Typical price: £260
What is it: Slim, 10.2-inch netbook with Atom N270 CPU
What we think: Although it's dropped its predecessor's ExpressCard slot, it's a better netbook overall
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 29 July 2009
Tags: Lenovo, Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2, apps, CPU, widescreen display
We like:
Slimmer design, lighter chassis and lower price than the IdeaPad S10
We don't like:
Ugly, protruding battery pack; no ExpressCard slot
CNET UK judgement:
With the IdeaPad S10-2, Lenovo has slimmed down its popular S10 netbook and reduced the price. Unfortunately, it's also removed the ExpressCard slot, but the end result is still a better netbook
Full review:
Lenovo's IdeaPad S10 was one of the most popular netbooks for a variety of reasons. Its business-friendly tools, ExpressCard slot and reasonable price all made it a great option for consumers or corporate users. We previously complained about the S10's battery life, but Lenovo recently added a six-cell battery, which fixes the problem. Now, another revision is available which effectively replaces the S10 -- the IdeaPad S10-2. This new model sports some physical changes -- most good; a couple bad -- but keeps the same general components at a reduced price of about £260. Continue Reading...
Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2 History
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Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2: Netbook sequel
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