10 Latest laptops you may consider buying

Apple MacBook Pro Summer 2009

I think I I don’t need to explain why this is the best laptop ever. And now, with this latest version, the price is also within your budget.

• 2.26 GHz Core 2 Duo Processor
• 2 GB DDR3 RAM
• 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD SuperDrive
• Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system
• 13.3 inch LED Display, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics

Price

$1159

Dell Studio 15

In our review we found this laptop to be extremely well built with nice design and lots of customizations offered.

• CPU : Intel Core 2 Duo T5750 2.00GHz
• 2GB DDR2 RAM
• 250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
• 8X Slot Load DVD +/- RW w/dbl layer write capability
• Widescreen 15.4 inch LED display (1366 x 768) with TrueLife
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
• Wireless- B/G Card
• Integrated 2.0M Pixel Webcam
• Intel High Definition Audio 2.2
• Microsoft Works, Windows Vista Home Premium
• 6 Cell Primary Battery, 125V Power Cord, 65W AC Adapter

Price

$919

ASUS Eee PC T91

This laptop comes with the Asus Exclusive TouchSuite which is a Finger Friendly and Intuitive Touch User Interface that looks like Windows 7 Multitouch applications.

• Intel Atom Z520 Processor 1.33GHz
• 1GB DDR2 RAM, 1 x SODIMM Slot, 2GB Max.
• 8.9-inch Touch LCD Display
• 16GB Solid State Drive, Plus a Free 16GB SD Card and 20GB Free Eee Storage
• Windows XP Home Operating System
• Free T91 Sleeve Case Included

Price

$499

MSI X340

This is one of the latest laptops from MSI that can provide the performance and also the value for money.

• CPU : Intel Core 2 Solo SU3500 CULV 1.4 GHz Processor, 3 MB L2 Cache, 800 MHz Front Side Bus
• RAM : 2048 MB DDR2 (PC2-6400) RAM Max - 2GB
• 320 GB (5400 RPM) SATA Hard Drive
• 4-Cell Lithium-ion Battery
• 65W (100/240v) AC power adapter
• Software Bundle : Windows Vista Home Premium
• 1-Year Limited Warranty

Price

$779

HP Mini 2140

In our review we found this laptop having sturdy design, full sized keyboard and excellent battery life.

• CPU : Atom N270 / 1.6 GHz
• RAM : 1 GB
• HDD : 160 GB
• Display : 10.1″ Widescreen TFT 1024 x 576
• Graphics : GMA 950 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0
• Gigabit Ethernet
• WLAN
• Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
• 802.11 a/b/g/n (draft)
• Win XP Home
• Camera

Price

$429

Acer Aspire One D250

This is another nice looking budget netbook from Acer.

• CPU : 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor
• RAM : 1024MB DDR2 SDRAM Single Channel Memory
• Display : 10.1″ WSVGA Acer CrystalBrite LED Display
• HDD : 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM)
• OS : Windows XP Home (SP3)
• Over 3 Hours of Battery Life (3-Cell 2200 mAh)
• Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950

Price

$299

Asus Eee PC 1005HA SeaShell

In our review we found this laptop to be extremely battery efficient and a standard port layout for a netbook.

• Intel Atom N270 Processor 1.6GHz
• 1GB DDR2 RAM, 1 x SODIMM Slot, 2GB Max; Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
• 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400 RPM)
• Windows XP Home Operating System, Up to 8.5 Hours of Battery Life
• 10.1-inch WSVGA 1024×600 LCD Display

Price

$332

Dell Inspiron 1525

In our review we found this laptop very well balanced with nice set of features as well as a budget price.

• CPU : Intel Pentium Dual Core T2330 (1.60GHz/533Mhz FSB/1MB cache)
• 2GB DDR2 SDRAM
• 15.4″ Widescreen with Truelife for Extensive application use
• 250GB Serial ATA hard drive for large video files
• Wireless Internet access 802.11b/g (where available)
• 4 USB Ports, 1 VGA Out, 1 HDMI Port, 1 iEEE 1394a FireWire Port, S-Video Out, 8 In 1 Media Card Reader
• 8X DVD +/- RW w/dbl layer write capability for DVD RW For DVD and CD Burning
• Intel Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
• Slim and compact design for business user.
• Integrated 2.0 Mega Pixel Web Camera
• Windows Vista Home Premium

Price

$749

HP ProBook 4510s

This is a standard business notebook with large screen and nice set of performance and also comes at an affordable price. Read our review to know more about this laptop.

• Display : 15.6 inch LED backlit HD anti glare 1366 x 768
• Intel Dual Core Celeron Processor T1700 (1.83 GHz 1 MB L2 cache 667 MHz FSB) Chipset
• Mobile Intel GL40 Express Memory Memory
• 2 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
• Hard drive : 250 GB 5400 rpm SATA II
• Optical Drives : LightScribe DVD+/ RW Super Multi
• Graphics : Mobile Intel 4500MHD
• Integrated camera VGA webcam
• 4 USB 2.0, 1 external VGA monitor, 1 microphone in, 1 headphone/line out, 1 HDMI, 1 RJ 45 Slot, 1 Express Card/34 1 media card reader
• Battery : 6 cell (47 WHr) Lithium Ion Battery

Price
$600

Lenovo IdeaPad S10

This is one of the best netbooks produced by lenovo.

• Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz Processor, 512KB L2 Cache, 533MHz Bus Speed
• 1024 MB DDR2 (PC2-5300) RAM Max - 1GB
• 160 GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive
• Windows XP Home with Service Pack 2, 3-Cell Battery
• 10.2 inch screen

Price

$363

Samsung's Galaxy Tab Runs Froyo, Has Flash and Measures 7 Inches

It was possibly the worst-kept secret in tablet-land (more so than the iPad), but the final specs have now been revealed for the Samsung Galaxy Tab. It'll run Android 2.2 (Froyo) and comes in a 7-inch flavor—for now.
It's one of those moments where the final product actually exceeds expectations based on previous leaks. Sure, a lot of the specs we had heard before, but did you know the Galaxy Tab was going to be the first-ever DivX certified tablet?
We're pretty sure there'll be other tablet sizes coming at a later date from Samsung, but this particular GT-P1000 model has a 7-inch TFT-LCD WSVGA screen (with 1024 x 600 pixels), and is powered by a Cortex A8 1.0GHz processor and a PowerVR SGX540 GPU—the same one used in their Galaxy S phone-and runs with 512MB of RAM.
As expected, the back-facing camera is a 3MP affair with auto-focus and an LED flash, and the forward-facing one (for video conferencing) has a 1.3MP sensor. In some of Samsung's comedy lifestyle photos below, you'll see that back-facing camera being used for the Layar app. I'm not sure it's going to be any more convenient than using your phone, but it's most certainly a welcome addition.
Two storage capacities are on offer, either 16GB or 32GB, with both models allowing for a further 32GB memory expansion via the card slot.
Several connectivity options have been included, such as Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 3.0, and 3G support should a user want to use data with one of the supporting carriers (Vodafone has been signed up from the get-go.)
As we saw in the leaked video last week, there's a 30-pin connector port, similar to what Apple uses for its gadgets.
The one elephant in the room is the fact that Samsung's slicked its TouchWiz UI on over the top of Froyo. I'm not a fan of it on their phones, but will wait until a hands-on session with the tablet before I pass judgment on its usage here.
A Readers Hub, Media Hub, Music Hub and Social Hub act as dedicated areas for particular uses—like fancy folders, if you will. In addition to loading up the Android Market, it also has access to Samsung's Apps market for tablet apps. The Gyroscope, Geo-magnetic sensor, accelerometer, and light sensor could provide for some very interesting apps.
Full details in the press release below, with the Galaxy Tab on sale in Europe mid-September, and the US/other areas of the world later in the year. [via T3]
Update: Head here for our hands-on with the Galaxy Tab.

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Berlin, Germany, September 2nd, 2010 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in mobile technology, today announced the launch of the Samsung GALAXY Tab (Model: GT-P1000). Powered by Android Operating System 2.2, the Samsung GALAXY Tab is the first of the company's tablet devices, representing a new category of mobile products for Samsung.
The Samsung GALAXY Tab brings together all of Samsung's leading innovations to provide users with more capabilities while on the move. Consumers are able to experience PC-like web-browsing and enjoy all forms of multimedia content on the perfectly sized 7-inch display, wherever they go. Moreover, users can continuously communicate via e-mail, voice and video call, SMS/MMS or social network with the optimized user interface.
"Samsung recognizes the tremendous growth potential in this newly created market and we believe that the Samsung GALAXY Tab brings a unique and open proposition to market. There is a new and emerging consumer demand that Samsung can satisfy since mobile is in our DNA. This demand continues to grow and develop as users tap its limitless potential," said JK Shin, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. "The Samsung GALAXY Tab has been designed to enable consumers to maximize their online experience wherever that may be. The Samsung GALAXY Tab is pushing the market in new directions and Samsung believes this is only the beginning of its innovations as pioneers in smart media devices."
A new concept of mobility for media
As a new category of device, the Samsung GALAXY Tab brings a wealth of mobile experiences. Its striking 7" TFT-LCD display delivers exciting mobile experience for watching films, viewing pictures, e-reading or sharing documents. In design, its light (380g) build provides perfect portability, with its svelte dimensions making it easy to grip and use. Supporting the latest Adobe Flash Player 10.1, the Samsung GALAXY Tab fully supports swift, seamless viewing of every single page of the web.
The ‘Readers Hub,' Samsung's unique e-reading application, provides easy access to a vast digital library – from classical literature to the latest bestsellers and reference materials. At the same time, Samsung unveils ‘Media Hub,' a gateway to a world of films and videos, and ‘Music Hub,' an application giving access to a wide range of music tunes.
The Samsung GALAXY Tab has made rich communication truly mobile; it presents a level of converged technology that moves beyond mobile or PC to an entirely new category. Users have new powers to consume, create and communicate from wherever they are.
Powerful, always-on communication
With 3G HSPA connectivity, 802.11n Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth® 3.0, the Samsung GALAXY Tab enhances users' mobile communication on a whole new level. Video conferencing and push email on the large 7-inch display make communication more smooth and efficient. For voice telephony, the Samsung GALAXY Tab turns out to be a perfect speakerphone on the desk, or a mobile phone on the move via Bluetooth® headset.
Powered by a Cortex A8 1.0GHz application processor, the Samsung GALAXY Tab is designed to deliver high performance whenever and wherever you are. At the same time, HD video contents are supported by a wide range of multimedia formats (DivX, XviD, MPEG4, H.263, H.264 and more), which maximizes the joy of entertainment.
While the front-facing camera allows face-to-face video telephony over 3G, the rear-facing camera captures still images and video that you can edit, upload and share, all without any hassle. As online content explodes, the Samsung GALAXY Tab is the best portable solution for every lifestyle that needs a constant connection.
The Samsung GALAXY Tab will be launched in Europe in mid September, and in other markets including Korea, the US and Asia in coming months. .
Applications of the Samsung GALAXY Tab
The Samsung GALAXY Tab is packed with services to complement and enhance your life in different ways. Access to Android Marketplace lets users download apps and personalize their device infinitely. In addition, there are pre-loaded applications uniquely designed and optimized for Samsung smart phones and smart media devices.
Readers Hub – Samsung Readers Hub consolidates e-reading applications such as eBooks, magazines, and newspapers. Users can enjoy ‘reading' with unified and intuitive user experience powered by global eReading service leaders, Kobo, PressDisplay and Zinio. More than 2 million books including today's best sellers, over 2,500 titles of magazines in 20 languages and more than 1,600 newspapers in 47 languages are available at launch and will grow the library gradually.
Google Mobile Services – Services like Google Maps™ Navigation (Beta) and Google Goggles are available on Google's Android platform. With useful location-based services like Google Maps, consumers can search in Standard English instead of entering an exact address. A search-by-voice function is just as intuitive, meaning searches can also be completed easily on the go. Google Goggles is a powerful, visual search tool that uses the Samsung GALAXY Tab's camera to uncover information – an image of a landmark or artwork is automatically used to perform a search, delivering relevant content like a description or history. In addition, with a camera, users can enjoy various augmented reality services which are downloadable in the application market.
More applications will be available from Samsung Apps.
The Samsung GALAXY Tab (GT-P1000) Product Specifications
Network
2.5G (GSM/ GPRS/ EDGE) : 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz
3G (HSUPA 5.76Mbps, HSDPA 7.2Mbps) : 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz
OS
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Display
7.0 inch TFT-LCD, WSVGA (1024 x 600)
Processor
Cortex A8 1.0GHz Application Processor with PowerVR SGX540
Camera
3 MP Camera with Auto-Focus and LED Flash
1.3MP front camera for Video Telephony
Value-added
Features
Android Market™ and Samsung Apps for more applications and contents
Readers Hub, Media Hub* , Music Hub*, Social Hub
*Availability will be decided by market preference.
Adobe Flash 10.1 player support
Full HD video playback, Thinkfree Office, Swype, Hybrid Widget
Connectivity
30 pin connector
WiFi 802.11n / Bluetooth® 3.0
Sensor
Gyroscope sensor, Geo-magnetic sensor, Accelerometer, Light sensor
Memory
16G / 32G internal memory with up to 32G external memory slot
RAM: 512 MB
Size
190.09 x 120.45 x 11.98mm, 380g
Battery
4,000mAh (7 hour movie play)

All the Cool New Stuff From Apple Today

Apple's music event was so full of shiny gadgets and awesome news that your head might still be spinning. In case you struggled to keep up with everything or want a review

It's Time To Make Standardized Ratings For Gadgets

Earlier today, the Environmental Protection Agency and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration showed off stickers that would give car buyers standardized info on a particular model's fuel economy and environmental impact. Gadgets should have standardized ratings, too.
When buying gadgets, comparison is paramount. There are inevitably a hundred TVs that fit the general requirements you've set out, a few dozen Blu-ray players, and a handful of smartphones. In many cases, it ends up being a process of elimination, and standardized gadget ratings would ensure that that process was a fair and informed one.
As our society comes to terms with the direness of our energy situation, and as the idea of "green" transforms from buzzy marketing bullshit to something that our gadgets actually have to be, it will be essential to have real, digestible data on how the electronics we use impact the environment. Some considerations here could include:
• Power consumption: how much gadgets use when they're plugged in and operating; how much they use when they're plugged in and not being used.
• Materials: how environmentally friendly are the materials used in a product.
• Supply chain: under what conditions were the products manufactured, and from what countries did their parts originate.
• Durability: how many use cycles a product can be expected to last for.
• Disposability: how long a product, or its packaging, will take to degrade in various situations.
Some terms and standards for addressing these issues are already floating around. "Vampire draw" is a more colorful way to talk about the power our gadgets quietly suck while they're plugged in but not in use, and since 1992 Energy Star has been giving consumers a vague notion that their products were gobbling up a little less energy than they could be. But if you walked into a Best Buy and asked the people inside—the people buying things and the people selling them—what standards were required of any given product for it to bear the Energy Star sticker, how many of them would have any clue? Not very many, I imagine.

Specs

Green stats are just the start; similar standardized ratings could overhaul the way we evaluate all our devices' specs. Sure, many of the ones you might consider when buying a new gadget are objective: Megapixels. Processor speeds. Screen sizes. But why do we blindly trust the companies that make our gadgets to faithfully report things like battery life? Why do we have to rely on websites to run benchmarks for every new machine that comes out? Here are just a few things that could be tested by a third party:
• Battery life: standardized tests for various usage scenarios. For a music player this could mean playing straight through, on shuffle, or selecting particular songs and scrubbing to a particular moment.
• Benchmarks: tests for CPUs and GPUs.
• Power on and shut down times: tests that would show how long various models take to turn on completely, shut down completely, go into a sleep state, wake up from a sleep state, etc.
• Display: a standardized test for brightness, color reproduction, etc.
• Wireless reception: how strong of a signal devices get with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.
• Noise: how loud larger products like desktops, appliances, etc. are while operating.
Things like stock specs and Energy Star standards are a start, but only that. Establishing standardized tests for aspects of performance and power consumption—and, perhaps, as the EPA has suggested for the auto industry, assigning a letter grade based on those numbers—would help keep consumers informed and companies honest.