Netbooks come in all forms, shapes and sizes.
The manufacturers are working full time these days to bring out the best netbooks.
In this brief review, I will be considering the Archos 9 PC tablet - this is actually a netbook that is camouflaged to look like a tablet PC (and hence the PC tablet terminology).
A brief insight into the technical specifications of this particular netbook along with minor tidbits into the advantages, which you will be able to realize by empowering yourself with the same - all these will be illustrated amply in the succeeding sections.
An Intel ATOM Z510 processor that is capable of clocking speeds up to 1.
1 GHz is housed within the Archos 9.
The advantages of using an Intel ATOM processor in this netbook are manifold.
The user will be able to harness suitable computing capabilities along with an augmented battery backup time.
According to the official specifications (given on the official website), the battery pack is capable of powering the device for about five hours.
The figure might seem a bit to the lower side, because some of the models released by the competitors can easily clock a minimum of eight hours or even more.
The display of the display screen is just 8.
9 inch.
Well, you cannot expect more from a netbook.
The LED backlighting technology is also praiseworthy.
The default resolution of the screen is 1024 x 600.
A low power video chipset is built into the Archos 9.
You must not try to use the netbook for playing the latest video games - it will not even initialize on the Archos 9.
A notable addition is the touch sensitive screen - controlling the vital functions of the device is now even easier with your fingers.
By default Microsoft's latest OS, the much acclaimed Windows 7 (Starter Edition) is loaded into the device.
The minimum requirements of the OS (as cited by Microsoft) include the presence of 1 GB RAM at the minimum.
Archos 9 is bestowed with the same.
The hard disk drive space of the netbook is just 60 GB.
It is possible to augment the storage capacity; you will have to do it on your own.
Likewise, communication options are currently limited to three - Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth.
The device also features built in microphones and speaker systems to augment your entertainment options.
A 1.
3 MP camera is,integrated into the Archos 9.
The image quality of this cam is not at all exceptional.
The device is extremely portable and weighs just 800 grams.
During our tests, the device was extremely sluggish and took time to register our commands! Many other reviewers have attributed it to the underpowered processor and the limited RAM.
On the other hand, if you are searching for a slick netbook, which can be exhibited as a tablet PC, Archos 9 is the real deal.
A host of software solutions and office solutions is, included with the device, likewise.
Look out for special sale offers on the internet.
The manufacturers are working full time these days to bring out the best netbooks.
In this brief review, I will be considering the Archos 9 PC tablet - this is actually a netbook that is camouflaged to look like a tablet PC (and hence the PC tablet terminology).
A brief insight into the technical specifications of this particular netbook along with minor tidbits into the advantages, which you will be able to realize by empowering yourself with the same - all these will be illustrated amply in the succeeding sections.
An Intel ATOM Z510 processor that is capable of clocking speeds up to 1.
1 GHz is housed within the Archos 9.
The advantages of using an Intel ATOM processor in this netbook are manifold.
The user will be able to harness suitable computing capabilities along with an augmented battery backup time.
According to the official specifications (given on the official website), the battery pack is capable of powering the device for about five hours.
The figure might seem a bit to the lower side, because some of the models released by the competitors can easily clock a minimum of eight hours or even more.
The display of the display screen is just 8.
9 inch.
Well, you cannot expect more from a netbook.
The LED backlighting technology is also praiseworthy.
The default resolution of the screen is 1024 x 600.
A low power video chipset is built into the Archos 9.
You must not try to use the netbook for playing the latest video games - it will not even initialize on the Archos 9.
A notable addition is the touch sensitive screen - controlling the vital functions of the device is now even easier with your fingers.
By default Microsoft's latest OS, the much acclaimed Windows 7 (Starter Edition) is loaded into the device.
The minimum requirements of the OS (as cited by Microsoft) include the presence of 1 GB RAM at the minimum.
Archos 9 is bestowed with the same.
The hard disk drive space of the netbook is just 60 GB.
It is possible to augment the storage capacity; you will have to do it on your own.
Likewise, communication options are currently limited to three - Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth.
The device also features built in microphones and speaker systems to augment your entertainment options.
A 1.
3 MP camera is,integrated into the Archos 9.
The image quality of this cam is not at all exceptional.
The device is extremely portable and weighs just 800 grams.
During our tests, the device was extremely sluggish and took time to register our commands! Many other reviewers have attributed it to the underpowered processor and the limited RAM.
On the other hand, if you are searching for a slick netbook, which can be exhibited as a tablet PC, Archos 9 is the real deal.
A host of software solutions and office solutions is, included with the device, likewise.
Look out for special sale offers on the internet.
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