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Tuesday Laptop News Roundup

andrew — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 20:30:48 +0000

The AP is reporting that US boarder searches will get tougher on laptops. So be sure to read up if you travel with you computer. There’s more news on Nokia‘s new portable wi-fi modem stick. Triangle Laptops, an online reseller of new and used laptop components, is being honored for being so green. CNN Money has another in a long list of stories on how netbooks are taking over the universe. Wired is taking a look at a huge 10-cell battery pack, which is bigger than most laptops. Haha! And! OSX 10.5.6 is here! Have a happy Monday! a Laptop News, macbook, Netbook Reviews, nokia, OSX

Toshiba NB100 video review

andrew — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:15:24 +0000

Here’s the second Stuff netbook review. (I posted the first one yesterday.) This is for the Toshiba NB100, which I haven’t heard as much about. But judging from the video, it looks like it packs in some interesting features. Check it out: a Laptop Reviews, Laptop Video, netbook, Netbook Reviews, review, Toshiba Laptop, Toshiba NB100, video

How to clean your Laptop

andrew — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 17:41:33 +0000

I really, really need to clean out my Macbook. It’s getting pretty messy. I went looking for a video to teach me the best way to do it, adn this vid seems to have some of the best tips. Check it out: Computer Basics:How To Clean A Laptop a clean, laptop, Laptop Video, video

Laptop How To – How to install and use Adeona to track your laptop

andrew — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 17:34:35 +0000

Here’s a great How To video for using Adeona, which helps you track a stolen laptop. And, with laptops being prime theft gadgets, it’s great to have a tool like this out there. If you have a Macbook, you can even snap a picture of the perp for the police. Check it out, I’m going to install it right now: More Mobile Videos at 5min.com Have you used this? Do you like it? a aedona, how to, laptop secuity, Laptop Video, video

Laptop Deal – $99 Acer Asprie One at Radio Shack

andrew — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:22:54 +0000

I mentioned last week that Radio Shack will be offering a $99 Acer Aspire One netbook, and I have some more info for you this morning. As it turns out, AT&T is sponsoring the deal, which comes with a 2-year contract with the wireless company for a 3G subscription that costs $60 a month. So, you save a couple hundred buck for the Acer, but you get stuck in a contract situation with AT&T. So, is it really a deal? Not in my opinion. The reduced price is nice, but don;t get fooled into a contract to save a hundred bucks or so. Laptop Pimp says avoid this “deal.” a acer, Acer Laptops, asprie one, at&t, deal, Laptop Deals, Netbook Reviews, radio shack

Samsung NC10 Video Review

andrew — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:11:21 +0000

I really like the work that goes on over at Stuff, and recently they posed a couple of video review — this one of the Samsung NC10. Laptop Pimp took a look at the NC10 a while back. So, check out this video and let me know what you think of it. a Laptop Reviews, netbook, Netbook Reviews, review, Samsung Laptops, Samsung NC 10

Netbook Hack – Install OSX on an MSI Wind

andrew — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:01:47 +0000

Slash Gear has a post on a hack that allows you to get an MSI Wind fully operational with OSX. This little hack makes the Wind the cheapest Mac out there, and with Apple still on the fence about their netbook plans, you might want to scoop up a Wind and get OSX-ing. This looks like a pretty simple, straightforward hack. a apple, Laptop Hack, mac, MacBooks, msi, MSI Netbooks, netbook, Netbook Reviews, OSX, wind

Netbook Video – Netbook Size comparison

andrew — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 17:30:00 +0000

Hay netbookers, I wanted to share this size comparison video with you, as it helps you visualize the differences between all these new netbooks on the market. Are you getting a netbook for anyone this Christmas? Or, are you maybe asking for one? If so, which one? a comparison, Laptop Design, Laptop News, Laptop Video, netbook, Netbook Reviews, size

Friday Laptop News Roundup and Netbook videos

andrew — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:34:18 +0000

In the news, Nokia said today it will be getting into the wireless laptop game, producing a wireless “stick” next year. Toshiba announced two new Japan-only laptops today. More on this next week. A deal, the Acer Aspire One 3G is for sale at Radio Shack for $99. Business Week continues to ponder the future of netbooks and looks a little at their past. eWeek is remembering the top news stories in the technology sector this year. My mother-in-law is thinking about a new computer for Christmas and I was trying to explain the differences between netbook and notebooks. I found a great video that explains in very basic terms the differences between the two: And Just in case you are a total nerd like me and like to watch Windows installs just to see how they go, check out this XP install on a netbook: a acer, deal, Laptop News, netbook, news, xp

Thursday Laptop News Roundup

andrew — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:57:32 +0000

PC World is reporting that Intel and Ericsson will team up to offer a text message-based security system that will shut down stolen or lost laptops. Sun has announced it will expand it’s OpenSolaris OS to data centers and two new Toshiba laptops. Another thing for Windows to whine about. Speaking of the big M. Microsoft looks at cutting 2009′s expectations, as reported by ZD Net. MacWorld has a nice roundup of ideas concerning Apple’s future in the netbook market. Will Apple’s recently acquired ARM chips make the jump to the laptop market?, Wired wonders. With Vista too large for netbook installs, will Linux rise up and usurp from Microsoft before Windows 7 hits the shelves? I hope so, and Tech News World explains. Thanks for reading. Join me tomorrow for more. Oh, and If you’re reading this on any other site than laptoppimp.com, someone is stealing my posts. a apple, Laptop News, Laptop News, microsoft, Netbook Reviews, nvidia

MSI Wind Video reviews

andrew — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:40:35 +0000

I’ve been wondering about the MSI Wind for a while, as it’s one of the top selling netbooks out there. I like this video because it shows some of the downsides, like the speakers. This guy also took a look inside, which is pretty interesting too: These are pretty great videos, and they make me wonder if I might consider a Wind over a HP Mini or Dell Mini. What do you guys think? a Laptop Reviews, Laptop Video, MSI Netbooks, msi wind, review, video

Inquirer uncovers Apple fault

andrew — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:32:35 +0000

So, the Inquirer went to some pretty complex lengths to prove a recent rumor that the latest MacBooks have faulty Nvidia chips inside. I’m glad I bought the last round of MacBooks, and I don;t have to deal with this. But check out how far the Inquirer went to find the bumpy chip inside. Sometimes, you have to go to extraordinary lengths to get Apple. a apple, inquirer, Laptop News, Laptop Rumors, Mac Rumors, macbook, MacBooks, nvidia

Apple Rumor: New 3D desktop interface

andrew — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:28:10 +0000

Mac Rumors has a new article about the possibility of Apple’s next OS having a 3D desktop. Judging from the spec drawings, it looks like it could be a really cool and exciting way to operate. a Mac Rumors, MacBooks, OSX. mac rumors

Laptop Mag plays with the HP TX2

andrew — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:13:46 +0000

I’ve been looking for a video showing off the HP Touchsmart TX2 and it turns out Laptop Mag had a video up for a while. I was able to find it and share it here with you guys. What do you think of the touchsmart? I think it’s one of the coolest new laptops this year. a hp, HP Laptops, Laptop Video, touchsmart, video

Wednesday Laptop News Roundup

andrew — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 21:39:57 +0000

ZDnet is reporting HP plans to intor a new battery that can last for three years without degradation. I’ll believe it when I see it, but the idea is neat. PC World has it that Fujitsu Siemens will joining the mobile broadband initiative, a group focused on bringing mobile broadband to laptops and other devices. Computer World has a review of Mac’s new MacBook specific LED Cinema Display. What a lovely looking piece of equipment. The Washington Post is reporting that netbooks are outselling even the iPhone as this year’s top gift idea. And, my buddy Dan has his review of the Japan version of the iPhone. Have a good hump day and see you back here tomorrow! a apple, batteries, hp, Laptop News, led display, mac, Netbook Reviews

Wii Hack – the Wii Laptop

andrew — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 21:29:08 +0000

This. Is. Awesome. Take your Wii anywhere with this custom setup. The tiny screen may be a little on the small size, but the idea is big and the results, pretty great. He really did a nice job moding his Wii into a portable system. a hack, laptop, Laptop Hack, wii

cNet’s top holiday laptop picks – Dell Mini 9 and Gateway T-6838

andrew — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 21:25:19 +0000

Hey gang, I know you might be tired of hearing about Christmas ideas, but with netbooks more popular than ever and an economic squeeze on most people’s wallets this Christmas, it’s the perfect time to talk about why the under $500 laptops make a great gift idea. cNet has their top picks for laptop gifts out, and as you can see, netbooks are all the rage. The Dell Mini 9 is their top pick for a netbook, and with a recent price drop, it’s mine too. Although, I do also like the HP Mini 10. For medium to full-sized laptops, the cNet crew picked the Gateway T-6838, which is a little surprising to me, but I’ll let them explain: a christmas, dell mini 9, gateway t-6838, hp mini 10, Laptop Reviews, Netbook Reviews

Should Portable Storage be on your Christmas list?

andrew — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 21:14:00 +0000

Last year, my favorite gift was a 750 GB Western Digital External Hard Drive. I keep my music and movie collection on it, as well as photo and document backups. It helps me keep my MacBook clean. But, it’s big and bulky and I can’t really lug it around with me. So this year, I think some of my Christmas money is going to go toward a new portable hard drive device of some sort. Laptop Mag has a great gift guide, which also includes a video. (Sorry, no embed.) But I was wondering if any of you have picks for your top portable storage devices. If you do, leave them in the feedback, and maybe I’ll do a roundup of out top reader suggestions. a hard drive, Laptop Accessories, laptop mag, portable storage, USB, western digital

Apple unleashes new OSX developer build

andrew — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 21:06:22 +0000

Ars Technia first turned me on to the new developer build for Mac OSX is out there. Looks like the build has over 100 fixes, but Apple is still asking for input concerning Mail. Ars said: Apple is asking developers to bang on MobileMe’s automatic syncing feature with portable Macs and on networks with medium-to-high latency or constrained bandwidth. Apple wants to hear from developers who work behind firewalls and corporate proxies, and it’s also interested in hearing if changes sync between Macs and the MobileMe website within “a reasonable amount of time” when automatic syncing is turned on. So, have at it dev kids. a apple, developer build, Mac Rumors, MacBooks, OSX

Tuesday Laptop News Roundup

andrew — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:33:05 +0000

cNet has an interesting article on laptops and how c=some machines are very specific. So, you might need two. More is always better. According to Computer World, Acer has out performed Asus in the netbook market, showing that the new market can make way for some little names to become big ones. Wired doesn’t care how hot the netbook market is, they don’t think Apple will make a $99 power play. And cNet has the lead on a hot deal, a Dell Mini 9 netbook for $299. a acer, apple, asus, dell mini 9, Laptop News, Netbook Reviews

Vista HAck – How to speed up your boot time

andrew — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:17:50 +0000

Sorry guys, not a ton going on in the laptop world today, so I’m bringing you another video how to. This one if for all you Windows Vista users out there. Its an easy way to speed up your boot time, which is a nice hack for laptop users to know. a hack, laptop, Laptop Hack, vist, windows

USB Hack – Save space by running apps on a USB drive

andrew — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 22:08:03 +0000

This is an older trick, but I thought it made sense to share it again in the context of Netbooks. Because some netbooks can have pretty limited storage, it might be helpful to install some of your apps on thumb drives and only use them when you need them. This can save room and keep you netbook running faster. Check it out: a apps, hacks, Laptop DIY, Laptop Hack, USB

PDA Hack – How to make a real PDA book.

andrew — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 21:55:59 +0000

So the smart guys over at Make have this great video about turning a normal book into a PDA/Laptop sort of contraption. This looks like a really fun weekend project: a hack, laptop, Laptop Hack, pda

HP announces flexible display technology

andrew — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 21:49:11 +0000

Business Wire has a press release from HP and Arizona State University which announces a new flexible electronic display that can be manufactured in a affordable way. This means those futuristic newspapers from minority report are only a few years away. Oh, I hope. Well, obviously this could have a huge impact on the laptop and netbook market. We’ll just have to wait and see what’s next. a flexible display, hp, HP Laptops, Laptop News

Monday Laptop News Roundup

andrew — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:55:39 +0000

As numbers continue to trickle in from Cyber Monday, CNN is reporting that Apple’s online store had one of the best days, coming in at 5th overall for retail sites. Wired is reporting on a nice new Lapdesk, which looks pretty stylish to me. Microsoft continues to whine about netbooks hurting sales. Egnyte is offering a new online server service that will help take netbooks to the next level by offering tons of storage, all accessible on the net. a apple, egnyte, Laptop News, microsoft, Netbook Reviews

Eee PC Hack – How to make an iPhone remote for you Eee PC

andrew — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:40:11 +0000

Check out this great Eee PC hack, which allows you to control an Eee PS with an iPhone. This is a cool hack. a ASUS Netbooks, eee pc, hack, iphone, Laptop Hack

Mac Hack – How to replace you MacBook Air Hard Drive

andrew — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:35:30 +0000

Now that Macbook Airs have been out for a while, you might want to replace that hard drive or mess around inside the box. Check out this great video that shows you how to get at your Air’s Hard Drive. a apple, hack, help, Laptop DIY, Laptop Fun, Laptop Hack, mac, macbook air, MacBooks

Getac B300 Review and Specs

andrew — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:29:44 +0000

If you have and extra $3,200 and the urge to toss your laptop gainst the wall without serious repercussions, the Getec B300 might be for you. Another in the ultra-tough market of laptops, the B300 is pricey for a XP machine. But, you get some pretty strange and wonderful features for all that cash, including a daylight-visable touchscreen, GPS and a fast set of internals running otherwise outdated tech. Basically, that last part translates to a really speedy compurter for what it is. But hoestly, outside of the military and construction sites, does this computer have a place? Not really. Go buy a Toshiba. Operating System: Windows XP Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo L7500 Processor Speed:1.6 GHz RAM:2 GB –> 4 GB Weight:7.7 lbs. Display Size:13.3″ Graphics: Intel GMA X3100 Storage Capacity: 120 GB Networking Options:802.11 a/g/n Primary Optical Drive:DVD +/- R a 13.3" Laptops, Getac, intel gma x3100, laptop, Laptop Reviews, Laptop Specs

Lenovo Thinkpad T400 Review and Specs

andrew — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:14:29 +0000

The Lenovo Thinkpad is one of those laptops that really bridges the spectrum when it comes to cost and specs. The Thinkpad T400 is right in the middle of it all with a modest internal setup that’s great for business or heavier home computing, which should be expected for around $1,400 to $1,600. Right off the bat, the T400 offers one huge perk in switchable graphics, which means this machine can speed up your day to day computing and save battery life on the go with it’s lower power Intel GMA graphics set. But you won’t sacrifice higehr end video and graphics with the ATI Mobility Radeon setup wunning in sync with the Intel Core 2 Duo processor running at 2.53 GHz. Not too shabby. But, of course, all this bulky internal work brings up the weight. And, Lenovo hasn;t really caught on to the design trend. So, if you don’t mind a heavier, less attractive laptop for work, the T400 is perfect. But, for more specilaized home laptoping and for those with a design flair, keep looking, as there isn;t anything here you can;t find elsewhere. Operating System: Windows Vista Business Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T9400 Processor Speed:2.53 … Continue reading →

Friday news buzz roundup and mac trackpad hack

andrew — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 20:13:56 +0000

Well, Bloomberg says Microsoft is starting to feel the economic crunch. It makes me wonder if the fact that most netbooks run XP has anything to do with it? Meanwhile, the most mainstream of mainstream newspapers, USA Today, has embraced netbooks as the next tech trend. Earlier this week, the Times talked about people ditching their TV for a laptop. I did. Did you? Ars is talking about AMD’s new external GPUs. Pretty neat. And, for all you out there using MacBooks, make sure you’ve optimized the trackpads: Have a great weekend and we’ll see you next week. a amd, gpu, laptop, Laptop News, MacBooks, microsoft, Netbook Reviews, Netbook Reviews, trackpad, tv

Thursday Laptop News Roundup

andrew — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:04:08 +0000

Hey gang! Well, the week’s almost over, and here’s whats going on around the world of laptops: Slate has a great article about laptops and energy use, saying laptops are the greenest way to go. PC World is talking about how the poor economy is resulting in free laptop deals everywhere. PC Mag is talking about one of the best features to hit laptops this last few years, switchable graphics. And with the news that AMD wants in, BAM!, Nvidia want in to netbooks too. Mac Rumors has their holiday app bundle for OSX! $450 worth of aps for under $50. a amd, green, Laptop News, nvidia, OSX apps, switchable graphics

Big netbook rumors – AMD to compete

andrew — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:53:40 +0000

Cyber Monday might have given all the laptop chip-makers all the proof they needed that netbooks are the next big trend, and if sales keep moving up like they are, netbooks might be the new laptop. cNet is reporting that AMD and a number of other internal parts makers will be entering the netbook market next year. This is a huge change for AMD, who recently aid they would be staying away from netbooks. However, AMD has said they will be looking to on-up Intel’s 10″ netbook market with a larger 12,13 and 14-inch line of netbooks carrying its processors. Interesting that a chip maker is making such an impact on market design. Check out the article, as it gets into 3G, another new and important trend, and a number of other advances that will propel netbooks next year. Meanwhile, no new rumors about Mac’s plans as far at netbooks are concerned. a amd, intel, Laptop Rumors, Netbook Reviews, Netbook Reviews, rumors

Laptop DIY – Cute girl making laptop bag

andrew — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:45:10 +0000

So, yesterday she made us a MacBook case, and today she’ll be making a bag out of her old jeans. This girl just does not like pants. Anyway, it’s just a short little DIY for all my readers who like to sew and all the other readers who like girls. And to a few who fall into both of those categories. a diy, jeans, laptop, laptop bag, Laptop DIY

Laptop Hack – How to turn a Dell laptop into a digital picture frame

andrew — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:39:41 +0000

Here is a great Laptop How To for anyone that has an old Dell laptop around. Most everyone does, right? Here’s a fake statistic: Most people have gone through two Dells in their lives. Anyway, someone should give this a try… it looks complex. a digital picture frame, laptop, Laptop DIY, Laptop Fun, Laptop Hack

Asus Eee PC 1002HA Reviews and Specs

andrew — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:26:25 +0000

There isn’t tons of information out there on the new Asus Eee PC 1002HA, but what we do know is pretty impressive. Starting just under $500, this is one of the first strictly business targeted netbooks. They have a very serious case of MacBook lookalike syndrome, which never hurts. As another note to design, Asus is saying this has a more sizable keyboard. Internally, most the specs are about on par with netbooks, and it adds up to the standard mid-2 pound range for the overall weight. One upgreade is a 160 GB drive and the inclusin of 10 GB of online storage space, which will be the next big trend in computing. This will be a great business netbook, but it’s the tyoe of machine that will be great for the average user, too. Operating System: MS Windows XP Home Processor: Intel Atom N270 Processor Speed: 1.6 GHz RAM: 1 GB Weight: 2.6 lb Display Size: 10 inches Graphics:n/a Storage Capacity: 160 GB Networking Options: 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, Bluetooth Primary Optical Drive: none a 10" Netbooks, asus eee pc, ASUS Netbooks, Laptop Reviews, Laptop Specs, netbook, Netbook Reviews

Wednesday Laptop News Roundup

andrew — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:34:55 +0000

AMD is out. Intel is way in. Mac is undecided. And yesterday, Nvidia decided it would walk the fence when it comes to laptops too. They are interested, according to PC World. But they want the market to mature first. Microsoft is also weighing in on netbooks, saying the tiny computers run the risk of “canabalizing” the world’s most populer and unstable OS. Oh, waht a shame. The Times is reporting battery company ZPower will be placing all its cards with Silver-Zinc batteries, which are better for the earth and you power rating. It’s always netbook news these days, as Nokia is rumored to be busting into the netbook game sometime next year. a amd, batteries, intel, Laptop News, mac, microsoft, Netbook Reviews, nokia, nvidia, zpower

More on gOS Cloud

andrew — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:23:08 +0000

I talked about the new browser-based OS gOS Cloud yesterday in my news roundup, and today I looked into it a little more. I really wanted to find a video, but I found a slideshow instead. If you know of a video, let me know and I’ll get it up. From what I can tell, it’s all browser based allowing a user to switch and launch web-apps with ease. Check out the show below for more info. And, please let me know what you think in the comments. a gOS cloud, Laptop News

Laptop Hack – How to turn your trackpad into a tablet

andrew — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:11:35 +0000

Okay, this isn’t the best solution, but it’s a neat hack that cost almost nothing. The graphic designer in my office loves how drawing tablet, and I always wondered if you could make a trackpad into one. It turns out, it’s pretty simple. Like I said, it’s sort of rough, but it works. a graphics tablet, Laptop Hack, Laptop Hardware, neat hack, trackpad

Laptop DIY – How to make a laptop case out of old pants

andrew — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:04:35 +0000

There are lots of different laptop cases out there, but sometimes you just want something simple you can do yourself. Well, the LaptopPimp found this great How To video for making your own laptop case from an old pair of pants. Plus, it has a good looking girl in it. So, worth watching even if you don’t need a case. a how to, Laptop Briefcase, laptop case, laptop cases, Laptop DIY

Sony VAIO VGN-TT190 Review and Specs

andrew — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:58:36 +0000

Watch out! This Sony Vaio VGN-TT190 comes with a price — $4,345.00. Yikes! But, is it worth it? Let’s take a look inside and see. This ultraportable is full of great stuff. And, at 2.8 lbs, you aren’t going to find a notebook lighter and more powerful then the VGN-TT190. I sort of wonder how they packed in an optical drive, 11″ display and wireless support, along with a great processor, into under three pounds. Plus, Blu-Ray! Are you kidding me? And while 11 inches might be small, you can use the HDMI-out port to ship your Blu-Ray movies to a big screen. Of course, looks wise, the Sony Vaio line is always stylish. As another bonus, the Intel Core 2 Duo U9400 is a low power processor, saving battery life and not sacrificing run speeds. How cool is that? So, if you want top of the line when it comes to home or business computing, this is definitely the machine for you. Sure, it’s freaking expensive, but it also gives you bragging rights for the next year. Operating System: Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo U9400 Processor Speed: 1.4 GHz RAM: 4 GB Weight: 2.8 lb … Continue reading →