BenQ Joybook Lite U121 video unboxing

The BenQ Joybook Lite U121 Eco is an 11.6-inch netbook. The Eco part of the name refers to the fact that around 25 percent of the netbook uses recycled materials and this even extends to the packaging materials used. The U121 has the option of hybrid (HDD/SDD) storage. It also has a quick charge facility that allows you to charge 80 percent of the 6-cell battery in just 1 hour. On a fully charged basis, the battery will be good for 8 hours.

The guys at NetbookNews already had a quick preview of the unit last month but are now able to do a full unboxing. Sascha felt that keyboard was well made, but the tiny touchpad was a disappointment. There is also a sim card slot that makes it ready for 3G use. You can check out the full video after the jump. Read more

BenQ Joybook Lite U121 Eco hands-on video impressions

The BenQ Joybook Lite U121 Eco is an 11.6-inch netbook that lives up to its ‘Eco’ name. Around 25 percent of the netbook uses recycled materials and this even extends to the packaging materials used. Despite this, the U121 is still a fully featured model and even comes with the option of hybrid (HDD/SDD) storage. Microsoft is ‘banning’ netbooks with hybrid storage that use Windows XP Home, so I imagine the U121 Eco is using a different operating system.

NetbookNews managed to get hands-on with the netbook and we are treated to a video tour of the device. Unfortunately it wasn’t switched on, so we couldn’t see what OS it was running. It comes with a non-glossy lid, but the 11.6-inch (1366 x 768) resolution is very glossy indeed. You’ll find the usual array of ports on the device, although it does seem to be missing the HDMI-out that was listed from the original announcement. Read more

BenQ announces 11.6-inch Joybook Lite U121 Eco netbook

BenQ has officially launched its latest netbook, the uniquely named, Joybook Lite U121 Eco. This 11.6-inch netbook certainly seems quite intriguing, it has a quick charge facility that allows you to charge 80 percent of the 6-cell battery in just 1 hour. On a fully charged basis, the battery will be good for 8 hours.

The Lite U121 also offers optional hybrid storage (32GB SSD & 500GB HDD). The netbook boasts a high-resolution (1366 x 768) LED backlit display and is powered by a Z520 or Z530 Intel Atom CPU. Other features include Wireless draft-N support, optional Bluetooth 2.1 & 3G, a 1.3MP webcam, TruSurround speaker technology, a full-sized keyboard and a HDMI port. All of this in a package that weighs just 1.3kg and a low operating noise of just 26db.

The BenQ Joybook Lite’ also has an ecological label. Aside from being energy efficient, the BenQ Joybook Lite also features recyclable materials – 75 percent of its mechanical elements, and 70 percent of its packaging. BenQ is emphasising the eco points of the netbook in terms of its colours too. This includes an ocean blue colour option and arctic white option. The Joybook Lite U121 Eco will be available in June, 2009 in China, Malaysia, and Taiwan. No details on an European or US release so far.

Via Engadget.