Lenovo introduced on Friday its very first dual-mode Android 4.2 "Jelly Bean" laptop, the Lenovo A10. The device sports a 10.1 inch screen that can be flipped around 300 degrees, creating a "stand/theater mode" for watching videos and playing games hands-free. The stable hinge and "fold-back" design keeps the device steady and prevents shaking and bouncing while using the 10-point multi-touch screen.
The updated press release specifies that the laptop also sports a 0.3MP web cam and a battery that promises up to 9 hours of continuous video playback on a single charge. Also included is a full-size ergonomic, AccuType keyboard with dedicated Android buttons like "Home," "Back," "Multitask," "Settings" and a few others.
"'In laptop mode,' users can take advantage of the A10's unique, Lenovo-customized user interface, which provides an app launcher, task bar and status bar for quick, intuitive access to the app library and desktop, as well as convenient multitasking and app switching," reads the company's press release. "File manager software, also included with the Lenovo customized OS, makes it easy to locate and manage a library of documents, videos and music."
Last week the leaked manual (pdf) revealed a SIM card slot, a built-in touch pad, a built-in microphone located on the right side, and what appears to be two speakers mounted on the bottom. The home screen looks exactly as one would expect from an Android tablet, displaying the status bar and Google Search bar along the top. Another toolbar resides along the bottom with the Apps Launcher button sitting on the far left.
Unfortunately, the company still hasn't provided specific details regarding availability and pricing, and the product still isn't listed on the Lenovo website. Yet, notice that the company dropped the "IdeaPad" name in Friday's announcement, merely referring to the notebook as the Lenovo A10. Stay tuned for more information as it rolls out.
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