(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.

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This is how the review sounds:

Test: Asus new mini PC is as smart as it is thick and heavy. Hybrid Disk, multi-touch cell phone, the best keyboard and smartest screen feature makes it a winner despite chubby external.

Eee PC 1000HE is a further development of already established 1000H, and it is the same chubby design, solid battery and smart screen solution in the predecessor. No handheld computer for you with normal-sized pockets, in short.

Display drivers for more Eee models, including this, is a bit special. The screen is 1024×600 pixels, but do you have more workspace, you will want to simply enter any size, and the desktop continues off the screen. For the mouse off the edge and surface scroll quickly and smoothly with.

Like most
Mini Computers are very similar in the platform and performance, and there is nothing special Eee 1000HE in this case. Sexcelliga batteries is the latest trend in this market, and here we get up to nine hours of operating time, or over five, when we push the computer hard, for example by playing the film. .

The details that make it
But what above all else makes Eee 1000HE stands out is not the size or performance, but small, smart details that make the experience of using the computer a little more comfortable, a little nicer and a little more fun.

For example, the keyboard, which is a wonderful beautiful lågprofilig keypad of the MacBook-style. It is a pleasure to write, never feels too small, and is neat. Actually this is the buttons almost as large as on your regular keyboard, so you do not feel claustrophobic if you want to write much text.

Then we have musplattan, which is unusually large and have very good feedback. Several PC manufacturers have begun in the spring follow Apple’s footsteps and implemented multi-touch function in musplattan. So also here, and although it is mil from the elegance and agility in a MacBook or iPhone, so there is the function there. You can scroll, browse files, zoom and rotate documents, and more. Not so very useful and bökigt with netbookens little musyta. But it is certainly a step in the right direction. There are also special “gestures” scheduled to open Windows Explorer and other programs.

There is much that is new, smart and fun with the Asus Eee PC 1000HE. Good keyboard, smart screen, fast system drive and a decent attempt at multi-touch augurs well for the future. All this at a price which is more than reasonable for what it performs.
If the computer were not so damned clumsy, so we had loved it even more.

+
The keyboard
Multi Touch
Smart Screen
Inexpensive!

-
Large and heavy

=
A mini computer that is more “PC” than “mini” but the positive outweighs. Very good price!

GRADE
Form / Design: 6
Performance: 5
Features: 8
Ergonomics: 7
Price Value: 9
Total: 8

Review of Asus Eee PC 1000HE is a post from: Asus Eee PC netbook

If you are looking to outfit your highly mobile workforce with the perfect computer to be able to travel and remain productive then you have to look to the Asus EEE PC. The Asus EEE PC has been designed with remote productivity in mind and its incredibly small form factor is perfectly designed for such capabilities. The Asus EEE PC is also remarkably affordable for such a portable computer. Normally an enormous premium is paid for such portability but in the case of this remarkable computer such a huge premium is not necessary. A smart choice of software and a smart choice in hardware has allowed the Asus EEE PC to come in such a small form factor without the huge price and just as importantly without a big tradeoff in performance and without a big tradeoff in connectivity. One of the keys to having a very good mobile computer is remote connectivity options as you will be connecting to the Internet via different protocols. When you are traveling you will have access to Internet via both wifi and via Ethernet. This computer also has an incredibly easy to use interface that can help you get the things you need to do done as quickly as possible.

Asus EEE PC – highly mobile PC 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.

Asus EEE PC – affordable & high-powered is a post from: Asus Eee PC netbook

If you are looking for a slick and highly customized laptop then you should definitely consider the Asus EEE PC on your shortlist. The Asus EEE PC provides an incredibly sleek form factor that makes it incredibly easy to bring with you while on the go. This computer comes in many different designs and you can get it many different brilliant colors. The super slim design and small size make it the perfect laptop for those on the go.

This computer also provides amazingly fast start-up times which is just what you need when on the go as you will often want to fill two or three minutes time and with other computers it may take that long just to get started. The Asus EEE PC is also chalk full of Internet connectivity options with wifi and Ethernet. In addition the user interface is designed to be extremely easy to use. You need no special computer skills to create documents, surf the web, and upload media. You can stay closely connected to the world with support for all the modern communications tools out there such as IM, easy access to email, and easy access to social networks. If you are looking for a laptop that helps you get the stuff you need to do done then you need to consider the Asus EEE PC.

Asus EEE PC sleek form factor is a post from: Asus Eee PC netbook

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.

Asus EEE PC – affordable and multi-purpose is a post from: Asus Eee PC netbook

Since the 1990’s, the technology available for home computing has grown at astronomical proportions. The Asus Eee PC is the epitome of what the machines have evolved into, as it is a compact, light, easy-to-use product with all of the functionality the normal user would ever need or ask for. Once upon a time, computers were only sold in desktop form, and were hefty machines that took up a good portion of space. In no time, the hardware inside of computers became more advanced and allowed for the creation of smaller equipment with better performances. Laptops become available and rapidly grew into the most popular form of PC, something that businesses preferred and families loved. The pinnacle of the new age of laptops has now arrived in the form of the Asus Eee PC 904HA.

If you pass up the opportunity to purchase an Asus Eee PC 904HA, you will be missing out on the latest and greatest computer technology existing in today’s world. With its sleek design and encompassing functionality, it is perfect for surfing the internet, writing a business paper, or even doing schoolwork. The benefits of an Asus Eee PC 904HA are too numerous to list, fully showing that the Asus Eee PC is a great product that cannot be passed up.

The Asus Eee PC 904HA has arrived is a post from: Asus Eee PC netbook

Today if you are living in any modern society then you are well aware of the fact that computing is an essential tool. You must have a computer in your home and this computer must be connected to high-speed Internet so as to get access to the information and the world outside your home. Newspapers are falling out of favor and many bills are much easier to pay online. As such if you want to stay on top of the world and keep yourself competitive then having a computer is not an optional choice. Unfortunately the demographic that has least access to computing is the demographic that can least afford to fall further behind. Computing has been relatively expensive until recently and it was hard to put together the money to buy a computer and ongoing Internet connectivity. This would lead to falling further behind as without Internet it is very hard to stay on the cutting edge. Today though a very affordable and very capable computer is available in the form of an Asus Eee Top, Asus EEE PC and Asus Eee Box. This computer provides everything needed to get up and running online in a portable and affordable format. An Asus EEE PC and Asus Eee Box and Eee Top can provide opportunities to those who couldn’t previously afford a networked computer.

Asus EEE PC for Affordable Computing is a post from: Asus Eee PC netbook

Computing is absolutely essential these days. It is an absolute competitive necessity both in this country and in many developing countries to have a computer in order to be able to excel in school, research new information, and stay on the cutting edge. Not having a computer can shut all sorts of doors as many business and bill based activities have now primarily migrated online, most research and news is now disseminated online, and many jobs are exclusively available online. In addition many employers are specifically looking for computer skills and so if you do not have your own computer odds are you will be disadvantaged in computer proficiency. Given this it is very important for everyone and particularly children in this country to have access to computers. For this to be the case we definitely need options beyond the expensive laptops and desktops out there as these are cost prohibitive for some of the most disadvantage people. As such the EEE PC provides an incredibly pivotal role by making computing accessible and available to those with lower income. This is a very important step in giving them the tools needed to begin getting ahead. This device can surf the web and do all the basics of computing needed to get ahead.

But about which one to buy.. Asus is the marked leader but the netbooks from Acer – including the Acer Aspire One  – are equally good in most points. Most Eee PCs and Acer One’s use the same hardware, so the main concern is the battery and form factor., Choose the one that looks better for you – or have the most cells and Amps in the battery, so it will last longer. Concerning battery the Asus EeePc’s er typcially better than the Acer One Aspire.. E.g. the Asus Eee PC 1000HE has very good battery where the Acer Aspire One 120 and Acer Aspire One 150 only last halv as long.. So go with the Asus Eee PC to be on the safe side

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