So you've decided to buy Eee PC, but you're wondering which one of them is the best Eee PC buy. It can be quite daunting because there are actually 4 models to choose from and then you have to pick the right color as well. This article will explain to you the choices you have and which one is the best Eee PC buy for you.
The first and cheapest model is the Asus Eee PC 2g and will be the best Eee PC buy for most people. It comes with only 2gb of hard drive space so don't plan on installing many extra programs. Most people won't be doing this anyway, so it is plenty for most people. This model also comes in the most colors from blue to pink. If you're a regular pc user and love colors then this is the best Eee PC buy for you.
The next step is best for people who are comfortable with computers. This model is the 4G model and it comes in two kinds. One comes with a webcam and a pearly white instead of plain white. The other doesn't include a webcam. There is only a 50 dollar difference between the two. This will be the best for those who want to run Windows XP. This is the best Eee PC buy for most power users and those who want to run Windows XP.
The final model is really for those who want to get the most out of the Eee PC. The 8g model comes with 8gb of hard drive space which means you can install many extra applications and even run Windows XP smoothly. This is great for power users as well as Windows XP users.
So there you have it. It's not that difficult to find the best Eee PC buy for you, but knowing it will save you a lot of time and hassle. I hope you have a great time with your Asus Eee PC.
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Another week has passed and people want to buy Asus Eee PC more than ever before. It doesn't seem like the demand is going anywhere, but at least the stock as stayed pretty consistent at most stores. Some models have been very popular such as the Asus Eee PC 4g model which comes with a webcam.
The prices have not wavered too much, but we do see that people can buy Asus Eee PC 8g at a reasonable price now instead of the crazy prices on eBay. Let's take a look at the current prices for different models so you can buy Asus Eee PC that's right for you.
Buy Asus Eee PC 8g
Amazon - 542.99
eBay - 570-600
Buy.com - Sold Out (Pre-order)
Amazon seems to be the best place to buy Asus Eee PC, but keep in mind that they are saying there is a few weeks before they will be able to ship the computer to you. If you're really in a hurry, eBay is really the only trustworthy option in getting your Asus Eee PC on time.
Buy Asus Eee PC 4g
Buy Eee PC 4G without webcam
Amazon - 349.99
Buy.com - 356 to 359
eBay - 350-360
with webcam
Amazon - 399 to 408
Buy.com - 407.99
eBay - 420 to 450
The Webcam version of the Buy Asus Eee PC 4g is extremely popular and many times will go out of stock. If you see it in stock, you will need to act fast as someone will buy Asus Eee PC 4g before you. It is almost as sought after as the 8g version.
Buy Eee PC 2G
Amazon - 304.99 for all colors except for Lush Green at 309.99
Buy.com - 299.99 to 315
eBay - 295 - 325
The 2G version has also been selling like hotcakes, but not all colors are as popular as others. Pink seems to be a great choice, but it also means you won't be able to buy Asus Eee PC in pink easily.
Overall, the Asus Eee PC is so popular that you really don't know what will happen day to day. If you find the one you want, be swift and buy Asus Eee PC before it runs out of stock. Have fun and enjoy your new Asus Eee PC!
For those of you who have already bought or plan to buy Asus Eee PC, it is a good idea to do an update on the operating system because the version of Xandros Linux that is being shipped currently has a security hole that needs to be patched. If you are behind a firewall or proxy it is probably not that big of a deal however it is a good idea to keep your software patched.
To do the update all you need to do is go into settings and Add/Remove Programs, it will automatically check for updates (assuming you are connected to the internet) and it will let you know which software has an update available, update the ones that you need, and leave the rest. For BIOS updates, you will usually not need to do any updates, unless of course you plan on hacking and using your Eee PC for some other reason.
After some minor delays due to manufacturing issues it seems that you can now buy Asus Eee 8G from Amazon. Amazon has a listing for a black Asus Eee PC with 1GB RAM, 8GB SSD and all the other regular features on the Eee PC. If you buy Asus Eee 8G you will receive it in 3-6 weeks according to the listing, however, Amazon is notorious in overestimating its shipping times and there is a good chance if you buy Asus Eee 8G from Amazon that you may receive it before the minimum 3 weeks.
The Asus 8G Eee PC had some flash-based storage issues so it has been off the market for some time. But now it seems you will will be able to buy Asus Eee from vendors, Amazon being the first one to list it on their site. Asus announced in early February that due to a minor hardware issue relating to the flash-based storage there would be a delay in shipments. Of course, this drove the price at which people could buy Asus Eee 8G up. On eBay they were going for $700, however you can now buy Asus Eee 8G on Amazon from $542.99.
Are you one of those people waiting to buy Eee PC for the right price? Then here's the report for you. This report will research the best places to buy Eee PC and then bring you the prices ranked in order.
Prices include shipping and discounts.
Buy Eee PC 2G
Amazon - 304.99 for all colors except for Lush Green at 309.99
Buy.com - 299.99 to 315
eBay - 295 - 325
There is quite a price disparity if you're going to buy Eee PC 2G, so it's best to check all the websites above for the best price on the color you want.
Buy Eee PC 4G without webcam
Amazon - 349.99
Buy.com - 356 to 359
eBay - 350-360
with webcam
Amazon - 399 to 408
Buy.com - 407.99
eBay - 420 to 450
Amazon seems to win hands down, but they don't have all the configurations and colors. Overall, you still have to check out all the sites to get the best deal. It's strange that eBay listings are selling for higher prices despite the fact you can still buy Eee PC at regular online retailers.
Many people are taking their Asus Eee PC on the go but are finding that the 2.5 hour battery life just isn't enough for longer road trips. Brando has already come out with a great solution and it is the same one found on many cell phone chargers. You can now charge your Asus Eee PC directly to your car with special adapters.
The Brando charger comes at only $23 and comes with plugins to handle different plugs around the world. You can also use a car charger adapter to keep in the car. It has support for 100v to 240v so you should be good anywhere in the world as well. Be sure to check it out as it will be sure to be a hot product.
Have you been searching around for the 8gb Asus Eee PC? Well you may have noticed that it is quite difficult to find one these days. However, that's about to change. Asus stated that the reason it has been in short supply is because there is a problem with manufacturing the RAM.
They have now fixed the problem and should be shipping the 8GB model in the second quarter. It's still a little bit of a wait, but at least we know when it is coming. For now, you can just order the 4GB version and buy a large 8gb+ SDHC removable drive. Or you can check out eBay where they will have the 8GB model.
Asus is a major computer company, many non-techie people may have not heard of them before the Eee PC, but they have been a major force in motherboards and other computer components for awhile. The Eee PC was their first mainstream product that really hit big. Now Asus has plans of expanding their line into an E-DT (DeskTop), E-TV, and E-Monitor.
The E-Monitor is supposed to be similar to Apple iMac and Dell XPS. It will have a built in TV-tuner and retail at around $500. The E-DT is will be a basic desktop PC that will retail at around $200. The last family member will be the E-TV, which will be a 42 inch LCD with a built in Linux PC, it will retail at more than $200. On the whole, Asus is really making strides into some new markets. The only thing I can say is that Asus needs to be careful in building it brand though. The PC enthusiasts know it as a respectable and dependable brand, but the new consumers don't.
If you were waiting for 8GB Asus Eee, it seems you will have to wait some more. There are some rumors about saying that Asus is delaying some shipments due to shortage in flash memory. It always seems to be the memory. I guess its good that the Eee wasn't out of stock during the Christmas season, otherwise that would have been a real problem for Asus.
In related news, Asus has lowered its sales forecast for Q1 for the Eee PC from 1 million to 700,000. The lowered forecast may be due to the unforeseen shortage. Also, there may be more shortages to come that may be in the pipeline but are not yet here.
Another review has come out from a blogger at Popular Mechanics which is a very popular magazine in the USA. This blogger has tested every small device under the sun especially since he loves to blog on the go. He has tested the Sony UX490 and the Nokia N810, but found both of them unsatisfactory.
The Asus Eee PC hit the spot for him. His first impression was the exceptional price at only $399 for a higher end model. He found the screen better than the competitors despite it being only 7.5 inches and he was surprised at how good the speakers were. Overall, he thinks it's the first affordable ultra portable that he can use for blogging and web browsing on the go.
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