Archive for the 'Laptop' Category
Google still isn’t saying publicly that they’re going to deploy Android as a desktop Linux, but HP, ASUS, and other major computer makers are apparently in talks with the company about deploying Android on netbooks
According to a Wall Street Journal report, Satjiv Chahil, a vice president in HP’s PC division, declined to comment on whether the world’s largest PC maker will sell either netbooks or smartphones running Android but confirmed that HP is “studying” the free operating system.
We already know that Android will work as a desktop operating system, because it’s already been done. And, it was done not by some hackers whose second language is C++, but by a pair of journalists. If we can do it, anyone can do it.
When you’re strapped for cash for a can’t-avoid-it purchase, sometimes it’s worth sacrificing a few frills. We zeroed in on a desktop, a laptop, an inkjet printer, a camera, and an HDTV. Each represents a great value in its category.
The last quarter numbers from Microsoft are out and it’s not looking very good. As such, Microsoft has announced it will lay off 5,000 workers in the next 18 months including the 1,800 it sent out the door earlier today.
This laptop is on my wish list of my “wanna have as soon as possible” gadgets.
HP and MTV introduce the first consumer-designed notebook PC with an HP Imprint finish that redefines personal expression. For those who want rich digital entertainment capability coupled with leading-Edge mobile performance, communication features and definitive style, the HP Pavilion DV2890NR Artist Edition Notebook PC delivers! This 5.5-pound light notebook combines the advantages of a portable entertainment player and a high-performance notebook PC. The DV2890NR has Intel Core 2 Duo technology with 3GB of RAM enables you to use multiple demanding applications, such as photo editing, DVD burning and playing a game, at the same time. Chat face to face or take pictures and video clips using the HP Webcam and Microphone. And control content from up to 10 feet away with the HP Mobile Remote Control that can be stored in the ExpressCard slot for convenience. Create custom laser-etched disc labels right in the drive for a personal or professional finish with LightScribe Technology. This light notebook exists at the intersection of computing and entertainment with its 14.1″ High-Definition BrightView widescreen display, innovative entertainment features and fresh design. 14.1 diagonal WXGA (1280 x 800) BrightView Widescreen Display Built-in Webcam and Microphone NVidia Geforce 8400M GS with 128MB Dedicated Graphics Memory, with up to 1407MB Shared LightScribe SuperMulti 8x DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer Intel PRO/Wireless 4965 802.11A/B/G/N 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter - MMC, SD, MS, MS Pro, xD ExpressCard 54/34 Slot 2 x USB 2.0, 2 x Headphone out; Microphone-in, HDMI, VGA, TV-Out (S-Video), IEEE-1394, RJ-11 (Modem), RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 13.15 (L) x 9.33 (W) x 1.54 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 5.59 pounds
Astone UMPC Laptop SPECIFICATIONS:
Processor: VIA C7-M ULV 1.2Ghz (FSB400) on-board
Chipset: VX700
Graphics: integrated VX700
Audio: VT1708A, with 2 internal 1.5W built-in speaker
Memory: 1GB DDR 667
HDD: 30GB (1.8″ HDD)
OS: Open OS (Yes, you can install Windows XP!)
Monitor: 7″ LCD Touch Screen with Handwriting capability, WVGA 800×400
LAN: 10 Base-T/100 Base TX LAN
Bluetooth: Yes, USB interface
Modem: none
Wireless LAN: Yes, IEEE 802.11b/g, USB 2.0 mini card
Battery: 4-cell 2200mAh
I/O: DVi-I, USB 2x, mic-in/Array Mic 1x, Headphone out/Line-out 1x, RJ45 1x
Webcam: Yes, built-in 0.3MP Camera
Card Reader: Yes, 4-in-1 (for SD, MMC, MS, MS Pro)
Dimension: 9.1″ x 6.7″ x 1.16″ (230×171x29.4mm)
Weight: 0.97kg
The free Linux operating system handles big tasks like running supercomputers and ATMs. Now Linux has a chance to finally crack Microsoft Corp.’s hold on computing’s most visible domain — mainstream PCs — because of the rise of innovative, inexpensive machines.
SAN FRANCISCO — Steven P. Jobs, Apple’s chief executive, took several big gambles Tuesday, betting that he could repeat his success in selling digital music by persuading Hollywood to allow Apple to rent digital movies, while at the same time returning to his original Macintosh roots with an elegant — but limited — ultralight computer called the MacBook Air.