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Extra Energy Efficient Secondary Display for Laptop

Today, Pixel Qi announced its work in the road to global domination by offering a display with extra reading screen for laptop. Laptop users who are usually bothered with reading the laptop display under direct sunlight may consider Pixel Qi 10-inch display as the alternative. The extra screen capacity can be obtained simply by plugging the screen via USB. Moreover, Pixel Qi also understands that most of the laptop users are highly mobile; thus, the newly developed display comes with lighter weight for easy transport.

The Pixel Qi display combines d-screen-HYBRID driver board and lower energy requirements. The use of the second screen display is very simple. With USB plug, the data will be automatically sent to the second display. Pixel Qi takes the advantage of 10.1” TFT Liquid Crystal Display with LED backlight that can display 262,144 colors. The USB connection system merely requires 1.5 W. What an energy-efficient device!

The support of USB / Wireless-USB as well as Ethernet connected displays is intentionally developed by Pixel Qi to make sure that the display can be utilized by most of laptop users. What is more interesting is that the Smartphone users can also benefit from the secondary display, also with the same method of use. However, no information is available on when the secondary display will be commercially available.

Nav9 Windows 7 for Colorful and Bright Display

The popularity of Tablets is an undeniable fact. There seem endless innovations in these products; and every manufacturer competes to prove that its products are superior to the others’. Now, Nav9 comes as another alternative for tablet enthusiasts. The tablet runs Windows 7 for strong performance; it is built with 9-inch multi-touch resistive screen. Yup! Multi-touch screen is on the peak of its popularity, and Nav9 seems to try to make advantages of it.

Nav9 comes with higher versatility. It is equipped with full complement of ports. It is really compact with bright, colorful, and relatively sharp display. The specs of the tablet include 1.66GHz Atom N280 processor; 2 GB of HDD and RAM that can be upgraded, 3G Modem, 3 USB slots, and forward-facing webcam. Its battery has a standard life with three hours. As would be expected from Atom processor, it works pretty well with superior performance.

Among the limitations of the Nav9 include longer starting time even though it wakes up from sleep instantly. Some reviewers wonder the suitability of Window 7 to the capability of the tablet. It is not that touch-enabled. In addition, some perceive that there is nothing special to the tablet. Build quality is another question related to the tablet. Despite bright display, it provides a poor viewing angle; and many parts are made of thick plastic.

Cybertron Intel Pentium 4 CPU for Gamers

With the advance in computer technology and the introduction of tiny devices like tablets, the gamers keep loyal to Intel Pentium 4. It is particularly true since Intel Pentium 4 has been a standard for gamers, home users, and business. Now, Cybertron comes with a chick CPUs that are extremely affordable. It is paired with very fast Intel Pentium 4 631 3.00GHz processor and Foxconn 45CM Motherboard for reliability.

Superior Built-in audio offers high quality and extremely clean sound. SATA Ready and 10/100 LAN On-Board offers greater degree of chance to obtain more amusements with multimedia. The enthusiasts are provided with flexibility to choose the color based on their taste. Cybertron Intel Pentium 4 is available in blue on black, black, green on black, red on black, or yellow on black.

To keep the system cool, the case is equipped with an external thermometer, fans speed control, and UV blue LED. This allows the users to keep it in stabile state. It is operated with 350 Watt Power Supply. Cybertron tries to coddle the enthusiasts with the highest quality products. The Cybertron barebone systems are produced under a tight control and rigorous testing to ensure the superior performance. It seems to learn from the problems faced by the gamers when their systems do not work properly.

Smart Combination of a Printer and a Tablet by HP Photosmart eStation

Again, HP shows its commitment to provide the consumers with its best products. HP Photosmart eStation tablet is a full printing apparatus that offers the consumers with the all the conveniences they are looking for. It contains a set of Photosmart eStation Printer and a detachable 7-inch android tablet. The HP eStation is an affordable option for individuals with limited budget. The device functions to print, copy, and scan.

The HP eStation tablet comes with up to six-hour battery life. It runs Freescale i.MX 51 processor with unquestionable capability. Aha! You can image that when the tablet is resting while attached to the printers, it may serve as a beautiful photo frame. Actually, the tablet is not the real tablet. It is supplied with apps that optimize the photo printing capability. The users can print the content of news and even social networking websites with an excellent result.

The printer will work in a more optimal way through the use of the detachable tablet. The tablet interacts with the printer controls, surf the web, and perform other activities; except for downloading and installing third party apps.  It runs Android 2.1. Since it is detachable, the users can use it separately to explore the borderless world of internet or look at photos.

Leaks on SONY VAIO Z and T Series for Asian Users

Sony is going to realize its promise to launch laptop refreshes that will be targeted to Asian users. The VAIO Z series will be built with Intel Core i5-580M and Core i7-640M. They are rumored to utilize NVIDIA’s 400M mobile GPU series which were recently released for video and graphics, and Blu-ray Disc ROM drive with DVD Supermulti. Sony is also planning to launch the same products for western areas.

VAIO series will be targeted to midrange lines of customers with affordable prices even though no detailed information is available related to the pricing. Unprecedented speed is ensured with the use of Quad SSD in RAID 0 and Core i5 and Core i7 for the ultimate performance. They will also come with 13.1-inch display with glossy premium carbon. The laptops will also be supported with automatic control of Gfx mode and come with lighter weight despite lack of information on the real weight.

The real hotness for the Asian portal will be found in the F series that will be supported with NVIDIA’s GeForce 400M series and powered by Windows 7. The series will utilize full HD display that enables the users to explore the beauty of images and videos. The laptop series will be devoted to entertainment and photo solution with the support of related programs like Adobe Photoshop Lightroom. Still, no pricing information is yet available.

Greater Degree of Safety with Webooti Computer for Your Kids

It must be recognized that a number of advances in computer technology has benefitted adults in most of their activities. But what the children needs is often neglected. The existing computers and laptops are not recommended to use by children due to their vulnerability. This week, computer hardware specially designed for children are being discussed by enthusiasts. This is specially targeted for parents who do not pay frequent attention to their children while using the computer.

Savvy parents will certainly not miss Webooti, an ultra-simple PC equipped with 128 MB RAM, and 8 GB hard disk with a higher degree of safety. With its ‘bold’ body and insensitive features, significantly lesser harms can be expected.  It comes with an original and convivial design with various options of colors that fit you kid’s taste. Its shock-proof and compact design is not bestowed with sharp angles, screw, and connecters, no visible cables and no external mouse.

Protected keyboard and screen will provide the ultimate safety for your children. However, one of the limitations of the Webooti is that it is still supported by Pentium IV processor. Thus it is rumored to have less speed when the users access internet connection through Wi-Fi or 3G IP connection it is built with. However, it is noted to be an environmentally friendly computer for it requires lower energy consumption.

Netflix New Collection of Major Movie Studio – Starting September 1, 2010

Netflix, an online service which offers DVD and Blu-ray Disk rental by mail and video streaming has made a new deal wit three major filming studios. Paramount, Lionsgate, and MGM agree to be streamed on Netflix starting from September 1, 2010. Together with Epix, Netflix will include the movies from these studios as a part of its Watch Instantly offering.

This online service based in Los Gatos, California deal with Epix will make the increasing number of subscribers to its service. The fact that the subscribers can watch the films on Netflix only 90 days after their TV debuts is delightful to mot movie lovers. LA Times reported, to make this deal with Epix, Netflix has to spend about $1 billion, which is a rather great number in the industry.

With services like Netflix has, movie lovers especially in the United States are given more alternative to watch their favorite movies. With the joining of Paramount, Lionsgate, and MGM at the Netflix, a huge amount of collection will be added to Netflix’s movie library. With $1 billion as its gambling money, will this steps works for Netflix? Hopefully.

Iomega Skin Hard Drive Review

Iomega Skin is a hard drive. Users put stuff on it or even back up their computer to it. It is expected that if something bad happens to their computer, they can easily get their stuff back off the drive. This drive indeed functions as it is expected, the USB 2.0 is the normal speed that users are used to, so there is nothing special about it.

Where the Iomega Skin stands out is indeed the design. Iomega worked together with Al Borda, Skin Inc. designer, to create a product which appeals to fashion conscious users. Its external drives are also trying to get better up as well. There are 3 different options in the lone of the Skin, for example the Iomega Radical that is a retro symbol on a black top with its yellow bottom. This design does not look bad at all. There is also the Knock Out, which is a black base which has a silver top and the Skin logo in gothic designs.

The hard drive from Iomega Skin is really a great product. It has the quality of the Iomega, with a small dash of the design to make it look different from the other hard drives out there. In addition, if users go online and browse, they can pick one hard drive for less than $100.

The Green Hotel Prototype Unveiled by the Marriott International


The Marriott International launched a prototype today that will help the company to build greener LEED-certified hotels. The company mentions that the prototype is the first of prototype hotels in the US. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design or LEED is indeed a voluntary rating system which is developed by the USGBC or the US Green Building Council. The buildings which have LEED-certified are designed to reach the environment goals, such as reducing the greenhouse gas emissions, landing waste, conserving water and energy, as well as lowering the operating costs.

The Courtyard Charleston or the Summerville is indeed the first Marriott hotel which follows the new green design. It is hoped to begin to open for business in 2012 in South Carolina. By using the prototype, the Marriott International will save the hotel oversize for six-moth design time for each hotel. The company plans to unrevealed the same prototypes for other brands in the coming years, including the Residence Inn.

The Marriot International expects to save more than $100,000 and water and energy savings up to 25% on each hotel that is built based on the prototype. In fact, going green is not something new to Marriott. The company owns almost LEED-certified hotels and it also plans to raise it to 300 by 2015.

New Panasonic DMX-LX5 Comes Earlier to the Marketplace

A camera included in the category of compact enthusiast normally includes some devices as what the Sigma DP12 and Canon G11 or even other M4/3 cameras have. This kind of camera is designed for photographers who want to get more control and better glass, yet do not really care about the touchscreens’ creature comforts and the sepia tones of the in-camera. Now there is a new Panasonic DMX-LX5 which has a fast lens as well as high ISO range, make it suitable as a carry-around compact that people have been looking for.

Panasonic DMX-LX5 has some features which are vitals for it. The camera is supported by 10.1 megapixels photo results with Leica Summicron lens that are able to make 3.8X zoom on its F/2.0-3.3. In addition, it has ISO 80-12800 and well as a 3-inch LCD which is designed for 480 x 320. Also, it has HD recording at two possible choices, 720p/30 and 720p/60, and it is also completed with electronic view finder or optional optical.

Panasonic DMX-LX5 really looks like such a competent camera. This camera is officially launched on July 21, where there will be also information about the price and availability. It is probably available around the UK.

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