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Lenovo H320 Desktop

2011-04-18T16:21:00.000+07:00

Lenovo H230

Lenovo, the pumps used desktop themes in a way cooking spaghetti recent years: to throw everything into a pot, stir it around a bit, then pull out something and throw it on a wall to see what sticks. The Essential series is one such innovation come from the Chinese computer giant design revival, they are more affordable feature-oriented, rather than design-centric focus, computer.

That's not to say that the H320 is poorly designed, far away, in fact. This small desktop was born with efficiency in mind, and lives up to the expectations by the smallest possible space on your desktop.

Lenovo is definitely a page from other manufacturers used books, the H320 provides almost - but not quite identical - to offers from other companies like HP and Gateway (Acer). While this is not entirely their fault, because starting at a certain point, all these slim tower desktops look the same, they may have tried a new approach. Apple and Dell, for example, have both very small desktops that offer larger-than-nettop performance.

As with most of this slim desktops, the optical drive is mounted vertically on the front of the machine hidden behind a shiny black plastic door. The entire front is covered with this black shiny plastic and offers seamless - if scratch easily - look.

Both sides are largely featureless, apart from a few strategically placed ventilation holes. It would be nice if Lenovo some sort of stand on at least one page for those users who would rather lay horizontally instead of vertically on the desktop had locked.

The front of the H320 offers the vertically aligned optical drive, as already mentioned. As a nice bonus, Lenovo managed to squeeze a Blu-ray read / writable DVD drive. There are two USB 2.0 ports on the bottom, and the usual two analog audio jacks for line-in and headphone output signals. A multi-card memory card reader sits next to the unit's power button on top to complement the curvature of the front-facing ports.

As always, the rear of the machine where the real action is. On the H320, including Lenovo, only four USB 2.0 ports, it's a shame it no longer. There are also three analog audio jacks for line-in, line-out and microphone-in audio sources.

Gigabit Ethernet takes care of sitting around all of the networking and two PS / 2 ports for peripherals at the top. The H320 is equipped with a USB mouse and perplexingly, wired a PS / 2 keyboard. It is high time for PS / 2 ports are completely abolished in a consumer desktop (they have their place in a business-unit focus) and it would be nice to see Lenovo only they can be in favor of USB for the next iteration.

By default, the Lenovo H320 is Essential comes with a VGA and HDMI video connection. What is great that these native to the motherboard, even if now user a basic model with Intel's Graphics HD Media Accelerator HM55 integrated GPU, they are purely to be able to hook up to an external display (like an HDTV) with a digital connection.

For those wishing to update a discrete GPU as the GeForce 310 in this review unit, there is an extra one each VGA and HDMI video ports on the card. The only drawback is that the video connectors on the card and the video ports on the motherboard can not be used simultaneously, which is actually a common problem on desktops as this.

Most luxurious and Most expensive in the world $ 1 M Luvaglio

2011-04-18T14:23:00.000+07:00

Afresh picture emerged of Luvaglio million dollar laptop, and although it's always the allure of a render it, I feel a twinge of guilt for my past wickedness. So yes, it's a beauty. Even thereupon diamond power switch, as though only appeal to redneck prize winner designed. Even if it's just vaporware looking to a buyer before they actually make one. New releases details suggest that owners have to match, with their choice of "precious metals, leather and real wood."That's, it still ain'ta million dollars, even with Blu-Ray and a flash drive. I think the flash memory coulded, but if it is to a higher degree 32 GB.

SONY ALPHA DSLR - A900 trying to compete with industry giant photography

2011-04-17T14:21:00.000+07:00

Sony A900

The Sony A900 is among the most anticipated digital SLRs in recent memory rank. The company first showed an early version of its upcoming flagship design at the Photo Marketing Association trade fair in the spring of 2007, and to the following year shows Sony some more details revealed about the image sensor and stabilization mechanism would use it. The Alpha A900 with a full 35mm frame-size image sensor Sony has joined a rather exclusive club. So far, only four companies have offered full-frame digital SLRs. Of these two - Contax and Kodak - since the market for digital SLR cameras remain completely cut out.

The Sony does in a head-to-head race with the two giants of the photographic industry - Canon and Nikon. Each competitor has two full-frame digital SLR - a mid-range model at around $ 3000 MSRP, and to triple a professional model for twice as much. Sony looks to have quite upset the status seems quo by pricing its flagship at about the same as its competitors mid-range models, but with a specification that lie somewhere in between the competing Mid-Range and Pro models - and in some cases, such as sensor resolution, actually introduces the field. The Sony Alpha A900 has a whopping 24.6 megapixel resolution from the full-frame Exmor CMOS image sensor - where the highest resolution of the sensor from 35mm SLR yet known. To handle all the data from the high-resolution image sensor generates, uses the Sony DSLR-A900 Dual BIONZ image processor, and this permits to shoot five frames per second up to 11 JPEG or 13 RAW images.

The sensor is mounted on a movable plate for in-camera image stabilization, SteadyShot INSIDE branded mounted allowed. This is another world first for a full-frame SLR, and it is no small thing when you consider that the sensor-shift mechanism, consider has to do with the extra weight of a full-frame sensor. Various DSLRs seen to date that features CCD-shift image stabilization all have much smaller 1.6x crop sensors. Sony took the challenge by developing a new more powerful sensor-shift mechanism, and the rates of the Alpha DSLR-A900 so good for a 2.5-to 4-stop improvement.

The Sony DSLR-A900 body is made up of five main-magnesium alloy construction and includes sections to reduce seal against moisture penetration between body parts, as well as the various knobs and buttons. The Sony A900 has a Sony Alpha mount, which also accepts Konica and Minolta glass. A large pentaprism sits above the lens mount, both dictate the camera body workmanlike visual aesthetic and a very large and bright viewfinder with 0.74x magnification TTL. The back features a large 3-inch LCD display with 921,600 points, which corresponds to VGA (640 x 480) with three pixels R, G and B dots per pixel. This is solely for the review of the images, as well as menus and status display, the Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 does not offer live view capability. There is also a small top-panel LCD status display, the shots remaining and battery life displays, and basic exposure variables

The Sony Alpha A900 offers ISO sensitivity of 200 corresponds to 3200, but is expandable corresponds to ISO 100 to 6,400. Shutter speeds range from 30 to 1 / 8000 second and a bulb setting and x-sync is 1 / 250 second (or 1 / 200 second when SteadyShot is enabled). The dosage is reached by a 40-segment honeycomb sensor, and you can choose from center-weighted or spot metering modes. The focusing is achieved, arranged courtesy of aa nine-point autofocus system phase with 2.8 dual center cross sensor, and there are ten additional AF points of light near the main focus areas. There is no flash in the Sony A900 built with the design, rather than offer a hot shoe and PC sync terminal for external Speedlight flash units and lighting setups.

The Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 features dual flash card slots, and thus the images on memory in CompactFlash Type I or Type II cards (including Microdrives), or on a Memory Stick Duo cards. The Sony A900 draws its power from a proprietary NP-FM500H InfoLithium battery that is rated for about 880 shots per charge on CIPA testing standards. Connectivity options include both USB 2.0 High Speed port for computer and standard and high definition video. For standard-def, there are PAL / NTSC switchable composite video output, while high-definition is achieved through an HDMI connection.

Acer Aspire 5943G notebook prices most expensive of Acer

2011-04-16T23:28:00.000+07:00

Armed with top-class components, this notebook offers excellent performance. Combined cool design and complete facilities, the notebook did seem tempting. Material classy, touchpad double function, and good performanceThat is part of efforts to make the Acer Aspire 5943G notebook to be different than the other. In terms of material, for example, Acer uses aluminum material that surrounds the back and notebook keyboard size is 15.4 inches. The use of aluminum can be seen in contrast with a black plastic material that characterizes the area around the screen and armrest.

Keyboard his own use separate design measuring 15x15 mm with a wide distance between the keys. As a result, the process of typing feels very comfortable and natural. However, similar praise can not be addressed to the touchpad. The reason, the touchpad using glass materials. From the side it looks cool, but the touchpad is made from glass having two major problems that the movement feels sluggish and very easy to get dirty.

In this notebook Acer using glass materials for the touchpad which has two functions that is, if you press a special button near it, under a layer of glass touchpad will show the flame lights featuring touch keys for multimedia applications. The menu is displayed includes Music, Video, and navigation buttons (like Play, Pause, and Mute). Pressing the Music and Video will run a special application called Acer Arcade Deluxe. It should be noted when the touchpad is turned into the multimedia menu, the function of the touchpad becomes inactive. This method is sufficient to bring a futuristic effect of this notebook.

Meanwhile, to boost performance, this notebook weighs 3 kg equipped upscale component to ensure all applications run smoothly. Just look at the processors that use Intel Core i7 740-QM (4 core, 1.73 GHz). For business graphics, this notebook is relying on ATI Radeon HD5650 (1GB). This combination makes the Acer Aspire 5943G is tough in many applications, such as you can see from the test results. Which is also fun, this notebook battery could reach 2 hours to play video and 4.5 hours to run the text.

But there is one thing that disrupt the use of this notebook, which is the heat generated. The combination of poor cooling system and the use of magnesium material make the keyboard area feels hot when it is fully loaded for a long time. Acer Aspire 5943G super equipped with complete facilities, ranging from HDMI, eSATA, FireWire, until a fingerprint scanner. Completeness functions, plus a topnotch performance, is a good combination for a notebook. So despite having heat problems and are less comfortable touchpad, Acer Aspire 5943G remains an enticing product.

Capitalize on the component class, the performance of the Acer Aspire 5943G look tough in a variety of test results. Moreover, Acer embed 87Wh battery size, so that the battery resistance can reach 4.5 hours on the test Battery Eater type Text.

Metsys 40 Netbook for entry-level class

2011-04-16T14:24:00.000+07:00

Curiosity lost in Metsys S40 immediately after looking at the netbook designs that are too "normal" compared to competitors who now appear with a style that began to "weird". The IT industry in China that allows the person ordering the finished product with a short and cheap to make products like this easily booked. Apparently Metsys manufacturers want to fill a gap in the market where consumers are very sensitive to the issue price, whichever is less expensive it is selected.

As a product of his impression startup testing, S40 accidentally appear calm with the specifications spelled out "outdated." If another netbook comes with Dual-Core Atom CPU, netbook is actually still struggling with the Atom N450 processor with 160 GB hard drive. This spec is clearly not new, and less ogled those who want the latest technology. Once again, producers seem to try out the market with products that "responsibility". However, they seem to benefit from the selling price of the netbooks that it can be more expensive than models with the latest technology.

Be visited from any side, there's nothing special on this netbook. Everything is almost like the normal netbook in entry-level class. This is seen starting from the casing, keyboard, until connectivity is fairly standard. Shortcut keys of certain functions, including power, too mini to be pressed. The information function also displayed less clear, although if you already use it, users will easily understand. Well, the S40 is an economical gadget without certain privileges unless the price is really affordable.

Before you accuse Metsys S40 as the product "as is", maybe we need to remind you that the cheap netbook like this still exist that need. Students or those who funded a mediocre would be attracted to them. This is the power Metsys S40. This netbook is competitive rivalry through entry-level laptops today.

Testing Results

Armed Atom N450 clocked a slightly increased (1.83 GHz), the Eee PC just works a little faster than the previous netbook with Atom Metsys (N450 1.6 GHz). 1GB DDR2 RAM usage make the system work and then only ideal for light computing. Performance Battery 2200mAh batteries also only give a limited durability.

Nikon D5000 one of the options for Beginner Photographers

2011-04-15T22:27:00.000+07:00

Nikon D5000 also offers a number of new features that are popular in DSLR cameras. For example, features a live-view held by nearly all digital SLR cameras as Nikon is also present in D5000. Additionally, Nikon D5000 is also a second DSLR Nikon D90 after having video recording capabilities. And to maximize the second feature, the Nikon D5000 also comes with a folding screen. Then how the quality and performance?

Nikon D5000 positioning this as a beginner class digital SLR camera with an abundance of features. Physical form is relatively compact for the size of a DSLR camera, the size is similar to some of his predecessors in the class series Nikon D40 and D60 beginner like. Grip Nikon D5000 is also quite large, the use of plastic materials is also fairly good. Grip was also equipped with a texture so that the camera is firmly grasped. Body weight of about 560 grams (not including lensa.Di the top, in addition there is the holder for an external flash, there is also a dial button is placed on the right near the shutter button. In total there are 13 shooting modes selection, ranging from automatic to manual mode .

Nikon D5000 is the first Nikon digital SLR cameras in entry-level class that uses a CMOS sensor. This camera uses a CMOS sensor with APS-C format that is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 12 megapixels. For storage media, this camera uses SD memory card media / SDHC. Nikon D5000 have also used the new autofocus module. With the number of autofocus points as many as 11 pieces, of course, this product will be able to help you when taking the picture. Also expanded the reach of sensitivity ranging from ISO 200 to 3200. However, this range is still still extended to ISO 6400. Besides taking pictures with JPEG results in a variety of sizes and quality, this camera can take pictures with RAW format. Active D-Lighting feature is also present in this camera. This feature is useful to help memerluas dynamic range on the resulting image. In addition, there are various features retouching for direct editing in the camera.

At the beginning we had also mentioned that Nikon D5000 has a live-view capability and video recording. Yes, by 2.7-inch LCD screen can be used to perform composition and take pictures. Autofokusnya performance on a live-view mode is quite accurate, although still somewhat slow in finding a focus. Video recording feature on this camera offers recording up to a resolution of 1280x720 (HD) with frame-rate 24 fps. And to facilitate the user when using the live-view or video recording, the LCD screen mounted to be folded down. This screen can be folded down to 180 degrees and 270 degrees to the right. Because the hinge is placed at the bottom of the screen, this screen can not be in the fold when using a tripod.

For the beginner class digital SLR camera category, the Nikon D5000 offers a very attractive feature. The ability of live-view and video with folding screen would be very helpful when taking pictures in difficult positions. The picture is also fairly good. Photos appear clean with minimal noise at high sensitivity up to ISO 3200. The resulting dynamic range was fairly good, and can be further enhanced with the help of Active D-Lighting feature. Customization was fairly quite freely because you can configure itself to the parameters of the photo and save it as a custom setting. In addition, there are also quite interesting retouching facility to provide variations on the photo. Nikon D5000 Overall this is an extremely interesting digital SLR camera, good for beginners or who have advanced.

Kodak M38, photography is now fun

2011-04-14T23:09:00.001+07:00

Kodak EasyShare M381

From time to time, consumer digital cameras for themselves the feeling that the development of camera technology has always been lenient carrier. This can be seen from the various facilities offered by the camera. The goal is to photos, cool, without getting struggle with manual settings on the camera. Convenience is increasingly visible on compact models that are designed for novice users, as well as the Kodak EasyShare M381 from this.

M381 appears in a rectangular shape. The control buttons and other parts of the design is in a way that the camera is placed 2 cm bertebal remain attractive. Designers deliberately separates some of the most important functions for the user easier to use, how to share flash button near the power or special key "Share", the results of the photo / video from the camera. The lens can perform to the camera, which looks well up to 5x optical zoom, but that does not look bad seamless zoom (magnification increase), while in video recording mode.

If the utility is pleased to have the best, this product is right for you. The reason this camera offers a mainstay of the Smart Capture feature. This system is the configuration settings to the shooting conditions automatically detected by the camera. As a result, users are able to be amateur, good photos, even if they produce was photographed in carefree. Let's say he was taking pictures of people with the background is too light (to produce such a dark face) on the back. To overcome this, the system enabled Smart Capture Anti "Back Light", set the ISO scale, and process and improve the image by pressing the noise and the dark areas. As a result, the better photo shots like a professional look.

Based on the facilities offered their own, all-M381 was deliberately simple to use. This terbulti with the availability of the selected scene photographs to the users, according to the situation. In addition to the Scheme 18 photographs, also offered a sports scene mode options, which blurred, and the program (P). Unfortunately, P shooting mode, very few manual controls.

However, the use of the M381 to meet the needs of photography is now fun. Users are not difficult, the setting, even if this option is to make available. Unfortunately, the scene is not Blur Reduction optical image stabilizer, supports the continuous image looks so often blurred, especially in low light conditions. If you are looking for a practical camera that offers pretty good image quality, decent flirted M381 and will not disappoint.

A Very Unique Projector Dell M109S

2011-04-14T18:07:00.000+07:00

If you think a portable projector at this time is quite slim compared to the conventional model, you need to see this product. You will be amazed to see the size of the output projector Dell M109S this series. Unlike other products, only the size of an adult hand. Dell M109S offers customized features with its small. Dell M109S DLP technology rely and Brilliant Color. This technology uses millions of micro mirrors to produce quality images and vivid colors.

Supporting a native resolution of 858x600 pixels, we can make this up to the level of 1024x700 pixels. There is also a touch panel at the top to enable some menu functions. Is a bit unfortunate, the touch pad is less responsive when pressed. With the inclusion of the internal speaker does not mean you rely only sound from the source presentation.

But what about performance? Most felt that the level of intensity (only 50 ANSI Lumens). Therefore, the Dell M109S should be used in a really dark room to get a brighter image. In addition, there are also interference with the extension cable 30-pin multi-supplied input. Size that can be spelled out precisely responsibility makes it a little "complicated". If allowed a little imagination, this device will certainly have a higher mobility if it could use a battery.

For those who often make presentations at various places, will be able to take advantage of this mini projector. Form a small and light weight would be an easy thing. This is supported by a more efficient use of resources. With the various limitations of performance, the Dell M109S fortunately still offers other unique advantages.

Dell Inspiron Zino HD

2011-04-14T14:57:00.001+07:00

Dell announced the Inspiron Zino HD some time ago to moderate praise. Zino is a compact unit in comparison to most desktop PCs, measuring less than eight inches on a side. is based on the model of the Mac Mini, the Dell Zino HD in a nice little box so that it does not involved a lot of unnecessary packaging. Go Dell. The device is clad in a shiny black plastic on four sides and top, the floor is made of a rubber-like black "feet" that prevents the machine to spin while protecting customers from scratching furniture together.

The front of the machine offers users access to two USB 2.0 ports, a headphone jack, an SD card reader and the optical drive. A small light-colored square on the right shows the presence of ports, an IR receiver, used to capture commands sent from a supplied remote control. There is also an optical drive, depending on configuration, the drive can play DVDs, burn DVDs or play Blu-ray movies. Both sides are boring, except for two small extrusions on the bottom left. These serve as points of stability in the case of a user decide which should be oriented vertically Zino HD - a common occurrence, given the limited desk and entertainment center space.

Overall, the unit feels very sturdy, the solid build quality affordable despite its roots. The only real concern most users should be made of shock-trauma, but few desktops routinely carted around, and while moving. Dell also first iteration of the tiny Zino desktops include a range of stylish cover, all optional extras. The new version scales back on some of the modern, ultra-hip designs for more traditional fixed gradients. The lids pop with a short press on the back of the machine, removing and replacing the basic black model with which the ships Zino is a literal snap. The black cover is no extra charge with the Zino HD included, optional (textured) red, white and blue is an unhappy $ 39. Because they are straight blades made of plastic, Dell should really be able to halve the price of this.

And removal This part is largely unchanged from the original Zino HD. The front of the machine has two USB 2.0 ports (no USB 3.0, sorry), an SD card slot, audio output and an IR receiver. The back of the machine shows two more USB 2.0 ports, two eSATA ports for high-speed external memory access, analog input and output, S / PDIF audio output, VGA and HDMI video out and Gigabit Ethernet on In contrast to the previous HD Zino, use the new laptop machines across Zinos inside - apart from the hard disk. The last units used desktop CPUs that you update yourself if you were smart enough. It's almost a shame that Dell was going with a full on 3.5-inch hard disk. The main competitor of the Zino, the Apple Mac mini leaves that cheaper memory for a 2.5-inch hard disk.

While a bit slower, but allows them a much smaller case. Zino is not great, not far-fetched, but it could be smaller still. Perhaps this is something Dell can for the 2011 model change. It is also important to note that this configuration of the Zino (which despite the affordable price, something like a top-of-the-line system) and a Blu-ray Combo readable / DVD + /-RW. Despite the relatively weak growth in the HTPC arena, Dell is ensuring that they have a foot in the door when they want to pursue it. While the Zino unfortunately no place mentioned in the interior of TV tuner chip, the USB device manufacturer offers for sale, if the user want to go that route.

HP Deskjet Ink Advantage K209a

2011-04-11T19:49:00.000+07:00

HP Deskjet Ink Advantage K209a

Although only rely on two ink tanks, print quality photos capable of displaying the colors are close to the original. Want to have an affordable multifunction device with the ability to print photos of good but not expensive? The device of this HP might be ogled. Color inkjet multifunction device that has the function of print, copy and scan is offered at an affordable price Specifications offered this device powerful enough to meet the needs of the print medium. Home users with lower print activities accommodated by providing tray capacity 80 sheets. Through the front panel buttons, you can only print a maximum of 9 pieces just as much. This is because the only available screen 1 digit without the key number or numbers. So if you want to print 9 notes, you have to press the copy button 9 times, less practical indeed.

Results-based print black and white text appear prima and precision. Each letter can be displayed neatly in the absence of ink seeping. The prints dry quickly and not too smelly. But if you try to print A4-sized image files, the result looks a little slow so it would appear that no neat color gradation. This can be seen clearly if you are printing graphics or photos on plain paper / plain. Inkjet devices are more suitable for use in text-based documents or color without graphics / images of the dominant (like images).

However, different results appear when you print on photo paper. One of the benefits of color inkjet multifunction device is its ability to print on photo paper. This is what HP seeded Deksjet K209a. The test results printed on photo paper 4x6 inch postcard can produce rich color and precise results. The resulting bright color perform in accordance with the original.

The speed of the process pindainya impressive show as long as resolution of 300 dpi using the options down. On top of that resolution, speed pindainya walk long enough. This was proven when we scan the A4-sized photos with a resolution of 600 dpi, which takes about 1 minute 30 seconds. What is offered HP Deskjet K209a can cover activities that require personal print good quality. His ability is good and affordable price is the value of this device. Multifunction device is suitable to meet the printing needs of high but cheaper than the use of a laser multifunction device.

Lenovo IdeaCentre A700

2011-04-11T00:52:00.001+07:00

The Lenovo IdeaCentre A700 all-in-one desktop begins at to a lesser degree $900. These brushup configuration carries a producer advised retail cost by $1,599. Lenovo barely acquainted afresh brush up by the high-end A700; the Blu-ray drive is switched come out as a DVD+/-RW and RAM is pushed down to 4GB. The CPU is raised to an Intel Core i7-740QM being given at 1.73GHz - just blithely the altogether setup got a rebate to the tune from $350, getting in at $1,249. Build up and aim

Lenovo presently oblations all-in-one desktops in three primary systems: the nettop ‘C' series, which uses humbler screens and low-end Atom C.P.U.s to dramatically bring down the cost, the desktop-class ‘B' series, which applies desktop-class computer hardware to live up to operation addicts looking for bring through a few board, and the design-focused ‘A' series, which Lenovo applies to advertise the boundses in conditions of aim, trespassing by laptop computer- and mobile-class computer hardware called for to examine new form factors.

It's a smart way of doing business, since it means that the A series can be applied all but surgically, to examine new designs and new ways of engineering a desktop. Then, those aims that bear witness successful and/or commercially viable can be moved down to the ‘B' series. Subsequently a few refinement, and replacing high-end finishes with lower-cost alternatives, those designs can and then be advanced to the entry-level ‘C' series. While the IdeaCentre A700 isn't quite the looker that the A600 equaled, it's an attractive piece of equipment in its own right. It's regrettable that Lenovo accepted a more generic look therein model, though, as it's almost hard to tell the difference between this machine, and contending models from HP or Gateway/Acer.

Despite accepting a slimmer profile than some members of its ‘B' series, the A700 still packs many features into its attractive frame. A speaker grille sits on the bottom front of the machine, playing a rudimentary soundbar for the desktop. The screen sits on top and almost looks like it's attending slump on top; the effect is even more marked when the machine is viewed from the side. A slot-loading optical drive helps give the A700 a classier feel than some competing products, and that level of sophistication continues into the stand that supports the machine.

Clad in a silvery metal, the stand feels solid - it's just regrettable that it's hidden away behind the machine where few people will ever see it. There's also a hole cover the middle that lets users drape the power cord through the stand, rather than clumsily winding around it. In point of fact, the only real annoyance with the design of the IdeaCentre A700 is where the stand is located. Or perhaps more properly, the problem is where the inputs that it covers are located. Most of the inputs, outputs and other assorted expandability are placed in such as a style that it's hard to access them without considerably running either the desktop or the stand.

Stimulations and expandability

As adverted, the A700 makes no compromises when it bears on the number by ports and inputs a desktop traditionally bids. On the left side of the machine is a bevy of easily accessible inputs, including two USB 2.0 ports, a mini-IEEE1394 (FireWire) port, headphone and microphone jacks, an eSATA port and a 6-in-1 card reader. The right side of the machine exhibitionists the slot-loading Blu-ray ROM/DVD+/-RW optical drive also as its accompanying eject button. Behind the stand on the rear of the machine is where all of the excitement happens - the A700 has a administer to exhibitionist. Just above the port shield is a Kensington lock slot. Below that are four more USB 2.0 ports, a Gigabit Ethernet jack, S/PDIF optical audio out, coax cable in, composite video in, stereo audio in, HDMI in, HDMI out and power in.

There's also a keyboard and mouse sync button. The many additional video and audio ports can be attributed to both the TV tuner likewise as the dual-purpose display unit inside of the A700. Not only is the desktop capable of receiving ATSC and ClearQAM broadcasts, but it can be used as a standalone display for external devices such a cable or satellite box, Xbox 360 (HDMI) or Nintendo Wii (Composite video and stereo audio in).

HP TouchSmart 610 with Reclining Stand Unveiled

2011-04-10T14:31:00.000+07:00

HP took the wraps off of its latest generation of TouchSmart all-in-one products. Under development for an extended period of time, the TouchSmart 610 addresses one of the primary criticisms leveled at touchscreen desktops: they're physically painful to use. To assuage some of these concerns, HP's new TS 610 can recline so far it almost lays down flat. The TouchSmart 610 comes with HP's TouchSmart 4.0 software suite pre-installed. TS 4.0, which is a reasonable attempt to shoehorn Windows 7 into a finger-friendly environment, comes with touch-oriented versions of Facebook, Twitter, Netflix, Hulu and webcam apps.

HP's TouchSmart 610 also comes with a number of upgrades over the 310 model, including a higher-performance Beats Audio sound system, a larger, 23-inch screen and full HD 1080p resolution. The lower-end TouchSmart 310 was the first major redesign of the TouchSmart lineup in several years, and HP wasn't about to waste all of that design IP; the new TouchSmart 610 follows many of the same lines. The most striking departure, however, is the stand.

One of the biggest criticisms of touchscreen desktops, including the TouchSmart, is the simple discomfort involved in using them. After an extended time, holding one's arms up becomes painful. HP seeks to change that by changing how the computer is used. The 610 is able to recline up to 60 degrees back, providing a much more comfortable experience for users who wish to sit and interact with the TouchSmart for long periods of time.

In addition to the larger screen size and vastly improved stand, the TouchSmart 610 will also ship with an exclusive multitouch-enabled version of Ubisoft's real-time strategy game, R.U.S.E. We saw this being demoed on the TouchSmart 310 late last year - while it seems like a brilliant way of showing off the TouchSmart's multi-touch capabilities, the 310 simply didn't have the hardware to back up the game's graphical requirements. The TouchSmart 610, however, packs higher-end processors and graphics cards in addition to its larger screen. R.U.S.E. will likely have no issue running on the better hardware.

Available starting February 9th, the TouchSmart 610 will carry a starting price of just $899.99 - which shows how prices have fallen over the last several years. Just as the TouchSmart 600 was used as a model for the business-targeted HP TouchSmart 9100, so too was the 610 used to develop a business version. The TouchSmart 9300 offers business users the same 60 degree reclining capabilities and Beats Audio; HP is expecting to launch the new version sometime in May.

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Asus notebook series U43Jc Bamboo Series

2011-04-10T02:16:00.000+07:00

While many notebooks come with metal and plastic materials, this series tries to remind us of nature by incorporating natural elements are more alive. If you've ever noticed the car's interior luxury, consider the dashboardnya. Usually this section using wood materials for a natural look as well as elegant. Well, touch wood is also manifested in the new Asus notebook series U43Jc included in the Bamboo series. In this case bamboo material used to cover and palmrest (back of the hand) which makes this notebook a unique look. Asus presents itself unreasonable Bamboo notebook range to reduce the use of plastic materials in notebooks that are often difficult to disentangle by nature. This step is commendable as an important breakthrough in supporting the preservation of nature.

Although designed with the look of a friendly, U43Jc was prepared to work quite fierce. Because the computer classroom is equipped with the latest Core i7 processor. Especially when this is attempted using the Intel Core i7-M620 plus 4 GB of DDR3 memory is pretty fast to run the computing activity. But he uses no batteries for fast running out of resources, technology diimplementasikanlah Super Hybrid Engine (SHE). This will determine the appropriate level of power consumption required activity. While working full-power will be provided with optimal. But if the condition is unused CPU (idle), the power consumption be reduced. This is similar to Optimus technology from nVidia that govern work assignments onboard graphics (Intel GMA HD is more calm) and a separate graphics chip (GeForce 310M more powerful) automatically.

Facilities at Bamboo U43Jc itself fairly well balanced, with a HDMI port to replace the absence of FireWire ports. The USB port was only 3 pieces, but one of them already bertekenologi USB 3.0 (colored blue for a faster connection). As with other Asus models, features Instant-On for entertainment and Internet activity via Express Gate Cloud Express system remains available. This is suitable for you who want to open a browser with immediately or just play online games without having to go into the operating system. The use of bamboo not only makes Asus U43JC look unique, but also more friendly to nature. Performance and sailing facilities notebook 14 "is also satisfactory. But all these advantages must be redeemed at more than U.S. $ 1000.

Samsung HMX-T10WP, Camcoder

2011-04-09T16:02:00.000+07:00

When other similar products loaded with features, this camcorder is one more feature comfort factor. Anyone who ever record a video using the camcorder it will feel if the weight is one factor that often lead to trouble. "Suffering" increases when you have to record video with the monotony of holding the position until the cause of fatigue in the hand and shoulder. Now, with this background Samsung tried to give a solution through one of a series mini camcorders, HMX-T10WP.

What is behind the calls is very convenient camcorder?

The first course of its weight is only 220 grams, very light compared to similar handheld camcorder. Camcorder light caused by a lack of internal data storage components so that the user must use an SD memory card (external) to store photos and video.

Second, HMX-T10WP lens design made with a slightly upward direction of view or look up about 20 degrees. This is so that your hands do not have to always uphold the camcorder to record subjects taken at the front. Things like this may seem trivial but Samsung is sharp in comfort.

With the support of record full-HD (1920x1080 pixel), HMX-T10WP suitable for you who want to try HD on LCD TV sensation. In this regard instil Samsung CMOS sensor called BSI (Back Side Illuminated) who claimed to have the ability to image receiving more than twice as sensitive for the video appear brighter sera noise while minimizing distortion. But throughout the trial, this feature is less effective in dim light conditions or on recordings that are too shook though system stabilizer (OIS) is active.

Besides as a camcorder, the device is worth Rp 5 million is also a digital camera with a maximum resolution of 4.7 megapixels. With a piece SDHC 8GB capacity you can record full-HD video 74 minutes (Fine quality) or storing 7541 images with a resolution of 4.7 megapixels (2880x1620 pixels).

Battery capacity of 1250mAh Li-ion is already sufficient but would feel less if you have to record up to more than 2 hours. Perhaps because this is the reason to save power on the camcorder does not include the internal lights or flash lights to photograph, as a result the quality of the recording in the afternoon or evening will look less lighting.

The experience of recording with HMX-T10WP deep impression on convenience. Minicam was light wear, no wasteful batteries, as well as offering attractive range of functions or Smart Auto Touchpoint practical. Also convenient to use the touchscreen navigation. Unfortunately for the image quality, the result is still noticeably less sharp and again the results seem less smooth video. Camcorder like this seems more suited to video record the activities of almost instantaneous and easy

Lenovo Ideacenter B300 ( All In One Personal Computer)

2011-04-08T21:11:00.000+07:00

With the CPU and monitor in one unit, B300 IdeaCentre able to make your old PC was outdated. Although seen less popular, AIO (All-in-one) Desktop is a interesting product that can replace your conventional desktop. Moreover, if you want the PC compact and tidy, the concept IdeaCentre AIO like this might attract your attention. Basically, the AIO brings together the components on the CPU with a conventional PC monitor in one body. Lenovo IdeaCentre B300 is a member of the intended line of AIO Lenovo for Home Entertainment. Display of 21, "dominated much of her physical appearance. So IdeaCentre B300 looks more like an LCD monitor rather than a PC. A row of display control buttons, power button and status indicator lights such as WLAN adorn the bezel beneath the screen. The back of the body IdeaCentre B300 appear thicker. Because this is where components such as processors and other devices are located. Here, there are various connection ports such as USB, PS / 2, an antenna and a button to turn on wireless connection.

As a PC for entertainment, the presence of a TV tuner is also available. Lenovo provides six USB ports, four behind the scenes. Meanwhile, two USB ports on the left side to accompany the audio ports and memory card slots. Lenovo IdeaCentre equip the B300 with Core 2 Duo E7600 processor. While feels a bit "outdated", the processor still has enough energy to run standard applications daily. 2 GB of memory capacity that is included, although not too distracting performance, still feels lacking. Especially after learning that the operating system is Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit versions.

For business data storage, hard disk of 500 GB is ready to accommodate a variety of your data. Radeon HD 5450 graphics are here to handle affairs in IdeaCentre B300.3D graphics performance is not too special, its reliability to meet the needs of HTPC is recognized, so you do not have to worry about when they want to enjoy high-definition content. Because the Radeon HD 5450 certainly able to serve this well. Keyboard and mouse are available in the sales package we acungi thumb. Keyboard keys to make us feel at home typing. While his mouse feels good in your hand.

As an added value to pamper its users, IdeaCentre B300 has been supports Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR. With this connection you can use a device such as a mouse or a headset with A2DP protocol. Lenovo IdeaCentre Desktop AIO B300 is interesting. This device offers a variety of facilities fee that is complete, especially for Home Entertainment segment. User comfort was also supported via the presence of his keyboard and mouse. If you have the desire to replace the PC in the house and want to also try something different, try this IdeaCentre B300.

HP All-In-One 200 5112d

2011-04-08T17:17:00.000+07:00

His appearance was that simple does not make this AIO "ashamed" of similar products that are more "daring". Advantage AIO PC when compared with conventional PC is kekompakannya. When you have trouble adjusting the position and location of PCs and monitors, PC AIO only need enough space on the desk. Rough picture, this device requires only a little bigger room than necessary to put monitors. Similarly, the AIO from HP. These devices only need a room on the desk like a monitor.

Only by connecting the input devices and adapter cable, PC with a look similar to the LCD monitor is ready to serve your computing activities. HP AIO 200 form itself rather standard with a unique holder. Body rather thick indeed, considering that besides containing the screen, casing also includes all components such as processors, memory, hard disks and other. As the main motors, HP uses Intel Core 2 Duo E7500 2.93 GHz speeds. Although it looks a bit "outdated", his energy is still enough to serve everyday computing like browsing, typing in MS Office, even enjoy multimedia content.

What is unfortunate is the memory that came with "only" 2 GB. Actually, this big capacity to be sufficient especially considering the HP AIO 200 running Windows 7 version of Basic. But it would be better if it amounted to 4 GB of memory so that it will improve its performance. Although the processor looks quite lively, not so with the graphics card. In terms of graphics, the HP AIO 200 only rely on integrated graphics chip Intel GMA X4500HD. Therefore, the HP AIO is not intended untukdigunakan on exotic 3D graphics applications.

However, it does not mean the graphics card does not have a positive aspect. Because the X4500 is capable of playing HD high-definition content or better known as High Definition (HD) Therefore, it is fair if the monitor AIO 200 is already supporting the format with full-HD 1080p resolution. So, users who want to empower this PC as PC entertainment, can utilize this facility. In addition, the frame side of the monitor there is a complete webcam with microphone, a value-added for the completeness of its facilities.

Additional facilities available are 6-in-1 card reader, and WLAN with standard b / g / n. Meanwhile, to meet the needs of input peripherals, AIO 200 provides a USB 2.0 port of 7 pieces. Multimedia keyboard and mouse are included in the sales package, we think, is also convenient to use. Nothing is perfect, so the words we often hear. HP AIO 200 with its shortcomings trying to deliver the best. Indeed, this device is not aimed at the gamer, but for those looking for a compact PC with the balance of overall performance. From this side, the HP AIO 200 5112d certainly did not disappoint.

Internet Tablet Archos 101

2011-04-07T23:58:00.000+07:00

Although it looks like a tablet in general, the Archos 101 target different market segments as an area of play. Archos is known as a brand that often release products PMP or portable media player of quality. But this time seems a bit Archos "swerved" by presenting a tablet-based multimedia devices. Not only launch products based on a popular operating system (Android), they also release a tablet that uses Windows, the Archos 101 Internet Tablet. This product is one of a series of artificial Archos tablet that uses Android.

First impressions of this tablet fixed on the physical form are thin and lightweight. This is the lightest tablet is ever present. Its dimensions are quite unique because the Archos 101 using wide screen (widescreen) which is focused to meet the needs of multimedia. Uniquely, this tablet has a buffer in the back of the body so that when positioned standing, these devices become more like a picture frame. This design is intended to maximize the user experience, for example when watching a video.

Wide screen has a resolution of 1024x600 with capacitive-type 10.1-inch scale. As the types of capacitive screens, response and accuracy of touch-screen Archos 101 include both. However, sometimes delays occur when touching the screen to access a particular command. It still added perspective and reflection of the screen is quite disturbing. Therefore, these tablets must be positioned correctly to be used comfortably.

Behind the thin body, the Archos 101 strengthened ARM Cortex A8 processor with a speed of 1 GHz. As is generally the processor type, the performance was enough to run a variety of applications. This processor is combined with the PowerVR SGX 530 as a driving force in terms of graphics. However, for some reason on the test, found the performance of graphics card is fairly low. And for the size of a PowerVR SGX530, this device should be able to give much better performance.

Unfortunate enough RAM memory capacity of only 256 MB. The number of these including the "just barely" especially when many applications are running in the background. To overcome the system so as not to slow down, to outsmart the application install Task Killer. By turning off applications that are not used, the overall performance of the tablet fixed maximum. While 512 MB of available RAM as internal memory that can be used the user to install the application.

Interestingly, the Archos 101 has a USB port that can recognize the external storage such as flash disks and external hard drive. Experiments on the USB port is running smoothly, the tablet is able to identify with both flash and through its file manager, so that the contents of the flash can be read. As a multimedia tablet, the Archos 101 also has no problem when asked to deliver high-definition content to standard 720p. However, for Full-HD 1080p format, this tablet rejected by issuing an error message that the resolution is too big. As a tablet "Entertainment Your Way", the Archos 101 is unique. The design is sleek with foot buffer makes it different from other tablets. In general, the performance of the tablet is quite good, except for graphics performance. Even so, the Archos 101 can still be used for enjoying multimedia content.

Toshiba Portege R700

2011-04-06T22:23:00.000+07:00

Toshiba consumer habits of today realize that high mobility. Daily activities more done while moving from one place to another. Consumers require high capability notebook but still lightweight portable. Some solutions can be selected for instance using a netbook or ultra-thin notebook (CULV). However, the light weight of these two types of products should be compensated with a small display and mediocre performance. The absence of DVD players also lead to difficult entertainment needs are met.

On this basis, the Toshiba Portege R700 designed as an ideal form of a thin and light notebook without sacrificing performance. Weighing only 1.43 kg and the thickness of 2.7 to 3.2 cm, this is one of the lightest products in class 13-inch notebook. Magnesium-alloy material used in the casing is the main factor conveniently R700. However, its impact, dust easily attached to the body of this notebook. Portege R700 memunyai Intel's latest technology kitchen runway. Especially for the types we tested, the processor is Intel Core I3 M370 2.4 GHz. Accompanied capacity of 4 GB of DDR3 memory and Intel HD graphics card, computing the daily activities can run smoothly (including for enjoying multimedia entertainment.) What makes the heart more happy, the quality of the screen and speakers built-in Toshiba is quite spoil the eyes and ears.

Portege R700 is also not easy to miss the power source. Because the durability of the batteries is very special. Nearly seven hours of R700 managed to survive the test Battery Eater (Text Mode). Of all the notebooks that have come to our lab, is quite the most fantastic achievement. Turning to software, Toshiba immerse operating system Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit. In it, has available a variety of typical utility Toshiba. For example, Sleep and Charge that enables users to charge iPod even if the notebook in sleep mode. There are also Eco Utility application to measure and save on power consumption.

As a premium-class notebook, the Toshiba did not forget to complete the security device on the Portege R700. First, there is a fingerprint devices as a replacement password to log into Windows. Face Recognition in the form of options that take advantage of the webcam on the side of the screen. Meanwhile, for security systems, users are given free facilities subscription Norton Internet Security 2010 for two months. Light Toshiba Portege R700 makes us unnerved. Stability of performance, battery life, plus complete facilities add to fall in love.

CANON EOS 550D, ENTRY LEVEL DSLR

2011-04-06T18:29:00.001+07:00

After about a year ago successfully launched the Canon EOS 500D, Canon back in 2010 it launched a new camera for entry-level class through the type of Canon EOS 550D. Judging from the code, the EOS 550D is the successor of the EOS 500D. Any changes brought by the EOS 550D is this? What new features are embedded in the camera is Canon's entry-level DSLR this? Canon EOS 550D still has a physical appearance similar to previous series (like the 450D and 500D). But there are few minor differences in body indentations are now more rounded. The laying of the buttons around the camera body is also still the same as the previous series.

What is different is the form of buttons that surround the LCD screen on the back has become more square, not round anymore like the previous series. Knob is set shooting modes remain in the upper right, adjacent to the button to set the ISO and the shutter button. Because the camera is positioned as entry-level class DSLR, Canon EOS 550D features a compact body size. For those of you who have hands large, this camera may be less comfortable because his grip is not big enough. But for most people, the size of the grip that this camera has been quite comfortable. When held too, this grip does not feel slippery because of the presence of the rubber layer covering it.

Peered into the back, there is a viewfinder mirror that size is not too big. This viewfinder has magnification of 0.87 x and covers about 95% of the actual frame. Below the viewfinder there is an LCD screen that allows you to display the shooting parameters, see the captured image, or display the object in the live-view mode. Well, it uses the LCD screen is one of the changes made by Canon. Section 3-inch screen size is to use 3:2 aspect ratio, in contrast to previous models that still use the 4:3 ratio. By using a ratio of 3:2, the displayed image will fill the entire screen in accordance with the format photographs are also 3:2.

Canon EOS 550D is equipped with a new CMOS sensor is capable of producing images with resolution up to 18 mega pixels. APS-C sized sensor is also supported by Canon's unique image processor that is DIGIC 4. While in terms of shooting speed, the EOS 550D has a speed similar to its predecessor, which is about 3.5 frames per second, either in RAW or JPEG mode. This camera has a broad ISO range from ISO 100 to ISO 6400 with multiples of every single stop. In addition, there is also an ISO expansion up to an even higher stop until the equivalent of ISO 12,800. In terms of support for the lens, the Canon EOS 550D is claimed to be compatible with all Canon EOS system of lenses, both EF and EF-S. In addition, this camera is also compatible with lenses from third-party brands that make a lens with Canon mount. But keep in mind that, because this camera uses APS-C sensor, there is a multiplier factor of 1.6 x. focus range

We would feel comfortable using this camera. The process is fairly quick, starting from when the camera is turned on until the camera is ready to take pictures. Everything is completed in just seconds. The picture is also fairly good, including the performance at high ISO. In our opinion, the images at ISO 3200 still includes net from the noise. New noise began to appear at ISO 6400 but has not been so disturbing. At ISO 12 800, the noise has been felt quite disturbing and only suitable for use in emergency situations. Looking at the features and capabilities it possesses, Canon EOS 550D is one of the entry-level digital SLR camera that performed very well. This camera is suitable for all circles, both novice users or advanced users who want a compact digital SLR camera capable of good.

Nokia E7 other choice for Smartphone

2011-04-05T23:46:00.001+07:00

Nokia re-spawn a High classnya the Nokia E7 as in other variants of the E series are fascinated because it's Nokia E series is addressed to the Executive, with features such as updated features than its predecessor, perhaps Nokia spawned this product from the market to stem pressure on its competitors in class High End because of the recent Android rise since some ride the Big Brand peringakat such as for example the issue SAMSUNG Samsung HP Tablet Galaxy as well as TAB, okay immediately wrote a case of what we discuss features that Nokia Series E7 buried by this.

The main feature embedded into Nokia E7, with an elegant design that reinforce its image as a true Executive

* The touch screen AMOLED Black Light 4 "and QWERTY

* Push Email with Mail for Exchange.

* Map with free GPS navigation

* Camera 8 MP and HD video

* Live updates from Facebook and Twitter on the front screen

* Qwery and touch screen buttons are very

* Create, edit and to share office documents, and supports PDF files with Adobe Reader.

* Instruct the phone to do something with Vlingo, voice recognition applications.

* Full HDMI for watching videos and viewing of HD images on a compatible TV.

* Watch and upload videos directly to YouTube.

* Various application on Ovi Store - business, messaging, entertainment, and others.

Nokia E7 Spesification

* Size: 123.7 x 62.4 x 13.6 mm

* Weight (with battery): 175 g

* Volume: 97.8 cc

* full QWERTY keyboard

* Home button, Power button, Lock button, Camera key, Volume keys

* Support the touch of a finger to input text and control the User Interface

* alphanumeric keypad on the screen and full keyboard

* Able to use a capacitive stylus

* Full-screen handwriting recognition, including handwriting for Chinese characters

It's a feature that is not half training while also satisfying that are offered by Nokia E7 are increasingly pampering their users, with the spawn Nokia E7 are nokia hope to take over another class of high-end market

Asus Notebook G51J 3D

2011-04-05T14:29:00.000+07:00

Asus has launched a notebook and netbook-style 3D game leading designer Karim Rashid. Asus is targeting the notebook market could win games in Indonesia. Asus Notebook G51J 3D is able to produce realistic 3D visuals in games and video. Notebook is also equipped with NVIDIA 3D vision and 3D glasses are specially designed. It also strengthened with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M 3D. Asus has a 3D G51J 1 GB DDR memory and is powered by an Intel Core 17 and the operating system Windows 7 64 bit. Asus Indonesia Business Development Manager Juliana Chen says this notebook is intended for those who like games, designers, and upper middle class.

"Weapons for gamers and who like to watch 3D," said Juliana told Tempo on the sidelines of the launch of the notebook was in Jakarta today. Juliana says this product is designed with technologies that provide comfort in playing the game. Driver GPU and 3D panel 120 Hz processing each scene twice and gave an average of 60 images of the eye. This notebook provides 400 newly released games such as Resident Evil5, Borderland, World of Warcraft, Wrath of the Lich King. 3D glasses are included will help set the active light 3D and could be enjoyed at various points of view.

Asus G51J priced starting at U.S. $ 1,949 or approximately USD 18.3 million to Rp 9,400 per dollar exchange rate. Juliana sales target up to hundreds of units in this year. Currently, consumer goods have been ordered are sold out and still be asked at the dealers.

Flash Player on Motorolla Xoom

2011-04-05T14:02:00.000+07:00

The first tablet that uses the Android operating system 3.0, aka Honeycomb, Motorola Xoom was not running smoothly. In theory, indeed much can be done Motorola Xoom than iPad. But in reality, there are some features that are not going well. Citing review by PC Magazine, Adobe Flash is staying feature-trade would attract the attention of consumers are not running. The camera on the tablet is priced at U.S. $ 800 or about USD 7 million was not working properly.

Unpreparedness is not only felt in Flash and camera features, but also on the Android application market. When the examiner Tim Gideon of PC Magazine for the applications to access the Android Market, the display application that is not as good as the applications available on Apple App Store. Xoom tablet that comes with a 10.1-inch wide screen that also did not have a microSD card slot. By Tim Gideon This is strange because it should learn from IPAD Motorola's first generation that does not have a microSD card slot and make it available in tablet Xoom. However, according to a video shown on youtube, flash player to run smoothly on Motorolla Xoom

However, when compared with the Samsung Galaxy Tab and Dell Streak 7 inches in size, the performance was encouraging Motorola Xoom. When used to surf the Internet using Wi-Fi network, Xoom able to work faster and multitasking.

Performance like this is already supposed to be displayed Motorola Xoom because this tablet embedded processor Nvidia Tegra 2 dual-core 1GHz. On the tablet with a thickness of 0.5 inches, the Motorola does not provide the home button like that available on the IPAD

Nikon's New D700

2011-04-04T17:21:00.000+07:00

Nikon's new D700 may have been one of the worst kept secrets in an industry with more leaks than the Titanic, but it was still something of a surprise coming so hot on the heels of the D3 and D300. The imaging side of the D700 is pretty much the same as the D3; it shares the acclaimed 12.1MP full frame ('FX') sensor and has the same processing engine, so we would presume output to be almost identical. The main differences (aside from being considerably smaller) are physical; there's a different shutter (good for 150,000 exposures rather than 300,000 on the D3), different viewfinder prism (with 95% coverage) and a slower burst rate. You also lose the rear LCD info panel (there's no room for it) and one of the D3's two CF card slots, but you do get a couple of extra features to soften the blow slightly; most notably a self-cleaning sensor and a built-in flash. We'll look a little more in-depth at the differences between the D3 and D700 in a moment.

The D700 joins the D3 as a fully-fledged 'professional' model; it has the same tank-like build quality (though we're sure the pop-up flash will cause a few raised eyebrows), and gets you the full pro service from Nikon. And the pricing (around $2999) reflects this; anyone hoping for an 'affordable' semi-pro full frame Nikon SLR will have to wait until the cost of producing such large sensors falls considerably.

Nikon’s D7000 features a 16.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor, 6 fps continuous shooting and breathtaking Full 1080p HD Movies with full time autofocus

Detail Spesification :

High Resolution 16.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor for large prints and tight cropping
High Speed 6 frames per second continuous shooting up to 100 shots captures the most fleeting action
Ground-breaking 2,016-pixel RGB (3D Color Matrix) sensor delivers more accurate control of light metering and optimizes the Scene Recognition System for exposure, white balance, focus tracking and iTTL flash control
EXPEED 2 image processing and 14-bit A/D Conversion provides smooth tones, rich colors, and fast camera performance
Large Bright Glass Pentaprism Optical Viewfinder with approx. 100% frame coverage and approx. 0.94x magnification
Twin SD Card Slots with SD, SDHC, SDXC memory card compatibility gives you options to keep on shooting or separate your NEF (RAW), JPEG and movie files
Built-in Speedlight flash with i-TTL and Wireless Commander support so you can light your subjects any way you like
Optional MB-D11 multi-power pack further expands your shooting time and battery choices while adding a vertical shutter-release and control dials to your camera
Two User Definable Settings (U1, U2) right on the Mode Selector Dial let you store most camera settings so you can go back to them at anytime without the need for further adjustments or menu settings
Picture Control lets you choose from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, or Landscape to apply a personal look and feel to your pictures
Virtual Horizon Graphic Indicator sshows whether the camera is level and in Live View mode, lets you place a grid over the scene you’re about to shoot — an invaluable tool for shooting landscapes and architecture.
Breathtaking Full 1080p HD Movies with Full Time Autofocus and external stereo microphone jack to record cinematic-quality movies up to 20 minutes all enhanced by NIKKOR interchangeable lens quality and versatility
Dynamic ISO range from 100 to 6400 expandable to 25,600 (Hi2) lets you shoot in near darkness or slow down the action
Customizable 39 point AF System includes nine center cross-type sensors that operate with every AF NIKKOR lens so you can focus on making great images
Compact but durable with magnesium-alloy top and rear covers, superior weather and dust seals and a 150,000 cycle-rated shutter system providing reliable operation
3 Inch, 921,000-dot Super-Density LCD Monitor with 170 degree viewing delivers bright, crisp image playback, and precise Live View and Movie shooting
Fast Start-Up time of 0.13 sec and Short 50ms Shutter Lag so your camera’s ready to go when you are
Compact EN-EL15 Battery lets you shoot over 850 shots
Built-in HDMI Connection lets you connect your camera right to your HDTV and playback with most HDTV remote controls
Active D-Lighting restores picture-enhancing detail in shadows and highlights
Versatile Scene Modes lets you choose from Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions, 39 focus points (including 9 cross-type sensors), Versatile Scene Modes lets you choose from Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions, 39 focus points (including 9 cross-type sensors)

Source : http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond700/

Asus Eee Pad Transformer

2011-04-04T14:41:00.000+07:00

Transformer Pad Eee presence in the tablet PC market will likely attract much attention, both from the consumer or perhaps by its competitors. How could I not, besides attending to the specifications slick, this tablet was a fairly priced below the average of its competitors. As reported phonearena site, reported that online retail sites Best Buy and Newegg has offered a tablet made by Asus is a price of about $ 400.

By removing that much money, consumers have enjoyed the Android platform tablet treats Honeycomd with 10.1-inch screen with a resolution of 1280x800 pixels, Tegra processors 2, 5 MP camera, 1 GB RAM, 16 GB internal memory capacity, and various other trim specifications. Interestingly, Transformer Pad Eee also comes with a 'dock' the keyboard draw comes with two USB ports are priced around $ 149.

Lenovo IdeaPad U260

2011-04-04T09:36:00.000+07:00

The first time you view it, This notebook is quite different to all of Lenovo notebooks ever released by Lenovo. Have a super slim body really very beautiful. Wrapped 'rubber' mocha brown, flat body without battery bulge. Nice and soft touch. Wrap touched her skin nice so we do not need a tissue to clean the fingerprint impressions. Since it is not going to stick to trace anything in the Board notebook. A glimpse of view, the Lenovo IdeaPad U260 resemble a map folder. No wonder if this notebook feels light when portable. Since the two aspects that the Lenovo IdeaPad U260 is categorized as a ultraportabel.

With a body thickness of 1.7 cm. When coupled with the 'foot' the rubber thickness is increased by about 0.5 cm. There are four rubber feet, two near the hinge that is higher than near the palmrest. Rubber legs are necessary to prop up the notebook body to not directly attached to the surface of the table. Thanks to the presence of the rubber feet, rather terungkit IdeaPad position, so that there is a little below the body cavity. Cavity is important for air flow and heat release for the notebook from overheating. Therefore, it is advisable to assume this notebook without the 'mat' as a portable computer table. When compared to the average netbook, the IdeaPad U260 weighs not less light. IdeaPad U260, complete with a battery, making the scale move to number only 1.354 kg. Naturally very mild. Coupled with the adapter and cord, we will only burdened 0.3 kg.

Let's look around this super-thin notebook accessories. We start from the right side. What's it there? We start from the back to front. Well there lined up DC-in jack, one VGA port, one LAN port, one HDMI port and one USB 2.0 port. If we look next to the left will be seen looking for Kensington Lock hole, one USB 2.0 port, headphone jack, and switch the wireless features (Bluetooth). In front of the wireless switch is closed it looks a slot that can not be opened. Looks like it is an ExpressCard slot. that judging from behind like this, the IdeaPad U260 does not seem to have a thickness. Because it is visible is the hinge directly.

What about the bottom? There are a lot of screws, to be exact 13. This is an indication that the hard notebook case is opened, let alone the kind of 'development' in the unusual structure and fixings bolts. For the laying of the battery put into this unit is something that is less enjoyable because it will be inconvenient if there is damage, but it is this price to be paid to a super-thin notebook. All other super-slim notebooks is always embed the battery into the notebook chassis. IdeaPad U260 embedded battery means that we will always take this notebook anywhere to move. So we do not know the capacity of the battery.

IdeaPad U260 looks wide screen. Dimensions 12.5 ", only slightly less than non-ultraportabel notebook 13.3". In a wide screen with 1366 × 768 it, PCplus enjoy HD video clip shows pretty well. Images look bright and flowing smoothly. Icons were apparent. And because the antiglare screen, the shadow does not interfere with the display on the screen. Reflection of the shadow is coming from a shiny black frame surrounding the screen. Glossy frame was also leaving the screen fingerprint impressions holders. when examined closely, we will see two small dots flanking the larger circle in the exact center of the screen frame. Circles that are webcams, while the two flanking points is a dual-array microphone. Webcams its 0.3 megapixel resolution and include supporting software, Cyberlink YouCam.

IdeaPad U260 chiclet-style keyboard. The lower end of each of the keys slightly rounded. Tuts-tutsnya comfortable suppressed, as expected from a big name Lenovo. Under the present keyboard panel rectangle with patterned black field boxes fine. This is the touchpad-based multi-touch glass. So we can now hover smoothly. Responsive! Below the touchpad there are two areas of metal, each one representing the left and right click the mouse. It was also responsive. Above the keyboard panel, we will see an on / off button with white LED on the left side. Seven other white LEDs lined up along the same panel, reinforcing the impression of an elegant but simple ultraportabel. Near the hinge left and right, we'll see small holes to form a rectangle. That stereo speakers, the sound quality is not too special.

Like all Lenovo products, IdeaPad U260 is equipped with a number of software pre-installed. Lenovo Security Suite, DirectShare Lenovo, Lenovo VeriFace 3.5, OneKey Rescue, McAfee antivirus software and Energy Management has been embedded. Features APS (auto shock protection) which protect the hard disk from unexpected shocks were installed. So if the shock is detected when the notebook is in use, the head of the hard disk will be parked in order to minimize loss of data. Lenovo DirectShare its fun. Its function is to synchronize all files and data between computer and USB flash disk that is included in a local network. Not difficult to wear. Install this software, then give the password, and PCplus can immediately begin synchronizing data via LAN or wireless (Wi-Fi, ad hoc) with other computers that have been fitted DirectShare Server. One more, Lenovo Dock Smile pair that can be launched by clicking the icon on the desktop smile. From the dock, we can search Google or check the weather forecast.

Performance Lenovo IdeaPad U260

In the Balanced (setting provided Lenovo), the embedded battery of unknown capacity was invited to hold the job 2 hours 56 minutes. As can be seen from the results of benchmark tests that PCplus do, when playing high definition video (HD), the battery lasted 1 hour 51 minutes 30 seconds. But if used only for typing, battery life could breathe up to 2 hours longer so that a total of 3 hours 51 minutes. Fortunately, recharging the battery is not too demanding, or about the same durability. As mentioned earlier, the display on the screen 12.5 "on the IdeaPad U260 is quite comfortable to view. HD video stream to flow smoothly, not jerky. Used to play the game okay only. Just need to remember, because integrated graphics are used instead of discrete graphics, it is less suitable ultraportabel gaming heavyweight. This is reinforced by the 3DMark score obtained. Multimedia enjoyment here already supported two stereo speakers mounted in the panel above the keyboard. To measure ultraportabel, speaker sound quality is pretty good. But of course more is recommended to use headphones plugged into the headphone port on the left side ultraportabel.

When compared to other Lenovo notebooks ultraportabel, Lenovo IdeaPad U460 is sailing 14 ", the performance of the Lenovo IdeaPad U260 12.5-screen" is less prominent. But remember, even though supported by 4GB of memory, processor Lenovo IdeaPad U260 is not as high as the other. Just look at the type, U470 1.33 GHz, which is devoted ultraportabel notebook. Because it is quite reasonable if the response does not selincah IdeaPad U460. But as a ultraportabel notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad U260 still really fun. He is an elegant, thin, lightweight, portable and capable of supporting day-to-day computing tasks