Is there ever going to be an end to new Netbooks, you know those delightful low cost devices that have caused such an upheaval in the computer industry in the last couple of years? It seems not.
The latest kid on the Netbook block is aimed at the youngest of those amongst us. Computer giant Dell has partnered with kids programme channel Nickelodeon to bring us the Inspiron Mini Nickelodeon Edition Netbook with personalisation.
Designed totally with kids in mind so inevitably includes the necessary parental controls, the Inspiron Mini Nickelodeon Edition Netbook is safe as well as educational and entertaining, and of course it is hard wearing.
“Moms insisted that we deliver on three things when it comes to a computer for their children,” said Michael Tatelman, vice president of Dell Global Consumer Sales and Marketing.
“First, help provide a safe computing experience. Second, provide superior educational content as well as a world-class entertainment experience. Third, partner with trusted brands. The Dell Inspiron Mini Nickelodeon Edition passes with flying colours on all counts.”
Kids are able to choose a Netbook covered in green slime, well to be more precise a green colour scheme characteristic of Nickelodeon. Or if that’s not to their liking they can go for SpongeBob SquarePants or iCarly themes.
And what are Nickelodeon saying?
“With the Dell Inspiron Mini Nickelodeon Edition, we want to provide today’s tech-savvy kids with a creative, fun tool to help kids excel while learning and entertaining themselves on the computer,” said Leigh Anne Brodsky, president of Nickelodeon & Viacom Consumer Products.
“Simultaneously, we want to give parents features to help ensure their kids are safe online.”
She also said the “sweet spot” for the PC was the “Tween” market but don’t make the mistake of thinking this latest Netbook is a toy, “this really is not a toy. This is the real deal” says Brodsky.
The 10.1 inch lightweight Netbook is based on Dell’s Inspiron Mini 10v Netbook and comes with on board Wi-Fi, a Nickelodeon themed interface, quick access to online Nickelodeon sites and other suitable content which includes a desktop animaticon linked to educational content from Whyville.net.
No pricing details have been released for the new Netbook yet but apparently the Dell Inspiron Mini Nickelodeon Edition Netbook will be available from October in the US from Dell’s online store and from Walmart.
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