So what of the main attraction, the keyboard? Undoubtedly it’s a significant improvement over the 901 even if – like me – you find the Eee’s keyboard fairly manageable. This extra size does make it marginally less portable, but with its standard three-cell battery the Wind weighs 1.15kg so it’s no heavier than the Eee PC 901, though the 901 does have a heavier and higher capacity six-cell battery. This extra width creates space for the 10.1in, 1,024 x 600 resolution screen and the larger keyboard that runs right to the edges. Of course, the most obvious difference is that it’s a lot wider – 35mm wider to be precise. Hardly an earth shattering difference, but it’s noticeable and the wedge shape design means the tapered front is just 19mm thick. Its glossy lid and rounded edges give it a sleek look and feel and it’s marginally thinner, measuring 31mm at its thickest point compared to the 35mm of the Eee PC 901. Similar in appearance to the Eee, the Wind nonetheless has its own stylish charm. Does it impress as much upon longer inspection?Īs a design it undoubtedly does. Its 10.1in screen and larger keyboard has generated a lot of attention from people looking for a different take on the Netbook and when we looked at an early engineering sample (See: First Look: MSI Wind), it was easy to see why. Clearly, however, this slightly muddled approach has been sparked by the appearance of competitors and particularly the MSI Wind.
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