Handy Computer Guide

A review of the Asus Eee PC 901 (Windows XP) Netbook has been posted over at CNET. 'The new Eee PC is marginally larger than the first 9-inch version, the Eee PC 900, and our review unit had a glass black finish, rather than the white, pearlized plastic look of the three previous Eee PCs we've reviewed. The Eee PC is still incredibly small, about the size of a trade paperback book, a size that until recently was only available in high-priced ultraportable laptops or even higher-priced UMPCs. The touch pad now has two distinct mouse buttons, as opposed to the rocker-style left/right switch on previous Eee PC models. The touch pad still supports the gesture controls (similar to those on the MacBook Air and Pro) first introduced on the Eee PC 900. Images can be pinched and unpinched with the thumb and forefinger to zoom in and out, and two fingers can be used to scroll up and down Web pages.'

Continue reading "Asus Eee PC 901 - CNET" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:14 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

PC Advisor have published a review of the HP TouchSmart IQ506 PC. 'The HP TouchSmart IQ506 is an all-in-one desktop PC that's all screen - 22in of 1650-by-1080-resolution display, with a laptop's guts hiding inside. Although the TouchSmart isn't a powerhouse desktop machine meant to run graphics-intensive games or to crunch supercomputer-level data, it is a centerpiece system with a multitouch screen that makes you realise you're playing with a PC that's slightly ahead of its time.

Continue reading "HP TouchSmart IQ506 - PC Advisor" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 1:43 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Notebook Review have published a "First look" review of the new HP Pavilion dv5z 15-inch notebook. 'The dv5z has a new and improved design, replacing the long-lasting and much-loved dv6000 series chassis design. The display cover has the durable plastic Imprint finish, which holds up quite well to minor abrasion without scratching. The body of the notebook is smooth with rounded edges, making it extremely comfortable in your hand while carrying it around. The screen also sports a latchless design, making it easy to open the notebook with one hand. Although the lid lacks any latch to keep it held shut, the hinges feel fairly strong, keeping the lid secure. Pressing firmly onto the back of the screen cover will produce some ripples on the screen ... but you must apply significant pressure to cause this.'

Continue reading "HP Pavilion dv5z - Notebook Review" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:11 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Pocket-Lint have published a review of the Asus U2E lightweight notebook PC. 'Weighing 1.3kg, this is a lightweight and highly portable notebook. To hit this weight, you'll find the screen is an 11.1-inch Super-TFT panel that uses LCD technology, which is essentially a row of tiny bulbs running along the bottom of the display. This technology offers better power consumption as well as a truer image. The 1366 x 768-pixel panel may be small but there is no denying the sharpness of image quality. We found it a pleasure to use on the move as well as in the office.

Continue reading "Asus U2E Review - Pocket-Lint" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 1:44 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

ThinkComputers have published a review of the Lenovo IdeaPad U110 ultraportable notebook. 'Opening up the U110 we can take a look at the 11.1-inch WXGA screen. This is a glossy screen, probably ones of the glossiest that I have seen, this is because Lenovo uses a glossy screen, but then puts another glossy layer of plastic on top of that. Unlike most notebook displays the U110's screen is frameless. Most notebooks will have a frame that sits above the screen, with the IdeaPad the screen is flush with its surroundings. Above the screen is an integrated webcam, something we are seeing on all new laptops.

Continue reading "Lenovo IdeaPad U110 Review - Think Computers" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:06 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

A review of the new Dell Studio 15 laptop has been posted over at ZDNet. 'While clearly inspired by the popular XPS M1530, the Studio 15 has a more angular look, with its large side hinges curving the screen down at a sharp angle; the XPS presents a more rounded look. At 6 pounds, it's a bit heavy to tote around every day, but still at the lower end of the 15-inch scale, around 6 pounds. Our early review unit had a matte midnight blue lid, but there are a variety of color options. We've also seen some leaked shots online of several artistic designs motifs that should be available in the future, which we've previously covered on Crave.

Continue reading "Dell Studio 15 Review - ZDNet" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:05 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

PC World have publsihed a review of the HP TouchSmart IQ506 Desktop PC. 'Like the Gateway One and waves of Apple iMacs, the TouchSmart IQ506 is all about elegance. I was hypnotized, staring at a beautiful-looking machine with a touch screen--something the competition doesn't offer. This isn't HP's first attempt at an all-in-one, either. However, the first-generation TouchSmart IQ770 more closely resembled a highly stylized desktop than it did a display. As much as it got right, a few things disappointed us back then, namely its poky components and the fact that its 19-inch touch screen would recognize only a single point.'

Continue reading "HP TouchSmart IQ506 PC - PC World" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 1:45 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

PC Magazine have publsihed a review of the HP TouchSmart IQ506 All-in-one multimedia PC. 'The IQ506 has been redesigned from the ground up. About the only thing that the IQ770 and IQ506 have in common is the Media Center remote, and maybe the mouse too. The screen is larger: up from 19 to 22 inches with a higher-resolution 1,680-by-1,050 widescreen. The screen itself is glossy, with colors that "pop." The screen initially does a good job hiding fingerprints, even though its glossy surface will become covered with the evidence of its touch capability after several hours of heavy use. Good thing it comes with a cleaning cloth.

Continue reading "HP TouchSmart IQ506 PC - PC Mag" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:07 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Trusted Reviews have published a review of the Dell Vostro 1310 13.3in Notebook. 'Aesthetically, the 1310 is everything you might expect from a "business" laptop. Finished entirely in black, its only attempt at flair is the glossy black section of the lid and around the edges. Otherwise it's all solid matte black plastic and though it doesn't make the 1310 a very exciting machine to behold, it does make it strong and durable. This makes it a good choice for the road-bound sales rep or home office worker, who needs a simple and long lasting machine for both in or out of the office - it might even be a great option for a student, too.

Continue reading "Dell Vostro 1310 Review - Trusted Reviews" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 4:13 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

A review of the Zepto Notus A12 Notebook has been posted over at Notebook Review. 'The bottom of the computer has small protruding feet about 1.5mm (1/16" long). There is a single removable cover for the mini PCI-E slot which contains the wireless card. There are no air vents on the bottom so this notebook is suitable for use on the bedclothes without sucking in fluff. The standard 6 cell battery fits at the back of the notebook and is held firmly in place by two latches.

Continue reading "Zepto Notus A12 Reviewed" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:06 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)