All Gadget » Personal Computers (PCs) http://www.allgadget.com Latest Gadget News and Updates Sat, 11 Sep 2010 05:39:43 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Gecko Surfboard – The World’s Most Energy-Efficient Desktop Computer http://www.allgadget.com/2009/12/gecko-surfboard-the-worlds-most-energy-efficient-desktop-computer/ http://www.allgadget.com/2009/12/gecko-surfboard-the-worlds-most-energy-efficient-desktop-computer/#comments Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:58:27 +0000 szehau http://www.allgadget.com/?p=172 This is a interesting desktop computer - Gecko Surfboard. It claims to be the world's most energy-efficient desktop computer. The Gecko Surfboard does not look like a computer, it looks like a keyboard!

Everything - the CPU, hard disk, RAM, graphics card ... - is hidden underneath the keyboard. And the size of the so called desktop computer is no larger than a standard keyboard.

NorhTec Gekco Surfboard (Front)

Gecko Surfboard is created by a Thailand based company - NorhTec. According to NorhTec, Gecko Surfboard only uses 5 watts to operate which is about 72% of energy saving if compared to a normal desktop computer which uses 175 watts to operate.

The device runs on a 1GHz x86 SoC (System on Chip) and operate fanlessly. The processor Vortex86MX which is used by its previous Gecko products was re-branded as XCore86 and was characterized as a "light-duty" processor that provides enough power to run Windows XP, Windows CE, or one of several different Linux distributions.

NorhTec Xcore86

The device includes a RJ45 connector for 10/100 Ethernet, a headphone jack, a microphone input, two USB 2.0 ports, and a serial port. Gecko Surfboard also has two SD/SDHC slots, permitting the computer's primary storage to be solid-state.

NorhTec Gekco Surfboard (Rear)

Features and specifications listed by NorhTec:

  • Processor - Xcore86 (Vortex86MX) SoC clocked at 1.0GHz
  • Memory - 512MB of DDR2 RAM
  • Storage - SD/SDHC card or IDE-interfaced 2.5-inch hard disk drive
  • Display - VGA and composite video output (resolution not specified)
  • Networking: LAN - 10/100 Ethernet, WLAN - 802.11b/g (optional), WAN - 3G module (optional)
  • Other I/O: 1 x VGA, 1 x composite, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x serial, Audio - mic in and headphones out
  • Power requirements - 12VDC via AC adapter (requires only 5 Watts)
  • Dimensions - n/s, but no larger than standard keyboard
  • Weight - n/s
  • Operating system -- Linux or Windows XP

This device is definitely design for playing games and play high definition video but it is good enough to do word processing and surf the Internet.

Gecko Surfboard is pretty cheap in price. The device will cost approximately $99 with Linux and $150 with Windows XP. The availability date for this  device is unknown but will be introduced at next month's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and go on sale subsequently.

Take a look at the demo of Gecko Surfboard

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Transformers - Optimus Prime - PC Case Mod

The Optimus Prime PC case mod was originally crafted by 36-year-old John Mangus from Pennsylvania. This Transformer actually does transform from PC case mod to robot, and stands 6'10" tall.

System specifications for the Optimus Prime PC:

  • Height: 6'10"
  • Weight: 125 lbs
  • Motherboard: EVGA nForce 680i SLI
  • Graphics cards: (2) GeForce 8800GTS OC
  • Case: Custom Built Optimus Prime Case
  • PSU: Enermax 1000W Power Supply
  • RAM: 2GB (Corsair XMS2 2x1GB RAM)
  • CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E6850
  • HDDs: (2) Western Digital RaptorX 150GB

[ExtremeTech]

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Dell Inspiron One 19

The size of Dell Inspiron One 19 is 15.21 inch (height) x 18.79 inch (width) x 4.09 inch (depth) which consist of CPU unit, display unit, hard disk  and optical drive, all in one box.

Dell Inspiron One 19 - Touch Screen

The all-in-one design has only one cord - to the power supply. The unit also includes user friendly touch application with optional multi-touch screen.

The size of display unit is 18.5 inch, wide screen and Hi-definition display. To make your work place  much more convenience,  Dell Inspiron One 19 uses wireless mouse and keyboard.

To make it multimedia-enabled, Dell Inspiron One 19 comes with a pair of integrated 2.0 channel audio with 2 2W speakers, 1.3MP webcam and media card reader.

Dell Inspiron One 19 Desktop Specification

  • Intel®  Celeron®  450 or Intel®  Pentium®  Dual CoreTM  E5300
  • Genuine Windows ®  7 Home Premium 64-Bit or Genuine Windows ® Home Basic 64-bit or Ubuntu Linux® 9.04
  • 2GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 800MHz (2x1GB) or 3GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 800MHz (1GB+2GB) or 4GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 800MHz (2x2GB)
  • 320GB - 7200RPM, SATA 3.0Gb/s, 16MB Cache or 500GB - 7200RPM, SATA 3.0Gb/s, 16MB Cache or 640GB - 7200RPM, SATA 3.0Gb/s, 16MB Cache
  • Single drive: 16x DVD+/-RW; Writes to CD/DVD
  • Integrated Intel®  GMA x4500 Graphics
  • 18.5" 16:9 WXGA (1366x 768)
  • Integrated 2.0 Channel Audio and Dual 2W side speakers
  • Integrated Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000), 802.11b/g antenna only, 802.11b/g mini-Card & antenna
  • Dell USB Keyboard and Mouse and Dell Wireless Keyboard and Mouse
  • Front/Left ports - 8-in-1 media card reader (cards supported: Secure Digital,TM  Secure Digital Input/Output (SDIO), Multi Media CardTM  (MMC), Memory Stick,®  Memory Stick PRO,®  xD PictureTM  Card(xD), Hi Speed- SD, Hi Density – SD), IEEE 1394 port, USB 2.0 ports (3), Microphone connector, Headphone connector
  • Rear ports - Power adapter connector, Parallel port, Ethernet connector, PS/2 connector, USB 2.0 ports(2), Line out connector, PS/2 connector, Serial port, Kensington lock slot, VESA mount

Dell Inspiron One 19 Desktop's price from RM1,999 in Malaysia.

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]]> http://www.allgadget.com/2009/12/dell-inspiron-one-19-desktop-all-in-one-solution/feed/ 0 Dell Inspiron Zino HD Desktop, another Mac Mini? http://www.allgadget.com/2009/12/dell-inspiron-zino-hd-desktop-another-mac-mini/ http://www.allgadget.com/2009/12/dell-inspiron-zino-hd-desktop-another-mac-mini/#comments Fri, 11 Dec 2009 18:16:40 +0000 admin http://www.allgadget.com/?p=155 Dell Inspiron Zino HD is a mini desktop computer. It looks like a Mini Mac, a small square box, all in one box but slightly bigger than Mac mini.

Dell Inspiron zino HD

The size of Mac mini is 6.5 inch x 6.5 inch x 2 inch while the Dell Inspiron Zino HD is 7.8 inch x 7.8 inch x 3.4 inch and the thickness of Dell's looks much greater than the Mac one.

The box is perfectly design to be small, although it is not as small as Mac mini, to be fit about at anywhere. The Dell Inspiron Zino HD comes with the option to interchange a choice of variant color options so that it can be blend in or stand out of your home design.

Dell Inspiron zino HD - Colorful

Dell Inspiron zino HD - Small

Dell Inspiron Zino HS comes with HDMI port,  4-in-1 media card reader, DVD-RW or Blu-Ray Disc drive that make it a home entertainment-capable device.

Dell Inspiron Zino HD Specification

  • Processor - AMD Athlon Neo X2 6850e or AMD Athlon X2 3250e or AMD Athlon 2850e or AMD Athlon 2650e
  • Operation Systems - Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit or Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit or Genuine Windows®  7 Starter 32-Bit or Ubuntu  Linux  9.04
  • 250 GB (7200 rpm, SATA II) or 320 GB (7200 rpm, SATA II) or 500 GB (7200 rpm, SATA II) or 750 GB (7200 rpm, SATA II) or 1 TB (7200 rpm, SATA II)
  • Optical Disc - 8x DVD +/- RW or DVDRW/BD-ROM
  • Graphics - Integrated ATI Mobility RadeonTM  HD 3200 or ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4330 (optional)
  • Sound Cards - Integrated audio with analog stereo and digital 5.1
  • Communication - Broadcom BCM57780 10/100/1000, Mini PCIe WLAN card (802.11 b/g or 802.11 a/b/g/n)
  • Front Ports - Two USB 2.0 connectors, One headphone connector, One 4-in-1 memory card reader
  • Rear Ports - One microphOne connector, One line-out connector, One VGA connector, One RJ45 connector (10/100/1000), two USB 2.0-compliant connectors, two eSATA connectors, one HDMI connector

Dell Inspiron Zino HD price from RM1,199 in Malaysia or US$229 in United States.

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BrailleNote

BrailleNote also comes with built-in network accesses like Ethernet, Wi-Fi, bluetooth and USB ports. The price of the device is unknown. If you are interested in buying this device, please visit HumanWare website.

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]]> http://www.allgadget.com/2009/11/braillenote/feed/ 0 Solar Charging USB – Recharge Your Gadgets Anywhere http://www.allgadget.com/2009/07/solar-charging-usb-recharge-your-gadgets-anywhere/ http://www.allgadget.com/2009/07/solar-charging-usb-recharge-your-gadgets-anywhere/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2009 18:41:45 +0000 szehau http://www.allgadget.com/?p=90 You can now recharge your mobile phone, PDA, MP3/MP4 player or iPod on the move at any place as long as there is sunlight. Brando’s USB Solar Charging 4-Port Hub works both as a USB hub and a portable charger.

Solar Charging Hub

Other than working as a USB hub when it is plugged into computer, this little thing works as a charger that's fueled by the power of the sun. Besides, its' built-in lithium battery can also be recharged by AC power and car power.

For only $20, it's a lightweight, portable and very convenient device for you to take along with when you are out for travel or business.

The products also come with six mobile phone connectors that can recharge most known mobile phone types and USB interfacing digital products:

  • Nokia II (2mm)
  • Nokia I (3.5mm)
  • Mini USB (for Motorola/HTC/Dopod/MP3/MP4)
  • LG
  • Samsung i900
  • Sony Ericsson

Read more about USB Solar Charging 4-Port Hub.

[Via LifeHacker]

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Intel 

It sounds like there is another "World" in Intel. In Intel their stars are their scientist while in our world are Britney Spear, Micheal Jackson and etc.

 

Have fun with the advertisement videos :)

[via Gizmodo]

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]]> http://www.allgadget.com/2009/05/intel-creative-advertisement/feed/ 0 Dell’s Studio One 19 http://www.allgadget.com/2009/04/dell%e2%80%99s-studio-one-19/ http://www.allgadget.com/2009/04/dell%e2%80%99s-studio-one-19/#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:27:00 +0000 szehau http://www.allgadget.com/?p=38 Dell demos multitouch features on the Studio 19 together with the coming release of Windows 7. The all-in-one Studio One 19 desktop system is due to start shipping soon. All-in-one means the  functional desktop components that make it a PC are integrated with the 18.5” display.

Dell Studio One 19 

 

The desktop comes with several colors for cosumer to choose: Solid Pure White, Tuscan Red, Navy Blue, Powder Pink and Charcoal. The starting price for Studio One 19 is $699 and will be first available in Japan.

It looks like a cheaper version on iMac. That's good because consumer can have more choice with cheaper and better PC. Josh Duncan from the product team demos on the Studio One 19 features especially the multitouch feature on the display.

[Engadget]

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