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New 10-inch Netbook Joins the Pack – e.go by Wipro

23.02.2009
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 (US$402), 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.