Asus Sets Eee PC 900 U.S. Launch for May 12th - Price $549

[greggh]

http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=4374

Asus informed us this evening that the Eee PC 900 will hit the store shelves in the U.S. on May 12th. The Linux and Windows XP loaded version of this 8.9" version of the Eee PC will both cost $549.

That price is too high IMO. I want the cheapest $299 2G Surf but with an 8.9" screen. Charge $50 more. I'll pay $349 for that.

If I have to spend more than that I'd opt for the HP Mini-Note or get a cheap 14" lappy.

[greggh]

While I still think the eee 900 is overpriced, it seems there are lots of folks in Hong Kong that disagree.

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid ... 7781111609