Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[ASUS U36Jc review]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/03/asus-u36jc-review/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/03/asus-u36jc-review/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/03/asus-u36jc-review/#comments At this point, it feels like almost every laptop under the sun is being described as "thin and light," but the thinnest and lightest with a standard voltage processor? Well, that's a new distinction, and ASUS claims its 13.3-inch U36Jc is just that. The .76-inch thick chassis tips the scales to just 3.7-pounds, but doesn't skimp on the horsepower or battery life to attain those trim dimensions like some other ultrathin systems out there. Sure, the U36Jc may ditch the optical drive, but it packs a Core i5-460M processor (the "older" Nehalem generation), NVIDIA GeForce 310M graphics, 4GB of RAM, a USB 3.0 port, and a 500GB, 7200rpm hard drive for just $969. Okay, so it doesn't have Intel's latest Sandy Bridge processors, but there are plenty of other reasons we think those who are looking for an ultraportable for under a grand may want to consider the U36Jc. Hit the break to find out what those things are exactly in our full review.

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ASUS U36Jc review originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 03 Mar 2011 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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 Sure, it was only about four months ago that Dell released its XPS 14, but unfortunately, those looking to snatch up the Core i5, NVIDIA GeForce 400M-powered laptop today will have a mighty hard time. Some keen-eyed tipsters noticed that Dell's 14-inch mainstream system was out of stock, and a quick call to one of our friends at Dell confirmed that the smallest version of the series won't actually be making a comeback. However, that's not because the system didn't sell well -- Dell maintains that it actually exceeded sales expectations. Considering it was a very aggressively priced rig that doesn't really surprise us, but why not bring it back? That's where things get interesting, and we'll give you Dell's exact quote on this one...
"With the transition to Sandy Bridge technology, we chose to re-focus our efforts on incorporating this feedback into future thin and light products launching later this year. Stay tuned!"
Yep, it seems like Dell is gearing up to bring some Adamo qualities back in to the XPS brand, which is actually what were told last year when the company killed off the Adamo brand altogether. We're staying tuned alright!

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Dell XPS 14 discontinued, will be replaced with something thinner and lighter originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 20 Feb 2011 23:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Travis]

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Intel Core i7-990X stealthily hits shelves, Origin PC overclocks one to a lap-melting 4.6GHz originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 15 Feb 2011 17:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3.4GHz4.6ghz990xCore 2010core i7core i7-990xCore i7-990X extreme editionCore2010CoreI7CoreI7-990xCoreI7-990xExtremeEditionCoreI790xcustom pcCustomPcgaming pcgaming rigGamingPcGamingRigintellaptopNehalemoriginorigin pcOriginPcTue, 15 Feb 2011 17:54:00 EST<![CDATA[Lenovo IdeaPad U260 review]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/27/lenovo-ideapad-u260-review/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/27/lenovo-ideapad-u260-review/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/27/lenovo-ideapad-u260-review/#comments We mean this with no disrespect to Lenovo, but when you first lay eyes (or hands) on the incredibly attractive IdeaPad U260, it's pretty hard to believe that it was made by the company. Sure, the Chinese laptop manufacturer has always had a certain knack for creating very powerful and well-rounded ultraportables, but "drop-dead gorgeous" isn't exactly how we'd describe systems like the Lenovo IdeaPad U160, Edge 11, or ThinkPad X301. The U260 is indeed a total 180 for the company, and it's one of the most dapper and svelte laptops we've seen in a long time -- there's no question about it, its magnesium-aluminum alloy shell, leather palm rest, and glass touchpad even give the newest MacBook Airs a run for their money. But even better, the 12.5-inch system has the brawn to match that external beauty - its 0.7-inch shell has been injected with a Core i5 ULV processor, 4GB of RAM, and 320GB of storage. At $1,100 (the Core i3 version starts at $999), there's no denying that it's more than enticing, but is the U260 immune to Lenovo's typical ultraportable pain points, including poor battery life and tepid temperatures? We've been lucky enough to spend the last few days with the beautiful machine (yes, we took it on vacation!), so jump down below to find out in our full review!

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Lenovo IdeaPad U260 review originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 27 Dec 2010 12:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It took awhile for Fujitsu's Lifebook T580 to hit the US market, but at last, the 10.1-inch, three-pound Tablet PC has landed on this side of the Atlantic. The netvertible, if we can even call it that, is about double the price of the usual convertible netbook, and for good reason -- the system eschews Atom for Core i3 / i5 processor options and also has an capacitive display with an N-trig digitizer, which can support both pen and finger input. The $1,149 "Express Buy" model packs a Core i3-380UM processor, 2GB of RAM, 160GB of storage, and a 5,800mAh six-cell battery, while going on up to the Core i5-560UM CPU adds an extra $250. The T580 sure does seem to fill a pretty niche market these days, which is why we're guessing Fujitsu dropped the early "slate-beating" descriptor, but there's got to be some out there that still want the power of a mainstream system in a shrunken Tablet PC form factor, right?

Fujitsu Lifebook T580 Tablet PC now on sale in North America originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Dec 2010 08:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Back when we reviewed the Dell Vostro V13 we had a few complaints, including the fact that it lasted less than three hours on a charge and lacked an HDMI port. Well, Dell's gone and taken care of at least one of those issues with its new Vostro V130. The original thin and light chassis has been kept intact, which means there's still the same old battery issues, but Dell's freshened up the 13.3-inch magnesium alloy laptop with an HDMI port, extra USB socket, a SIM card slot, new Core i3 / i5 ULV processor options, and some new Intel "Hyperbaric Cooling" technology. We don't know much about that new cooling stuff, but apparently it will help the .65-inch thick system stay cool and quiet. Oh, and did we mention it now comes in that bright red hue?! The small business machine still starts an impressive $429 and is available today. If you're looking for more details hit the break for the full press release and the gallery below for some glossy shots.

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Dell Vostro V130 updated with more ports, fancy 'Hyperbaric' cooling originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>core 2010Core2010dellDell Vostro V130DellVostroV130Hyperbaric coolingHyperbaricCoolingIntellaptoplaptopsvostroVostro V130VostroV130Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell XPS resurrected with NVIDIA graphics, HD webcams and JBL audio]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/21/dell-xps-resurrected-with-nvidia-graphics-hd-webcams-and-jbl-au/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/21/dell-xps-resurrected-with-nvidia-graphics-hd-webcams-and-jbl-au/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/21/dell-xps-resurrected-with-nvidia-graphics-hd-webcams-and-jbl-au/#comments It's baaack. Okay, to be fair Dell's XPS brand never really went away -- there's been the Studio XPS and Adamo XPS -- but as of today, the company's refocusing its efforts and bringing back the tried and true multimedia laptop brand. Just like we'd heard, the new 14-,15.6-, and 17-inch machines will be available across the board with NVIDIA GeForce 400M GPUs (with Optimus / 3D Play support) and Core i5 / i7 processor options, but there's more to these than just internal oomph -- it'll be one of the first laptops to ship with a Skype-certified HD webcam and they're also equipped with high-fidelity JBL speakers. In terms of aesthetics, the machines pull in some styling from the new Inspirons with the wider battery base, however, instead of plastic, the lids are coated in anodized aluminum. (Of course, Dell wouldn't be Dell without making the models available with Design Studio customization options -- aka with crazy pattern options.) So, what's the deal with pricing? The entry level systems -- the $899 XPS 14, $849 XPS 15, and $949 XPS 17 -- are all configured with Intel Core i5 460M processors, 1GB NVIDIA 420M graphics, 500GB 7,200rpm hard drives, 4GB of RAM and pack Intel WiDi. That's not too shabby, but, of course, you'll be able to configure 'em all with Blu-ray drives, more storage, memory, etc. Our review unit just arrived so expect a full work-up of the 14-inch system soon, but until then we leave you with the images and press release below.

Gallery: Dell XPS hands-on

Gallery: Dell XPS press shots

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Dell XPS resurrected with NVIDIA graphics, HD webcams and JBL audio originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 21 Oct 2010 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>core 2010Core i5Core2010CoreI5dellDell XPSDell XPS 14Dell XPS 15Dell XPS 17DellXpsDellXps14DellXps15DellXps17hands-onhd webcamHdWebcamlaptoplaptopsNVIDIANvidia OptimusNvidiaOptimusoptimusskype hdSkypeHdXPSxps 14xps 15xps 17Xps14Xps15Xps17Thu, 21 Oct 2010 01:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Intel prices fresh Core i5 and i7 mobile parts]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/27/intel-prices-fresh-core-i5-and-i7-mobile-parts/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/27/intel-prices-fresh-core-i5-and-i7-mobile-parts/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/27/intel-prices-fresh-core-i5-and-i7-mobile-parts/#commentsWe'd say Intel is delivering its new chips like clockwork, but then our favorite timepieces don't usually leak anywhere near as often as Chipzilla's roadmaps. The now well known 2.66GHz Core i5-580M has finally been made official, costing $266, alongside an identically clocked family mate in the Core i5-560M, which will set bulk buyers back $225 a piece. From what we know of those two, the major difference is that the 580M can Turbo Boost its way to 3.33GHz whereas the 560M maxes out at a humbler 3.2GHz. Both are overshadowed, however, by the new i7-640M colossus, which runs at 2.8GHz by default and will reach 3.4GHz when called upon -- yours for only $346. Of course, should the 35W TDPs of those chips seem too gaudy for you, Intel's wisely dropping a pair of 18W parts as well: the Core i5-560UM slinks along at 1.33GHz and asks for $250, while the Core i7-680UM raises those numbers to 1.46GHz and $317, respectively. Finally, for the perfect balance of power and efficiency, the i7-660LM couples 2.26GHz (or 3.06GHz in Turbo mode) to a 25W thermal envelope. It matches the 640M with a $346 unit price. All these CPUs sport a pair of 32nm cores alongside a 45nm integrated graphics unit and there are absolutely no Performance Upgrade Card anywhere in sight!

Intel prices fresh Core i5 and i7 mobile parts originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 27 Sep 2010 04:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony updates VAIO F, E, and L with shiny new silicon, a pinch of Blu-ray and some denser screens originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 26 Sep 2010 21:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Ralph]

Gallery: Toshiba Qosmio X500 press shots

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Toshiba Qosmio X500 landing September 26 with GTX 460M graphics and a $1,300 price tag originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Sep 2010 10:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NEC expands Valuestar 3D lineup with two new desktop PCs; laptops say LaVie originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Wes]

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Intel Core i5-580M and Core i7-640M highlight Sony's Asian laptop refresh originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 13 Sep 2010 02:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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On the bigger and badder end is the SF Series. Similar to the netbooks, the mainstream laptops have glossy lids with the new wave like edges. According to Samsung's global press release, they'll be available with Core i3 / i5 processors and in three different sizes -- there's the 13.3-inch SF310, 14-inch SF410 and 15.6-inch SF510. The US team tells us the $749 Core i3-powered, 500GB hard drive-packing SF510 will hit the market soon and will be a Best Buy exclusive. We got a peek at that one as well, and similarly love the new chiclet keyboard, though we're hesitant on this one's single-button touchpad. Until we bring you some full reviews, there's additional details in the press release below and some hands-on shots in the gallery.

Gallery: Samsung NF and SF Series press shots

Gallery: Samsung NF and SF laptops hands-on

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Samsung launches new NF and SF Series laptops with 'shark'-like designs originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 22:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>atom n550AtomN550core 2010core i3Core i5Core2010CoreI3CoreI5hands-onifaIFA 2010Ifa2010intel atomIntelAtomlaptoplaptopsnetbooknetbooksNF110NF210NF310samsungSamsung NF210SamsungNf210SF310SF410SF510Wed, 01 Sep 2010 22:51:00 EST<![CDATA[Intel's Core i7-970 gets reviewed: great for overclocking, still expensive]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/12/intels-core-i7-970-gets-reviewed-great-for-overclocking-still/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/12/intels-core-i7-970-gets-reviewed-great-for-overclocking-still/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/12/intels-core-i7-970-gets-reviewed-great-for-overclocking-still/#commentsIt may be a cheaper way to join the high-end Core i7 family, but that doesn't mean it's "cheap." Intel's Core i7-970 ($899), which just started shipping to consumers around a month ago, has just undergone a thorough looking-over at Hot Hardware, where the six-core chip was tested alongside its more potent (and in turn, more costly) siblings. If you've no interest in dropping over a grand for a Core i7-980X, and you aren't about to lower yourself by purchasing a quad-core Core i7-975, this here chip might just do you proud. In testing, critics found the 970 to be quick, but hardly mind-blowing, when handling more mundane tasks; stir in a few heavily threaded applications, though, and it managed to "sail past" the quad-core contemporaries and "keep pace" with the aforementioned 980X. All told, the silicon managed to perform around 5 percent worse than the 980X, yet it rings up for around 12 percent less. If you've got the workflow to truly take advantage of all six cores, and you can stomach not having the absolute best, it seems as if the 970 strikes a fine balance -- and hey, if you're down with overclocking, you can probably get that 5 percent back with just a mild uptick in your energy bill.

Intel's Core i7-970 gets reviewed: great for overclocking, still expensive originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>benchmarkbenchmarkedbenchmarkschipcore 2010Core i7Core i7-970Core2010CoreI7CoreI7-970cpuintelprocessorreviewedThu, 12 Aug 2010 13:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Apple iMac line gets speedbumped, low-end gets a Core i3]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/27/apple-imac-line-speedbumped-low-end-gets-a-core-i3/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/27/apple-imac-line-speedbumped-low-end-gets-a-core-i3/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/27/apple-imac-line-speedbumped-low-end-gets-a-core-i3/#comments It's not as if we haven't heard the rumors building over the last few months, but Apple's long-standing iMac line is seeing its first real update since the Fall of last year on this fine morning. As predicted, the refreshed family now contains Core i3, Core i5 and Core i7 processor options, not to mention discrete ATI Radeon HD GPU options, IPS panels, an SD slot that understands the complexities of SDXC and an SSD option on the 27-inch machine. For whatever reason, Apple's not throwing in its new Magic Trackpad with any iMac; instead, it'll be a $69 accessory. One swank addition to this line, however, is the ability to order your new all-in-one with both an HDD and an SSD on the 27-inch model. Of course, it'll cost you dearly (a 1TB HDD plus a 256GB SSD is a $750 CTO option, while the 2TB HDD in that combo makes it a $900 option), but at least there's room inside for DIY adds. Here's a look at the available configurations, with last Fall's lineup saved here for reference:
  • The low-end $1,199 unit boasts a 21.5-inch display (1,920 x 1,080), a 3.06GHz Core i3 CPU, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, ATI's Radeon HD 4670 GPU (256MB) and a 500GB hard drive. There's also an 8x slot-loading SuperDrive with dual-layer support, Mini DisplayPort, AirPort Extreme 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, iSight webcam, gigabit Ethernet, a foursome of USB 2.0 sockets, a single FireWire 800 port and a bundled wireless Apple Keyboard and Magic Mouse.
  • There's a new $1,499 21.5-inch model that includes a 3.20GHz Core i3, ATI Radeon HD 5670 GPU (512MB), a 1TB hard drive and 4GB of DDR3 memory (along with the usual suspects mentioned above).
  • The $1,699 model is a 27-incher with a 2,560 x 1,440 LED-backlit display, 3.20GHz Core i3 CPU, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, ATI's Radeon HD 5670 (512MB), a 1TB hard drive and available CTO options that include a 3.6GHz Core i5, 2TB HDD, 256GB SSD and up to 16GB of RAM.
  • The flagship $1,999 flavor (27-inch) packs a 2.8GHz quad-core Core i5 with 8MB of shared L3 cache, 4GB of DDR3 memory, ATI's Radeon HD 5750 GPU (1GB), a 1TB hard drive and available CTO options that include a 2.93GHz Core i7 CPU, 2TB hard drive, 256GB SSD and up to 16GB of memory.

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Apple iMac line gets speedbumped, low-end gets a Core i3 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2010AIOall in oneall in one pcall-in-oneall-in-one pcAll-in-onePcAllInOneAllInOnePcappleapple imacAppleImacbreaking newsBreakingNewscomputercore 2010core i3Core2010CoreI3desktopimacipsmacos xOsXrefreshSDXCssdupdateupgradeTue, 27 Jul 2010 08:39:00 EST<![CDATA[iMac refresh is imminent, according to reseller sources]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/23/imac-refresh-is-imminent-according-to-reseller-sources/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/23/imac-refresh-is-imminent-according-to-reseller-sources/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/23/imac-refresh-is-imminent-according-to-reseller-sources/#comments The latest word from behind Apple-authorized cashiers is that Cupertino has stopped shipping out fresh stock of its entry-level 21-inch iMac. The Core 2 Duo-equipped machines were already looking long in the tooth in this Core i-something era, and so predictably the latest speculation centers around the idea of Apple taking its full iMac range into Core i3, i5 and i7 territory. Nobody really knows any of the specs for the moment, but resellers are apparently being advised to sell through what stock they have and to "keep inventories lean" for the next few weeks. Considering Apple's last all-in-one overhaul coincided with the introduction of the Magic Mouse, we're starting to suspect the company might have another iMac plus touch input device combo coming -- potentially in the very near future.

iMac refresh is imminent, according to reseller sources originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Jul 2010 05:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aioall-in-oneappleapple imacAppleImaccomputercore 2010core i3core i5Core2010CoreI3CoreI5destopimacintelrefreshresellersrumorspeculationupdateupgradeFri, 23 Jul 2010 05:05:00 EST<![CDATA[Intel's 3.2GHz hexacore i7-970 now shipping]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/19/intels-3-2ghz-hexacore-i7-970-now-shipping/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/19/intels-3-2ghz-hexacore-i7-970-now-shipping/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/19/intels-3-2ghz-hexacore-i7-970-now-shipping/#comments Just this once, DigiTimes has turned out to be spot on with its prognostication. The six-core Core i7-970 rumor we heard earlier this month has now transmogrified into a retail product, and just as promised, it brings most of the goodies of the sublime i7-980X at a moderately more affordable $899 price point. Based on the same 32nm Gulftown architecture as its costlier brother, the 970 will run at 3.2GHz by default, though presumably it too will be able to crank up speeds using Intel's Turbo Boost. Aside from that, you get a healthy 12MB of on-chip cache and the standard triple-channel DDR3 memory controller. UK speed freaks can order one up as well now, clearly a tiny bit ahead of Intel itself making things official, so we'd advise checking with your nearest super-CPU purveyors in case they too have received some early units of this multithreaded code cruncher.

[Thanks, Polytonic]

Intel's 3.2GHz hexacore i7-970 now shipping originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 19 Jul 2010 02:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony VAIO EC Series review (VPCEC25FX/WI) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Jul 2010 12:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>core 2010core i3-350mCore2010CoreI3-350mIntelintel core i3IntelCoreI3laptopreviewSONYsony vaioSony VAIO ECSonyVaioSonyVaioEcVAIO ECVAIO EC SeriesVaioEcVaioEcSeriesWed, 07 Jul 2010 12:51:00 EST<![CDATA[Lenovo IdeaCentre A310 slips into something a little more Corefortable]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/07/lenovo-ideacentre-a310-slips-into-something-a-little-more-corefo/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/07/lenovo-ideacentre-a310-slips-into-something-a-little-more-corefo/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/07/lenovo-ideacentre-a310-slips-into-something-a-little-more-corefo/#comments We never felt like the thing holding the IdeaCentre A300 back was its CPU, but that hasn't stopped Lenovo from tacking an extra 10 onto the product number and a modern Core i3-350M inside. The 2.26GHz chip is a dual-core mobile affair, built on Intel's famed 32nm process, and offers an integrated 45nm graphics processor just for kicks as well. For this newfound privilege, Japanese buyers will be expected to pony up ¥109,000 ($1,243) when the A310 becomes available on July 17. Bear in mind that includes a bundled external DVD rewriter, the lack of which was one of our bigger disappointments with this otherwise gorgeous 21.5-inch all-in-one family -- now if Lenovo could only offer a version with a matte screen, we might even care enough to buy one.

Lenovo IdeaCentre A310 slips into something a little more Corefortable originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Jul 2010 05:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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ASUS U43JC and U43F show up at Best Buy boastin' bamboo bods originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 06 Jul 2010 21:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>asusasus bambooAsus Bamboo Collectionasus u seriesASUS U43FASUS U43JCAsusBambooAsusBambooCollectionAsusU43fAsusU43jcAsusUSeriesbamboobest buyBestBuycore 2010Core i5Core2010CoreI5laptoplaptopsnvidiaNvidia OptimusNvidiaOptimusoptimusU43FU43JcWiDiTue, 06 Jul 2010 21:09:00 EST<![CDATA[Intel set to overhaul desktop CPU range with new models, lower prices]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/02/intel-set-to-overhaul-desktop-cpu-range-with-new-models-lower-p/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/02/intel-set-to-overhaul-desktop-cpu-range-with-new-models-lower-p/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/02/intel-set-to-overhaul-desktop-cpu-range-with-new-models-lower-p/#comments This might be about as shocking as sunny weather in España, but Intel appears set to slash some prices and bump some speeds in its desktop CPU portfolio this quarter. According to DigiTimes and its beloved motherboard maker sources, the desktop dominator intends to introduce a six-core Core i7-970 chip, at a $885 bulk purchase price that should bring the hexacore entry price down from the i7-980X's $999 perch, along with a 2.8GHz i5-760 priced at $205, and -- intriguingly -- a quad-core i5-870S designed specifically for small form factor machines and costing an appropriately inflated $351 a piece. Finally, there's word of a most welcome price tumble for the 3.06GHz i7-950, which moves down to the $294 slot currently occupied by the 2.8GHz i7-930. All this crazy talk seems to reiterate earlier suggestions coming out of HKEPC, so we advise hitting both source links and drawing your own conclusions.

Intel set to overhaul desktop CPU range with new models, lower prices originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 02 Jul 2010 11:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Liquid-cooled Asetek prototype redefines our all-in-one expectations (video)

Liquid-cooled Asetek prototype redefines our all-in-one expectations (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 02 Jul 2010 05:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aioall-in-oneall-in-one pcAll-in-onePcasetekcomputercore 2010core i7core i7-920Core2010CoreI7CoreI7-920desktopgeforce gtx 280mGeforceGtx280mgtx 280mGtx280mliquid cooledliquid coolingliquid-cooledLiquidCooledLiquidCoolingnvidiapcprototypevideoFri, 02 Jul 2010 05:57:00 EST<![CDATA[Acer Aspire Timeline X laptops arrive stateside sans ULV processors]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/22/acer-aspire-timeline-x-laptops-arrive-stateside-sans-ulv-process/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/22/acer-aspire-timeline-x-laptops-arrive-stateside-sans-ulv-process/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/22/acer-aspire-timeline-x-laptops-arrive-stateside-sans-ulv-process/#comments Acer's Timeline X laptops have been popping up around the world for over three months now, but the thin and light machines are finally making their way to this side of the globe, and we can only hope they're as excited as we are. The machines all shun ULV processors for standard voltage Core i3 or i5 CPUs, yet each of the models still ring up at under a grand. They also span the entire size spectrum -- there's an 11.6-inch 1830T, 13.3-inch 3820T, 14-inch 4820T and lastly the 15.6-inch 5820T. However, despite their full-power CPUs and ATI Mobiltiy Radeon HD 5650 graphics options, all the models continue to measure less than an inch thick -- yep, even the Aspire 5820T and the Aspire 4820T with onboard optical drives maintain rather trim measurements. While there are plenty of deals to be had, the $800 Aspire 4820TG with its Core i3 CPU, 4GB of RAM, and 320GB hard drive sounds mighty tempting. Yet, there's also the $600 1830T with a Core i3 processor, 3GB of memory and 320GB of storage. We told you we were excited. These should be hitting retailers soon, but if you're dying for some more details hit the break for the full press release or the gallery below for some hands-on shots we stole at Computex a few weeks back.

Gallery: Acer Timeline X hands-on

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Acer Aspire Timeline X laptops arrive stateside sans ULV processors originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Tranquil PC iXL takes you up to 2.93GHz sans fans, has equally lofty price originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 21 Jun 2010 06:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Toshiba Portégé R700 hands-on

Gallery: Toshiba Protege R700 press shots

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Toshiba Portégé R700 slides in with a thin design, Core power and an affordable pricetag originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We're not sure there are any PC manufacturers without a 3D laptop in store at this point, but add Lenovo to the confirmed list! The 15.6-inch IdeaPad Y560d poo poos NVIDIA's 3D Vision, and instead utilizes TriDef's 3D technology like Acer Aspire 5738DG. The solution, which combines a specially coated screen, software and special polarizing glasses, can convert 2D content to 3D content, but in our previous experience we've been less than impressed with the quality of the end result. And unlike Toshiba's Satellite A665, TriDef doesn't support 3D Blu-ray content. Yeah, so we're hesitant about all that three-dee stuff, but the rest of the machine looks mighty tempting. It'll be available with Intel Core i3 through Core i7 processors, an ATI Radeon HD5720 GPU, and up to 8GB of DDR3 RAM. It will also apparently have Lenovo's RapidDrive technology as an option, which marries a regular hard drive with an SSD for faster boot times. Just don't put on those 3D specs yet, the Y560d won't be available until the end of the month and will start at $1,200. Check out some of the press shots below and if you're still digging for some details the full press release is after the break.

Gallery: Lenovo IdeaPad Y560d press shots

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Lenovo jumps on the 3D laptop train with the IdeaPad Y560d originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 17 Jun 2010 07:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3D3d laptop3dLaptopcore 2010Core2010IdeaPad Y560dIdeapadY560dintel core 2010IntelCore2010LenovoLenovo IdeapadLenovo IdeaPad Y560dLenovoIdeapadLenovoIdeapadY560dtrideftridef 3dTridef3dY560dThu, 17 Jun 2010 07:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Toshiba Qosmio V65 laptop brings Core i5, SpursEngine and Blu-ray to low-res screen]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/16/toshiba-qosmio-v65-laptop-brings-core-i5-spursengine-and-blu-ra/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/16/toshiba-qosmio-v65-laptop-brings-core-i5-spursengine-and-blu-ra/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/16/toshiba-qosmio-v65-laptop-brings-core-i5-spursengine-and-blu-ra/#commentsWith Toshiba's Core i7-toting Qosmio X500 series laptops starting at a bit over a grand these days, we're not sure how excited we are about the company's new V65 portable PC. Though the former model spun Blu-ray discs into a fine-pixeled 1080p, this new model's SpursEngine-powered content's been relegated to a 1,366 x 768, 15.6-inch backlit screen. While Japanese consumers do get a 2.4GHz Core i5-450M processor, 4GB of DDR3 memory, 500GB hard drive, plenty of ports and a digital TV tuner for the price, said price is an estimated ¥180,000 -- or about $1,972 in hard US currency if the machine ever comes stateside. A wee bit steep, in our estimation.

Toshiba Qosmio V65 laptop brings Core i5, SpursEngine and Blu-ray to low-res screen originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Blu-rayCore 2010Core i5Core i5 mobileCore i5-450MCore2010CoreI5CoreI5-450mCoreI5MobileJapanQosmioQosmio V65QosmioV65SpursEngineToshibaToshiba Qosmio V65ToshibaQosmioV65Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:17:00 EST<![CDATA[Lenovo ThinkPad Edge 14 gets Core i7 option, extra vroom vroom]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/15/lenovo-thinkpad-edge-14-gets-core-i7-option-extra-vroom-vroom/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/15/lenovo-thinkpad-edge-14-gets-core-i7-option-extra-vroom-vroom/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/15/lenovo-thinkpad-edge-14-gets-core-i7-option-extra-vroom-vroom/#comments We'll be straight with you, we're typing away on a Core i3-equipped Edge 14 right now and we rarely feel the need for more power, but then it's not like Lenovo can afford to keep one of its prettier models sated with just i3s and i5s now, is it? Of course not, so here we are, gazing at a fresh new Core i7-620M upgrade option on the ThinkPad Edge 14, which will set eager buyers back an extra $350 over the more budget-friendly i3-330M default. Opting to splash that hard earned cash will net you Turbo Boost up to 3.33GHz and a not too shabby 2.66GHz regular clock, plus 4MB of cache. The Edge 15, which has so far been just a slightly larger twin to the 14, hasn't yet felt the warm embrace of upgrade mania, but we suspect it too will soon start offering options from Intel's top tier.

[Thanks, Jeremy]

Lenovo ThinkPad Edge 14 gets Core i7 option, extra vroom vroom originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>core 2010core i7core i7-620mCore2010CoreI7CoreI7-620mcpuedgeedge 14Edge14intelintel core i7IntelCoreI7lenovolenovo edgelenovo edge 14lenovo thinkpadlenovo thinkpad edgeLenovoEdgeLenovoEdge14LenovoThinkpadLenovoThinkpadEdgeprocessorthinkpadthinkpad edgethinkpad edge 14ThinkpadEdgeThinkpadEdge14Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:09:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony VAIO J joins the touchscreen all-in-one ranks]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/08/sony-vaio-j-joins-the-touchscreen-all-in-one-ranks/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/08/sony-vaio-j-joins-the-touchscreen-all-in-one-ranks/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/08/sony-vaio-j-joins-the-touchscreen-all-in-one-ranks/#comments On the surface it doesn't look like much separates Sony's new 21.5-inch VAIO J all-in-one from the growing number of touchscreen AIOs on the market, but it's definitely one of the more head-turning options out there. Like its 24-inch L Series, the VAIO J has a 1920x1080-resolution display and a Blu-ray drive, but the larger model now packs a 2.66GHz Intel Core i7-620M CPU, up to 8GB of RAM, and NVIDIA discrete graphics options with 512 vRAM. It also has a 7,200rpm 500GB hard drive and boots Windows 7 Premium, though Sony has added its touch-friendly Media Gallery software layer. The best news? While the L starts at $1,300, the J will arrive next month with a $900 starting price. Sure, there are cheaper models out there, but when doesn't Sony demand a few extra bucks for its good looks? On that note, we'll leave you with some polished press shots and the full PR after the break.

Gallery: Sony VAIO J press shots

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Sony VAIO J joins the touchscreen all-in-one ranks originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 08 Jun 2010 08:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>all-in-oneall-in-one PCAll-in-onePccore 2010Core i7core i7-620mCore2010CoreI7CoreI7-620mintel core 2010Intel Core i7 - 620MIntelCore2010IntelCoreI7-620mSONYsony vaioSony VAIO JSonyVaioSonyVaioJVAIO JVaioJTue, 08 Jun 2010 08:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Toshiba redesigns Satellite ultrathin laptops, we go hands-on]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/03/toshiba-redesigns-satellite-ultrathin-laptops-we-go-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/03/toshiba-redesigns-satellite-ultrathin-laptops-we-go-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/03/toshiba-redesigns-satellite-ultrathin-laptops-we-go-hands-on/#comments It's no secret that the Toshiba Mini NB305 is one of our favorite netbooks on the market, mostly because of its chiclet keyboard and wide touchpad. Thankfully for us, it looks like Toshiba is planning to spread the same design to its ultrathin Satellite lineup sometime soon. Shown above is what appears to be a minty fresh update to the Satellite M135 on the Computex show floor. The 13-inch laptop looked mighty attractive -- it's about an inch thick, and as mentioned has the same sturdy keyboard as the Mini NB305. We're not the biggest fans of the pattern etched into the metal palmrest, but on the plus side its touchpad has dedicated right and left buttons. We can't tell you much in the way of specs, but it was on display at the Intel booth with a Core i5-U520 processor and also hanging out at the AMD booth with one of those new Athlon II Neo CPUs. This thing is bound to be official sometime soon, but in the meantime check out the hands-on shots below and start saving up for what could be one of the best ultrathins headed to the market.

Gallery: New Toshiba Satellite ultrathin

Toshiba redesigns Satellite ultrathin laptops, we go hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 03 Jun 2010 09:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: A bunch of the new WiDi laptops were on display at Intel's Computex booth. Looks like we are in for some new ones from HP, Acer and Dell. Check out the gallery below.

Gallery: Intel WiDi laptops at Computex

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Intel HD graphics to support 3D this summer, 30 more WiDi laptops on the way originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 01 Jun 2010 03:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d3d support3dSupportAcer 5820TAcer Aspire 5820TAcer5820TAcerAspire5820tarrandaleASUS U43FAsusU43fblu-ray 3dBlu-ray3dclarkdalecomputexcomputex 2010Computex2010core 2010Core2010Dell Studio 15ZDellStudio15zfr6000gma hdGmaHdgpugraphicsHP Pavilion dv5HpPavilionDv5integrated graphicsIntegratedGraphicsintelintel gma hdintel hd graphicsintel widiintel wireless displayIntelGmaHdIntelHdGraphicsIntelWidiIntelWirelessDisplaylaptopsMSI FR600MsiFr600passive 3dPassive3dPavilion dv5PavilionDv5polarizedstereoscopicStudio 15ZStudio15zU43FwidiTue, 01 Jun 2010 03:13:00 EST<![CDATA[Leaked Intel roadmap reveals six new notebook CPUs for 2010, better battery life in 2011]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/30/leaked-intel-roadmap-reveals-six-new-notebook-cpus-for-2010-bet/http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/30/leaked-intel-roadmap-reveals-six-new-notebook-cpus-for-2010-bet/http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/30/leaked-intel-roadmap-reveals-six-new-notebook-cpus-for-2010-bet/#comments We love the smell of silicon in the morning -- especially when it emanates from one of Intel's legendary leaked roadmaps. Today, we've stumbled across one with specs for Chipzilla's entire fall collection of mobile chips, and a couple new details about that desiccated overpass the execs keep talking about. First up, it appears sources were spot-on about the Core i7s and Core i5s we heard about last week, but the 2.66GHz / 3.33 GHz Core i5-580M won't be the only dual-core CPU to look for in Q4; it will be sandwiched between the 2.8GHz Core i7-640M (which turbos to 3.46GHz) and the 2.66GHz / 3.2GHz Core i5-560M -- all of which peak at a conservative 35 watts.

True juice sippers will want a 15W CULV, however, and it seems more of those exist than Intel initially let on; Q4 will see a high-end Core i7-680UM that starts at 1.46GHz and turbos up to 2.53GHz and a 1.33GHz / 2.13GHz Core i5-560UM, plus a 25W 2.26GHz Core i7-660LM low-voltage chip will also join the fray. All these new dual-cores will have on-die Intel HD Graphics in one form or another, but all are also stopgaps until Intel's 32nm "Huron River" platform debuts in the first quarter of 2011. Then, we'll get WiMAX, WiDi and Intel Bluetooth alongside an intriguing new concept dubbed Zero Power ODD, which promises a power-saving sleep mode for our noisy optical disc drives (see more coverage link) and the promise of enough battery life to play two full Blu-rays on a single charge. Don't believe us? See the slides below for more.

Gallery: Intel's leaked mobile roadmap, Q4 2010

Leaked Intel roadmap reveals six new notebook CPUs for 2010, better battery life in 2011 originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 30 May 2010 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Intel Core i7-875K and Core i5-655K unlock multipliers, better performance originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 28 May 2010 03:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Paul]

Intel's quad-core i7-740QM and i7-840QM show up on Dell laptop menu originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 24 May 2010 05:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Intel Core i5-580M speeding toward a fall release at 2.66GHz? originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 24 May 2010 04:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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MSI brings Core i5, GeForce 310M to 15.6-inch CX623 multimedia laptop originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 18 May 2010 05:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's good to have options, right? And, bam! Just like that, Fujitsu announces a little something called the LifeBook T730. Sporting the same Intel Core i5-520M, i5-540M, or i7-620M CPU available on the LifeBook T900, this bad boy packs up to 8GB RAM, 320GB HDD (or 128GBSSD with encryption), Bluetooth, HDMI output, pen input (with optional capacitive multitouch), and a Super-Multi DVD writer into a comparatively svelte, 12.1-inch LED backlit package. Prices start at a Rockefeller-esque $1,869 and move skyward ever-so-quickly depending on your needs and budget.

Tablet PC shocker! Fujitsu LifeBook T730 official, smaller version of T900 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 17 May 2010 10:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Daniel]

HP's $950 TouchSmart tm2 surfaces at Amazon with Core i3-330M originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 15 May 2010 23:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Our friends at Engadget Chinese inform us the new U series laptops aren't 100 percent recyclable after all; they still have a sizable plastic substrate underneath those thicker bamboo panels. It seems ASUS still hasn't managed to shake its wooden façade. Get specs and first-hand pics from the event at our more coverage link.

ASUS Bamboo Collection laptops: now with Taiwanese pricing, more bamboo (update) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 15 May 2010 22:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Lenovo's 15.6-inch IdeaPad Y560 laptop goes on sale originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 13 May 2010 11:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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