Category: NetBook

ASUS has released new BIOS for the ASUS EEE 900SD, which would update te EC firmware of your device. Get it from the following link:

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SONY VAIO P was the most popular product at the CES 2009. It drew a lot of media attention with it’s super sleek design. When we heard that it would be using the slower 1.33GHz Atom processor, we were really not pleased with this netbook ultra-portable (ok, Sony?) especially considering the fact that it would be running Vista. Folks at notebookreview were able to get their hands on the SONY VAIO P and they have given it a go:

Is it worth $900 when you can get a similar laptop for less money? That depends on what matters to you. The VAIO P has a revolutionary design, an extremely high-resolution display, and a few features you won’t find in a $500 netbook. That said, it still uses a relatively weak processor and isn’t designed to be a primary computer. If you plan to use the VAIO P as your primary family PC and multimedia center then you will probably be disappointed. If you plan to purchase the VAIO P as a lightweight travel laptop it might just be the perfect laptop on the market.

Sony VAIO P Review

Pros:

• Smallest and lightest in class
• Excellent build quality
• Fantastic keyboard despite the small size
• Responsive, business-grade touchpoint
• Available with built-in 3G WWAN
• No noisy cooling fan

Cons:

• Expensive for an Atom-based laptop
• Gets a little hot
• Glossy plastic lid is a magnet for fingerprints
• Weak speakers, even for something this small
• Not user-upgradeable

[notebookreview]

Here are the specifications of SONY VAIO P:

• 1.33GHz Z520 Intel Atom Processor
• 2GB DDR2 800MHz (1 DIMM)
• Windows Vista Basic SP1 (32-bit)
• 8-inch 1600 x 768 glossy LED backlit display
• 64GB Solid State Drive
• Intel GMA 500 Integrated Graphics
• 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi
• 3G WWAN Verizon card
• SD/SDHC Media card reader
• Memeory Stick card reader
• Sony “Motion Eye” webcam
• 4-Cell Li-ion battery (6-cell extended life battery also available)
• Size: 9.65″ x 4.72″ x 0.78″
• Weight: 1lb 4.8oz (with 4-cell battery), 1lb 12oz (with 4-cell battery and AC adapter), 1lb 8.8oz (with 6-cell battery)

Following the suit of MSI, Samsung has also come up with NC10 dressed up in rose color. The hardware specifications have not undergone any change though except for the anti-germ keyboard. UK retailer dabs has it listed for £316 ($434) with VAT and a February 9 release date. [engadget]

Here are its specifications.

Manufacturer Samsung
Model name NC10
Model id NP-NC10
CPU type Intel Atom
CPU speed 1600 Mhz
Graphics Intel GMA 950
OS Windows XP Home
Display Size
10.2″ 1024 X 600
RAM 1024 MB
Hard Disk 160 GB
Battery capacity 57 (Wh)
Weight 1304gm / 46 oz.
Size (w/h/d mm) 262/185/31.0 mm
Size (w/h/d inches) 10.3/7.3/1.2
Physical Interfaces
Ethernet 10/100
Line-out / Headphone (3.5mm)
MIC-in
Multi-format card reader
USB2.0 (x3)
VGA
Wireless Interfaces
802.11b/g
BT 2.0 (On some models)
No Wireless WAN (e.g. 3G cellular)
Additional Specs and Accessories (can vary)
WebCam 1.3Mp

Although it was bound to be released in February, but ACER has released the big baby early.

At a little more than one kilo (1.18 kg), the new 10” Aspire One combines style, great features and a new form factor to provide the best combination of ultra-portability and maximum screen size for navigation and data input.

Designed for an optimal web browsing experience and Internet productivity, the 10” Aspire One includes a 10.1” WSVGA LED backlit display with a resolution of 1024×600 pixels that offers a broader vision for more convenient navigation. Integrated on top of the screen is the unique Acer Crystal Eye webcam optimized for poorly lit environments, a tiny window, tastefully encircled by a mirror rim, that keeps you connected to the world though live video streaming, video chats and conferences.

The 10” Aspire One comes with 802.11b/g WiFi and Acer Signal Up technology built-in as standard for easy access to available wireless networks. In addition is equipped with Bluetooth and can also be specified with a choice of embedded WiMAX or 3G wireless technologies for unlimited connectivity.

One nice improvement is the easy of expandability of RAM. In the 8.9″ model, it was not-so-easy for the end user to change the RAM, which actually required to remove the keyboard. In the current 10″ model, just unscrew a couple of screws to change the RAM. One more interesting feature is the inclusion of multiple format card reader. This is a nice addition when considering the fact that all the netbooks in the market come with just a SD card slot.

The screen resolution has not undergone any change. It is still WXGA (1024 x 600). Price is not known yet.

Need a manual for your 1000HE? Got stucked up somewhere? Get the manual to get the things sorted out:

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Valentines day is just around the corner. MSI has unveiled a special Valentine Day edition for it’s popular MSI Wind. There is a big heart on the bezel too. It is the perfect geekiest way of telling your love that how much you care for her.

From the hardware-perspective, there is no change in specifications:

Although, it is nice to know that it is coming with 6-cell battery as standard rather than the 3-cell battery.

Click here to know more about the MSI Wind Valentine Edition

There are many people who switch to Mac and are completely clueless on syncing their Windows Mobile device to their Mac as there is no Activesync application for the Mac. Fear not, SyncMate is now there to rescue. It offers complete synchronization solution for syncing your Windows Mobile device with your Mac. It lets you synchronize Favorites, Contacts, Calendar, Notes in mobile device with their analogues Bookmarks, Address Book, iCal, Stickies on Mac OS.

Here are some features of this application:

• iCal synchronization Calendar synchronization has never been so easy. Days, dates, years – you know everything. Never miss a day or a date! Synchronize calendar with SyncMate. Now you can sync your Google Calendar with SyncMate, too!
• Сontacts synchronization With SyncMate we tried to help you keep your address books organized, both on your PDA and on your Mac. You can simply synchronize your phone or Pocket PC with your Mac and voila! Your both address books are complete. Synchronize your Google Contacts, too!
• SMS reader Read all your text messages not even touching your mobile device! With SyncMate the whole list of your SMS is in front of you.
• Device info plugin The most exact information about your Pocket PC right at your fingertips – all you ever wanted to know about your Pocket PC.

There are two versions of it: Free and Expert version. Expert version, although not freeware but offers many advantages over the free version like synchronization of Bookmark, Folders, iPhoto, iTunes and Notes.

[http://www.sync-mac.com/syncmate.html]