John Scalzi on Netbooks (Acer Aspire One)

John Scalzi, a prolific writer, both online and off, and author of several well-received science fiction novels (including some that have garnered Hugo Award nominations), has posted a couple of articles on his Whatever blog (online since 1998) about netbooks, specifically about the Acer Aspire … Read more

Netbooks to Drop in Price Even Further

There are starting to be large price reductions for netbooks across all display sizes and manufacturers (and storage options). Among those seeing price cuts: – 8.9″ Acer Aspire One, both the SSD/Linux and HDD/Windows XP versions. – Asustek Eee PC 7″ Eee PC 4G Surf, … Read more

Acer Aspire One + 3G = $99 (Plus Subscription)

You may have seen the ad floating around, touting a $99 Acer Aspire One from Radio Shack, with the purchase of a mobile broadband/3G contract. Well, it’s official. As of December 14, Radioshack will be offering the 8.9″ netbook with integrated 3G connectivity for $99, … Read more

Gateway LT1001G – More Details

LAPTOP Magazine has more details about Gateway’s upcoming netbook, the LT1001G. Joanna Stern reports that Gateway will be selling an 8.9″ netbook based on the Acer Aspire One. As previously mentioned, it’s not surprising, given that the Aspire One is selling well and Acer does … Read more

Gateway Netbooks Coming?

Asia One Digital has posted information on several new laptops coming from Gateway, including a netbook and a 13.3″. This marks the first time that Gateway as a brand has returned to Singapore in the past eight years. After being acquired by Acer, this is … Read more