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Originally Posted by daffy4u
After some additional research, I think I'm going to return the HP (which I haven't received yet - it arrives Wednesday) and go with the Asus 1000HE.
Here are my reasons:
- Though I wanted the Express Card slot for my Broadband Wireless card, I have found that I can an unlocked USB version for under $100 on eBay (no need to extend my contract or pay $100-$250), I just need to move the SIM card to the new unit. That will save me money over the price of the HP and still keep it compatible with my current laptop.
- The Asus has a higher screen resolution than the HP.
- I'm very curious about the "multi-touch" trackpad.
- Longer battery life without having to spend more money to upgrade the battery.
On the whole, I can get more bang for my buck with the Asus. It looks like I'll be purchasing the blue one, though I wish the colors I see available on Asus website were available. |
I've had my blue Asus 1000HE for about a week or so and I'm still getting used to the multi-touch trackpad for zooming in and out in particular. Everything else I can do.
I like the multi-touch trackpad because I find that the trackpad left/right buttons quite stiff in comparison. A minor complaint I have is that there is no "right-click" multi-touch replacement when using it.
Your other reasons are very valid especially with going with a USB broadband device over an Express Card device. Personally, I would opt for USB devices where possible. I've already experienced an issue where a PC Card I own won't work in my netbook or any other device limiting me. If that PC Card was a USB device, I'd be able to use it. For the most part, USB devices work on any device for most OS platforms.
BTW, daffy4u, congratulations on your 3000th post.