CPSC: Toshiba Notebook Computer batteries recalled

CPSC: Toshiba Notebook Computer batteries recalled
Commission (CPSC) today announced a recall of rechargeable lithium-ion batteries containing Sony cells used in Toshiba notebook computers.

Lenovo And Novell Offer Linux On Notebooks (TechWeb)
TechWeb - Buyers of Lenovo ThinkPad notebook PCs can now get Novell's SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 preloaded on their machines.

Laptop Industry Faces Parts Shortages (PC World)
PC World - Hot demand and a massive battery recall are causing shortages of key components for the notebook computer industry, analysts and companies say.

NVIDIA Beats Estimates, Plans Stock Split
its Q2 net earnings doubled and revenue jumped 36% on strong demand for its graphics chips in both desktop and notebook computers. Gross margins climbed almost 3% to 45.3% from 42.5%. The company also said it plans a three-for-two stock split on or about Sept. 10.

Talk Shop Fridays: How Much Is Good Design Worth?
A couple of months ago, the Balmuda Design Floater for notebook computers made a rampant run across the design blogs.