Represented by thin and durable ultrabook Lenovo ThinkPad T431s

Was the announcement of ultrabook ThinkPad T431s Lenovo with a clear (for its size) display. This is the thinnest model in the ThinkPad T with strength, complying with the standard Mil-SPEC 8. The device operates on 3G and 4G-network.

Device is based on a chip Intel Core i5-3337U (optional proposed processor Core i7). Resolution 14-inch screen - 1600x900 pixels (matte finish), Brightness - 250 nits. The display tilts 180 degrees. Has 4 GB of RAM and a hard disk with a capacity of at least 320 GB or SSD.

Not without Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and WWAN, and connectors Ethernet, two USB 3.0, 3,5-mm composite input / output, VGA and Card Reader 4-in-1. As an operating system is Windows 7 or Windows 8. Optional features backlit keyboard.

Dimensions of the gadget: 330h226h20 mm and weighs about 1630 ThinkPad T431s Home sales scheduled for April at a price of 949 dollars. The plans includes the release Lenovo 12-inch analog of this device.

Google Introduces Chrome-based Touch Screen Laptop

Google's Chrome OS is still a small player in the PC market, unlike Android's dominance of mobile. However, the search giant is making moves to improve its position. This month it has revealed the first touch screen Chromebook, but is it any good?

Touches Of Chrome
More and more modern laptops are taking advantage of touchscreen technology in order to help this traditional portable PC form factor take the fight to the booming tablet market.

Microsoft's Windows 8 operating system (OS) is explicitly designed to work well in a touch-based technological environment, although even this latest offering from one of the world's largest companies is having a tough time holding onto the market share established by its forebears.

Google has the smartphone and tablet industries wrapped up with the finger-friendly Android, but it remains a very minor player when it comes to the laptop market.

Here its Chrome OS is facing an uphill struggle to convince consumers that it is worth picking over Windows or Apple's OS X, largely because it is based almost entirely in web connectivity and the cloud, which renders it almost useless if you happen to lack broadband at home.

Google is hoping to convince people that Chrome OS is still a viable alternative with the introduction of a new Chromebook device that is already being compared with Apple's MacBook Air.

The new laptop is known as the Pixel, which is a reference to the fact that its touchscreen display has allegedly been endowed with the highest pixel density of any portable PC currently on the market.

Google's Linus Upson helped to reveal the Pixel and said that it has a ppi rating of 239. That is not quite as impressive as the iPhone 5's 326ppi, but of course users will not be holding the Pixel quite so close to their faces.

The screen is also of course touch sensitive, which is why Upson went all out in promoting the tactile intuitiveness of the Chrome OS when interacted with via fingers rather than a keyboard and mouse.

Users can swipe between open applications, change tabs on the browser and generally engage with most aspects of the OS without having to use anything else other than their digits.

The screen measures 12.85 inches across the diagonal and has a native resolution of 2560x1700, whilst its Gorilla Glass surface gives its a premium glossy finish and should also make it durable, which is important for something that is going to constantly come into contact with a user's hands.

The Pixel is powered by an Intel Core i5 processor and uses solid state storage to keep everything running quickly, as well as minimising boot times.

Connectivity is also impressive, with both Wi-Fi and 4G LTE antennas housed within its slender chassis.

Laptops with touch screens still have a long way to go if they are going to fight back against tablet rivals, so this Chromebook still has a lot to prove.

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Maria is a blogger and tech specialist who reports for a number of outlets both online and off. She has used touch screens for PC interaction for many years and is pleased to see OS platforms finally adapting to fit in with tactile advances made by hardware manufacturers.

Apps that make great business sense

Making your business mobile makes a huge amount of sense logistically. Luckily, there are a number of eminently suitable apps to help you get the cogs of your business turning, even when you are on the move.

Maybe your business just doesn't have a proper office yet, or perhaps you are in the middle of moving office. Possibly the needs of your business require you to be on the move a lot of the time. Perhaps you just like to travel a lot and you can get away with working through your devices while padding around in your flip-flops and Speedos. Either way, you need to make sure that your smartphone or tablet can help you get the job done in record time, so you have more time to work on the real important things in life, like your tan.

Readdle Pro Scan and Printer Pro: Imprint this on your memory

These are two exceptionally useful apps, which you will find handy when you are in the office, and not just when you are travelling. Scanner Pro essentially transforms your device into a portable scanner. It is very quick and convenient to use and is particularly useful for scanning segments of documents. Meanwhile the Printer Pro gives the user the option of printing attachments, documents and web pages straight from an iPhone or iPad. Again it is very convenient and saves a fair amount of the hassle of using an office computer. It is perhaps particularly handy for small businesses where there is not that much call or space for a proper office. Restaurateurs, bar owners and clothing shop owners would probably find both tools especially useful.

OfficeTime: Every minute spent is a pound earned

If you have the luxury of being able to bill your customers by the hour or even, heaven be praised, by the minute, then OfficeTime will help make sure that you don't miss a second of how long you spent working on a project.

The app comes free and is more than adequate for smaller-sized offices thanks to being able to track multiple hourly rates with multiple timers. It also operates effectively offline. There is a timer in the background so you can keep track of how much time you are spending on each project as you work on it.

There is a simple upgrade to the pro version, which larger law firms, for example, will find useful. There is also a feature that allows you to export the date to Excel or Numbers, which makes invoicing much easier.

My Lead Responder: An easy sell

There is an extraordinarily fine-line between following up a lead and pestering. Your client or lead is invariably busy and will most likely require gentle pushing to remind him to sign up to your services. If you are too timid or simply forget to chase the lead up then you could easily lose the client, but at the same time if you push too hard you could end up causing resentment. With My Lead Responder, you can easily keep track of how much time has passed between each push, so that you always get it just right. It also helps you keep track of the dates you agreed with your client to reconvene the enquiry. Estate agents in particular will love this app.

FormMobi: Send forms at a fair clip

FormMobi is a Cloud-based clipboard that will save you hours of retyping. Just create a form, collect the data remotely on your smartphone, or even better, your tablet, and then export the data to any platform with just the click of a button.

David Thompson is a fresh and upcoming technology and entertainment blogger who enjoys the challenges of creativity and attention to detail. His specific areas of interest include film, gaming and the mobile industry, encompassing everything from manufacturer-specific news from Apple to industry announcements from the likes of O2.

Will convertible tablets replace laptops?

When the iPad made its debut in 2010, some consumers thought it was a bridge between smartphones and laptops. At the time, tablets were known for their mobility, but also their distinct lack of computing power. In the last few years, the mobile devices have gained functionality, and they now rival many laptops in terms of available features.

With the rise of ultrabooks and other slim computer models, tablets and laptops have found themselves on somewhat equal footing. As manufactures shrunk their computers, they stripped away features like optical drives, and now the only distinguishing feature between the two devices is the built-in keyboard.

That could be changing soon as convertible tablets become more popular. Windows 8 seems to have motivated manufactures to create hybrid gadgets that combine the computing power of laptops and tablets. With fully integrated keyboards, the devices could be the next step in personal computing technology and might replace laptops. Below are some of the best models that could be ushering the next digital age.

Lenovo ThinkPad X230

Lenovo is well-known for its products' excellent performance, and the ThinkPad X230 continues this positive tradition. According to Laptop Magazine, the battery lasts a full day. Additionally, the keyboard is sturdy and responsive and doesn't add too much weight to the device.

The news source points out that one of the few drawbacks is touchscreen's lack of functionality. While the device responds to most commands, it sometimes can be difficult to make selections and navigate between multiple windows without a touchpad or mouse.

HP EliteBook 2760p

Convertible tablets must be durable so users can switch between the laptop and tablet modes without risking damage. The HP EliteBook 2760p is as durable as it is functionable, with a sturdy hinge that can endure regular wear and tear as well as major accidents.

You should note that this model runs on Windows 7. Unlike Windows 8, the older operating system doesn't have an interface that has been optimized for tablets, so it may be difficult to use it as a mobile device.

ASUS VivoTab RT

The VivoTab RT is a tablet that boasts a detachable keyboard as its main feature. With the keyboard, the device only weighs 1.5 pounds, which is less than most ultrabooks and on par with many tablets.

The gadget runs on Windows 8 RT and has two separate menus for tablet and laptop mode. Also, the Gorilla Glass display is scratch-resistant and features wide viewing angles so colors aren't distorted.

These are only three of the convertible tablets that represent the next wave in computing technology. Do you plan on leaving your laptop behind for a hybrid device?

Sales of Microsoft Surface Pro tablet will begin in February

Those wishing to purchase tablets Surface Windows 8 Pro with Intel will have to wait a bit. Corporation Microsoft has appointed start selling model in the U.S. and Canada on February 9. It can be purchased through the company stores Microsoft (online and retail), as well as in large retail chains.

Underlying Surface Windows 8 Pro is 22-nanometer Core i5 processor third generation. The touch screen has ClearType Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels, and diagonal size 10.6 inches. There are Mini DisplayPort and USB 3.0-interface, two cameras and a slot for MicroSDXC-cards.

The thickness of the device - 13.5 mm, weight - 903 grams. The cost of the version with 64 GB of memory is set at $ 899, and the version with the memory of 128 GB - $ 999. Scope of supply implies pen Surface Pen.

Separate accessory for $ 120 will be offered cover with keyboard Touch Cover, for $ 130 - with Type Cover, as well as approximately 70 - Wireless Mouse with Touch Control - Wedge Touch Mouse Surface Edition.

Wind Top AP2021 - monoblock PC from MSI

The company MSI has brought to Las Vegas for CES 2013 desktop Wind Top AP2021 hardware platform Intel. The device is "all in one".

As processor model uses a 2.9-GHz Pentium G2020 or 3.3-GHz Core i3-3220. Resolution 20-inch touch screen - 1600 × 900 pixels (support "multitouch"). Thanks to a special removable stand that comes with the device, the computer screen can be placed in the position of "album" or "portrait".

There are 4 or 8 GB of RAM and hard disk capacity of 500 GB, Wi-Fi-adapter for HDMI, four USB 2.0-port and two USB 3.0, webcam at 1 megapixel, optical drive type DVD Super Multi, stereo speakers ( 3 W), card reader and optional - TV-tuner.

Desktop dimensions: 495 × 359 × 91 mm and weighs 7.33 kg. The estimated cost of Wind Top AP2021 - $ 700.

Tablet Slider LG Tab-Book Z160 for Windows 8

As expected, at CES 2013, LG unveiled a new tablet PC for Windows 8, made ​​in the slider form factor. Thanks slaydernoy layout LG Tab-Book Z160 was another hybrid ultrabook and tablet running on "eight." A more accurate name - the 11.6-inch tablet with a sliding keyboard.

To use the device as a laptop user only has to press the button on the side of the keyboard and put forward, which is used as a stand. To use the device as a tablet keyboard in one motion slides under the screen.

This design increases the weight to 1.04 kg (LG Tab-Book Z160 heavier than a usual tablet, but lighter than a standard laptop.) The second drawback (traditional for all sliders) - no keyboard touchpad, which necessarily present on keyboards tablets such as "transformer". In this deficiency simple explanation for the TouchPad is no more space, so the keyboard is used as the base.

At the core of LG Tab-Book Z160 processor is Intel Core i5 Ivy Bridge. The tablet has a 11.6-inch display with 720p matrix IPS. Memory - 8 GB capacity solid state drive - 160 GB.

Reinforced notebook Algiz XRW

Pro notebooks in enhanced body know all, but about the same netbooks ever heard? But they also exist, and a very long time - in 2010, the company Handheld Group introduced a new product called the Algiz XRW . It quickly became popular with buyers interested in purchasing a durable mobile PC, but just as quickly obsolete. Two years later, the netbook was updated hardware filling, as reported by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

FCC, appears to be involved in testing the netbook Algiz XRW , which means that he will soon go on sale. Manufacturer replacing the most important - the motherboard and processor. Now, according to MobileDevice , This computer motherboard with NM10 chipset and CPU Intel Atom Z600 with two cores and 1.6 GHz. They replaced the Atom Z550 and US15W respectively. Other specifications of high-netbook Handheld Algiz XRW features 2 GB of RAM, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi latest revisions, GPS-receiver, two-port USB 2.0, network card, COM-port and VGA output for an external monitor.

The main screen mini-laptop has received a diagonal of 10.1 inches and a resolution of 1366x768 pixels. As for the disk subsystem, there is a 64-gigabyte SSD-drive on the controller Sandforce SF-2141. With the cost of an updated version of Algiz XRW manufacturer has not yet determined, but it will clearly be higher than the price of conventional netbooks. The current modification Algiz XRW on some Web sites is estimated at $ 3,100.

Granted Ultrabook Tablet MSI slidebook S20

Company Micro-Star International introduced a new device - ultrabook tablet MSI Slidebook S20 , which was shown at Computex 2012.

Technical equipment of the gadget can be designated as "advanced", preinstalled OS - Windows 8. MSI is positioned novelty as the perfect solution for business and leisure. In the unfolded state the novelty can be used as a laptop when closed - as a tablet computer.

Specifications MSI Slidebook S20 :

• Processor: Intel Core i5 (third generation);
• OS: Windows 8;
• Memory: RAM - up to 8 GB DDR3 (1333 MHz), built-in - 64 GB or 128 GB, mSATA SSD, you can connect an external 2.5-inch HDD;
• Ports: RJ-45, miniHDMI, two USB 3.0, audio output 3.5 mm;
• Communication: LAN (Gigabit Ethernet), Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n;
• Battery: 3800 mAh 3-cell;
• Dimensions: 300 × 196,5 × 19,8 mm, weight - 1,6 kg.

The new apple ipad is lighter and thinner

The network has a regular rumors of a Tablet PC Apple iPad fifth generation under development in the Apple (maybe). According to the post, the Japan tehnobloga Macotakara (citing anonymous sources), kupertinovtsy may submit a new tablet in March.

If this prediction matches the reality, the analysts predict will come true, according to which Apple has once again change the schedule of announcements and the release of their new devices because of growing competition from mobile gadgets running on Android.

On the tablet Apple iPad fifth generation knows too much. According to informants, the new "Apple" tablet will be lighter and thinner than the previous unit, and its design is almost completely "shot" with Apple iPad mini. According to revised rumored new Apple iPad will be on 4/17/2 mm smaller previous unit in height, width and thickness. Rather, the introduction of new dimensions imply a change in the hardware, details of which are missing. At the same time, the new version of the iPad mini (rumored) will be equipped with 7.9-inch Retina display with a resolution of 2048 × 1536 pixels (density - 326 ppi), as well as a powerful processor Apple A6X.

Announced notebook-transformer HP EliteBook Revolve

Was the announcement of a laptop EliteBook Revolve from the company Hewlett-Packard based on Intel.

New focus on business users. Its touch screen has the ability to rotate 360 ​​degrees and go to the back of the keyboard, making the laptop into a tablet. Screen of 11.6 inches has a resolution of 1366 × 768 pixels (protected by glass Gorilla Glass 2).

The model is a processor Core i3, i5 or i7 third generation. Possible amount of RAM is 4 to 12 GB. Capacity of the hard drive - 256 GB.

In the presence of Wi-Fi-card, web camera, supports 720p-video, DisplayPort and USB 3.0-ports, and chip NFC. Optionally, an apparatus 3G or LTE-module. Case size in thickness of about 22 mm, weight - 1.38 kg. In the role of the system platform will be offered to Windows 7 Pro and 8 Pro.

Admission HP EliteBook Revolve is expected in March. Cost information is not reported.

ASUS VIVOTAB TF810C TABLET IS ALREADY AVAILABLE FOR $779

As previously reported, ASUS VivoTab TF810C - a tablet on Windows 8, made ​​on the basis of processor Intel Atom Z2760 Clover Trail. The device is equipped with 11.6-inch Super IPS screen (resolution - 1366 × 768 pixels), as well as a docking keyboard, battery which prolongs battery life of your computer.

In addition, the tablet ASUS VivoTab TF810C has an active digitizer Wacom, the presence of which makes it possible to use active digital pen. The new tablet by ASUS Windows 8 is already being sold in the U.S. starting price - $ 799.

ASUS VivoTab TF810C equipped with 2 GB of RAM and a solid state drive to 64 GB. This is one of the most expensive tablets based on Intel Atom commercially available today, as the tablet is worth $ 799 as it is. Docking keyboard sold separately, the price - $ 200.

According to the manufacturer, the tablet without the keyboard can be used in techenie10 hours, connect the dock extends that period to 19 hours. In addition, the device has Wi-Fi adapter and Bluetooth, as well as two cameras front (2MP) and major (8 MP).

Since VivoTab TF810C equipped with an X86, then it uses a full version of Windows 8. This means that at this gadget, you can run any applications written for earlier versions of Windows. This feature is absent in the Tablet PC ASUS VivoTab RT , which is equipped with ARM-processor NVIDIA Tegra 3 and the operating system Windows RT. But the price of this tablet is much lower - only $ 599.

If the buyer believes that the $ 799 for the tablet - it's too much, it can be recommended to that wait for the start of sales of "tablet" Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 , which is also equipped with a digitizer, 2 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal memory, and operating system Windows 8. The price of the device starts at $ 649.

Bliss Pad B9712KB: a plate of trasformer NEXUS

Nexus Company presented on the market, the original model tablet Bliss Pad B9712 KB, the distinctive feature of which is the presence of a wireless Bluetooth keyboard, which is a tablet stand and carrying case, and it can be used as a netbook.

A further advantages of this device is running an operating system Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, manufacturer indicates the presence of a 9.7-inch IPS-display with a resolution of 1024x768. In addition, there is a 1 GHz processor Boxchip A10 (Cortex A8 core architecture) with the ability to programmatically acceleration up to 1.5 GHz, HDMI port, 1 GB of RAM (DDR3), 16 GB of internal memory, a slot for MicroSD memory cards and two cameras.

Other characteristics of Bliss Pad B9712 KB:

• Processor: BOXCHIP A10, 1 GHz
• Platform: Android 4.0
• Display: 9.7-inch, IPS, a resolution 1027h768 points
• Main Camera: 2 MP
• Front camera: VGA
• Memory: 1 GB of RAM (DDR3), 16 GB internal, microSD slot for memory cards (up to 32GB)
• Communications: Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g, Bluetooth, USB 2.0, Mini USB, HDMI, 3.5 mm audio jack
• Battery: 8000 mA / h
• Misc: Accelerometer

Toshiba To Take On IPads With Windows 8 Tablets

Acer Inc., Toshiba Corp. (6502) and Asustek Computer Inc. (2357) will unveil tablets running Microsoft Corp.'s Windows 8 operating system next week, people with knowledge of the matter said, challenging the dominance of Apple Inc. (AAPL)'s iPad.

Acer will display a tablet based on Microsoft's new software at the Computex show in Taipei, while Toshiba will show a tablet and a notebook-type device, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plans haven't been made public. Asustek will present tablets with detachable keyboards similar to its current Transformer model, the people said.

The annual Computex show provides a forum for the computer industry to tout its wares before the typical increase in second-half demand. Computer makers allied with Microsoft (MSFT) will use this year's event to highlight a long-awaited response to the iPad and machines that run Google Inc.'s Android operating system, which together have 91 percent of the tablet market.

Windows 8 also will be the first version of the software that will work on processors using ARM Holdings Plc (ARM) technology, a type of chip made by Qualcomm Inc. (QCOM), Texas Instruments Inc. (TXN) and Nvidia Corp. that dominates the phone industry. ARM-based chips, manufactured by Samsung Electronics Co., power the iPad.

The use of ARM-based chips marks a snub for Intel Corp. (INTC), which along with Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD) has been the exclusive provider of chips for Windows machines. Intel, which has more than 80 percent of the PC-chip market, hasn't been able to parlay that dominance into market share in phones or tablets.

Asustek will demonstrate tablets based on an Nvidia ARM- based chip called Tegra and another powered by an Intel chip, the people said. The Tegra-based device, which is similar to the one that will go on sale, will be displayed publicly, setting up an opportunity for direct comparisons between a Windows computer running on ARM and one using Intel technology.

Tablet Sales
The Acer (2353) tablet is built around an Intel chip, while Toshiba is using Texas Instruments for its processors.

Microsoft plans to show off Asustek devices in a presentation by Vice President Steven Guggenheimer at the show on June 6, said one person familiar with the company's plans.

The show provides the first airing of tablet hardware that Microsoft intends to use to narrow Apple's lead in the tablet market. Sales of Windows PCs to consumers have slumped as buyers opt for tablets, making it critical for Microsoft to offer a compelling option in that category.

The tablet market is poised to grow 70 percent a year on average through 2015, according to estimates from Evercore Group LLC. Traditional notebooks will have an average annual growth rate of 8 percent. Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook predicted in January and reiterated this week that tablets will surpass PCs in terms of units sold.

Windows 8
The June 5-9 Taipei show will highlight a limited number of ARM-based devices as Microsoft seeks to ensure that when Windows 8 is released later this year, the products will stand up to comparisons with the iPad. The limited debut will be followed by a second wave of computer and phone makers lined up for next year, two of the people said.

Qualcomm, the world's largest maker of mobile-phone chips, will demonstrate a test device running Windows 8 based on its Snapdragon processor, said a person familiar with its plans. The company is committed to having customer devices in the market when the new version of the software goes on sale, the person said.

By: Ian King, Dina Bass and Tim Culpan

Dell XPS 13 Ultrabook, starts at $999

If you were speedy enough to grab those spilled docs for Dell's new ultra machine, we've got great news -- you won't have to wait much longer to put 'em to good use. Just as promised, the Round Rock, Texas crew's taken the locks off the virtual shelves in which its slim XPS 13 sits. Weighing in at just under three pounds, this mighty 13.3-inch Ultrabook will set you back $999 for the entry level model, which packs Intel's Core i5-2467M CPU and HD 3000 graphics, along with 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. If you do, however, decide to take the pricier ($1,499), better-specced road, you'll be walking out with a Core i7-2637M processor as well as a 256GB Solid State Drive. Regardless of which route you end up taking, be sure to check out our hands-on before you add it to your cart.
By Edgar Alvarez

SOURCE: Dell