07/12/2010

The Ultimate Ubuntu Ultramobile Has Officially Launched -- ZaReason's Prime Laptop

For all the people who have been anxiously waiting, the Terra HD is now officially launched.

Features:

• 11.6" 1366x768 LCD with LED backlight
• Brushed aluminum lid
• Intel Atom N450 1.66 GHz CPU
• Intel HD graphics
• 640x480 Webcam
• Draft-N WIFI
• Optional internal 3G modem for mobile broadband connectivity virtually anywhere (cellular service not included, works best with AT&T). Speeds up to 2 Mbps and higher.
  • HSDPA/UMTS: 850/1900/2100 MHz
  • GPRS: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• Size: 11.1" x 7.6" x 1.1"
• Full size keys
• 2.9 lbs.
• 6 to nearly 8 hours of battery life
  

Ports:

• 3 USB ports
• 3-in-1 memory card reader (SD/MMC/MS supported)
• VGA port
• Ethernet port
• Headphone and mic jacks

About a month ago, we soft-launched it, before the suspend / hibernate bug was fixed. Every single customer who bought it was well-aware that there was one remaining bug. The reason we let them have it is because people were begging, "Please, I don't care about suspend and hibernate! Just let me buy it!" So, we did and there is a core of happy pre-release customers. They trusted we would fixed it and we did.

Now, the bug is officially squashed thanks in large part (massively large part) to the highly talented Canonical crew.

The Terra HD has been tested and analyzed more than any other laptop we have launched. Feel free to order it and let it give you the smooth and easy computing experience it is built to give.

Feel free to order at zareason.com

Any questions?
orders@zareason.com
techsupport@zareason.com
510-868-5000

Enjoy!

--the team at ZaReason: Cathy, Earl, Kory, Jei, Aaron, Courtney, Mark, Velda, Sariann, Arik, and occasionally Vincent (a better About page with our pics coming soon)

07/02/2010

Improvements in Linux-Only Hardware (plus Free Shipping from ZaReason)

We started shipping systems with 10.04 on the day of its release and we have been over-the-top pleased with it, to the point that we have been doing customer call backs: "Are you sure you don't have any tech support issues?" Computing has never been so smooth.

In honor of July 4, we are doing FREE SHIPPING (UPS Ground) on all computers until the clock strikes midnight PST on the 4th. Just thought we'd mention it. Coupon code "indyday" at checkout.

Now, the improvements in hardware:
The Teo has been a record hit, far more than we imagined. Our other little one, the Terra HD, rocked the recent LinuxFest, the SELF event. We had a hard time getting our demo model back.

Our MediaBox, a small form factor, with room for a TV Tuner or Nvidia dedicated graphics card is apparently making people happy. The Intel i3/i5 processor has plenty of power for all your media processing needs.

We have a full line-up now but will keep the bragging to just three new goodies. Thanks for keeping us on your radar!
The goods: www.zareason.com
Questions? orders@zareason.com

06/17/2010

$50 off laptop or desktop

We are having a $50 off special in honor of Father's Day, but you can use the coupon code for any purpose.

The two systems showcased for Father's Day are:

Strata Pro 13 It's quiet; it's powerful; it's light; it's cool; it's everything a laptop should be. For $50 off enter coupon code: ZA-DAD-LAPTOPS when checking out.

Limbo 7110 It's a powerhorse for the long-term. Intel i7 quad-core CPU, DVI video out. The Hyper-threaded CPU provides 8 threads of processing power. Triple-channel DDR3 memory provides plenty of bandwidth to keep the 8 virtual cores busy. It's big; it's quiet; and it's screamin' fast. For $50 off enter coupon code: ZA-DAD-DESK when checking out.

The ZaReason Father's Day special is running from now until the end of Father's Day, June 20th, midnight PST.

If you have questions, let us know: orders@zareason.com or call 510-868-5000. If you are trying to order in time for Father's Day delivery, please let us know so we can work hyperspeed to meet your needs.

Thanks!

06/04/2010

Dad wants a Linux laptop -- $50 incentive!

There are few things sweeter than hearing a new-to-Linux user say, "Wow, this is easier than I thought it would be." In case you have a Dad in your life who is ready to upgrade to a Linux laptop or desktop, we have a Father's Day special running from now until the end of Father's Day, June 20th, midnight PST.

The two systems showcased for Father's Day are:
Strata Pro 13 It's quiet; it's powerful; it's light; it's cool; it's everything you would want in a laptop to make your life easier. It even supports a docking station so Dad can take his laptop with him during the day then plunk it down at night to easily integrate with his home desk. He can have full flexibility without the fuss.

For $50 off the Strata Pro 13, enter coupon code: ZA-DAD-LAPTOP when checking out.

Limbo 7110 for the Dad who wants a big, impressive machine that will be a powerhorse long-term. The Limbos, the "how low can you go" machines, have been wildly popular over the years. It has been our best seller and from the feedback we have received from customers, it appears to be our most loved system for new users. It's big; it's quiet; and it's screamin' fast.

For $50 off the Limbo 7110, enter coupon code: ZA-DADS-DESK when checking out.

To clarify for our wonderfully honest customers, you don't actually have to gift the computer to your Dad in order to get the discount. You can get the computer just for yourself, or get 20 of them for work, or get one for... just about anybody.

As always, let us know if you have questions: orders@zareason.com

05/31/2010

A Linux Memorial

The purpose of Memorial Day is to remember those who fought for our freedom. What more fitting time to get a new Linux computer?

For this Memorial Day we're having a Memory Upgrade sale. In the coupon code slot please put:

MEMFLASH – if you want a free 4 GB Flash Drive

MEMUP – if you want a free upgrade to two gigs for systems that come with only one gig.

Use one of these coupon codes when purchasing a computer and enjoy the extra goodness of having access to computers optimized only for Linux.

It seems fitting to have a Memorial Day for Linux. Memorial Day was originally started to honor those who fought against slavery in the US Civil War. The holiday was then expanded to cover other battles, but the origin? A struggle to assert the concept that we are FREE.

04/05/2010

Linux is making this too easy -- from ZaReason

Linux is making this too easy... Our new laptop, the Teo, has 8 hour battery life (eight hours!) and it is a zippy little powerhorse. It has double the memory of most ultraportables. Most have G WiFi, the Teo has N WiFi. The Teo supports the latest and greatest Intel N450 processor for fast and energy efficient durability. The full list of specs is below.

When choosing our next ultraportable, we wanted to go high-end but still keep the price affordable. The Teo price is in the range of the iPad and the JooJoo, but the Teo beats them in nearly every aspect of functionality. That said, we want to make sure our loyal customers who are very careful with their budgets can access the Teo if they want to purchase one. So, we are extending a temporary sale to newsletter subscribers that brings the price from $459 to $399. Use coupon code TEO-ROCKS. The sale is only from now until this Saturday, April 10th at 12 midnight PST.

Whether you want to wait for 10.04 or go with 9.10 now, the Teo is a steal this week. If I didn't already have one, I would be ordering one too.

As always, let us know if you have any questions.

Best,

--Cathy Malmrose, CEO at ZaReason, Inc.
www.zareason.com

Teo Specs
Processor Intel® Atom™ N450 Processor (embedded), 1.66GHz Chipset Intel® NM10 Express
Graphics & Video Module Intel® GMA 3150 (shared system memory)
Main Memory 1GB on board and 1GB on SO-DIMM Total 2GB DDR2 667MHz RAM included
Display 10" Non-glare WSVGA (1024 x 600)
Hard Disk Drive 160GB SATA HDD included
LAN 10/100 LAN x 1
Wireless LAN WLAN 11b/g/n included
Webcam 1.3 mega pixels
I/O Ports
• Monitor (VGA) : 15 pin D-Sub x 1
• USB 2.0 : 3
• MIC-in : 1
• Headphone out : 1
• LAN jack (RJ45) : 1
Audio
• Intel HD Audio
• Speakers: 2
• Internal Microphone x 1
Battery Pack 6-cell Battery included
AC Adapter 19V DC, 40W/Input: 100~240V AC, 50/60Hz universal
Dimensions 10.2" x 7.1" x 1.5" (with a 6-cell Battery)
Weight 2.8 lbs. (with a 6-cell battery)

03/24/2010

Celebrating Ada Lovelace Day through Free Gear at ZaReason

In honor of Ada Lovelace (the first female programmer) Day, we are offering our Friends Help Friends Use Linux shirt for free with any order (other than badge orders). Please use coupon code ADA when you check out.

The sale is valid until 12 midnight PST Friday March 26th when we switch from celebrating Ada to celebrating our new ultralight Ubuntu laptop that sports 8 hr battery life. It will be launched before Monday morning, March 29th.

Best,

--the team at ZaReason
www.zareason.com
 

02/06/2010

Verix 1565 15" Ubuntu laptop released

The Verix 1565 15.4" 1680x1050 Ubuntu laptop is now available. With the Intel Core i7 hyper-threaded quad-core processor and Nvidia GTS 250M dedicated graphics yet weighing only 6 lbs, this is the lightest most powerful laptop ever.

01/08/2010

Strata 3660

The Strata 3660 is now available. The bright HD 15.6" 1366x768 screen is matched with an ATI HD4650 dedicated graphics processor.