Comments on: Netbooks under $400 – perhaps the best netbooks at all

By: Dell Mini 10v – just $249 on Black Friday

Dell Mini 10v – just $249 on Black Friday — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:47:32 +0000

[...] Windows XP operating system and decent battery. It is not my first choice for such device, like you saw from my post on the best 10 inch netbooks a couple of months ago, but for this price it really becomes quite [...]

By: New netbook versus used laptop. What’s the best option?

New netbook versus used laptop. What’s the best option? — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:38:08 +0000

[...] a used laptop. I would consider my requirements from the mini notebook and try to see if any of the best netbooks on the market at the moment fit my needs. And then just go for them. In the end, if you’re not entirely [...]

By: Best 10″ netbook computers right now

Best 10″ netbook computers right now — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:02:05 +0000

[...] UX30 – review of the Asus UX30: portability with styleBest 10" netbooks under $400 – and perhaps the best netbooks at allAsus UL30A review – best 13-incher under 1000 bucksShort comparison: MSI X-Slim X320 vs Asus [...]

By: Mike

Mike — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 15:17:34 +0000

Brian, there are 1005HA versions with Bluetooth. From what i know, the 1005HA-P is the one you’re looking for (called 1005HA-PU1X-BK on US). The 1005HA-M has no no Bluetooth like you said. And of course you can always go towards other producers, liek MSI and Acer that offer most fo their netbooks with Bluetooth.

By: Brian

Brian — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 15:08:10 +0000

I’m seriously thinking of gettng the ASUS, but I want Bluetooth….it gets confusing with all the different versions of the 1005HA to know what you’re getting ….the one pushed here in Sweden is the -M version with no Bluetooth and the N270 chip…..AAAHHHH!!!!

By: The ruby-red Acer Aspire One 150 now on sale

The ruby-red Acer Aspire One 150 now on sale — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 06:16:54 +0000

[...] told about the Acer Aspire One 150 before, when in considered it one of the best under $400 10″ netbooks on the market and probably the one of with the most affordable price [...]

By: Mike

Mike — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 08:05:14 +0000

Hmmm, you might have a point there. If you put a nice skin on this you get rid of that problem… I never thought of that.

By: mezcal

mezcal — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 06:51:57 +0000

I’m about to buy a netbook, tomorrow actually. I’ve researched the web extensively in the last 2-3 weeks to find the best (spec-wise for my needs) at the best price and the best look and I found 1 undiscussed winner: the ASUS eee pc 1005HA (P or V).
First it’s just beautiful to look at, second it has an amazing batt life(up to 10.5hrs), WIFI b-g-n, bluetooth and 160Gb HD, 1Gb RAM (easily upgradable to 2Gb), 3 USB and 10″ backlid screen. Furthermore it got excellent reviews from pc websites and customers alike. All this at a more than competitive price.
As for the glossiness…that’s really the least of my concerns but I’m going to put a skin on it anyway…
This is definitely the netbook for me.
Can’t wait to get my hands on it! )

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 15:36:04 +0000

yeah Vlad, perhaps if you’re really careful with it, the Asus might do just fine. But since i’m not such a careful guy… I still consider the Toshiba top of my list. At least for now

By: Vlad

Vlad — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 15:34:08 +0000

I like the glossy look of the Asus. It’s not that bad once you get used to it with the finger prints and all. As for scratches, i always keep it in a sleeve, so no visible ones yet. But i only have it for 2 weeks