A Windows 7 Intel Convertible Classmate PC: First Impressions - Page 5

ninetynine · 12-17-2009, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by pphilipp

I'm currently writing a lengthy (and opinionated) review of the Classmate for umpcportal and should have it online by early January.

I'll be looking forward to your review. I haven't actually taken the plunge on the Classmate yet because I'm waiting on Acer's new convertible (11.6", CULV, multi-touch).

JussaReader · 12-17-2009, 01:25 PM

NinetyNine

there are 4 Acer 1420p multitouch on Ebay right now...people who got it free at IDC are auctioning them off...u should check it out...prices are around 650-700 i think

ninetynine · 12-17-2009, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JussaReader

NinetyNine

there are 4 Acer 1420p multitouch on Ebay right now...people who got it free at IDC are auctioning them off...u should check it out...prices are around 650-700 i think

Thanks, but I'm wary of that model. I've talked to people who have gotten one and they report no palm rejection or pressure sensitivty. For some reason it seems to be missing the software that the 1820PTZ has (out now in Singapore) which allows for palm rejection. Plus, the 1420p's SU2300 is a bit weak on the battery life side.

JussaReader · 12-17-2009, 05:04 PM

Any Classmate Owners, can you let me know how easily the screen scratches with the stylus....should I be ordering a screen protector?

thx kindly

Ray

JussaReader · 12-17-2009, 10:17 PM

Mirus Support just emailed me back after 4 days. They say their version has both bluetooth and wireless N....

ColdSun · 12-17-2009, 11:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pphilipp

I'm currently writing a lengthy (and opinionated) review of the Classmate for umpcportal and should have it online by early January.

That will definately be an awesome read.

I was browsing around a few weeks ago and decided to go into Best Buy (What was I thinking?!). I had been looking at different netbooks online and one of them at BB caught my eye. It was a deep red ASUS 1005-HAB. I know, it may not be the best netbook out there, but for some reason I really liked it. The price wasn't bad either! $299. In fact, here it is.

I calmly walked out the door and later when my wife asked me what I wanted for Xmas - I printed out the above page.

It is hidden somewhere in this house - I SENSE THIS. Its driving me crazy waiting to see all the cool things I can do with it. I've got lots of MIDs and eBook readers here, but for some reason I am very excited about this thing. I did, however, order the 2GB upgrade for it. I plan on reading books from Kindle, B&N, and others. I'm looking forward to reading PDF files on a netbook. Pretty soon I think we need to split this "Other Devices" forum into MIDs, Phones, Netbooks, UMPCs, and more.

JussaReader · 12-18-2009, 12:19 AM

Cold Sun

honestly...you will LOVE the Asus...I had it for awhile...I loved it too...but I sold it...so I can save some money towards a tablet. 8.5 hours of battery life...matte screen...free online storage thru Asus...the keyboard is not bad...not quite as good as HP MINI, dell and Toshiba Chiclet style...but still easy to type on.

Hopefully you'll get one for xmas!

rgeorg · 12-18-2009, 12:53 AM

Sorry for the delay in responding to posts back on page 2:
Apologies for the error, the convertible is a Fujitsu/Siemens, not a Toshiba. It is a regular clamshell that converts (twists) to a tablet. I'm going to rescind my initial comments as my husband has been struggling with the PC for a few days now. The screen is nice though. The "Next Page" button on the tablet is broken, a hardware error, and so the machine has to go to service.

I've been reading more-and-more on the 9" Classmate, and it is becoming my favorite, especially for .lit books which reflow the text. Although since it came with the small battery I just keep it tethered to the wall.

rgeorg · 12-18-2009, 12:55 AM

One question on the Classmate:
Has anyone managed to program the blue (menu) button on the tabket screen to do a Page Down function? I tried, with the help of a few MR forum members, but could never get it to work. That would make it much easier to use.
Thanks!

pphilipp · 12-18-2009, 06:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgeorg

Has anyone managed to program the blue (menu) button on the tabket screen to do a Page Down function?

If you get it to work, let us know. On my small list of complaints, not having direction keys is one of them. a page down would be better than nothing... and better than a return-to-desktop button. thanks

ninetynine · 12-18-2009, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pphilipp

If you get it to work, let us know. On my small list of complaints, not having direction keys is one of them. a page down would be better than nothing... and better than a return-to-desktop button. thanks

Have you guys checked the registry? I remember reading somewhere that it was changeable under a bezel button setting.

pphilipp · 12-18-2009, 09:12 PM

Tried. Can't find any bevel button. Of course it would help if I knew what I'm doing.

JussaReader · 12-19-2009, 05:27 PM

another update: Mirus has called me back to say a technician was wrong in telling me it has built in bluetooth...so as it stands on CTL has built in bluetooth

thx

rgeorg · 12-23-2009, 05:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JussaReader

Any Classmate Owners, can you let me know how easily the screen scratches with the stylus....should I be ordering a screen protector?

thx kindly

Ray

I've been using the touchscreen off-and-on for about 6 months - no scratching yet. I do not write on it though, just use the stylus for "turning pages" while reading. In any case, I'd be careful not to press too hard.

phenomshel · 02-06-2010, 03:20 PM

Does this have a user replaceable battery?

12-18-2009, 12:19 AM	#67
JussaReader Member Posts: 13 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: none	I used to own the Asus 1005 Cold Sun honestly...you will LOVE the Asus...I had it for awhile...I loved it too...but I sold it...so I can save some money towards a tablet. 8.5 hours of battery life...matte screen...free online storage thru Asus...the keyboard is not bad...not quite as good as HP MINI, dell and Toshiba Chiclet style...but still easy to type on. Hopefully you'll get one for xmas!

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12-17-2009, 01:25 PM	#62
JussaReader Member Posts: 13 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: none	NinetyNine there are 4 Acer 1420p multitouch on Ebay right now...people who got it free at IDC are auctioning them off...u should check it out...prices are around 650-700 i think

12-17-2009, 05:04 PM	#64
JussaReader Member Posts: 13 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: none	Any Classmate Owners, can you let me know how easily the screen scratches with the stylus....should I be ordering a screen protector? thx kindly Ray

12-17-2009, 10:17 PM	#65
JussaReader Member Posts: 13 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: none	Mirus Support just emailed me back after 4 days. They say their version has both bluetooth and wireless N....

12-18-2009, 12:53 AM	#68
rgeorg Guru Posts: 675 Karma: 3314796 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Europe & USA Device: K3/3G(2x), Glo HD, Amazon Voyage	Sorry for the delay in responding to posts back on page 2: Apologies for the error, the convertible is a Fujitsu/Siemens, not a Toshiba. It is a regular clamshell that converts (twists) to a tablet. I'm going to rescind my initial comments as my husband has been struggling with the PC for a few days now. The screen is nice though. The "Next Page" button on the tablet is broken, a hardware error, and so the machine has to go to service. I've been reading more-and-more on the 9" Classmate, and it is becoming my favorite, especially for .lit books which reflow the text. Although since it came with the small battery I just keep it tethered to the wall.

12-18-2009, 12:55 AM	#69
rgeorg Guru Posts: 675 Karma: 3314796 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Europe & USA Device: K3/3G(2x), Glo HD, Amazon Voyage	One question on the Classmate: Has anyone managed to program the blue (menu) button on the tabket screen to do a Page Down function? I tried, with the help of a few MR forum members, but could never get it to work. That would make it much easier to use. Thanks!

12-18-2009, 09:12 PM	#72
pphilipp Addict Posts: 219 Karma: 156088 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Smokies Device: Apple iPad 3 (I have owned many other tablets)	Tried. Can't find any bevel button. Of course it would help if I knew what I'm doing.

12-19-2009, 05:27 PM	#73
JussaReader Member Posts: 13 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: none	another update: Mirus has called me back to say a technician was wrong in telling me it has built in bluetooth...so as it stands on CTL has built in bluetooth thx

02-06-2010, 03:20 PM	#75
phenomshel ZCD BombShel Posts: 4,793 Karma: 8293322 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: The Frozen North (aka Illinois, USA) Device: iPad, STB Kindle Oasis	Does this have a user replaceable battery?