Lenovo launched a new netbook that will eclipse its netbook competitors. That’s if, it’s really true that it delivers 10 times faster graphics than other laptops available in the market these days. The netbook in focus here is the IdeaPad S12 that features the NVIDIA ION graphics processor. FYI, the NVIDIA ION is one of the latest technologies intended for small, low-cost laptop PCs, according to Lenovo VP Stepehn DiFranco.

Aside from this excellent chipset, the S12 is equipped with Intel 1.6 GHz Atom N270 processor. Also helping in its fast performance is the 1GB DDR2 533 MHz memory, and 160GB SATA storage.

The IdeaPad S12 comes with HDMI port which is a big plus and a rare valuable option when it comes to netbooks, HD and Blu-ray video support, WiFi connectivity, 3G, 4-in-1 card reader, and Bluetooth. It runs on Windows XP Home SP3 operating system which means. Users have a choice between a 3 or 6 cell battery that can provide three up to six hours of power.

The 12-inch screen is somewhat bigger than what other netbooks offer, so users can have bigger display in the IdeaPad S12.

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