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Acer Aspire AS5738PG Touch-Screen Laptop

2010-06-20T09:37:00.000-05:00

Acer officially announced the Aspire AS5738PG, a multi-touch 15.6-inch display with Intel’s processor and pre-installed with Windows 7 Operating System. The first model is the Aspire AS5738PG-6306, where the laptop is boosted by Intel’s Core 2 Duo T6600 2.2GHz processor, the ATI Radeon HD 4570 512MB dedicated graphics, 4GB of DDR2 memory, a DVD burner, and a 320GB SATA hard drive. The display itself boasts a resolution of 1366×768 pixels and uses LED backlight. The company says the users will be able to touch anywhere on the AS5738PG’s screen using one or two fingertips to play movies, zoom in and out on websites, edit photos and video, handwrite notes, resize windows, launch entertainment applications and more. Other features include six-cell battery, sports stereo speakers, a built-in web camera, 802.11n WiFi, an HDMI output, and four USB ports. Expect the AS5738PG-6306 to arrive in the US from October 22 Onwards with a priced of $800.

Garmin Nuvi 1450 GPS Navigation System

2010-06-10T09:37:00.000-05:00

Priced at $450, the Garmin Nuvi 1450 offers ecoRoute feature, thus help the driver to save the environment by calculating fuel efficient routes, tracks the fuel usage, and provides mileage reports. The device also feature a 5-inches display at 480×272-pixels resolution which same with the Nuvi 1490T model and pre-loaded with a database that contains over 6 million POIs (Points Of Interest). The Garmin Nuvi 1450 also has a microSD memory card slot, allowing you to update maps or view JPEG images.

Asus Eee PC 1003HAG Netbook

2010-06-07T08:58:00.000-05:00

Starting from May 16th, you can expect to see the latest Eee PC from Asus in Japan computer store, the Eee PC 1003HAG netbook. For 550 EUR (around $731), you’d get a mini laptop with the following features: an Intel Atom N280 (1.66Ghz) processor, a 1GB of main memory, a 160GB of hard drive, WiFI connectivity, and integrated webcam module. Furthermore, 1003HAG also comes with NTT DoCoMo’s 3G WAN module so you can access and enjoy high-speed internet data transfer rate from NTT DoCoMo Data Network.

MSI Wind U100 Plus Netbook

2010-06-01T08:57:00.000-05:00

MSI Wind U100 netbook has just got an upgrade and it’s called Wind U100 Plus. The main improvement on Plus is the processor as the mini laptop now uses Intel Atom N280 (1.66Ghz) CPU instead of the old Atom N270 (1.6Ghz) processor. Moreover, weighs around 2.2 pounds, there’s also support for up to 2GB of DDR2 main memory, a 160GB of hard drive, an Intel GMA 950 integrated graphics engine, a Windows XP Home Edition operating system, and either a 3-cell or 6-cell battery. The rest of its specs are the same as the original U100, including a 10-inch LED backlight display with 1024 x 600 resolution, an integrated 1.3 megapixel web camera module, stereo speakers, a 802.11b/g/n WiFI connectivity, Bluetooth, Ethernet LAN port, three USB ports, a 4-in-1 memory card reader, and VGA output.

Asus Express TV Stick Hybrid

2010-05-18T08:39:00.000-05:00

To provide more entertainment to mobile person, Asus has a great product called Express TV Stick Hybrid. This USB device delivers both DVBT (Digital Video Broadcast - Terrestrial) and analog TV channels right to your PC or laptop in a single stick. It also comes with a 4GB of storage, which contains the software and driver you need to install this TV tuner to your computer. You could also take a snap shot or record your favourite TV programme right on the device. Nice peripheral for mobile multimedia entertainment!

Dell Inspiron Mini 10 Netbook

2010-05-03T09:00:00.000-05:00

Dell Japan officially announced the upcoming release of the brand new Inspiron Mini 10 netbook. Powered by a nice powerful Intel Atom Z520 (1.33Ghz) processor, the mini laptop boasts a 10-inch display with a resolution of 1366 x 768, a 160GB of hard drive, built-in GPS navigation module, a 802.11b/g WiFI connectivity, Bluetooth, an integrated 1.3 megapixel webcam module, and a 1GB of main memory. Sounds like an above-the-average netbook that is worthed buying…

Foxit eSlick Reader

2009-08-30T08:59:00.000-05:00

One of my most wanted gadget is a portable or hand-held e-book reader like Amazon’s Kindle. Unfortunately, its $359.99’s price tag isn’t cheap and I surely think twice before I spend my four hundred bucks for a gadget like that. The good news is, Foxit, the company behind the famous Foxit Reader software, has started accepting pre-order for their newest product called eSlick Reader. Priced at just $259.99, this cheap handy device offers a maximum resolution of 800×600 with a 4 shades of grey, a built-in 128MB of storage with SD media card slot (up to 4GB supported) for additional space, USB connection, and Linux-based OS. It also comes with a built-in MP3 player, a document editing tool that can zoom your PDF document up to 400%, and of course, its own Foxit Reader software. Moreover, eSlick Reader is thick (1cm) and lightweight (180gr) as well.

Asus U6V Laptop

2009-08-23T08:10:00.000-05:00

Asus Korea recently unveiled Asus U6V laptop which boasts a bamboo cover and high-end configuration. Powered by an Intel Core 2 DUo T9400 processor, the notebook sports a 4GB of main memory, an nVidia GeForce 9300M GS graphics engine with 256MB of DDR2 video memory, a 320GB of hard drive, and a 12.1-inch WXGA LED backlight LCD screen. Furthermore, it is equipped with 802.11a/b/g/n WiFI connectivity, HDMI out port, and either a DVD SuperMulti burner or Blu-Ray drive. Not sure abou the price, but it doesn’t sound cheap at all…

Dell Adamo Laptop - Thin and Stylish

2009-08-17T08:07:00.000-05:00

Wow, this upcoming laptop from Dell looks so gorgeous. Called ‘Adamo‘, the notebook seems to be the most stylish machine to date. It is also now the world’s thinnest laptop, breaking MacBook Air record, with less than an inch thick (0.65-inch to be precise). The hardware configuration are not disappointing either with a combination of a 1.2Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, a 2GB of RAM, a 128GB of Solid State Disk (SSD), a 13.4-inch LCD screen with 16:9 aspect ratio, WiFI, Bluetooth, and an optional integrated mobile broadband. All placed inside an aluminium chassis and a scalloped backlit keyboard. Once again, wow!

Sony NV-U3C GPS Navigation

2009-03-23T08:05:00.001-05:00

Sony Japan announced that they are going to release their new in-car GPS navigation product, the NV-U3C. This compact device features a 4.3-inch touch screen display with QVGA resolution, a 4GB of onboard storage, and support for PetaMap data which provides valuable information and announcements on store or restaurant around you. No words on pricing, but there’s one more pic right after the jump.

Lenovo IdeaPad S9e Laptop

2009-03-11T09:51:00.001-05:00

Here goes another choice for you who want to buy a netbook, the IdeaPad S9e from China-based company Lenovo. Like most others mini laptop, this compact 8.9-inch notebook is powered by Intel Atom N270 processor and Intel 945GSE chipset. It also features a 1GB of main memory, a 160GB of hard disk, a LED backlight LCD with WSVGA resolution, and a battery that lasts for up to 6.5 hours of usage. The price is set at €320 or about $406 USD.

Asus W90 Laptop

2009-03-07T09:53:00.000-06:00

Asus presented W90 high-end multimedia laptop during CeBIT 2009 event. Powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo T9600 processor, the notebook boasts an 18.4-inch display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200, 16:9 aspect ratio, and support for full HD video playback; two crossfired 1GB ATI Mobility Radeon HD4870 graphics engines, a 6GB of DDR800 main memory, Intel X38 and ICH10R chipsets, 1TB of SATA HDD (2 x 500GB), Blu-ray burner, an integrated 2.0 megapixel AutoFocus webcam, a 5.1-channel Altec Lansing stereo speakers, and Windows Vista SP1 Home Premium (64 bit) operating system. It measures 44.3 x 32.8 x 6.3 cm and weighs 5.7kg (including 12-cell battery).

Nintendo DSi Kingdom Hearts

2009-03-07T09:48:00.000-06:00

Nintendo is going to offer a special limited edition of Nintendo DSi portable game console which comes bundle with Square Enix’s upcoming title, Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days. Along with the game, you’d also receive a nicely-pimped DSi console (picture above). Available in Japan on early May, the Disney’s flavour’s RPG game Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days will be retailed for 5,980 Yen (around $60 USD) or 24,880 Yen (around $250 USD) if you decide to get the bundle.

How To Download and Save Google Books As PDF

2009-03-01T09:46:00.000-06:00

I just found out that we can save books from Google Books library as PDF using a free program called Google Book Downloader (download link below). This small utility allows you to keep any book with full view status on your own hard disk. All you have to do is run the app, paste the book code of the book that you want to download, and then press the “Check” button. The program will then check all available pages. Once you press the “Download Entire Book” button, those pages will be downloaded. Finally, if you press the “Save Entire Book As…” button, those downloaded pages will be saved to your hard disk. Pretty useful, isn’t it?

M3 7510S RFID PDA Phone

2009-02-28T06:47:00.003-06:00

M3 Mobile, a Korea-based manufacturer, is going to show off its enterprise PDA phone called M3 7510S RFID at the upcoming Hanover’s CeBIT 2009 event in March. Apparently, this handset is equipped with a built-in 13.56Mhz RFID chip, which can be applied to various industry applications, including healthcare, public transportation, facilities management, asset tracking, and access control. The phone also has passed IP64 standard, means that 7510S will survive the accidental drop — as long as it not higher than 1.5 meters…

Asus Eee Top 1602 Desktop PC

2009-02-19T06:42:00.000-06:00

And here goes another Atom-powered compact PC for today, the new Eee Top 1602 from Asus. Inspired by its highly popular Eee PC netbook, this small computer features a 1.60Ghz Intel Atom N270 processor, a 1GB of main memory, an Intel 945GSE Express chipset, an integrated 1.3 megapixel camera module, a built-in 802.11b/g/n WiFI connectivity, and a 160GB of hard drive. Unlike Mouse Computer’s LM-M110S, Asus is kindly enough to include a 15.6-inch TOUCHSCREEN LCD screen (1366×768 resolution) on Eee Top 1602 package. And if you check the screenshot below, you can see that the monitor comes with at least three USB ports and one LAN network port (CMIIW). Bravo!

Lenovo ThinkPad W700ds Laptop

2009-02-15T06:44:00.000-06:00

Thinking of getting any of those external USB monitor for laptop? Well, hold on a second. If you’re not in a hurry, I suggest you to wait until this ThinkPad W700ds laptop from Lenovo come to a store near you. Why? Because this wonderful 17-inch notebook comes with a SECONDARY 10.2-inch LED screen on its right side. Cool, isn’t it?

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2009-02-13T06:33:00.000-06:00

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Blackberry Curve 8310 Smartphone

2009-02-10T05:34:00.003-06:00

RIM showcased Blackberry Curve 8310 PDA phone during CES 2009 event in Las Vegas. Combining productivity and multimedia onto all-in-one device, Curve 8310 offers an integrated 2 megapixel camera module, enhanced GPS navigation functionality, a 320 x 240 resolution display, a full-QWERTY keyboard for convenient text messaging, USB connectivity, Bluetooth, a 3.5mm stereo jack, and a microSD media card slot. It also comes with instant messaging function and built-in web browser.

Toshiba Dynabook Qosmio WXW Laptop

2009-02-05T05:32:00.000-06:00

While Toshiba isn’t on my list of favourite notebook manufacturer, I must admit that this Dynabook Qosmio WXW series laptop looks really gorgeous — cool red-colored hood with wonderful body design. Obviously targetted hardcore gamers market, the laptop has just been upgraded with higher specs. Including a 2.66Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo T9550 processor, a 1GB nVidia GeForce 9800M GTS graphics engine, a DVD SuperMulti drive, and either a 128GB SSD or a 160GB of hard drive storage. A standard configuration with 2GB of main memory would cost you around 280,000 Yen or about €2,435 (around US $3,129). I just wish Toshiba would make more laptop like this one…

MSI U120 Netbook

2009-02-02T11:06:00.001-06:00

On the recent CES 2009 event in Las Vegas, MSI proudly presented one of its first line-up of WiMax-ready mini laptop, the U120 netbook. WiMax technology offers up to 70Mbps transfer rate (six times than standard 802.11 WiFI) and covers about 50KM square (500 times than WiFI). This guarantee a blazing fast download speed on the go wherever WiMax signal detected. Pretty cool, isn’t it? The company also promises that more WiMax-capable notebooks will be released later this year, so if you prefer to own a standard laptop than a netbook, just wait for a couple of months.

BenQ Joybook Lite U101 Netbook

2009-01-28T11:04:00.000-06:00

BenQ finally decided to make the netbook competition merrier by joining the wagon. Their first mini notebook’s product is named Joybook Lite U101. It looks like this company will use “Joybook Lite” as their netbook brand, alongside with “Joybook” for the standard laptop. Like most netbooks on the market, the Lite U101 also designed with high-mobility and ease of connectivity in mind. Powered by an Intel Atom N270 processor, the mobile device sports a Mobile Intel 945GSE Express chipset, a 10.1-inch LED backlight display, up to 160BG of hard drive (or SSD), Intel GMA950 graphics engine, up to 1GB of main memory, and pre-installed Windows XP Home Edition operating system.

MSI Wind U100 Vogue Edition Laptop

2009-01-24T11:02:00.000-06:00

Folks, here’s the brand new special limited edition Wind U100 laptop from MSI called Vogue. It comes with an artistic pink-colored lid cover and only available 500 units in Japan. However, everything on the inside are the same as the original. Which include, a 1.66Ghz Intel Atom processor, an Intel 945GMS chipset, WiFI, Ethernet LAN, an integrated 1.3MP camera, a 1GB of DDR2 RAM, and three USB ports. Not sure what OS this netbook carries.

Toshiba Dynabook NX Series Laptop

2009-01-20T10:06:00.001-06:00

Toshiba is one of the most popular laptop’s brand in my country, Indonesia. I don’t know, but people here seem to love it very much. Including my father, who also owned a Toshiba’s notebook (I don’t quite remember its sub-brand and model number) until last year… when a thief broke into our house and stole the laptop… Anyway, here’s the new Dynabook NX series laptop from Toshiba, sporting an Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 processor, a 12.1-inch WXGA display, a 3GB of main memory, and a 128GB of SSD (160GB and 250GB HDD version are also available). Not sure about the price, but this machine can already be found on Japan store with three variant of colors — Glossy Black, Noble White, and Lotus Pink.

MSI Bravo PX600 Laptop

2009-01-20T10:00:00.002-06:00

Bravo PX600 is the latest entertainment laptop from MSI. Recently showcased during CES 2009 event in Las Vegas, the notebook sports a range of high-end multimedia features, including a 3.0 megapixel webcam module (the first in the world), a 7.1-channel audio output, and a nice Cinema Pro Technology that enhanced the users audio and video experiences. It also has an elegant real leather design with brushed aluminium thread.