Jan 13, 2009 10:57 ET
Lenovo Goes On Offense with Consumer Desktop PC Triple Option
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. --(Business Wire)-- Jan 13, 2009
Lenovo today announced three new desktop PCs aimed at satisfying the
computing appetites of the entire family. First on the list is the IdeaCentre
K220 desktop, an all around, top-flight performer that runs 16
percent faster than the previous generation IdeaCentre K210 desktop1.
The IdeaCentre K220 desktop comes with Intel® Core™ 2 Quad
processors2, up to 4GB of DDR3 memory, supports high
definition graphics and DX10 as well as an optional Blu-ray Disc™ drive.
All these features make for an explosive interactive and entertainment
computing experience.
The IdeaCentre K220 desktop features Lenovo’s signature VeriFace facial
recognition technology, allowing each member of the family to use his or
her facial image as the log-on password. A web camera and monitor,
purchased separately, are required for VeriFace functionality. The K220
desktop also has Bright Vision technology that helps to reduce eye
strain. Bright Vision automatically adjusts the screen’s brightness
based on the user’s proximity and surrounding light conditions. Bright
Vision utilizes the Bright Vision software and a Bright Eye camera that
can be attached to one of two Lenovo monitors that are purchased
separately3. Lenovo includes the software and camera package
on select models.
The IdeaCentre
K230 desktop adds to the new consumer desktop portfolio as a logical
choice for a powerful desktop with high-end, memory-demanding functions
such as 64-bit Windows Vista and up to 8GB of DDR2 memory. Lenovo
designed the K220 desktop to be ideal for watching video and equipped
the K230 desktop for both editing and watching video. The IdeaCentre
K230 desktop features an Intel® Core ™ 2 Quad processor4, an
optional Blu-Ray Disc™ drive and optional support for high definition
graphics and DX105.
The Lenovo H200 desktop rounds out the lineup as a low cost and high
value PC designed for customers on a budget who need to read email,
browse the Internet, view pictures and video and perform other basic
computing applications. The H200 desktop is Lenovo’s first desktop to
utilize the low power Intel®Atom™ processor. Additionally, the H200
desktop features a fan-less design, helping make it Lenovo’s quietest
consumer desktop.
The IdeaCentre K220, K230 and Lenovo H200 desktops include the Lenovo
Rescue System, featuring OneKey™ Recovery, a tool used to recover
information and restore the system without losing files.
Pricing and Availability6
The IdeaCentre K220 and K230 desktops start at $449 and $499,
respectively. Both will be available beginning January 20. The Lenovo
H200 desktop comes bundled with the ThinkVision L195 Wide LCD monitor
and starts at $399.99 beginning January 10. The desktops will be
available through business partners and www.lenovo.com.
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.
1 Based on PC Mark Vantage testing. Tests run three times in
succession with average score of the three tests taken. Testing
conducted in Lenovo laboratories between IdeaCentre K220 configured as
Intel Q6600 CPU, 4MB DDR3 1066Mhz, integrated HD graphics, 500GB SATA
HDD and IdeaCentre K210 configured as Intel Q6600 CPU, 3MB DDR2 800Mhz,
integrated graphics, 500GB SATA HDD.
2 Other processor options are available.
3 In the US, either Lenovo ThinkVision monitor L195 or
ThinkVision monitor L222 must be used for Bright Vision to function.
4 Other processor options are available.
5 Support for high definition graphics and DX10 is not
available on all models.
6 Prices 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 Media Relations
Kristy Fair, 919-257-6329; krisfair@lenovo.com