NetbookTech

Yeah it’s been awhile since we ran a “Netbook Deals of the Day” posting – mostly because the holiday season was over and the transition to the new Pine Trail platform was upon us. However, with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, several e-tailers are running netbook deals that you might be interested in, so without further ado, let’s check out them deals!

In the thin-and-light category, Newegg is selling the Toshiba Satellite T135-S1305 notebook for a mere $549.99 ($150 dollars off the original price of $699.99). Specs for this thin-and-light include an Intel Pentium SU4100 ULV processor clocked at 1.3GHz, a 13.3 inch 1366 x 768 resolution display, 3GB of RAM, Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics, Windows 7 Home Premium 32 bit, 320GB HDD, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, built-in stereo speakers, and full-sized keyboard. The notebook measures 12.7" x 8.78" x 0.87-1.35" and weighs a reasonable 3.88lbs. The Pentium SU4100 will provide 2-2.5x more processing power than your typical Atom N270 processor so this is certainly a notebook to consider if you want a bit more oomph in your everyday needs.

The other notable Newegg.com deal is for the ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005HA-PU1X-BK Crystal Black 10.1" WSVGA Netbook – priced at $319.99 ($30 dollars off the original price of $349.99). This netbook features the Intel Atom N280 processor (it’s a pre-Pine Trail netbook), a 10.1 inch LED-backlit display, 1GB of RAM, a built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam, Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, built-in speakers, media card reader, and a 6 cell battery for approximately 10+ hours of battery life.

Let’s move over to Geeks.com, a great place to find new and refurbished units.

We’ve never heard of the company, but Geeks is offering the PeeCee Mini M02 Atom N270-based netbook for a low price of $259.99. This system (which is almost gone) features:

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• Windows XP Home Edition
• 1GB of RAM
• 160GB SATA HDD
• Intel GMA950 graphics
• Built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam
• Ethernet and 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
• 10.2 inch widescreen LCD display
• Built-in 3 in 1 card reader
• Measures 10.35 x 7.24 x 1.36 inches and weighs 2.78 pounds

Should you buy it? If you’re not sure of the brand then you might want to reconsider.. but if you have cash to blow and you’re adventurous, then why not check it out!

Fans of the original MSI Wind U100 will definitely want to check out the current deals over at Geeks.com where the company is offering 3 cell versions for a mere $279.99. They have them in pink, white, and black. The specs are:

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• 1GB of RAM
• 160GB SATA HDD
• Intel GMA 950 graphics
• Ethernet and 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
• 1.3 megapixel webcam
• 10 inch WSVGA display
• Windows XP Home Edition
• Media card reader

If you’re a fan of convertible notebooks, then check out the Geeks.com deal on the ASUS Eee PC T91 here on their website. The 8.9 inch system features the Intel Atom Z520 processor, 1GB of RAM, a 16GB solid state drive, Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1, 0.3 megapixel webcam, and Windows XP. Perhaps even funnier is the comparison chart that Geeks put up on the site comparing the T91 against the newly announced Apple iPad. Here are snippets from the chart (keep in mind, I’m merely copying what THEY put up. I am stating this myself so don’t go flaming me for this!):

Heh.. the sad thing is – yes the T91 supports Adobe Flash thanks to Windows XP.. but can the Atom Z520 handle HD flash video.. uhh.. don’t think so.

Alright, the final “deals” come from Dell where they’re currently offering the Dell Mini 10 and 10v at low starting prices. In fact, starting prices for both the Mini 10 and the 10v come in at $279. The Mini 10 has the updated Pine Trail platform while the Mini 10v is using the older Atom platform featuring the Atom N270 processor. Both systems feature similar specs as well as a small 3 cell battery. Want a 6 cell battery for that Mini 10?  You can get one for $299 which still isn’t a bad price. Finally, Dell is also offering a Mini 10 model with a built-in GPS for a price of $399.

OK, our final vendor of the day is PC Mall where they’re offering the Lenovo IdeaPad U350 thin-and-light notebook for a mere $469.99. OK the check out price is actually a tad-bit higher at $519.99 (the actual price is $569.99 minus an instant rebate of $50 dollars and then a mail-in rebate of $50 dollars. Yes, we hate mail-in rebates too). The U350 features an Intel Pentium SU4100 processor, a 13.3 inch LED backlit display, 3GB of RAM, 320GB HDD, Windows 7 Home Premium, 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi, a 4 cell battery, and an HDMI port.

Amazon has several interesting year-end netbook and thin-and-light notebook deals that you just might be interested in. Here’s the rundown of sale products.

Toshiba Mini NB205-N230 netbook is currently on sale for $326.33. Specs include:

• Intel Atom N280 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 250GB 5400RPM SATA HDD
• 10.1 inch LED backlit display
• Windows 7 Starter Edition
• 9+ hour battery life

Toshiba Mini NB205-N325BL is currently available for $376.86. Specs are pretty much the same as above except for the nicer keyboard.

Samsung GO N310-13GMB is currently available for $348.20. Specs include:

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB HDD
• Windows XP Home
• 9+ hours of battery life
• 10.1 inch LED backlit display

HP Mini 110-1050NR 10.1-Inch Netbook is currently available for $324.97. Specs include:

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB SATA HDD
• Windows XP Home Edition
• 6 cell lithium ion battery
• 10.1 inch LED widescreen display

Acer AOS250-151 netbook is currently available for $343.03. Specs include:

• Intel Atom N280 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 250GB SATA HDD
• Wi-Fi
• Windows 7
• 6 cell lithium ion battery
• 10.1 inch WSVGA LED display

Samsung N130-13P is currently available for $298.49. Specs include:

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB HDD
• 10.1 inch LED widescreen display
• Intel GMA 950 graphics
• Windows XP Home
• 5.8 hours of battery life

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005HA-MU17-BU netbook for $330.81. Specs include:

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 250GB SATA HDD
• 10.1 inch widescreen display
• Wi-Fi
• Windows 7 Starter
• 8+ hours of battery life

Dell Inspiron 11z 11.6 inch thin-and-light notebook for $531.04. Specs are as follows:

• Intel Pentium SU4100 processor
• 4GB RAM
• 250GB SATA HDD
• 11.6 inch display
• Intel GS45 graphics
• Windows 7 Home Premium

Dell Inspiron Mini 10 for $384.76. Specs include:

• Intel Atom Z530 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB 5400RPM HDD
• 10.1 inch widescreen display
• Windows 7 Starter
• Up to 6+ hours of battery

Lenovo S10-2 netbook for $343.03. Specs include:

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB 5400RPM HDD
• Wi-Fi
• 10.1 inch display
• Windows 7 Starter
• 6+ hours of battery

HP Pavilion DM3-1040US thin-and-light notebook for $676.40. Specs include:

• Intel Pentium SU4100 processor clocked at 1.3GHz
• 4GB RAM
• 320GB 7200RPM HDD
• 13.3 inch display
• Windows 7 Home Premium
• 10+ hours of battery life

Lenovo IdeaPad U-350 thin-and-light notebook for $539.05. Specs include:

• Intel Pentium Processor clocked at 1.3GHz
• 3GB RAM
• 320GB 5400RPM HDD
• 13.3 inch display
• Intel GMA 4500M graphics
• Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit
• 5+ hours of battery life

Several ASUS netbook and thin-and-light notebook models are currently on sale over at Buy.com. Here’s a sampling of some of the more interesting system deals.

ASUS UL20A-A1 12.1 inch notebook for $599.00

• Intel Core 2 Duo SU7300 processor
• 12.1 inch LED backlit widescreen HD display
• 2GB RAM
• 250GB 5400 RPM HDD
• 802.11n Wi-Fi
• Built-in webcam
• Altec Lansing speakers with SRS Premium Sound
• ASUS IceCool Technology
• ASUS SmartLogon

ASUS UL30A-A2 13.3 inch notebook for $774.95

• Intel Core 2 Duo SU7300 processor
• Intel GS45 chipset
• 13.3 inch LED backlit display
• 4GB of RAM
• 0.3 megapixel webcam
• Gigabit Ethernet
• 500GB HDD
• 3 USB 2.0 ports
• HDMI and VGA port
• 8 cell battery
• Weighs 3.74 lbs
• Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005HA-MU17-BU netbook for $335.99

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 250GB HDD
• 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi
• 0.3 megapixel webcam
• 8.5 hour power
• Windows 7 Starter

ASUS UL80VT-A1 notebook for $862.07

• Intel Core 2 Duo SU7300 processor
• 4GB RAM
• 320GB HDD
• NVIDIA G210M graphics
• Built-in webcam
• 802.11n Wi-Fi
• 8 cell battery
• Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit
• 11+ hours of power

If you’re still looking for a new netbook or thin-and-light notebook system, then you’ll want to check out some of Amazon’s current sale prices for select systems. Here’s a rundown of current sales available at the site:

Samsung N130-13B 10.1-Inch Slate Blue Netbook – Up to 5.8 Hours of Battery Life for $294.99

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB HDD
  10.1 inch LED backlit display
• Windows XP Home Edition
• Up to 5+ hours of power

Toshiba Satellite T135-S1307 TruBrite 13.3-Inch Ultrathin Black Laptop – 9 Hours 22 Minutes of Battery Life (Windows 7 Home Premium) for $599.99

• Intel Pentium ULV SU4100 processor clocked at 1.3 GHz
• 3GB RAM
• 500GB SATA HDD
• 13.3 inch LED backlit display
• Windows 7 Home Premium 32 bit
• 9+ hours of power

Acer Aspire AS1410-8414 11.6-Inch Sapphire Blue Laptop – 6 Hour Battery Life for $422.99

• Intel Core 2 Solo ULV SU3500 processor clocked at 1.4GHz
• 2GB RAM
• 250GB SATA HDD
• Acer CrystalEye Webcam
• 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi
• HDMI port
• 11.6 inch WXGA CrystalBrite LED backlit display
• Intel GMA 4500MHD
• Windows Vista Home Premium SP1
• 6 cell Lithium Ion battery

Acer AOD250-1727 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – Up to 9 Hours of Battery Life for $329.99

• Intel Atom N280 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB SATA HDD
• 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
• 10.1 inch LED backlit display
• Intel GMA 950 graphics
• Windows XP Home
• 6 cell battery

Dell Inspiron 11 11.6-Inch Obsidian Black Laptop (Windows 7 Premium) for $549.04

• Intel Pentium SU4100 processor
• 4GB RAM
• 250GB 5400RPM HDD
• 11.6 inch display
• Intel GS45 graphics
• Windows 7 Home Premium

Dell Inspiron Mini IM10-USE020AM Netbook with Integrated TV Tuner – Alpine White for $361.95

• Intel Atom Z530 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB HDD
• Edge to edge glass display
• Integrated TV tuner
• 1.3 megapixel webcam
• Windows XP Home

Samsung SM-NC-13GB 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook – Up to 6 Hours of Battery Life for $339.00

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB SATA HDD
• 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
• Windows XP Home
• 6 cell lithium-ion battery
• 10.1 inch display
• Intel GMA 950 graphics

Samsung N130-13P 10.1-Inch Pink Netbook – Up to 5.8 Hours of Battery Life for $335.55

• Intel Atom N270 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 160GB HDD
• 10.1 inch LED widescreen display
• Intel GMA 950 graphics
• Windows XP Home
• Up to 5+ hours of power

Samsung N140-14R 10.1-Inch Burgundy Netbook – Up to 7.5 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter) for $384.99

• Intel Atom N280 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 250GB HDD
• 10.1 inch LED widescreen display
• Intel GMA 950 graphics
• Windows 7 Starter Edition
• Up to 7+ hours of power

If you thought $599 was a great price for the Toshiba Satellite T135-S1307, then you’ll certainly love the fact that Amazon has lowered the price again to $549.99. This thin-and-light notebook features:

• 1.3 GHz Intel Pentium ULV SU4100 processor
• 3GB RAM
• 500GB 5400RPM SATA HDD
• 13.3 inch LED backlit display
• Windows 7 Home Premium 32 bit
• Wi-Fi – 802.11 b/g/n
• Measures 12.7 x 1.35 x 8.78 inches and weighs 3.88 pounds

The T135-S1307 has a rated battery of 9+ hours – ah.. don’t you love CULV processors? At $549 – this might just be a steal.

Those of you looking for something beefier than a netbook with a larger display, will definitely want to take a look at this system.

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