Analyst: Apple grabs top 'PC' spot as HP loses ground
Apple's record-setting holiday take has made life difficult for PC makers. The fact those stellar numbers coincided with a down quarter for the general PC market didn't help. But research firm Canalys believes Lenovo, Acer and the rest can still stage a comeback.- 01 February 12 01:02 by Justin_Massoud E-Readers and Tablets,General computer hardware,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops
Apple to ship mysterious new MacBook in March
Apple is working on more than just the next iPad and iPhone. Sources within the Cupertino company's upstream supply chain told IT news site Digitimes this week that they've begun shipping parts for a mysterious new MacBook.- 15 November 11 18:56 by Justin_Massoud General computer hardware,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops
HDMI support in mobile PCs, notebooks to grow (1)
The adoption and integration of High-Definition Multimedia Interface within consumers electronics has grown in leaps and bounds since its inception in 2003. Tablets, computer monitors and popular video game consoles like the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 all now boast HDMI support. According to research company In-Stat, the popular interface technology is building up to hit a huge milestone soon.- 06 October 11 13:00 by Justin_Massoud General computer hardware,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops
IHS: tablets are still 'luxury items,' notebook market alive and kicking
The mainstream proliferation of cutting-edge media tablets won't hurt the notebook PC industry like it has netbook manufacturers said analysis provider IHS iSuppli. In fact, a projected increase of notebook shipments in the next few years will have PC tablets to thank.- 01 October 11 00:31 by Justin_Massoud E-Readers and Tablets,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops
Windows 8 to offer Live ID syncing
Microsoft confirmed this week that customers with Windows Live ID accounts will be able to sign into a Windows 8-operated PC, tinker with settings and carry them over to additional Windows 8 devices. Other benefits, such as saved sign-in credentials and automatic log-ins, will also be available to users who choose to sync.- 29 September 11 13:00 by Justin_Massoud General computer hardware,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops,Software
Windows 8 to give users the boot -- in a good way (1)
Microsoft is determined to alter the boot experience with Windows 8. This week, the software powerhouse outlined several goals for the evolution attempt - one the company itself believes is long overdue - at the Building Windows 8 blog.- 22 September 11 00:53 by Justin_Massoud General computer hardware,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops,Software
Chinese PC company Lenovo breaks into top 3 manufacturers as overall market grows (2)
The competitive PC original equipment manufacturing (OEM) business saw stalwart Lenovo secure the global third place spot this month. According to IHS iSuppli, the China-based company usurped Acer after the former number three delivered a less-than-stellar second quarter performance. Buoyed by its own strong showing, Lenovo is now nipping at Dell's heels. Hewlett-Packard, however, maintains a considerable lead on both.- 21 September 11 13:00 by Justin_Massoud General computer hardware,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops
People prefer buying consumer electronics in stores, not online (5)
E-commerce has grown in leaps and bounds in the last few years, earning its own unofficial shopping holiday Cyber Monday. However, new research from The NPD Group found that when it comes to consumer electronics people would rather make the drive to a brick-and-mortar store than buy online.
Microsoft talks Metro-style web browsing with IE10 (6)
Following the launch of a developers-only Windows 8 preview on Tuesday, Microsoft delved deeper into the future of its popular web browser. Internet Explorer 10's third platform preview was also included in the aforementioned build, allowing developers more hands-on time with its unique Metro-style layout. The ultimate goal for IE10, said Stephen Sinofsky, Windows Live president, is a "a truly chromeless browsing experience."- 15 September 11 13:00 by Justin_Massoud General computer hardware,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops,Software
Microsoft promises faster boot times with Windows 8 (19)
Not content with simply replicating Windows 7 boot times in its upcoming Windows 8 OS, Microsoft is speeding things up. And for good reason, explained Stephen Sinofsky, Windows Live President. "No feature gets talked about and measured more [than boot time]," wrote Sinofsky at the Building Windows 8 blog. Cutting down on boot-ups and minimizing the amount of reboots following patch downloads are core design tenets for Windows 8, he explained. However, the ultimate goal is faster boot times period. The executive claims it's mission accomplished. "We made a bigger leap in this area with Windows 8 than we have in a long time," said Sinofsky.- 10 September 11 13:00 by Justin_Massoud General computer hardware,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops,Software
Toshiba joins the Ultrabook party with the Portege Z830
Ultrabooks appear to be the new hot thing this year and everyone is joining the party. Toshiba announced the Portege Z830 Ultrabook as their entry into the super thin, super light, mostly cheap class of computers.- 06 September 11 02:21 by etdragon Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops
Microsoft: IE9 usage on Windows 7 hits new highs (4)
Microsoft announced on Thursday that one out of five global Windows 7 users also surf the web with its latest browser, Internet Explorer 9. Highlighting its domestic success, the company boasted a slightly greater number of U.S. residents running both programs: nearly 30 percent. With Google's Chrome and Mozilla's Firefox nipping on its heels (especially outside the U.S.), can the software giant maintain its lead?- 02 September 11 00:25 by Justin_Massoud General computer hardware,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops,Software
Asus getting ready to launch at least 5 Ultrabooks (2)
Intel has been pushing their concept of a Ultrabook for a while now. The vision are ultra thin, ultra light, laptops with a target price of $999 or less. According to the chairman of Asus, Johnny Shih, the company is getting at least 5 ultra book models ready for an October release.- 31 August 11 02:37 by etdragon Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops
'Juice-jacking' - The next big threat to the mobile workforce? (7)
21st century workers are constantly on the move. They shift and set up in myriad new "offices"; coffee shops, restaurants and hotels are now viable options. No longer are they chained to their desks or homes for deadlines and meetings. And with that change comes new security threats. "Juice-jacking" is one of them.- 19 August 11 13:00 by Justin_Massoud E-Readers and Tablets,Industry,Mobile Phones,Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops
Microsoft discusses Windows 8 app store, 'feature teams' & more (1)
Microsoft discussed several facets of its upcoming Windows 8 platform this week. Some of the revelations were surprising, with others decidedly more pedestrian. App store support, while expected, was officially confirmed for the company's next big release.- 19 August 11 03:00 by Justin_Massoud Netbooks,Notebooks/Laptops,Software
