Astro Boy netbook makes a mark in Taiwan
Category: new notebook modelsBy: Raghav Kapoor
It has the usual specs but is still popular
With Astro Boy movie ready to hit the theatres all over the world, PC home in Taiwan is ready to cash in on the popularity of this character by launching netbooks designed using the Astro Boy theme. There is nothing special in this product as it has the standard features but what makes it special is presence of stylish white silhouette of the famous Japanese animation character Astro Boy on the top of the lid. This netbook is already in huge demand and has kicked back at all the rumors that this netbook will not be able to attract customers. Over five hundred units of this netbook have been already sold in Taiwan with demand increasing day by day. It is being sold in Taiwan in a package which comprises of lots of other computer accessories in just $614.
Features and Specifications of Astro Boy netbook:
- It is powered by Intel Atom Processor N270 1.6GHz.
- Operating System used to run this machine is Windows XP home edition
- Hard Drive is 160 GB SATA with 1 GB DDR II RAM.
- This netbook comes with a 10.1-inch TFT-LCD screen with 1024 x 600 pixel display.
- For connectivity it has got Bluetooth, 802.11b/g Wi-Fi.
- Equipped with 1.3 mega-pixel web camera for live chatting and other uses.
- It comes in a package including other computer accessories like a carrying bag, USB flash drive, DVD burner, USB hard drive, portable speakers, memory card reader and an Mp3 player all having dashing Astro Boy silhouette on them
As the main attraction of this product are the stylish looks of animated Astro Boy this product has won the hearts of many children all around Taiwan, and it can be a great gift option for parents to present this stylish netbook to their child on Christmas this year. But the only problem with this product is that it is available in package including all other accessories mentioned above only in Taiwan which will keep lots of consumers away from this product.
- Links:
- eeepc.net/astroboy-netbook-plus-some-goodies-show-up/
- www.crunchgear.com/2009/10/27/buy-your-kid-this-astro-boy-netbook-but-keep-it-for-yourself/
- laptoppimp.com/kids-laptops/the-astro-boy-netbook/
- www.liliputing.com/2009/10/astro-boy-netbook-takes-flight-in-japan.html
- www.liliputing.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/astro-boy-netbook.jpg
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