Acer presents the Aspire one
Your New Mobile Internet Device
Acer, the third largest vendor in the global PC market (source: Gartner data, 4Q 2007), today presented the Aspire one, an all-new communication device designed to make your online activities fast, simple and utterly cool.
The Aspire one is a brand new product and, despite its size, it is not just another notebook: it’s a stylish all-new digital device designed to deliver continuous access to the internet no matter where you are.
The Aspire one is something that follows you everywhere you go, and opens the door to new and unexplored areas of the online world. For this reason it was important to reduce weight and dimensions.
The result is a masterpiece of technological simplicity with an intuitive and specifically optimized software interface to support connectivity needs. At just 24 x 17 cm and weighing less than one kilo, the Aspire one is not only extremely compact (smaller than an average office diary) but offers numerous connectivity possibilities, a full and easy-to-use software application suite and a battery life of up to 6 hours .
Let’s get connected
Small and smart, the Aspire one takes you wherever you want to be and keeps you connected when you get there. The Aspire one comes with 802.11b/g WiFi built-in as standard for easy access to available wireless networks and can also be specified with a choice of embedded WiMAX or 3G wireless technologies for even greater wireless freedom. The result is always the same: you’re online in an instant and can stay there as long as you want.
In addition, Acer Signal Up technology ensures maximum quality and stability to the wireless signal.
Let’s get organized
The Aspire one is great for getting things done: whether you’re checking your mail, managing your online bank account or chatting with friends, the Aspire one offers a simple, intuitive Linux interface that clearly organizes everything you need to surf, work or simply have fun. The pre-installed software is separated by functions and presented in 4 distinct areas on the screen – Connect, Works, Fun and Files – that is so simple it’s impossible to get confused: the easier it is to get things done, the simpler it is to enjoy life.
Ergonomics and reduced dimensions do not mean the view isn’t spectacular: the Aspire one has an 8.9” CrystalBrite LED backlit display with a resolution of 1024x600 pixels. Integrated in the top of the screen is the unique Acer CrystalEye webcam for live video streaming, video chats and conferences.
Choose your Style
The Aspire one uses color to combine connectivity with inimitable style. Initially available in blue and white, the range of colors available for the Aspire one will be expanded after the summer with two new soft, warm tones: brown and pink.
The four colors – sapphire blue, seashell white, golden brown and coral pink – give the Aspire one an individual and quite distinctive look and feel that matches the style and personality of its lucky owner.
Bits & bytes for data freedom
The Aspire one is equipped with Intel® Atom™ processor, Linpus™ Linux® Lite or Windows XP® Home, and comes with 512MB or 1GB of RAM memory installed.
There are two alternatives for data storage: a NAND flash module of 8GB or an 80GB internal HDD. In addition the Aspire one reads 5 different types of memory card – Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD-Picture Card – for absolute data freedom.
To increase storage capacity, the Aspire one features the unique Smart File Manager, a simple solution that instantly and seamlessly merges extra storage from any SD card inserted in the 2nd SD card slot into the memory available to the user.
Expanding your available storage has never been so easy.
Simple, Sophisticated Software
Acer has worked hard on improving the user experience by designing a friendly, easy-to-use and comprehensive interface that simplifies interaction between users and the Aspire one by taking a more natural approach to screen layout and functionality.
The Linpus™ Linux® Lite version is the result, guiding and accompanying even novice users through the Internet in an intuitive, “virus-safe” and super-responsive Linux environment.
The Aspire one features the one Mail software suite that lets you manage up to six of your email accounts with a single application interface, including your office accounts. A small icon to the right of the message quickly and clearly shows the appropriate mail account. Nothing could be simpler to replace push e-mail services without using a corporate server.
The Aspire one uses Messenger for Instant Messaging, an application that allows users to simultaneously access Skype, Microsoft Messenger and various other instant messaging services. The software can be used with the integrated video camera for instant video-chats and video confere¬¬¬nces.
The Aspire one series comes preinstalled with Linpus™ Linux® Lite version or Windows XP® Home. Furthermore, additional software such as OpenOffice 2.3, one Mail, Messenger, Acer eRecovery Management, Acer Launch Manager, Adobe® Reader®, McAfee® Internet Security Suite, Microsoft® Office Trial 2007 are also installed .
The Aspire one comes with a 1-year carry in warranty which can be extended to 2 years with Acer Advantage.
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About Acer
Since its founding in 1976, Acer has constantly pursued the goal of breaking the barriers between people and technology. Focused on marketing its brand-name IT products around the globe, Acer ranks as the world's No. 3 vendor for total PCs and No. 2 for notebooks, with the fastest growth among the top-five players. A profitable and sustainable Channel Business Model is instrumental to Acer’s continued growth, while the successful mergers of Gateway and Packard Bell complete the company’s global footprint by strengthening its presence in the U.S., and enhancing its strong position in Europe. Acer Inc. employs 5,000 people worldwide. 2007 revenues reached US$14.07 billion. See www.acer.com for more information.
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Aspire one Quick Spec
Model name Aspire one
Operating system1 Linpus™ Linux® Lite version
Windows XP® Home
Platform1 Intel® Atom™ processor N270 (1.60 GHz, 533 MHz FSB, 512 KB L2 cache)
Mobile Intel® 945GSE Express Chipset (DDR2 400/533 MHz)
Mobile Intel® 82801GBM Chipset
System memory1, 2 , 3 Single channel with onboard SDRAM and one soDIMM slot
• DDR2 533 MHz SDRAM memory interface design
• 512 MB onboard SDRAM
• Upgradeable to 1 GB/1.5 GB using one 512 MB/1 GB soDIMM module
Display 8.9" WSVGA high-brightness (typical 180-nit) Acer CrystalBrite™ TFT LCD, 1024 x 600 pixel resolution
• LED backlight
• LVDS interface
• 262,000 colors supported
Storage1, 5 NAND flash module or hard disk drive for internal storage
NAND flash module:
• 8 GB
Hard disk drive:
• 2.5" 9.5 mm 80 GB
Storage expansion:
• SD™ Card reader
Multi-in-1 card reader:
• Supporting Secure Digital™ (SD) Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Reduced-Size Multimedia Card (RS-MMC), Memory Stick® (MS), Memory Stick PRO™ (MS PRO), xD-Picture Card™ (xD)
• Supporting storage cards with adapter: miniSD™, microSD™, Memory Stick Duo™, Memory Stick PRO Duo™
Audio High-definition audio support
Two built-in stereo speakers
MS-Sound compatible
Built-in digital microphone
Communication1 Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam, supporting 0.3 megapixel resolution
WLAN4: Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® network connection, supporting Acer SignalUp™ wireless technology
LAN: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet
WWAN6: UMTS/HSPA (High-Speed Downlink Packet Access) (3.5G) at 850/900/2100 MHz and quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz), upgradeable to 7.2 Mb/s HSDPA and 2 Mb/s HSUPA (for 3G models), supporting receiver diversity and equalizing at 2100 MHz
Dimensions and weight1 249 (W) x 170 (D) x 29 (H) mm (9.8 x 6.7 x 1.14 inches) for SKUs with NAND flash module and 3-cell battery pack
249 (W) x 195 (D) x 36 (H) mm (9.8 x 6.7 x 1.42 inches) for SKUs with hard disk drive and 6-cell battery pack
995 g (2.19 lbs.) for SKUs with NAND flash module and 3-cell battery pack
1.26 kg (2.78 lbs.) for SKUs with hard disk drive and 6-cell battery pack
Color choices1 Sapphire blue
Seashell white
Power1 30 W adapter with power cord
24 W 2200 mAh 3-cell Li-ion battery pack
57 W 2600 mAh 6-cell Li-ion battery pack
3-hour battery life for SKUS with NAND flash module and 3-cell battery pack7
7-hour battery life for SKUS with NAND flash module and 6-cell battery pack7
Special keys and controls1 84-key keyboard with 1.6 mm (minimum) key travel
Touchpad pointing device with two buttons
12 function keys, four cursor keys, one Windows® key for Windows® XP Home or one Home key for Linpus™ Linux® Lite version, hotkey controls, embedded numeric keypad, international language support
Power button with LED; Easy-access switch with LED: WLAN, WWAN1
I/O ports Multi-in-1 card reader; SD™ Card reader for storage expansion
Three USB 2.0 ports; External display (VGA) port
Headphone/speaker/line-out jack; Microphone-in jack
Ethernet (RJ-45) port; DC-in jack for AC adapter
Software1 Linpus™ Linux® Lite version
• OpenOffice 2.3
• Aspire one Mail
• Messenger
Windows XP® Home
• Acer eRecovery Management
• Acer Launch Manager
• Adobe® Reader®
• McAfee® Internet Security Suite
• Microsoft® Office Trial 2007
Accessories In-box:
• Protective bag
Optional:
• Carrying bag
• 3-cell Li-ion battery pack
• 6-cell Li-ion battery pack
• 3-pin 30 W AC adapter
• External hard disk drive
• External optical disk drive
Warranty One-year carry in Warranty , upgradeable to 2 years through Acer Advantage
1. Specifications vary depending on model.
2. All available system memory may be allocated for system resource requirements.
3. Shared system memory may be allocated to support integrated graphics, depending on system memory size and other factors. Actual system memory available to the operating system will be reduced by the amount of dedicated and shared system memory utilized by the graphics solution and resources required by the operating environment.
4. Actual throughput may vary depending on network conditions and environmental factors such as network traffic or overhead, building construction and access point settings.
5. 1 GB is 1 billion bytes. Actual formatted capacity is less and may vary depending on preloaded materials and operating environment.
6. Manufacturing option, with the GTM380 module.
7. Battery life varies depending on product specifications, computer settings, and applications or features launched. All batteries' maximum capacity diminishes with time and use.
In a continuing effort to improve the quality of our products, information in this document is subject to change without notice. Images shown are only representations of some of the configurations available for this model. Availability may vary depending on region. As a phenomenon known to thin-film transistors (TFTs), liquid crystal displays (LCDs) commonly exhibit a small number of discoloration dots, as so-called "non-conforming pixels." This phenomenon is a limitation of TFT LCD technology, not a product
defect, and as such is not covered by Acer's warranty.
© 2008 Acer Inc. All rights reserved. Acer, the Acer logo, and Aspire are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and/or service marks, indicated or otherwise, are the property of their respective owners.
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