HP Mini 1000 MIE unboxing and first thoughts

Posted on 07 February 2009, Last updated on 10 June 2018 by

HP has been kind enough to send us a Mini 1000 MIE (Mobile Internet Edition) [Portal page] which is the HP Mini 1000 netbook running a custom Ubuntu interface that is targeted toward consumers that need a simple computing experience. Have a look at the unboxing photos below and check further down for my first impressions.

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Initial Thoughts

There are two things I noticed right away once I got the Mini 1000 MIE out of its packaging. First of all, it is really small. For a device with a 10″ screen this thing feels tiny. Second: This is a very attractive machine. This is one of the nicest looking netbooks currently on the market. If an Eee 900 is a Honda, the Mini 1000 MI is a BMW. There was lots of thought that went into the appearance of this netbook. The design is simple, but elegant, and I think that idea is reflected in the finish on the top of the lid which appears black from far away, but once you inspect it closely you see that there is a subtle graphic design that consists of lots of swirling circles. The hardware might be beautiful, but that doesn’t always necessitate impeccable function. Will the software hold up to your needs? Find the answer to this and many other questions regarding the Mini 1000 MIE as our coverage of the unit continues.

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3 Comments For This Post

  1. Steve 'Chippy' Paine says:

    HP Mini 1000 MIE unboxing and first thoughts http://www.umpcportal.com/?p=5525

  2. fab says:

    i have a HP TX2000 tablet with basically the same design (black cover and the circles). While design is not my first thing, i think HP chose a nice design path. Lots of people actually like the design and don’t feel it’s boring black or white. Design on these netbooks i think is very important, because people will want to carry these mobile devices around and show off! a nice one will attract more people than the basic black or white eee…(with all respect of course)

  3. yeye2 says:

    mmm, i dont like the battery slot. I thinks itsgona be very dificult to fit another battery but originals

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