Asus S101: The ultra-slim netbook


Say goodbye to the toy-like Eee PC, and say hello to the more luxurious looking Asus S101.

Asus S101 netbook

Aimed at providing the mobile techno-warrior with an affordable yet compact netbook solution, the Asus S101 features everything you can expect from an ultra-portable of today and then some. It’s wicked thin measuring a mere 18mm in thickness and has an Intel Atom processor at its very core. Rounding up the rest of its specs are 1GB RAM, 10.2-inch wide LED-backlit 1024×600 252K display, WiFi 802.11n compatible, Bluetooth, multi-touch touchpad, non-removable 2450 mAh battery, and a variety of SSD storage options to choose from. The 16GB SSD variant will come with Windows XP and is expected to cost $699, while the Linux-based 32GB SSD and 64 GB SSD versions will fetch for $699 and $799 respectively.

It may not be as affordable as the first batch of Eee PCs, but with its ultra-slim form factor, users might find its more expensive price worth it. Besides, its still a whole lot cheaper than the Macbook Air, but then again, the Asus S101 isn’t a Mac. No word though on when it will be released locally so just stay tuned for future updates.

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October 9th, 2008
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Written by:
ivannn
Posted on:
10/9/2008 at 11:31 am

Asus is really trying to secure the netbook market :) Good marketing decision on their part.

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Written by:
Shawn
Posted on:
10/9/2008 at 2:05 pm

I dont’ get it…. Isn’t Net-Books suppose to be sub $500? if you can’t stick within the sub $500 then don’t call it a Net-Book that suppose to be affordable for students and people who just want something for light production and net surfing.

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Written by:
Aric
Posted on:
10/9/2008 at 7:24 pm

Can’t wait for more news about this product. I hope more colors will come out for the S101. Release date for the USA would be nice as well.

Shawn: Netbooks can range anywhere from $300-1600. With capabilities such as touchscreen, SSD capability, processor, battery life etc.. Will affect and either drive up or drive down total cost.

In actuality the modest consumer should wait untill next year to purchase this product as when moore’s law comes into effect into the SSD market, this netbook should be much cheaper.

Well see how Apple does against this!

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Written by:
calvin
Posted on:
10/9/2008 at 7:38 pm

In comparison, other netbooks are as “ultra” slim as well:

Asus S101: 18mm
MSI Wind: 19mm
Eee PC 900: 20mm

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Written by:
Dave
Posted on:
10/11/2008 at 5:23 pm

Non-removable battery? High price?
Deal breakers, for me.
Asus might take some business away from the Air, but is ignoring a huge market in the $250 - $400 range. Imo, the company will ultimately regret getting away from the market that it established..