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Return Rates of Linux-Based Netbooks At Least 4x Higher Than Windows XP-based Netbooks

Digital Home Thoughts: Return Rates of Linux-Based Netbooks At Least 4x Higher Than Windows XP-based Netbooks

Are Consumers Getting Mixed Messages About Linux Netbooks?

Recently, there's been a lot of noise regarding Linux netbooks -- from how well the devices have sold to the return rates. Sam mentioned in a post that reasonable expectations need to be set for netbooks. I agree with Sam on this point (which applies to more than netbooks, when it's fully considered). These machines are designed for basic tasks, not to serve as a complete office substitute when traveling.

ARM tipped for netbooks

Netbooks using ARM's high-end "Cortex-A" family of processor cores will begin appearing soon in netbooks, an ARM executive is reported as saying. Rob Coombs, ARM's director of mobile solutions, says to "expect announcements in the next few months," as quoted by

Netbooks Take a Bite Out of Windows Profits

twitter writes "Analysts at Bloomberg noticed the tumble in Microsoft's traditional software sales last quarter and blamed it on netbooks: 'The devices, which usually cost less than $500, are the fastest-growing segment of the personal-computer industry — a trend that's eating into Microsoft's revenue. Windows sales fell short of forecasts last quarter and the company cut growth projections for the year, citing the lower revenue it gets from netbooks. When makers of the computers do use Windows, they typically opt for older and cheaper versions of the software. Equipping Linux on a computer costs about $5, compared with $40 to $50 for XP and about $100 for Vista, according to estimates by Jenny Lai, a Taipei-based analyst at CLSA Ltd.' This is why, MS declared war on the segment last year and palm top computers in previous years.

Biggest Enemy Of Linux Netbooks Isn't Windows - It's Expectations

Linux netbooks face an uphill road, according to makers of one such machine, MSI. Their director of U.S. Sales, Andy Tung, noted that returns of Linux netbooks in general have been "higher than regular notebooks...the main cause of that is Linux." Wired carried the story, along with DesktopLinux and a number of other outlets. Still, I wouldn't throw in the (penguin-monogrammed) towel just yet.

Linux, netbooks threaten Microsoft's fat profits

Microsoft's bottom line is hurting from Linux gains in netbooks, says a Bloomberg.com story. A recent drop in Windows revenues is due in part to the fact that leading netbook vendors Acer and Asus run Linux on about 30 percent of their netbooks, says the story.

Linux, netbooks threaten Microsoft's fat profits

Microsoft's bottom line is hurting from Linux gains in netbooks, says a Bloomberg.com story. A recent drop in Windows revenues is due in part to the fact that leading netbook vendors Acer and Asus run Linux on about 30 percent of their netbooks, says the story.

Linux, netbooks threaten Microsoft's fat profits

Microsoft's bottom line is hurting from Linux gains in netbooks, says a Bloomberg.com story. A recent drop in Windows revenues is due in part to the fact that leading netbook vendors Acer and Asus run Linux on about 30 percent of their netbooks, says the story.

Why Netbooks Will Soon Cost $99

CWmike sends along a ComputerWorld piece which predicts that "netbooks like the Asus Eee PC, the Dell Mini 9 and the HP 2133 Mini-Note will soon cost as little as $99. The catch? You'll need to commit to a two-year mobile broadband contract. The low cost will come courtesy of a subsidy identical to the one you already get with your cell phone. It's likely that HP is working with AT&T (they're reported to be talking), which announced a major strategic shift a couple of weeks ago that should result in AT&T stores selling nonphone gadgets that can take advantage of mobile broadband, including netbooks. What's more interesting is that low income and cheapskate buyers are starting to use iPhones as replacements or substitutes for netbook, notebook and even desktop PCs.

New AMD Processors Aiming Between Laptops and Netbooks

An anonymous reader writes with an article about AMD's Conesus chip, suggesting that it is intended to compete with Intel's Atom for the netbook market. However, CNet reports that AMD is eschewing that form factor in favor of something larger, yet still more portable than a traditional laptop. Quoting: "AMD's strategy seems solid, in my opinion. Go for a segment that is bigger and better than Netbooks. The ultraportable category (the MacBook Air being the best example) is full of attractive but expensive designs. Why not work with PC makers to offer an ultrathin, ultralight, full-featured 13-inch notebook that is priced a lot less than $1,800? Why not $600 or $700? In addition to the conventional criticism of Netbooks (small screens, tiny keyboards), an underrated fact is that many users eventually get the feeling that they're stuck with

Why Microsoft is running scared of Linux

The title is very encouraging -- but I think perhaps the author is a little too optimistic. The author said 3 out of every 10 netbooks sold are running Linux. That's great, but they are only netbooks, and those little netbooks with their tiny screens, snail processors, and crunched keyboards don't really present Linux in its best light. And don't think that Microsoft doesn't have plenty of marketing schemes that they will be willing to pull out once the release of 7 draws near.

Netbooks vs. Smartphones: Making business mobile

What we traditionally think of as a smartphone is changing, as data is overtaking voice in terms of use. However, netbooks are beginning to become more and more pocketable – but which is better for someone who wants an office on the move?

Netbooks dominate Cyber Monday on Amazon

Netbooks dominated the Computers & PC hardware bestsellers list on Amazon.com on Cyber Monday in the US, the biggest online shopping day of the year.

Reliable Linux netbooks for Black Friday

I like Linux netbooks. I like them a lot. They're lightweight, they're solid performers, they're cheap, and it looks like they're soon going to be cheaper than ever.

Netbooks: small, cheap -- and fast?

Linux distributor Good OS and BIOS vendor Phoenix Technologies each have plans to make netbooks speedier devices, the vendors said at the Netbook World Summit in Paris on Monday.

HP may tie netbooks to 3G service...

HP is strongly considering linking netbooks like the Mini 1000 to cellular data plans, the company's consumer notebook head Kevin Frost tells the Wall Street Journal. Similar to deals in Asia and Europe, HP would offer a heavily discounted mini-computer in return for signing a contract for data access through a carrier and thus give users both a less expensive netbook as well as 3G or greater access.

Black Friday Bargain: Super-Cheap Linux Netbooks

I like Linux netbooks. I like them a lot. They're lightweight, they're solid performers, they're cheap, and it looks like they're soon going to be cheaper than ever.

Linux On Netbooks: Doomed Already?

So goes some of the punditry I've heard from various quarters. I mentioned the Guardian's "Linux is washed up" take on the issue, and now Ian Lamont at the Industry Standard put it this way: Windows 7 will make Linux downright irrelevant on netbooks.

HP unveils consumer netbooks running XP, Linux

Days after a posting a picture of the device on its website, HP is rolling out not one but three consumer netbooks in the Mini 1000 series. Users can choose between 8.9- or 10.2-inch 1024x600 LED-backlit displays, 8GB or 16GB SSDs or a conventional 60GB hard drive. All models ship with built-in Wi-Fi, and 3G versions are expected in December. The 1000 marks a sharp break from the Mini-Note 2133's VIA C7M processor and instead uses a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor with between 512MB and 2GB of RAM; the combination lets HP keep the price down while still providing headroom for better performance.

Best OS For Netbooks and Underpowered Tablets?

vigmeister writes "I hopped on the netbook bandwagon early this year in a rather odd fashion by picking up an outdated portable tablet (Fujitsu P1510) which just about matches the latest, greatest netbooks for their performance and portability features, while nipping them by managing to give me a better battery life. I've been happy using XP Tablet on this machine until recently, when I started thinking that by optimizing the OS for targeted use, I may be able to squeeze more out of the device. So, my questions are: What OS would you recommend for a netbook/outdated laptop? Usage is typically light — web surfing (with multimedia), email, word processing, spreadsheet and reading PDFs. Also, what OS would you recommend for a ultraportable tablet? Usage is similar to a netbook; there's a little more document editing going on, and good hand

Intel rethinking netbooks?

Its been two years since ASUS and Intel showed off the first Eee PC netbook at Computex. Back then the netbook concept was an intriguing one, but no one knew then how quickly the segment would take off. Now that Intel has a specialized processor for netbooks, you'd think they'd remain committed to the market, but it appears that may not be the case. Speaking at a conference Intel VP Stu Pann made some pretty revealing comments on the topic: "We view the Netbook as mostly incremental to our total available market...If you've ever used a Netbook and used a 10-inch screen size--it's fine for an hour. It's not something you're going to use day in and day out."

Test bench: netbooks

Samsung is one of the last big laptop makers to release a netbook, and this swish-looking effort is worth the wait. The Korean giant says that with careful use the NC10 will run mains-free for almost seven hours – twice as long as all here but the Asus. The trade-off is that the large battery makes it 100g or so heavier than the 1.2kg average of the netbooks here. The 160GB hard drive is impressive, as is the fast-scroll trackpad feature, unique in this test. Like all the machines on test, the Samsung has a built-in webcam and card reader; they also all have Bluetooth except the Medion. The 10in screen is excellent and the keyboard feels solid and responsive. If the NC10 has a fault, it’s that there’s no option of a built-in 3G card. Also, it doesn’t support the new, faster 802.

Buyers give thumbs down to Linux netbooks

Carphone Warehouse is to stop selling one of their Linux netbooks after the return rates went through the roof. The Elonex Webbook, which ships with Ubuntu, was taken back to the shop by 20 per cent of purchasers. Contrary to some reports, the laptops are not being 'recalled.'

In Depth: Buyers give thumbs down to Linux netbooks

Carphone Warehouse is to stop selling one of their Linux netbooks after the return rates went through the roof. The Elonex Webbook, which ships with Ubuntu, was taken back to the shop by 20 per cent of purchasers. Contrary to some reports, the laptops are not being 'recalled.'

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