Acer Aspire One AO725-0899 11.6" Netbook (AMD Dual Core Processor, 2GB RAM, 320GB Hard Drive, Windows 7 HP 64 bits) Volcano Black

by Acer Computer

• AMD c_series_dual_core_c_60 Processor 1GHz (1MB Cache)
• 2 GB SDRAM RAM
• 320GB 5400rpm Hard Drive
• 11.6-Inch Screen, ATI Radeon HD6290
• Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit

Product Description

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Perfect portability, perfect usability: The Aspire® One AO725 Netbook is less than 1" slim and under 3 lbs., yet this thin & light PC has dual-core AMD accelerated processing and the power of Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium. A 11.6" HD display, full-size keyboard and superb connectivity provide ease of use to go with its stunning Volcano Black chassis and CineCrystal™ HD widescreen display, backed by ATI Radeon™ graphics. Up to 5.5 hours of battery life keep you connected and enjoying your media on the go. Travel light yet get full performance from the great-looking Acer Aspire® One AO725 Netbook.

Key Features

• 11.6" HD Widescreen CineCrystal™ LED-backlit Display
• AMD Dual-Core C-60 Accelerated Processor 1.0GHz with TurboCORE Technology up to 1.33GHz
• Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium
• 320GB Hard Drive
• 2GB DDR3 Memory
• ATI Radeon™ HD 6290 Graphicswith 256MB of dedicated system memory
• 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™
• Built-in 0.3 Megapixel HD Webcam
• Two built-in stereo speakers
• 2- USB 2.0 Ports
• 1- USB 3.0 Port
• 1- HDMI™ Port
• Full-size Acer FineTip Keyboard
• Multi-Gesture Touchpad
• 4-cell Li-ion Battery
• 2.65 lbs.| 1.2 kg(system unit only)

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Dual-Core Performance & Sensational HD Experiences

The Aspire One is compact yet powerful with Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium and the AMD Dual-Core Processor C-60 with HD Internet Technology combine to enrich what you see, share and create, making your digital life all the more vibrant. Enjoy fast web browsing, online HD entertainment and experience smooth and vivid video playback—all with responsive and energy-efficient performance. The AO725 delivers great HD experiences thanks to ATI Radeon™ HD 6290 graphics with 256MB of dedicated memory. Plus, the 16:9 aspect ratio of the 11.6” HD widescreen CineCrystal™ LED-backlit display makes everything onscreen look truly cinematic. HDMI™ output lets you use a single cable to bring HD content and high-quality audio from your netbook to a large display or big-screen HDTV. Share your favorite HD entertainment with family and friends. Not only can you see everything better on the Acer Aspire AO725; you can see everyone. Enjoy face-to-face conversations with family and friends in high-definition video chats with the integrated HD Webcam and digital Microphone.

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Stylish Mobile Design

The new look of the Acer® Aspire One AO725 is sure to turn heads with its glossy Volcano Black cover, comfortable feel and sensational visual appeal. Yet there's real power inside! Less than 1" slim and under 3 lbs., this thin & light netbook is easy to carry while you're on the go. Its 4-cell battery fits flush into the chassis, further streamlining the netbook's look and providing up to 5.5 hours of cord-free battery life on a single charge! Though compact, our Aspire One AO725 provides more-than-netbook comfort for easy use while mobile. The 100% standard-size keyboard has bigger keys for more accurate typing, and the Multigesture Touchpad puts scrolling, rotating images, zooming and browsing at your fingertips.

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Everywhere Connectivity & Great Productivity

New USB 3.0 is fast: You can transfer a 250GB movie in a mere 70 seconds. That's because USB 3.0 works up to 10 times faster than older USB 2.0—and, with USB 3.0, you can charge your USB devices when your laptop is asleep, hibernating or even off! With both 802.11b/g/n wireless and 10/100 Fast Ethernet LAN connectivity available, it's simple and quick to jump on the Internet and access email, browse the web, connect to your social networks and more! Wherever you are, your world is there with you. Evernote makes it easy to remember things big and small from your everyday life using your computer, phone, tablet and the web. Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium makes the things you do every day easier. With Office Starter 2010, you can experience new ways to deliver your best work! Buy Microsoft® Office 2010 to activate a full-featured Office suite preloaded on this PC.

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Windows 7 Home Premium The Best Entertainment Experience On Your PC Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. You can even watch, pause, and rewind TV or record it to watch whenever and wherever you want. For the best entertainment experience, choose a PC with Windows 7. Windows 7: Your PC Simplified Improved desktop navigation features like Snap, Peek and Shake, make it easier to manage all of your open windows. Find virtually anything on your PC--from documents to songs to email--just by typing a word or two with Windows Search. Designed to make your PC sleep and resume quicker. Watch, pause, rewind and record TV with Windows Media Center to watch whenever and where ever you want.*

Get a Faster, Safer Web with a New PC and Internet Explorer 9 Helps protect against identity theft and malicious software with SmartScreen Filter. Movies, TV, and videos look better and run more smoothly. Create, Connect, and Share with Windows Live Windows 7 and Windows Live bring it all together for free. Get the free set of programs that make it simple to create and share amazing photos and movies, organize mail, and stay connected with your closest friends. Get free online storage with Windows Live SkyDrive. Sync files on your PCs automatically with Windows Live Mesh. Share photos during video chats with Windows Live Messenger.** Easily edit photos. Combine the best parts of multiple photos into one perfect photo with Photo Fuse. You can download Windows Live for FREE at download.live.com.

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Complete Your PC Experience with Microsoft Office 2010 Includes reduced functionality versions of Microsoft Word and Excel with advertising. (Note that PowerPoint or Outlook are not included.) Purchase Office 2010 today and get the most out of your new PC.   * Additional hardware may be required. Not available in all countries. (See windows.microsoft.com/products/windows-7/system-requirements/ for more information.) ** Requires a compatible microphone, speakers or headset, webcam, and broadband connection.

Product Description

Acer AO725-0899 comes with these high level Specs. AMD Dual-Core C-60 Accelerated Processor, Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit, 11.6" HD Widescreen CineCrystal LED-backlit Display, AMD A68M Fusion Chipset, ATI Radeon HD 6290 Graphics with 256 MB of dedicated system memory, 2048MB DDR3 Memory, 320GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM), Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, Built-In 0.3MP Webcam, 2 - USB 2.0 Ports, 1 - USB 3.0 Port, 1 - HDMI Port, 4-cell Li-ion Battery (2500 mAh), Up to 5.5-hours Battery Life, Microsoft Office Starter 2010, 2.65 lbs. | 1.2 kg (system unit only).what's in the box: Aspire One AO725-C62kk Netbook, Lithium Ion Battery and AC Adapter.Limited Warranty period (parts and labor): 1 year.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

98 of 101 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Good purchase for the price. July 19, 2012

By Phillip D.

Amazon Verified Purchase

About me: I am a grad student in a major city. I walk/take public transportation to class and was using a large laptop for the first year. I needed a lightweight computer for use in class because carrying the larger laptop around was a hassle. My criteria were 1), lightweight 2), long battery life, 3) be a Windows 7 PC, 4) have Word, and 5) be relatively inexpensive. I was redeeming Amazon credits, so my out-of-pocket was insignificant.
This Acer Aspire One pretty much fit the bill and I would recommend it to anyone in a similar situation or someone looking for a budget lightweight laptop to take with them to work or school. Here is the pro and con breakdown:

Pros:
Lightweight: a little over 2.5 pounds.
Has Word Starter: perfect for class notes
Battery life: just leaving it on (not in sleep mode), but not in active use, the battery lasts a little over 7 hours.
Windows 7: does everything a normal Windows computer can do and supports the standard apps.
Good construction material: Does not feel like it is cheaply made. Some other computers at the same price range have keyboards that seem flimsy, etc.
285 GB Hard Disk
Inexpensive

Cons:
Slow: Shutdown time is about 1 minute and 15 seconds, startup is about 5 seconds faster, from start menu to being able to search on Chrome is about 17 seconds.
Really Slow: do not plan on much multitasking, because the computer slows to a crawl if you start opening too many windows. With just Chrome open, the window will freeze if you open up more than 10 tabs.
Do expect to anything too complex: this computer cannot be used for any high-end processing like video/photo editing or gaming. The Windows Experience Index gives it a 3.2 based on its processor. Also has 4.9 memory, 3.9 graphics, 5.5 gaming graphics, and 5.9 for primary hard disk. Probably could play some less graphically intense mid to early 2000s games.
Word Starter: have to update to Microsoft Office if you need it to write research papers, because Windows Starter does not have foot/endnote abilities.

Overall, I give it a 5 because the processor is a little better than I would expect for a computer like this. Two and a half years ago I had a Toshiba that I bought for a grand that was only marginally faster than this computer. Also, it is good for the price, lightweight, and does what I want it to (type and internet search).

Update, October 1: purchased SSD on Amazon and also more memory on another site. Went for the 120 gb, which really is a steal, especially if you have Amazon Prime. Putting the new memory and hard drive in was easy as could be: youtube has good how to videos. These computers are essentially like four parts, so its just unscrewing the back and snapping the stuff in the right places. Cut boot and shutdown time to less then 20 seconds each. About a 100 dollars investment that makes the computer run like a 600 dollar laptop.

Update, October 2: One little problem, which does not change my view of this computer in totality. The screen seems to randomly brighten for no reason. It really is minor, since you can darken the screen easily with the keyboard. Also, I have seen other reviews mention the touchpad sensitivity. It is sensitive and takes some getting used and can be irritating, but is more of a minor inconvenience than a serious problem.

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars adequate speed, barely adequate battery, not so great trackpad, Netlfix HD streaming stutters August 8, 2012

By math-tutorchicago-org

I got it from Target. The computer is not lightning fast but fast enough and definitely faster than any Atom netbook.

The biggest battery drainers are WIFI, screen brightness, processor speed. The screen brightness in Windows has 10 levels, from 10% to 100%, and you can choose power plans like "Power Saver" or "Balanced" etc. I made some measurements of the battery life since it is only 4 cells:

A. Power Saver, screen brightness at 30% (acceptable in a dark room), WIFI OFF, reading Kindle and word processing with MS word: battery drops 13%/hour -> 8 hours

B. Power Saver, screen brightness at 50% (acceptable even outside in a shadow), WIFI OFF, reading Kindle and word processing with MS word: battery drops 15%/hour -> 7 hours

C. Power Saver, screen brightness at 50%, WIFI ON with constant browsing, Skype on (but not talking): battery drops 20%/hour -> 5 hours

D. Power Saver, screen brightness at 50%, WIFI ON, Netflix streaming "The Tudors" with HD off: battery drops 30%/hour -> 3 hours and 20 mins

The touchpad is ELAN. I fixed the palm sensitivity by adjusting "PalmTracking" in the settings. What I hate about ELAN trackpads is that they don't have "momentum" like Synaptics so crossing the screen takes several flicks on the touchpad.

The sound coming from the tiny speakers on the bottom is correspondinly tiny. It can be amplified by going to Speaker Properties > Enhancements and checkin the Equalizer, then max out all frequencies.

Netflix streaming stutters on High Definition. On the other hand High Definition from YouTube plays without stuttering. The problem is some incompatibility between AMD processors and Silver Light used by Netflix to stream video. You can google its all over internet. The problem is resolved by disallowing HD streaming or reducting the maximal streaming speed in your Netflix account. Do NOT update Silver Light and the video driver, it makes the problem worse, I had to restore the system to factory defaults to be able the stream Netflix without stutter at low definition again.

Model AO722 has the same processor but 6 cell battery that should last longer. I didn't get it because it has too many reports that is gets broken fast. There is another model AO756 with a faster celeron processor with a correspondingly worse battery life: 6 hours in scenario A; 5 hours in scenario B; 4 hours in scenario C, which is not acceptable to me.

37 of 39 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Typing is easy ... June 30, 2012

By DeeIngram

... and I have large fingers. I was surprised at the size of the keyboard. Positives about the Aspire One 725-0899, which I got a few days ago at Target for $299: Very lightweight; Windows 7 makes navigating between apps a breeze because it puts everything into little work groups, so you can have a ton of windows open a flit between them all in seconds. The screen is crystal clear, though you will want to change your settings to increase text size while browsing the Web and using programs like Microsoft Word. I also use full-screen mode online to maximize every inch of the 11-inch screen.

Negatives: The mouse is way too sensitive. I'll be typing and the bottom of my hand will touch the mouse and my text will delete or I'll end up writing in another paragraph somehow. So if you have a habit of resting your wrist on the mousepad, this will mean trouble for you. Also, the speakers/volume could be more powerful. I wish it were twice as loud.

Overall, though, this is a well-made, solid little machine. I may be getting rid of my tablet now that I have another ultra-portable option, this one with a very functional keyboard.