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pocket-lint.co.uk - 1/28/2009

NEWS: Acer smartphone launch confirmed

— pocket-lint.co.uk — Company will "launch into the world of mobile communications" "Are you ready to join Acer's launch into the world of mobile communications?" ... Read Acer smartphone launch confirmed on Pocket-lint now (more) NEWS: Acer smartphone launch confirmed

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news.zdnet.co.uk - 1/29/2009

Acer plans Linux, SSD version of 10-inch netbook

— news.zdnet.co.uk — David Meyer ZDNet.co.uk Published: 29 Jan 2009 12:10 GMT Acer has confirmed it plans to release a Linux version of its 10-inch Aspire One netbook, even though its initial announcement of the upcoming machine said it would be Windows XP-only. Acer ... (more) Acer plans Linux, SSD version of 10-inch netbook

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digitimes.com - 1/22/2009

Acer considering to stop shipping the 8.9-inch Aspire one in 2Q09

— digitimes.com — Acer is reportedly considering phasing out its consumer 8.9-inch Aspire one in the second quarter of 2009 to make way for the upcoming 10.1-inch model, according to notebook industry sources. (more) Acer considering to stop shipping the 8.9-inch Aspire ...

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Acer announces 10″ Aspire One
Tech Ticker — ... 160GB HDD, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g and webcam. The optional part seems to be the Bluetooth and a choice between WiMAX or 3G. The 10” Aspire One will be equipped with a 6-cell battery that claims to give up to 7 hours of battery life. Aesthetic changes include aerodynamic shaped metallic hinge with a colored accent, brushed-metal palm rest and glossy color options white, blue, red and black. Acer did not reveal the exact price but said it will carry a 1-year warranty. Press Release [Via Pocketlint] ...

Acer’s netbook grows to 10 “
SolSie.com — Few days ago I had a chance to test out the 10” HP Mini-Note Netbook, after toying on some smaller display Netbooks. I admit, 10” display seems to be the right good balance between usability and portability. While all the Netbook have almost the same specs, their packaging seems to be the main differentiator. And Acer One has made a known name in this crowded space. Today Acer announces the Acer Aspire One with 10” display. “Despite the recent problems of the financial markets and general economic uncertainty, the netbook and notebook markets will continue to grow in 2009” said Gianfranco Lanci, President & CEO, Acer Inc. “With companies focused on containing the crisis, consumers and products designed for them become more ...

10" Acer Aspire Netbook Official
Wired: Gadget Lab — Acer has announced a 10" version of its Aspire One netbook, and about time too -- the original 9" version was, well, about an inch too small. Let's see if you can guess the specs. Click through to check your answers: It will come with a 1.6GHz Atom processor, 160GB hard drive, b/g Wi-Fi, a six-cell battery, Bluetooth, up to 2GB RAM and a shiny new copy of Windows XP. I'm guessing you got all of those. If you also said optional Wi-Max and 3G connectivity, you get a bonus point. If you further guessed that the Aspire One is "designed for a fast, simple and utterly cool online life" then you were cheating. That comes straight from the press release. Price and launch date are as yet still unknown. We'd guess cheap and soon. ...

Acer Confirms 10-Inch Aspire One
TechFresh, Consumer Electronics Guide — Acer has confirmed the availability of a 10.1-inch Aspire One netbook. The netbook comes with a widescreen LED backlit display (1024×600 pixels), an Intel Atom processor, up to 2GB of RAM, a 160GB hard drive, and an optional 6-cell battery for up to to 7 hours of operation on a single charge. The Windows XP-powered netbook is based on the Mobile Intel 945GSE/82801GBM chipset. Other features include a built-in webcam, 802.11b/g WiFi, Bluetooth, optional 3G or WiMAX broadband connection, and a multi-in-one media card reader. [Acer via Laptop Notebook News] ...

Acer's 10-inch netbook gets model numbers, release date
Engadget — The world's been waiting for details on Acer's up and coming 10-inch Aspire, and we just got 'em in our hot little hands. The Aspire One D150 lineup hits the streets of France beginning in February with the D150-0B. This €329 ($425) netbook sports a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 processor, 1GB memory, 160GB hard drive, a 10.1-inch (1024 x 600) display, and a 3-cell battery. Then in March, the D150-1B makes its appearance. An enhanced version of the D150, ...

Acer’s Aspire One 10-inch Variant Gets Official, Becomes The D150
Gadgetreview — Remember that Acer Aspire One 10-inch variant we saw last week?  Well, it just got official today and it’s called the D150.  Packed inside is a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 processor, 1GB of DDR2 RAM, 160GB hard drive, 3-cell battery, WiFi, and a LED backlit 1024×600 10.1-inch LCD.  Throw in a 6-cell battery and it becomes the D150-1B, and for a faster machine, the D150-2BG, you’ll get a 1.66GHz N280 processor with 3G or Wimax connectivity. The D150 is expected to hit French shelves in February for $425.  While the D150-2BG will set you back for $575.  Unfortunately, no US launch date has been announced. Update: Apparently it’s on sale here Pricing info via Engadget [Acer] ...