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Jun 30

Android 4.1 Jelly Bean available in July, SDK ...

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Google has been detailing its next-gen Android 4.1 Jelly Bean platform at the I/O keynote today. But when can we expect this latest update to arrive? the company has announced that Jelly Bean will be arriving on the Nexus S, Galaxy Nexus, and Motorola XOOM in mid-July with the SDK available to developers starting today.

Android 4.1 Jelly Bean is expected to bring a smoother, faster, and more delightful user experience through Project Butter, which involves implementing VSync, triple buffering, and touch responsiveness.

Jelly Bean will also bring new NFC and notifications features as well as an app called Google Now that helps plan your event and activities. whether its setting an appointment, planning your flight, bus route, or checking sports scores, Google Now will automatically give you the information you need.

For more details on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, be sure to check out our posts for Google I/O 2012 and look out for our event wrap-up.

Android 4.1 Jelly Bean available in July, SDK today – SlashGear

Jun 10

Reader Mail – Questions on the Acer Iconia ...

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Reader Johhny wrote in this week with the following questions:

“Hey I like the detail of your review, and it’s too bad you had a hard time with the A510, but how can you recommend an Asus 300 after all of that? please do a review on that tablet if possible. I just bought an a510 but might return it. So far I’ve only really had minor problems with the responsiveness of the touchscreen (compared to an ipad 2 I have access to).”

Thanks so much for writing in, Johnny. I am not sure what you mean by how can I recommend an Asus TF300 after my Acer A510 review. Maybe you mean how could I possibly recommend another Android tablet as an alternative to the A510, or how could I recommend the TF300 having not reviewed it. in the case of the former, I have owned and reviewed several Android tablets, and none of them have been as problematic as the A510 I reviewed. I am confident in recommending other Android tablets as alternatives to users for whom an Android tablet is the right fit.

If it is the latter, my recommendation may have come across as more authoritative than I intended. what I am saying is that if you are going to roll the dice on one of those two tablets, with the quality of the A510 being suspect IMO, I would choose to roll it on the TF300. At least if you are wrong you will not be laying out the extra $50 while you are waiting for a refund. in general, I would also say that Asus’ line of Android tablets have shown a better trend of both performance and quality from what I have observed. I loved my Acer A500 before I got rid of it, but things like the poor wireless connectivity of the A510 (a problem I have seen on every Android variant of the Acer Iconia Tab product-line), its lack of a flash on the rear-facing camera, and Acer’s lack of response on questions I sent in while the review was in progress, lead me to have little faith in the A510 as a product.

I have a few more days to wrap up my time with the Samsung ChromeBox XE300. I will see if it is possible to go back and take a look at the Asus TF300 if time permits. Thanks again for writing in. – Vr/Jay

Dear readers, please feel free to join the conversation on this or any other topic and send in your feedback and questions to the site. I will do my best to get you a response and will post it in the blog stream.

Reader Mail – Questions on the Acer Iconia Tab A510 vs. the ASUS Transformer TF300

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Apr 27

Hands On: Toshiba LX835 All-in-One Desktop

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Toshiba has had very few desktop PC models available in the U.S. for the past 10 years, but it has come back recently with its DX1215 and DX735 models, which were among last year’s crop of touch-screen desktops. this year, Toshiba is releasing a pair of newly designed models, and we got a chance to look at one.

The Toshiba LX835 is a 23-inch, all-in-one desktop with a true 1080p HD (1,920-by-1,080) resolution touch screen. It improves on the previous model by using capacitive touch technology, an improvement over the infrared touch screen of the previous generation. now the screen is totally seamless edge-to-edge, which makes the touch screen easier to use and easier to clean. The screen also supports up to 10 points of touch, matching a requirement for Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 8 operating system. The system we looked at was running a preview version of Windows 8, and the screen responsiveness was as good as most modern smartphones and tablets with capacitive screens. The screen’s colors and brightness matched what we’ve come to expect from Toshiba displays, bright and clear.

The LX835 uses an easel-style stand, which is simpler than the floating pedestal of the DX735. The system has recessed I/O ports on the left-hand side, including a media card slot and USB 3.0 ports. There’s a TV tuner connection on the back for the high-end configuration, along with an IR blaster for compatibility with set-top boxes.

Other check boxes on the features list include a slot-loading Blu-ray drive, HDMI input port, third-generation Intel Core processors, up to 16GB of RAM, up to 3TB hard drives, and built-in Onkyo speakers with SRS premium sound. A wireless keyboard and mouse use a hidden micro-USB receiver. one of the USB ports is a USB sleep and charge port, which lets you charge your tablet or smartphone while the system is asleep or off. Toshiba’s all-in-one desktops are rated EPEAT Gold and are Energy Star 5.0 compliant, so they’re economical to run.

Toshiba’s 21.5-inch LX815 starts at $599.99, and the 23-inch LX835 starts at 879.99. look for both systems at best Buy, online from e-tailers, and Toshiba.

Also today, Toshiba revamped its Satellite and Qosmio laptop lines.

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Hands On: Toshiba LX835 All-in-One Desktop

Apr 10

Acer Iconia Tab A510 Now on Pre-Order in the US, ...

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Acer’s latest tablet, the Iconia Tab A510, is now up for pre-order bookings in the US and Canada. The tablet is based on the NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad core processor, 1 GB of RAM, and has a 10 inch display that has a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels.

Among the tablet’s features is an 85 degree viewing angle. it also has support for 1080p HD playback and runs Android 4.0 ICS. The tablet also has a micro HDMI output through which it can be connected to a TV or monitor. it also has a micro USB port along with the ability to belt out Dolby audio sound output.

For connectivity, the A510 comes with 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Applications that the device comes pre-loaded with include Acer’s very own Clear.fi application along with Polaris Office. The Cler.fi application gives the tablet capability to stream content to phones, other tablet PCs or other storage devices. As for the tablet’s battery back-up times, Acer is claiming it to be around 12 hours.

Prices start at $449.99 for the base version, which seems to be the special Olympic versions that Acer had launched a while ago.

“our second-generation Acer A510 builds on the success of its award-winning predecessor with notable improvements in performance, responsiveness and ease-of use, elevating it to the status of ultimate mobile companion. Plus, the tablet will really surprise people with its comprehensive suite of productivity apps that will enable them to remain productive and connected on-the-go,” Paul Tayar, director of product marketing for connected devices, Acer America.

Catch up with the Press Release below for more on this:

Acer Iconia Tab A510 Tablet Delivers Quad Core Performance for High-End Entertainment and Productivity

Editor’s Summary: * Acer first tablet with Quad Core Tegra 3 Processor * Provides long battery life of up to 12 hours for video playback * Pre-installed productivity solution: mobile office suite Polaris™ 3.5 and wireless printing app * new tablet is first Acer Olympic Games Edition, exclusive design features Olympic rings * Pre-sale starts now at $449.99 for 32GB Iconia Tab A510 in U.S. and Canada

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 22, 2012 – Acer America today debuts its first quad-core tablet in North America, the Acer Iconia Tab A510 with an NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor. it is designed to deliver outstanding performance and a visually rich experience for mobile game playing and entertainment such as enjoying video and lifestyle apps.

In addition, the new 10.1-inch tablet Acer Iconia Tab A510 goes beyond what most people expect of their tablets to enable heightened productivity. The new tablet comes with the full suite of Polaris™ Office 3.5, which is compatible with Microsoft Office and allows reading and editing of various document formats for mobile access to important information. The new Acer tablet also includes Acer Print, so customers have a convenient and seamless way to print wirelessly from their tablet.

The first rate tablet experience is heightened with Android™ 4.0 OS (Ice Cream Sandwich) which features a more intuitive interface and improved overall performance for faster browsing, better multitasking, as well as enhanced app and folder management.

“The new Acer Iconia Tab A510 will exceed the expectations of customers who are ready to embrace using their tablets for more fun, entertainment and a first-rate mobile gaming experience,” said Paul Tayar, director of product marketing for connected devices, Acer America. “Our second-generation Acer A510 builds on the success of its award-winning predecessor with notable improvements in performance, responsiveness and ease-of use, elevating it to the status of ultimate mobile companion. Plus, the tablet will really surprise people with its comprehensive suite of productivity apps that will enable them to remain productive and connected on-the-go.”

Ultimate Performance with NVIDIA Tegra™ 3 Quad Core Processor, Extended Battery Life The Acer Iconia Tab A510 provides blazing speed and responsiveness powered by the NVIDIA Tegra™ 3 Mobile Processor and high-performance 12-Core GeForce NVIDIA GPU. This processor provides a unique Super 4-PLUS-1™ Quad Core CPU design with a fifth Battery Saver Core that allows up to four cores to be dedicated to demanding tasks such as watching video and playing the next generation of graphics-intense mobile games.

These four cores provide up to 2.6 times the performance and up to three times the graphics performance compared to previous generation processors, making the tablet incredibly responsive with life-like and crisp visuals for mobile entertainment and console-quality gaming on-the-go. The processor also provides up to four times faster web-browsing, smooth navigation, and hardware-accelerated support for Adobe Flash 11, which comes pre-installed on the tablet.

When the tablet takes on everyday tasks, the fifth Battery Saver Core becomes engaged in place of the other four cores, ultimately using less power and improving battery life. The 9800mAh battery, one of the highest capacity models in the industry, further improves battery life, so customers can enjoy their tablet for up to 12 hours(1) of video playback.

Productivity Suite, Printing, Make A510 Tablet a Mobile Workstation The Acer A510 tablet is packed with a full suite of productivity apps optimized for use on a tablet that will give any road warrior a much needed boost. The anchor of the suite is Polaris™ Office 3.5, which provides customers a premium way to read and edit various popular documents while providing enhanced integration with other tablet apps. it also features Evernote, the easy-to-use personal assistant that keeps customers organized by allowing them to capture and save web pages, photos, ideas and documents and then store them to the cloud for access from other devices.

With Acer Print, customers can print wirelessly from the convenience of their Acer tablet, unlike some tablets that require confusing or costly apps that don’t support a wide range of printers. Acer Print is compatible with 87 percent of brand name printers on the current market. in addition to supporting a variety of printing formats (doc, pic and browsers), Acer Print also shows the exact print layout on the screen, no matter if it’s a spreadsheet for work or coupons for grocery shopping.

Additionally, the Acer A510 can be taken to a meeting to deliver a presentation; it supports HDMI to VGA for quick connection to projector.

Thrilling Extras for Entertainment, Connectivity The Acer Iconia Tab A510 highlights lifelike and compelling 720p visuals thanks to the gorgeous 10.1-inch WXGA (1280×800 resolution) HD display. The Acer A510′s 16:10 aspect ratio and wide 85-degree viewing angle ensure an optimal viewing experience that is further improved by Dolby™ Mobile 3 audio. Plus, the display is a 10-point touch capacitive screen, so it delivers a remarkable degree of accuracy and responsiveness.

In addition, customers can share video stored on Acer Iconia Tab A510 with other devices via the tablet’s built-in micro HDMI port. Blu-ray™ quality 1080p video in 30fps can be streamed from the tablet to an external display. Plus, the micro USB 2.0 port enables quick content transfers to and from the tablet. Plus, the new tablet has been enhanced with the ability to conveniently charge it from its USB 2.0 port via another USB 2.0 device.

The Acer A510 is packed with features customers want in a tablet. Its 1GB of RAM(2) contributes to its fast mobile performance. The new tablet comes with an integrated 32GB of flash storage(2) for ample storage of photos, music and videos. The Acer A510 also has a Micro-SD card reader that supports up to 32GB Micro-SD cards(2) that can access additional digital content.

The Acer Iconia Tab A510 keeps consumers connected to Wi-Fi networks with reliable Acer 802.11a/b/g/n wireless technology. Plus, the integrated Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (enhanced data rate) allows consumers to connect the tablet to a variety of other devices, such as headsets and printers.

The 1MP fixed-focused front-facing camera has an improved zoom, making it ideal for video conferencing. The 5MP rear-facing camera is auto-focusing, and provides the ability to take snapshots while recording HD video. Video clips and photos can be enhanced on the fly, stored and searched for based on various tags, and conveniently stored on Google+™.

The Acer Iconia Tab A510 is ready for hours of entertainment with popular pre-loaded apps such as Kindle™ for reading and Netflix™ for instant movie enjoyment. Google™ Music allows customers to create and enjoy their own personal playlists on their tablet. The preloaded Tegra Zone Android™ app brings customers direction to the best Android™ games that are optimized for NVIDIA Tegra powered tablets.

Intuitive Experience with Android™ 4.0 and Acer Ring, clear.fi The Acer Iconia Tab A510 runs on Android™ 4.0 OS to deliver faster browsing, enhanced app and folder management options, more intuitive navigation, and a more polished design with enhanced holographic effects. Customers can easily customize their Acer tablet and will enjoy improved integration with Gmail™ email and calendar functions as well as improved multitasking and switching between tasks.

The Iconia Tab A510 features the unique interactive Acer Ring interface that can be customized to launch favorite apps, programs and websites. The Acer Ring one-touch button is always at the bottom of the display, so customers are always only a single touch away from what they care about most. it also features Screenshot, which can be used in any app to capture images of a web site, high score on a game, map and even a still from a video call.

Acer clear.fi is installed on the Acer Iconia Tab A510 to connect with any other DLNA-compliant device to quickly and easily share digital media. Clear.fi automatically connects all Acer devices on a network (smartphones, notebooks, desktops, HD media plays and storage devices) and gathers and organizes media files by type (video, music, photos, pre-recorded TV).

Olympic Edition Highlights Sleek, Usable Design The Acer Iconia Tab A510 is a special Olympic Games Tablet Edition of the Acer Iconia Tab line. it features the Acer and Olympic logos on the chassis to celebrate the company’s sponsorship of the upcoming 2012 Olympic Games. The new tablet was designed with on-the-go usability in mind. The chassis’ soft-touch finish is comfortable to hold and buttons such as volume and screen lock are well-placed. it easily fits in a purse, briefcase or book bag, as it measures only 10.2(w) x 6.9(d) x 0.43(h) inches and weighs just over 24 ounces.

Available in U.S. and Canada Starting at $449.99 The new Acer Iconia Tab A510 is available for pre-sale starting today at national electronics retailers in the United States and Canada at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $449.99 USD and CAD. The premiere models are the Acer A510-10s32 (silver) and Acer A510-10k32 (black).

Acer Iconia Tab A510 Now on Pre-Order in the US, Canada

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Oct 16

Archos 35 Internet Tablet shows up in France ...

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Looks like they’re still using a resistive screen but unlike many other companies Archos usually does a good job optimizing responsiveness for a resistive screen and is harder to tell it apart from how a capacitive would work for you.

However, Archos hardware does have it’s faults though.  My experience with a A70 for example, after just under a year of use, is run time now less than a hour, TS keeps losing calibration, screen rotation keeps getting stuck, edge of TS less responsive and forces me to use in portrait mode for more consistent usage, and the kick stand hinge pin popped out just recently.

Though of course everyone’s experience will be different but for the price you shouldn’t expect too much. but it was good when new…  While smaller models should be more durable and Archos has more years of experiencing at designing PMP’s anyway.

Mind though Apple is lowering the base price of their iTouch to $199 now and other similar products are starting to show up.  So there are more choices coming…

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Oct 08

Acer Aspire S3: Bobot Ringan dengan Daya Tahan ...

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BERLIN, GERMANY (September 2, 2011) – Acer announces its first Ultrabook at the IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin. the Acer Aspire S3 integrates the best features of notebook and mobile devices, offering users powerful performance for digital creation, in addition to ultra-fast responsiveness and interaction for content consumption, enhancing the freedom and overall computing experiences of users on the go. Innovative Acer Green Instant on technology provides instant-resume functionality and ensures battery longevity, while Acer Instant Connect delivers faster Internet access. the Aspire S3 is encased in a thin, light metal design that’s sturdy and aerodynamic. It will be available in select regions from September.

Campbell Kan, president of Personal Computer Global Operations, Acer Inc., said, “The Aspire S3 is truly designed to meet notebook users’ needs, combining essential features of the smartphone and tablet PC, such as fast startup and Internet connectivity, with long battery life. Matched with its slim form, the Aspire S3 will provide a fresh experience and set a major milestone in the history of Acer’s notebook development.”

Ultra-long unplugged freedom via instant on and connectModern notebook users want to maximize their time and effort wherever they go. the Aspire S3 helps them make the most of their time via two new innovations: Acer Green Instant on, which delivers ultra-fast responsiveness, energy efficiency and enhanced power management; and Acer Instant Connect, which provides access to the Internet in just 2.5 seconds , – four times faster than conventional connections – so users can go faster for better productivity and infotainment enjoyment. There’s no compromise.

Acer Green Instant on provides two sleep modes from which the Aspire S3 responds with surprising speed: from Sleep the Aspire S3 will resume in a mere 1.5 seconds,2 and from Deep Sleep it resumes in 6 seconds.2 with these energy-conscious innovations, the Aspire S3?s battery life lasts up to 50 days , – even longer than regular mobile phone batteries!

Ultra-slim in an aerodynamic metal designFor easy-to-carry convenience, the Aspire S3 measures 1.3 cm thin and weighs less than 1.4 kg (3 lbs.). It’s also equipped with a full-size Acer FineTip chiclet keyboard, designed for comfortable use and maximum productivity. All-day usability is assured by a super-lightweight, high-density battery that delivers up to 7 hours of juice. the aerodynamic design of the Aspire S3 features a strong and lightweight aluminum/magnesium alloy chassis, and a lid with a fingerprint-free metal finish that feels as smooth as silk.

The 13.3? ultra-thin HD LED display adopts an open cell design to conserve materials by using the lid and bezel to form an aluminum frame for the screen. this creates a super-slim yet protective profile and reduces the energy required during manufacture as compared to conventional panel designs.

Innovative airflow design enhances comfortThe Aspire S3 features a vent-free bottom so the notebook rests comfortably on the user’s lap. Warm components are smartly placed away from the palmrest and touchpad area, so users won’t feel any heat discomfort. further innovation is offered via a new airflow design that dissipates warm air from the rear of the notebook, preventing air from blowing towards the user’s hands. Finally, the fan motor is optimized to enhance efficiency and lower power consumption to help increase system battery life.

Uncompromising performance for content creation and enjoymentThe Aspire S3 features the latest 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i3/i5/i7 processors for full computing and digital creation capability, and a choice of 240 GB SSD or 320/500 GB HDD with embedded SSD for ultra-fast access and ample media and data storage. Packing professionally-tuned Dolby® Home Theater® v4, the Aspire S3 delivers vibrant, cinema-style surround sound and enhanced dialogue quality for optimum listening experiences. Standard HDMI® output is also included for connecting the Aspire S3 to popular HD peripheral devices for high-def digital/video playback and extension. Furthermore, users can quickly and easily share data or download photos from their digital cameras using the 2-in-1 card reader that supports SD™ Cards and MultiMediaCard™.

On-the-go users can keep in touch with friends and colleagues with high-clarity video conferences thanks to the integrated Acer Crystal Eye 1.3 megapixel camera and microphone – with superior Wi-Fi® connections guaranteed by Acer InviLink™ Nplify™ 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ technology. Wireless convenience is enhanced by the addition of latest-generation Bluetooth® 4.0+HSR technology with lower power consumption.

“We are very happy to see the formal launch of the Acer Aspire S3, Acer’s first Ultrabook, and to be one of the leading time-to-market partners to place an Ultrabook in the market. the features of the Aspire S3, powered by 2nd generation Intel® Core™ processors – including instant on, instant connect, long battery life, and its elegant slim and light design – will satisfy many users’ desire for a free and easy life on the go,” said Mooly Eden, vice president and general manager of the Intel PC Client Group.

“As the only Ultrabook with an HDD option, the Aspire S3 offers the computing power and storage needs of a notebook, along with the mobile communication advantages of the smartphone and tablet PC,” added Kan. “It’s a major breakthrough in notebook design and will surely fortify our notebook competitiveness in the ICT market.”

Priced between €799 and €1199, the Aspire S3 will start to roll out in select regions in September and ramp-up in October, and is expected to become Acer’s star product during the fourth quarter. For product price, specifications and availability in each country, please contact Acer’s local operations.

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