http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/ Engadget Comments for ASUS stuffing resistive touchscreens into next-gen Eee PCs? http://www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2008 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/'will it play doom?'
Honest to god i will brain anyone who says that on here!

AS for touchscreen, no one really cares, people with fat fingers and no stylus will break it before too long... (all americans)
]]>Mar 25th 2008 9:09AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
Seems like you have a lot of hostility in your life. Might I suggest a nice cup of hot tea?]]>Mar 25th 2008 9:33AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
Yes im sipping away at my tea now,listening to some soul music :)]]>Mar 25th 2008 9:37AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 9:49AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 9:52AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/It's the next evolutionary step.
...
Seriously though, I love the EeePC. if I could justify another laptop, I'd buy one, but I already have too much technology.]]>Mar 25th 2008 9:58AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 10:01AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/It’s pathetic really. Anyone who even THINKS about saying it will regret it! I will personally swim across the pond, hunt you down, and bust a cap in your a**! :p
]]>Mar 25th 2008 10:08AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
You give yourself WAY too much credit. You were ranked low because you're a f-ing douche! Get it right!]]>Mar 25th 2008 10:19AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
I'm American, but guess what- Its likely that I'm skinnier and fitter than you.]]>Mar 25th 2008 10:21AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 10:29AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 11:05AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
do you get the term "repetition joke" ?.




]]>Mar 25th 2008 11:08AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 5:58PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 27th 2008 11:58PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 9:15AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
I agree that a tablet convertible EEE would make it much more practical. If they release a convertible EEE, I'm SO there.

That being said, I've already order the parts for doing the jkkmobile touchscreen mod to mine. It'll definitely make ebook and comic reading so much easier than reaching across the screen to hit the spacebar.

Then again, I have fairly big hands, but the only time I use the stylus on Windows Mobile is when I get a new device and have to calibrate the screen.



]]>Mar 25th 2008 9:26AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
Translation: Asus will jack up the price by $150. ]]>Mar 25th 2008 9:16AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 1:55PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
I've had a touchscreen in my 7" Geeekbook for the past couple o'months and i couldn't recommend it enough. it changes the way you use the applications and it makes you feel even more in control than with a trackpad.
(Plus - It makes minesweeper/solitaire two of the most amazing games ever).

If it is less than £30 I WILL be having it on my 9" from asus. if it is more i will just upgrade and add it in the process.

For all you out there with 7"eee - add a touchscreen kit.(linitx £30)
]]>Mar 25th 2008 9:22AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 10:40AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://linitx.com/viewproduct.php?prodid=11273"
just found out that "Stock expected 29-Apr-2008 (35 days)" Soz!.
Karpc also seems to be out of stock.

ebay (uk) "http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/7-inch-touch-panel-screen-kit-for-eee-pc-eeepc-Asus_W0QQitemZ320230134886QQihZ011QQcategoryZ174QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD2VQQcmdZViewItem?_trksid=p1638.m122"

Or just search on " 7" inch touch panel screen kit for eee pc eeepc "

Also if you are going to try this then check out eeeuser.com as the forums have all the info you could ever need when playing with your little eee.]]>Mar 25th 2008 11:07AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://linitx.com/viewproduct.php?prodid=11273"
just found out that "Stock expected 29-Apr-2008 (35 days)" Soz!.
Karpc also seems to be out of stock.

ebay (uk) "http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/7-inch-touch-panel-screen-kit-for-eee-pc-eeepc-Asus_W0QQitemZ320230134886QQihZ011QQcategoryZ174QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD2VQQcmdZViewItem?_trksid=p1638.m122"

Or just search on " 7" inch touch panel screen kit for eee pc eeepc "

Also if you are going to try this then check out eeeuser.com as the forums have all the info you could ever need when playing with your little eee.]]>Mar 25th 2008 11:07AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
Peace]]>Mar 25th 2008 11:21AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
$10 for touch screen
$10 for new case for the slot and stylus
$10 for bluetooth
$10 for extra hour juice.... etc
don't you remember they are trying to keep it cheap and simple so people can afford it???]]>Mar 25th 2008 10:00AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/My complete GUESS is that the 701 will drop slightly in price and the 900 model will assume the current pricing. It's possible that Asus will either package in these new features from the "getgo", or make them a part of a premium model costing say $50 more.]]>Mar 25th 2008 12:15PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 10:15AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 10:18AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 10:30AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/ASUS announced that there were going to have bigger screens in Q2 2008 when they launched the EeePC.]]>Mar 25th 2008 12:00PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 12:24PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 10:42AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
I have a feeling that I would end up upgrading the touch screen anyway to one that feels a little nice. Transitive ones have never really been my style, they're cheap and not very crisp.]]>Mar 25th 2008 10:48AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 10:53AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/]]>Mar 25th 2008 11:09AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 10:57AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 11:12AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 11:22AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 11:24AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 11:31AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/ Resistive Screen]]>Mar 25th 2008 12:47PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
Resistive touchscreen is were its at :).

JAmerican]]>Mar 25th 2008 2:02PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 1:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 25th 2008 1:34PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/
You mean - like every touchscreen used in commercial applications OTHER than the Dell XT and Apple's iPhone/iPod touch?

Hello? You've been covering PDAs all this time and this statement even needed to be said?

Capacitive touchscreens are new. They're expensive. They can't be used with styluses. They require thicker frontpanels.

Resistive touchscreens have been in use since the 90s. They're very well understood. They work very well. They're THIN. They're made in huge quantities so they're cheap.

Now why add one? Well, two answers. The first is the simplest - although the least satisfying: if it really only costs $10 to add, it makes your product distinctly different from the huge number of wannabees about to show up (except, oddly, for the Via design which started with a touchscreen - which Everex promptly removed in their Cloudbook version).

The second argument is a bit more fuzzy. I have a UMPC and I've gotten used to touching the screen to click buttons. I knew it had become reflex when I was demoing an app on a regular LCD screen and when I wanted to change screens by clicking on a button, I reflexively reached up and tapped the LCD display.

It was a good laugh, but the point is - once you have it you kind of get used to having it. It's faster and more intuitive than using a mouse or trackpad - even if the screen can't be folded flat.]]>Mar 25th 2008 4:15PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/And I don't give a damn if it plays Doom.]]>Mar 25th 2008 10:58PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/25/asus-stuffing-resistive-touchscreens-into-next-gen-eee-pcs/Mar 26th 2008 4:52AM