NPadF: Compact and Affordable 2-in-1 Laptop Debuts on Kickstarter
Looking for a compact 2-in-1 without breaking the bank? Meet the NPadF. This is a fresh entry in the 2-in-1 convertible laptop market. Launched on Kickstarter, this device is forging its own path. It offers a unique form factor and an attractive starting price of just $499.
A New Take on the 2-in-1 Design
While most 2-in-1s go the detachable keyboard route, like the Surface Pro, the NPadF takes another route. It is designed with a unique 'wallet-style A-shell'. This could be considered a middle ground between the flexible Surface Laptop Studio 2 and the ultra-compact One-Netbook 5. There's a promise of versatility. This is thanks to allowing various usage modes to suit where you want to work or play.
The display is a crisp 10.95-inch IPS panel. It runs a 1920 x 1200 resolution. It's a 16:10 aspect ratio, which is great for productivity. It boasts 10-point multi-touch. Plus, for those who love digital inking, pen input is supported. Details on pressure sensitivity are still under wraps.
NPadF Design and Usage Modes
Different usage postures of the NPadF
Power and Performance in a Small Package
Under the hood, you have a choice. Select the efficient Intel Processor N100 or the more powerful Core i3-1215U. Performance benchmarks show a significant difference between these. Your choice here will depend on your needs. Battery life is provided by a 34.5 Wh battery. All this keeps the weight under 1 kg – at just 978g (charger excluded). Connectivity-wise, it’s equipped with Bluetooth 5.2 and Wi-Fi 6, along with dual 2W speakers.
Pricing and Availability
The NPadF is live on Kickstarter now. Its starting prices are kinda impossible to look away from:
- Starting at $499: This base model includes the Processor N100, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
- For $150 more: You can upgrade to the Core i3-1215U version. This also doubles your RAM to 16GB and storage to 512GB.
NPadF aims to start shipping these compact 2-in-1s in April 2025. If you’re intrigued by a blend of portability, unique design, and affordability, the NPadF might just be worth a closer look on Kickstarter.
Source: NPadF Kickstarter Campaign
