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The keyboard and bottom of the notebook got quite hot even under normal use, and the fan was always running in an attempt to keep the system cool."
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The keyboard on the Eee PC is very, very compact."
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While the other systems, the Intel Classmate and the One Laptop Per Child XO , are aimed at the educational needs of children around the globe and not generally available to consumers, the Eee holds no such highbrow pedigree--it's for sale directly from Asus to the laptop-buying public."
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the Eee PC is the single most impressive notebook we've seen priced below $400"
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the Eee PC can do just about everything you “need” to do with a notebook while on the go"
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It's a little rough around the edges, but the Eee PC is a remarkably versatile machine for the price."
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Wi-Fi was pretty painless; once you set up a profile and enter the encryption key, the notebook will automatically connect to that network the next time you boot up."
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a highly portable Web surfing and office productivity machine."
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single most impressive notebook I've seen priced below $400."
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Despite the lack of Microsoft software the Eee PC is remarkably easy to use."
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Reception is quite good for a budget notebook."
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CNet
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tinny but passable sound"
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low screen resolution"
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NotebookReview
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bright and even backlight helps make for an enjoyable reading experience"
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review.zdnet.com
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tiny speakers reside on the left and right sides of the display, emitting tinny but passable sound for things like YouTube videos."
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hardwarecentral
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bright but bitsy 7-inch display"
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glossy, high contrast display"
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CNet
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the keyboard is easier to use than any UMPC we've seen"
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Cramped keyboard."
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NotebookReview
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amazingly small keyboard surface and even smaller touchpad"
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the keyboard on the Eee PC is remarkably firm"
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Laptopmag
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The keyboard is cramped but is just big enough to touch-type on; the biggest annoyance is the proximity of the Up arrow key and right Shift key; we accidentally moved up a line on several occasions while trying to capitalize a letter."
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Computershopper.com
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Its tiny keyboard, limited performance, and stunted storage are serious compromises that will eliminate it from consideration by some."
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Brighthand
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amazingly small keyboard surface"
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The keyboard on the Eee PC is very, very compact."
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The keyboard and bottom of the notebook got quite hot even under normal use, and the fan was always running in an attempt to keep the system cool."
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battery
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NotebookReview
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the battery life was reasonable"
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performance
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NotebookReview
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this tiny white titan packs an impressive punch"
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Laptopmag
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Very good performance for the price."
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Overall performance was pretty snappy, even though this machine uses a Celeron processor."
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CNet
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Small, light, and inexpensive."
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low cost"
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Low price"
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unobtrusive and inexpensive computer"
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our review of the Asus Eee PC shows this tiny white titan packs an impressive punch."
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CNet
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solid-state hard drive is fast and efficient."
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very little hard drive space"
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touchpad
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NotebookReview
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The touchpad and single button (with left and right “rocker” buttons underneath) are easy to use and responsive"
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review.zdnet.com
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The tiny touchpad measures 1.75 inches by 1.25 inches and works well on the whole"
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other
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NotebookReview
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Xandros developed a point-and-click user interface that looks and acts similar to Windows … but easier"
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The keyboard and bottom of the notebook got quite hot even under normal use, and the fan was always running in an attempt to keep the system cool"
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highly portable wireless notebook with a decent battery life"
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The bundled software is comprehensive, and includes Skype; Firefox; Thunderbird; KDE Mail, used for PIM data rather than email; OpenOffice; Acrobat Reader; the Pidgin multi-network instant messaging app; photo, music and video managers; a media player; and an array of utilities, including a file browser."
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NotebookReview
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Reception is quite good"
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The Eee PC uses an Atheros AR5BXB63 wireless module for 802.11b/g wireless Internet access"
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Laptopmag
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4GB solid state drive can withstand being dropped by Junior."
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PCMAG
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The apps get interesting with the Play tab, where you find a bunch of icons that play back your multimedia files."
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It's intuitive enough that even a little child can learn to use it, and it loads everything you need for performing basic office and multimedia tasks."
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optical drive
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PCMAG
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You don't need fast parts to run components other than an external optical drive--it's Linux, after all."
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usage
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NotebookReview
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the Eee PC is remarkably easy to use"
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PCWorld
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the interface is fairly straightforward and something even neophytes can figure out"
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PCMAG
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The user interface is easy to understand and navigate."
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Laptopmag
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The reason why the Eee PC should appeal to kids and grandparents alike is the streamlined, tab-based interface that offers only six easy-to-understand options: Internet, Work, Learn, Play, Settings, and Favorites."
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Easy-to-use interface"
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Read Reviews
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PCWorld
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Review: Miniature Laptop That Makes Sense
Please Wait...
To me, the ultrasmall, ultralightweight computer remains the Holy Grail. Unfortunately, you still pay a premium for miniaturization. The $399 Asus Eee PC 4G (available November 1, and referred to as the Eee PC 701 prior to its official launch) shatters that perception, though. For
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» Read Review
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PCMAG
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ASUS Eee PC 4G
You've probably heard of the One Laptop per Child (OLPC) initiative , which is intended to provide cheap laptops (called XOs) to underprivileged children around the world. What you might have missed is that ASUS, a company known for making laptops and laptop parts, recently launched its own answe
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» Read Review
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hardwarecentral
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Asus Eee PC 4G Review
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Excuse us for a sec, OK? We'll start the review momentarily but just need to switch into our Profess
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Reg Hardware
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Asus Eee PC 4G sub-sub-notebook
2007's Top Products Asus' diminutive Eee PC 4G 701 micro-laptop is here. It's garnered an amazing welcome from computer users looking not for the acme of performance but for a highly portable wireless notebook with a decent battery life. Will they be disappointed?
First, for anyone's who's misse
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» Read Review
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Laptopmag
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Asus Eee PC 701
This past weekend a circular advertised a Vista-powered laptop equipped with a Celeron processor, 14.1-inch display, an 80GB hard drive, and a DVD drive for only $399. For the same price, the Asus Eee PC ( see the photo gallery )Â offers the same amount of RAM and Celeron processor but a smaller se
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» Read Review
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NotebookReview
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Asus Eee PC 4G Review
by Jerry Jackson The Asus Eee PC 701 4G is the new affordable ultraportable notebook that's bound to be on many consumers' Christmas wish lists this year. Retailing for $399 or less, the Eee PC isn't exactly a workhorse, but it will do just about every basic task you'd need from a laptop. Our
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» Read Review
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Computershopper.com
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Asus Eee PC 4G Laptop
Performance, compatibility, and comfort are usually the buzzwords when you're shopping for a laptop. None of them apply to the Asus Eee PC--but that doesn't mean you shouldn't consider this unique budget portable. A lightweight, super-small notebook, the Eee PC comes with enough power and preloaded
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» Read Review
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CNet
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Asus Eee PC 4G (white)
For several months before its release, the Asus Eee PC was one of a handful of small, inexpensive PCs that had tech types buzzing with anticipation. While the other systems, the Intel Classmate and the One Laptop Per Child XO , are aimed at the educational needs of children aroun
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» Read Review
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Brighthand
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Asus Eee PC 701 4G
The Asus Eee PC 701 4G is the new affordable ultra-portable notebook that's bound to be on many consumers' Christmas wish lists this year. Retailing for $400 or less, the Eee PC isn't exactly a workhorse, but it will do just about every basic task you'd need from a laptop. Our initial hands-on
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» Read Review
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TechRadar.com
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Asus Eee PC 4G Review
So how exactly do you start a review of the best ultra-portable laptop in the world? Do you start off by discussing how the Asus Eee represents a landmark shift in the world of portable PCs? Do you talk about how unbelievable the Eee is that you can fit so much functionality into such a budget ma
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» Read Review
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review.zdnet.com
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Asus Eee PC 4G (white)
For several months before its release, the Asus Eee PC was one of a handful of small, inexpensive PCs that had tech types buzzing with anticipation. While the other systems, the Intel Classmate and the One Laptop Per Child XO , are aimed at the educational needs of children around th
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» Read Review
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