Thin may not be in for models, but it is in the tech world, as the new ASUS Eee PC X101 indicates. ASUS' newest netbook is the thinnest and lightest in the world with a width of .69 inches and a weight of 2 pounds.
The ASUS Eee PC X101 comes with 1 GB of RAM (expandable to 2GB) with another 2 GB of memory available in ASUS' cloud-based storage system. The netbook has a baclit 10.1-inch LED screen and a VGA webcam. The Eee PC X101 has to do without its VGA and Ethernet ports, which may be a dealbreaker for some. The computer's battery life is rated at 4 hours, which is on the lower end for netbooks.
Perhaps the most awesome part of the ASUS Eee PC X101 is its expected price of $199. This bargain-basement price will hopefully convince other manufacturers to build thin and light laptops and netbooks that are affordable for all.
What's Driving This Trend
- Thin and Light Laptops
- Manufacturers should focus on producing other thin and light laptops and netbooks models that are affordable for all.
- Cloud-based Storage Systems
- Expanding cloud computing technology will further enhance performance levels of new ultra-lightweight laptops and notebooks.
- Low-cost Netbooks
- Manufacturers can offer a suite of low-cost netbooks with excellent features like the ASUS Eee PC X101 to increase customer choice and market share.
Who This Affects Most
- Computer Hardware Industry
- Manufacturers of computer hardware should focus on creating thin and lightweight laptops that still offer superior performance to meet the needs of consumers.
- Cloud Computing Industry
- Cloud-based storage systems offer a cost-effective, secure, and reliable way for consumers to store data on their devices.
- Consumer Electronics Industry
- The demand for low-cost, high-performance, and user-friendly netbooks will drive innovation and growth in the consumer electronics industry.
