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8th Gen Intel Core i9 Processor For Laptops Officially Announced

Intel has officially announced the 8th generation Core i3, i5, i7, and Core i9 processor for laptops at a global event in Beijing. Additionally, the company also announced next-generation Intel Optane memory that can deliver high performance even on older PCs. These processors will be available across the globe for notebook manufacturers. The manufacturers are most likely to launch notebooks based on these chipsets by Q2 2018.

These chipsets are based on the latest Coffee Lake platform with 14nm++ process. Compared to the 7th generation chipsets, these processors offer up to 41% more frame rate while gaming. Similarly, 4K video editing will be faster by up to 59%. These processors also come with a discrete graphics card from AMD, which has an edge over the last gen processors.

The 8th Gen Intel Core i9-8950HK is the most powerful mobile processor launched to date. The chipset has a six cores and 12 hyper-threads to offer top of the CPU performance. The processor uses Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB), which will automatically increase the clock speed of the CPU based on temperature. This feature will help this chipset to achieve up to a maximum frequency of 4.8GHz.

The processors can handle native VR and Windows mixed reality content. Additionally, Intel has also launched a new Intel 300 Series chipset, which offers a faster 2x internet speed with 2×2 802.11AC 80 MHz (867 Mbps) standards. The 8th Gen chipsets combined with an Intel Optane memory can increase the performance a device by a large margin. The Intel Optane memory uses SATA-based storage technology without compromising storage capacity. In fact, compared to an HDD drive, the Octane can load a game 4.7 times faster and 1.7 times faster multimedia loading speeds.

April 3, 2018
Apple Announces new Macbook Airs and Macbook Pros with IVY Bridge, Shipping Today!

Apple’s WWDC conference is live and the company has announced refreshed Macbook Air and MacBook Pro Lineup.

The Macbook Air will come with Ivy Bridge with 2GHz Core i7, with Turbo Boost up to 3.2GHz. The FaceTime camera is now 720p, the display on the 11-inch model now 1366 x 768 + Intel’s HD graphics 4000. The 13-incher will 1440 x 900 2 xUSB 3.0 ports

Prices will start at $999 for 11 inch basic.

Alongside the new Air, Apple has also unveiled the new Macbook Pro, again with Intel’s Ivy Bridge processors up to 2.7GHz quad Core i7s (turbo up to 3.7GHz), 8GB of RAM and have GeForce GT 650M-based graphics. According to Apple the graphics are 60% faster than last gen.

June 11, 2012
LG reveals X-Note Z330 Ultraportable – boots in 10 sec

The new X-Note Z330 is only 14.7mm (0.58-inches) in thickness, 1.21kg (2.67 pounds) in weight and has a SSD that makes it an extremely versatile machine. The Ultra-book comes with the Intel’s Core i5 and Core i7 options with 4GB of Ram and SSD b/w 120GB and 256GB. The portable computer will also include as standard HDMI and USB 3.0 along with Intel’s Widi for wireless streaming. Price for the lower Core i5 model is set at US $1500 in Korea (INR 75,000) and US$ 2400 for the Core i7 ( INR 1,20,000). Still Interested?

December 6, 2011
HP Folio 13 Ultrabook, will knock the AIR out of you (PR)

A whole new range of ultra books from HP reinforce their future in the domain. The new Folio notebooks/ultrabooks start at $900 and come standard with a 128GB mSATA SSD and a backlit keyboard. The battery life is estimated at 9 hours. The new Folio has a 13.3-inch (1366 x 768) display, TPM circuitry as an option and a Core i5-2467M processor, 4GB of RAM, a six-cell battery and HP’s CoolSense technology.It also has the now standard HDMI, Ethernet, USB 2.0 and 3.0, a memory card reader and a combined headphone / mic socket.

Its not as slender as the other competition, at 18mm at its thinner and wiggling in at 3.3 pounds this machine is fairly bulky.

HP Notebooks

[toggle title_open=”Press Release” title_closed=”Press Release” hide=”yes” border=”yes” style=”default” excerpt_length=”0″ read_more_text=”Read More” read_less_text=”Read Less” include_excerpt_html=”no”]HP Unveils Its First Business Ultrabook, Offering Industry’s Best Battery Life
HP Folio13 designed to bridge gap between professional and personal life
PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 16, 2011 – HP today introduced its first business Ultrabook, which features a thin and light design, strong security options and a responsive solid state hard drive for the ultimate mobile experience.

The HP Folio13 also delivers up to 9.0 hours of battery life, the highest performance available among Ultrabook devices currently on the market.

With battery life to get you through the workday, users are no longer saddled with carrying power adapters to charge their notebook PC. Plus, a wide array of ports, including Ethernet, eliminates the need to carry dongles. Mobile professionals can now stay productive and get through their entire business day – from home to business and back home – with only the HP Folio13.

Measuring less than 18 millimeters thin and utilizing an ultraslim 13.3- inch diagonal high-definition (HD) BrightView display, the HP Folio13 weighs just 3.3 pounds. It combines the cool industrial design found on consumer products with the security and usability business users demand.

Powered by the latest Intel® Core processors, the HP Folio13 also includes Intel Rapid Start Technology, which gets your system up and running fast to help you save time.

The HP Folio13 includes a backlit keyboard for mobile users who work in low-light conditions. A full array of ports, including RJ-45 and USB 3.0, allows users greater flexibility to connect to the information they need. The HP Folio13 also includes a solid state drive (SSD) with 128 GB of storage for fast response times and increased reliability.

An optional TPM Embedded Security Chip protects data in email as well as information on the hard drive for security-conscious users.

The HP Folio13 features HP CoolSense technology, which uses advanced hardware and intelligent software for a noticeably cooler notebook. The notebook also includes an HP Imagepad for highly accurate, advanced multitouch gesture support.

Additional features include an HP TrueVision HD Webcam for brighter, cleaner HD images, and Dolby Advanced Audio.

The HP Folio13 also can be configured with a range of Microsoft Windows® 7 operating systems, including Windows 7 Professional. A three-year limited warranty is available through an optional HP Care Pack.

Users who need a desktop-like environment or additional audio, video, network and USB connectivity can connect the HP Folio13 to the optional HP USB 2.0 dock.

Pricing and availability
The HP Folio13 is expected to be available on Dec. 7 with a starting price of $899.99.[/toggle]

November 16, 2011
Acer Aspire S3 Ultrabooks Launched in India INR 49,999 (PR)

The Acer Aspire S3 range of ultrabooks have been launched in India , at just 13 mm (0.51″) thickness, Aspire S3 weighs less than 1.4 kgs. the company is really boasting the new battery design which lasts upto 50 days on standby or 6 hours on real usage.

With the launch of the Acer Aspire S3 Ultrabook, we have charted a new line of course to the mobile computing world by effortlessly combining the essential features of both a notebook and a tablet,”

S.Rajendran, Chief Marketing Officer, Acer India.

The price of the these Notebooks starts at a price of Rs. 49,000/-

Tech Specs Include :

[toggle title_open=”Collapse PR” title_closed=”Expand PR” hide=”yes” border=”yes” style=”default” excerpt_length=”0″ read_more_text=”Read More” read_less_text=”Read Less” include_excerpt_html=”no”]First we reduced its size, then we reduced its price…
Acer Aspire S3 UltrabookTM debuts for $899 in North America
Lightweight and fast like a hummingbird, the Acer Aspire S3 Series powers on instantly, connects to the Web in seconds and provides up to 50 days of stand-by time

Editor’s Summary:
– The 13.3-inch HD widescreen LED-backlit display features a 16:9 aspect ratio and 1366 x 768 resolution, delivering sharp, rich visuals.
– Acer Green Instant On lets you resume your computing session in less than 2 seconds.
– Acer Instant Connect gets you on the Internet in just 2.5 seconds – four times faster than conventional connections.
– A mere .51 inches thin and weighing a scant 2.98 pounds, the Aspire S3’s aluminum/ magnesium chassis delivers strength in a lightweight design.
– Acer Hybrid Standby Technology provides up to 50 days of standby power and up to 6 hours of continuous usage.
– An Intel® Core™ i5 Processor, 20GB solid state drive and roomy 320GB hard drive deliver as much performance and storage capacity as much larger, full-size notebooks.
– Just $899, the Acer Aspire S3-951 proves you don’t have to be rich to be thin.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2011 – Acer America today announced the North American availability of its first Ultrabook, the Acer Aspire S3-951. This featherweight Ultrabook powers on instantly, connects to the Web in seconds and provides up to 50 days of stand-by time, or 6 hours of continuous usage. As slim and easy to carry as a magazine, it includes a powerful Intel Core i5 Processor, speedy solid state drive for quickly booting the operating system, roomy hard drive, and essential USB and HDMI ports.

“The combination of extreme mobility and affordability found in the Acer Aspire S3-951 Ultrabook will undoubtedly change the way people think about mobile computing,” said Sumit Agnihotry, vice president of product marketing, Acer America. “Consumers are going to love the value they find in the freedom and capabilities it offers.”

For Those who Hate to Wait
Like its inspiration, The Acer Aspire S3 Series was designed to be as light and quick as a hummingbird. With Acer’s Ultrabook, there is no need to waste time shutting down and restarting. It’s always ready in a flash for online browsing, instant messaging, social networking and other activities.

Acer’s Green Instant On Technology delivers ultra-fast responsiveness, resuming from Sleep mode in as little as 2 seconds. The 20GB SSD drive stores the operating system and maintains the current PC’s state as it was when left unattended, so when the computer is awakened, web sites, emails or documents previously in use are instantly restored.

After 8 hours of inactivity, the Aspire S3 Series will enter Deep Sleep mode, from which it will resume in 6 seconds. The user can change this 8 hour default setting to 120 minutes, which is recommended for longer trips or periods of inactivity.

With these energy-conscious innovations, the battery life lasts up to 50 days – even longer than regular mobile phone batteries. All-day usability is delivered with an integrated long-life battery that delivers up to 6 hours of computing time.

Acer’s Instant Connect Technology reconnects the Ultrabook to the Internet from Sleep mode in just 2.5 seconds, four times faster than a conventional connection, enabling consumers to quickly access Instant Messaging, social networks and email immediately after the system comes “awake.”

You don’t have to be Rich to be Thin
Sporting an ultra-thin design and an MSRP of just $899, the Acer Aspire S3-951 is light in your briefcase and light on your wallet. Measuring just half-an-inch at its thinnest and weighing a mere 2.98 pounds, it’s as easy to carry as a magazine or file folder. Its overall dimensions are 12.59 inches by 8.52-inches by .51 to.68-inches, making it one of the thinnest notebooks available on the market.

The liberal use of magnesium aluminum/alloy contributes to the Aspire S3’s rigid frame while also keeping the system as light as possible. The aerodynamic design includes a metallic silver gray hairline finish, and a fingerprint-free finish on the lid that feels as smooth as silk. The 13.3-inch ultra-thin HD LED display uses an open cell design, integrating the display’s covers with the glass panel. This allows the lid and bezel to form a strong aluminum frame around the screen, and reduces the bezel thickness by about 10 percent, creating a super-slim silhouette that is still strong enough to protect the display.

A seamless and uncluttered chassis, only a card reader and headphone connector are located on the left and right side; all the other connectors are located in the back, keeping the side profiles clean and sleek.

For user convenience, the power and battery status indicators are located on the outside corner, allowing them to be viewed even when the lid is closed. In addition, the power button is located above the keyboard underneath the LCD, so it’s easy to reach but won’t be accidentally pressed when the notebook is picked up and moved. A large multi-gesture touchpad and full size chiclet keyboard keeps the design simple and neat.

The Acer Aspire Ultrabook also includes numerous design elements that keep the system running cool and efficiently. All the heat generating components have been placed away from the palm rest and touchpad area, and warm air is funneled away from the user through the back of the Ultrabook. Venting throughout the keyboard also helps the system stay cool, and its vent-free bottom allows it to be used comfortably on a lap or pillow, without fear of obstructing air flow and overheating. In addition, airflow is optimized to enhance efficiency and lower power consumption to help increase system battery life.

Get the Job Done without being Weighed Down
Capturing the spirit of the hummingbird, the Aspire S3’s diminutive form belies its agility and prowess. It is among the thinnest and lightest, but is incredibly fast and powerful.

Featuring a 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i5 Processor, Intel® HD Graphics 3000, 20GB solid state drive, 320GB hard drive, and 4GB of memory, the Aspire S3-951 Ultraportable is small, lightweight and easy to carry while still delivering the power needed for multimedia programs, CPU intensive programs and graphic intensive games. It is currently the only Ultrabook on the market to include both a solid state and hard disk drive.

Rock Out to Big Audio in a Small Package
Ideal for enjoying music, games or movies on-the-go or at home, the S3-951 includes professionally-tuned Dolby® Home Theater® v4, for vibrant, cinema-style surround sound and enhanced dialogue quality. Combined with its 13.3-inch HD Widescreen CineCrystal™ LED-backlit display featuring a 16:9 aspect ratio and a maximum resolution of 1366 x 788, it delivers sharp, rich high-definition visuals. It can be connected to an external monitor, projector or TV through a single cable via its HDMI port, so 1080p content can be enjoyed on a larger scale.

Share Photos, Update Social Networks and Video Chat — Anytime, Anywhere
Acer Clear.fi makes it easy to stay in touch with friends and family, managing, storing, sharing and enjoying music, photos and videos between any Clear.fi enabled devices throughout a home or small office. In addition, they can also use it to connect to social networking sites, as clear.fi connects to feeds from Facebook, videos on YouTube and images on flickr. In addition, a 2-in-1 card reader that supports SD™ Card and MultiMediaCard™ formats make it easy to quickly and easily share data or download photos from their digital cameras.

For those who like to chat, video sessions are easy to set up and sound clear as a bell. The S3 Series includes Acer Video Conference Manager instant messaging software and a Crystal Eye 1.3 webcam that provides high-pixel density for amazing video image quality at 24 frames per second. Dual cameras make it easy to take high-definition still photos from either side of the Ultrabook.

For wireless connectivity at home or on the go, Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ technology delivers reliable wireless connections wherever there’s a hotspot(9). The Aspire S3 Series lets you cut down the clutter with Bluetooth® 4.0+ HSR technologies, the latest standard for quick short-range wireless file transfers.

Availability, Pricing
The Acer Aspire S3-951 Ultrabook will be available this week at leading online and retail outlets in the U.S. and Canada. It has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $899 (U.S. & CAN).

Future models to be announced will round out Acer’s Ultrabook line up, and will include Intel Core i7 or Core i3 Processors and larger capacity solid state drives.[/toggle]

October 11, 2011
Samsung Series 3 350U Laptops – For Korea only!
Looks like Samsung likes disappointing willing buyers. So looking forward to owning one of these devices now, Samsung only intends to launch the new Samsung Series 3 laptops in Korea.

The 350U specs
- 1.5 kg
- 1.8 inches Thick /Thin
- Core i5 sandy bridge
- 12.5 inch screen / anti-glare coating
- 8 hour usage time
The color options include Black, Silver and my favorite : Pink. Prices currently stand at 45,000. But Samsung India plans to launch similar laptops in India for the price of 35,000 INR.

Expect some coming iGyaan’s way.
September 17, 2011
Asus Releases the Eee Slate B121 for the Business market, secretly.

Asus has silently intro’d the new Eee Slate B121 for the Enterprise market. Like the Eee Slate 101 this runs Windows 7 Professional on a full fledged Intel Core i5 chipset.

FOr the data conscious it has the Computrace LoJack for remote location and data wipe, and encryption amenities. A price of $1,500 US or about INR 65000 , put it in the price range of a Macbook/ top line notebook. Other features include 12.1-inch Display with 1280 x 800 LED Gorilla Glass display, 4GB RAM, 64GB of storage, dual USB 2.0 ports, mini-HDMI out, SD card slot and 2 megapixel front-facing camera.

This Tablet also has a Wacom digitizer for hand inputs et all.

[ASUS]

September 9, 2011
Apple refreshes MacBook Air with Sandy Bridge, Thunderbolt, and backlit keyboards (PR)
Apple has dropped a new load of goodies on us today, as we suspected, Apple has updated the Macbook Air to include new hardware and backlit keyboards.

Still this as ever the Macbook Air now has a refreshed price as well,
- 11 inch , Core i5, 1.6 Ghz, 2GB RAM, 64GB SSD, $999
- 11 inch, Core i5, 1.6 Ghz, 4GB RAM, 128 GB SSD, $1199
- 13 inch, Core i5, 1.7 Ghz, 4GB RAM, 128 GB SSD, $1299
- 13 inch, Core i5, 1.7 Ghz, 4GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, $1599
Read the Full Press Release Below

[toggle title_open=”Collapse” title_closed=”Expand The Press Release” hide=”yes” border=”yes” style=”default” excerpt_length=”0″ read_more_text=”Read More” read_less_text=”Read Less” include_excerpt_html=”no”]Apple Updates MacBook Air With Next Generation Processors, Thunderbolt I/O & Backlit Keyboard
CUPERTINO, California-July 20, 2011-Apple® today updated the MacBook Air® with next generation processors, high-speed Thunderbolt I/O technology, a backlit keyboard and Mac OS® X Lion, the world’s most advanced operating system. With up to twice the performance of the previous generation, flash storage for instant-on responsiveness and a compact design so portable you can take it everywhere,* the MacBook Air starts at $999 (US) and is available for order today and in stores tomorrow.

“Portable, affordable and powerful, MacBook Air is the ultimate everyday notebook,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing. “MacBook Air features our most advanced technology and is an ideal match for Lion, especially with its new Multi-Touch gestures, full-screen apps, Mission Control and Mac App Store.”

MacBook Air is available in 11-inch and 13-inch models that easily slip into a briefcase, purse or bag. The MacBook Air’s durable aluminum unibody enclosure measures an incredibly thin 0.11-inches at its thinnest point and 0.68-inches at its thickest. Flash storage allows MacBook Air to turn on instantly and deliver fast data access, improved reliability and incredible energy efficiency. The 11-inch model weighs 2.38 pounds and provides up to 5 hours of battery life, while the 13-inch weighs 2.96 pounds and provides up to 7 hours of battery life.**

With the latest Intel Core i5 and Core i7 dual-core processors, the new MacBook Air is up to twice as fast as the previous generation and has all the power you need for editing photos and movies, making FaceTime® calls, playing games, and working with documents and presentations. MacBook Air also features Intel HD Graphics 3000 and offers up to 4GB of faster 1333 MHz memory.

Thunderbolt I/O technology provides expansion possibilities never before available to MacBook Air users. Through a single cable, users can connect to high performance peripherals and the new Apple Thunderbolt Display, the ultimate docking station for your Mac® notebook. Thunderbolt can easily be adapted to support legacy connections such as FireWire® and Gigabit Ethernet.

MacBook Air comes with a full size backlit keyboard and an innovative glass Multi-Touch™ trackpad. Designed for comfort and ease of typing, the backlit keyboard uses a sensor to automatically detect a change in ambient lighting and adjusts the keyboard brightness for any environment. The Multi-Touch trackpad supports Lion’s new Multi-Touch gestures such as momentum scrolling, tapping or pinching your fingers to zoom in on a web page or image, and swiping left or right to turn a page or switch between full screen apps.

MacBook Air also features a brilliant, high resolution LED backlit display that is amazingly thin yet has the resolution of a much larger, bulkier screen. With ultra-fast Wi-Fi, you can wirelessly download apps from the Mac App Store™, get music and movies from iTunes®, back up data to Time Capsule® and quickly and easily share files using AirDrop. MacBook Air includes Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and two USB ports for easy connectivity for the wired and wireless devices you use every day.

Apple makes the industry’s greenest notebook lineup and the new MacBook Air meets Energy Star 5.2 requirements and achieves EPEAT Gold status.*** Each unibody enclosure is made of highly recyclable aluminum and comes standard with energy efficient LED-backlit displays that are mercury-free and made with arsenic-free glass. Mac notebooks contain no brominated flame retardants, are PVC-free and are constructed of recyclable materials.

Every new MacBook Air comes with Mac OS X Lion, the eighth major release of the world’s most advanced operating system, and iLife apps for creating and sharing great photos, movies and music. Lion introduces more than 250 new features to the Mac, including Multi-Touch gestures; system-wide support for full screen apps; Mission Control, an innovative view of everything running on your Mac; the Mac App Store, the best place to find and explore great software, built right into the OS; Launchpad, a new home for all your apps; and a completely redesigned Mail app.

Pricing & Availability
The 11-inch and 13-inch MacBook Air are available for order on the Apple Store® (www.apple.com) today and in Apple’s retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers starting July 21. The 1.6 GHz 11-inch MacBook Air is available in two models, one with 2GB of memory and 64GB of flash storage for a suggested retail price of $999 (US), and one with 4GB of memory and 128GB of flash storage for $1,199 (US). The 1.7 GHz 13-inch MacBook Air comes in two configurations, one with 4GB of memory and 128GB of flash storage for a suggested retail price of $1,299 (US), and one with 4GB of memory and 256GB of flash storage for $1,599 (US). Configure-to-order options and accessories include a 1.8 GHz Core i7 processor, additional flash storage, MacBook Air SuperDrive® and a USB Ethernet Adapter.

Additional technical specifications and configure-to-order options and accessories are available online at www.apple.com/macbookair.

*Testing conducted by Apple in July 2011 using preproduction MacBook Air configurations. For more information visit www.apple.com/macbookair/features.html.

**The new Wireless Web protocol testing was conducted by Apple in July 2011 using preproduction MacBook Air configurations. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. For more information visit www.apple.com/macbookair/features.html.

***EPEAT is an independent organization that helps customers compare the environmental performance of notebooks and desktops. For more information visit www.epeat.net.

Apple designs Macs, the best personal computers in the world, along with OS X, iLife, iWork and professional software. Apple leads the digital music revolution with its iPods and iTunes online store. Apple has reinvented the mobile phone with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, and has recently introduced iPad 2 which is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices.
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July 20, 2011
New Macbook air to come July 13th, Even Mac OS X Lion , After Store Update

The inter-webs are abuzz with news of Apple Sale Item refresh on the 13th of July. This news comes as many have confirmed that Apple has started to ask Apple Store employees to prepare for an “overnight” shift on July 13th.

Many claim that the Macbook air and Lion OS X will be available from the 14th of July in Apple Stores. and the Macbook Air refresh will bring a lot of new things, including SandyBridge processors and Thunderbolt I/O.

A black Macbook Air (premium) is also in the “AIR”, but seems highly unlikely.

July 9, 2011
Sony announces VAIO SA series ultraportable (PR)
Sony has just announced the new SA series 13.3-inch ultraportable Laptops.
- Magnesium-and-alloy chassis
- 0.95 inches thick
- AMD Radeon HD 6630 graphics and 1GB of video memory
- 1600 x 900 resolution
- 500GB hard drive
- fingerprint reader
- Blu-ray drive
Price ranges Between US$ 999 – $1699

(approx 44,000 – 85,000 INR)

PRESS RELEASE

SONY BRINGS MORE POWER TO GO WITH NEW S SERIES LAPTOP

Optional Sheet Battery Doubles Battery Life Up to 15 Hours

SAN DIEGO, May 25, 2011 – Sony’s newest S Series VAIO® laptop combines for the first time portability, performance and power in a thinner, lighter design perfect for everyone from students to business travelers.

The new S Series continues Sony’s efforts to offer users more personalized options and flexibility that fits their lifestyle. Select S Series models sport elegant design in burnished brown, jet black or platinum silver with magnesium and aluminum materials, and incorporate a built-in lithium polymer battery that when coupled with the advanced large-capacity optional sheet battery, can stay mobile and unplugged for up to 15 hours with solid state drive configurations. Intelligent charging enables you to charge the optional sheet battery separately and attach it to the system without shutting down for maximum flexibility.

“Users these days want a laptop that will last for hours without charging, is small and light enough to carry around with you but doesn’t sacrifice any of the performance and power that you’d find in a full-sized PC,” said Mike Lucas, senior vice president of Networked Technology and Services Division at Sony Electronics. “You can fly nonstop from Los Angeles to Tokyo or attend a full day of classes on just one charge with this S Series laptop when combined with the optional sheet battery.”

This 13.3-inch S Series is packed with powerful performance-all in a thin 0.95-inch profile that only weighs 3.8-pounds with the standard battery. Incorporating all the mobility of VAIO laptops, this new model delivers impressive portability and performance with the available second generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor. Coupled with Hybrid Graphics as well as dual channel solid state drive options (select models), the S Series laptop is truly top of the line.

Ultra Mobility and Performance

Performance is top priority with the second generation Intel Core i7 processor that delivers even more performance automatically when you need it. With Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, the processors increase speed automatically delivering the performance needed for multitasking.

AMD Radeon™ HD 6630 1GB Hybrid Graphics card (select models) with 1GB VRAM gives a premium visual quality and intense HD performance without placing huge demands on the CPU. Plus, it offers a performance boost to your day-to-day processor functions for a faster, more optimized overall computing experience.

For maximum performance and ample storage, select models feature dual channel solid state drive with RAID 0 technology.

The S Series laptop comes with one-touch VAIO, ASSIST and WEB buttons, for launching Media Gallery™ software, VAIO Care™ software and access to the web without full boot-up into Windows®, all with a touch of a button.

The new S Series models offer a built-in web camera powered by an Exmor™ sensor that allows for great low-light performance. With exceptional picture quality, the 13.3-inch (1600×900) widescreen display includes an LED backlit keyboard, illuminating the lettering for typing in low-light situations. And with the built-in microphone you can video message with family, friends and coworkers. Face tracking technology allows the camera to automatically adjust focus and follow you as you move around while video chatting.

Packed with Multimedia

Sony knows entertainment is always at the forefront and the VAIO S Series delivers. Whether you’re watching a stunning Blu-ray Disc™ movie (select models) or enjoying video captured from your compatible camcorder. The versatile Blu-ray Disc drive on the VAIO S Series laptop (select models) combines the power of HD video playback with the convenience and utility of DVD and CD read/write functionalities. Providing the best picture and the best sound with stunning clarity, Blu-ray Disc technology is the ultimate way to enjoy your entertainment.

With Intel® Wireless Display 2.0, you can sit back and experience your favorite videos, photos and music on your TV. Stop crowding around a laptop screen and view and share content from your hard drive, home network or the internet wirelessly on your HDTV utilizing the adapter (sold separately; restrictions apply).

Pricing and Availability

The VAIO S Series laptops are available for pre-sale today at www.sonystyle.com/sseries starting at about $1,350, and the optional sheet battery at about $150.

Additionally, Sony added two new colors to its existing S Series line. The new pink and blue S Series models will available at www.sonystyle.com/sseries starting in June.
May 26, 2011
Dell Revamps Vostro with Vostro 3350, 3450, 3550 and 3750 Laptops
Vostro is usually associated with corporate and business lineup of Dell Notebooks. But this time around things look changed. The newly announced Dell Vostro 3000 Series has a buch of features which may also appeal to the not so corp type. For starters They come with a long range 12 hour battery life which offers a quick recharge time.

The new Vostro will be seen in a series of colors like Black, Blue, Aberdeen Silver, Lucerne Red, Brisbane Bronze.
- Sandy Bridge Core i – Processors
- DDR3 Ram Modules
- upto 13 hour battery
- Full HD webcams
- Full size, spill-resistant keyboard
- Optional backlit keyboard
- Bluetooth 3.0
- Auto graphics switching
They go on sale from Today and the pricing
- 13-inch 3350 – starting at Rs 36,990
- 14-inch 3450 – starting at Rs 35,990
- 15-inch 3550 – starting at Rs 37,490
- 17-inch 3750 – starting at Rs 37,990
The price above does not include dell taxes and Shipping charges.

[Dell]
May 18, 2011
Apple Refreshes iMac with Quad Core Sandy Bridge Intel i Processors and Thunderbolt Ports (PR)

As was expected the new iMac refres has been in the mill for quite some time, and Apple has officially annouced and started shipment of its new iMac 2011 Lineup. The new revision will feature the same starting price of US $ 1,199/- for the 21.5 inch mac with 1920 by 1080 pixel iPS Display and 2.5GHz quad-core Intel Core i5. With specs going upto 3.4 Ghz Core- i7 on the iMac 27 inch.

The new revision brings single thunderbolt port to the 21.5 inch and a dual thunderbolt to 27 inch iMacs.

Press Release

Apple Announces New iMac With Next Generation Quad-Core Processors, Graphics & Thunderbolt I/O Technology

CUPERTINO, California-May 3, 2011-Apple® today updated its signature all-in-one iMac® with next generation quad-core processors, powerful new graphics, groundbreaking high-speed Thunderbolt I/O technology and a new FaceTime® HD camera. Starting at $1,199, the new iMac is up to 70 percent faster and new graphics deliver up to three times the performance of the previous generation.*

“Our customers love the iMac’s aluminum enclosure, gorgeous display and all-in-one design,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing. “With next generation quad-core processors, powerful new graphics, Thunderbolt technology and a FaceTime HD camera, we’ve made the world’s best desktop even better.”

The new iMac features quad-core Intel Core i5 processors with an option for customers to choose Core i7 processors up to 3.4 GHz. These next generation processors feature an integrated memory controller for an amazingly responsive experience and a powerful new media engine for high-performance video encoding and decoding. With new AMD Radeon HD graphics processors, the new iMac has the most powerful graphics ever in an all-in-one desktop.

iMac is the first desktop computer on the market to include groundbreaking Thunderbolt I/O technology. The 21.5-inch iMac has a single Thunderbolt port while the 27-inch model features two ports for even greater expansion. Developed by Intel with collaboration from Apple, Thunderbolt enables expandability never before possible on an all-in-one computer. Featuring two bi-directional channels with transfer speeds up to an amazing 10Gbps each, Thunderbolt delivers PCI Express directly to external high performance peripherals such as RAID arrays, and can support FireWire® and USB consumer devices, and Gigabit Ethernet networks via adapters. Thunderbolt also supports DisplayPort for high resolution displays and works with existing adapters for HDMI, DVI and VGA displays. Freely available for implementation on systems, cables and devices, Thunderbolt technology is expected to be widely adopted as a new standard for high performance I/O.

iMac includes a built-in FaceTime HD camera and Apple’s innovative FaceTime software for crisp, widescreen video calling the whole family can enjoy. The new camera supports high definition video calls between all FaceTime HD-enabled Macs and standard resolution calls with iPad® 2, iPhone® 4, the current generation iPod touch® and other Intel-based Macs. The iMac continues to feature its signature aluminum and glass design, gorgeous IPS LED-backlit high resolution display, SD card slot and comes with Apple’s innovative Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad.

Continuing Apple’s commitment to the environment, Apple’s desktop line is a leader in green design. The iMac meets stringent Energy Star 5.2 requirements and achieves EPEAT Gold rating.** iMac features LED-backlit displays that are mercury-free and made with arsenic-free glass. iMac uses PVC-free components and cables, contains no brominated flame retardants, uses highly recyclable materials and features material-efficient system and packaging designs.

Every Mac comes with Mac OS® X Snow Leopard®, the world’s most advanced operating system, and iLife®, Apple’s innovative suite of applications for creating and sharing great photos, movies and music. Snow Leopard builds on more than a decade of innovation and includes the Mac App Store? for finding great new apps for your Mac. iLife ’11 features iPhoto® with stunning full screen views for browsing, editing and sharing photos; iMovie® with powerful easy-to-use tools to transform home videos into fun theatrical trailers; and GarageBand® with new ways to improve your playing and create great sounding songs.

Pricing & Availability
The new iMac is available through the Apple Store® (www.apple.com), Apple’s retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers. The 21.5-inch iMac is available in two configurations: one with a 2.5 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5, AMD Radeon HD 6750M and 500GB hard drive for a suggested retail price of $1,199 (US); and one with a 2.7 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5, AMD Radeon HD 6770M and 1TB hard drive for a suggested retail price of $1,499 (US). The new 27-inch iMac is available in two models: one with a 2.7 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5, AMD Radeon HD 6770M and 1TB hard drive for a suggested retail price of $1,699 (US); and one with a 3.1 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5, AMD Radeon HD 6970M and 1TB hard drive for a suggested retail price of $1,999 (US).

Configure-to-order options include faster Intel Core i7 processors up to 3.4 GHz, additional hard drive capacity up to 2TB, a 256GB solid state drive, additional DDR3 memory and AppleCare® Protection Plan. Additional technical specifications and configure-to-order options and accessories are available online at www.apple.com/imac.

*Testing conducted by Apple in April 2011 using preproduction iMac configurations. For more information visit www.apple.com/imac/features.html.

**Claim based on energy efficiency categories and products listed within the EPA ENERGY STAR 5.2 energy database as of April 2011. EPEAT is an independent organization that helps customers compare the environmental performance of notebooks and desktops. Products meeting all of the 23 required criteria and at least 75 percent of the optional criteria are recognized as EPEAT Gold products. The EPEAT program was conceived by the US EPA and is based on IEEE 1680 standard for Environmental Assessment of Personal Computer Products. For more information visit www.epeat.net.

Apple designs Macs, the best personal computers in the world, along with OS X, iLife, iWork and professional software. Apple leads the digital music revolution with its iPods and iTunes online store. Apple has reinvented the mobile phone with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, and has recently introduced iPad 2 which is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices.

May 4, 2011
ASUS to Launch Eee Slate EP121-1A010M 12.1-Inch core i5 Win 7 Tablet PC in India
According to a reliable source at ASUS, the company is ready to launch its Eee Slate EP121-1A010M 12.1-Inch Tablet PC in India. The launch will happen within the coming weeks and we will have full coverage for your viewing pleasure. Its quite an interesting device, the only of its kind from a reputed manufacturer to run house a Core i5 processor and Windows 7 in a full tablet format. Specs of the Core i5 tablet include:
- 12.1″ WSVGA (1280×800) Capacitive LED Touchscreen
- Pen or Finger Touch
- Windows 7 Home Premium (64 bit) Operating System
- Intel Core i5-470UM CPU
- 4GB of DDR3 1333MHz SDRAM, 1x4GB; 1 slot, 4GB Max
- Intel HD Graphics
- 64GB Solid State Drive
- Wireless 802.11bgn
- Bluetooth 3.0
- 2.0MP Webcam
- Internal Speaker
- Internal Microphone
- Mini HDMI Port
- 2 USB 2.0 ports
- 2-in-1 Card Reader (SD & MMC)
- 4 Cell 34W/h Battery (Up to 3 Hours Battery Life)
- Includes Digitizer Pen; Folio Case; Bluetooth Keyboard
Pricing still remains a factor, and since the tablet will come in 2 variants 32GB and 64GB . for 55,000 and 65,000 INR respectively.
April 19, 2011

Live Video from Samsung Forum 2011 : Samsung Series RF 3D Laptop Launched : Hands On : 3D Gaming Beast

We are live at the Samsung Forum 2011 here in New Delhi. We got some hands on Time with the new Samsung Series RF Laptop. They come with Glasses-on 3d/2d switchable displays. Launched in India, these gaming powerhouses will be available by the end of April 2011. Options of upto 2GB Graphics Memory, 1.5tb onboard HDD, and 17 HD displays with 2D/3D options.

Check out the images and the Video hands on Below …

FULL SPECS

Operating System	Operating System	Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium (64b)
Processor	Processor	Intel® Core™ i7 Processor 720QM (1.60GHz, 6MB) Intel® Core™ i5 Processor 460M (2.53GHz, 3MB)
Main Chipset	Main Chipset	Intel HM55
Memory	System Memory	4GB (DDR3 / 2GB x 2)
Memory	Memory Slot	2 x SODIMM
Display	LCD	15.6″ LED HD (1366 x 768) 16:9 Gloss
Graphic	Graphic Memory	1GB gDDR3 (Ext. Graphic)
Graphic	Graphic Processor	nVIDIA GeForce GT 330M (Ext. Graphic)
Multimedia	Sound	HD (High Definition) Audio
	Sound Effect	SRS Premium Sound Effect
	Multimedia Player	Cyberlink Power DVD
	Speaker	3W Stereo Speaker (1.5W x 2)
	TV	No
	Integrated Camera	High Sensitivity Web Camera
Storage	HDD	640GB (5,400rpm S-ATA)
	ODD	Super Multi Dual Layer (S-ATA)
	Intel Turbo Memory	No
Communication	Modem	No
	Wired Ethernet LAN	Gigabit LAN
	Wireless LAN	802.11bg/n
	Bluetooth	Bluetooth v3.0 High Speed
I/O Port	VGA	Yes
	HDMI	Yes
	Headphone-out	Headphone-out
	Mic-in	Yes
	Internal Mic	Yes
	USB	2 x USB 2.0, 2 x USB 3.0 (Chargable USB included)
	Multi Card Slot	4-in-1 (SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC)
	X-Dock Port	No
	SIO	No
	IEEE1394	No
	RJ11 (Modem)	No
	RJ45 (LAN)	Yes
	TV Antenna	No
	DC-In (Power Port)	Yes
	PC CardBus Slot	No
	S-Video (TV-out)	No
Input	Keyboard Type	103 Key 104 Key
	EZ BLU Keys	Fn + F8 (Easy SpeedUp Manager) Fn + F7 (Samsung Support Centre)
	Touch Pad, Touch Screen	Touch Pad (Scroll Scope, Flat Type)
Security	TPM	No
	AMT	No
	Virus	Norton Internet Security (60 days free)
	Lock	Kensington Lock Port
	Recovery	Samsung Recovery Solution
	Security	BIOS Boot Up Password
	FingerPrint Reader	No
Power	AC Adapter	120 Watt 90 Watt
Power	Battery	6 Cell
Physical	Dimension (W x D x H mm)	379.6 x 255.5 x 31.4 ~ 37.0mm (14.90″ x 10.00″ x 1.23″ ~ 1.45″)
Physical	Weight, include Standard Battery (kg)	2.60Kg (5.73lbs)
Software	Installed S/W	Samsung Update Plus Easy Display Manager Easy Battery Manager Easy Network Manager Easy SpeedUp Manager Easy Partition Manager Adobe Reader Microsoft Office Starter 2010 Samsung Support Centre
Software	Standard DVD	OS DVD

April 14, 2011

Live Video from Samsung Forum 2011 : Samsung Series 9 Laptop Launched : Hands On : Super slim Core i5 / i7 (PR)
We are live at the Samsung Forum 2011 here in New Delhi. We got some hands on Time with the new Samsung Series 9 Laptop. The devices are super slim and will come in variants of i5 and i7 Intel processors. with 128Gb and 256GB SSD options in 13 inch duralumin chassis. Super light at just 1.3 KGS

FIRST LOOK VIDEO (iGyaan Exclusive)

Price : Starting just under 1,00,000/- INR for the 13 inch i5 Version

Availability : 3rd week April 2011

Processor
- Intel® Core™ i5 and i7 Processor options
Operating System
- Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
Display
- LED HD Screen
- 13.3″ SuperBright Plus widescreen display
- 400 nits, up to 16 million colors, HD LED Backlit anti-glare display
Graphics
- Intel® HD Graphics 3000
Memory
- 4GB DDR3 System Memory
- 8 GB Max. System Memory
Storage
- 128 /256 GB Solid State Drive
Multimedia
- 3 W Stereo Speaker (1.5 W x 2) with HD Audio
- 1.3 MP HD Webcam
Communication
- 802.11 b/g/n WiFi
- Bluetooth V3.0 High Speed
I/O Ports
- HDMI Input
- Headphone Jack
- Mic-in
- 1 MicroSD Slot
- RJ45 LAN
- 2 USB Ports (1 Chargeable)
Input Devices
- 81 Key Keyboard
- Touch Pad
Security
- Samsung Recovery Solution
Power
- 40 Watt AC Adapter
- 6-Cell Lithium, 6300 mAh, up to 7 hours of battery life*
Design
- Duralumin Design
Dimensions
- 12.9″ (W) x 8.9″ (D) x 0.62″ ~ 0.64″ (H)
Weight
- 2.88 lbs. with Standard Battery / 1.3 KG
Warranty
- 3 Year
FULL PR

Samsung Notebook Series 9

The Samsung Notebook Series 9 marries innovative design and performance for a new dimension in mobile computing

The Samsung Notebook Series 9 is a premium notebook for consumers who pursue the best of everything: design, performance and usability. With a weight of only 1.31kg (2.89lbs.), measuring only 16.3mm (0.64inches) in depth and with a screen size of 13 inches, the Samsung Notebook Series 9 combines the latest technology with mobile computing experience to drive the market forward in terms of design, display and overall capabilities.

Crafted from duralumin, a lightweight material that is twice as strong as aluminum and normally used in advanced aircraft design, the Notebook Series 9 underwent an exhaustive testing process to ensure it is durable enough for use at home and on the go. In terms of design, the sophisticated beauty of the flowing line on the side of the Notebook Series 9 is a key design concept that gives it an aerodynamic and sleek style much like a premium sports car.

Additionally, the notebook’s SuperBright Plus display with 400nit brightness, which is two times brighter than conventional displays, as well as its vibrant Color reproduction (16 million colors) and Super Contrast ratio (1,300:1), makes it one of the most beautiful notebook displays on the market.

Product Specification

CPU: Second Generation Intel® CoreTM i5 Processor

Storage (max): 128GB Solid State Drive (256GB)

Screen: 13.3-inch HD LED-backlit SuperBright Plus display (400 nit)

Resolution: 1366×768

Battery: Lithium Polymer; Max 7.7 hours (Battery Mark v 4.0.1)

Weight: 2.89 lbs
April 14, 2011