Lenovo Group Ltd. introduced a comprehensive update of its Idea-branded consumer PCs on Friday during the IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin, Germany.
The new products include the IdeaPad U Series Ultrabook, IdeaPad Y and Z Series laptops, and IdeaCentre A and B Series all-in-one (AIO) desktops.
Powered by third generation Intel Core processors or AMD A-Series processors, Lenovo’s new PCs offer consumers a variety of style, color and performance options, designed for the upcoming release of the Windows 8 operating system.
Overall features include 10-finger multi-touch for versatile computing; Intelligent TouchPad for easy scrolling, zooming and rotating; Lenovo Cloud for media sharing between devices; and access to the Windows Store.
IdeaPad U510 Ultrabook
Following in the footsteps of its predecessors (U310 and U410), the 15-inch IdeaPad U510 combines the features of a traditional laptop with the desirable qualities of a tablet. The U510 is thin, lightweight, and combines high-performance technologies for ultra-responsive computing and instant-on system resume in just over a second. The device includes up to a third generation Intel Core i7 processor, and as much as 1TB of HDD storage with an optional 32GB solid state drive cache, and a battery life of up to six hours. The U510 also is equipped with an integrated DVD reader/writer or Blu-ray Disc drive. The IdeaPad U510 will be available in September starting at $679.
IdeaPad Y400 and Y500
The latest offerings in Lenovo’s Y Series, the IdeaPad Y400 and Y500 are mobile gaming and multimedia powerhouses. Each features the unique UltraBay – an interchangeable bay that users can instantly swap out for dual graphics capability, increased storage space or an additional fan for cooling. Whether editing photos and videos or playing computer games, the laptops can handle almost any intensive task thrown at them. Each model is equipped with up to third generation Intel Core i7 processors, NVIDIA GeForce GT655M 2GB dual graphics, up to 16GB DDR3 memory, and as much as 1TB of HDD storage. They also feature an eye-catching carbon fiber patterned cover, 14-inch and 15.6-inch LED backlit widescreen HD displays, and a dual-layer backlit AccuType keyboard with a large one-piece touchpad. The IdeaPad Y400 and Y500 also include JBL speakers and Dolby Home Theater v4. Each will be available October starting at $649.
IdeaPad Z400 and Z500
The Z400 and Z500 are slim but geared for performance. Equipped with up to third generation standard voltage Intel Core i7 processors, the Z400 and Z500 are available in a range of colors including coral blue, dark chocolate, peony pink and enamel white, and have a soft-touch exterior and a 14-inch or 15.6-inch LED backlit HD widescreen display, respectively. Each combines the latest NVIDIA GeForce graphics technology, smart features like Intelligent Touchpad, and access to Lenovo Cloud. The IdeaPad Z400 will be available November starting at $549. The IdeaPad Z500 will be available September starting at $549.
IdeaCentre A520
The IdeaCentre A520 is cast from the same mold as its IdeaCentre A720 predecessor but comes with a more compact 23-inch frameless 1080p full HD display that starts at $999. The A520 supports 10-point multi-touch with a widely adjustable screen angle and IPS LED with perfect picture at any angle, so users can watch movies, play touch-based games or enjoy video chat in any position. The A520 comes with up to third generation Intel Core i7 processors with Intel HD Graphics 4000 and as much as 8GB DDR3 of memory with up to 1TB of HDD storage. Additional features include Dolby certified speakers with Dolby Home Theater v4, optional Blu-ray Disc, and a range of touch-optimized multimedia applications and games. The Lenovo IdeaCentre A520 will be available October.
IdeaCentre B340, B345 and B545 AIOs
Lenovo B Series all-in-one desktop PCs come packed with fun entertainment features right out of the box. Multimedia entertainment comes alive on the 21.5-inch (B340 and B345) and 23-inch (B545) with full HD widescreen frameless displays that support state-of-the-art 3D vision – with two pairs of glasses included – and 10-point multi-touch technologies. The B Series all-in-ones use more powerful processors and components designed for desktop tower PCs. Available with up to third generation Intel Core i7 or AMD quad core processors and cutting-edge NVIDIA GeForce 615 2GB (B340) or AMD Radeon HD7470A 1GB (B345 and B545) graphics, users can also enjoy a great gaming experience. VESA mount compatibility gives users flexibility on where to place it in the home, while optional TV tuner provides great access to HDTV. The IdeaCentre B340 and B345 will be available in October starting at $599. The IdeaCentre B545 is currently available starting at $699.
The world’s No. 2 computer maker also launched its latest ThinkPad notebook earlier this month. Also during the IFA this week, they unveiled new IdeaPad laptops and IdeaTab tablets powered by the latest Android operating system.
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