ASUS announced the launch of their latest netbook, the Eee PC X101, which also happens to be the thinnest and lightest netbook in the world. For now. The Eee PC X101 weighs in just 907 grams and measures 17.6mm thick, with the screen itself coming to 10.1 inches.
Packed inside this ultra-slim chassis is an Intel Atom N435 processor with 1GB RAM and an 8GB SSD. Two USB 2.0 ports, a MicroSD reader and a built-in webcam comes as standard.
There will be a X101H model as well, giving users the option to choose between a WIndows 7 Starter OS with 250GB HDD (presumable 5400rpm) or 8GB SSD with the MeeGo OS. Both versions are slated to be out in the Middle East in the next month, while pricing isn’t officially available, expect it to be around AED 850 as pre-orders in the US have started for $200 to $226.
Full Press Release
ASUS Launches the Eee PC X101, the World’s Thinnest and Lightest Netbook
Designed to keep users connected to their favorite sites quickly and easily at an affordable price
Dubai, UAE September 13, 2011 â€" ASUS has launched the Eee PC X101 netbook, the world’s thinnest and lightest netbook. Announced earlier this year at Computex, the X101 has a super thin 17.6mm profile and weighs a mere 920g so it is easily slipped in to bags for superior portability. Preloaded with the new MeeGo operating system, the X101 allows users to stay connected to their favorite social media sites like Facebook, Twitter and more. This is the perfect netbook as a first computer for kids, teens, as well as students. The Eee PC X101 will arrive in the Middle East in late 2011, with price TBA.
Mobility achieved The X101 shatters the mold of past netbooks with its super thin profile of 17.6mm and a lightweight 920g, yet is still equipped with all the standard netbook goods. It features the latest Intel® Atom™ N435 processor with 1GB of RAM, 2x USB 2.0 ports, a MicroSD Card reader, built-in webcam and 8GB SSD for quick startup and launch times. ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) technology is also built-in to help conserve battery life for the X101, which is available in a variety of colors including white, black, brown and red.
Staying social The new MeeGo OS was developed to help users stay connected through a convenient, easy to use interface. With specific applications for Facebook, Twitter, as well as a dedicated instant messaging client, keeping up with friends has never been easier. Google’s Chromium browser is also built-in to the MeeGo for web surfing, while a variety of cloud-based services like asus@vibe, the asus appstore and the popular Dropbox online file storage are also available for use.
Computer aided learning While the X101 is a great computer to stay connected, it is also a great tool to learn the world’s international language, English. Offered on the X101 is the British English Language Learning application, which comes in the form of a content bundle of interactive games, videos and mp3s which are pre-installed on the X101. Over 300 pieces of material was developed by English Language Training (ELT) leaders and the British Council, with the application designed by Intel’s award winning Performance Learning Solutions.
Choice for users The Eee PC X101 netbook is also offered in the X101H configuration, which comes with the choice of either Windows® 7 Starter with a 250GB HDD, or MeeGo OS with 8GB SSD. The X101H model gives users the option to choose the environment they are more comfortable with.
Product highlights:
• Ultra-thin and light for easy portability â€" just 17.6mm thick and 920g • Seamless chiclet keyboard & comfortable large touchpad • MeeGo operating system with comprehensive selection of preinstalled productivity, entertainment and social networking applications • Preinstalled British Council English Language Learning software for industry-leading language learning across all age ranges • Bundled asus appstore for instant access to applications, ebooks and games, plus asus@vibe for rich cloud-based entertainment content.
About Taimoor Hafeez
From auditing to editing, I now test and analyze the latest gadgets and games instead of the latest financial statements. Both jobs are equally intense and rewarding. In my free time you'll find me raiding in WoW or engineering in TF2.
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