Category: NetBook

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UK Retailer Recalls Webbook – Linux Not Popular, Windows still the Choice

Uh uh. Carphone Warehouse customers aren’t quite happy to use with netbook which runs Linux. The reason is that they not comfortable using the OS. The company saw a vast number of customers returning the netbooks due to the Linux OS. As a result, they are installing Window XP which seems to be more comfortable with customers.

According to me, they should have gone with easier version of Linux like Xandros, which is simply the most user friendly and easiest OS I’ve ever come accross. The 10.2 inch CW was released in July.

Carphone Warehouse homepage

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Boom! Epson has launched its own Netbook

Epson has launched its own Netbook. Ok, that not-so-charming in terms of looks. Also, it is only available in Japan. It costs around US $480.

  • 10.2-inch LCD with WSVGA resolution
  • Atom N270 CPU
  • 1GB RAM
  • 160GB HDD
  • Intel 945GSE Express Chipset
  • USB 2.0
  • WiFi
  • 1.28kg
  • 266 x 184.7 x 39mm

I would like it to be available in all countries as-soon-as possible so that I can have hands on the first Epson netbook. Yes, I’m a greedy gadget geek :!:

Endeavor Na01 mini official page

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UMID Clamshell Specs Prices

UMID Clamshell Specs PricesChippy of UMPCportal has been able to get new images of UMID from Korea.

Here are some highlights of the product:

  • The battery is 17Wh and thus should give 4hrs+ battery life.
  • Very small in size (smaller than Fujitsu U2010)
  • Just 6.22″ wide!

It can infact fit in a jacket pocket. Since, it is clamshell, the screen is always protected too unlike UX series from SONY. The price is not available yet and it will be ready on 2009.

Here are it’s specs as per UMPCportal.com: Continue reading “UMID Clamshell Specs Prices”

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Orange announces Eee PC 901 with integrated 3G

Orange has just launched the ASUS EEE PC 901 with integrated 3G. What does this means? This means that you won’t have to use the Icon 225 dongle to get onto the network.

The specs of the original 901 have not changed much, but this time the 3G connectivity is on-board, thus eliminating the need for the dongle.

For £25 per month, you can get one with “Internet Everywhere” plan which has 3GB data allowance and 100 texts. There are two colors to choose from: black or pink. One for you and one for your lady :!:

Here is the actual press release: Continue reading “Orange announces Eee PC 901 with integrated 3G”

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Windows 7 on ASUS EEE 1000H – REPORT with Video

Windows 7 on ASUS EEE 1000H - REPORT with VideoI bit the bullet and installed Windows 7 on the ASUS EEE 1000H.

  • The installation is quite similar to the Windows Vista installation.
  • The installation went fine with no hiccups. It took just 20-25 minutes for the complete installation.
  • During the installation, it did get stuck at 0% for quite some time while “expanding files” and scared me a bit, but after 5 minutes, the percentage started increasing.
  • VGA drivers were automatically picked up
  • Aero was working without any problems
  • IE 8 beta is included

Here is the Video of experience of Windows 7 on ASUS EEE 1000H

The vista gave me a modest Vista experience index of 2.0 (click on screenshot to see it’s original size screenshot). Overall, the performance is quite satisfactory. It is not slower than Vista, if not faster.

So, all in all, Windows 7 should work without problems when it is finally released. Is it too early to comment on the perfomance? Yes, it is. But, so far, no problems at all right now.

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See this link to make the drivers run properly on Windows 7. That article is about making the Vista run nicely on the 1000H and applies for Windows 7 too.

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iKit by iMovio – What is exactly? A netbook or a sibling to the handheld?

According to iKit’s website, it is”Think of the iKIT as a mini laptop without the complexity. It’s built like a laptop with a rugged processor and Linux based operating system, but that’s where the comparison ends.

It’s the ideal chat, email and internet accessory because it contains all the essentials without the size and cost. With several key multimedia features like music and video as well a video camera for VoIP video conferencing and you have the ultimate mobile-communicator.”

This device reminds of the Sony UX50 handheld device, which was released 5 years ago. Specifications are also quite same. The only two difference I see is the use of Linux OS and cheaper price. UX50 retailed at around $650 at that time. Sure, this won’t cost that much as time and technology has changed a lot. It is planned to be launched at Q3 of 2009. I would love to get my hands on one of these though to see how well the linux runs on it

Full Specifications Continue reading “iKit by iMovio – What is exactly? A netbook or a sibling to the handheld?”

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How does Visual Studio.net (VS.net) works on ASUS EEE 1000H – Programmer’s view

I’ve been received atleast a couple of emails from the programmers to tell them how the Visual Studio performs on the ASUS 1000H. I’ve pointed this already in the full review of the ASUS 1000H that it is perfect for the programmers due to these reasons:

  • Great and very usable keyboard
  • Nice CPU speed
  • Great battery life
  • Adequate screen size
  • Adequate screen resolution

The installation of the Visual Studio.net 2005 went great with no errors. Here is the screenshot of how the Visual Studio looks on the ASUS EEE 1000H. I made a sample web page. You can click on any screenshot to see the bigger actual resolution screenshot.

Running that web page in the browser(F5) Continue reading “How does Visual Studio.net (VS.net) works on ASUS EEE 1000H – Programmer’s view”

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ASUS unveils Fashion-Friendly Eee PC Model, ASUS S101

ASUS launches the Eee PC S101, an exquisitely designed netbook for fashion forward individuals who view style as as much of a factor of success as substance. The Eee PC S101 builds upon the industry-pioneering form factor, ergonomics and features of its predecessors but boasts a wholly reforged exterior in three gorgeous colors—Brown, Champagne or Graphite—accentuated with delightful details such as premium Infusion finishes and crystal-adorned hinges, a successful melding of fashion and functionality that easily situates it at the pinnacle of netbook computing.

The Eee PC S101 is available in three versions:

  • 16 GB SSD, Windows XP, inclusive of an additional 16 GB SD card: USD 699
  • 32 GB SSD, Linux operating system: USD 699
  • 64 GB SSD, Linux operating system: USD 799

Specifications: Continue reading “ASUS unveils Fashion-Friendly Eee PC Model, ASUS S101”

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HOW TO: upgrade RAM or Hard Disk in ASUS EEE 1000H

When it comes to upgrading RAM in the ASUS EEE PCs, it is no hidden truth that it is a very easy job. Even though 1GB RAM in the ASUS EEE 1000H seems to be very sufficient, but there are some power users which would like to more RAM if:

  • they wish to run Vista, which always like more RAM
  • if they want to use RAMdisk (see this article to implement RAMdisk)
  • just for fun!

I was getting many requests by the users to write a simple guide to upgrade RAM on the EEE 1000H, which I reviewed just a couple of days ago.

Use a Phillips “crosshead” screwdriver to open the RAM and hard disk access door

upgrade RAM or Hard Disk in ASUS EEE 1000H

EEE 1000H makes swapping the HDD so easily. Below the HDD, is the RAM chip.

Gently, take the RAM chip out by moving both of the holders outside. The chip will come out.

Take it out and slide in the new RAM. Take extra care of the holders. This is the RAM which comes with the ASUS 1000H. It is A-Data branded DDR2 RAM with 400MHz bus speed.