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Back in September, I examined the first reviews of Ubuntu Netbook Remix on the Dell Inspiron Mini. Ubuntu Netbooks Remix looked like it had a promising future, even at that early point, since every review I found was positive about the software. More recently, HP’s Mini 1000 Mi has arrived and a few reviews have shown up. Again, the signs are looking good for Ubuntu Netbook Remix, which the HP Mini’s custom Linux OS is based on.
Engadget looked at the HP Mini Mi before it was released when it was called MIE. Regarding the software, they concluded that the Mini was “delivering Linux in one of the most user-friendly packages yet.” They did say it could be a bit limiting for power users, but that is to be expected of any simple interface.
Notebook Review also liked the custom Linux OS quite a bit. They said they “prefer this UI to both Windows (XP, Vista and 7) and OS X for basic computing tasks.” Again, they had a few complaints, but, overall, it was a very positive review, which is definitely a good sign.
In addition to these, I received some feedback from a reader recently that Toshiba’s netbook came with Ubuntu and was quite good.
All of these reviews seem to point towards Ubuntu Netbook Remix, perhaps modified by the manufacturer, as one of the essential ingredients for a great netbook. I am really glad to see this, since I have never thought highly of the Linux OSs that came before it. Now I just wish Asus would pick up on Ubuntu.
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great job HP and i love how they replaced the windows key with the HP key:
http://www.notebookreview.com/shared/picture.asp?f=40493
>”Now I just wish Asus would pick up on Ubuntu.”
the asus interface is not bad, but installing extra programs can be a pain on xandros for new users (and getting help/support is not that easy either)
+1 for ubuntu