Sydney, Australia, March 2, 2009 \u2013 ASUS, pioneers of the widely acclaimed Eee PC and netbook movement, today announced the release of the highly anticipated Eee PC 1000HE.<\/p>\n
Unveiled at CES 2009, the Eee PC 1000HE is powered by an Intel\u00ae Atom\u2122 processor and ASUS-exclusive Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) offering users a choice between performance and power conservation modes. Adjustments can be made to suit prevailing usage which in turn reduces power expenditure by up to 15%*, enabling up to an astonishing 9.5* hours battery life for continuous computing on-the-go.<\/p>\n
NEWSFLASH! The Eee PC 1000HE will also soon be available with the Intel\u00ae Atom\u2122 N280 processor \u2013 the first N280 processor device to hit Australian and New Zealand shores.<\/p>\n
The Eee PC 1000HE comes equipped with a 160GB hard disk drive providing ample storage for media collections, as well as 10GB of online Eee Storage for users to access documents anywhere, anytime. A 10-inch LED backlit WSVGA LCD running at 1024 x 600 resolution presents full screen \u2018real estate\u2019 for documents and multimedia, while the multi-touch touchpad allows users to intuitively zoom in or out of pictures, or navigate up and down pages. Keyboard-wise, the Eee PC 1000HE features a \u2018Chiclet\u2019 keyboard with wider gaps between keycaps making cleaning a cinch, as well as helping users type with ease minimising any typographical errors. The keyboard is 92% the size of a conventional desktop keyboard offering better ergonomics.<\/p>\n
Surfing the net, downloading emails and large files on the Eee PC 1000HE is now five times more faster* with Wi-Fi 802.11n support and built-in Bluetooth and as a result, sharing data with other compatible devices is even more manageable. Furthermore, users can enjoy crystal clear voice and video communications with the built-in Digital Array Mic and 1.3M pixel webcam. Background noise and echoes are eliminated and any audio source within 60\u00b0 of the array mic is captured with pristine clarity.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s more, the Eee PC 1000HE chassis enclosure is incredibly durable with a scratch-resistant hard coating produced through cutting-edge Infusion technology that is also attractive, long-lasting and will not fade over time \u2013 available in pearl white or shiny black. From New York to London, Sydney to Perth, or even Australia to New Zealand, be rest assured the Eee PC 1000HE will last the flying haul.<\/p>\n
The Eee PC 1000HE from ASUS will be available from March 2009 in Australia and April 2009 in New Zealand through selected retailers and resellers. RRP: AU$899 inc GST, NZ$1,099.<\/p>\n
Specifications<\/p>\n
Display
\n\u00a010\u201d LED Backlight WSVGA screen (1024 x 600 resolution)
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\nOperating System
\n\u00a0Genuine Windows\u00ae XP Home
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\nProcessor
\n\u00a0Intel\u00ae Atom\u2122 N270 \/ N280
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\nMemory
\n\u00a0DDR2 SO-DIMM 1GB
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\nHybrid Storage
\n\u00a0160GB HDD + 10GB Eee Storage
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\nWireless Data Network
\n\u00a0802.11 b\/g\/n
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\nBattery
\n\u00a08700 mAh Li-Ion 9.5* hours (XP)
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\nCamera
\n\u00a01.3 megapixel webcam
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\nAudio
\n\u00a0High-Definition audio codec
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\nSpeaker
\n\u00a0Stereo speakers
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\nBuilt-in microphone
\n\u00a0Digital array microphone
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\nI\/O ports
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 1 x VGA<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 3 x USB 2.0<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 1 x LAN RJ-45<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Card Reader (MMC \/ SD)
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\nDimensions
\n\u00a0266mm x 191.2mm x 28.5 ~ 38mm
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\nWeight
\n\u00a01.45kg
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\nColours
\n\u00a0\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pearl White<\/p>\n
\u00a7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Shiny Black
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* Subject to system configuration and usage.<\/p>\n
About ASUS Sydney, Australia, March 2, 2009 \u2013 ASUS, pioneers of the widely acclaimed Eee PC and netbook movement, today announced the release of the highly anticipated Eee PC 1000HE. Unveiled at CES 2009, the Eee PC 1000HE is powered by an Intel\u00ae Atom\u2122 processor and ASUS-exclusive Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) offering users a choice between performance<\/p>\n
\nASUS is a leading company in the new digital era. With a global staff of more than ten thousand and a world-class R&D design team, the company\u2019s revenue for 2008 was 8.1 billion US dollars. ASUS ranks among the top 10 IT companies in BusinessWeek\u2019s \u201cInfoTech 100\u201d, and has been on the listing for 11 consecutive years. ASUS was also selected by the Wall Street Journal Asia as No.1 in quality and service. For more information, visit www.asus.com.au<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"