Netbook Reviews

Only 3 months passed since the release of Samsung N120-12GBK 10.1 Inch mini-notebook but it achieved to see high sales at Amazon and many positive reviews by netbook customers. It is quite lightweight weighing only 2.8 pounds. Improvements on design is noticable as well. Super Bright LCD screen (It is where Samsung wins the competition because of their highest level color technology), a killer full-sized keyboard, integrated 2.1 channel surround sound supporting subwoofer and 6 hours of continuous use are priority features. Technical hardware is energy conserving 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor, integrated Wi-Fi, Bluetooth2.0 + EDR, integrated 1.3 mp webcam, 160 GB harddrive, 1 GB RAM (I suggest to increase to 2GB for better program usage), memor card reader, three USB ports and VGA output. Operating system is MS Windows XP.

If you travel much it is a perfect choice. Durable and reliable new gem from Samsung Netbooks

You can read Samsung NC10 Netbook review here for comparison.

Netbooks are smaller, lighter and cheaper than traditional full scale notebooks but as a consumer you should know the important netbook review points before your decision. Netbooks are currently one of the hottest selling devices. The market is in a range of children, families to professionals, power users who travel much and want to get rid of all that laptop heaviness burden.

They generally have screens measuring 7 to 10 inches diagonally. All netbooks have integral wireless networking, but lack an optical drive for compact discs or DVDs. Some utilize flash computer memory for storage as an alternative to a hard disc. It actually extends battery lifespan and make netbooks more robust, so this feature is suggested. Netbooks will finally reach a huge share in 2010, occupying almost %40 of all laptop market.

Intel Atom processor is now in the most popular new netbook models including Samsung’s NC10, much of the Asus EEE range, the MSI Wind and the Acer Aspire One. The chips for Intel Atom are designed speciafically for portable devices like netbooks. Let's clearly state the fact. Netbooks are for emails, MS Office for writing and simple web browsing. If you want to play super fancy games with high quality graphics or run top level design or engineering programs like AutoCad, 3D Max, it is the worst choice.

I would suggest not spending your money for a netbook ships with Windows XP system. This is a marketing strategy to impress people. It will needlessly put extra burden on your small limited computing device. A free, open source Linux system will be enough for most people. 8 gigabytes of flash storage, 512 Mb or 1 GB RAM with Linux installed with Open Office will do all emailing, browsing and word excel editing writing processes. Do not afraid of lack of storage at all because most netbooks have now at least three USB ports where you can plug a portable hard drive. Internal hard disc storage for netbooks mean less battery time. A 16GB SD USB card flash memory will be helpful as well. Try to buy a netbook with built-in webcam with already a software like Skype installed. It will save you trying to install a third party software in Linux platform.

As a programmer, I use a laptop with 4GB Ram and a good processor for my projects but also own a MSI Wind u100 netbook which I take to my business travels to track projects using Internet access.

Amazon, being one of the best sellers of different netbook models, they also sell netbook cases with great discounts. My favorite brand is CaseCrown because of the high quality and the durability of the materials they use. Style is also another important factor. There are lots of models for Samsung, Acer, Asus, Dell, Sylvania, HP, MSI, Lenovo etc.

Since I own a ASUS Eee PC, I added below the details of netbook case which I have ordered today from Amazon. The case is water resistant. It is told that memory foam pouch material is effective against accidental hits and will eliminate the shock perfectly. We will see :) There is an extra pocket in front for accessories like chargers, mouse, cables etc. I feel that it is stylish and modern.

MSI is grabbing a perfect place amongst the netbook customers in latest years with their lightweight, competitive netbook models.

MSI Wind U100 Mini Laptop having a 10-inch LCD screen is excellent for web browsing and using office products. Wi-fi and bluetooth is provided with Windows XP operating system. The netbook has an integrated webcam and the keyboard is easy to type.

1.6 GHz Intel Atom Processor, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive is supported with internal stereo speakers, multi-format memory card reader, three USB ports, and a VGA monitor port.

It is more than we can expect. I would suggest buying this netbook and upgrade the laptop memory for better performance.



MSI Wind U100-432US 10-Inch Netbook (1.6 GHz Intel Atom Processor, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, XP Home, 6 Cell Battery)

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