Latest Technology and Gadgets

BlackBerry 8830 Phone with 64MB internal memory and memory card slot

2011-07-30T02:28:00.000-07:00

BlackBerry 8830 Dual Band phone, is one of the best and costly phone having 64MB internal flash memory and supports card slot option to extend memory, this phone has various version released by Verizon and sprint for 2 years contract price. It has full size QWERTY keyboard with trackball navigation which makes easy to type SMS, Email and instant messaging. Phone design looks simple and best, it is right choice for business class people. BlackBerry 8830 price is approximately $580 US and in Pakistan is Rs. 49300. This phone provides both option as for GSM and CDMA EV-DO.

BlackBerry 8830 World Edition

Phone looks good, available in Red, black and silver colors with solid body design and keys. It has BlackBerry operating system installed with 16MB of RAM. You can quickly SMS, MMS and Email with one quick button using GPRS or 3G connections. It also offers Bluetooth and USB services to connect to other media and devices. 8830 doesn’t have camera and FM Radio so this is the big drawback you can’t capture photos and videos neither can listen FM music.

It is the complete business phone supporting office tools in Email including (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PDF) so it makes easy to view online documents on its 2.5 inches TFT screen. You can connect online instant messenger and use facebook, twitter and other social network websites with its built in web browser. This phone also offers high class device security for password protection and locking keyboard.

BlackBerry 8830 Full Phone Specifications

BlackBerry OS
16MB of RAM
64MB Internal flash memory and car slot option
2.5 inches TFT display
QWERTY Keyboard
Trackball
Keyboard backlight
Bluetooth and USB connectivity
SMS/MMS/Email/Instant Messenger
Internet Browser
Support for MS Exchange mail and other personal Email accounts
GPRS
EDGE
Wifi (Wireless Email and Internet)
Organizer (Calendar, Alarm, Notes, To do list, Caclulator)
BlackBerry Maps
Media player
Stereo speakers and headphone option
Integrated microphone
Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery provides good talk time
132 grams/4.6 Oz of body weight
(W x H x D) 2.60 x 4.49 x 0.55 inches or 66 x 114 x 14 mm

Nokia N900 Phone Price and Specifications

2011-07-29T07:20:00.000-07:00

Nokia the best manufacture in mobile company launches its brand new phone Nokia N900, it is the touchscreen phone it has QWERTY keyboard and touchscreen display. Nokia N900 supports GSM and HSDPA band, it is fully multimedia entertainment phone which provides fast internet access and gaming option. Nokia N900 phone was released in 2009, popularity of this phone is rapidly increasing day by day specially in USA. This phone has 32GB internal phone memory and supports up to 16GB of card memory. This phone has dual cameras one camera is 5.0 Mega pixel camera mounted at back end which shoot images in very high quality and record HD videos. Nokia N900 phone price starts from $410 US approximately.

This phone ha black color design in rounded square corner, totally touch operated except having volume up and down keys with power on and off buttons. Nokia N900 uses proximity and accelerometer sensor for auto rotate and turn off. Maemo 5 operating system is installed with 256MB of RAM and 768MB of virtual memory with 600 MHz processor. You may also connect to internet using 3G or wifi connection which runs quite faster. Games are fun for every one for that this phone has some pre loaded games as well more games can be downloaded from android store.

Nokia N900 Full Phone Specs

Maemo 5 Operating System
600 MHz Processor
1GB Memory (256 MB RAM and 768 MB virtual memory)
3.2 inches touchscreen display supporting 3G graphics
QWERTY Keyboard using word prediction
Kick stand and Slider Landscape Shape
Dedicated sound, camera and zoom keys
32GB of internal memory and up to 16 GB of card memory
GPRS, EDGE, 3G, wifi, Bluetooth and USB connectivity
TV output with Nokia AV cable connectivity
Live widgets, different profiles, themes and panorama wallpapers
Organizer
Maemo Browser
Office document viewer and editor(.doc, .xls, .ppt, .pdf)
Stereo FM radio
A-GPS Supported
5 Mega Pixel Camera With autofocus, dual Flash LED and zoom feature
Records HD Videos (720p)
front facing VGA camera works as webcam
Audio and Video Player (.mp3, .wma, .aac, .m4a, .wav, .mp4, .avi, .wmv, .3gp; codecs: H.264, MPEG-4, Xvid, WMV, H.263, .asf)
FM Transmitter
Built in games
Li-Ion 1320 mAh (BL-5J) battery provides talk time upto 6 hours and 30 minutes
Music playback time upto 25 hours
video playback time up to 6 hours
110.9 x 59.8 x 18.0 mm
181grams of weight with battery

HDTVs with unbreakable gorilla glass

2010-08-02T11:32:00.001-07:00

My dream TV should come with Wi-Fi, a Blu-ray player, and a powerful sound bar, and I doubt an armored glass panel will ever end up in my list of wants. Nevertheless, Corning is pitching its ultradurable "Gorilla Glass" for use as HDTV cover glass. This material was originally invented in 1962 and has been used in smartphones and handheld devices to protect against drop damage and scratches. Putting aside some of the rare cases of flying Nintendo Wiimotes smashing TV screens, I'm having a hard time recalling any other similar panel fatalities.

The company is expecting its first deal to be secured soon, and these tough displays may be launched as early as next year, according to Engadget HD. The million dollar question is whether you're willing to pay extra for one. Share your sentiments in the TalkBack section.

Candice Crawford & Kim Kardashian make Dallas Cowboys

2010-08-02T11:18:00.000-07:00

Forget about the Terrell Owens and Ochocinco Cincinnati Bengals show, the Dallas Cowboys’ season is already promising to be a media circus without a single player involved.

The love lives of Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo and WR Miles Austin drew quite the buzz when their respective girlfriends Candice Crawford and Kim Kardashian were spotted at the Dallas Cowboys’ training camp Sunday.

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones told Charean Williams of the Fort Worth Star Telegram he “almost swallowed” his sandwich when he ran into Kim Kardashian having lunch with Austin and Romo.

“No, it’s good to have her here,” Jerry Jones added.

Maybe Jerry Jones heard about the comedic Kardashian “effect.” After Lamar Odom married Khloe Kardashian he won an NBA Championship with the Los Angeles Lakers. Earlier this year, Kim Kardashian sat in the interview booth with her previous boyfriend Reggie Bush after he helped the New Orleans Saints to a Super Bowl.

Apple IPhone 4

2010-06-16T09:59:00.000-07:00

FaceTime Feature

Calls suchlike you have never experienced earlier
People have been daydreaming almost video calling since 10s. iPhone 4 goes far a realism. On the tap of a button, you are able to wave hello to your children, share a smile from across the world, or ascertain your dearest friend express joy at your stories — iPhone 4 to iPhone 4 over wireless fidelity. No other phone makes staying in touch this much fun.

Apple IPhone 4

2010-06-16T09:40:00.001-07:00

Although everybody else wast rying out to keep up with iPhone, we were engaged in producing awesome Modern characteristics that make up iPhone more compelling, more comfortable to use, and more essential than of all time. The result is iPhone 4. The greatest thing to happen to iPhone since iPhone.

Artificial Heart......

2009-11-29T04:42:00.000-08:00

China, as we all know is a developing country. Recently China has found a way to produce an artificial heart which can be replaced with a heart that isn't working properly. An artificial heart is mechanical device that is implanted into the body to replace the biological heart. The term "artificial hearts" has often inaccurately been used to describe Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs), which are pumps that assist the heart but do not replace it.

An artificial heart is also different from a cardiopulmonary bypass machine (CPB), which is an external device used to provide the functions of both the heart and lungs. CPBs are only used for a few hours at a time, most commonly during heart surgery.

United States, last year also introduced an artificial heart but that is too large to fit properly in Human Body. China made heart is smaller, light weight, easy to control and use.

Eyeglasses at Your Command

2009-11-02T06:17:00.000-08:00

A team of scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute of Photonic Microsystems (IPMS) in Dresden, Germany are developing a device that interacts with its wearer. This means that the user will be able to scroll through menus, shift picture elements on the screen, or display new content by performing certain eye movements. According to IPMS representative, the main applications will be for handicapped individuals or industry workers who need their hands free for other tasks. Talk about innovation, literally in the blink of an eye.

Some Great Notebooks and PCs from HP and Compaq

2009-10-17T07:04:00.000-07:00

Some Great Notebooks and PCs from HP and Compaq with their detailed description...

1. HP COMPAQ dx2390 DESKTOP PC

Intel® Pentium® Processor E5200 (2MB L2 Cache, 2.50GHz, 800MHz FSB)
Free DOS Operating Software
1GB PC2-6400 (DDR2-800) memory
250GB SATA NCQ HDD
Smart IV 1st Drive
HP PS/2 Standard Keyboard

2. HP COMPAQ 610 NOTEBOOK PC

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Procssor T5870 (2MB L2 Cache, 2.00GHz, 800MHz FSB)
Free DOS Operating Software
1024MB (1D), 250GB HDD
15.6" Wide HD BV LCD
Integrated Webcam 2.0 Mega Pixel
UMA graphics, DVDRW LS
802 11b/g, 56K modem
LAN, BT

3. HP COMPAQ 510 NOTEBOOK PC

Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T5670 (2MB L2 Cache, 1.8 GHz, 800MHz FSB)
Free DOS Operating Software
1024MB 800DDR2
250GB HDD 5400RPM
14.0" LCD

4. HP PROBOOK 4510s NOTEBOOK PC

Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor P8600 (3MB L2 Cache, 2.40GHz, 1066MHz FSB)
Free DOS Operating Software
2GB (1 Dimm), 250GB HDD
DVDRW DL LS Drive
15.6" HD BV, 802.11a/b/g/n
BT 2.0+
Integrated Webcam 2.0 MegaPixel
1 year warranty

DG834G

2009-10-17T06:40:00.000-07:00

DG834Gv5 is a multipurpose device, it is a router with built in DSL modem. It is wireless DSL and router. You can replace it with the old DSL modem received from your DSL provider. It has an easy setup with smart wizard installation CD. It has four (4) LAN ports and weighs just 0.3 kg.

Package Contents

Wireless-G Router with Built-in DSL Modem (DG834Gv5)
Power adapter
Ethernet cable
Phone cable
ADSL phone line filter (most countries)
Vertical stand
Setup CD
Warranty/support information card

D940VX

2009-10-17T02:28:00.000-07:00

D940VX is a good looking projector from vivitek USA. Its brightness/lumens are 4300 with a native resolution XGA 1024 x 768 (768,432 pixels). It is compatible for VGA, VXGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA and Macintosh. It is another product of vivitek D series projectors. It has some common features to old ones, and some new features too. A sliding top cover provides convenient and easy lamp replacement. It has video input, output terminals, audio speaker, USB mouse port. It weighs just 7.7 pounds. It needs power supply AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz.
It comes with 1 year standard warranty of parts and 90 days of lamp warranty.

Samsung Series 3

2009-10-17T01:27:00.000-07:00

Samsung Series 3 is 32-inch LCD tv from Samsung. Samsung recently dropped the price of its leading 32-inch series-3 LCD television as part of its Independence Day Offer.
Screen size is 32-inches with response time of 6 milliseconds, its resolution is 1366 x 768 (720p). It has 2x HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface), 1x AV, 2x Component, 1x VGA, 1x RF input (for direct cable connectivity). It has an Audio output of 10W RMS x 2, alongside SRS TruSurround XT. It supports HDCP and picture-in-picture.
One thing to notice about Samsung Series 3 LCD is its weight, it is not heavier than 19 kilograms in total. It comes with a stand accompanied by screws. The back panel is loaded with connectivity options, expanding the number of devices, it can connect game consoles and even computers. As a PC monitor, the Samsung Series 3 32-inch is great, but only if one is sitting at least a metre away from it.
This product is an excellent choice for new HD media adopters. Given its relatively low price, it presents excellent value as it provides a complete cross-platform, high-definition experience.

Samsung Jet S8000

2009-10-12T22:47:00.000-07:00

The word 'classy' comes to mind when one first sees the Samsung Jet S8000. The phone is jam-packed with multimedia features and applications that are quite "smart" for a phone that isn't supposed to be.

Inside the Box

Samsung Jet S8000 handset
Phone charger
MicroUSB cable
Two-piece headset
User manuals
Saumsung PC Studio CD
Black carrying case
MicroSD Card

Features

CPU: 800MHz processor
Network: EDGE/GPRS, HSDPA 3.6MBps
Display: 3.1-inch 800 x 480 pixel
Camera: 5-megapixel auto-focus camera with dual LED
Video: D1 video playback, MPEG4, H.263, H.264
Music: Audio music player with DNSe and SRS WOW sound effect
Connectivity: Bluetooth v2.1, microUSB (USB 2.0), Wi-Fi
Memory: 2GB/8GB, mciroSD card slot with microSDHC support
Battery: 1,100 mAh, talk time: 2G/492 minutes, 3G/300 minutes; standby: 2G/422 hours, 3G/406 hours, real-world test: 3 days on a single charge
Size: 108.8 x 53.5 x 11.9 mm

This is a perfect mobile for persons who love photography, listen music because of its camera results and features like smile shot, blink detection, photo editor etc. And music with SRS WOW effect makes people crazy to listen its music and the music lovers will definitely love it.

T-Qualizer Shirt

2009-10-12T22:36:00.000-07:00

Finally the modern space age delivers a fully functional graphic equalizer in a handy t-shirt format. This t-shirt looks pretty good for the people who love music and enjoy it. The glowing display on the T-Qualizer dynamically changes to the beat of any ambient music or sound.
Its features are:

Equalizer animates to sound or music
Batteries fit in small pocket inside shirt
4 AAA batteries required
Battery pack is removable
Each bar reacts differently depending on sound frequency

Scrolling LED Belt Buckle

2009-10-12T22:11:00.000-07:00

Scrolling LED is 147 colored LEDs surrounded by a chrome frame that can be attached on a belt or set on a desk or shelf. What ever you want to say, show it here. You can put it on your belt buckle. You will have your own personal billboard. Ready to announce your brilliant thoughts to the world.

AIRNET Outdoor AP/Bridge

2009-10-10T07:01:00.000-07:00

Airnet Outdoor 54Mb Outdoor AP/Bridge High Power represents the perfect solution for bridging networks that are impossible to connect using wired alternatives, including networks separated by difficult terrains, railroads, or bodies of water.
It is perfect for applications requiring high bandwidth at a fraction of the cost of T1/E1 leased-line, with the additional advantage of zero monthly recurring cost from the service carrier. Typical usages include bridging satellite offices, corporate LANs, school campus, as well as wireless internet services, at distances up to 31 miles or 50 Km (without amplifier).
Its important features are:

Intel XScale technology CPU power for high-speed connection
Four Radios and Multiple Frequency in one (Choose the frequency you need)
Work as Access Point, WDS, Client and Repeater in Bridge or Router mode
Long Distance parameters and Output power regulation (selected by software)
Perfect design and characteristics for Industrial outdoor use (waterproof)
Complete compatibility with any IEEE network and future Wimax
Advanced Network functions (IP Routing, Hostspot, Firewall, DHCP, NAT, etc)
Bandwidth Management and Qos
Free Netkrom MIS - Network Management System
Carrier Class Radio for extreme environment -60 degree centigrade to 230 degree centigrade

D285ES Digital Projector

2009-10-10T06:41:00.000-07:00

D285ES Digital Projector is an invention by "Vivitek". Some of its features are:

2600 lumens
SVGA
weight 2.6 kg
3 years projector warrany
1 year lamp warranty

Its brightness, colors are suitable for small offices, classrooms and for presentations.

Samsung P2070

2009-10-09T00:37:00.000-07:00

Samsung, since last few years is working hard to achieve customer satisfaction and occupy large market share of monitors. Samsung has introduced several monitors in last few years. Recently Samsung has introduced P2070 in the market that is a great invention from Samsung. They have been doing the whole touch of color thing for a few years now. These monitors are built keeping in view that no one's eyesight should be affected. If any one sits in front of it continue for many hours it will not affect his/her eyes. That's the quality of Samsung P2070. It keeps environment clean.

Emergency Charger

2009-10-07T21:28:00.000-07:00

Use one AA battery to recharge your iPod or mobile phone, anytime and anywhere with this emergency charger. The battery-operated emergency charger includes all the common phone charger adapters, along with a handy adapter for iPods.
A person who keep different mobile phones, PDAs and other devices with him, will love to have emergency charge, because it has many common chargers.

Universal AC Travel Adapter

2009-10-07T21:11:00.000-07:00

Universal AC Travel Adapter is lightweight and easy to pack, easy to carry. It eliminates the annoy of carrying multiple adapters at a time with you, and it provides you with a reliable and convenient power solution. Just turn the selector left or right for the desired plug module.
It is also cheaper, not so expensive, hence any one who uses multiple adapters will love it.

Digital Projector X66

2009-10-07T20:41:00.000-07:00

Digital Projector X66 is the latest technology build projector from company 3M. It is an ideal projector for many peoples, especially it is suitable and designed for larger classrooms, conference rooms, executive bedrooms, hotel meeting and ballrooms or even small auditorium-designed rooms.
The Automatic Vertical Digital Keystone Adjustment feature takes the guess work out of adjusting your image, and the full connectivity makes it easy to use multimedia equipment to fit your presentation needs.

Ports:

Audio Out Port
Computer in 1 Port
Computer in 2 Port
Component Ports
Monitor Out Port
Audio in 1 Port
Audio in 2 Port
Control Port
USB Port
Video Port
Audio in 3 Ports (L,R)
S-Video Port

Features:

3000 ANSI Lumens (maximum)
XGA (1024 x 786) resolution
Full Connectivity
Automatic Vertical Digital Keystone
Easy Lamp Replacement
4 Security Lock Options
Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Native; 16:9 Supported
Advanced Personalization Features
Quick Power On Mode
Soft Carry Case Included
3-Year Standard Warranty

Apple MacBook

2009-09-30T08:06:00.000-07:00

Apple MacBook (Core 2 Duo Processor 2.0GHz, 2GB RAM, 13.3-inch TFT)

Since the shift to Intel's chipset, consumers have been waiting for an aluminum replacement for the 12-inch PowerBook G4. The model has finally arrived, though sporting a larger 13.3-inch display. Based on the same unibody design as the MacBook Air, the latest MacBook comes in two configurations--the midrange 2.0GHz model and the high-end 2.4GHz machine. Besides the processor speed, the difference is that only the latter unit comes with a backlit keyboard.

Axioo Zetta MNS 4232

2009-09-30T07:58:00.000-07:00

Axioo Zetta MNS 4232 (Core 2 Duo P8600 Processor 2.4GHz, 4GB RAM)

Ports selection includes HDMI and eSATA; scratch-resistant body; dual-array mics.

Only two USB ports; no security or multimedia features; note cheap for a no-frills laptop.

For a machine with a basic feature set, the Axioo Zetta MNS is relatively expensive considering there are better options from bigger brands in the market.

The Zetta MNS 4232 has a pretty classy design, thanks to the silver bar spanning the black top lid. Given that the laptop is made from plastic, the body feels surprisingly firm and sturdy, while a scratch-resistant coating protects the exterior from daily bumps and knocks.

The 14.1-inch display has a 1,280 x 800 native resolution and is powered by a discrete low-end Nvidia GeForce 9300M GS graphics card.

Blackberry Bold

2009-09-30T07:51:00.000-07:00

HSDPA
Wi-Fi
GPS
QWERTY keypad
Bright screen

Unlike Palm, RIM has built up an impressive product portfolio that is made even better by the addition of the Bold. Aside from offering number of features, the Bold's screen is one of the best I've ever seen. Hope you will like it too.

CP-X10000

2009-09-20T03:31:00.000-07:00

This projector is built by HITACHI, it uses 7500 lumens LCD technology.
Uncompromising quality, flexibility of installation and extended product life are features on offer with our Professional Series Installation Projectors. Life of the product is extended considerably with virtually maintenance free inorganic LCD panels and polarizer filters. A wide lens shift and a wide variety of optional lenses provide greater range of movement and projection distances. This series also boasts superb quality with an impressive contrast ratio of 2500:1 (with Iris), a 10-bit digital signal processor and a high quality scaler chip on board.

Laser Advertising

2009-09-18T04:08:00.000-07:00

3D Laser Advertising in Mid-air!
This is another great invent by Japan. Burton of Kawasaki, Japan has developed a laser system which allows images to be created in the air. The laser pulse is focused onto a point in the air, causing the air to ionise. The resulting glowing plasma appears as a point of light ("flash point") suspended in mid-air.
When hundreds of laser pulses per second are fired, an illusion is created of many constant points of light. By increasing the firing rate to a thousand flash points per second, 3D images have been created which can actually appear to move.
Within a few years, advertising boards may be replaced by empty spaces on the sides of the roads in which moving figures and messages made from various colored lasers may appear, as if by magic, out of thin air! Other applications could include 3D TV and light displays that appear like fireworks.
The discovery can have defense applications. The Pentagon is developing a military application (Plasma Acoustic Shield System, Pass) which causes the plasma balls to explode violently by use of an additional laser pulse. The idea is to create protective "flash-bang" curtains up to 100 meters away to serve as screens against snipers - a wall of light and sound!

Jabra BT3030 - Bluetooth Headset

2009-09-16T10:33:00.000-07:00

Play, pause, skip--remote control your music without touching your mobile
Headphones Type: Binaural
Form Factor: Ear-bud
Headphones Technology: Dynamic
Connectivity Technology: Wireless - Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
Sound Output Mode: Stereo
Impedance: 16 Ohm
Microphone Operation Mode: Mono
Supported Devices: Cellular phone, Digital player
Wireless Link Transmission Range: 33 ft

Price: Rs. 4,800

Asus Rampage II Extreme--Motherboard

2009-09-16T10:21:00.000-07:00

This is an Extreme powerful Motherboard built by Asus. It was introduced in the month of August 2009. It's brief description is given below:
Form Factor: TX Form Factor, 12inches x 10.6inches (30.5cm x 26.9cm); Intel X58 chipset
Memory: Triple channel memory architecture; 6 x Dimm maximum, 12 GB, DDR3 1800 (OC) / 1600 (OC) / 1333 / 1066/ MHz, non-ECC, unbuffered memory
VGA: Multi-GPU Technology (SLI & CrossfireX)
Expansion: 3 x PCIe2.0 x 16 slot, supports x16, x8, x8, or dual x 1 6 speds; 2 x PCIe2.0 x1 (the PCIEx1_1 (black) slot can be used as an audio slot); 1 x PCI 2.2 Storage: 7 x Sata 3.0 Gb/s ports; 1 x eSata 3.0 Gb/s port; 1 x UltraDMA 133 for up to 2 Pata devices
LAN: Dual Gigabit Lan controllers with teaming support, both featuring AI Net2
Audio: High definition supreme FX X-Fi audio with EAX4.0 support
Connectivity: 2 x 1394a ports; 12 x USB 2.0 ports

Price: Rs. 32,400

Sony Vaio AW27

2009-09-16T10:03:00.000-07:00

This is another great laptop introduced by Sony. It has so many features and looks just stunning. Given below is its brief description:

Full HD AV entertainment experience with added features to make your DSLR photography easier.
Dimensions (WxHxD): 437.2 x 36.9-39.7 x 288.9 mm; 3.95kg (including the supplied battery)
Processor Technology: Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology, Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T9550 (2.66GHz)
Processor System Bus: 1066 MHz
Memory Bus: 800 MHz
Cache Memory: 6MB
Main Memory: 4GB DDR2 SDRam (Upgradeable to 8GB * 1), 2 SO-DIMM slots. (The pre-installed memory module uses two)
Hard Drive: 1 TB (500GB x 2) (Serial ATA, 4200 rpm); Raid Array
Wireless LAN: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/Draft n
Blu-ray Disc™ Drive-Reader & Writer
Graphics Accelerator: nVidia® GeForce® Go 9600M GT notebook graphics processing unit (GPU) (Motion Reality HD equipped)
Dedicated Video Memory: 512 MB
Display: 18.4" wide (Full HD: 1920 x 1080) TFT colour display

Price: Rs. 330,000 (as on August 2, 2009)

Dell Adamo

2009-09-14T22:10:00.000-07:00

Dell Adamo (Core 2 Duo U9300 Processor 1.2GHz, 2GB RAM)
The good: Sleek, thin design breaks new ground for Dell; good performance for a low-power laptop.
The bad: Very expensive; lacks an SD card slot; feels a bit heavier than it looks.
The bottom line: Dell's upscale Adamo is a 13-inch laptop for those who value design and finish as much as performance, but its luxury price will limit the potential audience.
Read full review of the Dell Adamo »
Price as of April 13, 2009 USD 2935

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7

2009-09-14T22:08:00.000-07:00

The good: 25mm ultra-wide-angle lens with 12x optical zoom; AVCHD compression lets users record longer clips; fast burst mode; above-average image quality.
The bad: No manual exposure control; AVCHD compression produces uncommon file format.
The bottom line: The TZ7 is a good long zoom compact camera that frequent travelers should consider if they want decent picture quality. A pity it doesn't offer manual exposure control.
Read full review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 »

Sony NWZ-W202

2009-09-14T22:07:00.001-07:00

Sony NWZ-W202 (2GB)
The good: Unique, portable design; drag-and-drop user interface; comes with matching dock; quick-charge feature.
The bad: Tiny volume buttons; exposed mini-USB port.
The bottom line: The Sony NWZ-W202 Walkman is an excellent choice for people with active lifestyles who listen to music during workouts.
Read full review of the Sony NWZ-W202 (2GB) »

Apple iPod Shuffle

2009-09-14T22:02:00.000-07:00

Apple iPod Shuffle (4GB; Third Generation)
The good: The third-generation Apple iPod shuffle is as light as a feather and as small as a paper clip, and it includes VoiceOver cues, and improved support for podcasts and audiobooks.
The bad: You need to operate the shuffle using a pill-size remote control on your headphones, battery life isn't great, features are few, and the design is a bit boring.
The bottom line: The third-generation iPod shuffle is the next best thing to an invisible MP3 player, but the quirky controls and microscopic design make it a limited recommendation.
Read full review of the Apple iPod shuffle (4GB; third generation) »
List Price as of March 18 2009 USD 83

Japan's Latest Supermodel -- a Robot

2009-09-14T21:50:00.000-07:00

She doesn't have the grace of a Cindy Crawford or Elle MacPherson (yet), but a few struts on the catwalk may help HRP-4C loosen up and hit her stride.

Scientists from Japan's National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology reportedly designed the 5-foot (ish), dark-haired creation to look like an average Japanese woman between the ages of 19 to 29. Unlike the average Japanese woman, however, HRP-4C has 30 motors in its body that allow it to walk and move its arms (loudly and awkwardly, if the video below is any indication) and eight facial motors for blinking, smiling, and expressing emotions akin to anger and surprise.

According to the Associated Press, the robotic framework for the HRP-4C, sans face and other coverings, will sell for about US$200,000, and the technology behind it will eventually be made public so people can come up their own moves for the bot.

The government-backed AIST says she's mostly being developed for the entertainment industry--for use in amusement parks, for example, or as an exercise teacher--and is not yet ready to help with daily chores. So unfortunately for those eager to hire HRP-4C as a home or office assistant, for now at least, her main job is to look pretty--or odd, depending on your perspective.

click here to see video

IPhone OS 3.0

2009-09-14T21:42:00.000-07:00

New features

Systemwide search
Apple has integrated its Spotlight search technology across the entire device. This will let users search for specific email messages, applications, contacts, and any other data from within those applications in one place. Users get to it from a new menu that's to the left of their first home screen. Swiping to the left brings up an open search box that brings in results as you type, similar to Spotlight search on Mac OS X.

Copy and paste for text, photos, and SMS
One of the most-wanted features, the ability to copy and paste text will be making its way to OS 3.0. Users will be able to select sections of text and take them to other applications. This is one of the new APIs that Apple is releasing to developers.
To copy text, simply double-tap the screen, and it pulls up an option to cut, copy, and paste. Then simply drag a start point, and an end point, over the text you want, and then double-tap again. The phone will save the text in a clipboard, from which it can be taken elsewhere. You can also grab entire sections of text using a large rectangle that can be moved around to include paragraphs at a time.
Additionally, copy and paste will work with photos and SMS messages. For instance, if you feel like selecting multiple photos to send in an email you can now select the ones you want, then send them together in one message. Previously you had to select them one at a time--through the Photos application, over to mail. The same goes for SMS messages too, so if you feel like relaying a text message to another contact you can simply forward it.

MMS
You can now send and receive multimedia messages (MMS). This means text messages can be sent with photos and voice recordings, all without using the built-in mail application to do it. Missing, however, is any kind of video support, which is an MMS feature found on many other phones with built-in cameras.

Push notifications
The feature that was supposed to appear in September of last year will finally be making its way to phones in version 3.0. Scott Forstall, the head of iPhone software development, noted that Apple had been late on this, and blamed the delay on scaling, saying that the original system was too taxing on both the handset's battery and its processing power. The new system works just like old one, but has been optimized for over-the-air data transfer. It still relies on Apple's servers as a go-between to send audio alerts, text messages, and badge notifications. Users still have to fire up the application to get at the data though.

In-app micropayments
Apple has built in a new system for developers to charge users after they've purchased an application. Previously there was no way to do this, forcing developers to hike up the initial price, or use external payment systems, similar to what Amazon did with its Kindle application.
Apple's new system, dubbed "In-App Purchase" lets developers create an application where extra content can be purchased from within it to expand what it can do. All the billing is handled by Apple, and goes through the user's iTunes store account.
This same system has been used in console games like Rock Band and Guitar Hero with extra music track purchases. On the iPhone this was demoed on the upcoming EA title The Sims 3, which will let users buy items for their virtual character using an in-game store interface.
This payment system is only for paid apps, meaning free applications cannot be upgraded to a paid premium version. Apple is also using the same revenue model for per-app purchases, meaning developers can charge whatever they want, and keep 70 percent.

Better GPS baked into apps
Apple announced that Core Location would now be available for developers to build into their applications, meaning they'll be able to include turn-by-turn directions into their apps. However, they won't be able to build it off the iPhone's Google Maps application. Apple says this is due to licensing issues. However, map providers may step up and start selling mapping data to iPhone developers.

P2P networking and hardware communication
No longer will handsets exist as single entities. A new system, built off Apple's Bonjour technology, will let devices talk to each other. This would let people play multiplayer games with one another, and potentially exchange data files--all without the need to be connected to a third-party server or a central Wi-Fi hub. To do this Apple is using the iPhone's built-in Bluetooth antenna.

SmartQ 5 Ubuntu MID

2009-09-14T21:35:00.001-07:00

SmartQ 5 Ubuntu MID arriving soon

SmartQ recently sent out a press release in China announcing its upcoming Linux-based Mobile Internet Device (MID), the SmartQ 5. This MID will run on an ARM processor, usually found in mobile phones and handhelds. The Ubuntu operating system (OS) used on it, on the other hand, more commonly resides on computers using x86 processors made by companies like Intel and AMD. The combination of a power-saving mobile processor and a full desktop OS should be interesting.

What makes the SmartQ 5 even more enticing is its announced price of 899 yuan (US$132). That's even cheaper than many MP3 players out in the market. We contacted Singapore's representative for SmartQ and found out that consumers will be able to get their hands on one starting April. This will be at a promotional price of S$249 (US$164) just for that month, and at S$299 (US$198) thereafter.

HTC Touch Cruise (2009)

2009-09-14T21:33:00.001-07:00

The good: Very responsive; car kit included; bundled with GPS software; polished TouchFLO interface; D-pad acts as scroll wheel.
The bad: Small QVGA screen; no dedicated audio jack; camera has no LED for dimly lit situations.
The bottom line: The new Cruise is in every way as good as the earlier Touch 3G, but its 2.8-inch screen makes its proposition as a good GPS-centric device hard to swallow.
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Nintendo DSI

2009-09-14T21:28:00.000-07:00

The good: Plays DS and DS Lite games; capable of AAC music playback; larger screens than the DS Lite.
The bad: Doesn't play MP3 audio files; reduced battery life; camera function is gimmicky.
The bottom line: The Nintendo DSi is great if you're looking for a new handheld games console, but there's very little point buying one if you already own a DS Lite. It's merely mediocre as an audio player, its VGA cameras are poor and under-utilised, and its battery life is significantly lower than its predecessor's.
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USB Prosthetic Finger

2009-09-14T21:16:00.000-07:00

USB Prosthetic Finger gives new meaning to thumbdrives

This is a story about Jerry Jalava, a Finnish software developer who lost part of his finger in a motorcycle accident last July. According to his friend, Henri Bergius, when the surgeon assigned to work on Jalava's prosthetic finger discovered his hacking history, he made a clever suggestion: Incorporate a USB key into the new digit.
The prosthetic finger contains a 2GB USB key, and Jalava also loaded it with Billix distribution, CouchDBX, and Ajatus to run off the drive, throwing even more geek cred into the mix.
When Jalava needs the drive, he simply pulls it off his left hand, plugs it in, and comes back to pick it up after the transfers are finished. That dispels any parallels to that scene in Robocop when he uses the giant spike that comes out of his hand to transfer data from the OCP criminal database to the computer in his head.

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MSI Wind U100

2009-09-14T21:12:00.000-07:00

MSI Wind U100 (Intel Atom N270 Processor 1.6GHz, 2GB RAM)
The good: Large screen; excellent keyboard; value for money.
The bad: Average battery life; no integrated 3G.
The bottom line: The MSI Wind is arguably the best netbook on the market. It's stylish, it's easy to type on and it's quick. The wireless connectivity could have been better and the standard battery life is relatively poor, but these are issues you can get around. With that in mind, this device comes highly recommended.
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Lenovo IdeaPad S10

2009-09-14T21:07:00.000-07:00

Lenovo IdeaPad S10 (Intel Atom N270 Processor 1.6GHz, 1GB RAM)
The good: Excellent keyboard; large screen; affordable; ExpressCard slot; OneKey Rescue system.
The bad: Solid-state drive not available; no HSDPA option; below-average battery life.
The bottom line: With its easy recovery system, low price and generous keyboard, the Lenovo IdeaPad S10 easily sits in front of the 10-inch Netbook pack.
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HP TouchSmart tx2 Tablet PC

2009-09-14T21:03:00.000-07:00

HP TouchSmart tx2 Tablet PC (AMD Turion 64 X2 ZM-82 Processor 2.0GHz, 3GB RAM)
The good: Dual-mode tablet display; fun-looking design; decent port assortment for a 12-inch laptop.
The bad: Mediocre battery life; unimpressive performance; touchscreen response lags.
The bottom line: The HP TouchSmart tx2 tablet PC has the features, functions and price to convert consumer laptop users to tablet users. We just wish it could live a little longer away from an outlet.
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Nokia Introduces Musical Series

2009-09-13T23:08:00.001-07:00

New Nokia Music Stores, Comes With Music launches and three handsets, two with the XpressMusic label, have just been announced.

Apart from the 15 Music Stores now in selected countries, the Finns have deemed it fit to introduce its music download service to Mexico today, with Portugal, Norway and South Africa expected to get theirs "in the coming months".

Nokia also plans to roll out Comes With Music (CWM), its unlimited music download service that's bundled with selected handsets to Italy, Sweden and Mexico. Poised to rival Apple's a la carte iTunes store, CWM lets users download as many tunes as they want within a 12- or 18-month period and keep the tracks after that. CWM is currently available in the UK and Singapore, with Australia on the launch pad later this month. No word on whether the service will be available in other Asia-Pacific countries.

The two XpressMusic models, 5730 and 5330, will be available as CWM-enabled devices in selected markets in Q3 at 280 euros and 160 euros, respectively. According to Nokia, the 5730 XpressMusic is its first music-centric handset to come with a full QWERTY keyboard. It'll also have a new Home screen feature that provides shortcuts to music, games, email, etc., with an improved contacts bar for up to 20 names.

Nokia recently launched CWM in Singapore with the 5800 XpressMusic, N96, N85, N79, 5320 XpressMusic and 5220 XpressMusic.

The 5030 XpressRadio, on the other hand, is Nokia's debut offering with an internal FM radio antenna. So instead of having to plug in an external headset, users can simply listen to the radio via the phone's onboard speakers. The 5030 XpressRadio is expected next quarter at less then 40 euros.

Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR

2009-09-13T23:04:00.000-07:00

The good: Good quality images even at high ISO; reliable automatic EXR mode switches between different settings accurately; wide dynamic range.
The bad: Boring design; limited manual exposure function; no HD video-recording feature.
The bottom line: Despite minor flaws, we were captivated by the incredible image quality from the F200EXR, considering it is just a point-and-shoot. By far one of the best midrange compacts we've tested.
Read full review of the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR »

Samsung YP-S5

2009-09-13T23:02:00.000-07:00

Samsung YP-S5 (2GB)
The good: Excellent sound quality; built-in Bluetooth; photo and video support; FM radio; a voice recorder; alarm clock; design is cool with a fun flip-out speaker for sharing tunes; comes with a pair of earbuds that fit comfortably and securely in the ear.
The bad: Small screen and a proprietary USB connection; pricier than most other flash MP3 players; lack of tactile controls may turn off some users; no dedicated volume buttons; videos must be in Samsung's proprietary format.
The bottom line: The Samsung S5 is an MP3 player with a fun interface and excellent sound quality; the screen is a bit small, but this player is still a great choice if you want to share your tunes at the drop of a dime.
Read full review of the Samsung YP-S5 (2GB) »

Apple MacBook Pro

2009-09-13T22:59:00.000-07:00

Apple MacBook Pro (Core 2 Duo Processor 2.66 GHz, 4GB, 17-inch TFT)
The good: New aluminum unibody construction comes to the 17-inch model; useful multitouch trackpad gestures; attractive edge-to-edge glass on display; dual graphics provide more power or more battery life.
The bad: All-clicking trackpad is a bit awkward; matte screen option costs extra; switching GPUs is not as seamless as it should be.
The bottom line: A little late to the party, Apple's redesigned 17-inch MacBook Pro joins the 15-inch model with a redesigned aluminum body, new trackpad with expanded functionality, and a dual graphics setup for either longer battery life or better performance.
Read full review of the Apple MacBook Pro »

Asus Eee PC 1000HE

2009-09-13T22:56:00.000-07:00

Asus Eee PC 1000HE (Intel Atom N280 Processor 1.66GHz, 1GB RAM)
The good: Excellent battery life; improved keyboard; competitively priced.
The bad: Slightly faster Intel Atom CPU fails to impress; other Netbook makers have shown more innovation.
The bottom line: Asus practically invented the Netbook market, and the Eee PC 1000HE is an overdue overhaul that offers a new CPU and great battery life but misses some of the competition's bells and whistles.
Read full review of the Asus Eee PC 1000HE »

Acer Aspire One AOA150

2009-09-13T22:51:00.000-07:00

Acer Aspire One AOA150 (Intel Atom N270 Processor 1.6GHz, 1GB RAM)
The good: Secondary SD slot expands primary storage; slim and light form factor; inexpensive.
The bad: Limited 8GB SSD; poor battery life; no Bluetooth.
The bottom line: The Acer Aspire One may not be as feature-packed as the Eee PC 901, but the keyboard is certainly much better and could tip the scales in its favor. Read full review of the Acer Aspire One AOA150 »

HP Pavilion dv2000

2009-09-13T22:49:00.000-07:00

HP Pavilion dv2000 (Core Duo T2400 Processor 1.83GHz, 1GB RAM)
The good: Laminated scratch-resistant body; discrete graphics card option; integrated Webcam; HP QuickPlay function; stylish touch-sensitive buttons.
The bad: Thick chassis; below-average battery life.
The bottom line: HP's entertainment notebook not only delivers in features, but also goes the extra mile to redesigning the chassis to appeal to those with unconventional tastes.
Read full review of the HP Pavilion dv2000 »

HP Mini 2140

2009-09-13T22:45:00.000-07:00

HP Mini 2140 (Intel Atom N270 Processor 1.6GHz, 1GB RAM)
The good: Solid metal construction; full ExpressCard/54 slot; big keyboard.
The bad: Odd resolution loses a few pixels; no mobile broadband options (yet); awkward mouse button placement.
The bottom line: HP offers a premium version of its plastic Mini 1000 while keeping the price down, making the Mini 2140 the Netbook to beat.
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HTC Touch Pro2

2009-09-13T22:42:00.001-07:00

The good: 3.6-inch WVGA display; great speakerphone with multi-party calling; excellent video call quality; good keyboard; many useful TouchFlo 3D features. The bad: Very bulky and heavy; no dedicated 3.5mm audio connector; slow camera autofocus and no LED; expensive. The bottom line: This smartphone is ideal for business professionals, thanks to the great conference call feature and good keyboard for typing. Unfortunately, there's the bulky form factor to put up with.
Read full review of the HTC Touch Pro2 »

Sony Ericson F305

2009-09-13T22:40:00.001-07:00

The good: Cute design; over 60 games included; EyeToy-like motion gaming; good battery life. The bad: No 3G; flat keypad lacks definition; low-quality display; camera is poor; no USB cable or software included. The bottom line: The F305 is a decent mobile phone for the money, and the games are a nice bonus, though certainly not worth buying the phone for. A better camera would have been nice.
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Motorola Surf A3100

2009-09-13T22:33:00.000-07:00

The good: Excellent voice quality; 3.5mm audio jack; great build quality; 3-megapixel camera with autofocus and LED. The bad: Inconsistencies in the user interface; heavy; lacks high-resolution display; trackball could be better. The bottom line: Not everyone will like the design of the A3100, but Motorola shows it can make a good smartphone even though it hasn't been in this space for some time.
Read full review of the Motorola Surf A3100 »

Top 10 Laptops

2009-09-12T21:58:00.000-07:00

Top 10 Laptops of July 2008

1. Acer Aspire 4920G (Core 2 Duo T7100 Processor 1.8GHz, 1GB RAM)
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2. HP Compaq 2133 (VIA Processor 1.6GHz, 1GB RAM)
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3. HP Pavilion dv2700 (Core 2 Duo T7300 Processor 2.0GHz, 2GB RAM)
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4. Acer Aspire 5920 (Core 2 Duo T7300 Processor 2.0GHz, 2GB RAM)
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5. Compaq Presario V3700 Series (Core 2 Duo T7500 Processor 2.2GHz, 2GB RAM)
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6. Asus F8Sn (Core 2 Duo T9300 Processor 2.5GHz, 2GB RAM)
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7. Acer Aspire 2920Z (Pentium Dual-Core T2330 Processor 1.6GHz, 2GB RAM)
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8. HP Pavilion dv3000 (Core 2 Duo T9300 Processor 2.5GHz, 2GB RAM)
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9. Asus Eee PC 901 (Intel Atom N270 Processor 1.6GHz, 1GB RAM)
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10. Compaq Presario B1200 (Core Duo T7300 Processor 2.0GHz, 512MB RAM)
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Top 5 Business Notebooks

2009-09-12T21:44:00.000-07:00

Top 5 Business Notebooks of August 2008

1. Dell Latitude E6400 (Core 2 Duo T9600 Processor 2.8GHz, 2GB RAM)

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2. Fujitsu LifeBook P8010 (Core 2 Duo SL7100 Processor 1.2GHz, 1GB RAM)
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3. HP Compaq 6720S (Core 2 Duo T7300 Processor 2.0GHz, 1GB RAM)
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4. Panasonic ToughBook CF-W7 (Core 2 Duo U7500 Processor 1.06GHz, 1GB RAM)
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5. ThinkPad X300 (Core 2 Duo Processor SL7100 1.2 GHz, 2GB RAM)
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Dell Latitude E6400

2009-09-12T21:39:00.000-07:00

Dell Latitude E6400 (Core 2 Duo T9600 Processor 2.8GHz, 2GB RAM)

The last update to Dell's business lineup was 2 years ago with the Latitude D series. Turns out the Round Rock company wasn't merely sitting around but was using that time to research on the needs of the corporate crowd. After all, unlike consumer laptops where the best way to woo users is to incorporate ground-breaking features such as gesture controls and face recognition, business users need security, reliability and hardiness in their portables. So though the new Latitude E6400 didn't exactly take us where no man has gone before, it was nonetheless a significant step in the evolution of the corporate PC.
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Samsung's Monitor TV

2009-09-12T21:35:00.000-07:00

Glass Neck Stand for Samsung's Monitor TV

Glass necks are nothing new. Well, nothing new when you consider they're been featured in no less than two Samsung monitors: The XL2370 and P2370.

Glass necks look pretty cool, especially the way Samsung uses them, but they seem out of place with the P2370HD. While the other 2370 models are slim and sleek, the P2370HD is a fair bit bulkier.

Motorola Dext

2009-09-12T21:31:00.000-07:00

Motorola Dext in Asia next year?

Motorola has announced its first Android-based smartphone in the US called the Cliq. This will be available later this year with operator T-Mobile stateside. Outside of the US, this same HSPA-enabled handset will be called the Dext and the company has already announced this for various mobile operators in Europe and South America. Some of its features include a 3.1-inch HVGA display, 3.5mm audio jack and a slide-out QWERTY keyboard.
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Asus Eee PC 900

2009-09-12T21:28:00.000-07:00

Asus Eee PC 900 (Celeron M ULV Processor 900MHz, 1GB RAM)
The good: Multitouch mouse trackpad; 8.9-inch display; decent storage. The bad: Tiny keyboard; no integrated optical drive. The bottom line: The ASUS Eee PC 900 is a likeable update to the Eee PC 701. We're disappointed its keyboard is still so difficult to use, but the addition of a larger, high-resolution screen, multitouch mouse trackpad and better storage gives it the edge over just about all of its rivals. Read full review of the Asus Eee PC 900 »

NEC Versa S9100

2009-09-12T21:24:00.000-07:00

NEC Versa S9100 (Core 2 Duo ULV U7600 Processor 1.2GHz, 1GB RAM)
The good: Exceptional battery life; strong chassis able to withstand up to 300kg/f of pressure; strong security features; holds an integrated optical drive despite its light weight; bright LED-backlit screen.
The bad: Weak warranty terms; no spill-resistant keyboard; pretty expensive for an average feature set.
The bottom line: The NEC Versa S9100 is too costly for an ultraportable with middling features. Its key redeeming features, however, lie in the exceptionally strong chassis as well as impressive battery life.
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HP Pavilion dv2700

2009-09-12T21:19:00.000-07:00

HP Pavilion dv2700 (Core 2 Duo T7300 Processor 2.00GHz, 2GB RAM)

The good: Attractive new "special edition" bronze theme; includes a media remote control and an HDMI port; available dedicated graphics.
The bad: Heavier than it should be; tinny speakers, unimpressive battery life.
The bottom line: The 14-inch HP Pavilion dv2700 Special Edition packs plenty of extra features and a cool new paint job into a slightly too-heavy package with an uninspiring battery.
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TOP 5 Mobile Phones Without Cameras

2009-09-11T23:40:00.000-07:00

On January 5, 2009 These 5 Mobile Phones were announced as TOP 5 without cameras. These phones have best features and are liked by the users.

1. Nokia E61

The good: Slim form factor; large 2.8-inch 24-bit display; expandable memory; onboard 3G and Wi-Fi; office applications; remote security features; push email capabilities; long battery life; loud built-in speaker.

The bad: Keys are a tad too close for comfort typing; moderately stiff joystick; camera version not available; no FM tuner.

The bottom line: The Nokia E61 has pretty much everything a mobile professional will need in a smart phone and its sub-S$750 pricing makes it all the more attractive to mainstream users, particular those who want a phone without camera.

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2. Nokia E51 (without camera)

The good: Slim, solid design; stainless steel construction; multiple dedicated buttons and shortcut keys; excellent tactility; HSDPA, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth stereo A2DP; generous 130MB of onboard memory; snappy performance.

The bad: Back cover attracts fingerprints easily; preinstalled Quickoffice is read-only version.

The bottom line: Simple is good, and that's what the E51 is. It may not have a fancy design, but the E51 excels in nearly all other aspects with a truckload of connectivity features, good performance and attractive price point for an enterprise phone.

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3. Nokia E60
The good: Integrates with many existing enterprise environments; VoIP enabled; plentiful connectivity options; excellent Web browser.

The bad: Small joystick; brickish; not weekend-friendly.

The bottom line: It's strictly business with Nokia's E60, which has been designed to fit swiftly and easily into your corporate life.

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4. Sony Ericsson M600i
The good: Beautiful smart phone, with a slim silhouette, a large and bright QVGA touch screen; great design features such as a jog dial and a dual-function thumb keyboard; pleased with the multimedia functionality, integrated Bluetooth, speakerphone, sound quality, and the performance of the browser and RSS reader.

The bad: Lacks Wi-Fi, a camera, and quad-band support; phone crashed once in a while; no quick way to shut down applications.

The bottom line: The Sony Ericsson M600i is a great little smart phone that's big on style and features. Even though we wish it had a few extra functions and better performance, we still think this is an excellent smart phone for those who want a stylish smart phone in a small package.

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5. Sony Ericsson G700 Business Edition
The good: Nice, stubby buttons; dedicated keylock button; excellent ergonomics; 3G and Bluetooth stereo.

The bad: No Wi-Fi; sluggish performance.

The bottom line: The G700's appeal is its touchscreen LCD, but it also offers conventional controls that would likely appeal to users who want a bit of both worlds. The omission of a camera will also make it a popular choice for a select group of users.

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Mobile, PC and Other Technology

2009-09-11T22:50:00.000-07:00

Cheap computers and expensive phones
This week saw the official launch of the HP Compaq 2133 Mini-Note, the computer giant's very own low-cost portable computer which competes with the Asus Eee PC. It goes for as low as US$499 and marks the first of the big-time manufacturers' foray into this market. Already, there are rumors of Dell entering the fight, too, so keep your eyes peeled.

Instead of buying a computer, you could take the money and get a phone instead. There's the i-mate Ultimate 9502, which costs more than HP's notebook, and also the Samsung SGH-G810, which you can't buy now though we don't expect it to come cheap when it enters the market. There are so many ways to blow your month's paycheck, so choose wisely.

Sony Ericsson G900
The Sony Ericsson G900 is part of the Japanese-Swedish company's series of Web-enabled phones and was announced at this year's Mobile World Congress. We got to spend a couple of days with this touchscreen Symbian UIQ smart phone. Here's what we think. Do note that this preview highlights the main differences between the G900 and G700. ...
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I-mate Ultimate 9502
The good: Full suite of connectivity features; VGA display; separate mini-USB and audio jack; TV-out for presentations.
The bad: Large and heavy; lacks user-available RAM; security software needs improvement; no bundled GPS software or maps; can be unresponsive at times.
he bottom line: Though it comes with a ton of features including a sharp VGA display, the implementation of its software needs refinement for it to live up to its "Ultimate" title.
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Samsung SGH-G810
18 months ago at the GSMA World Congress, Samsung unveiled the SGH-G810. We weren't able to handle it then, but at the recent CTIA we finally got to play touch and feel.
Editors' note:

This preview was first published on CNET Crave. References made to some other products or telcos in this review may not be available or applicable in Asia......

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Sony NWZ-A829 (16GB)
The good: High-quality music; photo and video playback; built-in Bluetooth audio streaming; EX-style earphones; phenomenal battery life.
The bad: Doesn't come cheap; lacks an FM radio, voice recording, memory expansion, and a standard USB connection.
The bottom line: The Sony NWZ-A820 is the best sounding, best-looking Walkman series yet, and the inclusion of Bluetooth audio makes it a top choice for cable-hating audio enthusiasts.
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Fujitsu LifeBook P9010 (Core2 DuoSL7100 Processor 1.2GHz, 1GB RAM)
The good: Good speakers for the size; moderately solid construction; three USB ports.
The bad: Mushy mouse buttons; no digital video out; no HSDPA; MMC/SD card reader only; pricey for the features.
The bottom line: While there are elements that are certainly likeable about the P8010, for a business laptop, let alone an ultraportable, the lack of HSDPA could be considered a show stopper for some.
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Fujitsu LifeBook P9010
The good: Inexpensive; solid construction; stylish design belies its budget price; nearly full-size keyboard.
The bad: Weak performance; unimpressive battery life; tiny touchpad; misses out on new Intel Atom CPUs.
The bottom line: Despite an underpowered CPU, the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC offers the best balance of small size, comfort, and functionality we've seen in a mini-notebook, making it fast a favorite for on-the-go use.
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FujiFilm FinePix F100fd
The good: Ultra-high ISO sensitivity of 12,800; wide dynamic range; intuitive face detection; short shutter lag; 5x optical zoom with 28mm wide-angle lens; good image quality.
The bad: Relatively heavy; awkward positioning of flash, easily covered by fingers; lacks full manual control.
The bottom line: Despite an awkwardly positioned flash unit, the F100fd didn't disappoint with its enhanced feature set and excellent image quality.
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Nikons' New TRIO of Shooters
It seems the market for ultrazoom compact cameras is going to get tighter with the entrance of Nikon's Coolpix P80. With an 18x optical zoom, it's likely to be compared with Olympus' SP570UZ (20x optical zoom) or Fujifilm's S8100fd (also 18x optical zoom). Perhaps what sets this 10.1-megapixel shooter apart from the rest is its Sports Continuous Mode, which lets you snap 30 consecutive shots at 13fps (3 megapixels or lower).
Building on the success of the S51c and S51, Nikon is introducing the successors to these two models. Bumping up the image resolution from 8 to 9 megapixels, the S52c and S52 also have a maximum ISO sensitivity of 3,200, twice that of their predecessor. The main difference between these two new units is the Wi-Fi feature built into the S52c. With the S52c, you can upload images directly from the camera to Nikon's image storing/sharing site, my Picturetown, from a wireless hotspot.
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Compaq PC Prices for the Month of September 2009

2009-09-11T21:31:00.000-07:00

Compaq Presario CQ3104L Desktop PC(KY724AA)

Intel® Core ™ Due Processor E7400 (3MB L2 Cache 2.80GHz, 1066MHz FSB)
Free DOS Operating Software
2GB, 320GB SATA 3G
DVD +/- R/RW
SuperMulti SATA drive
Wired Keyboard & Optical Mouse
6-in-1 Card Reader

RS. 34,900 (Price excludes tax)

Compaq Presario CQ3012L Desktop PC(KY722A)

Intel®Pentium® Processor E5400 (2MB L2 Cache, 2.70GHz, 800MHz FSB)
Free Dos Operating Software

RS. 30,600 (Price excludes tax)

Compaq Presario CQ3011L Desktop PC(KY721AA)

Intel®Pentium® Processor E5200 (2MB L2 Cache, 2.50GHz, 800MHz FSB)
Free Dos Operating Software

RS. 27,900 (Price excludes tax)

Compaq Presario CQ3103L Desktop PC(KY723AA)

Intel® Core ™ Due Processor E7400 (3MB L2 Cache 2.80GHz, 1066MHz FSB)
Free DOS Operating Software
1GB, 250GB SATA
DVD +/- RW
Wired Keyboard & Optical Mouse
6-in-1 Card Reader

RS. 32,900 (Price excludes tax)

Play Newer Games with Old Graphics Card

2009-09-10T22:02:00.000-07:00

So you bought a high-end system , packed with the latest processor and graphics card, several years ago, but now, it's great for most tasks except for when you want to play newer games. Now, there are games such as Crysis, F.E.A.R., Mirror's Edge, Half Life 2 Episode II, and Far Cry among others that push the envelop of PC gaming - and you're starting to feel left far behind. Unfortunately, that envelope isn't going to get far in the postal system with most older graphics cards or integrated graphics solutions.
In the last four or five years, the quality and complexity of 3D game graphics have significantly evolved, surpassing the capabilities even of decent cards such as the GeForce4 6800 or the Radeon X800 which were once, more than adequate components. These days, mainstream performance graphics cards are fairly pricey - ranging from 6,000 to 20,000 rupees - and may not suit the budget of many PC gamers. It is not just the Pakistan market that can't afford suitable graphics cards at the moment. Worldwide sales growth rate has witnessed a drop from 17.5 per cent growth in 2006 to minus 12 per cent in 2009 according to PC World.
So what do you do when you want to play newer, more demanding games with your existing system configuration?
That's where utilities such as 3D-Analyze come into play. 3D-Analyze is actually a good GPU performance-logging tool with software functions that emulate certain features of graphics cards. By emulating these GPU features, users can play newer games on GPU hardware that is not officially supported by the requirements of the games and, theoretically, cannot run them. Some of the GPU features that are a common requirement of newer games include 3D acceleration, hardware rasterising, vertex shaders, pixel shaders and hardware transform and lighting.

Getting Started
The first step is to download and configure 3D-Analyze for the game you wish to run. To download it click HERE. The downloaded file is a self-extracting executable. Extract the files to a recognisable folder; say, a folder called '3DA' on the system's boot partition (usually C:). As a rule, always check a game's minimum requirements before installing it to make sure that your PC has sufficient RAM, hard disk space, and CPU performance at the very least. After installing it, check to see if it is indeed not possible to run the game without using 3D-Analyze.
To begin, browse to the folder containing 3D-Analyze and run the executable. When the application launches, click the 'SELECT' button, navigate to the game's folder within the file dialog window and select the executable file that starts the game.
If you do not know which file it is or where it is located, then right-click on the game's icon on the desktop or start menu item and select 'Properties' from the context menu that pops up. When you have the location and filename, make the selection in 3D-Analyze as described in the previous paragraph.

Setting it Up
The slew of options and features touted by 3D-Analyze is largely overwhelming, but configuring the application is not a daunting task at all. There are a few basic options to check that will work with most, if not all games. Go ahead and check the following options:

'emulate HW TnL caps'
'emulate other DX8.1 caps'
'emulate pixel shader caps'
'force high precision pixel shader'

Enabling these options will provide you a starting point from which to configure 3D-Analyze for any particular game. You may click the 'RUN' button to see if the game will run under these base settings. If it works, exit the game and click the 'Save batch file!' button at the bottom of the application window and save the .bat file to the system's desktop. The next time you want to play the game, simply launch the .bat file on the desktop and skip the configuration process. Now, you can begin playing that game you've been longing to. The graphics won't be stellar, and there may be occasional frame drops, but at least you get to play.

At the following link you can find the list of games that can be played using 3D-Analyze.
crystalunicorn.wordpress.com/list-of-games-that-work-with-3d-analyze