Sony Ships Reader Daily Edition To Rival Nook And Kindle
Remember Sony's Reader Daily Edition? Sure you do. It just went up for pre-order around a month ago, and now Sony's biggest Kindle rival finally has a shot at dethroning the king. Yes, these units have finally started to ship, but honestly it may be a bit late to take advantage of the holiday shopping crowd. The good news is that pre-orders placed through Sony's own site through December 20th should get their units before Christmas, but everyone else will likely have to wrap an IOU and hope that goes over well.
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Racist HP Computers Lampooned By Store Employees
Evidently HP computers are racist, if you follow the rationale of this snarkily produced video. It shows how HP's webcam software, which is supposed to track the movements of a person's face, doesn't work too well if you're African American.Desi (African-American) and Wanda (Caucasian) appear to be workers in some sort of consumer electronics store.We're using the face-tracking software. So, it's supposed to follow me as I move. I'm black. I think my blackness is interfering with the computer's ability to follow
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Magellan Intros Own Car Kit For iPhone/iPod toch
Copycat companies are known to exist within the consumer electronics space, and while we wouldn't classify Magellan as one of those, there's no doubt that TomTom's initial attempt at a real-deal iPhone 3G GPS dock influenced the design of this one. The Magellan Car Kit for iPhone and iPod touch does exactly what you'd expect: it docks your iPod touch, iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS within your car, and it converts your smartphone into a route-spewing tool.The kit features an integrated GPS tuner, an amplified speaker,
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MSI Wind U135 Netbook Gets Intel Atom N450, Fancy Paint
CES 2010 hasn't even begun yet, but you wouldn't be able to tell judging by the amount of buzz going on currently in the laptop arena. Shortly after Intel pulled the covers away from their Atom N450 processor, we're already seeing the first few netbooks get announced with that very chip within.The latest to take the leap is MSI, who just unwrapped its new Special Edition Wind U135. The machine is essentially an updated version of the U130, sporting a new Color Film paint and Intel's newest Pinetrail-based platform.
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Broadcom's Next-Gen Crystal HD Tech Adds HD Prowess To New Atom
Intel's Pinetrail Atom N450 is on the loose, like it or not. There's no denying that CES 2010 will be a lot crazier because of it, but as we saw in our testing, it could use a little help on the HD video front. Today, Broadcom announced that its next-gen Crystal HD technology will be available to implement alongside the new Intel Atom CPU platform (yeah, that's Pinetrail), and when paired up, the two can supposedly provide "near flawless HD video" to the user. When it comes to netbooks, the one thing in terms
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Sprint Announces Combination 3G / 4G USB Modem
Sprint's 4G network is continuing to expand, but even the company realizes that you won't always be in an area with 4G speeds. To help meet the needs of users everywhere, Sprint announced a new combination 3G / 4G USB modem. As the second dual-mode 3G/4G USB device available from Sprint, the Sprint 3G/4G USB U301 provides access to 4G wireless speeds whenever available and 3G speeds in most other places. The new modem is compatible with both PCs and Macs. Advanced Features of the U301 Include: GPS enabled supporting
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NZXT Debuts Hades Gaming Chassis
NZXT Debuts Hades Gaming Chassis Newest member of NZXT’s Crafted Series features optimized airflow, premium expandability, and advanced control El Monte, CA – December 21, 2009 – NZXT, a company built on realizing the dreams of gamers worldwide, is proud to unveil Hades, a chassis that provides an array of advanced features for the most demanding PC enthusiast. Airflow is optimized with 5 fans(dual 200mm intake, 200 mm front fan, dual top 140mm fans, side 200mm fan, and rear 120mm exhaust). NZXT includes all
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Dell's New Inspiron Mini Gets Next-Gen Atom Tech
With more battery life and "stutter-free" HD video playback, Dell seems to be making a bid to make its Inspiron Mini 10 the go-top device for Internet TV watchers.The redesigned and amped-up netbook, with Intel's next-gen Atom technology will become available in January. With a 10.1-inch display, the Mini 10 can be personalized through Dell's Design Studio or just through the broad range of colors available, Dell said. The palm rest is textured and "smudge-resistant," and the keys are sculpted to make typing
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Corsair Releases Firmware With TRIM support For Performance SSDs
Corsair announced new firmware with TRIM support for its Performance Series P64, P128 and P256 solid-state drives. The new firmware and firmware update tool were developed by Samsung and rigorously tested by both Samsung and Corsair to help ensure smooth performance. Additional details are available below. Corsair® releases firmware with TRIM support for its Performance Series Solid-State Drives - New firmware, rigorously tested and qualified by Samsung® and Corsair, maintains optimal SSD performance
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Broadcom's Next-Gen Crystal HD Tech Adds HD Prowess To New Atom
Intel's Pinetrail Atom N450 is on the loose, like it or not. There's no denying that CES 2010 will be a lot crazier because of it, but as we saw in our testing, it could use a little help on the HD video front. Today, Broadcom announced that its next-gen Crystal HD technology will be available to implement alongside the new Intel Atom CPU platform (yeah, that's Pinetrail), and when paired up, the two can supposedly provide "near flawless HD video" to the user.
When it comes to netbooks, the one thing in terms of functionality that always holds it back is how it handles (or doesn't handle) multimedia. This new chip will be offered to OEMs who want to build machines that remedy that, and frankly, we're eager to see PC makers put it to good use. There's no telling what kind of price premium a Broadcom-equipped netbook will have, but if you're looking to watch HD videos and the like on your next low-cost machine, you probably won't mind shelling out a little bit more for the best experience.آ
Check out the demo on the HP Mini.آ It's impressive actually...
NextGeneration Broadcomآ® Crystal HD Technology Brings a High DefinitionMultimedia Experience to the Intelآ® Atomâ„¢ Processor Netbook PlatformآBroadcomto Provide Leading-Edge Video Playback on Select 2010 Netbook Platforms fromLeading OEMs
BroadcomCorporation (Nasdaq: BRCM), a global leader in semiconductors for wired andwireless communications, today announced that its CrystalHD technology will be available to OEMs wanting to deliver best-in-classvideo playback on the new Intelآ® Atomâ„¢ processor platform fornetbooks. The Broadcomآ® BCM70015Crystal HD solution will be offered as an option for OEMs designingnetbooks using the Intel Atom processor N450 and Intel NM10 Express chipsetplatform. Crystal HD technology provides netbook users with a rich multimediaexperience by enabling cost effective, quality playback of multi-format, highdefinition (HD) video and will be featured on select2010 netbook platforms from top-tier OEMs including Asus, Dell and Samsung.
Highlights/KeyFacts:
- Broadcom Crystal HD technology (based on the Broadcom BCM70015 single-chip HD video decoder) will be offered as an option for OEMs designing netbooks based on the new Intel Atom processor platform.
- The BCM70015 Crystal HD chip provides manufacturers with a low power, low cost solution that addresses one of the key performance challenges of netbook platforms: cost effective and quality playback of streaming HD video.
- Broadcom Crystal HD technology leverages the company’s widely deployed and field proven HD set-top box and consumer media player technologies to provide high quality video playback of multi-format (H.264/AVC, MPEG-2, VC-1, WMV9, MPEG-4, DivXآ®, Xvid and AVS) standard and high definition content for netbooks, enabling users to enjoy a mobile media experience with no frame drops or jitter. Broadcom Crystal HD technology:
oآ آ Provides one of the industry’s best lowpower, HD video playback experiences on low cost netbooks.
oآ آ Provides software support for Adobeآ®Flashآ® Player (v10.1), Windows Mediaآ® Player (v12), as well as supportfor other third-party media players including both commercial and open source.
- The Intel Atom processor N450, Intel NM10 Express chipset (formerly known as Pine Trail) is the next generation processor platform for netbooks and the entry-level desktop segment. This new two-chip platform integrates graphics and a memory controller onto the CPU, enabling lower power consumption, improved performance, and smaller, more compact designs in next generation netbooks and entry-level desktop PCs.
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Dan Eiref, VicePresident & General Manager, Broadcom’s Consumer Electronics Line ofBusiness“We recognize that OEMs have the desire to offer HDvideo playback on netbooks, and are pleased that Intel has validated Broadcomas an HD solution provider for the Intelآ® Atomâ„¢ platform fornetbooks. Our Crystal HD technology provides high quality video playback withina low power, low cost solution that will enhance the consumer netbook experiencein 2010.â€
NewBroadcomآ® Crystal HD Solution Brings High Definition Video to Netbooks
TechnologyGives Consumers One of the Best Low Power Multimedia Playback Experiences Availableon a Netbooks
BroadcomCorporation (Nasdaq: BRCM), a global leader in semiconductors for wired andwireless communications, today announced its next-generation CrystalHD solution that provides consumers with the most advanced, low cost, lowpower, high definition (HD) video playback available on a netbook. Providingaccessآ toآ personal offline video and qualityآ online HD content,such as user-generatedآ videos, streaming movies, and online television andHD news, from a low cost, low power netbookآ can present a technologychallenge for manufacturers. The new Broadcomآ® BCM70015 singlechip Crystal HD enhanced media accelerator solution breaks down thesenetbook cost and power barriers to provide an exceptional HD video experience.
Highlights/KeyFacts:
Broadcom Crystal HD technology gives netbookusers a rich multimedia experience by providing cost-effective, qualityplayback of HD video.
Broadcom’s BCM70015 single chip CrystalHD solution provides manufacturers with a highly integrated low power, low costsolution that addresses one of the key performance challenges on netbookplatforms: quality playback of online streaming HD video.
آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ The BCM70015 single chip high-definitionadvanced media processor also:
oآ آ Provides software support for Adobeآ®Flashآ® Player (v10.1), Windows Mediaآ® Player (v12), as well as supportfor other third-party media players including both commercial and open-source.
oآ آ Leverages Broadcom’s proven set-top box(STB) and consumer media player technologies to provide one of theindustry’s best HD media playback experiences on low cost netbooks.
oآ آ Is targeted for PC/x86 applications thatinclude the playback of streaming video, Blu-ray Discآ®, file-based contentand broadcast (and other TV sources).
oآ آ Is perfect for low cost netbooks, but is alsodesigned for use in notebooks as well as small form factor (SFF) and slimdesktops.
oآ آ Supports standard definition (SD) and HDmulti-format video decode of industry standard codecs (H.264/AVC, MPEG-2, VC-1,WMV9, MPEG-4, DivXآ®, Xvid and AVS), enabling users to enjoy a mobile mediaexperience with no frame drops or jitter, even under a heavy CPU load.
oآ آ Is optimized for motherboard designs and isalso available in the PCI Express mini-card module format.
Brian Pitstick, General Manager, Dell’s Mobile ProductsGroup
“People on the move have declared the Inspiron Mini afavorite companion device that enables Web surfing, email, listening to musicand sharing user-generated content in real time, wherever they are. Now theycan add rich, high definition entertainment experiences, including smooth HDvideo playback, powered by Broadcom Crystal HD technology.â€
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Racist HP Computers Lampooned By Store Employees
Evidently HP computers are racist, if you follow the rationale of this snarkily produced video. It shows how HP's webcam software, which is supposed to track the movements of a person's face, doesn't work too well if you're African American.Desi (African-American) and Wanda (Caucasian) appear to be workers in some sort of consumer electronics store.
We're using the face-tracking software. So, it's supposed to follow me as I move. I'm black. I think my blackness is interfering with the computer's ability to follow me. [...]It's pretty clear that the software seems to think Desi is invisible. At least Desi and Wanda seem to have a good sense of humor about the issue.
I'm going on record, and I'm sayin' it. Hewlett-Packard computers are racist. I said it. And the worst part is, I bought one for Christmas.
In that episode, Veridian Dynamics, their company, "installs new motion-sensor devices for lights and other uses that are unable to recognize black people." Thus, employees are locked into rooms, elevators, etc.
In reality, this seems to not be a joke, but rather, just a bug, albeit a hilarious one. HP believes its software is having "difficulty 'seeing' contrast in conditions where there is insufficient foreground lighting. At any rate, watch the video:
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NZXT Debuts Hades Gaming Chassis
El Monte, CA – December 21, 2009 – NZXT, a company built on realizing the dreams of gamers worldwide, is proud to unveil Hades, a chassis that provides an array of advanced features for the most demanding PC enthusiast. Airflow is optimized with 5 fans(dual 200mm intake, 200 mm front fan, dual top 140mm fans, side 200mm fan, and rear 120mm exhaust). NZXT includes all the fans with the exception of the top 140mm and also provides a dual fan 8W per channel controller giving enthusiasts freedom to manage intake and exhaust airflow. A three temperature display on the front panel allows the user to see the temperature inside the chassis even when the door is closed. Additionally, the meshed 5.25†bays, door, and bottom panel allows for air to naturally flow into the system with ease. “Enthusiasts and gamers have a lot to be excited about with the advanced airflow and control options that Hades brings to the table†said Johnny Hou, Chief Designer at NZXT. “With an array of options for limitless upgradeability, Hades has the performance and longevity that gamers desire.â€
NZXT Debuts Hades Gaming Chassis
Newest member of NZXT’s Crafted Series features optimized airflow, premium expandability, and advanced control
Hades also boasts premium expandability with up to nine 5.25†bay setup or five 5.25†and four 3.5.†It also features VGA clearance room for 300mm cards like the new ATI 5970. The punched side panel and motherboard tray with rubber grommets on the motherboard routing holes enables advanced wire management and quick CPU bracket removal. Additional advanced features include a solid state bracket allowing for two SSD drives, pre-drilled water cooling holes on the backplate, mounting holes for a dual radiator at the top, and a removable filter at the bottom PSU.;)
Hades is available now at an MSRP of $89.99.
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How video lovers enjoy video on iPod or iPhone (Mac)?
With the advent of iPods and iPhone with large screens that can play video, the iPod and iPhone have become a great mobile platform for watching video and TV shows. Whether it's commuting to work or taking longer trips on a bus across the country, an iPod or iPhone packed with video and TV shows can be a great way to pass the time for video lovers.
Part 1. Video conversion software - a perfect gift for video lovers
For video lovers with various video files, video conversion software can help them convert any video(including Youtube video) into iPod and iPhone compatible video files on Mac, including Snow Leopard, showing their friends and family exciting highlights of their winter vacation on their iPod or iPhone. There are many programs such as Quicktime Pro, Handbrake, Videora and iPod/iPhone Video Converter for Mac that do this, ranging from free to those that cost $20-$40. They vary in supported video formats and output quality, so try a free download and then make the right choice.
Part 2. Step-by-step guide for video lovers to enjoy video on iPod or iPhone (Mac)
Here's a tutorial that explains how to use a total video conversion program called iFunia Video Converter Pro for Mac to convert any video into iPod or iPhone MPEG-4 video files.
Step 1: Download iFunia Video Converter Pro for Mac
Video lovers can download iFunia Video Converter Pro using any of the links listed below:
* Download link1 from iFunia official site
* Download link2 from Softonic
* Download link3 from Tucows
Step 2: Source Setup
Run the program and click Add… button to select and open the video file you wish to convert. iFunia Video Converter Pro supports most of the popular video formats, so you can easily convert AVI to MP4, MKV to MP4, and even YouTube FLV video to iPhone/iPod MPEG-4 video.
Step 3: Destination Setup
The Destination section has 3 settings you can modify: Output format, file destination and codec settings. Just select a preset and iFunia Video Converter Pro will automatically fill in all the settings for you. Take iPhone for example, we suggest you select 'iPhone MPEG-4 (640*480) Video (*.mp4)', and set Video Codec as 'H.264', Resolution as '640*480', Bitrate as '768', Frame Rate as '30', Audio Codec as 'AAC'. This will give you a nice high quality file on iPhone small screens.
Step 4: Start converting video
Finally! Click on the Start button and stand back.The convert progress bar shows you how much of the encoding is completed. The encoding time will depend on several variables including: the duration of the video file, the speed of your computer, what other activity your computer is currently doing, the codec you selected (H264 or MP4) and the bitrate you set.
Step 5: Transfer/Sync video to your iPhone
1) Connect your iPhone or iPod to your computer using the cable it came with and open iTunes (Applications > iTunes).
2) Drag and drop the video file into your iTunes library, or select Add to Library... from the File menu.
3) Make sure the video file you just added to iTunes is in a Playlist that will get synced to your device.
4) Select "Sync"
5) The sync may take a few minutes. Once completed, the file should now be on your iPod or iPhone.
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Sony Ships Reader Daily Edition To Rival Nook And Kindle
Remember Sony's Reader Daily Edition? Sure you do. It just went up for pre-order around a month ago, and now Sony's biggest Kindle rival finally has a shot at dethroning the king. Yes, these units have finally started to ship, but honestly it may be a bit late to take advantage of the holiday shopping crowd.The good news is that pre-orders placed through Sony's own site through December 20th should get their units before Christmas, but everyone else will likely have to wrap an IOU and hope that goes over well. It's tough to judge just how in-demand this unit will be; Barnes & Noble's Nook seems to have the buzz going its direction, with many pre-order participants having to receive a $100 "oops" payment for not meeting the original pre-Christmas shipping deadline.
Oh well, if you're fuming, at least the Daily Edition will be sitting out there just begging for your business.
Key Facts
•آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ The new Reader Daily Edition is now shipping and pre-orders placed onSonyStyle.com through December 20 should begin arriving to customers’homes before Christmas.
•آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ The Reader Daily Edition provides wireless access to Sony’s Reader Store from most of the U.S.
•آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ Wireless access is provided by AT&T’s 3G mobile broadband network.
•آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Los Angeles Times and ChicagoTribune are currently available on the Reader Daily Edition.
•آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ Sony has agreements in place with a host of additional magazine and newspaper publishers that will be available soon
•آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ آ The Reader Daily Edition’s seven-inch wide, full touch screen displayprovides intuitive navigation and comfortable layout of content,including newspapers and magazines, in portrait or landscapeorientation.
For more details on the Reader Daily Edition please visit www.sonystyle.com;Sony’s online destination for book lovers - wordsmoveme.com; or theSony Electronics Community, which includes a corporate blog, video,photos, polls and profiles.
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Magellan Intros Own Car Kit For iPhone/iPod toch
Copycat companies are known to exist within the consumer electronics space, and while we wouldn't classify Magellan as one of those, there's no doubt that TomTom's initial attempt at a real-deal iPhone 3G GPS dock influenced the design of this one. The Magellan Car Kit for iPhone and iPod touch does exactly what you'd expect: it docks your iPod touch, iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS within your car, and it converts your smartphone into a route-spewing tool.The kit features an integrated GPS tuner, an amplified speaker, turn-by-turn directions, the ability to recharge the device while it's in use and an auxiliary audio output (for connection to your car stereo). Bluetooth is also included for hands-free calling, but you'll have to pay $129.99 in order to get it. The one major boon here is that Magellan doesn't restrict this to just one application, so it looks as if you can just bring any iPhone/iPod touch GPS application to the table and watch this work.
Features of the Premium Car Kit include the following:
- Secure vehicle mounting for iPhone or iPod touch
- Accommodates most silicon skins and hard shell cases
- Adjustablemount securely rotates iPhone to either portrait or landscape mode foroptimal positioning and widescreen route display
- Recharges battery via the vehicle power outlet
- Amplified speaker with volume control for loud and clear phone calls and directions
- Noise canceling microphone for full duplex speakerphone operation
- Auxiliary audio output (for connection to your car stereo)
- Works with all navigation applications (including the Magellan RoadMate for iPhone application)
- Bluetooth enables hands-free calling
Availablenow for pre-order, the car kit will retail for $129.99 and will beavailable at Amazon.com, Best Buy, and MagellanGPS.com.
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MSI Wind U135 Netbook Gets Intel Atom N450, Fancy Paint
CES 2010 hasn't even begun yet, but you wouldn't be able to tell judging by the amount of buzz going on currently in the laptop arena. Shortly after Intel pulled the covers away from their Atom N450 processor, we're already seeing the first few netbooks get announced with that very chip within.The latest to take the leap is MSI, who just unwrapped its new Special Edition Wind U135. The machine is essentially an updated version of the U130, sporting a new Color Film paint and Intel's newest Pinetrail-based platform. Windows 7 is naturally included, as is certification from the International WiMAX forum. You'll still get a chiclet keyboard, 20% larger touchpad, longer battery life and Intel's GMA3150 graphics.
Other specs include an NM10 Express Chipset, 2GB of DDR2-667 RAM, a 10" (1024x600) display, 160GB or 250GB 2.5" hard drive, no optical drive, a 4-in-1 multi-format card reader, 3 or 6-cell battery, 1.3MP webcam, Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Bluetooth 2.0 and Windows 7 Starter edition. There's no mention of a price or release date, but we're guessing early 2010.
Wind Millions Special Edition: Created for You with Stylish Refinement
Exceptionally Stylish Character:MSI Wind U135 and U130 both have extraordinary styling, incorporatingelements from trendy global products. The outer shell is treated withMSI's exclusive Color Film Print coating and features flowing silverlines and rippling water designs to create the U135 in four dazzlingcolors: Refined Silver, Wind Dancer Black, Trendy Blue, and Cherry Red.The U130 comes in two all-new standard colors: Angelic White and WindDancer Black. The U135 and U130, with their sparkling high-end feel,are also scratch-resistant and stay looking new after long periods ofuse.Attention to Detail, Original Taste:The U135 and U130 continue the outstanding tradition of MSI U Seriesnetbooks. With an exterior as light as it is sharp and an efficient 10"LED backlit display with 1024 x 600 screen resolution, web pages anddocuments can be viewed more easily in richer, more beautiful color. Inaddition, these two models do away with the straight lines and anglesof tech products, employing graceful curves and arched designs thatflow together in harmony. Underneath, the subtle three-dimensionalmaterial not only has practical anti-slip properties, but its luminouspresence also adds contrasting layers that reveal detail andextraordinary, original styling.
Absolute Comfort & A Perfect User Experience
MSI’s Exclusive Chiclet Keyboard:MSI's focuses on detail and is devoted to providing consumers with themost comfortable user experience. The Wind U135 features MSI'sexclusive Chiclet keyboard that uses an independent key design for morestable, quiet operation. At the same time, it gives the U135's exteriora more exquisite and artistic exterior that creates a sense ofparticular quality.
20% Wider Touch Pad:For the new generation Wind U135, MSI has specially incorporated awider touch pad. A 20% larger surface area allows for easier fingermovement. It is also a striking design symbol that helps these twomodels provide an even more flawless and comfortable user experience.Overall quality also results in a nimbler and more aestheticallypleasing presence.
Ultra-Long Battery Life*
The Newest Intelآ® ATOMTM processor N450:The Wind U135 and U130 both use the newest Intelآ® ATOMTM processor N450and a new generation single chipset architecture that providesextremely low consumption of 7 watts, increasing battery life by 15%and overall performance by 10%!
Exclusive MSI ECO Engine Technology:An efficient LED display and MSI's exclusive ECO Engine technology areeven more capable of bringing the new generation Intelآ® ATOMTMprocessor N450's special qualities into play and effectively increasingthe time these netbooks can be used. With ECO Engine technology, userscan choose from 5 power supply modes–Gaming, Movie, Presentation,Document and Turbo Battery–to customize the power supply based on userrequirements. This flexible allocation of power during use extendsendurance to its limits and gives the U135 and U130 all-day,uninterrupted, ultra-long battery life.
*Actual battery performance depends on operating circumstances and user settings.
The Extreme Limit of Current Generation Mobile Technology
International WiMAX Forum Certification:The U135 and U130 are not just nimble, smart, and stylish; they alsoinclude the latest current generation technologies. Both models support3.5G WiMAX communication technologies (optional) and they are the firstnetbook products on the market with the new generation Intelآ® ATOMTMprocessor N450 that have received International WiMAX ForumCertification.
802.11 b/g/n WLAN:What's more, these two models also have built-in 802.11 b/g/n WLAN,1.3MP webcams, V2.0 EDR Bluetooth, stereo speakers, and microphones.Plus, MSI's exclusive Easy Face, Webcam Companion, Visual Effect2, andPrint Creation software applications all help make your mobilecomputing lifestyle more exciting and convenient.
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Corsair Releases Firmware With TRIM support For Performance SSDs
Corsair announced new firmware with TRIM support for its Performance Series P64, P128 and P256 solid-state drives. The new firmware and firmware update tool were developed by Samsung and rigorously tested by both Samsung and Corsair to help ensure smooth performance. Additional details are available below.
Corsairآ® releases firmware with TRIM support for its Performance Series Solid-State Drives
- New firmware, rigorously tested and qualified by Samsungآ® and Corsair, maintains optimal SSD performance in Microsoftآ® Windowsآ® 7 operating systems -
FREMONT, California, December 21, 2009 — Corsair, a worldwide leader in high-performance computer and flash memory products, today announced that it has released firmware with TRIM support and a firmware update tool for its award-winning Performance Series P64, P128 and P256 solid-state drives.The firmware (revisionVBM19C1Q) and update tool were both developed by Samsung, and have been rigorously qualified by both Samsung and Corsair using a large number of test platforms, in conjunction with a controlled end-user BETA test of the new firmware.
"This new firmware release for Corsair's Performance Series SSDs adds support for the TRIM performance-maintenance command in Microsoft Windows 7, further enhancing what are already some of the fastest and most respected SSDs on the market," said Jim Carlton, VP of Marketing for Corsair. "While other SSD manufacturers have rushed out bug-ridden firmware and update tools, sometimes with disastrous consequences for end-users, Corsair refused to jump on the bandwagon. We took the time to rigorously test and quality our tools, ensuring that our users will have the best experience possible."
The new firmware and firmware update tool are available immediately from Corsair's Product Forum. The new firmware has been specifically designed to add support for the TRIM command in Windows 7, which enables the operating system to progressively 'clean' previously deleted or 'invalid' data from the drive's memory cells, automatically maintaining optimal performance over time. In addition to the end-user firmware update tool for existing owners, all new Corsair Performance Series solid-state drives currently have firmware VBM19C1Q pre-loaded by default.
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Dell's New Inspiron Mini Gets Next-Gen Atom Tech
With more battery life and "stutter-free" HD video playback, Dell seems to be making a bid to make its Inspiron Mini 10 the go-top device for Internet TV watchers.The redesigned and amped-up netbook, with Intel's next-gen Atomtechnology will become available in January. With a 10.1-inch display,the Mini 10 can be personalized through Dell's Design Studio or justthrough the broad range of colors available, Dell said. The palm restis textured and "smudge-resistant," and the keys are sculpted to maketyping
more comfortable. The battery will last up to 9.5 hours ofcontinuous operation, too.- Processor: New Intel Atom N450 at 1.66 GHz
- Display: 10.1-inch with standard (1024x600) or High Definition (1366x768) available in coming weeks
- Sound: Built-in speakers with available SRS Surround sound
- Video: HDTVtuner and location-aware GPS configurations available in coming weeks;bundles with Broadcom Crystal HD for smooth HD playback coming in Q1
- Wireless: Built-in 802.11 b/g with available Bluetooth and Mobile Broadband
- Memory: 1GB, though significant system memory may be used to support graphics; DDR2 memory at 800MHz
- 160GB Hard Drive; actual capacity varies with preloaded material and operating environment
- Battery: Choice of 3 or 6-cell integrated battery with up to 9.5hours of battery life. (Life of 9 hours and 34 minutes for the Mini 10Mobility bundle is achieved using Mobilemark2007 battery life testingbenchmark with a system configuration that includes 60WHr 6 cellbattery, Windows 7 Starter Operating system and 250GB Hard Drive)
- OS: Choice of Windows 7 Starter or Windows XP Home, Ubuntu option available in the coming weeks
- Weight: Starting at about 2.75 – 3.1 pounds.آ
Prices start at $299.
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Sprint Announces Combination 3G / 4G USB Modem
Sprint's 4G network is continuing to expand, but even the company realizes that you won't always be in an area with 4G speeds. To help meet the needs of users everywhere, Sprint announced a new combination 3G / 4G USB modem. As the second dual-mode 3G/4G USB device available from Sprint, the Sprint 3G/4G USB U301 provides access to 4G wireless speeds whenever available and 3G speeds in most other places. The new modem is compatible with both PCs and Macs. 
Advanced Features of the U301 Include:
- GPS enabled supporting Sprint Navigation, BlackBerry Maps and other GPS applications when using the Sprint 3G Mobile Broadband Network
- Employs 3G/4G wireless technology authentication and identification system for top-notch security
- Sprint SmartView software for connectivity to Sprint’s 3G and 4G network, as well as quick links for Sprint supported services and tools with an applications drop-down for ease of access to tools like Sprint Speed Test, the Digital Lounge and other pre-defined applications
- 4G data speeds (WiMAX) – Peak download speed of more than 10 Mbps; peak upload speed of 4 Mbps; average download speeds of 3-6 Mbps
- 3G data speeds (EVDO Rev A.) – Peak download speed of 3.1 Mbps; peak upload speed of 1.8 Mbps; average download speeds of 600Kbps–1.4 Mbps)
- Backwards compatible to the EVDO Rev. 0 and 1xRTT Networks
Specifications:
- Dimensions: 3.5 inches (h) x 1.27 inches (w) x 0.92 inch (d) (88.9 mm x 32.26 mm x 23.37 mm)
- Weight: 1.25 ounces (35.44 grams)
- Interface: Rotating USB 2.0 connector
- Chipset: QSC6085 and BCSM250
- Compatibility: Windowsآ® Vista, Windowsآ® XP, Windowsآ® 7 (compatible mode with SSV 2.28) MAC OSآ® 10.5 and 10.6 (Snow Leopard)
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