e.go by Wipro: 10-inch Wipro Netbook specifications

Wipro Infotech, known better for its enterprise IT products made a foray into the consumer segment with the launch of three new laptops, including a 10-inch netbook, which have a 'lifestyle' appeal in design. Apart from the color schemes of the laptops (which exclude black and white for now), the lifestyle quotient was reinforced by a fashion show which accompanied the launch, indicating that the company is looking to establish a different image in the consumer segment. The laptops will be available through electronics retail stores like Reliance Digital, E-Zone and Next.

The 10-inch e.go 7F3800 laptop is powered by an Atom 270 CPU, like most netbooks. But what is more impressive is Wipro has put in a 2GB RAM, which will make working on the netbook smoother. Windows XP Home edition comes pre-installed on the 7F3800. A 1.3MP webcam, stereo speakers, 120GB hard disk and 3 USB ports are seen in the spec sheet. The good news continues with the pricing as well – as an introductory offer, the e.go 7F3800 will be available at a price of Rs. 19,990, including tax. This breaks the Rs.20,000 barrier for a 10-inch netbook. Post the initial launch offer, the pricing is likely to be Rs.19,990 plus taxes, Wipro said. Battery life is claimed to be 3 hours.

The other two laptops launched were the 12-inch BM2700 (approx. Rs. 40,000) and the 14 inch EM471X Series (priced between Rs. 35,000 to 38,000 depending on the configuration).

Specifications

e.go 7F3800
10 inch ultra portable netbook available in Ocean Blue and Racer Yellow. Display resolution of 1024x600 pixels.
Wireless LAN - 802.11 b/g
Battery life of up to 3 hours
Integrated 1.3MP webcam and stereo speakers
CPU: Intel Atom 270, RAM: 2GB, Hard Disk: 120GB, up to 160GB.
OS: Genuine Windows® XP Home
Expansion: 3 USB ports, 8 in 1 card reader
No optical drive
Weight: Approx 1.25kg.

e.go EM471X Series
14 inch Ultra bright widescreen laptop available in Autumn Red and Coral Blue colors.
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, Gigabit LAN, 56K modem, Bluetooth
Platform: Intel® Centrino®2, Intel® Pentium® Processor / Intel® CoreTM2 Duo, Up to 8 GB Memory, Up to 320 GB Hard Disk
OS: Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium / Windows Vista® Home Basic / Windows Vista® Business
Expansion: e-SATA, for hi speed connectivity to external storage
Multimedia: HDMI
6 cell battery with up to 3 hours battery life, ECO power management tool to adjust battery life depending on usage
Optional finger print reader
DVD Super multi drive
Weight: 2.2 KG
e.go BM2700 series

12-inch laptop with frameless black border and chrome highlights available in Chrome Red exterior.
Connectivity: High speed access with Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, LAN, 56K modem, Bluetooth
Platform: Supports Intel® Centrino®2 Processor Technology, Intel® CoreTM2 Duo
Processor, Intel® Pentium® Processor,
OS: Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium / Windows Vista® Home Basic / Windows Vista® Business
Up to 4 GB Memory, Up to 320 GB Hard Disk
Expansion: 9 in 1 Card Reader, iEEE 1394 Port, Express Card slot
6 cell battery with up to 3 hours battery life
DVD Super multi drive
Weight: 2.14 KG