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The IdeaPad S10 is Lenovo's answer to the netbook phenomena. Featuring a 10" LED backlit screen, and coming in at just over two pounds, the S10 presents the golden mean between usability and mobility. Priced around the $400 mark, the S10 will target those interested in a mobile machine less cumbersome and delicate than a laptop. Not meant to replace a user's primary computer or laptop, the S9 comes with a single core 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor, 1GB DDR2 ram, and a 80gb HDD (a 160GB model is also available - see details for further information). While not the latest in cutting edge technology, this allows Lenovo to provide a small and light machine at a low end-user cost.
MSRP $449.00
Release date September, 2008
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A large capacity update in early December 2008 features double the memory and disk drive space (now 1GB and 160GB). This has pushed prices down $50-$80 depending on the model. The cheaper basic black and white models now sell for $349, while the more colourful versions are now $359.
A January 2009 update has given the S10 the Lenovo QuickStart (a quick-boot operating system that gives users nearly instantaneous access to a browser and a number of rudimentary tools), an upgraded multi-touch trackpad, Lenovo's one key rescue system, as well as VeriFace (a facial verification tool used to unlock windows/specific files the user chooses to encrypt). In the same update, Lenovo has also included access to Lenovo Social - a web portal that gives users easy access to a variety of popular social resources such as Flickr, MySpace, Facebook, Twitter etc...
Features
- Platform: Intel 45nm Atom
- Multi-touch touchpad
- Graphics: 10.2" LED Widescreen (1024x600)
- Network connectivity: Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g) 1Gb Ethernet Card
- I/O & Expansion: VGA, 2 x USB2, Power jack, Ethernet, headphone/microphone ports, 85% keyboard, SD card reader
- Battery: 3-cell, 6-cell options, up to 6 hours battery life
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Lenovo IdeaPad S10
• Lenovo Ideapad S10 10.2-Inch Netbook (1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, XP Home) White
UPC: 884343333243
EAN: 884343916248
MPN: 59-019956
Competitors
Lenovo IdeaPad S10 is ranked 7th among it's competitors.
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MSRP $379.00
Released December, 2008
Pros
- amazing full-sized laptop keyboard - blows away the competition which feature cramped and irregularly laid out keys
- uses the Atom over the older VIA C7 processors
- cheaper and more competitive for the netbook segment compared to last-gen product
Cons
- ditches the superior resolution of the Mini-Note (not even an option for the higher end models!)
- poor SSD and HDD options
- 10.2" model is pretty expensive for a netbook @ $699
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
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HP Mini 1000
100%
MSRP $400.00
Released January, 2008
Pros
- Ultra-portable
- Runs Linux or Windows XP
- Available in five colors: pink, brown, blue, white and black
Cons
- no pointing stick
- small touch pad
- Expensive with upgrades
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
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Acer Aspire One
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MSRP $499.00
Released June, 2008
Pros
- Almost full sized keyboard
- Long battery life
- Light weight
Cons
- Only 1 mouse button
- Difficult to upgrade RAM
- Tips over easily (not well balanced)
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
0%
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MSI Wind
100%
MSRP $499.00
Released May, 2008
Pros
- Nice aluminum outer case
- Full size keyboard
- Great configuration options
Cons
- More expensive than competition
- Slow boot-up time
- Heavier than competition
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
67%
vs.
HP 2133 Mini-Note
33%
MSRP $399.00
Released November, 2007
Pros
- Very portable
- Fast boot time
- Great value for the money
Cons
- Screen resolution is too low for many websites
- Suspend mode consumes battery
- AC/DC adapter plug is odd-shaped and blocks two electrical outlets
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
vs.
Asus Eee PC 701
MSRP $389.00
Released June, 2009
Pros
- good build quality
- loud speakers
- clear and bright display
Cons
- over 3 pounds
- smaller keyboard
- older Atom N270
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
vs.
Fujitsu M2010
MSRP $419.00
Released December, 2008
Pros
- lightweight
- good build quality
- affordable price
Cons
- standard netbook internals - no deviation from the norm
- battery life doesn't measure up to similarly priced alternatives from Asus
- small trackpad
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
vs.
Acer Aspire One P531h
MSRP $499.99
Released September, 2009
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
vs.
BenQ Joybook Lite U101
MSRP $499.99
Released August, 2009
Pros
- WXGA 1366 x 768 on 10.1" display
- Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11 g/g/Draft n
- Large touch pad
Cons
- high price compared to similar offerings
- 3-cell battery - compared to those much larger on cheaper alternatives
- noisy fan
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
vs.
Sony VAIO W
MSRP $260.00
Released September, 2008
Pros
- 10" body allows for larger, less cramped keyboard - the same that is found on t he 1000-series
- 1024 x 600px resolution matches the 10" models, improves upon the older 7" drastically
- 1.3MP webcam
Cons
- older style EEE keyboard, small out of place right shift, poor feel compared to chicklet or later 'sea-shell' revision
- over 3 pounds
- 8.9" screen in 10" body - ugly bezel
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
vs.
Asus Eee PC 904HA
MSRP $450.00
Released June, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- 6-cell battery standard - ~6 hours of battery life
- first netbook from Acer (arguably any manufacturer) to be geared towards business users
Cons
- uses the slightly older N720 processor
- nothing to distinguish itself from other 10.1" netbooks
- doesn't approach the battery life of similarly priced models from other manufacturers
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
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Acer Aspire One 531h
MSRP $575.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- 7 hours of battery life standard (6 cell vs. 3 cell)
- one of the best keyboards of any netbook
- large 160GB storage capacity
Cons
- regular old 9" screen resolution
- expensive for what it is
- extra $125 for 3G module over the D150-1B
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
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Acer Aspire One D150-2BG
Reviews
January 5, 2009
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Cons
- Runs quite hot
- Smaller keyboard than competitors
- not available in some countries (such as Canada)
- poor battery options compared to competitors
- constant upgrades to the units features and prices may upset recent buyers or confuse consumers who are in the market
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September 26, 2008
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Pros
- Good chassis construction
- Hard drive performance is good
- Good screen
- Multi-touch touchpad is unique among competitors
Cons
- Runs quite hot
- Smaller keyboard than competitors
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