Posts in Notebooks
Fujitsu Core 2 Duo notebooks
Darius Chang | Oct 30, 2006
The Japanese manufacturer is getting on with the times by refreshing its portable lineup to the latest Core 2 Duo platform.
These machines are touted as Windows Vista compatible. Consumers who purchase these systems can be assured that once the latest version of Microsoft's operating system becomes available, Fujitsu will upgrade the machines via its Express Upgrade to Windows Vista Program. A list of the new models is given below:
The LifeBook E8210, S6311 and N6420 will be on sale from November 2006, while the retail launch dates of the other models have yet to be confirmed.
MacBook Pro gets Core 2 Duo
Darius Chang | Oct 25, 2006
The notebooks with an aluminum chassis has just been bumped up to the Core 2 Duo platform at no additional increase in price.
For the 15.4-inch MacBook Pro, there is a choice between a Core 2 Duo 2.16GHz or 2.33GHz chip, while the 17-inch model starts off with the top-of-the-line 2.33GHz Core 2 Duo processor. In addition, there's also a speedy FireWire 800 port.
According to Apple, the 2.33GHz Core 2 Duo chip is up to 39 percent faster than the previous 2.16GHz Intel Core Duo processor and seven times faster than the older PowerBook G4 laptop with a 1.67GHz IBM PowerPC processor.
ASUS gets busy
Darius Chang | Oct 20, 2006
It has been a busy week for the Taiwanese company which has refreshed two notebook models while launching its tablet PC and UMPC (Ultra Mobile PC).
The Lamborghini VX1 and W5F has been given a Core 2 Duo makeover. The latest dual-core processor from Intel claims to boost performance by 20 percent over its Core Duo predecessor while also adding 64-bit computing capability.
Adding to its lineup are the R1F tablet PC and R2H UMPC. The former is a convertible which sports a 13.3-inch display (which may be a first in tablet PCs) and keyboard. Using a Core 2 Duo processor, it seems to be targeting the business user with its fingerprint sensor, TPM (Trust Platform Module) security chip and hot-swappable optical drive.
The R2H, like the Samsung Q1, is a 7-inch portable PC with the form factor of a personal media player. It also shares other similarities like a Celeron processor and a built-in Webcam. Unique to this machine is an integrated GPS unit that allows it to act as a personal navigation device.
Sony recalls notebook batteries
Darius Chang | Oct 18, 2006
After a global exchange of its notebook batteries made for other vendors, Sony is recalling power cells in its own laptop line.
According to reports, the exchange program is currently limited to VAIOs sold within Japan and China even as Sony is considering expanding the recall to other countries. The power cells affected are models VGP-BPS2B and VGP-BPS3A, which are used in the VAIO AR, FE, FS, SZ and T series. According to the Japanese manufacturer, around 90,000 cells will be affected.
Notebook with dual LCDs
Darius Chang | Oct 06, 2006
Will the notebook of the future follow the dual-LCD display setup like mobile phones? The first such prototype, the ASUS W5Fe, may revolutionize show we see laptops in the future.
Former Intel CEO Craig Barret had once said that laptops of the future would come with two screens in 2003, and now that day may come sooner than expected with a new series of notebooks codenamed "Newport". The additional LCD panel on the cover displays more than just system status. It could be used to scan emails, access a calendar, check network connections and monitor downloads without having to boot up the laptop. The ASUS prototype even ups the ante by including a power switch, four-way directional pad with central selector button, and menu button for choosing which task you want to perform. We'll keep two eyes out when dual-LCD laptops finally hits the streets.
Crave is...
The name says it all. Crave is our new blog about cool gadgets and other crushworthy stuff.
Drop us an email if you have tips or suggestions.
Crave for...
» Mobile Phones (968)
» Digital Cameras (567)
» Notebooks (697)
» PC & Peripherals (760)
» Handhelds (355)
» Printers (50)
» Home AV (649)
» Music & Play (533)
» Gadgets (1196)
» Future Tech (244)
Previously...
Copyright © 2008 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.
