Gecko EduBook Runs On 8 x AA Batteries

Now and then, a manufacturer comes along and tries to do something unique with a netbook release and this little low-cost Gecko EduBook netbook from NorhTec, aimed at the student / kid crowd, is really special, if you can get past it’s bland looks.

What’s unique about this Gecko netbook:

• CPU is upgradable.
• Uses Xcore86, which is a complete computer, on a single small chip, compatible with x86 OSes, so it runs Windows.
• Internal SD Card slot, as well as external.
• Internal USB ports with plenty of room for big dongles.
• Runs on 8x AA batteries for 4 hours, or you can configure a Li-ion battery for 6 hours.
• Power brick built into the netbook, so no need for power brick.
• Skinnable, slide in photos under the lid.
• Fanless, silent

Specs: 8.9” 1024 x 600 Display, 1GHz Xcore86 Device on Chip, 256-1GB RAM, VGA port, 3x USB (external), 1x USB (internal).

Prices start at less than $200 for the base configuration.

Read the NorhTec Product PDF for more information and check out the videos of the Gecko EduBook on YouTube.

Source: Engadget.