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Acer Aspire One E100 plays Windows and Android

January 25th, 2011

Acer may intend the Aspire E100 Education netbook computer for learning purposes, but studies have demonstrated that students enjoy games of chance just as much as anyone else. So, the question becomes, how well suited is the E100 for internet gambling?

Though the 10-inch 1024×600 display and Intel Atom N550 processor are certainly adequate to the purpose of visiting online casinos, netbook players will be find several features much more compelling. For example, its ability to run the Google Android system not only allows the owner to play Android casino games, but also functions as an “instant on”, enabling the user to rapidly launch a web-browser and visit their favorite no download casinos.

Better still, the Aspire One E100 is a dual booting netbook computer, also providing support for Microsoft Windows 7, so if players feel the Android casinos and web-based casinos are getting cold, they can reboot into Windows to play some Windows casino games.

The Acer E100 can communicate wirelessly using both WiFi 802.11 (b/g/n) and Bluetooth 2.1. For memory and data storage, the E100 includes 1GM of DDR RAM, 250GB hard drive, and a multi-format memory card reader.

Acer anticipates the typical battery life will give users a good 8 hours to enjoy blackjack, slot machines, and any other online casino games.

The Aspire E100 is being developed in conjunction with European Schoolnet and will first be available at European schools, which are likely to co-brand the unit and preload educational bloatware.

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CES 2011: Samsung Sliding PC 7 Series Netbook

January 7th, 2011

Samsung introduced the new Sliding PC 7 Series Netbook during the Consumer Electronics Show 2011 (CES 2011) at the Venetian Hotel and Casino. The Sliding PC 7 device is an innovative creature which isn’t sure whether to be a netbook computer to be a tablet computer. Or perhaps, this is more a point of confusion (or delight) for the gambler who must choose how he wishes to use the device when network gaming.

The Sliding PC 7 netbook weighs 2.1 pounds, making it half a pound heavier than an Apple iPad. Some say that makes it a little too heavy for one-handed use, though stronger owners are less likely to notice the difference. With a 10 inch 1366 x 768 multitouch display screen, it has a better screen than the iPad which only has a 9.7 inch 1024 x 768 display. But the most noteworthy feature is the fully functional traditional keyboard which can be accessed by sliding the Sliding PC 7 netbook away from the user (hence the name).

The Sliding PC 7 uses the Intel 1.5GHz Oak Trail processor. This speeds performance of the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system. This also improves the battery life which will last for up to 9 hours.. Combined with 2GB of RAM, this machine performs admirably even while players wager at the most resource intensive no download casino games.

CES 2011 is the world’s biggest end-user equipment exhibition.

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Cr-48 Google Chrome netbook fails to impress

December 16th, 2010

Out of the hundreds of new netbook computers that have been slated for release during 2010, few generated as much hype as Google’s Chrome netbook. The Chrome web browser has become extremely popular with users since its release two years ago, and the prospect of seeing an entire netbook-friendly operating system built around the Chrome model had many computer users waiting anxiously.

In theory, a Chrome OS netbook would be perfect for online netbook gaming. The web-focused approach of Chrome epitomizes what a netbook is all about. It would let players turn their favorite no download casino games into semi-permanent features by locking them down in dedicated game tabs, integrating them seamlessly with other features the netbook operating system has to offer.

Unfortunately, the Google Chrome OS is not ready for public use, and probably won’t be ready for some months. But a Chrome-based netbook called the Cr-48, was given out to press and hardware reviewers last week. The Cr-48 was designed as a test platform for the Chrome OS, and will never be made available for public sale. Judging by the reviews that have hit the net during the last few days, this is a good thing.

The biggest complaint is that Chrome netbooks are absolutely useless without an internet connection, since they don’t support any native apps. One could argue that this is the whole idea behind a NETbook, but it is really is limiting.

But the Cr-48 demonstrates that Chrome is bound by more than its marriage to the internet. It cannot accept peripherals like printers or webcams. It gives users no access to its file system, so it’s impossible to save, move, or delete files. In fact, it offers little more than a portal to the internet, and it assumes that users will perform 100% of their computing online. This is OK if you only intend to play online casino games and surf the net, but if you hope to get more out of a netbook than that, then you have few options with Chrome.

This is a bold approach. Some might call it revolutionary. But according to one reviewer with Business Insider, Google Chrome netbooks are nothing but a waste of time.

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Dell Inspiron Duo hits the shelves

November 30th, 2010

Two months ago, we reported the Dell Inspiron Duo, a netbook-tablet hybrid that showed a lot of potential for online casino gambling. The device has finally hit the shelves, just in time for the holidays, and the reviews that are coming out are very positive indeed.

The device is half netbook, half tablet. Its multi-touch display swivels around a hinge, and can used normally in netbook mode, or reversed for tablet mode. At 10 inches it’s quite big for a netbook, but just right for a tablet. Its dual-core 1.5GHz Intel Atom processor has been used in netbooks for a while, but this is the first tablet device to include it.

The Dell Inspiron Duo is a casino gambler’s dream come true. It combines the business-ready power of a netbook with the playful touch screen interface of a netbook. Use it in netbook mode to take notes at your next business meeting, then switch to tablet mode for some no download slot action!

The only thing worth worrying about is the computer’s measly 4 hour battery life. For a netbook, this is not very good at all. Users who need to be constantly on the move won’t be able to make much use of this new Dell netbook tablet hybrid, but anyone who is looking for a device to use around the home or office will find the new Inspiron do to be a great gaming netbook.

The machine sells for a very reasonable $550. What are you going to ask for this Christmas?

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The best and worst gaming netbooks of 2010

November 26th, 2010

Technology is changing all the time, but this change is not always for the better. This year has seen a huge rise in the popularity of netbook computers, while at the same time the increased availability of tablet PCs and the Apple iPad have created some tough competition. Here is a look at the best and the worst netbooks of 2010.

Best netbook of 2010: Asus Eee PC 1015PE
Asus practically invented the netbook, so it’s no surprise that they are still leaders in netbook technology. The $400 1015PE was one of the first netbooks on the market to sport an Intel Atom N475 processor, and this fact alone makes it worth checking out. The machine is small, with its screen measuring in at just 10.1 inches, but it’s bright and fairly crisp, with a native resolution of 1024 x 600.

With 1gb of RAM, this little guy can run even the most demanding no download casino games with ease. Its 6-cell Lithium Ion battery offers a very impressive 13 hours of life, letting users play for longer periods of time. A large hard drive, high speed networking capabilities, and a multi-touch touchpad help sweeten the deal. All things considered, the Asus Eee PC 1015 PE is the best netbook of 2010.

Worst netbook of 2010: The $99 Sylvania Netbook
In early September, news got out that pharmacy chain CVS was selling a netbook computer for $99. It sounded too good to be true, and indeed it was. This ultra-cheap netbook from Sylvania was definitely not worth the money, even at such a bargain price.

The netbook ran on a Via 8505 processor and only offered 128mb of RAM. Its minuscule 2gb hard drive is half the size of a standard DVD. Its 7” display running at 800×480 was too tiny to be worth looking at, and the whole machine ran on Windows CE, giving it very limited software potential. The machine would have a tough time just surfing the web, and would definitely choke up when trying to run online casino games.

There you have it – the best and the worst netbooks of 2010. Choosing the best netbook wasn’t easy because there are a lot of good contenders on the market right now. Choosing the worst wasn’t tough at all, even though the cheap Sylvania system is really more of a toy than a true netbook.

Anyone looking for a new netbook for Christmas for playing online casino games can go for pretty much any “real” netbook out there, since most systems will run the top online casinos without any problems at all.

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Jolibook netbook not worth the price

November 18th, 2010

Computer users have been excited about the upcoming Jolibook, which runs on a new Linux-based netbook operation system called Jolicloud. The Jolibook was touted to be competitively priced, but now that the price has been announced, much of the former excitement is dying down.

The Jolibook will cost £279 ($444) when it hits the shelves – a high pricetag for any netbook, but especially high for one covered with cartoon drawings and running on a free operating system. Little is known about the final specs, but we do know that the Jolibook will sport an Atom N550 CPU and a 250GB hard drive. It seems to be an average system, especially when compared to Atom dual-core machines that can be purchased for about the same price

Jolibook might be the “official” Jolicloud netbook computer, but it’s not the only way to get the new operating system. Jolicloud can be downloaded free of cost, and installed on any computer, even alongside Windows 7. The operating system has been designed with netbooks in mind, and its focus is on simplicity and ease of use. The OS could offer strong competition for Google’s Chrome OS if it takes off.

Since Jolicloud supports Firefox, Google Chrome, and other popular web browsers, it is well suited to run no download casinos. The wonderful thing about instant play casino games is that they are OS-independent, and can be enjoyed on any computer that can connect to the internet. Jolicloud users can just boot up, launch their favorite web browser, then go to any of our best rated online casinos to play and win.

Jolicloud can be downloaded now, but the Jolibook isn’t due out later this month.

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Gigabyte T1005M convertible: A safe bet

November 10th, 2010

Convertible netbook computers have been done before, but never like this! The new Gigabyte T1005M is a hot topic this week in the netbook world, and it doesn’t take a tech guru to see why.

This little machine offers a 10 inch touch display that is mounted on a swivel hinge, letting the device transform from a typical clamshell netbook design to a flattened-out tablet design. It lets netbook gamers enjoy the best of both worlds, using the keyboard to do business, then switching to tablet mode to enjoy touch-screen blackjack, slots, and other games from the web’s top no download casinos.

A dual core Intel Atom N550 processor gives it enough juice to run the toughest apps, while eSATA and USB 3 ports offer good support for peripherals. Its 6 cell batter is a quite large and heavy, and the touchpad design is a bit cumbersome with its buttons on the sides, but these quirks are a small price to pay for the latest and greatest netbook technology.

Speaking of price, the Gigabyte T1005M convertible netbook rings up at a hefty $599.99. This is on the higher end of current netbook prices, and there are cheaper devices out there that are well-suited for playing online casino games, but most don’t offer the convertible touch screen goodness that this Gigabyte model provides.

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Is Apple’s new MacBook Air in fact a netbook?

October 20th, 2010

Apple doesn’t do netbooks. Steve Jobs told us so back in January, calling netbooks “slow, cheap laptops”. Besides, they have the iPad, they don’t need a netbook line.

But now, there are rumors floating around about Apple planning a thinner, smaller, and lighter than ever version of the MacBook Air, and some are calling Apple’s bluff and saying “yes, this new device in fact a netbook computer”.

The new MacBook Air looks like it will come with a netbook-sized 11.6” screen, and a much friendlier price tag than the current models. It will still cost around $1000, which is quite a lot more than the average Windows netbook, but that’s the price you pay for the Apple “cool factor”.

The good news for netbook gamers is that the new MacBook Air will have no problem running no download casinos. Since netbook casinos are all web-based, they will run on any computer with an internet connection, regardless of what casino software is being used.

If the rumors are true, then the new and improved MacBook Air may be as close as we ever come to seeing an Apple netbook.

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Chrome OS coming to netbooks this year

October 14th, 2010

Before the year is out, the elusive Google Chrome OS will finally be released into the wild. The unique operating system is based around the popular web browser, and based on previews and specs, it is something worth getting excited about.

Chrome OS is all about simplicity. It helps netbook users focus on web apps and online cloud computing by offering a minimal and intuitive interface that has been specifically designed with netbook computers in mind. It introduces a tabbed approach to netbook computing, following a model almost identical to the Chrome web browser. A home tab gives access to frequently used websites and web apps, while sticky tabs keep important things like Gmail and Google Docks open and ready to use.

While I’ve never used Chrome OS, from what I’ve seen it looks absolutely awesome for netbook gaming. It is designed for users who spend most of their computer time on the internet. This internet-centered approach to netbook computing means online casinos will blend in almost seamlessly with your computer. Players will even be able to create dedicated casino tabs and lock them in place, so that their favorite no download casino games are always just a click away.

Unfortunately, Chrome OS will not be available for download. The only way to get it is to buy it pre-installed on a Google-approved netbook computer. No information is available yet about what these machines will be like, but if the rumors are true, we don’t have to wait long to find out.

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Acer promises Android + Windows 7 netbooks

October 7th, 2010

Netbook computer manufacturer Acer just announced that they intend to ship all of their upcoming dual-core networks with two operating systems pre-installed. The machines will come with both Windows 7 and Android OS. However you look at it, this is big news for netbook gaming!

So far, Acer has released two dual OS nebooks: the Aspire One D250 and the Aspire One D260. Both systems prioritize Windows 7 as the main operating system, which is great for general computer use and for playing online casino games. But the addition of Android means faster internet, great multimedia content, and access to exclusive Android games. Combining Android with Windows 7 will give netbook gamers the best of both worlds.

Netbooks running only Android have been around for a while, but the limitations of the OS make them tough to use. The OS was designed for smartphone use, so using it to power a full computer is a bit tricky. Early machines had big problems running a simple mouse, since mouse support was not part of the original design. But Android is evolving, and these new machines are very slick.

No word yet on when the new dual-OS Acer netbooks will start shipping.

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