Intel have launched their latest Classmate PC design, the CTL 2go Convertible Classmate PC NL2, and to be honest we’re wondering why kids get to play with this and we don’t. Based on Intel’s Atom N450 1.66GHz processor, paired with 1GB of RAM and a choice of up to 32GB of flash or a 2.5-inch HDD, the NL2 gets a 10.1-inch 1024 x 600 resistive touchscreen, water-resistant keyboard and touchpad, and optional WiMAX, 3G or GPS.
WiFi b/g/n and ethernet are standard, as are two USB 2.0 ports, dual audio jacks (for two children to share the same machine), an SD card slot and VGA output. There’s also an accelerometer to flip the display between portrait and landscape orientation automatically, something made easier thanks to the built-in retractable handle.
Intel reckon you can drop the NL2 up to 70cm (for the flash model; 60cm for the HDD version) without damage, while they say the 4-cell battery is good for up to 4.8hrs and the 6-cell battery up to 8.5hrs. Options include a microbial keyboard and various OSes including Windows 7, XP or Intel’s own custom Linux build.