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Lenovo LePad Dual Mode Hybrid Netbook/Tablet

by Joe on January 6, 2011

At CES, Lenovo has introduced a slick little dual mode netbook / tablet combination dubbed the LePad Slate.  Switch between Window 7 and Android 2.2operating systems using the functionality of a laptop and the portability of a tablet when on the go.

The U1 version sports the Intel CULV processor and when in tablet mode a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor runs the show with seamless on the fly switching from tablet to CPU.  Pricing for the Lepad Slate begins at $520 and with the U1 base a $1,300 price tag is set.  More in the press release after the break. [click to continue…]

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enTourage eDGe

by Joe on January 16, 2010

The enTourage eDGe™ is the world’s first dualbook, combining the functions of an e-reader, netbook, notepad, and audio/video recorder and player in one.

Get books wirelessly, move files onto your enTourage eDGe™ using an SD card or a USB flash drive. Use the mini-USB port to move files back and forth from a Windows, MAC, or Linux-based PC.

Photo from CES 2010

enTourage eDGe™ e-reader portion has a spacious 9.7 inch screen and also uses e-Ink® technology allowing the user to take notes on the book being read.  Open a journal page and enter drawings with the stylus or text — either by hand or using the virtual keyboard.  Save your notes and journals to the enTourage eDGe™, to a server, or email them other people.  The enTourage eDGe™ can read both ePub files and PDFs.

The enTourage eDGe™ 10.1 inch color touchscreen is a whole netbook, ready to play movies or MP3s, organize your books, notes, and pictures, or let you instant message your friends.  Use the netbook in portrait or landscape mode.  View images from the e-book you’re reading on the color display. Open a virtual keyboard and type instant messages or emails. The netbook includes an audio recorder to capture lectures for later playback or sharing. The enTourage eDGe™ also has a video camera to record still images or movies as MP4s or 3GP files. Plug in headphones or a microphone or use the built in speaker and recorder.

The netbook functionality comes with web browsing using the built in WiFi®, audio/video record and playback, an email function and contacts list, a calculator, an alarm clock, and a library function to manage your books and files.  The enTourage eDGe™ uses the Google® Android® operating system, so you can add other applications.

At about 3 pounds and with a 16 hour lithium ion battery the enTourage eDGe™ should be able to keep up with any person all day long.  Carry thousands of books with the built-in 3 GB of usable memory.  Use an SD card or a USB flash drive to add to the storage, or move files to and from an MP3 player, phone, PC, or camera.

The enTourage eDGe™ comes in at $490.00 which is not completely outrageous considering the functionality.  If black is not the color of choice expect to hand over an extra $40.00.  Preorder now at www.entourageedge.com.

Technical Specs

  • Dimensions: 8.25″ x 10.75″ by 1.0″ (closed)
  • Weight: approx. 3.0 lbs
  • Internal Memory: 4 GB (3 GB for user) up to 3000 books
  • E-reader File Formats: ePub, PDF
  • LCD Touchscreen Display Size: 1024 x 600 (10.1″)
  • E-paper Display Size: 9.7″ e-Ink®(1200 x 825), 8 shades of gray
  • E-paper Input: Wacom® Penabled®
  • Operating System: Linux with Google® Android®
  • Screen Rotation: 90 and 180 degrees
  • Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 b/g, Bluetooth capability
  • Battery Life: 16+ hours utilizing the e-reader screen / up to 6 hours running the LCD screen
  • Battery Type: Lithium-ion polymer
  • External Memory: SD card slot, 2 USB ports
  • Audio and Microphone Jack: 3.5 mm each. Includes internal microphone and speakers.
  • Audio playback: MP3, WAV, 3GPP, MP4, AMR, AAC, OGG, M4A
  • Video playback: 3GP, MP4, Adobe Flash Lite (H.264)
  • Input: Stylus input on e-paper and touchscreen. Virtual keyboard. USB keyboard (optional)

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Lenovo IdeaPad U1: World’s First Hybrid Notebook Revealed at CES 2010

by Joe on January 8, 2010

Lenovo has knocked out the worlds first hybrid notebook the IdeaPad U1 at CES 2010.  IdeaPad U1  embodies two totally separate stand alone devices rolled into one.

The IdeaPad U1 is really more of a netbook size with a screen size at 11.6 inches, but weighs in at a hefty 3.8lbs.  The system boasts an HD LED screen and runs Windows 7.  The two separate devices are said to function seamlessly when connected together and when disjointed processes are uninterrupted.

Release the1.6 pound multitouch screen from the top cover panel and the IdeaPad U1 becomes a handheld slate tablet device with a powerful ARM processor, running Lenovo’s customized Skylight operating system and 3G wireless capabilites.

This new gem will set you back about $1,000 on June 1, 2010 when it becomes available.  More in the press release after the break. [click to continue…]

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Zemno DeskBook Pro

by Joe on November 28, 2009

If you’ve ever wanted a stylish usefull way to expand your MacBook’s or PC’s capabilities look no further.  Zemno has you covered with their stylish DeskBook Pro.  Keep yourself on the go with the ability to expand your hard drive storage to 500GB x2 or a 2.5 hour lithium ion battery x 2 or a combinantion of the two with a technology Zemno calls ModBay.  Also, don’t forget all the other ports and features.  Take a look at the image below.

DeskBook Pro doesn’t come exactly cheap though at $499.99, but neither does a Macbook.

[via The Gadgeteer]

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