(All comments starting with (red:) below is not part of the press realese, but my personal comments! )

October 22, 2009
 
ASUS Equips Its Notebooks, Netbooks, Nettops and Desktop PCs with Exclusive Technologies that Take Windows 7 Further
Enhancements to Notebooks and Eee Series PCs Extend and Improve the Overall Windows 7 Experience
(Red: OK, sounds cool – but remeber that Windows 7 is a bit more heavy than Windows XP was, so it might not just be a plus when were are talking netbooks.)
 

ASUS, the fastest-growing notebook brand and pioneer of the netbook, today announced that a select group of its notebooks and Eee Series PCs—including the Eee PC™, Eee PC™ Touch, EeeBox PC and EeeTop PC—will feature exclusive enhancements that are designed to extend and improve the overall Windows 7 experience. The applicable ASUS notebooks, which will come installed with 64-bit versions of Windows 7, promise a level of performance and security over and beyond that of notebooks running previous versions of Windows—most notably up to 40%* faster bootups and server-level security with enhanced core protection. Similarly, ASUS’ Eee Series PCs running Windows 7 will boast exclusive features that make them easier to use, faster, more energy efficient and more fun** than identically-spec’ed PCs from other brands—fulfilling ASUS’ promise that “Life is Eeeasy with Windows 7”.
(Red: Yes, Windows / IS easier than XP and especially Windows Vista, AND even though that it might be a tad heavier than Windows XP on you Asus eee PC netbook, I would still recommend it! It’s just simply better to have a modern OS than and old systm like XP taking up the space on your netbbok. And the difference is not that big – so go for Windows 7 on your next netbook, e.g. a Asus Eee Pc with Windows 7 vs. Windows XP.)
 
All ASUS notebooks installed with Windows 7 will run 64-bit versions of the operating system. (Red: well and by notebooks, they don’t mean netbooks, because they actually run a 32-bit version of Windows 7 on the Asus Eee PC netbooks..) This allows the notebooks to fully utilize the vastly-higher RAM ceiling that 64-bit Windows 7 affords—up to 128GB—dramatically improving their multitasking capabilities and processing speeds. 64-bit Windows 7-equipped ASUS notebooks will boot up up to 40%* faster than competing notebooks, thanks to FastBoot technology which shortens notebook boot times to as low as 30 seconds*. ASUS worked very closely with Microsoft Corp. on performance improvements in Windows 7 on ASUS PCs.
 
The marriage of Eee Series PCs and Windows 7 is the ultimate expression of the Eee brand’s “Easy, Excellent, Exciting” mantra. Windows 7-equipped Eee Series PCs allow users to enjoy near-instant access to the web and beyond with Fast Bootup Technology. They also feature Eee Docking or Eee Bar, user-friendly shortcut bars that give users direct and intuitive access to applications and web services, as well as ASUS @Vibe which serves as users’ window to a world of web-based multimedia entertainment. Furthermore, ASUS WebStorage gives users additional online storage space, allowing them to easily backup and share their files. With these exclusive usability features, life is truly “Eeeasy” with Windows 7.
 
ASUS Computers Installed with Windows 7
ASUS Notebooks
F81Se / F83Se / F83TN60DP/ N61Vn/Vg/ N71Vn/Vg/ N81Vp/ N81Vg
G60Vx / G71Gx / G72GxUX30 / UX50
K40AB / K40C / K50C / K40IJ / K40Ac / K50IJ / K40IN / K50IN / K60IJ / K70AB / K70AC / K51AC / K70IJ/K70IO U20A / U50A / U50Vg / U80A / U80V 
UL20 / UL30A / UL50A / UL50Ag / UL50Vg / UL50Vt / UL80VVX5 / F6VE

 
ASUS Desktop PCs
CM5540 / CM5570 / CM1525BM5220 / BM5320 / BM2220
CG5270 / CG5285 / CG5290BM2320 / BM5240 / BM5265
CP5140 / CS5120 / ES5000BM5365 / BP5220 / BP5265

 
Eee Series PCs
(Red: That is pretty much all the new netbooks from Asus that comes shipped with Windows 7 – which I mentioned IS a better choice than Windows XP in my oppionion!)..
Eee PC™ 1008HA / 1005HA / 1005HREee PC™ 1101HA / 1201HA / 1201N
Eee PC™ Touch T91MTEeeTop PC ET2002/ ET2002T
EeeTop PC ET2203/2203TEeeBox PC EB1501/1502

* System performance is subject to system configuration. This data is based on a comparison between a FastBoot-optimized ASUS notebook running 64-bit Windows 7 and an identically-spec’ed notebook without FastBoot running 32-bit Windows Vista. For detailed test results, please visit http://event.asus.com/2009/nb/disclaimer/win7/.
** System performance is subject to system configuration. For detailed test results, please visit http://event.asus.com/2009/eee/disclaimer/win7/.

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(All comments starting with (red:) below is not part of the press realese, but my personal comments! )

It’s finally time for the new generation of Asus Eee Top to be launched in Nordic (Red: The Asus Eee Top PC ET20/ET22 is a touch screen PC by the way – which can be used e.g. as a kitchen PC.). The new generation is bigger 20”/22” and supports Full HD 1080P playback with amazing picture and sound quality.
Recommended prices in Nordic can be found in the bottom of this mail.

Stockholm, Sweden; October 15, 2009
 
ASUS EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series — Nordic release with Windows 7
Experience a World of High Definition Entertainment at Your Fingertips
 
It’s time to launch the new ASUS EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series (a touch screen PC – which can be used e.g. as a kitchen PC.) in Nordic 22Oct together with Windows 7 (Red: nice! The new windows!). ASUS EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series is a range of touch*-enabled, all-in-one PCs that provides users with the fundamentals of everyday computing and multimedia entertainment in an elegant space-saving design (red: I would use it in my kitchen!). Its forte lies in its ability to provide users with the ultimate home entertainment experience. The EeeTop PC ET22 and EeeTop PC ET20 feature a flushed 22-inch and 20-inch touch*-enabled display respectively that provides high definition images through the use of state-of-the-art graphics processors. The resulting visual spectacle is complemented by a surround sound experience delivered by the Dual Hi-Fi speakers with SRS Premium Sound™. The ASUS EeeTop ET20/22 Series also lets users communicate via the easy-to-use Eee Cam, while the Eee Bar gives them access to their commonly-used applications (Red: cool, this touch machine PC should be great as a juke box but also a communication device / video phone). Users can also organize their photographs with FotoFun, and leave notes for their family and friends with Eee Memo. Simply put, the new ASUS EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series is the ideal all-in-one communications and entertainment PC for the family.
 

EeeTop PC ET20EeeTop PC ET22

 
The Absolute Pinnacle of High Definition Home Entertainment
The ASUS EeeTop ET20/22 Series delivers high definition multimedia entertainment at a touch*. Users can choose between a 20-inch or 22-inch flushed high definition display with a 16:9 aspect ratio. The ASUS EeeTop ET20/22 Series features a dedicated ATI Radeon™ HD4570 or NVIDIA® ION™ graphics processor to deliver clear and vibrant true-to-life images, while a pair of embedded Hi-Fi speakers with SRS Premium Sound™ delivers an immersive virtual surround sound experience (RED: Cool still, then you can watch movies on your kitchen pc with touch interface ). Users can watch high definition movies on Blu-ray via a Blu-ray disc drive** (Available only on selected models). The ASUS EeeTop ET20/22 Series can connect to external monitors, game consoles and other home entertainment devices via HDMI-in and SPDIF outputs (only for ET22 Series). The ASUS EeeTop ET20/22 Series also features the touch*-enabled Total Media Center (only for ET22 Series)—a one-stop, intuitive interface which allows users to browse, view and organize multimedia files. These cutting-edge technologies come together to provide users with the best in home multimedia entertainment.
 
Discover the Power to Connect at Your Fingertips
As intuitive computing becomes ever more prevalent, the need for an instinctive user interface is more apparent. The high definition 20-inch or 22-inch touch*screen of the ASUS EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series gives users fingertip access to a suite of touch*-enabled programs. Users can leave virtual ‘sticky notes’ for their family with Eee Memo, or video messages via the embedded Eee Cam which features Real-time Image Capture technology. This exclusive technology delivers superior image quality at 30 frames-per-second*, as well as enhanced light sensitivity for low-light environments. Users can doodle or add special effects to snapshots of themselves and even create customized emoticons for use in web messaging applications such as Skype®, MSN Messenger™, Yahoo® Messenger and AIM®. FotoFun lets users organize their customized emoticons, photographs and pictures like they would in a photo album, or upload them onto their blogs. Finally, the Eee Bar provides speedy access to commonly used applications, as well as system management settings at a single touch*.
 
Stylishly Designed with Space-savings in Mind
The ASUS EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series is the perfect blend of form and function. Its frameless screen and slim profile not only bring a touch of class to every home, but save space as well. Finally, an elegantly-designed stand on the rear bezel of the EeeTop PC ET20/22 Series completes the minimalist design, while providing an added touch of mobility. (RED: Yes, I agreee this is a slim device compared to others. Great touch screen PC if you ask me!)
Specifications
Model Name ET2002TET2203T-T4300ET2203T-T6500
Display20″ 16:9 Widescreen 1600 x 90022″ 16:9 Widescreen 1080P22″ 16:9 Widescreen 1080P
Touch* ScreenYesYesYes
Operating SystemGenuine Windows® 7 Home PremiumGenuine Windows® 7 Home PremiumGenuine Windows® 7 Home Premium
CPUIntel® Atom™ Processor 330 Dual Core The Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T4300The Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T6500
ChipsetNVIDIA® ION™Mobile Intel® PM45 Express ChipsetMobile Intel® PM45 Express Chipset
Graphics CardNVIDIA® ION™ATI Radeon™ HD 4570ATI Radeon™ HD 4570
Default MemoryDDR2 SO-DIMM 2GB (upgradeable to 4GB)DDR2 SO-DIMM 4GBDDR2 SO-DIMM 4GB
Hybrid Storage250GB SATAII 5400rpm320GB SATAII 5400rpm500GB SATAII 5400rpm
Optical Disc Drive Tray-in Super Multi‧Super Multi‧Blu-ray
Wireless Data Network802.11b/g/n 802.11b/g/n802.11b/g/n
LAN10/100/1000 Mbps10/100/1000 Mbps10/100/1000 Mbps
MultimediaCameraYes, with ASUS’ exclusive Real-time Image Capture TechnologyYes, with ASUS’ exclusive Real-time Image Capture TechnologyYes, with ASUS’ exclusive Real-time Image Capture Technology
Audio CodecSRS Premium Sound™SRS Premium Sound™SRS Premium Sound™
Speakers 3W Hi-Fi Speaker x 2  3W Hi-Fi Speaker x 2  3W Hi-Fi Speaker x 2
Built-in MicDigital MicDigital MicDigital Mic
InterfaceSide I/O portsUSB 2.0 x 2,
3-in-1 Card Reader: SD/MMC/Memory Stick,
Headset x 1, Microphone x 1USB 2.0 x 2,
3-in-1 Card Reader: SD/MMC/Memory Stick,
Headset x 1, Microphone x 1USB 2.0 x 2,
3-in-1 Card Reader: SD/MMC/Memory Stick,
Headset x 1, Microphone x 1
I/O PortsRear:
  – Power Input(DC 19V)
  – USB Ports x 4
  – LAN Port
  – S/PDIF outRear:
  – Power Input(DC 19V)
  – USB Ports x 4
  – LAN Port
  – S/PDIF outRear:
  – Power Input(DC 19V)
  – USB Ports x 4
  – LAN Port
  – S/PDIF out
  – HDMI-Input: Standalone Monitor and game console with HDMI-In  – HDMI-Input: Standalone Monitor and game console with HDMI-In  – HDMI-Input: Standalone Monitor and game console with HDMI-In
Keyboard + MouseWireless Keyboard + MouseWireless Keyboard + MouseWireless Keyboard + Mouse
Power Supply19Vdc, 3.42A, 65W Power Adaptor19Vdc, 4.74A, 90W Power Adaptor19Vdc, 4.74A, 90W Power Adaptor
PhysicalDimensions (mm)511 (W) x410 (H) x 53 (D)548 (W) x450 (H) x 48 (D)548 (W) x450 (H) x 48 (D)
Weight (kg)7.28.98.9
Color
Black
Black
Black
AccessoriesKeyboard
Mouse
AC Adapter
Power Cord
Cleaning Cloth
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card
Support & Recovery DVDKeyboard
Mouse
AC Adapter
Power Cord
Cleaning Cloth
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card
Support & Recovery DVDKeyboard
Mouse
AC Adapter
Power Cord
Cleaning Cloth
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card
Support & Recovery DVD

 
Model NameET2002T-B0087ET2203T-B0077ET2203T-B0067
CountrySENODKFISENODKFISENODKFI
MSRP (incl. VAT)6 4995 499 NOK4 999 DKK599 EUR8 6997 299 NOK6 499 DKK799 EUR9 9997 999 NOK7 299 DKK899 EUR
SEKSEKSEK

 
* Optional.
** Blu-ray slot-in drive is only available on the ASUS EeeTop PC ET2203T.
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please visit www.asus.com for more information.
 
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About ASUS
ASUS is a leading company in the new digital era. With a global staff of more than ten thousand and a world-class R&D design team, the company’s revenue for 2008 was 8.1 billion U.S. dollars. ASUS ranks among BusinessWeek’s InfoTech 100, and has been on the listing for 12 consecutive years.

ASUS Eee Top PC ET20/ET22 Series launced is a post from: Asus Eee PC netbook

If you want an affordable, high-powered, and sleek computer then you need to look towards the Asus EEE PC. The Asus EEE PC is a very easy to use machine that is among the most portable laptops out there and so if you travel a lot this could be the laptop for you. The following are the key highlights for the Asus EEE PC.

-Extreme portability and mobility: The Asus EEE PC is an extremely sleek and portable computer and is among the smallest laptops on the market. In addition it has all the network interface options you need to stay connected such as wifi and Ethernet. In addition it has an amazing 8 hour battery life which allows you to have power for the duration of a long flight or a road trip.
-Customizability: This computer can easily be customized to fit your personality and meet your needs. With a wide range of color and design choices you can pick a laptop that suits your tastes. In addition you can customize the add-ons to meet your requirements.
-Ease of Interface: The Asus EEE PC has an amazingly simple to use UI as the operating system has been custom designed. The interface allows you to get to frequently performed sites and applications seamlessly.

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If you are looking for a great computing option for an affordable and multi-purpose computer then you need to consider the Asus EEE PC. An Asus EEE PC is a machine that comes in a terrific form factor and a great price and makes computing truly accessible. Today you want a computer with many network interface options and a computer capable of running today’s productivity applications. The Asus EEE PC excels in all these areas and can provide you with the Internet connected communication device you need. The Asus EEE PC is designed with the mobile person in mind. It seizes fully on the trend of customization with availability in many different brilliant colors and designs to fit your personality. In addition with 8 hours of battery life it is the perfect laptop to take on the go and will last you through most flights or car trips. The Asus EEE PC is extremely light meaning it is very easy to bring along with you and the weight won’t become overbearing. The small form factor also makes it the perfect computer to use in tight spaces such as while seated on an airplane. The connectivity is world class and you can access the Internet on an Asus EEE PC using any modern interface.

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The Asus Eee PC 1000 AH 10″ notebook computer comes with Windows XP and this is loaded with 160G of HDD. The battery pack has a life span of as much as seven hours. Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g adds to the ease of use due to its high speed connectivity. It also has eee connect for a simple means of connecting two users or more from your desktop via a remote feature, so as to provide quick trouble shooting. The eee PC has a 1 year warranty and its battery has a six month warranty with a 30 day guarantee. The Asus Eee PC was first introduced in 2007 and is one of the products in a line developed by Asus that was developed to be especially easy to use. The drive is a solid state one, the operating system is Linux and is light in weight with a lower cost that most comparable notebooks. The eee stands for the three things that the system is supposed to be easy for easy to learn, easy to play and easy to work, according to its maker, Asus. The 1000HA was unleashed to the market in October of 2008. The Intel Atom processor is the smallest processor Intel makes and is geared for the home or business user. It is a microprocessor designed originally for MIDs, smart phones and portable PCs that became favored for use in net books and notebooks.

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NAS which is well known as network area storage is mainly used to store the necessary data while the users are in online. But the main problem is that NAS does not work with the normal windows. But the ASUS Eee station which is a touch screen model from the ASUS now allows the users to access the NAS. The NAS mainly uses oracle and sql commands to generate necessary disk write or read. The main problem with NAS is it in some cases fails to work with long distance. The ASUS now with its Eee station allows the users to work with the network area storage. The previous versions of eeepc does not support NAS interface. But the latest model allows the users to touch the NAS through its latest eee pc. The configuration of the new pc is 3.5 inch sata disk and the two GB RAM and also it has various wireless features. The eee pc also has the touch screen with the advanced key board. The eee pc has three cell lithium batteries which will provide a back up for nearly 30 minutes in case of power failure and will take nearly one hour to charge.
The review from the users suggests that it will work perfect in many cases and main defect is touch screen does not work in all cases. But the overall score for the eee pc is high. Many users are well satisfied with the new advanced eee pc. Try to make use of all the advanced features and explore more about eee pc before buying it.

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Created specifically for users with increased mobile computing needs, the new Eee PC 900HA combines all the utility of a full sized laptop with the long batter life and compact size of portable laptop with an 8.9-inch screen. It accomplishes this by combining the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine with a state-of-the-art 1.6 GHz Intel Atom processor developed specifically with hafnium-infused circuitry to conserve energy leakage. This laptop can last up to five hours away from the wall outlet.

The new Intel Atom processor may have 47 million transistors in every chip, but by using just 2.5 watts of electricity, it draws less than ten percent of what an Intel Core 2 Duo processor uses. This compact weighs in at just 2.5 pounds, but it still features a 160 GB hard drive, integrated webcam, 1 GB of RAM, 54g Wi-Fi capability, USB and SD ports, and a VGA output for plugging into a larger monitor. Does smaller size mean a tiny keyboard? No. The Eee PC 900HA keyboard is just 5% smaller than standard.

The Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system comes installed on every laptop, including Windows Live Messenger, Windows Live Mail, and Microsoft Works. Unusually rugged and easy to use in any environment, this model is ideal for students, road warriors, journalists, and business users who need to stay connected at all times.

The 8.9-inch wide TFT LCD with a 1024 x 600-pixel resolution (WXGA) is easy to look at and a clear upgrade over past models. The 0.3-megapixel webcam in bezel over the display, combined with the integrated microphone lets you take pictures on the go or have video chats with family, friends, and coworkers from anywhere.

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Studywiz Mobile Games availability to both primary and secondary scholars have since given out the brand way of communication and bonding among the learners in the secure Studywiz training situation which is accessible by the scholars wherever they are.

Since its inception in the previous year, Studywiz is at present the only Becta accepted standard of training which offers devoted mobile training boundary for all mobile policy from the iPhone to the iPod touch, EeePC and also Nokia N800. These games are the recent achievements to the positive and modernized Studywiz Mobile interface.

These Studywiz Mobile Games gives the scholars the morale of going on with their daily studies and get to relate and recognize the training situations they are in. Afterward the game outcome are routinely provided for analysis and reporting units within the Studywiz training policy therefore giving the scholars an instant response and self appraisal.

Vice President International Schools Etech Group, Thomas Hennessy said that Studywiz Mobile has offered the learners a brand new communication level and also study games. These game ideas will get public for the first time at GESS 09 which will afterward show a new training gesture via handsets. Enticing scholars to be committed to their study and giving them the right materials to relate to, is the basic if nourishing study.

GESS 2009 and the Global Education Forum (GEF) have made it possible for the scholars from across the Middle East enjoy the goodness that comes with mobile learning and also to share in the new technology. However, Group Event Director of Fairs & Exhibitions, Sue Rothwell said that there is hope that guests to Etech’s stand at GESS will be eager to share and learn about Studywiz product and its repercussions for better training.

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Reports have surfaced recently that ASUS is getting ready to launch the second generation of its successful Eee PC series netbooks. The Eee PC has been a tremendous hit for ASUS and has established the company in the eyes of the general public as a manufacturer of quality and innovative netbooks and laptops.

Currently, the top of the range Eee PC is the S101 which carries a relatively hefty price tag of $699. While the S101 shares many of its hardware with the less expensive 1000H, its LED-backlit display and sleek design drive up the price significantly. The S101 has been characterized as the ‘Rolls-Royce’ of netbooks but has also received criticism for its short battery life and limited storage space.

ASUS, in an attempt to stay competitive within the oversaturated netbook market, is said to be preparing a follow up to the S101 dubbed the Eee PC Shell. The Shell will reportedly offer a higher degree of portability than the S101, as well as faster hardware, more storage space, and a bigger battery.

Best of all, the Shell will cost at least $100 less than the S101. With companies such as Dell and HP releasing their own lines of netbooks, the Eee PC Shell might just be what ASUS needs to remain competitive in the market segment it essentially created.

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Since Asus introduced the Eee PC to the world, the company has gone from a relatively unknown to the general public computer manufacturer to almost a household name. The netbook turned out to be a huge success for Asus due to its low cost, portability, and ease of use.

This success has not gone unnoticed and most other big-name computer manufacturers, such as Dell and HP, have scrambled to release netbooks of their own in an attempt to grab a pie of the lucrative mini-laptop market.

These companies have for the most part copied Asus’ recipe when it comes to designing their notebooks. This translates to devices that are inexpensive, small enough to be easily portable and feature a choice of either Windows XP or Linux as the operating system.

Dell in particular has followed this winning recipe to create its own line of netbooks called Inspiron Mini. They offer a selection of three models: the smallest one comes with an 8.9” screen, the mid-size model has a 10.1” screen, and the largest one a 12.1”. Dell chose to keep the cost low; the cheapest model costs only $249. Buyers can customize their devices to come with either Windows XP or Ubuntu.

Dell opting for a different distribution of Linux -Asus uses Xandros on its Eee PCs- is one of the key differences between the two competing devices. And in the end, this might be a good thing for Dell considering that a number of users have reported a number of annoyances with the Xandros OS that ships with Eee PCs.

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