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    Acer Unveils the Aspire One AO721 and AO521 with AMD Processors Discussion

    Discussion in 'Notebook News and Reviews' started by Jerry Jackson, Jun 18, 2010.

  1. Jerry Jackson

    Jerry Jackson Administrator NBR Reviewer

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    Acer America today announced two new versions of the popular Aspire One series netbooks, now with AMD-based high-definition capabilities. Updated with AMD Athlon II Neo processors, the 11.6-inch Aspire One AO721 and the 10.1-inch Aspire One AO521 are designed to deliver high-definition graphics and video playback and smooth video communications that are not possible with other netbooks.

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  2. MGX

    MGX Newbie

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    Maybe it's a silly question but, can I plug 2 external monitors at the same time?

    I mean using both, the VGA connector and the HDMI.
     
    MGX, Jun 19, 2010
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  3. Ahbeyvuhgehduh

    Ahbeyvuhgehduh Lost in contemplation....

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    The AO721 looks nice....
     
    Ahbeyvuhgehduh, Jun 19, 2010
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    Phinagle Notebook Prophet

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    Phinagle, Jun 21, 2010
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    popextra Notebook Consultant

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    How good is the AMD Athlon II Neo K625 (1.5ghz) processors and ATI Radeon HD 4225 Graphics compared to intels 1.3ghz su7300 CULV?
     
    popextra, Jun 24, 2010
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    Just picked up an AO721 last night, so far so good, still want to do my own tweaks and some testing to be completely satisfied.
     
    eltonsl, Jul 14, 2010
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    Can you review 720p playback on youtube w. newest adobe flash installed? It's very important for me as I'm planning to buy this puppy soon :)
     
    ziutos, Jul 15, 2010
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    720 & 1080 playback on my 521 is great!
     
    cm1, Jul 26, 2010
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