“Nanotecnological” laptop only for $99
Alexandra | 2:04 pm | May 10, 2010 | New Laptops
Nanotechnologies are entering our life at incredible speeds. The device Ben NanoNote seems to present by itself the limit of miniaturization in the class of laptops. Having the price of $99, the weight of 130 gr and the size of 99х75х17.5 mm this gadget can boast the practically full-bodied QWERTY keyboard.
However, the rest doesn’t impress so much. The display resolution is 320х240 pixels, the RAM capacity is 32 Mb, the frequency of the XBurst Jz4720 processor is 336 MHz. Of course, there’s no hard disk, but one 2-Gb microSD flash card instead.
There’s a speaker, a microphone, a slot for headphones and one USB port. The battery capacity is 850 mAh. The working platform of the device is Linux.
The manufacturer thinks Ben NanoNote is an excellent media-player, a memo book and a reader. Of course, any modern smartphone will give good headstart to this odd device in terms of functionality and convenience. Still, Ben NanoNote can be a very cool present, a nanotecnological one.
HP 2010 laptops for small and medium businesses
Alexandra | 12:36 am | April 8, 2010 | New Laptops
The new line form HP includes 6 new models presented — a transformer EliteBook 2740p with touch screen and multi touch support, a light 12-inch EliteBook 2540p with the weight of 3.3 pounds and four models of the ProBook line with the S index which mainly differ by the screen diagonal — 13, 14, 15 and 17 inches. All models support the Intel i3, i5, i7 processors with Turbo Boost technology, can use up to 8 GB of memory, work with hard drives with up to 500 GB of capacity (apart from the tablet computer) and optionally all the models are equipped with webcams and biometrical sensors.
The transformer HP EliteBook 2740p has a 12-inch touchscreen with 1280х800 resolution, and weighs a bit over 3.7 pounds. The optical drive is not included in the set and can be bought separately with an external connection. There are ExpressCard slots, a slot for SD cards and three USB ports, one of which supports the power supply (!). In the given model accumulators with the support of Smart SATA II up to 320 GB can be used. The price in the base configuration is US $1600.
HP EliteBook 2740p
The HP EliteBook 2540p laptop weighs only about 3.4 pounds in its basic configuration, and has a price tag of US $1100. The Intel i7 processor version is also equipped with the optical drive, and has a 1.8-inch hard drive with the capacity of 500 GB.
HP EliteBook 2540p
The new line of laptops ProBook 4х20s looks more attractive thanks to unusual case colors. But everything is pretty standard otherwise.
HP ProBook 4320s
The resolution of the 13-inch model HP ProBook 4320s is 366х768 pixels. The weight of this laptop is 4.4 pounds without the optical drive.
All these models are equipped with 16:9 screens, HDMI slots and one USB port are combined with eSATA. They also have stereo input for a microphone. The release dates of the two previous models are known already (April, 2010), the prices and time for the ProBook line launch will be announced later.
The HP ProBook 4420s model differs only by a 14-inch screen and a weight of 4.7 pounds. Will optical drives disappear in simple notebook models at all as it happened to 3.5-inch slots for diskettes? We’ll see…
HP ProBook 4420s
The 15-inch model HP ProBook 4520s of the new line can also be supplied without the optical drive but it has one interesting option in the form of an additional digital keyboard.
HP ProBook 4520s
At last, the 17-inch model HP ProBook 4720s is equipped with a 1600х900 resolution screen. The size of this beast is 28×411x266 mm and it weighs about 6.6 pounds.
HP ProBook 4720s
Concept of the right smartbook
Alexandra | 4:36 pm | March 26, 2010 | Concept Laptops
While the whole world is discussing what tablet computers are needed for, what to do with an iPad and when smartbooks will appear (and what the meaning of this word is), Asian designers have developed a concept of a tablet computer. They have done it for the institute with a very pompous name Metatrend and without much ado called their creation a “smartbook”. Unlike all the existing tablet computers, Internet tablets and other devices, it possesses a number of simple and interesting ideas.
Firstly, it isn’t an Internet device but a real tablet computer, i.e. one can not only watch and read something on it but also work fully).
Secondly, there’s a folding wireless Qwerty keyboard in the set that can be put anywhere on the table.
Thirdly, a tablet has a convertible leg thanks to which it can be conveniently placed on the table as a photograph frame.
Also, the keyboard itself in the folded position can perform the function of a touch screen mobile phone (in this case the question of data synchronization between the tablet and the computer is solved automatically).
And finally, this concept is simply cool. But even the first four points are enough for manufactures to outline for themselves some new guidelines and for the developers of microchips to realize what direction they should go.
Source: Metatrend
12 concept laptops and PC that will strike your imagination
Alexandra | 10:40 pm | February 12, 2010 | Concept Laptops
Concepts… They are amazing, aren’t they? On the one hand, they inspire us, give us ideas for the future, push forward innovations. On the other hand, concepts disappoint, since we cannot have them right now. The only thing we can do is start saving money, and wait until they become a reality.
1. ARM Tablet
This concept from Sébastien Maleville can be used as a usual laptop or as a portable tablet. You can transform it by separating the keyboard from the monitor.
2. Asus Bookshelf PC
This PC from Asus consists of interchangeable modules, which allows to upgrade or downgrade your computer. You can do it by replacing or adding required modules.
3. B-membrane
This UFO-like computer with a projected keyboard uses a projector instead of a monitor.
4. Canvas
This concept was developed for designers and artists by Kyle Cherry. It was equipped with some built-in digital devices for easy drawing.
5. Horizon
Concept desktop from Japanese designer Mac Funamizu has a flexible OLED monitor, which can change its size!
6. HP LiM (by Jeffrey S. Engelhardt)
HP LiM (it means “Less is More”) consists from a 19” transparent touch screen, a wireless keyboard and a virtual touchpad.
7. Nuno Teixeira MAINGEAR
It’s a powerful gaming machine with improved cooling system.
8. Paper Laptop — eco-computer
This concept (designed by Je Sung Park) was made from recycled paper.
9. Philco PC
Although in the majority of cases concept computers show us the future, Dave Schultze’s creation carries us back.
10. Portable PC Theater
Jinwoo Han, a talented designer from the South Korea, created a concept of portable PC with a special bonus, a built-in projector for entertainment.
11. Prime Gaming Laptop
Prime Gaming Concept Laptop was designed by Kyle Cherry. He tries to solve such problem as limited size of laptop screens. Behold a powerful portable gaming computer!
12. Zafiro
Zafiro PC with transparent screen can be controlled by movements of your hands and body!
The near future of high-tech industry (your excursion to CES 2010)
Alexandra | 7:39 pm | January 26, 2010 | New Laptops
The last Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has become the main source of information about new technologies and products from the world’s largest product designer and manufacturers. The show was held in Las Vegas, and this place wasn’t chosen by chance. The U.S. market is traditionally considered as one of the most important for many large companies that design and produce electronics.
Judging by the general show trends, 2010 will be the year of Android smartphones, Tablet PCs, and rapid development of three-dimensional television. And like a year ago, at CES 2009, manufacturers introduced a lot of notebooks and netbooks in a classic form factor. Developers still believe that this market is very promising. For example, MSI management expects 50% growth of notebook shipments in 2010.
Lenovo attracted visitors by the unusual Ideapad U1 laptop. This device, which is actually a hybrid of tablet and netbook, has a 11.6″ display that can be disconnected from the keyboard and work independently as a Tablet PC. Ideapad U1 is expected in shops this summer at a price of about $ 1000.
You could see new netbooks based on Intel Pine Trail hardware platform from all major manufacturers at CES 2010. Most of those devices had similar characteristics and were running Windows 7. The Samsung N127 netbook based on OS Moblin can be mentioned as an exception.
One more piece of news from Intel. The company launched AppUpCenter, a new online store of applications for compact portable computers. All users of netbooks with OS Windows can join this service.
Among the huge number of laptops that were presented at CES 2010 there are some unusual ones. Samsung demonstrated a prototype laptop with a 14″ transparent OLED-display. It’s difficult to imagine who may need such a computer, but this invention of South Korean engineers may find application in other industries. Also Dell showed a workable concept of Studio with a 16″ OLED-display, which response time is 0,004 ms. And Asus amazed visitors by its new NX90 Bang & Olufsen edition laptop.
So CES 2010 gave us a general idea of what devices we should expect this year. Evidently experts expect the increase in sales of portable computers (both netbooks and notebooks). Marketing specialists pin hopes on tablet PCs, but demand for them will depend not only on technical specifications, but also on pricing policies.
Cool USB gizmos – little friends for your laptop
Alexandra | 6:10 pm | November 30, 2009 | USB Stuff
Tiny mouse
Those who like mobility and don’t want to carry extra load will certainly appreciate surprising compactness and ease of the Super Slim USB optical mouse. It measures just 45 x 64 x 14 mm, and its weight is 28 grams. The mouse easily fits in your hand, while having very high resolution (1800 dpi). It works on most of surfaces, providing precise positioning. You can choose one of two models – white or black one.
High-speed scanner
The Neatdesk Scanner developed by the Neat company allows to work with most of the documents. It has three loading trays for different paper formats. The smallest one is designed for business cards, the second tray accepts cheques, and the biggest one works with the A4 paper size.
You can download up to 10 cards and 10 cheques at the same time, just press the button, and then all the documents will be scanned one by one. If you have a pack of A4 documents, you can load up to 50 sheets and they will be scanned automatically thanks to the document feeder. The maximum resolution is 600 dpi. The data can be exported to Outlook and Excel.
Special Neatdesk software allows you to automate scanning process. Just put the scanner near your laptop and enjoy a new film while this useful gadget is doing its work.
Desktop Vacuum Cleaner
A USB-powered miniature vacuum cleaner was designed expressly for fans of funny USB-toys. Despite its tiny size, it can manage its task. Use it to clean up crumbs and dust from the surface of your desk and laptop keyboard. Surely, this little helper means more power consumption for your battery, but having a spotlessly clean desk may well be worth it. 
A warm touch of bamboo
You are certainly tired of plastic that surrounds you everywhere. Do you want something natural? So you should pay your attention to Micro Innovations’ USB wooden keyboard and mouse that were made of bamboo for those who like “real” things. Quite unconventional, yet full of character.
Optimus Maximus Style Keyboard for Laptops?
maksim | 6:14 pm | March 2, 2008 | Concept Laptops
Building on the story of Optimus Maximus keyboard, will major computer manufacturers follow the example? The OLED technology that is used in the keyboard is still a very expensive alternative to a standard keyboard, but surely there are people out there who wouldn’t mind paying an extra $1000 for laptops that might look something like this?
Each key image can be fully customised, separately for any of the applications used. Language layout can be easily switched. There is no need to display secondary symbols like !ӣ$% on the keys, they will appear automatically after SHIFT is pressed. And you can get rid of some annoying keys that you never use, like, in my case, the one just below Esc.
Among many different highly attractive yet hardly realistic technologies of the near future, OLED is the one to keep an eye on. The advantages of an OLED-based displays over regular LCD display, similar to the one that you are most likely looking at at the moment, are amazing: OLED screens can be as thin as a human hair, they can be bent and transferred to fabric, they produce light themselves and don’t need backlight, they can display greater range of colours, image quality is equally good when viewed from any angle, and, to top it all, they are theoretically cheaper to produce in the long-run than regular LCD displays.
The only downside is the wearability of OLED elements- the lifetime is very limited and is more than ten times shorter than LCD. This, however, is only a matter of time, according to some industry experts, and fully customisable laptop keyboards will be only one of the many possible revolutionary applications, like multi-use newspapapers or video screens embedded in clothing
Bath And Spa For Your Office
Sasha | 1:45 am | February 13, 2008 | Uncategorized
A toilet seat has 400 less germs than a usual keyboard of a public computer, researchers of the
I personally feel a bit of disgust touching a mouse of a public internet café that has a million fingerprints on it, with people eating, drinking, coughing and sneezing right next to me. Is there an antivirus, a real one?
The simplest way of protection is the regular use of cleaning wipes. However, there is a better solution – washable laptop accessories, Belkin washable mouse and flexible silicone keyboard.
Both the mouse and the keyboard are absolutely water-resistant and can be rinsed under the running tap water. The germs will be wiped out of existence, and spilled coffee will not be a problem anymore.
Flexible Silicone Keyboard >>>