Acer has just announced its newest Predator Series gaming rig, the AG3600. Spec-wise, this bad boy’s got a 2nd generation Intel Core i5 2300 CPU under the hood with Intel’s H67 chipset and Turbo Boost 2.0. It’s also packing discrete NVIDIA GeForce GT 420 graphics, 8GB of DDR3 SDRAM, and a 1.5TB SATA hard drive. In addition, it’s got a multicard reader, three PCI Express x1 slots, 10 USB 2.0 ports, three audio ins, mini HDMI, DVI and a D-SUB port. The Predator AG3600 is available now for somewhere in the realm of $899. Full press release is below. Continue reading Acer bumps out Aspire Predator AG3600 gaming rig Acer bumps out Aspire Predator AG3600 gaming rig originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Gateway has just announced updates to its line of desktop computers with the FX, DX, and SX Series. The new desktops will now boast Intel’s Core i5 2300 processors, and Intel’s HD67 Express chipset. In addition, the desktops will get a boost from newer graphics in the form of NVIDIA’s GeForce GT440. The FX 6850-51 boasts 1.5GB of video memory, 1GB of RAM, and a 1TB hard drive. Several other FX models pack Intel Core i7 CPUs, up to 9GB of memory, and up to 1.5TB hard drives, plus a choice of Blu-ray / DVD combo drives. The DX Series also boast Blu-ray drives, a hard drive expansion bay, and an up to 1.5TB SATA drive (expandable to 3.5TB total). The Gateway FX6850-51 will be available starting next week for $999, while the new DX models, which include the DX4350-43, the DX4850-27, and the DX4850-45, will be available next week with prices ranging from $599.99 to $749.99. In addition, the newly thinned down SX Series desktops (including the SX2803-25e, the SX2851-09e, the SX2851-41, and the SX2851-41e) will now boast the device dock previously seen on the DX Series, and will also be available next week with a starting price of $499.99. Full press release is after the break. Continue reading Gateway updates FX and DX Series desktops with Core i5 2300 CPUs Gateway updates FX and DX Series desktops with Core i5 2300 CPUs originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Origin PC takes Genesis and Big O gaming desktops to 5GHz with overclocked Core i7 2600k
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Who says you need a vat of liquid nitrogen and a voided warranty to push your gaming rig to 5GHz? Here at CES, Origin PC has just announced one killer upgrade for its Genesis and Big O desktop range: an overclocked Core i7 2600k processor that’s pushed to 5GHz from the factory. Naturally, the release coincides with Intel’s new Sandy Bridge rollout, with this particular chip touting Turbo Boost 2.0 and an integrated memory controller. You’ll also get three-way SLI, a customized liquid cooling setup (phew!) and a refreshed EFI BIOS from ASUS that features “convenient mouse controls and an entirely new user interface.” If you’re looking for something a wee bit more portable (but not exact bantam), you’ll be thrilled to know that its Eon 15 and 17 gaming laptops will also start shipping soon with Intel’s second-generation Core i5 / i7 CPUs; pair that with a GeForce GTX 485M, an optional TV tuner and four slots of DDR3 memory, and you’ll have yourself a sufficient little LAN party rig. There’s no mention of dollars and cents, but we’re confident the build sheets will be updated soon on Origin’s order pages. Continue reading Origin PC takes Genesis and Big O gaming desktops to 5GHz with overclocked Core i7 2600k Origin PC takes Genesis and Big O gaming desktops to 5GHz with overclocked Core i7 2600k originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Oh yes, that up there is Samsung’s new 13.3-inch 9 Series laptop, and yes, it’s said to be the “thinnest and lightest 13-inch notebook available.” Revealed ahead of Samsung’s CES presser, the duralumin machine weighs just 2.89 pounds and measures .68 inches thick — in comparison, the 13-inch MacBook Air measures 0.11 to 0.68 inches thick and weighs 2.9 pounds. Those specs seem pretty darn comparable to us, but there’s no denying this thing is rail thing, so we guess we can let Samsung slide with its lofty marketing claims. Unlike the others that have attempted to craft incredibly thin Windows laptops (see: Adamo XPS ), Samsung has managed to cram this thing with power, ports, and features. There’s no optical drive, but it has Ethernet, HDMI, and USB sockets and a headphone jack. Perhaps even more impressive is what’s Inside — it’s got a brand new Core i5 2537M processor , 128GB SSD, and 4GB of RAM. Not enough for you? Its backlit keyboard, 400 nit LED-backlit display, and two 1.5-watt speakers and a sub-woofer should seal the deal. So, how much for that beauty? Samsung says it should be around $1,600, though it isn’t providing a release date right now. We are bursting at the seams to get our hands all over that daring black chassis — stay tuned for some hands-on impressions. Gallery: Samsung 9 Series laptop Samsung 9 Series laptop unveiled, ready to slice some MacBook Air originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Fujitsu announces Intel Oak Trail-powered Windows 7 slate, Android tablet coming later this year
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Given Fujitsu’s long long history of making tablets it’s not much of a surprise to see the company venturing into the modern-day slate business, and while there won’t be a formal announcement of its 10.1-inch Windows 7 slate and future Android tablet today, the company has decided to release some details about its forthcoming touchscreen slabs here at CES . Unlike past Windows 7 slates, Fujitsu’s unnamed tablet is powered by Intel’s new Oak Trail Atom Z670 processor, which was designed specifically for tablets and should improve both battery life and performance. In addition to the new silicon, the 1.5-pound slate has 2GB of RAM, dual cameras, and an all-important removable battery bay that can store two- and four-cell batteries. It certainly sounds like one of the better spec’d Windows 7 tablets out there, and Fujitsu also seems to be using some sort of Windows skin (there’s another picture after the break), but Fujitsu isn’t only betting on a Microsoft version — it’s also planning to introduce an Android version once Honeycomb is ready for larger touchscreen devices. According to the company, the Google model won’t be ready until the end of 2011, but the Windows configuration should be ready to ship early in the second quarter. Word on the street is that Fujitsu has brought a working Windows 7 unit to Vegas as well as a waterproof tablet concept so stay tuned for all sorts of zany impressions. Continue reading Fujitsu announces Intel Oak Trail-powered Windows 7 slate, Android tablet coming later this year Fujitsu announces Intel Oak Trail-powered Windows 7 slate, Android tablet coming later this year originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Fujitsu unleashes four LifeBooks with new Intel processors, AH572 promises 3D viewing and recording
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The Intel Core 2011 laptops just don’t stop rolling in here at CES , and today Fujitsu is jumping on the Sandybridge train with four new LifeBook laptops. We’ll start with the most intriguing of ‘em all — the 15.6-inch AH572, which not only boasts 3D viewing with included polarized glasses but can record 3D video through its dual integrated cameras. For $999, there’s no doubt that the 3D features sound pretty awesome and we’re planning to go hands-on with that all later tonight, but let’s not forget about the rest of the impressive package — it packs a Core i5-2410M processor, Intel’s WiDi 2.0, and supports up to 6GB of RAM. Not enough power for ya? Chin up, Fujitsu’s got the 17.3-inch NH751 too, which boasts an quad-core Core i7-2630QM processor, NVIDIA’s fresh 500M graphics, and a Blu-ray drive for $1,200. In true Fujitsu spirit, there’s also a convertible tablet; the 13.3-inch T901 is powered by Intel’s latest Core i5 and i7 processors and is the first tablet to include NVIDIA’s Optimus graphics. Like most of Fujitsu’s other tablets , it has a multitouch display with an active digitizer for taking notes as well as a modular bay for swapping in a second battery or hard drive. This one will retail for about $1,900 and won’t be available until this spring. Last but not least is the 12.1-inch P771, which is all about packing power into a smaller chassis. The black glossy system is powered by Intel’s latest Core i7 processors, has a USB 3.0 port as well as a dual-layer DVD drive. There’s no word on pricing on the last of the four, but if you’re dying for a few more details on the LifeBook quadruplets head on down below for the full press release. Continue reading Fujitsu unleashes four LifeBooks with new Intel processors, AH572 promises 3D viewing and recording Fujitsu unleashes four LifeBooks with new Intel processors, AH572 promises 3D viewing and recording originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Toshiba’s Satellite E305 packs a new Core i5 CPU and WiDi 2.0, coming only to Best Buy
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Best Buy and Toshiba have always shared special kind of love with their Blue Label laptops , and now both are continuing that partnership to bring you the next one of those systems — the Satellite E305. Like the previous E205 version , the system packs all the latest technology from Intel, including a new Sandy Bridge Core i5 processor and WiDi 2.0 , which as you may know by now supports full 1080p video. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg, Tosh has equipped the system with a hybrid hard drive system — it pairs a 5GB flash drive for the OS and a 7200RPM hard drive. It also has a USB 3.0 port and Blu-ray drive. It pretty much has everything you’ve ever wanted except say for discrete graphics, but has drastically revamped the 5-pound rig with a alumnium finish, backlit keyboard, and new ClickPad. It’s all great news until you realize that it won’t actually hit those Best Buy shelves until the Spring. Sadly no word on pricing either, but hit the break for some nice hands-on shots. Gallery: Toshiba Satellite E305 Toshiba’s Satellite E305 packs a new Core i5 CPU and WiDi 2.0, coming only to Best Buy originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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It was no secret that Amazon was working an Android app store , including some early work with developers , but Amazon’s “Appstore” (see what they did with the space there?) Developer Portal just went live. So, no doubt that this is happening, if there was any left in your mind, and we’ve got a nice stack of details on the store to tide us over until Amazon launches this thing. Amazon is looking to strike a balance between Apple’s ultra strict store rules and Google’s unvetted mayhem, and will be examining and testing each app before it goes onto the store. Amazon is also going to control pricing, with developers allowed to set a “list price” that Amazon will riff on, adjusting the price based on magical algorithms. There’s the standard 70 / 30 split, and Amazon promises that the developer will get no less than 20 percent of the list price. Apps will be promoted to folks browsing Amazon.com just like how Kindle books pop up among physical goods, and can be “pushed” to your device similarly. It’s all very intriguing if it catches on, which seems particularly likely on non-blessed devices that don’t have access to Google’s Market (like the bevy of WiFi-only tablets, the market Amazon claims to be targeting), and developers who want to get in on the action can fork over $99 today to get started. Amazon opens Appstore Developer program, is obviously doing an app store originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:44:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …The Vyne lets you wear your iPhone or iPod touch, whether you want to is still up for debate
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It seems like wearing your gadgets is all the rage these days, and the Vyne is no exception. A belt-like flexible strip of plastic with a clip on the end for your iPod touch or iPhone (though we suppose it should work with any gadget that has the right dimensions), this product isn’t wholly unlike the Gorillapod. There’s no word on price or release date just yet, but just think of all the attention you’ll get while using this in public. Then again, your hands will be free to do tons of other things — like checking the time on your iPod nano wristwatch . The Vyne lets you wear your iPhone or iPod touch, whether you want to is still up for debate originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …‘Built for BlackBerry’ program is ready to add another label to your BB and PlayBook accessories
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Look for the logo, says RIM. Don’t look for the distinctively BlackBerry -shaped case, car mount, screen protector, or holster … look for the logo. Apparently, BlackBerry users have been struggling with picking out accessories for their smartphones, so RIM has decided to roll out a licensing program for specially certified “Built for BlackBerry” peripherals. Case-mate, Incipio, Speck and other manufacturers have already signed up for this authentic accessory program and you’ll see a video loaded with marketing speak after the break explaining the synergistic benefits flowing from this industrial collaboration. Continue reading ‘Built for BlackBerry’ program is ready to add another label to your BB and PlayBook accessories ‘Built for BlackBerry’ program is ready to add another label to your BB and PlayBook accessories originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:25:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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