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Sony adds 14in and 17in models to Vaio E Series

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:57:00 +0000

Sony VAIO E Series 14” laptop makes an unmistakable style statement with its glossy black or glossy white finishes which are complemented by optional vivid pink, blue and green colours.

Sony VAIO E Series 14” laptop features a 35.5cm screen size up to 1 TB storage, ATI Mobility Radeon 5000 series graphics card, 2010 Intel Core processor family, up to 4GB of DDR3 RAM, 3 USB ports, 1 eSATA/USB port which is up to 5 times faster than a standard USB 2.0 port.

Touch the WEB button and start surfing without needing to boot up your PC. For even greater convenience, Quick Web Access now offers multiple tabbed browsing and a ‘split’ view that’s great for browsing two web pages side-by-side.

The 14" and 17" inch laptops are the newest additions to the already released 15"″ E series Vaio notebook range.

With a detail-packed 1600x900 resolution and wide 16:9 aspect ratio, the 35.5cm (14.0”) VAIO Display with LED backlight offers a colourful, high-contrast view of movies, digital photos and more.

VAIO E Series 17”

The new VAIO E Series 17” notebook features a super-size screen, full-sized numeric keypad and elegantly slim chassis that looks sensational in any living space.

Whether you’re editing photos or just browsing the web, you’ll enjoy a high-contrast, detail-packed picture on the generously-sized 43.8cm (17.3”) VAIO Display with LED backlight.

Selected Sony Vaio E Series models offer Full HD resolution.

Article Source Sony adds 14in and 17in models to Vaio E Series

Dell Precision M4500 Preview

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:44:00 +0000

Late last year, Dell launched their most powerful 17-inch notebook, the M6500. Even though it is classed as "high performance" notebook the problem it faced was it's weight and size.

Dell Precision M4500 notebook is the only workstation on the market today offering Intel Core i7-920XM Quad Core Extreme Edition and NVIDIA Quadro FX 1800M graphics card.

The Dell M4500 notebook provides near instant access to e-mail, calendar, contacts, the Internet and virtual remote desktops, with a new technology called Dell Precision ON.

Other Dell M4500 features include: 3MP webcam, backlit keyboard with moult touch trackpad, Gobi 2.0 mobile broadband (optional), optional 64GB SSD MiniCard for additional high-performance data storage and a HD+ sRGB LED screen with 100% user selectable color gamut support

The Dell Precision M4500 supports 32-bit and 64-bit of Windows 7, Vista and XP along with Red Hat Linux 5.3 64-bit

No doubt this notebook is very powerful and for that power you can expect to pay almost $1700, that is for the Core i5 entry level model.

Article Source Dell Precision M4500 Preview

Toshiba Satellite P500 Notebook Preview

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:30:00 +0100

Toshiba Satellite P500 notebook features a 18.4 inch TruBrite LCD display with a resolution of 1680x945 pixels.

That is HD or 1920x1080 pixels which is Full HD. Toshiba Satellite P500 also comes with a Blue Ray drive.

Toshiba Satellite P500 has an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, supports up to 8GB of RAM and up to 2 hard drives with maximum capacity of 1TB, NVIDIA graphics card with a built-in TV tuner, wireless card (802.11 a/b/g/n), Bluetooth 2.1, 5-in-1 card reader, 3 USB ports, combined eSATA/USB, S/P-DIF, FireWire and HDMI.

With built-in Harman Kardon stereo speakers you’ll hear deeper explosions and bass tones, crisper highs, and more lifelike conversations.

Separate numeric keypad is another feature many people like but it's nothing new for notebooks of that size.

Power-Saving Eco Button & Utility allows you to reduce power consumption with no interruption to your computing—with the simple press of a button.

Toshiba Satellite P500 is Toshiba’s First Blue-Ray capable notebook.

See Toshiba Satellte notebook P500 video below:

Article Source Toshiba Satellite P500 Notebook Preview

Dell Inspiron 11z Notebook Preview

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:57:00 +0100

The Inspiron 11z notebook is a replacement for Dell's Mini 12 Notebook which Dell killed off quietly.

The Insiron 11z notebook features an 11.6-inch screen, weighs only 3 punds and at it's thickes point measuers only 1.02 inches.

Other features include a single-core 1.2 GHz Intel ULV Celeron 723 processor,3 hours battery life Intel GS45 graphics, 3 USB ports, SD Card Reader, headphone and mi jack, HDMI-out, 250GB hard drive, 2GB DDR2 RAM, 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi and 1.3 megapixel camera.

Like most thin and light notebooks the Inspiron 11z has no optical drive.

It is important to say that the Inspiron 11z comes with Windows Vista SP1 Home Premium which is eligible for free upgrade to Windows 7 when released. With 2GB of RAM and 250GB of storage space you will not find a better notebook for the same price

The Inspiron 11z retails for only $399.

Article Source Dell Inspiron 11z Notebook Preview

Dell Studio 14z Laptop Preview

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 22:02:00 +0100

Dell's Studio 14z notebook features a nice design, 500GB hard drive (optional) and it allows you to watch movies and TV shows, listen to streaming music with friends, store your favorite mp3 music and and enjoy your favorite social networking sites.

The Studio 14z laptop features a stylish and slim design, 14-inch 16:9 LED display with HD resolution, Intel Pentium Dual Core processor, integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics card, 1.3MO webcam, face recognition software, 6:46 hours battery life and eSata connectivity.

What's interesting about this laptop is that it comes with FailSafe theft protection. FailSafe theft protection protects your personal data should the laptop go missing or be stolen. With FailSafe enabled, you can track network information and the ISP location of the laptop when it connects to the Internet, and get help to remotely erase selected files and render the laptop unusable until the rightful owner unlocks it.

The Studio 14z comes in six colors: Black Chain Link, Midnight Blue, Spring Green, Plum Purple, Ruby Red and Promise Pink.

The Studio 14z is available in the U.S. and Canada only and it retails for $649.

Article Source Dell Studio 14z Laptop Preview

Toshiba Dynabook SS RX2/WAJ Notebook Preview

Thu, 14 May 2009 12:47:00 +0100

Toshiba Dynabook SS RX2/WAJ is the world's first notebook that comes with a 512GB SSD (Solid State Drive).

The Dynabook SS RX2/WAJ is available in two versions. Both Versions feature Intel Core Duo Processors (ultra low-voltage version).

The dynabook SS RX2 wighs only 1,095g and its thin design features long-time battery operation (up to 12 hours), 12.1-inch screen. Integration of an SSD reinforces the hallmark performance excellence of the RX2, making the notebook perfect for use on the go.

The Dynabook RX2 also achieves an energy-saving design that cuts power consumption by adopting an ultra-low voltage CPU, a transreflective LCD that uses natural sunlight to make screen images more visible even without switching on the backlight and the power-efficient SSD.

This RX2 notebook will retail for $3500 and the main reason for such a high price is the SSD drive which alone can cost anywhere between $1000-1500.

Article Source Toshiba Dynabook SS RX2/WAJ Notebook Preview

Samsung N110 Notebook Preview

Sun, 03 May 2009 14:04:00 +0100

The main feature of the N110 notebook is its battery life. The Samsung N110 delivers longer battery-powered performance of up to 9.3 hours with a long-life 6 cell battery.

The Samsung N110 notebook sports a 10.1" widescreen display, weighs just 1.26kg (that is together with a long-life 6 cell battery), a choice of colours, including a new black colour system with a distinctive red line, large anti- bacterial keyboard with ergonomic design coated with a special finish that makes it almost impossible for bacteria to live and breed, 3-in-1 memory card reader, 3 built-in-ports and Samsung’s Duracase.

The N110 also features an integrated 1.3 megapixel digital motion camera which combines the resolution and image quality of a still camera with the sustained high frame rates of a video camera.

The N110 notebook is powered by Atom processor and comes preloaded with Windows XP Home Edition

In addition to the N110, Samsung have also released the N120 netbook.

Article Source Samsung N110 Notebook Preview

Dell Inspiron 15 New Notebook from Dell

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 22:24:00 +0000

Dell Inspiron 15 notebook features a 15.6-inch LCD screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio, Facial Recognition Security, Bluetooth, Blu-Ray, up to 4GB of RAM, up to 320 GB Hard drive and built-in webcam.

The Inspiron 15 is now available in select configurations at Best Buy stores in the United States, and PC World and Curry’s in the United Kingdom, with online availability through Dell.com planned for later in January. Systems start at $600.

Optional features include: Intel CoreTM 2 Duo processors, integrated webcam, Blu-ray, Bluetooth and facial recognition software.

Article Source Dell Inspiron 15 New Notebook from Dell

Dell Inspiron Mini 12 Notebook

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 13:47:00 +0000

Based on its counterpart the Inspiron Mini 9, the Dell Inspiron Mini 12 is ideal for people on the go to surf the Web, chat with friends, blog, stream content, upload photos or enjoy online videos, music and games.

The Dell Inspiron Mini 12 will be available globally by late November with prices starting under $600. Ubuntu and Windows XP operating systems also will be available before the end of the year.

Dell Inspiron Mini 12 weighs only 2.72 lbs and it's only 0.92 in. thick. Inspiron Mini 12 will be preloaded with Windows Vista Home Basic, built-in webcam, 1GB of RAM and a choice of 60 GB or 80 GB hard drive, Built-in Bluetooth and 802.11b/g wireless.

Like the Inspiron Mini 9, the Mini 12 is powered by Intel's Atom processor.

Inspiron Mini 12 features a sharp 12.1 inch WXGA display, offering wider viewing angles and exceptional brightness.

Article Source Dell Inspiron Mini 12 Notebook

Fujitsu LifeBook A6220 - Notebook With Swappable Color Lids

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 01:45:00 +0100

The Fujitsu LifeBook A6220 notebook comes with swappable tartan patterned color lids, while the LifeBook P8020 and LifeBook T2020 ultra-portable notebooks get performance boosts with the new Intel Centrino 2 Ultra Low Voltage processor technology.

The LifeBook A6220 notebook features a 15.4-inch Crystal View WXGA display joins the LifeBook A1110 notebook in offering the industry's first swappable lids. Mobile professionals can choose from a tartan pattern in indigo, red or gold -- and change lids by simply snapping them onto the LCD cover.

The Fujitsu LifeBook P8020 notebook also features a gesture-enabled touchpad. Both the LifeBook P8020 and LifeBook T2020 notebooks will offer solid state drive options later this year.

Fujitsu LifeBook A6220 notebook

Intel Centrino 2 processor technology with Intel Core2 Duo Processor P8400
Powerful ATI RADEON HD 3470 with fast DDR3 dedicated graphics and up to 1.9 GB of HyperMemory support
Gesture-enabled touchpad for easy scrolling and zooming, and wireless USB option for added convenience
Removable dust-filter, spill-resistant keyboard and shock mount hard drive offer added reliability and peace of mind
Integrated HDMI port and optional Blu-ray optical drives for a high-definition experience
Fast E-SATA port for transferring photos and large files, and fast and longer range 802.11N wireless option
Fingerprint sensor option for security and password management

LifeBook P8020 ultra-portable notebook

New -- Gesture-enabled touchpad lets users control many functions through simple finger movements for an enhanced interactive experience
New -- Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 processor technology with Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo SU9400 Ultra Low Voltage Processor
New -- Solid state drive option (available later this year) for added durability
Extremely light portability, weighing 2.9 pounds and featuring a 12.1-inch Crystal View wide XGA display
Though ultra-portable in size, continues to offer features that are standard in larger size notebooks including optical drive, optional integrated webcam, spill-resistant keyboard and dual channel DDR3 memory with expandability of up to 4GB memory
S-ATA hard drive with shock sensor
Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 5300

LifeBook T2020 convertible tablet PC

New -- Intel Centrino 2 processor technology with Intel Core2 Duo SU9300 or SU9400 Ultra Low Voltage Processor
New -- Solid state drive option for added durability
One of the lightest 12-inch wide tablet PCs on the market, weighing approximately 3.5 pounds with a slim 1.3-inch chassis and brilliant 12.1-inch widescreen WXGA LED back-lit display with active digitizer and indoor or indoor/outdoor options
Pen-enabled convertible boasts extraordinary battery life of up to 11 hours(3) with the extended battery option, or 6.45 hours(3) with a standard 6-cell battery
Robust bi-directional hinge with magnesium-alloy housing, shock sensor hard drive and spill-resistant keyboard
Comprehensive security features including a built-in biometric fingerprint swipe sensor, dedicated smart card slot, pre-boot authentication, and integrated security panel
Choice of Intel Wireless WiFi Link 5300 or Atheros XSPAN WLAN
Article Source Fujitsu LifeBook A6220 - Notebook With Swappable Color Lids