Hands on - Asus Eee PC 1008HA Seashell netbook

Earlier today we popped along to London’s Design Museum, where Taiwanese manufacturer Asus was showing its latest kit. Along with the Eee PC T91 and Eee PC 1000 HE netbooks, we also got the chance to see one of the company’s upcoming products – the Eee PC Seashell netbook.

Also known as the Eee PC 1008HA, this tiny machine looks set to become the most desirable netbook yet, with a slimline finish that makes an Apple MacBook Air look bloated.

The internal components are yet to be finalised, but you can bet on the usual Intel Atom processor, 1024MB of memory, 1024 x 600 pixel screen and Windows XP on the first available models.

It’s the design where the Eee PC Seashell really stands out, however, with an incredibly attractive clamshell finish that puts its rivals to shame. We also found the keyboard highly usable, making the 1008HA a great proposition.

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In order to further differentiate the 1008HA from other netbooks, Asus is adding a host of proprietary software as standard, looking to provide enhanced usability that will appeal to all types of user.

Prices have yet to be confirmed, but the Seashell will go on sale within the next three months. Keep an eye out here over the next couple of weeks for a full review.