I bought a magalhaes/Magellan, as a private part (I am at Portugal capitol).
The start to sell the computer at midnight. I went to the store about launch time and I found out that "first day 30% rebate, limited number" was still available, so I do not resist and bought one.
After careful analysis I found out the following.
(a) The hardware alone is a good value for the money (YES is an Intel classmate). The machine is not fast, but is a good option. For 200 euros. And seems to be roughed.
(b) No sign of Linux or open office. The machine comes with a very standard Win XP, and a licence to 2 months of a recent version of Microsoft office.
(c) Good choice for people that can not afford a more expensive one or for use as very convenient light and resistant notebook.
A few ideas
After the 2 months experience with Microsoft office most people will not be willing to pay the Microsoft tax (almost expensive as the computer...) and will change to open office.
I am hoping that someone (I am very behind technically to to able to help) manage to build a Linux distro for the machine (since it is going to be very popular). It does not have a CD reader (or DVD - although I manage to install a old USB DVD recorder) but I am almost sure that a USB-memory version/installer is possible.
Slashdot Mirror
;-)
Just imagine this gizmo powered with cold fusion!
They should use the Voight-Kampff" test instead
But much full is going to be needed to keep in position, due to atmospheric drag.
13 months per year? 13 brings bad luck
The start to sell the computer at midnight. I went to the store about launch time and I found out that "first day 30% rebate, limited number" was still available, so I do not resist and bought one.
After careful analysis I found out the following.
(a) The hardware alone is a good value for the money (YES is an Intel classmate). The machine is not fast, but is a good option. For 200 euros. And seems to be roughed.
(b) No sign of Linux or open office. The machine comes with a very standard Win XP, and a licence to 2 months of a recent version of Microsoft office.
(c) Good choice for people that can not afford a more expensive one or for use as very convenient light and resistant notebook.
A few ideas
After the 2 months experience with Microsoft office most people will not be willing to pay the Microsoft tax (almost expensive as the computer...) and will change to open office.
I am hoping that someone (I am very behind technically to to able to help) manage to build a Linux distro for the machine (since it is going to be very popular). It does not have a CD reader (or DVD - although I manage to install a old USB DVD recorder) but I am almost sure that a USB-memory version/installer is possible.
A GOOD OPPORTUNITY
Jose Simoes
Documents - Use "offline access for Google Docs"
Contacts - export to CSV or vCard
calendar - export it as a private address in ical format (also XML, html)
blogs - HTTracker
photos - try picasa
what else?