The latest Joybook model we mentioned was the R45, which at the time (April 2008) was fine for living. But if you want to get serious and more professional with a fast laptop, check out the follow-up model R46.

It still has the same screen display as the previous version - 14.1-inch WXGA - but the processor is much better now, an Intel Pentium Dual-Core T3400. The RAM memory starts at 1GB, but can be expanded up to 4GB depending on your needs. There are also a few choices for the hard-drive that differ in the storage capacity: 160GB, 250GB, or 230GB.

On the graphics card the BenQ R46 has a GMA X4500HD, and the high-definition is present in audio too, thanks to the built-in speakers and microphone.

Other details on the BenQ Joybook R46:

- 4 USB ports
- HDMI out
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Here’s yet another MID device getting ready to hit the stores. It’s BenQ S6 and you might find it in a store near you soon.

Here’s what it has to offer:

• an 800MHz Intel Atom CPU
• 4.8-inch WVGA (800 x 480) display
• 512MB DDR2 RAM
• 2GB SSD
• Bluetooth 2.0
• WiFi
• 3G UMTS/HSDPA on 2100GHz and GSM/GPRS/EDGE on 900/1800/1900GHz
• microSD slot
• built-in G-sensor

Now that we know what it has inside, we’re waiting for an official release date an pricing details then!

This isn’t another Sony Ericsson launch here, it’s BenQ in action in Taiwan where it releases the Q55. It’s a entry level phone for the general public, following the previous E53 model.
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Benq isn’t exactly breaking ground with its cell phones, although I do have a certain spot for their computer peripherals. In the same vein, the e55 is just a phone with a dash of style mixed in a clamshell form factor.

The e55 works on GSM 900/1800/1900 MHz and WCDMA 2100 networks with GPRS and EDGE support. The only highlight, if you can call it that, is inclusion of Bluetooth with support for the usual array of Bluetooth profiles. All this is crammed into a stylish flip phone with a smooth finish, but mind you, this is just what’s been doing the rounds on the internet and that’s what we will get until the official announcement on complete details on the e55 including its price and release date.

Benq has just announced the C36 music phone, a successor to its earlier C30. The phone is similar in design and style to the C30, but has several improvements over its predecessor. It weighs an almost unnoticeable 78g and has a unique top-key design with dedicated keys for FM radio, MP3 player, and the 1.3 megapixel camera onboard. If you think this isn’t any different from the other music phones out there, think again. The C36 has the ability to record FM radio and the 1.3mpx integrated camera can record videos in AVI format, a big difference from others if you ask me. The camera can also act as a webcam when connected to a PC. There is a 2.0 inch LCD display, too small to make use of the included ebook reader or the photo editor. The phone is equipped with dual speakers and supports microSD expansion for up to 2GB. The C36 also comes with a health management application for the health-conscious music lover. There aren’t too many options in the connectivity segment with just USB 1.1 support and WAP/GPRS.

The C36 will be available in Indonesia starting this month with a graduated release world over.

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BenQ today announced the launch of its latest mobile phone - the super-slim BenQ T60, targeted at the style-conscious consumers.

Measuring a mere 8.9mm thin, the T60 sports a 2.2-inch QVGA TFT LCD display, a built-in camera with 3.2 megapixel photo output, and a multimedia player.

The BenQ T60 features an embedded handy caller black list function that is able to screen out unwanted calls. It comes with 24 MB of internal memory, integrated stereo FM radio with schedule recording function, and a micro SD card slot. it supports reproduction of MPEG4, MP3, AMR, MIDI and SP-MIDI music files, and it also features Bluetooth with stereo sound (A2DP), remote control (AVRCP) support, and USB connectivity. It’s standby and talking time are 200 hours and 3 hours, respectively.

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BenQ is showcasing two new mobile phones in MWC, one of which its new and next generation NFC or Near Field Communication smartphone, the T80. The BenQ T80 boasts a 2.2-inch screen and 3.0 megapixel camera. And it because it’s integrated with the NFC technology, it could be used for tasks such as paying for public transportation. You can even choose where to save your NFC data — in the phone’s memory or in your microSD card. The T80 is also DLNA compliant, so it can be integrated into your also DLNA-compliant home theater system.

The other phone is the BenQ T60 smartphone. At 8.9mm thin, it boasts the biggest screen among all current phones thinner than 10mm. It also has a built-in audio player and a 2-megapixel camera. As of current, the T60 is an ordinary smartphone, but BenQ promises to roll out an NFC T60 soon.

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BenQ, known for its wide range of consumer electronic devices, announced its intention to enter the internet tablet realm by unveiling its first mobile internet device at forthcoming CES in Las Vegas.

Although there are no clear specifications, BenQ said in its press release that the new device will have a 4.8 inch touchscreen and will feature wireless technologies such as WiFi and 3.5G. High-speed internet access ensures that user can surf, chat, email, blog, share media, and social network without a hitch. According to BenQ, this mobile internet device consumes less power than a UMPC, ideal for someone who is on the move constantly.

“As a global digital lifestyle solutions leader, BenQ cannot help but see that our users have increasingly sophisticated and complex needs to fulfill their increasingly mobile lifestyle,” Peter Chen, General Manager of Technology Product Center, BenQ Corporation said, “BenQ MID combines the advantages of notebooks and smartphones to satisfy users’ multiple demands in a single device. Not only do we put the familiar PC experience in our users’ hands, they are now allowed to have high-speed internet access, work with a powerful CPU, and enjoy the full screens previously only available on notebooks.”

Keep an eye out for this interesting device at Intel’s MID exhibition arena at Central Hall, booth 7153.

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Another Joybook is joining Benq just recently. The Joybook R43, featuring a bright 14.1” UltraVivid widescreen display, the latest Intel Core2 Duo processor, Windows Vista operating system, Wi-fi connectivity and a brand new lid design.

The BenQ Joybook R43 is designed to capture the spirit of a great metropolis. The Joybook R43 features a deep black lid accented by a unique ornamental band. The unique ornamental band was imprinted with Laminar Film technology to outline a great metropolis’ skyline in pop art style. Consumers can see points of illumination appear, particularly when the ambient light is low. The nocturnal urban feel is extended when users open the lid, displaying a luminous blue-lit power button and indicator lights.

Featuring Intel Core2 Duo processor and SiS Mirage 3+ chipset with Windows Vista operating system, the Joybook R43 provides multimedia applications, digital home features in combination with performance and data security. The Joybook R43 also allows easy access to the Internet using high-speed Wi-fi networks, and connects easily to Bluetooth-capable phones and peripherals, such as mice and keyboards. Whether at work or at play, consumers can enjoy the freedom of going online, listening to music, and linking to other devices without the constraints and hassles of cables.

The BenQ Joybook R43 will firstly be available in China in December, with other countries to follow in the coming months.

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BenQ has just released the M7 mobile phone that has some features which regular handsets don’t usually include. It is a tough phone, capable of resisting any forces but at the same time it is stylish and has an appealing design. BenQ M7 is covered in a protective case that protects it from water, sand or any other natural element.

That’s pretty tough and the phone has a smooth, slightly curved shape and a pretty compact size to grab your looks. This phone is 3G enabled for superfast speed and also has GPS support to guide you. It also comes equipped with a 2 megapixel camera, a secondary VGA camera, for placing video calls through the 3G technology and media player for all the entertainment you want.

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BenQ has just released the M7 mobile phone, with some features regular handsets don’t usually include. It is a tough phone, capable of resisting any forces, although this one stands out through a stylish and appealing design that looks less rugged than the phone really is.

The curved shape and smooth lines could deceive people into thinking that this is only a regular mobile phone, one that provides the average features in a modern but elegant design. It looks like BenQ M7 is covered in a protective case that should prevent natural elements such as water, sand or a bear’s claw getting past it and making the phone impossible to use. That’s pretty tough, but not in the classic way, as the phone has a smooth, slightly curved shape and a pretty compact size.

An impressive aspect about this handset is the fact that it is 3G enabled, which enables high data transfer speeds. Moreover, a very useful feature in the case of an outdoor phone is the A-GPS support that will surely help the owners find their way around, no matter the situation.

The phone also includes a media player, to break the monotony with some urban entertainment. It also comes equipped with a 2 megapixel camera, but it will surely not make the best of the great sceneries from the top of the mountain that the user might want to take. There is also a secondary VGA camera, for placing video calls through the 3G technology.

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Benq has just announced the launch of the the BenQ T33 mobile phone. The phone features a dedicated side key design that provides easy access to a full featured digital audio player, including FM radio and camera functions.

The sleek slide phone weighs in at only 90g and is designed with a stylish, sleek mirrored finish, presenting a distinctively chic appearance. Designed for easy listening, the BenQ T33 allows consumers to enjoy music anywhere, even when no SIM card is inserted.

Equipped with a high quality digital audio player, the BenQ T33 supports MP3, AAC and AAC+ files, the most popular formats for downloaded music. The BenQ T33 integrates other entertainment functions, including a built-in FM radio or taking advantage of the lyrics display for an impromptu karaoke session.

The BenQ T33 is outfitted with a 2.0 mega pixel VGA camera that supports AVI video recording and playback. The BenQ T33 also has a spacious phonebook that holds up to 1000 contacts to help consumers to keep in touch with friends and family. For storage, consumers can use microSD cards up to 2GB in capacity.

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BenQ has just announced today its new BenQ X735 digital camera. This camera is an upgrade to the BenQ X725 which features a range of enhanced features, including high ISO options, wise zoom and face tracking function as well as a large 2.5-inch LCD display and smc Pentax lens.

It also sports a 7 megapixels resolution capabilities with 3x optical zoom in both static and video mode, the BenQ X735 offers great functionality in a super slim stainless-steel body at a mere 12.5mm.

The X735 is equipped with a face tracking function that automatically detects and tracks up to nine human faces and a wise zoom function that is able to deliver a maximum of 30X zoom effect, resulting in clear, detailed images. Furthermore, the X735 is equipped with a Super Shake Free system with a sensitivity of 2000 ISO and a high setting at 6400 ISO that can be engaged during movie mode.

The BenQ X735 is planned to be available in Latin America, Europe and Asia Pacific starting early October.

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BenQ has recently announced the launch of its BenQ E72 phone. This Windows Mobile 6 based smartphone features an incredibly thin body at a little over 1cm, an integrated instant messaging system and powerful multimedia experiences for professionals on the go. The E72 (GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 MHz) sports a 2-inch 65,000 color TFT screen for viewing photos, video clips and web content and a 2.0 megapixels camera - all in a stylish, super slim casing.

Additionally, it boasts a wide range of powerful communication and multimedia functions,and provides an ideal solution for business professionals pursuing a better balance between work and social life.

The BenQ E72 will be available in select countries in the Asia Pacific and European regions in Q4, 2007.

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Want a phone that’s loaded with style? One that’s not weighed down with frivolous functionality, but does give you easy access to fun features. Then the recently launched BenQ C30 mobile phone is right for you. The stylish phone puts instant entertainment right at your fingertips, with dedicated controls for FM radio, music, and a camera on the top edge. If you care about style and want to put fun a button press away, the C30 is simply made for you.

The smoothly contoured C30 is is designed to grab your attention and keep you riveted - just the right size to easily grip and manipulate. All the sophisticated styling adds to the superior value of this phone, which has the hip looks and lively feel of a fashion accessory.

The C30 built-in radio is another fun stuff to share with your crowd. You can use it as a radio and amazed all with its fabulous dual speaker performance. Furthermore, you can set your pre-recording function to record your favorite FM radio program.

When there’s an interesting scene you want to capture, just press another button to snap a photo with the integrated camera. On the C30, the fun is easy to start and never has to stop.

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BenQ unveiled three new cell phones targeted at the China market. The BenQ E72, T55 and T33 are the three amigos, with the E72 available in a candy-bar form factor. The cameras come with a 2 megapixel camera, and support the Bluetooth Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) for enjoying stereo music wirelessly. They also come with microSD memory card support.

The T51 is available in a flip design and comes in a highly compact form factor that fits in the palm of your hand. The front of the device, when closed, has music control keys for play/pause, next/previous track and volume controls are available on the side. The T33 on the other hand comes in a slider design. The answer/reject (green/red) buttons on the T33 look a bit weird, like the phone’s eyes or something because of their shape. Photos at a max resolution of 1600×1200 can be taken with these camera phones.

No word on the pricing or availability.

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BenQ-Siemens has come out with a strikingly new cell phone design in the form of a concept phone called the SL98 Slider. The main display slides out on the top when needed, otherwise you have just the bottom half of the phone in your hand. Feels a bit weird, don’t you think? It mostly looks like a pocket calculator, with the small external display to show caller information and such.

Once the primary display pops out, you can also use the camera at its back. Otherwise, it is pretty much standard-fare. Will this stay as a concept phone in the BenQ-Siemens labs or hit the market some time in the near future? Hold on to your hats, we’ll get the news as it happens.

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No more damaged hard disks or electronic devices; or thats the plan anyway, as Sony files its patent on liquid airbags for electronics.

The device is to be wrapped in a fluid-filled bag, with liquid acting as a precautionary cushion in case of impact or shock.

It is intended for smaller devices like cell phones, hard drives, and mp3 players; but may make its way to laptops.

Will this also help put out all the recent laptops a-flame?

Via ITWorld