LG unveils new Xnote Ultralight CULV notebook, then accidentally reveals HDTV plans for 2010

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The sexy little laptop you see above is South Korean manufacturer LG’s latest tantalizing notebook on offer: the XNote Ultralight. It looks gorgeous.
What we’re looking at is an 11.6-inch ultraportable, running on a CULV battery but with the upgrade to go full Core2 Duo available. Otherwise, it ships with 2GB of RAM, a 320GB or 500GB hard drive, a couple of USB 2.0 ports and 802.11-n WiFi connectivity. The LG Xnote Ultralight starts around $1000 USD, but it’s Korea-only right now, so if you’re interested in this Windows 7 based machine, you’ll need to import for the time being.
It’s not exactly a laptop I’m tempted to buy, but I do find it an attractively designed machine. Unfortunately, the specs and the price make this not particularly competitive with most netbooks which cost half as much.
In other LG news, the Korean manufacturers accidentally leaked a Google Docs spreadsheet explaining their display plans for the year. The displays they showcased at CES are coming out next month, along with their new 3D-line up compatible with 3D Blu-Ray in May.
LG is also looking to roll-out their Skype-capable HDTVs, as well as their own webcam accessory in the coming months. The spreadsheet also references the forthcoming 47-inch LEX8 and LEX9 models, which are only a quarter of an inch thick.
It’s not earth shaking news, surely, but LG does great work on their HDTV line-up, and with semi-official word that new models are coming, that’s reason enough to consider delaying your next television purchase accordingly… especially if you have visions of a 3D Avatar home theater experience in your future.

Sony VAIO VGN-FW510F/H Review

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The Sony VAIO VGN-FW510F/H 16.4-inch notebook Windows 7 Home Premium features will reduce powered by the 2.2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T6600 processor, the speed increases electricity and saves battery life. It also offers a fast 800 MHz front-side bus speed and 2 MB L2 cache.

It also includes Intel 5100AGN wireless LAN, which will connect to 802.11n routers and offers compatibility with 802.11a b/g/n networks as well as design. And you can wireless headphones for video chats and stream music to compatible speakers with the embedded Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity to use (with the music streaming A2DP) profile.

Make your own movies to synchronize with the innovative dual-layer DVD±RW drive (with CD-burning capabilities) and included Sony Movie Story software, you simply choose the supplied template and professional-looking cuts, fades and soundtrack done automatically for you. And with the HDMI A V output, you can show the VAIO FW with a compatible HDTV connection to your work to a wider audience.

You will be able to (practically) every requirement with tackle graphics ATI Mobility Radeon HD4650 graphics card and 512 MB of video RAM (up to 2280 MB total available memory. An integrated 1.3-megapixel webcam with built-in microphone you connect to video conferences, and make long-distance VoIP calls. Other features include a 500 GB hard drive (5400 rpm), 4 GB of installed RAM (8 GB), ExpressCard 34 slot, Gigabit Ethernet, and both Memory Stick and SD card reader.

Asus Eee PC Seashell 1005HA-PU17-BK Review

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Is the Asus Eee PC Seashell 1005HA-PU17-BK for you if?
Let the address of the few major differences at the front. This machine sells for $ 399 at the moment, but you can expect it to be cheaper in the end than the $ 499 1008HA-PU17-BK. The reason? The Asus Eee PC 1005HA-PU17-BK Seashell not try to sneak their way into a brown envelope – it is a bit thicker.

This is mainly because it has the Asus Eee PC 1005HA-PU17-BK Seashell the VGA connector on the back page instead of the refined space-saving dongle, the slimmed 1008HA. Also gone: the little flaps for all, the “Sprout ugly” ports around the machine. The fashion-conscious computer users may still prefer the lines 1008HA, but in all other aspects of the 1005HA is doing his best to remain essentially the same machine.

The other major Changeup from 1008HA: a six-cell battery, with which you are guaranteed a long enough battery life. In our lab tests we have found that hanging the machine for 8 hours, 11 minutes. Not too shabby – even for a long journey.

 According to the glossy black Asus Eee PC 1005HA-PU17-BK Seashell the outside – that is certain to all sorts of unwanted spots to win – are current netbook offal and the standard loading ports. You need to know ‘em by heart at this time, you expect me, an Intel Atom N280 CPU, 1GB RAM, 160GB hard drive, Bluetooth and 802.11n Wi-Fi run the show. How does it do this? It falls directly into the zone for netbooks. Scoring a little on the high side, it ranks 38 in PC WorldBench tests (on average still hovers around 35). Thus it appears that you are full of your basic office documents and web surfing needs met.

Lining the outside of the Asus Eee PC 1005HA-PU17-BK Seashell, the usual retinue of connection options: an Ethernet connection, three USB ports, an SD card reader, and headphone and microphone. There is nothing shocking.

The keyboard is 92 percent full-size, with a good layout, and it feels great and comfortable. The keys are firm and large enough to easily Art Even the metallic mouse button bar is pretty safe – and we especially like the treatment Asus’ of the touchpad.

Rather than trim with dainty or any other material to indicate that it contains within the strike zone is, this model, the small bumps as 1008. The only difference is, the Asus Eee PC 1005HA-PU17-BK Seashell chooses down the Divots, it is a bit weaker when touched. And for some it might be a hair tougher demanding, where the touch pad ends and the palm rest. No big deal – just a personal preference thing.

As for the 10.1in screen, it looks so clear and crisp in its native resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels resolution. (You can set higher standards in an emulated mode.) Pop-color display if the slope at just the right angle – as with most laptops and netbooks. Also, as a rule, the screen is the glossy coating, you can squint when you try to see him in broad daylight.

The other major features in the game, here in the form of power will change mode (accessible via the function key and tap the spacebar) and a software suite that sits on your desktop. The software suite consists of an Asus download store (a portal for free apps would be handy) and access to a free 10 GB online storage, and synchronization of data and rapid applets to general users, increase the font sizes or colors quickly To calibrate a focused image.

HP Pavilion DV6-1354US Review

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Since the introduction of this model, the HP Pavilion DV6-1354US is one of the best-selling 15.6-inch laptop models on the market, thanks to its excellent design, high-volume and a good set of data. This is a full-size and full-featured laptop that is designed to manage a variety of light and moderate processing power tasks, whether it’s for work or for play.

Basic Specs
For processing power, makes the HP Pavilion 1354US-DV6 using an Intel Core 2 Duo T6600 processor (2.2 GHz). It also comes with 4GB of DDR3 RAM and a 500GB hard drive. For the display, it returns the 15.6-inch HD screen (LED lights, 1366 x 768 resolution). Then there is the 8-speed DVD drive (with LightScribe function), 1000GBN Wi-Fi link, Altec Lansing speakers for audio and the new Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit operating system.

Connectivity
For connectivity, the HP Pavilion DV6-1354US with 4 USB ports, an HDMI output, VGA port, IR remote control receiver, audio outputs and a 5-in-1 memory card reader. The laptop model also comes with a small remote control for multimedia controls.


Battery Life
The 15.6-inch model has a 6-cell lithium-ion battery. The battery can) last nearly four hours on a full charge (on regular use.

Design and size
The laptop weighs 6.34 kilograms and measures approximately 14.9 x 10.15 x 1.4 cm in size. Given its size, it would serve as a great desktop replacement model, or if you use your laptop with you even have to bear in a while.
Value for money
The 15.6-inch Compaq Presario 1354US-DV6 retail is around $ 699 per unit at the time of writing. In view of the many functions and the set of strong data, this is a great price for a laptop for this class!

ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-PU17-BK Review

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Asus is known for its exclusive Eee PC and this new Eee PC 1005PE-PU17-BK known is the latest addition to its netbook lineup. It is the latest Intel Atom N450 processor and is on its previous successful notebook Seashell 1005HA that we reviewed previously built. The new processor makes the device to run 14 hours, as modified on the data sheet of the netbook. Let us some other details of the device and decide whether it is not worth a buy or.

Performance
The new Intel Atom N450 is a powerful animal, but in almost the same processing capacity as the joint N270 or N280 processor. But the difference is because it uses the Intel GMA 3150 graphics, while the older Atom 280 processors with the Intel GMA 950 graphics card has been inserted. The system is a little bit better position, things like HD video, or an occasional meeting or vision, etc. Do not try to handle a high def 3-D game play in this unit or you are destined for disappointment. The 1 GB SDRAM is good enough for normal everyday tasks, and the 250 GB hard drive is enough for all your favorite music and videos and all the others, what to save.

Display
The display is a standard 1024 X 600 pixel display measuring 10.1 inches diagonally. The screen is a bright one, a very good brightness and contrast is with live colors, but, as usual, it suffers from reflections and glare in bright light conditions. When it comes to viewing angle of the display, I would say that the vertical viewing angles are fairly average, and the horizontal ones just a little bit better. You do not need to worry about, as you will not see an HD movie in this netbook with a few friends.
Audio
We were impressed with the sound quality, however, especially considering the average quality of the budget netbook speakers. The speakers sounded very good, even at high volume without distortion. The high and midrange sound was very good and it is obviously not a bass without a separate subwoofer, do not hear about the 1005PE-PU17-BK. A good headset for the music lovers, as always, is recommended.

Ports
It has VGA out, USB port, Security lock slot and power jack on the left side and a 4 – in – 1 card reader, headphone and microphone jack and two more USB port and an Ethernet connector needed at the right side. It is not missing any important slot but not yet advanced connections such as Firewire or HDMI port. But the port selection should be more than enough for normal use.
Battery
The new processor is the biggest advantage of better battery life. In our tests, we have a large 12-hour period with little or no use of our will to break all previous records. With the heavy workload, you can expect 1005PE-PU17-BK to run at least 8 hours, this is not a joke by all means.

Conclusion
If you want an animal power, this is not the laptop for you, but if you have a sleep mode, there is no better laptop than this. With its stellar battery life and good overall properties and the build quality is definitely a good laptop for those who will use it for normal everyday use of energy sources for quite some time

Dell Releases Adamo XPS: World’s Thinnest Laptop

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Dell officially launched the Adamo XPS, the highest-end version of its designer ultra portable. Dell says it expects to “begin taking orders and shipping the Adamo XPS in time for the holidays.” The ultra thin luxury laptop starts at $1,799.

The system is championed as the thinnest notebook ever and measures just 0.39 inches at its thickest point. Dell accomplishes the feat by tucking most of the computer components into the display section and relying on

a unique hinge that opens underneath and acts as a built-in prop . In spite of its slimness, the notebook still has a removable battery, two USB ports and DisplayPort output but also weighs slightly more than its MacBook Air rival at 3.2 pounds.

When fully opened, the keyboard sits at maybe a 20-degree angle. It’s an unusual setup, but one that provides a more ergonomic typing experience than the average flat laptop keyboard. We also liked the keyboard’s metal keys and the reasonably large touchpad.

Apple MacBook Pro MB991LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop

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Featuring a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, the MacBook Pro is thinner and lighter than its predecessor as well as stronger and more durable. But Apple didn't stop innovating with the body's design. The MacBook Pro also includes a new 13-inch, LED-backlit glass display (instead of an LCD panel) as well as a glass trackpad that doesn't include a button (for larger tracking area) that features Apple's Multi-Touch technology.

This 13-inch MacBook Pro (model MB991LL/A) also now includes Apple's innovative built-in notebook battery for up to 7 hours of wireless productivity on a single charge without adding thickness, weight or cost. Using Adaptive Charging and advanced chemistry first introduced with the 17-inch MacBook Pro the built-in battery delivers up to 1000 recharges before it reaches 80 percent of its original capacity--nearly three times the lifespan of conventional batteries.
Under the hood, the MacBook Pro is powered by a powerful 2.53 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor (with 3 MB L2 cache and 1066 MHz front-side bus), which runs applications faster and more efficiently as well as helps to reduce power requirements and save on battery life. And video is powered by the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics processor, which provides an outstanding everyday graphics experience with up to a 5x performance boost.
Other hardware features include a 250 GB hard drive, 4 GB of installed RAM (which can be upgraded to 8 GB), an 8x combo Superdrive (for burning dual-layer DVDs as well as CDs), built-in Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed networking, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), FireWire 800 port, Mini DisplayPort video output (for DVI and VGA connections), and a Secure Digital card slot for easy access to digital photos and audio stored on SD and MMC memory cards.

It comes pre-loaded with Apple's Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard operating system--an operating system custom-designed for the advanced technology inside--and it also comes with the iLife '09 suite of applications, including iPhoto, iMovie, Garageband, and iTunes.

The Unibody MacBook Pro Design
Traditionally notebooks are made from multiple parts. With the MacBook Pro all of those parts with just one part--the breakthrough unibody enclosure. Every MacBook Pro starts its life as a single block of aluminum, which is precisely machined into the basic unibody design. Another pass and the unibody takes shape. Another, and the integrated keyboard emerges. When you pick up a new MacBook Pro, you immediately notice the entire enclosure is thinner and lighter. And it feels strong and durable--perfect for life inside (and outside) your briefcase or backpack.

Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
Experience improved energy efficiency, expanded wireless connectivity, and amazing battery life with the 2.53 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, which has a super-fast 1066 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and an large 3 MB L2 cache. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system's performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)
The hafnium-infused circuitry--which reduces electrical current leakage in transistors--conserves even more energy, giving you more time away from the wall outlet. With 3 MB of shared L2 cache, data and instructions can be kept close to the two processor cores, greatly increasing performance and allowing the entire system to work more efficiently. And, because the processor cores share the L2 cache, either can use the entire amount if the other happens to be idle.

Video Processing & Output
The MacBook Pro delivers both powerful graphics performance and long battery life via the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics processor, which provides an outstanding everyday graphics experience with up to a 5x performance boost. Power your way through the latest 3D games--including Call of Duty and Quake--and enjoy improved graphics performance with iWork '09, iLife '09, and everything you do in Mac OS X. The power-saving NVIDIA integrated graphics processor also keeps you up and running throughout the day, with up to 7 hours of battery life.
The MacBook Pro includes a next generation Mini DisplayPort, which delivers a pure digital signal that can drive up to a 30-inch widescreen display. The Mini DisplayPort is ultra-compact at just 10 percent the size of a full DVI connector, and is compatible with Apple's 24-inch Cinema Display. Adapters are also available for using VGA, DVI/HDMI and Dual-Link DVI displays

Hard Drive and Memory
The 250 GB Serial-ATA (SATA) hard drive (5400 RPM) quickens the pace with a higher speed transfer of data--akin to USB 2.0. The 4 GB of PC3-8500 DDR3 RAM (two SO-DIMMs of 1024 MB) has an industry-leading 1066 MHz speed, and the RAM capacity can be increased to 8 GB.

Wireless Connectivity
The built-in 802.11n wireless networking provides up to five times the performance and twice the range of 802.11g, but it's also backward-compatible with 802.11a/b/g routers, enabling you to communicate with the a wide variety of Wi-Fi resources. It works seamlessly with the new AirPort Extreme with 802.11n. Use the built-in Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to your PDA or cell phone, synchronize addresses, or download pictures from your cell phone. You can also use a wireless headset for iChat audio chats and VoIP calls as well as quickly share files with a colleague.

Video Conferencing with Built-in iSight
Artfully placed in the glass display is an iSight camera, which enables easy video conferencing as well as allows you to snap pictures of yourself and create video podcasts. Using the iChat AV application, video conferencing is integrated into your iChat buddy list, so initiating a video conference is a breeze. iChat also lets you hold audio chats with up to 10 people and provides high-quality audio compression and full-duplex sound so conversation can flow naturally. For video podcasting, you can record a short clip using the iSight camera, then use iWeb to create a video blog entry or post your GarageBand-recorded podcast.

Other Features

* Two USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps), one FireWire 800 (up to 800 Mbps), SD card slot
* Mini DisplayPort compatible with DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI connectors (all optional)
* Dual display and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors
* 8x slot-loading SuperDrive with the following write speeds: 8x DVD±R; 4x DVD±R DL (double layer); 4x DVD±RW; 24x CD-R; 10x CD-RW
* Built-in full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted "T" arrangement)
* Internal omnidirectional microphone and built-in speakers
* Combined optical digital output/headphone out with selectable analog audio line in (minijack)
* Kensington lock slot
* Measures 12.78 x 8.94 x 0.95 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 4.5 pounds (including battery)

Installed software

* Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard (includes Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces, Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth, Front Row, Xcode Developer Tools)
* iLife '09 (includes iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, iWeb, iDVD)

What's in the Box

MacBook Pro, display cleaning cloth, 60W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, power cord, install/restore DVDs, printed and electronic documentation
Product Description
MacBook Pro brings high performance and precision design to everyone. Every new MacBook Pro features a breakthrough, long-lasting battery that delivers up to 7 hours of wireless productivity on a single charge and can be recharged up to 1000 times—nearly three times the lifespan of typical notebook batteries. The new LED-backlit display has a 60 percent greater color gamut than that of previous generations, giving you richer, more vibrant colors. Every MacBook Pro features the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics processor, which provides an outstanding graphics experience for everyday tasks. Power your way through the latest 3D games—including Call of Duty and Quake—and enjoy improved graphics performance with iWork, iLife, and everything you do in Mac OS X. And with the latest 2.53GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, it’s the most powerful Mac notebook ever. All in a precision aluminum unibody enclosure that’s less than an inch thin.

Toshiba launches new laptop “Trade-In” Scheme

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If you are thinking to get rid of your old Tecra 8200 you might be interested in the following news. Earlier this month Toshiba has announced the launch of a new “Trade-In” programme describing it as “an initiative designed to help consumers offset the cost of buying a new laptop whilst ensuring that their old laptop is disposed of in an environmentally sustainable way”.

When purchasing a new Toshiba Windows 7 laptop, consumers are offered up to £150 cashback in return for their old laptop depending on its condition and technical specifications. Before you buy a new computer you can use Toshiba’s Trade-In website to get the price of your current computer calculated. For example, for an old Toshiba Tecra 9000 in good condition the qoute is £50 while if selecting higher specification laptop such as Satellite P30-133 or HP Compaq 615, Toshiba is offering up to £570.
After visiting the webside for valuation you go ahead with the trade-in, will see their laptop collected by Toshiba’s partner Tier 1 Asset Management who will pay out – assuming all is good with the device – within 10 days.
The Toshiba Trade-In programme is live now over at www.toshiba.co.uk/tradein and will run until 31 January 2010.