This is not your regular review. I just want to share my thoughts on some key elements that are important for one in my line of work. For starters, some would say that comparing The One with a first generation EEE is totally unfair. What I’m doing is simply comparing the two ultraportables that I currently have.
1. As far as portability is concerned, it’s a tie. Both units are very easy to bring along. The Acer, though a tad wider than the Asus, would fit in a lady’s handbag (in this case, my spouse’s bags). The weight difference is minimal. There is just no excuse not to bring a PC that’s 1kg in weight.
2. Both boot-up in under 20 seconds. The Acer is actually faster. For those who need to write a lot, quick access is very important. Bottomline: no one would grow a beard waiting for either of these to boot-up.
3. As netbooks, web access via wired or wireless access is great on both units. Burger King, by the way, is my favorite place to test Wi-Fi on laptops (and phones).
4. Video playback. I use a lot of video for my lectures and presentations. This is where the Asus, first generation at that, connected to an LCD projector, beats the Acer. I can play most video files on the EEE. I’m hoping that updates will come soon for the Acer.
5. Office Work. I’ve had the Asus longer but the Acer’s better keyboard and wider screen provide a much user-friendly platform for which to create and edit documents, spreadsheets, and slide-shows.
