Typical price: £320
What is it: 10-inch netbook with Intel Atom CPU
What we think: The IdeaPad S10 gets the price and features right, but falls behind on battery life
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 6 October 2008
Tags: Lenovo, Lenovo IdeaPad S10, mobile broadband, CPU, UK
We like:
ExpressCard slot; decent keyboard
We don't like:
No SSD hard drive options; unimpressive battery life
CNET UK judgement:
We're pleased with the S10's thin design and inclusion of the ExpressCard/34 slot despite the netbook's small size. It performed well, though it didn't blow us out of the water -- it's a good little netbook, but really just another one to add to the ever-growing pile
Full review:
Those who follow the ever-growing netbook market have been waiting for one conspicuous straggler to arrive. Lenovo's IdeaPad S10 Netbook was announced way back on 4 August 2008, but only started shipping in late September. Continue Reading...
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