Not a bad deal at $100 off… the Dell Inspiron Mini 10 with TV Tuner for only $299 here.  The Inspiron Mini 10 is powered by an Intel Atom 1.6GHz N270 processor.  Video after the break.

MSI just released two new versions of the U230 netbook (the Wind12 U230-033 and U230-040) which will replace the Wind12 U210.

Weighing in at just 3.3 pounds both versions of the U230 ship with 2GB of DDR2 memory, with a 6-cell battery and Windows 7 Home Premium operating system.  The newest editions to the Wind family are loaded with a 12.1” HD (1366×768) 16:9 aspect ratio LCD and an ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics card.  The combination delivers a bright widescreen visual experience with exceptional color saturation and crisp imagery.

The Wind12 U230 also features MSI’s EDS (Ergonomic De-stress) keyboard with keys that are 51% larger than those on a standard keyboard.  The larger keys greatly improve finger contact range, which reduces stress on fingers and wrists to improve accuracy and comfort. Additionally, MSI included a 1.3M webcam, HDMI port, 3 USB 2.0 ports, VGA port, and a 4×1 card reader in the new U230 notebooks.

One of my favorite things about MAINGEAR as a manufacturer is the fact that they don’t subsidize computer builds by filling your new computer with bloatware and crap software that you don’t want.  Doesn’t sound like a big deal… but I typically spend the first several hours with a new PC deleting the crapware. 

MAINGEAR just announced their latest laptop the mX-L 15 multimedia notebook for gamers and enthusiasts starting at $999. Read on for the full press release and details..

MAINGEAR Computers, award-winning builders of custom computers for PC gamers and enthusiasts, unveils the new mX-L 15 multimedia notebook, a sophisticated mobile computing solution that gives consumers affordably powerful performance in  a sleek design starting at $999.

Processing Power – mX-L 15 features the all new  Intel® Core™ i5 / i7 mobile processors that boast a combination of fast cache, Turbo Boost Technology, and Hyper-Threading for faster multi-tasking and multimedia.  Coupled with an integrated memory controller and dual channel DDR3 memory, the mX-L 15 delvers a silky smooth computing experience.

Vivid Graphics – mX-L 15 features ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4570 graphics to give you a visual feast of high definition media and gaming on the vibrant, LED-backlit 15.6″ widescreen display at resolutions up to 1600×900.  You’ll get a clean, crisp image whether you’re working in Excel, surfing the web, or watching high definition movies.

Connectivity, Security, and Expandability– With wireless 802.11b/g/n technology, you get the fastest, most secure wireless experience. Coupled with an integrated fingerprint reader and you can be assured that your system is locked down from unwanted guests. A 2.0MP camera provides for easy tele-conference and is compatible with popular software like Skype. And don’t worry about running out of space on the mX-L. An e-SATA connection will enable you to connect external hard drives at speeds that match your internal storage.

Solid-State Hard Drives– Configurable with solid-state hard drives, the mX-L 15 eliminates moving parts, noise, slow boot times, and heat while drastically improving reliability so your data is kept safe and secure.

Sleek Design – The mX-L packs all these features and power into a package that is thin, aesthetically pleasing, and devoid of any unnecessary design aspects. The mX-L even features a full numeric keypad usually only found in larger, 17″ notebooks and a multi-touch and gesture touchpad that allows users to zoom in and out and scroll through web pages quickly.

Consumers can purchase the mX-L 15 at MAINGEAR’s Web site http://www.maingear.com/custom/laptops/mxl-15/ or order by phone at (888-MAINGEAR).  The base price for the mX-L 15 is $999 and comes with MAINGEAR’s premium Lifetime Labor and Phone Support with a 1 year hardware warranty and is backed by the best in-house support team in the country.

Let’s hope that cool computers like this become a reality in the near future.

“The device of the flexible display allows a new concept in notebook design growing out of the traditional bookformed laptop into unfurling and convolving portable computer.
By virtue of the OLED-Display technology and a multi touch screen the utility of a laptop computer with its weight of a mini-notebook and screen size of 13 inch easily transforms into the graphics tablet, which with its 17-inch flat screen can be also used as a primary monitor.
On top of everything else all computer utilities from power supply through the holding belt to an interactive pen are integrated in Rolltop. This is really an all-in-one gadget.”

I nerdy crazy physics professor at the University of Oklahoma decided to make his point about not bringing laptops to class by… well watch the video after the break and see.

Panasonic just announced their latest model in the Toughbook family, the H1 Field which is targeting field salespeople, healthcare professionals, maintenance workers, etc…  (Maybe it shouldn’t be white if you want maintenance workers using it?)

The Panasonic Toughbook H1 Field also has the option of a Qualcomm Gobi2000 mobile broadband connection, can be dropped from six feet, has a smartcard, RFID and barcode readers built-in, two hot-swappable batteries, a 64GB SSD, and a 10.4-inch dual-touch display.  Add up all that goodness and the standard tough factor that comes with the Toughbook line and you might actually see folks using this next time your rent a car.

Expect to see this tough iPad like device around March 2010 for about $3,400.

Panasonic Toughbook H1 Field – features:

• Genuine Windows 7 (with XP Tablet downgrade option)
• Intel Atom processor Z540 (1.86GHz)
• 2GB RAM
• 64 GB reinforced flex-connect Solid State Drive SSD
• 10.4” XGA sunlight-viewable 500 nit dual-touch LCD
• Circular polarizer with anti-glare and anti-reflective screen treatments
• 6 hour battery life
• Twin hot-swappable batteries
• 3.4 lbs (with both batteries)
• Fully-Rugged
• MIL-STD-810G certified (6 foot drop)*
• Magnesium alloy chassis – encased in polycarbonate
• IP65 certified sealed all-weather design*
• Reinforced flex-connect Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Wide operating temperature range (-20C ~ 60C or -4F ~ 140F)

• Embedded Connectivity
• Optional integrated WWAN / Gobi2000™ mobile broadband (EV-DO and HSPA)
• Intel® WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n
• Bluetooth® v2.1 + EDR

• Integrated Options
• Global positioning system (GPS) receiver
• 2D barcode reader (also 1D capable)
• 2.0 megapixel auto-focus camera with dual LED lights
• RFID reader

• Optional Security Features
• Fingerprint reader
• Contactless SmartCard reader
• Insertable SmartCard reader
• Integrated docking connector
• 10.4” (L) x 10.6” (W) x 1.3” – 2.3” (H)

The coolest laptop case I have seen yet, the BookBook makes your MacBook look like it is a leather bound book.  The case is also pretty rugged and strong featuring hardback sides and reinforced corners.  Yours for $79.99 here.

This is a quick how-to on Windows GodMode (or God Mode) for Windows 7 and Windows Vista (32-bit).  For those of you new to GodMode for Windows… it is a very cool trick to get all of your operating systems control panels in a single magic folder.

Read on for details of how to use this sweet feature.

When you create this new GodMode folder in Windows 7 or Windows Vista (32-bit) you will have a very clean single page to manage everything from hard-drive partitions to network settings to mouse settings.

To get the GodMode up and working… create a new folder (anywhere you like… I prefer the desktop) and name it exactly as listed below;

GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}

Once you have created the folder it will change to an icon looking like a control panel and will contain tons of controls/options for you to tweak.  Enjoy.

If you have ever wanted to wirelessly connect your desktop or laptop PC to your TV ($115), Projector, or Monitor… but wanted to do it wirelessly.  This gadget is for you.  If you are still interested read on for many details.

The Warpia Wireless USB Display Adapter set enables users to display their notebook/PC content, such as pictures, movies, presentations, office documents, web content and other types of data, on a larger remote display, share it with others or enjoy a larger size display without any cable limitations. Whether wirelessly connected to a projector in a meeting room or to a TV screen in the living room, the set allows users to easily and conveniently extend their PC visual workspace. Providing both HDMI interface, common in TVs, and VGA interface, common in projectors and monitors the set provides users with the flexibility to select the target display type suitable for their needs and their work space.

Wirelessly stream High Definition video (720p) and data from your PC to your projector

Warpia Wireless Adapter attached directly to display

What Is It For?
Wirelessly connecting notebook/PC to a flat panel television/display or projector.

User Benefits
Movie playback from PC on your flat TV screen or screen via your projector. Watch Internet content (streaming video, news, sports, web mail) on your flat TV or screen via your projector. View pictures or camcorder movies from your PC Display presentations and content using a projector or display/flat TV without having to worry about cabling.

Freedom and Mobility with the Warpia Ultra Wideband USB Adapter Kit

The Warpia Wireless Display Adapter set provides full room coverage, making it ideal for a variety of use cases, such as wirelessly displaying Internet content (provided over wireless LAN connection for example) on a large-screen TV (over the Wireless USB link). In a conference room scenario, the adapter set enables users to display content from their laptops using a projector, commonly mounted on the room’s ceiling, without cable length limitation and without the need to route dedicated wiring through the walls and the ceiling. The Warpia Wireless USB Display Adapter is based on Wisair’s WSR601 single chip and Wisair’s UltraSpeed technology, delivering the best combination of performance and cost.

Key Features

• Wireless High Definition (720p) connectivity from notebook/PC to projectors, flat TVs and monitors
• Full room coverage with line of site and non-line of site
• Pre-associated (paired) adapters
• VGA & HDMI connectivity (DVI with additional adapter)
• 32-bit True Color depth for high quality images
• Supports up to SXGA+ (1400×1050) resolution
• Fully standard solution (Wireless USB from the USB-IF)
• Worldwide Regulations compliance
• Windows Vista/XP compatible
• 128-bit AES security

What’s in the Box
Wireless USB PC Adapter, Wireless USB Device Adapter (plugs into the Video base), Video base with HDMI and VGA connectors and table/wall mounting options, Power supply unit, Quick Start Guide, CD with software, drivers and user manual.

Product Description

The Wireless USB Display Adapter set enables users to display their notebook/PC content, such as pictures, movies, presentations, office documents, web content and other types of data, on a larger remote display, share it with others or enjoy a larger size display without any cable limitations. Whether wirelessly connected to a projector in a meeting room or to a TV screen in the living room, the set allows users to easily and conveniently extend their PC visual workspace. Providing both HDMI interface, common in TVs, and VGA interface, common in projectors and monitors—the set provides users with the flexibility to select the target display type suitable for their needs and their work space. The Wireless Display Adapter set provides full room coverage, making it ideal for a variety of use cases, such as wirelessly displaying internet content (provided over wireless LAN connection for example) on a large-screen TV (over the Wireless USB link). In a conference room scenario, the adapter set enables users to display content from their laptops using a projector, commonly mounted on the room’s ceiling, without cable length limitation and without the need to route dedicated wiring through the walls and the ceiling. The Wireless USB Display Adapter is based on Wisair’s WSR601 single chip and Wisair’s UltraSpeed technology, delivering the best combination of performance and cost. The Wireless Display Adapter package includes: Wireless USB PC Adapter, Wireless USB Device Adapter (plugs into the Video base), Video base with HDMI and VGA connectors and table/wall mounting options ,Power supply unit, Quick Start Guide,CD with software, drivers and user manual.

Now we are talking… I love my desktop… main reason is that I have dual screens and hate working on single screen systems now.  When I go home and use my laptop I am always missing the second screen.  Sure I could connect an external monitor to my laptop… but that defeats the purpose of a portable computer. 

Enter the Kohjinsha dual screen notebook computer. The Kohjinsha 2 screen laptop has dual 10.2-inch LCD screens.  The best part is

that one of the screens hides behind the other screen for portability.  Kohjinsha Dual Display PC runs on the AMD Athlon Neo MV-40 processor 1.6GHz and up to 4GB of RAM. Kohjinsha Dual Display notebook has Bluetooth and 802.11n Wi-Fi, a 2.5-inch hard drive, and a TV tuner.  Look for the 2 lcd notebook in Japan for around $800.  I want one!