Google unveils Chrome OS Nov 20, 2009
It's already talking with major hardware manufacturers to bring netbooks - light, small and inexpensive laptops - running on the system to market in time for the holiday season of 2010. Simple as TV. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Wi-Fi Breaches Found in iPhone, Android Devices Nov 20, 2009
The takeaway from the exploit: enterprises need to protect Wi-Fi-enabled smartphones the same way they do corporate laptops, by using client security software such as firewall and antivirus programs. "It underscores the fact that the use of public Wi-Fi hotspots should be approached with caution and care should be taken that confidential or private data is adequately encrypted, when it becomes necessary to access such data," the researchers concluded. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Does a work-from-home system contribute ot increased employee productivity? Nov 20, 2009
Employees working from home are given web cameras, WebEx (or any other collaborative communication tool to set up meetings), laptops and VPN access or tunneling software to log into office, internet connection and datacards. They are also empowered with an internet protocol-based communicator, which will rest as a deskphone icon on the employees laptop screen. (India Times)
Hot Sellers in Short Supply This Holiday? Nov 20, 2009
And this week, Amazon announced Kindle for personal computers, which allows users to read the 360,000 Kindle books on their laptops or PCs. Like the Kindle, the iPod Touch is expected to do well this season. (ABC News -- Business)
Dell profit sinks 54% in quarter Nov 20, 2009
That has been a big weapon because consumer interest in little laptops called netbooks has helped the PC industry start to pull out of its worst slump in years. Instead, Dell gets 80 percent of its business from corporations, government agencies, and other large institutions, which have remained hesitant to spend money on new technology. (Boston Globe)
Dell profit slumps as PC sales stumble Nov 20, 2009
Acer and HP have also been waging a price war, analysts say, particularly in consumer laptops. Sales in Dell's large enterprise business fell 23 per cent in the quarter, the most of any unit. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
A work ethic learned in the fields pays off Nov 20, 2009
It offers a broad portfolio of products, including desktops, laptops, servers and fully rugged field PCs ... The costs of the computers range from $298 to $478 for desktop models and $398 to $628 for laptops ... All laptops feature built-in webcam, microphone and Wi-Fi, and the upper-end laptops include Bluetooth. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Skip the Black Friday lines; go online Nov 20, 2009
For laptops, a warranty can be up to a third of the sale price. Yet there is a free way to extend a manufacturer's warranty. (CNN)
Purring pussycat Nov 20, 2009
Its roar might be missed by an older, more nostalgic generation, but sentiment alone is not enough to keep a studio afloat in an age when people are increasingly turning to their laptops to watch films. That is probably what prompted YouTube, the largest video-sharing website, to show full-length films from MGM's archives. (BBC News -- Business)
Dell profit falls 54 percent amid PC slump Nov 20, 2009
That has been a big weapon because consumer interest in little laptops called "netbooks" has helped the PC industry start to pull out of its worst slump in years. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Business)
The scary waste of 'vampire power' Nov 19, 2009
Items ranging from dishwashers to laptops carry the rating. Log on to www. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Black Market Gear Nov 19, 2009
Mega TVs, laptops, night vision and more ... From TVs to digital dishwashers, bargain hunters are getting their pick of the best gear at the prices, and laptops are no exception. (IGN Gear)
Shovio Releases Live Interactive Broadcasting - Putting an End to Skype Prearranged and Prerecorded Video Calls Nov 19, 2009
With the new Shovio technology, the hosts can be anywhere there is an internet connection to broadcast their show, while millions of users watch on their laptops and mobile devices all around the world, says founder Leslie Gold. And the viewers can text and video call into the show for live interaction. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Upscale McDonald's imports European style Nov 19, 2009
The eatery is outfitted with outlets for plugging in laptops, upholstered vinyl chairs instead of Fiberglas seats bolted to the floor, subdued lighting and employees whose all-black uniforms suggest a hip boutique. Crains Briefing. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Entrepreneurs go to boot camp Nov 19, 2009
Kumagai walked away with the idea of giving postcards to local hotels so they can give them to clients with laptops. Targeting top consumers is a key way for small businesses to do better in a bad economy, according to Schallert. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Daedelus: Futuristic monome with flair Nov 19, 2009
While some producers hunker behind their laptops and ignore live instrumentation when performing, Daedelus, a.k.a. Alfred Darlington, fully immerses himself in live composition with the aid of a futuristic instrument called a monome. A board filled with several translucent silicone buttons backlit by LEDs, the monome connects to a computer and makes it possible to loop sounds and improvise samples. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Bills seek ban of pilots' use of electronic devices in cockpit Nov 19, 2009
By Alan Levin, USA TODAY When two airline pilots flew past their destination last month because they were intently focused on their laptops, several lawmakers likened it to drivers trying to text behind the wheel, and they introduced bills to ban personal electronic devices from the cockpit ... for example, issues its pilots laptops, which perform landing and takeoff calculations and hold electronic copies of its extensive flight manuals ... The airline prohibits personal use of the laptops and... (USA Today -- Tech)
Opinion: The Negative Effects of Foreign Aid Nov 19, 2009
The United States of America, Europe and China produce millions of cell phones and laptops by sourcing minerals such as Coltan from the so-called poor continent. There is no free lunch for Africa. (allAfrica.com)
Toshiba MK Series HDD Storage Device Nov 18, 2009
Built for use in compact electronics such as and ultra-compact laptops, these new HDD storage devices should greatly improve interactions with the technology we've come to depend on by increasing battery life and overall responsiveness. Despite the fact that compared to other gadgets we normally cover, few may ever purchase these drives directly; their quick adoption in size-conscious devices inevitably means most new small electronics buyers will benefit from their advances whether they're... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
EMC, HP Back Up and Dedupe PCs Nov 18, 2009
EMC has extended its Avamar enterprise data backup and software to cover laptops and desktops, while HP is rolling out a new offering aimed at protecting data on users' personal computers. The new lightweight clients for Windows and Mac are just some of the new features in the latest release. (EnterpriseStorageForum)
The Future of Linux is Google Nov 18, 2009
Microsoft's main attraction--on netbooks, laptops, or desktops--is its familiarity. Both as a name and as an interface, Windows is a comfortable standard for users. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Azteks abysmal failure bodes well for GM Nov 18, 2009
Obviously, laptops and notebooks would eventually become huge part of Apples business, and while Palm came to dominate the PDA market, Apples experience with Newton set the stage for its move into smaller personal devices, such as the iPod and iPhone. GM could banish all recollection of the Aztek, but the vehicles controversial design could be just the ticket as GM seeks to define how hybrid gas-electric-crossover technology derived from the Chevy Volt will appear. (MSNBC -- Business)
Study: 21 percent of Lenovo laptops malfunctioned within 3 years Nov 18, 2009
Hewlett-Packard came in at the bottom, with more than one in four of its laptops having a hardware failure in the first three years ... 8 percent) than traditional entry level laptops (4 ... 7 percent) and premium laptops (4. (Triangle Business Journal)
McCarthy Burglars Caught Nov 18, 2009
Two friends had laptops stolen then, and they want their stuff pack. When you look at how both robberies were conducted, and the suspect descriptions, it is CLEAR this is the same group of kids. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
Smartphones on Wi-Fi vulnerable to security attack Nov 18, 2009
For enterprises, the key issue is to treat smartphones with Wi-Fi as if they were corporate laptops with Wi-Fi. That means client security software, for firewall and antivirus. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Happiness is a cool computer Nov 18, 2009
Laptops are different, often compromising cooling with weight, battery life, fan size, small air channels and heat sinking ... Do not use laptops on uneven surfaces (like beds); air intakes and outlets are often located on the bottom and these are easily blocked. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Falcons' video crew sees all Nov 18, 2009
But now that everything has become digital, we travel with five projectors, five laptops and three cameras ... " An original intent of Paul Brown's, when the Hall of Fame coach pioneered film use in football in the 1950s, was to identify opponents' tendencies, statistical data for how many times a team blitzes or what coverages an opponent likes to play in different down-and-distance situations. That remains a huge segment of Crews' responsibility. "The following week, as soon as our game is... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Corey Jacobson: Banning laptops does not ban boredom Nov 17, 2009
Professors should focus on educating before restricting laptops ... That is why I was so troubled by that discussed a trend of professors who ban laptops from their classrooms ... While it is certainly disheartening for anyone in public speaking to see the audience's attention focused elsewhere, the demonization of laptops in the classroom by some educators is as misinformed as it is misapplied. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Voters' details on stolen laptop Nov 17, 2009
The laptops were taken from council offices in St Albans ... " The council is working with the police and Northgate Information Solutions, which manages its IT services, to investigate the incident. There is no sensitive material on the other three laptops that have gone missing. Daniel Goodwin, the council's chief executive, said: "I would like to apologise to residents and reassure them the council takes its responsibility to look after their personal data very seriously. (BBC News -- UK)
Blueprint: How you can help Nov 17, 2009
Laptops for outreach efforts (2). Copy paper. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Cheaper fares, Web access draw many to bus travel Nov 17, 2009
On average, about 35 percent of travelers used cellphones, iPods, or laptops on the bus, said researcher Susan Urbanczyk. Bus companies were the first national mode of transportation to offer unlimited free WiFi, Schwieterman said. (Boston Globe)
Thousands Of Dollars Worth Of Laptops Taken From Central Texas School Nov 17, 2009
FROM THE DOPPLER 10 FORECAST CENTER: A FREEZE WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9AM TUESDAY FOR MILLS COUNTY AND FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM TUESDAY FOR SAN SABA COUNTY. Reporter: By Megan Fleetwood Email Address. (KWTX.com, TX)
Portable solar gadgets Nov 16, 2009
Some bags are suitable for carrying laptops, but not necessarily efficient enough for powering them in a practical timeframe. claims its $499 Generator case can do the job. (CNN -- International)
Videoconferencing: Cisco, Logitech Target the Mainstream Nov 16, 2009
Scores of consumers and businesspeople have sampled low-end options such as those offered by Internet-calling provider , and millions of people now carry powerful laptops and smartphones with the processing power needed to join conferences from anywhere. Cisco has helped increase visibility for videoconferencing by heavily promoting its TelePresence technology, recently in a self-mocking product placement on NBC's. (BusinessWeek)
'Tweeters' to report on space shuttle launch Nov 16, 2009
- Fingers will be flying when Space Shuttle Atlantis blasts off today: About 100 of NASA's geekiest fans will be on hand, pecking away at iPhones, BlackBerrys, laptops and other Twittering gadgets ... - Fingers will be flying when Space Shuttle Atlantis blasts off today: About 100 of NASA's geekiest fans will be on hand, pecking away at iPhones, BlackBerrys, laptops and other Twittering gadgets. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Best LED TVs: Guy Gear Nov 15, 2009
Sony has one, an 11 screen -- that s smaller than most laptops -- retailing for a seizure-inducing $2,499. 99. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The Cornwell factor Nov 15, 2009
The latest plot also reflects Cornwell's own questions about the rapid nature of change in the modern world, a place where we are constantly connected, on laptops at home, via BlackBerry in the street, the supermarket and even on holidays. One of the biggest crises for Scarpetta comes when she fails to set a password on her BlackBerry because she cannot be bothered to go through the security rigmarole every time she uses the phone. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Network Security: 15 Tips to Protect Your Network Nov 14, 2009
Secure Configurations For Hardware and Software on Laptops, Workstations and Servers. Quick win: Remove games, hyperterminals and "crapware" that comes bundled with many end user machines, and unnecessary software on servers. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Top 7 reasons to consider a netbook this holiday season Nov 14, 2009
CNET recently called netbooks "smaller, cheaper notebooks." Even "Wired Magazine" says netbooks are evolving into "super-portable laptops for professionals." ... Netbooks are smaller and lighter than traditional laptops, making them ultra-portable without feeling like you are getting a workout. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Small satellites present big opportunities for small business Nov 14, 2009
Now, the technology is everywhere via PCs and laptops. It s a good analogy to what is happening in the world of satellites, said Col. Bradley Smith, commander of the and director of the s Space Vehicles Directorate at in Albuquerque. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
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For Better hits the bull s-eye about how to connect in a virtual world of TiVos, PalmPilots and laptops, and their impact on human connectedness. Everyone is wired to everyone else through the technological gadgetry that controls frenetic lives, but face-to-face contact remains elusive. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Wandering jet: FAA 'could have done better' Nov 14, 2009
The two pilots told the that they were working on laptops and did not hear a command from a controller in the FAA's Denver Center to change to a new radio frequency ... Delta, which owns Northwest and is merging the two carriers, bans laptops in the cockpit. (USA Today -- News)
Frugal shoppers may want to sign up for holiday tweets Nov 14, 2009
Office supplies chain Staples Inc. this week used social media to advertise price cuts of nearly 50 percent for Nov. 27 on certain laptops, GPS devices and computer monitors, and still other merchants are expected to follow suit ... Staples Inc. this week advertised the deals it plans to offer Nov. 27 on certain laptops, GPS devices and computer monitors, and other merchants are expected to follow suit. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Holiday Shopping Notebook: Holiday Tweets Nov 13, 2009
Office supplies chain Staples Inc. this week used social media to advertise price cuts of nearly 50 percent for Nov. 27 on certain laptops, GPS devices and computer monitors, and still other merchants are expected to follow suit. Dan de Grandpre, editor-in-chief of , said retailers are smart to use social networking sites because shoppers probably will stick around as followers of the company even after the sale. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
MORE JOBS FROM CAREERBUILDER.COM Nov 13, 2009
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NZXT Gamma Midtower Nov 13, 2009
If you prefer gaming laptops, check out the or the. Rated similarly. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Under The Microscope Rod Mar/SI :: AP :: Cliff Welch/Icon SMIPatrick Peterson, SEC officials and Brandon Spikes have been involved in some of 2009's most controversial plays.Forget about status updates. As Stewart Mandel explains, Twitter, YouTube and other social media outlets are empowering fans like never before, and the on-field impact is real. Nov 13, 2009
Several million watchdogs are using their laptops and iPhones to expose player misconduct, officiating gaffes and controversial comments that may in the past have gone unreported by traditional media. "Fans always believed they were part of the process, but now with new media they are part of the process," said David Carter, executive director of the USC Sports Business Institute. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Palins coin conspiracy Nov 13, 2009
Sarah Palin at her speech Friday at a Wisconsin Right to Life fundraising banquet, and attendees were barred from bringing cell phones, cameras, laptops, or recording devices of any kind ... Sarah Palin didn't allow press at her speech Friday at a Wisconsin Right to Life fundraising banquet, and attendees were barred from bringing cell phones, cameras, laptops, or recording devices of any ... Sarah Palin didn't allow press at her speech Friday at a Wisconsin Right to Life fundraising banquet,... (Harper's Magazine)
Professors call laptops a class distraction Nov 13, 2009
Media Credit: jordan emont, hatchet photographerStudents use laptops in a School of Media and Public Affairs classroom ... Several professors agree more students are using laptops in class and more are twiddling on their smart phones like iPhones and BlackBerrys ... To combat eyes and minds wandering to news feeds and Twitter lists, instead of English readings or economics lessons, a growing number of faculty members have decided to ban laptops in an effort to win back students' attention and... (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
New invention prevents lithium battery fires Nov 13, 2009
A new technology to prevent lithium-ion batteries from catching fire or exploding in laptops and mobile phones may be on the market as soon as the first quarter of 2010, its inventor said on Wednesday. The invention, called Stoba, was developed at the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), Taiwan's national research organisation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Fixing up your home office Nov 13, 2009
Check out the new Magic Mouse for your MacBook - multitouch gestures on the surface of the mouse - this plus a nice external monitor and USB or wireless keyboard and you avoid all the pitfalls of using laptops for an extended period on your desk. Posted by: Mark (not verified) on November 13, 2009 3:35 PM.. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
HP Takes "SUMMIT ON THE SUMMIT: Kilimanjaro" to New Heights as Official Technology Outfitter Nov 13, 2009
The Intel CORE processors used in the laptops the climbers will be carrying were designed and manufactured with the environment in mind, providing energy efficiency and extended battery life, while maintaining high computing performance. . (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Computer upgrade in Wapello passes - barely Nov 13, 2009
n 65 new MacBook laptops. n 115 additional laptop and desktop computers. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
T-Mobile adds a free 3G stick, cuts prices Nov 12, 2009
(11-11) 11:54 PST -- doubled down on 3G (third-generation) data Wednesday, introducing a second USB dongle for laptops and lowering prices for the end-of-year holiday season. More IDG Headlines. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Why Apple Leaves Low-End Computers to the Competition Nov 12, 2009
9% of all laptops and desktops sold in U.S. retail outlets ... While competitors such as Hewlett-Packard (), Acer, and Dell () sell vast volumes of $500 laptops that yield razor-thin profit margins, Apple whose cheapest MacBook sells for $999 is raking in the lion's share of the industry's profits ... Apple offers just five laptops, and the options for configuring them are limited to disk size, amount of memory, and sometimes processor speed. (BusinessWeek)
Futuristic monome with flair Nov 12, 2009
While some producers hunker behind their laptops and ignore live instrumentation when performing, Daedelus, a.k.a. Alfred Darlington, fully immerses himself in live composition with the aid of a futuristic instrument called a monome. A board filled with several translucent silicone buttons backlit by LEDs, the monome connects to a computer and makes it possible to loop sounds and improvise samples. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
D.A. wants special prosecutor Nov 12, 2009
One of those laptops -- it's unclear which one -- went to Doss' former law clerk to use in her private law practice. Hendricks wrote that Doss claimed he was allowed to use the laptops for "non-judicial" purposes to compensate him for "the hours of of work done by my spouse and her staff and the use of my spouse's professional equipment for the benefit of the Appalachian Judicial Circuit.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Grants launch algebra by iPod Nov 12, 2009
The system, which won $193,740, will hand out iPods and netbooks (mini laptops) to about 300 students at three high schools; Cross Keys, Stone Mountain and MLK Jr., next semester. The DeKalb students are enrolled in Advanced Placement biology or chemistry classes, where rote textbook lessons and experiments can be expanded and enlivened. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Holiday Gifts for Home Based Worker... Nov 12, 2009
Not all laptops are actually made to go on the lap, and sometimes even wireless home-based workers find themselves trapped behind a desk in spite of self employment. Buy home-based professionals a laptop table so they can truly be mobile and moveable. (Suite101.com)
Man killed by Biden's Secret Service vehicles... Nov 12, 2009
the SS guys were too busy checking out their new scheduling software on their laptops to notice a pedestrian. SafTman. (The Drudge Report)
TOUCHING: Three multitouch models get a look Nov 12, 2009
I've been trying out "multitouch" on three new Windows 7 models: the third generation of 's TouchSmart 600t all-in-one PC as well as two touch-based laptops, 's Studio 17 and the ThinkPad T400s. On balance, I liked all three, and I liked having the option to touch the screen directly even if old habits are hard to break. (USA Today -- Money)
Will Hannity cop to video deception? Nov 12, 2009
I m buying my Mom one of those tiny little laptops. They cost $250 and they work really well. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
LETTER: Obama aggressive in dealing with dissenters Nov 12, 2009
Last Friday, while speaking at a Wisconsin Right to Life fundraising banquet -- attendees were barred from bringing cell phones, cameras, laptops -- Palin rolled out the latest: an anti-Christian conspiracy in the redesign of U.S. coins. Palin waded into the subject by remarking that there had been a lot of "change" of late -- for example, the redesign of U.S. currency which moved the once-centered text "In God We Trust" to the edge of coins. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
How to Share Your Wi-Fi Connection Nov 11, 2009
Would it have been possible to share my laptop's Internet access so that both laptops did not have to register separately. Michael. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Costs Of Plug-in Cars Key To Broad Consumer Acceptance Nov 11, 2009
10, 2009) A University of Michigan survey released today shows widespread consumer interest in buying plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). But the cost of the cars is much more influential than environmental and other non-economic factors as a predictor of purchase probabilities. (Science Daily)
