Have Laptop Will Travel

HP to ship 20-inch gaming notebook

Originally posted on July 30, 2007 @ 11:59 pm

The mobile gaming sector is one of the fastest growing in the mobile computing industry. A growing number of gamers are seeing the potentials of gaming on the go and with the prices of laptop parts that are geared towards the high performance demands of game graphics steadily dropping, gaming laptops are now within reach of middle level buyers.

With Dell acquiring the renowned gaming computer manufacturer Alienware, the competition in the mobile gaming laptops is becoming more frenzied. Manufacturers are constantly figuring out the right mix of performance and price that will appear to a majority of computer users and hardcore gamers.

Even Hewlett Packard is getting in on the game with the announcement in last January’s CES that they will be coming out with a gaming notebook. In fact, the HP HDX was unveiled in that event. Now more than six months later, the company is finally listing the product as ready for shipping.

The initial listing the HDX is at $2,999 but the machine – all 20 inches of it (we’re talking about the monitor) powered by the Intel Santa Rosa platform – will more likely cost $4,500 when you factor in all of the add-ons and extras. The price point means that if you are not a hardcore gamer or if you have a cluttered desk that you cannot hope to reclaim space for this monster then you’ll most likely pass up on it. Actually based on preliminary reviews it looks like you’ll need to have big muscles in order to lug this giant of a “notebook” around.

Five Realistic Computer Setups to Maximize Productivity

Originally posted on April 17, 2007 @ 3:08 pm

Having a good computer setup is as important for productivity as having the right technology. A clean desk, one or two large monitors, lots of room for your keyboard and mouse with minimal clutter is key for having a productive setup in your home or office. Here are some great examples of computer setups that allow for maximum productivity.

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Windows XP or Vista for the Notebook?

Originally posted on June 1, 2007 @ 1:41 pm

In my 3D, or real, life many times I get asked ‘What about Vista? Is it worth it? and Will my computer/laptop run it?’.
Over the last months I have installed Windows on many computers, different configurations. Personally I admit loving Windows Vista, but maybe this is because I know what Windows can do.
I have no exotic software, most software I use comes from well known manufacturers and already worked in Vista Beta times. But I disgress.
Here are some of my observations on Windows Vista and its hardware requirements.

It’s all about the memory!

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Two New Mac Vs PC Ads

Originally posted on April 12, 2007 @ 5:33 pm

I don’t use a mac, and I probably never will but when it comes to the Mac vs. PC ads I give Apple some credit, they are hilarious. Looks like Apple is taking a strike back at all the windows fan boys who say Macs are for unproductive artists in a rather humorous manner. These two ads are some of the better ones in my opinion. What is your favorite? Post in the comments.


Daylight Savings 2007

Originally posted on March 10, 2007 @ 5:43 pm

Pocket WatchOn August 8, 2005, President George W. Bush signed the Energy Policy Act of 2005.

This Act changed the time change dates for Daylight Saving Time in the United States.

That’s right, it’s daylight savings time again… you know, spring forward, fall back and as an added bonus, one less hour of sleep. Thanks Bush.

Make sure that before you go to bed tonight, you set your clocks ahead one hour or you’ll be messed up in the morning.

Don’t forget to also update your PC since this is a new thing; last year, daylight savings was on April 2.

For a little added bonus, check out the U.S. Naval Observatory website for some trivia and the official word on daylight savings.

The Secretary of Energy will report the impact of this change by President Bush to Congress.

Congress retains the right to resume the 2005 Daylight Saving Time schedule once the Department of Energy study is complete.

Did you know that not all places in the U.S. observe daylight time?

In particular, Hawaii and most of Arizona do not use it. Indiana adopted its use beginning in 2006.

Many other countries observe some form of “summer time”, but they do not necessarily change their clocks on the same dates as the United States.