPad and it might shape up to be a real competitor for the iPad at the basic hardware level. They do not [...]

Pioneer Dreambook Lite05:00 10/02/2010, Jonas, 7, arm, dreambook, netbooks, pioneer, processors, uncategorized, Netbookfreaks

2010-02-28T23:49:00.000-08:00

Pioneer Dreambook Lite05:00 10/02/2010, Jonas, 7, arm, dreambook, Netbooks, pioneer, processors, uncategorized, Netbookfreaks
Remember when Netbooks were small, portable devices that were cheap? Somewhere along the way they morphed into ultraportable notebooks. Pioneer is making a device that gets back to the roots of what a Netbook should be. Here are some specs: Samsung ARM 533 MHz processor 7″ display, 800 x 480 Windows CE OS 5.0 128 mb RAM 2 GB storage WiFi [...]

HP Mini 1135CA 10.1 with 160 GB for $249.0003:20 10/02/2010, admin, deals, netbooks, Netbook Lounge

2010-02-28T23:22:00.000-08:00

HP Mini 1135CA 10.1 with 160 GB for $249.0003:20 10/02/2010, admin, deals, Netbooks, Netbook Lounge

Hewlett-Packard is offering new offer HP Mini 1135CA 10.1 160 GB is now selling at online stores for $249.00 w/ Free shipping.

LG X20 Spotted ON FCC, Looks Fancy01:16 10/02/2010, shailpik, 250gb hdd, 2gb ram, fcc, lg, netbook news, x20, x200, xb200, xv200, NetBook Expert

2010-02-28T22:31:00.000-08:00

LG X20 Spotted ON FCC, Looks Fancy01:16 10/02/2010, shailpik, 250gb hdd, 2gb ram, fcc, lg, Netbook news, x20, x200, xb200, xv200, Netbook Expert
LG X20 was last seen in this year’s CES at Las Vegas this January. The world had pretty much forgotten about the Netbook till it was again recently spotted passing through the FCC’s mandatory approval process. Being from LG, this Netbook pays attention to the way it looks. The lines are much cleaner and the [...]

Dell announces the Inspiron Mini 1023:56 09/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T21:44:00.000-08:00

Dell announces the Inspiron Mini 1023:56 09/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Dell’s hot-selling Inspiron Mini 10 Netbook is getting better with a fresh new look and longer battery life to go along with a speed bump.

Toshiba has new offer – Toshiba Mini NB20516:40 09/02/2010, admin, deals, netbooks, Netbook Lounge

2010-02-28T20:56:00.000-08:00

Toshiba has new offer – Toshiba Mini NB20516:40 09/02/2010, admin, deals, Netbooks, Netbook Lounge

You save 17% at Toshiba Mini NB205 1GB DDR2 533MHz Memory.

MSI Releases Wind U135 Model To Celebrate Sales12:07 09/02/2010, shailpik, atom, intel, msi, netbook news, netbook prices, pine trail, u135, wind, Net

2010-02-28T20:09:00.000-08:00

MSI Releases Wind U135 Model To Celebrate Sales12:07 09/02/2010, shailpik, Atom, intel, MSI, Netbook news, Netbook prices, pine trail, u135, wind, Netbook Expert
MSI must be pretty chuffed with themselves for making the Wind line of Netbooks. They are mostly known as a component manufacturer before they came out with the Wind to ride on the big Netbook wave of the last two years. The Wind has been pretty successful and has sold millions. This has caused MSI [...]

HP 2133 with Pre-installed with Windows Vista Business; trial versions of Microsoft Office 2007 and Norton Internet Security, 4.5 hour battery life fo

2010-02-28T19:22:00.000-08:00

HP 2133 with Pre-installed with Windows Vista Business; trial versions of Microsoft Office 2007 and Norton Internet Security, 4.5 hour battery life for $411.9906:00 09/02/2010, admin, deals, Netbooks, Netbook Lounge

HP 2133 Pre-installed with Windows Vista Business; trial versions of Microsoft Office 2007 and Norton Internet Security, 4.5 hour battery life is available now at online stores for $411.99. Hewlett-Packard lowered its price by 50% from $829.99.

ExoPC Caught On Tape04:40 09/02/2010, Jonas, exopc, netbooks, tablet, tablet pc, windows, windows 7, Netbookfreaks

2010-02-28T18:35:00.000-08:00

ExoPC Caught On Tape04:40 09/02/2010, Jonas, exopc, Netbooks, tablet, tablet pc, windows, Windows 7, Netbookfreaks
This is a short video of the ExoPC doing its tablet thing caught on video. I like the speed that I am seeing, and how easy it looks for this thing to control. On top of that, notice how they keep showing this on the side, and the USB ports being exposed. [...]

The Netbook Sites You Need to Know01:13 09/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T17:48:00.000-08:00

The Netbook Sites You Need to Know01:13 09/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
When I look for what's happening in the Netbook scene these are the places I look.

X2 iTablet12:36 08/02/2010, Jonas, ipad, itablet, tablet, tablet pc, windows, x2, Netbookfreaks

2010-02-28T17:01:00.000-08:00

X2 iTablet12:36 08/02/2010, Jonas, iPad, itablet, tablet, tablet pc, windows, x2, Netbookfreaks
Apple may have chosen the iPad name for their upcoming tablet device, however, the iTablet name is not quite dead. It looks like British firm X2 will be using the name for a not yet released… if you guessed tablet, you’re right. The iTablet will be everything the iPad is not. From the Windows operating system, [...]

Netbook price creep could kill the category22:05 07/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T16:07:00.000-08:00

Netbook price creep could kill the category22:05 07/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
As Netbook features improve, is the category doomed to die as prices also rise?

22% off for HP 2140 Mini22:00 07/02/2010, admin, deals, netbooks, Netbook Lounge

2010-02-28T15:20:00.000-08:00

22% off for HP 2140 Mini22:00 07/02/2010, admin, deals, Netbooks, Netbook Lounge

Hewlett-Packard has the follow new discounts on HP 2140 Mini 1 is now available at online shops for $349.99.

Samsung NC10 for a low $284.9911:20 07/02/2010, admin, deals, netbooks, Netbook Lounge

2010-02-28T14:33:00.000-08:00

Samsung NC10 for a low $284.9911:20 07/02/2010, admin, deals, Netbooks, Netbook Lounge

Samsung NC10 1 GB DDR2 RAM, Expandable to 2 GB (single slot) is available now at online shops for $284.99. Samsung lowered its price by 25% from $381.99. Free shipping with purchase.

Lenovo has new offer – Lenovo S1000:40 07/02/2010, admin, deals, netbooks, Netbook Lounge

2010-02-28T13:46:00.000-08:00

Lenovo has new offer – Lenovo S1000:40 07/02/2010, admin, deals, Netbooks, Netbook Lounge

Lenovo has announced new special discounts on Lenovo S10. Earlier Lenovo S10 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, 6 Cell Lithium-Ion battery was on sale at online shops for $349.99.

Portable Printers - HP H470 and Canon IP10021:19 06/02/2010, Stephen Withers , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T12:59:00.000-08:00

Portable Printers - HP H470 and Canon IP10021:19 06/02/2010, Stephen Withers , Netbook Mojo -
Usually a road trip means that you cant take the printer with you. HP and Canon challenge that with their portable printers

Will Lenovo deliver the next netbook breakthrough17:38 06/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T12:06:00.000-08:00

Will Lenovo deliver the next Netbook breakthrough17:38 06/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Lenovo is stepping up to the plate with a couple of incredible innovations that might redefine the Netbook category.

Netbook Mojo - netbook news, views, tutorials and more Vol. 201002 February 201006:19 06/02/2010, Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T11:19:00.000-08:00

Netbook Mojo - Netbook news, views, tutorials and more Vol. 201002 February 201006:19 06/02/2010, Netbook Mojo -

MSI's Wind U160 - Not just a pretty face10:06 05/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T10:32:00.000-08:00

MSI's Wind U160 - Not just a pretty face10:06 05/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
The new MSI Wind U160 aims to deliver both show and go.

LG's new X20 sneaks through FCC approval03:08 05/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T09:45:00.000-08:00

LG's new X20 sneaks through FCC approval03:08 05/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
LG tries to sneak their, as yet, unannounced X20 past the masses and it looks like a potential winner.

Full HD Video on a netbook - I'd like to see that!15:59 04/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T08:58:00.000-08:00

Full HD Video on a Netbook - I'd like to see that!15:59 04/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Intel's new Netbook chipset, Pine View, can deliver HD video using Jolicloud.

Joojoo Tablet04:47 04/02/2010, Jonas, crunchpad, flash, joojoo, netbooks, tablet, tablet pc, Netbookfreaks

2010-02-28T08:11:00.000-08:00

Joojoo Tablet04:47 04/02/2010, Jonas, crunchpad, flash, joojoo, Netbooks, tablet, tablet pc, Netbookfreaks
The tablet that almost wasn’t is the Joojoo, as this is the reloaded Crunchpad, that got embroiled in some legal dispute. In the end, whatever it is called, this device will reportedly be shipping by the end of the month. In contrast to the Apple iPad, the device has a larger 12″ screen. It can also [...]

Fujitsu's new LifeBook UH900 - Road Warrior's Best Friend?03:09 04/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T07:24:00.000-08:00

Fujitsu's new LifeBook UH900 - Road Warrior's Best Friend?03:09 04/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Fujitsu's new UH900 packs a lot into a small package

Will open source Symbian be a new netbook alternative02:31 04/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T06:37:00.000-08:00

Will open source Symbian be a new Netbook alternative02:31 04/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Will Symbian become the third wheel in the Windows and Linux dominated Netbook-universe?

Acer Netbook Review: Acer AO532h-2067 10.1-Inch Matrix Silver Netbook02:15 04/02/2010, Review_Guy, acer, acer ao532h-2067, acer ao532h-2067 cheap pric

2010-02-28T05:50:00.000-08:00

Acer Netbook Review: Acer AO532h-2067 10.1-Inch Matrix Silver Netbook02:15 04/02/2010, Review_Guy, acer, acer ao532h-2067, acer ao532h-2067 cheap price, acer ao532h-2067 review, acer Netbook review, buy acer ao532h-2067, by prices, matrix silver Netbook, under $400, Netbook Reviews Zone
Acer AO532h-2067 comes with these high level Specs. Intel Atom Processor N450, Windows XP Home (Service Pack 3), 10.1-Inch WSVGA Acer CrystalBrite LED Display, Mobile Intel NM10 Express Chipset, Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150, 1024MB DDR2 Memory, 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM), Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader, Acer InviLink 802.11b/g/Draft-N Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), Built-In Webcam, Two Built-in Stereo Speakers, 3 - USB 2.0 Ports, 6-cell Li-ion battery (5600 mAh), 2.76 lbs. | 1.25 kg (system unit only)

ARM says that netbooks will own the computer business18:12 03/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T05:03:00.000-08:00

ARM says that Netbooks will own the computer business18:12 03/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Will Netbooks own the computing market? ARM exec David East suggests Netbooks will account for 90% of the computing market.

Dell Delivers the ALIENWARE M11X02:06 03/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T04:16:00.000-08:00

Dell Delivers the Alienware M11X02:06 03/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Is the Alienware M11x the fastest Netbook on the planet?

Time to upgrade those browsers23:21 01/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T03:29:00.000-08:00

Time to upgrade those browsers23:21 01/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Google Apps are dropping Internet Explorer 6 support - important for those running Windows XP who've resisted the upgrade bug.

Kingston DataTraveler 5000 USB Flash Drive18:15 01/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T02:42:00.000-08:00

Kingston DataTraveler 5000 USB Flash Drive18:15 01/02/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Kingston delivers a new flash drive with security and durability

Sandisk's new super-small USB drive23:47 31/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T01:55:00.000-08:00

Sandisk's new super-small USB drive23:47 31/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Sandisk's latest USB memory stick delivers portable storage that won't weigh you down

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1001P-MU17-WT 10.1-Inch White Netbook19:43 31/01/2010, Review_Guy, 1001p-mu17-wt, 1001p-mu17-wt best price, asus, asus eee pc sea

2010-02-28T01:08:00.000-08:00

Asus Eee PC Seashell 1001P-MU17-WT 10.1-Inch White Netbook19:43 31/01/2010, Review_Guy, 1001p-mu17-wt, 1001p-mu17-wt best price, Asus, Asus eee pc seashell, buy 1001p-mu17-wt, cheap Netbook, Netbook review, Netbook reviews, new Asus eee pc, under $400, white Netbook, Netbook Reviews Zone
Embrace Mobile Computing in style with the new Asus Eee PC 1001P-M. The 1001P-million packs the latest Intel Atom, the N450, which consume less electricity than their predecessors, so that the 1001P-M to obtain up to 11 hours of self-pride. But better processor and battery life are not all supplies M-1001P. The 1001P-M is also a redesigned chassis and matte textured LCD screen for users with a fingerprint-free experience for PC) (only in white and black. 92% reduced-sized keyboard and a touchpad multi-touch is of a snap to type and navigate the content. A hard drive offers 160 GB storage capacity and backup. Finally, a 0.3MP webcam, Starter and Windows 7 operating system completes the list of impressive features 1001P-M. With its elegant curves and soft lines, the Eee PC 1001P-M offers superior style, without compromising performance and mobility.

Logitech makes your iPhone a Mouse17:15 30/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-28T00:22:00.000-08:00

Logitech makes your iPhone a Mouse17:15 30/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Logitech's Touch Mouse app for iPhone and iPod touch makes carrying a mouse easier for Netbook users.

Alienware M11x - A Gamer's Netbook01:33 30/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T23:35:00.000-08:00

Alienware M11x - A Gamer's Netbook01:33 30/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Alienware is broadening their horizons with a Netbook for gamers that won't cost a fortune

Asus up the netbook performance ante00:36 30/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T22:48:00.000-08:00

Asus up the Netbook performance ante00:36 30/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
In a sign that the line between Netbook and notebook is further blurring, Asus has recently announced their new Eee PC 1201N.

Steve Jobs says that netbooks suck17:35 27/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T22:01:00.000-08:00

Steve Jobs says that Netbooks suck17:35 27/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Apple's CEO says that Netbooks are a computing dead end

LogMeIn - The Office Is Always With You01:29 27/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T21:14:00.000-08:00

LogMeIn - The Office Is Always With You01:29 27/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
It can happen to the best of us. We carefully prepare for some period away from our main computer by copying important files to our Netbook. You get to the destination and realise that something's missing or you need to change something and the application you need is on the computer back at the office.

Review - Tegatech Clearscreen22:53 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T20:27:00.000-08:00

Review - Tegatech Clearscreen22:53 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Marks on your screen can be a real pain but this Aussie solution cleans them up without resorting to harsh solvents.

Review - Fujitsu M201019:13 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T19:40:00.000-08:00

Review - Fujitsu M201019:13 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Sleek lines, beautiful metallic, fiery red body, compact, solid and ready to go - you might think we were looking at the latest rocket to come of the Ferrari production line. Instead, we're looking at Fujitsu's latest, and we reckon greatest, Netbook the M2010.

What Operating System is Right For You?18:37 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T18:53:00.000-08:00

What Operating System is Right For You?18:37 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Choosing an operating system for your Netbook can be tricky. Here's a quick guide on some of the latest Netbook OSes.

Take your Movies With You15:14 26/01/2010, Adam Turner , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T18:06:00.000-08:00

Take your Movies With You15:14 26/01/2010, Adam Turner , Netbook Mojo -
Netbooks might be handy productivity tools, but they also make great portable DVD players.

Review - Targus Netbook Accessory Kit15:05 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T17:19:00.000-08:00

Review - Targus Netbook Accessory Kit15:05 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Your Netbook might pack a lot into a small package. But there are always a few extras you might need. Targus delivers a neat deal with their trilogy of tech.

Tweaking Xandros10:22 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T16:32:00.000-08:00

Tweaking Xandros10:22 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
If you've got an Eee PC running Asus' custom version of Xandros then you might have a hankering to give it a bit of a facelift. For example, you might like to add some extra applications or ditch the basic interface and use a more familiar desktop.

Review - Asus T9109:47 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T15:45:00.000-08:00

Review - Asus T9109:47 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
It's inevitable that the Netbook would evolve to include touchscreen-equipped units and we're not surprised to find that the original pioneer, Asus, is the first company to take the Netbook form factor to its next evolutionary step. The Asus Eee PC Touch T91 is a Netbook with a twist.

Review - Kensington Mouse and Lock04:29 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T14:58:00.000-08:00

Review - Kensington Mouse and Lock04:29 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Kensington delivers some handy extras to help you secure and get the most out of your Netbook

Road Tester - David Hague04:08 26/01/2010, David Hague , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T14:11:00.000-08:00

Road Tester - David Hague04:08 26/01/2010, David Hague , Netbook Mojo -
Every month, we'll publish one Netbook owner's story. This month it's Australian publisher David Hague relating his story. If you've got a story to share, send it through to road.tester@Netbookmojo.com

The OLPC - The Netbook's Grandfather03:41 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T13:24:00.000-08:00

The OLPC - The Netbook's Grandfather03:41 26/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -
Cheap, user friendly, connected and robust - it might surprise many of us that these were all achieved as part of the $100 laptop program, now called One Laptop Per Child.

Installing Windows 7 on a Netbook03:20 26/01/2010, Alex Kidman , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T12:35:00.000-08:00

Installing Windows 7 on a Netbook03:20 26/01/2010, Alex Kidman , Netbook Mojo -
Want to get Windows 7 on your Netbook? Alex Kidman's guide makes it a breeze

Choosing Your Perfect Netbook03:03 26/01/2010, Adam Turner , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T11:48:00.000-08:00

Choosing Your Perfect Netbook03:03 26/01/2010, Adam Turner , Netbook Mojo -
You don't need to compromise on features to find the perfect Netbook. Adam Turner guides through the Netbook maze.

Review - Samsung N12005:58 25/01/2010, David Braue , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T11:01:00.000-08:00

Review - Samsung N12005:58 25/01/2010, David Braue , Netbook Mojo -
Samsung's Debut Netbook is a Solid Contender.

Editorial 1.005:23 25/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

2010-02-27T10:14:00.000-08:00

Editorial 1.005:23 25/01/2010, Anthony Caruana , Netbook Mojo -

8 Essential Accessories for your Netbook05:29 20/12/2009, admin, disk drive, outdoor device, tips and tutorials, universal serial bus, usb hub, netboo

2010-02-27T09:27:00.000-08:00

8 Essential Accessories for your Netbook05:29 20/12/2009, admin, disk drive, outdoor device, tips and tutorials, universal serial bus, usb hub, Netbookchart.com
The Netbook is poised to revolutionise the laptop industry. Laptops freed notebook users from their homes and offices, and Netbooks with accessories will emancipated them from almost each restraint. Knowing could you repeat that? Accessories are unfilled pro Netbooks will help you start to emancipated physically now.

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Windows 7 on netbooks – press release10:49 17/12/2009, Eee-PC, asus eee pc, asus notebooks, desktop pcs, enhancements, notebook, personal comments, pi

2010-02-27T08:40:00.000-08:00

Windows 7 on Netbooks – press release10:49 17/12/2009, Eee-PC, Asus eee pc, Asus notebooks, desktop pcs, enhancements, notebook, personal comments, pioneer, press release, previous versions, promise, select group, series 7, series pcs, server level security, spec ed, systm, today announced that, uncategorized eee pc info, windows vista, windows xp, xp windows, Asus Eee PC Netbook news

Windows 7 on Netbooks (Asus Eee Pc)

PRESS RELEASE FROM AsusTEK:

(All comments starting with (red:) below is not part of the press realese, but my personal comments! )

October 22, 2009

Asus Equips Its Notebooks, Netbooks, Nettops and Desktop PCs with Exclusive Technologies that Take Windows 7 Further
Enhancements to Notebooks and Eee Series PCs Extend and Improve the Overall Windows 7 Experience
(Red: OK, sounds cool – but remeber that Windows 7 is a bit more heavy than Windows XP was, so it might not just be a plus when were are talking Netbooks.)

Asus, the fastest-growing notebook brand and pioneer of the Netbook, today announced that a select group of its notebooks and Eee Series PCs—including the Eee PC™, Eee PC™ Touch, EeeBox PC and EeeTop PC—will feature exclusive enhancements that are designed to extend and improve the overall Windows 7 experience. The applicable Asus notebooks, which will come installed with 64-bit versions of Windows 7, promise a level of performance and security over and beyond that of notebooks running previous versions of Windows—most notably up to 40%* faster bootups and server-level security with enhanced core protection. Similarly, Asus’ Eee Series PCs running Windows 7 will boast exclusive features that make them easier to use, faster, more energy efficient and more fun** than identically-spec’ed PCs from other brands—fulfilling Asus’ promise that “Life is Eeeasy with Windows 7”.
(Red: Yes, Windows / IS easier than XP and especially Windows Vista, AND even though that it might be a tad heavier than Windows XP on you Asus eee PC Netbook, I would still recommend it! It’s just simply better to have a modern OS than and old systm like XP taking up the space on your netbbok. And the difference is not that big – so go for Windows 7 on your next Netbook, e.g. a Asus Eee Pc with Windows 7 vs. Windows XP.)

All Asus notebooks installed with Windows 7 will run 64-bit versions of the operating system. (Red: well and by notebooks, they don’t mean Netbooks, because they actually run a 32-bit version of Windows 7 on the Asus Eee PC Netbooks..) This allows the notebooks to fully utilize the vastly-higher RAM ceiling that 64-bit Windows 7 affords—up to 128GB—dramatically improving their multitasking capabilities and processing speeds. 64-bit Windows 7-equipped Asus notebooks will boot up up to 40%* faster than competing notebooks, thanks to FastBoot technology which shortens notebook boot times to as low as 30 seconds*. Asus worked very closely with Microsoft Corp. on performance improvements in Windows 7 on Asus PCs.

The marriage of Eee Series PCs and Windows 7 is the ultimate expression of the Eee brand’s “Easy, Excellent, Exciting” mantra. Windows 7-equipped Eee Series PCs allow users to enjoy near-instant access to the web and beyond with Fast Bootup Technology. They also feature Eee Docking or Eee Bar, user-friendly shortcut bars that give users direct and intuitive access to applications and web services, as well as Asus @Vibe which serves as users’ window to a world of web-based multimedia entertainment. Furthermore, Asus WebStorage gives users additional online storage space, allowing them to easily backup and share their files. With these exclusive usability features, life is truly “Eeeasy” with Windows 7.

Asus Computers Installed with Windows 7
Asus Notebooks
F81Se / F83Se / F83TN60DP/ N61Vn/Vg/ N71Vn/Vg/ N81Vp/ N81Vg
G60Vx / G71Gx / G72GxUX30 / UX50
K40AB / K40C / K50C / K40IJ / K40Ac / K50IJ / K40IN / K50IN / K60IJ / K70AB / K70AC / K51AC / K70IJ/K70IO U20A / U50A / U50Vg / U80A / U80V
UL20 / UL30A / UL50A / UL50Ag / UL50Vg / UL50Vt / UL80VVX5 / F6VE

Asus Desktop PCs
CM5540 / CM5570 / CM1525BM5220 / BM5320 / BM2220
CG5270 / CG5285 / CG5290BM2320 / BM5240 / BM5265
CP5140 / CS5120 / ES5000BM5365 / BP5220 / BP5265

Eee Series PCs
(Red: That is pretty much all the new Netbooks from Asus that comes shipped with Windows 7 – which I mentioned IS a better choice than Windows XP in my oppionion!)..
Eee PC™ 1008HA / 1005HA / 1005HREee PC™ 1101HA / 1201HA / 1201N
Eee PC™ Touch T91MTEeeTop PC ET2002/ ET2002T
EeeTop PC ET2203/2203TEeeBox PC EB1501/1502

* System performance is subject to system configuration. This data is based on a comparison between a FastBoot-optimized Asus notebook running 64-bit Windows 7 and an identically-spec’ed notebook without FastBoot running 32-bit Windows Vista. For detailed test results, please visit http://event.Asus.com/2009/nb/disclaimer/win7/.
** System performance is subject to system configuration. For detailed test results, please visit http://event.Asus.com/2009/eee/disclaimer/win7/.

Windows 7 on Netbooks – press release is a post from: Asus Eee PC Netbook

ASUS Eee Top PC ET20/ET22 Series launced10:31 17/12/2009, Eee-PC, 1080p, art graphics, asus eee, communication device, definition images, elegant spac

2010-02-27T07:53:00.000-08:00

Asus Eee Top PC ET20/ET22 Series launced10:31 17/12/2009, Eee-PC, 1080p, art graphics, Asus eee, communication device, definition images, elegant space, everyday computing, fotofun, graphics processors, hi fi speakers, home entertainment experience, juke box, mail, multimedia entertainment, personal comments, premium sound, sound experience, stockholm sweden, ultimate home entertainment, uncategorized eee pc info, video phone, visual spectacle, Asus Eee PC Netbook news
PRESS REALEASE FROM Asus:

(All comments starting with (red:) below is not part of the press realese, but my personal comments! )

It’s finally time for the new generation of Asus Eee Top to be launched in Nordic (Red: The Asus Eee Top PC ET20/ET22 is a touch screen PC by the way – which can be used e.g. as a kitchen PC.). The new generation is bigger 20”/22” and supports Full HD 1080P playback with amazing picture and sound quality.
Recommended prices in Nordic can be found in the bottom of this mail.

Stockholm, Sweden; October 15, 2009

Asus EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series — Nordic release with Windows 7
Experience a World of High Definition Entertainment at Your Fingertips

It’s time to launch the new Asus EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series (a touch screen PC – which can be used e.g. as a kitchen PC.) in Nordic 22Oct together with Windows 7 (Red: nice! The new windows!). Asus EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series is a range of touch*-enabled, all-in-one PCs that provides users with the fundamentals of everyday computing and multimedia entertainment in an elegant space-saving design (red: I would use it in my kitchen!). Its forte lies in its ability to provide users with the ultimate home entertainment experience. The EeeTop PC ET22 and EeeTop PC ET20 feature a flushed 22-inch and 20-inch touch*-enabled display respectively that provides high definition images through the use of state-of-the-art graphics processors. The resulting visual spectacle is complemented by a surround sound experience delivered by the Dual Hi-Fi speakers with SRS Premium Sound™. The Asus EeeTop ET20/22 Series also lets users communicate via the easy-to-use Eee Cam, while the Eee Bar gives them access to their commonly-used applications (Red: cool, this touch machine PC should be great as a juke box but also a communication device / video phone). Users can also organize their photographs with FotoFun, and leave notes for their family and friends with Eee Memo. Simply put, the new Asus EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series is the ideal all-in-one communications and entertainment PC for the family.

EeeTop PC ET20EeeTop PC ET22

The Absolute Pinnacle of High Definition Home Entertainment
The Asus EeeTop ET20/22 Series delivers high definition multimedia entertainment at a touch*. Users can choose between a 20-inch or 22-inch flushed high definition display with a 16:9 aspect ratio. The Asus EeeTop ET20/22 Series features a dedicated ATI Radeon™ HD4570 or NVIDIA® ION™ graphics processor to deliver clear and vibrant true-to-life images, while a pair of embedded Hi-Fi speakers with SRS Premium Sound™ delivers an immersive virtual surround sound experience (RED: Cool still, then you can watch movies on your kitchen pc with touch interface ). Users can watch high definition movies on Blu-ray via a Blu-ray disc drive** (Available only on selected models). The Asus EeeTop ET20/22 Series can connect to external monitors, game consoles and other home entertainment devices via HDMI-in and SPDIF outputs (only for ET22 Series). The Asus EeeTop ET20/22 Series also features the touch*-enabled Total Media Center (only for ET22 Series)—a one-stop, intuitive interface which allows users to browse, view and organize multimedia files. These cutting-edge technologies come together to provide users with the best in home multimedia entertainment.

Discover the Power to Connect at Your Fingertips
As intuitive computing becomes ever more prevalent, the need for an instinctive user interface is more apparent. The high definition 20-inch or 22-inch touch*screen of the Asus EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series gives users fingertip access to a suite of touch*-enabled programs. Users can leave virtual ‘sticky notes’ for their family with Eee Memo, or video messages via the embedded Eee Cam which features Real-time Image Capture technology. This exclusive technology delivers superior image quality at 30 frames-per-second*, as well as enhanced light sensitivity for low-light environments. Users can doodle or add special effects to snapshots of themselves and even create customized emoticons for use in web messaging applications such as Skype®, MSN Messenger™, Yahoo® Messenger and AIM®. FotoFun lets users organize their customized emoticons, photographs and pictures like they would in a photo album, or upload them onto their blogs. Finally, the Eee Bar provides speedy access to commonly used applications, as well as system management settings at a single touch*.

Stylishly Designed with Space-savings in Mind
The Asus EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series is the perfect blend of form and function. Its frameless screen and slim profile not only bring a touch of class to every home, but save space as well. Finally, an elegantly-designed stand on the rear bezel of the EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series completes the minimalist design, while providing an added touch of mobility. (RED: Yes, I agreee this is a slim device compared to others. Great touch screen PC if you ask me!)
Specifications
Model Name ET2002TET2203T-T4300ET2203T-T6500
Display20″ 16:9 Widescreen 1600 x 90022″ 16:9 Widescreen 1080P22″ 16:9 Widescreen 1080P
Touch* ScreenYesYesYes
Operating SystemGenuine Windows® 7 Home PremiumGenuine Windows® 7 Home PremiumGenuine Windows® 7 Home Premium
CPUIntel® Atom™ Processor 330 Dual Core The Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T4300The Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T6500
ChipsetNVIDIA® ION™Mobile Intel® PM45 Express ChipsetMobile Intel® PM45 Express Chipset
Graphics CardNVIDIA® ION™ATI Radeon™ HD 4570ATI Radeon™ HD 4570
Default MemoryDDR2 SO-DIMM 2GB (upgradeable to 4GB)DDR2 SO-DIMM 4GBDDR2 SO-DIMM 4GB
Hybrid Storage250GB SATAII 5400rpm320GB SATAII 5400rpm500GB SATAII 5400rpm
Optical Disc Drive Tray-in Super Multi‧Super Multi‧Blu-ray
Wireless Data Network802.11b/g/n 802.11b/g/n802.11b/g/n
LAN10/100/1000 Mbps10/100/1000 Mbps10/100/1000 Mbps
MultimediaCameraYes, with Asus’ exclusive Real-time Image Capture TechnologyYes, with Asus’ exclusive Real-time Image Capture TechnologyYes, with Asus’ exclusive Real-time Image Capture Technology
Audio CodecSRS Premium Sound™SRS Premium Sound™SRS Premium Sound™
Speakers 3W Hi-Fi Speaker x 2 3W Hi-Fi Speaker x 2 3W Hi-Fi Speaker x 2
Built-in MicDigital MicDigital MicDigital Mic
InterfaceSide I/O portsUSB 2.0 x 2,
3-in-1 Card Reader: SD/MMC/Memory Stick,
Headset x 1, Microphone x 1USB 2.0 x 2,
3-in-1 Card Reader: SD/MMC/Memory Stick,
Headset x 1, Microphone x 1USB 2.0 x 2,
3-in-1 Card Reader: SD/MMC/Memory Stick,
Headset x 1, Microphone x 1
I/O PortsRear:
– Power Input(DC 19V)
– USB Ports x 4
– LAN Port
– S/PDIF outRear:
– Power Input(DC 19V)
– USB Ports x 4
– LAN Port
– S/PDIF outRear:
– Power Input(DC 19V)
– USB Ports x 4
– LAN Port
– S/PDIF out
– HDMI-Input: Standalone Monitor and game console with HDMI-In – HDMI-Input: Standalone Monitor and game console with HDMI-In – HDMI-Input: Standalone Monitor and game console with HDMI-In
Keyboard + MouseWireless Keyboard + MouseWireless Keyboard + MouseWireless Keyboard + Mouse
Power Supply19Vdc, 3.42A, 65W Power Adaptor19Vdc, 4.74A, 90W Power Adaptor19Vdc, 4.74A, 90W Power Adaptor
PhysicalDimensions (mm)511 (W) x410 (H) x 53 (D)548 (W) x450 (H) x 48 (D)548 (W) x450 (H) x 48 (D)
Weight (kg)7.28.98.9
Color
Black
Black
Black
AccessoriesKeyboard
Mouse
AC Adapter
Power Cord
Cleaning Cloth
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card
Support & Recovery DVDKeyboard
Mouse
AC Adapter
Power Cord
Cleaning Cloth
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card
Support & Recovery DVDKeyboard
Mouse
AC Adapter
Power Cord
Cleaning Cloth
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card
Support & Recovery DVD

Model NameET2002T-B0087ET2203T-B0077ET2203T-B0067
CountrySENODKFISENODKFISENODKFI
MSRP (incl. VAT)6 4995 499 NOK4 999 DKK599 EUR8 6997 299 NOK6 499 DKK799 EUR9 9997 999 NOK7 299 DKK899 EUR
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* Optional.
** Blu-ray slot-in drive is only available on the Asus EeeTop PC ET2203T.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please visit www.Asus.com for more information.

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About Asus
Asus is a leading company in the new digital era. With a global staff of more than ten thousand and a world-class R&D design team, the company’s revenue for 2008 was 8.1 billion U.S. dollars. Asus ranks among BusinessWeek’s InfoTech 100, and has been on the listing for 12 consecutive years.

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Thin is in- Seagate launches world’s thinnest hardrive for laptops and netbooks23:49 16/12/2009, chart, backup devices, computer makers, consumer appl

2010-02-27T07:06:00.000-08:00

Thin is in- Seagate launches world’s thinnest hardrive for laptops and Netbooks23:49 16/12/2009, chart, backup devices, computer makers, consumer applications, consumer electronics, disk drive, internet surfing, mobile-computing form factor, momentus, Netbook news, notebook computing, seagate technology, system integrator, Netbookchart.com

When it comes to new laptops and Netbooks, thin is in. Users want them easy to use, but thin and lightweight.

Enter Seagate and the new Momentus Thin drive, the world’s thinnest 2.5-inch hard disk drive. It stands at 7 millimeters tall, comes in 250 GB and 160 GB and includes an eight megabyte cache, a Serial ATA 3Gb/second interface and a…… [read more]

Compaq Mini 11011:58 16/12/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, netbook reviews, Netbook Laptop Reviews

2010-02-27T05:13:00.000-08:00

Compaq Mini 11011:58 16/12/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, Netbook reviews, Netbook Laptop Reviews

Compaq Mini 110

After using the Compaq mini 110 Netbook I thought of preparing a guide for those who are willing to get the new mini Netbook. I found that the Compaq mini 110 is the European equivalent to the HP Mini 110 Netbook which have been released in the US.

To start with I must say the Compaq mini 110 Netbook is smaller than any other traditional laptop. It is small and quite easy to carry. The Netbook is quite less expensive as well. While using it I found that the focus remains on connectivity which is quite good but it is not so much featured like the laptop which is bad. But I should mention that it is not at all a good option to use as an alternative of a laptop.

Designs and looks
At the first glance the Compaq Mini 110 Netbook looks quite attractive. It has a high gloss imprint finish which can be compared to the swirl deign and gives the Netbook a classy and stylish look. The length of the Netbook is 6.8”, the width is 10.3”, the height is 1.3” and the weight is 2lbs. the screen size is 10.1” which is diagonal and the keyboard is a full size one. Because of its size I found it comfortable to carry it in a back pack, briefcase and a purse.

Technical Details
Apart from the looks the technical features are also very important and I feel I should provide with the details. The Compaq Mini 110 Netbook has the features like 1.6GHz N270 Atom, the RAM is of 1GB and the hard disk drive is of 160GB. It includes other features like Wi-Fi (b/g), Wi-Fi and a Webcam.

It has a chipset of Intel 945GSE and the navigation resolution of 1024 x 576 (WSVGA/LED). With its Integrated Intel Media Accelerator 950 Video Card and 128MB Shared Video Memory it enables listening to music or watching videos and movies. The memory speed is DDR2 533. There is no S-Video out but it has HDMI out. The VGA Webcam is inbuilt and it is of 1.3M. It has 5 in 1 in built card reader. The inbuilt wireless devices are of 802.11b/g.

The battery of Compaq Mini 110 Netbook is a type of 3-Cell Lithium-Ion and it lasts for 2 hours at a stretch. There is no second battery available in the Netbook. 3 USB 2.0 Ports are available in it along with in built Bluetooth module. It has 2 in built speakers and 2 audio Jack Ports.

Functions and Performance
The compact Compaq Mini 110 Netbook seems to me very exciting because of its user friendly characteristics. I can’t deny that it has the ultimate connectivity and portability and thus making internet surfing much easy. With its video card features it allows the basic internet functions like email, chatting along with web conferencing and talking over the internet.

The most brilliant performance which I found in the Netbook is its ability to wirelessly sync with the PC. This is very useful and it enables the latest updates and files to save in both the places with Syncable software.
I have also mentioned earlier that the key board is stretched 92 percent to the edges and with the spacious placement of the keys it enables comfortable typing for chatting, working and even playing games. The manufacturers have left the touch pad unchanged with mouse buttons on both the side of the touchpad.

While talking about the functions and its performances I feel it is important to let you know that the Compaq mini 110 Netbook is welcome with Windows XP only. The Linux SKU is not available to use with this net book. Its audio port functions for both the head phone and the mic. The 3 cell battery net book provides about 2 hours of video play back.

Price
The price of the Compaq mini 110 net book is £ 259.00.

Comments
I personally find the features and the performances quite well going and it is worth keeping as an asset. Though the price is a little bit high, keeping in point its technical characteristic and stylish lineaments I think it is worth paying the price for the Compaq Mini 110.

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New Acer Ferrari One notebook– speeds its way to us for the holidays20:36 15/12/2009, chart, netbook news, netbookchart.com

2010-02-27T04:25:00.000-08:00

New Acer Ferrari One notebook– speeds its way to us for the holidays20:36 15/12/2009, chart, Netbook news, Netbookchart.com
If there’s one car name that is synonymous with luxury, speed, and style, it’s Ferrari. A Ferrari is the car that all of us speed junkies would love to race up and down the Autobahn in Germany. Now what if you could have that same speed, luxury and style, but in a Netbook?

Acer has released the Acer Ferrari Netbook just in time for the…… [read more]

Microsoft’s new tool makes loading Windows 7 on a netbook as easy as USB00:40 15/12/2009, chart, best buy, microsoft, microsoft windows, netbook news,

2010-02-27T03:36:00.000-08:00

Microsoft’s new tool makes loading Windows 7 on a Netbook as easy as USB00:40 15/12/2009, chart, best buy, microsoft, microsoft windows, Netbook news, operating system, Windows 7, Netbookchart.com

Loading the Windows operating system on any kind of computer has always involved floppy disks, CDs or DVDs. That’s kind of a problem if you want to load Windows on a Netbook. Unless you buy an external CD/DVD-ROM, which isn’t cheap for one-time use, you are out of luck trying to install Windows on your Netbook or ultraportable notebook.

Microsoft has…… [read more]

Make the Move to Cloud Computing with Jolicloud00:40 15/12/2009, chart, cloud computing, cloud computing market, facebook, kernel, linux, microsoft wi

2010-02-27T02:48:00.000-08:00

Make the Move to Cloud Computing with Jolicloud00:40 15/12/2009, chart, cloud computing, cloud computing market, facebook, kernel, Linux, microsoft windows, mpeg-1, Netbook news, Netbook operating systems, operating systems, Netbookchart.com

It seems that everyone wants to get into Cloud computing these days; there’s Google’s Chrome OS, iCloud and a longtime cloud computing operating system named Jolicloud.

We’ve already talked about how you can have a cloud based computer for free with iCloud. Now I want to share another player in cloud computing market – Jolicloud. With Jolicloud, you can have all…… [read more]

Acer Aspire One with Pinetrail processor10:33 11/12/2009, chart, atom processor, netbook news, netbookchart.com

2010-02-27T01:59:00.000-08:00

Acer Aspire One with Pinetrail processor10:33 11/12/2009, chart, Atom processor, Netbook news, Netbookchart.com

It looks like Acer’s first Pinetrail Netbook has been officially listed on the Pinetrail is the much-anticipated new version of the Atom processor used in Netbooks today, and promises much better performance.

Besides the new processor the model looks to have an updated graphics chip as well, the 3150. All of the other specs look normal, except for the resolution (1280…… [read more]

Onkyo DX dual screen netbook10:33 11/12/2009, chart, netbook news, netbookchart.com

2010-02-27T01:11:00.000-08:00

Onkyo DX dual screen Netbook10:33 11/12/2009, chart, Netbook news, Netbookchart.com

The Kohjinsha dual screen Netbook we wrote about earlier has been rebranded and slightly improved upon as the Onkyo DX. This Netbook has dual 10.1″ 1366 x 768 screens that slide out when in use. Here are the specs:

processor: AMD Athlon Neo MV-40
2GB RAM
320GB hard drive
Windows 7 Home Premium
802.11 b/g/n wifi
ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics
Gigabit ethernet
It looks like this device…… [read more]

Onkyo Introduces the Dual Screen Onkyo DX Tablet00:37 11/12/2009, chart, netbook news, onkyo dx, windows 7, netbookchart.com

2010-02-27T00:22:00.000-08:00

Onkyo Introduces the Dual Screen Onkyo DX Tablet00:37 11/12/2009, chart, Netbook news, onkyo dx, Windows 7, Netbookchart.com

With manufacturers running out of new ideas to make their product stand out in the crowd it seems that adding a second screen to notebooks and Netbooks is the new trend. First we saw the which featured sliding door style dual-screens and GottaBeMobile covered the Kohjinsha Dual-screen tablet and now Onkyo has rebadged and improved the Kohjinsha as the Onkyo DX…… [read more]

Asus Eee Pad in the works?21:54 10/12/2009, chart, apple, internet tablet device, mac os x, netbook news, windows 7, netbookchart.com

2010-02-26T23:34:00.000-08:00

Asus Eee Pad in the works?21:54 10/12/2009, chart, Apple, internet tablet device, mac os x, Netbook news, Windows 7, Netbookchart.com

With all of the recent talk of tablet pc’s lately (Apple, JooJoo, JooJoo, etc) you knew it wouldn’t be long before Asus got in the mix. They are reportedly working on an internet tablet device with a 4 to 7 inch touch screen and that will be something of a hybrid between an MID and a tablet pc.

An industry insider…… [read more]

HP Mini 210 coming soon21:53 10/12/2009, chart, n450 processor, netbook news, nvidia, netbookchart.com

2010-02-26T22:46:00.000-08:00

HP Mini 210 coming soon21:53 10/12/2009, chart, N450 processor, Netbook news, nvidia, Netbookchart.com

Minikj over at myhpmini has spotted an interesting reference on HP’s support to the Mini 210 model, which doesn’t technically exist yet. We can assume that it will be an upgrade to the previous models, maybe NVIDIA ION 2 graphics and N450 processor?

All we can do right now is guess on the internals, but we’ll keep you posted when we…… [read more]

Google Chromium OS on Dell Mini 10v12:21 30/11/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, netbook news, Netbook Laptop Reviews

2010-02-26T21:57:00.000-08:00

Google Chromium OS on Dell Mini 10v12:21 30/11/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, Netbook news, Netbook Laptop Reviews

Google Chromium on Dell Mini

Developers at Dell have managed to run a version of Google Chrome on a Netbook one year before the official release of the OS is planned. The ChromiumOS is a customised version of the open source software that Google has introduced recently. Users need 8GB of USB flash drive to run the version on their Dell Mini 10v. ChromiumOS for the Dell Mini can be downloaded for free from the internet.

The platform has not been tested excessivley so initial problems can be expected. ChromiumOS is a test version for Dell Mini users and the developers are looking forward to feedback to improve the system. The boot-up time for the OS is a quick 12 seconds, so much faster than for many other operating systems. For more information have a look at the Direct2Dell blog.

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Gateway EC Series09:03 22/05/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, netbook reviews, Netbook Laptop Reviews

2010-02-26T21:09:00.000-08:00

Gateway EC Series09:03 22/05/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, Netbook reviews, Netbook Laptop Reviews
When it comes to value proposition, multi tasking, mobility and the zeal to conserve energy along with a preference for style and elegance, you will definitely find me leading the bandwagon! Ah! An outright exaggeration of facts! Well, whatever I said can be attached to the new Gateway EC series Netbooks! However, one thing that I can assure you is that I hate heavy Netbooks and the new Gateway EC series probably knows that.

Gateway EC Series
Definitely light weight (500 grams or 1 lbs whatever you prefer), the new stylish and elegant EC series Netbooks from the house of Gateway has a thickness just below 1 inch and embeds a smooth design that I appreciate a lot. The best part of the nettop is that, it is loaded with advanced power management features. I will take you through the features of the nettop but with a caution that you may inevitably fall in love with this masterpiece.

Features

Graphics and screen:

The new Gateway EC series is loaded with advanced power management features and extends the battery life up to 40%. The Netbook has a graphic activation switch, which can be used for deactivating the discreet graphics card, which is supported by the chipset used.

There is a power save button, which allows saving power by switching between the ATI graphics chipset and the integrated chipset, which is slower than its counterpart. Yet another power saving feature that is bundled with the Gateway EC series Netbook is the 13 inch LED screen that provides 16:9 aspect ratio. The size of the screen ensures that it is not a hindrance to ultra mobility and at the same time makes it comfortable for use with an external monitor. Sharp and vivid images are a feature of the led backlit display!

HDD:

Gateway’s EC series comes with a 500GB Solid State Drive, which is different than the conventional HDDs. It does not have any mechanical parts and it is lighter and smaller than the conventional hard drives. This is power saving feature that consumes less powers and is a step towards energy conservation, which helps in improving the life of the battery by 10%. The presence of an exclusive cooling system optimizes the thermal efficiency of the Netbook.

Power saver mode and CPU:

The Gateway EC series Netbook is compliant with Energy Star 5.0 and is capable of providing power efficiency in Sleep Mode. This is actually used for saving energy when the machine is in Standby Mode or is performing a number of tasks. The claim of eco-friendliness is fortified by the use of ultra low voltage Intel CPU. Therefore, there is a lot to save your expenditure on energy consumption. All these features together ensure that the battery life is increased by 40% and that the battery gives a runtime of 8hours! That is incredibly high.

Design and feel
The Gateway EC series Netbook has an elegant and attractive slim look, which makes a bold statement with dark silver and black color cover and has a palm rest of brushed aluminum, which highlights the frame and the black matte keyboard. With soft surfaces and smooth curves, the Gateway EC series Netbook is an example of sheer elegance and beauty.

Touchpad and Sound
The touchpad of Gateway’s EC series Netbook has a brilliant multi touch functionality that helps in intuitive and easy access to a number of applications. As far as the sound is concerned, the Netbook also offers state-of-the-art listening experience with its Dolby® Sound Room.

More Features
The EC series comes with an HDMI out port, which is capable of transferring high-definition data to another display. Well, I really enjoyed watching a movie on my LCD television by transferring the data! The Netbook is known for supporting DDR3 RAM and is equipped with an internal webcam. It also has an option for 3G and Bluetooth functions. It also has capacitive hotkeys, which are place on top of the keyboard.

Conclusion
The Gateway EC series Netbook is a perfect blend of beauty and functionality making it an outstanding performer in terms of portability and multitasking capability.

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Review of Asus Eee PC 1000HE13:32 11/05/2009, Eee-PC, eee pc hardware, Asus Eee PC netbook news

2010-02-26T20:09:00.000-08:00

Review of Asus Eee PC 1000HE13:32 11/05/2009, Eee-PC, eee pc hardware, Asus Eee PC Netbook news
The Swedish site IGD has reviewed the Asus Eee Pc 1000HE.

This is how the review sounds:

Test: Asus new mini PC is as smart as it is thick and heavy. Hybrid Disk, multi-touch cell phone, the best keyboard and smartest screen feature makes it a winner despite chubby external.

Eee PC 1000HE is a further development of already established 1000H, and it is the same chubby design, solid battery and smart screen solution in the predecessor. No handheld computer for you with normal-sized pockets, in short.

Display drivers for more Eee models, including this, is a bit special. The screen is 1024×600 pixels, but do you have more workspace, you will want to simply enter any size, and the desktop continues off the screen. For the mouse off the edge and surface scroll quickly and smoothly with.

Like most
Mini Computers are very similar in the platform and performance, and there is nothing special Eee 1000HE in this case. Sexcelliga batteries is the latest trend in this market, and here we get up to nine hours of operating time, or over five, when we push the computer hard, for example by playing the film. .

The details that make it
But what above all else makes Eee 1000HE stands out is not the size or performance, but small, smart details that make the experience of using the computer a little more comfortable, a little nicer and a little more fun.

For example, the keyboard, which is a wonderful beautiful lågprofilig keypad of the MacBook-style. It is a pleasure to write, never feels too small, and is neat. Actually this is the buttons almost as large as on your regular keyboard, so you do not feel claustrophobic if you want to write much text.

Then we have musplattan, which is unusually large and have very good feedback. Several PC manufacturers have begun in the spring follow Apple’s footsteps and implemented multi-touch function in musplattan. So also here, and although it is mil from the elegance and agility in a MacBook or iPhone, so there is the function there. You can scroll, browse files, zoom and rotate documents, and more. Not so very useful and bökigt with Netbookens little musyta. But it is certainly a step in the right direction. There are also special “gestures” scheduled to open Windows Explorer and other programs.

There is much that is new, smart and fun with the Asus Eee PC 1000HE. Good keyboard, smart screen, fast system drive and a decent attempt at multi-touch augurs well for the future. All this at a price which is more than reasonable for what it performs.
If the computer were not so damned clumsy, so we had loved it even more.

+
The keyboard
Multi Touch
Smart Screen
Inexpensive!

-
Large and heavy

=
A mini computer that is more “PC” than “mini” but the positive outweighs. Very good price!

GRADE
Form / Design: 6
Performance: 5
Features: 8
Ergonomics: 7
Price Value: 9
Total: 8

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Fujitsu Lifebook M101014:22 20/04/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, netbook reviews, Netbook Laptop Reviews

2010-02-26T18:46:00.000-08:00

Fujitsu Lifebook M101014:22 20/04/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, Netbook reviews, Netbook Laptop Reviews
Well, yet another in line! The Fujitsu Lifebook M1010 is the ultra portable Netbook from the house of Fujitsu. The only thing in (my opinion) this Netbook that helps it to give a boost is the extended warranty. The ergonomics are not really interesting enough to give the boost it has really achieved. However, Fujitsu has complete confidence on the robustness of Netbook.

Into the details

Fujitsu Lifebook M1010
To be honest, the standalone goodie is the two year warranty of Fujitsu Lifebook M1010 Netbook. This is no doubt a welcome feature of a Netbook as it is generally a case to be found in a notebook. Apart from this, the quirky feature that I found to be catchy was the clip-on lid that acts as a testament of the emphasis that the Netbook makes put on personalization! Well, the company made a move towards adding an option of change to the color and you are free to do that as frequently as you change your socks!!

It also features a transparent lid but can be changed to the color of choice. Fujitsu did a smart thing in allowing us to make a choice of colors!

How will you do that? This is what I found: though the basic color is white, the transparent lid allows you to slot in other colors of your choice. However, take my advice, transparent one is not that bad as you can save a bit of money if you are planning to buy a Fujitsu Lifebook M1010.

Design and looks
I have always seen since my childhood that there is an affair been black and white and the same has once again been reflected in Fujitsu Lifebook M1010. The main chassis is edged in white while the screen bezel, speakers and the side stripes are given a black tone! However, the style is found to resemble that of Toshiba N10. This has undoubtedly given the Netbook a crisp and clean look.

An element of wonder
The fact that a lot of open space has been wasted on area just above the keyboard and the speakers has actually put me back from saying a few good things. This is something that I will not call smart engineering. The reason is simple. It could have been used more economically to give a great user experience. For instance, Fujitsu could have gone that extra mile to accommodate a larger keyboard. I could feel the keys on either side while I was busy typing. If you have large fingers, you will be really annoyed! Other than having a cramped keyboard, the keys are also quite noisy. However, they are not very flimsy but nowhere are they close to the HP Mini.

Trackpad is also small. The click buttons are placed on either side of the trackpad and thereby giving it a close look to the Aspire One style. Yet again there is wastage of space which has annoyed me. The buttons are somewhat polygonal in shape and have therefore eaten up unnecessary space.

Watch and click
The screen has a modest resolution of 1024×600 pixels with some good color and sharpness. There is very little flex on the screen. The webcam is a modest 1.3 MP and there is an inbuilt mic. These elements can together be very handy for teleconferencing. With a quite sturdy built and a solid base and a solid hinge, the feeling of robustness is delivered by Fujitsu Lifebook M1010.

Performance and battery
It has a four celled battery and there is ample room for replacing it with a larger capacity. It is powered by an N270 Atom processor and 1GB of RAM. The machine remains clean even under intensive testing conditions. Under maximum resource usage, the battery lasted for a respectable 2hrs and 27mins. However, it increased to 3hrs and 8mins under light usage conditions.

Additional Praise
Additional it comes with ThinkFree Office mobile which allows synchronizing documents online and then working with them offline. This deserves some respect as hardly enough guys can provide this. It comes bundled with Windows XP as OS and there is a WiFi available. There are two USB connectors and it uses 1.6GHz N270 Atom processor. The screen size is just 8.9” which is exactly what is expected out of a Netbook!

Conclusion
In an overall conclusion, I only like to say that Fujitsu Lifebook M1010 could have been better in terms of specifications and optimal space usage. The current configuration seems too less for the associated price tag!

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Asus EEE PC – highly mobile PC01:04 12/04/2009, eeepc, asus eee pc, buying asus eee pc, Asus Eee PC netbook news

2010-02-26T17:15:00.000-08:00

Asus EEE PC – highly mobile PC01:04 12/04/2009, eeepc, Asus eee pc, buying Asus eee pc, Asus Eee PC Netbook news
Asus EEE PC

If you are looking to outfit your highly mobile workforce with the perfect computer to be able to travel and remain productive then you have to look to the Asus EEE PC. The Asus EEE PC has been designed with remote productivity in mind and its incredibly small form factor is perfectly designed for such capabilities. The Asus EEE PC is also remarkably affordable for such a portable computer. Normally an enormous premium is paid for such portability but in the case of this remarkable computer such a huge premium is not necessary. A smart choice of software and a smart choice in hardware has allowed the Asus EEE PC to come in such a small form factor without the huge price and just as importantly without a big tradeoff in performance and without a big tradeoff in connectivity. One of the keys to having a very good mobile computer is remote connectivity options as you will be connecting to the Internet via different protocols. When you are traveling you will have access to Internet via both wifi and via Ethernet. This computer also has an incredibly easy to use interface that can help you get the things you need to do done as quickly as possible.

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Asus EEE PC – affordable & high-powered23:14 11/04/2009, eeepc, asus eee pc, uncategorized eee pc info, Asus Eee PC netbook news

2010-02-26T16:24:00.000-08:00

Asus EEE PC – affordable & high-powered23:14 11/04/2009, eeepc, Asus eee pc, uncategorized eee pc info, Asus Eee PC Netbook news
Asus EEE PC

If you want an affordable, high-powered, and sleek computer then you need to look towards the Asus EEE PC. The Asus EEE PC is a very easy to use machine that is among the most portable laptops out there and so if you travel a lot this could be the laptop for you. The following are the key highlights for the Asus EEE PC.

-Extreme portability and mobility: The Asus EEE PC is an extremely sleek and portable computer and is among the smallest laptops on the market. In addition it has all the network interface options you need to stay connected such as wifi and Ethernet. In addition it has an amazing 8 hour battery life which allows you to have power for the duration of a long flight or a road trip.
-Customizability: This computer can easily be customized to fit your personality and meet your needs. With a wide range of color and design choices you can pick a laptop that suits your tastes. In addition you can customize the add-ons to meet your requirements.
-Ease of Interface: The Asus EEE PC has an amazingly simple to use UI as the operating system has been custom designed. The interface allows you to get to frequently performed sites and applications seamlessly.

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Asus EEE PC sleek form factor17:04 10/04/2009, eeepc, asus eee pc, eee pc hardware, Asus Eee PC netbook news

2010-02-26T15:35:00.000-08:00

Asus EEE PC sleek form factor17:04 10/04/2009, eeepc, Asus eee pc, eee pc hardware, Asus Eee PC Netbook news
Asus EEE PC

If you are looking for a slick and highly customized laptop then you should definitely consider the Asus EEE PC on your shortlist. The Asus EEE PC provides an incredibly sleek form factor that makes it incredibly easy to bring with you while on the go. This computer comes in many different designs and you can get it many different brilliant colors. The super slim design and small size make it the perfect laptop for those on the go.

This computer also provides amazingly fast start-up times which is just what you need when on the go as you will often want to fill two or three minutes time and with other computers it may take that long just to get started. The Asus EEE PC is also chalk full of Internet connectivity options with wifi and Ethernet. In addition the user interface is designed to be extremely easy to use. You need no special computer skills to create documents, surf the web, and upload media. You can stay closely connected to the world with support for all the modern communications tools out there such as IM, easy access to email, and easy access to social networks. If you are looking for a laptop that helps you get the stuff you need to do done then you need to consider the Asus EEE PC.

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Asus EEE PC – affordable and multi-purpose09:40 10/04/2009, eeepc, asus eee pc, uncategorized eee pc info, Asus Eee PC netbook news

2010-02-26T14:47:00.000-08:00

Asus EEE PC – affordable and multi-purpose09:40 10/04/2009, eeepc, Asus eee pc, uncategorized eee pc info, Asus Eee PC Netbook news
Asus EEE PC

If you are looking for a great computing option for an affordable and multi-purpose computer then you need to consider the Asus EEE PC. An Asus EEE PC is a machine that comes in a terrific form factor and a great price and makes computing truly accessible. Today you want a computer with many network interface options and a computer capable of running today’s productivity applications. The Asus EEE PC excels in all these areas and can provide you with the Internet connected communication device you need. The Asus EEE PC is designed with the mobile person in mind. It seizes fully on the trend of customization with availability in many different brilliant colors and designs to fit your personality. In addition with 8 hours of battery life it is the perfect laptop to take on the go and will last you through most flights or car trips. The Asus EEE PC is extremely light meaning it is very easy to bring along with you and the weight won’t become overbearing. The small form factor also makes it the perfect computer to use in tight spaces such as while seated on an airplane. The connectivity is world class and you can access the Internet on an Asus EEE PC using any modern interface.

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The Asus Eee PC 904HA has arrived02:04 10/04/2009, eeepc, asus eee pc, buying asus eee pc, eee pc hardware, Asus Eee PC netbook news

2010-02-26T13:58:00.000-08:00

The Asus Eee PC 904HA has arrived02:04 10/04/2009, eeepc, Asus eee pc, buying Asus eee pc, eee pc hardware, Asus Eee PC Netbook news
The NEW Asus Eee PC 904 HA has arrived

Since the 1990’s, the technology available for home computing has grown at astronomical proportions. The Asus Eee PC is the epitome of what the machines have evolved into, as it is a compact, light, easy-to-use product with all of the functionality the normal user would ever need or ask for. Once upon a time, computers were only sold in desktop form, and were hefty machines that took up a good portion of space. In no time, the hardware inside of computers became more advanced and allowed for the creation of smaller equipment with better performances. Laptops become available and rapidly grew into the most popular form of PC, something that businesses preferred and families loved. The pinnacle of the new age of laptops has now arrived in the form of the Asus Eee PC 904HA.

If you pass up the opportunity to purchase an Asus Eee PC 904HA, you will be missing out on the latest and greatest computer technology existing in today’s world. With its sleek design and encompassing functionality, it is perfect for surfing the internet, writing a business paper, or even doing schoolwork. The benefits of an Asus Eee PC 904HA are too numerous to list, fully showing that the Asus Eee PC is a great product that cannot be passed up.

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Asus EEE PC for Affordable Computing02:37 09/04/2009, eeepc, asus eee pc, eee pc hardware, eee top, Asus Eee PC netbook news

2010-02-26T13:10:00.000-08:00

Asus EEE PC for Affordable Computing02:37 09/04/2009, eeepc, Asus eee pc, eee pc hardware, eee top, Asus Eee PC Netbook news
Asus EEE PC, Asus Eee Box or Eee Top for Affordable Computing

Today if you are living in any modern society then you are well aware of the fact that computing is an essential tool. You must have a computer in your home and this computer must be connected to high-speed Internet so as to get access to the information and the world outside your home. Newspapers are falling out of favor and many bills are much easier to pay online. As such if you want to stay on top of the world and keep yourself competitive then having a computer is not an optional choice. Unfortunately the demographic that has least access to computing is the demographic that can least afford to fall further behind. Computing has been relatively expensive until recently and it was hard to put together the money to buy a computer and ongoing Internet connectivity. This would lead to falling further behind as without Internet it is very hard to stay on the cutting edge. Today though a very affordable and very capable computer is available in the form of an Asus Eee Top, Asus EEE PC and Asus Eee Box. This computer provides everything needed to get up and running online in a portable and affordable format. An Asus EEE PC and Asus Eee Box and Eee Top can provide opportunities to those who couldn’t previously afford a networked computer.

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EEE PC VS. ACER ASPIRE ONE14:43 29/03/2009, eeepc, buying asus eee pc, eee pc hardware, eee pc vs. acer one, other netbooks, Asus Eee PC netbook news

2010-02-26T11:44:00.000-08:00

EEE PC VS. Acer Aspire One14:43 29/03/2009, eeepc, buying Asus eee pc, eee pc hardware, eee pc vs. acer one,

Computing is absolutely essential these days. It is an absolute competitive necessity both in this country and in many developing countries to have a computer in order to be able to excel in school, research new information, and stay on the cutting edge. Not having a computer can shut all sorts of doors as many business and bill based activities have now primarily migrated online, most research and news is now disseminated online, and many jobs are exclusively available online. In addition many employers are specifically looking for computer skills and so if you do not have your own computer odds are you will be disadvantaged in computer proficiency. Given this it is very important for everyone and particularly children in this country to have access to computers. For this to be the case we definitely need options beyond the expensive laptops and desktops out there as these are cost prohibitive for some of the most disadvantage people. As such the EEE PC provides an incredibly pivotal role by making computing accessible and available to those with lower income. This is a very important step in giving them the tools needed to begin getting ahead. This device can surf the web and do all the basics of computing needed to get ahead.

But about which one to buy.. Asus is the marked leader but the Netbooks from Acer – including the Acer Aspire One – are equally good in most points. Most Eee PCs and Acer One’s use the same hardware, so the main concern is the battery and form factor., Choose the one that looks better for you – or have the most cells and Amps in the battery, so it will last longer. Concerning battery the Asus EeePc’s er typcially better than the Acer One Aspire.. E.g. the Asus Eee PC 1000HE has very good battery where the Acer Aspire One 120 and Acer Aspire One 150 only last halv as long.. So go with the Asus Eee PC to be on the safe side

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Apple Mac Mini14:39 26/03/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, netbook reviews, Netbook Laptop Reviews

2010-02-26T10:56:00.000-08:00

Apple Mac Mini14:39 26/03/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, Netbook reviews, Netbook Laptop Reviews
Apple’s products are always a little different from its competitors. Therefore it is not surprising that the Mac Mini from Apple is not a usual Netbook. It doesn’t fit exactly into the minibook category but still offers many features that a sub-notebook buyer would look for and also more.

What the Mac Mini can offer

Apple Mac Mini
Three important benefits of the Mac Mini are that it is compact, lightweight and therefore highly portable. It easily fits into every carrying case at 6.5″ x 6.5″ by 2″ and because of its under 3 lbs weight you won’t even notice it is there. All those specifications make it comparable to the majority of minibooks. It weighs the same as many competitive products and is small, but more cube-like and not of the style of many other Netbooks that are flatter.

However, it exceeds the competitor’s products in other ways. It features a 2.0GHz (or 2.26GHz) Intel Core 2 Duo CPU that is not comparable to the Intel Atom running at 1.6GHz that many other Netbooks have. The Atom for sure is a nice processor but it simply doesn’t have the features of a Core 2 Duo – there is more to it than just a difference in clock speed frequency.

Exceeding the Netbook competition
The Mini also offers is a 1066MHz front side bus speed. What is that about you will ask – it is the circuitry that moves data from memory to CPU and the other way around. This leads to a doubling of FSB speed compared to most other Netbooks on the market. This is also true for the hard drive which depending on the configuration is either 120GB or 320GB.

Thanks to the 1GB (or 2GB) DDR3 memory what you can expect is stellar performance (other Netbooks feature 512MB to 1GB DDR2). This gets even better if you max out the Mini with 4GB of RAM. This is double to what any other minibooks allow to date. If you add the 3MB on-chip L2 cache (this intermediate storage on the processor is usually 512KB for minibooks) you will really have a high-end hybrid.

Other features of the Mac Mini
Another benefit is that Apple’s outstanding operating system enhances performance even more. It is based on Unix, secure and smoothand shows the same focus on style and ease of use that we expect from an Apple product. You will definitely differentiate yourself from the Windows crowd with the Mac Mini.

No matter where you go – you can use that power everywhere! This is ensured by the Airport Extreme Wi-Fi that is built in. Also, the unit offers Bluetooth 2.1, which is not available for all Netbooks and often just as an option.

You will also find a built-in 10/100/1 Gigabit Ethernet connector that will come in handy if you want to go hard wired. Other minibooks usually only supply 10/100Mb. On any of the 5 USB ports available on the Mac Mini you can plug in an optional USB external model or other add-ons that you are interested in.

Not a real Netbook, still a great choice
To be honest, there is one trade-off when it comes to the Mac Mini: true portability. Despite the fact that the unit is small and light and provides you with all communication features it has no built-in screen. The graphics still support up to 1920 x 1200 on DVI or VGA, which again surpasses many of the competitors. You need to bring a small LCD flat panel along in your carrying case – only then will you be ready to go!

Summarizing it can be said that the Apple Mac Mini is far superior to many Netbooks in many ways. However, it is not a true Netbook and therefore won’t satisfy the needs of all people interested in a Netbook for example of those who like to take it to school or on a plane trip. You have to plug it into the wall as there is no battery like in laptops. If portability is not the main issue for you but rather power then this small computing platform will be an excellent choice.

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Acer Aspire One14:49 24/03/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, netbook reviews, Netbook Laptop Reviews

2010-02-26T10:08:00.000-08:00

Acer Aspire One14:49 24/03/2009, Netbook Laptop Reviews, Netbook reviews, Netbook Laptop Reviews
Just recently we have experienced minibooks or Netbooks as they are also called really come of age. One major reason for this evolution is the Acer Aspire One. Like all of these units it brings the benefit of being compact, but is also packed with most of the features that a regular laptop would bring you. Astonishingly the power and capacity of the Acer Aspire One is about equal to the power and capacity of high-end laptops from a couple of years back.

A Netbook is not a laptop

Acer Aspire One
However, what should be clear is that Netbooks are not intended to be able to do everything that their big brothers, the regular laptops, can do. Also they won’t be able to perform similar tasks with the same flexibility or speed. This trade-off seems very minor tough if you think of the portability you will gain with a minibook. You will for sure not be disappointed if you just want to perform the regular tasks of laptop users which are surfing the web, writing memos or updating spreadsheets.

Processor and RAM
Those tasks can be performed with the Acer Aspire One in a very robust way because of Intel’s 1.6Ghz Atom processor. It is not the same powerhouse of the company’s Dual-Core monsters as found in the full-scale machines, but still delivers enough speed to perform all the tasks you will usually want to do.

You will have plenty of RAM in order to run word processing software without having to get frustrated. You can easily use Open Office Writer, which is pre-installed on the Netbook, and edit 600-page documents without any problem with 512MB. There are even some configurations that have 1GB RAM pre-installed. In case you want to fire up a calculation spreadsheet from this set of productivity tools you will only notice a slightly prolonged loading time than on a standard notebook.

Storage options for Netbooks
On the Netbooks you will usually also find plenty of storage space for all the documents you want to work on. The 8GB SSD hard drive is quite tiny in comparison to regular laptops, but it will still take a long time to fill up the built in storage space with documents that are usually only a few dozen kilobytes big.

If you reach that limit thee is still a slot for a SD card with which you can solve your problem easily. There are many high capacity SD cards available at very reasonable prices so inserting an extra 16GB is an easy and convenient task. You can simply move your larger files there and are ready again in just a couple of minutes.

There is even another SD slot that you can format in a way to look like an internal hard drive space – even less problems for you. Another thing you can do if you know you will need more space is to acquire the Aspire One with 160GB standard hard drive which is only a little bit more expensive.

Choose between Linux and Windows
This system comes pre-loaded with Linux Lite. Don’t be afraid of that – it is really easy to learn and use. If you think you really can’t get used to any other system than Windows you can simply install Windows XP and use either Open Offe or Microsoft Office on your Netbook.

There are some Netbooks with which you will have problems watching YouTube videos as they are not running fast enough, but that is not an issue for the Aspire One. Connectivity is no problem because of the wireless 802.11g support. You can use Firefox just like on a normal laptop and go to every website you like to.

Buy a Netbook for the right reasons
Again, buying the Acer Aspire One, don’t expect to buy a high-end laptop model – it is not. It’s a Netbook which lacks some features of the regular laptops, but has many benefits too. If you have the right expectations you will be amazed by how a 2 lbs and 9.8” x 6.7” x 1.14” model provides you with lightweight and small platform for general computing that works in an excellent way.

Don’t forget to check out our second review of the Acer Aspire One!

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