Thursday, January 4, 2007

Microsoft, AMD Send Free High-End Laptops To Select Bloggers (TechWeb)


Microsoft, AMD Send Free High-End Laptops To Select Bloggers (TechWeb)

TechWeb - Giveaway triggers debate over ethics and whether the companies are really offering bribes. The ensuing publicity reportedly has prompted Microsoft and AMD to reconsider the gift.



Panasonic Develops Battery That Won't Overheat (PC World)

PC World - New battery a welcome addition to the market after battery recall costs laptop manufacturers millions.



Sandisk pushes flash hard drives mainstream

Sandisk has unveiled a 32Gb flash memory unit that is designed to replace a regular hard drive in notebook computers.



Industry Announcements :: Leading Hard Drive Manufacturers Promote...

...illustrate how flash memory/hard drive hybrid technology can extend the capabilities of today's notebook computers and (2) accelerate market...



Specifications of the inexpensive laptop (AP)

AP - The XO computer, developed by the One Laptop Per Child project, is slated to ship to schoolchildren in developing countries in 2007. Hardware specifications are not final.