Gateway launches new LT32 and LT22 Netbooks in Canada

Gateway, the sister company of the world’s number 2 PC maker Acer, has just announced two new netbooks, the LT32 & LT22. Both these machines sport single-core AMD Neo processors, which are more powerful but more power hungry than the Intel Atom CPU’s found in most netbooks.  This additional horsepower, with the addition of ATI Radeon 4225 graphics and an HDMI port, allow these ‘Premium Netbooks’ to server as portable HD entertainment centres – they both should have no problem outputting 720p video to any HDTV (however we can’t comfortably say that they can output 1080p smoothly without testing them first).

Like the rest of Gateway’s new notebook like, such as the NV5 and ID series, the LT netbooks feature a dedicated ‘social networking’ button that launches popular social networking sites, such as Facebook, YouTube and Flickr. As Doug mentioned, in his post about the NV series, Twitter is not included for some reason, so once we go hands-on we’ll have to look into whether it can be added.

The matte blue LT32 has an AMD Athlon II Neo K125 CPU, 3GB of RAM, a 16:9 11.6 inch screen (1366 x 768), 320GB hard drive, Wireless N, HDMI out, integrated HD webcam, multi-touch touchpad, Windows 7 Home Premium, up to 5.5 hours of battery life, and retails for $449.99.

The matte brown LT22 has the same CPU, 1GB of RAM, with a 16:9 10.6 inch screen (1024×600), 250GB hard drive, Wireless N, HDMI out, integrated HD webcam, multi-touch touchpad, Windows 7 Starter, up to 6.5 hours of battery life, and retails for $349.99.

Both these computers look to be excellent value for money and a step up from the average netbook. If you are in the market for a new ultra-portable I would take a good look at them, especially the LT32, which strikes a good balance between price and specs.

Gallery and full press release after the break.

Gateway LT32 and LT22 Netbooks Delivers Mobile HD Entertainment, Enhanced Performance

Two new lines boast advanced performance with AMD NEO processors, ATI graphics and HDMI, making them ideal for high-def entertainment on-the-go

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, Aug. 9, 2010 – Gateway today introduced in Canada the new Gateway LT32 and LT22 Series netbook lines that provide great performance and HD entertainment capabilities for consumers that want to take their fun to go in a compact, highly-functional device.

The new Gateway LT32 and LT22 lines use AMD Athlon(tm) II Neo processors and ATI graphics for enhanced responsiveness and smooth video playback. Additionally, both new lines have HDMI 1080p output, which lets customers use a convenient single cable connection to deliver HD video and audio to an external source such as a home entertainment system or LCD display.

The Gateway LT32 has an 11.6-inch HD LED-backlit display and comes in a compact size that measures less than an inch thin and weighs only 2.98 pounds.

The Gateway LT22 netbook has a 10.1-inch LED backlit display that measures less than an inch thin and weighs only 2.76 pounds.

“The new Gateway LT32 and LT22 are our ultra-mobile entertainment powerhouse netbooks,” said Chris Chiang, retail product marketing manager, Gateway. “They both deliver a heightened level of performance and HD entertainment with the powerful combination of AMD Neo processors, ATI graphics and the crisp and clear HD display. The HDMI port means that customers can enjoy their digital entertainment on a large external display wherever they go.”

Improved Netbook Performance, Graphics Boost Enhanced by Large HD Display

The Gateway LT32 and LT22 netbook lines use an AMD Athlon II Neo K125 processor backed by ample DDR3 system memory for speedy web-browsing, music downloads, moving through applications, and handling multiple tasks. Plus, the ATI Radeon HD 4225 Graphics with 384MB of dedicated system memory provides superb graphics and visuals. The result is sharper high definition images, richer color, and smooth video and games.

Video and digital media look vibrant on the new netbook’s impressive Ultrabright LED-backlit displays. The Gateway LT32’s features a high-definition 11.6-inch screen with 1366 x 768 resolution boosts detail and clarity. The Gateway LT22 netboook has a 10.1-inch display with 1024 x 600 resolution that also delivers clear visuals. Both netbook lines’ displays have a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio, which is great for enjoying Internet video including Flash video and watching movies.

Customers can take all the photos, video, music and documents they want on the go; the LT32 features a large 320GB hard disk drive, while the LT22 has a 250GB hard disk drive.(1) Both systems feature a six-cell battery that provides up to 5.5 hours in battery life on the LT32 and up to 6.5 hours on the LT22, so customers can stay in touch and productive.(2)

Ready to Stay in Touch with WiFi, One-Touch Social Networking

Staying in touch with the new Gateway LT32 and LT22 netbooks is easy and fun. All models have Wi-Fi(r) b/g/n for connecting at wireless home networks and hotspots. The integrated HD webcam in the new netbook lines gives consumers an easy way to capture photos and video, record video emails and take part in video-conferencing. Plus, the built-in digital microphone conveys excellent voice quality, keeping background noise levels low and minimizing echoes.

The Gateway LT32 and LT22 netbooks easily connect to peripherals such as printers, displays and digital cameras. In addition to the HDMI port, they have two USB 2.0 ports for connecting multiple devices simultaneously as well as Gigabit Ethernet as well as a multi-in-one digital card reader for accepting popular digital media cards.

Like the rest of Gateway’s new notebook and netbook lines, the new Gateway LT32 and LT22 Series feature dedicated “social networking,” accessed through a dedicated key to launch today’s most popular social networking sites – Facebook, YouTube and Flickr. With it, customers have a constant connection that is easy to access and will help them stay up-to-date with contacts on news and the latest posts.

Enjoyable to Use, Stylish Designs

The Gateway LT32 and LT22 netbooks give customers a boost in productivity with the multi-gesture touchpad that lets customers intuitively move through their applications and digital media. For example, customers can make a pinching motion to zoom in and out on documents, photos and websites, and a flipping motion to move quickly through photos, web pages and PDF documents.

The Gateway LT32 netbook’s look is sleek and modern, and features a matte chassis blue cover that resists fingerprints with a wave pattern that is subtle yet distinctive. The Gateway LT22 comes in a streamlined design in either matte silver or brown covering a subtle honeycomb chassis design.

Pricing and Availability

The new Gateway LT32 is available now at a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of CAD $449.99 and comes with Windows 7 Premium. The Gateway LT22 is available now at a starting MSRP of CAD $349.99 and comes with Windows Starter.

Gateway Limited Warranty, Service and Support

The Gateway LT32 netbook line is backed by a one year warranty.(3) Gateway’s commitment to quality and reliability is evident in its award-winning line of PCs as well as in its exceptional service and support programs. In addition to the company’s standard limited warranty options,(4) its extensive online support center helps customers maximize their PC investment; it gives them easy access to customer support representatives and information on important issues such as warranties, technical issues and upgrading.

About Gateway

Since its founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway has been a technology pioneer, offering award-winning products and world-class service to customers worldwide. Gateway is a wholly owned subsidiary of Acer Inc., the second-largest PC company both globally and in Canada(5) See www.gateway.com for more information.

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All offers subject to change without notice or obligation and may not be available through all sales channels. Prices listed are manufacturer suggested retail prices and may vary by retail location. Applicable taxes extra. (c)2008 Gateway, Inc. Gateway Terms & Conditions of Sale apply. Trademarks used herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

(1) Accessible capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion bytes.

(2) Your computer’s battery life may vary depending on product specifications, computer settings, and applications or features launched. The listed battery life is for individual battery packs tested with MobileMark 2007 in productivity test mode and browsing websites via wireless connection. All batteries’ maximum capacity will diminish with time and use.

(3) Service methods subject to change without notice or obligation.

(4) Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit gateway.com or call 1-800-846-2000 for a free copy. Service agreements are issued and performed by third parties. May not be available in all locations. Availability varies. Other conditions apply.

(5) Source: Gartner data, FY 2009.