Lenovo IdeaPad S12 comes loaded with NVIDIA Ion technology

Lenovo IdeaPad S12 comes loaded with NVIDIA Ion technology

Lenovo has finally launched their new netbook model IdeaPad S12 which comes loaded with NVIDIA’s Ion technology.

Nvidia has claimed that their Ion platform is capable of running 1080p quality videos even on netbook models.

Lenovo IdeaPad S12 is probably the first netbook model available in the market that can easily handle high definition video broadcasts.

It features a 12.1” display along with HDMI support. Lenovo claims that this model ships with a full size keyboard.

They are planning to sell the basic version of this new model for a retail price of USD 450. The Ion model would be slightly more expensive at USD 500.

Specifications of Lenovo IdeaPad S12:

Display: 12.1 WXGA (1280 X 800) LED 200 nit, 250g
Processor: Intel Atom N270
Graphics: Intel integrated GMA 950, Nvidia ION
Memory: Up to 1GB DDR2 533 MHz
Hard Drive: Up to 160 GB SATA (160, 250, 320)
Battery Life: 3 hours with 3-cell, 6 hours with 6-cell
Weight: 1.4kg with 3 cell, 1.55kg with 6 cell
Dimensions: 292 X 216 X 22-28.9mm
Connectivity: 10/100m Ethernet, Broadcom 578M, Intel Wi-Fi Link 5150 1X2 AGN, Intel Wi-Fi Link 5100 1X2 AGN, Non-Intel wireless b/g, Non-Intel wireless b/g/n, Bluetooth
Other: 3 USB, 1 Expresscard slot (Intel and VIA platforms), 4-in-1 card reader, VGA, RJA45, HDMI
Software: XP Home SP3 (32 bit)