Comments on: Lenovo U110 IdeaPad now available starting at $1,899

By: nomo

nomo — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:32:00 +0000

The U110 web site just changed again: The black model does not include the 7-cell battery and both models use the same external optical drive (Super Multi-Burner).

By: nomo

nomo — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:24:21 +0000

Lenovo continues to update the U110 web site so it seems some of the specs are still being worked out. Based on current info the black model includes a 5400rpm HDD, 4-cell battery, 7-cell battery, AG wireless card, and external dual layer recordable DVD drive. The red model comes with a 4200rpm HDD, 4-cell battery, and external Super Multi-Burner drive (no 7-cell battery and no wireless card). The display is described as TFT LCD on the U110 order site, but the product datasheet states LED backlit.

By: Mike Cane

Mike Cane — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 19:58:50 +0000

Oh man oh man, I know it's in a whole different class. But, god, I've already nicknamed it the Little Red Riding Hood computer because of that sex-o-matic red lid with the Itchy&Scratchy engaving!

It calllllls to me.

By: nomo

nomo — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:24:31 +0000

The specs look good but the glossy display and keyboard are a big turn off. I'm looking forward to the 12.1" Lenovo X200 and Dell E4200 later this year. Both computers feature sleek ultralight designs with next-generation technology (Montevina chipset, GMA X4500, DDR3-800 memory, etc).

By: Kevin C. Tofel

Kevin C. Tofel — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:47:41 +0000

Price is on par with the devices it competes against. High when compared to the EeePC-like class of subnotebooks, but that's a different class entirely in terms of performance. A review unit is a definitely possibility. More to follow...

By: Mike Cane

Mike Cane — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:22:52 +0000

This looks lust-o-licious. But that price!!! Will you be getting one to review?