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Battery issues for Windows 7

Posted on February 3, 2010 by David Allen

Following complaints from netbook users that after installing Windows 7 they were experiencing serious battery life issues, Microsoft have announced that they are looking in to the problem.

The issues vary from user to user, but basically what happens is the user installs Windows 7, then they get a message saying that their battery is failing or failed and that they should consider replacing it!

Surprisingly this is not a new issue as it started almost immediately after the release candidate was made available to users.

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Want Windows 7 but have a netbook?

Posted on October 23, 2009 by David Allen

We all agree that netbooks are cool, but now they are limited because if you want to run the latest operating system from Microsoft then you need an installation disc and a USB DVD drive aren’t you?

Well not necessarily because Microsoft have the answer, visit their Windows 7 for Netbooks page where you are able to download the version that you want.

Now all that you need to do is use

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The Presenter Mouse from Microsoft

Posted on July 30, 2009 by David Allen

This is a mouse that has been designed for people that have to be out and about for work or even leisure, it is compact and easy to use and that is down its sleek design. One feature that this mouse offers is that is allows the user customise the buttons to give quick access to files, programs and media.

Product Features

Handle rotation

Zoom wheel

Laser pointer

Scrolling 4-way button

High Definition Laser Technology

Technical Details

Device Type: Mouse

Connection Type: Wireless

Tracki

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Windows 7 against XP on Asus

Posted on July 30, 2009 by David Allen

The time is getting closer to when Windows 7 will be released and it is already being planned to roll out installed in some netbooks in October, but is it any good? This is question that is playing on minds of many computer users, but netbooks are being sold with XP, which is over eight years old. It is hoped that when Windows 7 is installed on netbooks that sales will go through the roof.

However, there is one thing that has come to light when it comes to measuring the two; it seems that Windows 7 is not as kind on the battery as XP is, accordin

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Laptop tote bag from Microsoft

Posted on July 22, 2009 by Laptop Pimp

This is a laptop bag that does not look like a laptop bag; it actually looks as if it is a regular tote bag that any woman would use on a daily basis. The bag will take any laptop with a display up to fifteen inches; there is also room for accessories and other items too.

Technical Details

Protective padded sleeve holds laptop up to 15″.

Media storage and accessory panel

Zipper closure on main compartment for security

Outside zipper pocket for quick access

Additional features: Flexible, double-loop shoulder strap

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Microsoft’s Ubuntu for Dell Mini 10V’s

Posted on July 9, 2009 by Laptop Pimp

The message board and forums have been alive with claims that Ubuntu is now part of Microsoft or is it the other way around! Anyway, whatever the current situation between the software giant Microsoft and Ubuntu the computer maker Dell certainly believe that is the case, check out the image below:

The specifications show that the 8 Gb SSD model has under the heading “Microsoft Operating System” the word

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Microsoft to giveaway HP netbooks

Posted on July 3, 2009 by Laptop Pimp

Australians get all of the luck, nice weather, vast open spaces and Microsoft giving away 2,300 HP mini netbook that has been preloaded with Windows 7 for free, does it get any better than that? This is all to do with the Microsoft TechEd Australia Conference due to take place on the 8th to the 11th September 2009 where all attendees will be given one of these machines!

Specs:

CPU

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Ladies laptop tote bag from Microsoft

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Laptop Pimp

This is a great bag for the lady laptop owner, it is by Microsoft and so the quality can be assured. One of the good things about this bag is that is does not actually look like a laptop bag so that way the user does not look like they are carrying an expensive laptop in their bag.

Technical Details

Protective padded sleeve holds laptop up to 15″.

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The netbook mouse from Microsoft

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Laptop Pimp

This is a purpose built mouse for netbooks and mini laptops, it is a travel mouse really and as many users will know these have been around for some time. However, you cannot blame Microsoft for getting into the market all be it a little late.

Specs:

BlueTrack™ Technology – Microsoft BlueTrack Technology combines the power of optical with the precision of laser for remarka

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Hybrid netbooks cannot have XP

Posted on June 5, 2009 by Laptop Pimp

Fortunately, there are not too many hybrid laptops around, the only one that is popular and available is the MSI’s 10-inch Wind U115 Hybrid, this uses the 8 Gb solid state drive (SSD) and also at the same time has a 160 Gb hard drive (HHD).

This means that the user can switch between the two in order to save on power usage, by disabling the HHD the user can effectively get more out of the battery, which can c

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