Toshiba Qosmio G60/97J Blu-ray notebook

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: HDTV, PC / Laptop

Toshiba is putting out a lot of new laptops, and one of many fine specimens is the Qosmio G60/97J a “high-end computer, digital TV, and Blu-ray player all in one”.  It features a 18.4 inch full HD LCD screns, and two TV tuners (one for recording, one for watching).  It also has a Core 2 Duo P8700 processor, 4GB of RAM, 500GB HDD, GeForce GT230M, IEEE 802.11n Wi-Fi, Ethernet, HDMI port, and Windows 7.  It should hit Japan at the end of November for $3,200 with a trimmed down version with weaker resolution and memory for $800 less.   

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Dell Adamo XPS targets MacBook Air sexiness

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Design, PC / Laptop

As if CEATEC Japan wasn’t exciting enough for tech enthusiasts, Dell had a press conference to show off the Adamo XPS. You can get a glimpse of it in the image above. The man you see clutching onto it for dear life is Dell VP Alex Gruzen, who had this to say about the 9.99 millimeter notebook: “When you see it, when you touch it, you’ll lust after it.” 

He then went on to put it away, neglecting to give any information about the internals. We don’t have a price from Dell either, but we do know that custom lids and designs add $40-85 to the total cost. 

Read More | Gizmodo

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Dell Latitude Z introduces wireless induction charging

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Accessories, PC / Laptop, Peripherals

Dell‘s new Latitude Z has a few very features, with the highlight being a wireless charging station. You just place the notebook on there, and it charges without you actually connecting any plugs or wires. 

In addition to this wireless charging, the user also has the option of wireless docking to an accompanying monitor.

Another nice touch is the “instant on” feature, a sliding touch control not visible in the photo.  These controls can be customized by the user. 

Of course, all this will cost you.  The Latitude Z retails for $1,999.  The wireless charging station and the docking station are $199 each. 

Read More | Dell via CNET

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Intel shows off Tangent Bay laptop with 3 OLED panels at IDF

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Design, Displays, PC / Laptop

Intel just recently unveiled a concept laptop at IDF that features four screens.  The first screen would be a normal sized monitor, and the other three are OLEDs that are just above the keyboard.  The purpose of these three screens is so that the user can better organize their work.  For example, the smallest screen located to the far left would have some applications, and the center screen would show applications within those applications.  The third screen to the far right will have a preview of what is in those apps, and the user can bring that image to the big screen with a flick of the finger.  Go ahead and watch the video if you are confused, all in all, it’s pretty cool.

Read More | Gizmodo

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Viliv S7 finally priced, starts at $629 on Dynamism

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Handhelds, PC / Laptop, Wireless / WiFi

For those wondering how much the impressive Viliv S7 swiveling tablet notebook would cost, wonder no more, because Dynamism has finally let it be known.

The S7 has a swiveling 1024x600 7-inch touchscreen and pack in a 1.33 GHz Intel Atom processor, 1 GB memory, 60 GB HDD/16 GB SSD, and Windows XP. It has an impressive 9 hours of battery life, and will go from sleep to wake in 4 seconds. Pricing starts at $629, and jump up to $799 is you wanna rock the 32GB SSD model with built-in HSPA 3G access. Head on over to Dynamism to sign up to be notified when pre-orders begin. These won’t last long.

Read More | Viliv S7 Product Page

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Nokia Booklet 3G extended promo video

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: PC / Laptop, Videos, Wireless / WiFi

Nokia has put together a nice promotional video, shot here in Seattle, and featuring a bunch of my friends giving their thoughts on mobile devices, and the Booklet 3G in general. Obviously, the big thing here is the 8-12 hour battery life on this Nokia laptop. Needless to say, we can’t wait to get our hands on this one.

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Samsung announces X520 and X420 CULV laptops

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: PC / Laptop

Samsung is offering some serious laptop action with the announcement of the X520 and X420.  The X520 will have a 15.6 screen, low-power consuming SU2700 CPU, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, and 320GB HDD.  The X420 will have a 14 inch screen, 1.3GHz Intel Pentium dual-core SU2700, Intel GMA X4500M graphics, 3GB of RAM, and 250GB hard drive.  These two laptops are thin, light, and claim to provide 9 hours of battery life. Pricing will be somewhere in the $1,000 price range. Expect them to arrive in Europe in mid-October.

Read More | Notebook Spot

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MSI X600 hits the USA

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: PC / Laptop

MSI has finally let the X600 portable notebook make its way to America, similar to Eddie Murphy from that 80s movie.  It features a 1.4GHz Penryn SFF C2S ULV SU3500 processor, GS45+ICH9M-SFF chipset, 320GB SATA hard drive, Windows Vista Home Premium, a 6-cell battery, plus a 15.6-inch WXGA screen.  It is just one inch thick, 5.5 pounds, and is available on Amazon for $800 in either silver or black.

Read More | Amazon

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Averatec N3400 notebook: 13.3-inches, $799

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: PC / Laptop

Averatec has recently unveiled a new sort of laptop with the 13.3-inch N3400, a very lightweight laptop that weighs in at less than four pounds. It has a 2.16GHz Intel Pentium Dual Core T3400 processor, 3GB of RAM, a 250GB hard drive, and an integrated Intel GMA X4500D graphics, as well as a bundled external DVD burner. Averatec is shipping the N3400 now, and it’s offered at a price of $799.

Read More | Business Wire

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Sony debuts $500 netbook with hi-res display, launches in August

Posted by Drea Avellan Categories: Design, PC / Laptop

Yeah, so I’m a Mac user. However, I cannot deny my attraction to the Sony VAIO W-Series. These models have a slick, ultra-portable design and come in three fun colors – berry pink, sugar white and cocoa brown. The W Series incorporates a high-resolution, 1366x768, LED-backlit 10.1-inch ultra-wide display, making it easy to view two full web pages—bye bye side scrolling. You also get a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor, 160GB hard drive, 1GB RAM, Bluetooth, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, built-in webcam, Ethernet, and more. Starting at $499.99, Sony VAIO W-Series offers a stylish secondary PC alternative for those who travel and need to keep connected.

Gallery: Sony debuts $500 netbook with hi-res display, launches in August

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