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Dell Precision M4300, the new notebook in company’s mobile workstation lineup, has been unveiled today. The 15.4-inch M4300 features Intel “Santa Rosa” notebook PC platform and NVIDIA’s Quadro FX graphics solution.
The Precision M4300, a successor of the Precision M65 model, is offered with Core 2 Duo T7100, T7300, T7500, and T7700 processor and a discrete Quadro FX 360M 256MB video card designed for graphically-demanding applications like 3D modeling and video-editing. This graphics card manages the 15.4″ widescreen display, which is offered in three versions: WUXGA UltraSharp (200 nits) with 1920×1200 resolution, WSXGA+ UltraSharp TrueLife (200 nits) with 1680×1050, or WXGA (220 nits) with 1280×800 resolution.
The notebook supports up to 4GB of DDR2 memory. However, for utilization of more than 3GB of RAM, a 64-bit operating system is a must. The Precision M4300 comes with up to 160GB SATA hard drive at 7200rpm or with up to 32GB solid state drive. This system has module bay, which can be populated with an optical drive, a secondary HDD, a secondary battery, or left empty. The PC maker also offers the 1GB Intel Turbo Memory option with this laptop.
Regarding connectivity, Dell Precision M4300, has a wireless LAN with optional support for the 802.11n draft WiFi standard, a Gigabit Ethernet, a 56k modem, and provides a variety of EVDO and HSDPA broadband wireless choices. Additionally, it has an optional Bluetooth.
The M4300 mobile workstation has both PC Card and ExpressCard slots, as well as three standard USB ports, a powered USB port for D/Bay external modular bay, a Firewire, VGA and S-Video outputs, a Serial port, and a docking connector.
For enhanced security, the laptop features integrated Smart Card reader, Trusted Platform Module 1.2 and optional fingerprint reader. There is also Wave Embassy Trust Suite security software.
Dell’s new Precision notebook starts at $2,034 and comes with Windows Vista or Windows XP Professional operating systems, both in 32-bit and 64-bit versions.
The product pages do not provide the information on M4300’s weight. The previous M65 model starts at 6.2 lbs.
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July 2nd, 2007
Dell has released the new Intel-based Dell Inspiron 1520 and AMD-powered Inspiron 1521 15.4-inch consumer laptops.
Dell Inspiron 1520 is built on Intel ?“Santa Rosa?” notebook platform and is offered with Core 2 Duo T5250, T5450, T7100, T7300, and T7500 processors. These CPUs have clock speeds ranging from 1.5GHz to 2.2GHz and 800MHz front side bus. The 1520 models with GM965 chipset feature the integrated Intel X3100 graphics, while those based on PM965 chipset come with dedicated NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS 128MB or NVIDIA GeForce 8600M WP 256MB card.
The Inspiron 1521 is based on AMD ATI M690T chipset paired with one of the dual core AMD Turion 64 X2 processors, providing speeds from 1.8GHz to 2.2GHz. Later, there will be also an option of dual core AMD Athlon 64 X2 CPU at 1.7GHz reportedly. The Dell 1521 has the integrated ATI Mobility Radeon X1270 video solution.
According to official product pages, 1520 and 1521 notebooks have 15.4-inch widescreen displays and enable choice of 1280?—800 or 1440?—900 screen resolutions. These laptops support SATA hard drives (up to 160GB offered) and initially come with up to 4GB of system memory, while the 8GB memory and hybrid hard drive options will be available later, according to earlier reports. The notebooks ship with DVD burners. When configured with a dedicated graphics card, Dell Inspiron 1520 models have a Blu-Ray optical drive option.
Regarding networking and communications, the new Inspirons provide wireless LAN, including the latest 802.11n draft standard, as well as Ethernet LAN, a 56k modem, an optional Bluetooth, and an optional EVDO and HSDPA wireless broadband connections.
Each 1520/1521 notebook has four USB ports, ExpressCard slot, Firewire, an optional Infrared, S-Video out, VGA out, and an optional 2 megapixel web camera.
With 6-cell batteries, these notebooks weigh approximately 6.4lbs and feature refreshed chassis design providing the eight color choices.
Dell Inspiron 1520 and 1521 start at and $899 and $769 respectively, and come with Windows Vista operating system.
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This article has been published on 06/13/2007 and updated with the official information on 06/26/2007.
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July 2nd, 2007
Dell Inc. has unveiled its new 17-inch Dell Inspiron 1720 and Inspiron 1721 laptops, based on Intel’s and AMD’s chipsets and processors respectively.
The Inspiron 1720 is built on Intel ?“Santa Rosa?” notebook platform and is offered with Core 2 Duo T5250, T5450, T7100, T7300, and T7500 CPUs. These processors have clock speeds ranging from 1.5GHz to 2.2GHz and 800MHz FSB. The 1720 model with GM965 chipset features integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X3100, while the same notebook based on Intel PM965 chipset provides a choice of dedicated NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS 128MB or NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT 256MB video card.
Dell Inspiron 1721 is based on AMD ATI M690T chipset, Turion 64 X2 dual core processors with speeds from 1.8GHz to 2.2GHz, and ATI Mobility Radeon X1270 integrated graphics.
The 17-inch widescreen display found on 1720 and 1721 notebooks provides 1440×900 or optional 1920×1200 screen resolution. These notebooks support up to two SATA hard drives simultaneously (up to 2×250GB offered) and initially come with up to 4GB of system memory, while the 8GB memory and hybrid hard drive options will be available later reportedly. Additionally, the Inspiron 1721 supports RAID 0 and RAID 1. Along with Combo drive and DVD burner choices in both models, Dell Inspiron 1520 has a Blu-Ray optical drive option, when configured with a dedicated graphics card.
Dell Inspiron 1720 and 1721 provide wireless LAN, including the option for the latest 802.11n draft Wi-Fi standard, as well as built in Ethernet LAN, a 56k modem, Bluetooth, and an optional EVDO and HSDPA wireless broadband connections.
Each of these laptops has five USB ports, Firewire, a 8-in-1 media card reader, an optional Infrared, S-Video out, VGA out, an ExpressCard slot, and an optional 2 megapixel web camera.
The notebooks weigh starting at 7.62 lbs with 6-cell batteries and feature refreshed chassis design in eight colors, as well as numeric keypads.
The basic Dell Inspiron 1720 configuration costs $1,049, while the Inspiron 1721 starts at $919. These systems ship with Windows Vista Home Basic and Home Premium.
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This article has been published on 06/13/2007 and updated with the official information on 06/26/2007.
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July 2nd, 2007
Logitech today unveiled the QuickCam Pro 9000 and the QuickCam Pro for Notebooks, both featuring lenses designed in a collaboration with Carl Zeiss, one of the world?’s leading optics companies.
The new QuickCam Pro-series web cameras incorporate a Carl Zeiss Tessar, “a lens design renowned for delivering superior sharpness while being very light weight and compact”. Another improved feature in new QuickCam Pro cameras is Logitech?’s autofocus system, which refocuses images in less than three seconds and helps ensure that images remain crisp even in close-ups (up to 10 cm from the camera lens).
Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 and QuickCam Pro for Notebooks feature two-megapixel sensors and can record video at up to 30 frames per second. These webcams support the 720p high-definition (HD) video format, enabling recording to disc at a resolution of 960 by 720 pixels.
The QuickCam Pro for laptops has an adjustable, spring-tension clip that accommodates notebooks with panels up to 20 mm thick. It also includes a stand that can sit on a desktop and raise the webcam to eye level.
Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 and the QuickCam Pro for Notebooks are expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe beginning in July and will have a suggested retail price of $99.99.
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July 2nd, 2007
Kensington has announced today 26 new notebook and desktop computer accessories products. For laptops, there are two new notebook mice, four power adapters, and three security locks.
The released Kensington Ci75m Wireless Notebook Mouse (SKUs K72278US and K72288US) connects to a laptop via USB port, while the Kensington Ci85m QuickStart Wireless Notebook Mouse (SKU K72287US) uses the ExpressCard slot. These mice are priced at $34.99 and $39.99 respectively.
The Kensington power adapters include the Kensington Wall/Auto/Air Notebook Power Adapter with USB Power Port (SKU K33403US), Kensington Wall Notebook Power Adapter with USB Power Port (SKU K33402US), Kensington Wall Notebook Power Adapter (SKU K33404US), and Kensington Auto Power Adapter with USB Power Port (SKU K33418US). Suggested retail prices range from $9.99 to $139.99. Additionally, Kensington released 11 USB Power Tips for powering and charging top-selling mobile and smartphones and MP3 players. A suggested retail price for Power Tips is $14.99.
The new notebook locks are the Kensington ComboSaver Combination Portable Notebook Lock (SKU K64515USA), Kensington ComboSaver Combination Notebook Lock (SKU K64517US), and Kensington ComboSaver Combination Notebook Lock Ultra (SKU K64516US). Suggested retail prices range from $24.99 to $39.99.
These Kensington products will be available starting in June 2007 at various resellers, including Amazon.com, Apple stores, Best Buy, CDW, Circuit City, CompUSA, Dell and online at Kensington.com.
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July 2nd, 2007
Dell Inc. has refreshed its Linux OS-powered consumer PC lineup with the new 14.1-inch Dell Inspiron 1420N notebook. It features Ubuntu version 7.04 Linux distribution and the new Intel “Santa Rosa” mobile platform.
Dell Inspiron 1420N is offered with 667MHz front side bus Intel Core 2 Duo T5250 or T5450 processor, as well as with 800MHz FSB T7100, T7300, or T7500 CPU. It features GM965 chipset incorporating Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 integrated graphics, which manages notebook’s 14.1″ widescreen display with 1280×800 or optional 1440×900 resolution. The system is configurable with up to 4GB of DDR2 memory at 667MHz, and with up to 160GB SATA hard drive at 5400rpm or 7200rpm rotational speed. There are Combo drive or DVD burner options.
The Inspiron 1420N has Intel 3945 802.11a/g wireless LAN and an optional Bluetooth. We assume this laptop has built-in Ethernet LAN module and a 56k modem, as same as its Windows Vista-powered 1420 sibling. There are no EVDO and HSDPA wireless broadband options offered with this system.
According to known specifications of Dell Inspiron 1420, the 1420N has a 7.1 channel sound system, four USB ports, an ExpressCard slot, a 8-in-1 memory card reader, and Firewire, as well as VGA and S-Video outputs,. It doesn’t have a built-in web camera option.
Dell Inspiron 1420N comes in eight various colors and weighs from 5.4 lbs with 6-cell battery.
Starting at $774, the 1420N is $45 cheaper than the 1420 base configuration with Windows Vista Home Basic Edition. The preliminary ship date for the Inspiron 1420N system is 7/14/2007.
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July 2nd, 2007
Alienware announced today the refreshed Area-51 m9750 gaming and multimedia notebook, which is now claimed to be the World’s first 17-inch laptop to fuse dual 512MB NVIDIA GeForce Go 7950 GTX graphics cards and Intel Core 2 Duo processor.
Along with Core 2 Duo Mobile “Merom” processor and 945PM chipset, the Intel “Napa” platform-based Alienware Area-51 m9750 features single NVIDIA GeForce Go 7950 GTX 512MB GDDR3 graphics card or two of them paired using NVIDIA SLI technology. These graphics solutions empower the notebook’s 17-inch widescreen display with 1920×1200 or optional 1440×900 resolution.
The Area-51 m9750 supports up to 4GB DDR2 memory at 667MHz. For storing large amounts of data, there are up to two hard drives providing a total of 500GB storage capacity. A pair of HDDs in the m9750 can be used in RAID0 and RAID1 modes. Alienware Area-51 m9750 has Combo drive, DVD burner and Blu Ray disc drive options. The Blu Ray and the notebook’s NVIDIA PureVideo HD technology enable the high definition multimedia content playback with a claimed six times better video quality than in standard DVD.
Alienware’s m9750 high-performance mobile computer has 7.1 digital high-definition audio, built-in two speakers and subwoofer, a 1.3 megapixel camera, as well as an optional coaxial TV tuner.
Regarding communications, there are 802.11a/b/g and optional 802.11n draft wireless standards supported. This notebook also has Gigabit Ethernet, a 56k modem, and a Bluetooth.
Alienware Area-51 m9750 incorporates VGA, DVI-D and S-Video out connectors. The laptop also features S-Video In connector, so it can be used as a digital video editing machine. It features ExpressCard slot, four USB ports, Firewire port, and a 4-in-1 media card reader.
The whole system weigh starting at 8.5 lbs and comes with Windows Vista or Windows XP.
Alienware Area-51 m9750 basic configuration with single graphic card is priced at $2,099, while the system with dual GeForce Go 7950 GTX cards starts at $2,699.
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July 2nd, 2007
Toshiba today announced the Qosmio F45-AV412 15.4-inch multimedia notebook computer featuring Intel “Santa Rosa” platform, HD DVD-ROM drive, HDMI output, and Dolby surround sound technology.
Toshiba Qosmio F45-AV412, the first model in the new F45 series, is based on Intel Core 2 Duo T7100 processor and the GM965 chipset with the integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X3100, empowering a 15.4″ 1280×800-pixel widescreen display.
For connecting to a HDTVs, this laptop has a HDMI port delivering a 1080i resolution. The audio experience is provided by Dolby Home Theater technology and a suite of technologies, such as Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Live, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Headphone and Dolby Virtual Speaker. Toshiba Qosmio F45-AV412 has two Harman Kardon Bass Reflex stereo speakers, and a built-in subwoofer.
The F45-AV412 system supports up to 4GB of DDR2 memory and comes with 250GB Serial-ATA hard disk drive at 4200rpm. Along with high definition multimedia playback capability, HD DVD drive in the new Qosmio also offers a standard CD and DVD writing.
Toshiba Qosmio F45-AV412’s networking feature include, Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965 AGN (802.11a/g/n), Ethernet LAN, and a 56k modem, while for a video conferencing there are web camera and microphone built into LCD bezel.
This newly designed multimedia notebook starting at 6.6 lbs also has a fingerprint reader, an ExpressCard slot, a 5-in-1 media card reader, four USB ports, and a Firewire port. Besides HDMI, the Qosmio F45-AV412 has VGA and S-Video outputs.
The F45-AV412 system is priced at $1,599 and comes with 32-bit Windows Vista Ultimate.
It is available now via Toshiba’s official website
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[Source: laptoping.com ]
July 2nd, 2007
The 13.3-inch Dell XPS M1330 notebook, based on Intel “Santa Rosa” mobile PC platform, is now available for purchase at computer maker’s website.
Dell XPS M1330 features the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processor, ranging from the new T5250 (1.50GHz,2M L2 Cache,667MHz FSB) to T7700 (2.4GHz,4M L2 Cache,800MHz FSB). It is built on GM965 chipset with integrated Intel GMA X3100 graphics or PM965 chipset paired with dedicated NVIDIA GeForce Go 8400M GS 128MB. Regarding notebook’s screen, there is a standard 13.3-inch WXGA display or an optional WXGA LED backlight display. Dell’s new XPS laptop supports up to 4GB of DDR2 memory and comes with 32GB solid state drive or a standard hard drive with up to 200GB storage space and with 5400rpm and 720rpm rotational speeds, depending on model. It has an integrated slot-loading DVD burner.
The XPS M1330 provides a wireless connection with an optional support for wireless N (802.11n draft standard), Bluetooth option, Ethernet LAN, and broadband wireless options.
It has ExpressCard 54mm slot, a 8-in-1 removable memory card reader, Firewire Port, and two USB ports. For video output there are HDMI and VGA out.
The M1330 notebook features a fingerprint reader and an integrated web camera mounted on the top of the laptop’s display panel. The models with a standard screen feature 2 megapixel webcam, while those with a LED backlight display have 0.3 megapixel sensor.
Dell XPS M1330, which has a new chassis design available in Tuxedo Black, Crimson Red or Pearl White colors, is advertised as “the World’s thinnest 13.3-inch notebook”. Its weight starts at 3.97lbs.
The basic configuration is priced at $1,299 and comes with Windows Vista operating system.
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This article has been published on 06/04/2007 and updated with the official information on 06/26/2007.
[Source: laptoping.com ]
July 2nd, 2007
Along with a Precision M4300 mobile workstation, Dell Inc. has officially unveiled the Latitude D430 ultraportable notebook. The first D430 models are not built on the latest Intel ?“Santa Rosa?” notebook platform. Instead, they feature older ?“Napa?” platform, introduced in January 2006.
Dell’s “3.0 lb. Ultimate Road Warrior” is offered with Intel Core 2 Duo U7600 (1.2GHz, 2MB L2 Cache, 533MHz FSB) or Intel Core Solo U1400 (1.2GHz, 2MB L2 Cache, 533MHz FSB) processor. As same as its D420 precursor, it has the integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950, which manages the notebook?’s 12.1-inch widescreen display. Dell Latitude D420 supports up to 2GB of system memory, and includes DDR2 RAM modules at 533MHz. The new ultraportable provides a choice of a 1.8-inch PATA hard drive at 4200rpm (up to 100GB) or a solid state drive with up to 32GB of storage capacity. The system doesn’t have a built-in optical drive.
Regarding communications, Dell Latitude D430 features wireless LAN with support for the 802.11n draft WiFi standard, an Etnernet LAN, and a 56k modem, as well as optional wireless broadband (WWAN) connectivity.
It has PCMCIA Type II slot, three USB 2.0 ports, a VGA out, an integrated microphone, a FireWire, a Serial port, and a docking connector. For improved security there are an integrated Smart Card reader, Trusted Platform Module 1.2, and a optional fingerprint reader.
Dell Latitude D430 notebook, which has a magnesium alloy construction, starts at $1,249 and comes with Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system.
It is available via PC maker’s official website
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This article was published on 07/25/2007 and updated on 07/29/2007 with the official information.
[Source: laptoping.com ]
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