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Samsung N150 10.1-Inch Black Matte Netbook - Up to 7 Hours of Battery Life | 
| Brand: Samsung
Category: Personal Computer
List Price: $349.00
Buy New: $279.99
as of 9/10/2010 01:02 CDT details
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New (3) Used (1) from $279.99
Seller: CompUSA
Rating:  reviews
Sales Rank: 183
Color: Black Matte
Media: Personal Computers
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Operating System: Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Starter Edition
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 1.66
CPU Type: Intel Atom N450
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Hard Drive Size: 160
USB Ports: 3
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.7
Dimensions (in): 1 x 10.4 x 7.4
MPN: NP-N150-JA09US
Model: N150-Black Matte
UPC: 036725723030
EAN: 0036725723030
ASIN: B0037NZ67O
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 1.66GHz Intel N450 Atom Processor | | • | 1GB DDR2 Memory | | • | 160GB Hard Drive | | • | 10.1" Non-Glare Display; Intel GMA 3150 Graphics | | • | Windows 7 Starter Operating System; Up to 7 Hours of Battery Life* |
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Product Description
Powered by an Intel Atom N450 1.66GHz processor backed up by 1GB of DDR2 memory, this little Netbook serves up light-computing favorites like wireless web access, email, webcam, and more. The Samsung NP-N150-JA09US Netbook has a 160GB hard drive, so ALL your music, movies, and pictures (as well as documents, data, software, etc.) can go with you when you move out. The 10.1-nch widescreen has a 1024 x 600 resolution supported by integrated Intel GMA 3150 graphics for the perfect picture! The Samsung NP-N150-JA09US Netbook also has a media card reader and fast 802.11b/g/n wireless built in.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Sleek and Plenty Powerful June 2, 2010
D. Warnecke
30 out of 33 found this review helpful
Build:
The matte finish is great and lends a sleek, businesslike look to the netbook. This sets it apart from its cheap-and-shiny peers and makes it look more expensive than it is. The plastic quality is great and there is no flex in the case. Adjusting to the smaller keyboard isn't a big problem. This is a very quiet netbook. Even when it's really working hard, the fan is nearly silent.
Software:
Terrible, just terrible. When the hour-long initial install is finished, you'll be left with a boatload of trail software and junk that slows down the netbook. Get rid of all of it and upgrade to Windows 7 Ultimate as I did. Your experience will be significantly better.
Performance:
I'm pleasantly surprised. It will play most 720p videos smoothly and is snappy navigating Windows. Just don't expect much multitasking. Battery life varies between 5 and 9 hours and is heavily dependent on screen brightness.
Summary:
This little netbook is a bargain and once the software is sorted out, it's great to use.
A Winner June 25, 2010
J.D.
21 out of 22 found this review helpful
When my ancient HP laptop finally bit the dust earlier this year, I opted to change directions and buy the Samsung N150. Surprisingly, its a decision that has paid off big. I actually don't miss the larger keyboard. I upgraded to 2GB memory, installed Windows 7 Home Premium, and dumped the way too proprietary Samsung Update Manager. Its been a smooth ride since.
Functionality, usable keyboard, fast speeds, and a seven hour battery that has repeatedly gone over eight hours, are only a few of this unit's features. The flat screen speaks volumes in display and color richness. Video display is crisp and clean. The on board 1.3 mega pixel webcam is average at best but definitely not a deal breaker. The built in mic works better then expected with no distortion.
The NC150 comes packaged with the industry standard 1GB Ram, 160GB Hard Drive and Windows 7 Home starter package. The SD/HC/MMC reader is located in the front of the NC150 and is a sweet add on. Measuring 10.4" x 7.4" x 1" and weighing in at almost 3 pounds, the N150 houses 3 USB ports, a 3-in-1 memory card reader, microphone jack, headphone jack, a VGA port, and an ethernet jack.
One of the biggest selling points for me is the 93 percent full size keyboard. Combine the raised keys with the full size right shift key, I have a layout that easily meets my comfort zone. In order to accommodate the keyboard real estate had to be re-portioned. Avid touch pad users will find the compromise immediately. At 2.3" x 1.1", the touch pad is small but navigable. I found clicking and scrolling features very crisp. The scrolling bar works exceptionally well when viewing large web pages.
A dedicated slot for a mobile broadband modem card would have definitely sweetened the pot on the N150. Not a biggie since my Clear WiMax usb modem covers all of my mobile needs. This system is packaged with a power cord and a black, protective slip on cover.
The Samsung N150 Netbook also includes the standard one year parts and labor warranty. 24 hour toll free phone support is available as well as an online knowledge base and driver downloads. Unlike most product websites, the Samsung site is easy to navigate and consumer friendly.
Upgrading to 2GB memory is a breeze and functions normally performed with my desktop are now achieved easily since loading Office 2007. Coming from a die hard HP user, I have to say that the Samsung N150 has far surpassed my expectations.
Whether its travel, work or just kicking around the house, it has become my go to system. It leaves quite an impression to the point that I have purchased two of these as gifts for family members. With my upgrades, it easily covers the basics and more. The N150 is simply a high quality product that delivers.
Ordering 2nd one May 15, 2010
S. Bender (Colorado USA)
19 out of 23 found this review helpful
Just ordered second Samsung Netbook N150. Pleased with #1 which was a Mother's Day present for my wife who is very happy with it with exception of small keyboard which works fine for email and web surfing, but not so comfortable for wordprocessing. Ordered #2 for our daughter whose laptop is outdated and needs to be replaced. Must be careful when starting out upon receiving it because I inadvertantly must have selected the "French" language for the unit and could not change that at home. I had to ship it via UPS (they pay) to a factory out of state to have it cleared for use.
 Not great, but with a couple of tweaks, very good July 5, 2010
Skogkatt (San Francisco, Ca USA)
8 out of 10 found this review helpful
The N-150 can be good with a couple of tweaks. First, upgrade to Windows 7 Home Premium (Windows 7 Starter STINKS!!!!) Then, upgrade the memory to 2GB. And last, get Trend Micro Titanium Security for Netbooks (It will not take up much hard drive space, and runs quietly in the background). Also get rid of as much pre-installed crapware you can find. Do this, and you got a really fine Netbook.
All you could ask for quality,price,function July 10, 2010
Arctic runner (North of the equator)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
Lets face it, it's a netbook,It's great for web surfing, checking e-mails and writing Amazon reviews. If you are looking for a laptop... go buy a laptop. It's not perfect but for less than $300 it's hard to beat. I have also used a Toshiba NB 305-410 netbook and other than the Toshiba being a bit bulkier, and the Toshiba's touch pad is quite bit larger (not better but larger )not a lot of differences.One thing I definitely like better on the Samsung is the speakers ( I find the Toshiba's hard to hear even at full volume).The Samsung has gotten a few knocks for it's keyboard but I happen to like it I especially like the "feel" of the keys vs the Toshiba. Both seemed to connect equally well to my wireless router ( Net Gear 2000 "N" Router ) and had no problem locking onto a strong signal anywhere in the house. Both Netbooks had painfully long initial setup/registration times , not difficult just long and slow.
I found them both to be reasonably fast a web surfing once I deleted any unnecessary pre-installed software programs and ditched the Explorer browser and moved over to Mozilla Firefox. I have streamed Live MLB games on both, while there is a small but noticeable lag time on each they both handled it pretty well.
Don't believe the few negative comments you read about windows 7 STARTER. For a Netbook it's just fine , remember this is a Netbook not a Laptop . Yea, it would be nice to change my desktop background but that's one of the few idiosyncrasies that most will notice. It's fairly intuitive an seems to work well.
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