This guy is a real twin to the original. The only difference from the original Acer machine, so far as we can tell, is the choice of processor. The 'Digital Fashion' packs a 1.6GHz VIA C7-M at it's heart, coupled with a the VIA VX800 chipset. The screen is the standard 8.9" TFT with a 1024 x 600 resolution, 160GB hard drive and 1GB of RAM. Even the keyboard looks the real deal.

The netbook market is still showing growth in certain global regions, and China is one of those regions. It wouldn't surprise me if this Digital Fashion A10 was touted as being identical in every way back in its native Shenzen. Not having an Intel sticker on the front might not be such a big deal to a generation of youngsters brought up on mobile phones. And those that know their stuff may actually prefer a Chinese-made CPU. Never underestimate Chinese pride my man.

Western Opportunity Analysis:

Here's the original, just for reference purposes.

Conclusion

I'd take one for sure if it were priced right. With a decent battery, you'll be able to carry it around all day and do your web surfing etc. And at these prices, if it gets stolen or you drop it, your not going to cry your leg off. Ah...real netbooks, at real netbook prices. Those were the days.....

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