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The IdeaPad S9 is Lenovo's answer to the netbook phenomena. Featuring a 9" LED backlit screen, and coming in at just over two pounds, the S9 presents a slightly cheaper version of the S10. Priced at $349, the S9 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, 512MB of DDR2 ram,and a small 8GB SSD. 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 $349.00
Release date December, 2008
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On December 16th 2008, Lenovo released the IdeaPad S9 in North America. The device is available through third party websites or directly from Lenovo for around $350.
Features
- Platform: Intel 45nm Atom
- Graphics: 8.9" 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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Released November, 2008
Pros
- 6-Cell Li-Ion battery included as standard.
- >= 5hrs battery life reported by 'real world' reviews
- one of the nicest keyboards on a netbook to date
Cons
- More expensive than the MSI Wind and Lenovo S10
- Only Windows versions sold - i.e. No native Linux versions available !
- Screen hinges could be stiffer !
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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)
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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
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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
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Pros
- more affordable than the S10
- same resolution as all 10" netbook models
- SSD drive is lighter and less prone to damage than a standard HDD
Cons
- the cost of competing models with higher specifications
- only 512MB of RAM
- small SSD drive
- costs as much as the basic S10 model
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