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PC Diagnostics Made Easy

David Allen — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:00:45 +0000

Sometimes working out what is wrong with your computer is so hard that you may as well throw a dice to work out what is wrong with it, which is lucky because these dice do exactly that and before long your sick PC or Laptop will be up and running once more with no problems at all, right? Maybe!

Features of the excellent diagnostic dice device:

•Three acrylic dice

•Packaged in an attractive felt bag

•Each die shows the problem, the culprit, and the proposed solution

•Likely just as accurate as a real diagnosis* * – but not really

Priced at $19.99

Source [Think Geek]

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PC Diagnostics Made Easy

The new Lenovo ThinkPad X100e

David Allen — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:00:45 +0000

The ThinkPad has been reincarnated so many times that it has almost become a god amongst computers, so what is different with this new version?

It seems to be more solid, which makes it heavier and therefore it is not so brilliant to carry around, but is going to be a sturdier.

The features of the new Lenovo ThinkPad X100e:

11.6″ 1366 x 768 LCD, 1.6GHz AMD Athlon Neo MV-40 with ATI Radeon HD3200, 2GB RAM, 320GB HDD, Windows 7 Professional, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G (optional), 3 x USB, VGA port, LAN, card reader, combo audio jack, 0.3MP webcam, 6 cell battery (5 hour battery life) and a of Weight: 1.5kg

As normal prices just yet

Source [Eee PC]

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The new Lenovo ThinkPad X100e

Classmate PC Goes Convertible

David Allen — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:00:09 +0000

The latest version of the Classmate PC comes as a convertible tablet making it much more easier for the children to operate under classroom conditions and when the child needs to use a laptop in the conventional manner it can be easily and quickly sorted.

According to the maker of the device Intel, the Classmate PC has a decent 10.1 inch display, rather than the older 8.9 inch display that is generally too small to be used at school. There are also two versions of screen resolution to choose from, the standard 1024 x 600 and the hi res 1368 x 768.

The original clamshell version of the Classmate will cost around $300, for the convertible tablet version there is an additional $30 charged.

Source [Gotto Be Mobile]

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Classmate PC Goes Convertible

The end for Hello Kitty

David Allen — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:00:44 +0000

There is no denying that Hello Kitty has had a wonderful run with millions of fans and it is a brand that can be found literally everywhere. but now there is some competition for the little kitty and it comes in the form of a teddy bear named Rilakkuma.

The new bear brand is owned by Bandai Namco and the has been used to create a wonderful looking is not slightly expensive ultra mobile PC (UMPC).

Features of the Rilakkuma version of the Kohjinsha tablet:

8.9 inch touch screen with 1,280 × 768 resolution, an Atom Z520 processor 1.33GHz, 1 GB RAM, a 60 GB HDD, a digital TV tuner, a DVD drive, Ethernet, two USB ports, IEEE 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, a web camera, an SD card slot, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR and of course Windows 7 Home Premium

Priced at a whopping $990

Source [Crunch Gear]

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The end for Hello Kitty

Mini speakers with big sound

David Allen — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:15:16 +0000

To understand just how small these speakers are, you will have to get your hands on a matchbox and that would be the size of just one of these speakers. Yet these mini wireless speakers offer a quality of sound that can easily be compared with speakers that are much larger and probably much more expensive too.

Features of the mini wireless audio transmitters:

The devices enable you to listen to TV in bed without disturbing a spouse, or to roam freely while wearing headphones without being tethered to an MP3 player or stereo. CD-quality audio is transmitted up to 30′ over the 2.4GHz band for interference-free listening. Each transmitter plugs into a USB port for charging and works for seven hours on a seven-hour charge. Includes one transmitter and one receiver, a pair of USB cables for charging, two pairs of audio cables (12″ and 24″), two neck lanyards, and two belt clips. Each transmitter 2 1/2″ L x 1 1/2″ W x 1″ D. (3 oz.)

Priced at $119.95

Source [Hammacher and Schlemmer]

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Mini speakers with big sound

ASUS UL30Jt FCC/Manuals Leaked!

Laptop Pimp — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:31:14 +0000

You might remember our hands-on review of the new ASUS UL30Jt. Well, we just found some new “additions” to ASUS’s website. There’s a bunch of manuals in different languages plus an FCC approval page under ASUS UL30Jt on their download page, meaning the wait is almost over and who knows, ASUS is probably already shipping UL30Jt to Amazon.

Whatever the case, this confirms that ASUS UL30Jt is not too far away, keep checkin’ back, we will have the latest news on ASUS UL30Jt.

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ASUS UL30Jt FCC/Manuals Leaked!

ASUS UL30 Series – How to Fix Brightness if Cannot Be Changed from Resume!

Laptop Pimp — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:01:43 +0000

I just got an alert from one of my readers that they cannot change brightness on their ASUS UL30Vt after a resume. The same thing has been happening to my ASUS UL30Vt but I found a quick fix over at ASUS’s download page, the BIOS update fixes the issue.

BIOS 210
Solve the bug of the brightness can not be changed after resume from S3 in iGPU mode.

You can go download the latest BIOS 210 at ASUS download page (or check for latest one) or download BIOS 210 here.

After unzipping the downloaded file, run the WinFlash under ASUS Utilities. (If you uninstalled the ASUS Utilities, you can download just the WinFlash also at ASUS’s website.)

Then browse and select the new BIOS file you unzipped earlier like this:

Next, hit “Flash”.

When flashing is done, hit “Exit” and your UL30Vt should reboot.

You can verify that the BIOS has been updated by hitting the Del key at boot-up then F2:

Your brightness settings should work flawless now.

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ASUS UL30 Series – How to Fix Brightness if Cannot Be Changed from Resume!

The Extra Laptop Bag

David Allen — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:00:41 +0000

This is a cool looking laptop bag, it has been specifically designed for the modern man, who wants the take his baby out the coffee shop or park and have his laptop too.

The extra in the title is not that the messenger style bag will take an up to seventeen laptop with ease; it stands for the Diaper part in the bags title the Diaper Dude Messenger Bag. You know what I mean.

Features of the Diaper Dude Messenger Bag:

•Made of durable polyester fabric.

•One large compartment for baby with mesh pocket and additional compartment for dad with mesh pocket.

•Padded shoulder strap.

•Insulated bottle holder.

•3 large compartments with Velcro® closure.

•Dad checklist screened on magnetic flap.

•Breathable mesh padding for extra comfort.

•Padded changing pad.

•Clips for stroller strap.

•Interior key clip.

•Removable cell phone holder.

•Spot clean only.

•This bag measures approximately 17 inches wide and 14 inches tall.

Priced at $69.99 was $97.99 (save 29%)

Source [Think Geek]

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The Extra Laptop Bag

The Apricorn Aegis NetDock for Netbooks

David Allen — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:00:03 +0000

Fill in the missing link between a netbook and laptop with this brilliant Apricorn Aegis NetDock it will actually turn any netbook into a sort of small media centre. It is in fact a DVD Burner with four USB ports.

Features of the very handy Apricorn Aegis NetDock:

8 x DVD burner, 4 USB 2.0 ports with two of them in “always on” mode, a 500GB HDD, a 2.5-inch SATA HDD, it measures 6.25 inch x 5.75 inch x 2.13 inch

The Apricorn Aegis NetDock will be priced at $189

Source [Tech Fresh]

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The Apricorn Aegis NetDock for Netbooks

Keypad and Trackball for Laptops

David Allen — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:00:34 +0000

Sometimes laptop and netbook users want a little bit extra help with a selection of fast acting short cut keys just like the ones that you would normally find on a full size keyboard.

All that is needed to experience this type of additional help is a device like this Wireless Numeric Key Pad with additional Track Ball. It operates on the 2.4 GHz RF frequency and only need a couple of AAA batteries to run.

Product Specifications of the wireless numeric keypad:

•Working frequency: 2.4GHz radio frequency

•19 keys + 17 hotkeys

•Built-in tracking ball

•Operating distance: 10 meters

•Num lock change function

•Supports Windows 2000/XP/Vista

•Resolution: 1000/1500 dpi

•Powered by USB and 2 AAA batteries (Included)

•Size: 135*113*20mm

•Weight: 150g

Packages:

•2.4GHz Wireless RF Numeric Keypad With Tracking Ball

•USB Receiver

•Driver CD

•User guide

•2pcs AA batteries

Priced at $36.90

Source [Tech Fresh]

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Keypad and Trackball for Laptops

A look at the Asus Eee PC T101MT

David Allen — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:00:54 +0000

This machine looks a bit handy, it is the Asus Eee PC T101MT and has to be compared with the Asus Eee PC T91MT as it is almost identical all but for a couple of changes that mainly concern the display and the processor.

Asus T101MT netbook – review from Andrei Mihai on Vimeo.

Because of these slight changes, the Asus Eee PC T101MT is going to be a much faster and more usable machine.

Features of the Asus Eee T101MT convertible netbook:

10.1 inch display with a res of 1024 x 600 pixels, Intel Atom N450 CPU with hyper threading running at 1.66GHz, 2GB of RAM, 320GB hard drive running at 5400 RPM, 802.11n Wi-Fi network, running Windows 7 Starter OS, 3 x USB ports, a VGA output, Ethernet, headphone, speakers and a memory card reader

No prices or any details about delivery etc at the moment

Source [Liliputing]

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A look at the Asus Eee PC T101MT

Carry On Laptop Bag

David Allen — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:18:43 +0000

We are all used to seeing all sorts of people dragging those cases with long telescopic handles on, but how many of these bags are used for carrying a laptop around in?

Amazingly not many, these bags get used for all sorts of uses and yet it seems that this is one of the only rolling carry on bags designed for laptops. However, it is not just a laptop this bag has plenty of room for overnight clothes and other stuff too!

Features of the roll on and carry laptop bag:

Seven pockets keep a PDA, cell phone, newspaper, passport, and writing implements organized and close at hand, while a removable pouch stores laptop power cords and USB cables. The expansive main compartment eliminates the need to check baggage during short trips, allowing you to tote three dress shirts and slacks, toiletries, and undergarments, while the padded divider prevents clothes from shifting. The 40″ telescoping handle, two leather handles, and the inline skate wheels ensure confident steering and ease of mobility when navigating airport terminals or aisles. Black or Tan. Imported. 20″ H x 14″ W x 8 1/4″ D. (10 lbs.)

Priced at $219.95

Source [Hammacher Schlemmer]

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Carry On Laptop Bag

Extra USB Power Supply

David Allen — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:00:20 +0000

The USB port of laptop or netbook is more useful than many people may think, this device can offer the gadget loving user an extra source of USB power without having to use the laptops USB ports, which is great in the event that the user forgets the laptop or its battery has run down.

This device provides the travelling gadget lover with instant power, it plugs into the wall socket for easy charging.

Features of the portable USB power supply:

•Two USB ports for power

•Works with iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS and other USB compatible devices

•Plugs into wall outlet to charge the internal battery

•Prongs fold-up for easier transport

•Push button battery level indicator (Green, Yellow, Red)

•Input: 100-240VAC, 50/60 Hz, .3A max

•UL Listed

•Dimensions: 4″ x 1.8″ x 1.2″ (10 x 4.6 x 3cm)

Priced at $19.99

Source [Think Geek]

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Extra USB Power Supply

Tegra 2 Great For Games

David Allen — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:00:45 +0000

For the consumer looking for a decent gameplay on a netbook, smartbook or even a laptop may want to take a look at the device that supports the Tegra 2 platform, which is fusion between the famous ARM chip and the equally popular NVIDIA GPU.

This technology will allow netbooks and dare we say tablets to easily run some of the most complicated type of games, in theory that is anyway!

Source [Eee PC]

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Tegra 2 Great For Games

The MAG iMito Tablet PC

David Allen — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:00:15 +0000

Anyone looking for a small fun tablet device with Windows compatibility might be interested in looking at the MAG iMito Tablet PC; it’s a light and compact device that offers the user a neat seven inch display it also comes with 4 Gb of built in flash storage.

Features of the brilliant new iMito M7 tablet:

◦7″ 800 x 480 screen

◦800 MHz ARM11 CPU

◦256MB RAM

◦4GB built-in flash storage

◦Wi-Fi, 3G (optional)

◦Built-in accelerometer, GPS, webcam, mic

◦2 x USB, HDMI out

◦1400 mAh battery

No pricing details or availability released

Source [Eee PC]

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The MAG iMito Tablet PC

Acer Release New TravelMate

David Allen — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:00:07 +0000

The TravelMate series of laptops from Acer has been around for some time now and yet the TravelMate of today is far removed from the model released several years ago.

With this TravelMate 6594, Acer introduce the user to the new Intel Core i7 and i5 processors, this has been coupled with a decent sized 15.6 inch display and a super ATI Mobility Radeon HD5670 dedicated graphics card.

Features of the all new Acer TravelMate 6594:

15.6 inch LED-backlit display supported via Acer GridVista, Intel Core i7 and i5 Mobile CPU, Mobile Intel QM57 Express Chipset with Intel vPro, up to 8GB of RAM, ATI Mobility Radeon HD5670 dedicated graphic cards a 1.3 MP Crystal Eye webcam, Bluetooth, a DVD burner, Wi-Fi connectivity, optional 3G module, a 9 cell battery that is good for up to 10 hours, Anti-theft Technology, including Acer Finger Launch, Acer Bio-Protection and supports Pre-Boot Authentication (PBA).

As you would expect prices and availability have not been released

Source [Tech Fresh]

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Acer Release New TravelMate

Universal Memory Card Reader

David Allen — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:19:18 +0000

The increased use of netbooks has also seen an increase in the use of memory cards, but with so many formats around the best way to utilise all of the formats around is to have a reader that is capable of reading all of these cards.

This device amazingly reads more than seventy different types of memory cards, this makes sure that only one reader is needed and it is not going to cost the earth either.

Features of the universal card reader:

This device recognizes more than 70 memory card formats, eliminating the need for different readers. Its six slots support 23 Compact Flash cards, 23 Memory Stick cards, 24 MMC and SD cards, microSD cards, xD cards, and SIM cards. It can plug into a Mac or PC running Windows 7, Vista, or XP using its built-in USB cable. 3 3/4″ L x 2″ W x 3/4″ D. (4 oz.)

Priced at $29.95

Source [Hammacher Schlemmer]

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Universal Memory Card Reader

The mini Mimo display

David Allen — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:00:17 +0000

For consumers looking for an extra display for the system may find that there are plenty of choices and that means checking through all of the specs and features of those devices already on the market.

However, to save time and help out all of those facts and figures, check out this baby, the Mini Mimo display it comes and four different versions so there are still a few choices to be made but these are all on way place and start at around $130.

Product Features of the extra Mino Mini USB display:

•Small monitor runs completely off of USB, giving you an extra mini display whenever and wherever you need it.

•No extra power needed. The Mimo monitor is powered by USB.

•No extra video card. The Mimo has a built in video card that runs over any USB 2.0 connection.

•Rotating Portrait or Landscape view. Go vertical for notes and spreadsheets, horizontal to watch a movie.

•Great for laptop use. The Mimo stores easily in your bag and is ready to go simply by plugging it in

•The 720-S Slider Touch and iMo Touch offer abilities for control with a finger or stylus

•Mac and Windows driver support (intel Mac only). Additional drivers required for touchscreen use of 720-S and iMo Touch monitor on Mac OS. See above note.

•Display size – 7″

•Display resolution – 800 x 480

•Brightness – 350 cd/m2

•Contrast ratio – 400:1

•Connections – USB 2.0

Priced start at $129.99 and rise to $229.99

Source [Think Geek]

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The mini Mimo display

Closer Look at Microsoft’s Courier

David Allen — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:53:31 +0000

Microsoft is launching into the tablet market to attack the growing band of tablets entering this particular marketplace.

Naturally as with all of these products there is going to be little to choose from between the hole lot of the tablets around, but it seems that Microsoft are planning to market this as a digital journal whatever that is supposed to be!

As far as the specs go, it is supposed to weigh around a pound in weight and as for its size five by seven inches has been mentioned. The user will interface with the device with pen, which suggests that handwriting and drawing will be a big feature with the Courier.

Source [Engadget]

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Closer Look at Microsoft’s Courier

Pre-order the Gateway EC14D with DVD drive

David Allen — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:40:29 +0000

It is not that often that you get a mini laptop with a DVD drive, normally the thing that makes them mini is the fact that no DVD is present so that makes more space for everything to be squashed up to make a smaller and lighter computer.

However, Gateway defies all of the rules with the EC14D by including a DVD in the new machine, which is currently available for pre-order at around $630 from Amazon.

Features of the all new Gateway EC14D mini laptop:

Gateway EC14D07u Notebook comes with these specs: Intel Pentium Processor SU4100, Windows 7 Home Premium, 11.6″ HD Widescreen LED-backlit Display, Mobile Intel GS45 Express Chipset, 4096MB DDR2 667MHz Memory, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD, 320GB SATA Hard Drive, 8X DVD-SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive, Built-In Webcam, Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader, Dolby Sound Room Audio Enhancement, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, 3 – USB 2.0 Ports, 1 – HDMI Port, Multi-gesture Touchpad, 6-cell Li-ion Battery (5600 mAh), up to 8-hours of battery life, 3.55 lbs. | 1.61 kg (system unit only), AC Power Adapter, AC Power Cord, Wireless Setup Card, Registration/ Limited Warranty Card, Norton Internet Security 2009 Trial (60-day insert)

Priced at around $630 with free shipping too!

Source [Tech Fresh]

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Pre-order the Gateway EC14D with DVD drive

Gaming machine from DosPara

David Allen — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:26:33 +0000

The Japanese maker of computers DosPara has launched a new range of gaming laptops; it will be using the Intel 1.6 GHz i7 processor and ATI Radeon HD 5650 1 Gb graphics card. The user has to make do with a medium sized 15.6 inch 1920 x 1080 display, which of course will not be too bad for a laptop user to handle.

Features of the DosPara Prime Note Galleria MR4 gaming netbook:

1.6GHz Intel Core i7-720QM CPU, the MR4 boasts a 15.6-inch 1920 x 1080 widescreen LCD display, an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650 1GB graphics card, a 4GB RAM, a 500GB hard drive, a 3-in-1 memory card reader, a webcam, a DVD writer, a fingerprint reader, Wi-Fi, an HDMI output and is pre-installed with Windows 7 Home Premium (32/64bit) OS

The Prime Note Galleria MR4 will be priced at about $1,439

Source [Tech Fresh]

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Gaming machine from DosPara

They do not come much stronger than this

David Allen — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:26:07 +0000

This is a bag that has been approved by the National Tactical Officers Association therefore; we have to assume that it is good otherwise; it would not be on the list.

However, this bag can take a 15 inch laptop or two judging on its size, with plenty of room to spare for chargers and what other stuff is required by the user, as there are around twenty two different sized pockets.

What makes this bag different from other is the fact that it is made from the same materials that is used in the manufacture of flak jackets.

Features of the indestructible Tactical Officers case:

The 4,000-lb. tensile strength nylon webbing, 27-lb. tensile strength composite nylon thread, and double-stitched stress points provide strength not normally found in civilian baggage. The zipper pulls are made from 550 paracord, the same material trusted by the U.S. military to secure parachute cables. The organizer has 22 pockets, including a central compartment lined with high-grade closed cell foam for superior shock absorption and large enough for a change of clothes and a 15″ laptop. Three exterior pockets keep a cell phone, binoculars, and a compass readily accessible, while two velcro straps hold a flashlight or umbrella. The two broadside panels unzip to provide storage for files, computer peripherals, or blueprints. Includes an adjustable shoulder strap. 16″ W x 11″ H x 10″ D. (4 lbs.)

Priced at $149.95

Source [Hammacher Schlemmer]

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They do not come much stronger than this

The world’s smallest router

David Allen — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:00:52 +0000

Just because you are travelling around it does not mean that you have suffering from rubbish internet connections, most places will offer a Wi-Fi service but it is never going to be that great is it. So that leaves connecting to the internet by wire, it is good but not good enough.

However, connect this wireless router to the wired internet service and bingo! Now you have got a great internet service wherever you want it and with no cables dragging around the floor either.

Specifications of the mini 300 Mbps wireless travel router:

•Wi-Fi compliant with IEEE 802.11b/g/n standards

•Wireless encryption: WEP, WPA and WPA2

•Supports router, access point and AP-client modes

•Works with Windows, Linux and Mac OS

•Power consumption: 2.5 watts (max)

•Power adapter: 5V, 1.2A or power via included USB cable from PC

•Supported protocols: TCP/IP, NAT, PPPoE/PPTP/L2TP, HTTP, DHCP Server/Client

•Interface: 1 x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX port

•Security: 64/128-bit WEP (Hex & ASCII), WPA/WPA2-Radius, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, MAC address, IP and URL filtering

•Weight: 1.6oz (50g)

•Dimensions: 2.4″ x 3.2″ x .7″ (60 x 80 x 18.5mm)

Priced at $79.99

Source [Think Geek]

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The world’s smallest router

The $65 Smartbook

David Allen — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:45 +0000

At $65, does it really matter what the Nike PC706V smartbook is like at that price so long as it turns on and allows access the internet and check emails ok. However, this powered by the Android 1.6 OS and could easily be upgraded to 2.1 if required.

Features of the cheap Nike PC706V mini laptop:

•7-inch 800 x 480 display

•VIA 8505 ARM 9 processor clocked at 533MHz

•128MB RAM

•2GB capacity

•Wi-Fi

•USB connection

•2100mAh battery that offers 4 hours of battery life

•Android 1.6

Priced at between $65 up to $200

Source [Ubergizmo]

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The $65 Smartbook

The InCase MacBook Sleeve

David Allen — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:00:26 +0000

This is cool looking laptop sleeve, which has been designed to offer the 15.4 inch MacBook from scratches and other annoying little marks, dents etc. Of course, there is no law that states the buyer of this cool looking sleeve has to use it specifically for an Apple! Or is there?

The InCase laptop sleeve is made from that tough material called Neoprene this has many applications in waterproofing. The case is filled out with foam, which is covered with a nice soft faux fur all for just $39.95!

Source [Tech Fresh]

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The InCase MacBook Sleeve

The Updated 1005PE On Amazon

David Allen — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:00:39 +0000

The updated netbook from Asus, the Eee PC 1005PE has appeared on Amazon with an asking price of around $390!

This cool looking netbook comes with one of those matte lids that does not show the fingerprints unlike those popular hi gloss ones that were around last year!

Apart from the lid finish there does not appear to be much change from the Eee PC 1005PE PU17 is it just the lid that warrants a new launch?

Features

Up to 14 hours of unplugged all-day computing to go further than ever before* (Learn more)

ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE) innovatively saves battery life and boosts performance (Learn more)

Intel Atom N450 processor is now even more power efficient in combination with ASUS SHE

Tactually soft and smooth midnight black cover for a classy and practical look (Learn more)

750GB Hybrid Storage for convenient storage on-the-go 250GB HDD + 500GB ASUS WebStorage** (Learn more)

10.1-inch LED-backlit Color-shine display uses less energy for longer use (Learn more)

92-percent full-size chiclet keyboard for a comfortable and precise typing experience (Learn more)

Multi-touch trackpad for intuitive and quick control (Learn more)

1GB system memory (easily upgradable to 2GB)

High speed Wi-Fi networking (802.11 b/g/n @ 2.4GHz) + Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR for wire-free mobility (Learn more)

Windows 7 Starter for the most reliable and simplest Windows operating system to date (Learn more)

Integrated webcam and digital microphone for video/voice conversations with your friends and family

F9 easy recovery for convenient and easy system reinstallation (Learn more)

Warranty: 1 year global warranty and 30-day Flawless Display Guarantee: If a single bright dot is found, a free panel replacement is guaranteed within 30 days of original purchase

Priced at $389.99

Source [liliputing]

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The Updated 1005PE On Amazon

The almost indestructible briefcase

David Allen — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:23:28 +0000

If you are going to carry your laptop around with you, you really need to transport it in something that will give it maximum protection at a price that is real.

This briefcase may look like any other, but it has been designed to withstand almost anything, in fact, the case shell can take up to 250 lb/ft of force and if that is not going to protect the contents nothing is. Although kinetic energy can have an impact on the computer, so care has to be taken.

Features of the incredible impervious briefcase:

Despite its exceptional strength, the impervious briefcase weighs only 3 lbs., resulting in a piece that is both durable and easy to carry. Two accordion-style, padded compartments inside the case can hold a 15.4″ laptop, notepads, and several folders. Separate pockets for a cell phone, a calculator, and writing implements keep business essentials organized. The generous interior is lined with 420-denier nylon and the handles are made of durable PVC plastic. Includes an adjustable shoulder strap. Silver or Black. 16 1/2″ W x 12″ H 4 1/2″ D. (3 lbs.)

Priced at $99.95

Source [Hammacher Schlemmer]

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The almost indestructible briefcase

Classic Cassette Cases with Flash Drive

David Allen — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:00:12 +0000

This is the Mixtape flash drive case, from the outside it looks as if it is one of those old style cassette tapes that used be so popular during the 1970’s and 1980’s, but inside is something much more up to date, a flash drive.

These actually make great gifts; the consumer can put some memorable content on the device and send the whole as gift.

Features of the mixtape cassette case with memory Stick:

Packaged to look like an old analogue audio cassette tape, with room to scrawl out your track list, the USB Mixtape Memory Stick makes the perfect gift to your significant other. You have to provide the music and the liner notes, but that is the art. We only provide the canvas. The USB Mixtape Memory Stick comes in four distinct styles, each artistically distressed to look like a vintage audio cassette. Stores up to 128 megs of whatever you want, but we recommend Ogg and MP3.

Priced at $15.99

Source [Think Geek]

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Classic Cassette Cases with Flash Drive

Check Out Computers For Porn

David Allen — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:00:13 +0000

This is the Porn Detective USB Stick and it does what it says on the box, checks computers for evidence of porn, would that come in handy in your business?

Features of the porn detective USB device:

Portable: Because the porn detection software is embedded in a USB thumb drive, you can easily take it anywhere and use it on any computer you own.

Fast: A search of a 500 GB hard drive with over 70,000 images takes only about an hour and a half. Imagine how much time it would take you to manually find and search that many images.

Accurate: The Porn Detection Stick uses advanced image analyzing algorithms that categorize images as potentially harmful by identifying facial features, flesh tone colours, image back grounds, body part shapes, and more. With less than 1% false positive indications, your search for contamination on your computer won’t waste your time.

Priced at $100

Source [Get USB]

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MSI Wind 12” U230 on sale now

David Allen — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:00:34 +0000

The great looking and it has to be said reasonably specified Wind 12 inch U230 from MSI has just gone on sale with a price range of from $430 to $480, which for a decent twelve inch laptop is not too bad at all.

NewEgg are already selling the laptop from their web pages.

Features of the MSI Wind 12 U230:

12.1-inch screen with 1366 x 768 resolutions. The rest of the specs include 2GB of memory, either a 250 or 320GB HDD, 802.11bgn Wi-Fi, three USB ports, D-Sub and HDMI outputs, 1.3M webcam, and a 4-in-1 card reader. 297 x 190 x 31 mm 6-cell battery and weigh around 1.5kg. Both the Wind12 U230-033US with Neo MV-40 CPU and 250GB of HDD and U230-040US with X2 L33 CPU and 320GB of HDD space

Prices range from $429.99 to $479.99

Source [Eee PC]

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MSI Wind 12” U230 on sale now

Dell Updates The Vostro

David Allen — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:00:42 +0000

These are the newly updated Dell Vostro 3300, 3400, 3500, and the 3700 have just been released all of these sport virtually the same specs the only difference being the size of the display and the trendy colours.

Features of the brilliant range of Dell Vostro laptops:

The Dell Vostro 3300 (13.3 inch), 3400 (14 inch), 3500 (15.6 inch) and the 3700 (17.3 inch) are powered by Intel Core i3/i5 processor, up to 8GB DDR3 memory, 500 GB hard drive, LED backlit display, Nvidia Geforce 310M 512MB graphics, DVD burner, 2.0 MP webcam, fingerprint reader and Windows 7.

These Dell Vostro’s are price at 3300 $669, Vostro 3400 $649, Vostro 3500 $649 and Vostro 3700 $679

Source [PC Launches]

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USB powered Webcam

David Allen — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:20:26 +0000

This is combo webcam and LED light with dimmer switch, this device can be used as part illuminating webcam or as a separate webcam and reading light.

The webcam part has a two MP camera with a twenty feet range; it is fixed to flexible but semi rigid cable that allows it to be fixed into position.

Features of the self illuminating web cam:

The auto-focusing, 2 MP camera is mounted to a semi-rigid cable that can be bent to any position–even into its own stand. It can capture video at 30 fps at 640 x 480 resolution (as well as 5 fps at 1,600 x 1,200 resolution), providing a focus range of 2 3/4″ for close-ups and a 20″ field of view. It has a built-in microphone. It plugs into your computer’s USB port for power and includes software for both Windows XP SP2, Vista, and Windows 7. 16″ L. (8 oz.)

Price was $89.95 price now $34.95

Source [Hammacher Schlemmer]

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The Bluetooth Caller ID Watch

David Allen — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:00:48 +0000

Get this watch and while your cell phone is safely tucked away, you will be alerted via Bluetooth as to who is calling you.

The watch has a neat little LED display that acts as the caller ID, that way when the phone rings you simply have to look at the watch to see whose calling instead of fumbling around in your bag or pocket.

Product details of the Bluetooth watch with caller ID display:

•Displays caller name and/or number on screen (some phones only display number)

•A text icon will appear when receiving text message (please note – this feature only works on some phones, mostly Sony Ericson. This feature does NOT show the actual text message)

•Mute your phone’s ringer by pushing a button on the watch

•Rechargeable battery with power save function

•Bluetooth 2.0

•96×16 pixel OLED display

•Leather band

•Stainless steel case

•Bluetooth pairing code “0000″ (four zeroes)

Priced at $69.99 was $79.99 (save 13%)

Source [Think Geek]

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HP Slate with Flash and Windows

David Allen — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:00:12 +0000

Normally mentioning Flash, HP and Windows with the same line could mean trouble in one way or another. However, the HP Slate promises to be a device that offers both Flash and Windows 7, which is something else that the Apple iPad is not going to be able to manage in any big way.

There are couple of videos the hammer to point home, the first demos how good the HP Slate is, it compares with the Apple iPad.

The next video demos how Adobe run Flash and the AIR app, now this is where the HP Slate beats the Apple iPad hands down.

Source [Liliputing]

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The Latest Business Machine From HP

David Allen — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:00:51 +0000

The ProBook 4320S is the latest offering from HP, it has been classed as a business user’s machine but if the specs suit you then the HP ProBook 4320S is whatever you want it to be.

Details are a little bit vague at the moment, but below are some of the details.

Features of the cool HO ProBook 4320S laptop:

13.3-inch 1366 x 768 LED-backlit display, an Intel Core i3-330M 2.13GHz processor, an integrated Intel HD graphics card, a 2GB RAM, a 250GB hard drive, a 2MP webcam (optional), a DVD burner, a media card reader, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a 6-cell battery and Windows 7 Home Premium OS

Priced at $949

Source [Tech Fresh]

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Handy Microscope Wand

David Allen — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:34:39 +0000

This handy device just shows how far this technology has come, there would have been a time when something like this is would have been out of the reach of the ordinary computer user.

Now students and hobbyists can use this device as part of their work or studies, it is a great little piece of kit that is around the size of pen and simply plugs into the USB port to offer anything from 10x to 200x magnification.

Features of the USB powered wand microscope:

Its 7mm optics provides 10X – 200X magnification; a built-in LED illuminates your subject while its manual focus allows you to sharpen the image. For power, it plugs into a computer running Windows 7, Vista, or XP, displaying your subject on the screen using either still pictures or video captured at 640 x 480 pixel resolution. Includes software. 6″ L x 1/4″ Diam. (6 oz.)

Priced at $149.95

Source [Hammacher Schlemmer]

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A tiny wireless adapter

David Allen — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:00:39 +0000

This adapter works on Wireless N, which runs at 150 Mbps and up to a range of 230 feet, it beats ll other wireless standards hands down, so how do get it?

Simple with this tiny wireless N adapter from MVIX Nubbin, it is so small you would probably not realise that it was installed in one your laptops USB ports.

Product Features of the MVIX Nubbin wireless N adapter:

•Mini wireless adapter gives you 802.11n wi-fi network capabilities

•Data Rate: 802.11n (40MHz):MCS0~7, up to 150Mbps

•Security Encryption: WEP 64/128, WPA, WPA2

•PC Requirements: Windows XP/Vista, Mac OSX, Linux

•PC Interface: USB2.0

•Standards: IEEE 802.11 b / g / n Compliant

•Protocol: 802.11b/g/n: USA (FCC) 11 channels; EU (ETSI) 13 channels; Japan (TELEC) 13 channels

•Warranty: Full 1-yr Mnfg. Warranty

•Features: Chip antenna (2dBi) *1 (Peak Gain)

•Network Features: 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps 802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54Mbps 802.11n (20MHz):MCS0~7, up to 72.22Mbps 802.11n (40MHz):MCS0~7, up to 150Mbps

•Dimensions: 30mm x 14mm x 7mm (2.7gms)

Priced at $39.99

Source [Think Geek]

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The Fujitsu LifeBook UH900

David Allen — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:00:29 +0000

This is newest model of the Lifebook series the LOOX U/G90; these great mini laptops are lightweight and easy to use despite the small 5.6 inch multitouch display running Windows 7.

The version in available in the US comes with 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Z530 processor, 62 Gb SSD, GPS, but comes with no WiMAX.

Specs of the Fujitsu Lifebook UH900:

CPU: 2.0GHz Intel Atom Z550

RAM: 2GB DDR2

OS: Windows 7 Home Premium

Storage: 30GB SSD (Toshiba 1/2 SATA, SG series)

Display: 5.6″ touchscreen (1280 x 800, 16M colours, multitouch)

Wireless: 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, WiMAX

Size: 8.3″ x 4.2″ x 1.1″

Weight: 1.08 lbs (17.2 oz)

Priced at between $999 to $1180

Source [Pocketables]

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Check out the comparison video

David Allen — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:00:30 +0000

It not every day you get a chance to check out a comparison video where the Lenovo Ideapad S10-3t, Gigabyte T1000 and Viliv S10 Blade are put through their paces by the guys at netbooknews.com.

Therefore, it was the Viliv S10 Blade that comes out as the winner and it is not much of a surprise either because of the size, weight, design and hopefully how good it runs, but you cannot have everything can you.

Source [Eee PC]

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MSI show off gaming laptop at the CeBIT

David Allen — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:00:41 +0000

The CeBIT in Germany is a brilliant place to go to as many of the top computer maker unveil some of their latest kit, like Micro Star International (MSI) before the exhibition; they were letting it be known that something was going to be launched.

This is it, the MSI GT660 it is a fully loaded with almost everything that the gamer who wants to use a laptop happy.

Features of the MSI GT660 shown off at the CeBIT 2010:

Intel Core i7-720QM quad core CPU, three DDR3 SO-DIMMs, up to 4GB, frequencies of 1066 MHz to 1333 MHz, up to 12GB of memory, dual hard drive support, 16+ HD, HD+, Dynaudio Premium Sound, Colour Shine LED technology, NVIDIA GTX 285M, 1 GB of GDDR3 memory, Dynaudio sound, DTS Surround sound. Lastly, as an added bonus, Super Speed USB 3.0 standard and a nice glossy black colour film print casing

No prices yet that just shows you how new it this is!

Source [Softpedia]

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