Acer Aspire One A110-Aw Netbook, Linpus Linux Lite version, 512MB DDR2 RAM, 8GB Flash
The Acer Aspire One is a stylish and ultra mobile netbook, ideal for surfing the web, doing emails and messenger as well as basic computing functions like writing letters and doing simple spreadsheets. With its stunning 8. 9 inch screen with built in webcam, 95% keyboard and unique yet intuitive interface, you will find the Aspire One a pleasure to use. Want one? Aspire One! Ultra-portableWeighing less than 1KG* and with dimensions that are smaller than the average diary, the Aspire One is fits into the palm of your hands, making it simple to carry by hand or even in a handbag. Unique Aspire One InterfaceOne of the neatest features of the Aspire One is the unique operating system which is created on Linux Linplus. This simple-to-use system is based on clear icons, similar to a mobile phone system, which are launched by simply clicking on them, which makes it intuitive to use and simple to master. Your primary interface is separated into 4 clear segments, Connect, Work, Fun
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13 comments
Lundy on July 6, 2009 at 8:28 pm
I bought mine to replace a far more powerful laptop which died. I chiefly wanted to be able to surf the web via wireless connection, and be able to work on presentations and documents on the move. I opted for the 8GB Linux version “just to give it a try” on the grounds that I could upgrade to Windows if I didn’t like it. In fact, the installed Linux OS and software is very good, and runs much faster than the Windows machines. I am a complete newbie to Linux, but even so I got up and running with barely a glance at the manual. The solid state drive is a bonus for true mobile use as it is much more jolt resistant than a traditional drive. 8GB storage is plenty, but can be upgraded in seconds to 40GB with an SDHC card. If you have a couple of screwdrivers and scant regard for your warranty the memory can be upgraded to 1. 5GB easily. The screen is clear and sharp with a good viewing angle, and the keyboard size is good. The supplied browser (Firefox 2) and e-mail browser work well, and OpenOffice is excellent – on a par with MS office in terms of function and well documented at www. openoffice. org. Although the Aspire One is a new player on the block there is already a thriving community offering help and support – www. aspireoneuser. com. I’d suggest a browse there before buying.
Iowa on July 6, 2009 at 8:49 pm
1.0 out of 5 stars
Cheap and nasty
Be very wary before purchasing the ACER Aspire One since they are notoriously unreliable, and the warranty is worthless.
Anonymous on July 6, 2009 at 9:05 pm
A superb bit of kit! I was initially a bit sceptical about “Linpus” Linux. I’ve used Linux since the mid-1990s, but was concerned that the installed version would be a limited, sub-standard version. I was fully ready to install my distro of choice, but found that I didn’t need to. The machine inspired confidence straight out of the box – the build quality is excellent (much better than the Asus offerings), and the keyboard felt OK. The display is bright and crisp. Battery life is OK (2. 75 hours usually) but could be better. I have a home made battery box that I carry in my briefcase to plug into it if I need to. Boot time is pretty quick, and the basic supplied applications will be sufficient for 90% of users. I’ve added more RAM (it’s now 1 Gb) and another SDD (16 Gb) so that it’s now a great little machine for working “out in the field”. I’ve added a lot of administrative tools that I need for some of my work, and have GCC installed to allow me to write and compile software. Wireless connection is flawless – it was trivially easy to configure for my home and office networks. I’ve also used it on public Wi-fi services without issue. In all, a great machine – it’s just what I needed!
Anonymous on July 6, 2009 at 9:25 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
BUY ONE!!! YOU WILL NOT BE DISSAPOINTED! i love it!
i have just bought mine and it is the best netbook i have ever had!!!
screw the…
asus eee, msi wind, HP 2202 (netbook), and the new dell net book, this is so much…
Neka on July 6, 2009 at 10:51 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great item
This Acer A110-AW Netbook, very neat fast and could not do without now a good portable unit to take with you anywhere.
Anonymous on July 6, 2009 at 11:11 pm
I’ve just taken delivery of this new Acer Aspire One (Amazon delivery took 5 days). Out of the box it looks great, it is light, the build quality looks and feels very good and the screen opens smoothly. It came with 80% battery life already which is handy if you don’t have electricity to hand immediately. I booted it up and went through a simple 4 step setup process (language, country, time, password) which took about 3 minutes. Then the OS booted. It is very user friendly with big links on the opening screen for Web, Mail, Photos, Video, Preferences, Documents etc. There is no link to “Wireless” or “Networks” which would be handy, but there is an icon in the botton right. You click on that icon and it shows you all the wireless networks within range. I connected to my home wifi without any difficulty (though I don’t use WPA or WEP security – I am a believer that wifi should be shared and free!). The laptop is for my mother and she will have no trouble using it. It is a replacement for an Asus EEE that I bought her 4 months ago. The EEE was beautiful and cool, but it was temperamental in connecting to wireless networks. That’s a major flaw. I would strongly recommend the Acer Aspire One over the EEE. It is cheaper, just as cool, just as easy to use and it does not have wireless network difficulties. Top marks Acer and welcome to the mini-laptop market. Competition is great.
Iowa on July 7, 2009 at 12:42 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great piece of kit
This is a great little laptop for someone who basically just wants to access the web and/or send emails although it will do a lot of other things too.
Ethel on July 7, 2009 at 1:36 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it!!!
My husband bought me this for christmas and I absolutely love it.. We have a desktop that I can’t keep my husband off of so he bought me this to play around with..
Fritz on July 7, 2009 at 3:19 am
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good for the basics
Perfectly good for the basics (and the price) and for sticking in my bag on a day-to-day basis, however I have decided to buy a regular laptop for the more in-depth stuff as the…
Machiko on July 7, 2009 at 6:16 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent
I bought it for my daughter for uni and it really has been great i’m in the good books now
Emilie on July 7, 2009 at 8:11 am
2.0 out of 5 stars
dont bother
not very happy with this product,within a couple of weeks lost internet/wireless ability,emailed company who sent 2 codes to try and reconfigure,neither worked,emailed again was…
Kylar on July 7, 2009 at 8:23 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant little PC
I am very very glad I got the aspire one.
Startup and shut down times are amazing. The screen is incredibly clear.
Walter on July 7, 2009 at 10:22 am
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good for the money
Got this for my sons for Xmas 2008 and does the job fine. There are loads of websites out there for support and managed to now get it booting up into a normal desktop…