2006 Review: Acer Ferrari F5000

Acer has partnered with Ferrari to bring you the sleek F5000 notebook. It offers an AMD Turion X2 TL-60 (2.0-GHz) CPU, 2GB of DDR2-667 RAM, a 160GB SATA hard drive, ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics, slot-loading DVD Super-Multi drive, HDMI port, and a 15.4-inch 1680 x 1050 display. Here’s the verdict:

"The Acer Ferrari F5000 is an impressive machine, but there’s that little matter of cost."

2008 Aspire 8930G 7665 - Acers New Gemstone Blue Notebook

Aspire 8930G-7665 is the new Acer Gemstone Blue notebook continuing the award-winning computer design line. It is powered by the high-performance Intel Core 2 Quad Q9000 processing unit for high-definition imaging and support for latest video games.
Created especially for gaming and multimedia applications, the new model with full-sized keyboard and an unusually large 18.4-inch display, features 2.53 GHz processing speeds, as well as the Acer CrystalBrite TFT LCD screen with HD CineCrystal technology at 1920 x 1080 pixels.



It comes equipped with Blu-ray Disc, NVIDIA GeForce 9700M GT graphics featuring 512MB dedicated memory, Dolby audio, 4GB DDR3 dual channel system memory, 500GB 7200RPM SATA storage capacity, a 6-in-1 media card reader, Wireless N support, a built-in Acer Crystal Eye web camera, Dolby Home Theater and runs on the Microsoft Windows Vista Premium 64-bit operating system.
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“By incorporating the latest capabilities of Intel’s Core 2 Quad mobile processors into the Aspire 8930G-7665, Acer is delivering a perfect combination of mobility, innovation and extreme gaming capabilities,” declared Sumit Agnihotry, vice president of product marketing for Acer America. “Gamers and enthusiasts who enjoy HD multimedia entertainment will find the performance benefits of quad core mobile performance in the Aspire 8930G unrivalled to other multimedia notebooks on the market.”



The new Acer Gemstone Blue notebook has a starting price of $1799.99.

2008 New Dell Studio RED Laptop Computers

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The visions of artists interested in fighting AIDS’ spreading in Africa who support The Global Fund, have created three exclusive designs available in Dell Studio RED laptop computers collection.
If you purchase one of the three unique laptops Dell will contribute $20 to the Global Fund, helping this way in saving lives affected by AIDS in Africa region.
The RED laptop computers’ prices start at around $700 and the designers are Joseph Amedokpo, Siobhan Gunning and Bruce Mau.

If you need a 17-inch Dell Studio 17 laptop computer you have the possibility to spend $874 for a configuration that includes an Intel Core 2 Duo T5800 processor of 2.20GHz, Windows Vista Home Premium operating system with Service Pack 1, Microsoft Works software, a glossy widescreen display, 3GB dual-channel memory, 250GB hard drive, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD shared graphics, DVD burner, wireless N support, a built-in 2MP web camera, and High Definition audio.



For a 15-inch Dell Studio 15 computer model you will need to spend about $983 if your choose the recommended system featuring an Intel Core 2 Duo T5800 processor, Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1, Microsoft Works, a 15-inch glossy widescreen display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, 250GB hard drive, 3GB system memory, DVD burner, wireless N standard support, the 2MP web camera an High Definition audio.



“Red is my favorite color,” says Joseph Amedokpo, artist. “From red I can make so many other colors. It is very important in our traditions, too. Red is the color of blood, which is life, and our soil, which feeds us. And red is one of the main colors of many of our gods, like Mamiwata, who can heal the sick.”

2009 Acer Aspire One Mini Notebook Computer Available for Rent

I don’t know if I will ever need to rent a mini notebook computer but who knows, maybe you will at some point for an emergency. Let’s say you have to leave town and your personal laptop is at the service for repairing. In such cases you would probably be happy that you can rent a low cost computer for basic tasks from Event Radio Rentals, a New York-based company specialized in customer electronics rentals.



The mini notebook computer I was talking about is an Acer Aspire One, which is a small yet powerful system with an 8.9-inch CrystalBrite LED backlit LCD display, equipped with standard laptop components such as 1024 x 600 resolution screen, a built-in CrystalEye web camera, an Intel Atom processor, Wi-Fi, WiMAX, 3G, Ethernet connectivity, stereo speakers, VGA out, 3 USB ports, a 5-in-1 card reader, and a battery providing around 4 hours of continuous operation. It weighs only 1Kg and is available in stores at around $400.
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Unfortunately we can’t tell you how much it costs to rent a mini notebook computer because one needs to fill an online form and wait for up to 24 hours to receive the price information. It depends on the number of days you plan to rent the netbook plus additional services you need to get.

2008 Dell Vostro A860 Pretty Cheap Powerful Laptop Computers

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Dell wanted to offer its customers a new affordable solution for mobile computing needs via its Vostro A860, a 15.6-inch laptop featuring anti-glare widescreen display with High Definition support.
Even if it’s promoted as a value system, the model allows for a large number of intensive applications to be performed including office-related operations, entertainment media playing and wireless Internet transfers.



In addition to a dust and spill-resistant keyboard and scratch-resistant external coating, Dell Vostro A860 is powered by either an Intel Pentium Dual Core T2390 processor clocked at 1.86GHz, or a 2.13GHz Intel Celeron 560 model, while running on Windows Vista Home Basic or Windows Vista Business. Other components include dual channel DDR2 memory, up to 160GB hard drive, DVD burner, the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 chipset with shared graphics memory, Ethernet connectivity interface, Wireless G support, Kensington cable lock slot, a built-in speaker, a 3-in-1 memory card reader, and a 4-cell battery.
You can add a Bluetooth module for short-range wireless transfers with other compatible devices, and replace the 4-cell battery choise with the 6-cell solution for longer operating time.



The system measures 1.2 x 14.8 x 10 inches at 5.4lbs including the 4-cell battery, and the basic configuration recommended by Dell starts at a very low price of just $379. This includes the 2.13GHz processor speed, Windows Vista Home Basic with Service Pack 1, a CD/DVD combo drive, 1GB DDR2 memory, 120GB hard drive space, wireless card, and the 4-cell battery.

2009 10″ Acer Aspire One Notebook

While the 8.9-inch Acer Aspire One notebook has become popular and even available for rent at Event Radio Rentals, Acer released a bigger version of the mini notebook computer, equipped with a 10-inch LED backlit screen of 1024 x 600 pixels this time.

It runs with the Windows XP operating system and brings the built-in Acer Crystal Eye web camera, Wi-Fi B/G module, WiMAX, 3G support, and up to 7 hours of battery life.

You can get one in White, Blue, Red or Black for about $425 according to engadget.
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“Despite the recent problems of the financial markets and general economic uncertainty, the netbook and notebook markets will continue to grow in 2009” said Gianfranco Lanci, President & CEO, Acer. “With companies focused on containing the crisis, consumers and products designed for them become more important as users simply cannot do without their personal communication instruments.”

2008 Dell Offers Lots of Colored Laptop Computers

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If you live in the United States and are in searching for cool looking colored laptop computers, check Dell’s new offers and tell us what you think! From what we read in the company’s press release, you can choose from 100 different personalization options included in the Design Studio section and you may add a cool design on which to print favorite images with you or with your friends and family, all from FaceBook, MySpace, StumbleuUpon, Twitter and Digg.

If you don’t have enough inspiration and are in a hurry, you can browse through 100 original artworks in the online colored laptop computers gallery.
All the designs are printed directly on the computer’s lid.

Currently, the offer is available for Dell Studio 15 and Dell Studio 17 laptop models at a price of $75.



“We live in an interesting time when we have the choice to ‘design’ our life and express our creativity in ways unprecedented in history. To me, ‘Life is a sketchbook’; and computers are tools that help me everyday communicate and express myself.” Artist Guillaume Wolf, Life is a Sketchbook.

“Building on the Inspiron platform of mainstream solutions, Inspiron 15 expands laptop personalization through attractive design, an array of optional features and an affordable price. “By listening to customers we’ve created an ideal multi-purpose system with a range of choices that help them create a custom match for their specific needs and deeds.”



This is the declaration of Glen Robson, general manager of consumer notebooks at Dell, before the Customer Electronics Show 2009, where the company will introduce its new Inspiron 15 laptop computer destined to fashionable people who need an affordable mobile computing solution.
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Dell Inspiron 15 has a starting price of only $600 and is available for purchase at Best Buy in the United States, PC World and Curry’s in the United Kingdom, as well on Dell’s official website.

2008 Fujitsu LifeBook P8010 Available

now available for purchasing and the base configuration is priced at $1,699.
Coming in a cool and extremely glossy black finish with silver accents, the 12.1-inch ultra portable laptop shows a Crystal View LED wide display and has a battery life of up to 6.5 hours.

The small portable laptop measures 11.2 x 8.26 x 1.37 inches with a weight under 3 pounds, and is powered by a SL7100 VL processor, integrating a an optional camera for video conferences, 80GB storage space, integrated graphics chipset, up to GB RAM memory, and a dual layer multi format DVD-RW.

It is protected by the Trusted Platform Module microchip, the biometric fingerprint and by the security lock so all your data will be stored safely.

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Another laptop computer integrating the famous Authentec Fingerprint Sensor technology is ESPRIMO Mobile from Fujitsu Siemens Computers, more exactly 2 new models called ESPRIMO Mobile U9215 and ESPRIMO Mobile D9515 from the same series.

“As a leading international IT corporation, Fujitsu Siemens wanted to create a highly mobile lineup tailored for today’s business requirements, with a rich feature set and unrestricted connectivity. We believe we achieved this goal with the new ESPRIMO Mobile and CELSIUS business notebooks, and that users will appreciate the convenient security offered with the addition of AuthenTec’s new AES2550 fingerprint sensor,” said Andreas Thimmel, Senior Vice President, Volume Business at Fujitsu Siemens Computers.

The AuthenTec AES2550 Sensor allows fingerprint-based access to the laptop only to authorized users, and in addition to it, the new business laptops feature also the latest Intel processing technology –Intel Centrino 2 – for high performance on the go.
There is also a third laptop model series with the AuthenTec’s sensor, models CELSIUS H260 and H275, providing low power consumption for increased battery life, important characteristics of mobile workstations.
On the other side, the ESPRIMO Mobile business laptops are great desktop replacement solutions, coming in an ultra-portable version with a 12.1-inch display and 15.4-inch standard form factor.
ESPRIMO Mobile U series comes with ConfCam web camera, mobile broadband access, Bluetooth, spill resistant keyboard, and configurable hardware components, while the ESPRIMO Mobile D series sports a larger display and the same reliability.

“The GraphicBooster is a truly revolutionary solution, offering incredible versatility and scalability by allowing notebooks to switch between everyday computing and hard-core gaming with a simple plug-in that’s portable enough to enable powerful 3D performance on-the-go,” said Ian McNaughton, Senior Product and Platform Marketing Manager, AMD. “Powered by ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3870, the GraphicBooster redefines what mobile graphics is all about, allowing users to choose notebooks with slim, lightweight designs, yet enjoying the superior performance of a traditional desktop gaming rig wherever it’s convenient, with outstanding mobility and battery life. The combination of the AMILO Notebook Sa 3650 and the GraphicBooster make this an industry-changing solution.”

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Optimized for graphic applications, the new AMILO Notebook Sa 3650 features 470% increased performance coming with the industry’s first external graphics solution called the GraphicBooster developed by Fujitsu Siemens Computers.

The 13.3-inch laptop is small yet powerful and sports an attractive professional design for mobile users, the entire system weighting just 2.4Kg. The GraphicBooster measures 180 x 130 x 33.5 mm at 0.5Kg.
Inside the external device we find the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3870 graphics card with its own 512 MB GDDR3 memory, supporting 3D gaming, High Definition videos and High Definition image processing.
You can connect the laptop to three external monitors, while GraphicBooster adds DVI-I and HDMI connectivity.