Posted on 2008 under Displays, LCD/TFT, USB Devices, Computers |
25
Mar
If you have used a multi monitor set-up (2 or more monitors attached to your PC) then you will be totally aware of how much more productivity you have. Tasks can be completed far quicker as the extra estate you have allows you to keep more windows open and cut out the problem of minimising and maximising windows. Add a third or even forth can help even more.
LG have now launched a 20.1 inch wide-screen display which connects to your PC via USB. The contrast ratio is 5000:1 and the response time is just 2ms. Unfortunately the USB standard is just compatible with Windows at the moment, Read more… »
Posted on 2008 under Miscellaneous, Computers |
24
Mar
It’s been just a little over a year since we saw Cybernet’s zero footprint, keyboard-only computer — now the company has upped the line with new features (but mistakenly stripped that shiny red paint job). The new systems — which harken back to the glorious days of the TI-99 — now support Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad chips, sport the GMA X3100 graphics chipset, up to 4GB of RAM, a slimline optical drive, and can astonishingly handle expansion via a Mini PCI and PCI-e slot. The all-in-one combos start at $629 and head marginally skyward from there.
Posted on 2008 under Concept, Design, Computers |
20
Mar
The Pix-L UMPC concept from Jean Hong is designed primarily for those who feel compelled to hit the internet first thing in the morning and just before they go to sleep. It even features an alarm clock dock and a design that allows you to flip the device over for easy browsing while lying on your stomach. I don’t know if the execs at Microsoft will be clamoring for this design anytime soon, but the idea of integrating the mobile PC into our Read more… »
Posted on 2008 under Wireless, Computers |
19
Mar
Intel has developed a means of transmitting Wi-Fi over a distance of 60 miles, making it possible to bring the internet to people living in the sticks. The technology, dubbed the “Rural Connectivity Platform” (RCP) consists of a processor, radios, specialized software, and an antenna that can crank out data rates of about 6.5 megabits per second. Even though the Wi-Fi has been tested at 60 miles, it will be necessary to spread out access points every Read more… »
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