Aspire ONE Review - Lightweight & Compact, but is it a Perfect Fit?
Does Size Matter?
The Aspire ONE is compact. At 10 x 7 inches, it's smaller than a piece of paper. Closed, it's one inch high. Any bag that holds paper will tote the Aspire ONE. It's a perfect fit, especially in cities because you avoid "advertising" you're carrying a laptop.
Seniors, teens, and kids can easily travel with this tiny tech companion. It's a perfect fit for everyone on the go.
And when you get where you're going, the Aspire ONE has built-in Wi-Fi. So, you can shop online in the park or check your email in the coffee shop. Does it work? You betcha. The Aspire ONE is a perfect fit for people who want to keep in the know on the go.
Lightweight? Compact? It's probably not sturdy. My little pink Aspire ONE took a nasty fall from the bathroom sink onto the tiled floor. My rambunctious dog knocked it off the coffee table and my cat pushed it off the bed onto hardwood floors. Each time, my Aspire ONE was fine. So, it's a perfect fit for people with children and pets. It's much sturdier than it looks. Of course, it's best to avoid such calamities, just in case.
After all of this abuse, my Aspire ONE doesn't have a glitch. It's never had any glitches. It's as reliable as the sunrise. Everyday I open it, and everyday it works fine. So, if you value reliability and performance, the Aspire ONE is a perfect fit for you.
It's also a perfect fit for many budgets. I picked up my Aspire ONE for a mere $299. It's worth more because this netbook is:
Inexpensive
Lightweight
Compact
Easy to carry
Sturdy
Reliable
Fast
Absolutely no aggravation - (Worth $299 alone)
But does size matter? The answer is "yes." The Aspire ONE's small size is a PLUS. It fits in tight places such as small coffee shop tables. It's a perfect fit for small laps and it doesn't get hot like a large laptop.
There are a few aspects of the Aspire ONE that are not a perfect fit. One must get used to the small 10.1 screen. For some websites, "F11" is required. The Aspire ONE does not have an internal DVD ROM Drive. But an external drive is inexpensive. And the speakers are crap like "most" laptops. Earphones in the left/front jack...perfect fit! The money saved on the Aspire ONE's price easily covers any small expense.
Bottom line, the lightweight Aspire ONE is a perfect fit in more ways than not and you can't beat its price.
Aspire One Specs
1.6 Ghz Intel Atom Processor
1 GB DDR2 SDRAM memory (non-expandable)
142 GB Hard drive
10.1 LED Wide Screen (1024 x 600)
Windows XP Pro
Internal webcam
Internal WI-FI 802.11
Internal card reader
3 USB ports
The Contributor has no connection to nor was paid by the brand or product described in this content.
Published by Renee Morway
From the skyscrapers of NYC, I face strength. From the people of NYC, I gain understanding. And from the heart of NYC, I feel inspiration. So, I tend to write about the city quite a bit. View profile
- Choosing the Best Hard Drive for Your Acer Aspire One AOD150Many different options are available in regards to memory with the Acer Aspire One AOD150, from the hard drive size to the amount of RAM.
- Acer Aspire One 11.6" Netbook ReviewThe Acer Aspire One 11.6" netbook is one of the netbooks of choice for individuals on the go. I recently purchased an Acer Aspire One 11.6" netbook at Wal-Mart for $348.
- A Review of the Acer Aspire One NetbookHere are the pros and cons, according to me, of the Acer Aspire One netbook.
- Acer Aspire One - an Unbiased ReviewThe Acer Aspire One is an incredibly capable miniature laptop that can compete with most larger computers. This review explains why this compact unit is an excellent choice for both business and pleasure.
- A Review of the Acer Aspire One LaptopA look at the Acer Aspire One Laptop for those in search of a great mini laptop
- How to Repair and Clean Acer Aspire One AOA150 Laptop Fans
- Top 5 Gifts for Acer Aspire One Users
- Acer Aspire One Netbook is Getting Hotter This Summer
- Photography: Choosing a Lightweight, Compact Camera
- Table-Mate II: Lightweight Portable Design
- Acer Aspire One Review
- A Review of the Acer Aspire One Zg5 Net Book
2 Comments
Post a Commentnice review here, and they are good laptops, but not for me...I have a wonderful gateway with lots of extras and love it.
I tried one but found it too small and slow for my needs - BUT, I did discover ACER and now use an ACER notebook, but with a 14.1" screen and 4GBs or DDRAM. Our own fingers and eyes are key variables in finding the best computer for most of us.