Squeezing a laptop platform behind the screen, the all-in-one (AIO) desktop's appeal lies in a smaller footprint and reduced cable clutter as it requires only a single power line. But with notebooks offering a similar performance at around the same price range, and Internet HDTVs elbowing into AIOs' home entertainment functions, this category is facing stiff competition these days.
Lenovo, however, is fighting back with the IdeaCentre A310. Replacing the older Core 2 Duo A300 AIO, the new Intel Core-i desktop not only offers entertainment value, but also technology from its laptop division. For starters, the A310 comes with Lenovo Enhanced Experience for Windows 7, which, according to the Chinese maker, means the system boots up and shuts down faster than most of its competitors. In addition, the AIO features the proprietary Lenovo Rescue System, which automates data backup and recovery.
When it comes to casual multimedia entertainment, the A310 offers an optional TV tuner and remote control for over-the-air broadcasts. The AIO also sports a full HD 21.5-inch display that's LED-backlit, though you'll need to hook up an external DVD or Blu-ray drive if you want to watch movies from discs. An interesting feature is the HDMI ports. One port allows the A310 to output to a larger display, while the other permits gaming consoles or Blu-ray players to use the AIO as a screen.
Lenovo IdeaCentre A310
Core i3/i5 processor
21.5-inch LED-backlit display (1,920 x 1,080)
Integrated Intel graphics
Up to 8GB RAM
Up to 500GB HDD
802.11n, Bluetooth and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
Four USB 2.0, HDMI-in, HDMI-out, 5-in-1 card reader
Integrated Webcam
Optional external optical drive
Optional TV tuner
Bluetooth keyboard and mouse
Windows 7 Home Premium
524 x 396 x 207mm
9.5kg
The IdeaCentre A310 will launch in Asia from end-October, with pricing details revealed closer to date.
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