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Dell has finally offered an all-in-one innovative solution for touch mobile computing. The company’s new tablet PC named XT2 is the industry’s first mobile computing device supporting natural gestures for navigation. You can now pinch or tap the screen for scrolling through large web pages, zooming images in and out, enlarging e-mails, rotate the photos, change the screen orientation and much more. This really makes UI very interesting and technologically advanced. Working with XT2’s multi-touch interface is so fun that you will forget to use keypad and touchpad.

The XT2 tablet has got a slim design and packs an ultra-thin power supply and battery pack. This gives the successor to the Dell Latitude XT even more battery power and allows it to last a long time. Moreover, you can use the XT2 as a stylish tablet or as a multi-functional notebook. The natural gestures like pinch, tap and two finger pan works with variety of day to day applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Earth, Acrobat and much more. Dell has also put emphasis on easy data management while developing the Latitude XT2. The company has installed all the necessary software tools and applications that offer an easy to use management console whilst hiding all the technical complexities.

XT2 tech specs

• Up to 1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo ULV SU9400 processor paired with Montevina chipset
• Integrated Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics
• Windows Vista Ultimate OS
• 12.1 inch (1280×800) multi-touch daylight viewable LCD display
• Digitiser pen, full size keyboard with touch pad
• Up to 5GB of DDR3 1066MHz RAM
• Up to 120GB 5400RPM SATA disk or 128GB SSD
• Wireless LAN, USB, FireWire, Expansion slot and much more

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The ASUSTeK Computer company has unveiled its new sub-notebook named N80Vc. This one has got great display capabilities, impressive processing speed and awesome sound quality. Asus is known for its Eee PC range of sub-notebooks because of the performance they offer. The N80Vc takes the portable computing to the next higher level and is aimed at those who don’t want to compromise with performance for style.

The Asus has installed an Intel Core 2 Duo T5800 processor plus a 3GB RAM in the device to enable high speed multi-tasking, glitch free gaming and smooth video transitions. You can watch high definition movies in full 1080p on its large 14 inch widescreen. The company has also packed an Nvidia Geforce 9300M GS graphics card with 512MB dedicated VRAM that makes it easier to enjoy DirectX 10 games on the go. Storage option too is impressive. The N80Vc sports a 320GB hard disk drive and there are variety of connectivity options including USB, WiFi and more.

Unfortunately, this device also suffers from some downsides. Because of its 14 inch widescreen display it becomes hefty and dimensionally big. The Asus N80VC’s screen is also reflective. So, you just can’t use it under direct sunlight or at any other place that is lit with loads of lights.

The Toshiba Portege M750 is the latest successor in the company’s Portege product line. This one has been optimised for those who want to shift between a traditional keyboard based netbook and touch screen enabled tablet on the go. It features a 12.1 inch dual input display that can instantly detect both the stylus as well as finger touch. This gives the user full freedom while navigating through the system.

Portege M750 is build around the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processor and packs 2GB DDR2 RAM and GMA 4500MHD integrated graphics. There is no dedicated graphics card. So if you are a pro gamer then the Portege M750 is of no use but if you want to work more efficiently and enhance the productivity then this machine is the mighty one. For storage and digital entertainment the Toshiba has incorporated a 160GB hard disk drive and a DVD burner. The built in graphics chip may not ensure high definition gaming but it can surely render crystal clear videos at high resolution. As far as connectivity options are concerned the Toshiba Portege M750 has got Intel Wi-Fi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/g/n) wireless module, Bluetooth, Gigabit Ethernet port, 56K modem, a pair of USB 2.0 ports, eSATA interface with Sleep and Charge option, one PC card slot, one 7 in one card reader, FireWire port and VGA connection.

Additional goodies include integrated web cam, fingerprint reader, PC health monitor, Easy Guard technology, 6 cell Lion battery pack and the energy efficient vPro technology.

The Classmate PC was Intel’s stupendous piece representing innovation, performance and great functionality. Now the company has unveiled the revamped version of the Classmate called the Classmate 2, which is a convertible laptop featuring a swivel display that can be rotated and fully folded on the keyboard to transform it into a touch screen device. The Classmate 2 is targeted at school children across the globe. The company believes that offering a touch screen enabled convertible PC can improve the learning process and overall education system.

The system can run on both Windows and Linux operating system and is being developed by various brands in different countries. It’s being produced by CTL and some others in USA, by NEC in France, ASI in Australia, Hanvon in China and by the CMS in UK. Just like most netbooks, including the popular Acer Aspire Aspire One 150L and Asus Eee PC product line, the Classmate 2 is also based on Intel’s much vaunted Atom chipset.

Intel’s European vice-president, Gordon Graylish says, “We now have over 40 companies developing the original Classmate, nine companies have started building the convertible, and there are 30 companies in 40 countries developing software as part of the Intel Learning Series Alliance. It’s not about the device, it’s about supporting the local language, the local culture, and local manufacturers who understand how the education system works. It’s about getting the right software environment, and making sure teachers are trained. The last thing we want is computers sitting in closets.”

Hunting for a laptop with an extreme hardware configuration? If yes, then there is no need to look past the new Qosmio X305. Developed by Toshiba, this newbie has got everything in abundance. Whether it’s processing power, memory, its graphics processing unit or anything else, the Qosmio X305 stands on top in every aspect. It is been made for hardcore entertainers and gamers. Those who are addicted to high definition cinema and latest the DirectX 10 games should consider the Toshiba’s Qosmio X305.

It packs an Intel Core 2 Extreme processor with four separate processing cores integrated on a single chip. Each core performs at a rate of 2.53 GHz. The RAM installed is of 4GB and the GPU section consists of two nVidia GeForce 9800M GTS video cards configured in SLI mode. Each of these cards has got a dedicated 512MB VRAM. Apart from this the Qosmio X305 also features an integrated graphics chip that can be used for doing normal tasks and save battery. Such a high configuration ensures glitch free super multitasking. The display size is 17 inches supporting resolution up to 1680 by 1050 pixels.

Connectivity options too are seamless. The Toshiba has imparted three USB 2.0 ports, one eSATA port, an Express Card 54 slot, FireWire interface, VGA, HDMI and all other necessary interfaces to its prized Toshiba Qosmio X305 laptop. You can connect it to any network (wired or wireless) and enjoy high speed networking.

Sony VAIO VGN-Z598U is an ultra-portable laptop with an impressive hardware configuration. It has been specifically designed for taking on resource hungry tasks. Speed, reliability and multi-tasking, these three features define the Sony VAIO VGN-Z598U perfectly.

The laptop’s processing core is powered by the Intel Core 2 Duo P9500 CPU running at 2.53 GHz. It also packs 4GB of main memory and an nVidia GeForce 9300M GS GPU that is dedicated to super graphics processing. The laptop is ideal for multi tasking, Adobe applications and DirectX 10 3D gaming. The best feature is that the laptop has also got a built in Intel graphics adapter that can be used when you are not playing 3D games, high definition movies or doing any imaging work. When you are working on the Intel’s GPU the laptop automatically goes in stamina mode and hence the battery run time increases significantly.

VAIO VGN-Z598U sports 13.1 inch widescreen display having 1600-by-900-pixel native resolution. Whilst other models, like the Sony Vaio VGN-FW21M, have larger screens, the VGN-Z598U’s small screen is actually an asset, since it makes the laptop more portable and less bulky. Moreover, the wide screen format is idea for watching movies in high definition at an aspect ratio of 16:10. Other goodies include Blu-Ray drive, 2 USB 2.0 ports, a FireWire jack, a PC Express card slot and a special keyboard that has got extra programmable keys besides the standard buttons.

The Acer Aspire 5735 is one the newbies in the mobile computing market. This one is developed by Acer and is targeted towards quality entertainment on the go. It features an ultra-wide 15.6-inch display. The colour reproductions are excellent and video scaling is simply awesome. Be it high resolution images, full length high definition movies, videos or 3D games, the Aspire 5735 can handle everything smoothly.

The core of Aspire 5735 is energised via 2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor. Besides, a 3GB main memory and 160GB HDD are also installed. The Acer Aspire 5735’s high speed processor and gigantic RAM ensure speedy multi-tasking, while the large capacity HDD provides enough room to store loads of data. A graphic chip is also embedded and is dedicated to complex pixel processing and shader support. The only thing that can let you down is the Super-TFT coating that makes the display highly reflective and almost ineffective under direct sunlight

Aspire 5735 also offers abroad array of connectivity options. It supports 802.11n Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet, Universal Serial Bus and equips one dual layer DVD burner and 5-in-one card reader. Due to exceptional contrast ratio, enhanced brightness and outstanding graphics processing the notebook sacrifices battery run-time.

MSI has rolled out its new gaming oriented laptop that perhaps is one of the best portable gaming machines on the planet yet. If you are damn serious gamer then you must have something powerful to play your favourite CPU draining games. Whilst laptops are not traditionally the domain of gamers, on account of their lower specifications, the MSI GT627 manages to deliver a performance worthy of many desktop PC gaming machines.

The MSI GT627 has got everything powerful in its compact casing. It is the compliment to other high-powered MSI laptops, like the MSI Megabook GX720. As a high-end model the MSI GT627 is potent enough to play Direct X 10.1 games on the go, and includes the best in processor speed, graphics, RAM and storage. It is build around Intel Core 2 Duo processor that is embedded on Intel PM45 Express Chipset that is quite good in carrying I/O instructions at a high speed. The main attraction of this portable game gear is the pre-installed NVIDIA Geforce 9800M GS 3D graphic card with dedicated 1GB DDR3 VRAM. To maintain the compact form factor the display size is finalised at 15.4 inches. However, due to heavy duty configuration the laptop gets a little hefty. So you have to cope up with that little extra pressure on your shoulders.

This gamer laptop supports high definition video scaling and offers unprecedented fluidity in on screen motions. Additional tech specs include a built-in 2 mega pixel camera and numerous connectivity options such as USB, expansion slots, Wi-Fi, HDMI etc.

The Asus U6V is much more powerful than most of the mobile computers, including the Eee PC line, coming from the ranks of Asus nowadays. It is ultra portable and comes with a price tag of £949 and experts are of the view that it is definitely worth that price. The Asus laptop is very handy and weighs just 1.7kgs. The 12.1 inch screen deserves all praises for its display quality. The display provided by the screens is outstanding and should deserve applause for the brightness, colour and contrast. The screen panel is ultra thin, flexible and stylish. It comes with the complete package, including a 250GB hard drive, and three cell battery which lasts for 124 minutes. There is also a nine cell battery, which extends the usage time to 426 minutes.

Asus U6V boots within one minute, which is quite a relief. The premium brown leather, which is laid on the palm rest is really soothing. This feature not only gives a classy touch to the notebook but also ensures adequate comfort. The silver finishing makes the notebook look trendy. The keyboard comes with big keys and makes the typing comfortable. The Asus U6V includes an Intel Core 2 Duo processor and allows the operation of Windows Vista. The 3D power, which it provides the users, is better than those available in the market. It also increases the performance by two fold thus giving a tough competition to its rivals. The 250GB hard drive provides large storage space and thus a lot of data can be stored. It also enables the users to play CDs and DVDs. Thus Asus U6V comes as a complete package.

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CES or the Consumer Electronics Show is one of the most popular trade shows held in Las Vegas. This year, the show was held between January 8th and 11th. Prominent companies feature all their latest products here. Reporters from all over cover this show which features the latest technological advancements in every electronic product segment. Thousands of products set for release are previewed for the benefit of the public.

The CES 2009 was no exception. A wide range of products were featured by a host of companies from all over the world. One significant aspect this year was the fall in the attendance strength as compared to previous years. However, the convention center in Las Vegas and the other venues such as suites, hotels, etc were filled with the latest unique and cool products.

One of the prominent and interesting booths was Intel’s, which featured a whole lot of demos such as MIDs, netbooks based on Atom, Centrino 2 notebooks, WiMax, Core i7 gaming, etc. The eyecatcher here was certainly the Atom Processor powered Classmate PC netbook from Intel, which can easily rival established models, like the Asus Eee PC 904 HD, with its many impressive performance features. With its rotating screen, the Intel Classmate PC even doubles up as a tablet PC. Deep Viewer is one of their new applications which were also demonstrated here.

NVidia displayed various items in their booth which had other partners too. Items on display here include the 3D glasses, GeForce graphics cards and the Ion SFF platform. An interesting upcoming product featured here is the BFG Phobos system. Phobos systems are Intel processors powered and priced at $3000m $5000 and $ 8000 based on the service level and configuration options.

Apart from these, other prominent products displayed here include LG’s OLED TVs and LED TVS. Wireless charging was showcased by companies like Fulton Innovation. One of the most popular advanced features which created a flutter is the Internet connectivity for televisions. Yahoo was the leader here giving out details of their plans to tie up with companies like Vizio, Toshiba, LG, Sony, Samsung, etc.