Samsung GO N310-13GO 10.1-Inch Sunset Orange Netbook - 9 Hour Battery Life Review

I bought this version of the 310 while on holiday in the US as it is considerably cheaper there than the UK. Apart from price I was attracted by the 6 cell battery which extends the otherwise average battery life to a good 8 hours or so. But …. the larger battery does add to the weight (1.36Kg or 3 lbs) and means that there is a substantial bulge along the underside at the back, making it less sleek and portable than the standard version with the shorter battery life. The screen is clear and bright but quite reflective, making it a bit difficult to see in bright environments. The keyboard is pretty much perfect for me - no problems, but then I have quite small fingers. Performance is pretty much what you would expect as its innards are pretty much netbook standard components. Having said all this, the longer battery life really does make a huge difference to its useability. I find that I am using it far more than a previous notebook because i’m not having to charge it up all the time. So, the longer battery life makes a difference even if you are not taking long flights or train journeys. Am I happy with it? Pretty much, especially for the price. As a closet style victim I do still get a kick out of the lovely orange, slightly rubbery case. But I’m still looking forward to a 1 kg 12″ ultra-portable with an SSD drive and decent performance that’s under 00. Or maybe I could get my work to buy me a Sony - don’t be silly I work for the NHS!

• 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Processor
• 1GB DD2R RAM
• 160GB Hard Drive
• Windows XP Home, Up to 9 Hours of Battery Life (6 Cell 8850mAh)
• 10.1″ wide LED-backlit LCD display

Weighing just 2.9 pounds, the Samsung GO N310 netbook is one of the lightest netbooks in its class and it’s loaded with the latest technology for maximum performance. Distinctively styled, it’s designed by award-winning Japanese artist Naoto Fukasawa and features smoothly rounded edges that resemble a pebble that’s been worn down by wind and waterfall and its cover has a rubberized surface that more durable and easy-to-grip. In addition to this model in sunset orange (N310-13GO), it also comes in three other colors: midnight blue, jet black, and mint blue.

The rainbow of Samsung GO N310 colors.

An affordable mobile PC that’s ideal for all your online needs, the GO N310 is designed to go almost anywhere–from kitchen and living room at home to Wi-Fi hotspots at coffee shops, airports and more. You’ll be able to stay connected all day long thanks to the included 6-cell battery, which provides up to 9 hours of continuous use. It sports a 10.1-inch LED-backlit screen with a scratch resistant, edge-to-edge glass display, and the pebble-textured keyboard design makes typing comfortable with larger than average spacing. This netbook is powered by the 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor, which is designed especially for mobile devices and features an innovative hafnium-infused circuitry that reduces electrical current leakage in transistors to conserve energy.

The 10.1-inch LED-backlit edge-to-edge glass display is scratch resistant and delivers vivid images.

The exterior of the GO N310 has been rubberized for an easy grip and features a tactile Samsung logo.

The smooth rectangular-shaped isolation keypad with optimized key spacing helps you stay productive on the go.

The integrated 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g) will keep you connected to email and all your social networks, while the Bluetooth 2.1+EDR technology enables you to use handsfree communication headsets while video chatting via the integrated 1.3-megapixel webcam. Other features include a 160 GB hard drive, 1 GB of RAM, built-in speakers and microphone, SD/SDHC/MMC memory card reader, three USB ports, and a VGA output to an external monitor. It comes preinstalled with the Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system, which offers more experienced users an enhanced and innovative experience that incorporates Windows Live features like Windows Live Messenger for instant messaging and Windows Live Mail for consolidated email accounts on your desktop.

Key Features

• 10.1-inch LED-backlit display (1024 x 600) offers up to 30 percent more viewing area than traditional screens with 300 nits of brightness. Using LED technology means the screen is thinner, brighter, more durable and power efficient. You can also enjoy photo-like image quality, greater viewing angles and better text legibility, reducing eye strain and boosting productivity.
• 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor extends battery life and power efficiency to deliver excellent mobile performance and Internet connections on the go (includes 533 MHz front side bus and 512 KB L2 cache)
• 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM)
• 1 GB of RAM (maximum capacity)
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with up to 128 MB of shared video memory
• 1.3-megapixel webcam integrated into the bezel
• 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g)
• Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and cell phones.
• Seamlessly move data from your digital camera, camcorder, MP3 player or PDA straight to the netbook via the 3-in-1 memory card reader, three USB ports or wirelessly with Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
• Smooth rectangular-shaped isolation keypad design with an ergonomic design and optimized key spacing that make working and communicating a much more pleasurable and productive experience, with fewer errors and faster typing speeds.
• Stereo speakers (1.5 W x 2) with SRS 3D Sound Effect and HD Audio capabilities
• Windows XP Home operating system
• Standard 6 cell (8850 mAh) high-capacity battery enables you to surf the web for up to 9 hours on a single battery charge
• Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.3 x 1.1 inches (WxDxH)
• Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Warranty: 1 year parts and labor

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This netbook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN that’s compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks, and it also provides Fast (10/100) Ethernet networking.

• 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals–from digital cameras to MP3 players
• Analog video output: 1 VGA
• 3-in-1 memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), and MultiMedia Card (MMC)
• 1 headphone jack, 1 microphone jack
• 10/100 Fast Ethernet

The GO N310 in profile (right side on the top, left side on the bottom).

What’s in the box
This package contains the Samsung GO N310 (model N310-13GO), 6-cell rechargeable battery, AC adapter, power cord, printed user manual.

It also comes with the following software: Magic Keyboard, Easy Display Manager, Easy Network Manager, Easy SpeedUp Manager, Samsung Magic Doctor, Samsung Update Plus, Recovery Solutions III, Easy Battery Manager, Easy Resolution Manager, Battery Life Extender, Adobe Acrobat Reader 8, Cyberlink YouCam, McAfee Internet Security 9.0 (60-day trial)

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