The World's Smallest Mobile Phone

Mobile thin models have been introduced Motorola and Samsung, but war will continue the design. Because the world's smallest mobile phone is now thrown into the market with a super small size. I think Mobile wrote just for this zippo lighters will be difficult unrivaled for some time to come. Xun 138 CHI Bar type mobile phone operates on GSM networks with a body length of only 67 mm or slightly longer than the size of AA batteries and weighs just 55 grams.

But do not be impressed first, because many more furniture completeness of this cute phone offal. With a cute size is not possible to use the key pad, the solution is to use touch screen that can read handwriting (hand writing recognition) of the 260 color display support k. Remarkably again, the author is still jammed with 1.3 Mega pixel camera (though with a VGA quality), USB port to transfer files from mobile phone and PC, WAP, GPRS, MP3 Player, and 138 MB of internal memory. Maybe the next generation will be equipped with a mini SD card size and bluetooth, so to speak simply use a Bluetooth earpiece. Xun Chi 138 is intentionally made with a gaudy pink color to be easily visible goal when stuck because of its small size. As for business writing on the touch screen using the stylus to stay clipped to the back of the phone body.

Size: 67 mm x 32 X 18
Weight: 55 grams
Network: GSM 900, 1800 Mhz
Feature Display: LCD Touch Screen
Camera: 1.3 Megapixel Camera

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Recognizing Microsoft Windows 7 Inspired from Mac OS X

Microsoft's success throughout the world create a scene with the release of Windows 7 in late October and is not accompanied by similar statements from Simon Aldous (Manager of Microsoft Partner Group). Aldous even gave contradictory statements of fact. Aldous openly admit that the design of Windows 7 was inspired by Mac OS X.

"What have we tried to do with Windows 7, either traditional format or both formats touch graphics created by borrowing on the Mac," said Aldous. However. Aldous argue that it has added improvised (Graphical User Interface (GUI) of Windows 7, which was built on Vista's core technology is stable.

"We took a good part of Vista, with the core infrastructure at the operating system, and we make Windows 7 faster and more streamlined in the coding, to make it more effective," said Aldous.

Windows 7 has been standardized to be able to work in a variety of hardware configurations. While on the other hand, Mac OS X Snow Leopard also been optimized to work in certain configurations. "Pain" is the same who later became the perception of "artificial" by the users of Windows 7.

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HP vs Infusion Printers

Deskjet printers the latest Hewlett-Packard, K209, expected to shift the popularity of the printer is widely used intravenous digital printing businesses.

Yes, printers are sold at a price of Rp 1,289,000 was estimated to be the printer of choice for businesses. Not only carrying the print function only, printer with this dynamic design also serves as a scanner and photocopy.

"Why should I buy the infusion printers if Deskjet K209 could be a solution," said Alia Octhora Goddess, Market Development Manager of Inkjet and Web Solutions Imaging and Printing Groups Hewlett-Packard Indonesia, Thursday (12/11/2009) night.

In comparison, he added, the cost required to buy a printer unit infusion was approximately U.S. $ 160. The cost includes includes a printer and an ink infusion package. While K209 with an additional 1 black cartridge and 1 color cartridge only U.S. $ 157.

"It costs about Rp 1,289,000 when combined with a pair of cartridges, each of which approximately Rp 85 thousand then the equivalent capacity even with a better quality printer than an IV," explained a woman with short hair is half Promotion.

Alia compare when using K209, the costs required to print a black and white documents only Rp 140. As for color documents, the cost is Rp 340.

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Windows Start Selling Computers

NEW YORK - A new movement has been done Microsoft. Microsoft started selling computers and software from third parties through online store

This is part of a drive that Windows can be appointed as Apple got it from retail stores. Microsoft said that it would sell PCs in their retail stores, but planned to open only two this year.

Previously, Microsoft has released its newest product, Win 7.

Not only software Win 7, but Microsoft also provides all the laptops that support Win 7 as well as other accessories and software for your computer.

Pressing on the laptop will show 10 models, organized by price, including the two models under $ 750. This website also offers a 3 Netbooks and desktops, Lenovo A600 with a $ 999 price. In software, Microsoft sells Norton 360 and Adobe Photoshop, along with Windows, Office, and other Microsoft products.

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ASUS Smartbook, Price Less Than Netbook

In an investor conference held Friday (30/10) held in Taipei, led Asus, Jerry Shen, has confirmed that a device will be launched Smartbook in first quarter of 2010, with a low enough price that is NTD6000 (USD184). Shen said that Smartbook category has growth potential and high volume, and this is the reason for ASUS to make Smartbook as 'secret weapon', in addition to the Eee PC. Shen added while speaking at the conference, that it had not seen the Smartbook market.

Shen stressed that innovation, price and competitive speed from ASUS will be the key that will be accepted in many manufacturing world. Smartbook, eBooks, or tablet product innovation has become the subject of internal and brainstorming committee that will run from 6 months into the future with direction and purpose for the display device in the event Smartbook CeBIT and Computex 2010.

Smartbook ASUS is equipped with a 1GHz Snapdragon processor, operating system Android, and Internet browser. The basic idea of this by making Smartbook Shen, is to create a highly portable device with multiple connectivity and network bandrol cheaper prices than a netbook.

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Adamo Slim Dell More than MacBook Air?

When Apple released the MacBook Air, someone released a YouTube video that mocked Dell laptop that was "old"? Could Dell will soon release a product that will be a leader in the race to make the lightest and thinnest laptop? NYTimes says that while exploring a variety of Dell's trademark they found some mysterious names like "Adamo" and "Adamo by Dell."

Why use a new brand as "Adamo by Dell" and does not integrate all its product lines into one brand alone? Apparently the product (or product lines) recently prepared by the Dell is far different from other Dell products (such as the Nokia to the high-class product line Vertu).

Adamo even has a special site that says that http://adamobydell.com/ Adamo will come soon. Adamo searching in search engines also do not provide meaningful results.

However Uptownlife.net said that "rumor Dell will introduce a computer named Adamo who will compete with MacBook Air."

When asked whether Dell is preparing a similar product with the MacBook Air, Michael Tatelman, VP of marketing Dell also seemed surprised, saying only that Dell "was needed to get some products that the public associates the symbolic Dell brand with other things." Apparently they intend to change the public perception to see Dell as a modern company.

Dell spokesperson Bob Kaufman said Dell would not comment on speculation. Remains to be seen whether Dell and its partners in Asia can produce something that rivals aestetika MacBook Air from Apple. To be sure, Dell can beat Apple in terms of price. Kay Rogey who served as president of analyst firm Endpoint Technologies said that "one thing that they can differentiate from Apple is cheap. They could easily trim $ 400 from the sale price of MacBook Air."

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Microsoft Preparing the Application Distribution System for Windows

Have you ever questioned Microsoft's decision to change the name of the application "Add / Remove Programs" in Windows XP and earlier into "Programs and Features" in Vista? It is possible that Microsoft is considering a package management system similar to that of the various Linux distributions (for example in Debian APT, RPM in Red Hat). Such systems will revolutionize the way users interact with Windows applications, while providing some benefits in the form of security because it only allows users to install applications that are secure only.

For you who do not quite understand the package management system, the system allows users to search, download install and update applications with ease, without having to visit various websites to download the search application.

Microsoft recently asked the beta testers of Windows 7, asking for input from them about the "single place to find and update management for programs on your PC." The participants were asked to indicate (1 - 9) how important the features below for them:

* The ability to install a program on my PC.
* The ability to find the program I want to use on my PC.
* The ability to have all programs on my PC up-to-date.
* The ability for me to update specific programs on my PC at a time that is convenient for me.
* The ability for me to remove a specific program on my PC.
* The ability to set the schedule for updating the programs on my PC.
* The ability for a program to automatically configure settings it needs while it is being installed on my PC (eg there is no need for me to manually configure the firewall, etc).
* The ability to block a program from being installed on my PC when the program publisher can not be verified.
* The ability to Ensure that only programs on my PC from publishers I choose to trust can automatically stay up-to-date.
* The ability to install programs on my PC from programs publishers I trust, without any security prompts or warnings.
* The ability to see the security prompts or warnings when trying to install programs from publishers I had not previously chosen to trust.
* The ability to install a program so that all the users sharing a PC can use it.
* The ability to install a program and have it usable almost immediately.
* The ability to install multiple programs on my PC at the same time.
* The ability to install programs without causing any noticeable slow-down to other programs on the PC.
* The ability to install a program without interrupting other activities I am doing on my PC.
* The ability to know that my PC has all the necessary requirements needs a program before installing the program (eg memory, hard disk space).
* The ability to know the identity of the company or vendor that created a program installed on my PC.
* The ability to find reviews and ratings about a program before installing it on my PC.
* The ability to quickly find the programs I use most frequently on my PC.
* The ability install or update a program without the need for a reboot.
* The ability to have a single place for finding and managing updates for the programs on my PC.
* The ability to know which programs are causing problems on my PC.
* The ability to restore a program to its original settings and behavior when it malfunctions.
* The ability to install a program to a USB key.
* The ability to discover which programs can be installed.
* The ability to discover which programs can be removed.
* The ability to discover the repair functionality for a malfunctioning program.

In short, Microsoft wants to know what features it wanted Windows users from an application distribution system. The world's largest technology companies seem to be working hard with many third-party developers to design this system well, but if this system can achieve similar functionality in the Debian APT system will surely be a major breakthrough. Who would not want the features to look for the application locally on a PC, the Internet, download, install, update all applications from one application only? Maybe this system will be completed when Windows 8 comes (or whatever name the successor of Windows OS 7).

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Microsoft Announces 6 version of the Windows 7

If you are hoping Microsoft will not offer Windows 7 in many confusing versions such as Vista and follow the only rival Apple released a version of the OS with all features, you seem to be selling disappointed. As previously reported, there are some things that indicate that Windows 7 will be available in several types of variants, and now, Microsoft has announced that all editions of Windows 7 officially: there will be 6 different versions of Windows 7.

Here is a summary:

1. Windows 7 Starter Edition - for netbooks and developing countries, only 3 applications can run simultaneously.
2. Windows 7 Home Basic - also for developing countries.
3. Windows 7 Home Premium - This version gives you Windows Media Center and other features for use at home.
4. Windows 7 Professional - the same with Windows Vista Business, with additional security features.
5. Windows 7 Enterprise - this version will be sold in large quantities for corporate.
6. Windows 7 Ultimate - has many features of the Enterprise version, but will be sold to consumers.

Microsoft probably will pair different prices for each version. One thing that is interesting is addressed to the Starter Edition netbook, although Windows 7 Ultimate beta has been reported to work well on the cheap mini-laptops like the Asus Eee PC. The problem is Microsoft is not possible to ask the computer vendor to pay full price for licensing the operating system that will be sold along with a laptop for $ 300. So companies make a version of Starter Edition at a low price and then packed into a PC with cheaper prices.

Update: Microsoft had previously offered Starter Edition software for consumers in developing countries. But Windows 7 Starter Edition is slightly different because Microsoft also will offer this variant to consumers in developed countries for the first time, but only to the segment of the industry seeking low-cost operating system for netbooks.

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Microsoft Show Desktop Social Concept

At the end of last week Microsoft showed a prototype of Social Desktop will be introduced in TechFest 2009 and although currently still in the stage of intensive development, this product seems to be one product that drew attention and if Microsoft decided to release it, this product will destroy the wall barrier between the desktop and the Internet are becoming increasingly thin.

Social Desktop enables users to different, commenting, tagging and even search all the files on your desktop as photos and video through a portal. Think of all the features you get by making your own file upload to social networking sites like Flickr, but the difference you do not bother to send the file you want to share the social networking site.

Moreover, interaction with the objects belong to you will be seen on the Windows desktop, making your PC a social networking site.

Social Desktop currently operates in Windows 7 Beta, rogue use the preview function of the new files introduced in Windows 7. Social Desktop then creates a unique URL for each file in your hard disk you want to share and eventually published into a Silverlight-based portal and is operated by Windows Azure, a special OS that operates Microsoft's cloud computing platform. In this portal of your friends can make comments, give tags and more.

Asked about the differences in Social Desktop with Windows Live Mesh, Lili Cheng from Microsoft says that in "Live Mesh, as if you move your PC to the cloud. In Social Desktop, you would like to feel that the web world built into the desktop. "

If this service is released, looks like we will see a new wave of social networking applications where to use social networking users do not even need to upload their files to the cloud, the most boring event in the use of social networking sites.

Unfortunately, Microsoft says that this concept is still in development stage and will not be part of Windows 7.

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Apple Introducing the Magic Mouse

Apple Mighty Mouse expelled in 2005 and his brothers. The device was replaced with a wireless Mouse Magic magic because multitouch features on the surface above it.

New mouse that shipped with the new iMac models introduced on Tuesday (20/10). Mouse is more than just click the right and left.

Users can use one finger to scroll anywhere, not just up and down or from side to side. In supported applications, such as Preview, the user can scroll in any direction.

Mouse Magic also supports the movement of friction, although not the same as that found in Apple's multitouch trackpad. Swipe with two fingers to the left will bring Safari to the previous page. Similarly, swiping left or right with two fingers, would bring to the picture before or following the iPhoto application.

If you are not interested in Magic Bluetooth Mouse, buyers can still choose the cable version of Mighty Mouse now renamed the Apple Mouse. The company has lost the right to use the Mighty Mouse as the brand earlier this month.

The new Magic Mouse uses optical tracking laser that can be used in various types of surfaces. Magic Mouse activated by two AA batteries, and Apple says can survive for about four months.

The device can detect when not in use and manage electricity to the button below can live or die.

In addition to the iMac is packaged together with the already redesigned, Magic Mouse can be purchased separately for U.S. $ 69. The device requires Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later with Wireless Mouse Software Update 1.0.

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Fun While Raising Mobile

After the success of S-10 IdeaPad, Lenovo IdeaPad S10 successor out-2. As a successor, S10-2 accounted a success, especially for mobility.

The first rock S10-2, which weighs 0.5 kg lighter than its predecessor was enough difference. No wonder the netbook thin with a cool body design is a choice of mobile generation. Interestingly, that first impression to use it.

Unlike the S10, S10-2 was more trendy. The glossy plastic body comes in four colors, white, pink, gray, and black. Do not be surprised if the S10-2 became champion of the urban mobile. The body is solid, not fragile impressive when taken anywhere.

6 cell battery go mobile supports, let alone the main features such as 3 USB ports, Ethernet, VGA-out, audio in / out, 4-in-1 card reader. Indeed, if used for a long time to warm the surface will, but still remain comfortable in the skin.

Claims of the manufacturer Lenovo said its battery standby time reached six hours more. After a try with boost Wi-FI, standby time reaches one hour earlier than he claims. Fair.

If used while driving, long battery power is a certain satisfaction. When a holiday, the mobility of S10-2 strongly supports the work on the move while still able to look stylish.

This type is also better than its predecessor because the keyboard bigger (89%), so typing feels more comfortable. Similarly, the 10.1-inch screen resolution is 1024x600, no less than other competitors. Images appear bright and colorful, but did not seem blinding.

Unlike the previous IdeaPad, S10-2 has the specific verse that can be used at any time. This series comes with speakers located at the bottom.

Unfortunately the sound sounded like using a silencer and less clear. If you want to use it for the long term, we recommend using earphones or headphones. Users also may be a bit disappointed, because this type was equipped with a built-in bluetooth like its predecessor.

But the IdeaPad S10-2 equipped with Intel Atom N270 processor, 1.66 GHz and 1GB of RAM, which is the most appropriate standard for the netbook class. Processor was quite okay when playing videos, but the problem becomes slow because Norton antivirus trial versionnya sometimes disturbing activities.

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Asus Ready to Release Super Cheap Netbook

Asus plans to launch a super cheap smartbook in the first quarter of 2010. The machine is expected to run Google's Android OS. The company plans to launch smartbook in the first quarter of next year.

It described the site as smartbook ultraportable laptop's carrying low-power 3G, ARM-based processor. Not yet clear whether it would be Asus machine running Windows as well Linux.

Was carried Smartbook Qualcomm Snapdragon processor 1GHz, GPS, 3G, WiFi, and integrated graphics. The price for the device is said about U.S. $ 180.

This news comes shortly after Acer netbook launching Android. The company markets a dual-boot netbook running the Google OS and Windows XP.

Android is intended to turn on the computer with a fast and permits quick access to limited functions without having to spend time to wait until Windows is ready.

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T110-T130 Notebook Super Thin with Toshiba Offering Complete Features

Toshiba launched the latest innovation. This time, Toshiba's Computer Systems Division (CSD) to introduce the latest Portege Notebook PC, Slim T110 and T130 Series.

Both devices carry the Toshiba power to enter into the mainstream market is increasingly competitive and attractive. Because of its competitors had already plunged, not possible to rely solely on Series Toshiba Satelitte and Satelitte pro to confront their speed. Moreover, Toshiba raised the target market slice to 30% of the original 19% to trigger.

If viewed from the name certainly was predictable that this portable computer shaped thin aka slim. Thickness claimed less than one inch to the tertipisnya, while the weight of 1.58 Kg.
Portege is also equipped with Windows 7, ultra-fast DDR3 memory and more ports, including HDMI-out. Built in Wireless LAN and Bluetooth also ensure users remain productive by continuing online.

This slim series will be available in two screen sizes and various color options:
* Portege T130: 13.3 inches features a 16:9 widescreen Clear SuperView display. Wrapped with a distinctive color Toshiba Fusion is Precious Glossy Black, Glossy Red Iron and Glossy Pearl White.

* Portege T110 offers 11.6-inch 16:9 widescreen display with Clear SuperVie
w Precious Color Glossy Black, Glossy Red Iron.

The main features are offered such options: Hard Drive protection with 3D motion sensor, all digital HDMI connectivity, built-in webcam with face smart technology that allows you to login with your face, sleep and charge USB port, RoHS compatible and 5 star energy , 0 qualified.

For the Indonesian market, T110 sold at Rp 6,990,000 per unit and the T130 for Rp 8,290,000.

Portege T110 Main Specifications

Processor : Intel Dual Core (1.3 GHZ)
OS : Windows 7
Memory : DDR3 2 GB to 4 GB
HDD : 250 GB (highest specifications)
Screen : 11.6 inch 1366x768 resolution (16:9)
Weight : 1:58 kg, 286x221x24.9/34.2 mm
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, HDMI, Bluetooth, W-LAN
Price : Standard Specification began USD 6 million
Color : Precious Glossy Black, Glossy Red Iron and Glossy Pearl White

Portege T130 Main Specifications

Processor : Intel Dual Core (1.3 GHZ)
OS : Windows 7
Memory : DDR3 2 GB to 4 GB
HDD : 500 GB (highest specifications)
Screen : 11.6 inch 1366x768 resolution (16:9)
Weight : 1.76 kg, 323x223x22.2/34.2 mm
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, HDMI, Bluetooth, W-LAN
Price : Standard Specification began Rp 9 million
Color : Precious Glossy Black, Glossy Red Iron and Glossy Pearl White

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ACER Laptop Released 3D

There are many ways to create unusual laptop. Acer seems to know well about it. So this Taiwan-based company also launched the Acer Aspire 573DG. Uniqueness, this is the world's first laptop with a screen that supports three-dimensional images (3D).

From the information gathered, it is known that the Aspire 573DG is part of the Gemstone series is legendary. His body is thick with dimensions of 15.1 x 9.9 x 1.4 inches. Do not compare with the Acer Aspire Timeline slim and light it.

When compared with the body design Dv6 HP Pavilion or Gateway NV5807u, Aspire 573DG is still less style. But he also really not as rigid as Dell Studio 1555.

He weighs almost 2.8 pounds. Certainly not a comfortable portable computer strapped to the shoulder or carry in a long time.

Bids main course screen capability 15.6 inch display three-dimensional image. This is all thanks to the hardware in the form of a pair of 3D stereoscopic glasses are polarized, which can be seen in both the day-to-day lighting. This technology was imported by DDD TriDef, which provides hardware and software as well.

A combination hardware and software is not only capable of displaying images that are by nature a 3D display. A two-dimensional (2D) also can be converted into 3D on the screen resolution 1366 x 768 (standard resolution for display in an optimal 3D image) is. Includes photos, video games, and video.

TriDef already buried some content that is converted into 3D. For those who want to make changes to the collection of pictures, games, or video, can use TriDef tool.

In fact, change the look of 2D into 3D, too short, though Acer use technology from others. It can be done instantly and easily, as long as the user opens all multimedia files through its Media Portal TriDef. If not, your results will not change despite the 3D screen.

Tests carried out PC Magazine, to photograph, rendering it will produce a good 3D view. In the high-resolution images, 3D display is much deeper.

The problem, in 2D and DVD video, this change was too subtle. 3D effects difficult to detect the video format WMV, AVI, and MPEG. DDD TriDef technology also has not recognized the H.264 and MP4 formats. He is recognized as the only or change the format better in high-definition video formats.

"In this holiday season, we see that the 3D content is very popular in movies and video games," said Ray Sawall, senior manager of Product Marketing Acer America, in a press release yesterday.

The consumer electronics manufacturer recently was vying to make devices that can bring 3D content to users. So far, discussion of the problem is more often heard in the television industry as being cultivated Panasonic, Mitsubishi, and Sony, which plans to throw a television that is compatible with the 3D to the market in 2010.

In the computer business, the story is still minimal. Acer is one of the few vendors who try to present trends in the 3D screen portable computer. 3D view can be achieved only with a few clicks of the mouse and without the need for special graphics card.

Aspire 5738DG have used the Windows 7 operating system launched by Microsoft is officially around the world yesterday. This laptop costs U.S. $ 780. Processors rely on Intel Core 2 Duo processor, graphics chip ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4570. In addition, 4 gigabytes of RAM memory (GB), 320 GB hard disk, a web camera, and the touchpad that recognizes a variety of finger gesture.

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HP Compaq L2105tm: LCD Monitor with Multi-touch and certification of Windows 7

HP Compaq L2105tm is an LCD monitor which is one of the first with the certification of Windows 7.

But certainly not the certification that we are talking about but a Multi-touch technology in it.


Just like a Multi-touch on other devices, screen size 21.5 inch LCD is also able to run commands through touch (several) finger on the screen or using a stylus that's included in the sales package.

Other specifications such as format 1080 (1920 x 1080), 5ms response time, viewing angles 170 / 160, 1000:1 contrast ratio, VGA, DVI-D with HDCP connection.

Based on factory tests performed, this monitor will begin to dim (brightness down to 50%) after we use them for 50,000 hours. Quite well, too loh means about 2 years if we use the full 24 hours per day or 4 years if we use for 12 hours per day.

Which was encouraging for us, the price is still reasonable about U.S. $ 299 (approximately USD 3 million).

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Dell will release 'iPod Android'

Dell reportedly wanted to emulate the glory of Apple's iPod Touch to refine a device equipped mobile internet access Google's Android operating system.

This tool will play music and videos like the iPod Touch. This tool resembles the iPod Touch but slightly larger.

Later devices from Dell are not working as a mobile but have features wireless Internet connectivity for surfing and other purposes.

Mentioned that Dell plans to launch the device before the end of the year 2009, targeting the holiday season.

Some time ago, also blew a rumor that Dell is developing a smartphone. We'll see whether Dell was preparing 'weapon' to frustrate the dominance of the iPod Touch music player market.

Dell is developing a pocket-sized gadget fashioned after Apple's iPod Touch that will play music, videos, and connect with the web and is based on the Google Android mobile operating system, according to reports in today's Wall Street Journal.

Dell hopes to break a bad streak of luck with consumer gadgets. It was not very successful with its DJ Ditty music player line or with the Axim PDAs, which got axed a few years ago. Dell is giving pocket-sized devices one more shot, this time with an iPod Touch-style mobile Internet devices (MIDs). So will it make a difference?

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Intel Presents Atom on Television

Fulfilling his promise to bring the Atom processor in all products, Intel introduced the Atom to the television set.

Atom processor for television, Blu-ray players and other electronic devices introduced in the Intel Developer Forum, which was held in San Francisco, 22-24 September 2009.

Eric Kim, Senior Vice President and General Manager Digital Home Group, Intel Corporation, the Atom processor is revealed in his keynote speech.

Kim mentioned the name of the Intel Atom processor CE 4100 as a System on Chip's first Intel Atom-based microarchitecture. Processors with 45nm manufacturing that has Sodaville code name.

Sodaville has some ability to be excellent. Including support for the MPEG4 format and 1080P, 1080P video capture up to DDR3 and DDR4 memory.

On occasion, Intel also demonstrated the concept of the future of television. The concept is built with Adobe Flash 10 that shows the integration of conventional television broadcasting with the Internet-style features such as social networking, video conferencing, bookmarking and navigation.

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USB 3.0 Postponed Until 2011

USB 3.0 is ready rolled, unfortunately until now for the equipment and the latest USB technology is not yet visible.

Intel was just going to install a USB 3.0 interface on the chip and motherboard after the year 2011. If this is done Intel, use USB 3.0 to use another vendor. This means that every motherboard with USB 3.0 will be charged an additional fee to install the USB 3.0 chip.

Manufacturers of motherboards are interested in the development platform available today, the Nehalem. To make the transition from PCI Express 2.0 5GHz. One more for the data transfer via fiber optic Light Peak is capable of handling up to 10Gbps data transfer. Light Peak next year will begin mass-produced.

Intel has not commented why they do not want to chip directly adopt USB 3.0.

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IEEE Ratifies Final 802.11n Certification...Seven Years Later

So, here's a question. Did you realize that the 802.11n WLAN router you purchased three years ago, your shiny new 802.11n-equipped notebook and your 802.11n dongle you bought for your grandmother wasn't actually certified? It's true! 802.11n--which is widely known as the quickest of the Wi-Fi transmission protocols available today (trumping 802.11a/b/g)--has been mulling around in one "Draft" status or another for years now. Seven whole years, in fact.

Over the weekend, however, the IEEE working group responsible for making sure 802.11n was rock solid from top to bottom decided that everything was finally just right.The Standards Board finally ratified the 802.11n-2009 amendment, which defines "mechanisms that provide significantly improved
data rates and ranges for wireless local area networks (WLANs)." Over one million 802.11n units already ship per day worldwide, but now you can finally rest assured that one product will cooperate with another. Here's a simple overview of what this certification means:

"The IEEE 802.11 standard defines how to design interoperable WLAN equipment that provides a variety of capabilities including a wide range of data rates, quality of service, reliability, range optimization, device link options, network management and security.

The 560-page 802.11n amendment-"…WLAN Enhancements for Higher Throughput"1-will enable rollout of significantly more scalable WLANs that deliver 10-fold-greater data rates than previously defined while ensuring co-existence with legacy systems and security implementations."

Publishing of the actual document is scheduled for next month, and users shouldn't really have to worry over their current products not working right. The goal here was to make sure Draft-N items didn't get put out of work when the final specification was published, so the average consumer shouldn't even notice a difference. Still, it's nice to see all the i's dotted and t's crossed so we can get to work on the next fastest thing.

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CableCARD Now Open To All, No Need For OEM Installations

For HTPC owners, most thought this day would never come. It's a liberation celebration, and frankly, it's coming way too late. Still, we'll take late over never almost all of the time, so we can't help but thank those involved for finally freeing CableCARDs of the OEM chains. This past week at CEDIA, Microsoft announced that anyone could now purchase an off-the-shelf CableCARD and install it into their system. This has absolutely not been the case in years past.

Up until now, users have had to purchase an entirely new system from a certified OEM (think Dell, HP, etc.) with a CableCARD installed at the factory. If you even attempted to install a loose CableCARD into your own machine, you'd never get anything to work. Without that OEM touch, CableCARDs were worthless. Obviously, this ensured that only the affluent ponied up for a CableCARD-equipped HTPC. After all, who wants to buy an entirely new rig just to use one $100 part?

As Windows 7 enters the fray, users will be able to add CableCARDs to their own systems with little to no hassle. These cards will allow users to access all of their carrier's cable channels right on their HTPC, eliminating the need for a cable box and a media center PC. Switched Digital Video support was also added into Windows Media Center for Windows 7, which definitely comes in handy for those looking to tune into SDV channels.

Switched Digital Video (SDV) Support Added for Windows Media Center

In response to customer requests and cable providers' deployment of SDV, Microsoft now supports SDV in Windows Media Center for Windows 7. In conjunction with a device known as a tuning adapter, supplied by a customer's cable provider, Windows Media Center and a digital cable tuner with CableCARD will be able to tune to SDV channels. Customers can enjoy SDV broadcasts on PCs running Windows Media Center in Windows 7 and a digital cable tuner with CableCARD.

End Customers Can Now Add Digital Cable Tuners With CableCARD to Their PCs

Microsoft and CableLabs announced that customers will now be able to add digital cable tuners with CableCARD to a Windows 7-based PC with Windows Media Center. A new tool will be provided by Microsoft that assesses the PC's ability to support the solution. This tool will analyze the customer's PC and enable digital cable support if the PC meets requirements, opening digital cable options to Windows Media Center customers across the country. Microsoft also announced that, with Windows 7, it has increased the number of TV tuners that can be connected to the PC from two to four per tuner type, thereby allowing customers to simultaneously record or watch as many as four digital cable TV channels.

"We are excited that digital cable customers will now be able to take advantage of this new opportunity to bring great cable TV programming to the PC," said So Vang, vice president of OpenCable at CableLabs. "We are dedicated to helping customers get the most from their cable service, and this will be a great win for both the customer and the cable operators."

Digital Cable Customers Can Now Enjoy More TV Portability in Windows Media Center

Microsoft and CableLabs also announced that they worked together to enable digital cable tuner with CableCARD customers to enjoy more portability for digital cable TV that is marked as "copy freely" (CF). Customers will be able to play CF-marked digital cable recordings, such as those from local channels, on other PCs, devices and portable media.

Windows Media Center Features in Windows 7 Highlighted

Using new Windows 7 features such as Windows Touch, HomeGroup, Remote Media Streaming and PlayTo, sharing recorded TV, videos, music and pictures throughout the home, while on the road and to remote locations has never been easier. There is also support for the AVCHD format. This allows customers to view HD video from many popular HD video cameras.

In addition, support for the international broadcast TV standards that was released with the Windows Media Center TV Pack 2008 will also be included in Windows Media Center in Windows 7. This includes native support for both ATSC and QAM, the ability to remap channels, and support for subchannels.

New Firmware for ATI TV Wonder Digital Cable Tuners

In conjunction with the Microsoft and CableLabs announcements, Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD) will be providing a new firmware update that is available to all ATI TV Wonder digital cable tuners being used with Windows 7 and Windows Vista. This firmware update will allow existing digital cable tuner with CableCARD customers to enjoy more portability for digital cable TV marked as CF. Customers will be able to play CF-marked digital cable recordings, such as those from local channels, on other PCs, devices, and portable media. In addition, the firmware will contain support for SDV. When installed on a Windows 7-based PC with a digital cable tuner with CableCARD and a tuning adapter from a cable provider, it enables access to switched digital channels in locations where SDV has been deployed.

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Sony's New Slimline PS3 Won't Be Backwards Compatible, Won't Support Linux

Sony hasn't sold a PS3 that offered a hardware-level backwards compatibility mode in several years, but with the announcement of the PS3 Slim, fans of the feature were hopeful it might reappear in the new, slimmed-down version. Ars Technica recently had the chance to sit down and talk with Sony's director of hardware marketing John Koller, and the company executive was quick to dismiss any notion that backwards compatibility would reappear.

"It's not coming back, so let me put that on the table," Koller told Ars. "It's not as big as a purchase intent driver as you may be hearing. We've got such a substantial lineup of titles on the PS3; most people are buying the PS3 for PS3 games. They've buying it for PS3 games and Blu-ray movies. That (backwards compatibility) won't be returning." Sony has ample reason not to build PS1/PS2 support into the PlayStation 3 . The PS2 is still available, it's cheap ($49-$99 depending on whether you buy refurbished or new), and new games are still being developed for the platform over ten years after it debuted. PS2 owners with a massive game library they aren't willing to give up are therefore "invited" to buy a new system.

The old-style PS3 on the left, the newer, PS3 Slim on the right.

In the interview, Koller also addressed the quesetion of why Sony was removing the PS3's ability to install Linux. "There are a couple of reasons. We felt we wanted to move forward with the OS we have now. If anyone wants to use previous models and change the OS, they can do so." Koller said. "We wanted to standardize our OS."

Frankly, that doesn't make much sense. The homebrew, Linux-using PS3 market may account for just a fraction of PS3 owners, but Sony has actively encouraged the cluster computing and high performance computing (HPC) markets to consider using the PS3 (with some success.) Sony's own OS certainly isn't up to the task of running an HPC node, when the company announced the first Cell-powered rendering server, the BCU-100, the system was running Yellow Dog Linux. Documentation from Sony's website states: "Yellow Dog Enterprise Linux (YDEL) combines a minimal-interaction graphical installer with support for a wide range of Power architecture hardware...This cross-system binary support grants BCU-100 users a great deal of flexibility through compatibility with other Power architecture compute nodes and workstations."

The BCU-100—widely announced, now curiously absent

"In conjunction with the Y-HPC Cluster Construction Suite from Terra Soft...YDEL offers a complete end-to-end, server-to-compute-node solution with technical and engineering support from the industry leader in Linux solutions for the Power architecture." Pay no mind to the horrendous screech from outside, it's merely Fixstars Solutions (the developers of YDEL) being thrown under a bus. While it's possible that Sony has a pre-arranged deal to provide the older, Linux-compatible hardware to its enterprise customers and potential clients on an indefinite basis, the idea of buying a handful of PS3's and setting up a small-scale node for whatever reason is gone...

Assuming Sony has any success keeping the platform locked at all. Removing the specialized hardware and software that allowed for PS2 emulation is one thing, but the company can scarcely stop the Cell at the heart of the system from executing properly compiled PPC code. As soon as PS3 Slim's are available on store shelves, you can bet there'll be hackers dissecting system with a fine-toothed comb. Historical precedent indicates this isn't a fight Sony is going to win.

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Lenovo And Samsung Delaying Ion Netbooks For Windows 7 Launch

Hey, here's a quick quiz just to see how well you've been paying attention over the past few months. Do you remember Lenovo's Ion-powered IdeaPad S12? What about Samsung's Ion-powered N510? If not, you're certainly not alone. Both machines have gone radio silent since debuting a few months back, and yes, it's intentional.

Various reports are now flying around suggesting that both of these cutting-edge netbooks have been delayed for a few months yet. The reason? Windows 7. Reportedly, both Lenovo and Samsung are waiting until Windows 7 ships to actually ship their newest netbooks. The rationale here is simple: with only two months to go before Win7 hits the shelves, why not wait and give consumers an upgraded software experience from the start? And since we all now know that Windows XP can't be upgraded to Windows 7 without losing all of one's data, the choice to hold back makes even more sense.

Early reports suggest that Windows 7 runs like a champion on Atom-powered netbooks, and we have no doubts that it will run great on Ion-powered notebooks as well. These decisions leave us to wonder whether buying a netbook now is even a smart move. You'll have a tough time upgrading, you'll have to deal with the upgrade, and you'll get only two months of use from it before being tempted by an all new version of Windows. Who knows--maybe patience really is a virtue at this point.

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Asus P7P55D Premium Lynnfield Motherboard Sneak Peek

As we creep ever closer to the official launch of Intel's Lynnfield platform, more news and information regarding the processors, motherboards, and chipset seems to be hitting the web almost daily. The latest piece of interesting Lynnfield-related information we have for you comes in the form of Asushigh-end P7P55D Premium P55-based motherboard.

The Asus P7P55D Premium packs some interesting features to compliment Intel's upcoming Core i5 and Core i7 socket 1156 processors...

Asus P7P55D Premium Motherboard
As you can see, the board sports a dark PCB, with some aggressive looking heatsinks on the VRM and chipset. An interesting note about the VRM design on this board is that it has a hybrid 32+3 phase configuration, where 32-phases are dedicated to the processor core and three to the CPU's integrated memory controller. In addition, the VRM is made up of low RDS (on) MOSFETs, Ferrite core chokes, and 100% Japanese-made, high quality conductive polymer caps. There's even a heat-plate on the underside.

Other interesting features of the P7P55D Premium include an integrated Asus T.Probe chip which detects and balances power phase loads and temperatures in real-time. According to Asus, T.Probe allows the components in the VRM to run cooler with more even power distribution across phases, which should extend the board's lifespan while offering more stable power ouput as well.

The P7P55D Premium also sports Asus' Turbo V EVO chip for real-time overclocking and tweaking assistance. And the Turbo V EVO chip is complimented by the Turbo V Remote, which gives users the ability to overclock / underclock and adjust EPU settings directly from the controller, without having to exit whatever application may be loaded on the system.

Source: Asus

Another noteworthy feature of the P7P55D Premium in the integration of a Marvell 9123 6G SATA controller. Instead of connecting directly to the PCIe Gen 1 lanes available in the P55 chipset though, the Marvell 6G SATA controller is linked to the chipset via a PLX8613 PCI Express Gen 2 bridge. The PLX8613 connected to the P55 via four Gen 1 PCIe lanes, but links to the Marvell controller via single Gen 2 lane. Although the 500MB/s available with a single Gen 2 PCIe lane is 100MB/s lower than the SATA 6G spec, Asus notes, "The 600MB/s is the theoretical transfer rate. Due to the limitation of current SATA 6Gb/s HDDs, the 500MB/s is quite Enough for the SATA 6Gb/s HDDs."

We'll be taking an in-depth look at the P7P55D Premium in the not too distant future, so be sure to come back after the Lynnfield launch for the full scoop.

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Nokia Intros 12 Hour, Windows-Powered Netbook: Booklet 3G

Score another one for the rumor mill, as those whispers we heard way back in February about a newfangled Nokia laptop have proved legitimate. After sticking to cellphones forever, Nokia has finally decided to hop on the netbook/smartbook bandwagon while things are still hot in order to catch the attention of those loyal to the brand.

The company's first foray into the notebook arena will be called the Booklet 3G, which is described as a "new breed" of portable device for the company. The "mini laptop" has yet to be fully detailed, but there are some tidbits that have been made public. As the title of the machine implies, this one will arrive with a built-in 3G WWAN module that will enable it to hop online anywhere that cellphone data service is available.

Like we'd heard earlier, the machine won't use Android. Oddly, it won't even use a Symbian-based system which is used on a plethora of its smartphones. As with most every other netbook, this one will also run a Windows-based OS. We're guessing Windows XP, but who knows, maybe it'll be Windows 7! Another staggering detail is that the Booklet 3G will boast a 12 hour battery life. Presumably in response to all the attention that has been placed on battery claims of late, Nokia does go out of its way to exclaim that the 12 hour figure is with "normal daily use," and that you'll never get 12 hours of solid Quake gameplay. Still, if this thing can really pull off 12 hours of use with "normal" activities, it'll absolutely tip the netbook world on its head. To date, the longest lasting netbooks only make it around 6 hours. To double that would totally rule, and it would probably get us wondering why no other PC maker has utilized whatever battery technology Nokia is tapping.



Other specifications include a 10.1" LCD, an HDMI video output, a 2cm thin body, a 1kg weight, a SIM card slot, assisted GPS, Bluetooth, and a built-in SD card reader. Nokia tells us that more details (include a price and ship date) will be published at Nokia World 09, which kicks off in Germany next month.

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Rhapsody App Coming To iPhone, Requires $14.99/Month Plan

If there's ever been an iPhone app that runs a good chance of being blocked at the point of entry, it's this. Real has just submitted its Rhapsody app to the App Store for approval, and if it passes, it'll bring an all new source of music to iPhone users everywhere. In fact, it'll be the "fully on-demand subscription music library app on the iPhone," but of course, one could easily argue that this functionality is already available through the iTunes app. Particularly if you're getting your checks from Apple.

If all goes well, users will get full access to Rhapsody's eight million songs, all of its radio stations and the ability to create your own playlists right on the iPhone itself. Heck, the app will even sync with one's account in order to listen to playlists you've already created on the PC. At least for now, it looks like the app will only work when you're online, which means it'll drain the battery quite quickly, and it may not work so well in spotty 3G/EDGE zones (if it will use cellular data at all). We're told that version 2.0 would include offline support if Apple would allow it, which would definitely make it one of the App Store's hottest downloads.

Real hopes that it will be approved and available to download within a few weeks, and while the app itself will be available gratis, you'll need a $14.99/month Rhapsody To Go plan in order to take advantage (Rhapsody Unlimited users are out of luck). Of course, a Spotify app could make this look a lot less appealing, but for those already hooked on Rhapsody, it's certainly worth keeping an eye on.

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Wikipedia Could Add Checkpoint Layer To Curb Bogus Information Posting

Wikipedia. What would you ever do without it? It really makes you wonder how difficult homework is these days given that nearly every subject on the planet is covered in one form or another on the know-it-all website. Of course, that "easy homework" is really only easy if the information that one finds is accurate, and that's why the site's founders are cracking down on misinformation in hopes of making the pages we frequent so often more trustworthy.

In an effort to curb the rampant posting of bad information, the company is hoping to impose new restrictions on article editing, a move that will certainly anger those who favor a more hands-off approach yet please those who want a little more control from the men and women at the top. For sure, the choice to leave well enough alone or intervene is a tough one. The site was born out of a love for open information, and with its founders looking to keep a closer eye on content, it certainly makes you wonder if personal bias will ever enter the equation.

The changes aren't set in stone just yet, but it's suggested that while anyone will still be able to edit articles, the changes won't be approved and posted until a seasoned and trusted Wikipedia author checks it for accuracy. The site is currently testing the process, and if it's successful, it could apply to all entries within the next month or so. Thankfully, you don't have to be a Wiki expert to be one that signs off on changes; in other words, the creators are just looking to add a small screen in order to prevent bogus information from being posted. If information is entered and someone that's trustworthy feels that nothing is wonky, it's probably good to go. So long as this whole process doesn't slow down the rapid-fire updates, we're 100% fine with it. More accuracy in the information we digest daily? Sure!

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Lenovo Ideapad S10 Netbook Full Evaluation

Every sign we've seen thus far leads us to believe that netbooks are going to be very popular this holiday shopping season. With good reason, too – they fill a void which has existed since the dawn of mobile computing. Truly cost efficient, rugged, little notebook computers with enough processing power and screen resolution to get basic tasks done – nothing more, nothing less. Given that pocketbooks are hurting in the current economic climate, these new low-cost mobile systems become that much more attractive, besides being a downright exciting product category.

Many of the large-scale PC vendors have already developed, or are developing a netbook product for the end of the year. Dell’s Inspirion Mini 9, along with the Asus Eee PC and MSI’s new Wind netbooks appear to be some of the more popular models. As this year comes to a close, the pace of netbooks hitting the market has certainly accelerated, and we expect that to continue for the next month or so. One of the more exciting netbook models that came to market just recently is Lenovo’s IdeaPad S series.

Lenovo's IdeaPad S10 - From the left..

.. and the right!

There are a number of reasons why Lenovo’s IdeaPad is one of the more exciting releases to date. First off, they are offering 10” diagonal screens on the IdeaPad S10, which appear to be what most consumers are drifting towards when looking at netbooks. Secondly, Lenovo’s build quality is generally perceived as one of the best in the notebook market, as their rugged ThinkPad series designs are likely to be seen in some form on the IdeaPad models. Thirdly, Lenovo is being aggressive with their pricing, offering the S10 out to market at $399 with an well-rounded feature set and a sleek, simply designed exterior.

The IdeaPad S10 is what we'll be looking at today. Designed for cheap, low-powered light mobile computing, it almost seems to be the polar opposite of Lenovo’s other recently released workstation notebook, the monster Thinkpad W700. These two products are designed for very different markets, but their close release showcases that Lenovo is really covering the entire range of notebook offerings, from low-end to high-end. Let’s see if their new foray into the sub-$500 mobile market is worth all the hype.

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Asus Eee PC 1005HA Seashell

It's hard to believe that the machine we'll be inspecting in the pages ahead is actually real and shipping. It's not so much a feat of engineering as it is a feat in product development. You see, we just wrapped up our evaluation of Asus' 1008HA Seashell three weeks ago, and already we're being treated to the second "Seashell" model to ship stateside.

The 1005HA is undoubtedly a member of the expanding Eee PC lineup, and while it's numbered lower than the aforesaid 1008HA, there are actually a few aspects that we prefer on this model versus its predecessor. Actually, maybe predecessor isn't the proper term; it's not like the 1005HA is taking the place of the 1008HA. In fact, we envision them both hanging around on store shelves for some time to come.

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Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2 Netbook

Lenovo's S10-2 is an somewhat of an odd proposition for netbook buyers. For those who completely missed out on the IdeaPad S10, this is a welcome update and a solid overall contender in the netbook space. For those familiar with the original, two feelings are apt to surface: bitterness and / or confusion. Indeed, the changes found on the IdeaPad S10-2 are minor, with most of the hardware remaining exactly the same. In fact, the vast majority of the tweaks are completely cosmetic, though we do think much thought went into this overhaul.

Rather than dishing out a completely new netbook at the 10.1" level, Lenovo instead opted to stick with its S10 label and push out a new revision. Here's a rundown of what's new compared to the original IdeaPad S10:

• 0.2kg (0.44lbs.) lighter
• 4mm thinner
• New top lid with special cover pattern and color design
• New Dolby sound enhancements
• 89% full-size keyboard with enlarged right-Shift key
• Larger touchpad
• Optional 3G built-in
• One extra USB port (now a total of three)
• OneKey Rescue System
• Lenovo QuickStart
• Up to six hours of battery life, or around 30% more than before

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Wireless Resonant Energy Link: Efficient Wireless Power

Intel - August 24, 2009 - With the dramatic rise in the number of electronic devices we each use in our everyday lives powered by batteries that often need recharging; the costs, resources and management of multiple, incompatible power cords, and adapters have become cumbersome and time consuming for the typical user. Intel Labs Seattle researchers demonstrated recently, at Research@Intel Day, "Wireless Resonant Energy Link" (WREL) - the transfer of electricity without using any wires. This technology could allow people to cut the last cord that keeps mobile devices tethered.

Research@Intel Day,WREL On Display

See the video below for more information on this research. Which we first showed you back in Februrary in an article titled, "Projects From The Intel Research Laboratories". We saw WREL live, in action at that event and have to say the technology could offer some very interesting possibilities.

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Maemo to Power Nokia's E900

On Thursday, Nokia unveiled its first phone using a Linux OS. The N900 uses Nokia's Linux-based Maemo OS, but for the first time in an actual cell phone as opposed to an Internet Tablet that requires wi-fi or cell phone pairing.

The N900 runs Nokia's new Maemo 5 software. Nokia makes sure to emphasize the device's ability to run "dozens of applications simultaneously." Size-wise, it compares favorably with the iphone 3GS, at 110.9 mm x 59.8 mm x 18 mm vs. 115.5 mm x 62.1 mm x 12.3 mm. Yes, yes, it loses out by about 50% in the thickness category, but otherwise, it's pretty similar. Why that extra thickness? A slide-out QWERTY keyboard, of course.

Unlike other recent smartphones (Android, iPhone, Pre) the N900 uses a Mozilla-based browser, instead of a Webkit-based one. The N900 has a TFT 3.5" resistive touchscreen, with 16M colors, 800 x 480.

Additional specs: 32GB of storage, with microSD card expansion, and a 5-megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics. Also, A-GPS, an FM receiver / transmitter, compass, accelerometer and up to 9 hours of talk time (emphasis on the "up to").

Clearly, Nokia wants this to be an iPhone killer, but what it doesn't have, naturally, is the App Store.

Anssi Vanjoki, Executive Vice President, Markets, Nokia, said in their press release announcing the N900:

"With Linux software, Mozilla-based browser technology and now also with cellular connectivity, the Nokia N900 delivers a powerful mobile experience. The Nokia N900 shows where we are going with Maemo and we'll continue to work with the community to push the software forward. What we have with Maemo is something that is fusing the power of the computer, the internet and the mobile phone , and it is great to see that it is evolving in exciting ways."

The N900 will carry a retail price of €500 before carrier subsidies. It will launch in "select markets" in October, wherever that means. Unfortunately, no word on U.S. pricing or availability yet.

Watch a video from Nokia:

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Super Talent Goes Green With Latest DDR3 Memory

If you’re looking for some new memory for your computer and love the idea of being green, you might want to check out Super Talent’s latest DDR3 offering. The company’s latest RAM uses 38% less PCB material and 47% less packaging material than Super Talent’s standard DDR3 DIMMs. Check out full details in the press release below.

Super Talent Develops Green DDR3 Memory

Eco-Friendly DDR3 DIMM with Ultra-Slim Package

Saves Energy, Materials, Shipping Costs

Super Talent Technology, a leading manufacturer of Flash storage solutions and DRAM memory modules, developed a new line of green DDR3 modules that use 38% less PCB material and 47% less packaging material than the company’s standard DDR3 DIMMs.

Super Talent VLP vs. standard memory

In this product line Super Talent has taken two major steps toward developing more eco-friendly DRAM. Using JEDEC standard schematics Super Talent developed very low profile (VLP) DDR3 unbuffered DIMMs for use in standard DDR3 based x86 motherboards. These DIMMs use 38% less FR4 material, which is the fiber glass epoxy substrate most PCBs are made of, and one-third less copper. These DIMMs have already been tested exhaustively with a variety of hardware and software to ensure they meet Super Talent's rigid quality standards, and are backed with Super Talent's lifetime warranty.

Super Talent also redesigned their package for these green DIMMs to use about half as much plastic in a clamshell that occupies 57% less volume. These reductions in material usage result in a packaged module that weighs 35% less than a standard DDR3 packaged DIMM, which translates to significant savings in shipping costs.

	Standard DDR3	Green DDR3	% Improvement
HeightDIMM	30.1mm	18.8mm	38%
LengthPkg	175mm	161mm	8%
WidthPkg	57.9mm	46.9mm	19%
HeightPkg	13.0mm	7.6mm	42%
WeightPkg	15.0g	8.0g	47%
WeightDIMM+Pkg	30.4g	19.8g	35%

“Our goal with these green DDR3 DIMMs is to offer a greener memory choice for regular desktops that uses less raw materials, produces less industrial waste and consumes less fuel to transport with absolutely no tradeoffs in functionality or price”, explained Super Talent Director of Marketing, Joe James. “When multiplied by the hundreds of thousands of memory modules we produce monthly, this can have an enormous environmental impact.” Super Talent’s first green 1066 and 1333 MHz 1GB and 2GB DIMMs will begin shipping in September.

Super Talent VLP vs. standard package

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Canon Redefines Mid-Range DSLRs With New EOS 7D

Canon just announced the new EOS 7D DSLR with a fast burst rate of eight fps continuous shooting, 18-megapixel resolution, and Full HD video recording with variable frame rates and manual exposure controls. Other enhancements to the EOS 7D include a completely new 19-point Autofocus system, a new Canon iFCL Metering System (Intelligent Focus, Color, Luminance), and a new Intelligent Viewfinder.

Canon’s CMOS sensor and the Dual DIGIC 4 Imaging Processors in the EOS 7D make it possible for the camera to capture eight frames per second up to 126 Large JPEGS when using a UDMA CF card. In terms of video recording capabilities, the EOS 7D features Full HD video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution with selectable frame rates of 24p, 25p, or 30p.

The EOS 7D’s redesigned Autofocus system features a new multi-axis cross-type 19-point AF grid with points that are evenly spread out across the image plane and displayed through Canon’s new Intelligent Viewfinder.All of the 19 points are f/5.6-sensitive for both horizontal and vertical cross-type focusing. The center AF point is especially sensitive, adding high-precision diagonal cross-type sensitivity for f/2.8 and larger aperture lenses. The new AF system also enables new AF area selection modes including Spot AF, AF Point Expansion, and Zone AF.

Another first for an EOS system camera, Canon has redesigned the exposure metering system for the EOS 7D to complement the new AF system. Canon’s iFCL metering includes a 63-zone dual-layer metering sensor that considers both illumination and color to deliver consistent results in all lighting conditions and keep exposure levels stable from shot to shot, even if the light source changes.

The pop-up flash on the EOS 7D features a built-in Integrated Speedlite Transmitter for control of multiple off-camera EOS Speedlites. The camera also supports an ISO range from 100-6400 (expandable to 12,800).

Finally, Canon improved the ergonomic feel of the EOS 7D with a new super-fluid body design and a revised grip that fits better in a user’s hand. The camera also has a new Quick Control Button for easy access to camera settings and a RAW/JPEG toggle button.

The Canon EOS 7D will be available at the end of September in a body-only configuration for $1,699. A kit version with Canon’s EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM zoom lens will be available for $1,899.

A new WFT-E5A wireless file transmitter is also available for the EOS 7D. This transmitter offers photographers a range of connectivity options including IEEE802.11a/b/g and Ethernet. This transmitter will be available in early November for $699.99.

Canon EOS 7D with WFT-E5A

In addition to the 7D announcement, Canon is making its first lens with Hybrid Image Stabilization available. The new EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM lens can compensate for both angle camera shake and shift camera shake up to four shutter speed steps. The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM is scheduled to be available at the end of September for approximately $1,050.

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