Asus Eee PC First Thoughts

[jetstar]

Thanks for the review! I'll probably pick up one of these when they become available.

[dietcokefiend]

Will it play hd movies

[snowbro]

Looks amazing...

You know what...we forget how much Microsoft and their software has gotten so so bloated over the years...

Without good tweaking, a new machine can be brought to its knees by the OS...

The other day, I tried Linux on a relatively weak laptop, and was blown away how fast everything was...super responsive, pretty much zero delays...reminded me of the good ol' Windows 3.1 days, when things were just quick!

I would love it if Google could make an open-source version of Linux with high-compatibility for hardware...I personally think with a strong name, and serious credibility, it could totally take off and give Microsoft a run for their money...

I mean, look at Vista, have you ever seen so much bloat in all your life???

Anyways, sorry for the off-topic, but I hope this thing really takes off!

[liquid.ice0]

WOW, that looks amazing!

I was looking into getting a Sony Vaio TZ90 for about 10X the price, and this will probably preform just as well for what I'd need it for.

I know it's pending to change before the public release, but do you know how much space the OS and software take up out of the box?

The OS looked very simplified, which is perfect for it's purpose, but is it actually watered down, or is it a fully accessable OS? Can one download software as one would with any linux distro? or should more advanced users be looking at installing a different linux OS manually?

Edit: nevermind, I looks like there are 2 display modes, "easy", the one displayed, and a more standard KDE environment.


I wish the screen were a little more "filling" for the case, but for the price, I certainly can't complain.

I think ASUS has made an incredibly good looking machine regardless of the price, if they truly can sell these to the public for $200-250 with a 16GB drive, I'll be amazed.

Originally Posted by snowbro

Looks amazing...
I would love it if Google could make an open-source version of Linux with high-compatibility for hardware...I personally think with a strong name, and serious credibility, it could totally take off and give Microsoft a run for their money...

Well, All Linux distros are open source already, and most of them, especially the more "mainstream" ones have fantastic hardware compatibility. Although, I do agree that if Google did something like say, partner with Ubuntu, it could shove Linux OS's into the spotlight and really put some pressure on Microsoft (and apple too. OSX is nice and all, and it IS based off unix, but it could still be much better).

[Rahul]

Only issue I have with it is the low battery life and screen. Should have moved the speakers and fit a bigger screen in there, I hate that fat black space around it. Or was it to keep costs down?

It looks only a little bit smaller than the 11.1" Asus S6 pink laptop its sitting on in that one picture. Looks like its the size of a 10" notebook to me then.

And of course it will run Windows XP, the Windows key is on the keyboard! ; )

Wait, the other downside is that it won't come out fast enough, I want it now!!! I am so getting two when they come out, one for me and my little brother! This is going to be a hit! : D

I also wonder how upgradable it is, especially regards to storage, what type of storage does it use, aside from flash that we know of? A CF microdrive?

[marioparty]

Originally Posted by paddlefoot

Excellent write-up Andrew

I was sold on the EEE PC a month ago. You could tell me almost anything negative about and I would still buy it. It's so inexpensive I almost feel obligated to hand over my money.

Nice gadget for the money. It is better than those iThings, and especially better than that outrages priced iPhone.

[liuzerus87]

Originally Posted by marioparty

Nice gadget for the money. It is better than those iThings, and especially better than that outrages priced iPhone.

That is kind of sad, that this fully functional pc is about half the price of a phone.

[jman888]

Kinda cool wish it was faster kinda. Or at least ran ubuntu.


I run ubuntu on a 2.6 Celeron and a 1.4 Celeron 256 Ram. Both run great. Im sure a Pentum M 900mhz is as good as a 1.4 Celeron M

[tea_time]

I will be getting one for sure. Anyone know if they will be available in Taiwan early? I will be visiting soon.

[nyu3]

Originally Posted by liuzerus87

That is kind of sad, that this fully functional pc is about half the price of a phone.

Apples and oranges