MSI Launches Gaming Notebooks

Author: Cássio Lima Date: August 5, 2008 - 7:53 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.msimobile.com/ MSI has just increased its gaming notebooks line with the launch of GX620 and GX720. Both are based on Intel Centrino 2 platform and below you can see the main specs for these new MSI products. Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo Chipset: Intel PM45 Memory: 2 GB DDR2 up to 800 MHz (GX720) / 512 MB or 1 GB DDR2 up to 800 MHz (GX620). LCS display: 17” (GX720) / 15.4”(GX620) Graphics card: nVidia GeForce 9600M GT (512 MB DDR3) HDD: 160 GB/250 GB/320 GB SATA (5,400 RPM) Optical Drive: DVD/ Blu-ray Webcam: 2 Mpixel Card Reader: SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro Network: Gigabit Ethernet and wireless 802.11b/g/n USB ports: three ports (GX720) and two ports (GX620) Other features: one eSATA port, one HDMI output, Bluetooth (optional). Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Intel Unveils Centrino 2 Platform

Author: Cássio Lima Date: July 15, 2008 - 10:02 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.intel.com/pressroom/archive/releases/20080715comp_sm.htm?ii... Intel has just unveiled the fifth generation of its Centrino laptop platform: Centrino 2, formerly known by its codename Montevina. This new platform uses Core 2 Quad and new Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Extreme Mobile processors featuring 45-nm technology, up to 6 MB L2 cache and 1,066 MHz FSB, Intel 45 Express chipset (supporting DDR3 memories) and 802.11n wireless (up to 450 Mbps). On the table below you can see the specs for the new processors and chipsets launched by Intel for Centrino 2 platform. Processor Model Internal Clock FSB L2 Cache TDP Price (1,000 units) Core 2 Extreme X9100 3.06 GHz 1,066 MHz 6 MB 44 W USD 851 Core 2 Duo T9600 2.80 GHz 1,066 MHz 6 MB 35 W USD 530 Core 2 Duo T9400 2.53 GHz 1,066 MHz 6 MB 35 W USD 316 Core 2 Duo P9500 2.53 GHz 1,066 MHz 6 MB 25 W USD 348 Core 2 Duo P8600 2.40 GHz 1,066 MHz 3 MB 25 W USD 241 Core 2 Duo P8400 2.26 GHz 1,066 MHz 3 MB 25 W USD 209   Chipset Price (1,000 units) Mobile Intel GM45 Express USD 43 Mobile Intel PM45 Express USD 39   Wireless Price (1,000 units) Intel WiFi Link 5300 (3x3 AGN MC) USD 29 Intel WiFi Link 5300 (3x3 AGN HMC) USD 30 Intel WiFi Link 5100 (1x2 AGN MC) USD 19 Intel WiFi Link 5100 (1x2 AGN HMC) USD 20 Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Apple Intros Iphone 3G

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: June 9, 2008 - 5:35 PM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.apple.com/iphone/ Apple introduces its new iPhone, with 3G wireless technology. The new model has built-in GPS and costs half the price of the current model: the 8 GB, available in black, costs USD 199 and the 16 GB, available in black and white, USD 299. It has a 2 megapixels camera and supports Microsoft Exchange. The new iPhone will be available starting July 11 in 22 countries, including U.S., U.K., Canada and Japan. By the end of the year, Apple expects to launch it around 70 countries.     Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

AMD Reveals Notebook Platform 'Puma'

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: June 5, 2008 - 2:38 PM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.amd.com/us-en/Processors/ComputingSolutions/0,,30_288_15660... AMD announced its next-generation notebook platform, called 'Puma'. The platform features AMD Turion X2 Ultra Dual-Core Mobile Processors with ATI Radeon HD 3000 Series Graphics and incorporates the latest wireless connectivity like 802.11n and 3G. Acer, Asus, Clevo, Fujitsu, Fujitsu Siemens Computers, HP, MSI, NEC and Toshiba will launch  notebooks based on this platform. As a part of the new platform, AMD also announced a new notebook processor and chipset: the AMD Turion X2 Ultra Dual-Core Mobile processor includes AMD Independent Dynamic Core Technology, a new mobile-optimized memory controller, and power-optimized HyperTransport 3.0. The new mobile AMD 7-series chipset, AMD M780G and AMD SB700, comes with integrated ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics and delivers support for Microsoft DirectX 10.   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Acer Releases Aspire One

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: June 3, 2008 - 6:28 PM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.acer.com/aspireone/ Acer launches its first Internet device, Aspire One. Equipped with Linpus Linux Lite operating system, start up and shut down times are reduced to the minimum. The new MID features Intel Atom processor, 8.9” LCD screen, built-in 802.11b/g WiFi, 512MB or 1GB of RAM memory installed and two alternatives for data storage: a NAND flash module of 8 GB or an 80 GB internal HDD. In addition the Aspire one reads 5 different types of memory card – Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD-Picture Card It weights below one kilo, leaving a sleek, light and comfortable footprint that is truly and comes with a 95% full-sized keyboard for natural, easy typing just like you’re used to. click to enlarge   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

NVidia Launches Tegra for MIDs

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: June 3, 2008 - 6:38 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.nvidia.com/object/io_1212391368499.html NVidia has announced new processors Tegra 600 and Tegra 650 aimed at mobile Internet devices (MIDs). Smaller than a US dime, Tegra is a heterogeneous processor architecture with multiple processors, each architected for a specific class of tasks – an 800 MHz ARM CPU, a HD video processor, an imaging processor, an audio processor, and an ultra-low power GeForce GPU. These processors are used together or independently. They offer support for 1080p HDMI, WSXGA+ LCD and CRT, and NTSC/PAL TV-Out. Tegra chips will make devices capable of playback for 130 hours audio and 30 hours HD video playback. click to enlarge   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

VIA Intros OpenBook mini-note reference design

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: May 28, 2008 - 5:16 PM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.viaopenbook.com/ VIA introduced the VIA OpenBook mini-note reference design, equipped with next generation of VIA Ultra Mobile Platform, based on the VIA C7-M ULV processor and the new all-in-one VIA VX800 digital media IGP chipset. The new ultra-portable notebook features a 8.9" screen  in a clamshell form factor that weighs just 1kg. It supports WiFi, Bluetooth, optional AGPS connections, WiMAX, HSDPA and EV-DO/W-CDMA modules. It also comes with three USB 2.0 ports, a VGA port, and audio-in/audio-out jacks as well as a 4-in-1 card reader (SD/SDIO/MMC/MS) and a 2 mega-pixel dual-headed web camera. The device features up to 2GB DDR2 DRAM and can be equipped with a choice of hard disk drive and solid state storage options. Featuring a 4-cell 2600mA lithium-ion battery, the VIA OpenBook delivers up to three hours of battery life.     Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

OLPC XO-2 is released

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: May 21, 2008 - 9:24 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://laptop.org/en/vision/news/index.shtml Nicholas Negroponte has announced the second generation of the One Laptop Per Child (OLPC). Called OLPC XO-2, the new laptop will feature two touch-sensitive displays, an e-book form factor and it will be half the size of the first generation. It will be released in 2010 and will cost US$ 75. click to enlarge   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

HP Intros HP 2533t Mobile Thin Client

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: May 20, 2008 - 8:26 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.hp.com/sbso/busproducts_notebooks.html HP introduced the new notebook HP 2533t Mobile Thin Client. According to HP, the notebook was designed with an array of hardware and software that provide the mobility of a notebook and the enhanced security, improved ease of use and reliability delivered by thin clients. The HP 2533t provides enhanced access to virtual computing solutions, such as blade PCs or a virtual desktop infrastructure, and increased protection of corporate data and software applications by storing files on a secure, centralized server. No data resides on the actual mobile thin client, so companies are assured that data is not compromised in the event the client is lost or stolen. It weighs three pounds and features a 12.1-inch diagonal widescreen LED display. It has Integrated Wi-Fi certified WLAN  along with support for 3G broadband wireless via PC memory card slot. The new notebook comes with VIA C7-M ULV processor, 1 GB 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM and VIA Chrome 9 graphics. Price: USD 850. click to enlarge   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

ASUS Intros Lamborghini VX3

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: April 28, 2008 - 8:14 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.asus.com/products.aspx?l1=5&l2=23&l3=518&l4=40&model=2169&m... ASUS introduces the Lamborghini VX3 third generation laptop. The model has 12.1 inch, sapphire crystal camera lens, hand-made genuine leather palm rest, titanium alloy hinge and authentic Lamborghini painted cover. It features Intel Core2 Duo, 320G hard drive, NVidia Geforce 9300 256MB and 4 GB of DDR2 667. It costs around USD 3,300. click to enlarge     Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

ASUS Eee PC with Windows XP Available in Best Buy

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: April 22, 2008 - 7:59 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://eeepc.asus.com/global/product.htm ASUS Eee PC 4G pre-installed with Microsoft Windows XP is available immediately in selected Best Buy retail stores in the United States. The portable and affordable, ASUS Eee PC is built on the concept of Easy to Learn, Easy to Work and Easy to Play. The Eee PC 4G has a 7" display, 512 MB DDR2, SSD storage of 4GB and weights 0.92 kg.     Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

ASUS Releases U2E notebook

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: March 24, 2008 - 8:55 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://event.asus.com/2008/nb/u2e/ ASUS announced the U2E notebook, the perfect companion for road warriors. The 11-inch all-in-one leather crafted notebook is equipped with Intel Core Duo processor U7500/U7600, up tp 4GB high-speed DDR2 memory, 80/100/120 GB PATA 1.8" 4200rpm HDD, 32/64 GB SSD (optional), Intel WiFi Link 4965AGN or Intel PRO/Wireless, 1x micro-DVI and 3x USB. Depending on the configuration, the U2E can cost up to USD 2,699. click to enlarge   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

MSI Intros Notebook with Turbo Battery Technology

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: March 6, 2008 - 9:30 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=prodpage2&maincat_no=135&cat2_... MSI announced at CeBIT the notebook GX600-08, the first with the  exclusive Turbo Battery Technology. When the notebook is operating on Turbo Battery Mode, the programs that are being used are adjusted and either stop or lower the parts that are not currently running. And while the GX600-08 is in AC Mode, just press the turbo button above the keyboard and the speed of the CPU and the system will increase up to 20%. GX600-08 is equipped with Intel Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology, Intel Core2 Duo processor and Intel PM965 Express Chipset. It also comes with Nvidia Geforce 8600M GT 3D graphic card (Build-in 512 VRAM), 15.4" LCD monitor, digital/analog 5.1 Channel headphone output and built-in SPDIF connection, up to 320 GB SATA HD and up to 4GB DDR2 667Mhz of memory. click to enlarge   Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top

Apple Releases Macbook Air

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: January 16, 2008 - 1:06 PM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.apple.com/macbookair/ Steve Jobs announced in his keynote at MacWorld San Francisco the new Apple's Macbook Air. The 'world's thinest notebook'measures 0.16 to 0.76 inch of sleek and weighs just 3.0 pounds (1.36 kg). Battery works wireless for five hours. It comes with Intel Core 2 Duo processor,  4MB on-chip shared L2 cache, 800MHz frontside bus, 2 GB of 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM onboard, 80GB 4200-rpm ATA hard disk drive, built-in AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi wireless networking and Bluetooth 2.1.     Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (1) top

ASUS Unveils 1TB Notebook

Author: Alessandra Carneiro Date: January 7, 2008 - 12:00 PM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://usa.asus.com/ ASUS unveiled the world’s first one-terabyte notebook in collaboration with Hitachi Global Storage Technologies. Travelstar 5K500 (500 GB 2.5 Inch hard drive) from Hitachi has been integrated into the ASUS M series multimedia notebook PCs. The new ASUS M50 and M70 will ship with two of the Travelstar 5K500. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Comments (0) top