ASUS Eee PC 1008P-KR-PU17-PI 10.1-Inch Netbook (Hot Pink) Review

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(More customer reviews)I did a lot of research and waited a long time before buying this Netbook; I totally love the gorgeous look and finish, the ports are hidden under covers. Reasons I selected this model: the New Intel Atom N450, 2GB of memory (vs. 1 GB factory installed for most Netbooks), Win7 Home Prem. (vs. Starter Ed for other Netbooks), Wireless N, Bluetooth (I use a BT Wireless mouse), 1.3 MP webcam... Etc. Overall it is a very well equipped, very light and portable Netbook.
The screen is sharp and easy to read even outside (not under direct sun light).
The keyboard is really comfortable and easy to use.
Absolutely love the Express Gate, it is a stand-alone operating system from ASUS that boots up in seconds and provides the essential appz such as File Explorer, internet browser, photo viewer... in seconds I am connected to the nearest Wi-Fi hotspot and good to go.
The Cons are:
1)The most important thing for the Netbook is the battery life; on this one... it sucks! Better explain in numbers, Watching a movie from the Hard Drive with Bluetooth and Wireless both OFF and battery set on power saver: ~3 Hrs, Streaming video online with Wireless ON & BT OFF and battery set on balanced: ~2.5 Hrs, normal internet surfing (No Stream) with Wireless ON & BT OFF and battery set on power saver: ~4 Hrs, Video chat with Wireless ON & BT ON and battery set on balanced: ~2 Hrs, playing light games (like Luxor 3) full screen with BT and Wireless both OFF and battery set on power saver: ~2 Hrs. I haven't yet tried to run it on High Performance battery setting for a long time!! The battery never lasted for 4.5 Hrs or more no matter what I turn off and on which settings the battery is; the 6 Hrs battery life is inaccurately advertised!
2)Surprisingly it is not very responsive, I was expecting way better than that! I understand that it is designed for web surfing and light applications and this is exactly what I'm using it for, if I stream a video on YouTube and I have 3 more tabs open in IE for email, news, blogs... the video breaks up really bad! Close a couple of tabs and it works fine! I mean for a 1.66 GHz dual core CPU and 2 Gigs of RAM you think it can do better. Now the performance significantly improve when it's connected to AC power and set the battery to high performance but the Netbook should be a portable device, if I have to stay plugged to AC power, I would rather prefer to use my 17" laptop!
3)The 1024x600 resolution is not compatible with a lot of websites and applications, seriously... the manufactures has to get out of this box, 1280x720 is totally doable in this screen size!
I would still recommend this Netbook but purchasing an additional battery is a must, which by the way I wasn't able to get an extra battery, I've been looking since the day I placed the order till the time I'm writing this review, I have searched the internet without luck and contacted ASUS several times regarding this and they keep telling me that it will be available in Amazon and some other websites in the near future... I'm still waiting.

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Eee PC 1008P Karim Rashid Collection Co-conceived by one of the world's leading designers, Eee PC Seashell Karim Rashid Collection is the realization of Karim's vision of computing—one that is more sensual, more human, more chic. The Eee PC Seashell Karim Rashid Collection manifests ASUS' commitment to designing products that appeal to the five human senses, with an emphasis on vision and touch. To achieve this, ASUS' industrial designers have had to pioneer a plethora of material, production, and textural innovations, such as the combination of rubber paint, in mold roller (IMR), and metallic materials to create thoroughly unique finishes. With the ASUS Super Hybrid Engine and new Intel Atom N450 processor, the Eee PC 1008P-KR delivers up to 6 hours of all-day battery life*. The Eee PC 1008P-KR also offers great user comfort and convenience with its virtually full-sized keyboard, easily removable battery, soft-touch multi-touch touchpad and instant key for quick access to Wi-Fi and touchpad lock. Its compact one-inch slim chassis and 10.1-inch LED-backlit display, protected by an edge-to-edge Color-Shine screen that brightens the display and provides better contrast and truer colors, allow you to work or travel in absolute comfort and style for hours on end. Its generous and convenient 820GB ASUS Hybrid Storage will enable you to store, share and access your important data anytime, anywhere. Completely contemporary and anathema to nostalgia, these Eee PC's are more daring, more intersecting, and are designed to appeal to young, mobile trendsetters while remaining an accessible luxury to everyone. To make it even better, ASUS worked closely to make your Windows 7 experience better with groundbreaking utilities such as FastBoot . This Windows 7-enabled Eee PC starts up fast so you wait less and do more.


Key Features

Ultra portable form factor Eee PC that is under 1-inch thin and 2.8 pounds light (Learn more)
Karim Rashid designed collection with chic and organic digi-wave design (Learn more)
Lustrous high-sheen cover and soft-touch palm-rest with tactile-friendly and durable finishes (Learn more)
10.1-inch Edge-to-Edge LED-backlit Color-shine display uses less energy for longer use (Learn more)
Up to 6 hours of unplugged all-day computing to go further than ever before* (Learn more)
ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) innovatively saves battery life and boosts performance (Learn more)
Intel Atom N450 processor is now even more power efficient in combination with ASUS SHE
92-percent full-size chiclet keyboard for a comfortable and precise typing experience
Multi-touch trackpad with Gesture input for intuitive and quick control
820GB Hybrid Storage for convenient storage on-the-go 320GB HDD + 500GB ASUS WebStorage** (Learn more)
2GB system memory for seamless productivity with your Eee PC
High speed Wi-Fi networking (802.11 b/g/n @ 2.4GHz) + Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR for wire-free mobility (Learn more)
Windows 7 Home Premium for the most reliable and simplest Windows operating system to date (Learn more)
Integrated 1.3MP webcam and digital-array microphone for crystal clear video/voice conversations with your friends and family
F9 easy recovery for convenient and easy system reinstallation (Learn more)
Warranty: 1 year global warranty and 30-day Flawless Display Guarantee: If a single bright dot is found, a free panel replacement is guaranteed within 30 days of original purchase

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About Karim Rashid
Making Waves with the Techno-chich Digi-Wave Design
Innovative Finishes Convey a Touch of Privilege
No Deficiency in Efficiency
Unprecedented ASUS Hybrid Storage
Fast and Easy Connectivity to WiFi Hotspots
Quick Recovery with Just One Key
Eee PC with Windows 7 –Life Made Easier
A Brand that Sparked a Revolution - The First Netbook
Customer Warranty –The Industry's Most Complete Netbook Care Package
1 year global warranty
6 months battery warranty
30-Day Flawless Display Guarantee: If you discover one defective bright dot within 30 days of purchase, ASUS will replace the panel at no cost
Free one-way standard shipping
24/7 tech support
What's in the Box
Eee PC 1008P Karim Rashid Collection (Hot Pink)
Power Adapter †
User Manual
Warranty Card
Recovery DVD / Support CD
Specifications
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium
Display: 10.1-inch Edge-to-Edge LED-Backlit Display (1024 x 600) with Color Shine glossy finish
Intel CPU: Intel Atom N450
Wireless Data Network: 802.11b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz) & Bluetooth V2.1 + EDR
Memory: 2GB DDR2
Hybrid Storage: 320GB HDD + 500GB ASUS WebStorage**
Camera: 1.3M Pixels
Audio: Stereo Speakers, High-Definition Audio CODEC, Built-in digital-array microphone
Storage Cards: 2-in-1 MMC, SD(SDHC) flash card slot
Input/Output: 1 x mini-VGA connector (VGA adapter built-in), 2 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x LAN RJ-45, 2 x audio jacks: Headphone & Mic-in
Battery: Up to 6 hours* (High-density Li-Polymer battery, easily removable)
Dimensions: 10.31 (W) x 7.01 (D) x 1.02~1.44 (H) inches
Weight: 2.80 lbs (with battery)
Color: Hot Pink * Operation lifetime subject to product model, normal usage conditions and configurations. For more information, please visit http://eeepc.asus.com/global/computing.html. The estimated maximum battery life in Windows 7 is measured with MobileMark 2007. ** ASUS WebStorage is a complimentary trial service for 1 year after registration. Actual storage capacity varies by model. † To recharge using the AC power adapter, power plug must be fully pushed into the power socket on the Eee PC until it clicks firmly into place. Note: This Eee PC features a glossy finish chassis. Reflections in photos may vary. Color of the chassis is single-toned. All specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers on selected models. Products may not be available in all markets. Product may not be exactly as shown in images.

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Wacom Intuos4 Wireless Pen Tablet (Academic Version) Review

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(More customer reviews)Works like it should, use a HP Envy, I7 Pentium, 1 terrabyte of space, 8 gigs memory w/ SD flash formatted to be Readyboosted (2 gigs extra RAM). So with that set-up, the thing works well, just like it's supposed to. The only complaint is that you do have to enable it each time by plugging it in, this might be because I'm on a laptop and it disables the touchpad when it does this. Also, like all bluetooth devices, if you are using one bluetooth device, it will interfere with others. So follow the instructions and turn off all other bluetooth devices or you will get interference.
I had no problem doing the installation and thus far, no problems using it. A word of warning though. This is an advanced tool meant for people who do serious drawing. I use it for web design and only spend maybe an hour or two actually drawing, then the rest is spent working in php/html/css etc. Friends I have who do this for 8 to 10 hours a day tend to complain that you need a lot of replacement parts, thus far, I'm not having any problems.
Also, this is an advanced device. Not to be snarky, but the first user clearly had no idea what he was buying or why he/she would need it. Don't get this because you think it's a cool device to have, because it has a steep learning curve and you will have to use it for quite a while to understand and configure it properly. If you're more old-school and prefer to do the outlines and then upload the sketch into a computer, the tablet does not feel like a real sketchpad, and even changing the pens out, none of them really simulate a good graphite pencil. So this is a tool for someone who likes working in digital media, and in my case, likes to boost their computer out through the HDMI port and look at what they're working on in big screen.
If you are really curious about how to maximize its effectiveness, check out Kelbytraining.com and look up their video on using the Wacom4.

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