$279 for a Linux laptop similar to the Asus Eee for that cheap! Whats the catch I said.
I am not sure if it is a catch, but the site keeps referring to a "no hassle maintenance package" of sorts.
The package includes back ups, updates, support, etc. for $15 / month. I hope it is not a requirement, that would definitely add to the overall cost of this thing.
Specs:
Zonbu Notebook is a 15.4" widescreen laptop with all the bells and whistles:
Processor: 1.5GHz, VIA C7-M Intel-compatible, low energy use
Display: 15.4" WXGA Widescreen (1440 x 900) and VGA output
Memory: 512MB
Hard Disk local storage: 60GB (58GB for your data)
Optical Drive: DVD-ROM/CD-RW
Graphics: VIA Chrome9 HC IGP (64MB shared memory, 128MB maximum)
Audio: built-in speaker, microphone and headphone ports
3 USB 2.0 ports
Ethernet: 10/100 Mbps built-in - broadband ready
Wifi: Built-in 802.11b/g
Power Supply: 65W AC-DC Adapter, 15W average power usage
Battery: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 2h30 to 3h, depending on usage
Measurements: 14.1" x 10.7" x 1.5" (35.8cm x 27.2cm x 3.8cm)
Weight: 5.3lbs (2.4kg) )
The OS is not given a name, I assume it is proprietary to the Zonbu family of PC's.
They also offer a mini desktop for $99. Below are the specs on it.
Good things come in small boxes
Zonbu Desktop is a compact, ultra low power mini with all the bells and whistles:
Processor: 1.2GHz, VIA C7 ULV Intel-compatible, ultra-low energy use
Memory: 512 MB
Compact Flash local storage: 4GB
Graphics: VIA CX700M2 UniChrome PRO II, VGA output, supports up to 2048 x 1536 (16 million colors, 75 Hz)
Audio: built-in speaker, microphone and headphone ports
PC-compatible ports for keyboard and mouse
6 USB 2.0 ports
Ethernet: 10/100 Mbps built-in - broadband ready
Wifi: built-in 802.11b/g available as an option
Power Supply: 20 Watt AC-DC Adapter
Measurements: 4.875" x 2.175" x 6.675" or (124mm x 56mm x 170mm)
Weight: 2.1lbs (0.97kg)
