InFocus Buddy notebook launched at Rs 14,999

Snapdeal has announced the availability of the InFocus Buddy notebook that has been priced at Rs 14,999. The device is a low-powered notebook that comes with basic hardware specifications and the power of Microsoft’s Windows 10 all bundled into a sturdy package at a low price. The notebook will be available in gold and silver models and remain exclusive to Snapdeal. The tablet indeed delivers Windows 10 on a budget. With that said, the device is manufactured by Foxconn so one could expect better build quality compared to similar priced offerings in the market. Coming to the specifications, users will be treated to a 13.3-inch HD display that supports eDP. Inside we get a 2.6GHz Intel Celeron processor based on the latest Braswell platform coupled with 2GB DDR3L RAM. Internal storage is limited to a 32GB eMMC and can be expanded using a 256GB SSD as well.  The system also includes a microSD card slot for storage expansion. The notebook is 18mm thick, weighs 1.6 kgs and also features a single HDMI port and two USB 3.0 ports. While the capacity of battery has not been revealed, InFocus claims that the laptop will last for eight hours while viewing HD video. Speaking about the launch, Tony Navin, Senior Vice President, Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives, Snapdeal, said, “We are excited to exclusively launch the power-packed InFocus Buddy Notebook, strengthening our rich assortment of close to 1000 products in the laptop category. We are confident that it will be well received by our customers who are looking to upgrade to a sleek notebook experience at an affordable price.” Commenting on the launch, the InFocus India team said, “With InFocus Buddy Notebook, we want everyone to be able to get the experience of a full-fledged notebook for just INR 14, 999, which is still seen as a preserve of high-end laptops. InFocus Buddy is our endeavor to cater to the core needs of youth — Internet browsing, multimedia and portability. The laptop delivers high performance, superior build quality of Foxconn, and a high design quotient while being low on budget.”