The Hindu Business Line : Lenovo unveils netbooks

Lenovo has announced it is entering the ultra-portable notebook PC, or netbook market with the IdeaPad S9 and S10 netbook. The netbooks allow users to do simple activities such as connect to the Internet, check and write e-mails, listen to music and perform basic applications. About one-inch thin with models weighing just over two pounds, IdeaPad netbooks are equipped with either Microsoft Windows XP or Linux. IDC forecasts worldwide shipments of ultra-low cost notebooks rising from just 430,000 units in 2007 to 9.2 million in 2012. For easy connection to the Internet, the netbooks feature WiFi and optional Bluetooth connectivity and also have an Express Card slot for optional high speed mobile broadband connectivity. They have a built-in Web camera for video messaging, and its two USB ports and a 4-in-1 multi-card reader make connecting other devices and transferring photos, music and videos simple. Ideapad netbooks are equipped with either Microsoft Windows XP or Linux. - Our Bureau

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