In 2007, the EEE PC reshaped the definition of mobile computing by designing the first-ever netbook available on the market. Proudly continuing in this tradition, ASUS has persisted in being the leader in this developing category with the longest battery life, exclusive features and world-class design that originally made them famous. The EEE PC quickly became the must-have netbook across the globe, growing into a full portfolio of highly sought-after mobile and compact PCs that make people’s lives easier.
The cutting-edge Asus EEE PC collection exhibits a commitment to designing products that appeal to the five senses, particularly vision and touch. Designers pioneered a surplus of material, production and textural innovations, such as the combination of rubber paint, in mold roller and metallic materials to create thoroughly unique finishes. Completely contemporary, the hot pink Asus EEE PC 1008P is even more daring, designed to appeal to young, mobile trendsetters while remaining an accessible luxury for everyone.
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The bright pink Asus EEE PC 1008P is a limited edition model from the collection by Karim Rashid, a prolific designer. It features two layers: a transparent hot pink upper layer and a metallic silver bottom layer that gives a hard-wearing finish. Its innovative veneer pampers users’ palms and fingertips for functionality and comfort while the specific hues, tints and color saturations attract fashionable tech leaders. Punchy, with a bold shock of pink, the Asus EEE PC 1008P communicates a strong optimistic presence.
The breathtaking design of this Asus pink laptop features a 10” edge-to-edge LED backlit display and an ergonomic keyboard. And, to provide clear video chatting, a noise-cancelling microphone and 1.3 megapixel webcam are built into the system. The expanded hard drive provides 320GB of storage capacity with an additional 500GB of WebStorage to securely store invaluable data or safeguard and share files, movies and music.
The integrated Bluetooth system gives the convenience and flexibility of syncing most commonly used Bluetooth devices. And, with simple system reinstallation, the built-in recovery program restores your computer to the initial factory settings by simply pressing F9 three times during start-up.
Featuring optimized energy-saving features and easy-to-use shortcuts, the Windows 7 operating system was revamped to give an enhanced user experience that makes everyday tasks simpler. And, the pink Asus EEE PC 1008P connects you to the wireless world with built-in Wi-Fi connectivity. It also allows you to make Skype calls, surf the Internet, browse photos, play online games and participate in instant messaging with friends.
The new Windows 7, the most reliable and simplest Windows operating system to date, includes groundbreaking utilities like FastBoot, making it simple to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos and music. Combining the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows, this new operating system puts less between you and what you want to accomplish: less clicking, less waiting and less hassle connecting to networks. And, you can watch shows for free with Internet TV on Windows Media Center.
The beauty is matched only by its prowess in energy-efficiency. Featuring the new, power-saving Intel Atom N450 CPU to work in tandem with its hybrid engine energy management technology, the pink Asus EEE PC 1008P delivers up to six hours of battery life. The uninterrupted battery allows you to enjoy working hours-on-end at your favorite café or in your own home. It is also ultra-portable, measuring less than 1” thick and weighing less than 3 lbs.
The Asus Eee PC 1008P includes a warranty card with one year global warranty, six month battery warranty, 30 day Flawless Display Guarantee, free one-way standard shipping, 24/7 tech support, a power adapter, user manual and recovery DVD/support CD. The price tag, which is comparable to other, similar netbooks on the market, is relatively inexpensive particularly when the perks and advantages are taken into consideration.
Pros
- This netbook is the perfect size and weight to carry around (ie, small!) – it is only 1″ wide.
- It is quick – it turns on quickly, accesses the internet quickly and shuts down quickly.
- With twice as much space as most netbooks, there is plenty of room to store all your files, pictures etc.
- The aesthetics are wonderful and will turn heads. Even the ports are hidden under covers.
- The virtually full sized keyboard (92%) is easy to type on.
- You get Windows 7 Home Premium compared to the Starter Edition with most other netbooks (not in the UK).
- The screen is sharp and easy to read.
Cons
- The sound quality is adequate but would be better with external speakers.
- The touch pad is really sensitive so can get nudged when you’re typing. Buy a mini-mouse to get over this problem.
- As usual with netbooks, there is no disc drive, but Windows 7 seems to have every driver you will probably need already, so you don’t need any discs. You can always use an external disc drive if need be.
- The realistic life of the battery is about 3-4 hours depending on what you are doing and a spare/replacement battery is not easy to get hold of.
Conclusion
Customers are enthusiastic about the unique features included in this netbook and the fact that it’s bright pink in color with a distinctive veneer is an additional benefit for anyone who adores this shade. This netbook certainly has its own distinctive character and its size and portability make it easy to transport from place to place. The pink Asus EEE PC 1008P is a symbol of how innovative technology brings both excitement and convenience to the world.
Pink Asus EEE PC 1008P Specifications
Processor: Intel Atom processor N450
Processor speed: 1.66 GHz
Memory: 2GB
Hard drive: 320 GB
Screen resolution: 1024 x 600
Battery life: Up to 6 hours
Wi-fi: Yes
Built in web cam: 1.3 Mega Pixel
Operating system: Windows 7 Home Premium (or Starter in the UK)
Screen size: 10.1″
Weight: 2.8 lbs
