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Google Announces Chromebooks to be Available in more Retail Stores Soon

Google today announced that Chromebooks are going to be much more easy to find in retail stores starting this summer.  Several retailers in the U.S. and other markets will be hopping on the Chromebook selling bandwagon in the coming weeks.  Most notably, Wal Mart will start selling the Acer C7 $199 Chromebook in 2,800 stores [...]

Sony announces the Haswell-powered VAIO Pro and VAIO Duo Series

If you’re looking for the newest mobile gear with Intel’s brand-spanking new fourth-generation processor included, Sony is bringing its stuff to the table. They have a few new mobile options that update their line of VAIO products with the VAIO Pro and VAIO Duo.        

Dell Announces Updated XPS 12 with Intel’s new Haswell

Dell is wasting no time taking advantage of the new lineup of 4th generation Core processors from Intel, today they announced (among other machines) an updated XPS 12 convertible that improves upon an already excellent machine.  Dell will offer the new Intel Haswell Core i5 and Core i7 processors as options in the XPS 12, [...]

Asus announces Transformer Book Trio with Windows and Android

Asus has unveiled its Transformer Book Trio at Computex 2013. The firm is calling the device, which runs Windows and Android, a cross between a PC, laptop and tablet.        

Intel Officially Announces Haswell Lineup and Claims 50% Battery Life Improvement

Intel today officially announced its upcoming Haswell processors, the 4th generation of Core i3/i5/i7 offerings.  As is typical, the first chips to be available will be the high end Core i7 and Core i5 and then later on the more budget oriented Core i3 will hit the market.  Availability “starts June 4th”, meaning notebook manufacturers [...]

Nvidia Announces GTX 700M Series Graphics Cards

Nvidia today announced their new GTX 700 series lineup of performance mobile graphics cards and promised that the GTX 780M, the top dog in this new lineup, is also the “world’s fastest notebook GPU”.  That means the AMD HD 8970M is no longer top dog and companies such as Acer, Asus, Clevo, MSI, Razer and [...]

HP Announces New Envy TouchSmart 15 Notebook to Replace dv6

HP today announced the new ENVY TouchSmart 15 premium 15” screen notebook that will replace it’s long running Pavilion/Envy dv6 model.  The Envy TouchSmart 15 will feature a selection of AMD or Intel processors, the Intel lineup will include the upcoming code named “Haswell” processors 4th generation Core i3/i5/i7 lineup.  No specific processor models are [...]

Lenovo Announces ThinkPad Helix Laptop to Tablet Convertible

Lenovo is on an innovation tear of late and that streak continues with the announcement today of the ThinkPad Helix.  Lenovo is calling the ThinkPad Helix a “rip and flip” design, meaning the screen can separate completely from the keyboard base and act as a pure tablet weighing 835 grams (1.84lbs) or it can be [...]

Lenovo Announces New IdeaPad Z400 / Z500 Touch and U310 / U410 Touch at CES 2013

Lenovo today announced at CES 2013 an update to their popular IdeaPad Z400 and Z500 premium consumer laptops that will now be enhanced with a touchscreen.  Other updates to the Z400 and Z500 include an LED backlit AccuType keyboard and 1” thin design with up to standard voltage Core i7 processor and Nvidia GeForce GT645M [...]

Samsung Announces Series 7 Chronos 770Z5E

Samsung is updating its popular Series 7 Chronos line with the new 15.6” screen Samsung Chronos 770Z5E, it will offer a full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution screen with 10-point multi-touch display.  This will pretty much be a dream Windows 8 laptop.  The design stays the same as older models, that being an industrial look [...]

Apple announces Black Friday shopping event

Apple discount deals for Black Friday on iPads, iPods, Macs and accessories.

Samsung announces Galaxy S3 Mini UK launch date

Shares the name, but cut-down features not in keeping with Galaxy brand

Behringer announces EUROLIVE B115D, B115MP3 active speakers

Builds a PA system with integrated MP3 player, wireless microphone suppor

Samsung announces Galaxy Premier Android handset

Cut-down Galaxy SIII could appeal to the budget-conscious

Nikon announces FX-format AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm lens

Fixed f/4 aperture throughout the entire focal range

EE announces UK 4G contract, SIM-only pricing

Misses the point of 4G speeds with strict data caps

Lenovo announces new Windows 8, RT hybrid laptop/tablet devices

Lenovo on Tuesday announced a new range of Windows 8 and RT hybrid computing devices that can function as tablets or laptops.

HP announces more Sleekbooks as cheaper ultrabook alternatives

Hewlett-Packard on Thursday announced new Pavilion Sleekbooks, which the company is pitching as laptops that are cheaper than ultrabooks but competitive in weight and thickness.

Panasonic Announces ToughBook 31 Rugged Laptop Updates

Panasonic has updated their ToughBook lineup with the latest release of their ToughBook 31, a 13" ruggedized laptop for field workers (e.g. policeman, fireman, outdoor workers, oil rigs). Included in this update is a faster processor, expanded storage, and a more responsive touchscreen. The Toughbook 31 is powered by the new 3rd generation Intel Core [...]

HP announces Envy X2 tablet-laptop hybrid device with Windows 8

Hewlett-Packard on Thursday announced an Envy X2 tablet-laptop hybrid device with the Windows 8 OS, signaling the company’s re-entry into the consumer tablet market, which it abandoned after the highly publicized failure of its TouchPad product.

HP Announces the ENVY x2, a Laptop, Tablet Hybrid

HP has announced the HP ENVY x2 hybrid laptop, a performance-heavy and ultrathin device with the power of a notebook but the portability of a tablet. The biggest lure (and gimmick) of the HP ENVY x2 is that it has a detachable screen that transforms into a full tablet when separated from the keyboard through [...]

HP announces Envy X2 tablet-laptop hybrid device with Windows 8

Hewlett-Packard on Thursday announced an Envy X2 tablet-laptop hybrid device with the Windows 8 OS, signaling the company’s re-entry into the consumer tablet market, which it abandoned after the highly publicized failure of its TouchPad product.

Microsoft announces new hardware for Windows 8

Microsoft on Monday announced new keyboards and mice optimized for tablets and laptops running the Windows 8 operating system.

Acer announces sub-$700 ultrabooks upgradable to Windows 8

Acer on Wednesday announced new Timeline Ultra M5 ultrabooks starting at US$679.99 that will be upgradable to Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 8 Pro for $14.99.

Samsung announces first Windows 8 Hybrid PC

Samsung’s first convertible Windows 8 tablet will feature magnetic docking and S-Pen and S-Memo technology