Acer Ferrari 1005WTMi - Turion 64 X2 TL-60 2 GHz - 12.1" TFT

Acer has released it's new laptop to add to it's already impressive line-up of the Acer Ferrari range. This time it is a 12.1inch TFT WXGA display notebook, with a powerful AMD Turion 64 X2 TL-60 proc., ATI Radeon X1140 graphics card. One of the striking features of the laptop is the attached 1.3Megapixel camera for Video calls and other video conferencing facilities. The Acer Ferrari 1005WTMi laptop comes with Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g, and Bluetooth too. Also has an Infrared port with a VGA out for connecting to your TV. The top rig has a 160GB harddisk, and 2GB DDR2 Speicher RAM. The video memory of the graphics card comes in 512Mb (maximum). Product Information Manufacturer's product description Technology and innovation are driving forces behind man's greatest achievements. They are the foundations of past victories and the essence of future successes. The Ferrari 1000 series notebook combines breakthrough technologies from the fast-moving world of Formula 1 with revolutionary dual-core processing power in an exclusive, ultra-lightweight work instrument designed for a single purpose: to deliver an ultra-mobile experience that is second to none. General System Type: Notebook Built-in Devices: Stereo speakers, wireless LAN aerial, Bluetooth aerial Width: 30.2 cm Depth: 22.1 cm Height: 3.5 cm Weight: 1.6 kg Localisation: United Kingdom Processor Processor: AMD Turion 64 X2 mobile technology TL-60 / 2 GHz Multi-Core Technology: Dual-Core 64-bit Computing: Yes Features: PowerNow! technology, HyperTransport technology, AMD64 technology, integrated memory controller, Enhanced Virus Protection Chipset Type: ATI Radeon Xpress 1150 Cache memory Type: L2 Cache Installed Size: 1 MB Ram Installed Size: 2 GB / 4 GB (max) Technology: DDR II SDRAM - 667 MHz Memory Specification Compliance: PC2-5300 Configuration Features: 2 x 1 GB Storage controller Type: Serial ATA Serial ATA Interface: Serial ATA-150 Storage Hard Drive: 160 GB - Serial ATA-150 - 5400 rpm Optical storage Type: DVD±RW (+R double layer) / DVD-RAM - external Card reader Type: 5 in 1 card reader Supported Flash Memory Cards: SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMediaCard, xD-Picture Card Display Display Type: 12.1" TFT active matrix Max Resolution: 1280 x 800 ( WXGA ) Widescreen Display: Yes Colour support: 24-bit (16.7 million colours) Features: CrystalBrite Video Graphics Processor / Vendor: ATI Radeon Xpress 1150 with up to 512MB HyperMemory Max Allocated RAM Size: 512 MB Audio Audio Output: Sound card Features: High Definition Audio Audio Input: Microphone Notebook camera Camera Type: Integrated Sensor Resolution: 1.3 Megapixel Image Sensor Type: CMOS Camera Features: 225 degree rotation Input device(s) Type: Mouse, keyboard, touchpad, 4-way scroll button Telecom Modem: Fax / Modem Max Transfer Rate: 56 Kbps Protocols & Specifications: ITU V.92 Features: Wake on Ring Networking Networking: Network adapter Wireless LAN Supported: Yes Wireless NIC: Acer InviLink Nplify Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR Remote Management Protocol: DMI 2.0 Features: Acer SignalUp Compliant Standards: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, Bluetooth 2.0 Expansion / connectivity Expansion Slots Total (Free): 2 ( 0 ) x memory 1 ( 1 ) x Memory Stick 1 ( 1 ) x SD Memory Card 1 ( 1 ) x xD-Picture Card 1 ( 1 ) x PC Card - type II Interfaces: 1 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 PIN USB Type A 1 x infrared - IrDA 1 x display / video - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) 1 x modem - phone line - RJ-11 1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 1 x microphone - input - mini-phone 3.5mm 1 x audio - line-In - mini-phone 3.5mm 1 x audio - SPDIF output/headphones/line-out 1 x docking / port replicator - 124 pin docking Miscellaneous Included Accessories: Additional battery, Bluetooth VoIP phone Features: Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), administrator password, system password, Disc Anti-Shock Protection System (DASP, wake on LAN Compliant Standards: ACPI 2.0 Power Power Device: External Voltage Required: AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz ) Battery Technology: 3-cell Lithium Ion Installed Qty: 1 / 2 (max) Capacity: 2000 mAh Run Time with included additional battery (Up To): 5 hours Operating system / software OS Provided: Microsoft Windows XP Professional Software: Norton AntiVirus, Cyberlink PowerDVD , Acer Launch Manager, NTI CD-Maker, Acer GridVista, Adobe Reader, Acer Empowering Technology Manufacturer warranty Service & Support: 1 year warranty Service & Support Details: Traveller warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return

Shure SE530 high end earphones

The good: The Shure SE530 headphones offer exceptional clarity; deep, tight bass; rich, enveloping sound; and great noise isolation. They are also comfortable and include some useful extras such as an in-line volume control and an airplane adapter. The bad: The Shure SE530s are expensive, and the earbuds are on the large side. The bottom line: Travel-happy audiophiles will be infinitely pleased with the Shure SE530s, but these earbuds should also be a consideration for anyone who has half a grand to drop on some sweet headphones. There's not much about the Shure SE530 model that provokes complaint, but if there's one thing we're not that keen on it's the rather large earbuds--they tend to stick out of the ear quite a bit. Of course, we also realize that this is necessary to cram in three drivers: each bud has what Shure calls a Triple TruAcoustic MicroSpeaker that consists of two woofers and one tweeter. Though they are large, the 'buds are sleek-looking, decked out in a gunmetal, chromelike finish. And while they may protrude a bit from some ears, no one should have a problem getting a proper, sealed fit. Shure includes a plethora of eartips: three sizes (S, M, L) of silicone sleeves, one set of triple flange fittings, and--our favorite--four sets of molded, black foam tips (also in varying sizes). Since the foam sleeves are nearly identical to traditional earplugs, it's easy to get a comfortable fit. As is traditionally the case with Shure earphones, the SE530s have a thick, durable cable--black, in this case. Unlike the E series before it, though, the cable for the SE models is modular. An initial Y cable (18 inches long) terminates in a gold plug and allows the headphones to be used "as is" with an MP3 player carried in a shirt pocket or worn clipped to a bag strap. Shure also includes two extender cables to help with length adjustment: one short (9 inches) and one long (36 inches). When we had both connected, we could comfortably listen to music coming through the computer, which is stationed on the floor under the desk. Shure includes a few other useful extras that one would expect from a high-end package. There's an inline volume control, an airplane adapter, a quarter-inch adapter (for at-home use), a hard-shell carrying case, and the necessary-but-gross earwax cleaning pick. Of course, the star of the show with the Shure SE530s is sound quality, which we expect to be stellar in a $500 pair of earphones. These 'buds definitely live up to their lofty price point. In fact, our listening tests inspired frequent bouts of desk dancing, much to the amusement of neighboring editors. The Shure SE530s sound fantastic, pure and simple, but where to begin? First, the 'buds offer excellent passive-noise isolation, assuming you achieve a proper seal with the ear, which shouldn't be a problem given the aforementioned array of fittings. The seal also allows for deep, tight bass response--it's enveloping without being overwhelming, and there's no distortion. The highs are sparkly, and music overall has impressive clarity--even during frantic hard rock riffs, we could pick out the varying sounds. Detail is certainly not lost to these 'phones, either. With headphones that sound this fantastic, it's tough--if not impossible--to decipher which genres really shine. Everything sounds good, but techno and electronica sound phenomenal. During Robert Miles' "In My Dreams," we were transported, surrounded by speakers. Of course--with any earbuds--you're not going to get sound as open as with full-size headphones or external speakers, but the Shure SE530s do an admirable job of opening the experience.

Logitech Z-5500 Digital speakers

Logitech's latest flagship offering, the Z-5500 5.1 Digital speaker set, is an updated version of the excellent Z-680, with new styling and a few performance upgrades. The Z-5500 Digital set ($399.95) includes four satellite speakers, a center-channel speaker, a mammoth subwoofer, a wireless remote control, and a swank control module with both analog and digital inputs, all of which amounts to a package that should keep Logitech at the top of its game. The Z-5500 Digital's control module incorporates Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS, and DTS 96/24 processing, facilitating direct connection to DVD players and game consoles without using an A/V receiver. You may, however, require an adapter to add digital outputs to your game console. Measuring 9 inches tall and 4.5 inches wide, the control module includes a tabletop stand. The unit has a backlit, two-line text display and six buttons that make it easy to configure settings. A big, easy-to-find silver knob makes it easy to adjust the volume without looking away from your monitor. Despite its small size, the well-designed remote lets you control almost all of the system's features. The Logitech Z-5500 Digital has an impressive assortment of jacks that allow you to connect up to six source devices simultaneously. The control module's rear panel boasts optical and coaxial digital-audio inputs as well as three 1/8-inch analog minijack inputs. You can configure the three minijacks as a group to connect a 5.1-channel PC sound card or independently to connect up to three separate stereo sources. The control module's side panel hosts a 1/8-inch headphone output and a 1/8-inch auxiliary input for playing a device such as an iPod. We've seen home audio receivers with fewer inputs--a testament to the flexibility of this setup. All four of the identical satellite speakers and the matching (though horizontally oriented) center speaker include desk stands that swivel and conveniently convert into wall mounts. Each of the speakers incorporates a single 3-inch driver as opposed to the dual-driver, two-way designs employed by Klipsch's competing ProMedia Ultra 5.1 system, but performance doesn't suffer. Logitech claims that the system outputs a very impressive 505 watts (RMS), with 62 watts going to each of satellites, 69 watts dedicated to the center, and 188 watts allocated to the behemoth subwoofer's 10-inch driver. Although the sub, which houses the system's amp, is a front-firing type, a big bass port contributes to its tendency towards occasional sloppiness. As a point of comparison, the Z-680 utilized a smaller 8-inch sub driver but had the same amount of amplifier power. The Z-5500's subwoofer is larger and more powerful than many home-theater subs, and the benefits of its brawn are clear when you fire up an intense video game or DVD. For instance, during a fierce firefight in Unreal Tournament 2004, missiles impacted the ground with palpable force as heavily armored vehicles thunderously lumbered across the battlefield. The Jurassic Park DVD's Tyrannosaurus rex scene proved no less enthralling, with the giant dinosaur's footsteps sending shockwaves through our office. The satellite speakers do a surprisingly good job with treble; music sounds exceptionally airy and three-dimensional. Midrange is arguably the system's greatest weakness, because of a somewhat noticeable disconnect between the subwoofer and the satellites. Other than its very high price, there's not much to dislike about the Logitech Z-5500 Digital 5.1 speakers. Recognizing the Z-680's success, Logitech wisely chose not to reinvent the wheel here, instead focusing on aesthetic updates and a few added input connections. If it could tidy up the midrange and the occasional messy bass, these speakers would be an unqualified success. Onboard 5.1 Digital Decoding: Hear every detail of your favorite Dolby® digital and DTS soundtracks. THX Certified Sound: Settle for nothing less than the THX seal of approval for master quality. 505 Watts: Turn any room of your house into a powerful theater. 10" Long-throw Subwoofer and Tuned Bass Port: Get 188 watts of powerful, distortion-free bass. Aluminum Phase Plug Satellites: Combine the clarity of a tweeter with the richness and fullness of a separate mid-range. Digital and Analog Inputs: Add up to 6 components simultaneously. Digital SoundTouch™ Control Panel: Change volume on all speakers, set inputs and more. Wireless Remote: Control up to seven sources, even PCs and video games. Wall-Mountable Satellite Speakers: Just rotate the stands to switch from desktop to wall.

iRiver Clix (4GB) mp3 player

I couldn't have asked for a better example of the evils of sensor-resolution specmanship than Sony's 12-megapixel Cyber-shot DSC-W200. This top-of-the-food-chain addition to the otherwise sensible W series--not exactly budget cameras, but reasonably priced compact models with the occasional amateur-friendly feature--shares the attractive, compact design and midrange feature set of models like the W80 and W90, although Sony doesn't offer a black alternative. There's little to complain about with the 6-ounce camera's design. There's no dedicated area to rest your thumb, which I thought would pose a problem, but the slightly indented mode dial fulfills this purpose without incident. The buttons are a bit small, but manageable. Likewise, its feature set supplies the capabilities we expect from a premium-priced snapshot camera. Among them you'll find Sony's Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization, 9-point autofocus, and face detection. Here, Sony makes some odd choices. For example, you can only enable face detection in full Auto mode; it's not even available in Program mode. Also, the W200 provides a Manual exposure mode--a fairly limited one, in which you can select from only two or three aperture settings, depending upon zoom, but manual nonetheless--without providing a shutter-priority choice. I also expected more from the 2.5-inch LCD. It's the same coarse, 115,000-pixel model we see in cameras half the price, with poor off-angle viewing. It's almost impossible to view in bright light, and the Brightness Up setting is practically indistinguishable from its standard state. There's a surprisingly large, if somewhat distorted, optical viewfinder to supplement the LCD, however. The narrow f/2.8-5.5 35mm-105mm-equivalent 3x zoom lens is also a bit limiting. As we've seen in other Sony models, the W200's face detection works pretty well, recognizing multiple faces in a scene--as long as it can see both eyes. It tends to be inconsistent, however; in a three-headed test setup, it would usually choose one, sometimes three, occasionally two faces, and a couple of times none, all under identical conditions. The model fares moderately well on shooting speed. From power-on to first shot takes a zippy 1.6 seconds, and in high-contrast light it snaps photos in a reasonable half-second. In dim light, under harder-to-focus conditions, it takes a so-so 1.3 seconds. Unfortunately, the W200's typical shot-to-shot time is a sluggish 2.2 seconds, and when you enable flash, that almost doubles to a seriously shot-impairing 4.4 seconds. Its 2fps continuous-shooting rate compares better to its classmates, though. Truly, iRiver scored a win when it came up with the D-Click interface, arguably the most innovative DAP design move since the iPod scroll wheel. In fact, it was the Clix's excellent user interface--combined with a host of complementing features--that pushed it to be the highest-rated MP3 player. Now, a second-generation Clix is set to overtake the throne. It's not an outstanding improvement over its predecessor, but it's certainly a step in the right direction. Coming in 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB capacities at $149.99, $199.99, and $249.99 (respectively), the new Clix is set to give competing flash-memory players a run for the money. It's simply the best flash player on the market in terms of overall quality. Sleeker and slimmer It's hard to say whether the design of the 2G Clix is an improvement over the previous iteration, though it's certainly just as good. The new Clix is wider (3.2 inches), shorter (1.8 inches), and thinner (0.5 inch) than the old one, which means it could accommodate a noticeably larger screen. However, for some reason iRiver went with the same 2.2-inch screen--it's a bit disappointing, to be honest. That said, it's a gorgeous AMOLED screen, with lovely color saturation and crisp text in a pleasant font. And you still have the option of setting the background to any photo or going with the daily color schemes, which now have a light hibiscus print. The display is just nice to look at, especially when you're on the playback screen, which shows album art and a plethora of information: album, artist, track, time elapsed and remaining, upcoming track name, star rating, time, and battery level. Also, in keeping with the D-Click interface, which allows you to navigate menus by pressing on the sides of the screen itself, the display offers contextual icons on each screen. The Clix also features a variety of dedicated keys around its seam. And a seam it is: it looks like you could almost detach the face of the player from the back. This raises some concerns about durability, but it does make the Clix easy to get a grip on. The top edge houses volume buttons, while a power button and programmable hot key sit on the right spine. The requisite hold switch can be found on the bottom. The Clix also features a standard mini USB port and headphone jack. Rather inconveniently, all of the labels for the various buttons and ports are printed on the back of the player, meaning you'll constantly be flipping it over until you commit the functions to memory. Still, there's no denying that the Clix is supremely easy to use and quite easy on the eyes as well. Loaded with features You'd be hard pressed to find a feature the iRiver Clix doesn't have. Essentially, all that's missing is wireless connectivity (which is still an alpha function, really) and line-in recording. That's where this player's limitations end, though--the Clix is packed with useful extras. You get a voice recorder and an FM tuner with autoscan and seemingly limitless presets (FM recording is also possible). There's a calendar and an alarm clock, as well as support for Flash games. Our test unit came with several titles already loaded, but keep in mind you can't listen to music while you play these games; they have their own built-in sound. If you need to keep your eyes busy, the iRiver Clix delivers in that area too. You can view text, JPEG photos, or slide shows while listening to music. Of course, the heart of an MP3 player is its digital music playback, and the iRiver Clix is no slouch in that area. The Clix supports MP3, OGG, and WMA files, including DRM-protected songs purchased from online stores such as Yahoo Music or downloaded as part of an on-the-go subscription service such as Urge and, especially, Rhapsody (more on this below). You can transfer playlists to the device or choose from two on-the-fly options: make your own Quick List or let the player decide based on your song ratings. You can also rate songs on the fly. For music playback, the Clix offers the standard Shuffle and Repeat settings, and you can select from 13 EQ settings (Normal, Classic, Live, Pop, Rock, Jazz, Ubass, Metal, Dance, Party, Club, SRS Wow, and a user-defined mode) and preview them in real time. For those who like audio books, the Clix supports Audible content as well. As icing on the cake, the iRiver Clix supports MPEG-4 and WMV9 video, though there's no easy way to get this content à la iTunes. That is, you'll have to convert your files before playing them on the device. While iRiver's user guide clearly documents the parameters for compatible video and describes how to transfer footage to the Clix, it doesn't explain the conversion process. The easiest way to do this is to simply transfer the videos through Windows Media Player, which can automatically convert them to WMV9. However, if you would like to encode to MPEG-4, iRiver's Web site has all the info, along with the necessary software, called iRiviter, created not by iRiver engineers but by die-hard iRiver fans. In our tests, the software made easy--though not exactly quick--work of several video files, but other files proved impossible to convert. Another option is to purchase an MPEG-4 encoder plug-in for WMP 11 so that the app will do the work for you (we haven't had a chance to test this out yet). Rhapsody DNA integration As it did with SanDisk last year, Rhapsody has now partnered with iRiver to offer its DNA Platform on the new Clix. Players distributed after July 11, 2007, will come in Rhapsody-branded packaging and will offer enhanced support for Rhapsody Channels and Rhapsody's Internet radio programming. Upon start-up, the Clix displays the Rhapsody logo; once you dive into the menus, there's a new "Rhapsody Channels" selection for organizing the dynamically updating stations from the service. (You hand-select the Channels you want on your device.) Additionally, you can view editorial information about artists whose songs you've transferred from the service. Overall, it's a nicely immersive experience for Rhapsody users, though it's hard to improve on the Clix's already wonderful interface. If you purchased a Clix prior to July 11, don't fret: unlike with the Sansa e200, you won't need to buy a whole new player with an "R" attached to the name. Rhapsody and iRiver will offer the DNA integration via a voluntary firmware update. What a sound! Plain and simple: the iRiver Clix sounds fantastic. The catch, however, is that you'll need some earbuds that are up to the task. The ones included in the package offer fine playback quality, but if you really want to experience the full aural spectrum that the Clix is capable of offering, try it with some Shure SE310s. Tunes sound rich, warm, and encompassing across genres, and the high-end detail and low-end response are both impressive. The Clix also gets very loud--in fact, you'll want to watch that when switching between headphones. The Clix also offers snappy processor performance and relatively speedy transfers over USB 2.0. The player's lovely color screen handles video playback, but there was noticeable pixilation in the sample clips. Still, color saturation and detail are good, though I still wouldn't suggest watching full-length films on such a small screen. The rated battery life of 5 hours for video and 24 hours for audio is more than adequate. Finally, the Flash games are surprisingly engaging and colorful, FM reception is excellent, and the related autoscan feature works well.

Apple MacBook Pro 2007 Edition

Apple's recent update of its 13-inch MacBook line was a modest one, with an incremental processor upgrade and updated default components, but the 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro laptops have gotten a much more radical overhauling, even if they, like the MacBooks, look the same on the outside as previous-generation models. Moving to Intel's latest 2.4GHz mobile Core 2 Duo CPU (part of the new Centrino Duo platform) means the MacBook Pro's performance can stand up to that of the latest Windows Vista laptops, and the new LED-backlit display on the 15-inch model is more power-efficient than traditional LCD displays, resulting in better battery life. While $2,499 is still a lot to spend on a laptop (the entry-level model starts at $1,999; we reviewed the middle child in the MacBook Pro family), the MacBook Pro makes a strong case by keeping its components on the cutting edge, especially because Apple has bumped up the specs without raising the price. By upgrading to the latest Intel platform and Nvidia graphics for better performance, adding a new screen tech for better battery life, and keeping the same great design and same starting prices, the MacBook Pro puts enough distance between itself and the lower-end, Editor's Choice-winning MacBook. Price as reviewed/Starting price $2,499 / $1,999 Processor 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Chipset Intel 965 Memory 2GB, 667MHz DDR2 Hard drive 160GB 5,400rpm Graphics Nvidia GeForce 8600M GT Operating system Apple Mac OS X 10.4 Dimensions (WDH) 14.1 x 9.6 x 1.0 inches Screen size (diagonal) 15.4 inches System weight / Weight with AC adapter [pounds] 5.3/6.0 pounds Category Mainstream Physically, the refreshed MacBook Pro is essentially identical to the version we looked at late last year. We refer you to our review of the Apple MacBook Pro (15.4-inch 2.33GHz Intel Core 2 Duo) for a detailed take on Apple's excellent industrial design and attention to detail. The minimalist layout--you'll find only a power button, a full-size keyboard, stereo speakers, a sizable touch pad with a single mouse button, and a built-in iSight camera--remains a standard other laptop designers should emulate, and the thin chassis makes it easy to stow the system in even smaller laptop bags. On the other hand, despite our love for a clean look, we've become used to having at least a few media control shortcut keys -- and adding a media card reader wouldn't deface the otherwise clean look. Aside from faster processors and new chipset, more memory and larger hard drives, the big change to the 15-inch MacBook Pro is its LED-backlit display, similar to those making their way into new Sony and Toshiba laptops. Apple doesn't claim any difference in image quality or screen brightness (the new screens feature the same 1,440x900 native resolution as that of the previous 15-inch models), and based on anecdotal observation, we'd agree. Instead, Apple touts the new display's energy efficiency (and being mercury-free), and our battery drain tests show a marked improvement to battery life. Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch 2.4GHz) Average for mainstream category Video DVI video out VGA-out, S-Video Audio Stereo speakers, line-in/line-out jacks, built-in mic Stereo speakers, headphone/microphone jacks Data 2 USB 2.0, FireWire 400, FireWire 800 4 USB 2.0, mini-FireWire, multiformat memory card reader Expansion ExpressCard/34 slot PC Card slot Networking Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Modem, Ethernet, 802.11 a/b/g Wi-Fi, optional Bluetooth Optical drive DVD burner DVD burner Apple hasn't added any ports or connections with this new model, but the laptop's 802.11n Wi-Fi capabilities are now turned on by default, rather than requiring a downloaded patch to unlock. It's also the only laptop we can think of with a FireWire 800 jack (along with the more common FireWire 400), useful for digital video fans. Compared to other recent 15-inch media-friendly laptops, the MacBook Pro performs well, beating the HP Pavilion dv6500t and the Sony VAIO FZ180 in Multitasking and iTunes encoding tests. It was also faster than last year's MacBook Pro, although the margins were not very significant, reinforcing our view that Intel's revamped Centrino Duo platform, while valuable, hasn't translated into significantly better performance. Compared with the recently updated non-Pro MacBook, the Pro gives us a decent boost in performance, but unless you need the Pro's vastly superior video abilities, you might be able to save a few bucks and go with the 13-inch model. The new Nvidia GeForce 8600M GT graphics card, however, was a vast improvement over the ATI Mobility Radeon x1600 featured on last year's models. Running Quake 4 at 1,024x768, with antialiasing turned on, we got 65 frames per second from the updated Pro, while only 42.1 frames per second from the 2006 MacBook Pro. Perhaps the biggest improvement in the revamped MacBook Pro is in battery life. Thanks to the LED-backlit display (and partially to Intel's energy-efficient Centrino Pro platform), we got an impressive 3 hours and 35 minutes with our DVD battery drain test--that's 36 minutes more than the non-LED version of the MacBook Pro. Bear in mind the DVD battery drain test is especially grueling, so you can expect longer life from casual Web surfing and typical office use. The default warranty for the MacBook is one year of coverage for parts and labor, but toll-free telephone support is limited to a mere 90 days--well short of what you'd typically find on the PC side--unless you purchase the $349 AppleCare Protection Plan, which extends phone support and repair coverage to three years.

Sony NWZ-A810

The NWZ-A810 series comes in a variety of flavors: The NWZ-A815 player has a total capacity of 2GB; comes in white, pink, black, and silver; and will cost about $140. Then, there's the $180 NWZ-A816, which has 4GB and comes in white, pink, black, and silver. The 8GB NWZ-A818 will be available in only black or silver and will cost about $230. Great news! Sony has given up the ghost on SonicStage. This player is an MTP/PlaysForSure device with all the trimmings: MP3/WMA/AAC support, including playback of subscription tracks downloaded from the likes of Rhapsody. (AAC is unprotected only.) This Walkman video player has a 2-inch QVGA (320x240 pixels) LCD screen capable of playing MPEG 4 and M4V profile at 30 frames per second. As per usual, battery life is astounding: as long as 33 hours of audio playback and up to 8 hours for video. This series of players comes with higher-quality Sony earbuds (model MDR-EX082), and it offers a variety of sound enhancement features: Digital Sound Enhancement Engine(DSEE), Clear Bass, and Clear Stereo. There's also a bidirectional LCD, meaning you can view photos or videos either vertically or in landscape mode (for wide-screen viewing)

Dell XPS M1710

The good: Best-in-class gaming performance; top-shelf processor and graphics engine; attractive illuminated case; solid multimedia features; full assortment of ports and connections. The bad: Very expensive; display not remarkably bright. The bottom line: If you're a hard-core gamer looking to play the newest games at the highest settings, this is the best system that a lot of money can buy. System: Dell XPS M1710 (Red color lid) Processor: Intel Core Duo T2600 (2.16 GHz) Memory: 2GB @ 667MHz - 2 DIMM Slots (2 x 1GB) (Max Ram 4GB) Hard Drive: 100GB capacity at a speed of 7200 RPM Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce Go 7900 GTX with 512MB DDR memory Screen: WUXGA Truelife (1920 x 1200) Optical Drive: 8x CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW/+R) with Dual-Layer OS: Microsoft MCE 2005 Wireless Card: Intel 3945 (802.11b/g) Battery: 9-cell lithium ion recharegable battery Ports / Slots: 5-in-1 Memory Card Reader, DVI-D, VGA video output, S-Video, IEEE 1394 (Firewire), 6 USB 2.0, Express Card slot, Modem, Ethernet/LAN, Microphone in, Headphone out Integrated Subwoofer Screen: The XPS M1710 has a 17" widescreen WUXGA (1920 x 1200 resolution) LCD with the Dell TrueLife (glossy screen) treatment. The TrueLife is a standard feature on the M1710 and a good option for an entertainment machine as it really does provide greater contrast and bolder colors. The display on the XPS M1710 is 30% brighter than the M170 it is replacing. The XPS M1710 has 250 nits of brightness while the M170 was about 200 nits. I found the screen to be excellent for all tasks, from surfing the web to gaming and watching movies. It is very sharp with excellent contrast and brightness. There is no noticeable ghosting during games or any image tearing/smearing. White looks like white, and black looks like black. However, there are some imperfections in the display. It is not evenly lit -- there is noticeable light leakage coming from the bottom of the display. When the display is showing a completely dark scene, there are bright spots in the middle and to the right. I am pleased to report that none of the light leakage is noticeable during general use, so I don't view it as an issue for most people. Speakers: It's rare to find a notebook that has decent speakers, but with the Dell M1710 being a premium level entertainment package, Dell went out of their way to provide for some decent built-in sound. The integrated sub-woofer provides for some decent bass that's always missing from the average notebook. It also provides for extra oomph with sound volume, at top volume the sound is definitely too loud. It was actually a pleasure to listen to music via the speakers on this notebook. Same goes for movie audio. Processor, Performance, Benchmarks and Gaming: The reason to buy the XPS M1710 is for gaming performance. In that area, this notebook will deliver the most power of any notebook short of a high-end SLI dual graphics card setup. Nvidia's new GeForce Go7900GTX is the most powerful graphics card. It replaced the Go7800GTX. Gaming is phenomenal; there's not a notebook on the market that is as fast as this one at the moment.

ASUS A8 Serie ATI x1700 2gb Ram Intel Core2 HIGH END LAPTOP

This laptop is really a high end gaming machine, one of the best laptops that i have ever see. This laptop is loaded with Bluetooth, Webcam, DVD+/- RW, Card Readers, Wifi Card, and many more. This laptop can support and play all the latest games with the highest settings. I have played F.E.A.R, Unreal Tournament, Half-Life 2, Counter Strike Source, Need For Speed Carbon, and World of Warcraft. Those are some of the games that i play on this laptop. The build quality is by ASUS and they make some really strudy laptops. ASUS is also the maker and supplier of many other laptops like the MacBook, HP, Caompaq, and many more This laptop is running Windows XP Media Center Edition, and it is Vista Capable ( i have ran Vista on this laptop and it scores a 4.5 on its specs). This laptop is loaded with all the options available, i did not skim on any cheap parts, these are all high end components. From its Intel Core 2 Duo processor to its Ram. Everything is set and ready for many yers to come. This laptop beats the MacBook Pro. It has everything the MacBook has plus many more. This laptop is almost as slick and thin as the MacBook's. Specification Processor & Cache Memory Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T7600/T7400/T7200/T5600/T5500: 2.33GHZ-1.66GHz, 667MHz, 4MB/2MB L2 cache Operating System Genuine Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional, Genuine Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Chipset Mobile Intel® 945 PM Express Chipset Main Memory DDR2 667 MHz DRAM, 2x SO-DIMM socket expandable to 2GB Display 14" WXGA+ (1440x900) LCD(A8Js/Jp) 14" WXGA(1280X800) LCD(A8Jp) Color Shine(glare-type) LCD Video Graphics & Memory ATI X1700 256MB with 512MB Hyper Memory Hard Drive SATA 80 /100 / 120 GB supported Optical Drive COMBO DVD Super Multi DVD Super Multi with Lightscribe Card Reader SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO Built-in Camera 0.3 Mega-Pixel web-cam Fax/Modem/LAN/WLAN Intel® High Definition Audio MDC Fax/Modem 10/100/1000 Giga Lan Pass and support worldwide regulation Integrated 802.11a/b/g Built-in Bluetooth™V2.0+EDR (optional feature) LED Status Indicator Power-on/Suspend Battery Charging/full/low Storage device access Capital / Scroll / Number Lock Bluetooth Indicator Wireless indicator Interface 1 x VGA port/Mini D-sub 15-pin for external monitor 1 x Headphone-out jack (SPDIF) 1 x Microphone-in jack 1 x RJ11 Modem jack for phone line 1 x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert 5 x USB 2.0 ports, 1x IEEE 1394 port 1 x TV Out (S-Video composite) 1 x Express Card 1 x Infrared Port (SIR-115.2Kbps supported) 1 x DVI Port Hot Keys Instant launch Keys: 5 buttons: Power4 Gear +, Bluetooth™, Wireless, Splendid, Instant Fun Plus Function Keys: Fn+F1 Suspend switch Fn+F2 BT/ Wireless switch Fn+F3 Outlook Fn+F4 IE Fn+F5 Brightness down Fn+F6 Brightness up Fn+F7 LCD on/off Fn+F8 LCD/CRT switch display Fn+F9 Touchpad lock Fn+F10 Volume on/mute Fn+F11 Volume down Fn+F12 Volume up Audio Built-in Intel® High Definition Audio compliant audio chip, Built-in speaker and microphone Keyboard Standard keyboard with 88/89 Keys Battery Pack & Life 6 cell, 3200mAh/4800mAh, 35/53Whrs AC Adapter Output: 19 V DC, 4.74A, 90W, Input: 100— 240V AC, 50/60Hz universal Dimension & Weight 335 x 245 x 34.8~37.3 mm, 2.39kg Security BIOS Booting / HDD User Password Protection and security lock Kensington lock hole Supplied Accessories Wireless Mouse(optional) Carrying bag(optional) Multimedia Software ASUSDVD XP 6.0 Power Director V3.0 DE Medi@Show V2.0 SE Virus & Tool Software Symantec Norton™ Internet Security 2005 Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0 NERO Express V6.0 ASUS Utility ASUS Live Update ASUS ChkMail ASUS Hotkey ASUS Power4 Gear+ Warranty & e-support 2-year limited global hardware warranty 1-year battery pack warranty On-line problem resolution through web interface (BIOS, Driver update) OS (Microsoft Windows XP) install/uninstall consultation Bundled software install/uninstall consultation ASUS software supporting (Liveupdate,Power4 Gear+, ASUS Probe)

World's Smallest Cell Phone & world's largest cellphone

Nokia's 0.3710 will be the smallest-ever cellular phone available commercially measuring just 17mm by 12mm and weighing 9g. The Nokia 0.3710 will measure 17mm by 12mm making it smaller than most units of currency. Although devoid of any typical features, the 0.3710 is likely to appeal to users with its unique special features relating to its incredibly tiny size including its ability to be recognised as a small coin in vending machines for many international currencies, its ability to get lost in far more inconvenient places than the back of the sofa and the ability to swallow it in emergencies to prevent a mugger from stealing it. Critics were quick to point out that the phone had several drawbacks, with a battery life of just 15 minute, or 37 seconds talk time. Also, the buttons are so small they have to be pressed with a pin or cocktail stick to avoid users hitting 5 or 6 buttons at once. Despite these drawbacks, Nokia insist their market research has shown that there is a market for small cellular phones, highlighting the success of their previous compact designs, including the fashionable 8210 and 8310. However, those phones were significantly larger than the 0.3710 and despite their small size were still practical for most users. Whether users are ready for a phone they store with their loose change will be determined when the phone goes on general release early next year. World largest mobile phone The world's largest functioning mobile phone is the Maxi Handy (Maxi Mobile). It measures 2.05 x 0.83 x 0.45 m (6.72 x 2.72 x 1.47 ft) and was installed at the Rotmain Centre, Bayreuth, Germany, on June 7, 2004 as part of the 'einfach mobil' infotour. The phone is made from wood, polyester and metal and features a colour TFT screen. It is fully functional and can send and receive SMS and MMS messages.

UBiQUiO 711

Take the power and versatility of Windows Vista with you wherever you go. Features: Operating System Windows Home Vista Premium Dimensions 89.5" x 57.6" x 10.4" (W x H x D) Weight 30 ounces Processor 1.2GHz VIA C7M NaNo Main Memory 1GB Hard Drive 2.5" - 40GB Display 7" TFT with touch panel Display Resolution 800x480 Native Display Resolution Change Zoom function for 800x600 as default, 800x480, 1024x600 Wi-Fi 802.11b/g WLAN Bluetooth Bluetooth 2.0 With its sleek & lightweight design, the UBiQUiO 711 allows you to work efficiently when away from the office as well as stay entertained and informed wherever you may be. It is ideal for mobile business users looking for a laptop or PDA replacement, or students going to school, college, or university who require a fully functional PC in a compact and affordable package. Connect to the Internet quickly and easily at public or private hot spots via WiFi or extend the UMPCs Internet access beyond WiFi by pairing it with a Bluetooth-enabled wireless phone or USB 3G modem. Plus, with the integrated webcam and microphone, the UBiQUiO 711 is ideal for use with Skype or other video conferencing or instant messaging applications which offer VoIP capabilities. Need to kill a bit of time while you travel? Remember Vista integrates Media Center, which offers and easy to use and feature rich interface through which to view your pictures, play movies, listen to and manage your music library and more. The crystal clear display combined with two built-in speakers (or headphones, your choice), make for a wonderful mobile multimedia experience. Love to travle? Navigate your way around any city using optional GPS capabilities and mapping software. Choose the way you want to navigate and input with an easy-to-use touch screen, stylus, on-screen keyboard, or hardware controls. Box contents: UBiQUiO 711 Ultra Mobile PC AC adaptor & Power Cord (EU) Wired stereo headset with microphone (3.5mm) Screen clean cloth Desktop stand Manual Utility CD (Support Disk) Technical Details • Operating System: Windows® Home Vista Premium • Processor: - Type and Speed: VIA C7M NaNo Processor 1.2GHZ - Cooling Method: Heat Sink with FAN • Chipsets: - Chipsets Core Logic: Integrates North and South Bridgets: VIA VX700 - VGA: Integrated on VX700 • Memory: - 1x SODIMM Slot DDR2 (max. 1GB) - Default: 1GB • Mass Storage: - HDD: 2.5” Format Supported. Bus Mastering, Ultra DMA 133 • Video: - Display Controller: VIA VX700 - Display Resolution Change: ZOOM function for 800x480 as default, 800x600, 1024x600 - LCD Display: 7”, 800x480 TFT-CPT - Video In: 1.3MP CMOS Camera/Webcam • Audio: - Built-in 2x 1W Speakers - Stereo Headphone / MIC Jack (Combo - 3.5mm) - HD Codec • Other I/O Devices: - Communication: Wireless 802.11b/g and Bluetooth 2.0 - Input: 4-wire Resistive touch screen and Stick Cursor • I/O Ports: - 1 x DC-IN Jack / 1 x Stereo Headphone / MIC Combo Jack - 2 x 4-pin USB 2.0 Port / 1 x Stylus (Bottom side, 91/120mm) - 1 x 36-pins Cradle Connector - 1 x MMC/SD card slot • Front Panel LED Indicators: - Power On indicator - Battery Indicator - HDD Accessing - Wireless Status • Buttons: - Left Side: Mouse Left Key / Mouse Right Key D-Pad (4-Direction + Enter) Function Key A - LaunchPad / Function Key B - K/B - Right Side: Mouse Cursor + Enter / Page UP / Page Down Tool Manual Button - A-Menu Function Key - Rosolution Selection / Speaker - Right Edge: Head Phone / Stereo MIC Jack (Combo) / Volume UP/ Down Key USB x 1 / Power Switch / Key Lock Hold SAS Key (Ctrl + Alt + Del) Internal MIC - Left Edge: DC-In Jack / USB x 1 / WLAN On / Off • Power System: - AC/DC Adapter: AC 100~240Volt, 50~60 Hz, 60W - Battery Pack: 1 Removable 26W, Li-Ion, 3-cell, 2400mAh - Battery Charge: Smart Charger - Power Management: Support for ACPI / PC-2001 compliant • BIOS: - System & Video: Phoenix BIOS includes System & Video 4MB Flash / Plug & Play / APM 1.2 / ACPI BIOS - Enable/ Disable Features: Supports S3 and S4 power states Password Protection System Beeps for Battery Low • Dimensions: 226.5 x 146.4 x 26.5mm (89.5" x 57.6" x 10.4") • Weight: 850g (30 ounces) • Included Accessory Kit: - AC Adapter with Power Cord Set - Stereo Head Phone / MIC (Combo; 3.5mm) - User’s Manual - Utility CD (Support Disc) - Stand - Screen Clean Cloth

Nokia CK-15W Bluetooth Display Car Kit

Contact in colour - with its 2.2 inch display, Bluetooth connectivity, and excellent audio quality, the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W is an indispensable companion for you, your car, and your compatible mobile device. The large display is easy to read, giving you an overview of key functions at all times. And the car kit's display includes adjustable background colours and themes for personalising it to suit the lighting on your car dashboard. You can also place and receive calls in excellent audio quality over the dedicated speaker. Advanced handsfree communication - once paired with a compatible phone, the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W enables your to browse the contact list and make phone calls even your phone is in your pocket. Best of all, it's seamless: the Nokia Bluetooth Display Car Kit CK-15W uses wireless Bluetooth technology to link up with your compatible mobile phone at the moment you turn the ignition key or press the hook key of the input device. Specifications: - downloading of phonebook (if supported by mobile phone) - display of the caller's name and number (if supported by mobile phone, car radio and depending on network of calling party's phone) - display field strength (if supported by mobile phone) - display operator name (if supported by mobile phone) - internal call registers: last dialed numbers, missed calls, received calls - redial of the last caller - speed dial - hands-free with clear audio quality - power indication - activation of phone's voice tags (if supported by mobile phone) - call transfer from phone to car kit - handling of two simultaneous calls - brightness settings - auto dim - night mode - selectable colour themes: blue, green, red, yellow, orange - standard Nokia tune for non-Nokia mobile phones - language setting - car radio mute (if supported by mobile phone) - microphone mute - loudspeaker mute Sales Contents Package: - Hands-free unit HF-15 - Display SU-29 - System cable CA-115 - External input device CU-8 - Loudspeaker SP-3 - Microphone MP-2 - Power cable PCU-4 - User guide Technical Details • - Intuitive menu structure combined with 2.2 inch display with up to 65,536 colours - Large fonts and icons for convenient readability - Separate input device for easy in-car use, which can be installed close to the user's hand - Internal DSP for good audio quality - Voice-dialing and phonebook download (if supported by your compatible mobile device) • - Display: 2.2inch (43.7mm x 34.9mm; active area), 220 x 170pixels, up to 65,536 colors, TFT-type, glossy black - Input device: Navi wheel™, End key, Send key, Activation of the phone's voice tags, Mute. - Supported languages: Bulgarian , Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Icelandic, Italian, Latvia, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Slovak, Slovene, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Ukrainian - Supported Bluetooth profiles: Hands-free Profile 1.5, Phonebook Access Profile 1.0

Sony Ericsson MBW-100 Bluetooth Wrist Watch

A pioneer innovator in Bluetooth™ technology, Sony Ericsson has developed a watch that does far more than tell the time. The Bluetooth Watch MBW-100 is a classic premium analogue timepiece with built-in wireless call handling and phone music player control. Integrated into your daily communication routine, it extends the boundaries of mobile communication by changing the very way in which you look at your phone. Gain discreet wireless control over incoming calls and the music player in your Sony Ericsson mobile phone with the Bluetooth™ Watch MBW-100. It can be paired using Auto pairing™ if supported in the handset. The watch vibrates when it detects an incoming call, displaying the name or number of the caller on the OLED display. Notifications of incoming text messages are displayed, too. Incoming calls can be muted or rejected by pressing keys on the watch, and tracks can also be played or skipped on the phone's music player. The watch gives a warning vibration if you walk out of range of your handset. Uniquely, the MBW-100 is an analogue timepiece. Quartz crystal movements keep exact time in a non-allergic stainless steel and mineral crystal design, giving you the benefit of both cutting edge technological innovation and premium classic watch design. Key Features - Wireless call handling - Wireless control of music player on mobile phone - Analogue time keeping - Out of range warning - Caller ID display - SMS notification Compatable Sony Ericsson phones :- Z610i W880i W850i Z710i W710i V630i K800i K810i K610i W810i

Toshiba Portege M400 version: 2GHz, 1GB, 100GB, XP Tablet

The Portege M400 intelligently fuses breakthrough mobile technologies, on-demand business applications and the versatile and intuitive functionality into a supremely portable package that exceeds mobile performance and productivity expectations. Everywhere Connectivity: 3G Wide Area Network (WAN)* for wireless productivity anywhere you can make a cell phone call! System also features high speed wireless LAN, Bluetooth®* V.2.0 + EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, and 1394 port! Main Features •2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7200 w/Centrino Duo Mobile Technology •1GB RAM •100GB hard drive •DVD±RW (±R DL)/DVD-RAM •10/100/1000 Ethernet •WiFi 802.11a/b/g •Microsoft® Windows® XP Tablet PC 2005 •12.1" XGA display Technical Details • Operating System - Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 • Display - 12.1" TFT active matrix 1024 x 768 ( XGA ) • Processor - Intel Core 2 Duo T7200 / 2 GHz ( Dual-Core ) • RAM - 1GB DDR II SDRAM - 667 MHz - PC2-5300 ( 2 x 512 MB ) • Hard Drive - 100 GB - Serial ATA-150 - 5400 rpm • Optical Storage - DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM - plug-in module • Bluetooth® V2.0 + EDR • Networking - Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g • Telecom - Fax / modem - 56 Kbps • Input Devices - Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, Tablet Pen • Interfaces 1 x headphones - output - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 1 x display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) 1 x microphone - input - mini-phone 3.5 mm 3 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 4 pin FireWire 1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 1 x modem - phone line - RJ-11 1 x docking / port replicator - 240 pin docking • Software - InterVideo® WinDVD® Creator 2 Platinum, Microsoft® Office OneNote®, Microsoft Works, InterVideo® WinDVD® 5, TOSHIBA ConfigFree®, TOSHIBA Game Console • Dimensions - 11.6 in x 9.8 in x 1.5 in, 4.4 pounds • Warranty - 3 years warranty

HTC Wing

Stay connected with the Wing, a powerful phone with a touch screen and slide out keyboard that lets you take the strength of your desktop with you. Technical Details • Windows Mobile® Familiar and easy to use Windows Mobile® experience • Built-in QWERTY Keypad With the built-in keypad, you can type messages easily. • GPRS/EDGE and Wi-Fi enabled* Access fast, wireless connections from anywhere on the T-Mobile USA network. • 2.0 megapixel camera Take high-quality pictures from your phone that you can enlarge or print • E-mail* Send and receive e-mail messages on your phone. • myFaves capable* Get unlimited any-network calling to any 5 people with a myFaves plan. • Voice-activated functions Control your phone with your voice. • Micro SD memory slot Add more memory for multimedia files, data, and more. • Bluetooth® wireless technology Lose the wires and keep your hands free for more important things – Bluetooth lets you connect your phone to your headset or computer wirelessly. • Video camera Capture short video clips to keep for yourself or share with friends and family. • Picture messaging* Send pictures from your phone to others. • Real web browsing* Get more pages and better Web content delivered efficiently to your phone. • Instant messaging: Yahoo!®, MSN®, and AOL®* Send and receive instant messages with Yahoo!, MSN, or AOL. • Quad-band world phone (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) Use this phone in any of the countries where T-Mobile provides GPRS service. • Text messaging* The quick, quiet way to stay connected. • Speakerphone Put down the phone and keep talking with a convenient speakerphone. • Wireless calendar synchronization with Outlook Wirelessly synchronize the calendar on your phone with the one in Outlook on your desktop. • Windows Media® Player Windows Media Player lets you play audio and video files you download from the Internet or receive over e-mail. • MegaTones®, Wallpaper, HiFi Ringers®, & Games* Download new games, sounds and voices from hot artists, instrumental versions of songs, and wallpapers.