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Theyre well on the roadway to attain the 2 million consignment numeral for their good-looking Aspire One by the conclusion of 3rd quarter 2008. Acer was a tad late to fasten together with the Netbook party but the Atom motorized Aspire One is swiftly making some grave sales records. The corporation is projected to ship almost one million units of Aspire One in September alone and twice over that to dig up total sales by end of third quarter of 2008. Even though the Aspire One is going brawny in US & European markets, Acer has also initiated it promising markets like India. A 3G-planted Aspire one representation will be unconfined presently this year in November and you can anticipate it to be subsidized adequately.

Acer Aspire One AOA150-1447 - The latest addition

Acer’s latest addition to the Aspire One series, AOA150-1147, has hit the markets. This model comes in an attractive Sapphire Blue. Weighing in at just 2.2 lb., this ultraportable netbook is aimed at travelers, business professionals and students.

Let’s look at the specifications to see what it has to offer. A 1.6 GHz Intel Atom processor N270 with 1 GB RAM and 160GB HDD form the core specs. In terms of the processor you have to admit, there’s not much difference here to provide it an edge over competition. But, you have to keep in mind that all netbooks currently in the market have pretty much the same on offer. And if you take a closer look, you’ll have noticed that this unit comes with 160GB storage, which when combined with its performance could very well allow it to take the place of a regular laptop! Windows XP Home edition comes installed and I’m sure most users out there will be happy to work with a familiar OS. Acer InviLink 802. 11b/g wireless LAN and Crystal Eye web cam with integrated digital microphone, complete the list of specs.

The 8.9 – inch LED back lit WSVGA display comes with a native resolution of 1024 x 600 and Acer’s familiar CrystalBrite Technology. The screen provides good angular visibility and brightness, though it tends to be a finger print magnet.

Though Acer seems to have done its best to minimize “fat finger” issues, the 84 key keyboard can only accommodate the hunt and peck style. The touchpad comes with two buttons that provide good response without being oversensitive.

On the sides are three USB ports, the headphone jack, the microphone jack, a DC in and an RJ-45 LAN port. Card slots include an SD Card Reader and Multi-in-one Card Reader.

The built in speakers provide reasonably good sound quality, but don’t expect them to bring the house down.

The laptop runs cool and the fan, when it kicks in, is quiet. The six-cell batteries ensure over five hours of usage which is a definite plus.

At a glance then the pros and cons of this unit are:

Pros:

Compact and portable
Hard Drive capacity
Good battery life
Quality of build

Cons:

No Bluetooth
No CD/DVD drive

All things considered, Acer has undoubtedly come up with a winner! With a starting price of $325, you couldn’t get a better deal, especially keeping in mind the storage available.

Price: Approx. $350

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This mini notebook from Acer is targeted on students, businessmen and for those who have wheels for feet. Acer Aspire One is slightly heavier than an average textbook, weighs just around 2.2lbs and sturdy enough that you can just throw it in your backpack and be on the move. You have a choice of operating system, but you will be pushing its limits if you want Windows Vista with its 1GB Ram and 160GB hard drive. Better to stick with XP Home. Acer Aspire One is powered with the new 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor. Its 6 cell battery gives you about 5 hours of life which is awesome and you have enough storage for digital photos, mp3’s and videos. Acer Aspire One is the best of its kind for broad band access and has in-built webcam and wireless connectivity. It boots up within minutes and though the screen is a tad small its resolution matches that of an average 10.2”. And Acer Aspire One comes in a range of colors too.

Coming to its cons, of course it has some, the left and right mouse buttons are literally to the left and right of the mouse pad which makes maneuvering really awkward and they are a bit stiff. You will have to get used to the smaller keyboard, and its glossy finish attracts fingerprints. The speakers in Acer Aspire One are not loud enough, but you can’t expect a home theater system here. Well these disadvantages can be overlooked when compared to its performance and the price is also purse friendly. You can get one for under $400. If you are in search of a budget netbook that will meet your needs, well your needs need to be modest, then Acer Aspire One is the one.

Yet another All-in-One Desktop PC has arrived in the market – the Touch X9613 by Medion. Unlike most All-in-One PCs in the market, the X9613 has high end hardware and a blu-ray drive.

The Touch X9613 is powered by an Intel Core 2 Quad Q9000 2.0 GHz CPU. It is equipped with 4GB of RAM, a capacitive 1TB hard drive. With such a huge storage capacity and a blu-ray drive the system can easily store and play HD movies. To give good graphics performance, there is a Nvidia Geforce GT 240M onboard GPU. The 24 inch display has multi-touch capabilities and comes with a full HD resolution at 1920x1080.

Other features include HDMI input and output, VGA inputs, gigabit Ethernet, Wi-fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, webcam, eSATA, DVB-T, DVB-S and analog TV Tuners along with SCART. The built-in stereo speakers come with subwoofer. The X9613 will run on the Windows 7. It is available in two models priced at $2152 and $2727.

The Acer Aspire One AOA 150-1555: A Student’s Perfect School Companion

These days, being a student is hard work – there is so much to learn and so much information to absorb, and school is as demanding as ever. Students today have subjects about concepts and topics that did not even exist yet when their parents were students, and all this is largely due to the many technological advances that have taken place over the last few decades. Thankfully, the exponential developments in technology have lent itself to the advancement of the many tools that a student uses to survive academics, and personal computers are definitely one of the main technological advancements that have helped many a procrastinating college student survive cramming a Jane Austen book report, an English presentation, or an accounting and finance spreadsheet.

Enter the Acer Aspire One AOA150-1555 – a student’s perfect companion to surviving the rigors and demands of today’s academic world. It’s lightweight, making it the perfect carry-anywhere computer companion for those constantly on the go. More importantly, it is also very affordable, cashing in at an amazing three hundred US dollars, making it ideal for the budget-conscious scholar.

Weighing in at barely over two pounds, the Acer Aspire One AOA150-1555 is ultra light and portable, but it isn’t lightweight on the specifications – it boasts of a monitor that measures 8.9 inches, a hard drive that’s packed with 160 GB, and Intel’s new Atom processor. At the same time, the Acer Aspire One AOA150-1555 isn’t all serious and boring – with a built-in webcam and wireless connectivity, students can go online to chat it up with classmates and friends or update their profiles on Facebook and MySpace and other social networking sites when taking a break from all the homework and research.

The Acer Aspire One AOA150-1555 is also powered by a 3-cell lithium ion battery that allows the mini-notebook a considerable amount of battery life, perfect for a group meeting at a coffee shop or an hour-long presentation and panel interview for class.
As a laptop that’s affordable, ultra-portable and perfect for going online, the Acer Aspire One AOA150-1555 is the perfect companion for a student, or even a business traveler who is constantly on the go. And with a price tag that will set you back a mere three hundred dollars, doting parents of students going off to college and living in a dorm will find the Acer Aspire One AOA150-1555 a perfect going away gift for their children who are off to fulfill their college dreams and graduation goals.

Price: Approx. $500

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The Ultimate Design - Acer Aspire One AOA150-1784

If you are someone who prefers to use a compact, light-weight Netbook as your primary laptop, you won’t find a more suitable option than the Acer Aspire One AOA150 – 1784! Weighing just 2.1lbs, it also makes for an ideal travel mate or a handy mobile connector for business professionals. Students unwilling to spend too much but not wanting to compromise on storage will also find it attractive. With a starting price of $329 you’d find it hard to get a better deal. Let me fill you in on the details and you’ll see what I mean.

In terms of the processor, there’s nothing new on offer but that’s not unexpected. The AOA 150 – 1784 comes with a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor N270 with 1 GB RAM and a whopping storage size – for a netbook -- of 160GB and 1GB RAM (512 MB onboard/ 512MB SODIMM Slot).

Acer InviLink 802. 11b/g wireless LAN and the Acer Crystal Eye Web cam, include the other features. Windows XP Home Edition with SP3 comes installed making it easy to accomplish everyday tasks at home and work.

The chassis comes in a glossy Sapphire blue and the build quality is solid. Plastics have been used but they are sturdy and don’t exhibit any flex.
The 8.9 – inch LED back lit WSVGA display comes with a native resolution of 1024 x 600. It provides reasonably good viewing at horizontal and vertical angles but minor glare issues are evidenced outdoors. Slightly annoying, also, is the manner in which the display seems to attract finger prints in no time.

Just below the display are the integrated speakers that are surprisingly good for that size though they can’t be expected to fill up large spaces. It holds up well while watching video clips and browsing the internet without compromising on clarity. The keyboard which is the most distinguishing feature of all Netbooks, extends from end to end in an attempt to provide space between keys and minimize typos by swiping the neighboring letter. However, if this is your primary laptop, it’s advisable that you get yourself an external keyboard (acer provides an external USB Mouse). The touch pad is of a decent size and responds well though scrolling could need a bit of getting used to.

Interfaces on the sides include 3 USB ports, a VGA port, a headphone jack, a microphone jack, an Ethernet port, and AC adapter connector and a Kensington lock slot. Card readers include a Multi-in-one card reader, an SD card reader a MultiMediaCard (MMC), Reduced size MultiMedia card, Memory stick, Memory stick Pro and an XD picture card.

The lack of a CD/DVD drive and Bluetooth are significant cons. Short battery life (2.6 hours) in spite the presence of a six-cell battery, is another noticeable downside.

There’s no doubt the Acer Aspire One AOA150-1784 doesn’t offer cutting-edge technology but its ultra portability, remarkable storage size and affordable price definitely make it hard to resist.

Price: Approx. $300

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