Xavier Lanier

Lenovo IdeaPad U350: Good Looks, Light and Affordable

u350_03-2Lenovo introduced the thin and light IdeaPad U350 today This notebook features a 13.3" display, measures less than an inch thick and weighs just 3.5 pounds. The IdeaPad U350 will be available starting in July for $649, which is pretty affordable compared to other good looking notebooks this size.

Lenovo IdeaPad S12 Hands On Video, First Notebook w/NVIDIA ION

s12_family_01Lenovo's officially introduced the first notebook to feature NVIDIA ION graphics. This new graphics platform offers outstanding graphics performance without sacrificing too much battery life. The IdeaPad S12 will be available in the U.S. soon for $449. I got a chance to play with a pre-production IdeaPad S12 and shot a quick video.
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Eee PC T91 Tablet PC Touch Demo

The Asus T91 is one of the most interesting Eee PCs out there. Asus has loaded it up with software specifically built for touch computing. Though I'm not a fan of the non-replaceable battery, I really like the photo album tool and how easy it is to swipe between the traditional Windows XP desktop and the touch-interface.

Sony VAIO Notebooks Star in Terminator Salvation

sony_vaio_uxSony VAIO notebooks seem to be the weapon of choice for heroes these days. In Terminator Salvation, John Conner (Christian Bale) and members of the Resistance rely on VAIO notebooks to fight Skynet.
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Travelers Want Power, Wi-Fi More Than Food

A new survey says that frequent travelers think Wi-Fi is more important than food at airports. The vast majority of frequent travelers carry both a smartphone and a notebook. The survey was sponsored by HP and American Airlines and details their most common frustrations with technology when traveling.

Easy Tech Tips for my Mom and Dad (and everyone else)

mom_dad_veniceAs someone who spends most of his waking hours attached to computers, I'm the guy in the family that everyone goes to for tech support and advice. My parents have been using computers for years, but like many others run into roadblocks on a regular basis. I've decided to start publishing my family and friend's computer questions, along with my answers from now on.

AT&T Expands 3G Netbook Program Nationwide

cing_logoAT&T's announced that it will beging selling Acer, Dell and Lenovo netbooks at its 2,200 retail locations and online statring this summer. The netbooks are are heavily subsidized by AT&T, but you do need to sign a two-year contract to get the discount.

Muzetto ‘Man Bags’ for Mobile Gear

muzetto_large_color_copper_mdWaterfield Deigns unveiled a new line of man bags for small notebooks and mobile devices. Made of distressed leather, these bags are targeted at stylish guys who have a little extra money to invest in a high-quality bag.

Survey: Workers Bringing Notebooks to Bed, Ignoring Spouses

According to a recent survey, workaholics are putting their notebooks ahead of their spouses in the bedroom. Of the survey respondents who work in bed, 57% are on their computers for between 2 and 6 hours per week in bed. Not surprisingly, the majority of their bed companions found their partners' gadget obsession "a very annoying habit". The survey found that 8% of people admitted that they spend more time on their mobile devices during the evening than talking to their partners.

Verizon MiFi – Looking Good for Mobile Pro

3543953920_19366ced88_mRob Bushway blogged about his first day with the Verizon MiFi router today at GottaBeMobile. The combo 3G card/WiFi router looks like it fits the bill for Rob's highly-mobile lifestyle. The MiFi seems like the perfect device for Rob, who uses a variety of mobile devices and always has a kid (or four) in tow. The MiFi router can be used to provide mobile broadband to up to five devices at a time.

Iomega Intros Slim eGo Portable Drives

ego-rubyred-ps-largeIomega introduced a new, slimmer lineup of eGo portable hard drives that offer a lot of protection. The new drives are less than a half-inch thick and weigh less than seven ounces. They come wrapped in anodized aluminum shells and can be safely dropped from a height of 51 inches.

Win a Trip to the NBA All-Star Game or to Celtic Games on Both Coasts

HP and Microsoft are teaming up with the NBA to promote the dv2 notebook. One lucky winner will win a trip to see the Boston Celtics play in Boston AND another game on the west coast. HP's also offering two trips to the 2010 NBA All Star Game in Dallas to readers of Notebooks.com and a handful of other blogs. All of these giveaways are part of Kevin Garnett's endorsement of the Pavilion dv2, HP's latest ultra-portable notebook.
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Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2 Hands On

I spent part of yesterday afternoon playing with the Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2. Lenovo's second netbook looks a lot sleeker than the original S10 and has several welcome upgrades. The IdeaPad S10-2 will start at $349 and come in four colors. An integrated 3G modem is available for an extra $50. I posted more of my thoughts over at GottaBeMobile.com.
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New Get a Mac Ad Pokes Fun at Microsoft’s Laptop Hunters Series

Apple released a new 'Get a Mac' ad that portrays a woman shopping for a computer. As she states her requirements, several dull PC guys are dismissed while the Mac guy smirks. All of the PCs walk away when she states she wants a computer that doesn't have a ton of headaches, leaving her with the Mac guy.

MSI X340 Reviewed

msix340_sh3Laptop Mag put the MSI X340 under the microscope and gave it a mixed review. The MSI X340 manages to match the MacBook Air's dimensions but its build quality leaves a lot to be desired.