Ultra-portable MacBook to roll out

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Ultra-portable MacBook to roll out

Looks like Apple will be releasing its 13" ultra-portable MacBook at the Macworld Expo and Conference 2008 after all, and while it shaves just 2" off the current 15" MacBook Pro in terms of screen size, it will be roughly 50% lighter as well as much slimmer. Other than the standard minimalist nature of its design, this new 13" MacBook will do without the traditional optional disc drive, so you'll have to pack in a portable one if you tend to transfer plenty of media from a CD or DVD over to your MacBook. Other features include the adoption of new 13" LCD panels that boast LED backlights and integrated NAND flash drives. Good time to pick up some Apple stock ahead of the new MacBook announcement, perhaps?

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ASUS Ecobook is eco-friendly

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ASUS Ecobook is eco-friendly

The ASUS Ecobook aims to be as environmentally friendly as possible, with ASUS aiming for a 50% recyclable rate where the sum of the Ecobook's parts are concerned. In order to achieve this goal, the Ecobook features smooth strips of bamboo all over, but additional details are still scarce. Currently, the laptop's chassis is still not finalized as with its processor. Hopefully these bamboo strips have been treated lest termites eat up your 'homework'.

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Version 2.0 of Microsoft mouse coming

post from Ubergizmo on 12 November 2007 11:03:40 PM. © Ubergizmo

Microsoft's Wireless Laser Mouse 6000 will be getting a second, updated version soon as it is currently under the FCC's scrutiny. There is not much buzz about stuff that's changed within, but we do know that the form factor has remained relatively untouched. There is an additional button located just behind the scroll wheel up top, and the entire mouse just looks a whole lot smoother to the touch. No idea on when this new Microsoft Wireless Laser Mouse 6000 will hit the streets, but hopefully it will be sooner rather than later.

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Denon AH-C551 in-ear headphones

post from Ubergizmo on 12 November 2007 11:02:30 PM. © Ubergizmo

Denon AH-C551 in-ear headphones Denon has released its AH-C551 in-ear headphones that will be the budget version of the £140 AH-C750s. Featuring what it calls a "Metal Pod" design, the AH-C551 boasts an in-ear canal design that insulates ears from external noise, letting listeners to get the best audio experience possible even in noisy environments without going past safe levels. The AH-C551 is constructed from machined aluminum and come with advanced 11mm diaphgram drive units for exceptional clarity, a rich smooth sound as well as thumping bass. Choose from silver or black colors for £69.99.

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Nokia NM705i heads for DoCoMo

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Nokia NM705i heads for DoCoMo

Nokia is certainly taking its role in the Japanese market seriously with the NM705i cellphone which is available exclusively to NTT DoCoMo customers. Designed to work on the FOMA (WCDMA 2100MHz) network and WCDMA 800/850 network, this quad-band GSM phone will be able to function just about anywhere else in the world. Features include an integrated FM radio and Bluetooth 2.0 compatibility. As to pricing and availability details, they're just about as non-existent as life on Mars despite gaining FCC approval recently.

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Boosted Tin Can Speakers

post from Ubergizmo on 12 November 2007 11:00:30 PM. © Ubergizmo

Normally, tin can speakers are often used as a derogatory term amongst audiophiles, but Boosted decided to go ahead and launch a limited edition of Boosted Tin Can Speakers (Volume 1) that features a tin can form factor. The Tin Can Speakers will be compatible with a host of portable media players such as iPods, consoles and computers. They're battery operated, so make sure you always carry some spares around with you wherever you go. Volume 1 boasts artwork from renowned street artists MINT (Mikhail Sokovikov), SERF (Jason Wall) and MAINFRAME (Dean Bradley). There will only be 400 of these in circulation, and the $99.99 price tag makes it highly affordable so you'll have to act fast if you want one.

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Ambient Forecasting Umbrella

post from Gizmos for Geeks on 12 November 2007 11:00:14 PM. © Gizmos for Geeks

The Ambient Forecasting Umbrella is not your fathers umbrella! This umbrella has been given intelligence via an injection of technology in it’s handle. The handle has a built-in wireless receiver which receives a daily weather forecast from Accuweather.com. If the forecast includes rain or snow, blue LEDs flash in the [...]

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Toughbooks have different form factors

Toughbooks have different form factors Panasonic's new Toughbooks will come in a trio of form factors - the ultraportable W7, tablet T7, and slim Y7 notebook. All three will be powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, weighing between 3 to 3.7 pounds. Shared features include Bluetooth 2.0 and WiFi connectivity, in addition to a DVD Super multi drive. You can pretty much put these through a whole lot of abuse considering how they can stand up to heavy pressure, thanks to a magnesium-alloy casing, shock-mounted hard drives, and flexible internal connectors. This 7 Series of Toughbooks also boast spill-through keyboards that laugh in the face of an accidentally tipped over mug of coffee. Prices range between $2,099 and $2,449 when they go on sale next month onwards.

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Wii gets the Shaft

Wii gets the Shaft Now I know the Wii's name is a long running gag, and this act has just gotten a new act thanks to Overline Gaming who released the Shaft. Touted to be the only arcade style joystick for the Wii Virtual Console at this time, you get the standard multi-directional joystick and six buttons to mash on. It comes in three colors - Arctic White, Coral Pink and Midnight Black. You can place your pre-order today, where one will cost $39.95 while getting a pair is cheaper at $69.95. That's a pretty good price considering the recommended retail price is $79.95 for just one. Pre-orders will arrive at your doorstep on December 24th - just in time for Christmas.

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Elecom PASS system

Elecom PASS system Elecom aims to secure your data with its PASS (Password Authentication Security System) which lets you specify just which computers can see data on your drive. Should you unfortunately lose the PASS drive, you can always rest easy as the data becomes unreadable should anyone else plug it into a non-authorized computer. There is no release date nor pricing details for the Elecom PASS as at press time. You can store up to 16GB worth of data on this puppy though, and it is compatible with both Windows and Mac platforms.