The 5.6-inch LifeBook U820 weights 1.32 pounds (0.6 kg) and features an Intel Atom Z-series processor. Fujitsu promises 7.5 hours of life with a four-cell battery and 3.5 hours with a new two-cell unit. The mini-tablet notebook also has integrated support for 1080p video for viewing high-definition content on the WXGA display.
Fujitsu has added an additional row of keys and a new keyboard layout to the U820 to more closely approximate a standard QWERTY keyboard. The system also includes a fingerprint sensor, a BIOS (basic input/output system) lock and a 1.3-megapixel camera. Users can choose either a 120GB hard drive or up to a 64GB solid state drive. It also features a zoom utility for easier screen viewing, integrated Bluetooth, and three-way input via keyboard, touch or pen.
Fujitsu has also added a built-in GPS receiver and integrated Garmin Mobile PC software.
"The GPS is the biggest thing we've added. It's a consumer feature, but anyone who is traveling can use their notebook as a GPS. They wouldn't have to carry another GPS device with them," Jennifer Juwono, product manager for the LifeBook U800 Mini-Notebook, told TechNewsWorld.
With a base price of US$1,049, the U820 ships with Windows Vista Business or Home Premium pre-installed.