Acer Aspire 4755G 14-Inch Laptop

Check out this newly introduced 14-inch laptop from Acer, the Aspire 4755G. Based on the 2nd generation Intel Core processor, the system packs a 14-inch LED-backlit display, a NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M 2GB graphics card, up to 8GB DDR3 RAM, up to 750GB hard drive, an HD webcam, a DVD burner or Blu-ray drive, a card reader, WiFi, Bluetooth, a USB 3.0 port, an HDMI port and a 6-cell battery. Pricing info is still unknown at the moment. [PCLaunches]
source: TechFresh

Acer launching Tegra 2 powered laptop next week?

Various reports indicate that Acer is planning to release a “notebook” built with Nvidia's dual-core Tegra 2 processor clocked at 1 GHz. The company also intends to release an ultrabook packed with an Intel processor and tablets sporting Google's Android 3.2 “Honeycomb” OS.

The news arrives by way of company chairman and CEO J.T. Wang as he addressed concerns about the company dropping from the second world's largest PC manufacturer to the fourth largest during the second quarter of 2011. He said that to regain its lost market share, the company plans to adopt a new strategy to create “more value instead of pursuing volume growth.”

Wang said that the Tegra 2 notebook - which is more likely a netbook or a tablet-netbook hybrid similar to the Asus Eee Pad Transformer - will actually launch within the month. The Intel-based ultrabook is scheduled to hit the market in December. Currently there's no word on when the Honeycomb tablets will arrive.

In addition to revealing the devices, the Acer chairman stated that the company will return to profitability in Q3 2011 and should perform even better in the fourth, indicating that Acer may actually generate a profitable 2011 despite the disastrous second quarter.

Earlier this year, Acer's CEO Gianfranco Lanci stepped down from his position at the end of the first quarter. The resignation was followed by a $150 million charge against the company earnings to write-off a “high channel inventory and disputed accounts receivable in EMEA” due to “abnormalities in terms of channel inventory stored in freight forwarders' warehouses.”

Wang has reportedly declined a salary for his role as director and even waved off a 2010 bonus to help compensate for the $150 million expense. “With Acer's substantial loss in write-off, Wang deeply feels regretful of the current situation and will dedicate his efforts fully to investigating the reasons behind the loss and to improving internal management,” the company announced in June.

If Acer does indeed plan to release a Tegra 2 “laptop” during July, the company has just one week to do so. That said, we're eager to see what Acer will bring to the table next week.
source: 2DayBlog.com

Keep Your Laptop Safe with TechSafe

If you use your laptop in public a lot, you'd probably benefit from having a means to secure it against theft. Griffin offers the universal TechSafe Cable Lock System that uses the laptop's hinge as the attachment point, so it will work equally well with all laptops. You slide the patented hardened steel LockBlade through the hinge – which Griffin says is the strongest part of the laptop, then you attach the TechSafe Cable Lock to the LockBlade and a table leg. If there's not an easy way to attach the cable to a piece of furniture, you can use the optional Anchor Clamp. The TechSafe Cable Lock System is available at the Griffin online store. The Cable Lock is $29.99, and the Anchor Clamp is $19.99.
source: The Gadgeteer

New Timbuk2 Laptop Backpacks

From Timbuk2 are three brand spankin' new laptop backpacks. From left to right they are the Amnesia ($89), the TRACK II ($79) and the Superbad (regularly $60, currently on sale for $49). All made of ballistic nylon, all with lotsa smart organization features and all available in a multiple color schemes. Which one's your favorite?
source: The Gadgeteer

ASUS Lamborghini VX7SX 15.6-inch Laptop

Here's a look at another upcoming 15.6-inch laptop from ASUS, the Lamborghini VX7SX. Featuring the Lamborghini emblem on the lid of the machine, this powerful system is packed with a 15.6-inch 1920 x 1080 LED-backlit display, a 2.0GHz Intel Core i7-2360QM quad-core processor, a 1.5GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560M graphics card, up to 16GB DDR3 RAM, a 750GB hard drive or 500GB hybrid drive, a 2.0MP webcam, a DVD or Blu-ray drive, an 8-in-1 card reader, WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, a USB 3.0 port, an HDMI port and is pre-loaded with Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit OS. Price will start at 1,995 Euro (about $2,825). [LaptopSpec]
source: TechFresh

Deal of the Day - HP Pavilion dv6z Quad Edition AMD 2.3GHz Quad-core Laptop with Free 6GB RAM and Blu-ray Upgrades

Today's LogicBUY Deal is the redesigned HP Pavilion dv6z Quad Edition AMD A6 laptop starting at $599.99. Features: Aluminum chassis, 1.23" thick, 6.1 pounds, USB 3.0, TrueVision 3.0 HD webcam, 5-in-1 card reader, Beats Audio. Optional upgrades: A8 CPU, up to 16GB RAM, 1080p LCD. Free upgrades: 6GB DDR3 memory, Blu-ray, Computrace LoJack. Configure over $999 to use a 30% coupon code.

Base dv6z with free upgrades: $799.99 – $150 off – $50 coupon code = $599.99 with free shipping

High-end dv6z Quad A8 model with AMD Quad-Core A8-3500M processor, 15.6" diagonal full HD HP anti-glare LED (1920 X 1080) and free upgrades: $999.99 - 30% coupon = $699.99 with free shipping.

This deal expires July 14, 2011 or sooner. Check the above link for more details on this deal, and check the LogicBUY home page for other deals.
source: The Gadgeteer

Dell adds 4G LTE support to its Latitude E6420 laptop

Dell's Latitude business laptops have been a pretty popular choice when it comes to mobile solutions for the working professional, and now the Latitude E6420 has just gotten even sweeter. Today, Dell announced that it will be adding a new configuration option to the Latitude E6420 laptop: support for Verizon's 4G LTE network. Users that purchase the laptop will be able to get it with 4G LTE out of the box - eliminating the need of purchasing a separate 4G modem from Verizon.

This means that you'll be able to download files at blazing speeds (be it for work or entertainment) even when you're on the go: something to consider if you work with a lot of heavy files that need transferring, or if you work on the cloud all the time. The Dell Latitude E6420 is a customizable laptop, with specs ranging from Intel Core i3 to i7 processors, up to 8GB of DDR3 SDRAM, Intel HD Graphics 3000 or NVIDIA NVS 4200M, a 14? display (touch optional) and more. Head over to the Dell website to find out more.
source: Ubergizmo

GadgiT-Mat Laptop Mouse Platform

If you're the type that spends long hours using a laptop, then perhaps the track pad on the laptop may not be the most ergonomical solution for you. There are also probably some users out there who just in general prefer using a mouse over a track pad, as a mouse tends to be faster and more precise. The downside is that due to the portability of laptops, the use of a mouse would require a flat surface, which may not always be possible. That's where the GadgiT-Mat Laptop Mouse Platform will probably come in handy.

It basically acts as an extension to your laptop, with a clamp that clamps onto your laptop, and all you would have to do is slide the platform into place. Naturally laptops come in various sizes and thickness, but the clamp is said to be able to be adjusted to varying levels of thickness.

It also comes with a gel pad for you to rest your wrists on, to prevent strain, and because it is elevated, it does not block access to your DVD drive or USB ports. If that sounds like something you would be interested in having as an accessory for your laptop, the GadgiT-Mat Laptop Mouse Platform is currently retailing at 20 GBP (about $32).
source: Ubergizmo

Lenovo IdeaPad Z575 15.6-Inch Laptop

Lenovo has dropped a new 15.6-inch laptop ‘IdeaPad Z575' for the mass market. Powered by either a 2.4GHz AMD E2-3000M, 2.5GHz AMD A4-3300M or 2.3GHz AMD A6-3400M APU processor, the system is packed with a 15.6-inch 1366 x 768 LED-backlit display, an optional AMD Radeon HD 6380G, Radeon HD 6480G or Radeon HD 6520G graphics card, up to 4GB RAM, up to 750GB hard drive, a 0.3MP webcam, a DVD writer, a 5-in-1 card reader, WiFi, Bluetooth (optional), an HDMI port, a 6-cell battery and runs on Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit OS. Price starts at $529.
source: TechFresh

Acer reveals WiDi-packed Aspire 5755 laptop for the UK

Although it doesn't pack full HD visuals with its 15.6-inch display at a 1366 x 768 resolution, one impressive feature about the 5755 is the built-in WiDi (Wireless Display technology), so you can easily view movies on a larger display without having to worry about cables strung across your living room.

Other specs include Intel Core processors up to a Core i7-2820QM, NVIDIA's Optimus-enabled GeForce GT 540M graphics, up to 8GB of RAM, up to 1TB of storage, and it's available with either a Blu-ray or DVD drive.

The 5755 is currently UK only and starts at £899 (about $1,440). We can only hope we'll see this coming stateside sometime in the future.
source: Akihabara News

HP Pavilion 2000-210US Budget Laptop

Hewlett-Packard (HP) has quietly released a new budget notebook namely the Pavilion 2000-210US. This affordable notebook has a charcoal gray chassis and a glossy BrightView screen. Based on the Intel Pentium P6200 dual-core CPU, the HP Pavilion 2000-210US features an Intel HD graphics, a 3GB RAM, a 320GB HDD, a DVD burner, a webcam, and the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium OS. Other specs include three USB 2.0 connectors, a VGA output, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, a media card reader, and a multi-touch trackpad. The HP Pavilion 2000-210US is priced at $428 at Walmart. [Laptoping]
source: TechFresh

ASUS G74Sx Gaming Laptop

Gaming rigs are usually desired for their pumped up specs. But that doesn't necessarily mean that they have to be big, like a desktop rig big. Even gaming notebooks like the new ASUS G74Sx Gaming Laptop has features fitting for a desktop PC but encased in a notebook.

The ASUS G74Sx Gaming Notebook features a 2nd generation Intel core i7 CPU coupled with a NVIDIA GTX 560M GPU with 3GB GDDR5 VRAM to provide all the gaming power the user needs. Tests made on this gaming rig makes it the current fastest notebook in the land. It also supports the new Microsoft DirectX 11 graphics, ensuring that gaming experience need not lag behind.

The new ASUS G74Sx Gaming Notebook also features support for 3D video and audio. It comes with the NVIDIA 3D Vision and 3DTV Play Technology to make sure that gamers can enjoy videos in 3D or, if a larger screen is needed, can use it to connect to a larger size 3D-enabled HDTV for a bigger experience. Other features include up to 1.5 TB HDD or SSD storage options, DVD or Blu Ray playback options and on-the-fly overclocking. The ASUS G74Sx is now available in the US and starts at a base price of US$1,500.
source: Gadget.com

Acer Aspire 5755 15.6-Inch Multimedia Laptop

Acer has come out with another multimedia laptop called the Aspire 5755. The system packs a 15.6-inch 1366 x 768 LED-backlit display, up to Intel Core i7-2820QM processor, a NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M graphics, up to 8GB DDR3 RAM, up to 1TB hard drive, a Blu-ray / DVD drive, an HDMI port and a built-in Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) technology for viewing movies on a larger display. Price starts at 899 GBP (about $1,440). [TechDigest]
source: TechFresh

Maingear Clutch-15 Laptop With GeForce GT 525M

Maingear is bringing you the updated version of its Clutch-15 laptop that comes equipped with a NVIDIA GeForce GT 525M 1GB graphics card (w/ Optimus Technology). So here are the complete specs: a 15.6-inch 1366 x 768 LED-backlit display, up to 2.6GHz Intel Core i5-2540M processor, up to 8GB DDR3 RAM, up to 750GB HDD or 600GB SSD, a 1.4MP webcam, a DVD writer, a 3-in-1 memory card reader, WiFi, Bluetooth, an HDMI port, a 4-cell battery and Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit OS. Price starts at $1,029. [Product Page]
source: TechFresh

ASUS Automobili Lamborghini VX7 Laptop

ASUS today launched the Automobili Lamborghini VX7 in the UK market. The laptop features an Intel quad core Core i7 processor, an nVidia GeForce GTX 460M graphics, a 15.6-inch LCD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, an 8GB of DDR3 RAM (up to 16GB), two 750GB hard disk drives, a Blu-ray combo drive, the Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit OS and USB 3.0. Available in orange or black, the ASUS Automobili Lamborghini VX7 laptop is priced at £1,999 ($3,175). [ASUS]
source: TechFresh

Deal of the Day - Dell Inspiron 15R 15.6' Core i3 Laptop

Today's LogicBUY deal is the Dell Inspiron 15.6x15R Core i3 laptop for $399.99. Features: Intel Core i3-380M 2.53GHz cpu, 3GB DDR3 memory, 320GB hard drive, 8X DVD+/-RW, 802.11n WiFi, 1.3MP webcam, HD Audio 2.0 with SRS Premium Sound, Intel HD graphics, 6-cell battery, MS Office 2010 Starter Edition, Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit).

$519.99 – $70 off – $50 coupon code = $399.99 with free shipping.

This deal expires July 11, 2011 or sooner. Check the above link for more details on this deal, and check the LogicBUY home page for other deals.

source: The Gadgeteer

Gateway crams 14” screen into 13” laptop

Thursday Gateway said that it revamped its ID Series and NV Series of notebooks with “stylish designs” and the latest in mobile technology. But the company also said that it managed to cram a 14-inch HD widescreen backlit LED display - with full edge-to-edge glass thank you very much - into a chassis typically used for smaller 13.3-inch models. We're not talking about clown car physics here, but close.

The laptop with the ultra-tight chassis is the Gateway ID47 and arrives in either an “Infinity Blue Liquid” or a “Brushed Platinum” design, depending on your fancy, both of which sport an aluminum cover with a stainless steel laser-engraved logo. There are also three tasty models to choose, ranging from $679.99 to $699.99. All three offer Windows 7 Home Premium, second generation Core i5 and i3 processors, 4 GB of RAM, integrated Intel HD graphics, Dolby Home Theater, HDMI output and more.

“The fashionable look and feel of the new Gateway ID Series is the perfect complement for today's on-the-go savvy computer user,” the company said. “The sculpted edges, elegant blend of finishes and sleek form factor of the ID Series will inspire creativity for digital media creation and enjoyment as well as fluid social networking.”

Gateway's revamped NV Series isn't quite as “snug” as the ID Series, but the 15.6-inch HD widescreen LED-backlit display makes up for size difference offering a cinematic view of your favorite movies, games and websites. This series features either a subtle geometric pattern or the digital wave pattern on the matte chassis lid.

Thursday the company pointed out the new NV57 Series, but the only one currently listed its the NV57H13u which features a dual-core Intel Core i3-2310M @ 2.10 GHz, 4 GB of RAM, a 640 GB HDD and an Intel HD 3000 GPU with 128 MB of dedicated system memory. Gateway also mentioned the NV55 series: nine laptops with processors ranging from the dual-core Intel Pentium P6200 to the dual-core Intel Core i3 to the AMD A8-3500M, all of which range from $449.99 to $629.99.

Gateway also added that the ID Series and NV Series both feature USB 3.0 ports, single-touch backup, quick-use hotkeys for social networking, integrated 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi Certified connectivity, integrated HD 1.3MP webcams and PowerSmart Technology for extra-long battery uptime. The Gateway ID notebooks are available at retailers now in the United States and Canada, but the Gateway NV notebooks are available at retailers now only in the United States.
source: 2DayBlog.com

Lenovo G570 Laptop Review

The Lenovo G570 is a 15-inch laptop that features a glossy lid and a metal palm rest. Measuring 14.8-inch x 9.8-inch x 1.3-inch and weighing 5.2 pounds, the laptop provides a 2.3GHz Intel Core i5-2410M CPU, a 4GB of RAM, a 500GB 5,400-rpm hard disk drive, and an Intel Integrated HD Graphics 3000 GPU. The G570 comes with a glossy and bright 15.6-inch anti-glare widescreen display with a native resolution of 1366 x 768. Here is the verdict:

The Lenovo G570 offers a solid computing experience, but it's not our favorite 15-inch laptop. For $749, you get a comfy typing experience, strong overall performance, and one of the fastest boot times we've seen on a Windows machine. However, the smudge-prone lid is a turn-off, and you don't get USB 3.0. For about the same price, the HP Pavilion dv6t offers a more stylish metal design, discrete graphics, and Beats audio to boot. The Lenovo G570 is worth a look, but you can do better.
source: TechFresh

MSI GT780 Gaming Laptop Gets GeForce GTX 570M

MSI is about to release an updated version of its GT780 gaming laptop that comes equipped with a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570M graphics card. This updated version features a 17.3-inch 1920 x 1080 LED-backlit display, a 2.0GHz Intel Core i7-2630QM processor, a 16GB RAM, two 320GB hard drives or 120GB SSD combined with 750GB HDD, a DVD writer or Blu-ray drive, a 7-in-1 card reader, WiFi, Bluetooth, two USB 3.0 ports, an HDMI port and a 9-cell battery. The MSI GT780 is scheduled to hit Europe in August or September. [Notebook Italia]
source: TechFresh

HP Pavilion dv6z Quad laptop with AMD Llano innards goes on sale starting at $650

AMD's Llano platform might not satisfy everyone's power-lust when housed in a desktop, but stick one of these all-in-one beauties in a laptop and you're good to go. The new HP Pavilion dv6z Quad notebook — one of 11 new Fusion-powered models from HP — is a case in point, having just arrived at the company's online store.

The base model promises battery life of up to almost six hours, “discrete-class” integrated Radeon graphics with 512MB of video memory, and a 1.4GHz quad-core processor that can be clocked up to 2.3GHz using AMD's Turbo technology.

Also, there's the real benefit of switching to AMD: that base configuration costs just $650, versus a minimum of $999 for the Intel-equipped dv6t. For the money, you'll also get 6GB of DDR3 memory, a 640GB 5400rpm HDD, a 1366 x 768 display (yes, a glossy one), HDMI output, and a pair of USB 3.0 ports in addition to two of the USB 2.0 variety.

We ought to clarify that the sexy steel gray version on the left will cost you $25 extra, but hey, it's totally worth the extra to look slightly different from all the zerglings around.
source: 2DayBlog.com