LG Optimus Black debuts in Europe 'this month,' rest of the world settles for dual-core crumbs

LG told us to expect the ultra-slim Optimus Black handset globally in the first half of the year, and at least one continent will receive the device as planned -- the company just announced that the 9.2mm thin smartphone with the 700 nit NOVA display will hit Europe this month, with launches planned for North America and Asia at unspecified times after that.

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HP intros the ProBook 5330m, EliteBook 2560p, and EliteBook 2760p tablet

After announcing a trio of consumer laptops, you didn't think HP had forgotten about its business line, did you? The company also trotted out three lightweight models for the corporate set, including the 12.1-inch EliteBook 2760p convertible tablet, which has been rearing its head around the FCC as of late.

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Although it's an update to the current-generation 2740p, it sticks with its tried-and-true metal design. But -- surprise, surprise -- it steps up to Sandy Bridge Core i5 and Core i7 CPU options, promises 5.5 hours of battery life with the standard six-cell, and will be one of several models compatible with HP's newly minted (optional) prepaid data service DataPass.

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Android 2.3.4 heading to Nexus S over the air, bringing video and voice chat to Gtalk

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For an update with such a modest name, this is actually quite a major step forward. Google's about to start delivering Android 2.3.4 to Nexus S devices out in the wild, and in among all the bug fixes and optimizations, users will find the addition of video and voice chat to Google Talk.

Super Slim Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Confirmed

Lenovo has confirmed that its new ThinkPad X1 will be arriving very soon and is packed with features, even though its has a super slim design, that measures only 21.5mm in thickness.

The main advancement of the new Lenovo ThinkPad X1 is its new battery called ”slice” that won’t be user-replaceable, but will provide massive performance gains according to Lenovo. The new “slice” battery will last three times as longer than a normal battery says Lenovo  and will recharge 2.5 times faster than previous ThinkPad cells.

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Worldictionary app uses Google and iPhone camera for instant translations

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Whether browsing through the latest technology news, following the exploits of your favorite musician or film star or looking up exotic holiday destinations, chances are you will bump into a language that's not your own. Thanks to online translation services, most of us can usually get the gist of what's going on, but there are occasions when typing a word into a translation box is just not convenient. Penpower Technology has an alternative solution in the form of an application that uses the camera on the iPhone and Google's translation service to offer instant word translation and definition.

  

Toshiba's 10.1-inch Regza AT300 Honeycomb tablet hits Japan in June

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Toshiba's first Honeycomb tablet, which we first laid hands upon back in January, has finally been priced with an honest to goodness ship date. Unfortunately, this 10.1-incher with 1,280 x 800 pixel display, USB, HDMI, and 5 megapixel rear-facing cam is Japan-only for now. Look for it to hit the hard streets of Nippon in late June. Now if we could just get a name, date, and price for locations a bit closer to home we'd be all set.

ASUS' bamboo-plated U43SD laptop graduates to Sandy Bridge, so does plain-jane U41SV

The U43SD doesn't appear to stray from its predecessor's industrial design (save for its bigger 14-inch screen), but it steps up to the latest Core i3 and Core i5 processors, along with NVIDIA GeForce GT 520M graphics with 1GB of video memory. You can also choose from 5,400RPM and 7,200RPM hard drive options and either a six- or eight-cell battery. 

While the company was at it, it also quietly unveiled another Sandy Bridge laptop, the U41SV, which offers the same configuration options as the U43SD -- and a plainer design. No word on pricing, and a cursory search turned up no availability.

Asus Eee Pad Transformer Adds Even More Function to Android Tablet Power

Between Apple iPad and the myriad of Android tablets hitting the market, a good portion of the world has embraced the Tablet lifestyle. Asus brings you the Eee Pad Transformer to warm up to the rest of you that weren't quite ready to give up the keyboard. The Transformer is a 10.1 inch, 1280x800, Tegra 2 powered tablet running on the touch friendly Honeycomb Android OS. Packing a full SD card slot, dual cameras and a pair of USB slots, this is almost the best spec'd tablet on the market.

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What sets the Eee Pad Transformer apart is the detachable keyboard base. It can be used as a Tablet or a clam-shell style laptop with a few quick clicks. Those who prefer the slate format for quick and easy one-handed access to the full-tilt Internet can relegate the keyboard to a docking station. Except... the keyboard packs an extra battery within doubling the expected life up to a whopping 16 hours. Set this on a desk and work all day long completely wireless. This is the product line that both MS and Apple should be worrying about. As Android developers close the gap on Apple's service offerings, business minded users can sidle up to a gadget with some serious Office replacement options. The Asus Eee Pad transformer is expected to retail along the lines of the other players in the space, from $300 to $700 depending on wireless options and internal storage. Delivery should happen sometime in April, starting in Taiwan then filtering out to the rest of the world. 

SteadyCam Pro App offers real-time image stabilization for iPhone videos

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The video capture capabilities found in today's mobile phones has made it easier than ever to record those priceless memories whenever and wherever they may occur. However, one of the downsides to cramming a video camera into such a small device is the lack of stability that often results in videos that look like they were shot the morning after a big night. With a full-blown steadycam rig probably not the best solution for smoothing out things on the go, Midnox has created an app that provides real-time image stabilization for the iPhone 4.

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The SteadyCam Pro app is compatible with iPhone 4's running iOS 4.1 or later. It's shake-reducing magic comes courtesy of some advanced signal processing algorithms, which can apparently also correct for the rolling shutter that produces distorted shots of fast moving objects due to the fact that each frame recorded by the iPhone isn't from a single point in time, but is recorded by scanning across the frame. A free trial version of the app that lets users record 15 seconds worth of footage and stamps a watermark on captured footage also provides the opportunity to try before you buy.

Hercules XPS Diamond USB Speakers are Truly a Gem to Behold

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If quality sound is music to your ears, it's probably appropriate that these look like earrings. Tethered by a single USB cable for power and audio, the Hercules XPS Diamond USB Speakers consist of two large black diamond shaped speakers. The heart of the diamond contains an internal sound device (no Pink Panther). Hercules, being a veteran in the PC and sound game for more than 20 years, have assuredly filled the eye-candy speakers with decent components.  


While the Hercules XPS Diamond USB Speakers are a delight to see and are equally easy on the pocketbook with the $40 asking price, don't expect mind-blowing sound. Expect the kind of sound that fits in your purse, in an appropriately posh velvet jewelry pouch, which they include.

XPS Diamond Speakers

Not that this is a speaker only for girls, just be aware these may only pack better-than-average sound, thanks to Hercules, but nothing more. The pouch, size, price and single cord nature of these speakers make them great for traveling with some Lady Gaga flair. These speakers are mostly just fun to look at and given the tiny MSRP, they are a great bargain and would do fine in ritzy settings like weddings or jewelry store kiosks.

Toshiba's dual-screen Libretto W100 laptop

The W105-L251 is getting prepped right now for a shipping label with your address on it. $1,099.99 buys you a Pentium U5400 processor, Windows 7 Home Premium (32-bit), integrated Intel HD graphics, a memory card reader, 2GB of DDR3 memory, a 62GB solid state drive, 802.11b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, an inbuilt webcam and an 8-cell battery. Oh, and twin 7-inch WSVGA LCD panels. Toshiba reckons that you'll get yours in "2 to 3 weeks" if you order direct, though Amazon has a pre-sale of its own going for those who like to press their luck.

A 7" iPhone 4 'Dropad A8' Reviewed - Most Powerful Shanzhai Apple Clone Ever?

Here is a Japanese user review video showing the device in action with functional multitouch, an intensive Adobe Flash video, browsing, multitouch test, as well as Gallery3D:



Packed with a Samsung S5PV210 core, which typically clocks at 1GHz, this is one of the first shanzhai tablets to ship with a capacitive screen and a Cortex A8 processor along with the new Witstech A81G+. This is a generic tablet marketed as a '7" iPhone 4 in various ads', under multiple brands. It comes with a 7" 800x480 screen, along with a two-point capacitive multitouch touchscreen.

Beautiful Valentine Laptop Concept

Valentine notebook concept disguises all its modern tech under the garb of a typewriter. But that’s no ordinary typewriter either, it is the famous Valentine compact typewriter invented and designed by Ettore  Sottsass and Perry King in 1969.
 The notebook concept on its part, has a flexible display where the paper would have gone in a typewriter.
  

 

Top 10 Benefits of Tablet Computer

A Tablet computer is better than a laptop for several reasons. It’s the next generation of notebook computer.

1. A Tablet PC / Tablet computer is the best mobile PC solution.
With the announcement of a new Apple Tablet is may be the best solution for Apple computers as well.
A Tablet PC is compact and convertible which allows you to use your computer in places it would be awkward to use a laptop. You can even use it while standing up. With the wireless Internet support a Tablet PC is extremely convenient to use while being about town.

2. Write notes rather than type.
You can interact with people sitting across from you while writing notes, rather than having a computer screen between you. It’s great because you can use technology and still have that personal interaction with others.

JVC GC-PX1 can't decide if it's cam or camcorder, does 1080p60 video and 10.6 megapixel stills

We missed JVC's GX-PX1 camera when it was at CES, just a concept at that point but now getting more real. Impress got a little hands-on time with the curious model that features an incredibly slim, compact-like body behind a hunky, camcorder-like lens assembly.

 

 

MicroExpress: Sturdy and Fast--But With a 32-Bit OS

A matte-black block, this desktop replacement laptop makes a clear statement: You do not care about looks. And that isn't even the "I don't care about looks" deliberateness of ThinkPads. You simply do not care how your laptop looks. Unfortunately, although the NBL5100 has a lot of elements I enjoyed, its operating system holds it back. In hardware, the NBL5100 packs a punch. You'll find a lot in this machine.