BenQ nScreen i91 All-in-One PC

BenQ has announced the nScreen i91 all-in-one PC. The i91 has an 18-inch LCD screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio and is set for a March or April debut in Japan and Australia and will retail for around $517. The machine runs on an AMD Sempron 210U processor, has 1GB RAM and 160GB HDD.

The i91 supports HD playback, 1.3 megapixel camera, Wi-Fi, 4-in-1 card reader. The nScreen i91 has a virtual magnifier function that makes reading easier for senior citizens. The senior mode lowers high audio frequencies to improve sound clarity. Upgrading the computer is easy, hard drives and memory can be added simply by opening the back cover that is not screwed on.

Instant photo-sharing and a VoIP videophone are neat multimedia features. An average power consumption of 30W is 80% less than what corresponding desktops use

Compaq Presario SG3023IL Desktop PC

The HP Compaq Presario SG3023IL desktop PC which is powered by 1.6 GHz Intel Celeron Processor 420 and it features 80 GB SATA hard drive, 17-inch CRT monitor, and a 48X DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive.

The new Compaq Presario SG3023IL desktop PC is powered by 1.6 GHz Intel Celeron 420 Processor and it features Intel 945GC chipset with Socket 775 motherboard with 512 KB L2 cache and 800 MHz FSB.Compaq Presario SG3023IL desktop PC comes with 17-inch (43.1 cm) MV7540e CRT color monitor powered by Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA950 graphics chipset with DVMT 3.0, Upto 64-MB shared RAM.

Features

• Intel Celeron Processor 420, 1.6 GHz
• 512 KB L2 Cache, 800 MHz FSB
• Intel 945GC chipset with Socket 775
• 256-MB PC2-5300 DDR2 (677 MHz) RAM, Max 4-GB
• 80 GB SATA Hard drive, 7200 rpm
• 48X DVD/CD-RW Combo Optical Drive
• 17-inch (43.1 cm) CRT color monitor
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA950 with DVMT 3.0, Upto 64-MB shared RAM
• 7.1 Surround Sound Ready
• Creative SBS 370 2.1 speakers
• 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN card
• 56kbps v.92 Modem/Fax
• 6 USB 2.0 ports (4 front, 2 back)
• 3x PCI Slots, 1x PCI Express x16 graphics slot
• HP Deluxe Multimedia Keyboard
• HP Optical, 2-button PS/2 Scroll Mouse
• Free DOS

Sony debuts dual-box HD-editing PC

Sony has taken the wraps off a desktop system that contains not only system unit but two, one for the bulk of the PC's innards, the other for the optical drives - one of which is a Blu-ray Disc unit.

Aimed at HD content editors and dubbed the Vaio RM1N, the PC packs in a four-core Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 processor, 2GB of DDR 2 memory, a pair of 500GB 7200rpm SATA hard drives configured in a RAID 0 set-up for speed, and an Nvidia GeForce 8600 GTS graphics card.

The system unit has room for up to four more SATA hard disks, and there are three open PCI-Express slots capable of taking full-length cards.

The main unit also incorporates Gigabit Ethernet, which is realistically something you'd connect and leave. Not so the front-facing four USB and one four-pin Firewire ports, so you're either going to be reaching under the desk every time you want to connect a USB key or digital camera, or you're going to want the system unit on your desk too, which kind of defeats the object of the split design.

Still, the system does come with a pair of colour-coordinated speakers and a standalone jog-dial control to use with the bundled Adobe Premiere Pro 2.0 video editing software. The RM1N runs Windows Vista Business.

Secure Business Laptop - New NEC Versa M370, Versa P570, Versa S970 Laptops

NEC is offering integrated piece of mind in the form of new built-in hardware technology with its Versa line of laptops – the Versa M370 laptop, Versa P570 laptop and Versa S970 laptop. NEC’s Client Products Marketing Manager, Olivier Chevance, said, “With so many high-profile data breaches making headlines, securing sensitive information at the source - the laptop itself - is fast becoming a top priority for most organizations. That’s why NEC Computers is providing its customers with the most advanced security and management available today within its Versa line of laptops.” The new and improved security features include the hardware-based Trusted Platform Module security chip, encrypting disk drive and client management software which will protect your data, even in the case of a lost or stolen laptop. That means that even if your machine is in the wrong hands, your information will be safe. The system combines Seagate and Momentus Full Disc Encryption hard drive with DriveTrusto technology, managed by Wave's Embassy software, and the result is an easy-to-use system enabling security and authentication for lost, stolen or recycled laptops. NEC
via Laptops Arena

Zenith’s SmartStyle Personal Computer

Indian PC manufacturer Zenith Computer unveiled last week its latest offering, the SmartStyle PC. The SmartStyle PC sports a very radical design, and comes with a 17 inch LCD monitor, a keyboard and a mouse.

The CPU is engrafted behind the LCD. It’s possible to hang the monitor on the wall, or even attach it to a table top computer. That is pretty cool.

Configuration/Specs: The Zenith SmartStyle PC runs on an Intel Dual Core T2130 Processor and has an 80 GB hard disk and 1 GB RAM. Speakers are in-built, and networking slots are present. Though the SmartStyle PC lacks an optical drive, there’s a slot available to install any DVD burner.

The PC is expected to sell for about Rs. 20,000

New Premium Laptop Makes Its Debut – LG XNote P310 Laptop

The new LG XNote P310 laptop is the company’s newest premium laptop, recently unveiled to an enthusiastic throng of laptoppers in Korea. The XNote P310 laptop doesn’t deviate from its predecessors when it comes to looks – why mess with a good thing? The 13.3-inch laptop sports a clean, sleek style, available in a simple aluminum finish or with the rose-black detail. Inside is where you’ll find the laptop’s “premium” claims to fame. The XNote P310 laptop features a Centrino 2 platform with a powerful 2.53GHz Core 2 Duo T9400 processor, NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT graphics, 3GB DDR3 memory, 2GB of Intel Turbo Memory and a 320GB HDD. Details are not yet available as to price or release date. LG
via Aving

Hot New Red Fox 1020i Wizbook Ultra-Mobile Laptop

Philippine-based laptop maker Red Fox has added to its hot little laptop lineup with the Red Fox 1020i Wizbook ultra-mobile laptop. The 1020i Wizbook mini laptop is available in white, black or an eye-catching red-and-black combo finish. Under the hood the 1020i Wizbook laptop sports a peppy and low-power-consumption 1600MHz Intel Atom processor, 1GB RAM, an 80GB HDD and Windows XP operating system running the show. The 1020i Wizbook ultra-mobile laptop sports a 10.2-inch display with a resolution of 1,024 by 600 pixels, and comes with a pair of integrated speakers and a built-in webcam. Connectivity includes LAN slot, wireless module, PCMCIA slot, card reader, headphone out, mic in and DC in, and two USB ports. The new Wizbook laptop tips the scales at around 2.7 pounds. Pricing is still being kept under wraps. Red Fox