Have Laptop Will Travel

Google Chrome OS to be demoed on Thursday

Originally posted on November 17, 2009 @ 7:14 pm

Google’s much-awaited Chrome OS will be getting its first public demo on Thursday, Electronista reports. An event will be happening on that day will include a complete overview of the web-centric OS, including its technical underpinnings as well as demos.

Now the whole world has waited with bated breath as to what Chrome holds for us netbook owners. I mean, Windows is really the dominant OS right now for netbooks, and Linux can’t seem to go beyond the dedicated community of developers. Maybe Chrome will be the OS to actually challenge Microsoft. I can’t wait to see what happens.

CINQ: portable extra monitor for those times one screen isn’t enough.

Originally posted on January 12, 2010 @ 9:40 am

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I’ve only recently began to appreciate the awesomeness of using multiple monitors. I’ve always thought multiple monitors are overindulgent and for a mere blogger like me who doesn’t dabble in graphics design or video editing, a single monitor seemed enough. That is, of course until I tried setting up a nice multi-monitor setup on my laptop and I swear, I feel more productive. Dual monitors are also attributed to a 30-50% rise in productivity, so I really wanted to try that setup. Now that I use dual monitors, I don’t know how I can live and work without it.

Now remember, I’m using a laptop. Which, obviously is a portable system. And monitors aren’t exactly the most portable stuff to carry around. In fact, I’d like to meet somebody carrying around an extra monitor on a daily basis. Anyway, if a secondary mnitor that you can carry around everywhere is what you’re looking for, then the CINQ might be the gadget for you. [Read more…]

Is the Google netbook coming?

Originally posted on December 21, 2009 @ 1:41 am

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Fresh off the heels of the Nexus One announcement, it seems that Google is not yet finished pulling off another surprise in the hardware department.

Google has been working with hardware manufacturers in Chrome OS-related matters to ensure a good customer experience when the OS comes out next year. According to a Google FAQ, “The Google Chrome OS team is currently working with a number of technology companies to design and build devices that deliver an extraordinary end user experience. Among others, these companies include Acer, Adobe, ASUS, Freescale, Hewlett-Packard, Lenovo, Qualcomm, Texas Instruments, and Toshiba.” [Read more…]

Nokia Booklet 3G Unboxing Video

Originally posted on September 20, 2009 @ 11:37 pm

Okay, the video is in Greek, but still. This is the first look we’ll all get of the much-awaited Nokia Booklet 3G.

Nokia Booklet 3G running Windows 7 Starter now available for pre-order at Best Buy

Originally posted on October 29, 2009 @ 10:00 am

Those excited to get their hands on the much-awaited Nokia Booklet 3G can now purchase the netbooks for pre-order at Best Buy. The netbooks go for $599, and they come with Windows 7 Starter installed.

With Windows 7 Starter, that means no Aero, and a lot of missing features. You can’t even change the wallpaper, for crying out loud. This is what you get for $599? Not good, if you ask me.