Thursday, July 16, 2009

Acer Aspire One Laptops

The Aspire One has an integrated Crystal Eye webcam that offers just the right balance between easy-to read clarity and easy-to-use functionality. You could almost call it the perfect fit. Often the samllest is the most powerful. The Aspire One comes with the Intel Atom processor, built with the world's smallest transistors and designed specifically for low power consumption while delivering the power and performance you need for full online freedom.

New Toshiba Satellite laptops

Remember those new Satellite's Tohiba that dropped in Europe a week or two aga? Seems like they're making the scene Stateside starting today, alongside several of thier siblings. As previously noted, the A500 is a 16-inch multimedia machine (starting at $ 749.99), while the U500 ($849.99) is a 13-inch guy more suited on-the-go computing. Newly announced are the M500/M505 (with 14-inch high-def LED display, starting at $ 699.99) and P500/P505 (an 18.4-inch desktop replacement with slot loading DVD drive, starting at $ 799.99). All the new Satellites include multimedia command keys, webcam, face recognition software, harmon/kardon speakers and, of course, the worl reknowned eSATA/USB combo port.

Monday, July 13, 2009

We've been getting handful of readers queries per week recently about Gateway's well-known line of budget gaming laptops. The FX system, including the most recent models the P-7805u FX, have always impressed with mid-high-end components, big screens, and-most importantly-low prices. But these models have an unfortunate habit of vanishing from store before next update is ready, leaving PC gamers in lurch.

Fortunately, two new models are within reach (although one isn't really all that new), even if ther're not available for sale yet. Gateway lists both P-7807c FX and P-7809u FX as "available soon," (wich usually means Newegg.com). Note that the P-7807u FX isnt't exactly brand new- it's been available sporadically in some areas, but it looks like Gateway is "Relaunching" it at discounted price.
Both keep same Nvidia GeForce 9800 GPU (which is getting a bit long in the tooth), but the prices are still hard to beat, and these should be fine for all but the most hard-core, frame-rate-obsessed gamers.

Apple Introduces MacBook Wheel

Okay, well, not really, but there on the eve of Mac World 2009, we thought we might have a little fun. We adore The Onion here at Gear Live, and we saw this video, we had to share it with you. After all, we know that Mac fanbos will buy anything, that prices on new Apple products can be high, and that somethimes battery life can be horrible. The Onion used that fodder to put together the masterpiece you see above, the first Apple notebook with no keyboard.

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Apple Touchscreen Notebook

Apple plans to launch a touchscreen macbook.I am sure it would be different from all other touchscreen notebooks available in the market , just like the iPhone.

According to The Commercial Times/DigiTimes, Apple has rounded up Taiwanese-based computer parts manufacturer Wintek to make displays for an upcoming touchscreen notebook. Rumors of a touchscreen Apple netbook are nothing new, but this one is quite specific in that it specifies that the displays will be passed along to Quanta who will be entrusted with the manufacturing of the netbook itself. Of course, details don’t mean a rumor has even the slightest bit of truth to it, but considering The Commercial Times/DigiTimes has a pretty decent track record (you know, when it’s not predicting Blu-ray Xbox 360s) and outed the first-gen iPhone, we’re willing to give this rumor the benefit of the doubt. As for when this alleged launch will happen, it is said that shipments should start in 2H of this year, meaning that there are still a few solid months left for everyone to speculate the hell out of this thing. But just think - Steve Jobs comes back to Apple in June, a new iPhone or two is expected, and a touchscreen netbook might be on its way. We’ll see…

The Portégé M700 Tablet PC

Description

The Portégé M700 Tablet PC has a 12.1-inch diagonal widescreen LED Backlit Display with digital pen support, optional touch capability and anti-glare display for indoor/outdoor viewing. The Portégé M700 offers a smooth transition from notebook to Tablet PC with powerful Intel Centrino®Pro processor technology support for wireless 802.11a/g/n, and Gigabit Ethernet, making it a highly mobile standard for productivity.

Quick Specs


EPA Energy Star 4.0, EPEAT Gold, RoHS, Intel Core 2 Duo (2.1 GHz), 1 GB DDR II SDRAM, Mobile Intel GM965 Express

HP releases touch-screen laptop

Hewlett Packard has a new multi-touch tablet PC.
The Touchsmart tx2 lets users select and drag files with their fingertips. HP's previous Touchsmart machines were desktops created as all-purpose family machines to check e-mail, leave messages, listen to music and view photos.
"Breezing through websites and enjoying photos or video at the tap, whisk or flick of a finger is an entirely new way to enjoy digital content on a notebook PC," said Ted Clark, the manager of HP's notebook group, in a press release.
The tablet also has a standard keyboard and mouse, and a digital pen to take notes directly onto the screen.
Early reviews of the machine are favorable. Gizmodo called it a "multi-touch wonder." LAPTOP magazine reported that while the touch screen isn't as user friendly as the iPhone, the experience is pleasant. And Stuff.tv praised the laptop's swivel display, "which lets you caress your snaps and flick through tunes without having to resort to the keyboard."
The new laptop comes at a time when HP is doing remarkably well, given the economic climate. HP's stock went up 14.5 percent yesterday, The Associated Press reported. The company also announced that fourth-quarter and 2009 results would be better than expected, according to the report.

Sony's The world's smallest Blu-ray Disc notebook.

Through a cutting-edge space-saving design, Sony engineers have packed an available Blu-ray Disc optical drive, state-of-the-art mobile connectivity and top-class entertainment features into an 11.1" notebook weighing just 2.87 pounds. Who says you can't have it all?

Fujitsu LifeBook T4220 Tablet PC

The comfort and ease of a traditional notebook combined with the versatility of a tablet best describes the eye-catching LifeBook T4220 Tablet PC. Starting at 4.3 lbs with built-in modular bay, integrated wireless access, and the latest Intel Centrino Duo processor technology or optional Wi-Fi certified Atheros Super AG means you can instantly input and access information whenever, wherever, and however needed.

• Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7250 (2 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB)
• Genuine Windows Vista® Business withMicrosoft® Office OneNote® 20071
• 12.1" XGA active digitizer display with wide viewing angles
• 1 GB DDR2 667 MHz SDRAM memory (512 MB x 2)
• 60 GB S-ATA 150, 5400 rpm hard drive2
• Modular DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive
• Multinational3 56K4 V.90 modem and 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
• Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (802.11a/g/n)
• Integrated Fingerprint Sensor, embedded TPM, dedicated Smart Card slot, Fujitsu Security
Application Panel
• Main battery: Lithium ion (6-cell, 10.8V, 5200 mAh, 56.16 WHr, rated up to 4.25 hours5)
• One-year International Limited Warranty
• M-code FPCM11067

Friday, March 13, 2009

Lenovo IdeaPad Y650

The IdeaPad Y650 is a multimedia notebook from Lenovo with a beautiful 16-inch screen, HDMI out, a giant touchpad with multi-touch controls, and enough power and storage to serve as your primary family PC. With a thin (almost MacBook-like) appearance and a starting price of $1,299, how does the Lenovo IdeaPad Y650 stand up against the competition? Keep reading and we'll let you know.

Lenovo IdeaPad Y650 Specifications:
Windows Vista Home Premium (SP1, 64-bit)
Intel Core 2 Duo processor P8700 (2.53GHz, 3MB L2 Cache, 1066MHz FSB)
16.0 " TFT Widescreen display with LED backlighting (1366x768)
4GB PC3-8500 DDR3 SDRAM 1066MHz System Memory
NVIDIA GeForce G 105M graphics with 256MB discrete memory
320GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
Dual Layer CD/DVD Recordable
1.3 megapixel integrated camera
JBL stereo speakers (Dolby Home Theater)
Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 5100 and Bluetooth Version 2.0 + EDR
Weight: 5.8 lb. including battery
Dimensions: 390 X 260 X 26.1 mm
Warranty: 1 year system and 1 year battery
6-cell 2000mAh 42Wh battery
Retail Price as configured: $1,399

TESO MacBook Air Clone




At long last, we've been waiting for a MacBook Air clone to arrive for a fair bit of time and here we have the MacBook Air TESO - a near exact replica of the phenomenally slim Apple MacBook Air, albeit it comes with surprisingly better air vents at the bottom compared to the original. The display of the TESO is smaller though at just 12.1" whereas the actual MacBook Air has 13" of viewing real estate goodness. Chances are this won't be a high-powered machine and rely on Intel's Atom processor instead, although you will get an added storage boost in terms of a 250GB hard drive. No idea on just how many people the TESO clone will fool before they catch onto the fact that this is but a replica of the MacBook Air

Toshiba Portege R500-S5008X Laptop Computer

The world's thinnest widescreen 12.1-inch notebook PC helps you make more headway every day. The Toshiba Portege R500-S5008X Laptop Computer is the ideal solution for your portable lifestyle. A compact footprint and extended battery life of up to 7.5 hours help ensure you'll stay productive virtually everywhere you go; while a special, transreflective 12.1-inch display lets you work indoors or out in direct sunlight. Intel® Centrino® processor technology helps you do more at once, and 2GB of memory means you can take advantage of the latest applications to gain a competitive edge. A generous 160GB hard drive enables you to bring all your critical files with you, and Toshiba EasyGuard™ Technology helps safeguard and optimize your computing. Ultralight at just over 2 lbs, and offering a stunning silhouette, the Portege R500 Series is the ultimate expression of executive mobility and style.

Intel Centrino 2 Laptops


The news -- Unveiling of Intel® Centrino® 2 Mobile Technology and five new processors – three of which that run at just 25 Watts – plus all-new chipset and wireless products. Also: an Extreme Edition version, the world's highest performing dual-core mobile processor. Centrino 2 boosts every major feature that consumers and businesses love about their laptops. Intel will also introduce eight more ultra-low voltage and the company's first-ever quad-cores for laptops within 90 days.
The context -- For consumers, all of these new innovations and enhancements combine to bring 'HD-on-the-Go,' stunning high definition and for the first time the ability to view a typical Blu-ray* movie on a single battery charge. For businesses, Intel Centrino 2 vPro Technology offers added security and manageability capabilities.
Why it matters -- Notebook PCs in all shapes and sizes are very popular, outselling desktop computers in the U.S. (and soon around the world). Intel-based laptops incorporating these new features improve upon every major facet of a notebook PC – increased performance, improved energy-efficiency for longer battery life, speedier and longer-range wireless connections (Wi-Fi and later WiMAX), thinner and lighter styles and new business-class features