Axiotron together with its exclusive US Distributor Other World Computing (OWC) unveiled the ModBook, the first ever Mac OS X tablet computer solution at the Macworld Conference & Expo in San Francisco this week.
The slate-style Axiotron ModBook incorporates Wacom Penabled hardware, the pen input technology, while the Mac OS X and provides build-in Inkwell handwriting recognition.
“The Axiotron ModBook is an after-market hardware modification kit for Apple MacBook laptop, adding true pen input, a new 13.3″ wide screen LCD and an optional Global Positioning System in a tough, satin chrome plated magnesium top shell, while keeping all the powerful features of the MacBook base system,” the Axiotron’s press release says.
As same as MacBooks, it comes with up to 2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processors, the integrated iSight camera and the CD/DVD combo drive.
The Axiotron ModBook is immediately available for pre-orders in the US and Canada through an arrangement between Axiotron and Other World Computing. The ModBook will be available in Europe in the second half of 2007.
Initial suggested retail prices begin at $2,279. During Macworld and until January 31st, Other World Computing is offering the complete ModBook base configuration plus the built-in Axiotron GPS Module at a Special Introductory Price of $2,199.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
MacBooks 15.4-Inch Coming in Q2 2007
Apple is planning to introduce 15.4-inch MacBook laptop in the second quarter of 2007. The new model will fill the gap between the current Apple’s 13.3-inch MacBooks and the 15.4- and 17-inch MacBook Pros, DigiTimes reports according to industry sources in Taiwan.
It is expected that the prices for the 15.4-inch widescreen MacBooks are likely to be more competitive than their 13.3-inch counterparts, due largely to the relatively lower cost of 15.4-inch LCD panels, and will therefore help push further sales of MacBooks.
It is expected that the prices for the 15.4-inch widescreen MacBooks are likely to be more competitive than their 13.3-inch counterparts, due largely to the relatively lower cost of 15.4-inch LCD panels, and will therefore help push further sales of MacBooks.
iSkin Announced SOHO Protective Sleeves for MacBooks
iSkin today announced SOHO, its new line of notebook protective sleeves for MacBook, MacBook Pro and similarly sized laptops. The SOHO sleeves are made from premium synthetic leather and dyed using only environmentally safe inks, according to manufacturer.
The SOHO is offered in a variety of flavors and is available in two separate sizes for the 13″ MacBook, 15″ MacBook Pro and also accommodates older PowerBooks, iBooks and similarly sized PCs.
The SOHO is offered in a variety of flavors and is available in two separate sizes for the 13″ MacBook, 15″ MacBook Pro and also accommodates older PowerBooks, iBooks and similarly sized PCs.
Battery Update 1.2 for MacBook and MacBook Pro Released
Apple has released Battery Update 1.2 for MacBook and MacBook Pro laptops. The patch “updates battery firmware and improves battery functionality” and is released after the company discovered that some batteries used in its notebooks may have battery performance issues. However, if the affected batteries do not work properly after the installed Update, Apple will replace these batteries free of charge.
The factors causing the performance issues do not present a safety risk, so users may continue to use current batteries, according to Apple.
The factors causing the performance issues do not present a safety risk, so users may continue to use current batteries, according to Apple.
Toshiba’s AMD-Powered Notebooks Coming This Summer
Toshiba Corporation announced today it will put AMD processors in about 20 percent of the notebooks it sells in the United States and Europe. The laptop PC maker plans to use AMD chips in moderate-priced standard models for individual and corporate clients, Reuters reports.
The first AMD-powered notebooks from Toshiba will be released this summer reportedly.
The Nikkei business daily reported earlier that prices of AMD-equipped PCs are expected to sell for up to $82 less than comparable models.
Currently, all of the Company’s notebooks available in the market are based on Intel’s processors.
The first AMD-powered notebooks from Toshiba will be released this summer reportedly.
The Nikkei business daily reported earlier that prices of AMD-equipped PCs are expected to sell for up to $82 less than comparable models.
Currently, all of the Company’s notebooks available in the market are based on Intel’s processors.
Dell Brings Back Windows XP on Laptops, Desktops
Dell has brought back Microsoft’s Windows XP operating system option to its Inspiron laptops, as well as to select Dimension desktop PCs, after the visitors of Dell IdeaStorm Blog voted for that idea.
“We heard you loud and clear on bringing the Windows XP option back to our Dell consumer PC offerings. Based on your feedback, the following Dell consumer systems with Windows XP are now immediately available on Dell.com: Inspiron: 1405, 1705, 1505, 1501 and Dell Dimension: E520, E521,” Company announced.
These notebooks and desktops are offered with Windows XP Home and Professional editions, along with Windows Vista OS.
Microsoft has confirmed last week that starting from January 31 2008 Windows XP will no longer be available on new PCs.
“We heard you loud and clear on bringing the Windows XP option back to our Dell consumer PC offerings. Based on your feedback, the following Dell consumer systems with Windows XP are now immediately available on Dell.com: Inspiron: 1405, 1705, 1505, 1501 and Dell Dimension: E520, E521,” Company announced.
These notebooks and desktops are offered with Windows XP Home and Professional editions, along with Windows Vista OS.
Microsoft has confirmed last week that starting from January 31 2008 Windows XP will no longer be available on new PCs.
Lenovo ThinkPad X61s Unveiled
Lenovo has unveiled the details of its thin and light ultra-portable ThinkPad X61s notebook, based on Intel “Santa Rosa” mobile platform and Intel’s low-voltage Core 2 Duo processor.
Lenovo ThinkPad X61s (slim), which comes with Core 2 Duo L7300 or L7500, is thinner and lighter version of the ThinkPad X61, powered by “full-voltage” T7100, T7300, and T7500. Both notebooks are built upon “Santa Rosa’s” Mobile Intel GM965 Express chipset. The integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 manages notebook’s 12-inch XGA (non-widescreen) display with 1024-by-768 resolution. The X61s supports up to 4GB of DDR2 main memory and comes with up to 160GB SATA hard drive, while for enhanced hard drive performance, the X61s incorporates Intel Turbo memory 1 GB card. This ultra-portable system has a built in optical drive.
Lenovo ThinkPad X61s (slim), which comes with Core 2 Duo L7300 or L7500, is thinner and lighter version of the ThinkPad X61, powered by “full-voltage” T7100, T7300, and T7500. Both notebooks are built upon “Santa Rosa’s” Mobile Intel GM965 Express chipset. The integrated Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 manages notebook’s 12-inch XGA (non-widescreen) display with 1024-by-768 resolution. The X61s supports up to 4GB of DDR2 main memory and comes with up to 160GB SATA hard drive, while for enhanced hard drive performance, the X61s incorporates Intel Turbo memory 1 GB card. This ultra-portable system has a built in optical drive.
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