Singapore, Aug 28, 2009 – ViewSonic, a global technology provider and renowned worldwide leader of visual display products, has entered the PC market on a roll. Today, ViewSonic Singapore has announced an addition to its recently released personal computing line – the VNB101 NetBooks.

The VNB101 NetBook features portability and power in a sleek, sturdy package. Drawing on its vast experience in LCD technology, ViewSonic has created an ideal portable PC solution which offers alternative options according to user preferences.

Sporting a super slim 25mm design and ultra light weight (1.1kg), the VNB101 is the elite NetBook that boasts a frameless screen design for brilliant edge-to-edge images. The IML (In-Mold Lamination) surface finishing resists scratches and gives the Netbook a long lasting shine. Beneath its surface is a powerful Intel® Atom™ N280 processor, with 1GB memory, 160GB of storage and Genuine Microsoft Windows® XP Home Edition equipped with Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g wireless LAN connectivity, 10/100Mbps fast Ethernet and built-in Bluetooth. The VNB101 also comes with today’s best high-capacity lithium-polymer battery that is lighter, thinner, more reliable and has a longer life span even after numerous recharging. What’s more, the VNB101 has a 8-second quick startup feature which allows user to connect to the online activities without waiting for Windows to load . The multi-touch control pad feature also gives you the freedom to browse web pages, zoom and rotate images, or jump pages as easily as moving two fingers. Perfect for the professional on the go, the VNB101 provides real power reliability in a well-designed, sophisticated package.

ViewSonic on Top Cloud Computing initiative As cloud computing continues to gain popularity, expensive PCs are no longer essential as the use of desktop applications and software is decreasing. ViewSonic’s On Top initiative incorporates two computing platforms that assist with this transformation of desktop PCs into Web-centric displays that communicate to software applications running on the Internet. The new ViewSonic line of visual computing products is a natural progression to aid the shift in demand for portability and mobility.

“We are excited to provide a new line of products that offers customers computing options that fit their lifestyle,” said Amy Wu, Vice President, Sales / Asia Pacific & MEA region. “Backed by 20 years of display experience and with strong PC partners to deliver computing demands, this powerful combination positions ViewSonic to supply affordable products at excellent quality.”