Marks One Year Anniversary with New Collection of Trend-Setting
Entertainment-Focused PCs
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.--(Business Wire)--
Lenovo today announced the latest additions to its Idea brand of personal
computers for consumers. The new PCs push the envelope in the pursuit of thinner
and more stylish designs, and combine these attributes with unique features like
facial recognition and high-definition entertainment technologies to give
consumers a computing experience like no other. There are four new IdeaPad
laptops - the IdeaPad Y650, one of the thinnest and lightest 16-inch laptops1,
the Y550 and Y450 laptops with a similar family design to the Y650, and one of
the thinnest all-in-one desktop PCs, the IdeaCentre A6002. With the explosive
growth of social networking, Lenovo also continues to enhance its IdeaPad S10
netbook with new instant on capability, facial recognition and easy access to
Lenovo`s social networking community.
"With the launch of our global consumer Idea brand a year ago, we`ve shown the
world that PC technology can be powerful and beautiful," said Liu Jun, senior
vice president and president, Consumer Business Group, Lenovo. "This year, we
will keep pushing the limits of good design, balancing form and function, as
you`ll see exhibited in our super-thin, 16-inch laptop and all-in-one desktop.
This unique blend of design and engineering sets us apart from competitors and
gives consumers a new kind of entertainment and computing experience."
IdeaCentre A600 All-in-One Desktop
Lenovo brings consumers the next generation of desktop computing with the
IdeaCentre A600 - Lenovo`s first all-in-one desktop. The new, sleek IdeaCentre
A600 all-in-one features a 21.5-inch frameless screen, and provides discerning
space-conscious and style-conscious users a modern design that measures only one
inch at its slimmest point, making it one of the slimmest all-in-one desktop
PCs2.
For the entertainment enthusiast, the all-in-one offers true entertainment
experience featuring a 16:9 aspect ratio screen for cinema-like viewing and
support for 1920x1080 full HD resolution, delivering outstanding image quality.
The integrated speaker system includes a bass sub-woofer and Dolby Home Theatre
audio certification, while the optional Blu-ray player completes the home cinema
experience. Users can also take advantage of a digital TV tuner for watching and
recording their favorite TV programs. Users can opt to include the Microsoft
Vista Media Center for easy recording of TV programs and interactive navigation
between videos, music and TV programs.
For gaming enthusiasts, Lenovo developed the 4-in-1 optional remote controller.
It is the first to bring PC users the ability to play games using the remote
control`s `motion drive` feature, which controls on-screen objects according to
the movement of the remote.
Unlike other remotes, the Lenovo 4-in-1 remote controller can also be used as a
VOIP handset3 to make and receive phone calls over the Internet, similar to a
typical cordless telephone. The remote also serves as a media center/TV remote,
and with Microsoft Vista Media Center users can use the controller to operate
DVDs, movies and TV. Additionally, the remote functions as an "air mouse" so it
can be used to operate the cursor on the screen.
At the core of the all-in-one is a powerful desktop computer with choices of
Intel Core2 Duo processors, optional ATI Radeon graphics card technology with
DirectX10 support, up to 4GB of fast DDR3 memory for improved multitasking and
up to 1TB (1,000GB) of hard drive space for storing hundreds of videos, music
and other documents. Equipped with the latest high-performance mobile processor
technology, the all-in-one runs whisper-quiet even when performing intensive
tasks.
The IdeaCentre A600 all-in-one offers several connectivity options including
high-speed WiFi, a 6-in-1 media card reader, side-mounted USB and FireWire ports
with additional USB ports on the rear of the panel. The all-in-one also features
VeriFace facial recognition technology which allows users to use his or her
facial image as the log-on password.
IdeaPad Y650, Y550, Y450 Laptops
Lenovo`s latest IdeaPad Y Series laptops deliver powerful Hi-Definition
entertainment in new sizes that are smaller, thinner and lighter than the
previous generation to give more choices to consumers. The three Y Series
laptops - the Y650, Y550, and Y450 - share the same modern soft black design
featuring an interlocked hexagon pattern on the top cover along with a discrete
copper accent around the perimeter of the laptop.
Lenovo delivers its first 16-inch widescreen laptop, the IdeaPad Y650, as one of
the thinnest and lightest 16-inch laptops1. In fact, the laptop weighs less than
many 15-inch laptops, providing users with an additional inch of screen space
without compromising on mobility. Making use of advanced materials, Lenovo has
engineered the laptop down to a slender one-inch at its thinnest point with a
weight of just 5.6 pounds.
The expanded Y Series adds new screen sizes to the IdeaPad laptop lineup: the
16-inch Y650, the 15.6-inch Y550, and the 14-inch Y450. The new Y Series laptops
are configurable with up to 500GB of hard drive storage space and up to 4GB of
DDR3 memory.
Designed for HD and Multimedia
To provide an exceptional Hi-Definition entertainment and multimedia experience,
the Y Series laptops are equipped with 16:9 format glossy widescreen panels,
optional latest generation NVIDIA GFX graphics for gaming and smooth HD video
playback and Dolby Home Theater surround sound. The IdeaPad Y650 laptop also
features JBL speakers for a rich sound.
The Y Series includes the new Lenovo OneKey Theater software to enhance the
audio and visual experience. By pressing a button, OneKey Theater gives users an
easy way to adjust the PC`s display and sound effect settings. Users can switch
from normal mode to movie mode on the fly to optimize the picture when watching
movies or playing games. The Y Series also includes Lenovo Desktop Navigator so
users can toggle between shortcuts, files and other frequently used programs by
placing their finger along the touch-sensitive slide bar. For extra convenience,
the multi-touch touchpad below the keyboard allows users to enlarge or reduce
image sizes with their fingertips. Additionally, an ambient light sensor on the
IdeaPad Y650 laptop automatically adjusts screen brightness based on surrounding
light conditions, helping to reduce eye strain.
Lenovo has added new levels of performance to its Y Series by equipping them
with the latest Intel processors as well as DDR3 memory to help applications
respond more quickly under multi-tasking conditions. Now users can burn DVDs in
less time, compress and open large documents more easily and enjoy smoother,
more realistic gaming. Y Series laptops have several wireless connectivity
options including WiFi and optional Bluetooth.
For added convenience, Lenovo`s latest VeriFace facial recognition technology
combines Windows log-in and file encryption for logging onto the PC and for
password-protecting individual files.
The new Y Series also features Lenovo`s OneKey Rescue System to help users to
recover their data and restore critical system files after system failures,
viruses and other mishaps.
IdeaPad S10 Netbook
Lenovo`s IdeaPad S10 netbook - an affordable secondary PC for the home or for
the first-time PC user - is ideal for connecting to the Internet, messaging with
friends, completing homework or even making Skype calls. Lenovo is updating the
popular IdeaPad S10 netbook with new multimedia and networking tools for social
networking enthusiasts ranging from "newbies" to the most social of socialites.
While many early adopters are familiar with the world of social networking, some
mainstream consumers are only taking the first steps. Through a new Lenovo tool
called LenovoSocial that comes preloaded on the netbook as a shortcut, users can
easily connect to a resource portal that will help them navigate the vast
options for participating in social networking.
Other new features on the IdeaPad S10 netbook include Lenovo Quick Start. With
this functionality, users will have the ability to access a number of frequently
used applications including a web browser, music player, photo viewer, instant
messaging tools and Skype. New to the netbook is Lenovo`s VeriFace facial
recognition technology, a convenient tool for easy log-in. Similar to the
IdeaPad Y Series laptops, the netbook features multi-touch functionality on the
touchpad and Lenovo`s OneKey Rescue System.
The new IdeaPad S10 netbook`s 10.2-inch LED backlight display, 0.9 inch thick
frame and 2.4 pound weight make it an ideal companion to tote in a backpack or
shoulder bag. Color choices include black, white, red, blue, or pink.
Pricing and Availability4
The new IdeaPad Y650, Y550, Y450 laptops and S10 netbook will be available
beginning in March. Manufacturer suggested retail pricing (MSRP) for models
starts at $1,199 for the IdeaPad Y650 laptop, $829 for the IdeaPad Y550 and Y450
laptops, and $349 for the IdeaPad S10 netbook. The IdeaCentre A600 all-in-one
desktop will be available beginning in April with MSRP for models starting at
$999.
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.
1Compared to offerings from major vendors: Acer, HP and Sony.
2Compared to offerings from major vendors: Apple, HP, Gateway, Dell and Sony.
3VOIP functionality requires VOIP software which is freely available for
download from a wide range of 3rd party vendors
4Prices do not include tax or shipping and are subject to change without notice.
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
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