CTL Announces 2go PC Netbooks

CTL Corporation has announced the commercial availability of the 2go PC, an affordable mini laptop for children which is based on Intel’s Classmate PC “netbook”.

“The 2go PC is a 3-lb. unit based on the Intel Celeron M processor and the Intel 915GMS chipset. It has a 9-inch 800 x 480 LCD screen, and a 40GB Seagate hard drive. The notebook features a sturdy plastic case, two integrated speakers, 2 USB ports, RJ-45 10/100 LAN ports and 4-cell Lithium Ion batteries with 3 to 4-hr. typical usage time. It is Microsoft Windows XP-available and will run Linux as well. The computers will also feature built in webcams and memory card readers.” CTL says.

The 2go PCs will be priced from about $300 to $500. The first netbooks for the U.S. market will be available through the Amazon.com website and CTL’s integration partners. There is no information on the availability date.

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