There are quite a number of Android based netbooks in the market but if you are tight of budget and still would like to own one yourself, the recently announced entry level machine by Cherrypal, a Hong Kong based company may be one of your great options. Named as Cherrypal Asia, there are available in two different models with one at seven-inch while the other […]
If you wonder how tiny a PowerPC SoC (System on chip) could be, AppliedMicro has recently announced a new Power Architecture based processor that is claimed to be the world’s smallest form factor in the industry. Named as APM801xx, it consists of multiple SKUs clocking from 400MHz, 600MHz and 800MHz suitable for different applications ranging from WiFi access point, residential gateways, NAS (Network attached storage), […]
Apple’s newly released iPad has triggered many new tablet PC designs from other PC makers and among all, Samsung Electronics is one of them that may surprise you. Just recently, the famous Korean maker has announced a next generation targeted mainly for its local market. Named as S-Pad, it will be equipped with AMOLED that offers much saturated color resolution while at the same being […]
Typically Netbook has been perceived as under-powered especially when comes to handle graphics intensive and multimedia applications. If you are waiting for ‘mainstream’ netbook with relatively good hardware specification, here could be a good option that you can consider. Categorized under Asus Eee family, the newly announced 1215N series will be featured with dual-core Atom processor and what makes it more compelling is the Nvidia […]
Good news for those that are located in other geographic areas (other than United States) and would like to get their first hand on Apple’s iPad, the Cupertino based company has announced that the long waiting iPad will be reaching other nine countries on May 28th, making it available for official purchase together with pre-order and initial pricing information.
For those who own or interested to get a laptop power adaptor from Targus, this piece of news could be important for you. Just recently, Comarco Inc, the manufacturer of Targus power adapter in cooperation with US CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) has issued a voluntary recall of its Universal Wall Power Adapters due to burn hazard, which is affecting around 507,000 units in commercial […]
Intel’s Atom processor has gained significant market share especially in both netbook and embedded markets and in order to continue its momentum, the giant chipmaker has recently announced a next generation Moorestown based processor targeted for tablet PC, handheld and even smart phone applications. Named as Z600, it is claimed to be able to handle full HD (High Definition) 1080p media while sustain much lower […]
Tablet PC is getting good traction especially after the official launch of Apple’s iPad with more and more board makers shifting into that direction. If you are hoping to get an Android based tablet PC with a much powerful processor and graphics chipset combination, Aigo has a solution for you. Just recently, an information leak indicated a next generation tablet PC product that being planned […]
LVDS is a common connector standard that being widely deployed in LCD market especially in both embedded and notebook segments. While there seems to be no change in trend with most of the LCD panel makers still stick back with this many pins and complicated connector, Chrontel sees the need to close the gap by announcing a series of new bridge chips, named as CH7508 […]
ARM architecture based processor is monopolizing smartphone market and is on way trying to penetrate into much CPU intensive netbook market. While it may have drawback of Windows Operating System compatibility but with the popularity of Linux flavors Operating Systems such as Android or Moblin, it does have advantages in terms of pricing and thermally efficient performance per watt gain with ability to integrate more […]
Previously we mentioned about Intel second generation Classmate PC being released during last year CES, now the giant chipmaker has refreshed a newer and much powerful version based on its relatively newer Atom N450 processor. Running at 1.66GHz maximum clock speed, the Atom design is paired with NM10 IOH (I/O Hub) as a two-chip solution suitable for smaller form factor and low power requirements, with […]
DPF (Digital Photo Frame) is getting good traction among consumer market with more and more feature sets being integrated into it. You may have heard or seen WiFi connected, VOIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) convergence with media oriented Digital Photo Frame but 3G capable one could be something new and may able to attract certain users especially those that don’t own a home broadband service […]
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