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The World's First Hybrid Storage Netbook

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The U115 Hybrid is the very first netbook computer in the world that is capable of operating both SSD and HDD simultaneously, combining all the features of SSD and HDD. The U115 Hybrid functions primarily with the SSD system, offering a reliable, shock-absorbent, and speedy operating environment. The SSD can be chosen to boot Windows, while the hard drive can be used for file storage. Specification: - Intel Atom Processor Z530 (1.60GHz) - Intel Poulsbo US15W Chipset - Up to 2GB DDR2 533MHz RAM - 10" Widescreen LCD (1024x600 resolution) - 16GB SSD and 160GB HDD - 2.0MP Webcam - 4 in 1 Card Reader - 802.11b/g/n Wireless, Bluetooth - Windows XP Home Operating System [Via PC Launches] Visit the site...

Samsung's NC20 Netbook, Successor to the NC10

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Samsung's NC10 netbook has barely been out long enough to get a footing in the market, and already we're learning of its natural successor. The NC20 will reportedly hit the ground running in February, and with it will come a 1.3GHz VIA Nano U225 processor, a 12.1-inch display, 160GB hard drive, 1GB of RAM, Bluetooth 2.0, 802.11b/g WiFi, Ethernet, a 3-in-1 card reader and a 1.3-megapixel camera. The 3.3-pound machine is expected to launch at around $642. [via Engadget] Visit the Site HERE...

Lenovo Updated W700 with 10.6-in Second Display

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The new IBM ThinkPad W700 has an integrated secondary display. Foldable, 10.6 inches of it, with 768 x 1,280 pixels and LED backlight. The feature list is absolutely impressive: • Intel® Core 2 Duo, Core 2 Extreme, and Core 2 Quad Core Q9100 processors • Main 17-inch 1,920 x 1,200 display, CCFL backlight • NVIDIA Quadro Express graphics technology • Intel Turbo Memory 4GB module support • 4 GB memory DIMM • Integrated color calibration • Wacom onboard palm rest digitizer and pen • Integrated 10.6-inch 768 x 1,280 secondary display, LED backlight • 64 GB solid state drive • DisplayPort • Dual Link DVI • Integrated camera • Dual RAID HDD high-speed storage (250GB max, one could be 64GB SSD) • Wireless LAN Intel WiFi Link 5300 • ThinkVantage® technologies • Trusted ThinkPad layered security [ via Gizmodo] Visit the site HERE...

Lenovo IdeaPad S9 Now Available

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Lenovo IdeaPad S9 Select online retailers in the United States have started to offer the Lenovo IdeaPad S9, a new 8.9-inch netbook. Geeks.com and Buy.com sell a 2.4-pound S9 model with the Intel Atom N270 processor at 1.6GHz, GMA 950 graphics, 512MB of DDR2 memory, a 4GB solid state drive, and Linpus Linux Lite operating system. The LED-backlit display has a resolution of 1024Å~600 pixels. Other features of the IdeaPad S9 include a 0.3-megapixel web camera, stereo speakers, 802.11 b/g Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, Ethernet LAN, two USB ports, an ExpressCard slot, 4-in-1 media card reader, and a VGA output. The netbook is priced at $344.99 and $359.46 at Geeks and Buy. The previously released 10.2-inch IdeaPad S10 starts at $349. The basic configuration has 512MB of RAM, an 80GB hard drive, and Windows XP Home OS. [via Laptoping] Visit the site here...

Toshiba Qosmio GX, FX and SpursEngine G50

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There are two extremes in the laptop world: the ultraportable systems that try to keep weight to a minimum and can offer incredible battery life, and the multimedia entertainment or games-focused beasts that act as desktop-replacements. A few days ago we took a look at one of Toshiba's more portable 13.3in notebooks, the Portégé M800. This time around we're bringing you its largest sibling in the form of the Qosmio G50, packing a whopping 18.4in display. The GX / FX models boast a 2.4GHz Core 2 Duo P8600 CPU, NVIDIA's GeForce 9600M GT, 4GB of RAM and a 320GB hard drive. As for the G50, you'll find most of the same specs, though the inclusion of a SpursEngine graphics system, an extra 250GB hard drive, a digital TV tuner, four USB ports, an eSATA socket, 1.3-megapixel camera, a fingerprint sensor and a dual-layer DVD burner makes it a touch more special. As for pricing on these three, expect 'em to cost between ¥210,000 ($2,327) and ¥340,000 ($3,767), and we're t

Ericsson and Intel Protect Laptops from Theft

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Ericsson collaborating with Intel to ensure that Ericsson's Mobile Broadband Modules are interoperable with Intel® Anti-Theft PC Protection Technology for notebooks to offer a secure and reliable anti-theft solution for mobile broadband users. The collaboration addresses solutions to minimize the negative consequences when notebooks are lost or stolen, and in conjunction independent encryption software when sensitive data is lost while on-the-go and to prevent unwanted data intrusion. The need for taking the profit out of stealing laptops and protecting sensitive and important information continues to grow with the increased popularity of mobile broadband notebooks. Theft or loss of notebooks can have enormous financial consequences for both consumers and enterprise users, especially when sensitive data on the notebook is lost or obtained by unauthorized persons. Through this collaboration between Ericsson and Intel, a theft management service residing in the network can send a mes

Wool Sleeves for Notebook

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Do you have a mini notebook computer? If yes, then you might enjoy dressing it up in one of these unique laptop sleeves introduced by the design company House of Adeline. The Wool Felt Mini Laptop Sleeves coming in cottage red and charcoal grey with black corduroy lining, elastic strips and black wooden buttons set on the back, fit the most popular mini notebook computers, such as models from Asus, Dell and MSI. You can place your mini notebook computers inside the sleeves and carry them under your arms or insert it in a larger bag for extra protection during long trips. The Wool Felt Mini Laptop Sleeves are available for purchase at a price of $49. Visit the site here ...

Joybook Lite U101 from BenQ

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BenQ decided to launch its own Atom-powered netbook this weekend during the IT Month in Taiwan and it's called the Joybook Lite U101. At first glance the Joybook Lite U101 might not seem that different to every other model already out there, but BenQ is the first to offer a 16:9 display on a netbook. The rest of the specs are fairly standard for netbooks these days, an Atom N270 CPU, Intel 945GSE chipset, 1GB of DDR2 memory (512MB for Linux versions), a range of hard drive options including 80-160GB mechanical drives, as well as 4-16GB SSD options. Other features include built-in 802.11b/g WiFi, Bluetooth 2.0 with EDR, 10/100Mbit Ethernet, a 1.3Megapixel Webcam, a 4-in-1 memory card reader, a D-sub connector, three USB 2.0 ports and a headphone and mic jack. The Joybook Lite U101 weighs in at 1.1kg and measures 258x189x32mm (WxHxD) For price €398 (US$503/£331) you get a model with 1GB of RAM, a 160GB hard drive and Windows XP Home, as well as a 3-cell battery that BenQ claims will