February 6, 2010

Gigabyte has unveiled the new Gigabyte Booktop M1305, a 13.3-inch ultra-thin notebook PC running the newly-released Windows 7 operating system and featuring an innovative docking station, which provides high-performance desktop-like graphics performance via its embedded nVidia GT220 graphics processor and HDMI support.

Its Booktop Docking System seamlessly converts from a laptop into a desktop, and allows you to enjoy the convenience of being mobile with the ability to convert to a desktop for use at home with computer peripherals that connect directly to the docking station, providing more functionality.

Besides a host of innovative features on the netbook itself, it incorporates an nVidia GeForce GT220 graphics processor and a desktop GPU catering for a rich multimedia experience. These provide enough graphics muscle to support playback of any hi-def movie in ultra-smooth quality and allows you to play the latest 3D games that demand the highest levels of graphics performance.

The available multi-I/O ports, which include an HDMI port directly on the docking station to connect up to two large screen displays for a more immersive experience.


Ultra-slim．Ultra-light．Ultra-long battery life
The M1305 Booktop packs leading-edge functionality into an ultra-slim, stylish and light package, with features that include an LCD screen with LED lighting for enhanced brightness, at a 1366×768 resolution. Combine these with Intel’s latest ultra low voltage processors, and the M1305 provides for the maximum levels of power efficiency.

The body itself is only two centimeters thin at its thickest point, while its “Flexibay” caters for an interchangeable optical drive or second three-cell battery, which can extend the battery life for up to 10 hours, or an entire workday of mobility.

Gigabyte’s design focus is on products that are “thinking of you,” so to speak. To this end, the M1305 is equipped with multiple design features that are thoughtful and functional. These include fingerprint and facial recognition biometric technology for instant log-on- with twice the security. It also has a unique, modularized-design for quick and easy hard drive and memory upgrades.

The Booktop also features Gigabyte’s Smart Manager software which combines a number of different system tools into one single intuitive user interface, making the control of personal settings very easy and just a click away. Another Gigabyte development is the Battery Check feature, which will allow you to check the battery status of the notebook, simply by holding down the right mouse button on the mouse pad when the notebook is switched off.

In addition, this notebook PC features optional 3G/HSDPA support for high-speed Internet that can be accessed anytime and anywhere.

Specifications

By Tony Bradley
February 5, 2010

Microsoft is investigating reported issues with Windows 7 and notebook battery life. The issue seems sporadic, but fairly widespread. It is unclear whether affected systems are simply misreporting the battery life, or if the battery capacity is actually being permanently affected.

Long before Windows 7 was released for general availability in October of 2009, users were reporting suspicious behavior with battery life, or at least reported battery life, when running the Windows 7 RC (release candidate) version. The Microsoft TechNet Forums thread on the matter dates back to June of 2009.

While some issues seem to be a simple matter of Windows 7 not reporting the remaining battery life correctly, or prematurely warning that the battery is nearly dead, there are users who have reported switching operating systems back to Windows Vista, or even a non-Windows operating system, and still experiencing drastically reduced battery life.

Brian Ehlert, a Microsoft MVP, reported in November of 2009:
“Now, Win7 does include the ability to use Vista drivers - that is built on purpose so hardware manufacturers would not have to turn around and immediately write new drivers.

I am using all stock Win7 drivers. So that tells me that it is a core deficiency / bug - not a driver specific bug. Rather a software interacting with hardware bug.

My battery life went from 8 hours to 15 minutes, with only an fdisk, format, and install in between. Yes, totally unacceptable.”

I have been using Windows 7 since before it was available for public beta testing and I have never experienced any battery issues. Granted, my notebook is plugged in at my desk 90 percent of the time. However, I occasionally do roam about and have taken it on road trips and I have been impressed with the power management features of Windows 7, and more than satisfied with the battery life on my Dell XPS notebook.

I asked my colleague, veteran Microsoft guru Mark Minasi, about his experience. Minasi replied “I’ve been running Windows 7 on my Lenovo since May and haven’t noticed any difference in battery consumption.”

Microsoft released an official statement on the matter, saying “We are investigating this issue in conjunction with our hardware partners. The warning received in Windows 7 uses firmware information to determine if battery replacement is needed. We are working with our partners to determine the root cause and will update with information and guidance as it becomes available.”
The implication is that the issue is related to an error between Windows 7 and certain hardware firmware versions. That theory may or may not support the fact that some users claim the battery itself is being permanently affected.

Do business users need to be concerned? The jury is still out. It all depends on what the actual root cause of the issue is, and whether it is simply a miscommunication between the firmware and Windows 7 resulting in misreporting the remaining battery life, or if there is something more insidious going on that actually causing the battery capacity to dwindle permanently.

Obviously, if notebook battery life is being permanently impacted so that it lasts a meager 15 or 30 minutes rather than the six to eight hours you might expect, there is reason to be concerned. Once the dust settles on Microsoft’s investigation into the issue, business users may need to look to Microsoft or notebook vendors to replace batteries if it is determined that the issue is more than simple mis-reporting.

August 12, 2009

Lenovo ThinkPad X100e
Starts at P28,990
www.lenovo.com

Lenovo announced the ThinkPad X100e, the company’s first professional-grade ultraportable laptop starting at PhP28,990. The introduction pioneers a new category of PCs for today’s business users that blends professional performance, usability and design with new color options at an extremely affordable price. The X100e also represents the first time Lenovo and AMD have collaborated to offer AMD processors on ThinkPad laptops and to leverage AMD’s VisionPro branding.

“By listening to our customers and observing market trends, we identified an opportunity to create a new type of ultraportable laptop for business users,” said Vicky Agorrilla, country general manager, Lenovo Philippines. “Customers asked us for low cost and extreme portability without sacrificing usability or the manageability needed to run a business. By expanding the ultraportable ThinkPad X Series to reach prices of about PhP28,990, the X100e delivers on all counts.”

The ThinkPad X100e excels in the areas important to business users with professional-grade features, exceptional usability and outstanding mobility.

Professional-Grade Features
Equipped with choices of AMD Athlon Neo single and dual core processors and Turion dual core processors1, the X100e provides strong performance needed for multitasking and running typical office applications. It also has the performance needed to support corporate operating systems like Microsoft Windows 7 Professional. The X100e comes with Lenovo’s ThinkVantage Technologies, hardware-software tools that help customers deploy, manage and maintain their PCs. The laptop features global availability and technical support along with a variety of warranty options.

Exceptional Usability and Design
Lenovo designed the small and compact X100e to be incredibly comfortable to use. An 11.6 inch high definition display provides ample screen real estate, and an ISO full-size keyboard with a multitouch touchpad and Trackpoint make navigation easy. The new contemporary keyboard design features

enlarged keys, removal of rarely used keys like System Request and the embedded number pad. The X100e also brings color to ThinkPad with a new choice of heatwave red in addition to midnight black models.

Outstanding Mobility
The X100e maximizes mobility with models starting under three pounds. For wireless connectivity on the go, the laptop comes with 802.11n WiFi and optional Bluetooth and 3G.

Based on VISION Pro Technology from AMD, the X100e delivers outstanding value and performance on visual productivity applications vital to today’s business.

“The X100e delivers the full promise of VISION Pro Technology from AMD,” said Leslie Sobon, vice president, Product Marketing, AMD. “It delivers the visual experience necessary to leverage most of today’s collaboration tools, strong battery life and unbeatable value, all in a sleek, durable ultrathin laptop. With out-of-the-box support for dual monitors to enable greater productivity, the ThinkPad X100e defines what a commercial ultrathin laptop should be and sets the bar for future products based on VISION Pro Technology from AMD.”

Business-Class Service and Support
Lenovo offers a full portfolio of service and support offerings to protect the ThinkPad X100e and the data on it and also to give IT departments the technical support they need. To keep business productivity high and to protect from unexpected repair costs, ThinkPad Protection cover repairs resulting from accidents, drops and spills. ThinkPlus Priority Support provides 24×7 business-class technical support for IT professionals responsible for maintaining these PCs. Lenovo Hard Disk Drive Retention lets customers keep their hard drive in case of damage or failure, ensuring that their data remains safely in their hands.

August 12, 2009

Lenovo has unveiled a lineup of new IdeaPad laptops and IdeaCentre desktops designed to meet the performance, style and usability standards of today’s multi-tasking consumers.

The new Idea PCs combine stylish designs and innovative features enabled by the ultra low power Intel Core processor family of products and improved performance with an Intel Core i7 processor. These new products ship with Microsoft’s Windows 7 operating system and also include the unique Lenovo Enhanced Experience for Windows 7 - the result of joint engineering by Lenovo in collaboration with Microsoft to provide users with faster system boot and shutdown, richer multimedia features and easy system maintenance tools.

“Our Idea products are designed with the user experience in mind - every aspect of product design and technology is engineered to improve how consumers seamlessly use these products to enrich their daily lives,” said Liu Jun, senior VP, Idea Product Group, Lenovo. “Today’s additions to the Idea product portfolio are among Lenovo’s most feature-rich and powerful PCs to-date, providing our customers more choices to find the PC that best meets their unique digital lifestyle.”

“Lenovo and Intel share a vision to create products that are faster, lighter, thinner and with longer battery life and delivering them to consumers in the quickest and most cost effective way,” Gregory Bryant, VP Sales and Marketing Group,Intel Corporation. “Whether you are looking for ultrathin, stylish laptops with exceptional performance or beautiful and powerful desktops, Lenovo and Intel are working together to deliver Idea products with the right Intel processor technology inside to meet your needs.”

“As a result of our joint engineering investments, Lenovo is demonstrating their commitment to Windows 7 by making significant improvements in important areas like start-up, shutdown and resume times. We congratulate Lenovo on its work, as we think it will help business customers and consumers benefit from a better computing experience on Lenovo’s leading products,” said John Kalkman, VP of OEM Engineering and Services at Microsoft Corp. “With Lenovo’s Enhanced Experience, customers can be confident that their new PC delivers more of the exciting benefits that Windows 7 has to offer.”

Lenovo’s latest IdeaPad laptops and IdeaCentre desktops meet consumer demands for mobility, added power to effectively multitask, flexibility to support professional and personal computing needs, data security, stylish designs and the latest multimedia features.

IdeaPad Y550P - Cutting-edge power for multimedia on the go

The Y550P is ideal for today’s multi-tasker and the most powerful laptop in Lenovo’s consumer portfolio. The Y550P is Lenovo’s first notebook to use the new Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Turbo Boost Technology1 that automatically speeds up the processor when the PC needs extra performance. This high-performance laptop also features powerful NVIDIA discrete graphics, a 15.6inch HD widescreen display, Dolby Home Theater surround sound, and unique Lenovo tools like SlideNav - a touch-sensitive bar above the keyboard that makes it faster and easier to navigate programs, documents and shortcuts, or even quickly change the desktop wallpaper on users’ systems.

IdeaPad U150 - Slim and chic portability

The U150 is just 13.5mm thick and weighs only 1.35kg, yet under the textured red or black cover lies a range of features designed to strike the right balance between mobility and functionality. The ultraportable U150 with an energy-efficient Intel Core 2 Duo processor offers up to 8GB DDR3 memory, 11.60-inch HD widescreen display and long battery life. The Active Protection System on the U150 helps protect the hard drive if the laptop is dropped or gets bumped. A new version of OneKey Rescue System, Version 7.0, performs data backups up to twice as fast and includes more powerful antivirus scanning that can be run even before loading the operating system.

IdeaPad U550 - Ultraportable with added flexibility for the office and home

At just 24mm thick and with a 15.6in wide HD wide screen display, the new IdeaPad U550 laptop with Intel Core 2 Duo processor includes a range of features that make it easy for users to transition between work and home use. For example, switchable graphics let users turn their discrete graphics card on and off at the press of a button to better manage PC battery life. Dolby Sound Room surround-sound via the laptop’s large, integrated speakers brings presentations to life and makes games and movies more enjoyable. The Ambient Light Sensor automatically adjusts screen brightness based on light conditions, reducing strain on the eyes. An integrated DVD drive delivers added flexibility to access and share content. The integrated fingerprint reader and VeriFace facial recognition software on the U550 provide additional ease of use when logging onto the PC.

IdeaCentre B500 - High performance all-in-one, immersive entertainment

Featuring an Intel Core 2 Quad processor, powerful discrete graphics, up to 8GB DDR3 memory and 1TB HDD storage space, the IdeaCentre B500 all-in-one desktop is the ultimate PC for serious gamers and multimedia users. The 23in Full HD screen and high-quality JBL-brand integrated speakers provide a quality viewing experience. Coupled with a 4-in-1 remote control that acts as a motion-drive games controller, VOIP handset, air mouse and media remote, the B500 supports a dynamic multimedia entertainment experience. Additional unique Lenovo features on the B500 include CamSuite, a tool that helps to keep users in the center of the Web camera’s focus and adds special effects to live video feeds.

IdeaCentre K300 - Desktop PC with optimized power and control

The IdeaCentre K300 with the Intel Core 2 Quad processor is a performance desktop loaded with powerful technologies including high-performance RAID configured hard drives for added storage and peace of mind. It also includes the Lenovo Power Control Switch, which makes it simple for users adjust the level of power they need - from all-out performance to more energy-efficient modes.

Lenovo H230 - Functionality at a value price

Available starting at $299 and equipped with a range of HDD and DDR3 memory configurations, the H230 is designed to offer consumers the perfect mix of performance and value. Integrated tools such as Lenovo Rescue System provide users a worry-free experience by enabling quick and easy data recovery and advanced antivirus technology.

Lenovo IdeaPad U350 & S10-2 - Eye-catching new textures and patterns marry fashion with functionality

The IdeaPad U350 ultraportable laptop and S10-2 netbook are now available in a range of new textures and colorful patterns. The U350 can be purchased with a cool, eye-catching cover texture such as brown lizard print, white lamb skin print and red light weave. Using the latest PC cover-painting technology, the popular S10-2 comes in new colorful designs such as pop art, violet floral, red floral, green floral, phoenix, garden, sailing and origami.

HP ProBook 4410s
P54,950
www.hp.com

The HP ProBook 4410s Notebook PC boasts a sleek design that packs an array of features normally reserved for more expensive notebooks. Available in a new Merlot or glossy Noir finish with a more spacious keyboard layout, it delivers refined simplicity and a clean design using the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processors. It retails locally at P54,950.

With the low-profile 14-inch diagonal, 16:9 LED-backlit HD display, you get improved brightness, contrast and clarity from a screen that is more power-efficient than regular LCD screens. Choose between high-performance ATI discrete graphics, featuring dedicated video memory, or integrated Intel UMA graphics that balance memory usage between graphics and the system.

Whether you’re across the street or across the country, Wi-Fi Certified WLAN and Bluetooth help you stay connected.

Built to protect. Integrated, customizable security solutions help defend your network, your applications, and your data. File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools can permanently delete individual files, folders and personally identifiable information from your notebook.

Built to simplify. HP QuickLook 211 provides read capability of email, calendar, task and contact information in seconds at the touch of a button, without having to boot up.

Built to last. HP 3D DriveGuard helps protect your notebook’s hard drive against impact, bumps, or drops using a three-axis accelerometer which detects any sudden movement and initiates protective action, so your critical information is easily protected while you are on the move.

Built to conserve. HP Business Notebook PCs are designed to reduce their impact on the environment by eliminating or reducing substances of concern, using fewer resoures, reducing energy consumption, and designing for recyclability.

August 5, 2009

Total Mobile Computing in A Neat Form
By Billy Joe I. Allardo
Published in the May 2009 print edition of PC World Philippines

MSI PX200
P59,500
www.msi.com

While most notebooks tagged as desktop substitutes feature large screen sizes that give users a better view of the documents or images they are working on, the MSI PX200 goes against the grain with its form factor. At 12.1 inches, it packs in components that you’d normally see inside a full-fledged desktop PC and sometimes lacking in some bigger notebook PCs. The unit features an Intel Core 2 Duo processor and a 256MB ATI Radeon HD 3450 GDDR3 discrete graphics chip, with 4GB of memory components and a 320GB hard drive.

What is more important is that, with these specs given and its size in mind, the MSI PX200 stays true to the mobile computing concept. It’s easy to pack, brought about by its slim profile and a total weight that amount to only 1.8kgs.

Underneath the matte black cover is a modish interface of gray and black bezels. In between the display and the keyboard is a glossy patterned function panel that houses the power button, as well as the Wi-Fi and camera shortcuts keys. It also harbors the Eco Engine Power Management System (EEPMS) knob that enables switching through different power modes, directly affecting battery life and the overall performance consequently. EEPMS figures well for users who need to go around a particular area but needs to bring along the notebook PC with them, giving them relief from also carrying the charging pack, which is a tad bulky and heavy.

Meanwhile, the keyboard is tactile and the size of the keys is good, at least for this writer. A slightly depressed frame marks where the touchpad area is, while its buttons appear like embossed regions of the lustrous gray shell. Unfortunately, the latter is a bit stiff and somewhat unresponsive at times. In between the touchpad buttons is a fingerprint reader that provides extra security.

Theer are only two USB ports available, which should be easily fixed with the addition of a cheap USB hub. With its HDMI port, the MSI PX200 can connect to consumer electronic devices that use the mentioned standard, such as video game consoles and audio/video receivers. This notebook PC can also make use of eSATA devices, despite the scant number of devices available that use it.

The glaring downside with the MSI PX200 is the heat it tends to generate. This is perhaps the result of it being compact, with not enough room for the heat to circulate and the scarce space allotted for its cooling vents and pipes. The sound quality via the built-in speakers isn’t that good but is made up for by the display. Despite its size, it was able to come up with crisp images and smooth video, the product of having a discrete graphics chip. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD3450 GDDR3 also enables it to use its total memory solely on data processing, which in turn translates to speedier transition among files and tasks.

The kit we got has a 2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 processor and a hefty 4GB 800MHz DDR2 memory, as well as a spacious 320GB hard drive. These parts, along with abovementioned graphics chip, is clearly up to the task of running even a number of resource-hungry applications such as the Adobe Creative Suite and games like Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts. Adding a cooling dock to solve the heat issue and a USB hub to enable support for more USB devices are perhaps key things to do in order to fully utilize this notebook PC, which is well-above other desktop replacements and ultra-mobile PCs when it comes to specs, performance and, most importantly, price.

Globe has recently announced an affordable and complete connectivity package targeting small and medium enterprise (SME) clients.

With the Enhanced PC Bundle, SME subscribers can now get a laptop together with a landline and a broadband connection by just adding P1,425 or P1,100.00 to the monthly service fee for an HP laptop or HPCompaq desktop computer respectively.

The PC Bundles aims to help in boosting the productivity of small and medium businesses. “The value-packed offering is useful for doing a range of activities from managing a business to e-mailing and surfing the Web,” said Globe Business corporate & segments head Emmanuel Aligada. “We at Globe want to ensure that Globe Broadband and Globe Landline will keep SMEs’ in touch with their resources and network, providing communication and information across the organization, while this affordable packages give these businesses much-needed savings.”

The Enhanced PC Bundle includes an HP Compaq desktop or an HP Laptop powered by a faster Intel Core 2 Duo processor. With the increased computing power and high performance of the HP PCs that come with the bundle, SME subscribers can maximize Globe Broadband’s high bandwidth and fast connection.

Whatever the customer requires, there is an Enhanced PC Bundle suited to his needs. Globe’s Enhanced PC Bundle plans range from Plan 384 kbps to Plan 3 Mbps, at P995 to P2,295 MSF plus a minimal fee for the desktop or laptop.

For more information on the Enhanced PC Bundle packages, please call 730-1288 or 1-800-8-730-1288. You may also visit www.sme.globe.com.ph for more details.

Acer Aspire One 751h
www.acer.com.ph

Play high-def content on the large LED-backlit display and enjoy amazing 5.1-channel audio with Dolby Headphone with the new Acer Aspire One 751h. These groundbreaking advancements plus more usher in the new netbook generation and give you fantastic fun on the road.

Breathtaking sights and sounds
The Aspire One 751h breathes life into your favorite movies! Get picture-perfect visuals on the 11.6-inch hi-def display with 1366×768 resolution and simply plug in any set of headphones to relish realistic 5.1-channel surround sound.

All you need, all day long
A single charge is all it takes, and your Aspire One 751h is ready to roll all day with up to eight hours of battery life. Push performance limits with the latest small-yet-powerful processor, store massive files on the large hard disk drive, and share multimedia via the multi-in-one-card reader and optional Bluetooth.

Center of attention
The gleaming Ruby red, Seashell white, Sapphire blue or Diamond black cover is sure to draw attention! Only an inch thin, the slender shape of the Aspire One 751h has a futuristic appeal. A peek inside reveals a smooth finish and the Acer FineTip keyboard featuring flat, broad keys for enhanced typing comfort.

The Acer connection
Use the multi-gesture touchpad to navigate, scroll and zoom effortlessly. And to stay in touch all the time, choose from wireless, Fast Ethernet or 3G (on select models) connectivity — then use the integrated Acer Crystal Eye Web cam and digital microphone for ultra-clear online chats.

In its unending quest to capture portable computing’s X-Factor, MSI held and recently concluded multiple roadshow events for the X340 super-slim notebook with multiple X-citing activities for all participants. The roadshow events were held at SM City Manila, SM City Marikina, and SM Cubao Cyberzone, and each roadshow event had select activities for shopper’s enjoyment. All of the venues listed above also had other MSI products on display - combined with the svelte X340 notebook and the multiple activities - the MSI X-Slim Roadshows are all certifiably successful in bringing the X340 to the style-conscious majority.

Red Fox Technologies recently released a new model for their Wizbook line, the Red Fox Wizbook N1020i, made available in yellow, green, pink, red, and black, as well as the full-scale Red Fox RN740J and the Red Fox RN766JU aimed towards everyday computing and gaming, respectively.

The Red Fox Wizbook N1020i is the newest addition to the brand’s growing lineup of netbooks, fitted with 10.2-inch TFT LCD displays, 1GB DDR2 667 memory, 160GB or 250GB HDD, 802.11 b/g wireless LAN, and an SD/MMC/MS multicard reader, along with the option of upgrading to 2GB of memory. The N1020i also takes advantage of Bluetooth technology by incorporating Bluetooth 3.0, which gives  data rates of up to 480 Mbits compared to 3Mbits that Bluetooth 2.0 can offer. But getting things done quickly is not the only benefit of using high-speed Bluetooth: it also reduces power consumption, which then translates to longer battery life. Versatility is enjoyed via the Express Card / 34 slot, which supports Firewire 800, SATA external disk drives, SSD drives, Wi-Fi interface cards, TV tuner cards, additional memory, memory card readers, external graphics cards and modems. The inclusion of an integrated 1.3 low-light Web cam also allows photos and videos to be taken even under low-light conditions without compromising quality.

The RN740J and RN766JU alternatively feature 14.2- and 15.4-inch TFT LCD displays, respectively, 7-in-1 multicard readers (MS/ MS Pro/ SD/ Mini SD/ MMC/ RS MMC/ MS Duo), integrated Web cameras, ATI HD audio, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, three USB ports, e-SATA ports, and HDMI ports. HDD options for the RN740J include 160GB and 320GB SATA II, while the RN766JU comes with a 320GB SATA II hard drive. Two models are available for the RN740J-the RN740J S and the RN740J T.

Red Fox Wizbook N1020i

Red Fox RN766JU

Red Fox RN740J

Big performance, small packages
Powering the Red Fox Wizbook N1020i, the Intel Atom processor is the smallest from Intel, built using the smallest transistors in the world and the company’s 45nm Hi-k Metal Gate technology for use on netbooks and nettops. The result? Intel Atom-based devices offer easy mobility with simple interfaces while providing targeted performance. Aimed at those looking for the best online experience, this processor is an affordable solution for devices used for educational purposes, video and photo viewing, VoIP, social networking, messaging, e-mail, browsing, and other Internet activities, as well as basic applications.

On the other end, tucked away inside the brand’s full-scale line is the AMD Sempron SI-40 for the RN740J S and the AMD Turion X2 RM-72 for the RN740J T, while the AMD Turion X2 Ultra ZM 80 pitches in for the RN766JU.

The AMD Sempron SI-40 allows for downloading music and sending pictures, on top of simple e-mailing, Web browsing and word processing, and being able to run more than 60,000 of the most popular software in the world, as well as featuring power-saving technology that extends battery life without sacrificing performance. The AMD Turion X2 RM-72 and the AMD Turion X2 Ultra ZM 80, on the other hand, offer significantly higher bandwidths to support PCI Express 2.0 and HyperTransport 3.0 Technology for increased system performance while their CoolCore Technology also help extend battery life, aided by Multi-Point Thermal Control to prevent too much heat in the processor. Both processors offer dynamic power management for energy efficiency and run both 32- and 64-bit applications. Enhanced virus protection is also enjoyed on all AMD processors.

In addition, the Red Fox RN766JU is equipped with the ATI Radeon HD 3200 (256MB DDRII) chipset plus the discrete ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470 (256MB DDRII) for top-notch gaming on-the-go, many thanks to ATI’s Hybrid Technology. This means as the RN766JU’s onboard and discrete GPUs work together, users are provided with more crystal-clear graphics and more vibrant colors, along with DirectX 10 support so the latest 3D games can be accommodated.

According to Abijane Mulgada, product manager for Red Fox, “Mobility these days is more than just about convenience-it’s become a need that a growing number of people are coming to realize. But besides simple mobility, our laptops aim to address specific needs to ensure great experiences every time, which then allows users to truly enjoy what mobility can offer. The addition of new colors for our Wizbooks? Laptops are already personal. We just wanted to make things more fun for everyone.”