Acer Aspire One AO532h joins the Pine Trail party with a $299 pricetag
By Joanna Stern 
posted December 31st 2009 1:24PM
posted December 31st 2009 1:24PM
It's about time that the number one netbook manufacturer officially release details on its Pine Trail packing netbooks. The 10-inch Acer Aspire One A0535h seems to look slightly different than its predecessors, but its brand new Intel Atom N450 CPU, GMA 1350 graphics and promised 10 hours of battery life should give it bragging rights at the family dinner table. The rest of the specs are standard fare – Windows 7 Starter, 1GB of RAM, 160GB hard drive, and a 4,400 mAh six-cell battery. We're impressed that Acer has seemed to finagle a $299 price tag, undercutting most of the competition -- including the $380 Pine Trail Eee PC 1005PE -- by at least $50. It should be available in the coming weeks, but in the meantime you can check the full PR after the break or start searching for that Amazon pre-order page.
Acer Enhances Acclaimed Aspire One Netbook Line with Next-Generation Intel Technology and 10 Hours of Battery Life
Aspire One AO532h netbooks feature Intel Atom N450 processor, advanced mobile connectivity and long battery life for outstanding mobility
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 4, 2010 – Acer America today debuts the next generation of its acclaimed line of Aspire One netbooks. These new Aspire One AO532h netbooks are packed with powerful features and performance to boost productivity and battery life, enhancing the mobile computing experience.
Designed for all day mobility and connectivity, the Aspire One AO532h netbooks feature the latest Intel® technology with the Intel Atom N450 processor, 10 hours of battery life(3), fast Wi-Fi connectivity, a 10.1-inch LED-backlit TFT LCD and a large keyboard with a Multi-Gesture touchpad. All this power and functionality comes in a package that is only 1-inch thin and weighs just over 2-1/2 pounds, making it a true mobile companion.
"These new Aspire One netbooks offer mobile users some of the features and performance of a larger notebook, while providing a highly portable, compact design that's easy to take anywhere," said Ray Sawall, senior manager of product marketing for Acer America. "Consumers can browse the Internet, check email, share photos, enjoy their entertainment applications, and even get work done wherever their travel takes them."
High-Performance Features That Save Power for All Day Mobility Engineered for extreme mobility, the Aspire One utilizes the energy-efficient Intel® Atom(TM) N450 processor, integrated Intel graphics and the mobile Intel NM10 Express chipset to keep users connected while on-the-go.
To further support power savings and longer battery life, the netbooks' 10.1-inch LED-backlit TFT LCD saves 22.2 percent power compared with other netbook displays(4).
The new Aspire One netbook line offers many configurations to fit a wide range of consumer needs. Batteries are one component that have several options, including a high-density, six-cell Li-ion (5600 mAh) battery that delivers up to 10 hours of battery life or a 6-cell Li-ion (4400 mAh) for up to 8 hours battery life. Additionally, the batteries give a slight tilt to the netbook for a more comfortable typing experience.
Mobile Performance and Connectivity The new Aspire One AO532h netbooks offer users a simple and reliable mobile computing solution. The netbooks all come with ample memory and a large internal hard drive to store plenty of digital albums, music and documents.
To remain connected, the netbooks feature 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi and fast Ethernet LAN connectivity. For further communications needs, the netbooks are equipped with a built-in webcam, delivering smooth video streaming and high quality images for online chats and video conferences. A built-in digital microphone conveys superior voice quality, keeping background noise levels low and minimizing echoes.
The Aspire One netbooks have a 10.1-inch CrystalBrite(TM) LED-backlit display, offering a broader viewing area for Web page navigation and data input. They also utilize a Multi-Gesture Touchpad, allowing users to pinch, flick and swirl their fingers across the touchpad for intuitive navigation. It also allows users to scroll, zoom in and out, and flip through web pages, photos, spreadsheets and more. Additionally, a larger keyboard - 93 percent standard size - is more convenient for typing.
Several of the new netbooks include Windows® 7 Starter Edition, combining the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. Pricing/Configurations/Availability The Acer® Aspire One AO532h netbook will be available for U.S. customers at leading retailers this month.
A sample configuration follows.
Acer Aspire One AO532h
• Intel® Atom(TM) Processor N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
• 10.1" WSVGA Acer CrystalBrite(TM) LED-backlit Display
• Mobile Intel® NM10 Express Chipset
• Integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
• 1024MB DDR2 667MHz Memory
• 160GB(2) 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
• Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader
• Acer InviLink(TM) Nplify(TM) 802.11b/g/Draft-N Wi-Fi CERTIFIED®
• 10/100 Fast Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
• Built-in Webcam
• Two Built-in Stereo Speakers
• Multi-Gesture Touchpad
• 3 - USB 2.0 Ports
• 6-cell Li-ion Battery (4400 mAh)
• 2.76 lbs. | 1.25 kg
• 10.17" (W) x7.28" (D) x .99" (H)
• Windows® 7 Starter
• Three stylish colors: Onyx Blue, Garnet Red and Silver Matrix.
• MSRP: $299.99
About Acer America Since its founding in 1976, Acer has pursued the goal of breaking the barriers between people and technology. Globally, Acer ranks top 3 for total PCs(1) and No. 2 for notebooks(1), with the fastest growth among the top-five players. A profitable and sustainable Channel Business Model is instrumental to Acer's continued growth, while the successful acquisitions of Gateway and Packard Bell complete the company's global footprint by strengthening its presence in the U.S. and enhancing its strong position in Europe. Acer is proud to be a Worldwide Partner of the Olympic Movement in staging the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter and London 2012 Olympic Games. The Acer Group employs more than 6,000 people worldwide. 2008 revenues reached US$16.65 billion. See www.acer-group.com for more information.
Aspire One AO532h netbooks feature Intel Atom N450 processor, advanced mobile connectivity and long battery life for outstanding mobility
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 4, 2010 – Acer America today debuts the next generation of its acclaimed line of Aspire One netbooks. These new Aspire One AO532h netbooks are packed with powerful features and performance to boost productivity and battery life, enhancing the mobile computing experience.
Designed for all day mobility and connectivity, the Aspire One AO532h netbooks feature the latest Intel® technology with the Intel Atom N450 processor, 10 hours of battery life(3), fast Wi-Fi connectivity, a 10.1-inch LED-backlit TFT LCD and a large keyboard with a Multi-Gesture touchpad. All this power and functionality comes in a package that is only 1-inch thin and weighs just over 2-1/2 pounds, making it a true mobile companion.
"These new Aspire One netbooks offer mobile users some of the features and performance of a larger notebook, while providing a highly portable, compact design that's easy to take anywhere," said Ray Sawall, senior manager of product marketing for Acer America. "Consumers can browse the Internet, check email, share photos, enjoy their entertainment applications, and even get work done wherever their travel takes them."
High-Performance Features That Save Power for All Day Mobility Engineered for extreme mobility, the Aspire One utilizes the energy-efficient Intel® Atom(TM) N450 processor, integrated Intel graphics and the mobile Intel NM10 Express chipset to keep users connected while on-the-go.
To further support power savings and longer battery life, the netbooks' 10.1-inch LED-backlit TFT LCD saves 22.2 percent power compared with other netbook displays(4).
The new Aspire One netbook line offers many configurations to fit a wide range of consumer needs. Batteries are one component that have several options, including a high-density, six-cell Li-ion (5600 mAh) battery that delivers up to 10 hours of battery life or a 6-cell Li-ion (4400 mAh) for up to 8 hours battery life. Additionally, the batteries give a slight tilt to the netbook for a more comfortable typing experience.
Mobile Performance and Connectivity The new Aspire One AO532h netbooks offer users a simple and reliable mobile computing solution. The netbooks all come with ample memory and a large internal hard drive to store plenty of digital albums, music and documents.
To remain connected, the netbooks feature 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi and fast Ethernet LAN connectivity. For further communications needs, the netbooks are equipped with a built-in webcam, delivering smooth video streaming and high quality images for online chats and video conferences. A built-in digital microphone conveys superior voice quality, keeping background noise levels low and minimizing echoes.
The Aspire One netbooks have a 10.1-inch CrystalBrite(TM) LED-backlit display, offering a broader viewing area for Web page navigation and data input. They also utilize a Multi-Gesture Touchpad, allowing users to pinch, flick and swirl their fingers across the touchpad for intuitive navigation. It also allows users to scroll, zoom in and out, and flip through web pages, photos, spreadsheets and more. Additionally, a larger keyboard - 93 percent standard size - is more convenient for typing.
Several of the new netbooks include Windows® 7 Starter Edition, combining the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. Pricing/Configurations/Availability The Acer® Aspire One AO532h netbook will be available for U.S. customers at leading retailers this month.
A sample configuration follows.
Acer Aspire One AO532h
• Intel® Atom(TM) Processor N450 (1.66GHz, 512KB L2 cache, 667MHz FSB)
• 10.1" WSVGA Acer CrystalBrite(TM) LED-backlit Display
• Mobile Intel® NM10 Express Chipset
• Integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
• 1024MB DDR2 667MHz Memory
• 160GB(2) 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
• Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader
• Acer InviLink(TM) Nplify(TM) 802.11b/g/Draft-N Wi-Fi CERTIFIED®
• 10/100 Fast Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
• Built-in Webcam
• Two Built-in Stereo Speakers
• Multi-Gesture Touchpad
• 3 - USB 2.0 Ports
• 6-cell Li-ion Battery (4400 mAh)
• 2.76 lbs. | 1.25 kg
• 10.17" (W) x7.28" (D) x .99" (H)
• Windows® 7 Starter
• Three stylish colors: Onyx Blue, Garnet Red and Silver Matrix.
• MSRP: $299.99
About Acer America Since its founding in 1976, Acer has pursued the goal of breaking the barriers between people and technology. Globally, Acer ranks top 3 for total PCs(1) and No. 2 for notebooks(1), with the fastest growth among the top-five players. A profitable and sustainable Channel Business Model is instrumental to Acer's continued growth, while the successful acquisitions of Gateway and Packard Bell complete the company's global footprint by strengthening its presence in the U.S. and enhancing its strong position in Europe. Acer is proud to be a Worldwide Partner of the Olympic Movement in staging the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter and London 2012 Olympic Games. The Acer Group employs more than 6,000 people worldwide. 2008 revenues reached US$16.65 billion. See www.acer-group.com for more information.
That tiny battery, Intel graphics, and Win7 STARTER really makes the difference. Will they pay me pay me to get one?
@(Unverified) i'm waiting for either kickass netbook with ion2 or a kickass tablet with tegra2. End of january we'll know.
@doutorpiranha
Yeah, well, over a year ago Ion 1 was announced, and I said I'd wait for Ion to do gaming, multimedia, and rendering work with Expression Studio.
I waited a year until November of this year to see Ion arrive.
I'm tempted to see Ion 2's notes and wait again, but you know what?
It'll probably be another six months at the minimum, and even Atom 330 doesn't fully drive Ion 1's capabilities, so it's not like N450 will, either.
My recommendation?
Grab yourself a 1201n and smile.
@(Unverified)
And doesn't the new Inspiron Mini start at 299 as well?
@Shidell First gen of anything always takes longer than second gen. Also if u wanna be more precise, you should seek how intel played a role in delaying mass intro of ion...
Intel is a cancer.
@Unverified User getting a job helps ^_^
@BigD145 The Aspire One netbooks have a 10.1-inch CrystalBrite, LED-backlit display, offering a broader viewing area for Web page navigation and data input. They also utilize a Multi-Gesture Touchpad, allowing users to pinch, flick and swirl their fingers across the touchpad for intuitive navigation. Not to shabby for an acer notebook, but hey the price is sweet too. Speaking of college students who are looking for a cost-efficient bookie.. Details: http://bit.ly/acer-aspire-one-AO532h-details
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In the market looking for another Netbook or a ULV notebook.
I get tired of carrying my full size notebook around.
CULV is going to overtake netbooks if they keep prices this ridiculous. a system like this should only cost $200-$250.
@Eraser The level of crapware already is at an excruciating high. Do you want even more?
@(Unverified) Not a problem for most of the people on Engadget seeing as we probably all just wipe a system as soon as we get it.
@Eraser
Why? CULV notebooks still average round $500. $300 bucks is reasonable for a netbook.
I am sorry but any computer be it a Netbook having Intel graphics is not allowed to brag....ABOUT ANYTHING.
Those chipsets stutter on even 720p video & as such are just plain horrible.
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@(Unverified) But why would anyone want to watch HD on a small screen.
I have a Eee Pc 901 that I use to take out with me if I wanted to check something later. I gave that to my daughter. Now I want another one and all I really want is: light weight, bigger screen, and longer battery life.
@(Unverified)
Its not watching at the resolution its watching a clip. Most video I have is encoded at that resolution(720p)& I am not going to encode down to a lower resolution so that I can watch it at the native resolution of the netbook. I just want to get the file from my server and take it with me on the go. Also, I like the Aero interface & that thing barely keeps up with it with a few windows open. Those graphic chipsets were created for a different era. I am a coder but I like a pretty & functional UI. I like stuff running smooth. That thing is a piece of junk & most consumers deserve something better IMHO.
@(Unverified)
I am sure they will have Broadcom video decode chip as an addon option. All other netbooks are adding it.
@(Unverified) pinetrail has a new graphics core, this isn't the old GMA450 or whatever. at least give it a chance before bashing it.
What are you guys bitching about? This is a $300 netbook for pete's sake - it's not supposed to run Crysis.
If this was made by almost any other company, it would have similar specs but cost $100 more.
if this has a mini pcie slot, this might be good once you put in a crystal hd card
yeh it may be $299 but that means you are guaranteed to get Acer quality. That means almost guaranteed failure rate, no telephone support and waiting forever to get your unit back!
Yup, I definitely save $50 and buy the Acer instead of the Asus! /sarcasm
This should be the average price point of netbooks, not the low end. Hopefully the older netbooks will start sinking into the $200-250 range. Once they are all in the range then they can truly become what they were supposed to be.
Though on topic, this looks to be one of the best looking netbooks in a while.
Now that price is more like it. (Where do netbooks go to die?)
Hmm, how do they undercut Asus like that? Here's my guess: tons of crapware preinstalled, unlike Asus' Eee.
is this good enough for youtube HD and hulu??
@dark star - With the 3150 video card. It is NEVER going to play Hulu or Youtube HD on it's own.
This is for people who just want to type and browse on the go.
Also, in the article it says the video card is a 1350, it looks like the numbers got switched around.
@dark star - I saw no mention of the BCM70015 Crystal HD chip, so no, it won't play HD :( Also, looks like VGA out only.
I want one! Does anyone know when it will come out? I've been looking for a good, cheap netbook and was also wondering what the benefits of pinetrail are.
This thing would be perfect - but I am waiting for that Pixel Qi e-paper screen. Ugh. Wish Acer would do a deal with them.
with out fan in it?