Asus U6V-2P048C Bamboo Laptop

It's not often that computers are sold on their "spiritual warmth" and "refreshing fragrance" but the star of the world's biggest IT fair is something different.

Instead of shiny plastic, the Asus Bamboo Series notebook is encased in laminated bamboo strips, and the result is a groundbreaking notebook which is both aesthetically pleasing and good for the environment.

The first thing about the Asus Bamboo Series notebook that commands immediate and unfailing attention is its artisan-grade Moso bamboo paneling, which is crafted with the precision and care typically associated with bamboo instruments and arts and crafts. The organic tactility, refreshing scent and minimalist aesthetics of bamboo lend the ASUS Bamboo Series notebook an arresting aura of spirituality, warmth and old world charm that synthetic materials and cold, impersonal metals will struggle to replicate.

Furthermore – like any piece of original art – every Asus Bamboo Series notebook is unique, each with its own natural patterning that is brought out beautifully by ASUS' proprietary manufacturing process.

None of this comes at the expense of computing power or ease of use. This machine features a powerful Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 4GB of RAM, dedicated graphics, and a stunning 12.1" widescreen display.

The Asus Bamboo Series notebook is proof positive that meeting the demands of modern computing can be reconciled with the need to preserve the Earth.

• Processor (CPU): Intel Core 2 Duo T9400 (2.53 GHz)
• Memory (RAM): 4096MB (2048x2) DDRII 800
• Hard Drive: 320GB (4200rpm)
• Optical Drive: Slim 8X DVD Super Multi Dual Layer
• Display: 12.1" WXGA (1280x800, Colour-Shine, LED backlight)
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 9300M G, 256MB dedicated
• Communication: Intel WiFi Link 5100 (AGN)
• Multimedia: 0.3 Mega Pixel web camera
• Weight: 1.57kg
• Operating System: Windows Vista Home Premium
• Warranty: 2 Years