Samsung NP150 Plus (with 2GB ram upgrade) Spotless

Samsung NP150 Plus (with 2GB ram)

upgraded from 1GB ram to 2GB ram, charger slightly chewed by puppy but 100% functional charger

the extra ram ddr2 just installed, cost R700 alone

Samsung's new N150 version of its minilaptop line at least stands out from the crowd with a unique design. The back of its lid--a deep red that fades to black at the edges--calls to mind a sunburst guitar finish and is a nice chance of pace from the basic black we're used to seeing in most Netbooks.

Despite its price, if the bold colorful design of the N150 appeals to you, this is a perfectly capable Netbook at a reasonable price.

In a world where most Netbooks are glossy black bricks, the Samsung N150 at least tries to look a little different. Mixing black and burgundy, the lid reminded us a bit of the sunburst finish found on many guitars. iI looks and feels thick and bulky. However, with that you also get the sense that this is a solidly built laptop that can stand up to some serious road abuse.One of the best features of the N150 is its matte screen finish, which is a rarity on Netbooks (or consumer laptops of any size), so if you're very sensitive to screen glare, it could be a deal clincher.