Lenovo’s launched its first stick PC the ideacentre™ Stick 300.

Lenovo’s launched its first stick plug and play PC the ideacentre™ Stick 300. I t has web browsing and video conferencing capabilities ..

It is 15 m.m thin, runs with an Intel Baytrail  quad core processor Z3735F, has 2GB of memory RAM, 32GB of storage, Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11 b/g/n Wi Fi, Windows 8.1 upgradable to Windows 10, HDMI port, one Micro USB 2.0 port, SD Card reader. Also has an speaker

It can function with a 2.4GHz wireless keyboard and mouse for typing purposes and has a pre-loaded Microsoft Office 365 for a 3 months trial term.

To debut in July  for $129.- . It is $20 less than the Intel Compute stick.

Press Release:

Shake Hands with the New Lenovo™ ideacentre™ Stick 300: Affordable Personal Computing in the Palm of Your Hand.

Lenovo’s new compute stick delivers powerful computing and big savings in a small package

• Connect Lenovo’s first stick PC to any display to transform it into a computer, ideal for media, web browsing, video chatting and content creation
• ideacentre™ Stick 300 packs a powerful computing punch for a lightweight budget, starting at US $129.
• Provides the performance promise of Intel^® Atom™ Processor Z3735F and the familiarity of Windows, initially shipping with Windows 8.1 but will be eligible for a free upgrade to Windows 10 starting July 29

BEIJING, JUNE 22, 2015 – Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announced the company’s first compute stick, the Lenovo™ ideacentre™ Stick 300. Designed for consumer usage in the home and on-the-go, the new pocket-sized compute stick is powerful enough for entertainment and web browsing, while affordable enough for existing PC owners to justify owning a second or third mobile PC option. The ideacentre™ Stick 300 expands the mobile computing experience and options for savvy shoppers and is suitable for use in the home, dorm or office, while simultaneously offering portability and convenience for travelers.

Thumbs Up on Price

For the wallet friendly starting price of US $129, this plug and play technology can transform almost any HDMI compatible TV or monitor into a fully functioning Windows-based PC. The ideacentre™ Stick 300 does not look like a traditional computer, but it performs like one once a 2.4GHz wireless keyboard and mouse are added.

Transforming the Computing Experience

Imagine transforming the traditional TV in a vacation rental into a smart multi-media hub, capable of streaming a movie, video chatting with relatives or editing a work document on the fly. Convert the dusty monitor lurking in a spare bedroom into a web-enabled homework station, or transform a coveted man-cave into a home cinema.

Worthy of being crowned the “mini-me” of the traditional desktop PC, the pocket-sized ideacentre™ Stick 300 measures only 15 mm thin, boasts Intel^® Atom™ Processor Z3735F, 2G of memory and 32G of storage. It will initially ship with Windows 8.1 but will be available for a free upgrade to Windows 10 starting on July 29. Fully enabled with WiFi and Bluetooth 4.0, the ideacentre™ Stick 300 provides the connectivity you need to power up at any time.

Quote

“We’ve looked at the computing needs of travelers, business people and families, and realized that a truly portable and affordable solution would be a significant benefit to users of all kinds,” said Jun Ouyang, vice president and general manager, Worldwide Desktop and Visuals, Lenovo. “Our goal with the ideacentre™ Stick 300 is to give those users a sense of freedom and enhanced mobility, while packing a serious punch in a small device.”

Price and Availability¹

The Lenovo™ ideacentre™ Stick 300 will be available on www.lenovo.com and will hit retail shelves starting in July. Pricing will start at US $129.

¹Prices do not include tax or shipping and are subject to change without notice and is tied to specific terms and conditions. Reseller prices may vary. Price does not include all advertised features. On-shelf dates may vary by geography and products may only be available in selected markets. All offers subject to availability. Lenovo reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice.

About Lenovo

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