Until the ASUS Eee PC 4G burst onto the scene, the UMPC (ultra-mobile PC) category was something of a joke—the target of numerous wisecracks from journalists and reviewers (including yours truly). Our derision was due to the UMPC's inability to deliver on its promises: an affordable price and a functional platform. The 2-pound Eee PC 4G changed the way manufacturers approached profit margins and brought the promise of a sub-$500 system back into full swing. The ASUS EeePC 900 is the second iteration of this groundbreaking laptop. The system is available with both a Linux operating system and Windows XP Home at e-tailers like Newegg.com for the same price. Although there weren't any drastic changes, the move to a bigger, 8.9-inch widescreen and the addition of 16GB worth of extended storage are welcome improvements. But is it worth the $550 (street) price tag? I think so.
source: PcMag
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