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Apple Revamps The Mac Mini!

Along with the new versions of the iPad and MacBooks, Apple also launched an updated version of the Mac Mini. The new Mini’s have new processors, including quad-core models on the high end, as well as new built-to-order RAM options of up to 16GB. Pricing remains the same as the prior generation Mac Mini models. There are two standard configuration and a server configuration:

– $599, 2.5 GHz Dual-Core Intel Core i5, 4GB RAM, 500GB HD
– $799, 2.3 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5, 4GB RAM, 1TB HD
– $999, 2.3 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5, 4GB RAM, 2TB HD, Includes Mountain Lion Server

The first is a $599 model with a 2.5GHz dual-core i5 Ivy Bridge processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB HDD, and second a $999 server model with a 2.3GHz quad-core i7 Ivy Bridge, 4GB of RAM and dual 1TB HDDs.

Graphics is handled by Intel HD 4000 GPU, and Bluetooth 4.0 is handling wireless devices. When it comes to ports, four USB 3.0 slots come built-in, as well as an SD card reader and HDMI out.

The new Mac Mini is available to purchase starting today!

October 23, 2012
New Apple iMac with Slimmer design and IVY Bridge Processors Launched

Apple has also refreshed the new iMac with the latest processors and a new super slim design that will be the envy of all. Just 5mm thick at the edges, constructed with “friction stir welding” as well as a gapless, less reflective display that’s laminated together with the glass.

The size of the iMac 2012 is the same with a 21.5-inch, 1080p model and a 27-inch, 2,560 x 1,400 model . Standard 720p-capable front cameras with dual mics as well as NVIDIA’s GeForce 600graphics, boasting up to 32GB of RAM and a lots of storage options upto 3TB of optical drives and a 768GB SSD or Apples new Fusion drive that mixes both 128GB of flash with 1TB or 3TB of conventional storage .

The 21.5-inch iMac ships in November, for a price of $1,299 for a 2.7GHz Core i5, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive.

The 27-inch iMac is priced at $1,799 and you’ll get a 2.9GHz Core i5 as well as the same memory and storage. It will ship in December, however, which gives us a lot of time to save up our monies.

October 23, 2012
HCL Launches new UltraSmart ME Series 3074 UltraBooks in India starting Rs. 51990 (PR) (Hands on Video)
While most companies are slotting their ultrabooks are premium laptops, HCL has launched their new range of Ultrasmart ME UltraBooks at a relatively low price starting Rs. 51990. The new Ultrabooks weigh in at just under 1.7 KGs and feature 14 inch WXGA displays.

Specs Include :
- latest Intel third generation Ivy Bridge processors
- Thickness under 18mm
- 14-inch display with a WXGA resolution of 1366×768 pixels
- Hybrid 32GB SSD and 500GB HDD storage
- 4GB of RAM.
- Weight : 1.7Kg
- 2 x USB 3.0 ports
- 1 x USB 2.0 port
- 4-in-1 memory card reader
- 1.3-megapixel web camera
- HDMI port
- Integrated Intel graphic
- 2 x 2 watt sound
- Multi-touch gesture touchpad
- Super-responsive auto-resume in less than 5 seconds
- 39 months warranty
- HCL Touch
- Free 90 days Intel Anti-Theft Service Free
- Starting Rs. 51990 MRP
Several variants of the laptop will available staring from basic 320 GB storage /2 GB RAM to 750 GB Storage / 8 GB RAM with a 12g GB SSD only variant aswell. The Ultrabooks come Windows 8 ready so after purchase one has the option to upgrade to windows 8 using Microsofts current offer.

HCL is interested in changing their brand image and have signed on Nargis Fakhri as their brand ambassador for the HCL ME range of laptops. They are also planning on revamping stores and designing new youthful creatives to target the spending consumers. HCL has India’s largest distribution and retail network, taking to market a range of Digital Lifestyle products in partnership with leading global ICT brands, including Apple, Cisco, Ericsson, Kingston, Kodak, Konica Minolta, Microsoft, Nokia, Toshiba, and many more.

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HCL Infosystems unveils its Ultrasmart ME Ultrabook^TM
- The HCL ME Series 3074 Ultrabook^TM– Ultra Sleek, Ultra Fast, Ultra Light
- Intel 3rd Generation Core i3 processors, super-responsive auto-resume in less than 5 seconds
- 14-inch WXGA HD LED Backlit display resolution 1366*768
- HCL Advantage – 39 months warranty, long battery back-up, HCL Touch
- Bundled with first of its kind free 90 days Intel Anti-Theft Service Free
- The HCL ME Series 3074 starts at a price point of Rs. 51990 MRP
New Delhi, India, September 19, 2012 – HCL Infosystems Ltd., India’s premier hardware, services and ICT Systems Integration and Distribution Company, today launched its first HCL Ultrasmart ME Ultrabook^TM – the HCL Ultrasmart ME Series 3074. The HCL ME Ultrabook is one of the first devices launched in India to be powered by 3^rd Generation Intel® Core™ i3 processors. These lightweight Ultrasmart devices offer a complete new insight to the future of computing technology. Equipped with a superior responsive system- with an auto resume in less than five seconds the all new Ultrabook series comes with a very long battery backup of upto seven hours. This is one of the first 3^rd generation Ultrabook devices from HCL and more such next gen devices will be launched soon.

This Ultra Sleek (less than 18mm with metal casing) but powerful device is also supported by HCL Advantage 39 months warranty. The HCL ME Ultrabook offers Hybrid Drive version that is a combination of SSD & SATAII HDD. The ME device is also ultra versatile with 3 USB ports & 1 HDMI Port and also offers a great media & graphics performance and experience, along with DivX11 support for HD content playback. The new-generation HCL Ultrasmart ME Series 3074 weighs an Ultra light 1.7 kg, features a 14-inch WXGA, LED Backlit display with a 1366×768 HD resolution. Available in brilliant brush metal grey finish the device sports a 2x2W advanced sound system and a built-in multi -gesture touchpad.

“With the launch of our Ultrabook we are continuing our tradition of being a manufacturer of innovative computing devices and give our customers faster, more powerful and smarter machines. We are proud to usher in the next generation computing with the new range of HCL Ultrasmart series. Combined with elegant and sleek looks and design, these lightweight Ultrabooks are a testimony to HCL’s focus and commitment on developing best in class computing devices for our customers. A combination of powerful processing and great designing has resulted in a device geared for exceptional performance at work or entertainment”, said Mr. Princy Bhatnagar, Vice President and Head Consumer Computing, HCL Infosystems Ltd. “Offering a whole new level of computing the HCL Ultrasmart series is set to change the dimensions of user experience which is only going to improve as we launch more devices in the Ultrasmart Series” he added.

With Intel 3^rd Generation Core processors, the HCL Ultrasmart ME Series 3074 is available with Windows 7 Home Basic/Premium and Professional for enterprises. The HCL ME Series 3074 Ultrabook comes with Intel 3^rd Generation HM77 Chipset, Intel HD 4000 graphics, memory 4 GB DDR3 RAM (upgradeable to 8 GB DDR3), internal hard disk storage – 32 GB SSD plus 500GB 7200RPM HDD and USB 3.0/ 2.0 connectivity. Some of the other features include 1.3 MP VGA camera, HDMI, in-built microphone, 4-in-1 memory card user, Bluetooth 4.0, Integrated Wi-fi and 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN connectivity. The HCL Ultrasmart ME Series 3074 complies with BEE Star certification that further ensures a smooth performance with maximum energy efficiency.

The HCL Ultrasmart Ultrabook starts with a price range of MRP Rs. 51,990 with Hybrid Drive. Other versions available in the series are at MRP Rs 54,990 with 128 GB SSD only and at MRP of Rs. 52,990 with Hybrid drive & Idea Generator Tool worth Rs. 12,990. The HCL Ultrasmart ME series will be integrated with HCL Touch, a 24X7 one touch after sale service facility. The 3074 Ultrabook series is available for pre-booking at HCL’s retail partners, brand stores and also online at www.hclstore.in from today.

About HCL Infosystems:

HCL Infosystems Ltd, with revenue (LTM) of US$ 2.0 billion (Rs 10,840 crores) is India’s premier hardware, services and ICT systems integration company offering a wide spectrum of ICT products that includes Computing, Storage, Networking, Security, Telecom, Imaging and Retail. HCL is a one-stop-shop for all the ICT requirements of an organisation. India’s leading System Integration and Infrastructure Management Services Organisation, HCL has specialised expertise across verticals including Telecom, BFSI, eGovernance & Power. HCL has India’s largest distribution and retail network, taking to market a range of Digital Lifestyle products in partnership with leading global ICT brands, including Apple, Cisco, Ericsson, Kingston, Kodak, Konica Minolta, Microsoft, Nokia, Toshiba, and many more. HCL today has India’s largest vertically integrated computer manufacturing facility with over three decades of electronic manufacturing experience & HCL desktops is the largest selling brand into the enterprise space. With India’s largest ICT services network that reaches to every corner of India, HCL’s award winning Support Services makes it the preferred choice of enterprise and consumers, alike. For more information please visit us at www.hclinfosystems.in

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September 19, 2012
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
HP announces Six Ivy Bridge desktops (PR)
HP has just refreshed their lineup of All in Ones and Desktops with the new Intel IVY-Bridge Chipsets, featuring a total of six new quad-core models that’ll be available directly from HP in June.

The three All-in -Ones include

Omni 220qd
- Ivy Bridge platform
- Beats Audio
- cantilever design
- $999 starting
Omni 27qd
- 27-inch display
- Ivy Bridge platform
- $1,199 starting
TouchSmart 520xt
- touch-enabled 23-inch display
- $999 starting
- Ivy Bridge platform
The Three desktops include HPE h8t, available for $699, and the HPE h8xt starting $799 and HPE Phoenix h9t starting at $1,149.

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PALO ALTO, April 24, 2012 – HP today expanded its consumer desktop portfolio, adding five models powered by Intel’s 3rd generation Intel® Quad-Core™ processors that deliver intelligent performance and enhanced built-in security.

Intel’s new 3rd generation Core processors offer up to twice the HD media and 3-D graphics performance as well as significant processor performance as previous generation. Consumers will appreciate the added protection against viruses, malware and rootkits provided by Intel® Secure Key and Intel® OS Guard.

HP Omni 220qd: A sleek all-in-one PC that offers a streamlined cantilever design and optional features such as Beats Audio™ for a PC that sounds as good as it looks.

HP Omni 27qd: The company’s first 27-inch all-in-one PC and the first non-touch HP PC to feature HP’s exclusive Magic Canvas software for a truly engaging experience.

HP TouchSmart 520xt: Designed for consumers who demand a premium multimedia and touch experience.

HP Pavilion HPE h8t and h8xt: Provides the ultimate computing experience in a sleek and simple design. Select models can support up to three displays.

HP Pavilion HPE h9t Phoenix: The company’s most powerful Pavilion platform to date, it is engineered to run power-hungry applications such as video editing and games with ease.

For an in-depth look at the HP consumer desktops powered by 3rd generation Intel Core processors, check out TheNextBench.

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April 25, 2012
Hp Launches new Ivy Bridge based g4, dv4, dv6 and dv7 Pavilion Laptops(video)

HP has announced four new Pavilion laptops for the new Ivy Bridge platform the dv4-5000, dv6-7000, dv7-6000 and g4-2000 (the G4 is still on Sandy Bridge).

The dv4 and dv6 have a 2.3GHz i7-3610QM processor with GeForce GT630M graphics impressive Beats Audio and 14-inch or 15.6-inch (1366 x 768) displays respectively.

The dv7 model up the ante with a 2.6GHZ i7-3720QM chip, GeForce GT 650M graphics and 17.3-inches of 1920 x 1080 screen. The g4 will stick to options of i3-2350M and i5-2450M Sandy Bridge, along with a 14inch screen.

March 19, 2012
Intel: Ivy Bridge GPU will support resolutions upto 4096px x 2304 lines

The next version of the Sandy bridge platform is called the IVY Bridge, and apart from being faster and smaller the chipset will also bring a refreshed change to the number of pixels on ones display.

This platform will support resolutions in excess of 4000 px (maximum of 4,096 x 4,096) a big up from WQXGA (2,560 x 1,600) limitation of its Sandy Bridge. This will open up doors to high level video editing and detailed graphical elements.

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September 20, 2011