Well all know that Everex struggled to release the Cloudbook on time but now we have something new from Everex, the mini gOS Linux PC. The new Everex mini featues a small form factor with a 1.86GHz Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Mobile Processor, 120GB Hard Disk Drive, 512MB DDR2 SDRAM, DVD+/-RW, Intel GMA950 and Realtek ALC268 Audio. In addition the Everex mini is loaded up with Everex gOS linux operating system and will retail for a price of $399
We all know that the Asus Eee has been a huge success and now Asus is ready to take their line of inexpensive computer products to the next level. Introducing E-DT , E-TV, and E-Monitor. The E-DT will be a desktop featuring a Intel Celeron processor and a extremely attractive price of $200-$300. Next up is the E-Monitor, which we be a all-in-one PC similar to the iMac and will feature a 19-21in screen as well as a TV tuner all for a price around $500. And my personal favorite, the E-TV which will be a 42in LCD that will feature a Linux based PC inside the LCD and is expected to only add $200 to the price of a typical 42in LCD. The E-DT, E-Monitor, and E-TV are all expected to be available by September 2008. (Source)
The Lumenlab Qx is an amazing HDTV + PC hybrid. Its not just any PC inside this $10,000 42-inch HDTV, its a top of the line cutting edge PC. Featuring; an Intel Quad Core Qx9650–overclocked to 3.3ghz, GeForce 8800 ultra overclocked video card with 768MB DDR3 RAM (by PNY), 4GB of DDR3 Memory, 3 TB of storage space, and much more to list. They are available now so go order one. [via]
This new USB Bluetooth Adapter from Brando is a full feature Bluetooth 2.0 adapter but is so small can fit into any device without having to worry about any large USB dongles. The device is also Bluetooth 1.1 compliant and even allows for connectivity to 7 Bluetooth devices simultaneously. The best part is that its extremely inexpensive at only $24 More Pics and Specs after The Jump -
I am sure most of you have been reading about all that awesome new gadgets that popped up at this years Consumer Electronics Show. One thing that seriously caught my eye was iRivers UNIT 2. It is an interesting concept that features about 50 gadgets in one. iRiver says the UNIT 2 is the ultimate all-in-one solution for integrating your personal digital content such as music, photos and movies with your TV and set-top box. It comes with a base unit, a portable unit, and a remote unit.
The device features phone and web functionality includes: Audio, Video, DVD player, DiVX player, CD player, FM Tuner, VoIP phone, VoIP Video Phone, SMS/MMS, Web Browsing, Web Mail. Its 7” (800 x 600) touch screen interface makes navigation easy and the built-in high-quality stereo speakers produce every nuance of your favorite music and video entertainment. UNIT 2’s communication features include Wi-Fi, a Built-in Mic and Wireless AP. Storage capabilities include both a 30BG hard disc drive and 2GB of NAND Flash. More Pictures.
CES is just starting to heat up as Logitech just introduced a new product, the DiNovo Mini Wireless Keyboard. The Keyboard is designed for media center applications as it uses Bluetooth 2.0 for a stable, long range use compared to RF as well as incorporating a long lasting lithium-ion rechargeable battery. The new keyboard also uses a innovative touchpad that doubles as a a normal mousepad but also doubles as a controller for Windows Media Center. Its small form factor allows for it to be placed in a living room in conjunction with a media center pc or even a PS3 and will retail for $149.99.
Bitmicro has created a 461GB Solid State Disk Drive. The E-Disk Altima flash drives are standard 2.5-inch Serial ATA (SATA), and are engineered to be very reliable. They can operate in temperatures of -40 to +85 degrees Celsius, and withstand substantial shock. Based on current flash memory prices, these things are going to be pretty pricey and will be built specifically for industrial and military applications. The 461GB Bitmicro E-Disk Altima is said to be available March of 2008. [via] Read more specs.
Today at CEDIA, Sony has announced what would be an amazing addition to any home theater. The HES-V1000 is a 500GB Media Server and 200 disc Blu-Ray player. It features DLNA-allowing you to steam it where ever you want (on your local network) in 1080p. Sony’s x-Pict Story HD and x-ScrapBook both allow you to stream the pictures stored on the HES-V1000 to equipped digital picture frames throughout your house. The MSRP for this machine is $3,300, GET ONE NOW!
Recently Amex Digital unveiled its newest product the TSK-VX7, a touchscreen wireless keyboard introduced at Computex 2007. This new keyboard use a touch sensitive panel instead of traditional keys on the keyboard and provides a unique experience for the consumer. The keyboard is a fully featured multimedia style keyboard with numerous hot keys and navigation buttons, all while staying connected with 2.4ghz RF technology. This keyboard is a very unique product and is clearly not aimed for everyone, but for people who enjoy touch sensitive keys this new product will be a hit.Photos and Press Release - Read the rest of this entry.
Asus recently introduced the C90, a new breed of laptops that allow the customer to upgrade nearly the entire laptop’s components in a matter of minutes. The C90 allows everything form the optical drive to the GPU and processor to be changed out easily by the customer. The C90 will start at a reasonable price of $1,500 and will include some useful ports such as eSATA and HDMI and allows the choice for a high-def optical drive for additional costs. According to ASUS the system’s CPU will be as easy as upgrading your desktops processor and the GPU will be just as easy and will consist of Nvidia 8600 and 8500 options. The new user-upgradeable components now allows laptops users to increase the performance of their machines without having to buy a complete replacement.
Today Alienware’s new High-Def HTPC was released, the Hanger18. This new offering from Alienware allows for dual TV tuners (up to 4 can be configured), onboard 5.1 amp, HDMI out, space for 4GB of memory, and 2TB of storage space all powered by an AMD Athlon 64 X2 dual-core CPU. The Hanger18 comes in two variations, a 720p or 1080p capable system and includes a gyration remote to replace the old wireless mouse. At a base price of $1,999 this new offering form Alienware is not cheap but offers plenty of storage and speed for a Media Center PCPhotos -
This year at Computex 2007 (one of the largest computer hardware trade shows on the planet) several companies are displaying some radical new designs for basic computer components. One of thoee new designs is ThermalRight’s new heatsink chassis. This new computer case is actually one giant heatsink built to help dissipate heat from the processor, perfect for a fan less HTPC application. the concept is very simple, inside, there’s a base plate that allows for contact with your processor, the base plate is then connected directly to the main body of the case, which allows for a completely unique and effective cooling solution.
March 4th, 2008 | 
Tim Zastrow | Computers, Desktops, Media PCs | 
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