ASUS has a new router offering that is ready for the world entitled the RT-N13U. While this particular wireless router doesn’t have many shocking hardware features, namely 801.11b/g/n compatibility, a USB 2.0 port and 4 LAN ports, the real gem is in the software ASUS will bundle in.

ASUS says that their EZ UI management software along with their EZ QoS bandwith prioritizing software and EZ All-in-One Printer sharing software is what really sets the RT-N13U router apart from the rest. If you couldn’t tell by their names, all of this software is extremely EZ to use.

Newegg currently has ASUS’ RT-N13U router for sale at a modest $59.99.

Tags: Accessories, ASUS, Desktop PCs, ez qos, ez ui, lan, Laptops, Mobile News, netbooks, printer sharing, Printers, router, rt-n13u, usb, wireless

Back in July we saw the first set of leaked Chrome OS screen shots, or so we thought. Turns out, those were fake (who could have guessed?) but today, we bring you more screen shots of the operating system. The verdict? Still most likely fake.

While the UI looks like something Google could possibly have backed, why are the images taken on a CRT monitor? Considering Google’s massive size, one would think they would be able to provide their developers with a screen that isn’t dated as the one pictured above.

Either way, we’re going to just assume these are fake until Google comes forward and gives us an actual glimpse of the OS in action.

via mashable

Tags: Chrome OS, Desktop PCs, Fake, Google, Laptops, leak, Mobile News, Mobile Software, netbooks, screen shot

LG Electronics launches another potential notebook for consideration with the LG X130-L78 Notebook. Among the highlights of this latest LG notebook is that its battery life can last up to 12 hours via adopting a 9-cell battery pack.

It has a “Smart On” button included on the keyboards for people who want to browse the web in seconds without having to wait for the device to boot. Features include:

• 10.1-inch WSVGA LCD display with LED backlit
• 160GB HDD
• Up to 7.5 hours of video playback

The LG X130-L78 Notebook retails for about 789,000(KRW)

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Tags: battery life, cell battery pack, keyboards, Laptops, LG, lg-electronics, netbooks, notebook, video playback

When it comes to traditional casing, our thought are often directed towards the standard and default black leather casing. But don’t tell that to Carie Dunham who has taken the initiative in providing various colored casings for most devices in use today. Initially focusing on digital cameras, Carie Dunham now unveils her new line of preppy styles aimed at the iPod, Kindle and Netbooks.

The new designs are great alternatives towards standard looking bags that protect devices from scratches and falls. While the initial batch of cases launched seemed to be color-coded according to the taste of women, she will be launching another line aimed specifically for the men soon.

Not only are the bags good looking but they are also highly functional with thoughtful, unique design elements like pleated battery compartments, comfortable handle lengths, hidden zippers for port access and flaps to protect the screen from the keyboard. There is even a reversible laptop bag-two bags in one.

(Source) Press

Tags: Accessories, Apple, battery compartments, black leather, casings, design elements, Digital Cameras, dunham, initial batch, initiative, keyboard, laptop, Laptops, preppy styles, scratches, unique design

What you see above is Buffalo’s recently announced microSD card reader. As you can see, this particular device is small enough where you can just plug it into one of your laptop’s USB ports and leave it there with little to no worries of it breaking during traveling.

What’s more is, in addition to having the ability to read a microSD card, this reader will feature 4GB or 16GB of built-in storage for $35 and $160, respectively.

Tags: Accessories, buffalo, internal storage, Laptops, microsd, Mobile News, netbooks, reader

You might think that there’s not a whole lot of point to talking about laptop cases.  After all, you’d think: they hold stuff.  What else do they do?  They hold stuff and they look good.  What’s the point in differentiating between them sufficiently to require a review?

That’s what I thought, frankly.  Then I got to try the V7 Premium Toploader by Targus, and it changed my mind.
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Tags: Accessories, Business, carrying case, checkpoint friendly, laptop case, Laptops, mobile case, netbooks, Reviews, Targus, Targus Premium Toploading Case

The Fcc has just approved a interesting product, it looks like new sony viao laptop models are on there way to you soon. There is not much info at the moment, all we know is that it has BlueTooth, 802.11b/g/n andis about the same as other models we will keep you updated.

via sonyinsider

Tags: Laptops, PCG-1R2L, Sony, viao

Not confused enough about Windows 7 and its various versions? Good, because Microsoft has recently released the above chart adding even more fuss to the confusion.

As you can see, Microsoft has detailed just about every kind of upgrade you could encouter on October 22nd from Windows XP all the way up to Windows Vista Ultimate. While some versions will allow for a painless upgrade, others will require you to completely wipe your harddrive clean and then install Windows 7.

Annoying? Yes. Confusing? Of course.

via AllThingsDigital

Tags: chart, Desktop PCs, Laptops, microsoft, Mobile Software, software, upgrade, Windows 7

If you’re a TechNet or MSDN subscriber, there’s some news for you — Microsoft has recently announced that the Windows 7 RTM has been made avaiable for download to subscribers of such services. For TechNet subscribers head here to get the download, and MSDN subscribers, here.

As for the rest of us, we’ll have to wait until October 22nd to get our hands on the 10,000 6 different versions of Windows 7.

via GeekSmack

Tags: Desktop PCs, Laptops, microsoft, Mobile News, msdn, operating system, RTM, technet, Windows 7

Newton Peripherals has recently announced a new ultrathin Bluetooth mouth for marketed specifically for netbooks. If you’ve heard of MoGo before, you’ll most likely know that their previous offerings included a mouse that nestled in a notebook’s PCMCIA slot but considering netbooks don’t feature such a slot, they had to go a differnt route.

As you can see from the above picture, the MoGo netbook mouse will feature a docking station that sticks to the cover of your netbook where you can then charge it from via included charging cable.

Sure, it seems like a practical solution to carrying around a normal Bluetooth mouse but its $100 price tag makes it a bit less palatable.

via Gizmodo

Tags: Accessories, bluetooth, Laptops, Mobile News, mogo, Mouse, netbook, netbooks

Last weekend we were notified that Amazon had put Apple’s OS X version 10.6 (aka Snow Leopard) up for pre-order. Well, it looks like Snow Leopard’s release is even closer than before as Apple has just issued a software update for OS X which will bring the operating system up to version 10.5.8.

Below is the change log for 10.5.8:

• Upgrades Safari to version 4.0.2.
• Improves the accuracy of full history search in Safari 4.
• Resolves an issue in which certain resolutions might not appear in the Display pane in System Preferences.
• Dragging an Aperture image into Automator now invokes an Aperture action instead of incorrectly invoking an iPhoto action.
• Resolves an issue that could prevent importing of large photo and movie files from digital cameras.
• Improves overall Bluetooth reliability with external devices, USB webcams and printers.
• Addresses an issue that could cause extended startup times.
• Improves iCal reliability with MobileMe Sync and CalDav.
• Addresses data reliability issues with iDisk and MobileMe.
• Improves overall reliability with AFP.
• Improves overall reliability with Managed Client.
• Improves compatibility and reliability for joining AirPort networks.
• Improves Sync Service reliability.
• Includes additional RAW image support for several third-party cameras.
• Improves compatibility with some external USB hard drives.
• Includes latest security fixes.

Tags: 10.5.8, Apple, Apple, Desktop PCs, Laptops, Mobile Software, OS X, software, software, Update

Compaq has today announced two notebooks for business use; the 515 and 610. Those hoping to play Crysis on one of these need not apply.

Anyways, the 515 will featurea  14.1-inch display, an AMD Athlon X2 or Turion X2 CPU, up to 3GB of RAM, an ATI RAdeon HD 3200 GPU, up to 250GB of hard drive space and a starting price of $429. The 610, on the other hand,will feature a 15.6-inch display, an Intel Core 2 Duo or Celeron Dual-Core processor, up to 3GB of RAM, an Intel GMA X3100 GPU, up to 250GB of hard drive space and a starting price of $449.

Any takers?

via Laptoping

Tags: 515, 610, AMD, athlon x2, ati radeon hd 3200, Business, celeron dual core, Compaq, core 2 duo, Intel, intel gma x3100, Laptops, Mobile News, notebook, turion x2

Microsoft has today announced that they will be offering a free version of Windows 7 Ultimate to those who participated in the Windows 7 Beta Program.

This announcement comes from a letter Microsoft sent to said participants:

Thank you for doing your part in making Windows 7 great! As a member of the technical beta program you took the time to download, install and give us your feedback on Windows 7 during development. Over the last 7 months you have participated in chats, live meetings and newsgroups as well as reported bugs to help us find and fix many issues. To recognize your outstanding contribution to the product we are pleased to offer you a complimentary copy of Windows 7 for your personal use.

Details:

• All current members of our English technical and international mini-beta programs are eligible.
• We are offering you a full (non-upgrade) copy of Windows 7 Ultimate Edition for your own personal use, not to be resold.
• You will be able to get access to your copy one of two ways:

A) To get up and running quickly you will be able to download your copy and get your product key via Microsoft Connect. English downloads will be available August 6th and other languages will follow as they become available.

B) Members of our English beta program have an alternative. We have reserved a limited amount of boxed retail copies that you can choose to receive instead. These are ‘first come, first served’. If you opt to have us ship you the boxed copy you should be aware that it will take much longer until you will be up and running on the final version. We will need time to manufacture and ship the copies to you. This means that you may not receive them until they are available on shelves October 22nd or later. Also, for people outside the United States you may be required to pay duties or other local taxes upon receipt.

Instructions and forms for choosing one of the above options will be available on Microsoft Connect on Monday August 3rd.

On behalf of the entire Windows product team, THANK YOU!

Paul

via Arstechnica

Tags: beta program, Desktop PCs, free copy, Laptops, microsoft, Mobile Software, testers, Windows 7

Sure, Acer may be slowing down their netbook production for the rest of the year but that doesn’t mean they are going to skimp on other hardware offerings.

What you see above is one of their 8000 Series notebooks which will be made available in 13.3, 13 and 15.6 inch sizes. The entire series features either Core 2 Duo or Core 2 Solo ULV CPUs, 4-8GB of RAM, an 80GB SSD (or 160GB/500GB harddrives) and either a Intel GMA 4500MHD or ATI 4330 GPU. Additionally, the 8000 series will feature a multitouch fingerpad and the option for 3G at a later date.

We’ll keep you posted on a release date and pricing as it’s made known.

via TrustedReviews

Tags: 3G, 8000 series, Acer, ati 4330, core 2 duo, core 2 solo, cpu, finger pad, gpu, laptop, Laptops, Mobile News, multitouch, notebook, Portable Devices, ulv

It seems that Apple has felt its time to give the Time Capsule a storage upgrade as they have recently updated their website with a 2TB model.

This new 2TB model will take the place of the old 1TB model with the 500GB will no longer be sold. This means that the 2TB model will sell for $499 while the 1TB model will sell for $299.

If you don’t know what Apple’s Time Capsule is, it is a wireless backup device that doubles as a wireless router. In other words, painless backup of all of your files while keeping you connected.

Tags: 1TB, 2tb, Apple, backup, Desktop PCs, Laptops, router, storage, time capsule, wireless

Don’t get all too excited since this isn’t official news. You can get mildly excited though since we expect HP to launch new netbooks in the near future. So why wouldn’t this new netbooks be 10.1- and 11.6-inch ultra-slim machines?

The word on the street is that HP has hired Quanta to make the 11.6-inch netbook this August while the 10.1-inch netbook is due before the end of the year. Inventec is also going to make netbooks for HP but these are revisions of HP’s 10.1-inch netbook. No details have been leaked so far about any of these new HP netbooks, but we’re counting on HP to bring something new to the table. Can we expect Windows 7 HP netbooks soon?

Quanta Computer will also make new 15.6- and 17.3-inch notebooks and shipments will start in August while Compal Electronics will work on 13.3- and 14-inch versions.

via digitimes

Tags: HP, Inventec, Laptops, Laptops, Mobile News, netbooks, netbooks, Quanta

Ever since the netbook craze started, companies, Asus and Acer especially, have been pumping out new models at an alarming rate.

Well, it seems that the duo is finally taking a break as reports have emerged that the two companies will put a hold on any new netbook models until 2010. This delay is apparantly due to Intel waiting until early 2010 to debut their Pine Trail-M platform.

For now, Asus and Acer will reportedly focus on producing ultra-thin laptops for the rest of 2009.

Read (DigiTimes)

Tags: Acer, ASUS, Business, delay, Laptops, Laptops, Mobile News, netbooks, netbooks, Notebooks, ultra-thin

Sure, Barnes & Noble may not have a deal with Sprint that allows their eBook reader to access the internet anywhere, a la the Kindle, but they have the next best thing. Reports are coming out that Barnes & Noble has signed a deal with AT&T that will allow customers to access free WiFi in store across the nation.

This is apparantly to give customers the access to Barnes & Nobles eBook store which currently has +700,000 titles. Below is a quote from CEO of Barnes & Noble, Steve Riggio, regarding the matter:

Barnes & Noble pioneered the concept of retail stores as community centers. By providing no-fee Wi-Fi access, we are not only meeting our customers’ needs, but extending the sense of community that has always been in our stores. This is a natural progression of our digital strategy to provide customers with more choices in how, when and where they want to read.

Now let’s just see what that Plastic Logic/Barnes & Noble eBook reader looks like.

via Press

Tags: At&T, At&T, barnes noble, Crazy Mobile, customers, Desktop PCs, free wifi, Laptops, Mobile News, Portable Devices, retail stores

Acer is proud to announce that their Timeline 1810T will be shipping for €499 within the next 2-3 weeks.

If you’re not familiar with Acer’s Timeline 1810T, let me give you a quick rundown. This laptop will feature a 1366 x 768 11.6-inch display, a 1.4GHz CPU, up to 4GB of RAM and a GMA 45000MHD onboard GPU. Additionally it will have an HDMI out port, Bluetooth 2.1, Vista and the option for 3G.

Again, you’ll be able to pick up one of Acer’s Timeline 1810Ts within the next couple of weeks for €499 or about $709.

via Engadget

Tags: 1810t, Acer, Laptops, microsoft, Mobile News, netbooks, price point, release date, timeline

What you see above may look like a netbook, but it’s not for it’s Avaratec’s N3400 notebook.

Don’t expect much from this machine as it’s basically just a netbook with a bigger screen. you’re lookin’ at a 13.3-inch screen, Pentium Dual Core T3400 processor, 3GB of RAM, 250GB hard drive and a Intel GMA X4500HD onboard GPU. To make it even more similar to a netbook it won’t feature a built-in optical drive instead it will come with an external DVD burner.

Sure, Avaratec’s N3400 may not act like a notebook, but it’s sure priced like one at a whopping $799.

Tags: avaratec, Laptops, microsoft, Mobile News, n3400, netbooks, notebook