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IdeaPad S series

The IdeaPad S Series is a series of notebook computers launched by Lenovo in October 2008.[1] The IdeaPad S10 was initially scheduled for launch in September, but its release was delayed in the United States until October.[2][3]

IdeaPad S series
Lenovo IdeaPad S10
DeveloperLenovo
TypeNetbook, low-cost Ultrabook
Release dateOctober 8, 2008 (2008-10-08)
Operating systemWindows
Lenovo Quick Start
Display8.9–14 inches
InputKeyboard, touchpad, microphone, 1.3 megapixel webcam

The S series began with the IdeaPad S10, the lowest cost model, powered by an Intel Atom processor in a 10.2-inch subnotebook. Later, more expensive laptops in the S-series also powered by Intel Atoms were released. Once the Atom CPU line was discontinued, the main line of lightweight S series laptops switched to alternatives, such as the low-power AMD A-series, Intel Celeron, Pentium, and low-cost versions of Y-series CPUs.

2008

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The IdeaPad S10, the first laptop in the IdeaPad S Series of netbooks, was released in 2008.

S10

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IdeaPad S10
TypeNetbook
Release dateOctober 8, 2008 (2008-10-08)
Media80, 120, 160 GB 2.5" HDD
Operating systemWindows XP
Lenovo Quick Start
CPU1.6 GHz Intel Atom, single core Diamondville
Memory512 MB/1 GB
Display10.2" (25.9 cm) 1024×600 LED backlit TFT LCD
InputKeyboard, touchpad, microphone, 1.3 megapixel webcam
Connectivity10/100 Mbit Ethernet
802.11b/g wireless LAN
2 USB 2.0 ports
4-in-1 flash memory card reader
Bluetooth, except US before March 2009
Expresscard
Power3-cell (2.5 hours) 28 Wh (2.6 Ah)
6-cell (5.5 hours) 56 Wh (5.2 Ah)
9-cell (7 hours) 84 Wh (7.8 Ah)
Dimensions10.23 × 7.08 × 0.748 in
Mass2.64 lb (1.2 kg) (3-cell battery)

The IdeaPad S10 was Lenovo's first netbook.[4] While Engadget found the design unremarkable, the low starting price was well-received.[4] The S10 featured a 10.2-inch (260 mm) TFT active matrix 1024×576 or 1024×600 display with an 80 or 160 GB hard disk drive and 512 MB or 1 GB DDR2 Random Access Memory, both of which could be upgraded via a trap door on the bottom of the netbook. The initial S10 featured 512 MB of RAM soldered to system board with an expansion SO-DIMM slot for further upgrades to 2 or 2.5 GB (2.5 GB was only usable with an operating system with support for sparse memory regions). The processor was an Intel Atom that ran at 1.6 GHz. The S10 supported IEEE 802.11 b/g wireless networking and had two USB ports, an ExpressCard expansion slot, a 4-in-1 media reader, and a VGA output. These computers received positive consumer reviews and a 9/10 rating from Wired magazine.[5][6]

In May 2009 Lenovo introduced the S10-2. While the S10-2 shared many traits with the S10/S10e,[7] it omitted the ExpressCard34 slot, featured a new physical design, added an additional USB port, and enlarged the keyboard, touchpad,[8] and sizes of the hard drive and SSD.[9]

2009

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The IdeaPad S Series netbooks released by Lenovo in 2009 were the S10e, S10-2, and the S12.

S10e

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The IdeaPad S10e was a re-launch of the IdeaPad S10, with features updated for the education market.[10] The netbook included a quick start operating system and 5 hours of battery life at a low starting price.[10] It weighed 2.8 lbs, with a form factor of 9.8 x 7.7 x 0.9–1.4-inches.[10] The netbook offered a wide keyboard occupying almost the entire width of the chassis, and LAPTOP Magazine reported that it was easy for even adults to type on.[10]

S10-2

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The IdeaPad S10-2 was a 10-inch netbook with a 1.6 GHz Intel Atom processor, 1 GB RAM, a 6-cell battery, and Intel GMA Integrated Graphics.[11] Notebook Review reported that the netbook's design offered "a cleaner and smoother appearance all around".[11] The specifications of the netbook are as follows:

  • Processor: Intel Atom N270 1.6 GHz[11] or Intel Atom N280 1.66 GHz and Hyper-Threading [12][13]
  • RAM: 1 GB DDR2 667 MHz[11]
  • Display: 10.1" (WSVGA, Glossy, LED-backlit, 1024x600)[11]
  • Storage: 160 GB 5400 rpm[11]
  • Graphics: Intel GMA 950 Integrated[11]
  • Wi-Fi: Broadcom 802.11b/g[11]
  • Card reader: 4-in-1[11]
  • Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.6 x 0.7-1.8 (inches)[11]
  • Operating system: Windows XP Home Edition (SP3)[11]

S12

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The Nvidia Ion version of IdeaPad S12
Main article: Lenovo IdeaPad S12

The IdeaPad S12 received a fairly positive review from PCMagazine.[14] Its features that were well-received included the 12 inch widescreen with a 1280×800 resolution, keyboard, express card slot, and battery life.[14] However, the netbook's price and weight were poorly received by the reviewers.[14] The specifications of the netbook are as follows:

  • Processor: Intel Atom N270 1.6 GHz[15]
  • RAM: 1 GB (up to 3 GB) DDR2-667[15]
  • Storage: 160 GB 5400 rpm SATA[15]
  • Display: 12.1 inches (1280×800)[15]
  • Graphics: Intel GMA 950[15]
  • Wi-Fi: 802.11b/g[15]
  • Dimensions: 11.5 in × 9.0 in × 1.4 in[15]
  • Weight: 3.4 lb (1.5 kg)[15]
  • Operating system: MS Windows XP Home[15]

2010

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The IdeaPad netbooks released in 2010 were the S10-3, S10-3t, and S10-3s.

S10-3

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The IdeaPad S10-3 netbook was praised for its full-size keyboard, design, light chassis, and low price.[16] It was criticized for its navigation experience, touchpad, low capacity hard drive, and the lack of options for customization.[16] Michael Prospero from LAPTOP Magazine indicated in his review that Lenovo had addressed some of the issues raised about the S10-2 netbook and praised the keyboard and the design.[17] He also indicated that the storage capacity was not on par with competitor offerings and that the touchpad could have been improved.[17]

S10-3t

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The IdeaPad S10-3t was a netbook that was also a convertible tablet.[18] The S10-3t netbook was among the first computers to use the 1.83 GHz Intel Atom N470 processor.[18] The software BumpTop was preloaded and offered a desk-like view of the desktop in 3D for ease of use.[18]

S10-3s

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The IdeaPad S10-3s was roughly an inch narrower than the S10-2, with a form factor of 10.6 x 6.6 x 1.4 inches.[19] The netbook was also slightly lighter than similar netbooks and weighed 2.6 lbs.[19] The netbook offered the following specifications:

2011

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The IdeaPad S Series netbooks released in 2011 were the S205 and the S215.

S205

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The S205 had an AMD Fusion E350 dual core processor, 11.6" widescreen display with a 16:9 aspect ratio, and ATI Mobility Radeon 6310M graphics.[21] The specifications of the S205 are as follows:

  • Processor: Up to 1.60 GHz AMD Dual-Core E-350[22]
  • RAM: Up to 4 GB DDR3 1066 MHz[22]
  • Graphics: Up to AMD Radeon HD 6310M (512 MB graphics memory)[22]
  • Dimensions (mm): 290 x 18~26.3 x 193[22]
  • Weight: starting at 1.35 kg[22]

S215

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The Lenovo IdeaPad S215 contained 500 GB, 5,400 RPM traditional HDD and 8 GB of solid-state storage.[23]

2012

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S300

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Detailed specifications of the netbooks are as follows:

  • Processor: several (ie: Celeron 887)
  • RAM: 4 GB
  • Storage: SATA 500 GB HDD
  • Display: 14"
  • Graphics: Intel GMA 950
  • Operating system: MS Windows 7

References

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  1. ^ Jerry Jackson (1 October 2008). "Lenovo IdeaPad S10 Review". Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  2. ^ "IdeaPad S10 Release Delayed". 11 September 2008. Archived from the original on 15 September 2008. Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  3. ^ "LENOVO IDEAPAD S10 PRICE AND RELEASE DATE". 19 August 2008. Archived from the original on 15 March 2012. Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  4. ^ a b Paul Miller (4 August 2008). "Lenovo goes netbook with IdeaPad S10". Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  5. ^ "Customer Reviews of the Lenovo S10-1211Ubk". Newegg.com web site. 2009. Retrieved June 2, 2011.
  6. ^ Christropher Null (October 7, 2008). "Lenovo S10 – The Best Netbook We've Seen All Year". Wired.com. Retrieved June 2, 2011.
  7. ^ "Lenovo Ideapad S10e Review Specs". Laptops Tech. Archived from the original on 2013-12-15.
  8. ^ "Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2 Review". Netbooknes. Retrieved 3 June 2013.
  9. ^ "IdeaPad S10-2 User Guide V1.0" (PDF). Lenovo. April 2009. Archived from the original (PDF) on February 15, 2010. Retrieved June 2, 2011.
  10. ^ a b c d Dana Wollman (4 February 2009). "Lenovo IdeaPad S10e Review". Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  11. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k Kevin o'Brien (13 July 2009). "Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2 Review". Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  12. ^ "Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2 Atom N280 1.66 GHz - 10.1" TFT Series Specs". CNET. Retrieved 2021-01-22.
  13. ^ "Intel Atom® Processor N280 (512K Cache, 1.66 GHz, 667 MHz FSB) Product Specifications". ark.intel.com. Retrieved 2021-01-22.
  14. ^ a b c Cheng, Cisco (15 July 2009). "Lenovo IdeaPad S12". PC Magazine. Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  15. ^ a b c d e f g h i "Lenovo IdeaPad S12 Specs". 14 July 2009. Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  16. ^ a b Cheng, Cisco (3 March 2010). "Lenovo Ideapad S10-3". PC Magazine. Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  17. ^ a b Michael A. Prospero (19 February 2011). "Lenovo IdeaPad S10-3 Review". Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  18. ^ a b c Joanna Stern (10 March 2010). "Lenovo IdeaPad S10-3t review". Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  19. ^ a b Michael A. Prospero (19 February 2010). "Lenovo IdeaPad S10-3 Review". Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  20. ^ a b c d e "Lenovo IdeaPad S10-3 Specs". Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  21. ^ "Netbook Review: Lenovo IdeaPad S205 Specifications". 1 May 2011. Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  22. ^ a b c d e "Lenovo IdeaPad S205 Datasheet" (PDF). Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  23. ^ Delaney, John (2014-11-19). "Lenovo IdeaPad S215". PC Magazine. Retrieved 2015-03-12.
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