ASUS Eee PC 3G Netbook – 1005PEG-MU17-BK 10.1-Inch (Black) Review

• Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 Cache); Kindle for PC pre-installed
• 3G module built-in and AT&T SIM card allows connectivity via AT&T DataConnect Pass plans
• 1 GB DDR2 RAM, 1 SODIMM Slot, 2 GB Max; Intel UMA graphics; 160 GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
• 10.1-Inch Color-Shine 1024X600 WSVGA LCD Display; wireless 802.11 b/g/n; 0.3MP Webcam
• 6 cell battery for up to 11 Hours of Battery Life; Windows 7 Starter Operating System

ASUS EEEPC 1101HAB-RBLK001X ,Soft Touch Black,11.6″ Netbook,Intel Atom Z520 CPU,XP. Review

Had my 1101HAB bought for me in the U.S. and while speed of processor is slower than Atom 280, it is more than adquate for work while travelling. Size of keyboard and screen are just right but I have heard that Asus is now selling a 12.1 inch version of their netbook. That is about the threshold for netbooks and I will not use one that has a screen smaller than 11.1 inches or at least a 90% keyboard. Wireless connection is very fast, even if signal is not standard N, and Windows XP it came preloaded with is excellent for this type of portable computer. My only problem so far has been an erratic adapter which shuts down when hot and has to be cooled down in a refrigerator before it works again. I bring an airtight plastic container so I can cool the adapter quickly in the freezer. I had it replaced by local dealer but same problem so I opted to buy a spare from a third party vendor. Fortunately, the long battery life kept it working while I cooled down the adapter. I get between 6.5 to almost 8 hours per charge.

Dell Inspiron iM1012-799OBK Mini 1012 10.1-Inch Netbook (Obsidian Black) Review

I was after a new netbook (owned an EEE 701)and thought I would go with the Dell this time around.

Archos 9 PC Tablet (Black) Review

This device is Archos’ answer to the iPad and other tablets, and it suceeds on most levels. First, the screen is matte, which while is not as OMG looking as glossy screens, makes the screen more readable since it reduces glare. The screen is pretty responsive for a resistive screen, but the styles is the worst I’ve seen. The tablet has a webcam and USB port, but you’ll have to buy Archos’ dock to get video out and more USB ports. The device is solidly built. Programs start up pretty quickly (a couple seconds). Google Earth runs fairly well (until you add variables like weather, etc, then it slows down). Flash is iffy, while regular resolution Youtube videos run okay, Hulu and Crunchyroll videos running badly (I guess Adobe will fix that with 10.1). I’ve tried Bejeweled 2, which runs slowly, but still playable. HD videos are a big problem because the device uses hardware acceleration, so you can’t use VLC or Mplayer to play mkv files. Regular DVD resolution video runs fine. This device makes a great ereader since you can install your own reader programs like Kindle, BN, whatever. This device really shines a comic viewer–just install your favorite comic viewer, right click on the screen to get to graphics options and rotate it 90 degrees, viola, awesome comic book/manga reader. PDFs load quickly and nicely too.

Asus Eee PC 1001P-MU17-BK 10.1-Inch Intel Atom Netbook Computer (Black) Review

I am a teacher and I use this computer inside my classroom. Here is a quick pro and con list:

Lenovo S10-3 0647-29U 10.1-Inch Netbook (Black) Review

• Intel Atom Processor
• 1GB 204-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM Memory
• 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM); 802.11 b/g/n
• 10.1″ 1024×600 LED Display (16:9); Intel GMA 3150 Graphics
• Windows 7 Starter