i'm waiting for the nvidia ion chipset (mentioned above)

i'd kinda like to see the dual-core intel atom processor (N330, IIRC) in one, as well, but it might defeat the purpose of a netbook (and it uses 8w instead of 2w for the N270 and 4w for N230)

1/5/2009 12:45:05 PM

^ Given how much these things cost, it's feasible to just buy one now and then buy the next iteration when they come out. Besides, I think the next iterations of the netbooks are at least 9 months out.

1/5/2009 12:58:20 PM

It's shipped! I went with white after reading a lot of reviews because the blue was too glossy and cheap looking compared to the matte white finish.

1/5/2009 1:37:40 PM

Just got my Samsung NC10 in the mail. LOVE IT. Not too much bloatware, only thing i uninstalled was the McAfee trial. I'm pissed though because the day after i ordered it newegg put the black ones up but i'm still loving the white. It's very sturdy and feels nicely built. Everything is a lot more zippy and responsive than i thought.

Grandmaster did you upgrade your ram to 2gbs?

1/7/2009 4:51:08 PM

I highly recommend running Ubuntu on netbooks. I'm running Ubuntu-eee on my Asus 1000HA.

[Edited on January 7, 2009 at 4:59 PM. Reason : typing FTL]

1/7/2009 4:59:36 PM

^I thought about it but XP seems to run fine. I was just worried about certain features on linux. Like itunes/ipod touch or tethering it with my windows mobile phone. I just figured XP would be better. I might try a dual boot though.

1/7/2009 5:04:35 PM

i haven't had a problem with XP on mine.

1/7/2009 5:11:46 PM

Anyone have any good skinners they use with XP? I haven't used XP in a while but it's on my other laptop and i'm using windowblinds on that. I just can't stand how XP looks. Didn't know if a particular program used less resources or something.

1/7/2009 9:10:59 PM

Has anyone tried running Windows 7 on their netbook yet? Apparently there was a demo of just that at CES last week.

1/8/2009 11:54:24 AM

^i might try it. Does anyone know if the TD store has laptop ddr2 ram for these netbooks? I'd rather just pick up a 2GB module rather than ordering it.

1/10/2009 3:11:13 PM

^ I imagine that they would being that it's very common RAM. However, I don't know for sure.

1/11/2009 1:26:43 AM

Quote :

"I highly recommend running Ubuntu on netbooks. I'm running Ubuntu-eee on my Asus 1000HA."

the realtek ethernet/wireless card in the msi wind doesn't work in ubuntu, at least not without compiling your own drivers. i've wanted to run ubuntu but for now it looks like i'm stuck with windows xp.

1/11/2009 1:41:47 AM

^ I'm glad I don't have that problem with my Asus netbook. The reduced overhead in the ubuntu-eee build makes my netbook much more responsive than with the factory XP install.

1/11/2009 2:17:29 AM

^I'm not opposed to trying it. I have kbuntu on my desktop. How are the bluetooth/tethering programs? I have a windows mobile phone and it's so easy to get 3G on my netbook. Also what alternatives to itunes are there? I have an iPod touch and use it with my netbook.

1/11/2009 2:35:37 AM

I upgraded the ram to 2GB yeah.

Someone here has installed windows 7 on their NC10, scroll back a couple pages.

1/11/2009 2:47:43 AM

I have had the Aspire One for a little over a month now, and I just can't find a reason to return it. At the time they only had the white model, so I figured I would give it a shot and most likely return for a different color if I liked it. But, now I like it so much I do not want to get rid of it.

The only downside is it only has 1 gig of ram that is not very easily upgradable, but it does the job for me and I don't feel it really needs more with what I do on it.

1/11/2009 6:31:15 AM

i think i will get an aspire one this week

1/11/2009 6:45:34 AM

Quote :

"The reduced overhead in the ubuntu-eee build makes my netbook much more responsive than with the factory XP install."

XP works pretty well on the wind, actually.

1/11/2009 8:36:07 AM

edit : I just got an aspire one and am starting it up for the first time

1/11/2009 3:12:47 PM

Just drove to Raleigh from Charlotte. Had my Samsung NC10 hooked up to my phone as a 3g modem listening to streaming NPR/Pandora the whole time. Only had to reconnect like twice. I'm loving this thing.

Anyone interested in windows 7 on thier sammy:
http://sammynetbook.com/plugins/forum/forum_viewtopic.php?6335

1/11/2009 10:29:28 PM

yeah, I'm still running XP on the Wind. I want to switch OS, but XP isn't giving me any shit whatsoever. I don't want to spend the time finding drivers for all the pretty lights, the wireless card, bluetooth, etc...so I might keep XP for a while longer.

1/12/2009 10:09:43 AM

I've got the 2 big black blotches on the lower left 1/4th of my screen with the Samsung NC10. From what i've heard all of a certain batch has them. Kinda pisses me off, but Samsung offered to get UPS to pick it up and return it within a week. Just annoying not having it for a week.

[Edited on January 12, 2009 at 4:28 PM. Reason : .]

1/12/2009 4:27:21 PM

I checked and I do not have these. Mine is blue and I got it from CDW about a month ago.

1/12/2009 8:06:49 PM

Some more details on the ion platform: http://anandtech.com/video/showdoc.aspx?i=3499&p=1

1/13/2009 6:04:20 PM

anyone know how to send sms messages to cell phones over the internet? I'd love to do it typing on the keyboard rather on my phone, plus if it is free...............

1/14/2009 7:14:52 AM

^ maybe free for you, but not for the recipient.

in most cases it's something like number@provider... if you know the network of your recipient, that helps.

http://www.sms411.net/2006/07/how-to-send-email-to-phone.html

1/14/2009 8:34:20 AM

my asus eee 1000HA just got delivered

really wanted the NC-10 but couldn't make myself spend that extra $100

1/16/2009 2:11:39 PM

Anyone have any recommendations for cases?
I have been using the sleeve for the nc10. I put in my backpack and had a close call with someone almost stepping on it today. The more padding the better, I don't really care how it looks (unless its pink )

1/16/2009 5:19:59 PM

portable dvd player case on clearance for like $4 worked for me

doesn't scream laptop either, so might be good for theft prevention also

plenty of padding

1/17/2009 7:24:57 AM

link?

1/17/2009 10:42:51 AM

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Notebook-Premium-Double-Memory/dp/B001LV7XAM/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1232227461&sr=1-6

i went ahead and got the one from senyx for my eee and like it... the memory foam seems to be plenty of padding

loving the netbook so far, nice screen and no problems typing... battery life is also very good...

1/17/2009 4:26:53 PM

sorry

go to radio shack cary mall they have some clearance cases

and of course maybe circuit city right now...........

1/18/2009 5:00:41 PM

Yeah i use the included case with my NC10. Wouldn't mind a case that zips or something.

1/18/2009 10:33:40 PM

The case that came with my Asus Eee PC 1000HA is real nice.

1/18/2009 11:43:18 PM

yeah, i either missed it or they didn't list it on the sites i visited, but i didn't know a case would be included... probably wouldn't have ordered the other one if i had

1/19/2009 11:18:00 AM

My NC10 should be here tomorrow, I can't wait

1/21/2009 12:59:18 PM

^what color? and where did you order it from?

1/21/2009 3:29:25 PM

So reassuring to hear of all of the satisfied NC10 owners. I was skeptical a bit at first, especially since I paid more than I wanted to and didn't even get black (UK only at the time).

Windows 7 is running fantastic. Still fiddling trying to get the battery manager to work, but display and everything else is fine. neodata, did you ever get your LCD smudge problem taken care of? That's the one good thing about having bought it from our CDW rep. If anything at all goes wrong I know I won't have to deal with any kind of hassle for the return.

1/21/2009 4:27:20 PM

^No didn't deal with the issue yet. Can only really see them when there's a white background. I guess i have a year to do it so i'll wait a little bit and see how much it bothers me.

1/21/2009 9:31:40 PM

I got the black one, from Newegg.com

1/22/2009 8:02:51 AM

can a netbook like the Acer one handle me DJing on it? like a program such as Serato and bittorrent at the same time?

1/22/2009 2:15:46 PM

^^Check and see if you have the spots.


^I upgraded to 2 gigs of ram and i have no trouble using newsgroups, playing music, watching SD videos. I was even able to play half life and some newer games.

List of games that work on the MSI wind. Very impressive list:
http://pcgamers.co.za/2008/12/28/netbook-gaming-msi-wind/

It tells you which games have low frame rates. I was surprized it said half-life 2, C&C3 could both be played just fine.

1/22/2009 4:30:54 PM

I STILL have a rock hard boner over this MSI Wind.

1/22/2009 4:38:12 PM

ew

1/22/2009 5:23:20 PM

Just ordered the aspire 1

1/22/2009 6:06:10 PM

neo, I can't see your picture, but I have not noticed any discolorations on the screen, no bad pixels or anything.

1/23/2009 7:19:56 AM

After owning an EeePC 1000HD now for over two months, I have to say that I'm still pretty happy with it. I upgraded it to 2 GB of RAM, and it's remained pretty snappy for my day-to-day needs. I much prefer carrying it to campus for regular meetings, note-taking, etc. Exactly the right machine at the right price for me.

1/23/2009 9:33:53 AM

Jolicloud OS for netbooks:
http://www.jolicloud.com/
http://www.techcrunch.com/2009/01/22/new-screenshot-of-jolicloud-netbook-operating-system/

1/23/2009 10:50:08 AM

^ Looks like a re-skinned version of Ubuntu's netbook remix package.

1/23/2009 11:23:53 AM

Ok so I have a hugeeee problem.

I got the HP Mini, i know it doesnt have a ton of space, Im actually carrying it back today, I just needed something for last night.

the problem I have is that the sound, when plugged into an external unit such as a surround sound or the DJ system we use...the sound is absolutely TERRIBLE.

it has no bass, sounds like you are in a barrel.

anyone know what may be the case? is it just the sound cards in the netbooks are that bad?

should i stick with a regular laptop? thinking about exchanging to the Acer 1 if i keep a netbook

helpppp plz

1/23/2009 12:42:02 PM