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Continue reading Shuttle's Pine Trail-powered all-in-one PC debuts at CES

Shuttle's Pine Trail-powered all-in-one PC debuts at CES originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 18:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Here's something cool and different that caught our eye: the Jellow Family Computer is a concept device from MSI. This all-in-one has a sliding 23-inch HD LED display that moves to reveal a hidden keyboard underneath. The model being shown had a manually sliding screen, and reps were unsure about whether it would have an electric mechanism should it ever get to market. The mechanism certainly didn't seem close to ready, and it couldn't even close fully. Regardless, we're intrigued by the idea and managed to grab some video of the keyboard being removed. See it in action after the break.

Continue reading MSI Jellow sliding all-in-one hands-on (video)

MSI Jellow sliding all-in-one hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 18:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We just spent a little time with Dell's updated Inspiron 15 Core i5 which were introduced earlier today. As far as looks go -- well, they're Dells, and not much has changed from previous iterations. Of course, it's what inside that counts here, so while you might not go through the roof over their aesthetics, if it's power you seek (of course it is), you'll be happy to hear that this dude is no slouches in that department. Yes, it's seriously fingerprint-prone, though we spied a matte brown option that should take care of that problem if you're seriously offended by it. You can also get the Studio 17 (you guessed it, a 17-incher) if you really need a beast. Both models we got a look at featured Intel's just-unveiled Mobile Core i5 processors, (Core i3s are also available but are "coming soon" at this time). Prices for these bad boys start at $849 for the Studio 15 and $949 for the 17-incher. Gallery is after the break.

Continue reading Dell Inspiron 15 (with Core i5) hands-on

Dell Inspiron 15 (with Core i5) hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 18:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Microsoft debuts Arc Keyboard, exclusive to Best Buy originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 18:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Live from Paul Otellini's Intel CES keynote

Live from Paul Otellini's Intel CES keynote originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 19:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony's unleashed quartet of Scrabble-friendly VAIOs this week -- Z, F, Y, and W -- and while they all have their merits, the two that really caught our eye were the the bulkier, gamer-friendly VAIO F, and the environmentally-conscious VAIO W Eco Edition. The green hue's gonna be a deal-breaker for some, but the packaging is a welcome touch and from cursory glance it is a sturdy and competent netbook. There's never enough time to test the internals, but for now, at least take solace in a bevy of pictures below (VAIO Y and Z after the break).

Continue reading Sony VAIO W, Z, F, and Y series hands-on: lean and green vs. gaming elite

Sony VAIO W, Z, F, and Y series hands-on: lean and green vs. gaming elite originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 19:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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And just like that, the already rather crowded competition for a prevalent ebook platform grows by one. Copia, a subsidiary of DMC Worldwide, has introduced a number of ereader devices and its eponymous online store in a quest to conquer a share of the market. Focused on social networking, it integrates Facebook and Twitter accounts and allows you to share your library with friends, with cute little Venn diagrams representing how far your reading habits overlap. We've got video of the interface being demoed and shots of the own-brand devices, but Copia tells us it intends to support other companies' hardware too with its ePUB distribution service.

Continue reading Copia intros ereader devices and platform (video)

Copia intros ereader devices and platform (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 19:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apple Tablet rumors evolve into Zen koans: 'it's a big iPhone, but it's not a big iPhone' originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 19:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Remember the Wireless Display tech that leaked last week? Well, as of tonight's keynote it's official -- and it's officially called WiDi. This bad boy connect your laptop to your HDTV via WiFi, streaming video and audio with to your heart's content. Apparently, you need a Core i3 or i5 laptop, and the adapter box will set you back $100. The first WiDi devices will go on sale at Best Buy starting January 17th. Full PC spec requirements listed after the break.

Continue reading Intel announces WiDi HD wireless display technology

Intel announces WiDi HD wireless display technology originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading First Chevrolet Volt battery rolls off the assembly line, wonders where its home is (video)

First Chevrolet Volt battery rolls off the assembly line, wonders where its home is (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 19:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony Ericsson Robyn pops up again, shows most of its Mini facets originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 19:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We need app stores for everything, right?! Intel thinks so. Chipzilla has finally just launched the Atom app store in beta, which will not only come pre-installed on Atom netbooks from Samsung, ASUS and Acer, but will also be available for download for Windows and Linux. Intel's been working with over 3,000 devs, but there should be even more apps on the way. So, what are you waiting for? Hit the source link and go download the beta.


Updated: We downloaded the app store to an ASUS Eee PC 1005HA. Hit the break for our impressions.

Continue reading Intel launches AppUp Center app store for Atom-powered devices (updated with hands-on impressions)

Intel launches AppUp Center app store for Atom-powered devices (updated with hands-on impressions) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Chances are you've never heard of Infinitec, a small startup looking to make big waves out of Dubai, but multimedia junkies will probably want to keep a close eye on 'em for the next little while. The outfit dropped by today at CES to give us a sneak peek at its forthcoming Infinite USB memory device (IUM). In short, this device contains a small computer and 802.11n WiFi module within, and it's designed to create point-to-point contact between networked media (or a networked PC with media onboard) and pretty much anything else. You insert the device into a host PC, pair it up once and create a maximum size (1GB for cheap-o players that can't support larger flash drives, 1TB+ for sharing your entire NAS -- for instance), and then connect it to whatever you wish in order to give said device access to those files that you just selected. Basically, it tricks the recipient into thinking a flash drive has been inserted, when in reality it's just giving that device wireless access to media stored elsewhere.

The device serves a few purposes: you can use it to give all sorts of files to other machines in your home, or you could plug it into your HDTV or Blu-ray deck in order to stream PC-bound content right to your den. The goal here was to make other devices assume that this was just one giant flash drive, with gigabytes upon gigabytes of media right on the drive. So far as the receiving PC or set-top box knows, the IUM is just a stock flash drive with a capacity of your choosing. Just drop files over like you would from a standard USB key, and it shoots across the network to its final destination. Currently, it's not suggested that you use this to send files over the internet -- the lag in tunneling just makes for a poor user experience. The demo we witnessed (watching a Simpsons episode that was hosted on a nearby netbook) was remarkably smooth, with the user being able to skip ahead by minutes at a time with no visible lag. There's even the hope that the internals could one day be integrated into laptops in order to remove the need for an external dongle, but for now, you can expect a summertime release in the US and a sub-$150 price tag. So, you fixing to get your stream on, or what?

Exclusive: Infinitec demonstrates IUM ad hoc streaming device, makes it look like a flash drive originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Toshiba seems to be the first out the door with Intel's just announced Wireless Display technology. Actually the $999 Satellite E205 seems like one big group hug between Intel, Toshiba and Best Buy. Exclusive to Best Buy and actually designed by those Best Buy customers (okay, they just gave Toshiba feedback), the 14-incher is powered by an Intel Core i5-430M processor and has a 320GB hard drive. But its most impressive spec is its Intel Wireless Display technology (or WiDi) which lets you wirelessly connect your laptop to your HDTV to stream video and audio with an HDMI adapter. Check back soon for a hands-on, but full specs after the break.

Continue reading Toshiba Satelitte E205 is first laptop with Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) technology

Toshiba Satelitte E205 is first laptop with Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) technology originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Spring Design announces partnership with Borders, lowers price on Alex reader

Spring Design announces partnership with Borders, lowers price on Alex reader originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Loyal readers will already know all about the LG GW990. A Moorestown device we first showed the world from the floor of CES yesterday. It's now official, it runs Moblin, and it's launching in the second half of this year.

In case you missed it the first time around, the GW990 brings Intel's power sipping Moorestown CPU (compared to its current generation of CPUs), a 4.8-inch panoramic widescreen display, HD Video, 3D gaming, aGPS, WiFi, 1850mAh battery, digital compass, HSPA radio, and 5 megapixel camera. As you can see above, that display splits into 3 vertical panels when held in landscape mode giving you independent control over each. Much to look forward to here. Hands-on as soon as we can get it. Until then, another pic after the break.

Continue reading LG GW990: first Moorestown smartphone gets official, runs Moblin

LG GW990: first Moorestown smartphone gets official, runs Moblin originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Yes you read that right, the studio with the most new 3D movies around isn't going to release its first title until the fourth quarter of 2010. We've seen some cool 3D demos in past few days but lets face it, the technology is worthless without content. Now you might think that Disney would help launch 3D with a big hit like Toy Story 3, but you'd be wrong. No instead it'll all get kicked off with Disney's A Christmas Carol -- no we're not feeling it either. Disney is the third studio to announce 3D content that'll be released this year, and although none of them are up our alley, we're sure someone is excited to see them.

Continue reading Disney's first 3D Blu-ray release to hit in the fourth quarter

Disney's first 3D Blu-ray release to hit in the fourth quarter originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While some would ask "why put a transparent panel and lamp in your Blu-ray player to show the disk spinning," Samsung asks why not. Check out a few slick press pics and shots at Samsung's CES booth of the 3D BD-C6900 player busily playing a The Incredibles demo reel and ponder what this means for the theory of Schrodinger's Disc.

Samsung BD-C6900 Blu-ray player eyes-on originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 21:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You'll know this device as the 4.8-inch revolutionary intent on making us fall madly in love with MIDs all over again (or should that be for the first time?). Good thing then that we now know it as the device that bears a thousand Engadget fingerprints. The Moorestown-powered GW990 from LG has finally become official and we have to say it is exactly the huge slab you might imagine it to be. In terms of specs, it comes with 16GB of built in flash memory and 512MB RAM, and 720p output is possible if the 1020 x 480 screen resolution isn't enough for you. Chunky, sturdy and curved in all the right places, it's an appealing device even if it suffers from a bit of an identity crisis. Powered by Moblin and primarily marketed as a 3G device, we were told by LG that -- behind the 1,850mAh battery and alongside the MicroSD expansion slot -- your SIM can make a home, and some such AT&T appendages have already been spotted inside this... smartphone? The UI at present is just a standard S-class layered on top of Moblin, giving us no cause for excitement, but we were reassured that LG will be offering many other OS options when the device shows up in the second half of this year. Anyhow, enough blabbering from us, check out the gallery below and don't forget the vid after the break.

Continue reading LG GW990 hands-on video

LG GW990 hands-on video originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 21:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Not sure why HP didn't announce this Core i5-powered dv4i with the rest of its CES laptops, but hey -- we didn't get an official announce of that slate last night either, so maybe HP just hates interesting things. Anyway, it's a dv4 with a Core i5, 2GB of DD3 RAM, ATI Mobility 4550 graphics powering a 1280x800 14-inch display, and an optional Blu-ray drive for $799, so yeah, we'd really want one if it didn't have the same terrible chrome trackpad as the rest of the dv line. Swing and a miss.

[Thanks, Billy]

HP dv4i leaks out: it's a $799 dv4 with a Core i5 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jan 2010 21:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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