| HP Announces iPAQ RX4000 |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: September 5, 2006 - 6:58 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.hp.com |
iPAQ rx4000 is HP's latest Mobile Media Companion. It features a 2.8-inch wide touchscreen, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, Windows Mobile 5.0 and scroll wheel for a one-handed operation. Consumers can download VoIP software to make free PC-to-PC calls. It will be launched in October in Asian market for an estimated price of US$ 300. No word on when it will be available in other parts of the world.
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| Apple Also Recalls Sony Batteries |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: August 25, 2006 - 6:30 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: https://support.apple.com/ibook_powerbook/batteryexchange/index.html |
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Apple has announced a recall for 1.8 million lithium-ion notebook batteries due to the same overheating issues that moved Dell to recall 4.1 million units last week. In both cases the devices were manufactured by Sony. The affected batteries were sold worldwide between October 2003 and August 2006 for use in the 12-inch iBook G4, 12-inch PowerBook G4 and 15-inch PowerBook G4. Consumers are advised to remove the batteries and use the AC adapter until a replacement arrives.
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| Dell Recalls 4.1 Million Batteries |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: August 15, 2006 - 4:45 PM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.dellbatteryprogram.com |
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Dell has announced a voluntary recall for 4.1 million batteries sold with Latitude, Inspiron, XPS and Precision Mobile Workstation notebooks between April 1, 2004 and July 18, 2006. All units were manufactured by Sony in Japan or China. The procedure is considered the largest battery recall in the consumer electronics industry. Dell has stated that “under rare conditions” the batteries can overheat and, thus, pose a risk of fire. Consumers are advised to eject positively identified batteries and to rely on the original AC power adapter until another unit is available.
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| Apple Recalls MacBook Pro Batteries |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: August 1, 2006 - 3:59 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: https://support.apple.com/macbookpro15/batteryexchange/index.html |
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Apple has initiated a recall for 15-inch MacBook Pro batteries sold between February and May 2006. Some of the units do not meet performance standards. The company stressed that the batteries do not pose a safety risk and may be used until a free replacement arrives. The affected batteries have model number A1175 and a 12-digit serial number that ends with U7SA, U7SB or U7SC.
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| VIA Releases VX700 UMPC Chipset |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: July 6, 2006 - 7:27 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.via.com.tw/en/products/chipsets/v-series/vx700 |
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VIA has released the VX700 chipset, a single chip solution that, according to the company, allow a 40% reduction of ultramobile PC form factors. The chipset is paired with the C7-M processor. The VX700 includes UniChrome Pro II 128-bit video (clocked at 200 MHz) and supports 533 MHz FSB, up to 4 GB of DDR2-533 memory, two Serial ATA and two Serial ATA 3 Gb/s ports, six USB 2.0 ports and eight-channel audio.
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| Apple Announces Intel-based MacBooks |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: May 16, 2006 - 1:24 PM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.apple.com/macbook/macbook.html |
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Apple today launched its long-awaited Intel-based MacBook consumer-oriented notebooks. The machines are available in white and black with either a 1.83 GHz or a 2 GHz Core Duo processor. Other specs include 13.3-inch glossy display, 512 MB of DDR2-667 SO-DIMM memory, 60 GB or 80 GB hard drive, slot-loading SuperDrive, one FireWire 400 port, two USB 2.0 ports, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11g, Gigabit Ethernet, iSight built-in camera, MagSafe power adapter and remote control. Compared to the MacBook Pro, it lacks the Mobility Radeon X1600 discrete GPU, replaced by a 64 MB Intel GMA950 core with Mini-DVI output. Prices vary from USD 1,099 to USD 1,499.
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| Working Group Reproves 802.11n Draft |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: May 2, 2006 - 7:13 PM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.ieee802.org/11 |
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The IEEE 802.11 Working Group reproved draft 1.0 of the 802.11n wireless standard in today’s vote. Just 46.6% of the electorate thought it was ready to move to the next step while a 75% majority was needed. Members will now address reported problems, such as with interoperability, on a 2.0 version. The new 802.11n, to be finalized this year, is expected to allow speeds of up to 600 Mbps.
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| Apple Launches 17-inch MacBook Pro |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: April 24, 2006 - 2:41 PM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.apple.com/macbookpro |
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As anticipated, Apple today launched its new 17-inch MacBook Pro, powered by a 2.16 GHz Core Duo processor. The company claims that it is five times faster than the PowerBook G4. Other specs include 1 GB of DDR2-667 memory, Mobility Radeon X1600 GPU with 256 MB of GDDR3 and 120 GB hard drive. The notebook comes with an 8x SuperDrive, built-in iSight camera, infrared remote and AirPort Extreme and Bluetooth wireless connections. Retail price is USD 2,800.
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| Nvidia Launches GeForce Go 7900 GPUs |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: April 18, 2006 - 12:02 PM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.nvidia.com/page/mobile.html |
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Nvidia has officially launched two mobile versions of its flagship GPU series. The GeForce Go 7900 GS and GTX pack known technologies such as Shader Model 3.0, high dynamic range (HDR) and PureVideo H.264 hardware acceleration. The GTX model offers 38.4 GB/s memory bandwidth and 12 billion pixels per second fill rate while the GS is limited to 32 GB/s and 7.5 billion. The chips are initially available in Dell and Toshiba notebooks.
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| ASUS’ Lambo Notebook Final Specs |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: April 13, 2006 - 3:38 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.asus.com/news_show.aspx?id=2797 |
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ASUS this week unveiled the final specifications of its Lamborghini VX1 notebook. The machine, to be available later this month, will feature a 2 GHz Core Duo T2500 processor, GeForce Go 7400 GPU with 256 MB (up to 512 MB through TurboCache), 1 GB of DDR2-667 memory, 120 GB hard drive and dual-layer DVD-RW unit. It also packs 802.11a/b/g and Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity. The VX1 has a 15-inch 1,400x1,050 SXGA display and promises extended battery life thanks to ASUS‘ proprietary Power4 Gear+ power management tool. Priced at 2,800 euros, or around USD 3,400, the notebook will be sold in black or yellow through regular retailers and Lamborghini’s online shop.
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| Nvidia releases three mobile Quadro FX |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: March 31, 2006 - 9:16 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.nvidia.com/page/quadrofx_go.html |
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Nvidia this week launched three Quadro FX GPUs aimed at mobile workstations. The 350M, 1500M and 2500M all support Shader Model 3.0, but differ in power consumption and memory specs. The first, targeted at thin and light machines, takes 15 W and supports up to 256 MB of GDDR2 at 800 MHz through a 64-bit interface. The 1500M uses 45 W and holds up to 256 MB of GDDR3 at 1 GHz, while the 2500 M consumes a whopping 100 W and supports up to 512 MB at 1.2 GHz. Both use 256-bit interface. The three GPUs support VGA, DVI and TV-Out, but the 350M is not capable of high definition output.
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| Gateway notebooks feature new CPU |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: March 30, 2006 - 2:36 PM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.gateway.com |
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Gateway has announced two new lines of ultraportable notebooks: the NX100X, aimed at home users, and the E-100M, which caters to businesses. Both feature 12.1-inch WXGA screen, 512 MB of DDR2 memory, 40 GB hard drive, built-in 5-in-1 card reader, two USB ports, one FireWire and, most interestingly, a yet unannounced ultra low voltage U1300 Core Solo processor. The 1.06 GHz chip, as well as the 1.2 GHz U1400 model, is expected to be officially released by Intel on April 16. The notebooks will start at USD 1,399.
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| AMD’s PIC computer hits US market |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: October 4, 2005 - 9:03 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.amd.com/us-en/ConnectivitySolutions/ProductInformation/0,,5... |
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US consumers now can also buy AMD’s Personal Internet Communicator (PIC), originally created to help poor people connect to the Internet in underdeveloped countries, such as India, Brazil, Mexico and Jamaica. It consists of a sealed fanless box based on a Geode chip and Windows CE. The PIC also includes an HD, USB ports, modem, headphone/microphone jacks, mouse and keyboard, but has no monitor. The equipment is sold through Radio Shack for USD 299.
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| Gigabyte enters GSM phone market |
| Author: Rodrigo Chia |
Date: May 11, 2005 - 10:29 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.digitimes.com/telecom/a20050511A5022.html |
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DigiTimes reports that Gigabyte’s Communications subsidiary will launch its first own-brand GSM mobile handset in July. Company president Stanley Jenq told the site that the device will have self-developed content and software engine, a built-in 1.3-megapixel camera and MP3 support. The handsets will be sold only in Taiwan through the parent company’s sales channel.
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| World's First CDMA DVB-H Cell Phone |
| Author: Gabriel Torres |
Date: March 24, 2005 - 7:20 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.samsung.com/PressCenter/PressRelease/PressRelease.asp?seq=2... |
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Samsung displayed during CTIA 2005 trade show in New Orleans, Louisiana last week world's first DVB-H cell phone based on CDMA technology. DVB-H stands for Digital Video Broadcast - Handheld and allows user to have access to interactive mobile televion on the cell phone. This new phone uses an updated IPD (Internet Protocol Datacast) functionality.
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