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Archos 9 8.9-inch PC Tablet

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 03:10:44 +0000

8.9″, Windows 7 Starter, Intel Atom Z515 (1.20GHz), 1GB RAM, 60GB HDD, 5 hrs of battery life — $549.99

The PC Tablet is the next wave of personal computing. It combines the power of a desktop with the portability of a netbook. A PC Tablet is equipped with a stylus or touch screen allowing maneuverability around the screen with the touch of a finger or point of a stylus. The Tablet is considered more mobile and can be used where notebooks or netbooks are impractical. Tablet PC does allow the user to install any compatible operating system and applications. Other tablet devices such as eBook readers and PDA’s do not offer that capability.

The PC Tablet is an electronic sketch or note pad. It has the capabilities of taking written notes and turning them into an image then into type and can take a sketch and turn it into an electronic drawing.

The Archos 9 PC Tablet is ten inches wide and 5 inches high and displays a nine inch wide matte-finish touch screen with high-definition videos. It sports Windows 7 operating system and a 60 GB hard drive capable of running your favorite software. The device weighs all of twenty nine ounces and with less than an inch thick, the Archos 9 PC Tablet can fit almost any bag you might carry.

The Tablet is powered by the Intel Atom Z515 and comes preloaded with Lotus Symphony to create and edit documents, spread sheets and presentations. It is capable of multitasking and running several applications simultaneously. The Tablet also features Bluetooth connectivity and allows the user to connect a Bluetooth keyboard to you Archos 9 Tablet for added productivity.

The touch screen makes navigation about the slate easy and effortless. A built in kick stand allows for hands free viewing of videos. Write out email and surf the web by lowering the kick stand to slightly elevated position. A rechargeable battery provides up to 5 hours of unplugged time giving the user enough time to watch a movie or two while traveling, as long as you are not driving. Carrying recharged extra batteries with you will add to the unplugged time, allowing more work to be done, or movies to be watched.

Built in Wi-Fi allows the user to connect to email, home or office or work anywhere such as the library, cyber cafe or even your own backyard. The Tablet also allows the user to plug the device into your Smartphone via Bluetooth and browse the web without a Wi-Fi signal.

Users of the Archos 9 PC Tablet find the size and weight a plus but the inability to install a program without an external drive is a bit annoying. The hard drive is a bit small but useable for small, working projects but not storing data indefinitely. Users find it perfect as a video player and the ability to connect to the Internet through Bluetooth and Smartphone technology is a definite winner.

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Archos 9 PC Tablet Specifications

Operating System	Windows 7 Starter Edition
Processor	Intel Atom Z515 (1.20GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 400MHz FSB, 2W maximum power consumption)
Chipset	Intel Poulsbo US15W
Memory	1GB onboard (DDR2 400 MHz SDRAM)
Storage	60GB HDD (1.8″)
Display	8.9 inch LED backlight Resistive touch screen
Display Resolution	1024 x 600
Graphics	Integrated Intel GMA 500
Audio	Audio card : Realtek ALC269 2 built-in stereo speakers Built-in microphone
Webcam	1.3 megapixel
Ethernet LAN	10/100 Fast Ethernet
Wireless LAN	54g Wi-Fi (802.11b/g)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR
Ports	1 USB 2.0 port (2 additional ports via port replicator) DC-IN jack 3.5″ audio output (1 additional output via port replicator) Microphone input (via port replicator) Ethernet port (via port replicator)
Mouse Navigation	Optical finger navigation system (trackpoint) Left and right mouse buttons
Dimensions (W x D x H)	10.07″ x 5.28″ x 0.67″
Weight	1.8 lbs. (800 grams)
Power/Battery	Internal: removable Lithium Polymer battery, up to 5 hours External: Power adapter/charger
Package Includes	ARCHOS 9, removable battery, stylus, AC adapter with power cord, user guide, legal and safety notice
Color	Black

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Graphics on Netbooks Guide: Discrete vs. Integrated Graphics

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The graphics processing unit (GPU) is the microprocessor that offloads and accelerates 2D or 3D graphics from the microprocessor. The GPU is the main cog that controls everything you see on the computer screen. At one time, most computers were built with integrated graphic GPU’s. As gaming and video output has increased and the technology has improved the quality of graphics, the integrated GPU was found to be less than optimal for some applications. Discrete graphic GPU’s were developed to support the advance of graphic quality. Let’s look at the difference between the two.

Discrete graphics means the GPU has its own dedicated memory to process graphics data. It is separate from the memory that supports other computer functions and does not process any other date, making its performance faster. It supports TV-out as well as multiple-screen display.

The integrated graphics card means the GPU is integrated or attached to the motherboard. The GPU shares the memory available with other computer functions, sometimes making the graphics display less than optimal. Integrated graphics GPU’s are far less powerful, and can seem slower than those on a dedicated video card.

For the everyday computer user searching the web, visiting web sites, utilizing programs for word processing and spread sheets, an integrated graphics GPU is just fine. Any loss of graphic quality and speed will be minor and not even noticeable to the unsuspecting eye. For the computer and gaming enthusiast who runs a high-definition video or video game, or the person who runs heavy duty graphic related programs, the difference will be quite noticeable. The flow of the graphics will not be able to keep up with the speed of the computer.

The cost of the discrete graphic card is more expensive than the integrated graphics card, right now, because the discrete graphics requires its own hardware and RAM to function. As technology improves, and it is improving every day, it will not be long before prices between the two will be compatible, and it will be just as economical to install a discrete graphics card as it is to install an integrated card today.

Unless you are into gaming and heavy duty graphics big time and that will be the primary use of your netbook, staying with the integrated graphics card might be your best decision.

Most original netbooks were built using the integrated graphics system. They were not intended to be used as work horses, and speed was not a priority. Unfortunately, the original netbooks are not upgradeable to a discrete graphics system, without building the entire machine from top to bottom and inside and out.

Netbooks today are upgradeable for the cost of a new graphics card and most new netbooks out on the market are being used as gaming books and heavy duty graphics machines. A drawback to using a netbook with a discrete card on battery and is the graphics will suck up the battery life quicker.

The new ION netbooks will feature NVIDIA ION 2 graphics and the NVIDIA Optimus technology, which dynamically switches between the integrated Intel graphics and the higher performance NVIDIA ION graphics card graphics without any user intervention required. If you are using your netbook to watch Flash or HD video, or play a game Optimus will turn on the ION graphics. For other tasks, you will be using the integrated GMA 3150 graphics offered by Intel. This helps prolong your battery life while giving you the graphics boost you need when you need it.

What type of laptop computer fits you best?

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 03:02:55 +0000

Purchasing your own laptop is investing in a device that will provide you with a lot of conveniences. There are a variety of alternatives in the market that you can choose from. Looking for the perfect choice that will suit your needs and purposes, you will have the ability to maximize your productivity and be more active in accomplishing your numerous tasks..

First of all, you have to know what a laptop or a notebook computer is. Simply put, it is a compact device that weighs around 3 to 7 lbs and performs a variety of system applications. It has the same functionality as a desktop computer but offers more appeal because of its mobility and lightweight. It features LCD screen and keyboard combined in a single device that allows you to achieve productivity and adaptability by bringing it anywhere you want.

Finding the Laptop that Fits You

There are several categories that a laptop can fall under. Familiarizing yourself with these different classifications can help you reach the most applicable choice for the model you will be putting your money in.

1. Netbook

Netbook is a small portable computer and usually has a 9 inch or 10 inch screen, weighing about 2 to 3 lbs. It is relatively on the inexpensive side of the market with prices around $500 or less.

Currently, netbooks are the hottest thing to hit laptops since the touch pad, but they are not advisable to use as a primary computer because it can perform limited tasks. They are not good for much more than surfing the web, checking email, working on office documents, and a bit of multimedia playing because they run on less powerful processors.

Most netbooks are powered by an Intel Atom or AMD CPU, which is a low voltage, single-core CPU for extended battery life. New latest netbooks in 2010 will run for 10-14 hours on a single charge. This is an achievement and standard unimaginable in just the recent past.

They usually have no internal optical drive. They also have added networking features such as LAN, modem, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and WWAN whereas the last two are optional.

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2. Ultraportable (Ultrathin)

If netbooks are preferable as a secondary computer, the ultraportable can be used as a primary system because of the additional features that they have against the former. If your needs require you to bring along a somehow reliable primary computer in your constant traveling, then getting your hands on an ultraportable will certainly be a good purchase for you.

Ultraportables are extremely light with small keyboards and screens. Most come with a screen size (diagonal) of 12 inch or less, weigh 4 lbs or less and without optical drives.

Ultraportable features the new Intel consumer ultralow-voltage (CULV) processors which are available in both single core and dual core version are somewhat more powerful than the Atom processor, but cost only slightly higher than the Atom CPU.

Prices range typically from $600 – $800. If you want something better and would like to avail of a more advantageous package, you can find offerings at the cost $2000 up.

While you can surely experience the gains in portability and mobility with the ultraportable, you have to be aware that these systems have several limitations that are due to their compact nature. Using this type of laptop computer, you are likely to work with a less powerful performance and limited space for the keyboard and the display. They have limited ports and connectivity.

3. Thin-and-Light

For portability and performance integrated, thin and light laptops are the best choices. With their common features of a 4 to 6 lbs weight and 13.3 to 14.1 inches display screen, you will find that the devices under this category are generally comfortable to use and has more capabilities than netbooks and ultraportables.

Thin-and-light laptop computers are characterized by a reasonably larger keyboard that allows you to work in convenience and with more space. They also exhibit bigger screen displays and a CD/DVD drive while still offering great portability and battery life.

If you want to enjoy more comfort and more features with a laptop computer, going for the lightweight and practical thin-and-light model is the practical solution that you should favor.

4. Mainstream (Midsize)

Mainstreams are the most common type of laptop and a popular choice with lucrative features including word processing, home entertainment, and online functionalities.

They are slightly bigger than thin-and-lights and weigh about 6 to 8 lbs. with a 14 or 15 inch screen. Generally, the mainstream laptop will provide performance and features equal to thin-and-lights, but with more peripheral connections and a slightly lower price. Mainstream Prices is Typically $700 – $900.

They can appear less attractive and a bit bulky than other models. They also have a relatively shorter battery life as compared to other classes. You can choose from quite a number of processors ranging from slow ones (AMD Sempron or Intel Celeron) to the medium alternatives (AMD Turion 64 or Intel Core Duo) up to the fast choices (AMD Turion 64 X2, Intel Core 2 Duo, and New Intel Core i5 and Core i7). They come with internal CD/DVD drive and memory card reader.

5. Desktop Replacement

Equipped with mobility but with heavier frames are desktop replacements. They offer larger dimensions and can be a bit difficult to carry around. They sport massive appearances with a weight of 7 lbs up and screen size of 17 inches, or in some cases 19 or 20 inches.

As per system capacity, desktop replacements can be very reliable. They can measure up to the functionality of a desktop computer (hence for the name, desktop replacements.)

While desktop replacements are integrated with fast dual core processors, up to a quad-core Core 2 Quad or the new, more powerful Intel Core i7 processor, they are bulky, tend to be very hot, and have poor battery performance. Despite the disadvantages offered by this type, you can accomplish a lot because of its multifunctional system, numerous ports and connections, large hard disk space, and optical disc drive.

Popular among home and business users, these systems can deliver enough computing muscle for serious gaming, multimedia authoring, and even high-level digital audio and video work.

Because it is highly capable of performing various tasks, it is priced considerably higher at $1000 and above.

6. Tablet PC

Tablet PCs are widely known and popular for their portability, flexibility and unique features. Tablet PCs share the same lightweight and compact features to an ultraportable, but tablets allow for the use of a stylus directly on the screen making it more practical and easy to navigate.

Tablet PCs have two different types: the convertible tablet and the slate tablet. The convertible tablet has a traditional look, which is not very different from the regular laptops you see nowadays. But unlike the normal laptops, they have the capability to rotate the screen up to 180° to provide for easier folding on top of their built-in keyboards.

Slate tablets, on the other hand, do not have keyboards. They are equipped with full touch screen displays that make it flexible, portable, and extremely popular.

The usual weight of tablet PCs is at the average of 4 lbs or less which may differ depending on the size and the model of the unit. They are also very compact and sport less than an inch of thickness. They are equipped with handwriting recognition software and costs around $500. Other models with superior capabilities can range up to $2000.

Apart from the larger display and touch screen features, they generally have the same setbacks as ultraportables and netbooks.

Samsung N220-11 10.1-inch Netbook

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:43:53 +0000

10.1″, Windows 7 Starter, Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz), 1GB RAM, 250GB HDD, 10 hrs of battery life — $369.00

10.1 inch WSVGA LED-backlit (matte screen)
Windows 7 Starter
Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)
1GB DDR2 RAM
250GB HDD (5400 RPM)
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 10 hours

The Samsung N220 series has the basic Windows Starter 7 operating system. It has the Intel Atom N450 processor and the Mobile Intel NM10 Express Chipset. The N220 series boats 1 GB of screaming RAM, a 250 GB hard drive, a 10.1 inch WSVGA LED back-lit screen with a matte finish with 1024×600 resolution. It comes with high-definition sound with microphone noise suppression and 3 stereo speakers, built in web camera and a Wi-Fi and Ethernet connection. This particular Samsung series does not have Bluetooth capabilities. But it does have 3 USB and a VGA port, microphone and headphone port and an RJ45 LAN port.

The N220-11’s are ultra thin and ultra stylish, fashionable as well as functional. This particular series features the pointillism pattern design. It is a finished polished of rich, gorgoues color with a trim sideline of chrome detail.

The matte finish resulting in an anti-glare display is one of the best features of the Samsung netbooks. The images, graphics and movies are brighter even in bright light. An LED display uses less power making the N220 series energy friendly and efficient.

An up to 10 hour battery life, the N220 series will keep you working after the others have quit for the day. 10 hours of unplugged time means you can work anywhere despite a shortage of plugs. A long flight or train ride can still be productive with the N220 series.

The N220 series does not waste time powering up and you will waste no time starting your work each day with an amazing 3 second start. An advanced sleep mode allows the N220 series to back up data onto HDD and memory. In case of unexpected power failure, your battery runs out of juice or you are pulled away from your computer for a while; all your contents and work will be waiting just as you left them once you restart your netbook.

The matte finish on the display adds a few extra dollars to the cost of this series of netbooks making this netbook slightly higher in price than comparable netbooks. If glare is a problem for you, a matte finish is well worth the extra cost. Otherwise, this series of netbooks score high marks from its users especially the extended battery life. With people working in places other than a traditional office, longer battery life is a definite help when electrical outlets are not an option.

Samsung N220-11 Specifications

Operating System	Windows 7 Starter
Processor	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
Chipset	Mobile Intel NM10 Express
Memory	1GB DDR2 RAM
Storage	250GB HDD (5400 rpm)
Display	10.1 inch WSVGA LED-backlit (matte screen)
Display Resolution	1024 x 600
Graphics	Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 (integrated graphics)
Audio	High Definition Audio Mic Noise Suppression SRS 3D Sound Effect 3 W Stereo Speaker (1.5 W x 2)
Webcam	Built-in webcam
Ethernet LAN	10/100 Fast Ethernet
Wireless LAN	Wireless-N (802.11b/g/n)
Bluetooth	No
Optical Drive	Sold separate
Memory Card Reader	MultiMedia Card(MMC) Secure Digital (SD) Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Secure Digital eXtended Capacity (SDXC)
Ports	VGA for connecting to an external monitor 3 USB 2.0 RJ45 LAN port Microphone input port Headphone output port
Keyboard and Touchpad	84 key Keyboard and Multi-touch touchpad
Dimensions (W x D x H)	10.4″ x 7.4″ x 1.5″
Weight	2.78 lbs. (1.26kg)
Power/Battery	40W AC Adapter 6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 10 hours
Color	Green Pointillism Pattern

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Best Netbooks for Kids

admin — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 14:40:52 +0000

Netbooks are small, light weight and inexpensive computers geared toward general computing and accessing web based applications. They are also called mini notebooks or ultra portables and often marketed as companion devices. When netbooks first appeared on the market in late 2007, they featured small screens and keyboards and reduced specifications and computing power. They were less expensive than laptops, and some wireless data carriers offered them at no cost with an extended service contract.

Netbooks have since have grown in size, features and capabilities. They have been called “nothing more than smaller, cheap notebooks” by CNET. Netbooks have less powerful hardware than the larger laptops and some do not have a conventional hard drive, but solid state storage devices instead. They require less power but are faster, lighter and more shock resistant. They also have less storage capabilities such as 8, 16 or 32 gigabyte instead of 80 to 500 gigabyte found in a laptop.

Netbooks are an excellent first computer for kids primarily because of their cost. One of the first netbooks, the OLPC XO, was made by a company attempting to make low-cost computers to allow all kids to optimize their learning skills in preparation for the twenty-first century. Most netbooks come with damage proof hardware, kid friendly operating systems and software and parental control. They are a little more ruggedly built to withstand the punishment only a kid can deliver. Netbooks are kid friendly but contain more parental controls than a standard laptop or desk top computer. This gives the parents peace of mind while still allowing their child to spread their computer wings and keep pace with the technology that has become common place.

Offered by Dell, the Inspiron Mini 10v Nickelodeon Edition has a touch of green slime on the outside cover and inside palm rest for the Nickelodeon enthusiast. It weighs less than 3 pounds and the Wi-Fi connection is designed to keep kids connected to email, music, learning, family and friends and more. The Dell Mini features 3 USB ports, spill-resistant keyboard, 160GB hard drive and access to Nickelodeon interactive entertainment. While some consumers sighted limited configuration options as a negative, they gave the Dell Mini high marks for its portability, rugged design, and the ability to upgrade some features.

Disney Netpal by ASUS is designed for kids but with parents in mind. It is kid safe with parental controlled Features 24+ that allows parents to decide what Internet sites are acceptable and which are not. It also allows the parent to restrict the use of certain features at certain times such as games during school hours. It is light weight but with ruggedly designed housing and a spill proof keyboard, perfect for kids. Built in Wi-Fi allows your child connect to the Internet in a safe environment and keeps your child connected to family and friends, email, blogs and the ability to do homework. The Disney Netpal comes with 16GB storage and the Windows XP Home operating system. This netbook is preloaded with Microsoft Works, Outlook Express and games. Consumers give these netbook high marks all around for their design, storage capabilities, speed and value.

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Dell White Slimed Inspiron Mini 10v Nickelodeon Edition Netbook PC with Intel Atom Processor & Windows XP

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HP Mini 5102 FN098UT 10.1-inch Netbook

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10.1″, Windows 7 Starter, Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz), 1GB RAM, 160GB HDD, 4.5 hrs of battery life — $399.99

10.1 inch WSVGA LED display
Windows 7 Starter
Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)
1GB DDR2 RAM
160GB HDD (7200 rpm)
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator HD
4-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 4.5 hours

Maximize your mobility with the 10.1-inch diagonal mini that packs amazing functionality into a stylish, yet durable companion PC.

The premier mini

Available in three fashionable colors (red, blue, and black) the HP Mini 5102 features multi-touch capabilities for easier navigation, Face Recognition for easy log-in, and Corel Home Office for office productivity. Stay productive while on the go with an Intel Atom processor, integrated 2 MP Webcam and wireless technologies.

Good things, small package

Starting at only 2.64 lb / 1.2 kg and only .91 inches thin, this durable companion PC features a comfortable 95% full-sized, spill-resistant keyboard, plus a touchpad to give you close to full sized notebook familiarity. The all-metal case of aluminum and magnesium helps protect your HP Mini, and the optional handle makes it easy to carry. Two battery options let you choose between the lightest weight or the longest battery life. And Face Recognition for HP ProtectTools lets you log in to Windows and websites simply by looking at your HP Mini.

Business doesn’t sit still

Integrated HP Mobile Broadband powered by Gobi allows you to access the internet, company intranet, and e-mail in more places than ever before.

Stay in sync

Avoid maintaining multiple documents, media files, email contacts, and emails between your primary PC and your Mini. HP QuickSync lets you synchronize your data in a snap!

Stay productive

Corel Home Office is a sleek office suite for word processing, spreadsheets and presentation projects. Similar to the office suites you’ve used before, it lets you quickly prepare, edit and present great-looking letters, reports, charts, quotations, memos and mailings, and is pre-installed on your HP Mini at no extra charge.

HP QuickLook 3 provides read and write capability of email, calendar, task and contact information in seconds at the touch of a button, without having to boot up.

HP Mini 5102 FN098UT Specifications

Operating System	Windows 7 Starter
Processor	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
Chipset	Mobile Intel NM10 Express
Memory	1GB DDR2 800MHz RAM (1 slot, Max 2GB)
Storage	160GB HDD (7200 rpm)
Display	10.1 inch WSVGA LED LED-backlit
Display Resolution	1024 x 600
Graphics	Intel Graphics Media Accelerator HD
Audio	High Definition audio Integrated stereo speakers Integrated stereo microphones Stereo headphone/line out
Webcam	2 megapixel
Ethernet LAN	10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
Wireless LAN	802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Optical Drive	Sold separate: HP USB 2.0 External CD Burner/DVD Combo For Netbook
Memory Card Reader	MultiMedia Card (MMC) Secure Digital (SD)
Ports	VGA for connecting to an external monitor 3 USB 2.0 ports RJ45 LAN port Headphone-out/Microphone in
Keyboard and Touchpad	95% full sized Keyboard and Touchpad with scroll zone and two soft-touch buttons
Security	Kensington lock slot Setup Password Power-on password HP ProtectTools Security Manager HP Disk Sanitizer
Dimensions (W x D x H)	10.30″ x 7.09″ x 0.91″
Weight	2.64 lbs. (1.20 kg)
Power/Battery	40W AC Adapter 4-cell 29Wh Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 4.5 hours
Color	Black

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Gateway LT3119u 11.6-Inch Netbook with AMD Dual-Core

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11.6″, Windows 7 Home Premium, AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core (1.20GHz), 2GB DDR2 RAM, 250GB HDD, 4 hrs of battery life — $399.99

11.6 inch WXGA Ultrabright LED-backlit display
Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core L310 (1.20GHz)
2GB DDR2 RAM
250GB HDD (5400 rpm)
ATI Radeon X1270 graphics
6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery (4400mAh), up to 4 hours

Mobility, web access, and communications merge with the Gateway® LT Series Netbook. This smart-looking, easy-to-tote mobile sidekick is powered by Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium and AMD Athlon™ performance processing. At last, this is a netbook outfitted with the deluxe features that will let you really get tasks done and remain at the center of your social network. So access the Internet, check your e-mail, communicate with friends, share photos, listen to music and review documents. The look of luxury continues to the rounded edges, silver hinges and engraved metallic logo. Plus, its textured palm rest hides fingerprints and wears much better than glossy-finished palm rests, meaning it’ll prove to be just as durable as it is chic.

This fashionable design of the LT31 Series expresses style and personality with its gloss finish and engraved stainless steel logo. At only about 1-inch thin, this Netbook is easy to carry on the go, and provides up to 4-hours of cable-free battery life.
Fueled with 2 GB Memory and the AMD Athlon 64 X2 dual-core processor, experience uncompromising performance to multitask with ease and breeze through demanding applications while on-the-go.
The 11.6-inch Ultrabright LED-backlit display supports high-definition fun while 16:9 aspect ratio provides true cinematic view for movies watching and HD Internet videos on the go.
Enhanced ATI Radeon X1270 Graphics delivers smooth-playing movies, online video and more that are bursting with color.
Windows 7 Home Premium makes the things you do every day easier bringing a great entertainment experience to your PC.

Gateway LT3119u Specifications

Operating System	Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
Processor	AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core L310 (1.20GHz)
Chipset	AMD RS690V
Memory	2GB DDR2 RAM
Storage	250GB HDD (5400 rpm)
Display	11.6 inch WXGA Ultrabright LED-backlit HD widescreen (glossy screen)
Display Resolution	1366 x 768 (16:9 HD Resolution)
Graphics	ATI Radeon X1270 (integrated graphics)
Audio	High Definition Audio Stereo Speakers Built-in microphone
Webcam	0.3 megapixel
Ethernet LAN	10/100 Fast Ethernet
Wireless LAN	54g Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g)
Bluetooth	No
Memory Card Reader	MultiMedia Card (MMC) Secure Digital (SD) Memory Stick (MS) Memory Stick Pro (MS Pro) xD-Picture Card (xD)
Ports	VGA for connecting to an external monitor 3 USB 3.0 ports RJ45 LAN port Microphone input port Headphone output port
Keyboard and Touchpad	Full-size keyboard and Multi-gesture Touchpad
Dimensions (W x D x H)	11.26″ x 7.99″ x 1.03″
Weight	3.04 lbs. (1.38 kg)
Power/Battery	6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery (4400mAh), up to 4 hours
Color	NightSky Black

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ASUS Eee PC 1018P 10.1-Inch Netbook

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10.1″, Windows 7 Starter, Intel Atom N455 (1.66GHz), 1GB DDR3 RAM, 250GB HDD, 9 hrs of battery life — $379.99

10.1 inch WSVGA LED-backlit display
Windows 7 Starter
Intel Atom Processor N455 (1.66GHz)
1GB DDR3 RAM
250GB HDD (5400 rpm)
4-cell 44Wh Removable, Li-polymer Battery, up to 9 hours
Easy Mobile connectivity with built-in 802.11n and Bluetooth 3.0

Confidently take 1018P wherever you go

Lifestyle-oriented, the 1018P’s modern and graceful design ties in seamlessly with haute couture, and ensuring that you turn heads anytime, anywhere. From the boardrooms to the cafes, the Eee PC™ 1018P will never look out of place. Ultra-thin, light, and with the capacity for all day computing, the Eee PC™ 1018P has been designed to cater to the computing needs of your always on-the-go social lifestyle.

Raising the Bar in Design Evolution

The classic Eee PC™ gets reinvented with the Eee PC™ 1018P. This newest iteration of the netbook that started it all features an all-new metallic chassis to deliver a sleek and clean finish. Designed from the ground up for the social elite, the 1018P has a slim, 18mm form factor, and weights in at just 1.1kg. It will ignite your passion for style and sophistication.

The 1018P is designed to reflect your personality and your premium lifestyle. Its elegant finish comes by way of an aluminum coat on its flat surfaces, and that is further accented by a 10.1” WSVGA display, a seamless palm rest, and an embedded chiclet keyboard.

High Speed Connectivity

The Eee PC™ 1018P comes with USB 3.0**, enabling you to transfer data at speeds up to 10 times*** faster than current USB 2.0 connections. Speed and efficiency in a stylish mobile platform, your Eee PC™ 1018P is a perfect combination of beauty and performance.

Also, the 1018P is capable of charging mobile phones via USB** even when the Eee PC is switched off. The mobile phone can also draw power from the Eee PC’s battery.

The 1018P’s built-in 0.3M Pixels webcam lets you videoconference with business associates a world away, while Gigabit Ethernet** with up-to 1Gbps*** transfer rate, Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 3.0 ensures that you’re well-connected even when you step out of the office.

Data Security and Protection Evolved – Fingerprint**

The Eee PC™ 1018P comes with an array of security features that have been designed to protect you and your data. Its biometric fingerprint scanner adds an extra barrier of protection to prevent unauthorized access.

Data Security and Protection Evolved– Camera Cover

The 1018P’s built-in webcam has a mindful camera lens cover. It could be switched off for additional privacy protection.

Efficiency Evolved

The Eee PC™ 1018P is powered by the new Intel® Atom™ N455/475 processor to deliver a more efficient and productive computing performance. Together with the ASUS-exclusive Super Hybrid Engine power management system, the 1018P delivers up to 9 hours* of battery life for all day computing.

Data Security and Protection Evolved — Syncables**

Syncables Desktop DE keeps your photos, videos, music, documents, bookmarks, emails in sync wherever you check them, no matter which device you use. Even though you are not convenient to use Notebook, you could check the file on Syncables Desktop DE via cell phone or other devices. Moreover, this software supports cross-platform usage such as PC, Mac, Linux and mobile devices.

* Operation lifetime subject to product model, normal usage conditions and configurations. For more information, please visit here.
** Availability is dependent on selected model, country or operator support. Check with your local ASUS website for more details.
***Speeds quoted are component specification. Actual speeds may vary by configuration and devices used.
****Complimentary one-year 500GB ASUS WebStorage trial. Please visit www.asuswebstorage.com for more details. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please visit www.asus.com for more information.

All specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers. Products may not be available in all markets.
PCB color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice.
Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies.

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ASUS Eee PC 1018P-BU17 Specifications

Operating System	Windows 7 Starter
Processor	Intel Atom N455 (1.66GHz)
Chipset	Mobile Intel NM10 Express
Memory	1GB DDR3 RAM
Storage	250GB HDD (5400 rpm)
Display	10.1 inch WSVGA LED-backlit (glossy screen)
Display Resolution	1024 x 600
Graphics	Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 (integrated graphics)
Audio	High Definition Audio CODEC Stereo Speakers Built-in microphone
Webcam	0.3 megapixel
Ethernet LAN	10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
Wireless LAN	Wireless-N (802.11b/g/n)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 3 + HS (hign speed)
Memory Card Reader	MultiMedia Card (MMC) Secure Digital (SD) Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
Ports	VGA for connecting to an external monitor 3 USB 3.0 ports RJ45 LAN port Microphone input port Headphone output port
Keyboard and Touchpad	Chiclet keyboard and Multi-touch touchpad No fingerprint
Dimensions (W x D x H)	10.3″ x 7.1″ x 0.9″
Weight	2.4 lbs. (1.1 kg)
Power/Battery	4-cell 44Wh Removable, Li-polymer Battery, up to 9 hours
Warranty and Support	1-Year Global Warranty 6-Months for battery
Color	Black, White with Aluminum texture

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Date first available: July 2, 2010
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Asus Eee PC Seashell 1018P-PU17-BK 10.1-Inch Netbook - Black

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HP Mini Netbooks

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HP Mini Netbooks 2010

HP Mini 210-11 Series – 10.1″
(Jun 2010)

More info…
10.1 inch WSVGA LED HP BrightView Infinity Display (1024 x 600)
Windows 7 Starter
Intel Atom N455 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
1GB DDR3 RAM
250GB (7200 rpm) HDD
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 9.75 hours (2.99 lbs.)
802.11 b/g/n wireless LAN
Available models : 1150NR, 1160NR, 1170NR, 1180NR, 1190NR

HP Mini 210-1099SE – 10.1″
(Mar 2010)

More info…
10.1 inch WSVGA LED HP BrightView Infinity Display (1024 x 600)
Wndows 7 Home Premium
Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
2GB DDR2 RAM
250GB (7200 rpm) HDD
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
3-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 4.25 hours (2.69 lbs.)
802.11 b/g Wireless LAN, Bluetooth
Available models : HP Mini 210-1099SE

HP Mini 210-10 Series – 10.1″
(Jan 2010)

More info…
10.1 inch WSVGA LED HP BrightView Infinity Display (1024 x 600)
Windows 7 Starter
Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
1GB DDR2 RAM
160GB (5400 rpm) or 250GB (7200 rpm) HDD
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 9.75 hours (2.69 lbs.)
802.11 b/g or 802.11 b/g/n wireless LAN
Available models : 1040NR, 1055NR, 1085NR, 1095NR, 1084NR, 1050NR, 1070NR, 1080NR, 1090NR

HP Mini 110-30 Series – 10.1″
(Jun 2010)

More info…
10.1 inch WSVGA HP Anti-glare LED Display (1024 x 600)
Windows 7 Starter
Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
1GB DDR2 RAM
160GB (5400 rpm) HDD
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 9.5 hours
Available models : 3030NR

HP Mini Netbooks 2009

HP Mini 311 Series – 11.6″
(Oct 2009)

More info …
11.6 inch WSVGA LED Display (1366 x 768)
Windows XP or Windows 7 Home Premium
Intel Atom N270 Processor (1.60 GHz, 512 KB L2 Cache)
1GB or 2GB DDR2 RAM
160GB or 250GB (5400 rpm) HDD
NVIDIA ION Graphics
6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 6.25 hours (3.22 lbs.)
802.11 b/g Wireless LAN
Available models : HP Mini 311-1000NR, HP Mini 311-1025NR

HP Mini 110-11 Series – 10.1″
(Jul 2009)

10.1 inch WSVGA LED Display (1024 x 600)
Windows XP or Windows 7 Starter
Intel Atom N270 Processor (1.60 GHz, 512 KB L2 Cache)
1GB DDR2 RAM
160GB (5400 rpm) HDD
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 8 hours
Available models : 1125NR, 1126NR

HP Mini Netbook Reviews

What Is the Best Netbook to buy in the summer of 2010?

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It seems that more people than ever before are asking the same question when it comes to netbooks: which one is the best buy for this summer? Though the history of the netbook is a short one – the first one just came out in 2007, after all – the technology has continued to evolve at an amazing pace. As a result, if you looked at netbooks six or seven months ago and thought you knew which one you wanted to buy this summer, you might want to look again. It is pretty much a sure bet that whatever you looked at last winter is a relic of the past by now. So how do you decide which netbook is the best one to buy right at this point in time?

Go with the ten inch

The most obvious thing to do is also the easiest in this case: simply imitate what everyone else is doing. The most popular netbooks in the world right now continue to be the ten inch units. Their display is just good enough to satisfy almost every user, and the keyboard and overall design of these small units make them easy to manipulate and still nearly as light as the seven inch netbooks. Of course, there is still a lot of variety in the ten inch category, as different manufacturers have managed to cement different types of reputations within this industry.

The budget is best

Since this is your first netbook, there is no reason for you to go all out in the area of price. Companies like ASUS still produce netbooks that sell for under $300. These netbooks have an average of 160GB hard drive space, but can operate for the better part of eight or nine hours on nothing but battery power. Acer has a similar model that really differs only in the small change in battery life. The Acer’s only real competitive edge is that it offers wireless N Wi-Fi capability rather than the lesser network standards. Can you store all of your movies, music, and pictures on one of these models? Of course you can’t. But then again, that’s not the reason why you get a netbook, is it?

How to compare

Of course, there is no reason to limit your search for the best netbook of 2010 to just these two manufacturers. HP, Dell, Toshiba and other companies have also made their indelible mark on the industry, and have their own versions of these tiny computers – each with its own distinctive flair. The best way to choose the best netbook of 2010 is to compare the things that matter most to you.

If you want the best performance and longer battery life, go with the latest Intel Atom N450 or higher processors, at least 1GB of RAM, a 160GB or larger hard drive, Intel GMA 3150 integrated graphics, 8 hours battery life and Windows 7 Starter. If you plan to do some multimedia work and play gaming applications then look for a high-end netbook. Higher-end options are becoming more prevalent, with 11.6 or 12.1-inch displays, higher screen resolutions, dual-core processor and new graphics hardware, such as Nvidia’s Ion GPU.

In the end, only by comparing features and prices on an apples-to-apples basis can you begin to make sense of the various differences between all of the available netbooks on the market.

To compare netbook specifications, our netbook comparison tool will be a great help. It allows you to select some models of netbooks and then display the specs, user reviews, and prices for each model in a table so you can compare them side by side. Most of the latest popular netbook models can be found in this comparison tool.
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Best Budget Netbooks (10.1 inch)

Brand	Model	Display	OS	Processor	RAM	HDD	Graphics	Wireless	Blue tooth	Dimensions (W x D x H)	Weight	Battery	Color	Retail Price	Amazon Price
#1 ASUS	1001P-MU17-BK 1001P-MU17-BU 1001P-MU17-PI 1001P-MU17-WT (Jan 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 matte	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR2	160GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g	No	10.31×7.01×1.02 ~1.44	2.8 lbs. (1.27 kg)	6-cell 11hrs	Black Blue Pink White	$299.99	See Price See Price See Price See Price
#2 Toshiba	NB255-N245 (Jun 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N455 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR2	160GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	No	10.55×8.3×1.27	2.8 lbs. (1.27 kg)	6-cell 8.3hrs	Black	$299.99	See Price
#3 HP	110-3030NR (Jun 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 matte	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR2	160GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	No	10.55×7.64×0.93 ~1.26	2.95 lbs. (1.34 kg)	6-cell 8.5hrs	Black	$299.99	See Price
#4 Acer	AO532h-2588 AO532h-2223 AO532h-2730 (Jan 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR2	160GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	No	10.17×7.28x.99	2.76 lbs. (1.25 kg)	6-cell 8hrs	Blue Silver Red	$299.99	See Price See Price See Price
#5 Lenovo	S10-3 0647-2AU (Jun 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N455 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR3	160GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	No	10.6×6.6×0.96	2.76 lbs. (1.25 kg)	6-cell, 7hrs	Black	$299.99	See Price
#6 Acer	AO533-23571 AO533-23923 (Jun 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N475 (1.83GHz)	1GB DDR3	160GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	No	10.2×7.4×1~1.1	2.76 lbs. (1.25 kg)	6-cell 8hrs	Black Red	$329.99	See Price See Price

Asus Eee PC 1001P-MU17-BU 10.1-Inch Intel Atom Netbook Computer (Royal Blue)

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Acer AO532h-2588 10.1-Inch Onyx Blue Netbook - Up to 8 Hours of Battery Life

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Toshiba Mini NB255-N245 10.1-Inch Black Onyx Netbook (8 Hour Battery Life)

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Best Netbooks in terms of performance, battery life, and price (10.1 inch)

Brand	Model	Display	OS	Processor	RAM	HDD	Graphics	Wireless	Blue tooth	Dimensions (W x D x H)	Weight	Battery	Color	Retail Price	Amazon Price
#1 ASUS	1015PED-PU17-BK 1015PED-PU17-BU 1015PED-PU17-RD 1015PED-PU17-WT (Jul 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 matte	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N475 (1.83GHz)	1GB DDR3	250GB +500GB Web Storage	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	Bluetooth 3 + HS	10.31×7.01×0.93 ~1.43	2.76 lbs. (1.25 kg)	6-cell 13hrs	Black Blue Red White	$379.99	See Price See Price See Price See Price
#2 ASUS	1005PE-PU17-BK 1005PE-PU17-BU 1005PE-PU27-BK (Jan 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR2	250GB +500GB Web Storage	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR	10.31×7.01×1.02 ~1.44	2.8 lbs. (1.27 kg)	6-cell 14hrs	Black Blue Black	$379.99	See Price See Price See Price
#3 ASUS	1005PE-MU17-BK 1005PE-MU17-WT (Jan 2010) 1005PE-MU27-BK 1005PE-MU27-BU 1005PE-MU27-PI 1005PE-MU27-WH with Kindle for PC (May 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR2	250GB +500GB Web Storage	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	No	10.31×7.01×1.02 ~1.44	2.8 lbs. (1.27 kg)	6-cell 11hrs	Black White Black Blue Pink White	$339.99	See Price See Price See Price See Price See Price See Price
#4 Toshiba	NB305-N410BL NB305-N410WH NB305-N410BN (Jan 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR2	250GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	No	10.47×7.57×1.43	2.6 lbs. (1.18 kg)	6-cell 11hrs	Blue White Brown	$399.99	See Price See Price See Price
#5 MSI	U160-006US U160-007US (Jan 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR2	250GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR	10.2×7.1×0.7		6-cell, 15hrs	Black Brown	$379.99	See Price See Price
#6 HP	1150NR 1160NR 1170NR 1180NR 1190NR (Jun 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N455 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR3	250GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	No	10.55×6.9×0.9 ~1.11	2.99 lbs. (1.36 kg)	6-cell 9.75hrs	Silver White Black Blue Red	$349.99	See Price See Price See Price See Price See Price
#7 Dell	iM1012-571OBK iM1012-738CRD iM1012-738IBU (May 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR2	250GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR	10.55×7.74×1.26	3 lbs. (1.36 kg)	6-cell 9.5hrs	Black Red Blue	$349.99	See Price See Price See Price
#8 Toshiba	NB305-N440BL NB305-N440RD NB305-N440BN NB305-N440WH (Jun 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N455 (1.66GHz)	1GB DDR3	250GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g/n	No	10.47×7.57×1.43	2.6 lbs. (1.18 kg)	6-cell 8.75hrs	Blue Red Brown White	$379.99	See Price See Price See Price See Price

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-PU17-BU 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook (Up to 14 Hours of Battery Life)

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ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-PU27-BK 10.1-Inch Black Netbook (Up to 14 Hours of Battery Life)

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	Retail Price: $369.99
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Toshiba Mini NB305-N410BL 10.1-Inch Royal Blue Netbook - 11 Hours of Battery Life

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Best Mutimedia Netbooks (11.6 or 12.1 inch)

Brand	Model	Display	OS	Processor	RAM	HDD	Graphics	Wireless	Blue tooth	Dimensions (W x D x H)	Weight	Battery	Color	Retail Price	Amazon Price
#1 ASUS	1201N-PU17-BK 1201N-PU17-SL (Dec 2009)	12.1″ 1366×768 glossy	Windows 7 Home premium	Intel Atom 330 dual-core (1.60GHz)	2GB DDR2	250GB +500GB Web Storage	NVIDIA ION	802.11b/g/n	Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR	11.54×8.11×1.30	3.22 lbs. (1.46 kg)	6-cell 5hrs	Black Silver	$499.99	See Price See Price
#2 Acer	Ferrari One 200 (Dec 2009)	11.6″ 1366×768 glossy	Windows 7 Home premium	AMD Athlon 64 X2 L310 dual-core (1.20GHz)	4GB DDR2	250GB	ATI Radeon HD 3200	802.11b/g/n	No	11.2x8x0.9~1.2	3.3 lbs. (1.5 kg)	6-cell, 5hrs	Red	$599.99	See Price
#3 MSI	U230-040US (Feb 2010)	12.1″ 1366×768 glossy	Windows 7 Home Premium	AMD Athlon Neo X2 L335 dual-core (1.60GHz)	2GB DDR2	320GB	ATi Radeon HD 3200	802.11b/g/n	No	11.69×7.4×1.2	3.3 lbs. (1.50 kg)	6-cell, 4hrs	Black	$479.99	See Price
#4 ASUS	1201PN-PU17-SL 1201PN-PU17-RD 1201PN-PU17-BK (Jun 2010)	12.1″ 1366×768 glossy	Windows 7 Home premium	Intel Atom N450 Single Core (1.66GHz)	2GB DDR2	250GB +500GB Web Storage	NVIDIA ION2	802.11b/g/n	Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR	11.54×8.11×1.30	3.22 lbs. (1.46 kg)	6-cell 6hrs	Black Red Silver	$499.99	See Price See Price See Price

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1201N-PU17-BK 12.1-Inch Black Netbook - 5 Hours of Battery Life

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Acer Ferrari One FO200-1799 11.6-Inch Red Netbook - Up to 5 Hours of Battery Life

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	Retail Price: $599.99
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MSI U230-040US 12.1-Inch Netbook - 4 Hour Battery Life

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	Retail Price: $479.99
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Best Netbook for Kids

Brand	Model	Display	OS	Processor	RAM	HDD	Wireless	Blue tooth	Dimensions (W x D x H)	Weight	Battery	Color	Retail Price	Amazon Price
ASUS	Princess Pink Magic Blue (Jul 2009)	8.9″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows XP	Intel Atom N270 (1.60GHz)	1GB DDR2	160GB	802.11b/g/n	No	9.76×6.81×1.13	2.65 lbs. (1.2 kg)	5hrs	Pink Blue	$349.99	See Price See Price

Best Beautiful Netbooks

Brand	Model	Display	OS	Processor	RAM	HDD	Graphics	Wireless	Blue tooth	Dimensions (W x D x H)	Weight	Battery	Color	Retail Price	Amazon Price
HP	1099SE Vivienne Tam Edition (Mar 2010)	10.1″ 1024×600 glossy	Windows 7 Starter	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)	2GB DDR2	250GB	Intel GMA 3150	802.11b/g	Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR	10.55×6.9×0.9	2.69 lbs. (1.22 kg)	3-cell 4.25hrs	Gold	$708.00	See Price

Disney Netpal by ASUS - 8.9-Inch Princess Pink Netbook - 5 Hour Battery Life

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Disney Netpal by ASUS - 8.9-Inch Magic Blue Netbook - 5 Hour Battery Life

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HP Mini 210-1099SE 10.1-Inch Vivienne Tam Edition Netbook - 4.25 Hours of Battery Life

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	Retail Price: $708.00
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HP Mini 110-3030NR 10.1-Inch Netbook

admin — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 04:00:16 +0000

10.1″, Windows 7 Starter, Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz), 1GB RAM, 160GB HDD, 8.5 hrs of battery life — $299.99

10.1 inch WSVGA LED Anti-glare display
Windows 7 Starter
Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)
1GB DDR2 RAM
160GB HDD (5400 rpm)
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
6-cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 8.5 hours

The Go-Anywhere Companion PC

Prepare to be noticed when you take this Netbook out on the town. Small, slim and stylish, the HP Mini 110 lets you surf the web, stay connected, and be entertained wherever you go. Amp up the fun by playing videos and music or showing off your photos. Exclusive, integrated software keeps you in sync with your life by letting you e-mail, chat, and instantly access your files from anywhere. With bottom case cover that conceals component access points and matches the top cover, the HP Mini 110 looks great from every angle and is protected by world-class Support.

High-performance mobile design

Work productively with the 1.66GHz Intel Atom Processor N450
Get around and get things done with Genuine Windows 7 Starter
See clearly on the 10.1″ (diagonal) WSVGA LED antiglare display (1024 x 600)
Type comfortably with the nearly full size keyboard (93% of standard size; more comfortable than the thumb keys on most smart phones and PDAs)
Start surfing in seconds1 with HP Instant Web
Stay in sync with your primary PC using HP QuickSync
Stream video from other PCs with HP QuickStream
Store data on the 160GB (5400 rpm) hard drive
Extend your running time with the 6-cell battery (up to 8.5 hours)
Reduce your impact on the environment with this ENERGY STAR® qualified and EPEAT Silver registered system, also featuring a mercury-free LED display

Total mobility

Go online often, and in many locations, with the integrated 802.11b/g WLAN
Keep in touch through e-mail, instant messages, video chat, and social networking, whether you’re at home, around town, or across the country
Chat face-to-face with friends and family via the built-in webcam and preinstalled Skype application
Travel light with the thin design

Music and movies for the road

Enjoy entertainment and on-line content: the spacious display offers comfortable viewing of Web pages and streamed videos
Listen to music, view photos, and update documents over the Internet with the HP Cloud Drive
Share photos online, plus create books, posters, and more using Snapfish
Play games by Wild Tangent, online or off

Connections and software

Add accessories: protect your mini with a sleeve and enhance your home setup with an extra AC power adapter
Share files with a thumb drive, iPAQ, or camera via the integrated 2-in-1 digital media card reader
Guard against viruses, spam, and spyware with Norton Internet Security 2010 (includes 60 days of complimentary live updates)
Enhance viewing by connecting a larger display via the VGA port
Connect via the USB 2.0 and RJ-45 ports

Source: www.hp.com

HP Mini 110-3030NR Specifications

Operating System	Windows 7 Starter
Processor	Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
Chipset	Mobile Intel NM10 Express
Memory	1GB DDR2 RAM (1 slot, Max 1GB)
Storage	160GB HDD (5400 rpm)
Display	10.1 inch WSVGA LED Anti-glare (matte screen)
Display Resolution	1024 x 600
Graphics	Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 with up to 256MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
Audio	High Definition Audio Stereo speakers Integrated microphone
Webcam	Built-in webcam
Ethernet LAN	10/100 Fast Ethernet
Wireless LAN	Wireless-N (802.11b/g/n)
Bluetooth	No
Optical Drive	Sold separate: HP USB 2.0 External CD Burner/DVD Combo For Netbook
Memory Card Reader	MultiMedia cards (MMC) Secure Digital (SD)
Ports	VGA for connecting to an external monitor 3 USB 2.0 ports RJ45 LAN port Headphone-out/Microphone in combo jack (compatible with 3.5mm 4-conductor jack with stereo audio and mono mic)
Keyboard and Touchpad	93% full sized Keyboard and Touchpad
Security	Kensington lock slot Power-on password Accepts 3rd party security lock devices
Dimensions (W x D x H)	10.55″ x 7.64″ x 0.93~1.26″
Weight	2.95 lbs. (1.34 kg)
Power/Battery	30W AC Adapter 6-cell 55Wh Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 8.5 hours
Included Software	HP QuickSync Make sure your files, email and Internet bookmarks are always up-to-date HP CloudDrive Upload your files to access them from any Web-connected PC and save space on your netbook HP QuickWeb Get fast access to your favorite websites, email, IM and more
Warranty and Support	1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty with Toll Free Support (NA) 1-Year Free Hardware Technical Support 30-Days Free Limited Software Support with 1-Year (from date of purchase) Free Limited Software Support with Product Registration
Color	Black

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ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1015PED 10.1-Inch Netbook

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Best Powerful & Battery 10.1-inch Netbook: 10.1″, Windows 7 Starter, Intel Atom N475 (1.83GHz), 1GB DDR3 RAM, 250GB HDD, 13 hrs of battery life — $379.99

Genuine Windows® 7 Starter
Elegantly Beautiful Seashell-inspired Design
Enjoy long-day-computing with 13 hours* battery life
Easy Mobile Connectivity with built-in 802.11n and Bluetooth 3.0
USB3.0** enables to transfer data at speeds up to 10 times*** faster than USB2.0
Complimentary 500GB ASUS WebStorage****
Comfortable using experience with extremely large touch pad and ergonomically Chiclet Keyboard

Designed to Keep You on the Move

With a design ethos that stems from the thin and light Eee PC™ tradition, the Eee PC™ Seashell 1015PED has taken it a step further, featuring more rounded curves to give it a more streamlined shape. Add to that a contrasting play on light and shadows, and a variety of colors; the 1015PED has come into its own indeed.

Ideal for the traveler, the Eee PC™ Seashell 1015PED’s light and compact weight means that it will easily fit into your hand luggage. The 1015PED is the backpacker’s companion, accompanying you to adventures in foreign lands. And with cloud computing access, you’ll be able to access your movie or music files online, or surf the net to update your blog to tell the world of your travels. The 1015PED ensures you won’t be bored while on transit at the airport.

Saves Power and the Planet – 13 hours battery life* with Super Hybrid Engine

The Eee PC™ Seashell 1015PED answers consumers’ needs for a netbook that boasts a stylish design with a long battery life. The 1015PED has a 13 hour battery life* thanks to the ASUS-exclusive Super Hybrid Engine technology. The SHE intelligently adapts and adjusts power settings to give you the CPU performance you need. Based on the user settings and the applications being run, the SHE tailors the appropriate power requirements for the task at hand to ensure maximum efficiency.

Ergonomically Designed for You

The Eee PC™ Seashell 1015PED boasts a streamlined and aerodynamic design with strongly defined contours. ASUS’ approach to material innovation means that your 1015PED will be available with a smooth matte or high gloss coating**. It features an ergonomically designed chiclet keyboard and a 10.1″LED backlit WSVGA screen (1024×600) to ensure user comfort even after prolonged use.

High Speed, Efficient Connectivity

The Eee PC™ 1015PED comes with USB 3.0**, enabling you to transfer data at speeds up to 10 times*** faster than current USB 2.0 connections. Speed and efficiency in a stylish mobile platform, your Eee PC™ 1015PED is a perfect combination of beauty and performance.

Also, the 1015PED is capable of charging mobile phones via USB **even when the Eee PC is switched off. The mobile phone can also draw power from the Eee PC’s battery.

Bluetooth 3.0

The 1015PED’s built-in 0.3M Pixels webcam lets you videoconference with business associates a world away, while Gigabit Ethernet** with up-to 1Gbps*** transfer rate, Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 3.0 ensures that you’re well-connected even when you step out of the office.

Cloud computing: Imagine, Access, and Do More with ASUS’ Cloud Computing Service Eee Docking

Every Eee PC 1015PED comes with the ASUS-exclusive Eee Docking platform that serves as a convenient, one-stop solution that grants you easy access to digital content, services, and other useful software.

Access lets you stream or download a wide variety of exciting digital contents. It includes ASUS @Vibe, Game Park, ASUS WebStorage**** and the ASUS AP Bank.
Sharing lets you easier to keep all your photos, music, videos, documents, bookmarks, and more in sync and up to date across all your computers. It includes YouCam and Syncables.
Xperience features a host of applications that enhance your Eee PC’s audio visual performance. It includes Splendid and SRS.
Tools features a suite of useful tools such as Live update, Font resizer, LocaleMe, Docking seeting that enhance your Eee PC user experience.

* Operation lifetime subject to product model, normal usage conditions and configurations. For more information, please visit here.
**Availability is dependent on selected model, country or operator support. Check with your local ASUS website for more details.
***Speeds quoted are component specification. Actual speeds may vary by configuration and devices used.
****Complimentary one-year 500GB ASUS WebStorage trial. Please visit www.asuswebstorage.com for more details. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please visit www.asus.com for more information.

All specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers. Products may not be available in all markets.
PCB color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice.
Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies.

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The ASUS Eee PC boasts a 10.1 inch screen, an Intel Atom 1.83 GHz, processor, 1GB of RAM and a 250GB hard drive and battery life of 13 hours, is the ideal netbook for student’s, families, small business and the busy executive on the go. Superb wireless connectivity and 13 hours of untethered freedom makes this the ultimate netbook for the busy entrepreneur on the go or the executive who has to stay in touch with the office. The generous hard drive capability provides the ability to store and share files anytime from anywhere.

The netbook comes with a 6 cell battery providing 13 hours of use, making it a very energy efficient machine, Windows 7 operating system, Bluetooth capabilities, web cam and no cost web storage. Other features include the ergonomic keyboard and the multi-touch touch pad for easy navigation.

ASUS Eee PC utilizes the ASUS Engine that gives the netbook user the ultimate control of the PC. With a hot key placed conveniently above the keyboard, the user has the ability to command the processor to run faster for higher performance or decrease speed to conserve battery life. The netbook is light weight, weighing in at 2.8 pounds including battery. It is available on red, white, blue or black.

Consumers who bought this netbook have found it to be everything it says it is and more. Vacationers were able to upload pictures of their trip along the way and send them off to family and friends without a hitch. They were able to connect to their home computer network from half a world away and catch up on work between site seeing tours. The lightweight and portability of this netbook makes it the perfect traveling companion and the Wi-Fi connectivity is faster than most netbooks and even some low end lap tops.

Students find the ASUS Eee PC ideal for college life as it fits comfortably in almost any back pack or school bag. It contains all the capabilities a college student needs for class and has enough storage to hold all the students notes, assignments and papers. The Wi-Fi capability allows the student to complete class work anywhere on campus or on the bus to the championship game. The ASUS gets two thumbs up from its users.

ASUS Eee PC 1015PED Specifications

Operating System	Windows 7 Starter (32-bit)
Processor	Intel Atom N475 (1.83Hz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
Memory	1GB DDR3 RAM (1 Slot, Max 2GB)
Storage	250GB HDD (5400 rpm) + 500GB Asus WebStorage
Display	10.1-inch WSVGA Matte Finish LED-backlit (matte screen)
Display Resolution	1024 x 600
Graphics	Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 (integrated graphics)
Audio	High Definition Audio CODEC Stereo speakers Mic
Webcam	0.3 megapixel
Ethernet LAN	10/100 Fast Ethernet
Wireless LAN	Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 3 + HS (high speed)
Memory Card Reader	MultiMedia Card (MMC) Secure Digital (SD) Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
Ports	VGA for connecting to an external monitor 3 USB 2.0 ports RJ45 LAN port Microphone input port Headphone output port
Keyboard and Touchpad	92% full-size Chiclet keyboard and Multi-touch touchpad
Dimensions (W x D x H)	10.31" x 7.01" x 0.93~1.43"
Weight	2.76 lbs. (1.25 kg)
Power/Battery	6 Cell Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 13 hours
Color	Black, Blue, Red, White

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