New Netbooks Releases

Almost every month, there will be new netbooks being released to the market.. and as a consumer, you will want to keep an eye on what are the new netbook models that are currently available in the market. In this section, you will find all the hot new netbooks recently released to the market, together with their specification and customer reviews (if available).

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-PU17

asus eee pc 1005pe

The Asus Eee PC 1005PE is the updated version of the popular Eee PC 1005HA which has been topping the chart for quite some time. It comes with Intel Pine Trail platform and N450 processor which give it an extremely long battery life (14 hours according to Asus), and slightly improved performance. Asus has also updated this new model with a chiclet style keyboard which is found to be easier and more comfortable to type on. Find out more about this netbook from the customer reviews and also the review roundup of the Eee PC 1005PE.

Specification

  • 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 Processor
  • 1GB DDR2 RAM, 1 SODIMM Slot, 2GB Max
  • 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) + 500GB Free Web Storage
  • Chiclet Keyboard
  • 0.3MP Webcam
  • 10.1-Inch Color-Shine 1024X600 WSVGA LCD Display
  • 802.11 b/g/n; Bluetooth Enabled
  • Windows 7 Starter Operating System
  • High Capacity 6 Cell Battery for up to 14 Hours of Battery Life

There’s another lower-end of Eee PC 1005PE, called 1005PE-MU17, which comes with shorter battery life (11 hours), without Bluetooth feature, and of course with lower price.

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Total Customer Reviews: (19) Read Customer Reviews
Seller: Amazon
Eee PC 1005PE-P The 10.1-inch Eee PC 1005PE-P Seashell with Windows 7 Starter shines as the ideal Eee PC for the traveler looking for outstanding wireless connectivity and efficient Eee PC performance. Thanks to the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine and high-density battery, you can take this mobile phenom wherever you choose and enjoy up to an[Read More]

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1001P-PU17-BK

asus eee pc 1001P

Asus Eee PC 1001P-PU17 is one of the new Pine Trail netbook from Asus. The main difference between this model and the 1005PE is:

  • 1005PE has a glossy screen while 1001P has a matte screen
  • 1005PE can have up to 14 hours of battery life (with best configuration) while 1001P have up to 11 hours
  • 1005PE supports 802.11 b/g/n wireless while 1001P supports only 802.11 b/g

For the full comparison between Eee PC 1005PE and Eee PC 1001P, check out this article: Asus Pine Trail Netbooks: Eee PC 1001P vs Eee PC 1005PE. While the Eee PC 1001P comes with slightly lower specification, what we really like about this netbook is the matte display which enable users to use it outdoor without any reflection problem. Also, with a starting price of $299, the 11 hours battery life is pretty decent!

Rating: 5 out of 5 – Read reviews>>

Specification

  • 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 Processor
  • 1GB DDR2 RAM, 1 SODIMM Slot, 2GB Max
  • 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
  • 0.3MP Webcam
  • 10.1-Inch Matte 1024X600 WSVGA LCD Display
  • 802.11 b/g
  • Bluetooth Enabled
  • Windows 7 Starter Operating System
  • 6 Cell Battery for up to 11 Hours of Battery Life

There’s another lower-end of Eee PC 1001P, called 1001P-MU17, which comes with lower hard drive space, without Bluetooth feature, and of course lower price.

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Total Customer Reviews: (5) Read Customer Reviews
Seller: Amazon
Eee PC 1001P-P The 10.1-inch Eee PC 1001P-P Seashell with Windows 7 Starter shines as the ideal Eee PC for the traveler looking for outstanding wireless connectivity and efficient Eee PC performance. Thanks to the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) and the new power sipping Intel Atom N450 processor, you can take this mobile phenom whereve[Read More]

ASUS Eee PC 1201N-PU17

Asus Eee PC 1201N

The Asus Eee PC 1201N is the first and only netbook in the market that comes with Intel dual core Atom N330 CPU (other netbooks usually feature single core Atom processors). Together with the NVIDIA ION graphics, and two-DIMM, dual-channel DDR memory architecture, the Eee PC 1201N is currently the most powerful machine in the netbook range. The battery life of this netbook is however shorter than other netbooks at around 3 to 4 hours. If you like to get a netbook with powerful performance and battery life isn’t your top priority, the Eee PC 1201N is definitely worth considering.

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 – Read reviews>>

Specification

  • 1.6GHz Intel Atom Dual Core N330 Processor
  • 2GB DDR2 RAM, 2 x SODIMM Slot, 8GB Max
  • 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) + 500GB Free Web Storage
  • NVidia ION Platform
  • Windows 7 Home Premium Operating System (32 Bit)
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
  • 0.3MP Webcam

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Total Customer Reviews: (31) Read Customer Reviews
Seller: Amazon
Go anywhere in style with the new ASUS Eee PC 1201N. This latest addition to the ASUS Eee PC family marks a radical departure from other netbooks that usually feature single core Atom processors. With its Intel Atom 330 dual core processor, NVIDIA ION graphics, and two-DIMM, dual-channel DDR memory architecture, the Eee PC 1201N has set a new netb[Read More]

Toshiba Mini NB305-N410WH

Toshiba NB305-N410

Toshiba Mini NB305 is the updated version of the NB205, one of the most popular netbook in 2009.

The new model Toshiba Mini NB305-N410 comes with a few improvements compared to its predecessor. First, it comes with the new Pine Trail platform and Intel Atom N450 processor which gives it a longer battery life (11 hours according to Toshiba). Second, the NB305 has an improved design where the battery no longer sticks out from the back like the NB205 does. And finally, the NB305 is a slightly lighter at only 2.6 pounds.

This particular model, NB305-N410WH, comes with frost white color. It’s also available in Royal Blue, Java Brown, and Onyx Black. Note however that the Onyx black version comes with slightly different specs and is slightly cheaper than this and other model with different colors.

Rating: 5 out of 5 – Read reviews>>

Specification

  • 1.66GHz Intel N450 Atom Processor
  • 1GB 200-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM Memory
  • 250GB Serial ATA Hard Disk Drive (5400RPM)
  • 10.1″ LED (16:9) 1024×600 Display
  • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA3150
  • Windows 7 Starter Edition 32-bit

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Seller: Amazon
Toshiba Mini NB305: Sleeker Design and Improved Battery Life With a new sleeker design and up to 11 hours of battery life rating, the affordable, super-compact Toshiba Mini NB305 weighs less than 3 pounds, is small enough to throw in a purse or bag, and offers a brightly colorful 10.1-inch LED-backlit screen. It features a full-size keyboard for c[Read More]

Acer Aspire One AO532h-2964

Acer Aspire One AO532h-2964

The Acer Aspire One 532h is the updated model of the flagship netbook from Acer. It runs on Intel’s Pine Trail platform and the new Atom N450 processor, which gives the machine a longer battery life (10 hours according to Acer). It also has a larger keyboard and trackpad compared to its predecessor, the Aspire One D250. And the best part is, Acer is keeping the price for the new Aspire One low.

Specification

  • 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 Processor
  • 1GB DDR2 Memory
  • 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
  • 802.11 b/g/n Wireless Certified
  • 10.1″ WSVGA Acer CrystalBrite LED Display
  • Intel GMA 3150 Graphics
  • Windows 7 Starter
  • Up to 10 Hours of Battery Life

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Seller: Amazon
Aspire One AO532h: Go Anywhere Mobility Browse the Web, check email, share photos, keep up with social networks, listen to music and enjoy a wide variety of entertainment with the Aspire One AO532h, which features a small compact design that you can take anywhere. Combining the power of the latest Intel Atom N450 processor and NM10 Express chipset[Read More]

Samsung N140-14B

Samsung N140

Samsung N140 is the refined version of the popular Samsung NC10. Compare to its predecessor, the Samsung N140 comes with the following improvement:

  • a larger 250GB hard drive
  • pre-installed with Windows 7 Starter Edition
  • Wi-Fi wireless card which is 802.11n compatible

Specification

  • 1.66GHz Intel N280 Atom Processor
  • 1GB Memory
  • 250GB Hard Drive
  • 10.1″ LED Widescreen Display
  • Intel GMA 950 Graphics
  • Microsoft Windows 7 Starter Edition
  • Up to 7.5 Hours of Battery Life

The Samsung N140-14B comes in Sapphire Blue. There’s another model, Samsung N140-14R, which is in Burgundy color.

Overall rating and customer reviews

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Seller: Amazon
If you’ve ever accidentally left your netbook in a hotspot, the Samsung N140 netbook can help you breathe a bit easier. Featuring FailSafe service, you can track your computer and remotely retrieve, encrypt and erase data. Of course, we hope you always keep your Samsung netbook close. You’ll work quickly with features like an Intel Atom N280 pr[Read More]

ASUS Eee PC T91MT

Asus Eee PC T91MT

Remember the video of jkkmobile showing off his Eee PC T91 running Windows 7? You can now pre-order the updated version of this touch screen convertible netbook (called Eee PC T91MT with Windows 7 Home Premium pre-installed) on Amazon!

The differences between the Eee PC T91 and Eee PC T91MT includes:

  1. It runs Windows 7 Home Premium
  2. The touchscreen supports multitouch gestures
  3. The solid state disk has been upgraded from 16GB to 32GB

Specification of Asus Eee PC T91MT:

  • Intel Atom Z520 Processor 1.33GHz
  • 1GB of DDR2 RAM, 1 Slot, 2GB Max
  • 32GB Solid State Drive + 500GB Free Eee Storage
  • Multi-Touch Functionality
  • Windows 7 Home Premium (32 bit) Operating System
  • 8.9-Inch Touch LED LCD Display
  • Bluetooth
  • 5 Hour Battery Life

The Asus Eee PC T91MT is currently available for pre-order on Amazon for $549.00.

Overall rating and customer reviews

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ASUS introduces the newest member of the Eee PC T91 family, the T91MT with Multi-touch. Just like its predecessor, the T91MT delivers ultimate portability and simplicity with an easy-to-use touchscreen that enables user to effortlessly navigate applications and the Web at a press of a finger. As big as a paperback novel, the lightweight Eee PC T91M[Read More]

Toshiba Mini NB205-N330

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Toshiba recently announced an update to its Mini NB205 netbook line. The new Toshiba NB205-N330 will comes with Windows 7 Starter Edition instead of Windows XP, while the hard drive capacity will increase from 160GB to 250GB. The rest of the specs are similar to the original NB205-N310 model — still having the same excellent keyboard, wide touchpad, and high capacity battery that provide up to 9 hours of battery life (find out more from the Toshiba Mini NB205 review here).

The Toshiba Mini NB205-N330 is now available on Amazon for $419.99.

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Small enough to throw in a purse or bag, the affordable, super-compact 10.1-inch Toshiba mini NB205 netbook--which weighs just under 3 pounds--is designed with smart features like a full-sized keyboard and touchpad, long battery life, 3 USB ports (including one Sleep and Charge port) and a hard drive impact sensor that protects your data. You'll al[Read More]

ASUS Eee PC 1005HA-PU17 (with Windows 7 and 250GB HDD)

Eee PC 1005HA Black
The original Asus Eee PC 1005HA comes with Intel Atom processor, 1GB RAM, 160GB hard drive, 6-cell battery, and Windows XP.

With the recent release of Windows 7, Asus has updated the specs of their flagship netbook to include Windows 7 Starter Edition and 250GB of hard drive. The remaining components in the specs remain the same. The new model, Eee PC 1005HA-PU17, is currently available on Amazon for $387.

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The 10.1-inch Eee PC 1005HA-P Seashell shines as the ideal mini-notebook for the traveler looking to have it all. Utilizing ASUS' exclusive Super Hybrid Engine, the Eee PC 1005HA-P boasts an astounding 10.5 hours of uninterrupted battery life so you can work on important documents and surf the Web longer than ever before. Inspired from the sea sh[Read More]

HP Mini 311-1000NR

HP Mini 311-1000NR

HP Mini 311-1000NR is the first 11.6-inch netbook from HP that comes with NVIDIA ION graphics. Unlike other netbooks that make use of Intel integrated graphics, this machine is able to handle tasks like gaming and watching HD videos pretty well. More details about this netbook is available at the HP Mini 311 review roundup section.

Specification of Mini 311-1000NR:

  • 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor (512 KB L2 Cache, 533 MHz FSB)
  • 1 GB DDR2 RAM (1 Dimm), Max supported 2 GB
  • 160GB (5400RPM) SATA Hard Drive
  • 11.6” Diagonal HD LED BrightView Widescreen Display (1366 x 768)
  • NVIDIA ION LE for Windows XP with up to 319MB total graphics memory
  • Genuine Windows XP Home (SP3)
  • Up to 6.25 Hours of Battery Life

The HP Mini 311-1000NR is currently available at Amazon for $399.99.

Overall rating and customer reviews

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The Internet is at the center of modern life keeping you connected and informed through email, IMs, RSS feeds, social networking sites and Search. Keeping up often requires time shifting with companion devices like netbooks. Powered by energy-efficient Intel Atom processors, the HP Mini 311 is optimized for Web access and can handle standard produc[Read More]