What the heck’s a Zombu?

May 9, 2008

It’s a super green friendly computer, that’s what.
The Zombu comes as a desktop or laptop device and runs on only 15 watts of power (about 10% of what the average computer uses). Not only that, it’s certified by a slew of green rating boards, and they even offer free recycling to eliminate e-waste.

Here’s the specs on the laptop.

  • Processor: 1.5GHz, VIA C7-M Intel-compatible, low energy use
  • Display: 15.4″ WXGA Widescreen (1440 x 900) and VGA output
  • Memory: 512MB
  • Hard Disk local storage: 60GB (58GB for your data)
  • Optical Drive: DVD-ROM/CD-RW
  • Graphics: VIA Chrome9 HC IGP (64MB shared memory, 128MB maximum)
  • Audio: built-in speaker, microphone and headphone ports
  • 3 USB 2.0 ports
  • Ethernet: 10/100 Mbps built-in - broadband ready
  • Wifi: Built-in 802.11b/g
  • Power Supply: 65 Watt AC-DC Adapter
  • Battery: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 2h30 to 3h, depending on usage
  • Measurements: 14.1″ x 10.7″ x 1.5″ (35.8cm x 27.2cm x 3.8cm)
  • Weight: 5.3lbs (2.4kg)
  • Keyboard: American QWERTY

On top of that the computer is low cost, starting at $99 and $14.95/month.
Find out more, and give some thought to going a little greener with your next computer purchase.

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Comments

2 Responses to “What the heck’s a Zombu?”

  1. AndyT on May 12th, 2008 5:07 pm

    I wonder what the OS is? They talk about “updating the OS” but they don’t say what it is. Strange. Like the idea though, and will investigate.

  2. Nannno on June 7th, 2008 7:49 pm

    I’m gonna get me one of these. I like the idea but I really like that price. Wonderful.

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