Lenovo Launches Seven-inch IdeaPad Tablet A1

The Affordable Tablet For Those Constantly On The Go

MALAYSIA, KUALA LUMPUR – December 22, 2011: Lenovo today announced a new addition to its family of tablets – the IdeaPad Tablet A1 for consumers, from just RM799. Lenovo's new seven-inch tablet is based upon the Android 2.3 operating system and becomes the third member of Lenovo's Android-based tablet lineup. The IdeaPad Tablet A1 features a magnesium alloy roll-cage to protect critical components and unique offline GPS navigation technology that allows direct satellite connection regardless of internet access. The Android-powered IdeaPad Tablet A1 also provides access to hundreds of thousands of apps in Android Market as well as apps tested for the Lenovo device in the Lenovo App Shop.

“When it comes to personal devices like tablets, Lenovo believes one size does not fit all. That’s why we’ve added the IdeaPad Tablet A1 to our family of offerings, which provides great features and innovative technology at an exceptionally affordable price,” said Khoo Hung Chuan, Country General Manager, Lenovo Malaysia. “The IdeaPad Tablet A1’s compact design coupled with unique features like our GPS navigation technology and Lenovo Launch Zone app is a compelling choice for consumers seeking a fun tablet for on-the-go.”A Dependable Digital Companion
Available in two attractive colors – black and white -- the IdeaPad Tablet A1’s compact size and lightweight design means this seven-inch device is highly portable and ready for life’s next adventure. Proving that good things come in small packages, at just 11.95mm thick, and light, at 400 grams, the IdeaPad Tablet A1 comes loaded out-of-the-box with the kind of apps that users want in a tablet including for example, pre-loaded apps from Documents to Go, Adobe, eBuddy, Kindle, mSpot and others.

The IdeaPad Tablet A1 also includes Lenovo Launch Zone for easy content access that can be fully customized with favorite websites, apps or programs.

Wrapped in an internal Magnesium alloy roll-cage to protect the hard drive and other system components, users can feel confident that their data is protected. In addition, the IdeaPad Tablet A1’s two-point capacitive multi-touch screen also provides a delightful interactive touch screen experience.
For Your Viewing Pleasure
The IdeaPad Tablet A1 allows users to enjoy their favorite videos and movies on-the-go in vibrant clarity with its 1024 X 600 resolution LED screen. With an integrated front (0.3 M) and back (3.0 M) mounted webcam, users can capture life’s moments in still photographs or video, or speak “face to face” with friends and family with Skype and other popular VoIP programs.

Surfing the Web is a breeze thanks to the built-in Adobe Flash Player 10.2. Users can browse their favorite websites, enjoy Flash-based games and watch online videos with ease.
Never Worry About Getting Lost Again
Getting lost is never fun, whether you’re a seasoned traveler, busy mom or dad on the go, or a band late for a gig. Spotty internet connections can make it difficult to look up an address or pull up Google Maps. The IdeaPad Tablet A1’s unique offline GPS navigation technology allows users to get to where they’re going faster by enabling direct connection to a satellite regardless of an internet connection.

Lenovo App Shop -- Premium Ecosystem of Apps and Content Services
In addition to the hundreds of thousands of apps available in Android Market, IdeaPad Tablet A1 users have access to apps in the Lenovo App Shop -- a unique app marketplace offering country-specific applications, currency, and languages, which features popular applications that have been tested specifically for Lenovo IdeaPad Tablets. The Lenovo App Shop offers apps within a broad range of categories including music, movies, books, productivity, social networking, weather, printing and more.

Pricing and Availability1
The IdeaPad Tablet A1 is priced at RM799 and is available from January 2012 through all Lenovo Exclusive Stores and authorized retail outlets.