iWeb 2.0 Laptop Concept

The iWeb 2.0 laptop concept is designed by Yang Yongchang and it has Utopian concepts with really drool-worthy features! Here are a few photos:

It would be even more usefully if it would have the option to fold the screen completely to the back so that it would become a touch tablet. Via YankoDesign

Sony’s updated range of “Signature Collection” laptops includes this flashy space-themed Vaio FW. The 16.4-incher starts at $810, which gets you Windows 7, a 2.2GHz Core 2 Duo processor, 2GB RAM, 250GB storage, and 512MB ATI 4650 graphics.

At that price, you’ll only get a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, but specs scale all the way up to Blu-ray, a 3.0GHz Core 2 Duo T9900 processor, 8GB of RAM, and 500GB hard disk. The FW can also be picked up without the Nebula motif for the same price.
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Besides being made of “environmentally friendly fabrics”, the sleeves are pretty well padded (hemp has a lot of cushioning, it seems) and have an “earthy” feel. If you’re the type of person who likes to advertise your love of things that come from the ground, while at the same time protecting your electronics investment, you could do worse. And at $30ish each, it’s not like they’re overcharging you for being green either.

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Nokia Booklet 3G overview

• Up to 12 hours of usage time
• Last for a heavy work day
• Windows 7 and Intel Atom processor
• Charge it and go – no need to worry about taking your charger with you

Sleek, robust design

• A stylish, premium design with a chassis made from a single piece of machined aluminum
• 19.9 mm thin
• Three different colors at launch: black, ice (white) and azure (blue)

Seamless connectivity

• Inbuilt WLAN and WWAN enable connectivity to the Internet anywhere a WiFi or cellular network connection is found
• 3G/ HSPA with hot swappable simcard

Dimensions

• Weight (max) 1250 g
• Dimensions (max) 264 x 185 x 19.9 mm

Connectivity

• 802.11 b/g/n, 2T2R
• BT 2.1 + EDR
• Inbuilt 3G modem (data calls only). Different variants: WCDMA: 850/1900/2100 or WCDMA 900/2100 or no modem.
• All modem variants have GSM and GPRS
• Assisted-GPS

For a full list of specification you can visit the official page.

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You can also watch a video of the Nokia Booklet 3G.

Planned Specifications:

• 2 LED backlit display screens
• Windows VISTA/ WIN XP PRO (optional) – I wonder why
• Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 2.26-GHz
• 4 GB of RAM (2GB DDR2 SO-DIMM x 2)
• 320GB 7200-rpm HD
• NVIDIA® GeForce® 9800M GT with 512MB dedicated memory (or)
• NVIDIA® Quadro FX 1700M Graphics with 512MB dedicated memory
• 9-cell battery
• IEEE 1394 1 Graphics Card Output (15-pin, D-Sub) X 1, HDMI X 1 Mic-in X 1, Line-in x 1, Headphone X 1 PCI Express Card X 1 AC Power Adaptor Output: 19V DC, 90W Input: 100~240V AC, 50/60Hz universal Battery Pack Li-ion 9 cells

The gScreen Spacebook is the first dual screen laptop with two 15.4-inch identical screens and a full-size keyboard, built into one laptop unit.

As an established manufacturer of high performance audio cards, ASUS has always been at the forefront of delivering the best in audio entertainment technology to its consumers. Today, ASUS is proud to announce the launch of its first ever multimedia speaker series. The ASUS uBoom and uBoom Q sound-bar speakers are designed to provide high fidelity audio and heart-thumping bass via a maze-like reflex port, which is then channeled through speakers designed to place the user in the audio sweet-spot. For added convenience and mobility, both the ASUS uBoom and uBoom Q sound-bar speakers feature USB 2.0 connectivity for audio output. The uBoom Q also draws its power via the USB 2.0 port, effectively eliminating the need for an adapter and the numerous wires often associated with conventional speaker set-ups and providing high fidelity audio reproduction while on-the-move.

Cylindrical in design, the ASUS uBoom doubles as a notebook dock which offers a greater amount of air-flow for more effective heat dispersion. Its full aluminum body eliminates unwanted overtones, thus delivering a wholly satisfying listening experience for videos, movies and games.

Both the ASUS uBoom and uBoom Q sound-bar speakers are designed to bring ease-of-use and convenience to users while on-the-move. 50% smaller than conventional 2.1 speaker set-ups, the ASUS uBoom and uBoom Q sound-bar speakers connect directly to the back of the notebook via USB 2.0. They effectively replace the onboard sound with a high fidelity codec for enhanced audio enjoyment. The ASUS uBoom Q also draws its power from the same USB 2.0 port, effectively eliminating the need for a power adapter, wires and cables, further reinforcing its mobile audio entertainment capabilities.

No word on the price yet but I’ll surely get me one.

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Though he’s gutted the same Gateway 1775W laptop with 17-inch (1280 by 720) display, he writes that this design is from scratch, and has the following new features:

• Built-in Ethernet port
• Built-in WiFi adapter
• Digital pushbutton volume control rather than a clunky knob. Different, better sounding audio amp
• Flush-mount DVD door and side panels (such as the memory card slots)
• IR sensor for the remote control.
• Two user USB ports
• More air holes
• Jasper motherboard

Check out the video for more

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Jim wrote an interesting post about updating the bios on his Compaq laptop and it turns out that the wireless connection didn’t stay on and it’s button didn’t work after a bios update. You can read more about this here.

You can find a lot of interesting topics on his blog and I suggest you subscribe to his RSS feed.

Here are some examples of laser engraved laptops:

What would you engrave on your laptop and why ?

The Cryo S features two 120mm fans that are adjustable and can be be used with any notebook that’s up to 15-inches. The top is coated in rubber, which helps keep the notebook elevated a bit and allows for more ample airflow.

You can connect the Cryo S by means of USB or an AC adapter. It also contains two USB ports for added connectivity. And since many gamers are concerned with the overall style of their computer accessories, you can rest assured this one is sleek and nice to look at. You can get the NZXT Cryo S Newegg.com for $49.99.