Laptop and Notebook Computers

Gov't plans to double available wireless spectrum
AP – Mon Jun 28, 12:22 am ET

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WASHINGTON - The Obama administration said Sunday it intends to nearly double the available amount of wireless communications spectrum over the next 10 years in an effort to keep up with the ever-growing demand for high-speed video and data transmission to cell phones, laptops and other mobile devices. Full Story »
Speeds in Hotspots Catch up to Latest Smartphones
PC World – Thu Jun 24, 9:50 am ET

Many hotspots in Europe still use older Wi-Fi standards, but that is slowly changing, good news for owners of the growing number of smartphones and laptops that can access the Web using 802.11n. Full Story »
Acer Netbooks Tout Notebook Performance
PC World – Wed Jun 23, 1:40 pm ET

June has been a big month for Acer, which predicted it will become the world's top notebook seller this year as it released two new notebooks, four netbooks, and a series of desktops. Full Story »
HP to Sell $300 Netbook for Primary School Students
PC World – Wed Jun 23, 5:50 am ET

Hewlett-Packard has put its own spin on Intel's Classmate PC concept, offering a US$300 netbook aimed at students in primary schools. Full Story »
Hands On with HP's Kindergarten Netbook
PC Magazine – Wed Jun 23, 4:00 am ET

With the Intel Classmate PC and the Dell Latitude 2100 finding some success in the elementary school space, HP on Wednesday launched something comparable, called the Mini 100e. Full Story »
Give Your Laptop Superpowers
PC World – Mon Jun 21, 9:00 pm ET

Does your laptop seem more like Clark Kent than Superman? Whether your notebook is a few years old or brand-new, hardware upgrades and software tweaks can add functions or enhance its capabilities. Here are 15 tricks to give your laptop superpowers. Full Story »
Dell Reportedly Exploring Chrome OS for Laptops
NewsFactor – Mon Jun 21, 5:33 pm ET

Score one for Google Chrome, at least potentially. Dell is reportedly in talks with Google about using the forthcoming Chrome operating system on its laptops. A Reuters report cites Amit Midha, Dell's president for Greater China and South Asia, in an article that suggests Chrome may land on Dell machines. Full Story »
Dell Inspiron R Offers Distinctive Shape for Consumers
NewsFactor – Mon Jun 21, 1:58 pm ET

Dell on Monday rolled out new Inspiron R laptops that aim to help families stay connected, entertained and productive. Dell is playing up the photo- and video-sharing capabilities of the new laptops, positioning the line as a mobile entertainment hub complete with surround sound and a built-in webcam. Full Story »
Fastest Core I3 Processor From Intel Surfaces
PC World – Mon Jun 21, 12:30 pm ET

Intel is now offering its fastest dual-core Core i3 laptop processor to PC makers including Dell and Hewlett-Packard, which are selling laptops with the chip. Full Story »
Toshiba shows off 'concept' dual-touchscreen netbook
Ben Patterson – Mon Jun 21, 11:43 am ET

Just a couple of months after Microsoft announced it was ditching its plans for a dual-screen tablet, Toshiba is making waves with a dual-screen device of its own — a "concept" touchscreen netbook that's set for release in later this summer. Full Story »
Toshiba's Innovative Two-Screen Libretto Tablet: What You Need To Know
PC World – Mon Jun 21, 8:35 am ET

Toshiba announced on Monday a limited edition dual-touchscreen ultra-mobile PC (UMPC) running Windows 7 that will be available for purchase from select retailers later this summer. Called the Libretto W100, it could be a challenge to Apple's iPad, suggest some critics; however, unlike Apple's single-panel touchscreen computer, Toshiba's new UMPC sticks to the traditional clamshell design found in most laptops and netbooks. Toshiba did not announce pricing for the W100. Full Story »
Toshiba Parties with Android 'Smartbook,' Dual-Screen Netbook
PC World – Mon Jun 21, 3:00 am ET

Toshiba has spent the last 25 years refining the basic laptop design of flat screen, x86 processor, full-size keyboard and removable storage. Its Portégé R700 will continue that tradition when it goes on sale next quarter, but two other new portable computers Toshiba will release around the same time take the company in new directions. Full Story »
Dell Updates Inspiron R Laptops with New Design
PC Magazine – Fri Jun 18, 1:52 pm ET

Dell today introduced its new line of Inspiron R notebooks, complete with a new design and updated components. The Inspiron 14R, 15R, and 17R represent Dell's efforts to vamp up the look of its Inspiron line. Full Story »
Taiwan's top laptop maker raising China wages
AP – Fri Jun 18, 2:20 am ET

TAIPEI, Taiwan - Compal Electronics Inc., the world's largest contract laptop maker, said Friday that China's labor shortage and rising wages will pose a big challenge to it amid the recovery in the computer market. Full Story »
Clearwire Brings WiMax 4G/3G Hardware to Macs
PC World – Thu Jun 17, 3:20 pm ET

WiMax service provider Clearwire on Thursday introduced its first 4G/3G modem that works with Mac laptops, as well as its first Wi-Fi hotspots with integrated 4G or 4G/3G radios. Full Story »
Lenovo Offers IdeaPad Y560d Laptop with a 3-D Screen
NewsFactor – Thu Jun 17, 1:12 pm ET

Following in Acer's footsteps, Lenovo on Thursday introduced a 3-D laptop. The Lenovo IdeaPad Y560d is the company's first multimedia laptop with a 3-D display. Full Story »
Swedish Operators Go Against the Grain, Remove Data Caps
PC World – Thu Jun 17, 10:10 am ET

Not all operators are afraid of the growing amounts of data on their mobile networks. Two Swedish operators have removed the data cap for their most expensive mobile broadband plans for dongle-equipped laptops. Full Story »
Lenovo Tries Hand at 3D With New Laptop
PC World – Thu Jun 17, 7:20 am ET

PC maker Lenovo on Thursday announced its first 3D laptop, aimed at gamers and users who want to watch HD movies. Full Story »