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Apple announces patch for notebook battery issue

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 00:44:00 +0000

MacBook or MacBook Pro users must be much relieved to here that the company has finally come up with a solution to resolve the battery issues related to performance, such as shorter than usual battery life or problems charging the battery. The company has issued some software updates in the Apple menu and its website and has advised the owners of the above mentioned note books bought after February 2006, to download these software updates.
The company has also mentioned on its website that in case the fix doesn’t work, notebook users should contact Apple to have their battery replaced if they notice the following symptoms.
• Battery is not recognized causing an “X” to appear in the battery icon in the Finder menu bar.
• Battery will not charge when computer is plugged into AC power.
• Battery exhibits low charge capacity/runtime when using a fully charged battery with a battery cycle count (as shown in System Profiler) of less than 300.
• Battery pack is visibly deformed.
The issues are just related to the performance of the product according to the company.

The Mebius PC-WT70T Laptop

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:58:00 +0000

Mebius PC-WT70T is a brand new laptop from the Sharp group. The laptop utilities 1.6 GHz CPU processor, a 15.4 inches display, and 1GB of RAM. The Windows Vista Home Premium and Microsoft Office 2007 will be pre-installed with this product. In addition, it has a SATA microprocessor of a capacity of 100 GB. The Mebius PC-WT70T is also equipped with Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g and an integrated DVI. No word on pricing.

Tablet Kiosk’s Sahara TufTab

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:57:00 +0000

The Sahara TufTab from Tablet Kiosk is a rugged tablet PC that has been constructed to withstand the rigors of rain, dust, humidity, extreme temperatures, and vibration. The gadget is powered by 1.0GHz Celeron processor, 1GB of RAM, a 12.1 inch widescreen LCD touch panel display that can be viewed even under sunlight, Bluetooth connectivity, and a biometric fingerprint scan. The Sahara TufTab retails for $2,099.

Philip’s new X200 ultra portable laptop with extendable screen arm

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:53:00 +0000

By keeping in view the ease to read and work on laptops Philips has striked a new X200 ultra portable laptop on the shelves.
This latest laptop model with extendable screen arm and 12.1-inches widescreen LCD sports 1.73GHz Core Duo U2500 processor, 1GB of RAM, a 100GB HDD, DVD combo drive, 1.3 megapixel webcam and Windows Vista.
I think laptop users have now got one more entrant in the market to opt their comforts while working on laptops, but still price might create a barrier because this laptop is shipping now in UK for 850 pounds and approximately $1,700 in US.

Dell to offer Linux powered Laptops

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:51:00 +0000

Dell Inc. has confirmed that the company will soon offer notebooks with preinstalled Linux operating system.
Thousand of blog visitors voted that Dell should release computers that come equipped with Linux. The company has heard all the customers and will soon offer Linux powered Laptops.
Currently there is no news on the price of these machines, but many expect that they should be somewhat cheaper than Windows powered machines as Linux is a free OS and most of its applications also come free of charge.

HP Compaq 6515b and 6715b swank all the specs of a business notebook

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:39:00 +0000

What do you expect in a business laptop? Obviously, portability, reasonable price tag, up-to-the-minute innards, and superior connectivity options. Hewlett-Packard’s new Compaq 6515b and Compaq 6715b business notebook computers have all these features stuffed.
The 14.1-inch widescreen 6515b and the 15.4-inch widescreen 6715b are configurable with AMD Sempron and Turion processors, including 64-bit dual core Turion X2. Bothe the lappies boast 80GB to160GB hard disk drives, XP Pro to Vista Business, EV-DO or HSDPA 3G connectivity, ATI X1250 graphics, 802.11n WiFi, four USB ports, PC Card slot, and memory card reader.
Other than that, the machines will come with dual-layer DVD burners, including drives with LightScribe technology. The pricing start at $649, which I think will lure a number of customers.

NEC Versa S3200: Ultra-portable laptop with SSV technology

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:33:00 +0000

NEC has introduced its latest laptop Versa S3200, which comes with the Super Shine View (SSV) technology to give you crispy and crystal clear images.The Versa S3200 is the latest notebook for business people who are always on their toes, which will hit the markets in April2007.

The 1.96 kg durable notebook has a 13.3-inch display with Super Shine View (SSV) technology for crystal clear images. Apart from this, the Versa 3200 comes pre-loaded with Windows Vista.

It has the powerful Intel Core Duo processor combined with Intel 945GM Express chipset. A DVD Super-Multi drive and four high definition quality speakers positioned in 3 different directions give you the best sound and visual experience of your life.

Versa S3200 is RoHS compatible and comes with an integrated 1.3 megapixel webcam, 802.11b/g wireless, and Bluetooth connectivity. It also includes hot keys for emails, internet, wireless LAN and search function.

All this powerful features are packed into a stylish coal-black design, making the Versa S3200 a perfect combination of a technology and design.

MYtechnicalcare: TabletKiosk Sahara i215 Tablet PC on Video

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 10:35:00 +0000

MYtechnicalcare: TabletKiosk Sahara i215 Tablet PC on Video: "Measuring 292.9mm x 220mm x 24.9mm and weighing 3.1 pounds, the TabletKiosk i215 comes with a 12.1-inch XGA touchscreen display. The gadget ..."

TabletKiosk Sahara i215 Tablet PC on Video

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 10:14:00 +0000

Measuring 292.9mm x 220mm x 24.9mm and weighing 3.1 pounds, the TabletKiosk i215 comes with a 12.1-inch XGA touchscreen display. The gadget also features a 1.5-GHz Intel Pentium M processor, 1GB of memory, 60GB HDD, an integrated Wacom Electromagnetic Digitizer, 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, and up to 3.5-hours battery life. Watch the clip after the jump to see what it’s like…

Gigabyte will release the U60, its first UMPC next month at CeBit. The gadget will be featured a built-in QWERTY keyboard that slides out of the main body, a 6.5-inch (800×600) display screen, Wi-Fi b/g, 30GB hard drive, 2 USB ports and SD/MMC memory card reader. The U60 will be based on Via C7-M mobile processor. No info on pricing yet. Stay tuned for more updates!

The Lenovo 14.1 Inch ‘ThinkPad Premium Edition’ Laptop

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 10:12:00 +0000

Lenovo will launch its new laptop “ThinkPad Premium Edition” in Korea. This Windows Vista ready laptop comes jam packed with Intel Core2Duo Processor T7600, 256MB ATI M66GL graphic chipset, and 160GB 5400rpmh HDD. It also has 14.1-inch SXGA+ display with 1400×1050 resolution. The Lenovo 14.1 Inch Laptop “ThinkPad Premium Edition” will be available from March 1, 2007 for around $4300.

Sony Releases Twelve Vista-Powered VAIO Laptops

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 10:09:00 +0000

Sony released a dozen new Vista powered VAIO laptops destined for the Korean market. Some of them are the metallically-designed FE48L/H 15.4-inch widescreen multimedia laptop, the compact 13.3-inch widescreen SZ/C series that utilities Sony’s exclusive hybrid graphic system to adjust battery life to user’s environment, the TX55L/B which is coated in black, and a portable UX27LN that comes with a U1500 Intel Core Solo processor and Windows Vista Business. Pricing are still unknown.

FCC Has Approved Asus R1E Tablet PC

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 09:26:00 +0000

Asus R1E tablet PC has approved by the FCC so you should be able to find it on Asus’s site in a few days. This 13.3-inch convertible tablet is based on Santa Rosa platform, which sports Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 / T7300 / T7100 processor, up to 4GB RAM, max 160GB hard drive, 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless, Bluetooth, dual layer DVD burner, GMA X3100 graphics and Windows Vista operating system.

NEC ‘Lavie L’ gets the blue treatment

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 07:59:00 +0000

NEC, last month, introduced Lavie J ultraportable and LaVie G series multimedia notebooks. Now, they have sprinkled blue color to its LaVie L machines. The 15.4” widescreen LaVie L LL550/HG PC is now being offered in blue (thank God! It’s not pink again).

The laptop comes with a 1.8GHz AMD Sempron 3200+ CPU, Vista Home Premium and Office Personal 2007, a Multi DVD, a 100GB hard disk, an AMD Radeon Xpress 1100 graphic card, 1GB of RAM, and other basic features. The Wi-Fi a/b/g is taking care of the connectivity part. But, the weight of 3.1kg steals a bit the charm off the nicely configured machine.

MacBook Pro Cooler Design

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 06:31:00 +0000

This cooler design is designed by Bostjan Majcen. It comes with a fan in the middle, which is hidden behind an Apple logo. The design also has four USB ports and a tilted, lifted stand so you can see your screen better.

FCC Has Approved Asus R1E Tablet PC

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 06:10:00 +0000

Acer Aspire 5520 Notebook PC

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 04:19:00 +0000

Acer Aspire AS1410-8414 11.6-Inch Sapphire Blue Laptop - 6 Hour Battery Life

The 15.4-inch Acer Aspire 5520 laptop is designed by BMW Group design team for regular home users. The laptop is powered by AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-52/56/60/64/66 processor, Nvidia 8400M G (128MB VRAM) or 7000M graphics card, up to 4GB RAM, max 250GB hard drive, dual layer DVD burner, webcam, 802.11b/g wireless, Bluetooth, and Windows Vista operating system. It also features ceramic coated echelon-type keyboard and Dolby home theater system. The Acer Aspire 5520 laptop is priced at around $1000.

Toshiba Qosmio G40 17-inch Laptop

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 04:10:00 +0000

Toshiba’s Qosmio G40 17-inch notebook PC supports HD-DVD recording drive. By connecting it to the company’s REGZA LCD TV via REGZA Link, users can enjoy watching full HD video of the HD-DVD on the TV screen and also use reserved recording function controlled by the laptop. FYI, the Qosmio G40 adopts Intel Centrino Core 2 Duo T7300 processor, Nvidia GeForce 8600M GT graphics board and 400GB of hard disk drive. No word yet on pricing.

The TabletKiosk Sahara Slate i440D Tablet PC is shipping now. The gadget comes with an intel Core Duo LV processor, and can be configured at up to 4GB of DDR2RAM and 160GB of SATA. The tablet retails for $2,295. Hit the jump to read the list of specs.

‘$100 laptop’ now in children’s hands

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 04:07:00 +0000

The concept now turns into reality! $100 laptop is soon to bring big smiles on the faces of pupils in rural South American hamlet. The five years old concept of $100 laptop project finally gets the green light to ramp-up production of this low-cost machine. This low cost machine is scheduled to hit the streets this October.
The concept took five years of designing, collaboration and innovation for bringing the $100 laptop to this stage and this has been a turbulent journey for One Laptop per Child (OLPC), the organization behind the scheme and its founder Nicholas Negroponte.
Some critics’ notion is that such a cheap device could not offer the technology or durability required to be beneficial. Others pointed out that the target third-world countries had more burning problems, such as starvation, dehydration and disease.

But for OLPC this endeavor is not a gift of modern technology, but rather an educational initiative and ‘an expression of global solidarity’ that would ‘open up new fronts’ for children’s education.
The innovative design of the XO machine is impressive, even to critics. This innovative ‘XO’ device is designed to run on less than 10% of the power required by an ordinary laptop. The main purpose of developing XO is to cope with the harsh and remote conditions found in areas where it may be used, such as the deserts of Libya or the mountains of Peru.
The software, memory, and screen are all designed to minimize energy consumption. The battery-run XO can even be recharged with solar cells, or human-operated foot pumps or pull-string chargers, and last four times as long as an average battery.
The laptop will initially cost $176 but the organization predicts that the price will drop to the target $100 as manufacturing and improvements are integrated.

Gigabyte W251 G5 Laptop

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 04:05:00 +0000

Gigabyte launched their new W251 G5 12.1-inch wide notebook PC in the Korea market. FYI, this laptop has won 2006 G-Mark Award for its sleek black design. It runs on Intel Core 2 Duo T5300 processor, and offers 12.1-inch WXGA LCD screen, 2GB RAM, and 120GB SATA hard disk. Weighing 1.85kg(included ODD and battery), the G5 also contains DVD Super Multi optical drive, Bluetooth connectivity, 1.3MP webcam and supports WLAN. The Gigabyte W251 G5 Laptop is priced at around $980.

Eurocom D900C Phantom-X Gaming Notebook

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 04:04:00 +0000

The desktop replacement from Eurocom is powered by the 17-inch LCD screen (1920×1200) and Core 2 Duo E6400/E6600/E6700/X6800 or Core 2 Quad Q6600/Q6700 processor. The laptop also sports up to 4GB RAM, max 750GB hard drive, dual Nvidia GeForce Go 7950GTX graphics card with a total of 1GB DDR3 memory, TV tuner, dual layer DVD burner, Bluetooth, wireless, 1.3MP webcam, and Windows Vista operating system. Eurocom D900C Phantom-X gaming notebook is priced at $2999.

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noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 05:23:00 +0000

Intel coming with Core 2 Processors designed for gamers

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 03:34:00 +0000

How well of Intel to think of the gamers geeks that need fast processors and servers so they have decided to launch two new processors in the Q2/Q3 or maybe Q4 of this year keeping in mind the special needs of the gamers.

The X7800 first Core 2 extreme model will feature 2.6GHz speed, 4MB of L2 cache and an 800 MHz front-side bus. These CPU’s will be overclockable and 64-bit capable.

The other will be X7900 with speeds of up to 2.8GHz and is a version of Extreme Merom and will get its commercial limelight in Q4 this year.

The price of these processors will start from $795 per unit.

ASUS V1JP Core 2 Duo Laptop

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 11:20:00 +0000

The ASUS V1JP is designed for both work and play. It is powered by a 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T7200 processor, 1GB of DDR2 RAM, 512MB of ATI Mobility Radeon X1700 video graphics, 120GB SATA HDD, 8x DVD Super-Multi drive, and a super-bright 15.4-inch WSXGA+ display. Notebook Review has a deep review of this laptop. Here is the verdict.
Overall it is a pleasure to be one of the first to own the ASUS V1JP in North America. This laptop has a lot to offer in terms of performance, quality, features and decent battery life. I would recommend this laptop to business users looking for performance, graphic designing, security features, flexibility and a docking station. This laptop is my first laptop, and it is a pleasure to own the ASUS V1JP.
The Asus V1JP is priced at $2,024.2

Asus Gives new U5F Core 2 Duo and refreshed look

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 20:19:00 +0000

Asus is ready with a new refreshed U5F build around their older Sonoma platform.
Laptop gets its power from the Intel Core 2 duo T5500 processor with display being a 12.1-inch XGA monitor. With 80 GB HDD and 512Mb RAM the laptop also has features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, dual-layer DVD burner, while the graphics are powered by Intel 945GM integrated graphic set.
It comes pre-loaded with Window XP (Vista Compatibility is missing I suppose) and the Asus’s own “Splendid video intelligence technology” will give you enhanced viewing experience as it will automatically set the contrast, brightness and color ratio. Apart from this there are also USB ports, Ethernet Jack and VGA output.
The price of this beauty weighing 1.4kg is not known but you can be sure of finding it in Chinese markets soon.

Toshiba to roll out EV-DO-equipped Portege R400 convertible tablet

noreply@blogger.com (computer tech) — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 20:01:00 +0000

Toshiba is ready to unveil a new convertible tablet called, Portege R400 that is set to be the company’s “signature” laptop, and get rid of the keyboard & design layout from the M400, no need to quip its flagship feature: HSDPA. Developed especially to go with Windows Vista minutiae, Sporting a 12.1-inch “LED backlit” widescreen display, the latest machine is apparently the “world’s first PC that automatically match up your info with Active Notifications.”
Toshiba’s ConfigFree setup, in a bid to make having connected as simple as possible, apparently makes managing your WiFi, Bluetooth, EV-DO and gigabit Ethernet connections a breeze, however the actual standout of the Portege R400 is its promise to be the “world’s first system with a wireless dock to get connected to desktop peripherals,” which is supposed to be coming out as strong usable if bandwidth doesn’t show too great a bottleneck.