Handy Computer Guide

Pocket-Lint have published a review of the Fujitsu Siemens Esprimo Mobile V5505 notebook PC. 'The design of Esprimo Mobile V5505 is rather boxy and plain and matt plastic is used throughout. We found the build quality to be more than acceptable, with plenty of protection behind the screen, as well as solid palm rests. This is a typical business machine with a standard 15.4-inch TFT screen. With no glossy coating, images look good when you’re using this machine out and about. However, images tend to look a little flat. This is also true when running multimedia applications. The use of an integrated GPU means you won’t be able to play games either.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu Siemens Esprimo Mobile V5505 Review - Pocket-Lint" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:45 PM | Permalink

PC Magazine have published a review of the Fujitsu LifeBook T5010 Notebook PC. 'The T5010 straddles the line between portable and "maybe I should leave this at home," but a lot can be forgiven when you put in a 13.3-inch widescreen and an optical drive. At 4.8 pounds, it weighs the same as its predecessor, the LifeBook T4210, which has a smaller 12-inch screen. Not everyone needs an optical drive, which is why Fujitsu offers the LifeBook T2010—you can lose over a pound by eliminating the extra spindle. The "heaviest tablet"award belongs to the 5.1-pound HP Pavilion tx2000z. Meanwhile, the Lenovo ThinkPad X61 Tablet is better suited for those who spend more than 25 percent of their time on the road during the year. With an extended battery (but no optical drive), it weighs 4.4 pounds.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook T5010 - PC Mag" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:05 PM | Permalink

A review of the Fujitsu LifeBook T2010 Notebook with AT&T BroadbandConnect HSPA has been posted over at Notebook Review. 'The T2010 has a simple design that is sleek and appealing. Right off the bat, you get that business feel. It would be perfect for college students as well, considering it is so small and only weighs in around 3.5 pounds. The graphite color hides dirt very well and keeps the tablet looking professional, but be careful the lid can be scratched easily.

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook T2010 Reviewed" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:03 PM | Permalink

Laptop Magazine have published a review of the Fujitsu LifeBook P8010 ultraportable. ‘At just 3 pounds and 1.1 inches at its thinnest point (and 1.4 inches at its thickest), the P8010 is relatively chunky but its magnesium-alloy chassis feels wonderfully light. The design, too, is a pleasant upgrade from its predecessor, the LifeBook P7230. The glossy black lid looks sleek but does not pick up fingerprints easily. Underneath, you’ll find a matching piano-black bezel with a matte black keyboard and silver palm rests.

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook P8010 Review – Laptop Mag" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 11:31 AM | Permalink

A review of the Fujitsu LifeBook P8010 ultraportable notebook has been posted over at CNET. 'The LifeBook P8010 is a worthy upgrade to last year's ultraportable LifeBook, the P7230. Most importantly, it replaces the single-core processor with a low-voltage Core 2 Duo chip. Its dimensions swell slightly to accommodate a bigger 12-inch screen, but it still weighs in at a hair under 3 pounds. While the Apple MacBook Air, the Lenovo ThinkPad X300 and the Toshiba Portege R500 make headlines for their sleek lines and thinness as well as forward-looking features such as solid-state drives, the LifeBook P8010 shuns such obvious attempts at attention.

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook P8010 Review - CNET" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 12:58 PM | Permalink

David Rasnake writng over at Notebook Review has posted a review of the Fujitsu LifeBook N6470 desktop replacement notebook. 'While there's nothing inherently wrong with plastic as a notebook shell material, the N6470 serves as a reminder of everything that can make plastic unappealing for large, heavy notebooks: the lid flexes, the palm rest flexes, the keyboard flexes, the bottom flexes. Picking up the LifeBook one-handed (if you can), it feels like the entire computer is bending precariously under its own weight. Thin plastics also find their way to the lid latch and button, which are especially unpleasing and look to be in imminent danger of snapping off if forced. Likewise for the retaining tabs on the LifeBook's tiny battery. So long as it rarely leaves the open position on your desk, you might not find the N6470's lack of solidity concerning, but how well the LifeBook would hold up to even light travel given its apparent lack of ruggedness is worth asking.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook N6470 Reviewed" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:10 PM | Permalink

Pocket-Lint have published a review of the Fujitsu Siemens Esprimo Mobile D9500 laptop. 'Fujitsu Siemens has added to its business range of notebooks with the Esprimo line of machines. The Esprimo Mobile D9500 has been designed as a machine to be used on the move as well as at your desk. With this in mind, the 2.9kg chassis sports a 15.4-inch screen. However, instead of having a glossy Super-TFT coating, it is a standard TFT panel, which remains a popular choice for business machines. With no glossy coating it means less reflections when using the notebook out and about but it also means images aren't as sharp and crisp. So, while images are more than adequate for work purposes, you won't really want to use this machine for watching DVDs or editing photos.'

Continue reading " Fujitsu Siemens Esprimo Mobile D9500 Review - Pocket-Lint" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 12:34 PM | Permalink

A review of the new Fujitsu LifeBook P1620 tablet PC has been posted over at Tablet PC Review. 'Although the design is still the same, the P1620 draws attention from all users. Who can resist an ultraportable, lightweight notebook that can also be used as a tablet for taking notes or drawing. The 8.9" WXGA display is perfect for road warriors and the touchscreen comes in handy when browsing the Web. I do prefer the pen though because it is more accurate then your finger tip. The P1620 weighs in at 2.8 lbs and has a solid chassis. There isn't anything that feels cheap about it. It is the perfect travel companion, I took it every where with me. It also has the famous Fujitsu bi-directional hinge, which is great for presentations. The colors are the same, black lid and silver inside. It isn't shiny and it doesn't have creative designs, just your basic looking tablet. In my opinion though function is more important then design and the P1620 is packed full of features for it's tiny stature.'

Continue reading "Review: Fujitsu LifeBook P1620 - Tablet PC Review" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 11:33 AM | Permalink

Jerry Jackson writing over at Notebook Review has posted a review of the Fujitsu LifeBook A6120 Notebook. 'The 15.4" widescreen category of notebooks is by far the most popular size for people buying laptops for the home. Most consumers want a PC in the house that can be moved around easily and used in either the kitchen or the living area, but also that has a large enough screen to easily do work at a desk ... essentially replacing the bulky desktop PC. There's a lot of competition in this size range and the Fujitsu LifeBook A6120 isn't the cheapest notebook in this class. The Dell Inspiron 1525, HP dv6700 series, and Sony VAIO NR are just a few of the other popular offerings that start at a lower price. What sets the A6120 apart from the competition is a strong build, appealing conservative look, and a better selection of ports than you'll find on most 15-inch notebooks.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook A6120 Reviewed" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 11:40 AM | Permalink

PC Magazine have published a review of the Fujitsu Lifebook S6510 ultraportable. 'The system offers three USB ports and a FireWire port. An S-Video jack can be found on the front bezel, next to the microphone and headphone jacks. You have your usual set of legacy ports that include VGA, Ethernet, and modem ports. The most important part of the equation is the built-in dual-layer DVD burner, yet so you can watch all the latest DVD flicks and install software and offload storage data whenever you have to. An integrated 1.3-megapixel Web cam will help you stay in touch with loved ones on the road, as well as videoconference with work colleagues. Its 120GB hard drive is average for a business laptop. Fujitsu put in adequate security measures by including a fingerprint reader, SmartCard reader, and TPM (Trusted Platform Module). The only thing it doesn't have is cellular broadband, which is important if you're on the road most of the time and require a ubiquitous wireless connection. Otherwise, you can use the built-in WiFi.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu Lifebook S6510 Review - PC Mag" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 9:44 PM | Permalink

A review of the Fujitsu LifeBook U810 Mini-Notebook PC has been posted over at MobileTechReview. 'The Fujitsu U810, the US cousin to the Japanese U1010, attempts to bridge the gap between couch-top casual and real workhorse. It sells for $999 with Windows Vista Home Premium (Vista Business with XP Pro Tablet Edition 2005 in the box) will set you back $100 more) and uses the Intel A110 800MHz processor like other recent UMPCs, but it has a significantly higher resolution display and a mini-notebook design for more serious productivity. In fact Fujitsu avoids the UMPC moniker and calls it the "U810 Mini-Notebook".

Continue reading "Fujitsu U810 Mini-Notebook Review - MobileTechReview" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 11:51 AM | Permalink

A review of the Fujitsu LifeBook T2010 Tablet/PC has been posted over at TabletPCReview. 'The Fujitsu LifeBook T2010 Tablet PC is for business people and students who are always on the go and don’t want to bring a charger everywhere. It’s lightweight and good enough to use everyday for typing essays, using VOIP, watching movies, or even basic gaming. This tablet and included accessories has in total set me back a good $2,377 CDN. This is my first Tablet PC and I'm a first year university student that is very knowledgeable about desktop computers with an average amount of knowledge about portable computers. In this review, I will be very critical of the minor flaws of the tablet, so please do not think that I hate it, but instead I just want to make sure to cover all minor flaws (some of which I don't mind) that buyers might want to know before making the purchase.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook T2010 Reviewed" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 2:03 PM | Permalink

A review of the Fujitsu LifeBook U810 Mini Tablet PC has been posted over at Brighthand.com. 'The U810 is a solid little tablet. The chassis is sturdy and I didn't notice any flex. The mini-keyboard has a little flex, which reminded me of the LifeBook T2010. After a while, though, you wouldn't want to type on this keyboard because it really is too small. Fujitsu planned out every inch of this design. There is a pointing stick on the right corner and the mouse buttons on the left, just in case you don't want to use the pen or touchscreen. The U810 converts into tablet mode easily thanks to its solid hinge and the screen automatically changes orientation.'

Continue reading "Review: Fujitsu LifeBook U810 Mini Tablet PC - Brighthand.com" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 11:03 PM | Permalink

Laptop Magazine have published a review of the Fujitsu LifeBook T2010 Tablet PC. 'The T2010 weighs a very portable 3.5 pounds, slipping easily in our portfolio. That’s because, unlike the T4220, this unit doesn’t have an optical drive. The keyboard is spacious for this small format and makes full use of the unit’s width to accommodate a comfortable finger span. The full-sized Shift and Enter keys and offset cluster of directionals do compromise to size, and we liked the large, bright key labels that helped us type in low-light conditions. In an odd design choice, the top part of the system battery forms the wrist rest beneath the keyboard, so users have to do without a touchpad. The action of the keys was firm and bouncy, and the pointing stick is sensitive enough, although the stick is kept so flush to the keys that it can be difficult to locate by touch.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook T2010 Review - Laptop Mag" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:26 PM | Permalink

Laptop Magazine have published their review of the Fujitsu LifeBook E8410 laptop. 'Weighing in at 6.2 pounds and measuring 14.1 x 10.1 x 1.4 inches, the E8410 is too bulky for toting around town on a daily basis, but it's still small enough to be a sleek desktop alternative that goes with you to in-office meetings. Its attractive black matte body is highlighted by a shiny bezel and silver base and doesn't look as stuffy as some of its all-business brethren. Lifting the lid reveals a bright 15.4-inch widescreen display (1280 x 800 pixels) that could have benefited from a higher resolution; the visuals weren't as sharp as they could have been. We enjoyed wide viewing angles while watching Black Snake Moan, but the vertical angles were very tight and will keep you right around the 90-degree mark. A 1.3-megapixel webcam resides above the display for Web conferencing with colleagues. Although you can opt for a higher-res WSXGA+ panel (an extra $45), that option doesn't come with a webcam.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook E8410 Review - Laptop Mag" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 12:10 PM | Permalink

CNET have published a review of the Fujitsu LifeBook U810 (Vista Home Premium) ultraportable. ‘The new $999 LifeBook U810 takes a different approach, mimicking a traditional laptop's design, shrunk down to a 5.6-inch swiveling touch screen, along with a fairly full-featured keyboard, fingerprint reader, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi (but no mobile broadband yet). It also runs Intel's mobile A110 CPU, which may account for its sometimes sluggish performance, as even full-size, dual-core laptops can struggle with Windows Vista. Though certainly ambitious, the U810 suffers from the same flaws we've seen in every UMPC to date, most notably, the awkward input options make it nearly impossible to take advantage of the full-fledged OS. Another, we found the 5.6-inch screen to be too small for everyday use and a bit too large for a portable Internet tool (perhaps the iPhone is better suited for that task). Still, for under $1,000, this is the best UMPC deal we've seen to date.’

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook U810 Review – CNET" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 2:29 PM | Permalink

Tablet PC Review have published a review of the Fujitsu LifeBook T2010 Tablet PC. 'The T2010 has a simple design that is sleek and appealing. Right off the bat, you get that business feel. It would be perfect for college students as well considering it is so small and only weighs in around 3.8 pounds. The graphite color hides dirt very well and keeps the tablet looking professional. The chassis is solid and there is minimal flex, except for the keyboard area. Don't get me wrong the keyboard has a nice design, it's just a little to soft and springy for my liking. When you are typing you can actually see the keys flex. Although, it is very easy to read since the characters are bolded and plenty big enough and there isn't any keys that are shortened. Everything looks small though including the space bar because Fujitsu didn't compromise any room on this design. Some users may feel a bit cramped.'

Continue reading "Review: Fujitsu LifeBook T2010 Tablet PC - Tablet PC Review" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:15 PM | Permalink

CNET Asia have published a review of the Fujitsu LifeBook S6410 premium (Core 2 Duo T7400 Processor 2.2GHz, 1GB RAM) Notebook. 'This notebook features the use of magnesium alloy and carbon fiber for a combination of strength and lightweighted-ness. It's not as thin as some ultraportables we've seen, but despite its relative chubbiness it still weighs only 1.66kg. The LCD is a 13.3-inch model and the LED backlighting makes this one of the brightest we've seen. In fact, as far as clarity and viewing angles are concerned it even outstrips Fujitsu's own Q2010, which is almost S$2,000 (US$1,315.96) more. The only problem with LED backlighting is you lose a lot of contrast--black comes out grey--and it's not the best choice for multimedia applications.'

Continue reading " Fujitsu LifeBook S6410 Review - CNET Asia" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 10:30 PM | Permalink

Greg Ross writing over at Notebook Review has posted a review of the Fujitsu LifeBook E8410 business-oriented Notebook. 'Cosmetically, the E8410's exterior consists largely of medium grade black matte plastic with some glossy highlights in the front for good looks. This business-oriented notebook would look goodl in just about any public appearance. It is not too flashy, nor is it too professional looking. The plastic is smooth to the touch without being slippery. However the glossy front "bumper" is definitely a fingerprint magnet. Opening up the interior, one sees the mostly light-silver interior. The keyboard deck is again all plastic. One of the more unique features on this laptop is that there are no LED status lights. Instead, Fujitsu uses a black/white LCD display in all their laptops that convey a large amount of information about the current status of the laptop without bright and obtrusive lights like those bright-blue LEDs found on most consumer laptops.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook E8410 Reviewed" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 1:41 AM | Permalink

CNET have published their review of the Fujitsu LifeBook T4220 (Core 2 Duo 2GHz, 1GB RAM, 80GB HDD) Windows XP Tablet PC configuration. The LifeBook T4220's 12.1-inch display offers a native resolution of 1,024x768. That resolution and its standard (4:3) aspect ratio are rather ho-hum compared to the wide-screen displays found on most thin-and-light laptops, but we appreciated the T4220's larger type and icons while we were navigating with the stylus. Our review unit's price includes an indoor/outdoor display that provides excellent off-angle viewing and is readable in a variety of different lighting conditions, including summer afternoon sun.

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook T4220 Review at CNET" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 2:58 AM | Permalink

PC Authority have published a review of the Fujitsu Lifebook Q2010 ultraportable. 'Fujitsu’s stunning ultraportables always bring a smile in our office and the Q2010 is arguably the best we’ve seen. It’s just under 2cm in thickness and weighs only a kilogram. Its magnesium alloy chassis and titanium hinges make it sturdy and look gorgeous (although the lid does flex a fair amount and will struggle to protect it from a full-force direct blow). Ergonomically, there are compromises though. At only 12.1 inches it means all of the keys are reduced in size and some non-lettered variants will be a struggle for those with podgy fingers. The mouse buttons are also a little small, though after getting used to it we were happy to work on it for extended periods of time. The 1280 x 800 LCD is bright, sharp and well lit, though viewing angles are poor. The stereo speakers are surprisingly good, offering decent volume and distinctness albeit with a total lack of bass. There’s also a dual digital array microphone to enhance VoIP calls.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu Lifebook Q2010 Review at PC Authority" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 12:17 PM | Permalink

Tablet PC Review have published their "First Look" review of the Fujitsu LifeBook T4220 Tablet PC. 'The T4220 has a solid chassis. Right off the bat I noticed how sturdy the design was and how there was no flex in the screen or wobbling from the hinge. The great thing about the hinge is that it is bi-directional as well, meaning users have the option of turning their screen both ways, which comes in handy for those presentations. It is a little on the heavy side weighing in around 4.3 pounds, but it is still small enough to take with you to class or on those business trips. I didn't have any problems carrying it around in Tablet mode and the display automatically changes once you rotate it. As far as I can tell (from the little time I have spent with it) the battery life is good. It has about a four hour battery life running in standard mode.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook T4220 Tablet PC - Tablet PC Review" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 12:42 PM | Permalink

Trusted Reviews have published their review of the Fujitsu-Siemens Lifebook P1610 Ultra-Portable Tablet PC. ‘As with the P7230, the P1610 has a corporate target market and this is reflected in the design. However, if anything the P1610 does a have a slightly more interesting visual impact. Whereas the P7230 was covered entirely in dull black, the inside of the P1610 sports a two-tone effect with metallic dark grey around the keyboard, a black keyboard and black bezel. This is a little more attractive than the all black approach of the P7230, though that doesn’t mean it's any less inconspicuous.

Continue reading "Fujitsu-Siemens Lifebook P1610 Review at Trusted Reviews" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 3:01 AM | Permalink

Laptop Magazine have reviewed the portable Fujitsu LifeBook S2210 notebook. ‘Weighing in at four pounds, the S2210 is light enough to carry all day, and it feels like it can last a long time. Measuring 11.5 x 9.4 x 1.3 inches, it runs slightly narrower than most contemporary widescreen thin-and-lights. When the lid is open, however, the system is nearly two inches taller than its widescreen rivals, which will make it more difficult to use on an airplane tray table. The S2210's keyboard is mediocre; the keys are full-sized but felt somewhat cramped and not as firm as we'd like. The touchpad is of adequate size, however, and the biometric fingerprint sensor between the mouse buttons doubles as a vertical scroll button for quickly navigating through documents and Web pages.’

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook S2210 – Laptop Mag" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 3:08 PM | Permalink

The Register Hardware have published their review of the Fujitsu Siemens Lifebook P1610 portable PC. 'Laptops come in all shapes and sizes, from super-big, hernia-inducing desktop replacements to mega-dinky ultra-portables. The Fujitsu Siemens Lifebook P1610 sits firmly at the smaller end of the scale, with a footprint barely larger than an A5 sheet of paper. It's built to be lightweight and portable, and though it may be petite on the outside it's not short on the features front. The P1610 is also a tablet PC, so you can swing the screen around and fold it back down flat. With a size of just 23.2 x 16.7 x 3.7cm and a weight of around 1.2kg, it's actually very usable in this mode. Like most tablet PCs, the single hinge feels a little fragile - but as it's attached to a smaller screen it doesn't feel as flimsy as larger tablet screens do.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu Siemens Lifebook P1610 - Reg Hardware" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 1:03 PM | Permalink

Laptop Magazine have published their review of the lightweight Fujitsu LifeBook S2210 notebook. 'Weighing in at four pounds, the S2210 is light enough to carry all day, and it feels like it can last a long time. Measuring 11.5 x 9.4 x 1.3 inches, it runs slightly narrower than most contemporary widescreen thin-and-lights. When the lid is open, however, the system is nearly two inches taller than its widescreen rivals, which will make it more difficult to use on an airplane tray table.

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook S2210 - Laptop Mag" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 5:28 PM | Permalink

A review of the lightweight Fujitsu LifeBook P7230 notebook PC has been posted on Laptop Magazine. ‘Measuring 10.7 x 7.9 x 1.1 inches, the attractive and solidly built LifeBook P7230 (see photo gallery) is slight enough to tuck into the smallest carry-on, and at three pounds, it's light enough to carry all day. With such diminutive dimensions, however, come sacrifices: The keyboard is cramped and may fatigue your fingers during extended typing stints, particularly if you have big hands. Likewise, the touchpad is tiny, and the petite mouse buttons offer insufficient tactile feedback; you'll definitely want to use an external mouse hooked up to one of the LifeBook P7230's three USB ports.

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook P7230 - Laptop Mag" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 8:04 AM | Permalink

A review of Fujitsu's LifeBook A6010 multimedia notebook has been posted over at Laptop Magazine. 'Speed, ample storage, and an excellent display are the highlights of the Fujitsu LifeBook A6010, which also packs an Intel Core 2 Duo processor and a dual-layer multiformat DVD burner into a six-pound, silver-and-ebony body. Priced at $1,419, as tested, this system has everything notebook buyers are looking for, provided they upgrade to the higher-capacity battery.

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook A6010 - Laptop Mag" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 3:06 PM | Permalink

The powerful Fujitsu LifeBook T4215 convertible tablet PC has been reviewed over at CNET. 'Early convertible tablets often were saddled with out-of-date components. But newer models--such as the $2,429 Fujitsu LifeBook T4215--don't require you to sacrifice power for functionality, because they offer the latest technology, including Intel Core 2 Duo processors. While not as elegant as either the Lenovo ThinkPad X60 or the Gateway M285-E, the LifeBook T4215 is highly configurable and features a specially coated screen for outdoor use, making it a good fit for a range of uses and budgets. It also boasts a useful feature not found on other tablets: The rotating screen swivels both ways. With a middling keyboard but useful tablet features, the Fujitsu LifeBook T4215 is well worth a look if you plan on keeping the system in tablet mode a good deal of the time.'

Continue reading "Fujitsu LifeBook T4215 - CNET" »

Posted by HCG Admin at 2:05 PM | Permalink