When it comes to netbooks, Windows and Linux are not the only games in town. That’s why the idea behind Acer’s latest netbook is so exciting. Instead of having to jump through hoops to set up a dual boot system on your netbook, Acer has already done the work for you. Acer AOD250-1613 Dual Boot Netbook is a brand new device from Acer that allows you to boot your netbook with Android or Windows XP. So whether you are looking to get the same old Windows feeling on your netbook or use Google Android as your main OS, Acer AOD250-1613 has you covered.

That’s not all. Acer’s latest netbook is pretty energy efficient as well. Getting 9 hours of battery life from a netbook is not something to easily ignore. The CPU has been upgraded to N280 as well, so you get a more speedy processor to go with your Android netbook (see the detailed specs after the break).

• 10.1-inch LED-backlit CrystalBrite screen
• Unique dual-boot operating system
• 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N280 processor
• Up to 9 hours of battery life
• Multi-gesture Touchpad
• 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM)
• 1 GB DDR2 RAM (533 MHz; 2 GB maximum capacity)
• Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 video processor
• Crystal Eye webcam
• 84-key keyboard, 89 percent of standard-size with 12 function keys, WLAN switch
• 54g Wi-Fi (802.11b/g)
• Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity
• VGA video output
• Stereo speakers and optimized Dolby Headphone technology for 5.1-channel audio
• Dimensions: 10.17 x 8.04 x 1 inches (WxDxH)
• Weight: 2.79 pounds

I would have loved to see wireless N capability on this latest netbook. And when are these netbooks going to come with 2 GB of RAM. You can always upgrade for $30 or so, but wouldn’t it be much easier if someone offered it from the get go. Nevertheless, a thin Android netbook ought to give netbook fans more options. The device is affordable too, shipping for $349.99 (on Amazon).