Notebook is already isolated in a separate device class so-called smartbook, which combine economical processors with ARM- architecture and free operating systems. In the ideal case smartbook must work in Internet the whole day without the need for recharging. Cost not more than $200 makes this device attractive for access to the Internet.
As reports associate with the reference to asustek chapter , in the first quarter following year the company must present smartbook under the administration Of google android, which will cost about $185. This computer will be based on ARM- architecture processor. Asus hopes that the release of smartbook will allow to repeat the popularity phenomenon of first models netbook eee PC.
Associate reports that in the first quarter following year asus can begin the propagation on American and European markets for mobile device for reading electronic books, capable of competing with the famous amazon kindle. The corresponding asus product will be equipped with screen with 9 inches diagonal and access adapters to wireless networks 3G, Wi-Fi and WiMAX.