Apple Announces iPad Mini

Author: Cássio Lima Date: October 24, 2012 - 9:36 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.apple.com/ipad-mini/overview/ Apple has launched the iPad Mini, a completely new iPad that is 23 percent thinner and 53 percent lighter than the third-generation iPad. In fact, it is not only smaller, lighter and sleeker than the full-sized versions, but it is also less expensive, as it starts at USD 329. The iPad Mini features a 7.9” display (1024x768 resolution), an A5 processor (dual-core ARM Cortex-A9, PowerVR SGX543MP2 graphics engine, 1 GHz clock-speed, 32 nm process technology), 512 MB of memory, a 5 megapixels rear camera, a 1.2 megapixels front camera, 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, accelerometer, gyroscope, and it comes with an Apple iOS 6 operating system. The iPad Mini is 7.2 mm thick and weighs just 0.68 pounds (312 g). Battery life is rated at 10 hours. The iPad Mini will be available for pre-order starting on Friday. iPad Mini with Wi-Fi 16 GB: USD 329 32 GB: USD 429 64 GB: USD 529 iPad Mini with Wi-Fi + Cellular 16 GB: USD 459 32 GB: USD 559 64 GB: USD 659 Apple also announced the fourth generation iPad featuring a 9.7-inch Retina display, a new Apple designed A6X chip (which is twice as fast as the previous A5X), a FaceTime HD camera and faster Wi-Fi. It will also be available for pre-order on Friday. iPad fourth-generation with Wi-Fi 16 GB: USD 499 32 GB: USD 599 64 GB: USD 699 iPad fourth-generation with Wi-Fi + Cellular 16 GB: USD 629 32 GB: USD 729 64 GB: USD 829 Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink top

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Fujitsu Announces New Lineup of PCs and Tablet

Author: Cássio Lima Date: October 19, 2012 - 8:55 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.fujitsu.com/global/news/pr/archives/month/2012/20121019-02.... Today, Fujitsu announced that a new lineup of PCs and tablets built for Microsoft Windows 8 will be available in Japan starting October 26. With a total of 19 models in nine product series, the new lineup includes updates from the FMV Series of consumer PCs and the ARROWS Tab Wi-Fi series of water-resistant tablets, as well as models from the new Floral Kiss brand, which is targeted toward female customers. As part of the new lineup, Fujitsu will be offering the water-resistant ARROWS Tab Wi-Fi QH55/J, a thin, water-resistant Windows 8 tablet, as well as FMV ESPRIMO FH 98/JD, which is equipped with an eye tracking sensor—the latest proprietary Human Centric Technology from Fujitsu—that allows users to operate the computer screen with their eye movements. In addition, all of the models will be delivered together with Fujitsu’s consumer cloud service, My Cloud, which enables users to take full advantage of the computing power of their PCs and tablet devices. Click here and here to know more about the models announced. click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink top

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Apple Introduces the iPhone 5

Author: Cássio Lima Date: September 12, 2012 - 3:32 PM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2012/09/12Apple-Introduces-iPhone-5.html Today, Apple introduced its newest smartphone, the long awaited iPhone 5. According to the company, the iPhone 5 is the thinnest smartphone in the world, being 18 percent thinner and 20 percent lighter than the iPhone 4S. The iPhone 5 features an anodized aluminum body, a 4” retina display (1136x640), an Apple-designed A6 processor, and support for GPRS, EDGE, EV-DO, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSDPA, GPS, LTE, Bluetooth 4.0 and dual-band 802.11n Wi-Fi technologies. The new iPhone 5 also brought an 8-megapixel camera that is 25 percent smaller than the iPhone 4S’s camera. This camera features a sapphire crystal lens cover that is thinner and more durable than standard glass with the ability to provide crystal clear images. The new panorama feature lets you capture jaw-dropping panoramic images of up to 28 megapixels by simply moving the camera across a scene in one smooth motion. New video features include improved stabilization, video face detection for up to 10 faces, and the ability to take still photos as you record. A front camera can also be used for self-portraits and recording 720p HD video. The new iPhone also has three microphones (front, bottom and back) that will be used for voice recognition and noise cancelation. As rumored earlier, the new iPhone has a new connector, called Lightning. According to Apple, this new connector is more durable than the previous one. The new iPhone 5 runs Apple’s iOS 6 operating system and will be available in the U.S. in either white and silver or black and slate, with a suggested retail price of USD 199 for the 16 GB model, USD 299 for the 32 GB model, and USD 399 for the 64 GB model. The iPhone 5 will be available from the Apple Online Store (www.apple.com), Apple’s retail stores, and through AT&T, Sprint, Verizon Wireless and select Apple authorized resellers. The iPhone 5 will be available in the U.S., Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore and the UK on Friday, September 21. Customers can pre-order their iPhone 5 beginning Friday, September 14. click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink top

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Razer Unveils the Next Generation of the Blade Gaming Laptop

Author: Cássio Lima Date: September 3, 2012 - 8:47 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.razerzone.com/press/detail/press-releases/the-beauty-is-now... Razer has unveiled the next generation of its Razer Blade gaming laptop. The new Razer Blade has a better thermal system compared to the original Razer Blade. The new Razer Blade is a 17.3” (1920x1080) gaming laptop that features a third generation Intel Core i7 processor, 8 GB of DDR3-1600 memory, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 M GPU with 2 GB of dedicated GDDR5 video memory, a 500 GB hard disk drive, a 64 GB SATA-600 SSD drive for cache acceleration, a built-in HD webcam, three USB 3.0 ports, wireless network (802.11a/g/n), and Bluetooth 4.0. It is 16.81” (width) x 10.9” (depth) x 0.88” (height), and weighs 6.6 lbs. The Switchblade User Interface (UI), located next to the Blade’s full-size keyboard, was designed by Razer from the ground up to enhance gaming experiences and provide more control at the gamer’s fingertips. The Switchblade features 10 adaptive tactile keys and a multi-touch LCD panel that can also display in-game information. The new Razer Blade will be available for pre-order for USD 2,499 on Sept. 2 and will begin shipping to consumers in North America on Sept. 30, 2012. click to enlarge   click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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Samsung Introduces Notebooks with Detachable Keyboard

Author: Cássio Lima Date: August 30, 2012 - 9:22 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.samsung.com/us/news/20236 Samsung has just announced its Series 5 and Series 7 Slate notebooks. Additionally, Samsung today announced a new touchscreen version of its popular 13” Series 5 ULTRA laptop. Both the Series 5 and Series 7 Slates feature an 11.6” display. The Series 7 display is 1920x1080 resolution; the Series 5 has a 1366x768 resolution. The Series 5 ULTRA features a 1366x768 resolution display with Samsung’s SuperBright Technology (300 nits). The Samsung Series 7 Slate was designed with power users in mind. With an Intel Core i5 processor, 4 GB of RAM and a 128 GB SSD, it satisfies the needs of even the most demanding users. The Series 5 Slate is also a powerful device, designed with the everyday user in mind. With an Intel two-watt processor, 2 GB of RAM and a 64 GB SSD, this device keeps you connected to work and play from everywhere. For users looking for a traditional notebook, the touchscreen Series 5 ULTRA laptop offers powerful components including a third generation Intel Core i3 or i5 processor, 4 GB of RAM, and a 500 GB hard drive with 24 GB of ExpressCache. ExpressCache results in faster boot-up and start times for frequently used programs. The Series 5 and Series 7 Slates, as well as the touchscreen Series 5 ULTRA, will be available beginning October 26, 2012. The suggested price for the Series 7 Slate is USD 1,199. The Series 5 Slate will be available both with the keyboard dock, for a suggested price of USD 749, or without, for USD 649. The suggested price for the new Series 5 ULTRA will range from USD 799 to USD 849. click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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HP Unveils Hybrid Notebook and Ultrabooks

Author: Cássio Lima Date: August 30, 2012 - 9:18 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=1287704 Today, HP announced three notebooks featuring touchscreen displays: the HP ENVY x2, the HP SpectreXT TouchSmart Ultrabook, and the HP ENVY TouchSmart Ultrabook 4. The HP ENVY x2 solves the “Do I bring my notebook or tablet?” dilemma. Users get the power of a notebook and the freedom of a tablet in one stylish, lightweight device. The HP ENVY x2 has a detachable, 11.6” touchscreen display that becomes a full tablet when separated from the keyboard via a seamless magnetic latch. It uses solid state memory for improved reliability and faster startup times, and it comes with an HD webcam on the front and an 8-megapixel camera on the back. click to enlarge The HP SpectreXT TouchSmart ultrabook features a 15.6” touchscreen display, measures 17.9 mm thin and weighs 4.77 pounds. It is HP’s first ultrabook with Intel Thunderbolt technology. The SpectreXT TouchSmart is equipped with the latest Intel Core processors, an mSATA solid-state drive with Intel Rapid Start, Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Anti-Theft Technology, Intel Smart Response, Intel Smart Connect technologies, and a full array of ports, including Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 and HDMI. click to enlarge The HP ENVY TouchSmart Ultrabook 4 offers a 14” touchscreen display, measures 23 mm thick and weighs 4.77 pounds. It also has a backlit keyboard, up to 8 hours of battery life, an optional AMD graphics card with 2 GB of graphics memory, and the same Intel technologies available on the HP SpectreXT TouchSmart Ultrabook. click to enlarge The HP ENVY x2 is expected to be available in the United States for the holidays. Pricing will be available at a later date. The HP SpectreXT TouchSmart Ultrabook is expected to be available in the United States in December with a starting price of USD 1,399.99. The HP ENVY TouchSmart Ultrabook 4 is expected to be available in the United States for the holidays. Pricing will be available at a later date. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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Acer Introduces the TravelMate P243 Notebook

Author: Cássio Lima Date: August 14, 2012 - 8:38 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://us.acer.com/ac/en/US/press/2012/42218 Today, Acer introduced the new TravelMate P243 notebook for U.S. customers. The product is equipped with a third-generation Intel Core i5 CPU with Intel Turbo Boost technology, comes with 4 GB of DDR3 memory (upgradeable to 8 GB), a 14” LCD display (1366x768) with a 16:9 aspect ratio, a 500 GB SATA hard disk drive, a DVD writer, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/g/n, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 4.0, two USB 2.0 ports, one USB 3.0 port, and a 6-cell battery. When booting up the system, the TravelMate P243 utilizes the multi-level Acer ProShield Security with BioProtection Fingerprint solution, preventing unauthorized access while safeguarding the notebook’s valuable assets and data integrity with one swipe of a finger. Acer ProShield features pre-boot authentication (PBA) and protects the notebook from the BIOS level all the way to the application level. It allows creating a Personal Secure Drive (PSD) to seamlessly storing and encrypting all critical files, ensuring that if the notebook is lost or stolen, the data cannot be accessed. Unwanted files or folders can be permanently removed beyond recovery thanks to the File Shredder utility. Finally, it offers the automated solution to managing IT assets remotely. Prices for the TravelMate P243 begin at USD 699.99. click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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Lenovo Announces Tablet for Windows 8

Author: Cássio Lima Date: August 9, 2012 - 8:45 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://news.lenovo.com/press-release/lenovo-announces-new-thinkpad-tab... Today, Lenovo unveiled its first tablet specifically designed for Windows 8, the ThinkPad Tablet 2. The product features a 10.1” (1366x768) display, an Intel Atom processor, a 10-hour battery, optional 3G/4G connectivity, fingerprint reader, micro-HDMI output and a pair of 8 megapixels rear and 2 megapixels front cameras. Additionally, it will be sold along with an optional keyboard, as well as a dock with three USB ports, one HDMI port and one Ethernet port. The tablet supports multiple input methods: multi-finger touch and an optional digitizer and pen, especially good for note taking, capturing signatures and completing forms. The ThinkPad Tablet 2 will be available when Windows 8 launches on October 26. Unfortunately, the price has not been announced. click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink top

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Google Nexus 7 16 GB Back in Stock

Author: Cássio Lima Date: August 1, 2012 - 9:45 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_7_16gb A week ago Google was forced to stop taking orders for the 16 GB version of its Nexus 7 tablet due to high demand. However, the company rushed to get it back in stock, and now it is available in the Google Play Store, with a current delivery estimate of three to five business days. The Google Nexus 7 (16 GB) is priced at USD 249. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink top

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MSI G Series Gaming Laptops with NVIDIA GTX 680M Now Available in the U.S.

Author: Cássio Lima Date: July 25, 2012 - 9:25 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.msimobile.com/ MSI has updated its GT70 and GT60 laptops with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M, the fastest mobile GPU to date. Both the GT70 and GT60 are currently available at Amazon, NewEgg, Tiger Direct, Best Buy, J&R and B&H. In the table below we summarize the main specs for these new laptops. Model GT70 0NE-276US GT60 0NE-220US Processor Intel Core i7-3610QM Intel Core i7-3610QM Display 17.3” (1920x1080, 16:9) 15.6” (1920x1080, 16:9) GPU NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 M (4 GB GDDR5) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 M (4 GB GDDR5) Memory 16 GB DDR3-1600 12 GB DDR3-1600 Storage 128 GB SSD + 128 GB SSD RAID + 750 GB (7,200 rpm) 750 GB (7,200 rpm) Optical Drive Blu-ray Disc Burner DVD Super Multi LAN Killer Game Networking Killer Game Networking Wireless 802.11 b/g/n with Bluetooth 802.11 b/g/n with Bluetooth Card Reader (SD/SDHC/SDXC/XD/MSPRO/MS/MMC) (SD/SDHC/SDXC/XD/MSPRO/MS/MMC) USB USB 3.0 x3, USB 2.0 x2 USB 3.0 x3, USB 2.0 x1 eSATA Yes Yes HDMI HDMI 1.4 HDMI 1.4 Audio THX TruStudio PRO THX TruStudio PRO Speaker Dynaudio Tech (Speakers x2 + Subwoofer x1) Dynaudio Tech (Speakers x2 + Subwoofer x1) Keyboard SteelSeries programmable Backlit SteelSeries programmable Backlit Battery 9-cell 9-cell Suggested Price USD 2,599.99 USD 1,899.99 Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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MSI Announces GT780DX Gaming Notebook

Author: Cássio Lima Date: December 21, 2011 - 10:52 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.msi.com/news-media/news/1329.html The GT780DX is the newest gaming notebook from MSI featuring a second generation Core i7 processor based on the Sandy Bridge architecture, a DirectX 11 NVIDIA discrete video card, a top-notch Dynaudio sound and a keyboard made in collaboration with SteelSeries. Spec-wise, the MSI GT780DX has a 17.3” Full HD (1920x1080), a quad-core Core i7 processor, up to 32 GB of DDR3 memory, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570M discrete video card (3 GB of GDDR5), a 720 GB/500 GB hard drive plus an Intel 120 GB SSD or two 720 GB/500 GB hard drives, a DVD or Blu-ray drive, 802.11b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth v3.0 + HS, a Gigabit Ethernet port, an HD webcam, a 5-in-1 card reader, two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, one eSATA port, and a 9-cell battery. Unfortunately, MSI didn't mention the notebook's price. click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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Panasonic Announces Toughpad A1 and B1 Tablets

Author: Cássio Lima Date: November 8, 2011 - 11:33 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.panasonic.com/business/toughpad/us/secure-tablet-specs.asp# Panasonic has introduced the Toughpad family of professional-grade tablets, which includes the 10.1-inch Toughpad A1 and the 7-inch Toughpad B1 models. Both devices were designed to withstand extreme conditions and will be launched next year. They run on the Android operating system.  The Toughpad A1 features a 1.2 GHz dual-core Marvell processor, 16 GB of storage space, 1 GB of LP-DDR2 memory, a 10.1-inch XGA touchscreen display (1024x768), a microSD card slot, a micro USB port, a micro HDMI port, a 5-megapixel rear camera, a 2-megapixel front camera, 802.11b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, GPS, 4G (LTE or WiMAX), and a battery that provides up to 10 hours of operation. The Toughpad A1 will start at USD 1,299. Panasonic didn’t disclose much information about the Toughpad B1 model.  click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

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