Zenith Computers today announced to introduce the true low-cost laptop and desktop PC in the Indian market under its EcoStyle brand.

Running on Microsoft OS, both the ecologically responsible devices guarantee to consume 30 percent less power than typical computer due to a smaller screen size.

Intended for youth, the aesthetically designed EcoStyle laptop comes with Microsoft productivity suite such as Windows XP Home Edition operating system; Microsoft Works that includes Word Processor, spreadsheets and PPT viewer; and Microsoft Windows Live Suite that consists of Email Client, Messenger and Family Safety from Windows Live OneCare.

During the announcement, Raj Saraf, CMD, Zenith Computers, said, “This initiative is a part of our continuous effort to foster advanced and hassle free computing experience. The initial Rs 10,000 PC was launched with much fanfare, however it failed to perform. With the EcoStyle PC, Zenith is bringing a true low-cost PC which underlines performance and affordability for the consumers.”

Weighing 2.2kg, the portable Zenith EcoStyle PC comes with an option of Windows Vista Starter or Microsoft Windows XP Home operating system. Measuring 185mm x 250 mm x 70 mm, the desktop PC also integrates the Microsoft productivity suite.

Elaborating on the special initiative, Ravi Venkatesan, Chairman, Microsoft India, said, “Under the Microsoft Unlimited Potential initiative, our effort is to bring sustained social and economic opportunity to people who currently don’t enjoy the benefits of technology. Our aim is to propel a wider acceptance for IT amongst the masses by extending an opportunity to learn, connect, create, and succeed by combining advanced technologies and relevant partnerships.”

The Zenith EcoStyle laptop is priced at Rs 14,999, while The EcoStyle PC costs Rs 11,999.