What would you say about a new external video card for laptop that you could use to reach high-class graphics by connecting your notebook computer to USB-enabled devices such as TV tuners, Blu-ray players and multiple monitors?
AMD made it possible by launching the ATI External Graphics Platform Technology based on external PCI Express 2.0, which connects to the other devices via a cable supporting 4 GB/s bandwidth in both directions. One example of notebook model that can be used with this new external video card for laptop is the AMD Turion X2 Ultra notebook platform, announced by the company in the same day.
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ATI XGP has multi GPU capabilities with the ATI CrossFireX technology, the PCIe 2.0 cable from Japan Aviation Electronics Industry, and the USB 2.0 high speed transfers. The device cools and powers independently.
"With ATI XGP Technology, notebooks can switch between everyday computing and hard-core gaming with a simple plug-in that's also portable enough to bring powerful 3D performance on-the-go," said Matt Skynner, vice president of Marketing, Graphics Products Group, AMD. "This technology allows users to choose notebooks with slim, lightweight and elegant designs, yet enjoy the full performance of a traditional desktop gaming rig wherever it's convenient."
SanDisk announced its new pSSD flash memory modules designed for ultra low-cost netbooks, the portable computers characterized by small size, low cost and wireless Internet access.
The Parallel ATA solid state drives will be available in August and can store both the operating system and the application data eliminating the need for hard disk drives. They have a capacity of up to 16GB, a reading speed of 39MB/s and writing speed of 17MB/s, with support for Windows XP and Linux operating systems.
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Based on SanDisk’s Multi-Level Cell and Single-Level Cell flash memory, these modules will deliver reliability, lower power consumption and a low cost.
"We're excited to be involved in this emerging market of ULCPCs, which take the concept of affordability into new directions - ones that are ideally suited to the multiple benefits of SanDisk's technology," said Rich Heye, Senior Vice President and General Manager at SanDisk's Solid State Drives (SSD) Business Unit. "Based on consumer response to some of the first ULCPCs, these devices are quickly developing a popular following. Our new pSSDs are enablers for manufacturers to create what could become the next wave of personal and portable computing devices."
At Computex Taipei 2008, the Taipei International Information Technology Show which will take place between June 3-7, Compro will showcase its VideoMate Vista U2800F Hybrid D/A Stick. This is a USB 2.0 interface hybrid DVB-T and analog TV/FM reception tuner stick with 1080i HDTV quality digital TV and universal analog TV watching/recording and FM radio support for your notebook or desktop computer.
If you have Windows Vista Premium or Ultimate installed on your laptop, the VideoMate Vista U2800F Hybrid D/A Stick with bundled Microsoft certified remote control for Windows Media Center, USB IR receiver, and Microsoft certified MPEG-2 encoder support DVB-T or universal analog TV watch/record in Vista Media Center.
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The Picture Purifying Technology offers clear images on your computer with no need to open the system case for installation and you’d be able to benefit from a cool home entertainment center for digital/analog TV viewing, analog video/audio capturing, FM radio, and personal digital video recording.
In addition the VideoMate Vista U2800F Hybrid D/A Stick comes with the ComproDTV 4 software to help you with watching digital or analog TV shows, play the recorded files, timeshift live TV, channel surf, capture still frames, and S3 (standby)/ S4 (hibernation) mode power up scheduled recording for digital/analog TV.
Transport Stream is for recordings and playback of TV programmes while Video Desktop lets you setup the live TV screen in wallpaper mode to continue multi tasking.
Using Picture in/out Picture you can watch TV or playback videos in the same time having 1 main live channel and 3 sub-main channels opened.
More than that, the Vista Gadget shows live TV in your sidebar, check schedule and playback list, and the functionalities don’t end here.
Other features include worldwide analog TV reception, support for multiple Compro TV card/box devices to install/watch/record stuff in the same time, SDTV support, USB bus powered, straight-to-Disc recording to VCD and DVD discs, customization (Brightness, Hue, Saturation, Contrast, Sharpness, and TV/audio format in each TV channel), channel order customization, Teletext, remote snapshot, and analog video capture from Composite or S-Video.
The specification list says the device measures 9.4 x 3.2 x 1.8 cm, having a frequency range of 48.25 - 863.25 MHz; 6, 7, or 8 MHz bandwidth, and up to 720*480 resolution.
Developed by ZAGG, the invisibleSHIELD is the best see-through cover of the moment. The 0.2 mm thick film was developed by ZAGG and now the company announces its availability at Carphone Warehouse, cell phone and services independent retailer.
InvisibleSHIELD is an advanced full-body protective, scratch-free cover, made from ultra-thin, ultra-tough film designed first for the military as blades protection against wind. It comes with a lifetime guarantee and can be found in different shapes fitting mobile devices ranging from cell phones to laptop computers.
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The models designed for laptops have affordable prices of around $40 and in the video above you can study the method of applying the film on devices.
Logitech V450 Nano is a new cordless laser mouse designed for notebooks, working with the Plug-and-Forget receiver, meaning you can easily plug in the USB receiver and the mouse will be ready to serve you.
It provides a long life battery time of up to 12 months and works on any surface type thanks to the high-precision laser technology. The battery life indicator is a helpful tool in addition to the On/Off switching button for power saving.
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Available in US at a starting price of $49.99, Logitech V450 Nano uses advanced 2.4 GHz wireless technology so you won’t get stuck in annoying cables while the material covering it, like the soft rubber grips, provide great ergonomics. European stores will have it starting July.
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