Acer Aspire One

luvjascha · 20th February 2009, 00:42

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Originally Posted by Proxima

Too expensive. Wait or search.

Too expensive? What do they usually go for?

Where can I get a good deal? I reside in Mumbai.

Proxima · 20th February 2009, 10:08

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Originally Posted by luvjascha

Too expensive? What do they usually go for?

Where can I get a good deal? I reside in Mumbai.

Linux 16-17k
XP 17.5-18.5k

Keeps changing though. Was down when there was a pongal special discount. Now it is up again.

Mumbai - No idea, sorry.

SirAlec · 20th February 2009, 17:17

Mumbai, lamington road.

How far is this from your place.

luvjascha · 20th February 2009, 17:24

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Originally Posted by SirAlec

Mumbai, lamington road.

How far is this from your place.

About a 45-minute drive.

I checked at Alfa (Irla), and the Aspire One's selling for 17.4K
An authorized Acer dealer is asking 18.9K

BTW, I am in two minds between the Aspire One and another brand, MSI Wind. This one's selling for 14.8K at Alfa.

SirAlec · 20th February 2009, 17:26

Msi wind is an excellent product. I couldn't locate one in delhi.

MSI and Asus are the ones who started this segment.

luvjascha · 20th February 2009, 17:28

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Originally Posted by SirAlec

Msi wind is an excellent product. I couldn't locate one in delhi.

MSI and Asus are the ones who started this segment.

So, is it safe to go ahead and get the MSI Wind? It's the MSI Wind U90.

SirAlec · 20th February 2009, 17:33

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Originally Posted by luvjascha

So, is it safe to go ahead and get the MSI Wind?

read here,

MSI Wind Netbook - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

also read the review @ techtree.com

Proxima · 25th February 2009, 14:11

Guys, I sold my Acer Aspire One today. Didnt use it at all somehow, maybe was just lazy. But the little fella is sold today. (through team-bhp classifieds within 12 hours of posting, lol)

I may buy another one, more high end. Maybe the new Sony (P series I think) Looks fab! But ONLY if I need it this time, else I will have to sell that too.

Enjoy the little fella, fellow-tbhpian!

luvjascha · 25th February 2009, 17:06

I'm still in two minds between the Acer Aspire One & the MSI Wind U90.

What's better VFM?

Proxima · 25th February 2009, 17:48

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Originally Posted by luvjascha

I'm still in two minds between the Acer Aspire One & the MSI Wind U90.

What's better VFM?

Not sure about VFM. But Acer is the sensible choice. Not sure if MSI has a decent service backup in India.

Even if Acer is a little bit extra, pay for the peace of mind and resale.

Try Asus. I think Asus is better but slightly more expensive than the Acer.

deetee · 26th February 2009, 16:50

Asus eee pc 4gb model with 7in display and linux o/s could now be had for 8-8.5K.
Prices have come down drastically as the model itself is 2yrs old . Finding a new one for sale itself is difficult but i think its worth to have one as a go-anywhere lappy for that price.
I myself enjoy the protbality of this little linux demon.

btw, this eee pc for that price is a very good choice for car pc projects.
It takes in very low voltage(9.5 v only ) and has a very small form factor.

luvjascha · 26th February 2009, 17:59

Compared to Acer, what is Asus' service backup like in India?

shajufx · 26th February 2009, 20:21

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Originally Posted by Proxima

Guys, I sold my Acer Aspire One today. Didnt use it at all somehow, maybe was just lazy. But the little fella is sold today. (through team-bhp classifieds within 12 hours of posting, lol)

I may buy another one, more high end. Maybe the new Sony (P series I think) Looks fab! But ONLY if I need it this time, else I will have to sell that too.

Enjoy the little fella, fellow-tbhpian!

Any reason for you to dispose of the aspire one buddy ? You hardly kept it with you for a month as I remember !! My 3 year old is behind aspire one in the house, he thinks anything small is for him. So, its tough to do anything on it when he is awake !

whatcanthisbe · 12th April 2009, 11:26

I am planning to buy a netbook for the better half, need suggestion on <20K in delhi and the best I can get. OS is not an issue. Suggestions pls.

d3mon · 12th April 2009, 12:47

Hey one of my friends got hold of a Lenovo s9 for only around 15-16k (don't remember exactly) from nehru place. Full warranty and stuff.

80gb hdd, 512mb ram (upgraded to 2.5gb for just rs 1100) and linux (running windows 7 now)

Normal features like wifi, webcam etc

Neat deal, huh ?

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deetee BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Mangalore Posts: 505 Thanked: 1,632 Times View My Garage	Asus eee pc 4gb model with 7in display and linux o/s could now be had for 8-8.5K. Prices have come down drastically as the model itself is 2yrs old . Finding a new one for sale itself is difficult but i think its worth to have one as a go-anywhere lappy for that price. I myself enjoy the protbality of this little linux demon. btw, this eee pc for that price is a very good choice for car pc projects. It takes in very low voltage(9.5 v only ) and has a very small form factor. Last edited by deetee : 26th February 2009 at 16:51.
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