Acer Aspire One AOD1501920 10.1Inch Ruby Red Netbook

GypsieBella on Sun, 13th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Could be better………
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I like this computer ok except for one thing………..The Battery life is not good. I get around 30 minutes before I get the low battery alarm.

Teresa L. Humphrey on Tue, 15th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Beware Acer’s Customer Service!
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
This product has so many problems, but the biggest problem of all is Acer’s lack of customer service. I wish I had read about the many problems buyer’s have been having with this mini laptop before I bought. If something goes wrong while your laptop is still under warranty, don’t expect Acer to honor it. They blame the consumer for whatever is ailing it(i.e. “you must have dropped it or spilled liquid on it”). All I can do now is warn my friends and family to not buy this product. And I’m sorry, Amazon, I will never by anything electronic from you or an online retailer again. Next time it’s off to Best Buy where I’ve always been treated well.

Jose O. Cerqueira on Wed, 16th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One AOD150-1920 10.1-Inch Ruby Red Netbook – 6.5 Hour Battery Life
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
This item came defective and it was a big hassle to return because it was purchased through one of the outside venders on Amazon. At the time of purchase I did not realize this and feel it is misleading and deceptive. I had to pay to ship the defective item back and they wanted a 25% restocking fee! I got store credit and went with a Toshiba. I didn’t actually get to use this product because the mouse left click button was not functioning but this was my experience with this product. Careful when purchase from small electronic stores with unreasonable return policies.

eve on Thu, 17th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Buy a different brand
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
This netbook is horrible. It broke a few months after I got it and the tech support is useless. It’s still broken after they tried to fix it 3 times. Buy something else. I wish I had

Unhappy customer on Thu, 17th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Don’t waste your money
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I purchased this in May. I love the size and convenience of the computer. By August it was unusable because it kept shutting down. I sent it back twice for repair. Both times it came with an invoice stating that the machine had been throughly tested. I now have to send it back a third time because it is still doing the same thing. So I paid over $300.00 for 3 months use. They say their warranty states that they WILL NOT send you a computer to replace the broken one. I will NEVER purchase an Acer Product again. We have spend hours on the phone talking to customer service, just to have them continue saying the same corporate line. They do not care if, as the consumer, you have lost valuable hours trying to get the computer so that it is useable. I found this link to a warranty but I can’t find the manufacturer warranty on line.

[...] check out the fine print.

Dan W. Owen on Sat, 19th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Pretty nice laptop
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I’ve had my Acer Aspire laptop for about a week now and would say it met most all my expectations. At 1.6 gig it’s reasonably fast for what I use it for which is the surf the Internet and write blogs when away from home.

Aussiegirl on Sun, 20th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Best thing since sliced bread.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased this notebook in September, I wanted to wait a while before writing my review. Now I’m not going to regale you with all the technical stuff, there are others that have already done that very astutely. What I will say is that this is one of the best tech gadgets that I have ever perchased. So far I have had no problems at all. I brought the Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks (Black) as I am not very adapt at using a touch pad. I also brought the NU Slim USB External SuperMulti Drive DVD Burner ESW860 so that I could back up my hard drive and add any programes to the notebook. My main reason for buying this notebook was to be able to play Solitaire, Scrabble, Yahtzee and surf the net while watching TV the Acer One fits the bill.


J. Blozy on Tue, 22nd Dec 2009 12:00 am 



acer net book
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I think it is a very nice net book i have one and its battery life depends on what you are doing. I do recomend this net book. But no CD drive but you can buy an external cd drive to use.

Patricia H. on Wed, 23rd Dec 2009 12:00 am 



I love my netbook!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I previously had a Sony Vaio 15 in’ screen and I didn’t like the weight and the mess of carrying it around, however I love this netbook, it’s really fast to get on and off, programs run quick and it’s extremely light and easy to carry anywhere, I recommend it. It came with windows XP which I prefer to vista (I’ve not tried windows 7 yet). Great product for a little price.

a buyer of stuff on Thu, 24th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Enjoyable purchase
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I have had this netbook for 4 month.I have purposely waited to write a review.It works well and is handy.The 6.5 hour battery is a great feature.It does add weight and hangs out a bit at the back but the convenience out ways the bulkiness.The screen is bright and large enough to view easily. It boots very quickly.If used just for light computing its very fast.Please note they do not include a recovery disk with this netbook. You can purchase them from their website or you can purchase an external DVD writer (My pick) and make them yourself. The touch pad is fickle , so you will want to add a real mouse.

As far as reliability I had to send it in for repair.I am an adult and treated my netbook gently but the hard drive failed.I sent it back to ACER ( note YOU pay for the shipping to the repair center.They ship it back after repair at their cost) They repaired it quickly and correctly (replaced the hard drive)

I purchased an external DVD burner to make the recovery discs and play DVD’s. I also added a wireless mouse to make a perfect package!

Overall , it’s been a great purchase that has given me hours of service and enjoyment.

Shannon C. Leonard on Sat, 26th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



was great…then
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Got the Acer Aspire 1 not long after they came out. Was perfect for what I needed. Awesome battery life, light and handy. Then a glitch. About month ago while working away, doing nothing unusual the screen flickered to snow, very quickly and didnt happen again until yesterday. This time it was not quick by any means. Since then it has gotten worse and worse to where now I have nothing but snow. Sucks. Don’t know how anyone can fix as you cannot get to anything like icons or settings. Whatever, it was good while it lasted, which wasn’t very long at all. And I will not pay hundreds to have it repaired. If I remember correctly when I originally bought it I had to call customer service for some reason and I was passed around to a few different people who BARELY spoke the english language, I believe I was speaking to India, not sure. Just an FYI, maybe you’ll have better luck.

Rusty Minnis on Sun, 27th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



so handy
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’m not very computer savvy but this is great for me. I keep it beside me when I’m watching TV & I jump on OFTEN to google something or check facebook or ebay. I love this little thing. I bring it outside in the summer to my gazebo. It’s the handiest little thing I ever purchased. It’s attached to my hip. Love, love ,love it.

F. Vernet on Sun, 27th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Good notebook for travel
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I initially looked for a travel DVD/DivX player to play videos for my daughter during trips (car, bus, …) but after some search, I was afraid by the quality for low prices products and high quality products have prices closed to a notebook.

So I finally bought this notebook with the benefit (as compare to a single DVD player) to have also an Internet access when I am at the hotel.

Since almost 4 months I get it, I am very satisfied by my choice.

This notebook matches exactly my wishes : screen large enough to see a movie or surfing on Internet, good sound even in a car without headset, very good autonomy (the 6.5 hours are real).

I just miss an external CD/DVD reader to be able to make the CD backup. It would be better if a recovery CD was directly provided. I’ll see for my next buy. In any case, a usual USB stick is good enough for file transfer.

J. Horst on Mon, 28th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Great small computer!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I tried out quite a few netbooks before settling on this one. The Acer has, by far, the smoothest and easiest keyboard to type upon. I am a writer, and I’m very, VERY picky about my keyboards.

It came with Windows XP, but I installed Ubuntu Linux on it. Everything works very well under Ubuntu; I highly recommend it as a better alternative to Windows. It boots faster, shuts down almost immediately (by comparison), and except for Firefox (which runs slowly on Linux), I have absolutely no complaints about the performance. I assume it performs reasonably well with Windows XP.

All the features below are in the context of Linux. Windows performance may vary.

* Battery life is quite good. I get a good 4 hours 30 minutes of normal use.

* Wireless networking also works very well.

* The special blue function key took some getting used to, but now it’s almost automatic.

* The screen resolution IS small, but I have found it adequate for such a lightweight, portable machine. Video is crisp and clear. I’m not sure if I could work with a smaller screen.

I have used the machine for about 6 months and have had no problems at all. I use an external mouse with a very small USB dongle (I have disabled the touchpad, so don’t ask me about that). I also have installed a 16 GB SD HD in the available slot. I also routinely use an external USB hard drive and various flash drives.

This machine is very light and portable and easy to get work done on.

Harmony House, Inc. on Tue, 29th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



love my little pal
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I bought the acer laptop once we changed to Verizon and FINALLY got DSL. My old desktop (which has all my software on it and I know like the back of my hand and is, like, 10 years old and working great so I’m NOT replacing it)for some reason just refused to load the verizon dsl software /router thingie despite 4, count ‘em 4 hours on the phone with tech support, stumping even the tech’s in India. So after years of dial up I was still unable to get dsl on my old computer. Sigh. So what the heck. Spend $300 and voila. Portable internet. It’s a bit of a hassel, but I’ve found flash drive a big help to send files I create on my big computer (artist, designer) and I love watching tv and checking email on the sofa, working on my blog, etc. The tiny screen and keyboard take some getting used to, and I had trouble with my “m” key…it completely stuck..and in my effort to “fix” it came completely off, so now I just have to touch the naked little M nipple to type M. it could be fixed but shipping to service center is 1/4 the price of the computer, so I just make do. I’m definately getting my money’s worth out of it! I’d like to consolidate my acer and my old geizer to a snazzy new laptop with a big ole screen at some point when I can afford it, meanwhile, this little fella is serving me very well. Worth the $ for sure. A real treat to take it on a trip recently and check email on the road. NO I don’t have a blackberry like 99% of the rest of the world. Leave me alone about it. I’ll catch up to technology one of these days. I just got DSL for cryin’ out loud. Gimme a break.

Christopher R. Evans on Wed, 30th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Nice portable puter
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
for the aceraceraceros/nxdos osIII no cd drive but all you need is a bootable linux usb drive,

Marcelo Pimenta on Wed, 30th Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Very fast!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I like so much this model; I had the old model, but this is much better!

Travis on Thu, 31st Dec 2009 12:00 am 



Aspire One AOD150-1577
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
When I first considered buying a Netbook I didn’t imagine it would be as useful as it has turned out to be. I primarily got it for travel, it’s small size makes it easy to pack, and it being cheaper than a full size notebook makes dragging it along a bit less intimidating, especially on camping trips.

I use it for Geocaching, I run mapping software using a USB GPS, and have drivers installed to be able to interface with most handheld GPS units. GSAK runs great.

Battery life is great, I have not done any tests but 6 hours seems about right.

It’s exterior shiny finish picks up fingerprints like a magnet, and it is easy to scratch. The interior finish around the keyboard has a similar look to brushed metal. I got the Black model and think it looks great.

I did add more RAM, not out of necessity but because RAM was cheap and I was ordering it for my other computers anyway. Installation was a snap, just open the RAM door, pull the old card out and snap the new one in. There is only one slot and the maximum RAM it will take from what I recearched is the 2GB I installed. With 2GB RAM Windows XP at idle only uses about 10%, and opening multiple programs does not seem to slow it down until you go to an extreme. I have not noticed any issues with the RAM, it runs just like it did before the upgrade only it will handle more open programs without slowing.

Start up and shut down is less than a minute, and has not noticeably increased since I got it over 6 months ago. It hibernates fast and restores fast, I was amazed since my work machine which runs XP takes a good 10 minutes to warm up with me optimizing it as much as possible.

Overall I’m very pleased with this netbook, it has proven to be one of the most handy computers I have owned. It can’t replace a full size notebook or desktop, but it is especially handy for web surfing on the couch, and taking along outside the home.

C. Flowers on Sat, 2nd Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Keyboard/Mouse Stopped Working
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Like most, I loved my netbook and all of sudden it made a slight noise one night and went black. I turned the system back on, thought everything was ok until I realized the mouse was cold (hadn’t worked since) and I discovered 06st 6f 0y 2eyb6ard d5dn’t w6r2 e5ther. What I actually just typed (using the acer) was [most of my keyboard didn't work either]. Needless to say I’m now using an external mouse and keyboard which defeats the purpose of having a netbook. Btw, I purchased my netbook from Amazon in March of this year for $349.99.

S. Young on Sun, 3rd Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Great Little Computer
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I have had this one for about a month. Pleased with the battery life and clarity of the monitor. Keyboard is a bit cramped for my taste and the mouse buttons on the track pad require some getting use to. After a week I decided to go with a wireless mouse and not use the track pad (except for gestures like zoom). With a 6.5 hour battery i can take it just about anywhere without searching for power outlets or lugging around a power brick. This 150 model does not come with Bluetooth but it can easily be upgraded using a usb dongle.

So happy with this Acer 150 that I am looking to purchase the Acer Revo next.

Michael Hill on Sun, 3rd Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Works as advertized
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My wife and I are committed Mac users but found a need for a PC in the house. After comparing the market we chose the Acer Aspire One and have been very happy with the choice. The battery life claims seem to be accurate. The only initial problem was getting rid of all the “extra” software (I am not a fan of all the new Google applications). Now everything is fine.

Mark T Tomczak on Tue, 5th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Perfect for my needs
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Prior to owning this machine, I had been carting around an Apple iBook for years. After two days wasted trying to install a piece of software that I was certain was supported by Windows, I finally gave up and purchased one of these netbooks.

I couldn’t be happier. It’s lightweight, runs XP, and has very reasonable battery life. The keyboard is a little small for my pudgy fingers, but not unacceptably so; when I have to do a marathon coding session, I pack a full-sized USB keyboard and mouse and get some real work done.

To be fair, I may be over-valuing this purchased based on the difference in happiness I’ve gained from this machine vs. my previous machine. But I still think it’s a very good computer at a very fair price.

R. Karlsen on Wed, 6th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



AOD150-1577 Windows 7 upgrade-Awesome!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Anyone looking to upgrade their Acer One to windows 7 should run not walk for the upgrade. Don’t waste your time with the windows advisor. It works and that is all that matters.

The upgrade took less than an hour and all the bells and whistles work.

It doesn’t matter if you have 1 gb memory to 2 gb, it works great.

You do have to re-load your programs, but for the positive results that you will achieve, it’s worth it.

It helps if you have an external DVD player. Just back up any files that are not in your “my documents” folder and your ready to go. W7 moves your “My Documents” and your “program files” into a subdirectory called windows.old.

You can retrieve your documents after you install by moving them out of the windows.old and back into “My Documents”.

Boot time is quicker, hibernate mode is quicker and I haven’t noticed any reduction in my battery life.

One program I added was “vista switcher”. After installing, hit your Alt key and your Tab key. You will be able to cycle through the programs you have open.

One other item to ensure that your “one” is as quick as possible, I use and SD card for “ready boost”. This program is built in and uses some or all of the card as a “cashe” file.

Hope this helps someone who is looking to purchase an Acer. I have had several Acers in the past and have always been pleased with their quality.

G. ellis on Wed, 6th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



i love it but was disappointed when I traveled
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I loved this netbook until I took it on a trip and everyone could connect to the new wireless network there except me, which is why I bought it in the first place. When I called the Acer warranty people, they said it was a software issue and I would have to pay for the support??. I was able to connect to chat programs, but not get any web pages with either Internet Explorer or Google Chrome. I still don’t know why but it works perfectly at home, which I don’t need it for of course.

Leslie Hibbard on Thu, 7th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



I’m in love!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve had my little netbook for about two weeks and I think I have a new soul-mate! The netbook fits in my (big) purse, and I take it everywhere with me and use it for couch surfing. I am so happy with the battery life (at least six hours), and the speed with which it boots up, shuts down, and wakes up. I also love the red color. I have not had any of the problems that some have reported (issues with the tough space bar and mouse buttons). My hands have adjusted to the smaller keyboard just fine and I can chat like a pro. I really can’t think of anything that I would want to change about this little machine.

J. M. Maness on Sat, 9th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Better than I ever imagined
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’m one of 8 adult children – and the first one to get a netbook. Now 4 out of 8 own it – and the 5th one is looking! I thought I’d only use it occasionally, but since I first turned it on, I’ve used my PC less than twice a month. It’s faster on the internet than anything I’ve ever used. I now use it for all my digital photo editing – I download over 500 images per month and spend hours working on them. One hint: I keep my music library on a thumb drive so I can plug and play it using Windows media Player on the Acer. I keep another thumb drive handy in case I need to print something. For any application I have found using a thumb drive is better than having duplicate files on two computers. Do not be afraid to buy this item. I will never be without my little red Acer!

Acer Aspire One AOD150-1920 10.1-Inch Ruby Red Netbook – 6.5 Hour Battery Life

I do recommend getting th 6.5 Hour battery (I can easily get 7-8 hours on it)

Gail M. Ruhland on Sun, 10th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



LOVE IT!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I love it … I am the envy of all of my classmates and get a lot of compliments on the look of the machine also!

Robin Gallagher on Mon, 11th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Love it!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am thrilled with this purchase. It was exactly what I was looking for. This was purchased so that I would have a computer to take with me on trips. I post a daily Blog that includes pictures. The computer has an SD slot so that I was easily and quickly able to update my photos to publish to my Blog. I have a business that requires that I check email on a daily basis so I was able to easily able to take care of business. It is very light and I was easily able to carry it in my backpack and with the long battery life I was able to pack the power cord in my checked luggage so that I didn’t have to carry the additional weight.

Because of the small screen size and the small keyboard I would not want this as my only computer but to have for travel, it’s perfect.

James A. Chumley on Mon, 11th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Acer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
What I wanted…as expected. A compact, easy to use notebook. Priced reasonably and a consumer review magazine rated it slightly higher than the newer model.

Kathleen Bergmann on Wed, 13th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Awesome Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I absolutely loved my Acer Netbook. So much, that since its been stolen, I’m going to buy another one. It had a long lasting battery, was light weight, and fit into every bag I own. They keyboard felt right, never cramped. And with all the storage space, uploading pictures using the built in memory card slot, was never an issue.

Dwayne A. Nash on Fri, 15th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



this computer does not work. has harddrive problems & will not bootup.
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I have tried to contact customer service for this netbook. I was only able to use if for two weeks until the harddrive burned out on me. I would like to return the product, but cannot reach customer service.

Mary from NY on Sat, 16th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



we love this netbook!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is exactly what we needed as we travel standby which we means we are checking flights often. The laptop we were carrying was so heavy and this is so lightweight! It has functioned perfectly, easy to operate. It is exactly what we needed. It has performed to our expectations and more.

J. Norton on Sun, 17th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Fantastic buy
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this back in May and I haven’t had a single problem. I put the Windows 7 RC on it within two days of purchasing the machine and media playback improved. When I added an additional gig of ram for 25 dollars, it was even better.

Now, I’m typing this review on the Acer, am perfectly comfortable with the keyboard at this point, and it’s running Windows 7 premium. Even BETTER.

It’s great. I keep it in the living room, it’s easier to use and has a bit more versatility than my iPhone for using the internet, watching videos, etc.

By no means would I be happy if this were my only computer, but as an extra internet/media playback device, it’s fantastic. It can multitasking surprisingly well, it’s battery power is remarkable, and if I were one to run around using the internet at Starbucks and cafes, now that I have this, I couldn’t imagine lugging a full sized laptop around.

Thrilled with the purchase.

Michael J. Lafavore on Mon, 18th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



When it breaks–and it will–get ready for customer service hell
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
Many of the reviews here are from new users of this computer. Before you buy one, however, Google “Acer customer service problems” and you’ll get an idea (actually hundreds of ideas) of what you are in for. Make no mistake, your Acer Aspire will break. Mine has twice in 10 months and as you’ll see I’m not alone. Acer’s customer service is a nightmare and there is a very good chance they will not honor your warranty. They are very difficult to reach by phone and there is no way to escalate claims. My bottom line advice: avoid this and all Acer computers. But don’t take my word for it, just do a few minutes of online research before pulling out your credit card.

Kenneth J. Giljam on Tue, 19th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



much more than I thought
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The Aspire is a real surprise !

It can do much more than I expected ! My wife loves it – I got it for her to replace her Sony ! I was hesitant at first but after she tried it there was no way to get it away from her! I have a “happy cook” again !

B. Hendrick on Thu, 21st Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Most bang for buck
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I saw this same netbook “On Sale” for 3 dollars more at a local store. It only had the

3 cell battery. This one has the 6 so it lasts a good long time. That was my main reason for buying it here. I already new this machine was a good price for the money as long as

you get the 6 cell battery. If you can get the 3 cell at a really good price (ie <250) then

thats ok.

F. Kloster on Fri, 22nd Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Outstanding Product – Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
We have been years trying to decide whether to buy a laptop. When we saw the HP notebook we got much closer and then we saw the ACER…the same thing for less! I have been using ours almost daily. It is so nice to sit with my wife in the evenings and either research on the net or watch a movie on it or just write a letter while she does something else. It was so easy to set up opens quickly everything I had hoped. We have not had the opportunity to exercise the wireless capability away from our home signal yet so can not comment on that. The only thing I wish is that there was more volume from the speakers. We are both 62 and the hearing is not what it used to be. Great product. At least for the 1st 30 days! Only drained the battery once and it exceeded the 6.5 hour limit. I would not go without my desktop but this product is an outstanding addition.

Fred

Jones on Sat, 23rd Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Touch pad does not work
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
This is the second Acer Netbook that I bought so far. The first one was from [...] and the screen had some issues. Than I bought another one from Amazon and now the touch pad is not working well. I bought it one month ago.

Happy Frog on Sun, 24th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



I love it.
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Even i rated 4 i still like the Acer. The only thing I don’t like about is the touch pad and the left and right click. It’s kind of annoying, but everything else is great.

Craig A. Sanderson on Sun, 24th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Great little machine
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Screen size takes a little getting used to, but the portability and keyboard are fun and easy to use. Ideal for checking email and basic surfing. Consider as an alternative to a crackberry rather than a substitute for a PC or MAC.

PH on Tue, 26th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



it’s ok.
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
Of the 3 Asprie Ones I have purchased this is the first one in Windows XP. (others were the far superior linux) The little net books are ultra portable and Acer makes a fairly decent product. Here are my thoughts:

Cons:

#1-It runs the worst operating system EVER! (windows)

#2-The poor little processor gets bogged down a bit with all the silly windows updates.

#3-Anti-Virus is a must! of course that means bogging down the little computer with even more silly updates and system scans.

#4-did I mention it runs windows. ugh! what happened to the Linux ones?

#5-The track pad is a tricky little bugger and it takes a lot of getting used to.It’s best to purchase an extra USB mouse to use.

#6- it runs windows

#7- watching full screen movies pushes the processor to its limits. The movie and audio can skip a bit.

#8-tiny netbook = tiny wi-fi antennae.expect degraded wifi performance.

#9- windows… its yucky.and chances are good the netbook will virus crash.

Pros:

#1- cheap price, makes it expendable. Hurts less if something should happen to it.

#2- Ultra-Portable. it takes up very little valuable space in your suitcase.

#3- Extra long battery life! I used it all the way across the atlantic, watching almost 5hrs of full screen video.

#4- the screen is nice, bright, and great picture quality.

3 stars because of the windows and all the related ills that come with it. Such as viruses, endless updates, and questionable system security.All this is tasking the tiny processor. The physical hardware is good except for the track pad. I hope this helps.

C. G. Adams on Wed, 27th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Looks great!!!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I got this netbook for my eight yr. old daughter for Christmas, she has been wanting a laptop for a long time, but I couldn’t really afford one till I seen the price of this one-I think she will love opening it on Christmas morning!!!

Jessica Culp on Thu, 28th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Great little netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Would have given this a five star but there are a couple of issues.

First, for those of you who do not know, there is NO disc reader in a netbook. Luckily I found out about that and ordered one with it. Keeps it compact but if you want to install any software you’re gonna need to get an external disc reader/writer.

Secondly, the track pad sucks. It scrolls if you so much as touch the right side of the pad accidentally, and forget using the button, easier to tap the pad, but my suggestion is just to get a small mouse.

The keyboard is also small, even for someone like me with small hands, but this also keeps the unit compact, and you get used to it after a while.

All in all, it is very easy to set up and use right out of the box. And as per usual, great speed on the shipping from Amazon, even using the free shipping option. Took about a week to get to Alaska.

P. Yarber on Thu, 28th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



netbook Aspire
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
LOVE this little netbook! Exactly what I needed for internet surfing and checking email. Great to travel with! Good battery life.

T Rose on Fri, 29th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



So happy I bought a second!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My husband and I both have the option of working remotely and we were growing tired of lugging heavy laptops on roadtrips. Not only were they bulky but they’d be incredibly expensive to replace if they were lost or damaged.

Enter the Acer Aspire!

After reading the reviews I was afraid I would find the keyboard cramped and the mouse pad difficult. While neither is as comfortable as a full size laptop, I dont have a hard time transitioning from one to the other. I keep a small retractable mouse in my carrying case for extended use but I’m fine with the touch pad for logging on to check emails and such.

The Aspire is quick to start up and handles all software flawlessly. I havent loaded too many programs on it but I have the basics (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the machine flies compared to my full size laptop.

Battery life is great. I haven’t ever tested the 6.5 hour limit but I have uesd it for hours on end with no battery warnings. It recharges quickly as well. (One minor complaint is that the power cord is pretty large which I’m sure there is no way around. Just keep in mind it’s a two piece cord with brick that you’ll need to pack up if you think you’ll need to recharge or use an outlet while you’re working. It’s not something you can just stick in your pocket).

Bottom line, I found the combination of quality and convinience so good that I bought a second for my husband. We no longer have to take turns using it when we’re out of town. I keep mine in the living room for the kids to use when we’re not traveling. It’s a great size for them and I don’t worry that one slip will end up costing us several hundreds of dollars to replace (not to mention possible lost files, etc).

This is the perfect computer for people on the go and for someone who just wants a computer for internet access and occassional word processing/spreadsheet needs.

J. Coughlan on Fri, 29th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Excellent little netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
An excellent little netbook, bought for traveling instead of large notebook, all the features I want and a webcam too.

Amy Kiewlen on Fri, 29th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I love how small the netbook is, the only problem is that the screen is pretty small so it’s not a good idea to read anything long on your netbook. Also it would have been nice if it came with miscrosoft works of any year instead of a 60 day trial. It does work fast and is great for carrying around on campus. All in all it’s about a 4 out of 5.

Red Baron on Sat, 30th Jan 2010 12:00 am 



perfect for what I bought it for
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I bought this netbook primarily for writing and library research, so its compact size is perfect. It has also become my MP3 player… not QUITE as convenient as a pocket-sized player like the iPod or Zune, but sitting on the passenger seat in my car plugged into my stereo is perfect… especially if I am bringing it to work anyway to use on my lunch break.

I also bought the Acer Aspire One AOD150 10.1-Inch Netbook Executive Leather Case and Car Charger and that takes care of the fingerprint issue that others have mentioned regarding the finish of the netbook itself. The leather case also makes it feel like I am carrying around a leather bound book.Acer Aspire One AOD150 10.1-Inch Netbook Executive Leather Case and Car Charger

I have not yet bought an external disc drive, but I was able to install Office 97 by first copying the program onto an external USB hard drive and then installing onto the netbook from the USB drive. Did that with a couple other programs as well. Once I get around to buying an actual disc drive, I will install Office XP, but for now my Office 97 documents created on the netbook are compatible with Office XP on my desktop computer.

The ONE problem I had with it was that the ethernet port did not work at all. I don’t have a wireless router in my home, so if I wanted to connect to the internet I HAD to use the ethernet port… Acer was slow in being helpful. Yes, I know that they deal with customers who have a wide range of computer experience and knowledge (or lack of experience and knowledge). But while I am not an IT professional, I know enough about computers to do all of my own hardware and software upgrades myself, which they didn’t seem to understand. So, after about a MONTH of going back and forth with their online support, they finally agreed that the computer itself was not working properly and had me send it back for repairs.

James A. Hoff on Sun, 31st Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Good value for the price!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I purchased this as a second computer for consulting purposes. Sometimes it is easier to carry a small device like this into a network closet or in a small space to troubleshoot. I’m glad I made the purchase and use it as expected.

John E. Mearns II on Sun, 31st Jan 2010 12:00 am 



Tiny beast
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
After looking around for an affordable small laptop, we chose this one in comparison to the HP, Sony, or Asus models. It didn’t quite have the power of the Sony, but didn’t have the high price either. This thing really has everything a college student could need. A few colors to chose from, compact processor capable of running pretty much anything besides video games and maybe some higher end graphic modeling or CAD software, a nice 6 hour extended battery, plenty of memory and hard drive space, and nice looking monitor. Has held up well so far as was a great choice. Plus it still comes with XP instead of that crappy Vista.

LBG on Sun, 31st Jan 2010 12:00 am 



GREAT NETBOOK!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Love, Love, Love this netbook. One thing, though, you definitely want to buy a keyboard with much larger keys. My hands are small and although I maneuver well on this, I still prefer to use a keyboard and a mouse.

Mel Haas on Tue, 2nd Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Super Notebook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Very easy to live with. It is small and lightweight, but not so small as to be hard to type with. It fits easily on one leg to use. It doesn’t take up a whole lap. It gets annoyingly hot on the bottom, so needs a magazine or some other pad when there. The wireless LAN connection is built-in and works flawlessly automatically. It is plenty fast enough for easy internet use. It has a touch pad, but I use a wireless mouse instead. It would be nicer if the mouse interface was internal instead of requiring a USB chicken wing. The screen is very bright and clear. The camera/microphone works well with Skype.


Lanny White on Wed, 3rd Feb 2010 12:00 am 



A great traveler…
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer Aspire One AOD150-1920 10.1-Inch Ruby Red Netbook – 6.5 Hour Battery Life

This is a great alternative to lugging around my 15.5″ laptop. Compact (fits in my zippered portfolio with room to spare for files, pens, business cards and writing tablet), light weight, and option-loaded. Mine quickly picks up wireless in coffee shops/branch offices making for fast review and response to email just prior to scheduled meetings. Getting accustomed to the keyboard layout was all of 20 mins. effort. 6 hour battery life beats my heavier laptop by 4+ hours. The referrals were spot on! Amazon is the place to go for latest technology at a very reasonable price.

S. Reddick on Thu, 4th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



A Bit Less Than Expected
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
When we researched this item, we thought we had made an excellent choice. When it arrived, we booted up and were very disappointed in what we saw! The display screen is rather dark and difficult to see, especially in brighter lighting conditions. We thought we had just made a bad choice in selecting this netbook, however we have recently seen the same unit on display in stores and the display screen was much brighter and much more satisfactory than this one. We attempted to go to “Control Panel/INTEL GMA Driver for Mobile/color correction”, but adjustments here do not help, as changing the Gamma, Brightness, or Contrast just creates other problems and does not correct the situation. The manufacturer’s default setting works about the best, which is not good.

We have not yet contacted the manufacturer about this problem, but will attempt this very soon.

All other aspects of this netbook are very good and we are pleased with the operation, speed, and appearance of the unit.

Amazon’s service and shipping time were excvellent!

Andrea Low on Sat, 6th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



LOVE MY NETBOOK!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I love this netbook . . . I’m in college and use it for everything! I have itunes, the internet, visio, word, running on my netbook at the same time and it does just fine . .. I did upgrade the memory to 2G though. I bring this little guy with me everywhere! This is exactly what I wanted and needed. I’ve had 3 regular laptops and after using my netbook I don’t think I could ever go back! If you’re looking for something that fits in your bag, has a long battery life, looks great and is just fun . . . get this netbook! I LOVE IT!

I. Pollack on Sun, 7th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Just What I Wanted
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I was looking for something smaller, lighter, and faster to use to access email while traveling, and this fits the bill perfectly. I was using a 17 inch laptop with Vista which was a disaster. Slow to boot, and took forever to access programs. This baby has an XP operating system, boots up quickly, and runs at a nice speed. I read some of the reviews where they added memory to improve performance, but I thought I would try it out of the box before making any changes. So far, I see no need to add memory. The spped seems fine- as fast as my home desktop pc, and light years better than my Vista laptop. I would also recommend getting the 6 cell battery- it doesn’t seem to add much weight or bulk, and you get double the computing time between charges. Obviously, this is not a heavy duty computer, but for email access and light computing while traveling, it works just fine.

T. Schaefer on Tue, 9th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Great portable netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I bought this netbook to use for my business. I think it is fine for that purpose. The small screen has it’s limitations. My kids like to play games on certain web-sites and they can’t because they can’t scroll down to the buttons they need to click. I have also found that the small resolution doesn’t work on the new Yahoo format. I have to click the Classic version to view my emails while on the netbook. Along with the netbook, I bought a 2GB memory stick when I purchased the netbook which I would highly recommend. My husband installed it with no issues. The netbook connected to our wireless internet with no issues. The battery life is great. It lasts quite a while unlike my HP work laptop that I can’t unplug for more than an hour. Overall, I’m very happy with the netbook. So far, so good.

Howard G. Berlinski on Wed, 10th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



McAfee
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
the product is great but still can not get the free trial period of McAfee virus protection, keeps asking for a password???????

WillowTale on Fri, 12th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



good product for teenager
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Brought this for my daughter after her laptop started falling apart (literally falling apart). She likes it a lot. It’s a good price and so far holds up well.

KiraVanguard on Fri, 12th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Dont Buy IF you get a defective one-no exchanges at all
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I bought an acer from staples and ever since then i have had the worst problems. My brother bought one and his broke as well, the power plug no longer charged the computer. as for me i heard great things about them and assumed my brother is just hard on his laptops, but i bought one by my cousin is a computer whiz and loves them. WEll i have had it for almost one year and after a month the battery no longer held any charge and i barely even used it to begin with. it took me 5 months to get my battery back because they had me send it to the wrong address and couldnt find it therefore i did not send it in. then i got it back and my computer started beeping loudly and wont stop til i have pulled the plug and battery out. it is now oct almost a year since i bought it i have used this computer a total of 10 times and have had it beep at me the majority of the time. i bought it for class which i cant use because i am not sure if it will work for me or beep and get attention i dont want. THey dont do exchanges or refunds so im stuck with the crapest computer and have to resend it in again because they did not even check why its beeping, they just gave me a new battery again, without checking the beeping… gr. Needless to say i will continue to buy dell. they stand behind their products and fix them easily or refund/exchange. Never again.

Lisa on Sat, 13th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



love my acer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought the Acer because it was cheap and I needed something to supplement my desktop for college so i could have a portable computer. Was just expecting to use it for the internet and word processor. However, it has become more than that, and I actually like it more than my desktop sometimes.

It takes about a day to get used to typing on the smaller keyboard. I’ve had it about a month now and have had no problems. It’s great because it fits in a normal bookbag but it exceeded my expectations in terms of how much i would really use it.

My only real complaint is that the mousepad is extra sensitive and sometimes does things/goes places you don’t want it to, but it’s not that big of a deal, and I’m sure it can be adjusted.


Jason Fisher on Mon, 15th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Impressive
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Very impressed with this little netbook. The screen is clear and bright, the battery life is amazing, and it runs well.

R. Teng on Tue, 16th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Very frustrated
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
Purchased the item for my daughterand received it on October 6th, 2009. Pluggged in and attempted to turn it on after a few minutes but without any response. The Power On button lighted up right away and the hard drive was working with low pitch humming. However, no response in the monitor. Press the power off-and-on button several times it finally responded. I attempted to put in the 2G SDRAM with some difficuly then the machine stopped working. I switched the 2G SDRAM back to original 1G and press the on-and-off button numerous times it finally workied again. Attempted to install Norton 360 the machine stucked during installation. Now it literally refused to be turned on. If I am not able to use it I doubt my 8-year-old will be able to. Always trusted Acer since I am a Taiwanese but then felt so frustrated with the quality. Will return it right away and have to explained to my daugther in length. Thanks

Garleeque on Tue, 16th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One Netbook computer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Neat little computer, easy to carry. Thus far, has functioned flawlessly. We intend to use it as a back up to our desktops, and for traveling. Will fill the bill for travel perfectly, lightweight, easy to carry, yet versatile enough to do all the things we need to do while out of town. Hard drive has plenty of capacity for our needs.

People new to Netbooks should not expect the same speed of performance as with a much more powerful desktop or laptop. A Netbook is not designed to replace your current computer, it is a compact, easy to use, convenient little device to be used when you don’t want to carry your bulkier laptop with you.

All in all, the Acer is a top notch product, and the price is right.

C. S. Randas on Wed, 17th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Great Little Netbook/Price is Right!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
We’ve had the netbook for about a month. It is fun and works great. No complaints here. It is all we expected and more. Easy to trasport and although we have never had 6.5 hours we get about 5 with constant use. I highly recommend this computer. It was a birthday gift for my husband and I priced them everywhere. Amazon was the only place I could get the 6 cell battery for the same price everyone else was charging for the 3 cell. If you are looking to buy one for a Christmas gift I don’t think you will be disappointed.

R. V. Hamilton on Thu, 18th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Slow as molasses
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I purchased this machine for a class I took, and found it was too slow to be useful. When I returned home, I looked at the disk, and it had numerous files which were not Germaine to XP, and which I did not create. I’m sure this machine was previously owned, and re-packaged by the store. I contacted Acer, and paid them to ship me the original XP install disks. I re-formatted the disk, and loaded the OS on a clean disk. To my surprise, the machine was still to slow for me. Browsing the internet was painfull, and the boot time was almost 2 minutes. I decided either to sell it, or to make it work for me. I exchanged the 1GB memory for a 2GB strip; Replaced the HDD with a 32GB SSD, and formatted the disk, and loaded Ubuntu. It is now a nice machine… very usable.

Angel on Fri, 19th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Acer is excellent!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased the Acer Aspire Acer Aspire One AOD150-1920 10.1-Inch Ruby Red Netbook – 6.5 Hour Battery Life netbook a few weeks ago and absolutely love it. This was my first laptop-ish purchase, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I had read a lot of reviews and price comparisons. The Acer was at the top of many product reviews, plus the price was great. I also had an amazon gift card, which made the purchase through amazon an easy choice for me.

The Acer battery life is great! Unlike some other comparable netbooks, the Acer’s battery life is 6.5 hours. Initially, I didn’t think the battery life would be that much of a deal breaker for me, but now I am definitely glad that I went with a netbook that has longer battery life.

I love a lot of things about the Acer….the color, the battery life, the keyboard, the functionality, the quality…etc. At this point, the only minor complaint I have is that the mouse can be a little sensitive. It sometimes clicks on things before I have even realized I have clicked the mouse. Otherwise, no complaints.

I would highly recommend the Acer, especially for first time netbooks users. You will get all the features you want in a stylish netbook.

Jake on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Nice little mini laptop if you know what your buying
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I purchased this computer to use as a second laptop downstairs so I would not have to carry one up and down the steps, so this computer is not used as a power user computer.

When I was looking for something inexpensive to just do the basics I looked at several mini laptops and I finely decided on this one. I just had a friend who purchased the Toshiba mini that I liked but I did not like the fact it only had one speaker. Not that is a huge deal but I do like to watch some youtube videos and I liked this laptop because it does have two stereo speakers.

Before purchase I checked pricing and found that Amazon had the best price on this mini laptop. Matter of fact Walmart was 4 dollars higher and had only the 2.5 hour battery is one has the larger battery.

Right out of the box it was very simple to get it up and running. There not too much junk software installed. I did uninstall works, student office and the anti virus program and installed AVG anti virus, and Microsoft Office.

I already had a DVD burner to make backups of the Operating system and of the applications that are installed but did run into problems getting the DVD rom to burn the backup correctly. The solution for me was to go into properties of the DVD drive and change the setting for burning to a 4x write, and that worked just fine.

The only real thing I am not too satisfied with is the display, it’s kind of dark and when you lighten the screen it gets too shiny.

If you want a basic computer nothing fancy, and you want something light very portable than this computer might be for you. If you are a power user forget it, or a gamer.

I would like to add that it was shipped very quickly and double boxed.

J. M. Haro on Sun, 21st Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Don’t recommended
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
Don’t recommended, go with msi wind U100-432US. The chasis is made of this really cheap plastics the makes cracking noises when you lightly pussh on it. The right click button is a piece of garbage, I have to press it extremely hard for it to work. Another thing is the screen, on the right it feels like it is hollow, what I mean is every time i lift up the lid, it feels like the plastic is about to crack. It makes like a clicking sound, I know it sounds weird but it’s just how it is. As far the battery life, I get around 4 hours max, not 6.5 hrs. Another thing that sucks is not it does not support bluetooth. Shipping was great by the way. I strongly suggest you go with another netbook.

Marc on Mon, 22nd Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Great
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I got this netbook about 10 days ago primarily so I can have access to the internet and retrieve emails when away from home. It has worked perfectly. I also love the compact size.

Jeremy Staunton on Mon, 22nd Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Not too Shabby
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I purchased this for my step-son’s birthday and to my surprise it wasn’t too bad. It is small, as most netbooks are, but it uses a normal windows operating system, so it is just as easy to use as a regular PC or laptop. The only things that I didn’t like was that the battery gets too hot , its a little slower, and that you can’t double-tap on the mouspad, you have to click the left click button. Other than that is pretty good. Great for a 3rd PC.

T. Howell on Tue, 23rd Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
After customizing the Aspire to my liking (deleting previously installed items) I began to hear a high-pitched squeal and a tick-tick-tick I didn’t want to assume the worst so I muted the speakers hoping this would solve the problem…as in maybe I was just picking up interference.

The noise remained and you could hear it from a distance. Then the computer started acting really slow and sluggish so I was pretty much certain the hard disk was dying. I did a quick Google search and other customers had this problem with the Aspire, and received no help from customer service (which has very bad reviews, by the way). Needless to say I packaged it up and sent it back the next day.

I decided to give the Aspire a 3/5 rating because even though I had a bad experience I wouldn’t imagine this to be the case for everyone; it may have gotten damaged in shipping I’ll never know. The weight is wonderful and perfect for anyone who would be taking it to school which is why I originally bought it. The blue does pick up fingerprints, but that’s expected since it’s so glossy. The mousepad is a good fit. I found the left/right click to be a little hard to press down (plus I’m used to them being seperated where in this case it’s just a solid bar). The screen was very crisp and clear. Aside from a dying hard disk I didn’t feel like I would grow attached to the Aspire design overall, but it may be perfect for you. If you’re looking for something that isn’t priced too high I would also suggest looking at HP. I’ve ordered an HP Mini that is around $279 since I am more familiar with HP and know their customer service is more willing to help out.

Ruth Vaughn on Thu, 25th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Love it!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Been using this computer for about a month now and I think it’s great! The 6-hour battery life is definitely worth purchasing over the 3-hour battery. Great wireless capability.

The sound is the only thing I might change, to make it a little louder….but I wouldn’t change it by much.

Juan E. Garza on Thu, 25th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



dont like
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
this thing is underpowerd every time i watch a video online and raise the volume the video starts to freeze. also web pages slow to load i have a laptop that is over 5yrs old that is faster than this thing. im going to return it.

Deborah Stone on Fri, 26th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Just got it and I am in love already!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have read many of the reviews and some critiqued the “small” keyboard and the tiny screen. Well, all I can say is that

if you want a mini-laptop for the convenience of portability and as an adjunct to your “stay at home/office” laptop or desktop, this is the BOMB!

If you have extraordinarily large hands, it may be an issue, but I am an average female– with rather long fingers— and the keyboard is just fine.

I probably would not want a 1GB 10.1″ screen laptop primarily to run my business, but for travel and on the road, you cannot

beat this. I also don’t worry much about security since I don’t have anything stored on it that could be compromised. Most of my documents and programs I use are online, which allows me great flexibility. I can always add another GB if I want, but I don’t think I will need to.

I love the size, the light weight and the Ruby Red is gorgeous. I like the XP OS and I decided against the Asus since Linux was not compatible with Open Office Org, the FREE software I use instead of Microsoft Office.

I think this is way better than any iphone and way more useful. I have a tiny little flip-top cell phone with my directory stored in it.

With a 6.5 hour battery (and I haven’t tested this out yet), and for under $300, I am very pleased.

Pan on Sat, 27th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Excellent deal
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve been absolutely delighted with my Aspire One. I loaded it with Ubuntu Netbook Remix as soon as I got it, and everything “just worked” after I updated the BIOS on the Aspire. This little gem goes to all my meetings, to and from work, and I can use it whenever the mood strikes me without worrying about the battery running out, even with high brightness and Wi-fi always on. My one recommendation: If you plan on watching videos/Hulu/etc. on the device, go ahead and purchase the 2GB single stick of RAM (it’s like $25); you’ll want it if you want seamless video playback. Overall, and excellent product!

Carolyn Mathews on Sun, 28th Feb 2010 12:00 am 



Love this little notebook!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
If I had discovered this slick little notebook before I bought my expensive laptop, I would NOT have bought the laptop (which cost 5 times as much as this Acer). The battery life for this Acer is unbelievable; I routinely get 6 to 7 hours of use on it before I have to plug in and recharge. If I’m doing nothing but wordprocessing, I get 7+ hours of battery life. This was so simple to set up that I wondered why the desktop and laptop manufacturers couldn’t take a lesson and make their machines as easy to get up and running. I plugged in my Acer and within a minute, it had automatically found my wireless connection and I was playing away on the internet. True, the Acer doesn’t have all the bells and whistles that my Studio 1735 laptop has, but I could have done just fine with the Acer and my desktop and used the laptop money for a cruise to the Bahamas (or somewhere)! I love this thing!

G. Jacobs on Mon, 1st Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Fantastic
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have a full size laptop and I wasn’t carrying it on my business trips because it was so heavy. I went and looked at the Acer on the advice of a friend and I loved the idea. Amazon had it cheaper than anywhere I looked. I took it on my recent trip and I had my Kindle, this netbook and some other stuff in my carry on and it was less to carry than one laptop. Very glad I bought this for my birthday!!

Jeanne C. Thompson on Mon, 1st Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Love the Acer Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Love this little netbook. It is just perfect for getting my email and surfing the web since I cannot do this at work. I use it in my “woman cave” where I do all my crafting and painting.

Kerri L. McDonald on Wed, 3rd Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Great little computer!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I shopped around, read consumer reports and tried one out in person at a local store so I felt pretty informed when I made this decision. Amazon had the best price of anywhere locally and online. The 6 cell battery is a MUST! This computer outlasts my full-size laptop by hours!

Charlie Persaud on Fri, 5th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Great Buy…
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
So i just started college and i had an older laptop, also an acer, but its battery life was not very good so i started looking for a computer with a really long battery life. I saw this netbook and thought that this would be perfect so i bought it. i was only concerned ab out two things, the face that it does not have a cd burner so making a restore cd requires an external cd drive, and the second thing is that the ram was a little smaller then i would have like so i just bought a 2gb and put it in my self. I would reccomend this to anyone looking for a computer to have on the go.

H. Roach on Fri, 5th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Love at first bite
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Pros: OK, I’ve only got it today, but I LOVE it. It feels so much more comfortable than my full-sized laptop; this being something I was worried about. The keyboard is very good, and I’m sure that after a few days I won’t even notice the size. Everything is so quick and easy. Touch pad is just right. I got a wireless mouse for it that works great. I was also worried that the screen size would make working remotely difficult, but it doesn’t at all – I can even read those Excel spreadsheets, although they are small. I can’t wait to fire it up on an airplane because of the size and battery life. The bottom stays much cooler than my old laptop. And it’s very cute.

It doesn’t look like it’s built for rough treatment, but I don’t plan on treating it that way.

Cons: Both these observations apply to all netbooks

1. The screen has a lot of glare

2. Some of my online game sites display so small I can hardly read anything (the ones that can’t be scaled) and increasing the dpi doesn’t allow them to display correctly.

Because of these factors and the general small size I’ll need to give my eyes lots of breaks.


adventureseeker on Sat, 6th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



acer is a great deal for the money
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Love the size and battery life…works great..

only thing i would improve is mouse sensitivity on the left click..


J. Smith on Sun, 7th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Great little netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased the netbook primarily for mobility, so battery life was an important consideration. I consistently receive ~7hrs of battery time with a full charge, which is plenty for me. I’m not a heavy user of the netbook throughout the week, so that provides me enough juice to usually charge 1x/week.

Some other reviews indicate concerns with XP-SP3 and/or the 1gb onboard memory. For my purposes – primarily Office products and web browsing – I have zero complaints of the memory, SP3 “slowness” or anything of the sort. Additionally, I’ve had no problems with the touchpad and single, integrated button and found them both easy to use (though personally I prefer a touchpoint).

I have mine configured for dual-boot with a Linux OS and have been pleased with interoperability of the hardware between OS. I recommend the Acer Aspire One to anyone looking for a relatively inexpensive netbook with solid performance, great battery life, and a lightweight mobile platform.

One final note – though I ordered “new” mine arrived already opened direct from the manufacturer packaging, so it clearly wasn’t “new.” The OS still ran through the initial setup sequence so that was either reset to factory defaults or it had never been run. I was pleased with Amazon’s customer service that allowed me to return the product for a replacement, receive a full refund, or receive a 15% discount & keep the shipped netbook.

I. R. Wecker on Mon, 8th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One150-1920 10.1 inch – 6.5 hour battery
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have the unit for over two months and find it perfect for the use that I intended it to be. If you are looking for a responsive travel lite full functioning netbook look no further. I removed all the software that came with the machince except MS Works. I added MS office professional plus visio and antivirus and adware software currently on my desktop. The wifi reponse is extremely fast and the webcam with the addition of Skypes software is very good. No problem connecting in any hotspot. Throw in a MS Optical mouse ($20) and a Targus bag for 10-11″ netbooks ($20 at Office Depot or Amazon and you have a travelling office at three pounds.

D. Adams on Tue, 9th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Fun little machine with some quirks
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
A few months ago I purchased a D250 and kept it for a week or two. It was nice and all, but the 3-cell battery just didn’t cut it for me and I wasn’t too pleased with the performance. Well since my old laptop died, I figured I’d give Acer’s D150 a shot since it was offered with the 6-cell battery for the same price as the D250.

Build – The build quality of this lil thing is quite nice. Everything feels very solid. Nothing rattles, nothing bends or flexes. The keyboard has a nice feel to it, and is quite easy to type on considering how large my hands are. Really my only complaint is with the mouse button. It’s a bit difficult to press, and mine tends to move a little making clicky sounds before the button’s actually pressed. Nothing major though.

Video – The screen is nice and bright, but lacks contrast. I’m thinking I read somewhere this screen was tested and was around 200:1. Regardless, the screen’s easy to read under most any lighting conditions. The dimmest setting still isn’t too dim, but not too bright for very dark rooms. Resolution is fair. Anything higher would yield tiny letters, but items can seem a bit cramped. Oh yes, and the little webcam. All in all it’s plenty for video chats. I can tell a difference between it and my old 1.3MP in my Dell, but nothing major. Heck most of the quality is lost anyway from compression and such.

Audio – Speaker placement is the problem here. Honestly the speakers don’t sound bad and can be quite loud. The problem is they are under the front. Using the netbook on a table, the sound’s pretty good. However, using it on your lap or anything that may cover the speakers and you lose almost all the sound… I’ve not tried a micrphone connected to it, but I will say I’m a little disappointed with the built-in mic. With the volume maxed out, I could still hardly be heard. Hopefully, it was user error…

Ports – Nice array of ports. 3 USB, VGA, network, card reader, headphone and mic. HDMI would have been nice, but not expected in this price range. Card reader is nice, but I find it very difficult to insert cards. They sit flush with the side (nice if you don’t plan on removing it) and the spring is very stiff. Also, because it’s a multi card reader, some cards get hung on parts inside and must be jiggled around to slide in correctly. Maybe things will wear down over time…

Performance – My particular netbook came with a N280 running at 1.66GHz. I have also installed 2GB of RAM in it and reloaded it with Ubuntu 9.04 and Windows XP Pro. All in all the system’s rather peppy. For basic typing and web surfing, it’s wonderful. It’s real downfall is with flash videos and such. HD videos on youtube simply kill this thing. But don’t think it can’t handle other HD videos, just ones playing through flash-based players are too much. Something such as a divx encoded video is fine.

Heat – With small size comes less heat distribution. Even under light usage, the fan is on pretty much constantly. It’s not that bad, but I do wish it were silent. As for heat, again, normal usage it’s not bad at all. The left side can get a little warm, but it’s primarilly the bottom. The keyboard and tiny palm rest stays pretty cool. Though start playing too many flash video and you got yourself quite the hand warmer.

Battery – With the extended battery, I can get over 4 hours without a problem. I’ve not done any offical tests, but I’d expect it could do 5 hours on a full charge, keeping away from videos and such.

All in all, it’s a fun little laptop to have. My only real concern I suppose is, again, with flash based items. These little Atom processors simply can’t keep up with what websites are displaying now-of-days. And I don’t just mean video sites. Check most any car manufacturer’s site and it’s one big flash file. And of course banners and such (though adblock helps with those). But aside from being future proof, it’s fun to have around and type on.

– EDIT on 09/26/09 –

The laptop’s been running wonderfully. My only real complaints are it’s difficulties running some higher resolution videos, but that was pretty much expected. HOWEVER, I have run into a minor problem. Today I noticed my right shift key was jammed. If feels as if something’s under it, but I have checked and it’s clean. Being so new I’d rather not pop the key off and risk damaging it more, so I contacted Amazon and arranged an exchange/replacement. I hope it’s just a little fluke because I have been very meticulous about this machine…

T. Kubala on Tue, 9th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Really love this Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this netbook because it was small and easy to transport, and because it had Windows XP on it and not the resource hog Vista. I also chose it for the 3 USB ports it had which I love since I live in an area that does not have broadband or Wifi…..but I have to use a USB Verizon Air Card for my internet connection. I can also use the other two USB ports for my printer and my external USB DVD reader/writer.

The computer came with a little software on it, like a 60 day trial of Office Student 2007. I have Office Professional 2003 on my HP Pavilion so I also put it on the Acer so both machines could be compatible as individual computers not networked together. I prefer it that way. Besides I also prefer the Office Professional 2003 version. It came with McAfee virus protection which I removed immediately and replaced with my Kaspersky Internet Security package (prefer that to McAfee or Norton).

So far everything has worked like a champ on it and I just love it. Any and all software that was on my HP works on it so far. My LaCie external hard drive allows me to move my files from one machine to another as I see fit (since I don’t want everything that is on my HP to be on the laptop). The LaCie external hard drive works great with the Acer, as does the HP printer I have, and the Samsung external Slim USB DVD-W Drive. Although it only has a 10 inch screen, the picture is extremely crisp and readable. The battery recharges very fast once you use the machine with the power supply. If I had one wish for something special with the machine it would be a firewire connection to use with my LaCie rather than having to rely on the USB. The USB works great but so much slower than the FireWire. But for the price I guess you can’t have everything on your wish list.

Great machine for a little price. If you are like me and don’t care to tote around big laptops, this one fits nicely in my Briefcase and I’m off.

Bob Crispen on Wed, 10th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



An ideal netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Lots of disc space, lightweight, cool running, pretty good builtin cam and mic, WinXP not Vista (yay), accepts USB drives and mouse easily. Runs my favorite apps with no problems. Cruftware that comes with it easy to uninstall. Quibble: sound is a little anemic; I expect to cure that with some headphones. I wouldn’t use it for heavy software development or 3D modeling, but it does exactly what it’s supposed to.

Roger Belanger on Fri, 12th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



very disappointed
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I had this computer for 30 days and then returned it. What a struggle trying to get it to work properly. This computer constantly resets to the lowest resolution. It allows me to reset to higher resolution maybe 1 out of 20 attempts. When it gets the settings right, I create a restore point. When the settings go back to low res, I use restore point, which may or may not work. The restore points I create disappear. Many times I had to start the computer from safe mode. I have used safe mode 5 times more in three weeks than in the previous 15 years.

I did not buy this computer to return it. I wanted this computer. I kept thinking that I had it finally fixed, but the next day it would screw up again. My son, who knows much more about computers than I do, urged to to return it within days of my having received it.

I have been using computers for many years and have never had such a bad experience with one. One time, it when to a black screen. I usesd another computer to find out how to reinstall the display driver from safe mode. 50% of the time, when the computer restarts or gets turned on, the settings have changed. It is a lemon.

Michael Reif on Sun, 14th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Great convenience
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Once you get used to the small size, this is a fast, capable and convenient little device. It has great battery life and my only complaint is the “stiffness” of the left and right touch-pad buttons. [...]! Hard to believe that Acer released it like that – it’s an ergonomic disgrace.

Barbara Forrest on Mon, 15th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Perfect for traveling
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I needed something small, light and with a larger HD than my old laptop. This fit the bill exactly. I have all my business software loaded, and it is large enough to handle that and my non-business software too. Keyboard is small, but large enough to type comfortably. The only thing i would change is that i would have liked to see it bundled with an external CD drive.

Shanna Raper on Tue, 16th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Love this little machine!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I take this thing everywhere. It’s so portable and easy to use. I’ve had it a few months now, and love it. Smooth connection to all hotspots… church, school, fast food joints, hospital… It’s so easy to connect. And way fast! The 6-cell battery adds a little weight but very worth it. Also, I wouldn’t go below a 10 inch screen. I get a lot of compliments about this machine wherever I go.

BWB on Thu, 18th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



My New Toy…
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
…is what I call my little blue Acer Aspire One. I love it! I travel stand-by alot and thought this would be perfect to check available seats when at the airport. So my primary reason for purchasing the Acer is the build-in wi-fi and the weight. I have not traveled since I got the Acer, but will be going somewhere in a few weeks, and can’t wait to test it out on the road. In the meantime, my blue baby is in my bag everywhere I go… looking for “free wi-fi” signs.

Melanie Tennyson on Fri, 19th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Awesome deal, awesome prodiuct!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I love my Acer Aspire!!! It has been nothing but wonderful. Cheap and meets all of my needs as a college student. :>

Paul Curry on Fri, 19th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Mover and Shaker
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This has allowed me to travel lighter and that means I take it with me more often. Getting a few last minute emails off before trip while waiting at the airport allows more down time when I arrive at my destination. Being able to log on while sitting by the pool helps keep my clients in the know.

John Stampfl on Sat, 20th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Wireless is erratic
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
The Acer Aspire One has problems with wireless connectivity. Search the web for “aspire one wireless problems”.

Be sure you like a very glossy screen.

G. lamontagne on Sun, 21st Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Beware Of Display Problems
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I purchased this netbook (Aspire One 10.1) back in March of 2009.

It has worked flawlessly (the computing end of it) since then and continues to do so,

But it seems that Acer has not solved the one major problem that plagues their portable computers, their displays are junk. After 219 hours of use the display, without any provocation on my part developed a single vertical line right smack down the middle of it.

It’s about a pixel wide and runs from the top right to the bottom and is more prevalent

under certain color conditions.

After this problem developed I did a little research and found it’s a problem Acer has had

not only with this model but many of their others.

Here’s the kicker though, Acer does not acknowledge the problem and when I tried to have the problems fixed under their warranty they to me it was my fault and that this ploblem was not covered.

I purchased my first computer in 1982, a TRS80 and have many from then till now, although I love this little computer I will never buy another Acer nor would I recommend it to anyone, mostly because their customer service %$^%^$#.

Kiernan Holland on Mon, 22nd Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Dual Boot XP and Ubuntu Studio on this jigger
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this for 360 dollars a year ago, I use it in spots where I have my notebook computer already dedicated to a task but need an additional computer to go watch something on hulu, msnbc, cnn, or pbs to entertain me while I’m waiting on my main machine(s).

Mine has a 120GB HDD with 1.5GB of RAM (the maximum that can be installed). I have it Dual Booted for Windows XP and Ubuntu Studio Linux.

Ubuntu Studio is an open source (= free, zero cost) distribution of Ubuntu Linux that comes with about 20 audio production tools (including Ardour HD Recording, ZynAddSubFx “Mega Synth”, Hydrogen Drum Machine, JACK Virtual Patch Bay, Rosegarden MIDI capable Music Composition and Authoring tool), 10 graphics tools including GIMP (Photoshop Clone), and about 5 video tools (including Kino). And as with all versions of Ubuntu, comes with Sun’s Open Office which is a free alternative to Microsoft Office, complete with Adobe PDF generation.

If you need demonstrations of Ubuntu Studio, perform a search on youtube for “Ubuntu Studio” and “rofthorax”, that’s my user account. I have a few demonstrations of me collecting drum patterns from a Yamaha YPT-300 keyboard to a Acer Aspire One, and use the Acer Aspire One as a DSP effects unit for my music listening. I’ve also demonstrated, off camera, the use of Rosegarden to play midi files through Fluidsynth (Wavetable Sound Card Emulator), into Jack Rack (DSP Effects).

In Windows XP I’ve used the Acer Aspire One to collect NTSC quality video from a VCR with a USB Video Card. I’ve installed and used one of the many 5.1 USB sound cards available on EBAY for 24 dollars, something I demonstrate on my youtube account. I’ve installed Battlefield 1942 on it, it gets about 10 frames per second (not stellar, but possible). I’ve also played the Indie Video Game “GISH” and “Future Pinball” in WINE on the Ubuntu Side.

Pretty much anything you can do with Windows or Ubuntu Linux on other machines, you can do with this Acer Aspire, but at half the size of a laptop, which makes it easy to tote, and pull out when needed. So whether you are a english student, a rock star or a operating systems programmer, the Acer Aspire is a practical solution to your needs.


Marva Webster-rue on Tue, 23rd Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Can’t Do Without It
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I use this little Acer daily. I have another great Dell that I just upgraded but find myself gravitating to the Acer. It is fast and the resolution is great. The built in webcam is adequate. Very lightweight and A-1 for travel. So easy to slip into a bag or purse or backpack. Highly recommend this speedy little notebook.

K. SHEN on Tue, 23rd Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Very good netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Bought it for my wife as a gift. Used for browsing Internet and handling general office work. Fast and excellent battery.

William B. Dwinnell IV on Thu, 25th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



An Excellent Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is my first netbook, though I am a long-time computer user with much experience on a variety of laptops.

In short, we have been delighted with this purchase.

Good:

- Hard-drive space (160GB) is ample.

- Network performance (wired and wireless) is excellent.

- Processor speed is adequate: It is, after all, a netbook, not a notebook computer.

- Size is very compact and weight is light: This is very easy to tote around in a book bag.

- There are several USB ports, and they are on both sides of the computer.

- Battery life and charge time are very good.

“Bad” (mainly a function of the size of this computer). If any of these were improved, the computer would necessarily become larger (and, consequently, less portable):

- Keyboard is a bit small.

- Screen real estate is a bit tight.

- No optical drive. (Again, this is a netbook not a notebook.)

Beyond size-related issues, my remaining two complaints are easily addressed by a capable computer user:

- Junky “free” software which clutters the system.

- This is a matter of taste, but the mouse control by default has an annoying scrolling function which needs to be turned off.

In addition to several months of frequent use, we trucked this little marvel across several countries in Europe, over several weeks, using it to back up and edit our vacation photographs and transmit them to on-line galleries each day. It has performed like a champ, was easily portable and I would highly recommend it.


Silvia M. S. Pereira on Fri, 26th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Good purchase
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great product. Very fast and convinience. Battery lasts about 6hous, very good performance at a very good price.

A. WESTPHAL on Sat, 27th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire one AOD150-1920
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I bought this for my wife after having our first baby together, She really likes it, the size and portability is perfect for her. I on the other hand have used it a couple of times and its a little too small for my taste. I also don’t like the way some fonts run over on top of each other, maybe this is a fixable problem but a new computer shouldn’t have these issues. I feel the screen size is too small so surfing the web is a little problematic for me. I also didn’t care for the scrolling ability and the speed is also an issue for me.

HBPunisher

J. Clardy on Mon, 29th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



Netbook is the Answer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have never been so pleased with any tech device. It is lightweight and easy to use. It is unbelievable how many people want one after seeing and using mine. One of the best things I ever purchased for myself!

G. Farris on Tue, 30th Mar 2010 12:00 am 



A lot of computer for a lot of money
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The main reason I bought this computer is the overall size and weight. It is perfect for travel and vacations. This is actually the second netbook we have bought this year for a family member and I am pleased with the functionally of this series of laptops. The 160gig hard drive allows more than enough storage for all of the programs, pictures, and files that we use. The processor is fast enough for anything We would do on a mobile computer, internet, games, view photos from a flash drive, or, from the memory card from a camera. It has a reasonable range for picking up an internet connection. The 6 cell battery does last over 5+ hours.

Note, if you think you will never need a CD, or, DVD burner with this computer, guess again. There is a popup screen that allows you to record a full restore disk and it shows up every time you start the computer to remind you to make one. I was able to load programs on this computer thru the network from my main desktop computer, however, I was not able to use the remote cd/dvd burner to make the restore disk. You will need a external CD/DVD burner to do that. All in all, it may be a bit pricy, but, it is a great little computer and I am not sorry I bought it.

S. Benoun on Thu, 1st Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Portable Access!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This Acer 10″ netbook is extremely portable, has a decent battery life and does everything my 15″ laptop does.

Michael A. D'elia Jr. on Fri, 2nd Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am really please with the purchace of my Acer Netbook. It arrived securely packages within one of orderig it. It is a very easy to set up and operate piece of equipment.

Thanks agian,

Mike D’Elia

J. Willis on Sat, 3rd Apr 2010 12:00 am 



A good package
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Bought this computer to take with us on our travels. It is very nice and easy to use. some places going on line with WII is free, some places they charge, but have used in different countries and it works fine. Does what we purchased it for. Great battery life too.

Phillip C. Porter on Sun, 4th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Misleading
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
The ad implies that the Acer Aspire One comes with Windows Home Edition 2007. Only upon receiving are you informed that you only get a 60 day free trail and then you must purchase for $$$.

Cheryl H. Ryan on Mon, 5th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I purchased the Aspire One mostly for use on the internet and also for photos. I did purchase the 6.5 hour battery and that is the best part about this netbook. I also purchased a Samsung DVD RW drive. I’m very pleased with that

I’m a little less than happy with the Aspire One as it’s very slow which is something I wanted to avoid. If you are planning on purchasing the Aspire One it will end up costing a lot more than you might think. It will be necessary to purchase the extra memory as well as the larger battery and also the portable drive. Those three items drive up the cost. You also will have to purchase any software that you may need ie: virus protection, microsoft word or office just to start.

If you’re a mac person and think the aspire one is an inexpensive alternative to a new macbook think again…in the long run it will probably cost more.

That all said; if you simply want a computer to just check email on the road maybe this will be the computer for you. Just be sure to figure in all the costs.

hippo on Mon, 5th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



lightweight, low-quality netbook with bad technical support
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
After some research, I chose this netbook because of the sizable keyboard, relatively long battery life, and relatively large screen. It is quite light, and with 1 GB RAM pre-installed, the speed is okay for internet browsing. Mentioned by others on the internet, the touchpad is a bit hard to use; the buttons are stiff, and the touch pad is not so sensitive. The unit seems to have a difficult time connecting to the wireless after coming back from the standby mode. It takes a couple of minutes to reconnect, and sometimes the reconnection fails. I have to disable the wireless card and enable it again. For a netbook, I expect the wireless connection should be a piece of cake.

The main reason I gave only 2 stars is my disappointment by the quality of the netbook and the customer service. A few days after using it, the keyboard started malfunctioning. Letters repeated themselves indefinitely after the keys were pressed, as if the keys were held down. Later, the keyboard stopped responding. The unit was sent back three times for repair, after many troubleshooting email exchange and phone calls to the India call center. The keyboard was replaced each time, but the problem was still there. I insisted on getting a replacement for this lemon, but I was told Acer did not have the lemon policy. Finally, I was connected to the US repair center, and the person, who was apparently knowledgeable about repair, took good notes of the problem. The netbook was sent back one more time, and after 2 weeks the unit was back and functioned properly.

In my opinion, it should not take four attempts and many many calls to get something fixed. the person in the US repair center I spoke with explained that most of the time the repairmen follow standard “troubleshooting” procedures. They don’t have the knowledge to deal with unusual problems like mine. Apparently when my unit was sent back the second and third time, the repairmen did not bother to bring the problems to more knowledgeable people, but rather followed the standard procedure. It was me who brought the problems to the more experienced people, which I am not impressed at all.

I would not recommend this product.

Kathy A. Pippig on Mon, 5th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



A Shocker, Truly
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have been a die-hard Mac person, for years. My iBook’s hard drive died unexpectedly and suddenly and I was hard-pressed to come up with a computer I could start using quickly and with ease. I also had to find a computer which was affordable, on short notice (in other words, I didn’t have the time to save enough money to get a new Mac laptop, nor did I feel like taking out a loan). A friend recommended 2 or 3 different brands, this being one. After doing some research I settled on this Netbook. I am so pleased! Really, I never thought I would “cross-over” to the PC-side, but I have–though I haven’t informed my die-hard Mac using family…ssshhhhh

Battery life is astounding! Speed is as fast as or faster than a speeding bullet. Construction seems sturdy, as well as visually pleasing. The software package is more than I had expected and the ease of use is a relief. The small size is convenient–In many ways, this little computer is a bonus, and a smile-maker. I still can’t believe what I’ve been missing… Macs are great, but in this time of economic blight, Macs do not avail themselves to the American pocketbook.

J. Beehner on Wed, 7th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Great computer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Bought this for my girlfriend and she loves it. We were both skeptical because we felt like Acer was kind of a “brand X” vs. HP, Dell, Samsung… but the reviews on Amazon were key to us giving it a try… and as usual the reviews didn’t lie. She loves the way you can use your camera flash card in the computer and istantly share/see pictures. No dealing with chords and such.

Bill on Thu, 8th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Other than the speed, this is a great computer
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
We bought this as an extra computer to supplement our desktop which is what we use mainly. Because we were going to be moving it around the house and traveling with it we wanted it to be light. Well, it sure is. We love the size. I was a little worried about the small key board, but it is not bad once you get used to it. The touch screen has some features like the ability to expand or contract the screen using two fingers (like an Iphone) that is pretty cool, but we didn’t know about it at first and could figure out what was going on. The battery life is great, ususally seven hours or more. Another thing that I thought might be a problem is the screen size, but I have not had any problems with it. It is quite sharp and clear.

The only problem, and it is significant, is that it can be really, really sloooww – enough that I knocked two stars off. I did a search and found that this is a problem for a lot of people. There were a couple of tweeks you can do to speed it up, including deleting a lot of the “bloatware” that is preloaded and all unnecessary programs and adjusting the power settings. That helps, but it is still slower than any laptop that I’ve used.

For the money, this is still a worth while purchase; however, if it were a little faster, it would have been a great one.

Antonio A. Prado on Fri, 9th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Great battery life, second Acer netbook purchase
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Even without the extended eight-hour battery that the early buyers received, the battery life is great. I’ve gotten as long as 6.5 hours or more, and usually get at least 5.5 hours. It will vary according to how bright you set your screen, how much you access hard drive and other activities. If you are not needing Wi-Fi, you can turn it off with the switch in front and get longer life.

This is my second Acer purchase, the first being the smaller (I believe it is 8.5 inches or 9) screen earlier blue model. Both are great.

This version for some reason doesn’t have as many issues with returning from hibernation and seems faster than the first.

But both are great for my graduate-school work, with intense paper writing and Net-based research.

I do like that the button bar for the touch pad is in the front this time versus the sides.

For the price, this is a great value.

Joey Slater on Sat, 10th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One 10.1″
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Electronica Direct was very quick about shipping my Acer Aspire One 10.1″. Within one day, UPS had already picked it up and had it delivered on the second day. Electronica Direct and UPS were both very fast, and I am happy with both of the companies. As a full-time college student, I needed something small and portable so I bought the Acer Aspire One 10.1″. I do recommend buying the Logitech VX Nano cordless laser mouse with your laptop. The USB connector is the smallest in the world and helps with extra mobility. Overall my experience has been great!

Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks (Black)

Acer Aspire One AOD150-1577 10.1-Inch Diamond Black Netbook – 6.5 Hour Battery Life

Carlos Cedeno Davila on Sat, 10th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Good
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The netbook works perfect, is a good computer for travel. The only thing that I dislike is that it does not come with bluetooth. Too bad.

RBB on Mon, 12th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Wife Likes it
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Bought for my wife. I would say the keys are too small for a man…but one can adapt if this is your primary PC. But my wife overall likes it – rather use the Acer than her IBM Laptop in her office upstairs away from everything. She uses it mostly for email and internet and lookups. Long battery life. Good buy for $299.

Ed Capogreco on Tue, 13th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Mighty Little Machine.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is my first laptop. I’ve used it for about 60 days.It is a lot more than I expected. Usually, if a product delivers half that advertised, I am satisfied. This little sucker has features and performance to spare… compared to my desktop I’ve updated throughout it’s 12 year life. My Acer flat panel desktop monitor shot craps a few days after the Aspire One arrived. It’s still out for warranty repair. I hooked this little gem up to our new Sharp 42″ Aquos LCD HDTV. AMAZING!!! Added Logitech wireless mouse and keyboard, and a HP 555 external DVD drive. I can sit across the room on the couch and use it like a desktop… only better. I can copy a movie DVD onto a SD memory card in 4-5 minutes, and watch the video from the SD card. Very little wear on the DVD drive that way. I think I can die now. Life just can’t get better. I will have to give up the TV when my monitor gets back from Acer repair. The wife wants the TV back. Maybe she will let me share. I could go on and on, but I think you get the idea. Forgot to mention… she has her own Acer netbook.

Asuncion M. Ferrer on Wed, 14th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Discrimination!!
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I am an American Citizen living in Venezuela. I work as a certified translator for a living. I bought this little gadget to get quality of life so I can work in the yard or at the beach or while travelling. So, I thought that I would take advantage of the 60-day Microsoft Office 2007 trial and then purchase the product if I liked it; otherwise, I would purchase Office Professional. I tried requesting the License Key in order to activate the product and it would not let me because I live in Venezuela. My mind boggles. I am really angry at this and this is the reason I gave it two stars.

I was very happy when I got my Acer Aspire One and found it to be a beautiful computer. However, I cannot use it until I get the Office 2007 Software I got from Amazon. I feel cheated by Acer or by Microsoft or both.

So, if you live outside the US, “caveat emptor”.

Marilyn Z. Key on Thu, 15th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Love it!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great little asset to my traveling life!

No problems—so far—-great product!

D. Chambers on Fri, 16th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



acer Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great travel laptop. The only thing I didn’t care for was the touch pad. But I bypassed that with a wireless mouse. I even have an external cd/dvd I can plug in. So I am considering selling my big laptop, may not need it anymore….

D. Chambers on Fri, 16th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



acer Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great travel laptop. The only thing I didn’t care for was the touch pad. But I bypassed that with a wireless mouse. I even have an external cd/dvd I can plug in. So I am considering selling my big laptop, may not need it anymore….

Robert Rostick on Sat, 17th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Acer 10″ netbook Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This netbook is light and convenient. I bought it for my 9 year old daughter and ended up using it for myself. I am a photographer and the Acer netbook fits well with travel and downloads of my images. Amazon delivered on time as promised. This order was a great

experience

Lauren Smith on Sun, 18th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Great Purchase
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
We bought this netbook for our daughter who is going to college. We thought it would be easy for her to carry around and we also purchased a 19″ monitor and wireless keyboard/mouse for her to leave on desk in the dorm. It’s awesome. Everything together was somewhere around $550., great value. Battery life is great. You just have to get used to “Cloud Computing”..no disc drive etc. With drop i/o accounts and photobucket and downloads there are no problems

Anonymous on Mon, 19th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Great netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I recived this laptop for my birthday a few days ago. This is my first laptop and so far I am very happy with it. The keyboard is a little small but it only took a day for me to get used to it. All of the keys are in the right spots which makes typing a lot easier. The camrea and microphone work great video chating is very easy to do and lots of fun. This netbook has a lot of space it has 160GB of memory and it comes with 1 GB of RAM. I upgraded mine to 2GB very easily. It comes with MS Works which is very useful. I use this computer for school work and I’ve had no trobule with MS Works. The processor is small but still works very well. The touchpad takes a while to get used to. The buttons are a little hard to press but get easier the more you use them. I’ve setup the touchpad to scroll up and down the screen if i slide my finger up and down on the right side of the touchpad. This netbook is very usefull for Video Chating abd doing school work. Its light weight makes it very easy to carry around and the battery lasts for 6 to 8 hours on a single charge. I no a few people have complained about the screen being to fragile. I really don’t know how strong it is so I just avoid touching it. I’ve heard that the cusstomer service is bad but scince I’ve had no problems I don’t know. Occasionally the computer tells you that you need to get disks and backup the computer. Scince there is no optical drive you have to buy one seperate. Once you get an optical drive you can also watch movies. The Windows XP that the computer comes with I like. Scince the screen is small I set up the task bar to only appear when i put the mouse at the bottom of the screen. This is a great first laptop and I would recomend it to anyone.

user on Mon, 19th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



nice little laptop
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a nice little package – it has given me no problems – all programs have installed without a problem – and all usb hardware was also recognized with no problems (hp 8gig flash drive, Iomega 320 gig removable hard drive, Samsung DVD drive). The screen graphics are good – the sound is however weak – but then again if you want better speakers than you will need to pay more than $345 – or get a docking station or other speaker set – I am staying with 5 stars since I do not think you can get it all for such a low price. The battery in the one I got was the 6.5 hour one – I noticed that the tracking icon in the taskbar jumped around a little showing 7 hours at one point and 5.5 at another – have not taken it to the end point but I think it is probably accurate enough.

JC on Wed, 21st Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Broken on Arrival
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
Unfortunately the notebook received did not work on arrival. The battery would not charge. It would not turn on even when power plug was used. Amazon did accept it back on a return with full refund–as documented via email response but that has not yet credited to my account. (They did expedite this in a timely manner assuming they refund goes through.) Opted for refund vs replacement.

M. Kurapati on Thu, 22nd Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Untested Chinese made, bulk laptops
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I like this laptop when I got it. A week after, I have issues with power adapter. I googled, and all I can see is people having some or other issues with Acer Aspire Ones. They have very poor quality of laptops, untested bulk sales of crappy machines. Their Customer Service is even pathetic. No phone number on their website to start with. I googled and found a number, but after 4 calls, no one sensible.

Couple of other things:

1. Keyboard is too small, although my fingers are small, I can’t type like a normal keyboard. Its not a full keyboard. Up/down arrow, u need to literally located them.

2. RAM is hard to upgrade, u literally have to ripoff the whole system, and void the warranty to upgrade it.

J. MAXEY on Fri, 23rd Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Aspire Review
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Product has performed to better than thought. The only things I wished it had would be a S-Video port. Its light and very powerable little notebook that I use both at work and at home. Would recommend to anyone on the go and also the 6-cell battery for its great battery life.

J. A. Eatley on Sat, 24th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Awesome PC
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This computer is awesome for mobile computing. Its about the size of a dayplanner and with the cover I bought it does so even more. Its got great battery life. I don’t really have any complaints except for some slowness in surfing the internet.

K. A. Norris on Mon, 26th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Great Little Acer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have been very happy with my recent purchase of the Acer Netbook. So far it has done everything I have asked of it. I really purchased it to use when traveling and have yet to use it that way. But it is great to have by my side in the evenings when I want to look up something or send off a quick email when I don’t want to fire up the desktop.

I did buy an external DVD/CD drive in order to load programs and watch movies, etc. I have also purchased a car charger so that we can use it as a GPS mapping device. So far everything has worked perfectly.

Cajie B on Tue, 27th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Excellent Value for Money
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I got this for my son to take to school. For whatever reason, the school chose this netbook as the “preferred” laptop so I picked up the white one. The battery lasts more than 6 hours so he can take it to school without a charger.

I also own a EEEPC 1000H and find it’s right shift key very annoying. Acer did the keyboard the way it should be.


Lawrence G. Shore on Wed, 28th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Medical use for netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
We purchased this netbook to allow our back office medical assistant to enter vital signs directly into the Electronic Medical Record (Allscripts). We were happy to discover that with a $2 USB cable, we could connect the Netbook directly to the automatic Blood Pressure device (Welsh Allen) resulting in speedy and accurate data transfer. By upgrading to 2GB for $25, the netbook is powerful enough to perform most functions associated with the EMR, although we haven’t tried to install voice recognition into it. This is a potentially very cost effective and convenient solution for MD’s who are converting to an EMR and don’t want to spend several thousand dollars outfitting each exam room with its own computer. The wireless connects flawlessly and our MA seems OK with the smaller keyboard.

LGS

Family MD in San Francisco

Robert D. Cirilli on Wed, 28th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



Best little Laptop Ever
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
When I began looking for a 10 inch laptop I was very skeptical of what I could expect. A co-worker purchase one, of a different brand, but I was impressed with the weight and clarity. I began looking to see what was available at the wide range of prices. To that point I was not familiar with ACER but research was positive. I decided to buy and have been absolutely satisfied with it since it came. Light weight and very functional in airports and hotel rooms. Excellent speed and ports for any attachment I could ever want to add. I highly recommend it, a great value.

Gail Hatch on Fri, 30th Apr 2010 12:00 am 



LIttle Acer Big Value
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The Acer 10.1 Aspire One is the perfect little computer to travel with. As a motorcyclist, I needed something that would fit easily into the tank bag or side case. After reading other peoples reviews I opted for the larger 10.1 screen, this was a good choice. Anything smaller would make surfing the web a chore. By using F11, I can get a full sized internet web browser window and view sites with very little scrolling problems. The touch pad is quite versatile, allowing you to zoom in/out as well as scroll up/down. The Acer has a regular operating system. I had a licenses copy of Office that I installed. There is no CD drive on this machine, so installing software takes a little planning, I put my CD in my desktop machine, and installed from my home network, it worked great. So far the battery life has been sufficient. The Acer boots quickly, and is so light to carry. I found a nice case for it at Best Buy.

Suren Poghosyan on Sat, 1st May 2010 12:00 am 



got what I expected in all means but the speed of the computer
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This netbook is really nice and comfortable, but it is really slow on quite basic programs. Maybe I had overestimated the functionality (speed) of it before purchasing it or maybe it is really slow – who knows.

S.R. on Sun, 2nd May 2010 12:00 am 



Good little computer
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I’ve been using this computer for over a month now, and it has been a good machine for general use. They keyboard is easier for me to use than other netbooks, and the trackpad is decent (but not great). I have not had any problems, and I run a few big apps (like Visual Studio) and stream Netflix movies to my TV without performance issues. Other forms of video get choppy on the TV, but this is not what the computer was designed for anyway.

I am not happy about the bait-and-switch battery scheme they are running, where they used a good battery to generate positive buzz, and then stuck most customers with a lesser battery. I doubt I will ever get the advertised battery life, but it’s pretty good regardless. Other reviewer complaints about the glossy exterior and screen ring true.

If you’re not a fan of Windows XP, several different flavors of Linux work well with this machine without much configuration at all. I currently use CrunchBang Lite when all I want to do is browse the web or use MegaSquirt engine tuning applications in my car, and Ubuntu Netbook Remix when I need a full-featured OS. Both operating systems work great.

kee lee on Mon, 3rd May 2010 12:00 am 



BEWARE!!!
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
WARRANTY SERVICE is really bad. They don’t list the warranty service number anywhere on the box or literature that the computer came in. You have to find it on-line. Once you find it, it takes a very long time to reach someone. After the long wait, they’re not helpful. I called because it was extremely slow and making funny noises.

Polarityheals on Tue, 4th May 2010 12:00 am 



Great portable laptop
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I got this because my sister got one and loved it. It’s a great portable mini-laptop. It goes anywhere and looks / feels like I’m carrying my purse, not a bulky machine. It’s fast and I have been very happy with it’s performance so far. Acts more like a pc than a netbook. The screen is a bit small, so my eyes get tired easily and I still haven’t figured out how to brighten up the monitor, but it’s great for on the go.


Geoffrey Tracy on Wed, 5th May 2010 12:00 am 



It seems to have died on me.
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I used the computer a dozen times over 2 months. It won’t turn on. I chucked the original packaging and cannot return it. Not sure if I have a faulty battery. I know to have someone look at it will cost more than the cost of the machine.

Moken on Thu, 6th May 2010 12:00 am 



Family room Netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Been using this 10.1″ Acer several hours a day over the last week. We bought this to replace a dead desktop with the intention of having something we could pass around in the family room and not be tied to a desktop back in the office. So far, so good. One of us always has it in use. The smaller keyboard still takes a little getting used to, biggest concern is the Page Up/Page Dn buttons right next to the arrow keys. It’s too easy to hit them and then you’ve jumped where you didn’t want to go. Touch pad is lousy, you’ll want to connect a real mouse.

There’s quite a bit of crapware to uninstall such as a trial version of Office, Works, McAfee, eSobi, etc. I got rid of McAfee because it bogs your system down, I’ve put AVG 8 free and Comodo free firewall instead.

Once the crap was gone and I upgraded the RAM to 2GB for $15, it’s really snappy at booting up and loading Firefox 3.5, IE8, or Chrome 2.0. It has enough power to handle anything web related we’ve thrown at, including kids games and streaming Netflix through the VGA output to our HDTV at HD resolution. Not sure if it would choke on Office or not, we use Gmail & Google Docs, it is a NETbook after all… I can’t wait for the Google Chrome OS to come out, I will definitely cut the Microsoft cord.

PROS –

* Light weight, extremely portable

* Slick looking, good construction

* Powerful enough for handling anything web related without choking

* Bright clear screen

* Able to stream web content in HD to HDTV’s through VGA cable

* Battery life is decent, should be better for 6-cell, could be wireless mouse I’m using running it down faster than normal

* Comes with XP instead of Vista

CONS –

* Small keyboard learning curve-bad placement of page up/dn buttons

* Runs a little hot

* Speakers are almost non-existent, can barely hear them on full blast

* Touch pad is hard to use

* Crapware, but this is a given on retail computers

We are very satisfied with the value and quality of this netbook. Go ahead, pull the trigger!

Selena S. Sifontes on Thu, 6th May 2010 12:00 am 



my acer netbook experience
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
the acer netbook has been great! its small, light and easy to carry around anywhere.. whether around in your home or during travel. the battery life could be longer, though… so far, ive had a very good experience with it. the seller was efficient and i received it quickly.

Chin Kim on Fri, 7th May 2010 12:00 am 



ACER SUCKS!!!
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I was so excited to buy this mini-laptop and use it on the road. Well within 6 months, I got the blue screen. I was mostly disappointed by the battery life. It’s is not accurate where it only lasts about 30 minutes. I would not recommend this product at all.

Ummagumma on Sat, 8th May 2010 12:00 am 



Just about perfect
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Even the price aside, I’d pick it over a typical laptop just for the size / weight alone. It’s truly portable. I expected a noticeable drop in performance vs my laptop but Aspire doesn’t feel slow at all for everyday tasks. The battery life isn’t bad at all (6 cell). Having no internal CD/DVD is an inconvenience but as a trade off you get a very light & portable device.

About the only complaint I have is that its highly reflective screen may be difficult to read outside in bright sunlight, and attracts fingerprints like crazy.

ShadowNeko003 on Mon, 10th May 2010 12:00 am 



Great!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Ok, let’s get this straight, I’m you’re average college biology student with little to almost no background in computer specs.

I ended up with the 4400 battery, but no biggy. Everything on my end works great. It’s the prefect size to take to class. Small enough to fit on the small desk and type. It’ll take a little getting use to though.

Burning out the back up disc was easy, just click on the Acer recovery icon in the start menu folder, attach external burner, and burn. I haven’t fully tested out the webcam nor the microphone yet, but I did turned on the webcam for a few minutes and it’s pretty good. Only bad thing I have to say about this is the touchpad is a little sensitive, meaning that one touch can flicker the pointer to the top corner of the screen. (Only happened a few times so far) So get a mouse.

Overall, it’s a very good netbook.

David T. Arnold on Mon, 10th May 2010 12:00 am 



Excellent Value
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This little Netbook is an excellent value for those who are mostly interested in storage capacity with good battery life and a nice screen. I would and have recommended it to people.

M-rio M-rio on Mon, 10th May 2010 12:00 am 



Good computer with limited capability
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
These net books are great for traveling companions for limited use or surfing the internet and getting email. They are not meant for school use. They don’t have enough memory or ram. They also don’t have a cd rom. You have to limit downloads since large programs will zap your power and memory and could cause a problem booting up the system. I love using this computer for surfing the web at the cafe and making personal notes, though.

A on Tue, 11th May 2010 12:00 am 



Good little machine…….watch out for warranty work!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I purchased my Acer Aspire One on June 20, 2009 in seashell white for $329 here on Amazon. When I received it a few days later, the only thing not working on it was the front switch that turns the wireless capablity on and off. Because it was brand new, I wanted a fully functional netbook and wanted this fixed. I attempted to do an exchange on Amazon, but they were “sold out” and I could only do a complete return. The option they left me besides that was to contact Acer and have it repaired under warranty. I used the 800 number to contact them and, of course, got someone who could hardly speak English! I was told to send my computer to them in Texas by any means other than US Post and when I asked why they didn’t pay postage, I was told that during the Acer netbook setup, it does say that they do not pay shipping for warranty work. I expressed my dismay at that since the netbook was brand new. I shipped it via UPS at a cost of $16. Due to the July 4th holiday, it was not delivered by that Friday because Acer folks were not in the office on Friday. The netbook was returned by the end of the following week and the switch was fixed. My reason for giving this netbook 4 stars is only because of the customer service and having to pay for shipping.

[...]

I deleted all the extra programs that came with the Acer, namely the ones that were only trials anyway. I took off the Microsoft Office package and installed my own. I took off the McAfee package and installed my own virus program. I recently had a virus on my PC that Norton found but could not quarantine or delete and tried AVG to get rid of it, but that didn’t even find the virus. I finally found a great program called Malwarebytes [...]that removed the virus and found more adware too. I installed that on the Acer as well. It does come with other useless programs too so I recommend deleting all of them and installing what you need.

[...]

I also use the built in camera to SKYPE with friends in Europe and the picture is good and the sound is just fine. You can take pictures with the SKYPE program of the person you are talking to and the pictures come out perfect.

I used the machine without the power cord to test the timing and got about 6.5 hours out of it. I never got 8 like some folks claim, so not sure how you can get a hour and a half more time out of it, but it’s still plenty of time to watch a DVD on a plane or do other things.

The touchpad is a bit annoying and really sensitive. Others have written that they have to press hard on it, but mine is almost too sensitive and I wound up clicking on things or double tapping on things that I didn’t mean to. I decided to purchase a Logitech V220 cordless mouse from Target for [...] Perfect size for the netbook and my hand. The usb plug snaps into the bottom of it when it’s not in use. I had it next to me while watching TV and it will not work as a TV remote!! Ooops, got the remote and the mouse mixed up!

Overall, I love this little guy and I’m sure it will be perfect for traveling with.


mosca.br on Wed, 12th May 2010 12:00 am 



Great portability!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I got this netbook for my father and he enjoys the hell out of it, taking it everywhere.

The battery life is great, and frequently over lasts how long he can use the computer.

Ms. 007 on Thu, 13th May 2010 12:00 am 



Maybe a bad batch
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I ordered the Aspire for business and vacation trips – lightweight computer when traveling. I set up the computer and it worked fine – for a few weeks. Then the touch pad stopped working. If I plugged in a wireless mouse – the cursor wold move. I returned the computer and received another (great Amazon service). However, the next one I received did the same thing after one week. So I had to return it too. Not sure if it was a BAD batch or what.

ESL on Sat, 15th May 2010 12:00 am 



Extremely pleased with this purchase
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
A solid purchase. Well-made, durable, compact, easy to use. Anyone looking to buy a top-quality netbook should give serious consideration to the Acer Aspire.

Roger T. Shields on Sat, 15th May 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Computer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Fast, connects to wifi on boot up, long battery life, great for what I wanted it for.

Henry Khusit on Sat, 15th May 2010 12:00 am 



I really like it!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
laptop is very light and small. I really like it in terms that it is easy to carry around, ideal for meetings, and coffee shops. however if you using CDs or DVDs- that’s a problem, as laptop doesn’t have a drive for it.

D. Lazarescu on Sun, 16th May 2010 12:00 am 



Small sized wonder.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Bigger isn’t necessarily better, this little wonder is quite a mighty performer. Purchased a few weeks ago due to the ‘passing’ of my desktop, the Acer will perform very well within the necessities of having access to e-mail, producing documents and even working with the Photoshop CS4. The longevity of the batteries (approx. 6 hours) make it even more attractive. The lack of a DVD/CDRom drive should not discourage any, for they are easily available as a stand alone unit, to be connected via USB. I added one and the system is complete now.

I highly recommend this little wonder!

Dasher on Mon, 17th May 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Netbook – great back-up machine.
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I love this little machine. I use it constantly. It easily finds wireless networks and is just enough machine for a backup laptop when I don’t want to lug around my giant dell.

R. Joseph on Wed, 19th May 2010 12:00 am 



Inspired by Acer Aspire!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Simply loving it!!!! Really can’t complain about anything major. Just wish the speakers were a little more effective.

Contrary to what many advised, the screen zoom feature, helps with the display (for those of you like my self wearing glasses). GThe 6-cell battery lasts for at least 8 hours without being charged!

It’s light and convenient to carry. For those concerned with memory, I use my external hard drive to store stuff so that’s not an issue. Remember this is not the common laptop so don’t expect it to function as one.

A great buy!

Martinez Donis Jennifer Ileana on Wed, 19th May 2010 12:00 am 



Really Good Product
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It came really quickly and is really what I was specting, the only con is that it does not have a cd drive, but besides that is a relly good deal. Its battery last a really long time, and if you dont have large hands is confortable to use.

S. Yoneda on Thu, 20th May 2010 12:00 am 



Somewhat satisfactory…expected much more
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I purchased this product explicitly for web browsing, light media play, watching YouTube clips – things of that nature. My expectation was that I could play music while surfing the internet at a regular speed. However, the machine is not adept at performing multiple functions and furthermore, loads basic websites like ESPN, CNN at noticeably slow speeds.

That being said, it’s come in handy when I’ve needed to travel. Also, it’s a good looking piece of hardware.

In conclusion, I think I jumped the gun because of all the hype surrounding netbooks. You’re better off shelling out a little extra to get yourself a low end laptop.

D. J. Auerbach on Fri, 21st May 2010 12:00 am 



BIG BANG FOR YOUR BUCK!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve owned my ruby red beauty for a month now, and I LOVE it! This little marvel has most of the features of a full size notebook but weighs only a couple of pounds which makes it an ideal travel companion. The graphics are very crisp, processing speed is fast, and I had absolutely no problem adapting to the smaller keyboard (which might be a disadvantage for a person with large fingers). I suggest you purchase an inexpensive external CD drive to install your software such a MS Office, Antivirus protection, etc. – no point in downloading it and paying for it again if you already own it.

M. Bravo on Sat, 22nd May 2010 12:00 am 



Acer AspireONE 10 inches
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve bought this product as a gift for my 22 years old sister and she is pretty happy with it. I wouldn’t buy one for me because I’m a big hands guy and after 30 minutes of use during the setup I wanted to crush it… lol! But it is a five stars products talking about performance, and it does what a notebook should do. Don’t expect more than that because you’ll be dissapointed.

Catalina on Mon, 24th May 2010 12:00 am 



If ur dad is a writer, this is a must.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
We gave this netbook to my dad in law for Father’s Day.

He is a writer and wasn’t able to keep up with his ideas, unless he was at the studio.

With this netbook he’s been able to stay at home, in bed, while he works on his next book.

This is great!

Upset Customer on Tue, 25th May 2010 12:00 am 



Horrible.
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I received my “new” Acer computer from Amazon yesterday. The delivery time was the only positive thing I would give this. I turned the machine on and found out that it was registered to another person — something Zhong in Washington, with a password already in there. I called Acer’s technical support (was given the runaround — about 5 different numbers to call, each one referring me to another number), and rude, rude people who I could not understand. (I have nothing against this, but when I asked for a supervisor, he was mysteriously on another call for 10 minutes).

Finally I did get someone who told me how to reset the computer back to factory conditions (which it should have been, since I bought it “new” supposedly). He said that they may have sent me a refurbished computer by mistake (duh!). So finally that mess was cleared up.

However, getting onto the internet is a real drag. I mean, a REAL DRAG! It is so slow! I use the same line (Comcast) for all of my computers with no problem, quick, zippy, etc. My daughter has an Asus 10 inch that zips right online. I knew I should have gotten one of those instead! But this Acer is horrible. I dont even give it one star. It doesn’t even deserve star dust.


JMM on Tue, 25th May 2010 12:00 am 



The perfect size…
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is the computer I’ve been looking for. The 10.1 inch screen is great; hard disk space is plenty large enough; and the weight is perfect for traveling. I use this for email and surfing the web – which is 95% of what I use a computer for – and it absolutely serves its purpose.

Bradley E. Rhodes on Wed, 26th May 2010 12:00 am 



Acer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great little machine. Much superior to the first generation netbooks. Greater speed and alot more data storage capcity

Bryce Wilson on Thu, 27th May 2010 12:00 am 



Don’t bother…get a Sony or Dell…anything but Acer
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I purchased a smaller version of this netbook from Amazon and it lasted for 3 weeks before the hard drive crashed. Luckily Amazon picked it right up, but then I saw they had THIS model on sale, so I thought I’d give Acer another shot. BAD MISTAKE. It never worked out of the box. After 4 calls to the poor English speaking tech support people, and 6 attempts to reload the software, they finally sent me real CD’s. After an hour with yet another tech support person, it was determined that there was a hardware issue and that I was going to have to return it to the factory for repair…get this: AT MY EXPENSE! I tried explaining to the guy that it’s brand new, why should I have to pay to ship it back to get it repaired? “That is Acer’s policy” I was told. I asked for a supervisor and waited on hold for nearly an hour and gave up. So they wasted at least 5 hours of my time, and two weeks waiting for a response for a netbook that never worked right from the factory. Burn me once, OK…but me twice and I won’t do business with you ever again.

M. Eskandari on Thu, 27th May 2010 12:00 am 



It doesn’t works with external DVD Read and writer!
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I tried many times to create DVD back up after first time of run but when I attached external DVD writer (HP Pavilion DV2-1030US 12.1-Inch Laptop)notebook started to “install new hardware” and stopped without completing it, again and again… When i inserted a DVD to it nothing again. Its may be due to low power on USB port of notebook because when I attached the DVD writer to USB HUB finally I got my back up DVD’s(two DVD). In the other hand you can not work with notebook and DVD player or writer in ambulatory status and you have to use a USB HUB attached to power outlet.

Hofman on Fri, 28th May 2010 12:00 am 



Perfect
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Does everything I want in a truly portable PC. Great battery life and excellent internet connection. Keyboard takes some time to get used to but is very usable. Add a wireless mouse and it’s just terrific.

T. Cottom on Sat, 29th May 2010 12:00 am 



My new best friend
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased this little gem as a compliment to my home laptop. As a professional student I need portability, word processing and internet connectivity. This gives me all three. Ladies, it fits in most standard purses and is much lighter than carrying your average hardcover book. In deference to storage issues and lack of hard drive I pretty much save everything either online or to an external source. That works fine for my purposes. Google docs pretty much keeps my thesis and notes accessible. I do like to use OneNote for intense research purposes and that is a weildy bugger for this machine so I have not added it. However, that’s not a huge deal.

It came ready to go out of the box. Set up was maybe 10 minutes. I haven’t had any problems. The battery life lives up to the claims, the keyboard is relatively comfortable for my smallish female hands. Some of my male friends struggle with it a bit, but there is a learning curve.

All-in-all, highly recommended.

Theron L. Johnson on Sun, 30th May 2010 12:00 am 



Birthday Gift for Son
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It appears that our youngest son and his daughters are enjoying the computer. Also plan to take it with them when we go to Disney World this month.

Margaret H. Huyck on Tue, 1st Jun 2010 12:00 am 



terrific companion!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great, compact notebook. Good size — large enough to see, small enough to carry. I don’t know whether the battery really lasts 6 hours, but it certainly gets me through most meetings. Love the color! Only drawback: I had to buy an external CD player to install some of my programs, but that’s a minor inconvenience.

E. S. Thompson on Tue, 1st Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Great little computer
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
We’ve had this computer for a couple months now, and it’s worked great. It connected to the wireless internet right away. It’s light and easily portable. We’ve mostly used it for surfing and email, but we’ve also uploaded pix from the digital camera. It’s the perfect sit-in-the-recliner-and-surf computer–just don’t try to use it for AutoCAD projects.

The only negatives are that the ‘mouse’ buttons are a bit stiff, and it can sometimes be a little slow loading a complicated web page, or when the antivirus is updating. Nothing terrible, tho. Also the screen can be sometimes a bit small for what you’re looking at–another inch or so would be just about perfect. I like to use a wireless mouse anyway, so the button thing doesn’t bother me too much.

Also, the silly thing wouldn’t let me make a backup/boot disk using a flash drive–it wanted a CD/DVD. We did wind up getting an external drive, which worked just fine.

We usually use it plugged in, but when it’s been unplugged the battery seems to last just fine.

All in all, we’re really pleased w/ it. And it’s a pretty blue.

Carlos Vicente Guerra on Thu, 3rd Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Excelent product
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Excelent netbook. The only thing I would say, is that the touchpad is a little uncomfortable to use. Maybe it is a matter of time to get used to it, but for now, I feel it difficult to make the right and left buttons work properly.

The rest of the netbook works great.

Patrick Alain Nicod on Thu, 3rd Jun 2010 12:00 am 



watch out with this provider
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
hi guys just bought this netbook

be carefull with this provider got mine last week

bad batch of battery mine doesn’t event last 1 hour

i tried to mail back amazone to complain but no success

it really sucks can’t event take it outside

take care

and be carefull

M. Bess on Fri, 4th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



6 cell battery
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The 6 cell battery is a great advantage, well worth the extra $. Over 7 hours run time. Nice little computer.

harry lime on Sat, 5th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



All you could ask for
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is all you need in a netbook. Once you upgrade the memory how could you ask for anything more for the money? No problems after a month of using this acer. Quite satisfied.

SIBBYPAGE on Mon, 7th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



LOVE MY ASPIREONE
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I RECENTLY PURCHASED THE ACER ASPIRE ONE, AND I LOVE IT. I TRAVEL ALOT SO I USE IT TO TAKE ON MY TRIPS TO CHECK EMAIL, SURF THE INTERNET AND WATCH MOVIES WITH AN EXTERNAL DVD PLAYER. IT IS LIGHTWEIGHT, PORTABLE, AND DOESN’T TAKE UP MUCH ROOM IN MY CARRY ON TOTE, SOMETIMES I JUST SLIP IT INTO MY PURSE. MY 13″ LAPTOP GOT TO BE TO BIG AND HEAVY TO CARRY. I REALLY LIKE THE BUILT-IN WEB CAM SO WHEN I SKYPE MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS THAT IS ONE LESS ATTACHMENT I HAVE TO PACK.

K. Engle on Wed, 9th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



A Great Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have used this computer at home in a netwok and on an extended trip with WiFi. It has performed superbly, and I find more uses all the time. No regrets.

Castillonis on Thu, 10th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Great keyboard, battery life
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am happy with my purchase of an Acer Aspire One notebook. The keyboard has a very good feel. The battery life is great. It has good performance. I bought a larger 11 inch case for the laptop after reading about the battery making it a very tight fit in the 10 inch case. So, I do not have any problems with my case. It is just right. I would recommend this product to others. I had originally bought it for tethering to my DSLR for technical shots, but now I use it during meetings and on the go.

Martin Mateo on Thu, 10th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



The little computer that could
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Hi All:

I work IT and purchased this laptop after several of my fellow IT geeks purchased the same over a period of about 3 months. While mostly used to respond to correspondence while in the field, they’ve also been used to troubleshoot hardware and software issues with switches and routers, as gps navigators (in conjunction with Delorme Street Atlas and Garmin USB GPS receiver) and of course surfing the web.

Finally, great battery life – but get the extra RAM.

Fernandes Mo on Fri, 11th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Computer Acer Aspire One Ruby Red
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It arrived at time. thank you very much. The service is just great. The color red of the product is not what I expected, I thought was more red and less brown

C. Monroe on Sat, 12th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Great Product
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is a great value for the price, however just a couple of things that arent too cool. 1st speakers are under netbook and are not very loud, music sounds crappy, low volume recorded stuff is inaudible. 2nd the only way to do a backup of factory disks is to purchase from acer or buying a $70 dvd burner. Should have a different way to do this, ie flash drive or card. Also, no way to contact acer except through email and then they dont respond.

Cesar O. Dural on Sun, 13th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Acer aspire netbook
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
You get what you paid for!! computer is very slow but fair enough for regular users. Everything works okay except for the touchpad. You need to push the bottons very hard to get a response. The touchpad is totally useless for me so I got a wireless mouse which works beautiful.

Daniel P. Ribeiro on Tue, 15th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Great for the price
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have nothing to complain about this netbook. I think it is the best price/performance product in the market. It only should have more RAM to install Vista or Windows Seven in the future… 2GB would be great.

Charlotte Patrick on Tue, 15th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



cheap but good
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
i recently purchased the notebook for my daughters birthday. for the price of it i couldnt b elieve how good it works. my daughter is 43 and she really loves it.

G. Menegatti on Tue, 15th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



very satisfied
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I really enjoy this netbook, the battery last me for average 5 1/2 hours, it charges quickly and is fast enough, def recomend this netbook over the other ones i tryed

James P. Call on Wed, 16th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Great netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I love this netbook. This is the 2nd one I have purchased. The second one is for my daughter who is attending college. She primarily uses it for research, email. We recently Skyped via video and the clarity was very acceptable.

I use my netbook 90 % of the time versus my desktop. I love the mobility. I also watch videos on Hulu including an 2009 football bowl game.

The resolution is great. I normally get at least 5+ hours from the six cell battery.

Ron T on Fri, 18th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Great Netbook !!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this netbook over 4 months ago to replace my Dell Inspiron laptop. I’m very pleased with every aspect of this unit. I always read reviews before I purchase anything from Amazon. I can’t believe people are unaware that this Aspire One does not include a “disk drive”! It’s mentioned in the reviews and with the Acer specs. I recommend this great value for anyone who wants reliability and portability.

Jessica on Sat, 19th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Everything worked great for a month until it crashed
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
Don’t buy this notebook. It worked great for a month until it crashed. After contacting customer service I learned that whoever originally installed windows failed to create an e-partition to allow the operating system to be reset. Acer Customer service then sent me recovery cds to try and fix the problem only this computer doesn’t come with a cd-rom drive. After ordering a cd-rom drive I found out the cds they sent me were the incorrect cds. I talked to customer service again and they told me it was unfortunate that I was having these problems, but there was nothing they could do. If you buy this computer know that if anything ever goes wrong, you are stuck with it even when under warranty.

Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 10.1-Inch Sapphire Blue Netbook – 6 Cell Battery

JMP on Sat, 19th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Buy an ipod touch instead
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I bought this computer in january at Costco mainly for travel. I fly at least once a month and my regular laptop is 17″ and a real pain to lug around. I figured this would be perfect for travel since I don’t require it for much more than the net. I also bought a new IPOD and didn’t want to back the entire library onto my regular computer and felt this would be perfect for this.

After only about 40 uses the hard drive started makinga grinding sound and I had to shut it down. It will not reboot now. Costco gave me a number for acer and their customer service is awful. They told me I could ship it to them but it could take a couple weeks to get it back. Here is the REAL rip off, I have had this computer less than six months and am told I have to pay the shipping costs to return it. I had problems with an HP once and they handled the shipping fees and overnighted it back to me.

A friend has an HP netbook and I wish I would have spent the extra $[...]. If you want this just for emailing and the web I would recomend getting an IPOD touch instead. It’s about the same costs and a lot more convenient.


G. Ford on Sun, 20th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Greggs Review – Proper Memory Upgrade
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The netbook is great. I am posting this to let everyone know the proper memory upgrade for this netbook. I know for a fact that the KINGSTON, KAC-MEME/2G 2GB will work with the Acer 10″ Go to Kingston’s website and input the netbook if you want to be sure. Its more expensive then generic memory on ebay but it works.

J. Rayburn on Mon, 21st Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This purchase was great. The product was as advertized and arrived when promised. This is one of several purchased I have made through Amazon. I have not had any bad experiences in dealing with Amazon.com. This netbook is a 10.1 screen. I would not recommend anything smaller. The battery life is incredible, over 8 hours. Good value for the price.

Denise Bessette on Tue, 22nd Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One 10.1
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Bought as gift for my husband. He loves it. So light & I can just throw it in my purse for traveling.

No problems on my network. The XP runs better than Vista. The single bar under the touchpad is different, but works fine.

Price is great. Dissappointed it did not come with a mouse.

Anita E. Lee on Wed, 23rd Jun 2010 12:00 am 



my little toy
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I am quite pleased so far with this computer. It is handy to carry around. The one thing I find annoying is a pop up to back up the computer. How are you supposed to burn cd’s to back up the entire system if you have no cd burner? It seems to me that they could have sent disks with the computer. I think I have it solved though. I just need to go buy some cd’s and try. I have networked this little toy to my husbands laptop and should be able to use his cd burner. I also tried to use a memory stick to back it up and there was no way to do that, at least none that I could figure out. I also purchased a sleeve to protect the computer and a miniature mouse that works great with the computer.

Brian K. Reynoldson on Thu, 24th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire Laptop
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The laptop was brand new so as far as its condition on arrival it was great. It works super, my son will be using it in college and he wanted a laptop that was a bit smaller so we went with this one. The keyboard is still very accessible not too small for us. The screen size is just right and very visible.

Excellent price and has very good adaptability.


Joyce Ann Moul on Thu, 24th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Great for travel
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Not being a very technical person, I relied on my adult son who builds computers to review the light weight laptops for me. He told me that, for the money, this one was great and I agree. The keys are a nice size, the battery life is great and I have not had one problem with it. If I had a complaint, it would be that it arrived with a deep scratch on the frame but I didn’t send it back as we were leaving on a trip the next day and I wanted to use it. I would have also wanted to have a color choice for the outside of it. The black does show finger smudges quickly. Overall, I’m very pleased with my purchase and recommend it for those who want a light weight, functional laptop.

ExzavierMoon on Fri, 25th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Best little laptop I could have ever hoped for….
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I absolutely love this laptop. I am very pleased with how easy the keyboard is to use. The size does not make too much more of a difference from a standard size laptop. I really like that I can carry this with me anywhere I go and it is easy to transport. Perfect new toy for me. This is a purchase worth making. I would suggest buying it to anyone interested. Great price for what it can do. Perfect Perfect Perfect.

M. Stevens on Fri, 25th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Cool!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Great little computer.

For those of you who do not know the difference between a “Netbook” and a “Notebook” computer, a Netbook just has a slower processor, less RAM and a smaller hard drive. The Acer will run most normal applications such as Word, Excel, etc. It is not made for memory intensive applications, such as video or audio editing.

There seem to be a few reviews about “out of the box” defects, but I just purchased two of these items, they work great.

The screen seems to be a little flimsy, but this is not meant to be a rugged “industrial” computer anyways. My girlfriend opened the box, and within 5 min, managed to drop it. Still works fine though.

There is no CD or DVD on this item, so if you want to install a program, you will have to either download it, or hook it up to a USB CD/DVD drive.

I had no problem accessing my home network at all. I walked around outside my house, no problems there either(50-60 ft). Of course the range depends on your wireless router as well.

As for the touchpad, I have never liked them, but this one seems to work as well as the rest of them. Most people will just buy a mouse.

Carol L. Powers on Sat, 26th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



acer aspire netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer Aspire One AOD150-1669 10.1-Inch Seashell White Netbook – 6 Cell Battery This is the best little laptop I have ever seen. I love the ease of carrying it and the preformance is excellent. I have a pc and wanted something I could take with me anywhere I went. The viewing screen is 10.1 and is most adaquate for all I do on it.A six cell battery was my choice of a three or six cell offered. The price was well within my budget and it is all and more than I had expected. A good value for the price. Carol Powers

Fortgal on Mon, 28th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Good enough for the price!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I’ve had this computer for a week now and it is working properly so far. The reasons why I give it 4 stars: it does not come with a recovery disk (you need an external CD/DVD burner to get it), the print manual is poor, and it does not come with a sleeve. All in all, it is a decent machine for the price. I am pleased overall.

Mary L. Martin on Wed, 30th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Perfect for travelling
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This lilght weight little laptop fits in my large purse…it’s easy to drag with you anywhere. It has plenty of hard drive space and works like a charm for me.

ER Andromeda on Wed, 30th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Easy to use and small for business travel
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
It’s pretty much everything that it’s advertised to be. Still getting used to the smaller keyboard, and the touch pad is fine. The mouse buttons below the touch pad are a bit difficult to use, got to hit them with some authority.

It’s not loaded with much junkware (as purchased from Amazon) so most of that stuff has already been uninistalled. It comes with trial versions of McAfee and Office 2007. As well as a few other lesser programs.

HAve not yet run down the 6-cell battery but after 4 hours I still had battery left. I expect it to be close to 5 or 6 hours. I’d guess that half the unit’s weight is the removable battery pack.

The only significant gripe… I like Windows XP, but the installed XP keeps hounding me to burn eight recovery disks… but obviously there’s no CD burner! So I bought a USB CD/W for 35 bucks so I could install other programs. But there should be an option to backup to a flash (or other USB) drive.

Jack Ross on Wed, 30th Jun 2010 12:00 am 



Glitch with Microsoft
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
We gave this a one star rating because of a Microsoft problem. Our computer came with the Outlook Express Spell Check in French only. We spent all afternoon on the phone with Acer Tech Support trying to get it changed without success. We returned it to Amazon for another but it too had the same problem. Acer Tech Support tried to recover the system two different times on two days, but both times failed. If you can live without spell check, it seems like a great little computer, but because we need spell check, it is unusable for us.

Selden Deemer on Thu, 1st Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Greatly Improved AA1
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
My first Aspire One A110 (8.9″ screen, SSD) died from an unfortunate accident, and after looking at most of the available netbooks in June 2009, I decided to replace it with an A150. Acer must have listened to their customers and reviewers, as almost all the faults of the original model (small battery, small screen, wonky trackpad, no access to the internals without voiding the warranty) appear to have been rectified. It’s surprising how much different the A150 is from its predecessor — about the only thing that is unchanged is the keyboard — which is one of the best, although not the largest, in this class. The 10.1″ screen has the same resolution (1024 x 600) as the 8.9″ screen, but the pixels are just enough bigger that readability and usability are significantly improved.

Installing Ubuntu 9.04 alongside Windows XP was a snap, and now I have the best of both worlds. Like most computers, Windows is installed with a lot of bloatware that takes up space and slows the machine down. With the extra baggage removed, Windows performance is very acceptable. Most of the time I use Ubuntu, booting into Windows only when absolutely necessary.

I would have given the A150 5 stars, but Acer does not include a recovery disc, and the machine nags you after initial setup to create one — which is impossible unless you have an external optical drive. The recovery disc requires 2 DVDs or 8 CDs. Beg, buy or borrow an optical drive and make the recovery discs before doing anything to Windows.

A good support community exists for the AA1 line, for both Linux and Windows.

Happy Cook on Fri, 2nd Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Great Netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This a great little netbook, very compact and screen is not too small. After a few weeks of using it, it wouldn’t boot up. Called Acer support and had to ship it to them. It only took a week to fix. Apparently a bad LCD screen….all covered by warranty. Other than that it’s great!!

Everett Griffin on Sun, 4th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



white acer 1
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Grrrreat!!!! Small, light, like the old Compaq Aero i loved. this is going to be a good traveling computer. the white case doesn’t show smudges like the darker colors.

T Ngn on Sun, 4th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



good price and fast shipping
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am pleased wih Amazon and J&R Music and Computer World transactions. Good price, good product, fast shipping.

Charles S. Glass on Sun, 4th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



High Quailty for a low price
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
First, the review above by T Orkun in the most complete review I have ever read, dont miss it. I too got a larger battery and very impressed with this netbook. I have VERY large hands and have had some trouble with the smaller keys through I have now gotten used to them. Dell had done a better job with the keyboard so I ordered a mini 10v. What a pile of junk.

I sent it back the next day. There is no comparison in quality between this acer one and the mini 10 or 10v.I believe this the best netbook for the money.My only complaint is I dont care for red color inside the netbook but its not a big deal. I bought a cheapo usb bluetooth module and it works well with my Razer mouse.

The track pad does work well despite the stiff buttons.

I bought a 320gb and replaced the standard hdd some I can dual boot xp and Ubuntu 9.04 which works perfectly.

I have a more expensive notebook but I find myself using this more than the notebook. While I have not used every netbook I highly recommend the Acer One for the Quality and Value.

D. Choi on Tue, 6th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Good value but a little less quality
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The machine works good, and Internet hookup is instant (compared to my friend’s netbook of another brand, “3 letters”). Only drawback is the quality of the screen – kind of blurry even when the manufacturer was stating that the machine has LED backlighting (the same friend’s machine has an awesome screen)

R. LeGrotte on Wed, 7th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Terrific little netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Consumer Reports gave the Acer Aspire One high marks and that was enough for me. I an completely pleased with my selection of of this netbook. Since the keyboard is obviously not full-sized, I’m making occasional typos but I’m sure my skill level will increase over time. That’s my issue not an issue with the Acer Aspire One. I purchased a Logitech wireless mouse and a Netgear wireless router. My netbook was immediately responsive to both. I also purchased a two-year extended warranty that covers accidents. I’m three-weeks into using my new toy and I have no complaints at all.

SuperFids on Thu, 8th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Little red powerhouse! Great deal! Can’t go wrong with this one!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This computer is an amazing value for the money! It’s attractive, relatively lightweight, and great for doing the basics when you’re away from your regular computer.

I prefer Windows Vista over XP and actually installed it on this machine. Vista works really well on this machine once you delete some of the unnecessary programs that are running on startup by default. The battery life does seem to diminish with Vista though. I was getting around 8 hours of computer time with XP and am now getting around 5 with Vista. Still not too shabby!

I’d like to give this computer 4.5 starts but the option isn’t offered, so I’m giving it only four. My reasons for not giving 5 stars are:

1) it seems heavy for its size. I am changing this computer for a Toshiba Portege ultra-light/thin that is larger yet weighs less. The Acer must be made of heavier materials than the Toshiba, but will hopefully be better quality too (the Toshiba’s plastic cover is a nightmare and has broken twice).

2) it would be great if the computer were available with Windows Vista. I had to purchase the program, which cost me extra money.

3) the cover, while attractive, shows every smudge and never looks clean. This computer may be great for law enforcement people since criminals who use it will definitely leave their fingerprints behind!

4) the keyboard is VERY small and takes some getting used to. It’s way too easy to hit the touchpad and mess up whatever you’re working on. I’m actually going to buy an external keyboard and mouse since this accidental touching is driving me nuts.

5) I wish it had more RAM, especially since I’m running Windows Vista on it.

I had a tough time deciding between this model and the 8.9″ but must say that I’m thrilled that I chose this one. I can’t imagine typing on anything smaller than this.

Overall, this is a great little machine and you can’t go wrong, especially at this price! Also, it’s a conversation piece – every single time I use it people comment on it, and are under the impression it must’ve been *very* expensive. Knowing that it was such a bah-gain makes me enjoy the machine even more!

John C. Haselsberger on Thu, 8th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Sweet little netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have had this netbook for about a week and I love it, and everyone I have shown it to wants one. As many other reviews noted, you are purchasing this for the portability not the speed. I upgraded the RAM to 2G (the Mushkin chip noted in other reviews) and the speed is acceptable. I am writing this to add some “geek” info lacking in other reviews – most users will not find the info below useful. Before making this purchase, I researched the Atom N270 ship and read it supports Hyperthreading and Virtual Machine extensions. Because it supports Hyperthreading, it appears as a “dual core” CPU in task manager and device manager; this is just a quirk of these tools and it is in fact a modern single core processor. Most computers that have chips that support the Virtual Machine extensions have a BIOS parameter enabling or disabling this feature, and usually default it to “disabled”. The BIOS on this machine does not have this functionality, and it is in fact disabled and therefore unavailable to the 1% of users (like me) who would make use of this feature. I ran Windows XP in a VM (I use Microsoft Virtual PC 2007) and it worked perfectly. However when I tried to run Ubuntu in a VM, it got stuck in GRUB and would not boot. This is no big deal but it is a disappointment. I did not try the VMWare product yet.

I found a small wireless mouse is preferable to the pad, but the

pad is acceptable.

Overall I recommend this netbook.


RDFarr on Sat, 10th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Nice but…
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I bought the Acer netbook just before going on a trip.

Positives: I like the size, the unit performs well, and the battery gives lots of life.

Negatives: Biggest complaint is the touch pad. It gives the computer a mind of its own. I’ve accidentally deleted e-mails, and sent e-mails before their finished. I’m always afraid of deleting something important. I just can’t master it. I’d say a mouse is a requirement. Maybe there is a fix, but I don’t know what it is.

The other negative is more minor. The charger and cording is too bulky, and heavier than necessary. The wall cord is heavy duty and stiff. They should have matched the charger and cords to the portability of the netbook.

andes744 on Sat, 10th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Good basic netbook but small keyboard and poor trackpad
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I bought this netbook because I did not want to wait for a Dell model and wanted this to read and type on outside in my yard/hammock. This is a good basic netbook with all you will need, but there are a few drawbacks. The keyboard is too small for a guy with big hands like me (xl gloves). When I typed on it I felt like I had big bear paws! The track pad and left/right mouse buttons are poor. The track pad’s cursor turns into a swirly thing that does not work at all. The left/right buttons on the track pad need about a brick’s worth of force to click !

This is a good first computer for a tween or young teen or an adult with smaller than L/XL hands that does not mind adding an external mouse (I don’t like the external mouse for a simple netbook). I ended up returning to Amazon (no hassle!!) and getting the Dell netbook with a bigger keyboard and track pad that works. Also I found the Dell screen to have slightly better contrast than the Acer Aspire One.

Brian O'Neill on Sat, 10th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Perfect for external monitor!!! and students!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I was skeptical about this little netbook being an actual replacement to a notebook. I was actually looking for a small laptop that came with a good docking station……which evidently is very old school and due to Monitor config options pretty pointless, but now I know.

This little guy rocks in every way. Small, but not uncomfortable. Fast, but not overly burdened with preinstalled software. Has a roomy hard drive. And best of all, it works perfectly with an external monitor,…..which for some reason is something they leave out of all the promotional information!!!!! I hooked this up to a 22″ monitor and simply chose the F function monitor option and picked the third option and POOF it configured to my larger monitor and looked great! Far better then you’d expect this little guy to process graphics. Probably not for gamers, but the other 99% out there wanting something small for travel and also useful as a desktop for internet, email and light business processes your very much going to be happy with your 350.00 investment.


S. M. Mcnamara on Mon, 12th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



It’s good. It’s small, but it’s good.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I like nearly everything about this little laptop. The keyboard is *just* big enough to touch type and the display is *just* big enough to be useful. The hard drive is nice and large and the battery life (the most important aspect to me) is great. The processor can keep up with all I’ve asked of it. I’m a fan.

If you can live w/ the keyboard and the display, you’ll be happy with this unit.

BAM on Mon, 12th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



LOVE it!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
i was skeptical about getting this because i have tried 2 dell netbooks (1 was my own purchase and 1 was a gift) and hated them. however, as a necessity i needed something smaller so i gave the acer aspire one a shot and WOW, am i glad i did!! this is a great little machine and without all the dell crap on it, it is fast and easy. the keys are nicely placed, i can enlarge the print to my liking very easily and its easy to carry around with me. plus, it runs smoothly, connects to the internet quickly but BEST of all…it has windows xp installed. and let me tell you, after having a full sized laptop with vista on it for almost a year of frustration, having windows xp back is a gift from heaven!!!!

Rainne on Tue, 13th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Love this little netbook!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I don’t usually write reviews, but I read hundreds of reviews before I purchased this computer so I felt compelled. Great little computer. Start up, and shut down is quick. Wireless internet works great, connected to my wireless signal at home and at work with no problems. Touchpad isn’t the greatest but you do get used to it. I have used it for about three weeks without plugging in a mouse. Battery life is about 6 hours or more, which is great. Came with 5200mAh battery from J&R which is what is advertised. Charging takes about 2.75 hours with the netbook off. That seemed like a long time at first then I realized that is why you can get so much usage before having to recharge. Screen is bright and clear without changing any settings. Compared to the Samsung NC10-14GB this Acer has a better screen. The hard drive is huge compared to other netbooks in this price range. Upgraded RAM to 2 GB by purchasing Crucial 2GB 200-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM DDR2 667 (PC2 5300). This was probably not necessary unless you want to be able to stream tv shows and such at full screen. Since I upgraded, it hardly ever lags on full screen. I also purchased Case Logic LNEO-10 Ultraportable Neoprene Notebook Sleeve (Black) with handles. I can either tuck it into a briefcase, or suitcase or just grab it by the handles and go. Case is a little bulky if you intend to carry the power cord in the outside pocket (which I don’t). I will probably purchase an external DVD drive in a couple of months for the few occasions I want to use it as a portable DVD player. I borrowed one to load software and burn the restore disks.

Prepare for fingerprints! They show everywhere on this thing. Haven’t really found a good way to keep them cleaned off. I also want to say this does not replace the need for a desktop computer. It has however completely replaced my laptop.

Overall, I love this little computer and wonder what I ever did without it.


Betsy Spath on Wed, 14th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Don’t BUY……………….
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I’ve had this since January, 2009. I loved it until this past week when the screen/display started jiggling and there appeared horizontal and vertical moving lines all over the place and 1/3 of my screen is gone.

I have been through H__ trying to get help and they say my computer is out of warranty. I bought it 6 months ago!!!

DO NOT BUY THIS COMPUTER. IT LOOKS CUTE, BUT IT’LL BITE YA LATER.


Rosalba Cofer on Fri, 16th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Great Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I love this netbook. It is a perfect size for travel and allows me to easily and comfortably carryout the functions I need during my day. I did upgrade the memory which improved the speed and operation. I would recommend this product to anyone looking for an additional, light weight computer that can easily go wherever you do.

Upstate Reader on Sun, 18th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



can’t locate the product code for Microsoft word 2007-sick of being on hold
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
No one can tell me how to locate the 25 character product code so I can use Word 2007. Just about ready to ship everything back and buy a computer face to face from a local retailer.

Kev on Sun, 18th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Baaaaaaaad Computer
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I know that Acer netbooks have been hailed as convenient and a great value, but I have to say that I was very disappointed with both the computer itself and Acer’s customer service. I am a teacher, and I purchased the Aspire on which to write my Master’s thesis. When the hard drive went ka-plooie a couple of days after I received the computer, I thanked my lucky stars that I had just begun my research and was not farther into the process. I called Acer and they told me they would not replace the entire computer, but would just send me a hard drive. I was fine with this, but when I found out the new hard drive would have no operating system, I had to call again and order a recovery disc. Stupid and inexperienced me did not put two and two together: with no optical drive, there was no way to use a recovery disc to load Windows. I had bought the unit because the price fit a teacher’s salary, and to have to now spring for an external cd drive was out of the question. By the way, not that I used them (Amazon graciously took back the computer when Acer would not), but the recovery discs that were promised to me by customer service “within 2 to 5 business days” did not arrive until two-and-a-half weeks later. Thank God the whole experience is just a memory, and I’m now enjoying my new HP laptop from WallyMart (I hate to use the box stores, but I gotta get a move on my thesis).

Jamie Shipley on Sun, 18th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Nice Little Machine
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great Battery, Nice white color. Pretty quick for being only 1G ram. I got it for my wife when her other computer broke and its great. We use this for our travel computer, and makes a great DVD Player on long flights with the battery life. No complaints yet. Installed Office 2007 and it runs it just fine.

Michael Uomoto on Sun, 18th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
For the most part I like the Acer Netbook, the one think I don’t like is the mouse controls (under the touch pad). It is one bar that you need to click the left or right side of to select. I find myself now double clicking the touchpad instead of using the mouse control bar.

T. Shoemaker on Tue, 20th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



I LOVE this little netbook!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’m not very tech-saavy, but I do a lot of my work on computer (including a few websites). I have an aging laptop that not only is bulky for carting around, but the power source is touchy – making it difficult to count on when traveling. I waited for Acer to come out with the 10″ screen for the Aspire, and really did a lot of reading online about it. I finally decided to go for it, and I’m so glad I did. What a great value! I was told by a “techie” at a big box store that the Aspire wouldn’t be able to handle to programs I wished to use on it (FrontPage, Paint Shop Pro, etc.). I planned that I would probably have to upgrade to 2GB RAM. I learned if I opened it up to put in the 2GB RAM, the warranty would be voided, and some people were posting they would wait until their warranty expired before upgrading. I thought I would do the same, but honestly, have not found the need to upgrade at this point. It has a fast boot-up, long battery life, I’ve had no problems with the Wi-Fi…I just haven’t found anything about it that I don’t like yet. The price on this little gem has even dropped a bit since I purchased mine, and even at the price I paid, I thought it was a great deal. I put Microsoft Office XP Professional on it, in addition to my FrontPage and PaintShop Pro. I also added the full version of Adobe 7.0…all programs are working great on it. It really is a super little netbook for a great price!

C. Winton on Wed, 21st Jul 2010 12:00 am 



A superior travel machine – consider the Targus case for it
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Others have dealt very effectively with the technical details of this machine, so I won’t dwell on those. It is indeed a superior piece of equipment for those of us who need a machine while traveling and I am quite happy with it, especially for the price. In fact, the only real criticism I have of the machine is that it does not have Bluetooth. It is not a machine I would want to use for my regular work (for which I have a much more capable desktop system and multiple monitors), but it is a better piece of equipment than my current travel machine, a Dell 700m I’ve hung onto simply because until now I couldn’t find anything with a better combination of weight and capability. This machine is considerably lighter than my old Dell and provides superior fire power with almost as much screen space. The machine does not have an optical drive, which at first concerned me, but on reflection I haven’t burned a CD or DVD while traveling for at least 2 years now. To cover myself I did purchase a Samsung SE-S084B (about $65 from Amazon and others), which is a nice external DVD burner that works fine with this machine, and is light enough and small enough to not add significantly to the weight if I need to take it along. I spent a surprising amount of time searching for a suitable case, finally coming across the Targus TNC101US Sport Netbook Case (about $25), which is sold by Amazon and which perfectly fits the 6-cell version of this machine. It has a full size external zipper pocket that comfortably holds both the charger and external drive without adding any appreciable bulk. It also has a clip on shoulder strap, which is something I particularly wanted (and which ruled out the sleeves recommended for this machine). Amazon should be suggesting this case for the machine, but for some reason you have to go digging to find out about it.

Mark Rupprecht on Wed, 21st Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Acer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely amazing and portable!Acer Aspire One AOD150-1577 10.1-Inch Diamond Black Netbook – 6 Cell Battery

Michael G. Romano on Thu, 22nd Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Sorry, not impressed
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I bought one of these netbooks at Costco and really wanted to love it. Very cool form factor and nice features, but it doesn’t have enough horsepower to do basic things that I think are essential. For example, I am using the laptop right now and watching Hulu in the background (not quite HD video). The laptop is hiccuping and skipping. I’m not expecting to be able to produce HD videos for the big screen, but just *watching* them is too much for this machine. If all you want to do is send email and type Word docs, maybe this computer will work for you. If you like YouTube or Hulu, forget it. I’m returning the computer tomorrow.

Kenneth K. Jackson Jr. on Sat, 24th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Great buy, a few cons
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is my first netbook, and it is, I believe, the best of the bunch.

Pros

great battery life (8 hours or so)

Very light

Looks great

Quick charge

Has webcam+mic

supports up to 2GB RAM

big hard drive

touchpad driver is efficient

excellent keyboard

Cons

shiny top is idiotic, scratches and fingerprints are constant

should have the newest Atom processor, the 1.8GHz N280 instead of the 1.6GHz N270

5400RPM drive is slow

not x86-64 compatible processor

touchpad is tiny and slick, with bad indicators for where the borders are

webcam is mediocre

no wireless-n or bluetooth

overheats easily

speakers are weak

headphone jack is tricky– it screws up the sound unless you pull the plug out of the jack about a dime’s width

no DVD drive: huge if you want to work with computers, install operating systems, etc.

The complaints are easy to ignore but would be great if fixed. I barely didn’t give this product 5 stars. I would say that if most of the cons were fixed it would tip it over the edge. A great buy overall, though. Get the Acer Aspire One Accessory Kit for a good drive. The mouse in the kit fixes all touchpad complaints, and the case prevents too many scratches.

R. Field on Sat, 24th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



As good as expected
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I tried an 8.9″ netbook and my fingers (even though I don’t have large hands) just didn’t fit the keyboard comfortably. I took my new Acer Aspire One on a trip and my traveling companion who had purchased the smaller one was very envious of mine because it is so much easier to use and also of the 160 gig hard drive.. I get about 5 hours of battery life with the 6 cell version. I am really pleased about that. The smaller screen is inconvenient with some software but it is okay considering how much easier it is to transport than my full size laptop. I was writing an application with Microsoft Access and it was difficult to see the screens. No regrets.

A. Likh on Sun, 25th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Nice Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It does the job that you want it to do. It’s very convenient for travel and you can take it with you on the roof of your house and chill.

Ken Winston Caine on Mon, 26th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Anyone who owns one of these tested the wattage with a Kill-a-Watt Meter?
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
If so, would you please do me a favor and report the real-world average wattage a 10.1 inch Acer Aspire 0150 pulls during typical use?

I need to know because I live on solar power and my total daily watt hours are limited to 1,100.

My current little laptop, a 2005 Averatec 3700, pulls 28 to 32 watts most of the time. I want to find a zippy netbook with at least 1.5 ghz processor that uses between 12 and 20 watts. And it needs to have a comfortable keyboard. I’m a fast touch typist and need a logical, relatively normal keyboard.

The Dell Mini 10 inch seems to fit some of the bill. I plugged a display model at Best Buy into my Kill-a-Watt and booted the computer and used Windows Media Player and had a hard time getting the computer to draw more than 14 watts and often it was drawing only 12. However, the computer was terribly sluggish. I don’t want a sluggish computer. And the touchpad pointer was not responsive, even after I went into Control Panel and tweaked its settings.

Surprisingly, I can’t find a single Acer 10.1 inch model locally. Have called and walked around to all the likely stores. In fact, am having a hard time finding the 8-inch ones now. They were all over before Christmas.

Did find one 8-inch screen display model at a Wal-Mart and tested it. It seemed quick and responsive. But was shocked to see it pulling 24 to 28 watts — and occasionally higher — during simple, routine use. Not even more than one window open.

Can’t imagine that this model with a larger screen would pull less — unless Acer has made some efficiency improvements. But I sure like the Acers and after reading close to a hundred of these reviews, was pretty convinced I was going to order one. (Until I tested the wattage of the 8-inch model. Now I’m frustrated.)

Am hoping someone out there who owns one of these also owns a Kill-a-Watt meter and will take the couple minutes to plug the Acer into it and watch the readings as they surf the web and maybe play a video. And then report here? Please?

Also, if anyone knows the difference between the 0150 and 0250 (just out as I write this), could you detail it?

Thanks,

kwc

Hvtwnmom on Tue, 27th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Nice little netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great little gadget for anyone who wants a convenient way to surf the web or manage e-mails. The keyboard is more compact than a typical notebook and takes some getting used to, but that is to be expected for a small netbook. It is worth the extra dollars to invest in the 6 cell battery; the charge lasts approximately 7 hours. Also, I think it is worth the extra few dollars to purchase this 10 inch screen model, rather than the less expensive nine-inch model; the extra inch makes a big difference, particularly for those of us who are entering our “bifocal years”! While the six cell battery and larger screen make this model a bit less compact than the smaller, three cell battery model, it is still a very portable unit, lightweight and about the size of a hardback book. Overall, a great value!

F. John Anderson on Wed, 28th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



This model is a home run!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer has a winner here. I picked this up for my wife a Traveling nurse for her e-mail on the road. Well imagine my pleasent surpirse at how powerful this little thing is it runs World of Warcraft on line no problems. Why buy an Apple Air thats bigger has a smaller hard drive 120 gig compared to 150 gig on the Acer. The Mac needs special dvd drives and cables and has just one usb port. This Acer has 3 usb ports a digital card reader for your cameras card, external mike jack along with the built in mike, built in wi fi, built in webcam, printer jack, cable modem jack and uses all standard external accessories dvd’s,hard drives, etc for a fraction of the Airs cost …Mac $1799 Acer $329 and it weighs the same 3 lbs. Plus the Acer’s battery lasts over 8 hours the Air only 4.5 hours barely 2 feature films worth. I’ve been on 6 hour flights and 8 hours sure beats having an hour and half of listening to the on board stuff after your Air runs out of juice. sure t5he apple is thiner big deal Our acer fits in a camera back pack apple for get it! Yeah I own a Mac Air and the Acer its a far better machine.

K. Cohen on Thu, 29th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Don’t buy this computer!
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I bought this computer on Saturday, and by Friday the computer would not boot up – the OS had become completely corrupt. Of course, after reading every single booklet that came with the computer trying to find some sort of reference to customer service, I found a small paragraph that read “For customer support centers in your area, visit http://www….etc.” I find it pretty difficult to go to a customer service website to find a number when my computer won’t work! Luckily I still had my MAC on hand, I was anticipating its demise by purchasing this Acer computer. I visited the website and it referred me to the only customer support center in the US – in Texas, on the other side of the country. After waiting on hold for about 30 minutes, I got through to a representative who guided me through the system restore process – to restore the computer to factory settings (mind you I’ve only owned this computer for 5 days). So good luck with this computer. Maybe the same thing will not happen to you!

Patricia Haywood on Fri, 30th Jul 2010 12:00 am 



not wonderful, not great
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I studied all the reviews and did some online research before i made my purchase. I can honestly say that when I received it and first tried to use it I was going to return it to amazon.com the first day. The mouse froze in midscreen and would not move. I use a laptop connection device to connect to the internet and that does not work exactly great. I kept working with it, using a regular computer mouse, and eventually the laptop mouse started to work, no idea why or what I did. My internet connection device is slow and I had a terrible time trying to download anti virus, took almost two hours. I think if someone has wifi or ethernet this would be a good purchase, but if you have to use other connections you may want to think twice about this purchase.

The folks at amazon.com are amazing and will go out of their way to work with you. It’s wonderful to be able to call a company and actually get a live person to speak with and help you. I would make another purchase from amazon.com without any qualms.

thank you

John L. Sworm on Sat, 31st Jul 2010 12:00 am 



Netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Pros: Small, long battery life, enough ports for most things

Cons: Need an external mouse,

Alex Alexzander on Sun, 1st Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Very good value for the money
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I took delivery of my Acer about a week ago. I am compelled to write this review because prior to buying this I had owned two other netbooks. The original ASUS 701, and then later the HP2133. Both of which were great for varying reasons. But I want to focus on this netbook.

There are several import features any netbook user will soon realize have great value. First, it needs to be reasonably powerful. It needs to have a reasonable keyboard layout. And it needs a good battery life. When you choose what is best for you, take my word for it. If any of those three items are not up to your expectations, you’re not going to be happy with your choice.

Let’s cover the powerful part first.

This particular ASUS has 1 GB of RAM, and it’s a single SO-DIMM which you can replace very easily with nothing more than one screw and a Philip’s screw driver. The cost of the DIMM at the time I purchased mine was $25 for a single 2 GB SO-DIMM. And just like that, I went from 1 GB to 2 Gbs for the Windows XP Service pack 3 install on this netbook. You’ll want to do the same. Jumping from 1 GB to 2 Gbs changes the whole experience and it’s not a lot of money. Just do it. You’ll be glad you did. Or more to the point, you’ll not be as happy as you could be if you don’t.

Next is the processor. This one uses the Atom 1.6 GHz CPU from Intel. On battery it scales back to 1.0 GHz and extends the life of the battery. On AC it jumps up to 1.6 GHz. Even at 1.0 GHz, I didn’t realize it reduced in speed at all. My use of Open Office on this felt as it always feels.

The battery

The battery life remaining time indicator ranged from 6.5 hours to a whopping 9.4 hours. I have yet to even see the battery die because I have not had the opportunity to use it on battery long enough to actually kill the battery. It just lasts and lasts. Virtually every single laptop or netbook I have owned doesn’t come even remotely close to the battery life of this thing. And I have to tell I have been disappointed many times in the past over this single issue. I need a laptop that can last a while on battery, otherwise I am lugging something around for no real reason and I don’t like that. You will get plenty of battery time on this.

The keyboard

I hate to say this, but the keyboards on the ASUS line are the worst. And this ACER and the HP netbooks out there are superior. Both the HP2133 and this ACER have 92% sized keyboards. But just as important as close to full size is, it’s not the total. It’s the keys themselves. You simply must have a right shift key under the enter key and it must be larger than the enter key. Why? Because that’s the muscle memory you have when you type. All keyboards have always been this way until the dawn of the netbook when vendors such as ASUS changed that. And it makes the eeePC difficult to work with. Some keyboards put the UP key right under the Enter key. And you will intend to shift, but instead will cursor up and start inserting text into a previously finished sentence. This will drive you crazy. Always look at the images of the keyboard layout before you buy a mini. This Acer has the proper layout.

Some notes on other netbooks.

You should know that many netbooks have just 1 GB and are not expandable. Do not assume you can drop 2 Gbs into any netbook. You’d be wrong in that assumption. Do not assume that SSD is always better. I happen to own an SSD drive, and I paid a fair amount of money for it. It’s not so much better than a hard drive at this point. Not until the lower cost ones dump the old JMICRON controller which causes stutters in loading is resolved. The more expensive ones use an Intel controller but cost more than this netbook does. And JMICRON only recently announced a new controller that resolves this issue. For now, a cheap 2.5″ standard laptop hard drive is still a better bet for the money. Be sure your netbook can use a standard 2.5″ laptop drive. They are so cheap these days. You should easily have 160 to 250 Gbs of storage. Many believe less is fine, but we all say things like that early on, and then demand more and more from our purchase as time goes forward. So just go for something spacious to begin with and you future-proof yourself. This particular ACER has a nice 160 GB hard drive.

The Mouse Pad and button

I read many reviews that talk about the mouse pad and button. They all scared me by being so very negative about it. Claiming it has a life of its own, etc. And how hard the button is to press. I am sorry to say I think those reviews are written by, shall we say people with no brains, or something. The single button is really two buttons. You press the left side of the single button to do a left mouse, and you press the right side to press a right mouse click. The center is the rocker bridge. If you press the center, nothing is going to happen. Like a teader todder, the center is what is holding the button in place. You are not meant to press there. You are meant to press the left side and the right side. Sorry but, dah. How dense are people not to realize this. And the mouse pad itself. I have nothing short of perfect results with it. I am happy to discover this after I bought it, but those who wrote such poor reviews of it need to stop drinking or smocking whatever they are abusing so early in the morning. These must be the same people who think that tray on a CD drive is a coffee cup holder.

Screen real estate. This Acer has 1024 x 600. A web page as wide as the Wall Street Journal will have no problem at all. From left to right, you see the width at 100% without problem. But the up and down resolution of just 600, a common size in most netbooks is really the minimum. Some newer gen netbooks are starting to offer higher resolution. My HP2133 does 1280 x 768 in an 8.9″ screen. It’s too tiny in my opinion, but you get used to it. Problem is, my HP2133 uses a VIA processor, not an Atom. The Atom is by far the better CPU for these minis. A 10.1″ screen at 1024 x 600 is large. You will be able to read the screen easily. You just don’t have a lot of top to bottom real estate. So limit things like tool bars so you leave enough room for the content itself.

I paid a total of $365 for mine with shipping and the cost of changing the memory to 2 Gbs. I feel like I got much more than I paid for. So much so I gave my HP2133 away to a friend in need of a netbook. This is my 3rd purchase of a netbook, and so far I finally feel like I got it right.

Alex Alexzander

Robert C. Lieberman on Tue, 3rd Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Great netbook – great price!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My wife (at age 59) showed an interest in having her “own” small computer to use at home, a first! As a birthday gift I ordered her this netbook – after checking reviews and pricing – Amazon offered the best “bang for the buck” with an upgraded 6 hour battery.

It works like a charm – phenomenal battery life – fast speed – all in all a wonderful lightweight alternative to full size laptops. Very easy to use – which was important. The only add ons needed were a wireless mouse, as she can not use a finger pad (had one at work – I finally changed that out for her also) and a great buy on a carry case.

Came immediately – and as always – Amazon pricing ran circles around the stores and ebay vendors! Next vacation – the netbook goes with us – my full size laptop stays home!!!!

5 stars for this netbook!

E. Byrne on Tue, 3rd Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Better than expected.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
After lots of research I decided on the Acer Aspire One netbook because of the multi-card reader, the 160 GB HD, the 1GB of Ram, the 6 cell battery and the 10.1 inch screen. I have had it now over a week and have since upgraded the memory to the 2 GB memory card. Like another reviewer I feel like I have gotten more for my money than expected. The screen is very clear, even outside in the sun. It streams video and music seamlessly. The webcam worksed very well while talking to a friend using Skype. The keyboard works well for me (with my small fingers) and my husband and other male friends (with much larger hands) had no problem typing on it as either. It was very easy to change the memory card. I have been able to get between 6 and 7 1/5 hours of battery life from my 6 cell battery. I am also able to have multiple applications open simultaneously with no noticeable lag.

I was prepared to hate the buttons on the touch pad due to the poor reviews that they received on almost all other reviews. Yes it is a stiff button but in the time that I have been using it I have gotten used to it. It is not annoying enough for me to get an external mouse just yet, and I have logged quite a few hours on this machine since I received it. One draw back is that this machine, unlike other models, does not come with a sleeve or case, but I have found one that works well for it from Amazon and am very happy with it.

Over all I am extremely pleased with this device and its functionality and have recommended it to all of my friends and co-workers. It is extremely portable and user friendly and I hope that this review helps others to make an informed decision.

Summerhawk on Thu, 5th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



My first laptop
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This Acer was recommended to me and I have no regrets in getting it. I love taking this machine wherever I go! It is certainly not a ruby red color, it’s a burnt sienna color (hence the four stars, not five). That was the only disappointment. This machine works smoothly, it’s easy to type on, the battery lasts a great amount of time. I went to Best Buy and got a little case for it and it fits snugly. I would highly recommend this Acer to anyone who needs a netbook.

R. Kearns on Fri, 6th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One – Six cell
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
A great laptop at a great price! If you are not bothered by the smaller keyboard you will love it.

Chatchamont Piyatanont on Sat, 7th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One 10.1 Inch
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
The look is great, but the service is very bad. I have problems with this new laptop and until now they can’t help me fix it and don’t let me send it back for exchange or return. Can’t access Window for 2 weeks and still have to try to fix it by myself even though have no idea how to fix it. Fortunately, I still have my old laptop otherwise don’t have a computer to access internet for study and work.

Acer Aspire One Broken Lid Event on Sun, 8th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Beware of Acer Lid Events issue
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Basically, I have tried:

1. The factory load

2. XP Pro

3. Windows 7 RC1

In all cases, the lid event error is there. It is not really an issue unless you try to run an external monitor. It manifests itself as 100% CPU utilization, when the lid is closed if you tell it to do nothing when the lid is closed. Apparently, it puts the ACPI into a continuous loop where he runs the event again and again

G Grosky on Mon, 9th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Sweeeeeeet!!!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
After extensive research on many brands of netbooks, I chose this Acer for its 6-cell battery, size, weight, value for the $, and best of all the color! It is absolutely perfect for toting anywhere, especially to college classes which is my main reason for buying a netbook. I understand the negative reviews on the sizes of the keyboard and screen, but after all, it IS a netbook so what can one expect? The sensitive mousepad can be frustrating, but I am getting accustomed to it. For easier use for a long period of time, I just plug in a keyboard and mouse. Along with the Acer, I purchased an external disc drive which I would highly recommend.

V. Mitchell on Tue, 10th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire 10.1
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Looks good. Works well. Easy to use. Beautiful clear picture. Very very handy for travel and in the car.

C. Schlueter on Wed, 11th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Netbook not bad for the price.
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
For the price, the Acer Aspire One netbook is pretty sweet. Just 2 things I’d change: include a multi-type card slot instead of just a slot for an SD card, and use a pointer instead of a track pad. It’s hard to type on the smaller keyboard anyway, and practically impossible to avoid touching the track pad. A pointer would be a better option.

Roland N. Meyers on Fri, 13th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Great Little Computer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve had this little puppy for over a month now and can tell you I have no regrets in buying it. It does exactly what it was designed for and does everything my 7 lb. HP laptop did except play DVD’s. Sound is supprisingly good for such little speakers, picture (movie)quality pretty good also. I have streamed several movies from my home server while setting in a motel room several times with very few pauses in the stream. I changed out the RAM with a 2 gig stick and everything including MS Office 2007 runs without a hitch. It does everything I want for about a third of the price and half the weight of my last laptop. You won’t be disapointed if you buy this netbook.

Dr. W. Mohr on Sat, 14th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Fine little machine BUT…
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I bought this tiny netbook mainly to serve as the monitor for my vehicles’ GPS. These little 4″ or 5″ or whatever GPS thingies are too small for me (even though I am only 5’6″) so I opted for this handy laptop.

Performance: good for a midget computer

Keyboard: almost normal size, very good

Battery life: superb

Display: see below – unacceptable, and that is what it’s all about, you gotta SEE what is going on, NOT GUESS folks!

Video watching: faultless; no frame jerking or such

In my cars that’s where the troubles begin: Even on a cloudy day I can only hypothesize a picture on the screen! In my house it is acceptable; take the thing to a rather dark room – the extremely glossy picture is fine, but lift the window blinds and voilà, you can’t see no nothing nix nada zilch zero. Thanks heaven the GPS program tells me loud and early enough where to turn into which street etc. Yo I feel like I’d fly on audio LIFR (Low/Limited Instrument Flight Rules). OK.

Now on to the aspect ratio: neither fish nor flesh, i.e. not 4:3 or 16:10 (16:9 is for TVs) but something in between.

Sob and sigh… But I am too lazy to send the unit back.

Conclusion: a fine little fast enough machine with superb battery life, recommendable for use at home, in the coal storehouse or at the bar, but definitely not for use outside or in a vehicle.

One more fact: the little Acer is well suited for CSI as the very best finger-print collector I have ever seen. Am I framed now?

C. Schumacher on Sat, 14th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Very Pleased
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this netbook to enable my wife to easily look things up on the Internet while reading in an easy chair. It does that and almost everything else we want a home computer to do, exceeding my expectations. The Wi-Fi response time is very fast. My large classical music library on iTunes fits on the Acer and plays beautifully on our stereo – wirelessly with an Apple airport express. And the sound quality and volume via the earphone socket are totally satisfactory. The built-in speakers are plenty loud. When we connect it to a large monitor and keyboard, we’re really not aware we’re not using a full-fledged notebook costing several times as much.

Buying such things from Amazon is terrific. My reading of many highly informative reviews on Amazon played a major role in choosing the Acer and the Crucial 2GB memory board. A key factor was commentary about the sound quality, which several reviewers said is better than that of the competing Asus. The first Acer was dead on arrival. Amazon put a replacement in the mail before I got the dead one to UPS, all of which cost us $0.

My wife has to keep reminding me that I bought it for her.

Erick S. Oliveira on Mon, 16th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



acer aspire one – good option
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
very good option. despite this is not a performance laptop, this netbook does what it is supposed to do.

By they way it is pretty impressive: I upgraded to Windows XP Pro and using only internet explorer, Microsoft Office package, skype , Adobe Acroba and MSN, it works fine and very responsive.

Just the touchpad buttons for the mouse are bad. Need to press strongly to get proper function. So for that reason, added an external usb mouse. This is the only bad point.

Despite of that, this is a recommended item. Makes what it promisses for the price you pay.

M. Pickett on Tue, 17th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Great computer!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve had this computer for about a month now and it works great! Don’t fret if the mouse doesn’t work normally at first, it loosens up in a few days. The webcam is pretty cool, and the pics turn out well. overall a great computer for a low price.

Carol Popick on Tue, 17th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 10.1-Inch Sapphire Blue Netbook – 6 Cell BatteryWonderful little computer. Fast and easy to use. Long battery life.

K. Norton on Thu, 19th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



LOVE LOVE LOVE my Acer Aspire!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I just got this netbook a week ago and couldn’t be more pleased. The portability alone is worth the cost of this convenient little laptop. I did an extensive amount of research before I made this purchase and am so glad that I chose this one. The battery life is amzing. One of the reasons I chose this particular make and model is because of the reviews it had on the battery life. I use it all the time and don’t have to charge it very often at all. Maybe every other day. Because it is so small I can really carry it everywhere I go so easily. It’s great for surfing the web, emails, and Microsoft Office. The speed is pretty impressive. It starts up within about 20 seconds. I would recommend this to anyone looking for and affordable, portable laptop. I love it!

Marta De Pinho Amposta on Fri, 20th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



ACER Yaneth
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The products were received on tima, they look like as the offer and they are working very well until now

S. Banks on Sat, 21st Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Review from a longtime Mac user
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I attend a lot of meetings within my company and with clients. I go to seminars and conferences and I travel for work and family. I am a serious long time Mac user. Going back to about 1985 – I cut my teeth on a Mac Plus, yeah – old school. I switched to apple laptops later and loved them. I currently have a great 15inch MacBook Pro – its awesome. Powerful, runs amazingly fast, gorgeous. Its also heavy, big, and has pretty pathetic battery life. Its not usable for quick meetings. I have to pack the macbook, the cables, etc.. and usually my macbook was hooked up to a lot of stuff already so a pain to unhook it 4-5 times a day and take to a meeting and then reconnect it all.

I wanted a small laptop for note taking and light internet usage. I wanted it to have great battery life and I did not want to have to carry it in a bag. I wanted to be able to run to a meeting either down the hall or across the street and just grab the laptop and go. Not really possible with a $2600 apple laptop. I was tired of lugging my big apple laptop and accessories on vacation & worrying about getting it stolen or damaged at the hotel. I wanted a “throw down” laptop that if it was lost or stolen, I wouldn’t be out $2600.

Enter the Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165, a fellow at work bought one for his daughter and I marveled at the size. It took me a long time to make the decision but I did it and have been very very happy. I waited for Apple to release something that was under $500 and realized it wasn’t going to happen. I bought the red Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 and let me tell you it is amazing. Its also the first wintel machine I have ever bought. Of course these days its easy to use this on a mac network or to use a USB stick to transfer files. So mac users, if you are tired of waiting for an apple netbook – give this guy a try – i promise you won’t be disappointed. It connected to my airport extreme base station easily.

Pros:

Very sturdy build, very impressed with it.

Bright, glossy screen. Just a great screen.

Lots of adds – webcam, 3 usb ports, ethernet port, wifi, audio in & out

Big roomy HD and ample Ram.

Very solid feeling keyboard.

Insane battery life, I clocked it at 5+ hours plus one day and it still had 14% left.

Easy access to the hard drive and ram slot, could not be easier.

And the price – crazy cheap. $329 from Amazon.

Cons: (there aren’t many)

CLick pad is small and hard to press, maybe it will get easier to use.

The power adapter is huge, really big. Luckily it has a great battery.

Comes with a lot of bloatware, but easy to nuke the junk.

No DVD / CD drive, well at this price…. can you expect one?

No system CDs. Unsure what I would do if I screwed up the OS.

Windows XP just pales in comparison to OSX, but its ok for light usage.

Tracey Y. Johnson on Sun, 22nd Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Acer One Buyer BEWARE of One-year Warranty!
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Buyers BEWARE of the so-called one-year warranty!

I purchased this netbook on February 20, 2009 for my daughter’s 18th birthday and graduation gift, which hasn’t occurred yet but gave it to her early. As of May 9, 2009 the product isn’t working and since May 10, 2009 have been corresponding through Internet email tech support to resolve.

First, it was recommended to restore to a date when system was functioning properly. That didn’t work. The other recommended was to run the e-Recovery program which restores the system to the factory settings. This requires the use of an external optical device which I had to purchase (that I received on May 21, 2009 for a cost of $78.88 – Wal-Mart) to be used to back-up system before running the recovery program. Well, that can’t be done due to the initial issue and that is that the netbook is kind-of-in a frozen state. You click on the icons or programs and the hourglass continues to run.

When I reported the latest, basically I was told this is “Advance Troubleshooting” which is supported over the phone that is chargeable at a cost of $2.95 per minute with the slots 30 minutes ($59.99), 90 minutes ($129.99), or 15 issues ($199,99) and the validity will be 1 year which can be billed to your credit card. I can’ believe they are using “Advance Troubleshooting” as justification for not honoring the one-year warranty on their system that stop functioning properly within three months and as a way of charging the consumer more money.

So, PLEASE beware of the one-year warranty because your issue may get labeled as “Advanced” which will require more of your money.

J. Durand on Mon, 23rd Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Good Purchase. Good Netbook.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a very well constructed and good performing netbook. It has good battery life, yeileding 6.5 hours using a battery drain test. Computer performance is very good, although I did upgrade to 2GB ram, which is recommended. The materials and construction are of high quality, with a more upscale look and feel than others in the segment. The webcam is not the best, compared to others. The tactile feel of the keyboard (IMO) is very good and mousepad buttons, although stiff at first, do soften up. The mousepad itself has some nice features and if you take time to learn how to use it and fine tune it to your pressure sensitivity you will be pleased. Mine is the white version and as someone else stated the cover is pearlized while the bottom is solid white. They don’t quite match exactly but they work well together. The screen is very bright and I often turn it down to the lowest setting. I only wish the computer would remember the last setting I left it on since it seems to always default to the brightest setting everytime you turn it on. Not a big deal though since it takes a second to turn it down. Overall happy with this purchase.

Sondra on Tue, 24th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Worth every penny
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I LOVE my Acer! It’s everything I need for on the road. Battery life is more than what’s listed in the specs, and the sound is great for such a small system. I did notice a freeze every now and then when it was running on the 1 gig RAM. Haven’t noticed it at all since I upgraded to the 2 gig. Best small computer I ever purchased!

D. Land on Tue, 24th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Dump the laptop and get one of these!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve been using an older Dell 14″ laptop for several years for casual web surfing while watching TV and such. I saw one of these Aspire netbooks at the local Radio Shack and it caught my interest. Smaller than the laptop, MUCH lighter and yet still plenty big enough.

It came this week and here are my first impressions…

It’s plenty fast! I can’t tell any difference between this and the older Dell Inspirion I had. It’s much lighter and yet still fits in my lap OK. The screen is smaller but still very readable for my over 50 yr old eyes. It does require more up/down scrolling to read websites but it’s easy to do with the up/down keys. Speaking of those, they are very well positioned and easy to use, I like the combination of up/down/left/right and page up/down all together like they are.

I didn’t like the scrollpad’s option of page scrolling, kept getting in the way of just moving the mouse so I turned off that option in the control panel the first day and just use the up/down buttons on the KB.

The left/right click buttons take some getting used to, you MUST click out on the very end of the button bar for it to work properly.

The rest of the keyboard is about 90% size and easy enough to touch type on but I have slender hands. If you have big hands you need to try one of these first before buying.

Sound is good for movies and online video, if you want really good sound use a set of headphones. I already have DVD ripping software and several movies ripped for viewing on my Palm TREO, they play just fine on this machine AFTER I downloaded a free .avi viewer off the web.

1GB of RAM has been plenty so far for just surfing, email and such. The HD space is HUGH! My older desktop only has 80 GB and this is twice that! So I’ve got plenty of room. I copied my videos and music over my home wireless network so I’ll have them handy on the netbook. Do this overnight if you have a large collection! Just copy all your ‘my documents’ over and let it run on the AC adapter overnight.

The WiFi connection had no problem with my Linksys network.

The first day I ran a battery test after charging fully overnight. It ran over 8 hours! I modified the power settings to keep the screen on and some disk access along with wifi going the whole time. That is VERY good.

I can see this will be just fine for home surfing and really handy for long plane or car trips. Rip a few of my favorite movies and watch them to kill the time! (I’d use the desktop for ripping and just copy the file over on the wireless network). The desktop will still be used for PC work that requires concentration, spreadsheets, paying bills, important stuff.

I dumped the McAfee antivirus and downloaded the FREE AVG Antivirus first thing. I also don’t plan on using MS Office or Works, I’ll use Google docs online for all of that and I can get a FREE viewer for Word, Excel, and Powerpoing from the Micrsoft website if I need to view one of those document from email.

I’m looking forward to using the netbook around the house, it’s so portable and the battery lasts so long I can start an online video or streaming audio and carry it around anywhere….

ACER, you’ve really ACED this one!

M. Bhatt on Tue, 24th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Touchpad buttons are the only negative
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I’ve had my 10 inch AOD150 for a month now. I love it! Starts up super quickly. Has amazing battery life (I have extended battery option) – 7 hrs! I was worried about the keyboard being too small but it is definitely not. Like all windows based netbooks, it definitely slows down if you have too many app’s open, so opt for the most RAM as possible. The only drawback is the touchpad buttons – they are TOO stiff. You have to stop typing & concentrate on pushing the left click button HARD with your thumb. This solution is easily fixed, however, with a portable mouse. Better for the wrists, too. I love that this model has one USB port on the left, and two on the right side of the computer.

Edgar R. Rodriguez on Thu, 26th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Perfect size
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I would recommed updating the memory card to 2G to speed up the laptop, but everything else is good. What is the best? It works with Windows XP…!!!

Closet Writer on Sat, 28th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Mini computer okay, webcam is not!
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
The Acer does a good job of allowing me to check my email and surf the Internet and is extremely portable: I am able to carry via my purse when flying. My issue with the Acer is the webcam. It only takes photos; I cannot find any literature or on-line support to get it to work, so at present it is useless to me and was one of the major reasons I purchased this computer. I am not a satisfied customer!

Kimberley J. Downey on Sun, 29th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Love Little Saphire
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer has a winner here. It’s small, compact, light and easy to carry. The battery life is actually more then 6 hours. Of course the screen and keys are small, but you can live with that. It truly is a little Gem! I highly recommend it, you won’t be disappointed. Amazon has the best prices too! Way to go Acer and Amazon, thumbs up!!!!

Mark Sekula on Sun, 29th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



disappointed by price policy of Amazon
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
This is about pricing policy of Amazon on this item.

Just wanted to let everyone know of my situation with Amazon. I purchased the acer aspire one 10inch on April 19. On May 18 the price went down by $15 dollars.

In speaking with an Amazon representatives, I am told that they won’t match the new lower price on their site. It’s within 30 days but they won’t match it. I was very upset by this given that on another item they actually lowered the products price to match what it was 4 days earlier to get me to purchase.

I am just writing to ensure you know what you are getting into by purchasing on line with Amazon versus buying from a local store.

C. De Luz on Mon, 30th Aug 2010 12:00 am 



Inspired
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My very first computer was an Acer that ran Windows 3.0, and it still runs. I was going to repplace a very obsolete Palm handheld when I came across a picture of the Aspire One. I began to investigate, and most reviewers gave it 4 to 5 stars. It is fast and compact (I carry it in my purse). I am running Office 2007, McAfee, Internet Explorer 8, and Adobe Standard 8.0. My boot time is less than 20 seconds. The screen images are crystal clear. The keyboard does take some getting use to, but its portability and other features make it worth the price. Acer also makes an accessory kit that includes an external DVD drive, optical mouse, and slip cover.

M. Morilla on Tue, 31st Aug 2010 12:00 am 



GREATTTTTT
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
not complain at all, great product and good quality…now I just need to get used to a PC…

Terrence D. Hopkins on Wed, 1st Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Everything I expected and then some. This unit is for travel. While traveling I expect to review e-mail and surf the web with wi-fi. So far so good. GREAT piece of equipment and you can’t beat the price.

T. Amsel on Thu, 2nd Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Light, useful, as advertised
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The Acer Inspire works well. It’s light and very usable. I haven’t tried the webcam yet, but it will be useful when traveling for work. The only drawbacks are the lack of an optical drive (which can usually be substituted for the use of a flash drive) and the slowness of the Intel Atom processor. For whatever reason, this processor is a bit slower at times than processors of the same “speed” in laptops or desktops. This is particularly true when many applications are open or when the mini hasn’t been restarted in a while. If you don’t let this happen, then you will likely not even notice this drawback. I do notice it, but the pros still outweigh the cons. A good buy.

Daniel M. Craig on Fri, 3rd Sep 2010 12:00 am 



our little golden nugget
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I recently purchased this netbook for my girlfriend, replacing the 5 year old laptop she had.

It was meant as a surprise for her, so I removed some minimal bloatware and installed some of the software she needs. It’s currently set up with Firefox, OpenOffice and Itunes and runs like a gem.

This being my first experience with a netbook I was extremely surprised at the capability for the price. It does everything she would need it for, is ultra portable, and stylish to boot.

I connected the machine to our home network and now she can get all the media she wants on her little companion. We’ve been watching full screen movies and tv shows while on the road without any issues.

The keyboard is small at first, but as other reviewers have stated, you get used to it. I have average size hands for a man and do a lot of typing. I have done a speed test with this keyboard and was able to write 60 words per minute. The only slow down coming from finding the new placement of special characters. I’m actually currently typing this review on it.

The battery life of the 6cell battery is as advertised. On the lowest screen brightness and without wifi you could easily achieve 8 hours on it. So far we’ve had no problems going longer periods away from an outlet.

I would easily recommend this product to anybody looking for an ultra portable device for the basic everyday computer tasks. I purchased the ruby red version as my lady likes a splash of color. The netbook feels very solid while being light weight at the same time.

My girlfriend refers to it as her “little nugget” and has really enjoyed this purchase. I knew she would love it, but I have to admit I was also happily surprised.

Bruno Freitas on Sat, 4th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Great product! Too bad it doesn’t come with 3G integrated!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is an excellent product. Althought, it’s a shame it doesn’t come with an integrated 3G interface. I think this should be a default item on every netbook nowadays.

aebcr on Mon, 6th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Great Value in a Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have been using this netbook for over a month now and I am very satisfied with it. Battery life is fantastic (8+ hours), very good quality screen with good range of brightness (can be seen easily outside at maximum setting), decent keyboard (for a netbook!) and well designed.

I agree with many other reviews that say the touchpad could be much better, but for the price, it is certainly usable. I opted for the Logitech V220 cordless mouse when buying this computer and am very happy with the performance for the price there as well. Consider the nano version of the mouse with the smaller receiver for better portability.

Excellent connectivity options, wireless G works well, mic/video cam and Acer’s video enhancing program works well for Skype and the like. Very portable/light weight (for a 6-cell battery machine), yet sturdy frame and screen. Battery protrudes a bit from the end, but acts to tilt netbook toward you for more ergonomic position — no complaints. Individual hatches over the memory/HDD/wireless card make upgrades much easier.

Only negative would be that at times it gets bogged down with some applications, but that is rare, and after all, it is a netbook, not a desktop.

If you want a highly portable computer for surfing the net, checking e-mail, and other low-intensity apps, and you are a value seeker — this is the netbook for you. You can’t beat the price for the screen size, memory size, 6-cell battery, and hard disk size.

mariasol on Tue, 7th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Great little machine
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The first one I received was defective (the touch pad stopped responding after a couple of hours) but Amazon’s return process is great and I had a replacement 5 days later.

I had not used a touch pad before but quickly got used to it. The smaller keyboard doesn’t give me any problems either. The Acer is a great value.

Crystal Henderson on Tue, 7th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



acer is great
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The size of the keyboard seems small in the beginning, but you get used to it. The acer is compact and just the righ size for what I need. Great product.

Julia A. Gambert on Wed, 8th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Compact, light, great alternative to a full size laptop. Only one complaint, too much glare on the screen. Not good for outdoor use.

Ruddy Ramos on Fri, 10th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



GOOOOOD
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
THIS LAPTOP IS VERY GOOD, IT’S PEFECT TO ME. I LOVE IT. I CAN DO ANYTHING IN ANYWHERE WHIT THIS TOOL.

B. Frank on Sat, 11th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Great little unit
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is one fantastic unit. It does just about everything a larger one does but in a compact package. Perfect for checking mail and internet when traveling. The battery lasts about 8 hours on a full charge.

alki on Mon, 13th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



better than an OQO
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I previously had an OQO 2. I used it mostly for internet (browsing/email) and office tasks (open office).

The Acer Aspire one easily beats the OQO for these tasks:

- Keyboard:

Having a real keyboard is really a good thing. This keyboard is soft and works very well.

- Screen:

A little bigger. 1024 instead of 800 horizontal pixels makes browsing the web and writing test much easier.

- Battery:

Huge difference: I easily get 7 hours instead of 2 hours on the OQO.

- Noise:

The Aspire One is really, really quiet. No high pitch fans. It also runs quite cool.

- Weight:

Well, the Aspire One is heavier, no doubt, and you can’t put it in your pocket. But at 2.5lb it’s light enough for traveling.

- Wifi:

The Aspire One has better wifi connection than the OQO, which is an important factor for this class of machines.

I can only highly recommend this cute little beast for anybody who needs web/office on the go.


Chef Derrick on Wed, 15th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Fun, portable, functional but not primary
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This notebook works well for what it is. I use it primarily as a media device; it stays connected to my stereo and TV most of the time. I use a Firefly Remote and software from Snapstream. Rather than paying $300 for a device that plays your media through your network on your home AV system but CAN’T be used for anything else, why not pay a few dollars more and get something that does all that, and CAN be used for tons of other stuff. I play DIVX movies through my wireless network and playback is smooth and looks fine on my TV. The first thing I did was uninstall most of the add ons that came pre-installed. Including (gasp!) the anti-virus package. Having done all that, it runs pretty fast now. This machine will not be used for anything important, no passwords will be typed on it, no banking, and only my least cared about web based email account will ever be accessed. Get an external cd/dvd burner and make your restore disks so if something does go wrong you can get back online without too much hassle. I had one program that would not launch because the screen resolution was not adequate. Plugging in an external monitor temporarily was a quick workaround. The camera seems to give a pretty clear picture. I only tested it by clicking on it in Windows Explorer since I don’t video chat. The speakers are under the unit so if you want to hear them, try propping it up so that the sound can get out better. Battery life from the 6-cell is about as expected, shy of the the 6 hours that they claim but good for 3.5 with average use. It sticks out 3/4″ beyond the back of the computer. I don’t like the mouse pad. It’s too small, doesn’t work well for me, and the buttons are not easy to feel or click since they are totally flush with the case. You can plug your favorite mouse or touchpad into one of the 3 USB ports so no problem there if it starts to drive me TOO crazy. For $350, this computer works as well or better than expected. Portability is superb.

Jeffreynrudolph on Thu, 16th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



strongly recommend avoid the ACER Aspire
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
Strongly recommend to not buy ACER Aspire One. Less than 3 months after purchase, the monitor cracked and no longer works. Upon returning it for warranty service and repair, was told it is not covered as it is physical damage. I explained that it was on a hotel desk one night working and did not work when started the next morning. The service technicians response was that I had probably closed the notebook with only one hand and that could damage the monitor. It is not covered by warranty. Such a piece of junk should not be considered a notebook/netbook that is used for travel. It is absurd that it is so poorly constructed that closing it with one hand would destroy it.

Avishek Shrestha on Fri, 17th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One compared to Dell Mini 9
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer Aspire One 10.1″

Pros:

- Quality build construction

- Very good keyboard

- 8+ hour battery life

- Extremely easy to upgrade the RAM

- 160gig hard drive

Cons:

- Integrated webcam is low resolution

- Large battery pack makes it a tight fit for most 10.1″ sleeves/cases

- No integrated bluetooth

Let me begin by saying I did 90% of my graduate thesis on this little machine, and it’s a wonderful deal at less than $400 (with a case and 2gig RAM upgrade). Typing is comfortable, and the keyboard is responsive and easy to use. The acer keyboard is very good.

I’ve owned the Acer Aspire One for about two weeks now – and I think it’s an excellent little netbook – especially with Windows 7 coming out soon.

I haven’t tried many netbooks other than the Acer Aspire One 8.9″ and Dell Mini 9. The smaller acer is really nice too, but I prefer the larger screen. A direct comparison with the Dell Mini 9 will follow…

My friend got the Dell Mini 9 because he wanted the bluetooth and to hackintosh it. The Dell Mini 9 has equalivalent or better build quality than the Acer, it just feels more “solid”. However, the Acer screen is better in both our opinions. Although the Dell is really nice too, there are two major weaknesses – the first depends on your budget:

1. Price – the Dell Mini 9 (note the smaller screen size) is much more expensive than the Acer for any similar configurations. The Dell also comes with a smaller battery.

2. Keyboard – the Dell Mini 9 has a TERRIBLE keyboard. The apostraphe key, which should be adjacent to the enter key, is below the period key on the Dell. What the hell. It’s where the ALT key usually is.

This turns out to be a major problem when trying to use the Dell for chatting or writing any papers. My friend ended up not hackingtoshing it because he hardly uses it anymore. It just sits on his bookshelf. The keyboard is so bad, the netbook is pretty much useless because of it.

On the other hand, I use my Acer every night. It’s perfect for browsing the web, writing a few emails, chatting with friends, and catching up on facebook. I don’t tired typing on it even after hours of use.

M. Monica on Sun, 19th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Bottom line: Functional, stylish, and a bargain.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It is such a joy to carry around a computer the size of a book and not have to lug around a traditional laptop. The 10.1″ screen is a perfect size with great clarity and reasonable performance. This model can easily be upgraded to have 2GB of memory from the standard 1GB that comes with it. Earlier models were a nightmare to upgrade. The 160GB drive is great and I partitioned mine so I can load Vista (comes with XP) and Linux (Ubuntu does not totally work without tweaks but Fedora does).

The red finish of this looks great. The red is more like a brick red or the red that Motorola uses on the Razor. It does not leave fingerprints as bad as the Asus EEE.

The keyboard works pretty well and while it is not full size you can adjust to it fairly quickly.

Battery life tends to be around 5 to 5.5 hours for my average use which is awesome. The newer Asus supposedly gets 9 hours but I rarely ever have to use it more than 5 hours and I’m a geek. So the style of the Acer fits me better.

The rest of the specs are nice: 3 USB, Giga network jack, and G wireless all work flawlessly (unless you’re talking Linux and that is always up to the distribution if all the wireless works).

Love my Acer One netbook and take it everywhere with me.

barbara james on Sun, 19th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



acer blue
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I really like this product. It’s dirt cheap and has all of the components of a larger notebook. I am computer illiterate, almost, and I found this to be very user friendly. It even has a web cam already installed which I haven’t figured out how to use yet. I bought my son-in-law one and he absolutely loves it. He has a $3,000 notebook but chooses to take this one (acer) to work with him. Everyone who sees this computer asks us where we got it. I can just imagine how nice it would be for students, from junior high to college, to help them with their homework. It doesn’t have a cd or dvd player but you can buy an attachment for $60 to listen to cds and you can attach your dvd player to the acer and watch your movies. It has a battery life of about 6 hours, which is nice. I can’t say enough about this product, as you can read. Go buy it right now and thank me later. Thanks for the opportunity to push this product. Barbara James

Cynthia Ivers on Sun, 19th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Acer is Aces if You Understand its Capabilities
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I think this is a terrific little Netbook. It’s portable, lightweight and relatively fast given what it’s supposed to be used for – email and simple internet. If you attempt to overload it with programs or expect it to react just as a regular notebook would – you will be disappointed. For basic email and internet use – it’s great. I’ve had no problems with the keyboard and I don’t find that the screen has much glare at all. Again – if you adjust your expectations and realize this isn’t a notebook and you can’t treat as such – you will love it as I do!

Pablo Sanchez Quesada on Mon, 20th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Totally satisfied, great performance really happy with this netbook, mine it’s working with 2gb ram and 500gb HD and without probs with those upgrades

Jennifer Stuck on Wed, 22nd Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Keys don’t work
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I loved my acer computer when i got it. It is a ton of fun and does everything a big computer does. BUT… my keyboard is already giving my trouble after one month. The number one key and the key below it stopped working. It makes it impossable to type web addresses without a one key. The other issue is the screen has a lot of glare. You can hardly use it outside. A big problem for me because i’m always outside using my laptop while my kids play. Bottom line. I still like the computer. The keyboard problem can be fixed and I can buy a screen cover that reduces glare. It’s still a great little toy. Good battery life. I can use it all day. I also love the size because I can type with one hand. And it fits nicly in my bag. Hope this helps

P. Land on Wed, 22nd Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Windows 7 on a Netbook? You betcha
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have to say right at the top that I’m not a big fan of the small form factor laptop genre in general. I’ve given them plenty of chances — remember those dinky Toshibas with the webcam on the swivel and the 3×7″ screen? No? count your blessings — but they’ve all managed to let me down for one reason or another. Batteries that don’t live up to their longevity hype.. lousy performance.. overheating.. poor durability.

So it was with some trepidation that I undertook a work project to determine if the latest round of netbooks could work feasibly in a specific work environment. This is a workflow that begs for a small machine that has lots of battery life, at least 1024x screen resolution and brightness, a *usable* keyboard, durability, and enough performance to run a Citrix session. Expandability is a plus too — VGA out, and at least two USB ports. Good WiFi radios. And that’s it. Oh, and do it for under $400, OK.

The first unit that came in was the Aspire One. Although it was appealing right away, with sleek looks and a bright screen, it suffered the same malady of all the other Win netbooks I’ve seen: XP Home. Granted, Pro is available, but the WiFi and power features of newer operating systems just aren’t in XP. And, as usual, the Acer was loaded with enough crapware (including the dread McAfee Suite and a 60-day trial of MS Office Home&Student) to turn the system into just another bloated laptop with a screen that wasn’t big enough.

XP had to go. But what to replace it with? Any Linux distro is out of the question given the target environment. I didn’t have an eval copy of Vista that would work. But I did have this Windows 7 Release Candidate, that promised to be fully functional until next March. Would this possibly work on such a small “underpowered” system?

The Win7 Compatibility Analyzer said “go for it”. So I took the plunge. After bumping the RAM to 2GB (one caveat: there is nothing in the manual to show you how to do this, and the bottom cover on the RAM slot is very difficult to remove; you have to squeeze it in from the ends a bit to pop it out), and using the included recovery software to create a recovery disk set (fortunately, I have a USB DVD burner; I guess that’s one way to keep the cost down on these — don’t include recovery disks — eegads), I fired up my freshly downloaded Windows 7 RC 32bit image and did a “custom” install (the only option, even though “Upgrade” is listed in the win7 install menu; you can’t upgrade anything but Vista).

Talk about night and day. The install went perfectly, with no driver issues *at all*; the few drivers that weren’t included in Win7 installed from the driver images I downloaded from Acer support, and went in without a hitch. The system didn’t find my HP Photosmart 3300 printer on the network automatically, but once I gave it the IP address it located the printer and installed the drivers. No 120 meg HP download required.

And the Aspire One runs Windows 7 as if it was designed for it. The “Windows Experience” rating is 2.1, if that means anything, with the low score based on the video system — but it runs Aero just fine, with no jaggies; everything pops up and down smooth and purty. Streamed AVI video files over the network look great. The 1024×600 resolution lends itself well to HD images. The speakers are only so-so, but considering the size of the system, they can’t be more than an inch across, and there’s a headphone jack on the side anyway.

And battery life? I used the system from a full charge, battery only, to play a constant stream of music on iTunes from my main system library, while browsing the web.. and watched a full movie on WMP (Midnight Cowboy).. and installed a few programs like Open Office 3.1 .. and surfed some more.. and after 5 hours 20 minutes of this I finally got a “Your battery is critically low” message.

I’ll have more details and a video on my blog (http://maximumentropydigest.blogspot.com) soon, but so far, this one’s a keeper, and yes, Virginia, you can Windows 7 it.

John Caradonna on Thu, 23rd Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Acer aspire one hassle free
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
What a great second laptop this Acer makes. I use it for times when I need to access the internet but don’t want to lug my main laptop into whatever room I’m in, or bring it out wherever I need to go. Easy setup, transferred all of my music from my Iphone right to my itunes library. Amazons price is about equal to what you would pay anywhere else but at least you know where you’re buying it from

agrimesy on Sat, 25th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



love lost
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
When I opened the box for the Acer One 10.1 inch Aspire, I fell in love. It was soooo cute! The compact size and tidy design just made me giddy. The screen was super clear and colorful. Keyboard, finger mouse, speed, sound all good. I read the manual first. Novel idea, I know. And that was the first little glitch. The manual is very generic often stating, “depending on the model.” The very first thing I was encouraged to do was activate a factory back-up using Acer’s built-in system. Well, you have to have a portable drive to do that. That was the second glitch. I borrowed one from my tech guy at work. Five and a half hours and nine CDs later, the back up still wasn’t finished. I didn’t have any more discs so I had to abort. I decided to go ahead and use the computer anyway. It was becoming apparent that I would need a portable CD/DVD-rom drive for lots of things meaning an additional $100 at least. I downloaded my iTunes library and my digital camera software. I put Chuzzle on it and Yahoo toolbar. Then, it crashed. Strike three. I got the dreaded System32 hal.dll error message on a dos screen, totally frozen no Windows access at all. The Acer people responded quickly to my email (on another computer), but it was no use. I would have to buy the boot up disk for $20 and the portable drive and another Microsoft Office (used my third download on the license) because the re-boot would swipe it clean. I realized then that I didn’t really want a netbook with no internal disc drive. Amazon was very reasonable about my returning it as is. I still think it is a sweet little laptop. Either I got a dud or the things I wanted to use it for were too much for it. My suggestion to Acer is to make the manual more informative. Had I known what the factory back up would entail, I’d have prepared for it. Also, all the solutions they offered me except for one included a model with an internal disc drive. If you buy this netbook, get the portable disc drive too. You’re going to need it.

Gerald R. Bernash on Sun, 26th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Bought as a graduation gift
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Bought this netbook as a graduation gift for my son. Have owned an Acer laptop for a number of years, and made my decision to purchase this item based on my complete satisfaction with my Acer experience. I am confident that my son will be delighted with this product and hopeful that it helps him as he enters into the next 4 years of his education.

M. Holder on Tue, 28th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



MY FAVORITE TOY!!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I was hesitant to purchase a netbook, it being so small and all…..but let me tell you. This is a little jewel! I love being able to take the internet with me wherever I go…..or not. Got me a 2wire modem/router and now I can just sit at the table w/hubby, drink our coffee, and surf the web. Or, curl up in bed and check out my message boards. Hubby likes it, too!

M. Holder on Tue, 28th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



MY FAVORITE TOY!!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I was hesitant to purchase a netbook, it being so small and all…..but let me tell you. This is a little jewel! I love being able to take the internet with me wherever I go…..or not. Got me a 2wire modem/router and now I can just sit at the table w/hubby, drink our coffee, and surf the web. Or, curl up in bed and check out my message boards. Hubby likes it, too!

Joseph Dispenza on Wed, 29th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Excellent purchase
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It’s a great computer…I was able to get into it right away. Only, the MS software is only on it temporarily.

James M. Owens on Thu, 30th Sep 2010 12:00 am 



Great product for the price
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I can’t say enough about this netbook. I bought my daughter the smaller version for Christmas, and found myself using it so much that I ended up buying this for myself. I am upgrading to 2G of RAM — not really necessary, but video lags just a bit full screen – I’m hoping this will resolve!

Ernesto Guevara on Sat, 2nd Oct 2010 12:00 am 



what about speakers?
Rating:3 out of 5 stars

It has good size and a nice camera, but the sound is not clear!!

W. Wallace on Sat, 2nd Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Nice little computer
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The Acer Aspire One has been a good product for us so far. Very portable and powerful given it’s size.

Pros:

The 10 inch screen is serviceable and a good compromise between a 8.9″ screen and a 15.4″.

Nice picture. Speed is fairly good. Amazing battery life with the 6 cell model!

Cons:

The track screen (mouse) is kind of small and the “seesaw” mouse button is too firm and works best using your index finger, so it is more cumbersome if your use to being able to click with your thumb.

P. York on Mon, 4th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Aspire One is a great Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve had the 10.1″ Acer Aspire One Netbook (160 GB HD/Windows XP/1 GB ram) for several months and really like it. I consider it to be my portable media player/surf the web anywhere type computer. It does not replace my desktop computer. I like a full sized keyboard and larger monitor too much.

The Acer Netbook accompanied our family on a 3 week Asian vacation and it was very handy to have along. We connected easily and fast to several wireless networks at relatives and our hotel.

The AC adapter is dual-voltage although I did have to purchase a small “Power Strip” because the 3 pronged plug is not compatible in Asia.

The Acer Netbook was bounced around quite a bit in my Carry-on Bag and it still looks new/the build quality is very good. On our trip I used the Acer to manage the photos off my camera each day and my son and I shared it to watch movies on our flights (ones I’d previously saved to the HD).

I purchased a splitter so two sets of headphones can be plugged in. The external speakers are not placed in a very good spot (underneath) and you have to position the Netbook on something that does not block the sound if you want to hear them/watch a movie without headphones.

The 6 cell battery can last for a solid 6-7 hours of multimedia usage if not longer. I have not been in a situation where I’ve had to worry about draining the battery yet.

As others have mentioned, you do have to spend some time (couple hours) cleaning all the “junk” programs off the computer. Ask a “techie” friend if you do not feel comfortable doing this yourself (use START–>RUN–>msconfig to clean up the startup programs as well). I’d recommend purchasing or borrowing an external DVD burner so you can create the three restore DVDs.

I expect that I will have to do a clean install every couple of years (given that it is Windows XP) but for now I can run multiple browser Windows, Windows Explorer and at least one MS Office program all at the same time with no noticeable lag. I have no trouble running iTunes or Netflix streaming videos either.

I’ve never been a “trackpad” fan and I leave a GigaWare wireless mouse permanently connected to the Netbook (the “dongle” only sticks out of the USB port a quarter inch). I am a touch typist and adapted to the Acer keyboard pretty fast. I tried several Netbook keyboards when I was looking and the Acer was one of the best. The dedicated Function keys are nice. The only separate keys that I miss are HOME and END which are placed down by the arrow keys and require you to push FN to use.

I also have a CaseLogic LNEO-10 Netbook neoprene case that has a side pocket that can hold the wireless mouse and AC Adapter. The Netbook went through all Airport security screening in this case with no one asking me to remove it (they do ask you to take out any accessories like the AC Adapter/mouse so I removed those before going through the screening).


malvo26 on Mon, 4th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Great netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
As former HP-2133 user I was a bit sceptical about the Acer Aspire One AOD115 but was surprised how things went. Every thing worked out of the box with WXP Home Edition. I upgraded to 2 GB ram with a DDR I had. Great netbook. With the 6 cell battery I get 6+ hours. Very recommendable.

W. Short on Tue, 5th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Acer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Other than not having a dvd drive this computer does everything my wife’s $1300 laptop does and the battery lasts much longer. I recommend a wireless mouse though, the touch pad is not as sensitive and doesn’t want to cooperate. All in all great computer for the price, local store wanted $600 for a 9 inch screen

Darlene J. Lane on Wed, 6th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Acer (AWESOME) Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 10.1-Inch Sapphire Blue Netbook – 6 Cell Battery

What a great netbook. I really am enjoying its use. Small, compact, long lasting battery and I can use Skype on it (Clearly) to talk with family and friends. Great travel computer. It follows me everywhere.

Thanks,

DJL

Donald C. Mcbride on Wed, 6th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Outstanding battery life
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this laptop mainly for use on the internet and love the long battery life. I have a gateway laptop that can run for about two hours without it’s “umbilical cord”. My new acer can go for up to 7 hours (over a two to three day period) before needing a recharge. I find myself dragging this laptop all over the house and onto the back porch, it’s exactly what I was looking for. The processor speed and storage capacity meets all my needs. Also, the built in webcam is awesome, it works flawlessly with gmail video chat. I would recommend this little beauty to anyone in the market for a netbook.

A. Volchok on Thu, 7th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Great Product. I would buy again.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Takes a little time getting use to the touch pad, keyboard, and screen. The battery lasts a long time about 7 hours. But when you watch videos, music or download stuff constantly, the battery lasts about 3.5 – 5 hours.

A. Yates on Thu, 7th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Great little computer!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a super little computer. And the price was great. I am 60 years old, and this is my first ever computer purchase. It is just right for me. Has all the capacity of a desktop. I can curl up in my chair in the evenings and surf the net, read newspapers, check out facebook, and play Scrabble Blast as much as I want!


Dick on Sat, 9th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Great Small Laptop
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have the 8.5 inch version and think it is great ;but the 10″ is more of the same with improvements. The touchpad is very much improved and easier to use. This baby laptop will do as well as laprops costing two or three time as much. By all means buy a mouse unless you love touchpads. The absence of a dvd drive is not as bad as one might think. I watch movies by downloading from my desk computer. The usual junkware is included but is easy to remove and if you mess up the restore function wull put it back to original.The 160gb hard drive wil hold dozens of movies. The run time is about 6 hours. All in all a great traveling companion.

chloebug on Sun, 10th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Super Cute!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I love my new Acer! It is perfect for everything! Little but not too little, fast, and the red is very pretty… Love IT

J. Becker on Mon, 11th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



I knew what I wanted..
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
in a netbook and the acer aspire one delivers. It was bought to surf the net, be light, and be simple. Battery life is excellent! This little machine caters to my family’s needs. With a ext disk drive it opens alot more possiblities. Very happy with our purchase.

Katerina Mickova on Tue, 12th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Hard to work in MS Word on such a tiny screen
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I am quite impressed with most of the features, I could probably get used to the keybord, but I do not think I will ever be able to work in MS Word on it. Being able to see only one ore two paragraphs of the document (Word 2007 buttons take another inch or so of the already tiny screen) just doesn’t work for me. I just can not see how I am editing my 100 pages long thesis on this. It is probably fine for taking notes, but I would not recommend it if you need to work with large documents. As well the touchpad is quite annoying. I would much prefer had Acer kept the traditional two buttons. I am returning mine and investing another 200 to 300 bucks more into something that is still portable, but it is also possible to actually work on it (not mentioning the advantage of being able to see a movie while traveling without having to upload it via USB-).

Monique N. Brockman on Wed, 13th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Cuteness does not overcome faults
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I have purchased the Acer Aspire 1 to replace my Fujitsu Notebook which was finally getting to be on its last legs after 7 years.

I’m surprisingly dissapointed, because its “cuteness” value does NOT make up for its faults.

First of all, whom –in their infinite wisdom– thought of making it super laquered and shiny! The thing is impossible to keep clean and it looks dismal with stubborn greasy fingerprints, no matter how many times I wash and dry my hands thoroughly.

The portability becomes useless when used outside or even while riding (not driving of course) in a vehicle, because the LCD screen pretty much dissapears into oblivion, so why bother.

That’s just the beginning. If you’re delighted with its size thinking you can just whip it out of your briefcase and do a quick email check or make anything els, forget it. This thing starts up as slow as a 486 , it is super slow, even with just the basics on it, it takes TWO MINUTES and 7 secs to come up. Apparently the solid state feature (which was one of the features I wanted it for), is the culprit.

The worst thing about this computer is the position of the mouse buttons. What mutant made that decision! You cannot possibly navigate and click with one hand because the mouse buttons are on both sides of the pad, so you pretty much need to use both hands to do anything.

This is probably a computer for those patient users who hunt and peck their keyboard and have nothing better to do than wait…. Then again, they better get new glasses, because even when choosing the extra large fonts, they are barely legible.

The only good thing: the size, but beware of the keyboard if you can type, because even for my small fingers, it was extremely difficult to use.

Do not buy this computer if you need it for business–and/or classes purposes, it is going to set you back in more ways than just the dollar amount you paid for it.


B. Vaughan on Thu, 14th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Very nice
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I had gotten one for my daughter a couple of months ago and she loved it. I had to get one for myself after that. I found an external DVD/CD and it works real smooth. I wish I had gotten the 2 GB chip from Amazon when I purchased it though. I paid a couple of dollars more. Great computer.

M. Darnell on Thu, 14th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Just What I Thought & Needed
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Purchased this as a second computer in my home and to take on an overseas trip. Great for surfing net wireless at my home. Son has typed one paper on allready. Perfect size. Booting up and overall speed are not problems. The one drawback is that I have not been able to find something to carry the netbook and its power cords in. Other than that I am very pleased with my purchase and its price.

Bob McFarland on Fri, 15th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Aspire One 10″ screen: Great value for travel computer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I really like the ease of use and portability of this little computer. Battery life (6 cell) is excellent. Boots up ready to go and with the leather cover I got from VanGoody, it looks like an organizer when carrying it around. Also, fits easily in my travel bag. Extremely pleased.

Adrian Walters on Sun, 17th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Exactly what i needed
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Did a lot of research before buying this net book. I only use internet, Microsoft office and organize my mp3 player with the computer so for me it’s perfect. Battery lasts 6+ hours when watching movies. It loads up fast and i haven’t found any problems when running a couple programs simultaneously. Highly recommend this computer.

Kenneth M. Chambers on Mon, 18th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One AOD150
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I like this netbook and don’t regret my decision. Plus: It’s fast. Faster than my old Pentium 4 Toshiba laptop, probably because of the newer technology because the Toshiba was a 2.8ghz and yet it’s not as quick as this one. I love the portability and battery life. I sit in bed every night and surf the net, answer emails, finish my website business etc. Battery can go 2 or 3 nights without recharging. Plenty of storage: 160gb hard drive and you can add a SDHC card for backup. I use a 8GB which when full will transfer conveniently to a DD DVD. Minus: Keyboard really takes some getting used to. I have fat fingers and it’s tough touch typing on the Acer unless you have the correct posture. The keyboard is however, set up conventionally so the keys are where you expect them to be. The screen is a little small for graphics. I have to add pictures to my website (I sell Pens) and it’s hard to judge the quality on this machine because the screen is too small and the resolution is limited. I usually set the pics up on my 17″ Toshiba and import them to the Acer over my network. You might as well go ahead and get the external DVD writer with this machine because you are going to want it. Almost impossible to load software over a network or by transferring it to another media. Todays programs are set up to run off a CD that exits on the machine. Summary: Great machine as long as you recognize the limited graphics and can live with a small but not impossibley small keyboard.

M. Woodman on Tue, 19th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Quite Happy
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Well I’ve had mine for a month now, and am very happy with it. I feel I need to explain my usage requirements for this machine. I wanted to be able to go online, or type from anywhere in my house, or on vacations. I needed a large enough hard drive to offload 12 mp pictures onto it without worrying about space. My desktop computer at the time of ordering was an elderly dell with 3/4 Gig of memory, and an old processor. This baby is both much faster, and more capable than the desktop, so it really depends on what you’re replacing as to how you feel about performance.

Cons:

No Optical Drive. Cuts out the weight, but I am slightly concerned about the ability of installing an operating system from a usb connected hard drive.

Caps Lock key. Everyone complains about the right shift keys on net books, but I’m constantly hitting the left caps key, and can’t seem to get Toggle keys (tones when lock keys are hit) to work reliably. Minor annoyance only.

Touch pad. I loathe touch pads of any kind, so I might not be being fair. This one has some funky features I haven’t figured out how to turn off, but connecting a usb mouse solves almost all of them, though it cuts into portability.

6 cell battery. Just an aesthetic, it sticks out quite a bit,and none of the selling pics on Amazon include it. I had to go search blogs to check what it looked like.

Finger prints. I didn’t think this one would bug me, but wow is it shiny. I’m trying to cover the top with stickers so I’ll stop obsessively wiping it. The plastic around the screen is the same shiny stuff, but be aware that it scratches if you so much as look at it funny.

Pros:

Big Hard Drive. So many netbooks have tiny hard drives, and the size of this one was a huge selling point. So what if it isn’t Solid State, neither is my 5 year old ipod, but it’s still going strong and I’ve actually dropped it a few times.

Xp. I hate Vista on a laptop. It’s on my new desktop, but with 6 gigs of memory, it can’t break itself too easily there. Every time I see it listed on a laptop with 1 gig of memory I cringe.

Weight: under 3 lbs for easily 7 hours of battery life, and plenty of ability. My mother is jealous with her 6 lb Toshiba laptop with a dead battery that she hauls everywhere to write.

Wireless. So far the internet has been flawless, though I haven’t really taken it walking yet. No dropping though like people kept reporting in the 8.9 inch models.

It does exactly what I wanted it for, and while it wouldn’t replace my desktop (screen size mostly) it is my dream laptop. Tiny enough to take everywhere, with enough battery life to be useful, and with an operating system I already used and understand.

The toggle keys bug, and the screwy touchpad kept this at 4 stars for me.

Chubby Mama on Thu, 21st Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Good computer / price
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I bought this computer last month. Overall I’m really happy with it. I can’t fault it for the obvious things (i.e. if I wanted a computer with a CD drive and Bluetooth, I would’ve ordered a computer with a CD drive and Bluetooth) but there are a couple things worth noting:

- The touch pad is kinda crappy, but servicable. Other laptops I’ve used have much better ones. I prefer using a mouse or a gamepad (you can download a free program called Joy2Mouse that lets you do that)

- The 6 cell battery lasts 3.5 hours tops for me. I just write and surf the web and play chess occasionally. Sometimes I look at hardcore Filipino pornography, but that ain’t no biggie. I do keep the screen brighter than the default setting, and I never turn my wireless connection off, so that may add to the battery drain. Just be aware that the 9 hours some people are claiming to get seems a little dubious to me.

I have no other valid complaints. This computer is great for the money and lots of fun to brag about. GET INTO IT

LK on Thu, 21st Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Spontaneous web surfing!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This netbook is wonderful – it’s very light which allows me to carry it with me whereever I go, and the battery lasts FOREVER. How many times have you thought of something and said to yourself “I need to look that up on the computer when I get home” and it never happens? With this netbook I can shop, do research, or create documents the moment I have an idea. So many public places have Wifi – no need to buy a larger notebook that requires an additional cost (initially AND monthly) to connect to the internet – with this netbook I am surfing for free! Hotels, restaurants, the gym, you name it – it goes everywhere with me. I love it – no regrets!!!

Leonardo J. Botelho on Fri, 22nd Oct 2010 12:00 am 



A lot of BS
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I was reading the low rate reviews, and I have to be honesty. [...] People complaining because they broke their computers and ACER doesn’t give a new one. I had two Acer Aspire one, and I recommend to everybody this computer.

It is not a professional computer, but works properly with Office pack, Photoshop and every basic stuff. And my computers didn’t break the screen because probably I took care of it correctly.

I’m sorry, but people are damaging the product just because they don’t know how to use it.

Dietrich on Sat, 23rd Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Beautiful Machine
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I would recommend this netbook to anyone who is looking for a second computer. I take this back and forth to class daily and have had no problems. It is light and performs all the functions I need away from home. Highly recommend this product.

Stephen P. Scafone on Sun, 24th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Perfect Portable Entertainment and Power
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I did some research on netbooks and was going to purchase the Acer 8.9″. However, after doing some hands-on testing I decided on this one. It’s been 3 weeks since purchase and I love this thing. It’s the only thing I use now. I do own a Dell Laptop but it now gets very little use. I have had 0 problems with this unit. First boot took some time but who cares, you only do it once. Despite what I had read, you can upgrade to 2GB of RAM, which I did. It will register as 1.99GB.

Pros:

Upgradeable to 2GB of RAM

Clear bright screen

Fast boot up to desk top

Plenty of hard drive room

Built in web-cam and mic work perfectly and in low light

Web surfing is just as fast, if not faster then my Dell and work PC

Very light, easy to move around

6 cell battery that actually holds its charge, I get about 6 hours of use

The battery design actually acts as a handle

Touch pad has scroll function

Nice finish and design

Easy brightness adjustment

Cons:

Touchpad could be a tad bigger

Left and right mouse buttons are built into one, like a rocker switch, makes right clicking a bit tricky

Keyboard a little smaller then other units, but nothing you can’t get use to

Speakers could be a little louder at max volume

No Bluetooth

No CD drive, but that is how it goes

No backlight for the keyboard which makes it hard to use in the dark

I would have given this a 5 star rating but for the touchpad and no back-light on the keyboard. It does suck sometimes not having a DVD drive but I have found ways to watch movies using my other laptop and software. (HINT ISO RIP and transfer the file!).

All and all I am very happy with this unit and would highly recommend it.

BRossy on Sun, 24th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Acer 10.1 quality machine
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The 10.1 Acer is a great machine and a perfect size for travel. A friend has the smaller screen version which I find just a little too small for my liking. Battery life is quite good. I have no complaints.


M. Roland on Mon, 25th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



I recommend it!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a fantastic notebook! The keyboard is easy to use and the screen is adequate. The notebook is very lightweight and easy to travel with. I purchased the upgraded memory and a wireless mouse to go the notebook which make it very convenient to replace my full size laptop which was heavy and bulky to travel with.

Jason Pancari on Mon, 25th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Best Purchase Ever
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I been using this product for a week and now i will write my review how wonderful it is. i been using it more then my desktop. its only weights around 2 1/2 to 3 pounds in weight. the battery lasts about 6.1/2 hours fully charged the only downside it doesnt have a cd-rom drive.I went ahead and bought one at my local chain store for a good price. Anyhow its not required you get a cdrom drive i decided to get one with it. acer really did a good job with this one

Yvonne Bowling on Tue, 26th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Greatest Thing Ever!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am a Flight Attendant and I had been carting around a 9lb laptop for over 4 years, then I was introduced to this hot little item. It’s the greatest! It is so light and very zippy! It has the same megahertz as my 15″ laptop but a 160GB HD where as my older Dell laptop had only a 80GB HD. I upgraded the memory to 2GB to help it be even more zippy. I highly recommend purchasing this netbook. It is so light and small but not too small to be able to see the screen clearly. Buy it, you’ll love it like I did.

mister x on Tue, 26th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



disappointing
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
mousbuttons are way to hard to push.

wlan is not working properly.

no bluetooth integrated.

the rest is nice – especially the long runtime.

N. Palmer on Wed, 27th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Perfect Travel Companion
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Compact,lightweight,fast & capable of doing everything most people need when traveling. E-mail, photo editing & saving, getting travel info from the internet are all easily done. Keyboard & touchpad are small, but not cramped. Have had it for 1 month and just love it. Find myself using it at home instead of my 17″ laptop because of its light weight. An external optical drive is necessary if you want to install some other programs, but Windows XP has all the basics.

P. Gee on Fri, 29th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



New model – just about perfect
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought the smaller version of this netbook which I liked except for the positioning of the mouse buttons and the battery like (mine had the smaller battery) but this newer version is great. Great battery life and the mouse buttons placed beneath the track pad.

Gilda Kiernan on Fri, 29th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



great little machine
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is the cutest little laptop I’ve ever seen. Just love it’s versatility and size. Can’t wait to take it with me on vacation so I can pass the time away while I wait for my flight. It’s so easy to carry and handle. Just love it.

Doreen on Sat, 30th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Very Useful Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have really enjoyed the Acer Aspire Netbook. It has good battery life and I find myself using it more than the laptop because it is small enough for a lap. Some laptops are just too large to be used that way.

The touchpad is a little erratic, but it is usable. Using a USB mouse will help on large projects. I personalized the software that I wanted on mine using an external cd writer/player. I have been very happy with it.

Lynn Alford on Sat, 30th Oct 2010 12:00 am 



Acer 10.1″ Notebook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Really like this notebook. I’ve always used desktop computers and didn’t think I’d like one so small. It also has a smaller keyboard than I am used to, but it is starting to feel familiar. The only thing Acer could add is a bit more info. to get the user started, especially the slot where you can add additional memory. The battery has a relatively long life which is a plus and the screen is clear with really good color.

Ali Ezad Abbas on Sun, 31st Oct 2010 12:00 am 



worth every single cent!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought a white one a couple of months back. Its a great value for money. The machine is powerful enough to be used as a primary computer. Excellent to take to classes. Fits really well into the backpack and with the 6 cell battery you hardly ever need to charge it! With wireless on, my battery usually lasts a day and a half even though I use it as my primary computer. It comes with a lot of extra software which in my opinion it could have done without. It comes with windows XP but I installed ubuntu linux as well. Ubuntu 8.10 had some driver issues with the sound and wireless cards. But 9.04 works like a charm.

T. Rice on Tue, 2nd Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Great Value
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is a great little laptop for the price. I needed something inexpensive that could do word processing and internet. I wasn’t concerned about space, because you can save a lot on to jump drives these days.

I wish it had a CD/DVD drive in it, but you don’t really need it. You can download most software off of the internet–like for printer drivers, etc. You can watch videos and stuff off YouTube, but the speakers leave much to be desired. It is not very loud, but it was not designed to do movies and music, so it’s fine.

If you have trouble with small screens, this screen might bother you. Sometimes I have to get up close to read the small stuff. Also, the keyboard is compact, so if you have big hands or large fingers, you might find typing on it tedious or painful.

Over all, though, I would recommend for kids, students, and anyone on a budget that doesn’t need all the bells and whistles. Just remember to have extra storage for stuff (jump drive) if you want to keep it running speedy!


Luke on Tue, 2nd Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Defective Monitor Out of the Box
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
The PC arrived with a short to the monitor. The screen went white during the setup and would not come back on a reboot. After a while I found if moved it to just the right spot it would come on, otherwise…white screen. I asked for a refund becaus if this one had a bad connection on day one, what would another one be like in a few months? I have heard monitors were the weak point but bought because of all the positive reviews. Maybe I was unlucky. Score on for the negatives.

Dave Berkus on Tue, 2nd Nov 2010 12:00 am 



A game-changing device
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
And I thought the iPhone was empowering. The Acer Aspire One AOD 150 with the 6 cell battery gives me an honest eight hours off the plug and even then sleeps and wakes so quickly that I’ve been able to use it for several days in meetings without thinking of bringing along my charger. I swapped out the Crucial 2GB 667 Mhz memory for the 1 GB supplied so I could run many apps simultaniously (Office 2007) under Windows XP. With a built-in webcam, three USB ports, a card reader and a VGA out, I now leave my larger, heavy HP at home even when giving PowerPoint presentations to hundreds in the audience. (The screen resolution for Powerpoints is 800×600 not 1024×768, but no-one can tell the difference in the audience.) So what if the Aspire is slightly slower than a two-core heavyweight. I can use this anywhere running the very same applications without backbreaking weight to haul. This is the new frontier for unteathered computing.

K. holly on Thu, 4th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



bummed
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Not usually big on writing reviews so here goes. I recieved my Acer back in March and it worked great for a week then the touch pad froze. Thought it felt a little stiff and sticky. Tried to repair it via customer support and it failed. They were very nice and helpful though. So, I sent it back for a replacement, and it worked great for a couple of weeks, then one day while watching a news podcast the screen goes white. Tried rebooting and it said i needed a boot disc. Of course this unit doesn’t have a disc drive, so i called customer support once again and they are mailing me a boot disc to transfer onto a flash drive. Big hassle!! Don’t have time in my busy traveling schedule to mess with it. I’m returning it for a full refund and purchasing another brand with hopes of better luck. Cool unit though when it worked properly.

Dennis P. Tucker on Thu, 4th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Great little netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I love this netbook. It’s very fast; small and easy to use. The battery life is at least 8 hours. It puts to shame my Dell desktop which I paid 4 times more (3 years ago) regarding its capabilities. I use it a lot more now because of its size and battery life than my larger notebook. If you’re looking for a small alternative, I recommend this netbook.

Denton Fashionista on Sat, 6th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire Rocks!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
We received our Acer Aspire One 10.1 netbook about a month ago. I LOVE this little guy. It has already gone on two trips that we would normally take the larger and heavier laptop, and this was convenient and easy to carry weighing in at least 3 pounds lighter than our 14″ Acer.

One thing that has really been a pleasure is the battery life – this thing goes at least 8 hours non-stop. We had a delay in the airport of 6 hours and it just kept going, we used it through a seminar for about 5 1/2 hours and it just kept going. It is great! I carry it around the house using it for different reasons, and am now able to truly say I am ‘mobile’. My other laptop is cumbersome compared to this.

I also love the number of usb ports available, the webcam, microphone, a nice size hard drive – basically everything you want but in a small, good-looking package.

I have to say I was not a fan of going back to NT from Vista, but I figure we will upgrade eventually. Vista actually has better security options than NT does (or at least what I am aware of).

This little dynamo is going to Europe this summer. It is going to get to see the world!


R. Tamaru on Sat, 6th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



excellent
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Excellent, does everything you need as long as you don’t need a cd/dvd burner on board. Also not for gaming. it is light weight, portable, great battery life. definitely upgrade to 2gb RAM, easy to install yourself. the 10 inch screen is big enough to see.

S. Narasimhan on Sun, 7th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



I would NOT recommend this
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
2 weeks after I got this netbook,the OS (Windows XP) is corrupt (Not surprising with Windows softwares).

Now I have to spend $20 to get the OS. I think Microsoft along with manufacturers is running a scam to sell their OS.

I don’t understand why Acer would not give me a Windows XP installation cd even though I pay for it! (The price is inclusive with the cost of netbook)

I now go online to see Acer’s website and their PanAm website has been down for more than a week! So, this netbook is simply sitting in one corner like a brick now.

This is the worst online purchase ever. Now I understand why there is people shopping at the sores though it might cost a bit more.

S. Narasimhan on Sun, 7th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



I would NOT recommend this
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
2 weeks after I got this netbook,the OS (Windows XP) is corrupt (Not surprising with Windows softwares).

Now I have to spend $20 to get the OS. I think Microsoft along with manufacturers is running a scam to sell their OS.

I don’t understand why Acer would not give me a Windows XP installation cd even though I pay for it! (The price is inclusive with the cost of netbook)

I now go online to see Acer’s website and their PanAm website has been down for more than a week! So, this netbook is simply sitting in one corner like a brick now.

This is the worst online purchase ever. Now I understand why there is people shopping at the sores though it might cost a bit more.

Benny Green on Tue, 9th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Amazing piece of technology
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
We are completely satisfied with this computer. Our main use is “on the road” as we have the DeLorme GPS Mapping and the Verizon Nationwide Internet Access installed on it. We chose the 10-inch over the 8-inch mainly to get the bigger battery. It really does run for several hours on a charge. The lack of a CD drive is something to work around. I connect to my PC through the home network to install application programs. The computer keeps nagging you to make a factory-image backup by connecting a USB optical drive, and it won’t allow you to do that over the network or onto a USB flash drive. Since I don’t want to invest in an external optical drive, I contacted tech support and they offered to send me a free backup disk of the operating system. One other thing–invest $12 in a wireless mouse.

A. Rhodes on Tue, 9th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Incorrect Item Description
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Awesome product But the description Is Very Misleading

It has NO onboard Ram

It DOES HAVE

1024 mb (1gb) stick replaceable with a 2048mb (2gb) stick

I bought A 1 gb stick because the description says it maxes out @ 1.5gb & has 512 mb onboard THIS IS NOT SO

Also it only has a 7in1 card reader there is no dedicated SD card slot as is mentioned in the description

Great keyboard layout

does a mouse scrollwhell with the bottom 1/2 inch of the touchpad sometimes that frustrating. I dont know if removing the driver will remove that too but im afraid of having no mouse @ all without a driver disk

turning off the wireless network connection when not in use gets a lot more battery life


Jane-Ellen Monson on Thu, 11th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Handy size and capabilities!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Loved the size, capabilities and look of it. Terrific buy for the money. Reasonable speed, keyboard not too small, easily downloads photos. Can fit in my larger purse.


Sergio Aguero on Thu, 11th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



GREAT PC
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
One one the best computers I have ever bougth, In Scale from one to ten, I Give it 12

E. Hicks on Sat, 13th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



speakers
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
The volume on this product is horrible. I tried to watch a movie and was unable to hear the movie with the volume as loud as it would get.

bshelhuntr on Sun, 14th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Very good for what I need
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I ordered this to keep all my recipes and be able to use them in the kitchen without having papers all over the place. It works great for this purpose. Most of the input was done on another computer with a scanner or by download from the internet. The keyboard is a little difficult to use because I jump back and forth between a desktop and a 17″ laptop, so this one’s a little cramped. The touchpad also, is a little difficult, but not too hard to get used to. It actually boots up much faster than either my desktop or laptop. I’m having a lot of problem finding a cover/case for this one, as it has the 6 cell battery. None of the cases I’ve been able to find work well for this. I ordered one from Hong Kong that said it would fit the 10.1″ with the 6 cell battery, but it’s like putting on spandex. All in all, wouldn’t want to use this as my main computer, but for my purposes, this is a great little machine.

AJ on Mon, 15th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Acer delivered this time!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Bought this netbook in March’09. I was pleasantly

surprised by every aspect of this computer and

the price point it was introduced at. It boots

up in about 30secs and you are ready to go! I’m not

much of a XP user; I had originally bought it

to replace XP with Linux, as I wasn’t sure it

would be able to boot off the SDCARD slot; but yes

it does boot from the card-slot; just as it does

from any of the 3 usb ports. So I have Fedora10

happily booting from the SD slot.. thought I’d

confirm this to folks out there who are still in

some doubt about this feature. The only reason

I gave it 4*s vs 5 is that the battery is sort of

sticking out (got the 5800mah), and they could have

included bluetooth support.


AJ on Mon, 15th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Acer delivered this time!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Bought this netbook in March’09. I was pleasantly

surprised by every aspect of this computer and

the price point it was introduced at. It boots

up in about 30secs and you are ready to go! I’m not

much of a XP user; I had originally bought it

to replace XP with Linux, as I wasn’t sure it

would be able to boot off the SDCARD slot; but yes

it does boot from the card-slot; just as it does

from any of the 3 usb ports. So I have Fedora10

happily booting from the SD slot.. thought I’d

confirm this to folks out there who are still in

some doubt about this feature. The only reason

I gave it 4*s vs 5 is that the battery is sort of

sticking out (got the 5800mah), and they could have

included bluetooth support.


Deja Blue on Tue, 16th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Hate the COLOR..LOVE THE MACHINE!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought the new Acer 10.1″ screen netbook and it has already exceeded my expectations. IT does everything a full size pc does. I have a bunch of programs on there ranging from recording to photo editing and they all work flawlessly. TO give you an idea of the type of software Im working on photoshop cs4, captivate, illustrator, and Nuendo to name a few. You knwo the saying good things come in small packages?? Well they must have been talking about this Acer. Personally beats out a mac netbook any day and for the price cant beat it. BTW The scarlet red color looks more like old lady burgundy but I cant part with it to change colors so I bought a sleeve…and a leather case…I am totally anal about stuff like that but the computer is tooo awesome to part with.

eLearner on Thu, 18th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Flimsy Screen. Worse Service
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
My Acer LCD panel broke while I had it as carry on luggage. It never left my sight and the case was pristine. Acer wanted to charge me $199 to repair it. They said it could have been the air pressure or turbulence on the plane, and they were not responsible for “acts of god.” I pointed out that the 8.9″ screens were being discontinued and if their fragility was a reason. I was told that the new screens were an “improvement, ” and again, Acer would not take responsibility for this flimsy screen. The rep said there was nothing he could do for me.

Ronald R. Kinner on Sat, 20th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



I like it
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Delivery was much faster than promised.

I upgraded to 2G of RAM and it works as advertised. I’m not real fond of the touchpad with its toggle switch mouse clicks but I’m getting used to it and I can always add a mouse. It could be a bit faster on boot but I haven’t looked yet to see what I can stop from loading.

Wayne Triplett on Sun, 21st Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Best Little Laptop I’ve ever used
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
So far this little jewel has performed flawlessly. It loads up in about 1 minute and is ready to surf the web wirelessly. It picks up wireless signals really well and it doesn’t drop out like some laptops do. The screen is real clear with no glare. I really like the size and the lightness, (only 2.5lbs)and you can use it for about 6 hours before you need to recharge the battery.

J. Patton on Sun, 21st Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Love my Acer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The Acer Aspire one is everything and more than I expected it to be. The keyboard is perfect, the ram was easy to upgrade and install. Battery life is great and its the perfect travel size…..

Syl Flower on Sun, 21st Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One 10.1 inch is Great Little Laptop
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 10.1-Inch Sapphire Blue Netbook – 6 Cell Battery

This is a great little computer. I can put it in my purse and take it anywhere. Has camera for Skyping. Long life battery usually lasts at least 6 hours on a charge.

David Fink on Tue, 23rd Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Poor Customer Service
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
We bought this notebook for my husband to use for light computing and connecting to the Internet. He was very happy with it for those uses. However, a few weeks (less than two months) after he got it, it started having errors on boot-up and wouldn’t boot. I reinstalled the operating system and got the same error messages. So far, we were upset, but things do happen.

HOWEVER, when I called Acer Customer Support, they indicated that this was an unfixable problem (by me, anyway) and we would have to send it in for repair. Here’s the problem: We have to pack it up and PAY OURSELVES for the shipping to their repair center in Texas, and it will take up to TWO WEEKS for repair.

I contrast this with my Sony laptop, which I use for work. It also had a problem a few weeks into its warranty period. Sony arranged with my local FedEx center for me to take the laptop in and that was all I had to do! FedEx packed it and shipped it 2-day air at Sony’s cost. Sony fixed it and had it back to me in 2 more days, for a four day total turnaround. ACER LOOKS PRETTY BAD IN COMPARISON!

Anyway, just beware – if you have problems with your Acer, YOU are going to have to pack it for shipment, and YOU will pay for the shipment, and it’s going to take a LONG time. If you can live with that possibility, my husband has been happy with the notebook otherwise.

Anyway, I’m giving this one star because of the cost and hassle with Acer’s Customer Support. If they had stood behind their notebook (as Sony did) with timely no-cost-to-me customer support, I would have given them four stars out of five instead.


Geoff Lau on Tue, 23rd Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Exceptional value
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Up side: I bought this nice little netbook for my wife and we both love it. We got the diamond black version and both of us love the charcoal color of the hand rest. The built-in microphone, webcam and speakers make chatting on Skype an easy, enjoyable experience. For me, 3 USB ports is much better than 2 because I always have a USB mouse and USB flash drive hooked up. Great portability for making presentations. We use the netbook on the desk most of the time (not on the lap), but it doesn’t overheat like some other computers do. The 10″ screen, to me, is significantly better/larger than the 8.9″ screen. I don’t have large hands but I find the 85% keyboard usable (but not so much for the 8.9″ versions). The hinge for changing the angle of the screen is surprisingly sturdy. The 802.11g Wi Fi is very fast. Firefox runs well and smooth despite taking up 200-300 MB of RAM sometimes. Although I have not used the first Aspire One, the AOD150 seems to be an improvement over the first edition.

Down side: the keyboard does feel a little flimsy. It’s a netbook, so obviously it doesn’t have an internal DVD/CD drive. But since that I’ve put it on a wireless router network, I have been able to share the DVD/CD drives on my desktop computer and run CDs and DVDs on the Aspire One remotely. The screen is glossy and so it does create reflections depending on the angle. For indoor viewing I don’t have a problem with the glossiness. The trackpad, however, is not the most responsiveand so we use a mouse instead.

Comparison to the Lenovo S10: I seriously considered the Lenovo S10 netbook because they have very similar specs. Both have 10″ screens, 160 GB HD, 1 GB RAM. But the Aspire One AOD150 has 3 USB ports and a 6-cell battery. We have not test-driven the battery enough to say anything, but a 6-cell battery should outperform a 3-cell battery (Lenovo S10).

Trivial: I also bought the Crucial 2GB 667 Mhz for $24 but have not installed it because so far the machine is running sufficiently well with 1GB RAM and that changing components on the computer may void the warranty. So maybe I’ll install it after the warranty has expired.

Overall: Excellent little computer for $350 that contains almost everything that you need (except for internal drive). Acer has done a great job in creating a netbook that is both functional and portable at the same time.

Carolyn R. Scheidies on Wed, 24th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Good Way to Go
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I read all I could on the Aspire One, reviews, specs, etc. Also checked other netbooks.

I’ve always liked Acers and liked the 10″ screen. The 8″ just too small.

But my Acer Aspire is great. I’m still getting my files one it (I bought a flash drive to transfer files.) and learning to use it.

There was more software than indicated on it. Very glad Works came as part of the package.

The touchpad buttons are a bit stiff to use. And the documentation was minimal. Had to hunt for what software did what, etc. But, I can already see I’m going to love the Aspire One, it’s portability, the built in web cam (which works great) and, of course, it has XP.

Got more than I expected. I like that.

pinknblu on Fri, 26th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



My first—LAP-TOP!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I LOvE..this lap-top!! The screen is so veRy clear…the volume is peRfect!! The only thing I hated was..Mcafee..I undownloaded it…got AVG free..instead..it’s wonderful!! You can go on CNET…to the download page and install free software..for certain games…Great..computer.

If you go to school..or your l00king for your very first lap-top. I recommend this product!!!

The one thing in my case being a beginner, ha.ha…ha! It takes a min., to get use to the functions and key-pad..but it isn’t a issue, at all…because your waY to busy enjoying this product.

In case your wondering, i got the white one. I also, got a lap-top case off Amazon, and this lap-top fits it like a glove..battery and all. I can’t remember the products’ name i got but its silver and it’s the only silver case I saw and I believe I did a review on it.

Anyway..if your thinking…well, should I????

..stop thinking and get this product..it took me 6-12 months to check out lap-tops..before I got this product..I AM NOT DISAPPOINTED!!!!

SO..HEY WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR??

**Update:

I see I got stuck on the page with folks who are displeased and I got bad unhelpful review scoRes..it’s okay. I’ve had it for days now and it still works like a charm..I am hoping it stays that way…So far so g00d!

I am hoping others whom are disappointed, hopefully gets a happy resolution…so, they can be soon.

****UPDATE:

It’s May 16th.

I had to take my ACER back..for repairs, 2 weeks appox., after I got it: cost me $34 and some change to ship it back for repairs..my acer wouldn’t come back on to get internet excess..it kept saying check your cable–modem..well, i use a router. Anyway i returned it…burned my cell-phone mins., got through to coustomer service..called on a Saturday..got someone in India–we ran a few test on it..nothing worked..had to ship it on Tuesday, when i was able to.

The UPS store didn’t have their new address, i had to call again to make sure my info., was correct..this time it was a American answering, in Texas–lol!!!

The info., was correct..its just that they had a new repair place that hasn’t been openned for 6months, to make a long story short..i sent it and was told that by email that I would know they got it and would know by email when they would send it back.

Well, they emailed me when they got it..however—didn’t email me when they sent it back.. i called them and found out–it was mailed 2 days prior..*sigh*

well, i got it back 7 days later–through Fed-X.

Today..it works fine, I recommend you don’t erase what’s programmed on there (spy wear) and don’t download allot of stuff, either. When I got it back they changed some things on there…but it’s fine, i missed it when i didn’t have it…and it works wonderfully.

(((will keep ya-posted))

E. A. Rothwell on Sat, 27th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



All in one travel companion computer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
They had me in mind when they came up with this little gem of a computer. Very classy up to date travel companion. Can’t wait to take it on my next trip.

Dave M on Sun, 28th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



nice little unit
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It’s a netbook – so comparing it to a regular laptop is not helpful. The screen is smaller. The keyboard is smaller so touch typing is not really possible. But it does what it’s supposed to do, be small and cheap and usable. My one caveat is that it’s not as light as advertised. With the 6 cell battery, the battery sticks out of the back and it’s a bit heavy. Also, I don’t like the touchpad buttons. Instead of a discrete left and right click button, it’s a single button that will have the desired functionality based on which side you press it. I think it’s lame – should be two buttons, but that’s a minor gripe. Overall – a very good netbook.

L. Ladutko on Sun, 28th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



So far so good
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
So far so good with this little laptop. It’s very portable and has been able to do everything I have asked it to do for me. I added memory and it is faster than my desktop. Only one little thing I have noticed a fully charged battery says I have eight hours of time. I’m lucky if I get four and all I have done with it is surf the web. It hasn’t mattered to me because I have always been near an outlet but it might matter to someone counting on the extra long battery life. Good luck with yours. I am happy with mine.

The Oracle on Sun, 28th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Whoa – better than Lenovo’s S10!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I actually don’t have this netbook but played on it at the local Costco. I currently own Lenovo’s version (S10). I will have to say that I wish I had this Acer One 10.1 over my Lenovo S10. The keys on the Acer are much sturdier and the netbook all around felt less toy-like and responsed much quicker than my Lenovo. Acer comes standard with 1GB RAM while Lenovo with 512MB. But I added a whole 1GB stick for a total of 1.5GB. Acer is still more responsive.

If I could go trade for this one I would… Know that if you buy this one, you’re making a great netbook purchase. But just remember, it’s a netbook, not a Core2Duo 2.5Ghz, etc, etc notebook.

R. Rogel on Mon, 29th Nov 2010 12:00 am 



Outshines Asus
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Fast, very portable and easy to use. The only drawback is Acer did not provide a recovery disk incase your notebook crashes. I have to borrow a portable dvd writer to make 2 recovery disks and one applications disk.

J. Souder on Wed, 1st Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Love my Acer netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve been using my Acer Aspire 1 10.1″ netbook for a few days now and I love it. The first thing I did was add the extra ram for a total of 2 GB, eliminated all the junk software and added my own Norton Internet Security software. It works great all over my house with the Verizon Fios wireless router. In fact, I get a stronger signal from my router than I do with my Dell laptop. Mine came with the 5200 MaH battery which seems to last 6-7 hours surfing the Internet. Keyboard took a little while to get use to, but not long. So far, no complaints.

Mark L. Parren on Thu, 2nd Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Get the 8.9″
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Mouse buttons don’t work. had to return.

They removed the expansion SD card slot on the 10.1 slot.

Craig Evans on Sat, 4th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Aspire to success
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This 10.1 inch screen version of this computer is an excellent balance of portability and functionality. I am able to access my emails anywhere with a Verizon Broadband card. I have added a Creative X-Fi USB audio upgrade and can carry my music when traveling. A nice addition are the Grandmasters Tweakers for a great sound. The larger screen is well worth the added weigh.


J. Elswick on Sun, 5th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Slightly disappointed
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I read many other reviews before buying this and had full confidence putting money down on this netbook. Everything I read was good. However, after having mine for three weeks I’m finding some very annoying flaws.

The first flaw I’m noticing is it seems the range for wireless is suffering. I used to connect to unsecure networks in various other places with my old 17inch notebook. With this netbook I can’t connect to them unless I get much closer to the source, then the connection is bad. This hurts me, as I mostly bought it for using it in these areas.

Another flaw is it does not play hi-res videos well. Some videos it can’t keep up with the sound. Very disappointing considering this is another main reason I bought it.

My last minor flaw is the glossy screen can be hard to see at times. Though not that bad, it can be annoying.

This is still an excellent netbook. It is fast, light weight, and superb battery life. It can even run WoW at low settings and is very playable for basic play. Sadly, I can’t play it in my old hot spot location do to not picking up the wireless connections.

Overall, this is a great buy, but be weary you may have trouble connecting to further wireless sources and if you plan on watching any HD video, you may find some slow down.

David Marlowe on Mon, 6th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



A FANTASTIC LITTLE COMPUTER
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Hey, I recommend this little gem to all my friends and co-workers. I own both the 8.9″ Acer in Bronze and this 10.1″ in Ruby Red. I like this newer version better because it’s so easy to upgrade, and UPGRADE I DID. With hardly any effort, I switched out the 1GB of RAM for 2GB (Crucial 2GB 667 Mhz CT25664AC667 DDR2 200-Pin SODIMM card approximately $25.00 on Amazon), then slapped in a humongous 500GB Western Digital (Western Digital 500GB Scorpio Blue 2.5 SATA II Laptop Hard Drive, approx $99.00, also from Amazon). Just a tiny phillip’s screwdriver is all that’s needed for the exchange of physical components in the bottom of the case. You need to download the Acronis TRUE IMAGE Home Edition trial (or similar cloning/backup software) to the smaller drive and clone the original drive to the new drive before you swap them, but believe me, it’s simple and my new configuration works like a dream!!! (You will also need a 2.5 SATA drive enclosure, roughly $10-$20 on Amazon or eBay to hold the new drive while you clone the internal one to it before transfer to your computer, but you can use it to hold the drive you take out and have even extra external storage) I prefer the slimmer suave 3cell battery and bought a couple of those online for about $26.00 a piece. (After all, who in the world would ever stare at such a small computer for more than 1-1/2 hours, the avg use of the 3-cell before recharging – without taking a break – and the batteries pop in and out so very easily) No worry, the 6-cell battery charger seems to be working fine with them. So for under $500, I have one RUBY RED 500GB, 2GB ram, video taking-chatting, movie/song playing, office-working behemoth I love and carry it with me on-the-go everywhere. I own a MACBOOK 13″ Intel, and while I love it too, believe me, this little baby is every bit as powerful, only in a miniPC package and a whole lot lighter. And if you wanna top it off with a nice genuince leather case (3 different colors, smooth or crocodile) you can always find them (PDair) online to fit this little baby too.

Donna on Wed, 8th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Started out horrible awesome once fixed
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
When I first got the Acer the system just put out a beep and the system wouldn’t start for like 10 minutes every time you touched something it would make a beep you couldn’t control I realized that the keyboard wasn’t working so it ended up being a loose connection after that those problems were fixed my next problem was the system wouldn’t connect to my 64 bit wep connection I ended up having to re configure the whole thing till it worked but once you get it to work it is the most amazing thing ever it connects to my shared folders extremely fast I can run intense programs on it no problem and I get over 10 hours of battery after the initial stress of getting to work its a great buy it runs very smooth and the web cam has excellent quality some people complain about the touch pad in my opinion n best touch pad and button i have ever used it couldn’t be nicer the screen is a great size. I would suggest this to anyone check your keyboard before you start it the first time it gave me a lot of trouble. But the pros out weighed the few things that gave me trouble.

David L. Williams on Fri, 10th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Acer 10″ Netbook – Wow!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I was looking for a compact laptop that I could use between home and work and also take on my frequent road trips to visit my family. My biggest gripe about laptops in the past has been the short battery life, so I was very pleased when my Acer came from Amazon yesterday (April 9th) with the 5800mAh battery. I don’t know about speed with the standard 1GB memory because I replaced mine with 2GB (so easy a caveman can do it) before I ever turned it on. But it boots up fast and is surprisingly quick. I love the size. It fits perfectly in my leather notebook. I touch type and while the keyboard is a little small it is very easy to get used to. Like some have reported, the touchpad buttons are a little stiff but they have a positive feel to them. It’s a non-issue with me because I hate touchpads in general and use them only in a pinch. I found a nice little Logitech USB mouse for about $19 that’s even a perfectly matching cobalt blue. The first option you will need for most any of these netbooks is a good USB DVD burner to load your software and make backup emergency disks. I bought one just before I bought the netbook. The 10″ display is bright and extremely sharp. The setup was simple I was up and running on my wireless network in less than 5 minutes. Most of my time was spent removing bloatware and building emergency recovery disks. This is really a great little computer with a solid feel and very attractive to look at. At the price you cannot beat this little netbook.

Norm E. on Sat, 11th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 Memory Upgrade
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
To install the 2GB memory upgrade, turn the laptop over. Look for a cover with a small symbol of a memory board. Carefully remove one screw– be careful the screws are fragile and can strip. Remove the old memory board and install the new one. The job takes about 10 minutes. I did it and thecomputer is fully operational with the new memory.

Z. Bannister on Sun, 12th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Worth every penny!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I have been using Amazon for a long time now, and this is the first review I have ever felt like writing. The Acer Aspire One is AWESOME! If you’re shopping for a Netbook you will not be disapointed with this one.

Thomas Bodtke on Sun, 12th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Super Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Super Machine. Anything you don’t like, tough jungle bunnies.

This is a fabulous machine!

C. Sharp on Tue, 14th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Excellent
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve had mine for a about a month now. It’s a great little machine. Perfect for net surfing and word processing. I am so glad I went with the 10.1 inch verses the 8.9. It makes a pretty big difference. I purchased the Ruby Red and really like the color. It looks great with the black keyboard. I recently took a trip and was stuck in the airport for half the day. The battery held up and didn’t need a charge. It has been lasting about 6 hours. Overall, I feel great about my purchase and am happy with the quality and features. If you want a scaled down, ultra portable machine for a low price, this is a good purchase. I am considering purchasing another for my wife.

Joyce Yoder on Wed, 15th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Love my red Acer!:)
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Waited to buy a netbook till the 10″ Acer came out-my son on law has the earlier style 8.9″-which was a bit too small for my eyes!! Don’t regret waiting-love the size, the color and ease of use. Agree with other buyers the left and right button a bit difficult to push, but really is not a big deal in exchange for all the other pluses. Love the battery-average around 5-6 hours power. Got this as my second, more portable computer-I love my 17″ HP for the detail work, but then transfer documents as needed to my Acer for travel. The light weight and portability is great. Looking forward to using it on vacation for email and net rather than taking my HP which is bulkier. Overall, am very happy with the purchase!

Whereeaglesnest on Thu, 16th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Extremely Impressed!!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
A friend has bought an earlier model of the Aspire One and really seemed to like it. I myself swore off these netbooks long ago having had a 10 inch vaio way back when 300 Mhz was the “fast” machine. Such a small screen and resolution was not good for me and my uses. Well my friend chirped so much it peaked my interest so I started investigating.

I took the plunge and bought one. Wow! Impressed does not fully cover my reaction. Lighter than even the sony was, got the 5800Ah battery, nice roomy hard drive, great display and resolution.

Been shaking my head in disbelief ever since I received it. Far exceeds my expectations. Only a few downsides. No bluetooth, not a deal breaker but would have been nice. Mouse bar (not buttons) is stiff but I understand why so as to lessen accidental presses. Trust me, no way you will accidentally press either mouse button. As others have mentioned you can customize the behavior of the touchpad or go with an external mouse.

My personal biggest issue that loses a star on this one is the backup disc utility does not allow you to create an image that can be transfered to a USB device then to dvd or cd if you chose. It MUST find a dvd or cd burner which I personally find redundant considering obviously there is not one built in or included and most who purchase this netbook will not have an external burner “just laying around”. I use a remote program to transfer files between my main computer and the netbook through my router so the creation of these discs is my only real issue.

3rd party backup software solved the problem as it allows you to create an image that can be burned or moved to a USB flash drive as you desire.

Performance again exceeds my expectations. I purchased a 2 gig memory stick with mine and installing was very easy and fast. I plan to install a 320 gig drive only because I like to have a bit more storage and this way I can keep the original drive intact if ever I am faced with repair or the hard drive dies I can just place the original back in and go along with minimal headache.

To sum it up, awesome value for everything this little wonder can do. Decent CPU speed, easy upgrading, amazing battery time, I forgot about the audio (which blew me away, better than my dell 1525!) built in webcam has very good picture quality and does great even in low light, display impressed me greatly as I had swore never anything under 15 inches till now.

If your on the fence hop off and get this puppy while they are still offering the 5800Ah battery! 7 hours is insane and just awesome! Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 10.1-Inch Netbook – Sapphire Blue

UPDATE: Those who find the mouse repeatedly going into “page scroll” mode (swirly icon appears and can not move mouse) you must go into the help file and I found there are mouse settings in the help file to turn that feature on and off. A bit odd for the actual setting controls to be in the help file but that is where they are.

Susannah L. Mannell on Fri, 17th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



BEWARE – screen damages with even the slightest touch
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I got this thing last week. upgraded the ram.. everything good. I was loving it and it was working very well.. UNTIL tonight I touched the screen and it cracked. I know have a black mark on the screen abut the size of two dimes and a crack mark.. very unhappy. Like I said I barely touched it. I subsequently found a full page of reviews about the screen being very cheap and damaging super easily. Acer will not cover it under warranty and wants $200 for a replacement screen.

Jennifer L. Rhodes on Fri, 17th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



great little netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I needed a small light laptop for word processing and email. I really like Acer Aspire One. My other laptop is too heavy to lug around. This netbook really works for me. I cant recommend how it works if you want to play games. I use it for business and college work only. The price is great. Battery time with 6 ion is just about 6 hours. I researched many netbooks and glad I purchased this one.

5mazz on Sun, 19th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Awesome
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Bought this for my 12 years old, and let me tell you, I am impressed. I heard lot of bad reviews. I came to Amazon and saw all the good reviews and I am glad I got it. We love it and getting another one for the sweet 16 birthday girl.

Young Nana on Sun, 19th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Great Laptop
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased this item to use while traveling back and forth to the hospital. It has worked perfectly. The battery holds a long charge of 6+ hours. The size is great to just pick up and go. If you need a CD drive you can get an external one which I have to add prgrams. It is super fast while connected to the internet. I purchased a mouse to go with it only because I am used to it, but the touch pad works just as well. I would recommend this to any one. I was going to get the Ipod touch, but I’m glad I got my Acer instead.

WRING on Tue, 21st Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Wireless Connectivity Issue
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
Before you get a little too excited about this product, let it be known that this toy has wireless connectivity issues. Even Acer is of very little help in this department. Other than that, it’s a fine little machine.

Atif Hassan on Wed, 22nd Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Must Have!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Have had it for a week or so now, have been using it as my primary pc as had to send my existing laptop for repair.

Based on my experience so far no issues whatsoever, here’s the pros:

1- Excellent size, probably the most appropriate for netbook, totally sufficient if you increase the font size.

2- The build quality is excellent, as solid as the best out there.

3- Excellent display and battery life.

4- Got black/brushed silver, looks excellent.

5- Have been very satisfied with the performance.

Tips:

1- As mentioned in other reviews..bloated a bit, I ended up removing a lot of software (note: burn the system recovery cds or you may lose the software if uninstalled)

2- Get a micro usb mouse and you won’t have to use the touch bad, really enhances the overall experience.HP Wireless Optical Mouse

3- Mentioned in another review…there’s a nice short cut on keyboard for display brightness…found it very useful…its FN + arrow keys.

Cons:

Wont let you save the recovery disk image on an external drive..this would have allowed me to burn the recovery disks from my other laptop which has the burner.

Note: Got mine at Bestbuy in Toronto, comes with a regular battery…lasts for 3 hours. Looking at the battery amazon is throwing in ie lasts eight hours…its absolutely an incredible deal.


Mercedes L. Johnmeyer on Fri, 24th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Fantastic Little Notebook…
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am by no means a computer expert. I just want a simple little laptop that lets me explore the web from the comfort of somewhere other then my computer desk. One that’s not sluggish, and has a decent battery life. The Acer Aspire definitely fits the bill!

After an unfortunate mishap, my old Toshiba laptop (that weighed about 1,000 pounds) was left with a cracked screen, and an owner not wanting to bother getting it fixed. I figured it was time to get something new, something small, and something LIGHT. The Aspire was actually the first notebook I looked at. The price was awesome, the reviews were excellent, so I went for it. So glad I did!

I’m your casual computer user who mainly just surfs the web and plays a game or two (which I’m not sure I’d do on this since the screen is so small, I think I’ll leave that for my desktop). If you’re anything like this, then this is a great deal. You just can’t beat the price for the quality of the product.

Rae on Fri, 24th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Great, Powerful Little Computer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased two netbooks for my grandchildren. My grandson kept pestering me for the smaller Acer netbook, and then the 10.1″ came out. For the difference in price, this netbook is great. My granddaughter is 14 and wanted a laptop. I told her I was not getting her a laptop, but would buy this Acer for her if she wanted it. SHE LOVES IT!!!! Now, she’s glad I did not buy her a laptop. My grandson, of course, loves his as well. I also really like it and wish I had one of my own. It is large enough for all the emailing, gaming, and internet searches that the children do. My granddaughter thought she’d mind not having a disc drive; she hasn’t. For the money and the capabilities, this is a wonderful computer. We’re glad it is a six cell. WE ALL LOVE IT. GREAT BUY FOR THE PRICE POINT!!! Amazon shipped fairly quickly, and I received them in two days.

T. Jones on Sun, 26th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



great for netbook beginners (like me!)
Rating:3 out of 5 stars

I just got my Ruby Red Acer Aspire One 10.1 yesterday! I like it so far!

It’s cute and lightweight. I was up and running on this cute machine, five minutes after getting it in the mail. I thought I would struggle to figure out how to get the system going (as I am not a technical person and have never had a laptop before), but it all went smoothly!

Pros:

Crisp screen/Nice screen size. It’s much better than I thought it would be. I thought I would have to squint all the time.

Very mobile with the extended battery life. You are not stuck to an outlet.

Keyboard easy to type on and keypad easy to navigate. I read some reviews on Amazon, (before purchasing this netbook), and there were some compliants about the keyboard/pad, but they are both fine to me.

Cons:

The Internet does work a bit slow, considering I’m wireless. I thought it would be more high speed. It’s not horrible, but I wish it were a bit faster at times.

I have mixed views about the fan. I read other reviews and some people either didn’t mind it or it annoyed them. My fan is quiet for a bit, then it gets to whirring. It can get distracting at times. Then just as I’m getting a bit annoyed with the noise, it goes quiet again! So I don’t know how I feel about this. I guess it’s just something I will have to deal with.

No DVD/CD drive. I already knew the Acer wouldn’t come with one, but still it sure would have been nice! But I guess you can’t have everything!

Overall, I am thoroughly enjoying my little netbook. I would recommend it for people, like myself, who are new to the laptop/netbook scene. It’s a great mini laptop that’s not too complicated to figure out.

Thumbs up!

SuzieQ on Mon, 27th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Oh Boy What A Toy!!!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have had my little RED Acer Aspire up & running for one week (it would have been sooner but I purchased a faulty router that had to be replaced) & I am not sure I have enough positive adjectives to describe my pleasure with this netbook. There are things like the keyboard that take getting used to but that is really no big deal … I bought a remote mouse (Logitech V220) and love it as I had decided that I did not want to deal with the mouse buttons so I am not reviewing them.

I was told when, I called Amazon to ask some questions, that recovery discs would come with it but that isn’t so … so I guess that would be my only complaint.

I can’t compare this to any other notebook/netbook as this is my first (I have a desk top) and I must say that I am over the moon with my choice.

I was able to put all that I wanted into this and get from website to website with lightening speed … the battery last about 6 1/2 hrs. Am signed up with & use Windows messenger and the picture is clear, but tiny, and the sound is great.

I bought a CaseCrown to store it when not in use and the fit is tight tight tight but after a few zip-ups the case stretches a little and it gets easier to zip, especially over the battery. There is a front pouch were the mouse and adapter cord fit just fine.

So all in all I love this little Acer Aspire, love the way it balances on my knee(s), love the boot up time, the nice bright screen and it’s size.

So yes folks, I am in LOVE!


A. Bell on Tue, 28th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Excellent computer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased this computer because a friend of mine purchased one and I had the chance to used it and it seemed very nice. He recommended it me and I have been pleasantly surprised with its excellence.

It is small and light. It has a smartly designed keyboard, an excellent screen and a long battery life (I have yet to exhaust it in a single setting at about 4 hours of use without external power). It does not run hot and maintains a temperature well below other laptops.

The computer seems to be solidly constructed and fits perfectly in a pouch in a backpack I use. I Recommend that you keep the plastic sleeve it comes packaged in because it will help protect its very nice exterior finish. I just slip it in the plastic sleeve and then into my backpack pouch and there is no problem.

I must be honest and tell you that I never intended to use this computer for anything requiring a lot of high speed graphics and video, but it seems to perform remarkably well with websites such as youtube. A local news station’s video doesn’t perform as well, but I believe that is their problem. Their site works well with my desktop, but it a monster – I don’t expect this gal to do all of that stuff in this small package.

I do hope they can expand the RAM, just in case, but so far I have absolutely regrets. I recommend this computer highly.

I don’t believe you can beat this deal for the excellent price. Enjoy!

Donald Bersacola Jr. on Tue, 28th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Great screen, but too slow!
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
The Lcd on this netbook is just like my laptop. Bright and clean! However, for something that’s designed to search the internet, you would think it would excel at it. However, without using an ethernet cable it’s painfully slow!

Delaney on Wed, 29th Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Loved mine so much bought one as a gift
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought the Acer Aspire One after much researching, I was looking for a notebook with a really long battery life, so when I got the wild notion to lay in a field and work on my novel I could do so for 5 hours or so. (BINGO)

What I didn’t expect was to fall so madly in love with this little computer. It’s so cool looking, it’s fast, it’s got everything plus some things I didn’t know I needed.

We have family all over the place and I never would have considered a webcam – duh. Its great my brothers can see my family when we chat, and that rocks. The webcam is really decent.

I have not had any problems with the fan or the touchpad. I used the Acer for four months now several times a day for long periods of time and have not had any trouble whatsoever with the fan or touchpad.

Initially I kept hitting the touchpad instead of the spacebar because of the smallness of the keyboard, but I no longer do that, I adjusted to it pretty fast.

I went with the white because finger prints would have driven me crazy. My brother liked mine and so I bought him the blue. The blue picks up a little more fingerprints and smudges than the white. I have done almost all my data transfering with a USB flash drive. I used my home office computers external dvd drive once.

Love the Acer Aspire One. I have not had any problems at all. ( i did contact customer support because of my own stupidity about a key code number, they were ultra helpful, didn’t make me feel like a fool and in less than 5 minutes they fixed me up)

Bruce Backa on Fri, 31st Dec 2010 12:00 am 



Great system at a great price
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The extra inch of screen size (vs. the 8.9 models) makes all the difference. So does the extra battery life. Recommended.

Michael Arcari on Sat, 1st Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Perfect for College
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is the perfect computer for a college student. With the Acer aspire one’s long battery life (typically 8 HOURS), I can literally stay on campus all day and not have to worry about finding a power outlet. I use my machine for my computer programming classes and writing courses and couldn’t be happier with the results! So much better than my dell laptop that recently died on me.

If you find that you only use your laptop for Microsoft office programs (word, excel, powerpoint, etc.) and the internet, I HIGHLY recommend this product!!! However, if you are a gamer or like to run highly sophisticated programs on your computers that orient to a specific major (let’s say photography or engineering) I would suggest a more powerful machine with a better graphics card and dvd-rom drive.

One more note! This machine does NOT have bluetooth so unless you buy a usb bluetooth adapter, I would recommend a cheaper wireless mouse.

Hang Zhang on Sat, 1st Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Great small laptop!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Great laptop at that price! Battery life is long enough, and XP home is the right OS for it. The only issue is IE performance seems slow, but you can install Google Chrome browser to over come it. So far I am very happy with this little laptop!

M. Davis on Mon, 3rd Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Things I wish I’d known before buying.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
-No bluetooth in this model. Bummed out, I was hoping to bluetooth some pictures from my cell phone… oh well.

-No 1024 x 768. There were some programs I use that had non-expandable windows, and I couldn’t see the bottoms of those windows. I solved this by downloading a free program that allowed me to switch between screen modes. Called SMswitch. Very handy, and it was free. It is still a little annoying that I can’t really shrink stuff on the screen to be able to see more without scrolling, but that’s what I get for wanting a little guy.

-The keyboard is nice, quiet, doesn’t keep up my boyfriend awake I type in bed. Easily change the screen brightness with a keyboard shortcut.

-It’s not loud, at least not MINE… the fan goes on every once in a while, but it’s a little whirr, and not for long.

-It’s faster than my desktop PC that runs XP. It can run several programs at once, and starting them up doesn’t take forever. Like itunes, limewire, firefox, photoshop, adobe pdf stuff, etc. =)

-The mouse I got for it is a little blue Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 3000, model 1359. The blue matches the acer blue perfectly and the USB adapter dealie fits in the bottom of the mouse when not in use. $18 on sale from target.

-Since it doesn’t come with a CD drive, you can’t make backup CDs until you get an external CD drive (or a flash drive large enough to put 9 cds worth of comp stuff on)…

-Overall very happy with it for what I use it for.

J. Chan on Tue, 4th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Acer one = sexy
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I love my acer one. It’s fast enough for me once you unistall all of the bloatware. Macfee and replace it with another av that uses less system resources.

Update the bios to 1.05. the temperature in CA, stays at 52-60C at full load.

Spectacular little machine that could do a lot.

There are three options this one, asus eee 10in, or lenova ideapad.

Cons, its has a noisy annoying fan, but you will eventually get used to it. I fear the fan will eventually die.

Tisza Major-Posner on Thu, 6th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Good Things DEFINATELY Do Come In Small Packages
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I admit, I had modest hopes for this little fella. My needs were simple and few – portability, functionality and affordability were all topping my scale. And in the Acer Aspire One AOD150-1920 10.1-Inch Netbook – Ruby RedI more than fulfilled them all. Portability – at sleek and very usable 10.1 inches (and slightly over 1 inch thick) the excess case bloat has been kept to a minimum and the screen is wide enough to allow the viewing of the width of an entire page at a time. The 6-cell battery does add some weight making the whole kit and caboodle top out at 2lbs 15.2 oz. Not a back breaker by any stretch (it fits neatly in my purse) and with a 160 gig hard drive and a 1.7 ghz processor it actually exceeds the specs on my 15.4 inch Toshiba Satellite! Functionality – Windows XP is as stable as they come and loading programs on here (with the aid of an external USB CD/DVD drive like theLG GSA E60L Super-Multi – Disk drive – DVDRW (R DL) / DVD-RAM – 20x/20x/12x – Hi-Speed USB – external – black, silver – LightScribe) is a snap! I swapped out the 1 gig of RAM for a 2 GB (like the Corsair VS2GSDS667D2 ValueSelect 2 GB PC2-5300 667 MHz 200-PIN DDR2 CL5 SODIMM Laptop Memory – More power Igor!) Super long battery life (up to 8 hours when running windows based programs and 6+ while running a USB powered aircard and a USB cooling fan) is an extra bonus. Affordability – at $349 ($358 w/RAM upgrade out the door) you can’t beat it with a stick! I do wish that the folks who named the color would have looked at a few more rubies as it is more of a metallic brick red but still very eye catching. I touch type and the keyboard is smaller than I am used to but it is by no means uncomfortable (and my hubby who hunt-and-pecks likes it better than his 15.4 machine). With a few minutes of typing I was flying along like nothing flat! This is the perfect machine for anyone (writers, student’s, Realtor’s, etc.) who wants to have an easy to use, ultra-portable machine that they can truly carry with them all the time. I liked it so much I bought two, one for me and one for my hubby (so he’ll keep his grubby little mitts of mine !

MarilynM on Fri, 7th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Love this netbook!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This netbook is fantastic and my husband/I have not been disappointed. It’s more than I expected from a $350 computer! The size is very convenient for travel.

Dh ordered a Sapphire Blue on 2-21-09. I ordered my Ruby Red on 3-11-09 (LOVE the dark red!) and both had the 5,800 mAh six-cell battery. Windows estimates around 8 hours on a fully-charged battery and that has been accurate. The only downside, in my opinion, is that the shiny case shows fingerprints. I’ll live with it!

Be sure to read through the other comments as there are various tips that I’ve found helpful. I’m not as computer literate as these guys and I appreciate them taking the time to post.

Midwest girl on Sat, 8th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Great travel laptop!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I purchased this netbook a few weeks ago for a trip to Hawaii, as my old travel laptop needed to be replaced. (I did receive the 5800 longer life battery.) On the flight from San Diego to Hawaii (5+ hr flight), my Mom and I watched 3 movies downloaded to the hard drive, and the battery still had 3 hrs of run time left! Since the computer is so small, it was very easy to grab or throw in a daybag and run down to the lobby to check my email. It connected to the internet (wireless) VERY quickly. The web surfing was nearly as fast as my 17″ hp laptop I use at home. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is b/c one of the shift keys sticks, and the touchpad isn’t very fluid. It didn’t bother me too much, as I do use it only for traveling, and the small size, bright screen, fast speed, long battery life, and great price more than make up for it. I would not recommend it for your home computer. I don’t think the keyboard would hold up very well with heavy daily use.

Ken McFarland on Sun, 9th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Six stars!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Here’s why I bought this little gem: I’m a writer/editor/publisher, and my office machine is an HP 17-inch laptop with all the bells and whistles.

But sometimes I get cabin fever and like to drive out to a scenic spot to work outdoors in fresh air and sunshine. An over 9-pound laptop hooked up to four USBs like a patient on life support is just too klutzy for that. I also travel on business occasionally.

I don’t miss the lack of a CD drive. In just a few minutes, I transferred my data files using mostly a large-capacity thumb drive. If I need to load program files from a CD, I have an external CD drive.

Pros:

1. Light as a feather.

2. Surprisingly fast.

3. Beautiful, bright, high-res display. Easy on my “old guy” eyes. And if needed, I can output the VGA to my 22-inch flat-panel monitor at the office, if desired.

4. I too lucked out with the longer-lasting battery. This puppy goes all day without a sweat.

5. I’m still amazed that for Amazon’s low price, I can basically clone off everything I need from my larger machine and travel anywhere by air, car, rail, or horseback and still get work done (though I really have to focus while on that darn horse)!

6. Both wireless and Ethernet connections work like a charm.

Cons:

1. Yup. Case collects dust and fingerprints better than a team of CSIs. But it cleans off easy enough.

2. Maybe it was just my unit, but I had a dickens of a time getting the battery to snap into place, even with the little slides pulled aside as instructed.

3. Not really a con, but some here have belly-ached about the small keyboard and tricky touchpad. I already had a great Logitech cordless mouse/keyboard combo, so I just ordered an extra receiver, slipped it into an empty USB slot, and was all set. I have a large-enough rolling laptop case (for the big laptop), that I can slide the Acer netbook, mouse, and keyboard inside any time I need to travel.

My first computer was a Commodore VIC-20, back in 1982 or so. I shake my head now when I look at this little Acer and realize the power and capacity crammed into such a small space.

Since Amazon goes only to five stars, I give this one six!

Shufits on Mon, 10th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



perfect pocket size
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
love the size of this computer. happy with everything except the left and right click buttonds under the touch pad. they aren’t tapable, at times i have to squeeze from the top and bottom with a finger and thumb to left click.

W. Huang on Tue, 11th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Great little machine!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I just received the ruby red Acer Aspire One D150 today, so the comments are preliminary, but so far, this machine has far exceeded my expectations. It boots up relatively quickly, had no problems connecting to my WiFi network, and has streamed live video without a glitch. I was lucky and received the bigger battery, which is lasting forever, even with several hours of watching streaming video and a movie off a USB flash drive.

I was afraid that the keyboard might be too small for my liking, based on the reviews I’ve read, but since I have small hands, I have had no problems with touch typing. The touchpad is pretty sensitive, so I have to play around with it to have it not be. The buttons for left and right clicks are a bit stiff but aren’t as stiff as the reviews would have me expecting. All in all, a great little machine so far. I will update after I’ve had it for a bit longer.

Andrei Veldman on Tue, 11th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Great Netbook: Acer Aspire One AAO 10.1″
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ll start with the bottom line: AAO 10.1″ is an excellent netbook. I highly recommend it.

I chose it over the competition for one main reason: the manufacturing glitch due to which it ships with an “oversized” battery. This is not guaranteed, but I received it from Amazon on 02/27/09 and I was delighted to see that it did have the big battery. I tested it repeatedly, and the rumors are true: it goes on for 8 hours on one charge, while doing a combination of Web surfing, movie/music playing, word processing, anti virus file scanning and even some Matlab heavy computations, all with WiFi and Bluetooth on (see below).

In the pros & cons list below, I’m comparing it to my regular DELL Latitude D830 laptop.

Pros:

- Very portable, due to enormous battery life, small size, light weight and, last but not least, the fact that it stays cool (the DELL can really burn my lap).

- Fast boot up ~25-30sec; DELL takes 3-4 minutes on a good day. I know, this depends on the software configuration, not just hardware, so it may happen because it is a new clean computer. However, I typically put it in stand-by, and then it wakes up in 2 (yes, two!) seconds.

- Very fast WiFi connectivity, much better than the DELL (I mean the time to establish the connection to my Belkin wireless router, the data transfer speed is standard, I guess).

- Reasonable performance: most day-to-day tasks are as fast as (or faster than) DELL. Sheer number crunching (I’m doing a lot of scientific programming) is 4-5 times slower than DELL(with its dual core), but then it costs 4-5 times less, weighs 1/3 and runs 4-5 times longer. I’ll take the Acer almost any day.

- For the kind of work I’m doing, I often need more than the 1GB of memory it comes with. I ordered from Amazon, received and installed a replacement of the standard 1GB SODIMM with the largest supported 2GB (Crucial 2GB 667 MHz CT25664AC667 DDR2 200-Pin SODIMM Laptop Memory, $24@Amazon). Installation was easy, except that one must be careful with removing the memory cover after taking out the screws – there are some stubborn small plastic prongs that are easy to break.

- Works well with my external USB DVD R/W drive.

- Bright screen, although I would have preferred it matte.

- Good sound.

- Reasonable keyboard (but I don’t touch-type).

- Pretty solidly built.

- Beautiful blue color; not crazy about the exterior shiny finish though.

Cons:

- Actually I found only one significant design flaw: the touchpad buttons are extremely stiff, and the touchpad is very small – almost unusable. However, I am always carrying a small Bluetooth mouse with me, so it is not an issue.

- No built-in Bluetooth for my mouse and phone synch. However, I got a Bluetooth USB 2.0 Micro Adapter Dongle from Amazon ($5.50 with S&H). The only downside is that (a) 1 USB port is taken up by the BT dongle and (b) the dongle, albeit very, very small, still protrudes ¼” out of the side of the computer, so I need to be careful not to break the connector when I throw the computer around. BT works ok, but sometimes (rarely) the Bluetooth connection is not restored when the computer wakes up from stand-by, and I need to restart the BlueSoleil driver.

- Not a real complaint, but more of a wish: There is a little slot inside the battery compartment for a wireless 3G phone SIM card, but they haven’t actually put the hardware in yet. It would be totally cool to access the Internet on 3G from anywhere on such a portable netbook.

Bottom line: excellent value for the money. I think my wife may want one too…


John Chuchman on Thu, 13th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Mighty Mini
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is an Outstanding product; compact, powerful, top notch quality.

Canceled a Lenovo order because of a run-around re delivery and am very happy I did.

Have been a lifelong Dell owner, but this product turns out to be far superior.

T. Orkun on Sat, 15th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



A great companion that you will want to take anywhere
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I ordered my Acer Aspire One 10.1 Netbook (AOD150-1165) on Feb 28, 2009 from Amazon. Item shipped on March 2nd and arrived on March 14.

When I ordered only Sapphire Blue color was available but I am happy with Sapphire Blue. It looks very attractive. I would normally order either white or black model but I am glad they were not available The only thing I can complain is that it easily gets finger marks so I try not to touch the shiny surfaces.

When you unpack the box and hold it on your hand, you will realise how light this is (especially if you have been lugging a 17″ laptop) This is very transportable and ideal for those small airplane tray tables (or your lap)

The 1.6Ghz N270 Intel Atom processor is a single core processor but it is pretty snappy and certainly more than enough for most office type usage. The Netbook ships with Windows XP Home w/SP3 installed instead of Vista so to me it feels as responsive as (or better than) a Core 2 Duo based laptop running Vista.

The unit is rather quiet. The fan or hard disk noise is minimal. The fan does not kick in often during normal use. It might be more active with some heavy CPU/HD activity tasks.

The screen is 1024×600 CrystalBright (shiny) type LCD but very comfortable to read under various light conditions. There is an integrated 0.3M megapixel (640×480) webcam and microphone embedded in the screen frame. Ideal to use a video phone/conferencing software like Skype, etc. BTW, to gain some vertical space on desktop, you might want to set Windows XP taskbar to auto-hide and pop-up when you move the cursor to the edge of the screen.

The keyboard is actually pretty well designed. Unlike some models from competitors, the shift, control, alt, tab, enter, backspace keys are all in the right places. Initially, I found the keys a bit small but after a few days of use, you get used to and avoid hitting two keys. The arrow keys could have been a bit bigger as there is room along the lower right side of the keyboard.

The touchpad on this model is made by Synaptics and is pretty configurable. Like everything else it is a bit small but works acceptably well. It would have been better if it was made wider. Touchpad buttons is another story. They are correctly placed below the touchpad but instead of using two independent buttons the designers chose to use one bar over the two buttons. This made the buttons much harder to press. I would have preferred two independent buttons. I think this is the biggest complaint about the design of this netbook. Nevertheless, the buttons do get softer over time. I have softened the buttons out by pressing both ends of the button bar at the same time repeatedly. I do this a number of times before using the laptop each day. So, it is not that hopeless.

Well, I do try to get myself used to build-in keyboard and mouse but those that are doing extensive work can still attach a regular USB keyboard and a USB mouse. For example, Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000 is a perfect match.

Alternatively, you can tap on the touchpad instead of pressing the buttons. The synaptics touchpad is pretty configurable. You can configure a corner of the touchpad for right button and anywhere else would be left button.

The speakers for this netbook is under it. They are pretty loud and sound quality is pretty decent. However, since the speaker openings are underside of the netbook, if you are holding it on a soft surface such as carpet or bed the sound can get muffled as the openings will be blocked. It’s not a very good idea to keep it on the soft surfaces for a long time anyway as this will block the fan vents as well and cause the netbook to overheat.

There is 1GB RAM memory on DDR2 SODIMM module installed (mine was made by Samsung). There is no on-board soldered memory (the description on Amazon is incorrect and is referring to older 8.9″ model). The memory is easily upgradable to 2GB by replacing the SODIMM module. I upgraded the memory on 10.1″ Aspire One to 2GB by installing a “Mushkin 2GB 200-Pin DDR2 SO-DIMM DDR2 667 (PC2 5300) Laptop Memory – Retail” module (Mushkin part #991618). It works great! Please note that this module has CAS4 (4-4-4-12) timing instead of more common CAS5 (5-5-5-16). In other words, it is slightly faster memory as it has less wait states

The hard disk is a Hitachi HTS543216L9A300, 160GB 2.5″ 5400rpm, Serial ATA, 8MB Cache disk. It’s pretty quiet. I think there is plenty of space for most applications. If you need more you can attach an external USB hard drive or the hard disk itself can be upgraded almost as easily as the RAM memory.

The wireless chip (AR5007EG) is made by Atheros and supports 802.11b/g. The range is decent enough. I had no issues connecting to my home WiFi Access Point, at work or other free public hotspots. I used wifi at Starbucks, Barnes and Noble Bookstore and McDonald’s among others (I get free WiFi at these locations since I have AT&T DSL). However, some users are reporting that they have some issues. The Atheros driver installed by default is old (version 7.6.0.260). The latest I have found for the AR5007EG wifi chipset is version 7.6.1.244 (dated 2/25/2009) and I believe might solve issues that some people are experiencing. (As a convenience, I’ve provided instructions at the bottom of this review for access to updated drivers) The device properties indicate that the WiFi chip is setup for maximum power saving. By the way, just like RAM and HDD, the wireless module is also accessible. Who knows, someone (or Acer) would come up with an replacement module for 802.11n or a Bluetooth+WiFi combo.

There is no build-in bluetooth capability. If you need to interface with Bluetooth devices you will need to buy a USB adapter such as Cirago Bluetooth BTA3210 v2.1 EDR Class 2 Micro Bluetooth Adapter or you can get a combo with a bluetooth mouse such as Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks (Black) Update: Apparently, Acer Aspire One AOD150 models build for some Asian markets do come with build-in Bluetooth. It’s a pity Bluetooth is not included for American version.

Like many other early adopters, the laptop arrived with Panasonic Built 5800mAh, 59W battery. It lasts 7-8hrs under normal office type work with Wi-Fi enabled. This is a bigger capacity battery than it would ship normally (4400mAh, also 6-cell) but most everyone got the larger one so far.

There are 3x USB 2.0 ports, 1x 10/100 Ethernet port, 1x VGA external monitor port and a single Multi-format flash memory card reader/writer (again, Amazon’s description is incorrect about 2nd SD card slot). There are also a headphone and external microphone jacks and a Kensington style lock slot.

There is also a slot for 3G SIM chip beside the battery. My netbook did have the slot but no 3G hardware in there to accept the SIM card. Presumably some models will be equipped to have 3G wireless capability.

Unlike 8.9″ predecessor, this 10.1 model did not come with a case. I picked a Neoprene sleeve from a local store that is designed for an 11″ laptop (Sony VAIO 11.1-Inch Neoprene protection case). Please note that with 6-cell battery the width of the netbook is about 8.5″. So, most 10″ cases with width around 7-8″ will either not fit or will require signficant stretching so choose your case accordingly. Actually, I personally use two cases. The neoprene sleeve goes inside a larger 12-13″ laptop bag with enough storage pockets for the charger and other cables. When I go out to a cafe, I only take the netbook in sleeve and leave the rest in the car.

The netbook also does not come with system recovery disks. There is a Acer recovery utility pre-installed that will generate your recovery disks for you. You should do this as soon as possible. You never know when you will need them. You will need a USB attached CD/DVD writer and some recordable media (6 CD-Rs for System Recovery + 2 for Apps and Drivers, OR alternatively 2 DVD-R for Recovery + 1 DVD-R for Apps and Drivers). I’ve purchased a NU Slim USB External SuperMulti Drive DVD Burner ESW860 and worked for me well. It’s slim enough to carry along with your netbook and you can watch DVDs if you like. You should be able to use it on any other laptop or desktop computer with USB 2.0 interface. Update: You can also order a set of recover CDs directly from Acer for $20. You need to go to Acer Support Website http://www.acerpanam.com and click on US on the map and select “eRecovery CD Purchase” link. It will verify the serial number of your netbook first.

Besides Windows XP Home, there is MS Works, a trial version of Microsoft Office 2007, a 30-day version of McAfee anti-virus suite and a couple other trialware installed. These can be uninstalled from Control Panel easily if desired (or needed).

Overall, I am very satisfied with it and highly recommend it. Obviously, I cannot talk about Customer Support/Service as I did not need to use the service. If your aim is to run your usual applications and surf the net with a decent screen size, this is the right one.

——

Update: Updating Atheros AR5007EG WiFi driver:

You can download version 7.6.1.244 (2/25/2009) driver free from Softpedia. Go to drivers.softpedia.com and enter AR5007EG at the top search box. Download the zip file (ar5_ar9_7.6.1.244.zip) and unzip it. Then go to Install_CD sub-folder and run setup.exe. When prompted choose to upgrade the driver. It’s simple and painless… If you are still having problems after driver update, change the channel of your AP/Router. There may be high interference from a nearby wifi router/access point. Good luck!


Captain Ralph on Sun, 16th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



People, RTFM—Read the frigging manual!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Here’s the skinny.

Great product, all the positives many have already said are accurate. While it doesn’t appear to have speakers, it in fact does and they are plenty loud enough!

The mouse DOES have two buttons! It is NOT hard to push! It’s a SINGLE bar with a left AND right side! If you try to push it in the middle it would be kind of hard.

If you read the manual, you’d know this!

Otherwise, light, fast, loooong lasting battery, great screen, great sound, great functionality, NO loud fan complaints (Lenovo S10 has this problem). Webcam is good enough. Included software not all crap, and some of it useful, can also be easily removed if not wanted.

N.S. on Mon, 17th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Good for the money!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Very happy with this little Netbook. Great battery life, sharp and bright screen, perfect for middle-schooler and for travel. The touch pad and mouse buttons are a bit awkward, but for the price, this is a great value.

N. R. Howard Arduini on Tue, 18th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Acer 10.1 Netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is one heck of a small travel netbook. Took it on vacation and was pleased with its performance, weight and size. Fit in my briefcase and had lots of room for other stuff. Highly recommend this product.

Kyle J. Lynch on Tue, 18th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Greatest Netbook for the Money
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
If you are looking for something to be your main computer, then do not buy this (or any other netbook). But, if you are looking for a small, compact computer to take with you places (I take mine to school with me) or to just get on the internet, then this is the best thing to get for the money. I use mine to type papers for my classes, it came with a free 60 day trial of microsoft office 2007 which is perfect for school. It has 160 GB of memory, which is way more than i’ll ever need. The keyboard is almost a regular sized keyboard, you’ll get used to it in about an hour or so. Only bad thing is that it doesn’t have a CD drive, which can be solved with an external CD drive. But again, if you want that then get a regular laptop.

T. Cook on Tue, 18th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Excellent Netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is an excellent netbook. I haven’t had any major issues with it except the wireless card seems to be a bit sporadic. It doesn’t seem to hold the signal very well and is a bit slow despite being a “g”.

Albert H. Fischer on Wed, 19th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Mighty powerful and handy
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I love this notebook, the Acer Aspire is a new name to me but i liked that they had a notebook instead of a a big full sized laptop. I mainly wanted this for my writing, as I am taking writing courses and for research, I am finding that i am using the notebook more often than my desktop. I LOVE the WII FII option on it as it allows me to go about the whole house without losing my connections at all. This is an amazing little notebook and small enough to tuck under your arm when needed. I can’t say enough about this item because it was more than what i had expected and more.

Rodger C. Ludwig on Thu, 20th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Happy with my Aspire One
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Iv’e been using my 10 inch Aspire One now for a couple of weeks. All in all, it has exceeded my expectations for a low cost netbook, however I have a few concerns;

First, I really don’t like the fact that it dosen’t come with separate restore disks. It’s really irritating when you have to use a separate drive – not included with the unit – to generate the restoration discs that you really should have.

Second, the key board is a bit small to accomodate a touch typist. You can get used to it, but it really does cut down on your speed.

Third, the touchpad is truly difficult to use. I’ve successfully worked around this by buying a wireless mouse, however, this means I have to carry an extra piece of hardware around with me… This kind of defeats the nice small package I was initially attracted to.

On the positive side, I really liked the following:

1. The unit was/is totally responsive with a quick boot up and great web performance. When used with the wireless mouse, it’s almost like working with a desktop. The speed of the processor is truly amazing, allowing you to perform some complex tasks with ease.

2. Great display… You can see this in any lighting environment.

3. Totally quiet… the fan noise is almost non-existant.

4. Very good battery life.

5. Very easy to upgrade the memory.

All in all, it’s a great buy for anyone looking for a small, fully functional, inexpensive and very portable computer.

Travis on Sat, 22nd Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Great netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have both the 8.9″ and this 10.1″ acer aspire and I use the 10.1 daily. I love it. it does everything I need and it is very quick especially to be a netbook. I can’t reccamend any other machine as much as these

A. oteo on Sat, 22nd Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Excellent product, terrible customer service
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
My netbook came with the 6 cell battery, which turned out to be defective (lasting for just 3 hours), it took me a week of emails and phone calls with customer service till they decided to send me a new battery. I was told that I will receive it next week. I called the subsequent week, and I was told that there are no 6 cell in stock, and they don’t know when they will have new ones, but “don’t worry, we will send you yours” great!

I ve been waiting for almost a month, and no response yet.

R. Henke on Sun, 23rd Jan 2011 12:00 am 



It’s Great as long as you know what you’re buying
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is a great little netbook. You just have to keep in mind that because it only has 2gb of ram its processing speed is a little slower. And it’s a bit of a bummer to have to buy an external dvd/cd drive (which I haven’t purchased yet- but really want to soon). It has some awesome touch pad features once you know how to use them. But like you’ve probably read in other reviews, the touch pad is small. Over all though I’ve really enjoyed having it. Oh, and I also love how quiet it is when it’s running!

P.S. And in case you were wondering about the size issue with comparing it to the 8.9 inch version- I’m very glad I went with this larger version. My brother in law came over the other day and we compared his 8.9 to this one and I’m happy to have made the choice I did in getting this one.

James Comtois on Mon, 24th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
unit is what I’d hoped for and so far so good. wish I’d gotten a portable drive to down load software when I bought it. But I’ll add to it later.screen is bright and clear key board easy to use. HDD lots of room.

Russell J. Johnston on Tue, 25th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



You Gotta Love This Machine!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this unit for work. I have had a big, bulky, slow desktop that I have used for years, mostly for email. I bought the Acer so I could use it also out of the office. Well, it has exceeded all of my expectations. The delivery was extremely fast (I am a Prime Member and instead of it taking 2 days, it arrived in one). The setup was fast and painless. I enjoy the wide format of the 10.1 inch screen. My wife, who is a Facebook junkie, took control of it Friday evening with a full battery charge. She returned it to me Monday morning with 23% charge remaining. Not bad! I recommend this Aspire to anyone looking for a great little laptop.

Viper1861 on Tue, 25th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire model 1165
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
Good build quality however, not as good as the Lenovo. For a lower price point than the Lenovo s10 this model does come with a 6 cell battery. The battery has lower rated run-time than the Asus 1000he 6 cell battery and the Samsung s10. The Acer does NOT have bluetooth support (listed as optional for you to find out after you open the box). Also listed in the manual is a rear aircard slot at the battery compartment but this is also OPTIONAL which means it probably doesn’t exist. The Levono also lists bluetooth support as optional. The Acer has a quirky one button toggle touch pad instead of traditional 2 button as on the Asus.

The lack of bluetooth support means you will have to tie up a USB port for a mouse if you need one. For the slightly higher price of $20 (if you shop around) I would go with the Asus 1000HE netbook that comes with bluetooth support, the Atom 208 processor and a long life 6 cell battery.

I’ll be returning my Acer even though it is an inconvenience.

chunhg on Wed, 26th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



LED or CCFL backlight?
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
One of important reasons I decided to purchase this netbook was the LED backlight.

But, the bottom-side sticker says “Lamp(s) Contain Mercury, Dispose Properly,” which means the backlight is CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp) not LED.

I can not trust Acer’s description on their product specification.

Also, it is stinky. It smells as if it was not cleaned after soldering.


E. Starling on Thu, 27th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Just perfect
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Overall a great product. I purchased this with the intent of only using it for travel, etc. but find that I am using it more and more around the house daily. It’s especially good for spot checking e-mail because it boots up so fast. The battery life is awesome, keyboard is great. I can go a few days before needing a recharge. No complaints about this product whatsoever, it performs as advertised.

Alex Lopatnyuk on Thu, 27th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Compact! & Connected!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Extremely compact laptop, has everything you need to stay connected. Fits in my wifes purse, we take it on every trip. So far nothing negative, the cam works great.

D. Schaidle on Thu, 27th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Netbooks Rule
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This thing is amazing. Well worth the price. I use this to surf the net, listen to music, and type papers. It can do all of that with relative ease. I also can play movies, and I was fortunate enough to have gotten the upgraded 6-cell battery that pegs in around 7:30 hour runtime under Windows 7 beta. (it runs Windows Seven like a champ!!) This is a great product, with great craftsmanship, and if you use it for what it was designed for you will be very pleased. Buy now….

L. Meyers on Fri, 28th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Great Traveling Companion
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It is everything that I had hoped for. It is light and is faster than my other larger laptop. I really like the fact that it doesn’t come with Vista. The only downside is that I had to buy ($90) an external DVD portable writer to download stuff. The good thing is that the DVD writer is super slim (about the size of a DVD in its holder). The total package travels well and it fits in any hotel room safe. Several folks have purchased the computer based upon seeing mine in action.

Ever on Sat, 29th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



***very practical piece of machine!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
“I ordered it on 11-03-09 & got mine 16-03-09,we already have the 8.9″ model few months ago, and still I bought this mini. Almost no difference at all, only the size, touchpad, power button, etc. the thing that worry me is, the 8.9″ screen is much crispier than the 10.1″, I have the 5800mAh battery, and I thought it will provide an 8hrs power for the laptop but only 6.5 hrs is registering same as the 8.9″ which is only 5200mAh. Both of them is very portable. I only rank this as 4 star bec. of the downside of the unit. Anyhow, this is a real good investment! Hope this review helps people like me to study before buying”.

L. Prieur on Sat, 29th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Great Boredom Killer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
while I wouldn’t call this a powerhouse this little computer does everything I need it to do, easily portable (and easy to hide from my boss:P) sounds good, and while the BIOS only shows 8mbs of VRAM the system will adjust it up to 225mb, it plays about 90% of all the video games I own, it handles movies and music very well, and the web cam has a pretty good picture quality…

my problems with it are…

the touch pad is a pain some times and in order to upgrade the RAM you need to take the computer apart because there is no access panel for it, which will void the warranty if you do it yourself…

all in all I would give it a B as a computer, but an A as a boredom killer…

B. Meade on Sun, 30th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Great Computer for Me!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this on Amazon on Sunday picked free shipping and got it on Thursday! Ok now about the computer. I love this thing I’m some what computer illiterate and this netbook makes setting up surfing the web and all of that a breeze! The size is great it’s so small that I can throw it in my tote but big enough to type on and the screen is perfectly clear! I recomend this for anyone looking for a great portable computer!

My only complaint is I have no idea how to use the webcam. But that is my problem since well like I said I am computer illiterate!

S. Dougherty on Sun, 30th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



buy it if you don’t mind the small screen
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Got this for my husband to do email and he loves it. Nice and fast, good wireless and screen is clear. He loves the fact that it’s so small and portable. Only draw back is the lack of a port for printing, but we’ll get by that by uploading from hp.


Frenchie on Sun, 30th Jan 2011 12:00 am 



Crappy touch pad and mouse buttons not worth the discount
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
After seeing the positive reviews for this netbook, I decided to get one for my daughter. The device seems nice enough but we were disappointed with touch pad. It’s so small, you have to swipe a couple times just to get the mouse to move a little bit.

The other bad thing is, instead of giving you 2 mouse buttons, you get one big mouse button that’s stiff to press. Of course you know you’re are suppose to press the sides but occasionally you’ll press towards the middle by mistake. It’s simply a bad design.

Other negatives include the dark and useless web cam, lack of N wireless, and lack of bluetooth. I know most people won’t care about these items but there you go. Contrary to the product description, you can actually upgrade the ram to 2GB. Here’s the one to get: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000F7QRTG?ie=UTF8&tag=pc-accessories-10-20 . I guess this is not the worse netoobk available but I think the touch pad and buttons are show stoppers. For a few bucks more, you can get a fully loaded unit without the interface glitches.

Charles M. Kolesar on Tue, 1st Feb 2011 12:00 am 



1st laptop
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I needed a small laptop for travel. Weight and performance were primary. Acer Aspire meets both requirements. Only complaint is the built in mouse. I solved it’s sensitivity with a USB laser mouse from HP. Battery function is outstanding thus far. Outer shell is finger print sensitive but not a big problem. Price, weight and performance make it a great buy.

vcastro on Thu, 3rd Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Short sweet review/no tech talk
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Here’s the old-lady, former techno-geek review with hardly any tech talk at all:

I had the blue 8″ Acer and liked it so much that I decided I deserved the upgrade to the 10″ red one.

It’s more fun than a barrel of monkeys and once I got all the extra stuff off that was loaded onto it and put on all the things I like, I gave my daughter my bigger laptop and a kid at school the little 8″ one.

I love this little netbook. I toss it into my totebag and it goes everywhere I do.

I invested in a cheapie usb cd-r/rw “just in case” and it already came in handy making recovery discs.

ok, one little semi-techie thing: I have been getting as much as 8 hours from the battery. that’s a lot of time away from a plug!

love that Ruby Red color, too.

DrCeeRay on Fri, 4th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Not too big, Not too small, it’s JUST RIGHT
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have carried a PDA for years. It works OK, but the small screen is becoming a pain, especially with my old-person eyes. A conventional laptop is far more than what I need most of the time when away from my office. As in the story of Goldilocks & The 3 Bears, the Acer Aspire One 10-inch is “just right”. Also, I don’t at all mind having the ability to access most of the same programs I use on my desktop.

Patricia Julian on Fri, 4th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Best price anywhere
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QFZFS0/ref=cm_cr_rev_prod_title

I did a lot of research before purchasing and Amazon was the best price anywhere (not just the internet) This is a super fun laptop..Acer sent out a few with a bigger battery and I was one of the lucky ones, instead of six hours it lasts for over 7 hours when fully charged.

F. Luellen on Sat, 5th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Great netbook~Beautiful price~
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
After My HP laptop died last week after only 3 years ,I decide to get Acer aspire one because after all the research.Acer aspire one have good quality but not too expensive. At first I was worried about some of the function like bluetooth that I won’t get from this netbook,but if I won’t use it then why should I worried about it.I never use bluetooth when I have my hp laptop anyway.

I just got my netbook couple days ago.I am very happy with this small and light netbook. The screen is bright and the sound is good too.The keyboard doesn’t bother me like some people said. battery life is wonderful. Only thing I don’t like is I need to get rid of a lot programes that I don’t need. Overall,I am very happy I spend little money and be able to do all the things I normaly do from a regular laptop.

J. Gammon on Mon, 7th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Acer Light Note Book Computer
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This 2 pound Computer works well as a mobile device. The drawbacks are:

Touch Pad is terrible but good work around is a wireless mouse. Also,

no CD/DVD recorder built in requiring external USB CD/DVD recorder for

installation of additional software. Overall, good value for price and

reliable so far.

Michael L. Rowden on Wed, 9th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



vacation netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this netbook to take on vacations and to use out on the deck on weekends. It is perfect. The wi-fi works really well every place i have tried it. It is a great little computer that can do a lot things besides just checking your email.

W. A. Wood on Wed, 9th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Great little netbook except for left and right buttons
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
It is fast light and good battery life. Really enjoy it except for the touch pad and buttons. Buttons are really a little bar very stiff and have to mash it. To work around that I got a little GE mini-mouse, problem solved.

Photonerd on Thu, 10th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Great Little Machine
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is an awesome little netbook. It’s exactly what I was looking for in a portable computer. I’ve never been fond of regular laptops because of their size and weight, but the Acer Aspire One really put what I was looking for in a portable computer in one place. Compared to some other netbooks, the hard drive, battery life, and keyboard layout definitely were key factors in my choosing this particular one over the others. I use it at work all the time and its size is perfect for bringing it virtually everywhere. I’m really pleased with this purchase.

aileronguy on Fri, 11th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Great job!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Overall: Great netbook, with great battery life. Very portable, and can become – almost – the primary computer in your life.

Pros: Size, weight, battery life, bootup speed, shutdown speed, reliability.

Cons: Touchpad a bit difficult on occasion, need more software control. If you want to upgrade memory, you have a convoluted process to get to the memory stick, and it voids the warranty. Best advice is to buy the netbook with the memory already installed. Too many people want to play with the netbook since they haven’t seen one and “are thinking” about buying one (is this really a con?)

Karen L. Challender on Fri, 11th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



NO MODEM – dissapointing to dial up users..UPDATE
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
This is a cute little laptop with everything I needed, except for one very important feature. It doesn’t come equipped with a modem! I had no idea since Amazon’s description doesn’t state that. This seems like something a description should most definatly include since the entire country has not converted to wireless yet!! We only have dial up available to us in our home, so this laptop was useless to me. I had to send it back. I loved that it has Window’s XP but without the Modem, it would be nothing more than a typewriter. I was very dissapointed.

UPDATE! I did not realize it would be simple to add an external modem to this computer until someone left a message stating so.. I really did like this computer a lot and was very dissapointed that I needed to return it. On a bright note, Amazon paid for the return shipping and credited my account in full! Now that I have this info about the external modem, I’m going to reorder this computer along with a modem, because it really did seem to be the perfect little laptop! I wish I could rerate it at a 4+, minus one for not having a modem..

UPDATE concerning posts left about adding an external modem.. I looked into this, but it isn’t that easy with this laptop because there is no cd drive, so no way to download the programming for the external modem.. You would have to also purchase an external cd drive. By time you buy the external modem and cd drive, you might as well purchase a more expensive laptop that has what you need, which is what I ended up doing!

Bernard J. Rubin on Sun, 13th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



ACER 10.1 NetBook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My new Acer Aspire One with the 10.1 inch screen is wonderful. My wife has the 8.9 inch screen and I was undecided but once the slightly bigger screen became available without adding much size or weight I bought it. No regrets. The battery life is incredible.

Italian Gramma on Mon, 14th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Little Laptop………..Big on performance, power, and freedom to be more mobile
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 10.1-Inch Netbook – Sapphire Blue This small computer (netbook) is truely big on power for its size. I have had desktops for several years, and enjoy working and playing on them. Now that I have this new Acer 10″ I feel so free, and I am getting on-line more often than I thought I would. It is light-weight, and so very portable. Also the battery power really surprised me. (At least 6-7 hrs. of pc time) The price is also the best for a netbook this size. I have researched other netbooks, and found them to be more expensive, and nowhere near as powerful as this little Acer 10″. I love it, and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a great little netbook to stay connected with the world, and friends.

B. Sullivan on Tue, 15th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Great Little Netbook!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is netbook is great, as long as you understand it’s shortcomings. This will do Internet, email, and the web magnificently. Anything more and the system is taxed.

My system came with 1 GB of RAM and Windows XP Home, but I upped the RAM to 2 GB and installed the Windows 7 beta on it. It works great. I use it with an external Dell 19 inch monitor, at 1280×1024 resolution. It works fine. I wouldn’t try Photoshop on this thing. An overall great experience.

Eric J. Goodman on Wed, 16th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 10.1-Inch Netbook – Sapphire Blue I bought this for my wife. It has the 6 cell battery and it really does last 6+ hours. The 10.1 is just great. It has taken me a couple of weeks to get it running to my satisfaction. The lack of a cd/dvd drive hasn’t bothered me. I use a HP Pavilion with a 17″ screen. I HAVE taken it everywhere for years. It got to weighing 72.1 pounds with the brick (make that 91.1. This beauty, without the brick, is under 3 pounds and with the brick is just a few more. I started in, I think, December ’81 or ’82 with a Kaypro 1. A 27 pound LUGABLE. This is the first truly portable I ever had. I go back and forth to Arizona from New Jersey and I am looking forward to carrying it and even using it on the plane. I have a wireless USB from Verizon and the coinnection speed and usabality is just as good as the HP. The keyboard is not really noticable. Included software is, for the most part, as usual, a waste. I have installed Office 2007 and deleted the MS Works. I can’t get over how well I do at meetings with everyone complaining about the weight and finding a place to plug in the brick and tripping over cords and this mighty mouse device just keeps on running. I have McAfee, registry mechanic and Spyware Doctor running in the background. I run Malwarebytes and Adaware from an icon. NO SLOWDOWN!! Not like the HP that dies when the stuff is running. My main printer is a Cannon MLF 620 and the wireless stuff works. I deleted Adobe and use Foxit. It is QUICKER then quick. I don’t bother with the pad and use a Logitech V550 Nano (small usb plug) Google earth is okay even with the lowered res. My pictures and videos are good too. Sure they look good on my BB 8330 too but nothing is as good as the 21″ desktop. But then nothing weighs in under 3 pounds either (exept the BB, of course). I just “google earth flew” from New Jersey to arizona and it was just fine. I have loaded up the hard drive with years worth of work (I am calling it my backup).

Would I get another? Sure and I am ordering it tonight when I turn it overlet to my wife and she starts to use it. I have looked at the reviews of other netbooks and I note that they brag about one thing or another. I am only sure that the major difference is the price. This one can be picked up for under $[...] at Amazon and the rest (especially the newest) run from 499 and up. This one walks the walk: I started at it at 2pm and it is now 7:30 pm and I still got over an hour left. NO BS.

W. Peay on Thu, 17th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



acer 10 inch
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This toy is getting glowing reviews from most people posting on Amazon. I suspect most are actually genuine and not a sales pitch. I buy from AMAZON every week, but have only posted back once when I got ripped off on a toothbrush. I am doing this now as I figure I can post here, then put it up on my Blog at “YardCrap”. You can find it if you google.

I am a poor guy with way too much tied up in computer junk. I really had no legitimate reason to buy this. I have been looking at netbooks for months as they are interesting. I really like the MSI WIND, especially because it has a wonderful web forum that just makes one want to get involved.

Acer came out with this bigger screen and I bought it, even though I might like the smaller one better.

Like any computer, you have to be willing to play with it for a time to get the best out of it. Most people will not understand that. They just use their computer believing it to be as good as it can be.

If you do that with this ACER, you will be happy. If you adjust it some, you will be amazed.

I have 3 excellent desktops scattered around my place and a laptop that cost a lot. Compared to them, this ACER is junk. Comparing this to those just makes me an idiot.

Like I said, I had no legitimate excuse to buy this, but I am glad I did!

I have 80 gigs of music on it now. No ipod sounds as good as this ACER on head phones or hooked into my boat or deck speakers. No music player has a screen like this or supports WINAMP. It is bigger than an ipod type player, but the rare times I need to walk down the street with music in my pocket -> I can revert to those. I always hook players to powered speakers on my boat, car, deck and dock as I put a premium on good sound. For that you need a good player going through the best system you can assemble.

GPS works on this better than my car unit. I guess the computing power puts most GPS units to shame. It is incredible on my fishing boat.

If you kinda understand what this is, and kinda have a use for it, this is a great toy !! I am impressed, and will not give it back.

Here are some tips and observations.

I had good quality memory on hand and upgraded to 2gig. I doubt you need that if you keep XP Home on it. Still, memory is cheap, so why not? Windows 7 will be out soon, but it might cost more than this computer. XP Home is very capable. I have a LINUX dual boot on because it is free and fun, but unless you are already into that, this ACER would be a poor place to learn.

I think one guy put up an issue with the touch pad and everyone thinks it is cool to add to that. I suspect these are people who have little experience with touch pads. This one is OK. It is not like my $2000 laptop, but not that different. The best feature of touch pads is the tap. Just tap it. TAP IT !! It works great. I stuck in that tiny dongle with the logiteck mouse, and I like that as it fits really close.

Like any laptop, if you hook it into your large monitor and plug in a mouse, you can set it up with less pain, just up the monitor resolution.

I have not tried the wireless, but some others say it is good. For less money, I ran cable through the floor and up into places where I might want to hook in, like out here on the deck where I am now.

I suspect some incredible net books are just months off. Still, I don’t see anyway you could wrong with this one if you actually do want a tiny computer that refuses to act tiny, and looks great.


D. Wong on Thu, 17th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Great netbook if not for a few big problems
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
pros:

nice bright, glossy screen

great keyboard

5800mAH battery welcome bonus vs the 4400mAH advertised

decent price at $350

cons:

noisy fan comes on intermittently after a while

bad trackpad and buttons

comes with ALOT of bloatware that I had to uninstall

0.3MP webcam vs 1.3MP found on most competitors

review:

You get very good specs for the price. The glossy screen displays very well. The 5800mAH battery bonus was a pleasant surprise. I had no problems with the keyboard despite it being the same size as the one from Acer’s 8.9″ model. It’s very quiet and responsive.

What did bug me was the noisy fan, which turns on and off every few minutes sometimes. I can’t find a pattern to what triggers this. Sometimes I’m just using Firefox and I get this behavior. If you are sensitive to noise like I am, this may be an issue. The trackpad is also a turn-off. Very small; I think the smallest I’ve seen from the 10″ netbooks. It was difficult to use no matter how I configured the sensitivity. Initially, I was having issues with the synaptics sensor software stalling so the pointer turns into an un-movable ball while it’s “thinking”. Someone in the discussion forum noted turning off virtual scrolling would help, and it did help for me. The right and left buttons are actually a single button on a pivot and are very very hard to press. When I first started this up, the system was using 500MB Ram to run everything. I had to uninstall a bunch of bloatware to make it run at a more manageable 175MB. I checked out the webcam and microphone via Skype. The other party said my video was very choppy, but the voice was fine. This is understandable as the atom processor is very power efficient (it uses about 2.5Watts instead of the typical 30+ Watts on a desktop) but not very powerful. My CPU was running at 75-90% while I was videochatting and the fan was audibly running the whole time. I wonder if this is why Acer chose a 0.3MP webcam over the 1.3MP found in others in the same class. The specs obviously can’t handle smooth videochatting as is, so streaming higher video resolutions would be even more problematic.

Overall, I think half the hardware is awesome and half is awful. I can always deal with software issues, but subpar hardware is tough to get over. I can’t really complain given the price and the infancy of the netbook market though. It’s a solid machine, but don’t expect to get rid of your regular desktop or notebook.

Lee Anthony on Fri, 18th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



It didn’t work out for me
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I was so happy receiving this computer. I dug right into it, and was very happy…for almost a week. Then the keyboard would only work on the first 30 minutes of turning on the unit…perhaps an over-heating issue. I was on the phone with Acer for over an hour, and finally they decided it could not be fixed on my end. I could have sent it back to the Acer distributer for repair or send it back to the vendor, Amazon. I elected to send it back to Amazon and receive a replacement. However, receiving a replacement was not an option as they did not know when the item would be back in stock. I elected to accept a refund, and bought an Asus, which, for $25 more, has many more features that I wanted and feels like a sturdier machine.

lunchman on Sun, 20th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Excellent netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve had my Acer about a week now, it’s everything I expected it to be. Windows XP runs well on it, the screen resolution and clarity are great, the keyboard is usable (though not as good as the hp Mini which I also own) and battery life is superb (7-8 hours).

Prior to receiving it I read many of the reviews here complaining about the touchpad and difficult to press mouse buttons. These reviews almost led me to cancel the order and look at the Asus netbook instead. Let me say that I’ve had no problems using the touchpad and find no issues with the mouse buttons, they’re very easy to press. However, I did order a wireless notebook mouse prior to the arrival of the Acer and I switch back and forth between that and the touchpad.

I’ve also been able to run Ubuntu from Live CD (actually Live USB stick) and will be setting the Aspire One up to dual boot once I find the time to install Ubuntu for real on the hard drive.

I’d say the only negative regarding the machine was the question of wondering which battery size it would come with. Mine came with the 5800 mAh battery. If it’s true that some come with 5800 and others with 4400 mAh batteries, then it’s inexcusable on Acer’s part to ship this laptop with two different batteries and not differentiate them via model number.

William Rheaume on Mon, 21st Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Awesome laptop
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a very nice laptop. Does more then I need it to do. Runs very fast. I got lucky and got the one with the better battery too. 8 hr life on this thing it’s amazing. With my old laptop I was lucky if I got 1 hr. Like in in all the reviews of this laptop the built in mouse pad button are hard to use. I use a real mini mouse with the laptop so its not a problem for me. So for $349 I do not think you can find a better deal.

SnB on Tue, 22nd Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Nice laptop if not for the mouse button
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I got my acer about two weeks. Everything is working great! The screen is at the perfect size. The old 8.9″ acer was really a little too small for my liking. The keyboard is big enough even for a fast typer. This small lappy boots up fast (<30s). I really didn’t expect this from a $350 netbook. Acer has also made the mouse pad bigger and the buttons are not at the side anymore which is great. My only complaint is that these buttons are hard to press (like really hard) though it doesnt make any sound when pressed. Battery life is really decent (the last of the 5800 battery ^^), could prob last one day at sch without charging. -SnB

Steven R. Abrams on Wed, 23rd Feb 2011 12:00 am 



headphone jacks do not work
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
This laptop is no good for music…it has a headphone jack which has no

electronic contacts so nothing comes thru your headphones!!!

friend of history on Thu, 24th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Very happy customer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great little computer. I got it on March 11. It worked out of the box with no problem. I received the larger battery and after five and a half hours it is still going strong. The keyboard is surprisingly easy to use. I was afraid that it would be too small but it isn’t despite my larger than average hands. Acer has done an outstanding job building this computer.

AliceZ on Fri, 25th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Poor
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Recd this AAO 10.1 a few weeks. Also, like another post, I cannot hear/feel the fan running. Some other people said their fan is too loud, etc. So, I don’t know what is going on with the fan. I sent many emails to Acer and they were no help and told me to telephone Acer, which I did. Very unfriendly people there, who didn’t seem to want to help at all. Several calls, long time on hold, several cut-offs, and finally spoke to someone who said “yes,” the fan was working “all the time” even though I couldn’t hear it. So, at this moment I don’t know what the heck is going on with the fan.

Some programs were supposed to be installed on the computer, which were not installed. Aver kept telling to get the programs from the Recovery disks. There were no Recovery disks enclosed? Plus, there is no DVD/CD drive. No way to play DVDs if you do have external drive, because the MS Media Player installed does not play DVD movies. Acer said to load some other programs to play the DVDs.

All in all, I would not purchase an Acer product again, especially because of their ‘out-sourced’ service/tech support. Not worth it!

peke on Fri, 25th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Upon arrival….won’t work..sending back
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I was hoping for a wonderful netbook. Ordered it on Sunday and received it on Wednesday. Shipping was good..no damaged box. Packed well. Looks nice. 5800 battery instead of smaller one that is supposed to be with it. Problem is I cannot use it. The mouse does not work. I installed the battery and turned it on. I installed my 3-G air card. It needed to re-boot and that was the end of the mouse/trackpad. It no longer works. Instruction booklet was no help. I tried Fn + F7, but it still will not work. I hope I don’t have to send it back. If I get it working, I will redo this review, but in the meantime……POOR rating from me.

T. F. Weber on Sat, 26th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Happy with my Acer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My Acer Aspire One 10.1 netbook arrived this afternoon after ordering it on Friday past. Was most impressed with the packaging as the manufacturer took great care to ensure that even Amazon couldn’t screw up the product. I say this only because so many times it seems that Amazon’s crew simply ‘dumps’ products into their boxes, with little or no protection and off they go. Mine arrived in excellent condition without the bumps and abrasions on the box many times seen from UPS. But I digress . . .

The Acer quick guide nearly made me laugh out loud with this quote from page 6 “Ensure that the battery is probably locked in place as illustrated in 2-2.” If that escapes anyone – perhaps you know more than I do about the English language!

Anyway, I found the instructions a bit light on specifics, specifically with regard to the wireless communications capability. Took me awhile to figure out how to use the communications switch and that the unit was equipped with everything needed to almost instantly make connection with my router. Amazing.

From there on, everything was tremendously gratifying. I love this little MoSheen and am looking forward to many hours of fun doing the things I like to do while on the net.

I rated it with 5 stars because it really has met all of my expectations in terms of ease of use, portability, appearance ‘n functionality.

Only critism I can come up with is I wish the cover wasn’t glossy – makes for easy smudging. But that can be easily remedied with a wipe now and then.

I’m happy with my Acer.

AND mine came with the 5800 mAh battery, a pleasant suprise as well!

C. Glenn on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Amazing
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It’s amazing and I love it. The battery life is four times any laptop I’ve ever owned. Just to cycle the battery a couple times I had to run my virus scanner for 5 hours, after changing the power settings to “always on.” That’s five hours of the hard drive spinning almost constantly.

I recommend you spend an extra $25 for a 2GB memory stick. I’ve regretted not max-ing out memory on laptops in the past. But I’ve never regretted spending a few extra bucks to max them out up-front.

Obviously, this is the perfect airplane companion. Even if it’s your second laptop, for the airplane only, it’s well worth the $350 if you travel a lot. You don’t even have to worry if the person in front of you puts the seat back–it still fits. And you certainly don’t have to worry about the battery life.

The keyboard is NOT a problem. I’m 6 feet tall with large hands. After reading these reviews I thought it would be an issue. I just plunked down my hands and started typing, and it was fine! That leaves only the tiny screen size as the only thing less-than-ideal, but you know what you are getting — it’s a netbook, not a laptop.

Performance is snappy — It seems to be better than my 2.4Ghz Celeron laptop. The thing preventing lots of multi-tasking is the screen, not the CPU. If you are at home, you might consider an external monitor.

Here’s a tip for would-be buyers. If you don’t want to spend money for a USB CD drive, just download “Alcohol 52 Free Edition”. It allows you to rip installation CDs and DVDs to image files, and to mount those files into a “virtual” drive. Just transfer the image files onto this baby using a thumb drive or over the network. Of course, some installations are not particular about running from a CD, and you can just install by copying all the files to a thumb drive. I use my thumb drives for other things, though, and it’s more convenient to move 2 files across to get the whole CD, and then be able to easily clean it up after.

The first thing you’ll want to do when you get this machine is uninstall all the trial software. That’s pretty quick — maybe 20 minutes. The second thing is adjust the touchpad sensitivity and speed in the control panel under “mouse”.

If I can figure out how to get it to boot up with the WiFi disabled, I’ll be 100% happy about it (instead of 99.9). I checked the BIOS, and didn’t see anything there. Of course, flicking the button once is not much of a big deal.


M. Harmon on Mon, 28th Feb 2011 12:00 am 



Great Netbook
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Pros: Windows XP, Bright Screen, Good Keyboard for the size, Super portable, 6 cell battery lasts 7-8 hours on a full charge

Cons: the touch pad is small and somewhat hard to use. this is solved by wireless mouse

I bought this computer last week and set it up this weekend. removed the bloat ware in about 15 minutes. Loaded MS Office 2007 enterprise version, Snag it, Firefox and AVG virus protection. All this took less than an hour. I have a 15.4 lenovo with vista, 2gb of ram and Intel Dual core processors and the Acer out performs it. I have used word, excel, powerpoint and Outlook extensively over the last 4 days and as far as I can tell it runs better on the Acer Aspire. On Sunday I was working on a project and used the battery for almost 8 hours before I had to plug it in the wall. The wireless has not dropped once since the initial set up. I have used my home wireless network and a public network at Panera bread. I have big hands but there is enough room on the keyboard for me to type. Monday night I watched streaming video from NBC.COM and there were no blurs.

One irritation is ACER back up and recovery program will not create a recovery disk on an USB drive. It exclusively looks for Optical drive. I am sure there is a work around but I have not had time to look.

I am going to use this machine exclusively for traveling and my consulting project work. I bought it for my kids but I guess now they will get the big laptop.

Oldfrat on Tue, 1st Mar 2011 12:00 am 



I love it!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve had the Acer One 10″ for about 3 weeks and just love it! The size and weight are perfect for biz travel. It handles all the software I need on it very well. Display is great. Keyboard works fine, but I do have to slow down just a tad to let my pinkies get in place. Still, the keyboard beats typing on a cell phone by a ton.

I added a USB mouse, cuz I prefer them over touch pads. Added a no-name USB CD-ROM to load software, easily found on the Net at $20. And added a $25 Zoom brand USB mini-modem as I occasionally stay in motels with no wireless. The Acer One has 3 USB ports, so these add-ons all work fine.

I’ve used it for video chat and video conferencing and the built-in camera and mike do just fine.

The result is an invitingly portable computer that does everything I need to do on the road for about $400 in total. A heck of a bargain, IMHO.

Slip on Wed, 2nd Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Amazing little machine – with one caveat
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The Acer Aspire One with the 10.1 inch screen is an amazing little machine. I bought it as my “studying machine” for a medical board examination, with the intention of using it to take notes, review images and watch lecture videos. With its large hard drive and great screen it’s been perfect for those tasks. But with its extreme portability, long battery life (I am writing this on my 8th hour of battery time), surprisingly peppy processor and nice screen, I find that I bring it everywhere and use it for everything. It’s largely taken the place of desktop computers at work, my full-fledged laptop at home and even my iPhone for on-the-go surfing.

Of course, the same comments could apply to many other netbooks in this class, and in truth, there may not be a tremendous amount which separates one machine from the other — but I do think that Acer has hit a sweet spot in terms of price and feature-mix with this machine.

There’s one caveat which prevents me from giving this machine 5 stars: The mouse button is incredibly stiff. This was the first thing I noticed when I took the machine out of the box, and it hasn’t stopped annoying me. Luckily the trackpad software allows you to tap the pad for both left and right clicking, which is what I do most of the time now, because pressing the physical button could really give someone a repetitive stress injury. Otherwise it’s an amazing little machine.

D. Solomon on Fri, 4th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Very satisfied
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have had this computer about 3 weeks and it is everything I had hoped for and more at an unbelievable price.

It works great and actually does run on a charge for 5 to 6 hours without any attempt to minimize power usage.

Though the Aspire is exceedingly small, the keyboard works well with a nice touch and close enough to full size that at least I don’t have any real problem typing and going back and forth with a regular size keyboard. The screen is sharp and easy to read. The 1040×600 screen is a pain but quite usable for most applications though you can’t very easily have multiple windows open at the same time.

The laptop is no speed demon but quite adequate for basic computer operations. It is very well tuned for XP and boots up quickly. You can put it to sleep and wake it up in a few seconds between uses with very little battery drain and not even both rebooting.

If you get one, be sure to get the fan utility. It’s free and solves the noisy fan problem. Also, turn off the power saving mode for the wireless adapter so it doesn’t go into sloooow motion when running off the battery. It probably only costs you about 5 minutes of battery life and will keep you from tearing your hair out. Both tweaks are well documented on the web if you look around.

Other than that, get rid of all the crummy software and demo versions and you have a great little laptop for traveling. I didn’t see the need for ripping it completely apart to add an extra 1/2 gig. It runs fine without it though I am sure it would speed it up a bit.

Yes, it picks up finger prints like crazy but who cares. If you consider your laptop a fashion accessory, get an Apple for 5 times the price.

S. Scherling on Fri, 4th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Acer made what I want!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
So I have now owned this product for about a month. To date I have had zero issues. I bring it to work with me and have it running from usually 8am until 4:30pm and around that time is when it warns me the battery is almost dead, but I still have about 30 minutes of battery life left. I also don’t hear any noise coming from it what so ever. Even putting my ear up to where the majority of the heat escapes, there is no sound.

I usually am on Google Chrome surfing the web and have AIM, MSN, Yahoo all open with a few conversations in each program. I also have watched netflix and a few TV series in HD in that 8 1/2 hour time period.

I will admit there have been a few times its hiccuped and not responded for about 5 seconds at the most, but that was when I was stress testing it streaming 4 different YouTube videos, and using VLC to stream from my desktop to this system while chatting and playing a game on Kongregate. I also do not have the 2 gigs of memory, so you should be able to do this right out of the box.

As for the mouse, I haven’t had any complaints with it. My girlfriend absolutely cannot stand it, however, using the built in software I can pretty much do any button clicking with just tapping or double tapping the track pad. I don’t think the mouse button is too stiff, like some of the complaints.

Pros:

-lightweight

-quiet

-very portable

-long lasting (I do have the 5800 Mah battery)

-looks clean

-bright screen

-easy to use

Cons:

-none to date.

Michael Wagner on Sat, 5th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Awesome Deal!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I really like this netbook along with several other acer products I have owned. I went out and doubled the ram the first day because it was a little on the sluggish side for what this machine can handle. If you can spare an extra $25 dollars it is worth the upgrade. 5 out of 5

Laptop User on Sun, 6th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



DON’T BUY THIS NOTEBOOK
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
In less than 2 weeks after I got it, the screen went dark. I called the tech support in Texas and they told me I need to ship the whole unit back to them for 7 to 10 days repair. Since this is the only computer I have to do my work, I asked for any alternative way to help me to solve the problem. Obviously the answer is no. Now, I have two choices. One is to find a local repair store to fix the problem myself. The other one is to find a way to first backup my hard drive, erase all info in hard drive, and then send it back to them.

Think twice before you place the order on this machine.

Wonderbird on Mon, 7th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Great little machine…
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have had this little machine for almost 2 weeks now. I really like it. It took me about 3 days before I got brave enough to pop off all of the keycaps and rearrange them for the dvorak instead of qwerty layout.

I never bothered with the XP garbage that came with it. I immediately installed Fedora 10 from a USB thumb drive. I ordered it on Feb 17 and was lucky enough to get one with the 6 cell 5800mh battery. (Lasts more than 6 hrs under normal use on battery power. I have not bothered to time it since making some power related optimizations)

The 10 inch display is high quality. I am really hoping that somebody comes out with 1024×768 or better resolution in the same form factor though. I like the keyboard and think it is about as small as you can get and still do proper touch typing. (One of the best things about it is that it does not come with a crippled right shift key like many other netbooks) The atom 270 is not a bad processor but the Intel chipset that supports it is apparently pretty wasteful.

I could not wait…. But if this is a taste of what’s to come around the next corner when ARM-based systems become available in the same form factor I can’t wait!

In the meantime this is about as portable as you can get and still have a usable keyboard. They struck a great balance with this little netbook.

Ditto to what one of the other reviewers said about the touchpad buttons being ridiculously hard to push… I am still getting used to that quirk… (But I would still get the same system if I had it to do over again.)


J. Bradley on Tue, 8th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Just what I wanted
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I bought an Acer 8.9″ and loved it.When this 10″ came out I ordered it within days of it’s release and have had it over 3 weeks now and it’s perfect for me.

Pros: bright screen, long battery life,wireless seems better than the 8.9, not as much gap between the screen and body as in the 8.9, has XP my favorite of all time windows, boots pretty fast,sturdy build, easy to update hard-drive and memory and mine is very very quiet.

Cons: Top shows fingerprints, touch pad buttons are awkward, card reader won’t read compact flash.

Buy yourself a little laptop wireless mouse as the touch pad is very tiny and surf away into the night. I use MagicDisk to create virtual cd drives and Nero to create disk images and have installed Office 2007 with no problems. Overall, I don’t need any more features or power then this little machine gives me.

Steven M. Petusevsky on Wed, 9th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



love my acer but 1 problem
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Got my new 10 inch screen acer netbook and love it for travel. I am a writer and this netbook is perfect except for one problem. I need to findout if anyone else has the same experience. Mousepad seems to have a mind of it’s own and is very difficult to manage. I am not talking about the well mentioned buttons under the touch pad. Is there a setting to control this ?

Thanks ! Steve

Jen on Thu, 10th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Love it
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Like many, I got it to replace my Acer 8.9 which I bought a month before they announced they were coming out with the 10.1 inch! No problem though, the 8.9 will be going off to college with my son. I absolutely loved the 8.9, but thought it could be a tad bigger. Naturally, I HAD to have the 10.1 when it came out. Ordered it Thursday 2/26 and received it this morning (Monday) and haven’t been off it yet! And good news -YAY- I got the extended battery! Didn’t expect that at all, but was happy to get the bonus! All in all, I am very pleased! But then I knew I would be!

ning jiang on Fri, 11th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Disappointed
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Poor performance. Had to wait for one or two second for an action on browser. Usually this should not happen on a new computer. Also the click button for the mouse is not as good as the other laptops. need to push very hard. I bought this netbook based on its high rate of the review. I have to say that I am disappointed and regret that I bought it.

NJ

J. Haag on Sat, 12th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Great Choice for a netbook!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I do computer support and wanted a quick booting netbook that would be light weight. I ready just about every review for this netbook that I could find on the Internet. Most all were positive…A few were not kind, probably because of Acer’s reputation in the early 90s.

This is a quality product and I am completley satisfied. My netbook does boast the 6-cell battery and boots in 24 seconds flat (NOTE: I upgraded the RAM from 1 -2 GB [...]) The screen is cristal clear, the mouse is tough but I am getting used to it. Very very please with my purchase. Get one!

Ivaylo Panayotov on Sun, 13th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Simply the Most Cost Effective High Tech PC I ever Owned…
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have been researching the brand for a good 3 weeks before I made my decision. I wanted the Red one but just couldn’t wait so I got the Blue which became available on the site on Thursday Morning… Ordered it around 3pm and it was here Friday at lunch!… Talk about speedy service (Nevada to Michigan)

Took all of 2 min to unwrap it, stick the battery in and power it up…

Then 2min later I was on the internet…

Charged the battery for 1hr and then used it for a total of 7hrs after that on the Power Saving Mode… was amazed that it still had 25% left…

Saturday morning I was looking around for some updates etc… and I found out that Microsoft has the Beta version of the Win 7 out so I downloaded that and roughly 25min later I was back online with the new operating system… talk about smooth installation.

I surfed the web all day Saturday watched a movie through the laptop on an external monitor and still managed to squeeze a mighty 8hrs out of the battery (5800mAh)

The build quality is amazing, I am already in love with the new Windows 7 and it runs super on this computer… typical vista idles at around 500-600Mb and this one is around 250-300Mb of memory usage… so even with the new higher end graphics it still works like a charm.

Well it’s Monday morning and I can say I have had it for a little less then 3 days and I am in love with the thing. Its mobile, light, fast, charges quick, has an amazing screen just right if you ask me (8.9″ was too small) boots in under 30sec… And wakes up from standby in about 3sec… Hibernate takes around 10sec… other then that thumbs up for ACER and providing us with one of the most amazing little machines on the market today!…

Recommend it to anyone interested in a small notebook for quick web surfing or mobile watching or even video chat with your friends from around the world… it works and it makes sense at $350.

Thank you Acer… and thank you Amazon for the awesome service.


Elizabeth Sarah on Tue, 15th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Need to purchase a DVD decoder driver with DVD external player
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
The Acer one works fine. I got it for my wife. It seems stable. Easy to use WiFi. I bought the Targus DVD player/CD-RW to play movies. But after a lot of upgrading of various software from Microsoft, I realize that the MS media player version installed could not decrypt regular DVD’s. I purchased one from [...] as suggested by Microsoft, and it allowed MS medial player to work perfectly with DVD movies. I gave it 4 stars as i never give out 5 stars as a general policy unless it blows me away

Ronald P. Colburn on Tue, 15th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Brillant Machine
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I do not know much about computers even though I now own a desk top computer, a notebook computer, and a netbook computer. The one easiest to use is this netbook by Acer with its 10 inch screen. Not only is it easy to use it is so portable. I am working on my doctorate and now I have a computer that can truly help me earn that degree. I did also get the bigger battery and that certainly is going to help alot. This computer will come in handy when I have to spend some time on and at my residencies. Acer has built a netbook that is all it is cracked up to be. I am impressed and I would recommend this 10 inch Acer to any student, any teacher, and anyone who needs portability and accessibilty. Two thumbs up for this computer. Thanks, Acer!!!!

Winifred on Thu, 17th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



UPDATE: DOWN TO ONE STAR
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I just got this today (ordered yesterday), but I thought people might want to know that I did get the better battery, so you might have a shot.

preliminary observations: great screen, keyboard pretty user-friendly, but those “mouse buttons” under the touchpad are awful – they require way too much pressure. I’m hoping they’ll loosen up, and using the arrow keys much more than I usually do.

UPDATE: October 2009: The screen has been off for a couple months – the colors turn green if the screen is not just the right angle. I did not follow up on it right away because I wasn’t using it much and the problem wasn’t that bad. Now, however, the screen is completely off; I cannot get a full-width picture anymore and sometimes the screen is off up-and-down, too.

Amazon won’t let me adjust to 1 star, but I would if I could.

Now to find the warranty … I’ll update when I see what service Acer provides.

Jennifer Garvey on Fri, 18th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Well worth the $$$
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I had seen these and similar units available for some time. The Acer models caught my attention the first time I came across them browsing through hardware for an order I was placing. They are sleek netbooks with a nice clean paint job resembling a showroom sports car. Ultra portable, thin and lite, these are the best balance of functionality and extreme mobility.

Like I said in my introduction I had seen these online for some time but never bought one. I thought they looked attractive but doubted there efficiency for office use. I didn’t want to spend $300+ on something I wasn’t sure could meet my needs. I had used a HP mini and hated it. Found the screen too small and unstable. Noticed some flickering with the HP units that turned me off from the netbook PCs. However something about the Acer units kept me curious.

The wife must have noticed how curious I had grown, and surprised me with one for Valentines Day. This was the best gift I could have gotten. This PC is awesome and totally destroyed my skepticism.

The video was amazing! Nice sharp display, perfect resolution for the size. Runs games I never expected it to run. Half-life one based games run great, and the Half-life 2 demo runs playable (although not well enough to be competitive online 15-30fps) Hard-drive has plenty of room for a mobile PC. Divx and Netflix Instant watch runs nice with a great picture quality. Another feature that amazed me was the audio quality. HD audio with great sounding speakers that were remarkably loud!

This PC is also amazingly light. It’s solid, well put together, and barely even gets warm when running with full CPU load. The six cell battery gives me almost 7 hours of continuous use. The long battery life means if I take it out on call, and forget my power cord, I do not have to worry about it dying on me. This is the first laptop I have ever came across that can virtually give you a full days use on one charge. This is a great stride for the business user who relies on their PC to work all day.

Office applications run great. OpenOffice and Microsoft Office 2007 runs nicely. My only complaint is the PC is running XP Home. The types of consumers who would benefit most form the system would need XP Professional. This is not Acers fault. Microsoft only allows XP Home to still be sold, and only for netbooks. All other sales of XP has been stopped. This is because even though XP has reach it end-of-sales status, Microsoft has recognized that vista is too much for these low end netbooks. But what about Windows 7? The full release of windows 7 is expected to hit shelves by Christmas, and with the growing popularity of the netbook and Microsoft claims that 7 requires less resources than vista with more features, Windows 7 might be a good choice for the netbook class of portable PCs.

I had already tested Windows 7 on an older Athlon system and it performed surprisingly well. It was also very close to the specs of the Acer. Running a 1.4Ghz with 266Mhz fsb system with 1GB DDR 266Mhz ram it was pretty close. In fact the Acer is more powerful, 1.6Ghz with 533Mhz fsb and 1GB DDR2 533Mhz, it should prove a viable system to run Windows 7.

It was simpler than other users made it seem. Most people who installed other Operating Systems on the Acer Aspire One claim you had to use a USB flash drive properly formatted with the installations files on. Then boot form the flash drive and install windows. That was because a lot of USB CD/DVD drives are not bootable. The first one I tried wasn’t. I use a thermaltake USB drive enclosure with a NEC 16X DVD+-RW. Works good for installing and burning on the Acer but not recognized during boot. However I did have a USB to IDE cable I use to recover information from crashed hard-drives. I plugged it into a burner I pulled from a dead emachines PC and it worked liked a charm. Booted from the DVD no problem and installed Windows 7 Beta.

First thing I noticed is that it recognized all the hardware right away. I ran windows update and received all the updates and this PC is amazingly stable. The Aero interface runs flawlessly, with all the effects. Some stuttering but only noticeable by picky users like me. Windows 7 looks beautiful on this machine and really compliments the high quality LCD included with Acer. Even the slide show wallpaper feature runs nice. The wallpapers transition every 5 minutes and do so very smoothly even with full CPU load! (JORDAN VARDEN, Jordos Computer Services, Tupper Lake NY)

M. Russell on Sun, 20th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Fabulous Netbook, Fabulous Price!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I just got this netbook yesterday, after ordering it on Tuesday (ground UPS shipping was lightning fast). Not only is this my first netbook, it’s my first laptop. I am completely delighted with it so far! Easy set up, great WiFi connection, larger, longer lasting battery. I would certainly recommend this netbook to anyone looking for a second, portable computer. I am not finding the trackpad buttons too difficult to operate and the keyboard is lively and responsive.

David Slauson on Sun, 20th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Excellent combination of features and price!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is a cool little computer. Of the netbooks currently available (late February 2009), it has the best combination of features and price. These were the particular features that sold me:

- a usable keyboard, with properly positioned Shift keys. Many other netbooks compromise here, using a small weirdly-placed shift key that can make it very difficult to type accurately. The Acer’s keyboard is slightly reduced in size, but I am able to touch-type on it with no problem.

- a 10.1″ screen, with 1024×600 resolution. Bright, clear, and easy-to-read.

- a 160GB disk drive; quite generous storage capacity for this class of machine. Plenty of room for photos, music files, and the usual day-to-day work.

- extended run-time on battery. This is perhaps one of the greatest advantages of a netbook over a more traditional laptop. Because of the power-efficient processor used, even the smaller 3-cell battery will usually have double the battery run-time of a regular laptop. And with a larger 6-cell battery, the Acer will run for an entire workday. Like other early orders, mine (ordered on Sunday 2/22) was shipped with the larger battery. This adds an enormous degree of convenience and utility to the netbook; true un-tethered portability.

- a compact, attractive case. It’s a nice change from the usual black or monochrome computer.

Along with the 3 USB ports, good wi-fi connectivity, an ethernet port, external monitor jack, built-in webcam and mic, 1 GB RAM, and 1.6Ghz processor, it has everything most of us need in a portable computer, and nothing that we don’t.

The only thing that I actively dislike is the mouse-button. What were they thinking? As others have noted, it is truly heinous, requiring an incredible amount of force to press. Unbelievable, especially when one considers how well thought out the rest of the design seems to be.

(UPDATE June 2009): I was in Walmart today and checked out the two Aspire One’s that they had on display. The stiff mouse-button problem appears to be fixed in the latest models! The feel was quite reasonable on the current store-models that I tried.)

Fortunately, there is a partial workaround for the stiff button… using touchpad tap/gestures in place of the mouse button for single or double-clicking, and marking text. I haven’t got a great workaround yet for click-drag operations (e.g. moving windows, dragging files). I’ve had to turn that into a two-handed operation; left finger holds down the mouse button, right finger drags on the touchpad. This is something that I do infrequently enough that the overly stiff button isn’t a deal killer. However, it is a serious flaw in an otherwise excellent design.

(UPDATE: the touchpad can be configured to allow “Locking Drags” on the Acer. Bring up Control Panel -> Mouse -> Device Settings. In the listbox, click on the Synaptics Touchpad entry, then click on the Settings button. This brings up the Properties dialog for the touchpad. Select +”Tapping” (expand the entry), then “Tap and Drag”. There is a checkbox for “Locking Drag” so that you can turn on this behavior if it suits you. It can provide a workaround for the unwieldy click-drag behavior caused by the Aspire One’s stiff mouse button. )

Wishes for a future version:

1) improved button!

2) an even higher-res compact display; say 1280×800.

3) somewhat faster dual-core processor, when they become available (a BiAtom processor?), but without seriously compromising battery life.

That’s about it. I wouldn’t want a built-in CD/DVD or much bigger display because I want a netbook to be small, convenient, and compact. I like getting 7 to 8 hours on a battery charge, and don’t want that to suffer.

Overall, the Acer Aspire One has an almost ideal combination of features and price. Recommended.

sellers2 on Mon, 21st Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Perfect size netbook!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am so happy with this netbook! I can not believe how light it is even with the battery attached. The 6 cell battery last about 7 hours and runs very quietly. My first Acer lasted 4 years without any problems so I was very excited to see that Acer offered a 160 gig netbook! This is the best deal on a computer for anyone who does not need a laptop to do tons of fancy stuff.

Benjamin Pastrana on Tue, 22nd Mar 2011 12:00 am 



A real Trackpad Mouse button??????
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Last night I bought the netbook because I have Tendinitis in my right arm and needed something lighter to carry than a PowerBook and I dont want to keep using a big mouse.

I love the machine, my only BIG Dissapointment is about the trackpad mouse button.

That thing does not moves at all!

You need a hammer to press the button to invoke the right click menu and move the pointer at the same time to drag (literally I need to use my left hand to press SUPER hard while I use the right arm to try to move the pointer).

Is my netbook with a problem or that is the “normal” factory hardness???

In that case I am prepared to schedule an operation intervention in my arm. I know I can use an external mouse but then what is the use?

Any one experiencing the same, any fix?

thanks, benjamin

pastranadigital@gmail.com

Rajesh Ramachandran on Tue, 22nd Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Who said size matters!!!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I ordered this on the 17th using the super save and i received it 23rd. Pretty awesome for super save shipping. As many other noted before, i got the extended 6 cell battery (5800mah)and i beleive the first 1500 peices ships with this battery. I would have loved to wait for the white but the anxiety to get the extended battery made me order this. The Blue is good but red/white would have been better.

I opened the box and the setup was a breeze, hardly took me about 10 minutes. I wanted to test out the battery right out of the box. It lasted for about 7 hours (with high brightess and wifi on) I did do quite a bit of browsing and my 5 yr old son did about 2 hours of online gaming. Maybe it can be pushed by another one hour by tweaking the settings a little bit. But i guess you dont need all that juice if you are at home.

Okay long story short…

Pros:

1. XP… hooray (I hate the memory hogging Vista)

2. Excellent battery

3. Nice feel to the keyboard (Takes a little practise with smaller keys)

4. Wifi is pretty strong. Picks up signal faster than my regular HP laptop

5. Sound quality is very good given the size and placement of speakers (Has equalizer and a lot more audio customization options)

6. Screen resolution is too good for a 10 incher

7. Above all a nice package for the price

Cons:

1. Mouse button could have been better. It only has one long button with clicks on either ends. One single button does not give you the right feel for right/left click. Have to press hard.

2. No backup DVD/CD creation option using USB drives. Have to connect an external DVD writer for creating backup disks.

3. The arrow keys are too small. (There is room for making the buttons bigger)

Wishlist:

1. Bluetooth

2. Express card slot for expansion

3. Two buttons under touchpad

To summarize, you will not be disappointed with the buy. It will be really useful while flying since the size factor makes it easier to carry and eliminates a big laptop case/bag. (I am planning to call Acer to send me the recovery disks)

P. C. Davis on Thu, 24th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Sleek and attractive
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I recently received my Acer Aspire and I’m loving it. The sleek design makes it so convenient. I am really enjoying everything about it.

Kapo84 on Fri, 25th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



I love it!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I received my Acer this afternoon. It is everything I was hoping for and more. I like the color and screen size and everything else about it. I was fortunate enought to also get the larger battery. For those of you wondering I ordered it Monday 2 day-shipping. My sleeve comes tomorrow. We’ll see how it fits — I had a tough time finding the right sleeve.

I don’t have any problems with it as of now. I did find it interesting that when I looked at my hardrive capacity it is posted at 143 GB. I know when it says you get 160 GB you never get the full 160 but I thought I’d get closer than 143. The keyboard will take some getting use to but that won’t be terribly difficult. I am curious to see how well this processor holds up to some of the engineering software I’d like it to run. Tomorrow I will install Mathematica. I would love to eventually get Unigraphics NX 5 on this machine but it’s not necessary and I didn’t really buy this machine for that purpose.

Anyway, everything works great.

** I was concerned about the .3 Megapixel webcam not being 1.3 Mp but I don’t have a problem with the image at all. I think it works just as good as my other 1.3 Mp camera on my 15.4 laptop.

Dianne on Fri, 25th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



A sweet deal
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have to chime in with my praise for this product. I’m so glad I waited for the 10.1 screen to come out. And as others have noted, the battery life is awesome – easily over 6 hours. The keyboard takes a bit of getting used to but is not an obstacle. I’m very pleased with this product.

V. Orlov on Sun, 27th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



This is much better than the first Acer Aspire One
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I got this netbook to replace the first version of Acer Aspire One and WOW, what a big difference!!!

Pros:

The design is better

The screen is bigger and much easier to look at

The keyboard seems to be more responsive

Larger Hard Drive

SUPER LONG BATTERY LIFE!!! Despite what Liliputing (www.liliputing.com) states, that the battery will not last longer than 4 hours, I have been running it for the last 7 hours and I still have 3 hours left.

Cons:

WHAT HAPPENED TO THE CASE THAT CAME WITH THE FIRST ACER?????

Touchpad is HORRIBLE!!!

Overall, Acer did a super job of updating this line of netbooks and at the same time keeping the price the same. Great Job.

Shawn on Mon, 28th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



Lil’ powerhouse
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I had a bad experience with the Asus EEE 900 a few months back, in that it took literally minutes to just open a program and far too long to open additional tabs in Firefox. So after I took it back (and got hit with a restocking fee), I wasn’t too optimistic about netbooks in general. I’m glad I purchased this one! It’s very quick, has a nice quality webcam, bright and crisp screen and feels very solidly built (heavy enough so that it’s not flimsy–also, the screen isn’t wobbly/loose as it can be with some notebooks). They even sent me the better battery; after using it for two hours with screen brightness at the maximum level, I still have seven (!) hours of battery life left. My only misgivings about it include the following:

- The mouse buttons are extremely stiff. You don’t get to click them; you get to _press_ them. Hard. I don’t know if this is a “feature” or if there’s something wrong with my netbook. But since I use an external mouse, this isn’t a deal breaker for me.

- There are two USB ports on the right and one on the left. Personally, I think this is backwards, as plugging into the right-side USB keeps me from comfortably using a mouse. Obviously, this is just a minor design criticism and also, definitely not a deal breaker.

- There isn’t a lot of choice when it comes to buying a case/sleeve for it. There are a few Samsung NC10 cases out there, but all fairly ugly. (Tips on this are welcome!)

I felt that this was a good investment for work, due mostly to the portability, speed and battery life.

Earl Bloom on Tue, 29th Mar 2011 12:00 am 



A New Generation of Computers
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Three Words: It Is Awesome.

At first, I purchased the 8.9 inch acer aspire one from Costco. It was an awesome computer and a great price of $299, but the screen was too little. When I discovered this netbook on amazon, I was surprised to see a bigger screen. I then immediatley clicked “preorder” and it was then on it’s way. Within days, I saw it on my front porch and then opened it. I then saw that a bigger battery was attached to the computer. Then when I went online, I saw that the first 1500 got the bigger battery. It holds up to 8 hours! When I turned it on, it immediatley booted up and I was on my way!

Some cool features of this machine is:

-It’s SUPER light.

-The screen is slightly bigger than the 8.9 inch.

-It has Windows XP.

-It has all the features of a normal computer.

I hope this review was helpful!

Ryan Yee on Thu, 31st Mar 2011 12:00 am 



NerdBoyTV likes Aspire One, but beware of 3G broadband plans!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2M8NGUESUG8GQ In this episode of NerdBoyTV, Ryan Yee shares his experience with purchasing an Acer Aspire One network that came with built-in 3G broadband with AT&T…buyer beware!

Socalh2oskier on Sat, 2nd Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Great things in a convenient, small package
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Have had this for a week now. Previously had the 8.9 inch model. The larger screen is a nice improvement. Keyboard takes a bit of getting used to but after a few weeks, its no problem. This thing uploads photos faster than my 5 year old desktop and has a larger hard drive. Incredible. Best feature, besides the fact that it does what it is intended, is it is so easy to pack and take with you–anywhere. love the webcam too. Only complaint is I wish it had the latest version of wireless connectivity–wireless operation is a bit slow. Also, even though it weighs only around 3 lbs, it feels heavy after having used the smaller 8.9 inch model for so long. I got one of the early ones with the 5800 batteries–battery life is incredible–7-8 hours of constant use. Downside is that the battery pack sticks out a bit in the back, and adds a little weight. Personally, I would be happier with a smaller battery pack as I don’t need that much juice. But most people will love the long usage afforded by these batteries. I have had it for only a week, and already my girlfriend wants one, her niece bought one, and my mother wants one. I’m sure it will be a fantastic seller. The price and performance put it above all else out there (the only other mini I seriously considered was the HP–it has a superior keyboard (92% normal versus the Acer’s 89%), but the Acer’s better price, larger hard drive, and equal if not superior performance drew me to the Acer again.

I have not experienced some of the problems others have described with the track pad keys, but I rarely use them. I hooked up a Logitech V450 nano cordless laser mouse, which is a great compliment to this fine netbook. I would not recommend this as your only computer, but as a travel mate, it is incredible.

Esteban L. Aquino V on Sat, 2nd Apr 2011 12:00 am 



A Pleasant Surprise to an unexpected user.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer Aspire One AOD150-1165 10.1-Inch Netbook (1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, XP Home, 6 Cell Battery) Sapphire Blue

I know there are plenty or reviews about the good and bad things about this tinny little piece of hardware. I will not be talking about how good it is but rather WHY it seems good.

First a bit about me. I’m a mac user, love technology and are very critical of details that can make it or break it.

The Acer Aspire One 150 is simply more of what I was expecting, for less that I thought I was paying. I will number the reasons WHY I think such to be the case:

1) Quality. I know you can get them at walmart and they are quite on the cheap side. But that has nothing to do with the built, feel and performance of this device. Coming from my Macbook Pro early 2008, I cannot say that there is much room for improvement. Besides a backlite keyboard LOL.

2) Performance. How many times will you hear a Mac user praising a Windows machine, specially running on an atom N270? Well here it is one. I did not modify the OS or got Linux on it (yet) because I’m review what you will be getting right of the box. The machine is very snappy, booting is a breeze and this is the first time I use a brand new windows machine without reinstalling the OS. I only downloaded AVG free anit virus and unistalled MacAfee and I’m running this baby. Video Playback is very decent. The 5800 mAmp battery 59 Watts rated is just wonderful.

3) Design. They keyboard is just good, it could be better but I really don’t see much room for improvement. It is a 300 dollar machine for Christ sake. Screen, I have to use it in the lowest setting, the LED is great and resolution on the spot. Size and weight are very decent. I actually wish it was a bit wider, then again that is my macbook pro bias. Key layout it works wonders for me so far. Functions and commands are easy to execute on it and it is simply pleasent to use sitting, laying in bad or standing. Viewing angle is good, although video videos have a natural narrower viewing angle.

3) Features. Great battery life (I would put it in the 7 hours range to be fair with real usage). The Audio card is fantastic, it is as good as the macbook pro, no exageration. The atheros WIFI card got reception where my macbook pro doesn’t have it and other computers as well. The HD is very fast, It copies data very quickly and don’t be fool by the 1 G RAM on it, it is plenty to handle netbook oriented computing tasks. The touchpad, in conflict with other reviews out there, there is advance calibration software included in the machine that will allow you to use all the single finger scrolling features and flicker in no time (need to be calibrated first). And just in case people didn’t know there are actually sensors that detect your hand on the resting pad in relation to the touchpad as to avoid unnecessary input.

4) Personal Gripes: I know these are not really serious concerns but I’m pretty sure they will make the product better overall. First, dual booting. I mean come on how hard it will be to add ubuntu remix to this little wonder. Just as to get a taste of it. Touchpad buttons, I wish i didn’t have to go all the way to the very end of them to click and there was more feedback, maybe I need to get used to them. N280 processor, I know it does not make it or break it but it would be nicer to have the newer atom processor here. Although I know it is not a deal breaker at all. Last but not least, Intel GMA 950??? Come one, it works but this is by far the weakest point on the device. I know we are not doing high end graphics in here, but give me some better integrated graphic action LOL

Overall, I give it 5 starts because I find no serious flaws with this product to reduce a single start. It is more that what I bargained for and I’m very sure that it will be a very good addition to my technological arsenal for years to come lol…

Paul R. Brand Jr. on Sun, 3rd Apr 2011 12:00 am 



This is what a laptop should be like
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Got this computer this morning and wasn’t sure what to expect before I received it. I became interested in a netbook after hauling my 15″ laptop around the country, to school, and three trips overseas. I saw my first netbooks at a Bestbuy display. They had two, the 8.9″ Aspire and 10″ HP. The small Acer wasn’t very impressive. I did some research and trusted the online reviews. I guessed right!!! Small and light but feels sturdy and meaty. I’m typing this review on the keyboard so it sure isn’t a problem. Popped my laptop mouse into the USB port and away I went. I loaded all the items I wanted on the computer immediately, Office 2007, several anti-spyware programs, and some low graphic games. I’d heard the processor was kind of slow, but was able to run several applications at the same time without a lot of noticeable lag. In fact, it seemed to run even better than its dual core predecessor, threading through other programs while updating the McAfee anti-virus. I plugged an external DVD drive in and immediately downloaded from disk without a hiccup. The screen is very bright, even on battery power, making it easy to see and adjust to the smaller screen. The 1280×600 resolution takes a bit of getting used to if you’ve been using 1280×768 for several years, but it seems like a minor adjustment. The wireless card is working infinitely better than its predecessor and I haven’t had a delay on a streaming video yet. Great little product at a great price. I can’t wait to go traveling with this puppy.

Mark1City on Mon, 4th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Acer Aspire One 10.1 scores a near Perfect 10
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Several years ago, $350 would get you a good 10″ DVD player. Now, $350 will get you a great full-performance netbook computer with an XP Windows operating system, 160GB hard drive, fast Intel Atom processor, and a 6-cell battery that lasts 5-6 hours. Like many laptops, the touch pad is difficult to master, as least for me. But, I use a mouse when I can. Found out last night, it fits well on an airplane tray, even if the person in front of you leans back. Played iTunes movie and music. Also, works well with my Blackberry Curve as a tethered modem. Fast graphics! Glad I waited for the larger 10-in. This baby performs as nearly as well as my $1,500 work laptop. GREAT computer, Acer!!!

Update: FYI, after doing a battery drain on purpose, it took just over 3 hours to reach a full recharge. PS: Just saw in the User’s Guide you should do this 2 or 3 times soon after first using the computer.


A. Neubaum on Wed, 6th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Great workhorse of a laptop
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought both of my girls, ages 8 and 10, this laptop for christmas. They love it! The keyboard is perfect for their smaller hands. They can connect to the internet just fine and surf away. For the money you can’t beat it. The webcam is a wonderful feature too. I say buy this laptop, you won’t be disappointed. I would also recommend buying an external CD/DVD player so they can play their games, etc., load software, watch movies, whatever. You can get them for around $25.

Philip Goldman on Thu, 7th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Really a very cool computer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I just bought the new Acer One with 10.1 screen and I must say it is great. So small but with a great keyboard and screen. I train computer sales people in the electronic stores on Canon products.

So I have all my training material on the new computer, it makes it so easy to show the material and the store associates are pretty darned impressed with the WOW factor.

After using full size laptop was worried it might take a while getting used to and certainly the keyboard is small but much better than those old chick let type. So it was a very quick adaptation.

Now just hopefully in a year I can say how durable it has been, because that will be the real test.

Phil Goldman Portland OR

Benefit Man on Fri, 8th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Netbook perfect
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I was unsure of the make and type of netbook I wanted. I researched netbooks for weeks, going to different retailers and physically handling and operating the Acer Aspire One and several different ASUS models. I finally chose the Acer. To me the Acer proved to be the best quality product, not only in feel but also operability. Amazon offered the Acer at an excellent price and it arrived with the 5800 battery, providing extra long usage ability. There is no comparison to the portability offered by the netbook compared to my Gateway and Dell laptops.

H. babineaux on Sun, 10th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



I Know U R NVS!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Both of kids got 8.9 HP’s for Christmas. I thought they were small and probably wouldn’t do a good job. Well, I can’t get the kids off of them. So I had to punish my daughter for a few days by taking her laptop. When she was asleep, I used it. WOW, I had so much fun on it, that I used it to research and find my 10.1 Acer. It came yesterday. My kids love the blue. Oddly enough, it matches my car and it is the school colors. I am so “hip” now. I used it immediately. I hooked up a mouse to it and off I went. I L-O-V-E it. I think I will call her Daisy. I keep talking about it to anyone who will listen. I think I may get my girlfriend one. She is not computer saavy, but that is the great thing. This netbook is super easy to use. I completely recommend it.

John Race on Sun, 10th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Great Mini, HIGHLY recommend especially while they ship with a 5800mh battery.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I just received my mini yesterday and I love it. Much better than I expected although it takes a little (just a bit) getting use to the slightly smaller keyboard thanks to my fat fingers. The screen is great, it is nice and bright, as is the overall feel of the unit. It feels quite sturdy and is so quiet you wonder if it even has a spinning harddrive (it does). It stays cool and it charges very quickly. Some may think this unit is to small, but that is what I like about it. I bought it to take with me, to keep in the car, to travel with, etc. It fits that bill exactly. This is just great for surfing the web, jotting down notes or using as an mp3 player, etc. You probably don’t want to use it as your main PC unless you just use a PC to do what I mentioned above, but I guess if you attach an external monitor, keyboard and mouse there is little reason why you can’t.

I was originally going to wait a bit more before buying it, but the lure of possibly getting the 5800 mh battery instead of the 4400 convinced me to buy it now. It worked I got a 5800 mh battery that last about 8 hours SWEET!!

Now my boss is thinking about buying one, it’s just a matter of time, because he’s drooling.

The only down side is the nice blue cover shows finger prints, though they wipe off easily, and the mousepad is a little tricky for me but I have never liked mousepads so that’s just me.

I may get another one soon, since my son is already eyeing this one. Oh the joys of being a pushover!

UPDATE: Boss just ordered, couldn’t hold out any longer, he is weak. My friends husband, Oscar is interested in one, it’s just a matter of time, these things sell themselves!

Hans on Tue, 12th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Great product!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Just got this yesterday. Nice and light, built very sturdy . The screen is bright and sharp. Mouse pad pretty response and the keyboard feels good. The 6 cell battery will last over 6 hours with WIFI in use. I can’t see anything wrong with this system. I would hv preferred to have the bluetooth and the SIM card slot, but those can be added through third party products. I was also interested in the ASUS, but did not like the keyboard and also heard that customer service was not so good.

Ginger Whitton on Tue, 12th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Great netbook
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I had the original aspire one 8.9″ and I wasn’t sure if I was going to upgrade or not. The screen size increase is definitely noticeable between the 2 and the 5800ma battery is a 3x upgrade over the 3 cell I had in my other one. I also have already upgraded the ram up to the 2gb maximum and this thing whizzes along. Definitely worth the upgrade to me, and I am glad I did it. I am also very confident that this one has the same board as the one with bluetooth, and I know what the bluetooth card model is, and hopefully can add internal bt with no problem. Overall a great netbook still very portable, but the bigger screen and battery are great added benefits.

Kramer WA on Thu, 14th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Better than expected.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’m very impressed with this netbook. I ordered mine as soon as I heard they were initially shipping with 5800 mAH batteries and I was pleased to find mine came with one. It is rated 5800 mAh / 59 Wh, and the model number is UM08B52. Windows estimates close to 8 hours of battery life when fully charged and it seems to be accurate. The display is glossy and looks great. It boots very quickly although I haven’t timed it. Performance is better than expected – I can’t tell a difference between this and my Thinkpad R61 when running Microsoft Office applications or browsing the web. I’m not sure if it has a fan because I haven’t heard it kick in yet. It stays fairly cool except when charging. The keyboard takes some getting used to. It has great feel but I can tell it is slightly smaller than the HP netbooks I’ve tried in stores. As noted in some reviews, the mouse buttons are pretty stiff but after a couple of days I’ve gotten used to it.

LabRat13 on Sat, 16th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Very good
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I just got mine yesterday, it is very compact in size, perfect to carry to my lab and do PP presentations, however I would like a better screen, it is not as shiny as my HP 15″…Not liking the XP also, I figure in a few months I have to upgrade to vista…Nevertheless, for this price, it’s a great deal if you just need browsing and portability…Wait for the black version if you are more conservative, this blue kind of calls attention.

D. Erickson on Sun, 17th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Spectacular! Super Pleased!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I was worried about getting one as I have had a 12″ laptop and was not happy with screen size. But this screen is SO bright it does not even become a issue, not to mention the 1064×600 really makes it seem bigger!

Another bonus, this baby runs 7.5 to 8 hours due to the 5800Amh 6 cell battery! Sweet. Very happy with that. I heard most were shipping with the 4400Amh 6 cell which gives your 5-6 hours. I can run this all day or two before recharge, very nice! I have to keep looking at battery indicator in dis-belief that the battery is still 75% or 50%, it just lasts forever!

This is super portable obviously, and really how laptops SHOULD be. You can put on one leg, it doesn’t weigh you down when actually sitting in your lap which is nice. I have had many laptops over the years, screen sizes and this one wins hands down for price, and performance. The unit is strong heavy duty case, compared to some newer thin plastic laptops.

Dean Prosser on Sun, 17th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Happy with my purchase
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve read a lot of reviews and had just about decided to get another manufacturer’s netbook. I was concerned about getting Acer because of the comments on the loud fan on earlier models. There were several things that drew me to this model: a great review by laptopmag that did not mention any fan noise (it’s super quiet), easy upgradability, 10-inch screen and price.

The AOS150 is even better than what I expected. I understand that the early models will ship with one of two six-cell batteries, a 5800 mAh or a 4400. I was fortunate enough to get the 5800 one. The battery life is superb. The screen is beautiful. I like to watch videos on [...] and this model is great for that. I’ve loaded several favorite programs and they all perform great.

I’ll probably do some other personalizing as time goes by. I’ve spent abuot 15 hours since Friday afternoon on this machine and am enjoying it.

Amazon shipped fast, too.

K. Boone on Mon, 18th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



Get This !!!!!!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This netbook is great. i just got it on Friday, and I’m so pleased with it.

It’s quick, and the screen is a great size where I can view videos, websites etc. very well. For the price you are getting a great deal and I also heard that Acer Aspire One is the top selling mini notebook. So I suggest if you you are looking for a real deal computer in a mini size that can go everywhere with you, there is no other choice.

C. Ferretti on Mon, 18th Apr 2011 12:00 am 



An Aspire that Inspires
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Acer made a nice mini-notebook into a better one. The screen is larger and just as bright. The keyboard is still great (for a small one). No weirdly placed right shift key placement (Asus, Lenovo, etc). The mousepad buttons are below the touchpad not along side (yeah). It is now easy to increase ram or replace the drive without entirely dismantling the unit and voiding the warranty. I have no complaints. I loved the first one, this one fixes all the criticisms of the first one. Nothing major just refinement. Someone is listening to its customers and it is Acer.

Addendum: the screen is glossy, and initial orders are getting the larger 5900ma battery. It stick out the back a bit, but the run time is amazing. It must be the longest running mini-laptop out there, including the new Asus 1000he and the Samsung 10nc, for much less $$. That’s a win in my book. Easy to touch type (for me), good looks, I need a xd-card slot and this one has a 7-1, there is a bit a bloat ware, just delete and put on what you need, the HD is large enough.

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