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Toshiba debuts Android-powered Folio 100 tablet

computermonger2 — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:36:49 +0000

Toshiba debuts Android-powered Folio 100 tablet PC.

via Toshiba debuts Android-powered Folio 100 tablet | Deep Tech – CNET News.

MSI 870A Fuzion Power Edition Mainboard

computermonger2 — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:14:14 +0000

MSI has released the 870A Fuzion Power Edition mainboard that features AMD 870 and SB850 chipset and support for AMD’s full line of Phenom II, Athlon II, and Sempron processors in Socket AM3, including the 140W high-consumption Phenom II X6 series.

via MSI Global – Computer, Laptop, Notebook, Desktop, Mainboard, Graphics and more.

MSI IPC Launches WindBOX III

computermonger2 — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:12:33 +0000

MSI IPC has launched WindBOX III with Intel Core 2 Duo for Fanless System.

via MSI Global – Computer, Laptop, Notebook, Desktop, Mainboard, Graphics and more.

Samsung NF110, NF210 and NF310 Series Netbook

computermonger2 — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:10:21 +0000

The Samsung NF110, NF210 and NF310 with the latter being the high end model and the NF110 being the base bargain model, which won’t be available in the US. Apart from these three netbooks the Samsung N150 is getting an upgrade to a dual core Atom N550 processor which I’m pretty sure is the NF110. We’ll see these netbooks on the market in October but for now check out our hands on coverage of these netbooks at IFA 2010.

via Samsung NF110, NF210 and NF310 Series Netbook Hands On – IFA 2010 | Netbooknews – Netbooks, Netbook Reviews, Smartbooks and more.

Sony unveils trio of eBook readers

computermonger2 — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:08:51 +0000

Sony has unveiled a trio of new e-readers, but only two of them will be available in the UK.

via Sony unveils trio of eBook readers | News | PC Pro.

Samsung Galaxy Tab preview — Engadget

computermonger2 — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:12:17 +0000

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, has announced the launch of the Samsung GALAXY Tab (GT-P1000). Powered by the Android Operating System 2.2, the GALAXY Tab is the first of the company’s tablet devices, representing a new category of mobile products for Samsung.

via Samsung Galaxy Tab preview — Engadget.

Hannspree pairs Android 2.2 with Tegra 2 for a 10.1-inch multitouch tablet

computermonger2 — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:03:38 +0000

Hannspree TabletHannspree has announced a tablet device featuring a 10.1-inch 1,024×600 multitouch display and Android 2.2 operating system.

via Hannspree pairs Android 2.2 with Tegra 2 for a 10.1-inch multitouch tablet — Engadget.

HP Unveils Stylish New Consumer Notebook PCs Featuring Advanced 3-D and Cooling Technologies

computermonger2 — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:02:06 +0000

Hewlett-Packard has announced the HP Envy 17 3D, “the first 17-inch notebook PC to support 1080p 3D and Blu-ray”.

via HP Unveils Stylish New Consumer Notebook PCs Featuring Advanced 3-D and Cooling Technologies.

The new Apple TV for $99

computermonger2 — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:57:47 +0000

Apple has announced the new Apple TV which offers the simplest way to watch your favorite HD movies and TV shows on your HD TV for the breakthrough price of just $99.

via The new Apple TV for $99 — Engadget.

Samsung launches new NF and SF Series laptops

computermonger2 — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:13:43 +0000

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, has announced the launch of the SF series of ultra-portable notePCs and NF series netbooks. Without compromising on powerful performance and enhanced features, the Samsung SF Series notePCs and NF Series netbooks set a new standard for design in mobile computing.

via Samsung launches new NF and SF Series laptops with ‘shark’-like designs — Engadget.

Samsung Intros 27-inch Full-HD Monitor with 1 ms Response Time

computermonger2 — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:16:38 +0000

Samsung Japan has added to its lineup, a 27-inch Samsung P2770FH full-HD monitor with a blazing-fast response time of 1 ms.

via techPowerUp! News :: Samsung Intros 27-inch Full-HD Monitor with 1 ms Response Time.

DailyTech – Verizon Will Soon Get Samsung Galaxy Tab Android Tablet

computermonger2 — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:15:07 +0000

The Samsung’s Galaxy Tab Android tablet is coming to Verizon.

via DailyTech – Verizon Will Soon Get Samsung Galaxy Tab Android Tablet.

ViewSonic Announces ViewPad 7 Tablet

computermonger2 — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:12:31 +0000

ViewSonic has unveiled the ViewPad 7, a 7-inch Android-powered phone that doubles as a tablet.

via ViewSonic Announces ViewPad 7 Tablet.

Gigabyte gives it convertible tablet netbook an Atom N550 makeover

computermonger2 — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:49:07 +0000

Australian e-tailer Penta has started offering the Gigabyte GA-T1005M, the first convertible laptop with an Intel Atom dual-core CPU. The Atom N550-powered GA-T1005M features a 10.1-inch capacitive multitouch display at 1366×768 pixels, 2GB DDR3 memory, a 320GB hard drive, 6-cell battery, and Windows 7 Home Premium OS.

via Gigabyte gives it convertible tablet netbook an Atom N550 makeover.

IBM details its 5.2GHz z196 CPU

computermonger2 — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 10:42:34 +0000

IBM details its 5.2GHz z196 processor.

via IBM details its 5.2GHz z196 CPU.

ASUS N53JN and N73JN now available in the UK

computermonger2 — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 10:38:48 +0000

Asustek U.K. has released two new models from their N entertainment notebook series: the 15.6-inch N53JN and 17.3-inch N73JN, both featuring ASUS SonicMaster / Bang & Olufsen ICEpower audio, Nvidia Optimus switchable graphics technology, and the latest Intel processors.

via ASUS N53JN and N73JN with Blu-ray and SonicMaster sound now available in the UK — Engadget.

Roxio Creator 2011 Released

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:48:01 +0000

Roxio, a division of Sonic Solutions today released the Roxio Creator 2011, claimed to be the world’s first digital media suite to offer a comprehensive feature set for capturing, editing, creating, and sharing personal 3D photos, videos, and projects. Roxio Creator 2011 is available today at www.roxio.com for $99.99.

Acronis Releases True Image Home 2011 Backup Solution

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:09:13 +0000

Acronis has released True Image Home 2011 backup solution. New features in the latest version include Windows 7 integration and a redesigned Graphical User Interface (GUI). It is priced $49.99.

Source

Samsung’s e-reader hits the shelves

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:45:20 +0000

Samsung has announced the 6-inch E60 e-reader.

via Samsung’s e-reader hits the shelves – The Inquirer.

Acer Presents New Full HD LCDs, the S2 Series

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:40:28 +0000

Acer has released the S2 LCD monitors, whose first three members, the S222HQL, S232HL and S242HL, have already been detailed and priced.

via Acer Presents New Full HD LCDs, the S2 Series – Softpedia.

Sharp to demo an e-book at ifa 2010

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:38:10 +0000

Sharp’s XMDF e-book reader will be demonstrated at its European launch at IFA in Berlin.

via Sharp to demo an e-book at ifa 2010 – The Inquirer.

Dell Aero Android mobile launches in US

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:16:00 +0000

Dell Aero Android mobile has been launched in the US.

via Dell Aero Android mobile launches in US – Techworld.com.

Microsoft Already Planning Xbox 720 ARM-based CPU

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:14:52 +0000

Microsoft may already be planning for the next generation Xbox 720 (or Xbox 3) gaming console based on separate news nuggets that have emerged over the last four weeks and lead us to believe that the next CPU powering the console will be ARM-based.

via Microsoft Already Planning Xbox 720 ARM-based CPU? – ITProPortal.com.

Laptops with AMD’s Fusion chip to ship early in ’11

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:14:00 +0000

Smaller and power-efficient laptops with AMD’s upcoming Fusion hybrid chips will reach shelves early next year.

via Laptops with AMD’s Fusion chip to ship early in ’11 – Computerworld.

Sampo launches 3D plasma TVs

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:11:29 +0000

Local vendor Sampo has launched 58- and 63-inch 3D plasma TVs, and 32-, 40-, 46- and 55-inch LED-backlit LCD TVs in the Taiwan market, with a goal of shipping 100,000 flat-panel TVs to the domestic market in 2010, according to the company.

via Taiwan market: Sampo launches 3D plasma TVs.

ASUS Eee PC 1015PEM

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:10:33 +0000

ASUS has beat everyone to the punch when it comes to shoving that dual core Atom N550 (1.5 GHz) into a netbook and will very shortly be releasing the ASUS Eee PC 1015PEM which is basically a 1015PE with the dual core processor.

via ASUS Eee PC 1015PEM Is The First Dual Core Atom N550 Netbook On The Block | Netbooknews – Netbooks, Netbook Reviews, Smartbooks and more.

Lenovo announces two new desktop PCs for business users: the A70 and M70e

computermonger2 — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:03:45 +0000

Lenovo has announced the ThinkCentre A70 and M70e desktops. Created for small to medium businesses (SMB), the A70 features the latest processing, memory and graphics performance at a price tag starting at SGD 887. The M70e builds on the A70’s platform with advanced features for greater expandability, stability and manageability for large business customers.

via Lenovo announces two new desktop PCs for business users: the A70 and M70e by VR-Zone.com.

ADATA launches Nobility N004 Flash Drive

computermonger2 — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:47:33 +0000

ADATA Technology has launched the N004 2.5-inch flash drive, equipped with both USB 3.0 and SATA II interfaces.

via ADATA launches Nobility N004 – industry’s first USB 3.0 and SATA II combo drive by VR-Zone.com.

AMD unveils Bobcat low power CPU details

computermonger2 — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:46:09 +0000

AMD has unveiled new details about its upcoming Bobcat platform for small, low power devices such as netbooks, nettops, and tablets. Bobcat is the processor core that will show up in the Ontario chips due out in early 2011.

via AMD unveils Bobcat low power CPU details.

MSI waiting on Intel Oak Trail for Win 7 tablet, Android version will hit before end of the year

computermonger2 — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:20:53 +0000

MSI is waiting on Intel Oak Trail platform for Win 7 tablet. The Android version of the tablet will be released before end of the year.

via MSI waiting on Intel Oak Trail for Win 7 tablet, Android version will hit before end of the year — Engadget.

Microsoft details Vejle, the new Xbox 360′s

computermonger2 — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:17:13 +0000

Microsoft details Vejle, the new Xbox 360′s system-on-chip architecture.

via Microsoft details Vejle, the new Xbox 360′s system-on-chip architecture — Engadget.

Toshiba reportedly prepping glasses-free 3DTV for Q4 launch

computermonger2 — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:14:50 +0000

Toshiba has three models of glasses-free 3D displays in the pipeline, which are being prepared for launch “before Christmas” at prices of “several thousand dollars” each.

via Toshiba reportedly prepping glasses-free 3DTV for Q4 launch — Engadget.

ASRock preps new 790GX-based motherboard

computermonger2 — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:05:08 +0000

ASRock will launch the 939A790GMH motherboard for Socket 939 AMD CPUs.

via ASRock preps new 790GX-based motherboard.

Acer prepping AMD Ontario based Ferrari netbook

computermonger2 — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:03:47 +0000

Asustek plans to release a 12.1-inch Lamborghini netbook named Eee PC VX6 with Intel dual-core Atom processor and NVIDIA ION 2 graphics, while Acer is developing a 11.6-inch Ferrari netbook based around AMD’s Ontario “Fusion” CPU.

via Acer prepping AMD Ontario based Ferrari netbook.