BenQ Joybook Lite U102 [Lightweight Laptop Heavy on Features]

If you travel a lot and require the constant connectivity so commonplace in today’s world, you know the importance of having technology that fits your lifestyle. There are plenty of small notebooks on the market, but their sacrifice in size often comes at the expense of features. What if you could get your hands on a feature-rich laptop that wouldn’t wreak havoc with your rotator cuff? The sultans of small at BenQ have just the thing. The Joybook Lite U102 lightweight notebook computer is just for you. It does away with the bulk and weight, but keeps all the key functionality and ease of use. And did I mention it looks damn good, too?

BenQ has just announced the release of their new Joybook Lite U102 lightweight netbook PC and at just 1.05kg/2.3 lbs it is light enough for even the most stalwart road warrior. Powered by Intel’s Atom N270/N280 processor, the U102 has 1GB RAM and a 250GB hard drive. It features a 10.1 1024×600 LCD display with LED-backlight, a 1.3 megapixel webcam. It also comes complete with a 4-in-1 card reader to handle your portable media needs. What about wireless connectivity, you ask? The Joybook Lite U102 supports not just WiFi 802.11b/g and Bluetooth but also sports optional 3.75 HSUPA connectivity.

While we don’t have word on when it will be available to the masses, it has already dropped in Thailand, China, and Taiwan. So we can hope that the rest of us won’t be left out in the cold for too long. Full specs and even more cool shots of this shiny black beauty are available at www.benq.com. Retail pricing TBD.