Acer offers up very first dual-core Atom Netbook

by Steven Mostyn - Aug 30 2010, 15:09

The humble webcentric Netbook computer is getting a significant image boost this week following the official launch of Acer's Aspire One D255, which arrives as the very first Netbook to hit the U.S. market armed with a snazzy dual-core Intel Atom processor.

Sporting a typically pocket-friendly price of just $399 USD, the D255 comes equipped with the improved 1.5GHz Atom N550 platform, 1GB of DDR3 RAM (1066MHz), a spacious 250GB hard drive (5400RPM), a 10.1-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 1024 x 600, and the Windows 7 Starter operating system.

Other contributing elements packed into Acer's latest ultra portable computer include integrated Intel GMA 3150 graphics, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi connectivity, 10/100 Ethernet, a trio of USB 2.0 ports, VGA out, a capable six-cell 4400mAh battery, a multi-card reader, and chassis colour choices of red, black, aquamarine or sandstone.

According to tech site Liliputing, the Aspire One D255 is presently only on sale through the Home Shopping Network, though we expect more widespread availability is likely just around the corner.

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