MSI Wind U115 launched in Japan
Thanks to some clever detective work from the guys over at portablemonkey.com who found that the Japanese retailer sofmap.com are advertising the MSI Wind U115 as being up for release on the 22 nd May. As of yet there are no details on specs or anything else, however there was an idea of how much this machine is going to cost, around $733, which is on the rather expensive side. Source [Eee PC] Post from: Laptop Pimp Blog – Laptop Reviews for Laptop Whores MSI Wind U115 launched in Japan 2 – Laptop Reviews , Good Laptops , Interesting Laptops , japan , Laptop News , Laptop Rumors , Laptop Rumors , msi , MSI Laptops , u115 , wind Related posts MSI U200 Review MSI U115 The Acer LT3000 mini laptop Onkyo launch the Sotec DC204A3 MSI GX723 New Gaming Laptop! First images of the Skytone Alpha 680 Dynabook SS RX2/WAJ Review Windows or Linux in a Dell
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Currently the Archos 10 mini laptop is up for sale at just under $330 from retailer CompUSA, this is a neat little computer that offers most of what you would expect from a mini laptop, but at a decent price and some pretty good specs. Technical Specs: Intel Atom N270 processor clocked at 1.6GHz Intel 945GSE graphics 10.2 inch 1024 x 600 resolution display with LED Back Light 1GB DDR2 RAM 160GB HDD Windows XP Home OS Media card reader with support for SD, MS, MS Pro, MMC Realtek ALC662 audio Built-in stereo speakers Mic, headphone, 3 USB 2.0 ports, Ethernet port, VGA port Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g Measures 1.1 x 7.4 x 10.2 inches and weighs 2.9 lbs Three cell lithium ion battery 1.3 megapixel webcam Extended-life battery version: extended-life up to 7 hours (with 6-cells battery) Software included: Lotus® Symphony™ (office suite) XnView (picture edition) Bitdefender Antivirus 2009 (antivirus) Parental Filter (advanced parental control) Priced at
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Notebook stands can help the laptop user who likes to put their laptop onto their legs, while working, this angle is all right for short while, but this can soon lead to problems with the back, shoulders and neck. This is where the laptop stands come in and can really make big difference to the user. Product Features and Technical Details Product Features Stylish padded stand helps keeps laptop cool and protects your lap from heat Lets you work comfortably on almost any surface Attractive brown design; made of durable, hand-washable microfiber upholstery Convenient, slip-in accessory pocket for power supply and mouse For use with 15.4-inch or smaller, and 17-inch widescreen laptops; Belkin Lifetime Warranty Technical Details Brand Name: Belkin Model: F8N044-BRN Priced at $24.33
They say that this has been ergonomically designed so that if you are using this all day long then you are not likely to lose your grip, as you with some devices that. If you have ever had cramp in mouse hand then you will know what I am talking about. Product Features and Technical Details Product Features Batteries Included – Yes Batteries Required – Yes Buttons – 3, Scroll Colour(s) – Black/Silver Connector/Port – USB Technical Details Device Type: Optical Mouse Connection Type: Cordless Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous Tracking Method: Optical Priced at $26.43
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V220 cordless mouse from Logitech
How many times have you seen your laptop run flat and wished that you could simply stick in a couple of batteries and be up and running once more? Well now you can with this innovative idea from North Tec, the Gecko EduBook offers users the choice of running through the AC power line or the batteries and just in case you are wondering, North Tec says that the eight AA batteries will last up to four hours. norhtec_back-sm Features and specifications listed by NorhTec for the EduBook include: Processor – Xcore 86 (Vortex86MX SoC) clocked at 1.0GHz Memory – 256MB, 512MB, or 1Gb of DDR2 RAM, soldered on CPU module Display – 8.9-inch LED backlit display with 1024 x 600 resolution Storage – Internal SD card or IDE HDD (hard disk drive) Networking – 10/100 Ethernet port Other I/O: 4 x USB 2.0 (3 external, 1 internal) VGA Audio – line in and line out Expansion – SD slot Battery – Accepts 8 NiMH AA cells, or lithium-ion battery packs, with run times approximately four or six hours, respectively Dimensions/weight – n/s Priced at around $200 Source [Eee PC] Post from: Laptop Pimp Blog – Laptop Reviews for Laptop Whores Mini laptop that can run on AA batteries 6 – Netbooks by Size , 8.9" Laptops , 8.9" Netbooks , aa , battery , Laptop Accessories , Laptop Batteries , Laptop News , North Tec Laptop , power , recharge Related posts The funny USB Chameleon Special MSI offer from NCIX Leather case for Acer Aspire 8.9” HP launches their Elite Book 6930p
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At the weekend Verizon Wireless will be launching the HP mini 1151NR laptop, the cost is going to be around the two hundred dollar mark, which may sound great but this computer comes as part of deal that will require you to spend around $50 per month for data usage. So it’s up to you do you commit to two years of $50 or come up front with the cash and buy it outright. verizon-netbook Verizon Wireless Specs: a 10.1 inch screen capable of displaying a resolution of 1024 x 576 a 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 1 GB of RAM an Intel GMA 950 graphics 80 GB of storage space a 3-cell battery weighs 1.1 KG = 2.45Lbs Price:
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Keep your laptop nice and cool with this USB powered laptop cooler that works with both PC and Macs that are up to fifteen inches wide. The electrical fans make sure that the laptop is kept cool at all times, while it is also acting as a laptop stand, keeping the computer off your legs. Product Features USB fans increase laptop performance Ergonomic Computing position Keeps laptop and legs cool Comfortable Lap pillow Supports all laptops up to 15″ Priced at $24.99
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This is an interesting laptop mat, as it makes no difference what the size of the laptop is, it could fit the smallest of mini laptops up to a larger models that offer huge seven teen inch screens, in fact it is a soft faux leather with a removable bead pillow. This helps the laptop stay cool as well as putting in a more comfortable working angle. Product Features and Technical Details Product Features Leatherette Finish Micro-Bead Pillow Fits 12″-17″Notebooks Removable Pillow Helps support notebook and keep your lap cool Technical Details Model: 02006 Priced at $26.04
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HandStands Lap Mat
Laptop users who require extra ports or drive bay may be interested in this mini laptop docking station from AMtek in fact if you want ports then you have got them, probably more ports than you can ever need. It all connects to the mini laptop through the USB port, of course it does not have to be used with mini laptop size does not matter it’s just down to the amount ports that you need at any one time. AMtek UD01 docking station specs: •2.5 ″ SATA HDD or ODD bay •6 USB 2.0 ports •1 Ethernet 10/100 jack •1 DVI-D output •1 VGA port •1 Serial port •1 Parallel port •1 line/headphone output •1 mic input No prices available yet Source [Liliputing] Post from: Laptop Pimp Blog – Laptop Reviews for Laptop Whores Review of the AMtek UD01 docking station , Laptop Accessories , Laptop Accessories , laptop Docking Station , ports , tools , USB Related posts V220 cordless mouse from Logitech Laptop cooler by Pyramat Cta universal laptop travel kit Wacom set to release 19†tablet USB powered vacuum cleaner USB multi touch track pad USB Hack – Save space by running apps on a USB drive USB cigarette lighter charger
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Review of the AMtek UD01
The Free Pursuits blog named ” 10 Digital Nomads to Learn From ” in a post today. I’m blogging about this not to brag about myself being on the list — OK, not only to brag — but also to introduce you to the other nine digital nomads and also to the Free Pursuits blog itself. There are huge nuggets of gold in all this
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Top 10 digital nomad writers (including Yours Truly!)
One year ago this week, I wrote a column arguing for the requirement of iPods and other gadgets in the nations schools (” Are iPod-banning schools cheating our kids?: Why iPods and other electronic gadgets should be required, not banned “). Now, the University of Missouri is taking my advice and “requiring” journalism students to buy and use either an iPhone or an iPod Touch
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The people over at Brando have come up with this cool looking three in one cooling pad, its slim so it does not really make that much difference to the height, but in case you are worried about using up your USB port, don’t worry there because this cooling pad comes with three USB ports too. Features: Slim and smart design of the cooling pad system with small High-performance and extra quiet one Fan built-in, which absolutely helps to dissipate the heat-air away from underneath the notebook computer for cooling down the overall temperature of your system Extremely heavy-duty construction of the cooling pad to afford any weight or pressure put-on Power source supported easily by the plug-and-play USB connection as a self-power mode Convenient, reliable and comfortable of carry No need of any installation Compatible with any notebook computers Caution: 2.5″ HDD to be used in paralleled inserted!!! Hard Drive capacity support up to 250G USB 2.0 3-Port Hub Fan Size: 60 x 60 x 10mm (approx.) Dimension: 220 x 160 x 15mm (approx.) Weight: 225g Package Contents: USB Mini Netbook Cooling Pad + 3-Port Hub + 2.5″ HDD Dock USB Data Cable USB Power Cable Priced at $33 Source [Tech Fresh] Post from: Laptop Pimp Blog – Laptop Reviews for Laptop Whores Cool USB cooling pad 3in1 , cooler , laptop , Laptop Accessories , laptop cooler , USB , USB Related posts USB cigarette lighter charger The NotePal W2 The Logitech Alto Express Notebook Stand The desktop microscope The Crystal USB Fan Mini USB powered vacuum cleaner Laptop cooling pan Xentex Dual 13.3″ Screen Laptop Prototype on sale at eBay!
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Anyone who has tried to use a laptop while in a car will know that it is not that easy, yet people who travel for work purposes have to stay in touch with the office and write up orders etc and this is not a simple process unless you use a laptop table. These tables have many uses but they are ideal for laptops and make life so much easier. Product Features Easy installation, with height and angle adjustment Use on the steering wheel or the back of any seat with a headrest Folds flat in seconds, only 1.5 thick when in the closed position Secure grip hooks tightly to ensure maximum stability Holds up to 20lbs Priced at $21
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In car laptop table
This range of laptop bags are ideal for people who only need to carry around the minimal amount of equipment whether this is for work or college. The main feature about these bags is the safety cell compartment, which protects against wireless devices attacking your computer. Technical Details Superior SafetyCell computer protection compartment Roomy interior with padded pockets for CD’s, PDA, phone, etc Front and rear pockets for files etc Fully-adjustable shoulder strap Heavy-duty duraflex fittings Product Details Product Dimensions: 16.2 x 12.5 x 4.5 inches; 4 pounds Shipping Weight: 3 pounds Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
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Mobile edge select messenger bag
When Sharp brought out the all new Mebius with that extra little touch screen people were not too impressed with the thought of having a laptop running on a battery that has two screens to power up is not going to last anywhere near the three hour estimated battery life. In fact, experts believe that it may not even last enough time to take it out in the first place. However, that should not be a problem at all because a Sharp executive has said that this computer is not meant for the mobile computing market, this should be left on your desk at home or at work
The computer maker Dell is offering new customers who buy a Dell Studio 15, Studio 17 or Studio XPS 16, the opportunity to add the Intel wireless module for $60. This piece of kit enables the computer to access Wi-Fi and WiMax networks in Atlanta, Baltimore and Portland, Oregon. Unfortunately, unless the user lives in any one of these cities then there is little chance of being able to access the network and get onto the internet while sitting outside drinking a nice cup of coffee.
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Anyone wanting a decent hard wearing laptop bag could no worse that checking this bag by Hama out, it offers the consumers a nice neat looking bag with a large compartment suitable of a laptop up to 15.4 inches in size. But that is not all, there are plenty of other pockets and compartments to use as well, the only problem is that it comes in pink, which is great for those who like pink. Product Features and Technical Details Product Features Original aha messenger bag with large main compartment Padded notebook compartment for a 15.4″ notebook Two zipped compartments under the lid Two small compartments for a mobile phone and accessories Small zipped compartment at the side Zipped compartment on the lid Padded handle D-ring for mobile phone case or camera bag Adjustable shoulder strap with pad Four feet Inside dimensions: 37 x 5 x 26.5 cm Technical Details Brand: aha Colour: Pink Line: aha Material: Nylon Notebook Compartment Int
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Hama messenger bag in pink
I don’t know why I didn’t do this a long time ago, but I have just created annotated tag sets for two of my workshops (I guess I get the “bookmarking” part of social bookmarking, but sometimes forget about the “social” part.): Web 2.0 — All You Can Eat Buffet Using Open educational resources – Share, Remix, Learn I already do wikis for all my workshop, and tag sets are another logical step of going to all-electronic workshop materials. Both of these tools are also a nice way to continue to deliver new info long after the workshops are over and to share with a wider audience
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Tag sets for PD
Even with a laptop display running on full power the light given off is rarely enough to illuminate the keyboard fully when natural light begins to fade. This presents the user with a dilemma stop working or use a USB powered LED light like this one, it offers a flexible casing that can be manipulated into the right position for putting a bit of light on the keyboard. Product Features Illuminate your keyboard with this laptop powered light! Powered directly from a USB port Lightweight and easy to use just plugs straight in! Sturdy but flexible power cord allows the light to be positioned in any direction No software required Cord coils for easy portability Contains Class 1 LED Weighs only 50 grams Priced at around $8 Source [Amazon] Post from: Laptop Pimp Blog – Laptop Reviews for Laptop Whores Flexi laptop light flexible , lamp , Laptop Accessories , Laptop Lights , led , USB , USB Related posts USB powered vacuum cleaner USB multi touch track pad USB Hack – Save space by running apps on a USB drive USB cigarette lighter charger The Lupo USB Charger The humping dog USB accessory The funny USB Chameleon The desktop microscope
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Flexi laptop light
Dell are really going overboard with their Studio laptops, it’s not that they had added any special features or more specs, the changes are in the choice of artwork with the Studio fifteen and seventeen inch laptop buyer visiting the Dell website can choose one of a hundred and twenty designs. This takes the total cover choice to over two hundred, is there such a thing as too much choice? The artwork covers have been divided into different categories such as artists including Filth, OBVLN, Deanne Cheuk, Maya Hayuk and Korakrit Arunanondchai , patterns and plain colours.
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Dell increase artwork choice