Microsoft just kicked off a special pricing deal for it’s Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade program. You can save nearly 40-percent to move a netbook from Starter Edition to Home Premium, for example. But there’s a catch and I think Microsoft ought to remove it. Read More »
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The technologies of mobile have evolved at a breakneck pace, and we’re entering a place where conventional and mobile tech begin to merge for those in the mainstream. Devices that can be untethered from the desktop, while remaining connected at broadband speeds, will soon be expected. Read More »
It sometimes feels that all notebook talk concerns those little, cheap devices known as netbooks. It’s time to change that with this announcement of a gaming notebook that is loaded for bear. The 15-inch power notebook adds a multitouch display to an already powerful package. Read More »
The ThinkPad Edge line combines many of the features that make the ThinkPad line a favorite with businesses, with other features that appeal to consumers. The result is a thin form factor with excellent consumer appeal. The 14-inch model starts at $599. Read More »
ASUS is expected to start shipping the T101MT netbook to the U.S. within the next few weeks. The device does offer a multitouch capable display, but you’ll need the right operating system to make use of the resistive touch screen. Read More »
The Viliv S10 Blade is a thin convertible netbook that redefines the term “sleek.” You’ll know what I mean once you view the video. Combining a multitouch swivel screen with augmented netbook components, Viliv has produced the smallest 10-inch netbook with a full keyboard. Read More »
Today I made a visit to the doctor that restored my hearing, a medical practice that is outfitted with Tablet PCs. In spite of having Tablet PCs everywhere I looked, all were being used as laptops. The pen functionality was not needed, and a wasted expense. Read More »
Korean mobile PC maker Viliv has been churning out handheld computers right and left. The Viliv product line covers all sizes of computers, from the 5-inch slate S5 to the new 10-inch S10 Blade convertible. Viliv computers will be available at Best Buy Mobile tomorrow. Read More »
The 11.6-inch high-res screen on the ThinkPad X100e is a nice touch for an ultra-portable, and the attention to detail is present throughout the design. The inclusion of an AMD processor is a concession to pricing, and I discuss my findings due to that design choice. Read More »
The end of another week is here so time to share my world with you. My home office, Mobile Tech Manor, was the scene of the arrival of two laptops this week. I didn’t mess around with my software tools as usual, I was too busy. Read More »
I’ve been working in a local coffee shop for an hour using the ThinkPad X100e laptop. I’m getting a lot of questions about the X100e, and it makes sense to do a brief Q&A session to shed further light on this small ThinkPad. Read More »
The race to get tablets to market has hit the lowly netbook sector, with several models already available and more likely on the way. I love me some slate goodness, and was delighted when Lenovo sent a IdeaPad S10-3t over for a test drive. Read More »
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