11.21.2008

Packard Bell EasyNote BG48 Limited Edition Release Now


Packard Bell has launched the 12-inch EasyNote BG48, the first of three new limited edition models of the notebook. Following the apparent success of similar limited editions in time for Christmas last year, the three new notebooks are the 12-inch EasyNote BG48, the 13-inch EasyNote RS66 and the 17-inch EasyNote ST86.

Standard features of the new notebook are a 12.1-inch Diamond View display, Intel integrated graphics, the latest Intel Centrino 2 processor technology, a 4-in-1 card reader, built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet and a 1.3-megapixel webcam and weight 1.6kg, it gets a glossy white and aluminium colour scheme with a chocolate edge trim, luminous touch buttons and a light-ring around the touch pad.

“Tech chic buyers are more prevalent than ever before. They continue to drive demand for fashionable high tech products with a touch of exclusivity. That’s exactly what the chocolate EasyNote BG48 delivers,” says Emmanuel Fromont, Sales & Marketing Vice President, Packard
Bell.

Software bundled with the little laptop includes Norton Internet Security, Carbonite to backup online, Adobe Photoshop Elements 6 full version, Nero 8 Essentials, Microsoft Works 9 and one or more of the following gaming titles, Disney/Pixar Wall. E, EA Need for Speed Prostreet.

The Packard Bell EasyNote BG48 notebook is available now with price starting from €599 ($748), no word on price or dates for the larger models.