Gateway LT2032u 10.1-Inch Black Netbook - Over 7 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) Review

I searched for a netbook for about a week and found that I could get a Toshiba netbook at Best Buy for about the same price that had a slightly faster processor but a smaller hard drive. I decided to go with the Gateway because of the 250 GB hard drive instead of the 120 GB. The slight increase in processor speed on the Toshiba just could not offset the Gateways price of 0 out the door with the larger hard drive. I upgraded the memory to the 2 GB max( Crucial 2GB 256Mx64PC2-5300 CT25664AC667 DDR2 200-Pin SODIMM Laptop Memory )which really makes a difference only for downloading files or watching video. The battery life seems to be about what is advertised, or maybe slightly better. I removed Norton’s and installed freeware for anti-virus and spyware and will probably remove the Microsoft Office suite because I don’t want to pay 0 for it. For as little as I expect to use it I don’t think that it is worth it on this netbook. I really only expect to use it for traveling which will consist of web use and email, and maybe video chat occasionally. It is built very solidly, and has great styling. As another reviewer stated, the battery does add about an inch to the depth over other netbooks, but this is only an issue for finding a sleeve to carry it in to protect it. I found a sleeve at Wal-Mart (also here at amazon.com) by Targus( Targus 10.2-Inch Slipskin-Peel Netbook Case )that looks great and fits perfectly. It comes in burgundy colored trim that matches exactly. It is slightly more here at amazon.com unless you get the blue trimmed one, which is about half the price as Wal-Mart. If you are looking for a full time computer, a netbook is not for you, but if you want mobility at a great price then I highly recommend this Gateway.

Acer AOD250-1515 10.1-Inch White Netbook - Up to 9 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) Review

I have been wanting a netbook for a long while. After much searching, I decided to buyt this. I have ACER products before. It is reliable and fast. It picked up my router immediately. Love it. Only suggestion to upgrade the windows 7 from starter tyo premium.

• 1.66GHz Intel N280 Atom Processor
• 1024MB DDR2 SDRAM Single Channel Memory
• 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM), Acer InviLink 802.11b/g/Draft-N Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
• Windows 7 Starter Operating System, 6-cell Li-ion Battery (5800 mAh)

If you are looking for a stylish blue Netbook, look no further than the Royal Blue Toshiba Mini Netbook. Currently, there is only one of the best-looking blue netbooks on the market. The outer shell of the netbook has a matte surface with fine diagonal lines. This will be highlighted by a bright blue metallic hinge. The touchpad and keyboard area is silver / gray in color. It is key on the keyboard right to the edge to give the user more room to enter. Overall, the design of theToshiba blue Mini is just sublime!

Sony VAIO VPC-W121AX/T 10.1-Inch Brown Netbook - Up to 7 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) Review

This is the newest model (W211AX) of Sony’s Netbooks and has a extended battery life. While others may complain of the battery- I like the fact that it elevates the netbook up towards you. Depending on the surfing you do- you may have a bit less battery life than advertised. I ordered the pink Vaio and couldn’t be more pleased. It was everything I expected it to be and then some. The Track pad is reasonably sized and much larger than most. The screen clarity is amazing. My only complaint is where the speakers are situated for the volume. I simply resolved this issue on my own and use my ipod head phones when listening to sound. To the lower right of screen you may also adjust zoom level. Your options are 100, 125, and 150. If you do increase the zoom level- You do loose a bit of viewing and must scroll from side to side. The keyboard buttons are a bit elevated and makes it easier for typing. The only other downfall that I could say would be that the netbook only comes with Windows 7 Starter. With this program starter version you are unable to change desktop background. Bummer… I love that I can install my SD card and download my photos too. Perfect for web surfing, downloading pics, typing, emails, etc.
AMAZING LITTLE NETBOOK!!!!!!!!
SONY CONTINUES TO IMPROVE THEIR APPEARANCE, MODELS INTERIOR, AND STAND BY THE SONY NAME WITH EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!!!!!!

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005HA-BU1X-BK 10.1-Inch Business Netbook with Windows XP Pro (plus Windows 7 Pro CD) - Black Review

• Intel Atom N280; Windows XP Pro Operating System (with Windows 7 Pro CD)
• 2 GB DDR2 SODIMM memory; 250 GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
• 802.11 b/g/n; Bluetooth; 0.3MP Webcam
• 10.1-Inch 1024X600 WSVGA LED Display; Up to 10.5 Hours of Battery Life
• Black sleeve case included

10.1-inch/1024×600 (WSVGA)/Intel ATOM N280 CPU/2 GB DDR2/Intel UMA/250 GB HDD/No ODD/Windows XP Pro preloaded with Win 7 Pro upgrade disc in the box/802.11 bgn/BT/0.3M Pixel/63W/h (Up to 10.5* Hrs)/Included: Inner Sleeve Case, +500GB Internet Storage/1 Year Global Warranty, (6 months for battery, 30 days ZBD Guaranteed)/Soft-touch Black.

Toshiba Mini NB205-N325WH 10.1-Inch Frost White Netbook - 9 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) Review

I have loved this netbook. The battery life is great, the appearance of the netbook is great. I love the textured cover. I got it in chocolate brown. It’s a great color. I think it’s very easy to type on, and the portability is great. It fits into my purse with no problem. I am not that knowledgable as far as the specifics of any computer, but I have found no problems working this computer. It runs quickly, even after I installed the whole Microsoft Office system. I would definitely recommend this netbook to anyone. It is easy to use, great in appearance, and very portable.

Acer AOD250-1383 10.1-Inch Ruby Red Netbook - Up to 8 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) Review

I wanted this netbook to take out onto a golf course to do scorekeeping for a large group of golfers using a system I built in Excel . It works very well for that primary purpose with one hesitation about the screen glare and visibility in high light (sun) conditions. I need to find a shady spot for decent visibility but that is no big surprise.

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1008HA-MU17-BU 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook - 6 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) Review

I decided to purchase this one because it met and exceeded my requirements for a NETBOOK. The specs on this baby match up better than most. Great keyboard and mouse, keys feel great, wireless n, fast boot, upgradeable from 1GB to 2GB, user friendly ASUS Bios updater interface, Microsoft works, lightweight. You must understand first the context of my statement. I wanted a NETbook. Not a Laptop. I didnt want an “ultimate” or Professional” version of ANYTHING running on this NETbook. I wanted it to be lean and mean. I wanted a small, powerful, convenient AND FAST NETbook for casual surfing and email. If you wanted more, your in the wrong market. I didnt buy this to play games, edit, video, watch TV or DVD’s, etc. Like I said I didn’t want a Laptop. Windows Starter 32 bit is an excellent match for a NETbook. Think of Windows 7 Starter as just that, the place to start. I figured, if I NEED an “anytime upgrade” Ill get it. At this point, having had used it for a week, I’m not changing a thing. Less is more with a NETbook. Ill save upgrades for my LAPtop and DESKtop. From when I push the power button to my first opening click of Firefox = less than one minute. I removed some preloaded crapware, i.e. ASUS whistles and bells and some preloaded games. Added Norton Internet Security Netbook Edition, and bingo, the perfect NETbook.

Gateway LT2030u 10.1-Inch Red Netbook - Over 7 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) Review

I have been pleased overall with this Gateway computer. A couple of items though. First, Windows 7 Starter required me to get some new drivers for printers (not the computer’s fault). The battery lasts around 6 hrs of active browsing. It comes preloaded with MS Office Trial Version that you can “unlock” if you pay the fee. I purchased my own Business version and thus had to strip this off before installing mine. I did need tech support for an issue and found out they are only available for a fee so EXPECT NOTHING. Overall I’m pleased with this computer, not its support.

Asus Eee PC 1005HAB Netbook - Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz / 10.1″ WXGA / 1GB DDR2 / 160GB HD / Webcam / Windows XP Home Review

• Asus Eee PC 1005HAB-RBLU001X with Intel Atom processor N270 1.6GHz
• 10.1″ WXGA LED-backlit LCD widescreen display
• 1GB DDR2 memory / 160GB Hard Drive / Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
• Built-in 1.3-megapixel webcam / 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN
• Windows XP Home Edition / Long battery life up to 3 hours and 48 minutes

On-the-go multitasking is a snap with this netbook’s high-speed wireless LAN for surfing the Web and built-in 1.3MP webcam for video chatting and conferencing. Compose e-mails with ease using the 92% full-size keyboard.