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[Wacom Bamboo Stylus Duo lets you draw something on tablets and paper]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/10/wacom-bamboo-stylus-duo-draws-on-tablets-and-paper/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/10/wacom-bamboo-stylus-duo-draws-on-tablets-and-paper/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/10/wacom-bamboo-stylus-duo-draws-on-tablets-and-paper/#comments Wacom Bamboo Stylus Duo, lets you draw something on tablets and paperTired of reaching for the stylus, then your pen, oh, and then the stylus again? Wacom saw that, and updated the Bamboo Stylus with the new "Duo." Half pen, half stylus, and all yours for £34 (about $50) next month.

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We were so beguiled by AD's bamboo-bound smartphone that we had to track down the designer to get some hands-on time with these work-in-progress prototypes. We met up with Kieron-Scott Woodhouse (pun unintended) and he offered to bring along several of the latest prototypes for us to get to grips with. While the finished product will arrive in the bamboo material but smoked to the darker finish. The darker model's button layout is also closer to what we can expect on the final device. The ADZero is still set to launch between the end of 2012 and the start of 2013. Sustainable smartphone fans can browse through our gallery below, or read up on the phone's journey -- and our impressions -- right after the break.

Gallery: ADZero bamboo smartphone prototypes hands-on

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ADZero bamboo smartphone prototypes hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This is the ADzero, a smartphone with a four-year old, organically grown bamboo unibody shell. It was designed by British student Kieron-Scott Woodhouse, a final-year product design student at Middlesex University. After his concept designs were spotted online, the 23 year old was approached to help design a real device. The Android-powered phone is built with an eye on sustainability, but isn't scrimping on the technical: its packing a camera with a reportedly unique ring-flash that encircles the lens. It'll be released in China and the UK shortly, with a focus on getting it into the hands of design-focused consumers. After the break we've got a clip of Mr. Woodhouse as he looks to carry on the tradition of world-class British designers.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>AD ZeroAdZeroBambooBamboo SmartphoneBamboo UnibodyBambooSmartphoneBambooUnibodyBritain is AwesomeBritainIsAwesomeChinaDesignKieron-Scott WoodhouseKieron-scottWoodhouseMiddlesex UniversityMiddlesexUniversitymobilepostcrossProduct DesignProductDesignUKUnibodyvideoThu, 02 Feb 2012 12:31:00 EST<![CDATA[ASUS' bamboo-plated U43SD laptop graduates to Sandy Bridge, so does plain-jane U41SV]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/19/asus-bamboo-plated-u43sd-laptop-graduates-to-sandy-bridge-so-d/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/19/asus-bamboo-plated-u43sd-laptop-graduates-to-sandy-bridge-so-d/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/19/asus-bamboo-plated-u43sd-laptop-graduates-to-sandy-bridge-so-d/#comments When we reviewed ASUS' first bamboo laptop, we raved about more than just its unconventional looks -- we were also impressed with its solid performance. So we're pleased, although not at all surprised, that ASUS is refreshing the line with Intel's latest Sandy Bridge processors. The U43SD doesn't appear to stray from its predecessor's industrial design (save for its bigger 14-inch screen), but it steps up to the latest Core i3 and Core i5 processors, along with NVIDIA GeForce GT 520M graphics with 1GB of video memory. You can also choose from 5,400RPM and 7,200RPM hard drive options and either a six- or eight-cell battery. While the company was at it, it also quietly unveiled another Sandy Bridge laptop, the U41SV, which offers the same configuration options as the U43SD -- and a plainer design. No word on pricing, and a cursory search turned up no availability. For now, though, you can have a gander at some official photos lifted from ASUS' own product pages.

Gallery: ASUS U43SD

Gallery: ASUS U41SV


[Thanks, Jon and Danijel]

ASUS' bamboo-plated U43SD laptop graduates to Sandy Bridge, so does plain-jane U41SV originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 19 Apr 2011 18:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Eager to unleash some serious creativity on your tablet computer, but stymied by the meaty nubbins you call fingers? There, there. We know your shame. You need grace and precision: you need a stylus. Yes, the stylus, that newly resurgent tech soon to ship with the HTC Flyer and a horde of other Android devices. But if you're unwilling to buy a new tablet, you might feel left out. So for you Wacom -- the company that built its fortune on pressure-sensitive tablets -- has unveiled its first capacitive pen, the Bamboo Stylus. Sporting a 6mm tip, it'll work with all capacitive screens, iPad, Android, or otherwise. The company plans to ship it in May (in the UK at least), along with several pen-based apps; retail price should be £25 (about $41). In the meantime, budding artists should consider crayons -- now shipping in over 150 colors.

[Thanks, Donna.]

Wacom announces capacitive stylus to replace puny human fingers originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 10:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The radiator grill has been replaced by an internet-connected "identiface," developed by Daimler subsidiary MBtech, whereby the occupant can display any number of messages to onlookers from Facebook or Twitter, for example, or even the radio station preset you're currently jamming. The inflatable rear seats are removable as is the inflatable waterproof roof developed by Tecnotex that doubles as a beach blanket. The whole kit is powered by a 54 kW electric motor capable of a 120km/h top speed and battery capable of pushing the sporty golf cart some 105 kilometers before requiring a recharge from an RWE intelligent charging station. Look for it to make its big reveal at the Geneva Motor Show. Until then, head over to Autoblog to feast on their gallery of images with a few choice shots added below.

Gallery: Rinspeed Bamboo



[Thanks, Tim]

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>automobilebamboocarconceptconcept carConceptCardaimlerdockelectric carElectricCarfacebookflyerFrank M. RinderknechtFrankM.RinderknechtGeneva Motor ShowGenevaMotorShowgreenedgehtcidentifaceJames RizziJamesRizzijblmbtechRinderknechtrinspeedtablettecnotextwitterThu, 17 Feb 2011 06:28:00 EST<![CDATA[ASUS U33Jc-A1 Bamboo series review]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/29/asus-u33jc-a1-bamboo-review/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/29/asus-u33jc-a1-bamboo-review/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/29/asus-u33jc-a1-bamboo-review/#comments Pandas, East Asia, wood. Nope, "laptop" hasn't ever been on the list of words we typically associate with "bamboo," but ASUS sure has us willing to tack it on with the introduction of its U Bamboo Series. The company's newest 13-inch U33Jc is covered in one of the most durable and recyclable materials on earth, and its internals are made of equally strong parts. Sure, the laptop looks incredibly traditional, but the $999 machine actually packs an incredible amount of new technology, including a fresh Core i3 processor, NVIDIA Optimus enabled graphics, USB 3.0 and Intel's wireless display technology. It's truly one of the most impressive laptops we've heard about in the last few months, but a few gripes hold it back from being the killer laptop it could be. Intrigued? Bamboozled? Hit the break for our full review.

Gallery: ASUS Bamboo U33Jc review

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ASUS U33Jc-A1 Bamboo series review originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>asusasus bambooAsus Bamboo CollectionAsus U33JCAsusBambooAsusBambooCollectionAsusU33jcbambooBamboo laptopBambooLaptopCore i3-370MCoreI3-370mgeforce 310mGeforce310mintel core 2010intel core i3intel wireless displayIntelCore2010IntelCoreI3IntelWirelessDisplaylaptoplaptopsnvidiaNvidia OptimusNvidiaOptimusoptimusreviewU33Jcusb 3.0Usb3.0WiDiThu, 29 Jul 2010 09:00:00 EST<![CDATA[ASUS U33Jc and U53Jc Bamboo Series laptops priced for UK consumption]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/20/asus-u33jc-and-u53jc-bamboo-series-laptops-priced-for-uk-consump/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/20/asus-u33jc-and-u53jc-bamboo-series-laptops-priced-for-uk-consump/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/20/asus-u33jc-and-u53jc-bamboo-series-laptops-priced-for-uk-consump/#comments Just when you were thinking the pandas had gobbled up all the bamboo laptops, ASUS has finally shipped some of its latest offerings to the UK. Unlike the US, however, the lucky tea-sipping Brits are spoiled with two size options: the 13-inch, 3.75-pound U33Jc and the 15-inch, 6.1-pound U53Jc. Apart from the extra inches and the bonus DVD burner on the U53Jc, these two Windows 7 machines are almost identical: there's a 2.26GHz Core i5-430M CPU, 1,366 x 768 LED-backlit LCD, NVIDIA GeForce 310M with Optimus technology, 4GB DDR3 RAM, and one USB 3.0 port along with two 2.0 ports. The prices? £849 ($1,292) and £899 ($1,368), respectively. Before you whip out your credit card, though, be sure to keep an eye out for our forthcoming review.

Gallery: ASUS U33Jc and U53Jc Bamboo Series laptops priced for UK consumption

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ASUS U33Jc and U53Jc Bamboo Series laptops priced for UK consumption originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 20 Jul 2010 05:19:00 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[ASUS Bamboo Collection laptops: now with Taiwanese pricing, more bamboo (update)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/15/asus-bamboo-collection-laptops-now-with-taiwanese-pricing-more/http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/15/asus-bamboo-collection-laptops-now-with-taiwanese-pricing-more/http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/15/asus-bamboo-collection-laptops-now-with-taiwanese-pricing-more/#comments ASUS has been attaching bamboo to its laptops for some time now, but it was only ever really for show -- though the wood itself was certainly biodegradable, adding veneer isn't exactly the greenest statement in the world. This year, however, the company's Bamboo Collection will be completely slightly more recyclable. With Core i5-450M processors, they should be reasonably good performers as well, and NVIDIA Optimus switchable graphics technology gives them a factory-estimated (read: unlikely) 11 hours of battery life. The panda fodder cases will be found in Taiwan for around $40,000 NTD (approximately $1,300) next month, though US availability is yet to be announced. Check out the gigantic ASUS PDF for additional specs while you wait, and feel free to blow Ma Earth kisses all the while.

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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  • U-series: Otherwise known as ASUS' Bamboo Collection, the U-series laptops were highlighted at CES, where we discovered they would have Core i5 CPUs and USB 3.0 support. Well, that's not the whole story. They've also all got NVIDIA Optimus auto-switching graphics between an onboard Intel GMA HD and the GeForce 310M 1GB. Oh, and forget Core i5 -- these machines support processors all the way up to the 2.66GHz Core i7-620M. Highlight: The U30JC, with a combo Blu-ray drive and a chiclet keyboard that won a iF Product Design Award.
  • UL-series: ASUS for "UnLimited," you can read UL as "ultra low," as in Intel's ultra low voltage (ULV) processors that provide 8+ hours of battery life and let these notebooks stay cool despite being under an inch thin. We saw the UL80JT sport NVIDIA Optimus at CES and got hands-on with the Optimus-equipped UL50VF; now, the UL30JT now has it as well. Highlight: That same UL50VF, with an estimated 12+ hours of battery life.
More after the break -- save pricing and availability, unfortunately -- or feel free to hit up the source link to download the entire electronic magazine for yourself.

Gallery: ASUS eMagazine for March 2010

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Gallery: Pegatron showing off miniature Tegra 2-powered home theater PC

Pegatron showing off miniature Tegra 2-powered home theater PC originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 24 Mar 2010 21:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bambooethernethome theaterhome theater pcHomeTheaterHomeTheaterPchtpcnettopnvidiapegatrontegra 2Tegra2Wed, 24 Mar 2010 21:14:00 EST<![CDATA[ASUS announces U series Bamboo Collection laptops, gives little detail]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/asus-announces-u-series-bambook-collection-laptops-gives-little/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/asus-announces-u-series-bambook-collection-laptops-gives-little/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/asus-announces-u-series-bambook-collection-laptops-gives-little/#comments It seems ASUS is still cutting down bamboo right and left in an effort to be eco-friendly. We don't have much to go on yet, but ASUS has just unveiled its new U Series Bamboo Collection laptops. First up in the collection is the U53. We don't have specs on this guy yet, but here's what we do know: it boasts a Core i5 CPU, discrete graphics, and USB 3.0 support. Stay tuned for some more information and hands-on shots.

Update: As promised, here's the hands-on!

Gallery: Asus U53 Bamboo CES hands-on

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ASUS announces U series Bamboo Collection laptops, gives little detail originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>asusasus u seriesAsusUSeriesbamboobamboo collectionBambooCollectioncesces 2010Ces2010u seriesu53USeriesTue, 05 Jan 2010 17:36:00 EST<![CDATA[Foxconn distracts all with TXM-355 bamboo desktop chassis, brews bamboo tablet rumor]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/10/foxconn-distracts-all-with-txm-355-bamboo-desktop-chassis-brews/http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/10/foxconn-distracts-all-with-txm-355-bamboo-desktop-chassis-brews/http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/10/foxconn-distracts-all-with-txm-355-bamboo-desktop-chassis-brews/#comments Look, we've all been giving Foxconn a bit of a hard time recently with all those Apple tablet and iPhone rumors, so it's only fair for the Taiwanese giant to take some time off for something fresh. What we have here are a couple of self-proclaimed "world's first" desktop chassis with bamboo front cover (so we guess that Dell Studio Hybrid doesn't count to them), aiming to achieve environmentally-friendly status in China. While Foxconn's Bamboo Forest 1 ATX case on the right has been announced for about a month, the TXM-355 or Bamboo Forest 2 microATX case on the left is fresh from the oven -- visually already a good candidate for your next HTPC build. Despite a few rough cuts and the ugly glue work on the optical drive flap, PCPOP has given the smaller brother a thumbs up overall. Not bad for ￥368 ($54) either, and it's only an extra $2 for the big daddy. Just watch out for that panda behind you.

Gallery: Foxconn Bamboo Forest series desktop chassis

Foxconn distracts all with TXM-355 bamboo desktop chassis, brews bamboo tablet rumor originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Wacom Bamboo Pen & Touch review originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Wacom's Bamboo Pen & Touch unboxed and previewed originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 26 Sep 2009 10:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There's really little point to this now, but a solid week after consumers in the US began picking up the Wacom Bamboo multitouch tablet, the outfit has come clean and confessed that it actually approved the production of that very device. Granted, there's still some merit to the release, particularly since a foursome of new wares are being introduced. The second-generation Bamboo line will initially consist of the Bamboo, Bamboo Fun, Bamboo Pen and Bamboo Touch, some of which (we'll let you guess) are the company's first to support multitouch functionality as well as pen input. Prices are said to start at £49.99 ($81) for the Bamboo Pen and soar right on up to £169.99 ($276) for the Bamboo Fun Medium, and if you're interested in finding the one that fits your style, give that read link a look.

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Wacom's Bamboo multitouch tablets finally go official, for formality's sake originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Wacom Bamboo multitouch tablet found at Best Buy, unboxed on video originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A buffalo USB speaker? Really? Someone thought this was a good idea? How's about a completely unlicensed Mickey Multifunction Webcam? You know, for doing lots of random crap, just not very well. Or what about an MP3 pen that helps you learn Mandarin? Yeah, 'cause that's totally beneficial in more than three locations on Planet Earth. Or, if you're still not sold, how's about a USB bamboo fountain that'll be a surefire catalyst for adding mold and mildew to any room? Believe it or not, all of these are real products that you can exchange hard-earned dollars for, though obviously we wouldn't recommend it. Cast your vote below for the most jaw-dropping of all.

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Crapgadget: "Wow... just, wow" edition originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Our Panda-like obsession with bamboo is really paying off of late, what with the hundreds of bamboo ASUS laptops scattered around the Engadget HQ, the few dozen cubicles we've built out of Dell Studio Hybrid sleeves, and now this complete line of bamboo peripherals from Micro Innovations. Sure, they're ugly and a little low on tech -- the speakers, card reader, webcam, USB hub, keyboard and mouse couldn't be any more generic in specifications -- and as far as we can tell there's nothing particularly "green" about the typical-seeming internals, but apparently the (undisclosed) pricing is right. Most of this stuff should be available through your electronics retailer of choice in April or May.

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Micro Innovations's bamboo lineup might just save the world... from generic computer peripherals originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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ASUS may have been beaten to the punch by a few other companies and their bamboo-ensconced offerings, but it looks like it's now getting its first bamboo laptop out the door at long last, and it's taken the opportunity to finally get official with a price. Apparently, the first few 12-inch models will go on sale at Taiwan's IT Month exhibition on Saturday, where they'll run NT$59,900, or just over $1,800. Unfortunately, it's not clear exactly which configuration that'll get you, but, judging from the last word out of ASUS, even the base config seems to be pretty capable.

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ASUS' 12-inch bamboo laptop gets a price originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Nov 2008 23:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Whether counting its 23 Eee PCs or 50 plus models of traditional laptops, ASUS isn't exactly known for its frugality. So seeing yet another press release touting the launch of its bamboo -- a renewable material with immense tensile strength rivaling that of many metal alloys -- laptops shouldn't be a surprise. What's new here, perhaps, is the detail. Now in mass production, these partially biodegradable laptops come with either 11.1- or 12.1-inch, 1,280 x 768 pixel displays, your choice of 3/6/9-cell batteries, and ASUS' Super Hybrid Engine allowing you to dial down the power when the wails of the Antarctic penguins become too much to bear. The 12.1-incher is the relative powerhouse of the pair offering Vista a ride atop your choice of Intel T9400/P8600/P8400 Core 2 Duo processors, 256MB of NVIDIA GeForce 9300M GS graphics, a 320GB hybrid hard drive sporting 256MB of flash, and Intel's WiMAX / WiFi Link 5100 chipset. Pricing? Sorry, we'll likely have to wait for another press release for that detail.

[Via The Inquirer]

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ASUS' bamboo laptops ditch the Pandas, bring the WiMax as they go production originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 01 Sep 2008 06:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Not that we haven't seen bamboo-based gizmos before, but there's something about SimpleTech's [re]drive that just screams upscale. This elegant, smooth looking external HDD was crafted to be easy on the eyes and Mother Earth alike, with the outfit utilizing "renewable, naturally grown bamboo and recyclable aluminum" along with an Energy Star power adapter and eco-friendly packaging. You'll also find a USB 2.0 jack, automatic power up / down and 500GB of internal storage space. Not too shabby for an estimated $150.

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SimpleTech hops on eco-friendly bandwagon with [re]drive HDD originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Remember that tidy little bamboo-encased mini PC Dell showed off in April? Well apparently the company is at work on a variant of the diminutive system, dubbed the Studio Hybrid. In addition to forgoing the eco-friendly wood for what appears to be a sleek, orange Plexiglas shell, the system boasts an Intel chipset, 4GB of RAM, a 320GB hard drive, WiFi, a DVD+R drive, five USB ports, an HDMI port, S/PDIF, DVI, and a memory card reader. We're not sure exactly when Dell plans to unleash these on consumers or what the final cost will be, though previously the company had stated plans to offer it later this year for between $500 and $700. Check the gallery below for a few more (blurry) shots of the device.

Gallery: Dell Studio Hybrid mini PC leak reveals specs, new casing

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Dell Studio Hybrid mini PC leak reveals specs, new casing originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 Jun 2008 09:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Finally, after kicking its bamboo laptops around trade shows for more than a year, Asus is set to roll out the eco-themed lappies in June. No details were provided except a rough price of about $1,650 for the 11-inch S6 and 12-inch U6. Really though, does it matter what's inside? It'll look great at the local cafe propped-up conspicuously next to your organic, Fare Trade coffee harvested by newly white-collared neo-peasants.

Asus shipping 11- and 12-inch bamboo laptops in June -- Mother Jones nearly smiles originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Michael Dell spoke at Fortune's Brainstorm:Green conference today, and he took the wraps off this funky bamboo-encased eco-PC concept. Said to be Dell's smallest-ever computer, the machine is 81 percent smaller than a standard desktop and uses 70 percent less power. There's no word on what's inside yet, but Dell says the machine is due to be released later this year, and should cost between $500 and $700. Hit the read link for a couple more shots, and check out a render after the break.

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Dell unveils tiny bamboo-cased eco-computer concept originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In case you weren't aware, ASUS has a little bit of thing for bamboo, and its passionate displays of affection were unapologetic at CeBIT this year in Germany. The company was showing off a number product concepts on the show, as seen above, and while little info was given on specs or releases, they certainly seem to be a sign of things to come. We're actually a bit more excited about that Essentio 5110 bamboo desktop than the various laptops, but, as demonstrated by the EcoBook, ASUS is probably going to be pushing this mostly in a laptop direction.

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We have little choice but to take Joey Roth's word for it, but we've got our reservations about this one. The so-called Felt Mouse forgoes the typical dome shape that most mice made this millennium share in favor of a totally blockish -- and likely uncomfortable -- design. Conceptually, at least, the critter is indeed wireless, and while you will notice a right and left click, you can forget about finding one of those fancy "scroll wheel" contraptions. The unit is said to be constructed primarily from "natural wool felt and laminated bamboo ply," and the former will apparently conform to your hand when you grab hold. Check out the underbelly after the jump -- we promise carpal tunnel syndrome can't be contracted visually.

[Via YankoDesign]

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We'd heard about Wacom's small and inexpensive Bamboo input tablets a few months ago, but it looks like the company is getting ready to ship both the $79 Bamboo (aimed at casual photo retoucher) and the $99 (small) and $199 (medium) Bamboo Fun, which costs more because it comes with a mouse and is apparently more fun. Both models feature four ExpressKeys, the "touch ring" zoom / scroll controller, and a textured surface designed to emulate the feel of a real pen on paper. Both models should work well with both OS X's InkWell and Vista's Tablet features, so those of you interested in eating up Martha should keep your eyes open.

[Via MacWorld]

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Wacom shipping Bamboo tablets in the US originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 15 Sep 2007 05:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via textually.org]

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Nanoparticle coated bamboo handset gets patent, gives slivers originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 24 May 2007 04:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Wacom has busted out a new tablet for those not quite ready to drop $3,000 on a Cinteq (or $200 building their own), with its new "Bamboo" tablet device covering all the basics for a reasonable price. Of course, you won't get a built-in LCD, and it's not wireless, but you will at least be able to take advantage of Vista's various pen-based capabilities (it'll work just fine with a Mac as well). The device itself also won't take up too much room on your desk space, measuring about 7.8 x 7.3 inches although, as far as we can tell, it's not actually made of bamboo. If that's not too much of a deal-breaker, you'll be able to pick up one of these this month in Japan for ¥8,980, or about $75.

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Green is most definitely in, and while LG is out crafting environmentally friendly big screens, Asus is stretching for the eco-minded set with its dashing EcoBook. Getting a bit of hands-on action, CNET was able to grab hold of Asus' bamboo-clad laptop long enough to catch jungle fever, but sadly, we've absolutely no idea what type of potency lies beneath the forest hood. Of course, with such a conservative message, we fully expect a ridiculously long battery life and a ULV processor, and true road warriors should probably invest in a decent humidifier to carry along in your laptop bag. It was noted that a good bit of thought went into the design, as the enclosure features interchangeable (and biodegradable) panels (pictured after the break), silver keyboard / trackpad, and a nifty PowerGear performance button, and considering all the experience Asus has in coating portables with materials other than plastic, we're sure the final product will be up to snuff whenever it decides to land.

[Via Techie Diva]

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