December 5th, 2009 
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The Eee PC 900 laptops from Asus had created a rage in the electronics market when they were launched, as they were the first set of mini notebooks that were commercially available. These laptops would have definitely caught your eye and you would be planning to own one of these mini notebooks. If yes, then put that thought on hold, because the next version is out and is here to stay.
ASUS Eee PC 901-W003X Notebooks, though being similar to their predecessor, have many extra features. These laptops are specifically designed for portability and mobility. You no longer have to worry about the safety of your Netbook, because the Shockproof Solid State Drive gives these laptops the best shock-resistance possible. These Netbooks come as customized laptops and will let you choose from 6 casings with 4 different colors and 6 motif designs.
If you own the ASUS Eee PC 901-W003X Notebook, then you will be one of the very first proud users of the new Intel Atom CPU. If you are wondering how efficient this technology really is, then get ready to be astounded, because you can run these customized laptops continuously for up to eight hours with just one battery charge.
The Eee PC 901 Customized Laptops are designed to be user-friendly, which is very evident from the re-designed keyboard and touchpad. This touchpad employs two distinct mouse buttons and also facilitates gesture control. You can now turn off the display, scroll through different screen resolutions, switch between power-saving modes, and even launch Skype, all with the touch of a button, thanks to the new quick launch buttons!
Moreover, these customized laptops will also let you work on both Windows XP and Linux operating systems. If you work on Linux you will get 20 GB of solid-state hard-drive space as opposed to the 12 GB while using Windows XP. You can put in some extra Gigabytes by using your flash drive in the SD card slot. With the Wi-Fi 802.11n wireless high speed connectivity, you can connect to the internet six times faster than the previous Wi-Fi 802.11g.
So, what are you waiting for?
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ASUS Eee PC 901 W003X Notebook The Best Just Got Better
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The new mini laptops that have come on the scene recently are gaining in popularity as more and more people discover that they can have the same benefits as a larger laptop, without all the hassles of carrying around an 8 pound battery hog.
Now don’t get me wrong, there’s lots to love about regular sized laptops. For one thing, they’re just like using your typical desktop PC, which is nice when you want to do some high-powered computing on the go.
However, do you really need all that computing power most of the time?
This is the main question you’ll need to ask yourself when determining if a mini laptop is right for you or not. Depending on your needs, a small, netbook computer may be just the thing you want to do many of the tasks you now use a larger laptop for.
Another benefit to using the mini laptop is that they’re very economical. While your average laptop runs around $1500, the average netbook computer is around $375. That’s quite a price difference when you realize that the netbook performs many of the same basic functions as the laptop.
Right now, the leader in the affordable netbook field is Acer Aspire, however, there are several big brand names nipping at their heels. The main brands you’ll want to compare are: Acer Aspire, Asus, Samsung, HP, MSI Wind and Toshiba. While there are other big names just now entering the mini notebook arena, the above brands have a big head start and are already very popular.
Okay, so what do you need to consider when buying a mini laptop?
Here are five things you want to compare:
Price – this is one of the most important concerns for many people looking to invest in a netbook. While it’s accepted that you’re already getting a great deal when purchasing a netbook over a regular sized laptop, there are still some great deals to be found on price. Of course, you can just go with the cheapest, no matter what the brand. However, it’s best to look at features and think about whether or not a particular netbook meets most of your needs.
The last thing you want to do is buy the cheapest netbook computer, only to find that you’re not happy with it. There are other things that determine value besides price – remember that.
Screen Size – You’ll find that some popular models have an 8-inch screen size, which is okay, but the average screen size now is 10-inches. So, this may affect your choice and the amount you pay. If the netbook is for a child, then the 8-inch may be just fine. If it’s for an adult, then the 10-inch screen is probably best.
Keyboard Size – This is where many people have issues with netbooks. You see, in order to squeeze all the essentials into such a small space, manufacturers often make compromises when it comes to size of the keyboard. Most netbooks are 80 – 90% smaller than regular laptop keyboards. If you have large fingers, then touch typing will be difficult on a small keyboard. Some keys may be in different locations, and track pads can be a bit testy on some models. Make sure you read reviews on the keyboard for each model since this affects how comfortable you will be using the netbook.
Battery Life – Most netbooks will have a battery life of around 6 to 9 hours, which is great. You’ll need to read reviews to see if this is really the case or in reality, it’s much shorter. Often the battery life the manufacturer states is only under optimal conditions. In real world use, you may have to turn off certain functions to get close to the higher end lifespan. Still, most people seem to enjoy longer usage than on regular laptops.
Performance – In all the excitement over netbooks, the one thing that many people forget is that these are not the same as owning a regular full-sized laptop. Netbooks have their limitations, this is totally due to their small size. It’s just not possible to fit everything onto a tiny hard drive, so you shouldn’t purchase one thinking you can run high-powered applications and games on it.
They’re much cheaper than laptops because they do less.
Now, if you want a mini laptop to do basic word documents, spreadsheets, email, web surfing, music downloading and the like, then netbooks are a great value. One thing that is not included, in order to save space, is a CD/DVD drive. However, you can still download movies from reputable online sources and watch them just fine on your netbook.
For the money, a netbook computer is one of the greatest values you’re going to find that will allow you the same on-the-go freedom that you get with a regular laptop. Netbooks are cheap, lightweight and fun to own. Remember to compare before you buy and you’re bound to get one that you’ll enjoy using for a long time.
Disney Netpal Laptop: Fun And Safe For Children
The Disney Netpal is going to be a great holiday gift for children ages 6-12 this year. It’s made by Asus, one of the best makers of computers and netbooks. And it’s not a play computer. It’s a fully operational netbook with 8.9″ screen. The tech specs for the Disney Netpal is the same as most standard netbooks. Specifically, it has 1.6 GHz Atom Intel Processor, 160 GB HD drive, 1 GB RAM memory, wireless access, and Windows XP.
Children will truly enjoy the Disney Netpal. It comes in two colors, Princess Pink and Magic Blue. It’s desktop can be set up with choices of up to 10 design themes centered around popular Disney characters. The themes, which are made only for the Disney Netpal, include Cars, Disney Fairies, Vintage Mickey Mouse, WALL-E, Hannah Montana, and many others.
There are programs that come with the Disney Netpal by Asus that will entertain kids for hours. The Disney Mix is a music software that lets children make their own playlist. The older kids will really enjoy the Disney Mix especially if they’re fans of Hannah Montana and the Jonas Brothers.
The Disney Pix is another software that comes with the Disney Netpal. It teaches kids how to edit digital images while having fun. For example, kids will be able to paste in their faces on other characters and create their own movie scene. They can make other type of scenes as their creative minds allow. Additionally, they can share their creative works as videos or as postcards. If a child is creative and imaginative enough, he or she can have a portfolio at a very early age.
Since the Disney Netpal is designed for use by kids, Asus and Disney made sure that a few considerations are covered. After all, kids are kids and delicate electronic devices are not typically safe with them as main users. For example, kids spill a lot. And we know that spills and splashes, not necessarily from children, have broken laptops and computers before. Hence, the Disney Netpal comes standard with a spill-proof keyboard.
Kids also drop things often. Some of them throw things when they’re excited. Well, I’m not sure how strong the Disney Netpal is, but it comes with reinforcement to avoid (maybe mitigate is the right word) impact loss. In fact, it has a ShockShield Data Protection system that help guard from data loss caused by the netbook getting hit too hard or getting dropped.
As mentioned earlier, the Disney Netpal is a full blown netbook. Meaning that kids can use it to go online and do things over the web. And with that, there are spreading issues over safety in web activities. The Disney Netpal has mechanism letting parents configure what content their kids can see or which software their kids can work with. The parents are also able to set up when and how long the Disney Netpal can be used by their kids. And finally, parents are able to create a list that their children can send and receive emails.
The Disney Netpal is looking quite like the right gift for the right child. It’s not a toy, but a fun early learning device with safety features that could help in stirring a young creative mind.
Asus Eee PC 1005HA, solid battery life and reasonable value
Take a brief glance at the 1005HA and you’ll have trouble telling it apart from its pricier sibling. The glossy lid and smooth sleek design combine to make the 1005HA unmistakeably gorgeous.
Put the stablemates next to each other, however, and the differences are glaringly obvious. Indeed, where the 1008HA’s captive battery allows it to remain impossibly slim, the 1005HA has a removable battery and this makes it more than a centimetre thicker.
It’s a sacrifice worth making for the extra stamina on offer, not to mention the ability to carry around multiple batteries for long journeys. You probably won’t need to resort to buying a spare, however, as its 4400mAh battery manages 6hrs 34mins on its own.
The 1005HA doesn’t lose much in the way of features. Bluetooth disappears to make some room in the budget, but draft-n wireless is still present. The larger chassis also accommodates an extra USB port, bringing the complement up to a total of three.
The keyboard can’t match those of Samsung’s netbooks, but it’s very close. With the keys stretching right to the very edges of the chassis, both the feel and layout is superb.
The dimpled trackpad might feel a little odd at first, but quickly proves very usable, and even manages to squeeze in a scroll zone along its right-hand edge.
The matte display is the only mild disappointment. Just like Samsung’s NC10 battery, the matte panel keeps reflections to a minimum at the cost of a noticeable grain across the panel. It struggles to differentiate both the lightest and darkest of shades too. But, this is no deal-breaker, and especially not considering the high brightness and strong colour reproduction.
In the final reckoning, it’s easy to overlook the 1005HA’s less-than-stellar display. It’s a good-looking, incredibly well-featured netbook at a price that leaves many of the pricier models on test looking distinctly out of touch with reality.
Samsung’s N110 battery ahead at the final furlong, but Asus deserves hearty congratulations for keeping the low-cost netbook dream alive.
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