Laptopis.com

NC10 Plus Available in the UK

So it seems that world’s favourite netbook (maybe), the NC10, is back once again. This time it has got the Plus treatment. Immediately we can see that this version has the expected hardware upgrades over the original, including the newer Atom N450, superior battery life, b/g/n WiFi and a 250gb hard disk. nDevil notes that the NC10+ is almost identical to the N150 plus, however it comes preinstalled with (the free) Microsoft Office 2010 starter edition preinstalled. I do actually remembe...

Broadcom HD card in the Second PCIE slot on an NC10

A recent bump of an older forum post made me realise that I hadn’t blogged this netbook mod tip from forum member ankan. Adding a Broadcom HD decoder card to the Samsung NC10 is not a new experience, we first highlighted this late last year. However the first attempts at this were at the expense of the NC10′s existing WiFi card.  Not ideal for many modders as they quite like to use the Internet from time to time!  Later, another forum member discovered how to add a second slot, but ...

ViewSonic ViewBook Pro VNB131 thin-and-light

I was randomly perusing through the ViewSonic website this morning and I came across a thin-and-light system I had never heard of before – the ViewSonic ViewBook Pro. After reading the features and specs, the ViewBook Pro is certainly an interesting system to behold. Externally, the notebook utilizes an aluminum magnesium alloy enclosure allowing it to be sturdy yet lightweight. How lightweight you might ask? How about 3.6 lbs? Better yet – that 3.6 pound weight includes both the main battery ...

Dell launches new Vostro 3000 series of thin-and-light notebooks

Dell expands their business-class thin-and-light notebook product lineup with today’s introduction of the new Vostro 3000 series. Available in screen sizes ranging from 13 inches up to 17 inches, the new 3000 series features the latest Intel Core processors, high-end graphics, and built-in security. The Vostro 3000 series is currently made up of the 13 inch Vostro 3300, 14 inch Vostro 3400, 15 inch Vostro 3500, and 17 inch Vostro 3700. Common features across all the 3000 series include: Core ...

AT&T’s two new LaptopConnect cards – LG Turbo and Option Velocity

AT&T is now offering two new 3G LaptopConnect cards – the LG USBConnect Turbo and the Option USBConnect Velocity. The LG Turbo is the first LaptopConnect card from LG and features a compact, lightweight design with support for HSPA 7.2 connectivity.  There’s a built-in microSD card slot allowing the Turbo to double as a portable storage device.   The Option Velocity is the first GPS-enabled LaptopConnect 3G device from AT&T allowing you to utilize location-based applicat...

Samsung N220 RAM Upgrade and Internals

Thanks and credit go again to nDevil. Here we see the N220 dissected for our viewing pleasure. nDevil points out a spare PCI-e which might prove useful to anyone willing to invalidate their warranty in exchange for a hardware upgrade. If you do put anything cool inside your N220 then please let us know about your N220 hacks in our forum.Samsung N220 InternalsWhat RAM do you need to upgrade the N220 to 2gb?The official specifications note the following:System Memory 1GB (DDR2 / 1GB x 1)Memory...

How to add a PCI-E slot to a Samsung NC10

Many thanks to graemem for posting this nugget. Remember, these types of hacks should be attempted only by competent individuals who understand the risks. This site nor Samsung will be able to help you if anything goes wrong, perform this update at your own risk!Adding a PCI-E SlotThe NC10 has an empty space on the motherboard and many have wondered if it could be utilised. Well one brave owner has had a go at installing a slot. You might want to do this to install a hardware video decoder f...

Sony announces eco-friendly VAIO W Series netbook

Sony launched a new eco-friendly line of VAIO W netbooks at CES 2010 known as the VAIO W Series 212AX Eco Edition series. What makes these netbooks particularly green you might ask? First off, the netbook features a chassis made up of approximately 23 percent recycled CDs. Yup – CDs. Secondly, the system comes with a stylish reusable carrying case made of recycled PET bottles (material used in plastic bottles). Finally, there’s no printed materials here – the 76 page manual is all electronic. ...

HP Pavilion dv8t Quad Edition Overview

The HP Pavilion Quad dv8t Edition Series Hewlett-Packard’s new 18.4-inch entertainment notebook. The pavilion dv8t Quad Edition leverages the latest quad-core Intel Core i7 720QM or 820QM processor and replace the 18.4 “Core 2 Duo Quad-powered HDX18t, which is no longer available to be HP.com. Dv8t The Quad features the Nvidia GeForce 230M GT 1GB graphics card, up to 8GB of DDR3 memory, up to 1 TB of disk storage with dual hard drives and a Blu-ray burner or Blu-ray drive. The display has a F...