Bangkok--13 Jul--Spark Communications
Lenovo today extended its ThinkCentre business desktop line by introducing its first all-in-one (AIO) desktop PC and the ThinkCentre A70z to Thailand. Built for the needs of small and medium businesses (SMB), the AIO delivers a compelling alternative to the traditional desktop PC. Along with the budget-friendly price tag, the high performance AIO desktop comes with Intel Core2Duo processors and delivers blazing fast boot up time as one of Lenovo’s Enhanced Experience certified PCs for Windows 7. The ThinkCentre A70z saves 70 percent more space, takes less time to set up and service and consumes less power than traditional desktops[1]. At the same time, the AIO adds a new touch of style and sophistication for today’s modern office.
“SMB customers want PCs that have bold yet professional designs, include cutting-edge technology and not compromise on durability. These PCs also need to be energy efficient, conserve space and be easy to maintain, and importantly not exceed stretched budgets,” said Kajonkiat Aramsameekul, Country Manager, Home and Small to Medium Business Unit, Lenovo Thailand. “The new Think products not only exceed these needs, they also offer SMBs a combination of stunning technology and powerful performance at unprecedented value.”
ThinkCentre A70z Saves Space, Time and Money
The compact ThinkCentre A70z includes a 19 inch, 16:10 widescreen LCD monitor packed into a 2.4 inch[2] black frame that complements any office environment. On a desk, the AIO takes up 70 percent less space than a traditional desktop and monitor[3]. It can also be mounted flush against an office wall, supported with a radial stand or rested against a leg stand similar to how a picture frame works. The AIO’s single power cable[4] helps eliminate cable clutter and the built-in handle on the back of the monitor makes transporting easy.
Saving on space doesn’t mean skimping on performance. The AIO features:
? Choices of Intel Core? 2 Duo through Celeron? Dual Core processors for demanding performance
? Direct X10 support for enhanced games and high-end 3-D applications
? A DVD burner, six USB ports, two audio speakers and optional Wifi
? An optional high resolution webcam and built-in Skype application for voice over Internet protocol web calling with friends and colleagues
? Support for up to 500GB of data storage for lots of photos, music and work files
With a simple set up process from the box, boot up as quick as 35 seconds, up to 28 percent faster shut down time[5] and easy access to the hard drive for servicing, the AIO helps save time all around, and businesses know that “time equals money”.
The affordable AIO also comes equipped at no extra cost with Lenovo’s suite of ThinkVantage Technologies (TVTs). These value-added tools help businesses save money by speeding productivity and reducing downtime. Additionally, Lenovo’s Power Manager TVT helps organizations save energy by remotely deploying power schemes and global settings. The AIO comes Energy Star 5.0 rated for high energy efficiency, but for more savings, using the Power Manager helps save approximately US$65 per year over previous Lenovo desktop and monitor solutions[6]. To help reduce overall packaging material, the A70z ships with reusable protective bag. By using one box instead of two, material savings are equal to approximately 250 paper cups and 139 plastic packaging bags[7].
ThinkPad Edge 14 inch — Mobile Performance Gets a Bigger Edge
Lenovo also introduced its latest addition to the ThinkPad Edge line-up with a new 14 inch version designed specifically for SMBs.
SMBs are a 24 x 7 business and their choice of PC technology reflects their personal brand. Lenovo designed the ThinkPad Edge 14 inch specifically to give these customers stylish and eye-catching designs with high performance, reliability and the latest technologies including:
? Great performance with choices of AMD Turion and Athlon Neo dual core processors or Intel? Core? i5 processor and Intel? Core? i3 processors
? Optimized for Windows 7 under Lenovo’s Enhanced Experience program
? Long battery life of over eight hours
? Wireless connectivity technologies including WiFi and optional Bluetooth, 3G and WiMAX
? Crisp and clear voice over Internet protocol with Skype? software, high definition speakers, high resolution, low light sensitivity cameras and microphone and camera mute keys
? Commitment to green technology: The laptops carry a Gold rating from the Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool and meet Energy Star 5.0. The Edge laptops contain no foam and use many materials which are derived from 100 percent recycled content, such as thermoplastic, sugarcane or sorghum
The ThinkPad Edge 14 inch reflects a new progressive and strikingly clean appearance while retaining ThinkPad durability and reliability. For example, the ThinkPad Edge 14 inch includes spill-resistant keyboards and value-added ThinkVantage Technologies like the Active Protection System and Rescue and Recovery.
However, it also blends expressive design and ease of use in several new ways:
? Contemporary Keyboard — A new contemporary keyboard gives the laptop a clean and inviting look. Uniform black keys and removal of the embedded number pad also help create a modern design. The Function keys have even been re-designed so that users only need to use one finger to access multimedia functions and more. Other rarely used keys like System Request have been removed. Additionally, select models of the ThinkPad Edge 14 version will come with illuminated keyboard for visibility in low light conditions while adding a touch of elegance to the keyboard.
? Expanded Touchpad — A large multitouch touchpad provides an oversized landing pad for fingers to pinch, zoom and scroll.
? Expressive, Colorful Palette — Midnight glossy or midnight soft black remain the traditional color for business, but for those who want to make a statement, ThinkPad Edge laptops come in heatwave red too. Additionally, a sleek silver band frames the exterior of the laptop.
Kajonkiat said: “The ThinkPad Edge 14 inch sports a combination of high performance and style, when combined with ThinkPad’s renowned durability and reliability, which makes the ThinkPad Edge 14 inch a terrific choice to meet the needs of SMBs.”
Total Service and Support
Lenovo also offers a full suite of flexible service and support solutions for the new ThinkPad Edge Series. Lenovo-branded services give customers and business partners a single source solution that helps minimize risks and increases protection and productivity.
These services include:
? ThinkPad Protection to protect from unexpected repair costs in case of accidents or spills
? Priority Support for 24/7 tech-to-tech support
? Hard Disk Drive Retention that lets customer keep their failed or damaged hard drive to ensure data remains safely in their hands
Pricing and Availability[8]
The ThinkCentre A70z all-in-one and ThinkPad Edge 14-inch are now available through Lenovo Business Partners and www.lenovo.com/smb/th.