Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Disney netbooks to target kids

Looks like Disney is also jumping into the netbook bandwagon which is quite unusual for this mega entertainment company. Joining forces with Taiwanese computer maker Asus, Disney plans to launch Disney-branded netbooks called "netpal", which targets kids age 6 to 12.



The Netpal will feature the usual Atom processor, WiFi, a choice of 16GB solid-state disk or 160GB normal hard drive, and be fitted with a 8.9inch display. It's expected to sport two "disney" colors - "Princess Pink" and "Magic Blue". Expect it to weigh around 1kg plus.

Disney will include customizable desktop themes such Mickey Mouse, Toy Story, WALL-E and more which kids can change to their delight.

Since the Netpal will open the kids to the world-wide-web, expect the netpal to come with parental lock system which will allow the youngsters to surf to sites or correspond via email with people approved by the parents.

Netpals will be available through retailers like Amazon and Toys-R-Us.