BenQ officially expanded its ultra-portable netbook series today with the debut of the new Joybook Lite U103, a sub-one-inch wonder outfitted with Intel’s new Atom processor, genuine Windows 7 operating system, dual drives, and comprehensive connectivity. The BenQ U103 is graced with a 10.1” UltraVivid LED backlit 16:9 display, a 1.3MP webcam, and a unique BenQ intuitive multi-touch touchpad. The Joybook Lite U103 is the first 10” netbook equipped with SRS TruSurround HD and SRS CS Headphone. A substantial 532GB maximum capacity dual drive combines a built-in 500GB maximum-capacity HDD and an optional 32GB SSD, sufficient for amassing an impressive mobile library of movies, music, pictures, and more.

The handy SSD saves users time by enabling them to quickly access information on the SSD.Enhancing generous battery life is Q-Charge, which quickly and conveniently recovers 4.5 hours of battery life (for the 6-cell battery) in an hour. Available in Arctic White and Ocean Blue, BenQ’s new Joybook Lite U103 ultra-portable netbook will be available January 4, 2010 in China, Taiwan, and Thailand.