Excellent machine for newbies. If you are looking for value for money just go for it. You will not find any product like this in this price range. Battery back up is good almost long last for a full length movie without a hassle. Ideal for general daily tasks both domestic as well as office.
Though a little bit slow for high end gaming but still you can play most games without any lag.You can argue that 512 MB of ram is not so fast but trust me it is sufficient for your all daily general requirement. Screen size is also good and resolution is too good for this range. 3g connectivity is also a big advantage. So if you are planning to buy a mini laptop just go for it.