Disney and Asus Announce a Kid-Friendly Netbook

Netbooks have come into favor due to their compact size and accessible pricing. These mini laptops are designed primarily for browsing the Web, checking email and light word-processing use. The hold particular appeal for anyone who travels or totes their laptop around regularly.

Disney Netpal by Asus in Princess Pink Photo Courtesy of Disney Consumer Products

Now, your kids can have a netbook of their own. Disney Consumer Products and Eee PC Netbook manufacturer, Asus, are coming together with the Disney Netpal by Asus. The little laptops are designed to be durable, as well as safe and appropriate for young people.

Key features of the Disney Netpal by Asus will include:

• A spill-proof keyboard
• Rugged design
• Customizable desktop design with Disney characters
• A variety of parental controls, such as time limiting and an approved website list
• A collection of special applications for kids, including email, browsers, photo/music managers and games
• Built-in camera
• SD/MMC card reader
• Wi-Fi capabilities
• 8.9" display
• Windows XP home
• 1.6GHz Intel Processor, 1GB RAM, 3 USB ports

The Netpal, which will be available in "Princess Pink" and "Magic Blue," is expected to retail at about $350. Look for the Disney Netpal by Asus in late July.

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