Wednesday, June 15th 2022

Gateway Launches $549 12th Gen Intel Based Laptop, Cow Not Included

Gateway, the beloved computer brand with cow-spotted boxes, introduces its newest mascot, Baby Cow who has a "legen-dairy" announcement. Gateway is launching a new lineup of Ultra Slim notebooks outfitted with the 12th Gen Intel Core processors - including new touch screen notebooks. Priced affordably, Gateway Ultra Slim notebooks are available exclusively at Walmart and Walmart.com. "The last couple of years have changed the way we work, learn, and play, with on-the-go computing being more essential than ever," said Rodney Rad, executive vice president, - GPU Company, licensee of the Gateway brand. "The Gateway brand has remained committed to supporting the changing needs of consumers by offering the most up-to-date technology in portable devices at an affordable price."

The new Gateway Ultra Slim notebooks are ergonomically designed with a modern, lightweight chassis and feature a hinge keyboard that can be elevated for better comfort. The new notebooks come in a variety of screen sizes and colors. Boasting the latest technology, the new Gateway Ultra Slim notebooks are equipped with 12th Gen Intel Core processors for lightning-fast responsiveness, improved multitasking capabilities, and more powerful connections. The 12th Gen Intel Core processors offer faster speeds and outstanding function to provide exceptional computing power and visuals in a thin, lightweight device.
"Intel is delighted to be part of the new Gateway notebook product line at Walmart," said Greg Cnossen, General Manager, Global Consumer Sales at Intel. "Gateway notebooks will be powered by the latest 12th Gen Intel Core processors, delivering fast performance with vibrant graphics to meet all computing needs."

Gateway Ultra Slim notebooks are outfitted with Windows 11, for easy start up, smooth connections, added security including password-free unlocking with Windows Hello, and Focus Assist to block notifications. Featuring Snap Assist and Snap layouts, Windows 11 allows for easy management of multiple windows. Windows 11 includes Microsoft Photos to organize pictures, and even an integration with the Xbox Game Bar to chat with friends, take screen recordings, and monitor game performance.

"The new Gateway Ultra Slim Windows 11 Notebook series offers tremendous value without compromising the functionality customers are looking for," said Linda Rendleman, VP of NA Device Partner Solutions Sales, Microsoft. Corp. "Customers are looking for portability, great sound quality, and the power of Windows 11, these devices have it all at an affordable price."

To add to the enjoyment of mobile entertainment and clear audio conference calls for productivity, the new Gateway Ultra Slim Notebooks are Tuned by THX. This ensures the notebooks provide the best audio quality possible including balanced sound, enhanced audio intelligibility, and optimal frequency response maximized for small speakers.

The new Gateway Ultra Slim notebooks with 12th Gen Intel Core Processors include:
  • Gateway Ultra Slim 15.6" (MSRP $229) features Intel Celeron processor, Windows 11, 4 GB /64 GB, Tuned by THX Audio. It includes a Microsoft 365 Personal 1-Year Subscription. Available in Navy, Red, and Green.
  • Gateway Ultra Slim Touch Screen 14.1" (MSRP $549) features 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1235U processor, Windows 11, 8G Memory /512 GB Solid State Drive, FHD Touch Screen, Tuned by THX Audio. Available in Navy, Black, Silver, and Rose Gold.
  • Gateway Ultra Slim Touch Screen 14.1" (MSRP $699) features 12th Gen Intel Core i7-1255U processor, Windows 11, 8G Memory /512 GB Solid State Drive, FHD Touch Screen, Tuned by THX Audio. Available in Navy, Black, Silver, and Rose Gold.
With so many options in portable devices, Gateway makes it easy and affordable to stay connected while learning, working, creating, and gaming from anywhere. With multiple screen sizes and an array of vibrant colors, there is a Gateway for everyone.

The Gateway Baby Cow says to moo-ve on over to Walmart and Walmart.com for the full lineup of affordable Gateway notebooks and tablets.
Source: Gateway
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36 Comments on Gateway Launches $549 12th Gen Intel Based Laptop, Cow Not Included

#26
Vayra86
TheoneandonlyMrKWow, who knew, I had a gateway system at one point, I think that's the one I put my foot through!?.

Is it me or is that picture slyly implying that windows 11 is a cow and Intel an old goat?!.

Plus I wouldn't use that as my dairy drive.
Well played. Yep.
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#27
Psyclown
I thought Gateway was basically dead. Its been nearly a decade since the last time I had seen one in a store and the last time I went to their website, they were selling laptops with hardware from several years prior.
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#28
TheLostSwede
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PsyclownI thought Gateway was basically dead. Its been nearly a decade since the last time I had seen one in a store and the last time I went to their website, they were selling laptops with hardware from several years prior.
As per one of my earlier replies in this thread, Acer owns the Gateway brand and was selling Acer products branded as Gateway up to a point. Now they licensed the name to some PRC company, so who knows what these products are in terms of quality.
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#29
Psyclown
TheLostSwedeAs per one of my earlier replies in this thread, Acer owns the Gateway brand and was selling Acer products branded as Gateway up to a point. Now they licensed the name to some PRC company, so who knows what these products are in terms of quality.
When I was working retail around 2014, I remember us having Gateway laptops and they were junk then. We also had the other then junk now defunct Acer brand emachines and those were even worse. Its interesting that Packard Bell also became yet another Acer junk brand.
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#30
ThrashZone
Hi,
My acer desktop is still alive to from 2008 hell it was in my entertainment center on water :laugh:
Recently sold it so it plus my gateway lappy are the longest living computers I've ever had
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#31
Psyclown
ThrashZoneHi,
My acer desktop is still alive to from 2008 hell it was in my entertainment center on water :laugh:
Recently sold it so it plus my gateway lappy are the longest living computers I've ever had
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I don't think Acer is bad, just some of those other brands they acquired are bad now. And I'm not saying all Gateways are crap either, but the ones I dealt with directly at least were not laptops I recommended to people unless they were desperate for a computer and staying within a very limited budget was absolutely crucial. These were also Walmart sku numbers and walmart has a reputation for stocking inferior versions of products other retailers carry so that may be the case as well.
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#32
ThrashZone
PsyclownI don't think Acer is bad, just some of those other brands they acquired are bad now. And I'm not saying all Gateways are crap either, but the ones I dealt with directly at least were not laptops I recommended to people unless they were desperate for a computer and staying within a very limited budget was absolutely crucial. These were also Walmart sku numbers and walmart has a reputation for stocking inferior versions of products other retailers carry so that may be the case as well.
Hi,
Most were crap because they came with crapware namely norton or mcafee
Get rid of that/ clean install and they were just fine.
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#33
Psyclown
ThrashZoneHi,
Most were crap because they came with crapware namely norton or mcafee
Get rid of that/ clean install and they were just fine.
Actually speaking of Acers own branded products, one of the nicest laptops we ever had was this muted gold Acer ultra book. I believe it may have been an Aspire S3. I wanted it so bad and I didn't even need it. I still think that was one of the cooler ultrabooks I have seen and it had impressive build quality for how thin it was.
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#34
ThrashZone
PsyclownActually speaking of Acers own branded products, one of the nicest laptops we ever had was this muted gold Acer ultra book. I believe it may have been an Aspire S3. I wanted it so bad and I didn't even need it. I still think that was one of the cooler ultrabooks I have seen and it had impressive build quality for how thin it was.
Hi,
Intel systems were pretty reliable amd were full of driver issues

Manufactures built things differently back then to now days it's like cell phone crap 2-3 years and time to get a new pretty much why I started building my own and haven't bought a new lappy overpriced junk.
Fortunately amd is getting a lot better so my next lappy will likely be amd.
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#35
Psyclown
ThrashZoneHi,
Intel systems were pretty reliable amd were full of driver issues

Manufactures built things differently back then to now days it's like cell phone crap 2-3 years and time to get a new pretty much why I started building my own and haven't bought a new lappy overpriced junk.
Fortunately amd is getting a lot better so my next lappy will likely be amd.
I've been very impressed with AMD's laptop chips lately as well. Thermals and energy use are much better than intel now which of course is crucial in a laptop.
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#36
newtekie1
Semi-Retired Folder
TheLostSwedeAs per one of my earlier replies in this thread, Acer owns the Gateway brand and was selling Acer products branded as Gateway up to a point. Now they licensed the name to some PRC company, so who knows what these products are in terms of quality.
My personal laptop is Gateway branded. I've had it a little over a year, and I'm impressed with it. I paid $650 for it, it has an i5-10300H and an RTX3060. It's missing some creature comforts, like Thunderbolt and USB-C charging. But for a $650 laptop with decent gaming performance, I'm really impressed. It only came with a 256GB NVMe SSD, but there is a second M.2 that I put a 2TB NVMe in and I upgraded the RAM to 16GB. I've been very happy with it.

Linus actually did a video about it here:
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