Shop online, surf the web and chat with ease. Weighing only 3.3 lbs. and with 1 GB of RAM, the NC20 mini notebook gives you the freedom to accomplish more on the go. Enjoy images filled with bold, vibrant colors on a glossy LCD screen with 1280 x 800 resolution. Maximize your shopping productivity and surf the web for hours on end. The 6-cell lithium battery provides revolutionary battery life with up to 6 hours of continuous use. The NC20 mini notebook is an affordable mobile solution ideal for all your online needs. 12.1 diagonal WVGA (1280 x 800) SuperBright Display Built-in 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera and Microphone VIA VX800 with up to 128MB Shared Graphics Memory Built-in Stereo Speakers 802.11b/g Wireless Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR 10/100 Ethernet LAN 3-in-1 Card Reader – SD, SDHC, MMC Ports – 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions – 11.5 (W) x 8.5 (D) x 1.2(H) Approximate Unit Weight – 3.3 Pounds

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Samsung NC20
I will compare to the NC10, the NC20 is bigger, heavier, less battery life but still good around 5:30 of regular use maybe more if you change the brightness on the screen settings, excellent screen resolution (1280 x 800)for 12.1″ !and better/higher sound for sure. Just be aware that the left side of the laptop generate a flow of mildly hot air. Of course the screen is the main thing here and I think is worth it if you want to use the laptop to see movies or read Open Office documents. It is very easy to open and upgrade the hard drive or the memory 2GB max. The trackpad has the same size of the NC10 black special edition but bigger than the regular NC10. The keyboard is great as the all NC10. note: They changed the position of the windows icon on the keyboard. The VIA Nano performs very similar to the Intel Atom.

5 Stars A great option
A 10.1 inches monitor was definitely something too small for my eyes, now I am 53… and for a 12.1 monitors you had to choose one of those expensive notebooks. But this Samsung NC20 appeared and I simply went for it without waiting for other customer reviews. I read some reviews on other sites, all of them OK, and followed my daughter’s advice: she has a 10.1 NC10, the pink one (perfect for a young girl) and is always telling marvelous things about her tiny netbook

Well, now I can start doing the same. It’s a great computer, perfect for what it is meant to.

The chasis is solid, the system keeps cold, has long battery life (5 hours or so, I am not enough disciplined to measure it with minutes and seconds), a clear and comfortable keyboard and a silent processor/disk

Two small cons:

1. The monitor is too glossy for my taste.

2. The cover traps all your fingerprints, mercilessly.

Best regards

Rodarias

5 Stars Perfect Netbook
I wanted a netbook or laptop to replace an old laptop we used in our kitchen. I wanted something that was …

1) Light weight and portable.

2) Easy to carry and/or pack when I travel.

3) Quick accessing the internet for news and email.

4) Would run Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

5) Had an easy to read screen, and

6) Cost less than $800.

I strongly considered 10″ netbooks by several manufacturers (Samsung, HP, Asus, etc.) but decided I wanted a larger screen after I found myself “leaning in” to read the screen on the 10″ netbooks. Laptops had bigger screens, but were LOTS heavier (>5.5 lbs) and would be much less convenient both in my kitchen and to travel with. Getting a 12-14″ screen in a light weight laptop or a Mac was going to easily cost me more than $1000. The Samsung NC20 fit my criteria the best. I was a bit apprehensive to buy it though as I was unable to see one locally. In the end, I decided to take the plunge.

Boy am I glad I did. This computer is simply great. Perfect size, very portable and light weight. Screen is easy to read and very bright. One complaint I had heard about the NC20 was that the speakers weren’t very good, but I would disagree with this; they’re fine! The keyboard is easy to use, even with my big fingers. Battery life is excellent. In addition, the setup was a breeze. I’ve set up a lot of computers in my time (both PC and Mac), and honestly this was by far the easiest (even easier than my Mac’s)! Microsoft Office went on fine, easy setup of my wireless network and file sharing with my desktop. I also loaded Norton Internet Security on it, and it runs just fine (no noticeable reduction in speed). It has handled everything I’ve given it just great!

I added a USB-CD/DVD drive and a USB-mouse (although it has built-in Bluetooth), and these work great. When purchasing I thought about upgrading the memory to 2GB but decided to wait and see. Now that I have it, I see no need for this currently (but it’s nice to have the option for the future).

My NC20 is currently sitting on my kitchen table, running Microsoft Office just fine and accessing my emails and the internet like a champ! If you’re looking for a secondary computer, laptop or netbook for doing simple tasks and travel like I was, I would highly recommend the NC20.

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Samsung NC20 21GBK 12 1 Inch W Mini Notebook 1 3 GHz via Nano ULV Processor 1 GB RAM 160 GB Hard Drive 6 Cell Battery XP Home Black is a post from: BestNetbooksReviews.com

Lenovo designed the IdeaPad S10e netbook as an introductory mobile PC for students in grades K-12 and as a secondary device for those in higher education. Ideal devices for connecting to the Internet for online research, students can use the netbook for sharing ideas and for conversation through email, social networking and other applications. Additionally, the Lenovo netbook provides basic functionality for word processing and light multimedia capabilities. A built-in webcam on the 10.1-inch display makes creating and sharing video messaging simple. And for a faster PC experience, the Quick Start feature allows students to quickly check email, browse the Internet, conduct video conferencing, view photos or listen to music without having to fully boot the operating system. 10.1 WSVGA (1024 x 576) LED Backlit Display Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 Integrated 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera with Microphone WiFi 802.11b/g Wireless Bluetooth Version 2.1 + EDR 10/100Mbps LAN ExpressCard 34 Slot 4-in-1 Multicard Reader – MultiMedia Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Secure Digital Connections – 2 x USB 2.0, VGA, Headphone, Microphone, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions – 9.8 (W) x 7.7 (D) x 1.4 (H) Approximate Unit Weight – 3.1 Pounds

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Lenovo 41874KU Netbook Dark Gray is a post from: BestNetbooksReviews.com

Externally Accessible: (1) USB 2.0 compliant ports, (1) USB 2.0 compliant / e-SATA port with Powershare, 15-pin VGA video connector, IEEE compliant 1394a port, Integrated network connector 10/100/1000 LAN (RJ45),
54mm Express Card slot,
Display Port,
HDMI Port,
AC adapter connector,
Audio jacks (2 line-out, 1 Mic-in)
8-in-1 Media Card Reader

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Dell Studio XPS 13 1340 Laptop Obsidian Black Color Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 3MB Cache 2 4GHz 1066Mhz FSB 2 GB DDR3 320GB Sata Hard Drive 8X DVD RW W Dbl Layer Write Capability 13 3 Inch HD WXGA Edge to Edge Laptop Screen With 2 0 Megapixel Camera NVIDIA GeForce 9400M Wireless 802 11g Mini Card Wireless Bluetooth Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium is a post from: BestNetbooksReviews.com

Seemingly crafted by nature itself, the Eee PC Seashell draws its inspiration from seashells and its opalescent and glossy exterior is crafted by the innovative in-Mold Roller technology. It’s so light and compact, you can take it anywhere with you! And with sleek curves and smooth lines hugging its lustrous shell, the Eee PC Seashell will easily charm passers-by wherever it goes. The Eee PC Seashell is a highly portable companion that users can carry about. Boasting a profile measuring just 1-inch in depth and weighing at 2.42 pounds, the svelte and lightweight Eee PC Seashell is a joy to behold and its compact dimensions making it the perfect runabout Internet device anywhere. With the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine’s increased power efficiency, the Eee PC can deliver an impressively 6 hours battery lifespan eliminating worries about power while on-the-go and easily keeps users connected for full day, unplugged computing. The ergonomic keyboard is more comfortable and less fatiguing to type on, giving you unsurpassed comfort when typing for prolonged periods. And with the Multi-Touch gesture input feature, you can easily zoom in and out to view photos or read documents by just moving two fingertips apart or together on the touchpad. You can also simultaneously slide two fingertips up or down the touchpad making scrolling in a window easy without the use of a mouse. The New Eee PC Seashell is built to be your perfect travel companion, so don’t wait and order yours today! 10.1 WSVGA (1024 x 600) LED Backlight Color-Shine Display 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera WiFi 802.11b/g/n Wireless Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR 10/100Mbps LAN Hi-Definition Audio Speaker and Digital Array Microphone Card Reader – MultiMedia Card (MMC), Secure Digital/SDHC Connections – 2 x USB 2.0, Mini VGA, Headphone, Microphone, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions – 10.31 (W) x 7.01 (D) x 0.71 ~ 1.01 (H) Approximate Unit Weight – 2.

User Ratings and Reviews

1 Star misleading marketing
Now the “i” key is sticking…quite a problem!!!

When I purchased this computer Amazon recommended the Crucial 2GB 667 Mhz CT25664AC667 DDR2 200-Pin SODIMM Laptop Memory which I purchased. Only when the computer arrived was it clear that it is IMPOSSIBLE for the average user to install this memory without dismantling the entire computer. I was told by customer service that it was indeed faulty merchandising on Amazon’s part and I could return the memory without penalty. However, Amazon charged me to return the merchandize which they NEVER should have recommended or sold with this machine in the first place. My first association with this machine was soured by Amazon’s misleading marketing and customer service.ASUS Eee PC 1008HA Seashell 10-Inch Pearl Black Netbook – 6 Hour Battery Life

5 Stars Best balance of portability and usability in a netbook
+ Great keyboard, pretty good track pad (no two finger scrolling, but you can make circular motions with your finger to scroll)

+ Fairly quick as far as netbooks go, even with 1GB RAM

+ Good battery life (4+hrs)

+ Very thin and light (portability is the point, no?)

+ Decent speakers and very quiet fan/hardware

+/- Glossy screen. The glare doesn’t bother me and I’ll gladly take a little glare in exchange for what I perceive as better contrast and colors.

-RAM not easily upgradeable (doesn’t yield that significant a difference in performance though)

-Battery not user-replaceable (this isn’t much of an issue for me as the battery life is pretty good and i don’t know many people who have actually purchased an additional/replacement battery for their laptops)

Note: Some people might complain about the standard netbook screen resolution and lack of graphics processor, but I find the former to be perfectly adequate and the latter to be overkill for netbook purposes (also would reduce the battery life).

2 Stars Pretty… but big wireless problems
I’m on my third day trying to connect to my wireless router, which my regular laptop, my printer, and my son’s laptop regularly do without any problems. I spent several hours with three different ASUS “tech specialists”, and they simply go through a predefined routine… nice people but thoroughly useless. Two already suggested returning the unit… which is a huge inconvenience.

In two different forums, several other posts report wireless problems. ASUS posted a “fix”, which means they know of this problem, but the fix did not execute in my Eee. Bummer…!

4 Stars Geat!
I got this netbook like 3 weeks ago and has been working perfectly for till today.

Pros:

- The keyboard. It’s really the best netbook keyboard i’ve tried.

- Mousepad. The scroll works perfect and the zoom utility is great!

- Glossy screen. It looks great from every angle, great bightness and contrast.

- Speakers. They’re very decent for what you can expect in a netbook.

- Software. I love the EEE SuperHybrid Engine wich allows you to change the power consumtion and performance just with the hotkeys. It also can overclock the CPU to 1.75Ghz (still trying to get more than that).

- Battery. I’ve used today for 5:15 and is telling me that I have 20 minutes left. Almost hits the promised time.

Cons:

- 6 dead pixels came with the screen. Also the glossy screen isn’t good at all if you like using your computer on the outdoors.

- The black screen border is a fingerprint magnet.

- Wi-fi doesn’t work on Windows 7.

- The battery and memory are very difficult to replace, and Asus says that if you do it you’ll void the warranty.

5 Stars Nice and small
GOOD: Nice and small device. Very easy to carry everywhere – only 2 lbs. Frequently do not need to carry charger because of long battery life – 6hrs max and about 4 hrs if processor-hungry applications running. Very fast – comes from standby in 5 seconds, all normal applications work without any delays – Skype, Firefox, Chrome, Outlook, Picasa, bookreaders, and etc.

BAD: Purchased with Amazon-recommended additional 2GB memory, but can not easily install because 1008HA does not have a memory door. Actually it runs well with 1GB, but I wasted money on additional 2GB. Later Amazon placed a notification on their site that 2GB is difficult to install, but still offers to buy it. Also, personally I do not like hi-gloss screens, but it is not a big issue.

COMPARED TO: Before purchase compared 1008HA to MSI netbooks and found their keyboard wierd – Fn key in place of Ctrl and too small keys “.” and “,”

CONCLUSION: Completely satisfied. Also, I’m considering buying 1101HA later when it becomes available to get 11″ screen with higher resolution and longer battery life.

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ASUS Eee PC 1008HA Seashell 10 Inch Pearl Black Netbook 6 Hour Battery Life is a post from: BestNetbooksReviews.com

Acer extends their Netbook family with the Aspire One 751h Netbook blending portability and Internet productivity at an amazing price. Experience no limits with the 11.6″ high-def LED-backlit display, full size keyboard, multi-gesture touchpad, and revolutionary Intel Atom processor. All packed into an ultra lightweight design that’s only a 1″ thin giving you the freedom to go wherever your life takes you. 11.6 diagonal WXGA (1366 x 768) CrystalBrite LED Backlit Display Integrated Crystal Eye Webcam Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 500 Built-in Stereo Speakers Acer InviLink 802.11b/g Wireless Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR 10/100 Ethernet LAN Multi-in-1 Card Reader SD, MMC, RS-MMC, MS, MS Pro, xD Ports – 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone/Speaker/Line-Out, Microphone-in, VGA, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions – 11.18 (W) x 8.54 (D) x 1 (H) Approximate Unit Weight – 2.97 Pounds

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Acer Aspire One AO751h 1273 11 6 Inch White Netbook 8 Hour Battery is a post from: BestNetbooksReviews.com

Seemingly crafted by nature itself, the Eee PC Seashell draws its inspiration from seashells and its opalescent and glossy exterior is crafted by the innovative in-Mold Roller technology. It’s so light and compact, you can take it anywhere with you! And with sleek curves and smooth lines hugging its lustrous shell, the Eee PC Seashell will easily charm passers-by wherever it goes. The Eee PC Seashell is a highly portable companion that users can carry about. Boasting a profile measuring just 1-inch in depth and weighing at 2.42 pounds, the svelte and lightweight Eee PC Seashell is a joy to behold and its compact dimensions making it the perfect runabout Internet device anywhere. With the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine’s increased power efficiency, the Eee PC can deliver an impressively 6 hours battery lifespan eliminating worries about power while on-the-go and easily keeps users connected for full day, unplugged computing. The ergonomic keyboard is more comfortable and less fatiguing to type on, giving you unsurpassed comfort when typing for prolonged periods. And with the Multi-Touch gesture input feature, you can easily zoom in and out to view photos or read documents by just moving two fingertips apart or together on the touchpad. You can also simultaneously slide two fingertips up or down the touchpad making scrolling in a window easy without the use of a mouse. The New Eee PC Seashell is built to be your perfect travel companion, so don’t wait and order yours today! 10.1 WSVGA (1024 x 600) LED Backlight Color-Shine Display 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera WiFi 802.11b/g/n Wireless Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR 10/100Mbps LAN Hi-Definition Audio Speaker and Digital Array Microphone Card Reader – MultiMedia Card (MMC), Secure Digital/SDHC Connections – 2 x USB 2.0, Mini VGA, Headphone, Microphone, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions – 10.31 (W) x 7.01 (D) x 0.71 ~ 1.01 (H) Approximate Unit Weight – 2.

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ASUS Eee PC 1008HA Seashell 10 Inch Pearl White Netbook 1 66GHz Intel Atom N280 Processor 1GB RAM Bluetooth Slim 1 Inch Thin Design 2 4lbs Light XP Home is a post from: BestNetbooksReviews.com

This Eee PC by Asus comes in Fine Ebony style that is created with cutting-edge Infusion casing technology. Inlaid within the chassis itself, the motifs are an integral part of the entire laptop and will not fade with time. The Infusion surface also provides a new level of resilience; scratch resistance and beautiful style while you’re out and about. The Eee PC has a sturdy display with a high-resolution screen. At 1024 x 600 pixels, images are clear and sharp, making it more comfortable on the eyes reading and editing documents. On the top of this screen is the 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera that works synchronously with the 802.11n wireless to provide web conferencing anywhere, anytime for easier web communications and increased work efficiency. Preinstalled on the Eee PC to provide you a familiar interface is Microsoft’s Windows XP Home, Windows Live Messenger and Works for numerous office applications, that allows anyone to learn, work and play. With all of these features the Asus Eee PC makes for a fantastic purchase as a well-equipped second notebook or a Web access tool, so beat the crowds, and get yours today before they sell out! Intel UMA Graphics Card 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera WiFi 802.11b/g/n Wireless Bluetooth 10/100Mbps LAN Hi-Definition Audio Speakers and Microphone Memory Card Slot – MultiMedia Card (MMC), Secure Digital (SD) Card, SDHC Connections – 3 x USB, VGA, Headphone, Microphone, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions – 10.47 (W) x 7.53 (D) x 1.12 ~ 1.50 (H) Approximate Unit Weight – 3.2 Pounds

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Everything excellent, minor flaw in kwyboard layout
ASUS did a great job in packaging this monster at this price. It’s a steal and performance is crisp for browsing, chat and quick media doses.

The only flaw i found was one horrible mistake in keyboard layout. This however was promptly corrected in a newer revision. So PLEASE buy the newer, better revision. This is quite a neat package.

4 Stars Petite Computer
One of the best purchases I’ve made. Only complaint is the “Enter” key on the right side of the keyboard is too small and in the wrong place for me.

5 Stars Absolutely Great product

I travel a lot and needed a reliable computer to keep connected

to the web. The ASUS Eee PC is much more. Came in two days,

no problems getting it ready & going and it works marvelously.

Love this machine – best thing I have purchased in a long time !

Ted B.

5 Stars Excellent Netbook
I was reviewing all the netbooks and this one had all the features I wanted specially the Bluetooth and wireless N. I’m planning to use this for travel because my laptops gets heavy after lugging it all day. I upgraded the memory to 2gb, the HDD to 500gb and bought an external DVD reader/writer. I also put Vista Ultimate in it. The speaker is loud and clear.. louder than my laptops! The screen is gorgeous with the LED backlighting.. the images are bright and crisp. Battery life is 4 hours or more on balanced power setting with internet using mid brightness. For Power Saving mode it lasts at least 5 hours. The only downside is the shift key on the right side but once you get used to it it’s fine.

2 Stars Would like it if the keyboard wasn’t so crazy!
I have really tried liking this computer, it’s tiny, it can go anywhere, overall things work well…EXCEPT…the keyboard is absolutely CRAZY.

I need to be able to type….alot, but this computer invariably and suddenly jumps several lines up and inserts what you are typing in the wrong place. I spend more time fixing what went chaotically wrong. For the longest time I assumed it was me, and now after very careful observations, it is definitely this computer. Ironically as I type this comment, it hasn’t happened once. It typically happens about every 3rd sentence, way too much!!!!

Again, I really want to LOVE this computer, if only it wasn’t so crazy!

On a positive note, the battery lasts a long time.

Buy/More Info

ASUS Eee PC 1000H 10 Inch Netbook 1 6 GHz Intel Atom Processor 1 GB RAM 160 GB Hard Drive XP Home 6 Cell Battery Fine Ebony is a post from: BestNetbooksReviews.com

Lenovo designed the IdeaPad S10e netbook as an introductory mobile PC for students in grades K-12 and as a secondary device for those in higher education. Ideal devices for connecting to the Internet for online research, students can use the netbook for sharing ideas and for conversation through email, social networking and other applications. Additionally, the Lenovo netbook provides basic functionality for word processing and light multimedia capabilities. A built-in webcam on the 10.1-inch display makes creating and sharing video messaging simple. And for a faster PC experience, the Quick Start feature allows students to quickly check email, browse the Internet, conduct video conferencing, view photos or listen to music without having to fully boot the operating system. 10.1 WSVGA (1024 x 576) LED Backlit Display Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 Integrated 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera with Microphone WiFi 802.11b/g Wireless Bluetooth Version 2.1 + EDR 10/100Mbps LAN ExpressCard 34 Slot 4-in-1 Multicard Reader – MultiMedia Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Secure Digital Connections – 2 x USB 2.0, VGA, Headphone, Microphone, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions – 9.8 (W) x 7.7 (D) x 1.4 (H) Approximate Unit Weight – 3.1 Pounds

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Lenovo IdeaPad S10E Netbook 41874KU is a post from: BestNetbooksReviews.com

The SAMSUNG N110 gives you the power to accomplish more wherever you are. The 6-cell lithium battery lasts for up to 9.5 hours! You’ll have more time to shop online, surf the web and chat with friends. Plus, a larger touch pad makes it so easy to use. The new design is also sleeker, curvier and comes with a glossy screen. Weighing only 2.8 lbs., the N110-12PBK mini notebook is an affordable mobile solution ideal for all your online needs. 10.1 diagonal Display Built-in 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera and Microphone Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 945 Built-in Stereo Speakers 802.11b/g Wireless Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR 10/100 Ethernet LAN 3-in-1 Card Reader – SD, SDHC, MMC Ports – USB 2.0, Headphone out; Microphone-in, VGA, RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions – 10.27 (W) x 7.3 (D) x 1.19(H) Approximate Unit Weight – 2.78 Pounds

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars N110 is worth a premium price
My functional requirements were to be able to do internet browsing efficiently and quickly, watch videos on certain websites, do email, handle small to medium spreadsheets, and some light word processing. I also wanted a machine with exceptional battery duration and that was relatively light and easy to carry.

Significant expert information resources I relied on: laptop magazine, cnet, Samsung, Dell, Hp, Asus. And of course, user reviews.

Hands on pre-purchase decision: With this model, I had none prior to purchase through Amazon. I checked out various competitor models at a couple of Big Box stores, but wasn’t sold on any of them, even though the prices were lower. As with a couple of other unrelated purchases, the reviews for them seemed to match what I saw, so I assumed that the reviews for this unit that I hadn’t seen must be reasonably accurate, and even more so for the performance test results.

So what have I found out since ordering and using the N110: The short answer is laptop magazine’s glowing review and resulting Editor Choice designation is right on.

My own impressions in no particular order:

Internet access: outstanding through a wireless connection or with an ethernet connection.

Screen viewing: Outdoors – it is difficult to read the screen due to the screen’s reflections. Indoors – rich and vibrant colors.

Screen images: No problems whatsoever when watching video content from sites such as youtube, mlb, abc. Text based sites such as NyTimes, Washington Post – crisp and legible.

Touch pad: Now past the learning curve, I like it. I am quite familiar with two button pads, and I like the rocker style.

Keyboard: Bigger is better. But you knew that already.

Battery life: I haven’t stretch tested it, but 4.5 hours of use left it with around a 50% charge. So claims of it lasting up to 9.5 hours use per charge seem not to be a stretch . At least for the way, I’m using it. This is of course not the same result as the battery drain tests with results of around 7 plus hours.

Fan Noise and Heat: No issues noticed.

Overall system performance: The N110 has handled everything I’ve thrown at it, but I am not throwing heavy duty computionational tasks like simulations, video decoding or graphic intensive games, nor do I ever expect to on this machine. I am currently running it with the standard 1 gb memory, and although I ordered a memory upgrade at the same time as the N110, I haven’t seen a need for the extra memory, yet. On the negative side, if you are planning on using this machine often outdoors in bright light, you will more than likely end up being unhappy with this machine. Otherwise, I think laptop magazine got it right: it is a near perfect netbook.

5 Stars Samsung N110 is the absolute best NetBook out there
I received the Samsung N110 from Amazon ahead of schedule. Free shipping on the computer and the 2gb of ram. Pricing was the best around (from a reliable source.) I absolutely love this little machine. It is resonably fast – actually faster than I expected, & the keyboard is very comfortable to use – not crowded at all for my fat fingers! It offered to split the harddrive into two partitions, which I did. With the 160gb harddrive, I have more space than I will need. The D: drive is being used as a backup/recovery for the C: drive. I have loaded Mapsource, Skype, and MS Office 2007 onto the machine and it all works beautifully. (I shared the DVD on my desktop machine & mapped the Netbook to it, so I could easily load software without having to purchase a separate USB DVD.)

Overall, the best purchase I have made in a computer – lots of “bang for the buck” with this baby. I am taking it with me to Europe in about 10 days and am looking forward to being able to do email & web exploring on the trip. It is the perfect size for travel and the battery is really amazing – I have not run it down after 8 hours, it still had more to give!! Highly recommended!!!!

5 Stars A great little Netbook
I have had my Samsung N110 for about a week now. I upgraded the ram to 2gb. I have itunes and office 2007 running on it and I have had zero problems so far. The battery is truly amazing. I have surfed the net for a couple of hours, transfered music from my desktop to the samsung, installed office, and played around with all of the settings and features for a total of over 8 hours and I still had over 30% battery life showing. I thought the glossy screen would bug me, but it isn’t bad at all. The only time I notice it is when I first start up the computer and the screen is totally black.

The only things I would point out is that the red strip is not as visable as it is in the pictures. It is closer to black than shown here. Also, if you look closely at the cover, it also has a very faint red sparkle. My wife doesn’t see it, but I swear it is there. That is how faint it is.

Also, there is no multitouch feature on the trackpad for two finger scrolling. Not a big deal. The only complaint I have is that thte Samsung logo under the screen was put on a little crooked. The keyboard was my biggest concern. I have big hands (I can palm a basketball) and it has worked flawlessly for me. I would highly recommend this netbook!

5 Stars Samsung N110 – Best Netbook To Date!!!
I received my N110 from Buy.com earlier this week. First off, let me say that I would have preferred to order this item from Amazon.com, but it was unavailable at the time of my purchase. Amazon is by far my first choice for all my purchases due to their incredible customer service and low prices, and I wish that the N110 would have been available here sooner. That said, here is the skinny on the N110.

So far it has met all my needs and expectations for such a small computer. I have seen a lot of people give bad reviews to netbooks based on their lack of an optical drive, small keyboards/track pads, or their poor performance with 3D gaming. To these people I say – do some research and know what you are buying before you purchase it. It’s a netbook people, not a 15″ laptop that has been magically shrunk to fit in a 10″ casing. Like all things in life, some things had to be sacrificed in order to achieve such a small computer. Processing power and track pad/keyboard size had to be decreased to fit everything into such a small package and get extended battery run times.

Before purchasing the N110 I had about a weeks experience with the Samsung NC10 Special Edition. I returned it to Amazon.com due to some squeaks and creaks coming from the casing on the left hand side. I know that some netbooks have flimsy construction and that this can be attributed to their low costs, but from the reviews I have read on the Samsungs, this should not be the case. Since the build quality’s reputation on the Samsung is impeccable, I determined that I must have a defective unit and sent it back to Amazon. Amazon.com took it back with no questions asked for a full refund. Thanks Amazon!!

Since the N110 was starting to show up on online retailer’s sites, I decided to hold off on ordering another NC10 SE and get the N110 instead.

Boy, am I glad that I did. The chassis on the N110 is beautiful (with zero squeaks or creaks). I definitely find the red stripe on the N110 easier on the eyes then the chrome one found on the NC10 SE. Also, the round edges on the N110′s chassis give it a much more modern look then the NC10′s square chassis. Here is my breakdown from a previous review of the NC10 vs NC10 SE vs N110. I am reposting this because I am sure that a lot of people who are interested in the N110 will also be looking at the NC10 and NC10 SE. Hopefully this helps some of you to come to your decision.

NC10 vs. NC10 Special Edition:

1. Larger battery on NC10 SE: Both are 6 cells. 5200 mAh for standard NC10 vs 5900 mAh for Special Edition.

2. Larger track pad on NC10 SE. (see pic here: http://www.liliputing.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/nc10-touchpads.jpg)

Essentially the Special Edition has the same specs as the new Samsung N110, just with the NC10′s chassis. Further details on the differences below.

NC10 Special Edition vs. N110

1. N110 has glossy screen, and NC10 SE is matte. At first I thought I would not like a glossy screen, but after using my new MacBook Pro 15″ for the past few months, my mind has been swayed.

2. Ingratiated graphics: N110 has Intel 945 GSE w/ 128 MB VRAM vs NC10 having Intel 945 GSE w/ 64 MB VRAM. No sure how this will impact video playback, buy my philosophy is more is always better.

3. Different chassis. Edges are rounder on the N110, along with the strip of red around the edges. One of my TVs is a Samsung w/TOC, and I like it just fine.

Is it worth it? It depends. Since one of the biggest complaints I’ve read regarding the standard NC10 is its track pad size (a hardware element that cannot be modified), The extra costs for the N110 is a small price to pay to have a little more real estate on the track pad and more battery power (an extra bonus). If you use an external mouse, the track pad size is moot and does not matter, so the N110 may not be worth the extra money. As far as purchasing the NC10 SE over the N110, if you like the square chassis and matte screen, I would say go for the NC10 SE. At the time of this review, the NC10 SE was currently unavailable and has this message up from Amazon:

“Item Under Review

This item is currently unavailable from Amazon.com because customers have told us there may be something wrong with it, the way we were shipping it, or the way it’s described here. (Thanks for the tip!)

We’re working to fix the problem as quickly as possible”

I don’t know what this means, but it looks like the NC10 SE may not even be available anymore.

Hope this insight is of some help.

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Samsung N110 12PBK 10 1 Inch Black Netbook 6 Cell Battery 9 5 Hours is a post from: BestNetbooksReviews.com

Seemingly crafted by nature itself, the Eee PC Seashell draws its inspiration from seashells and its opalescent and glossy exterior is crafted by the innovative in-Mold Roller technology. It’s so light and compact, you can take it anywhere with you! And with sleek curves and smooth lines hugging its lustrous shell, the Eee PC Seashell will easily charm passers-by wherever it goes. The Eee PC Seashell is a highly portable companion that users can carry about. Boasting a profile measuring just 1-inch in depth and weighing at 2.42 pounds, the svelte and lightweight Eee PC Seashell is a joy to behold and its compact dimensions making it the perfect runabout Internet device anywhere. With the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine’s increased power efficiency, the Eee PC can deliver an impressively 6 hours battery lifespan eliminating worries about power while on-the-go and easily keeps users connected for full day, unplugged computing. The ergonomic keyboard is more comfortable and less fatiguing to type on, giving you unsurpassed comfort when typing for prolonged periods. And with the Multi-Touch gesture input feature, you can easily zoom in and out to view photos or read documents by just moving two fingertips apart or together on the touchpad. You can also simultaneously slide two fingertips up or down the touchpad making scrolling in a window easy without the use of a mouse. The New Eee PC Seashell is built to be your perfect travel companion, so don’t wait and order yours today! 10.1 WSVGA (1024 x 600) LED Backlight Color-Shine Display 1.3 Megapixel Webcamera WiFi 802.11b/g/n Wireless Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR 10/100Mbps LAN Hi-Definition Audio Speaker and Digital Array Microphone Card Reader – MultiMedia Card (MMC), Secure Digital/SDHC Connections – 2 x USB 2.0, Mini VGA, Headphone, Microphone, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions – 10.31 (W) x 7.01 (D) x 0.71 ~ 1.01 (H) Approximate Unit Weight – 2.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars The New Must Have Netbook?!?!?!
The New Must Have Netbook?!?!?!

This is my second Eee as I also own the Asus 1000HE. While I love the 1000HE, I was really looking forward to the 1008HA because of the slimmer design and full size right shift key. After a couple of days with the device, here are my thoughts:

Pros:

- It has a full size right shift key!!! Touch typist will appreciate this over the tiny, misplaced right shift key on the 1000HE.

- The 1008HA feels much lighter than the 1000HE. When people would pick up my 1000HE, they would be surprised by how heavy it is. The 1008HA feels great.

- Even in a slim package, the 1008HA still has all of the features you want in a Netbook: wireless N, Bluetooth, N280 processor, SDHC card slot, and decent battery life.

- I’m getting over 4 hours of battery life so far. Not bad for a 3 cell battery!!!

- It includes a slim VGA port but it includes a standard VGA adapter that is tucked away under the device.

- The 1008HA is a beautiful piece of equipment. I know this isn’t a technical benefit but it doesn’t hurt. The 1000HE is “husky” in comparison.

Cons:

- Having only 2 USB ports kinda sucks since I sometimes need to connect my phone, retractable mouse, and USB storage drive.

- As another reviewer mentioned, if you need to keep a wireless receiver plugged in for your non-bluetooh devices, the port covers will annoy you. Perhaps you can remove one of the covers?

- I prefer two separate mouse buttons instead of the rocker button. I don’t know why they switched to the rocker.

- The memory, hard drive, and battery are not user replaceable. I read that you can have these replaced at an Asus service center though. I find that 1GB of ram is fine for XP.

- Windows 7 doesn’t work yet because of video issues. I read on an Eee forum that there’s an auto login workaround if that interests you.

- It doesn’t have the legendary battery life of the 1000HE but 4 hours isn’t bad for a device this small.

Neutral:

The 1008HA comes with a thin sleeve. I got this bag for it and it fits nicely:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001KC0818?ie=UTF8&tag=asin-b00bam-20

Conclusion:

Whether you buy the 1008HA over the 1000HE, or the upcoming 1005HA (which is basically a 1000HE with more battery life and a full size right shift key), it comes down to this- are you willing to sacrifice battery life, a usb port, and additional cost to get a lighter, slimmer device. I like the 1008HA and highly recommend it to anyone that will appreciate this compromise. For those that prefer function over form, the 1000HE or the upcoming 1000HA should fit the bill. I don’t think you can go wrong with any of the Eee 100X series netbooks. They continue to offer all of the features at the best prices. Don’t get those cheaper, crippled netbooks. You’ll kick yourself.

5 Stars What a great machine!
This is my third eee pc. I started with the original 4G with 7″ screen. I wanted more storage and a screen that filled the form factor so I then moved up to the 9″ 900HA. At the time of the 900HA, I opted for reduced weight over increased size and chose the lighter weight 900HA over the larger but heavier 100x series. I learned my mistake, though, because the more I used the 900HA, the more annoying the typing errors due to the smaller keyboard became. You might not think a diagonal inch could make such a difference, but it does. Since getting the 900HA, I’ve gotten two 1000HAs for my sons and recommended the 1000HA to my sister and all three of them love them. Still, the increased weight kept me from taking the plunge for a 10″ netbook myself, that is, until the 1008HA came along.

As with everything, the 1008HA comes with pluses and minuses.

The biggest plus is the weight: 2lbs 5 oz. compared to 2lbs 7.5 oz for the 900HA and 3lbs 4 oz for the 1000HA (and 3 lbs 5 oz for the latest 1000HA with chicklet keyboard).

Another plus is the Atom N280 processor which, while not a barn burner, is noticeably faster than the N270 in other models.

There is also Bluetooth and 820.11n wireless, but those are of no real interest to me since I don’t have an 802.11n router (but perhaps I should start thinking of one!).

The only clear minus for me is the port covers which make it inconvenient to connect things. They would be particularly inconvenient if I wanted to keep the teeny (1/4″ extension) USB receiver from a Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks (Black) plugged in permanently. Unfortunately, Logitech does not make a Bluetooth version of the VX nano.

Then there are two things that are a positive or negative depending on your point of view.

The first is the nonremovable battery. If the battery were to die, it would have to be returned to Asus for service. I tell myself that by the time this happens I would probably be wanting to replace the machine. The reason I view it as a positive and not an outright negative is that the Li-polymer battery, which can be molded however the manufacturer wishes, helps give the 1008HA its reduced weight. Asus will shortly be introducing the 1005HA, which has a replaceable battery but is otherwise identical to the 1008HA. However, 1005HA’s weight will be back up in the 3 lb 2 oz range.

The second is the glare screen. It can take some getting used to. I don’t have any problems with my appearance, but if I wanted my face for wallpaper, I’d have taken my picture an uploaded it. However, so far I haven’t found the adjustment to be difficult. The biggest surprise was that outdoors the glare screen on the 1008HA turned out to be easier to read than the matte screen on my 900HA! The trick was to have the screen facing the sun, but at an angle so that the sun was not reflecting in my eyes. With the back of the screen toward the sun, the 1008HA’s screen is unreadable, but the 900HA’s screen was no great shakes either.

I won’t paint a pretty picture. I spent two days debating whether to keep the 1008HA or return it for what is now a considerably cheaper 1000HA, but I found myself getting used to the glare screen, felt I could easily live with the port covers, and decided to keep the 1008HA because of its reduced weight.

4 Stars Nice netbook but No Windows 7 yet.
Just picked one up and found out that IT DOESN”T RUN Windows 7 due to Video issues. I had such a great experience with an Acer Aspire One netbook that I though I would upgrade to a slimmer netbook. But after bringing it home last night I found out that there are issues with it going to a black screen when poweing on OR hibernating…

There are some clunky workarounds that work for some but it’s not a good choice for Windows 7 beta or RC yet. If you’re planning on a netbook for Windows 7 this isn’t it yet. Hope they update the bios at some point.

That being said it’s a nicely built unit and heals solidly constructed with a good keyboard. If you’re after an XP netbook it’s very nice.

4 Stars Nice package, and (almost) works with Ubuntu
I was considering the 1000HE, but decided to wait for the 1008HA. It’s a really nice package. My only real problem with it is the lack of a Linux option, but that is (relatively) easy to remedy.

For those wondering about Linux compatibility, I was able to install Ubuntu 9.04 easily enough, but none of the network interfaces worked. I then tried the “netbook remix” of Ubuntu, but this did not solve that problem.

(Note for those trying the netbook remix; it is about 950MB, and is an .IMG file, *not* an .ISO, so don’t try to use a CD. It is relatively easy to “dd” the file to an SD card, however, and the Eee will boot from the SD card. It’s also handy to know that you need to press F2 on boot to get to BIOS, then disable the “Boot Booster”, so that next time you boot you can press ESC to select the boot device.)

Once you install, you need to grab the AR813X-linux-v1.0.0.8.tar.gz package from http://partner.atheros.com/Drivers.aspx . Untar this (ignore the gzip errors), cd src, make, sudo make install, then insmod the resulting file. That should give you wired ethernet.

To get wifi, go to Administration > Software Sources > Updates and check off “Unsupported Updates (jaunty-backports)”, then do sudo apt-get install linux-backports-modules-jaunty . Once you reboot, you should have wireless.

5 Stars Like a Macbook Air without the high price tag
This is my third eee pc that I’ve come across in my household. The first one was the 7″ inch one but I had much difficulty typing on the keyboard due to the small compact form. Later on upgraded to the 1000ha and it was a more favorable experience for the bigger screen size and keyboard. However it was still a boxy form and the battery life wasn’t’ good enough. It was a little like all the other netbooks and I wanted something much slimmer. I own a Macbook but I decided to carry something cheaper and not as heavy around in my bag for school. The 1008ha caught my eye when it looked almost like the Macbook Air without the high price tag.

Pros:

2lbs 5 oz. compared to the Macbook 4.5 lbs

Atom N280 processor, much faster than other netbooks on the market

Bluetooth and 820.11n wireless, latest wireless innovation installed on this netbook

Cons:

The non removable battery may bother some users who need to change the batteries, I see this as a no issue for me because I’m sure the battery life is sufficient for me for my small tasks. This battery is sure to last very long though, but when it goes into memory loss, I’m afraid what the price tag may be to fix this.

The glare and reflection is pretty bad outdoor. I was able to see myself very clearly as if I was looking into a mirror, as long as you stay indoor I’m sure you’ll be safe.

Overall, I liked my purchase, instead of lugging my $1,600 4.5 lb. Macbook around, I can carry a $400 2.4 lb Eee netbook and feel less weight on my shoulders. This is almost like the Macbook Air and if your looking for the nicest netbook on the market and slimmest, the 1008ha is perfect for you.

Buy/More Info

ASUS Eee PC 1008HA Seashell 10 Inch Pearl Black Netbook 1 66GHz Intel Atom N280 Processor 1GB RAM Bluetooth Slim 1 Inch Thin Design 2 4lbs Light XP Home is a post from: BestNetbooksReviews.com