14 DAY TRIAL // Lenovo, one of the world's leading vendors of computer systems, is reportedly planning the launch of a new all-in-one computer system that will adopt Intel's successful low-power Atom platform. According to early details that have just surfaced on the Internet, the upcoming system will be launched later this month with Windows Vista and a standard 20-inch display. However, the company plans to update the new PC soon after its launch, adding a touchscreen option and a Windows 7 operating system.
According to the details that have been made available over at Gizmodo, the upcoming PC will be titled IdeaCentre C100 and will be released as an all-in-one nettop that will boast a 1.6GHz Atom processor coupled with 1GB or 2GB of RAM. Boasting a large 20-inch display, the upcoming system will also feature an integrated DVD burner and an option for 80GB or 160GB hard disk storage. Users will also be given the choice of adding a webcam or WiFi connectivity, which could be related to the system's pricing.
One of the more interesting details about the upcoming all-in-one nettop is that the PC vendor is actually planning to update it soon after its official introduction. The update will provide users with an option for a touchscreen display and the upcoming Windows 7 operating system, which is known for its touchscreen support. Said update is expected to take place in October, round about the same time as the launch of Microsoft's next-generation OS.
As far as pricing goes, the fellows over at Gizmodo are reporting that the IdeaCentre C100 is scheduled to arrive later this month with a price tag of “around US$400,” making the system a noteworthy alternative to today's affordable desktop PCs. Of course, some might want to hold on their shopping until Windows 7 gets here.