Gateway 3018GZ: Ultraportable Widescreen Notebook

Gateway announced what is being touted as its most diverse line of notebook PCs. The line-up includes the new Gateway 3018GZ, a widescreen notebook that is available in the sub-$1000 range. The 3018GZ is just 1.2 inches think and weighs in at 5.25 pounds.

Featuring a 14.1" WXGA Ultrabright widescreen display, the laptop offers a wide viewing area, great for watching movies with your roommates. Even though it is in an ultra-portable form factor, the Gateway 3018GZ boasts a full-size keyboard making it comfortable to use (and not having to relearn a few keys - believe me, I know how much of a problem that can be!). As usual, it comes with on-board 802.11 g wireless support and a 10/100 Ethernet connectivity option. Targeted primarily at students, the notebook is powered by an Intel Celeron-M processor.

There's also a combo CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive plus integrated 4-in-1 digital media reader that reads MMC, SD, Memory Stick and MS Pro. The Gateway 3018GZ carries a price tag of US $999.99.