May 12, 2009 08:31 ET
New Lenovo Netbook Steps Ups Design for Extra Portability and Style
Built Thinner and Lighter, Packed with Latest Entertainment and
Wireless Connectivity Technologies
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. --(Business Wire)-- May 12, 2009
Lenovo today announced the IdeaPad S10-2 netbook to give online
enthusiasts, social networkers and mobile consumers the latest in
connectivity, entertainment and performance features to keep them better
connected and enjoying their computing experience anytime, anywhere. The
new IdeaPad S10-2 netbook gives consumers even cooler netbook features –
models with 3G connectivity1 and 2, the rich sound of Dolby
headphone technology for music and movies and long battery life. Lenovo
also made the IdeaPad S10-2 netbook thinner and lighter than the
previous IdeaPad
S10 netbook, and packaged the netbook in an expressive, colorful new
ring pattern design.
“With the netbook scene rapidly changing, consumers are telling us they
want to merge the capabilities of their most commonly used sources of
electronic entertainment, such as digital photographs, online TV, music
and social networks all into one portable and affordable device,” said
Dion Weisler, vice president, Business Operations, Idea Product Group,
Lenovo. “We’ve incorporated that feedback into our new IdeaPad S10-2
netbook, giving consumers around the world more ways to connect with
options for wireless connectivity, a more portable and expressive design
and entertainment-packed features.”
Slimming Down on Size and Pumping Up Performance
With consumers becoming more mobile today, thin and light laptop design
matters, and saving space counts. Starting at just over two pounds and
measuring less than an inch thick, the new IdeaPad S10-2 netbook is
setting the bar higher in portability and affordability. Lenovo also
revamped the IdeaPad S10-2 netbook with a modern and sophisticated ring
pattern on the top cover for a distinct look personalized in grey, pink,
white or black.
While slimming down the netbook’s size for increased portability, Lenovo
outfitted the netbook for usability by giving it a larger keyboard over
previous models. Lenovo made the netbook’s keyboard nearly 90 percent
the size of a standard keyboard to give users an improved typing
experience closer to that of a familiar, full-function laptop. The
netbook also has identically sized and balanced shift keys on both sides
of the keyboard. Lenovo made the netbook’s touchpad larger and more
comfortable to use, and the netbook now comes with three USB ports for
greater expandability, a 4-in-1 card reader for flexibility in using
different multimedia tools and up to six hours of battery life3
to keep up with consumers’ mobile lifestyles. The IdeaPad S10-2
netbook’s battery saving software helps it achieve up to 30 percent more
battery life than before.
Making Internet and Entertainment “On Demand”
Consumers can now go online “on demand” with their netbook anywhere1
with a host of wireless connectivity options to surf the Internet, email
or chat at home or on the go. A great online experience and a great
entertainment experience go hand-in-hand. Lenovo equipped the IdeaPad
S10-2 netbook with Dolby Headphone technology to amplify customers’
audio experience. Users can wear any set of headphones to hear surround
sound audio from 5.1 channels of sound. For individuals who demand “on
demand” functionality, the netbook lets them use their favorite
applications quickly with Lenovo QuickStart. From this application,
users can listen to music, view photos, send instant messages or even
make Skype calls without waiting for their operating system to boot.
Users are also only one click away from Lenovo
Social, a website designed to help get them up to speed on social
networking.
“On demand” users will also enjoy VeriFace facial recognition
technology, letting them log into the PC with their face instead of
having to remember lengthy passwords. A built-in web camera can be used
to record video messages or conduct web calls, making the netbook the
one device for connectivity, entertainment and extreme PC portability.
Extreme portability means taking extra steps to help protect data. With
Lenovo’s OneKey™ Rescue System consumers can recover their data if it
becomes corrupted in just a few simple steps. The tool can also be
configured to run virus scanning before entering the main operating
system to restore damaged files and allow users to back up and recover
their data. Additionally, the netbook offers added performance with the
latest Intel Atom processor technology, a 10.1 inch LED screen and
plenty of hard drive storage.
Pricing and Availability4
The IdeaPad S10-2 netbook will be available beginning at the end of May
on www.lenovo.com
and through business partners beginning at the end of June. Models start
at $349.
About Lenovo
Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) is dedicated to building exceptionally
engineered personal computers. Lenovo’s business model is built on
innovation, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction as well as
a focus on investment in emerging markets. Formed by Lenovo Group’s
acquisition of the former IBM Personal Computing Division, the company
develops, manufactures and markets reliable, high-quality, secure and
easy-to-use technology products and services worldwide. Lenovo has major
research centers in Yamato, Japan; Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen,
China; and Raleigh, North Carolina. For more information see www.lenovo.com.
1WWAN Service Providers: Requires separate agreement with
select third party service provider, and is subject to credit approval
and applicable service agreement/terms, rate plan and coverage maps of
the provider. Service is available in select metropolitan markets, not
available in all areas. Service provider, not Lenovo, is solely
responsible for service. Lenovo customers may be contacted after
purchase to activate service. Special credit and tenure restrictions and
additional charges may apply to international roaming. A network
connection, third-party software, additional hardware, and/or
subscription to a third-party service may be required for certain
solutions/applications. Additional restrictions apply. Models to be
available in summer 2009.
2This device has not been authorized as required by the rules
of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may
not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until
authorization has been obtained.
3With a 6-cell battery.
4Prices do not include tax or shipping and are subject to
change without notice and is tied to specific terms and conditions.
Reseller prices may vary. Price does not include all advertised
features. All offers subject to availability. Lenovo reserves the right
to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice.
Lenovo
Kristy Fair, 919-257-6329
krisfair@lenovo.com