Asus has published a US product page for the upcoming Eee PC T91 convertible tablet style netbook. This will be the first mini-laptop from the company with a touchscreen display that can fold down over the keyboard for use in tablet mode.

Some important features announced on the product page:

Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA website

  • Up to 5 hours of battery life
  • Size of a B5 paper, 225 by 164 mm
  • Weight is 0.96 kg
  • 8.9″ Display
  • Total internal storage is 32 Gb: A shockproof SSD drive of up to 16Gb, online storage called “Eee Storage” of 200 Gb and an expandable SSD storage slot for another 16Gb
  • Selected models support 3G+ (HSUPA) technology enabling them to be used on the go and connecting to data networks of your cellular provider.

The Eee PC T91 has an 8.9 inch, 1024 x 600 pixel display. The version that ships with Windows XP will reportedly have a resistive touchscreen, which means single-touch only. The version that ships with Windows 7 later this year will include a capacitive display capable of recognizing multiple inputs to take advantages of the gesture and multitouch support in Windows 7.

The product page:

Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA website
Eee PC T91
Fun at Your Fingertips
  • Genuine Windows® XP Home
  • Unique TouchSuite software for intuitive user experience
  • Convertible Tablet PC Form Factor for Flexibility of Use
  • B5 size and weight 0.96kg light
  • Up to 5 hours** long battery life with Super Hybrid Engine
  • Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA website Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA website
    Sleek and Stylish Portability
    Anticipating that the Eee PC™ T91 will spend a sizable amount of its time cradled in users’ arms, ASUS’ designers made sure to keep it extremely slim and light. The Eee PC™ T91 measures just 225cm by 164cm, and weighs a mere 0.96kg—making it one of the smallest and thinnest gadgets with an 8.9″ display in the world today.

    Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA website

    Intuitive TouchSuite software
    The Eee PC™ T91’s unique software applications, collectively known as TouchSuite, allow users to perform a myriad of fun tasks with their fingertips, such as touching up photos, creating photo albums, leaving handwritten desktop memos for loved ones, and sketching cartoons or custom emoticons.

    Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA website

    Touchscreen and Convertible Tablet PC Form Factor for Flexibility of Use
    The Eee PC™ T91’s tablet PC functionality makes it easy to cradle in one arm, enabling users to read documents, scribble ideas into digital notebooks and surf the Internet while traveling on foot. The Eee PC™ T91 is also equipped with a TV tuner* and Global Positioning System (GPS)* for extensive entertainment options and advanced navigation capabilities on the go.

    Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA website

    Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA website“Hybrid Storage” for Massive Storage
    The Hybrid Storage options allow users to choose between different ways to enjoy easy access to data storage on-the-go. Users can choose from: Built-in Shockproof Solid State Drive (SSD) of up to 16GB, exclusive Eee Storage of up to 20GB which allows users to upload and download their files via an intuitive drag and drop interface, and also download games, wallpapers and customized software to enhance their Eeexperience, and expandable storage via through the Disk Expander Card of 16GB.

    Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA website

    Extended Battery Life with Super Hybrid Engine
    With the exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine’s increased power efficiency, the Eee PC™ can deliver an impressively long battery lifespan—eliminating worries about power while on-the-go and easily keeps users connected for 5 hours**, unplugged computing.

    Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA website

    Asus T91 product page online at Asus USA websiteAlways-on Connectivity
    The Eee PC™ T91 is equipped with 3G plus (HSUPA) technology*, enabling high-speed Internet access anywhere. With support for 802.11n, you can now enjoy faster surfing speeds than previous a/b/g wireless standards. This allows you enjoy quick downloading and streaming of large multimedia files; and with a full range of applications, help enhance your communications and computing experience.

    * Available on selected models
    ** Actual battery life is subject to normal usage and configuration as well as model type

    * All specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers. Products may not be available in all markets.
    * PCB color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice.
    * Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies.