Soon after Dell shows off their plans for these 7″ ultra portable notebook (NetBook) segment, it is now Acer, who is officially launching their version of vision for NetBook segment, the Acer Aspire One.

Powered by Intel Atom processor and price at around USD 400 (for Linux version with SSD) certainly looks a good deal.

Acer 8.9\

Certainly with its look and configuration it may through a good competition to current segment leader Asus EEEPC.

  • 8.9-inch 1024 x 600 LED-backlit display
  • 1.6GHz Atom N270 with Intel G945 (GMA 950)
  • 512MB DDR2 SDRAM (expandable)
  • 1.3 megapixel camera, SDHC and multi-format media readers
  • 802.11b/g, Ethernet, three USB 2.0, VGA, and 3.5mm audio out
  • One free mini PCI slot for WWAN
  • 80GB hard drive (with XP) or 8GB solid state (with Linux)
  • 2.5 or 5 hours on 3 or 6-cell batteries in XP model, 3 or 7 hours on Linux
  • 1kg (2.2 pounds)

Configuration with expandable RAM is quite powerful enough to drive vista also !!!

What does it mean to Indian consumer ?

Its unfortunate but no time soon we may expect it, and even though it comes would be priced around Rs. 18k for the linux 8 GB version.

Though all companies have the target to push these ultra portable NetBooks to the emerging markets of developing countries, but infact it best suites those who already have a powerful PC at home and office.

Ask your self if you are from a developing country that if this going to be your 1st notebook or PC, would you spend USD 500 on this type of device or buy a complete desktop with multi core processor ? Where as when you have a Desktop for bulk of your job and entertainment, these NetBooks look so promising and attractive for staying online (emailing, chat, blog) while you are mobile !!!

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