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Lenovo S10-2 10-Inch White Netbook – 6 Cell Battery

Friday, October 15th, 2010
[ReviewAZON asin="B002DW8YFQ"]Small on the outside. Big on the inside.

The IdeaPad™ S10-2 Netbook is just over an inch thin and only 2.65 pounds, but comes packed with features like VeriFace™ Facial Recognition Technology, OneKey™ Rescue System and stereo speakers with Dolby® Headphone™ technology. But the coolest feature of all is the QuickStart button that lets you access your music, pictures, games and the web, even before the Windows loads. So flip open this ultra-small netbook and discover a powerhouse of unique features. Best of all, it’s from Lenovo, makers of the award-winning ThinkPad.


IdeaPad™ S10-2 Netbook Key Features

S10-2 front view

  • Thin and light: Just over an inch thick and only 2.65 pounds.
  • 10.1-inch widescreen, glossy display with LED backlight.
  • Battery life: Up to 6 hours with 6 cell battery

  • Get online in seconds with Quick Start ‘instant on’ function
  • OneKey™ Rescue System for easy data recovery & backup
  • VeriFace™ Facial Recognition for convenient login
  • Stereo speakers with Dolby® Headphone technology
  • Multi-touch Touchpad
  • 89% Full Size Keyboard
  • Integrated web cam for quick and easy video messaging.
  • 3 USB 2.0 ports
  • 4-in-1 card reader
  • VGA outlet for external monitor



Tiny technology

Intel Atom Powered by an Intel® Atom™ Processor to offer lower power consumption and reliable performance at an affordable price. The epitome of efficiency. Powerful Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator easily handles your image processing needs whether you’re managing family photos or creating impressive presentations.

Display

Display The IdeaPad S10-2’s energy efficient 10.1-inch LED backlit WXGA screen is roomy enough for movie watching, web surfing or even getting a little homework done.

Mult-touch pad

Multi-touch pad The S10-2 features a multi-touch pad that allows you to enlarge, reduce and edit images by drawing with your fingers. And, its nearly full-sized keyboard adds to its ease of use.

Stay connected

Stay connected Experience more and get more out of life with easy portability and flexible connectivity options. The S10-2 makes it easy to get connected and stay connected on the road, at home and everywhere in between.

Eco-smart and Energy Star® compliant

Eco-smart and Energy Star compliant The S10-2 has many earth-friendly attributes such as a mercury-free design, energy management software, and is Energy Star® compliant, meaning this netbook attests to their superior energy efficiency. This lowers operating costs, but it also means less overall energy use and reduced heat emissions.

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Lenovo S10e Atom N270 1.60 GHz Intel Atom Netbook

Thursday, October 14th, 2010
[ReviewAZON asin="B001H9AK0I"]Lenovo’s IdeaPad S10e isn’t just the S10 rebranded for the education market; it offers some features its successful predecessor doesn’t, including a Quick Start OS and a long-lasting six-cell battery. If you’re charged with buying a notebooks for a K-12 one-to-one laptop program or want a secondary computer for the home that the kids can use, the S10e, at $429, is a strong contender.[/ReviewAZON]

Toshiba Mini NB205-N330BN 10.1-Inch Sable Brown Netbook – 9 Hours of Battery Life (Windows 7 Starter)

Thursday, October 14th, 2010
[ReviewAZON asin="B002OEBIJM"]Our affordable, super-compact 10.1-inch diagonal Toshiba mini NB205 is a stylish companion PC that raises the bar when it comes to portability. It’s also the first mini notebook that lets you enjoy all the benefits of today’s fast-moving digital world, putting you in touch with your favorite people, sites, networks and digital media in ways and places you never imagined. Though small enough to throw in a purse or bag, it’s designed with smart features like a full-sized keyboard and touchpad, long battery life, USB Sleep-and-Charge ports and a hard drive impact sensor that protects your data. So it picks up where smart phones leave off and makes many of today’s netbooks seem like a waste of time. What’s more, to take the worry out of taking it along, the Toshiba mini NB205 also comes with international limited warranty coverage, plus our award-winning service and support. NOTE: All Toshiba Netbooks (no matter the model) are packaged with the “NB200″ series model# on the outside of box.[/ReviewAZON]

MSI U230 Light-087 11.6-Inch Netbook – Black

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010
[ReviewAZON asin="B003OQULVA"]AMD Athlon Neo MV-40 1.6GHz, 2GB RAM, 250GB Hard Drive, Wireless 802.11 b/g/n, 1.3 MP Webcam, 3 USB, HDMI out, Headphone out, Microphone-in, VGA, RJ45[/ReviewAZON]

Toshiba Mini NB205-N311/W 10.1-Inch Frost White Netbook – 9 Hour Battery Life

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010
[ReviewAZON asin="B002BDUATU"]Small enough to throw in a purse or bag, the affordable, super-compact 10.1-inch Toshiba mini NB205 netbook–which weighs just under 3 pounds–is designed with smart features like a full-sized keyboard and touchpad, long battery life, USB Sleep-and-Charge ports and a hard drive impact sensor that protects your data. You’ll also get excellent battery life with the included six-cell battery that provides up to 9 hours of battery power–enabling you to go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge.

With up to nine hours of battery life the Toshiba mini NB205 lets you go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge (see larger image).

The distinctively styled Toshiba mini NB205-N311/W features a textured finish with a Matrix pattern in Frost White that’s sure to capture attention.

Created especially for mobile devices, Intels 1.6 GHz Atom N280 processor uses an innovative design structure and hafnium-infused circuitry that helps reduce electrical current leakage in transistors–which means longer battery life when you’re on the go. It also includes the Intel 945GSE graphics chipset, which provides browsing the internet, emailing, running basic PC applications and enjoying online digital media.

This model of the Toshiba mini NB205 (NB205-N311/W) has a distinctively styled cover in Frost White, which is accented by a textured finish with a Matrix pattern. It features a 160 GB hard disk drive, 1 GB of RAM (upgradeable to 2 GB), 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g), Bluetooth connectivity, Fast Ethernet, and a Secure Digital memory card slot. It comes preinstalled with the Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system, which offers more experienced users an enhanced and innovative experience that incorporates Windows Live features like Windows Live Messenger for instant messaging and Windows Live Mail for consolidated email accounts on your desktop.

Key Features

  • 10.1-inch LED backlit widescreen display (1024 x 600-pixel resolution) provides richer colors and clearer definition–perfect for browsing the internet
  • 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N280 processor combines performance and efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile (Learn more)
  • 160 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM) with an impact sensor that helps safeguard your data by “parking” the hard drive heads in the event of a drop or sudden movement. (Learn more)
  • 1 GB of RAM (800 MHz; 1 memory slot; upgradeable to 2 GB)
  • Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA950 with up to 251 MB of dynamically allocated shared graphics memory
  • Webcam (0.3 megapixels) integrated into the bezel for easy video chats and teleconferencing
  • Three USB Sleep-and-Charge ports allow you to charge your mobile phone and other devices even when the notebook is asleep or off.
  • Full-sized keyboard (85 keys)
  • Integrated Wi-Fi networking (802.11b.g) so you can communicate, browse and share while on the move
  • Bluetooth connectivity for syncing smartphones and using headphone for online video chats and Internet telephony.
  • Fast Ethernet wired networking (10/100)
  • Built-in mono speaker
  • Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system
  • Up to 9 hours of battery life from included 6-cell battery
  • Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.6 x 1.27 inches (WxDxH)
  • Weight: 2.93 pounds
  • Environmentally focused with RoHS compatibility (reducing its environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances), Energy Star 5.0 compliant, and EPEAT Gold compliant
  • Warranty: 1 year warranty with international limited warranty coverage

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
This Toshiba mini NB205 notebook has an integrated 54g wireless LAN (Atheros) that’s compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g networks as well as Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1 + EDR), which enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and mobile phones. It offers the following ports:

  • 3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals–from digital cameras to MP3 players
  • Analog video output: 1 VGA
  • Memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), and MultiMediaCard (MMC)
  • 1 headphone jack, 1 microphone jack
  • 10/100 Fast Ethernet

The right side of the NB205.

The left side of the NB205.

The front of the NB205.

What’s in the box
This package contains the Toshiba mini NB205-N311/W netbook, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions.

It also comes with the following software: Norton Internet Security 2009, Microsoft Works 9, Windows Media Player, Google Toolbar, Toshiba PC Health Monitor

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Power-Sipping Processor

The Intel Atom processor uses a design structure that packs in 47 million transistors into a single chip sized at just 22mm (0.87 inches), and it uses just 2.5 watts of power–less than 1/10 of the 35 watts used by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor–for excellent battery management. This 1.66 GHz Atom N280 processor also includes a power-optimized front side bus of 533 MHz for faster data transfer on demanding mobile applications and a 512 KB L2 cache (which temporarily stores data).


Hard Drive Protection

While the highly portable nature of mini-notebooks exposes them to the knocks and bumps that are an inevitable feature of life on the move, the Toshiba mini NB205 features a 3D-accelerometer monitoring system that detects freefalls, shocks and vibrations and protects the integrated HDD to secure against the loss of any personal data.

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Amd – Athlon – MV-40 – 1.6 Ghz – 1 Gb – 160 Gb – 11.6 Inch – Tft Active Matrix -

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010
[ReviewAZON asin="B00335JSZC"]TOPSELLER X100E MV40 160GB 1GB SYST11.6IN W7HP LED CAM[/ReviewAZON]

Toshiba Mini NB305-N440BN 10.1-Inch Java Brown Netbook (8 Hour Battery Life)

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010
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Enjoy the lighter, brighter side of mobility with the affordable, super-compact Toshiba Mini NB305-N440BN, which weighs less than 3 pounds, is small enough to throw in a purse or bag, and has a brightly colorful 10.1-inch LED-backlit screen. Offering a durable textured finish and cover in Java Brown, it features a full-size keyboard for comfortable typing and a larger touchpad with Multi-Touch Control, which enables you to navigate documents, web pages and images more easily.

With up to 8.75 hours of battery life, the Toshiba Mini NB305 offers a full day of computing without a recharge (see larger image).

Brilliantly styled in Java Brown (see larger image).

The NB305 features a comfortable full-size keyboard, plus a full-size touchpad with multi-touch capabilities (see larger image).

Combining the power of the latest Intel Atom N455 processor and NM10 Express chipset with a six-cell battery for up to 8.75 hours of battery power, you’ll be able to go through an entire day of school, work or errands without worrying about a recharge. The battery pack is neatly hidden under the casing of the netbook to preserve its sleek, ergonomic design.

The 250 GB hard disk drive is protected using an integrated 3D impact sensor which detects freefalls, shocks and vibrations. The Toshiba Mini also features a USB Sleep-and-Charge port, which allows external USB devices such as mobile phones and personal media players to charge from the netbook even when it is turned off. Other features include fast DDR3 RAM, an integrated webcam, and a mono speaker.

This Toshiba Mini comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Starter operating system (32-bit version).

Key Features

  • 10.1-inch LED backlit widescreen display (1024 x 600-pixel resolution) provides richer colors and clearer definition–perfect for browsing the Internet.
    Learn More

  • 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N455 processor (512 KB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB) combines performance and energy efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile.
    Learn More

  • 250 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
    Learn More

  • 1 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (667 MHz; expandable to 2 GB)
    Learn More

  • Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 video processor with up to 250 MB dynamically allocated shared graphics memory.
    Learn More

  • Wireless Connectivity
    • With its integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking capabilities, this laptop provides up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range using 802.11n-compatible routers as you would with 802.11g networks. It’s also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found at Wi-Fi hotspots and in older home routers.
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  • Included Toshiba Software:
    • Toshiba Media Controller offers simplified media sharing. Using an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, it lets you share videos, music and pictures from the media library on your laptop with compatible devices in your home entertainment network, or with other compatible laptops and devices, like an Xbox 360 game console. And you can do it all without moving equipment, burning discs or fumbling with cables.
    • Toshiba Bulletin Board is an easy-to-use organizational and productivity app that lets you build your own personalized space on your desktop. With Toshiba Bulletin Board, you can quickly and easily manage your to-do lists and calendars, plus create your own custom work area by pinning your favorite photos, documents, links and more.
    • Toshiba ReelTime helps you cut down the time it takes to search for files. The easy-to-use app takes traditional text-based file structures one step further to help you find what you’re looking for more quickly. Accessible from your taskbar, it shows you a visual timeline of your recently accessed files–using graphical thumbnails–so you can easily identify and get to your files faster.
      Learn More

  • Included Toshiba Utilities:
    • USB Sleep and Charge offers a great way to keep your portable electronics powered up without requiring your laptop to be on. With this laptop’s Sleep and Charge USB port, you’ll be able to charge your smart phone, MP3 player, and other portable electronics–all without having to keep your laptop awake.
    • Hard Drive Impact Sensor takes the worry out of taking your most important files and multimedia on the go. Able to detect sudden movement along three different dimensions, the impact sensor (a complex system of hardware and software) helps safeguard your data by “parking” the hard drive heads in the event of a drop or sudden movement. And it works faster than you can blink to help protect your laptop and all-important data.
      Learn More

  • Up to 8.3 hours of battery life (6-cell battery; 48 Wh)
    Learn More

  • Dimensions & Weight: 10.47 x 7.57 x 1.43 inches (WxDxH); 2.6 pounds
    Learn More

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion

  • 3 total USB ports with left-side port offering Sleep and Charge capabilities.
  • VGA video output (analog, RGB)
  • Microphone and headphone jacks
  • Secure Digital (SD) memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital High Capacity, Multi Media Card media
  • Fast Ethernet (10/100)

What’s in the box

This package contains the Toshiba Mini NB305-N410BN notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions.

It also comes with the following software:

Norton Internet Security 2010 (30-day trial); Microsoft Works 9; Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 Edition (60-day trial); Google Toolbar; Toshiba PC Health Monitor; Toshiba Online Backup (30-day trial)

This laptop is backed by a 1-year limited hardware warranty.

Microsoft Windows 7 Starter

Microsoft Windows 7 Starter makes small notebook PCs easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do–less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. Windows 7 Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. Some features include:

  • Features like Jump Lists, Pin, Snap, and Windows Search all make using a small notebook PC simple and easy
  • Joining home networks with other PCs running Windows 7 is easy and simple
  • Connecting to printers and devices is easier than ever
  • Supports the latest hardware and software
  • Internet Explorer 8 improves the safety of web browsing

Environmental Specifications

  • Energy Star 5.0 certified
  • Gold EPEAT designation for meeting standards to help reduce its environmental impact.
  • RoHS compliant effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances

Learn more about Toshiba’s environmental commitment.

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25th Anniversary of Toshiba Laptops

This year, Toshiba celebrates its 25th anniversary of innovations and quality in the notebook PC business. Beginning with the launch of the Toshiba T1100, the world’s first clamshell-type, fully functional laptop PC, Toshiba has led the with such innovations as the first laptop with a color monitor in 1991 and a laptop with integrated CD-ROM drive in 1995 (followed by the addition of a DVD drive in 1998). And in 2009, Toshiba unveiled the world’s first ultraportable laptop with 512GB solid state drive.

Today, Toshiba continues to be a leader in eco-friendly manufacturing, with virtually all of its consumer laptops earning EPEAT Gold status for meeting standards that help reduce overall environmental impact.

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Lenovo S10-2 10-Inch Pink Netbook – 6 Cell Battery

Monday, October 11th, 2010
[ReviewAZON asin="B002H33MO4"]Small on the outside. Big on the inside.

The IdeaPad™ S10-2 Netbook is just over an inch thin and only 2.65 pounds, but comes packed with features like VeriFace™ Facial Recognition Technology, OneKey™ Rescue System and stereo speakers with Dolby® Headphone™ technology. But the coolest feature of all is the QuickStart button that lets you access your music, pictures, games and the web, even before the Windows loads. So flip open this ultra-small netbook and discover a powerhouse of unique features. Best of all, it’s from Lenovo, makers of the award-winning ThinkPad.


IdeaPad™ S10-2 Netbook Key Features

S10-2 front view

  • Thin and light: Just over an inch thick and only 2.65 pounds.
  • 10.1-inch widescreen, glossy display with LED backlight.
  • Battery life: Up to 6 hours with 6 cell battery

  • Get online in seconds with Quick Start ‘instant on’ function
  • OneKey™ Rescue System for easy data recovery & backup
  • VeriFace™ Facial Recognition for convenient login
  • Stereo speakers with Dolby® Headphone technology
  • Multi-touch Touchpad
  • 89% Full Size Keyboard
  • Integrated web cam for quick and easy video messaging.
  • 3 USB 2.0 ports
  • 4-in-1 card reader
  • VGA outlet for external monitor



Tiny technology

Intel Atom Powered by an Intel® Atom™ Processor to offer lower power consumption and reliable performance at an affordable price. The epitome of efficiency. Powerful Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator easily handles your image processing needs whether you’re managing family photos or creating impressive presentations.

Display

Display The IdeaPad S10-2’s energy efficient 10.1-inch LED backlit WXGA screen is roomy enough for movie watching, web surfing or even getting a little homework done.

Mult-touch pad

Multi-touch pad The S10-2 features a multi-touch pad that allows you to enlarge, reduce and edit images by drawing with your fingers. And, its nearly full-sized keyboard adds to its ease of use.

Stay connected

Stay connected Experience more and get more out of life with easy portability and flexible connectivity options. The S10-2 makes it easy to get connected and stay connected on the road, at home and everywhere in between.

Eco-smart and Energy Star® compliant

Eco-smart and Energy Star compliant The S10-2 has many earth-friendly attributes such as a mercury-free design, energy management software, and is Energy Star® compliant, meaning this netbook attests to their superior energy efficiency. This lowers operating costs, but it also means less overall energy use and reduced heat emissions.

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