The netbook docking stations of CES 2009

Several of the companies showing off netbook-related products at CES 2009 weren’t demonstrating new computers, but accessories to extend the functionality of these low power laptops. Good Way Technology and Glory Mark Electronics are two Taiwanese companies offering docking stations that add audio, video, and USB connections to notebooks and netbooks.
The Good Way DU2771/DU2781 docking station offers a 4 port USB hub, an Ethernet port, a VGA or DVI output, mic and headphone jacks. It supports vido resolutions of up to 1680 x 1050 and will allow you to either clone your netbook desktop on a larger display or set up an extended display with separate content showing on each screen.
Good Way is an ODM, which means you may see this docking station show up under a different brand name. A Good Way rep told me the docking station typically retails for between $160 and $180. The company also sells a line of USB hubs, USB VGA and DVI adapters, and data migration cables for syncing files between your computers.
Glory Mark, meanwhile is pushing its GDS-5120/GDS-5160 docking station which adds a DVI port, a PC to PC link, 4 USB ports, and 5.1 channel audio to notebooks. The GDS-5120 supports monitors with display resolutions up to 1400 x 150 pixels, while the GDS-5160 supports screens up to 1680 x 1050 or 1600 x 1200. Glory Mark also makes a line of tiny media player boxes, USB hubs, and flash card readers. A Glory Mark rep at CES said the docking station retails for around $120 to $150.
Honestly I’m not convinced most netbook users need these types of docking stations. Most netbooks come with 2-3 USB ports and if you need more you can pick up a cheap 4 port USB hub for a few bucks. And most netbooks also have a VGA out port. If you have a monitor that needs a DVI connection you can usually find an adapter for much less money than one of these docking stations.

Mobile Edge launches new UltraPortable Computer Sleeves!

Technology evolves quickly, so it’s important as a technology company to advance in unison. The newest trend in mobile computing right now is UltraPortable Laptop Computers. Manufacturers such as Asus, HP, Dell, Toshiba, Apple, Lenovo and others have all come out with Netbook computers in multiple sizes such as: 7 inch, 8.9 inch and 10 inch sizes. These are actual computers! They really are the perfect companion for any road warrior.
The design team at Mobile Edge created three new UltraPortable Neoprene Sleeves to accommodate the 8.9 inch, and 10 inch Netbook Computers. Of course the 8.9 inch neoprene sleeve will accommodate the 7 inch UltraPortable Computer just fine.
Mobile Edge UltraPortable Computer Sleeve with red pipingFor people that travel often, this new revolution of UltraPortable Computers is a great alternative. Traveling around with a large 17 inch wide screen can be cumbersome and can take its toll on your back and shoulders. The new collection of Mobile Edge UltraPortable Neoprene Sleeves is the perfect solution for UltraPortable computers. All three styles come with an attractive and affordable retail price of only $24.99.
Because the neoprene sleeves are somewhat form fitting, they can still fit into a larger bag or briefcase you already own.
There have been reviews posted all over the Internet praising this new wave of Netbook computers. The cost of the new compact computers are very reasonable. For the same price I paid for my new Apple iPhone, I could have paid for a new 8.9 Netbook. (I had to pay full price for my new 16GB 3G iPhone because my contract with AT&T was not up for renewal. I’m not bitter…)
The new sleeves are available in three color options and two sizes. Get your UltraPortable Sleeve today by visiting the Mobile Edge website!

James Bond computer technology may soon replace mouse with interactive gloves

London, November 24: The computer technology shown in science fictions like Minority Report and James Bond flicks are drawing closer to reality, with a Los Angeles-based company designing a system that can consign the mouse to history.
John Underkoffler, chief scientist at Oblong Industries that has created the technology, says that the new technology called G-Speak may fundamentally change the way we interact with computers.

PC: MSI Neton Touchscreen

If 2008 will be the year of the inauguration of the NETBOOK, 2009 could be the year of low-cost PC All-in-One with a touchscreen. In the coming months, the market Asus Eee Top and the new MSI Neton. The smallest of the three models Neton, the M16, a 15.6-inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels and will be put into circulation in February at a price of $ 400, about 320 €. The M19 model, an 18.5-inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels and will be marketed in January at a price of $ 500, about 400 €.
Finally, the M22 model has a 22-inch screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and will be marketed in March at a price of $ 800, about 640 €. For all three models, the screen is optional, as well as the opportunity to work with an Intel Atom single-core or dual-core and the ability to provide integrated TV tuner, while only M22 model will have the option of Blu-ray and the remote control.

Toshiba Qosmio G50 Notebook with Spurs Engine

Toshiba announced 20 new notebook PCs in Japan market including the Qosmio G50 laptop that features Toshiba’s Spurs Engine graphic chipset. The two Spurs Engine powered G50 laptops are G50/97H and G50/96H.
Both Qosmio G50/97H and G50/96H sport an Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 2.4GHz processor, 4GB of RAM, 320GB hard drive, DVD SuperMulti burner, WiFi 802.11n/b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 and a 18.4-inch Clear SuperView 1920×1080 Full HD LCD display.
The G50/97H is powered by PM45 Express chipset and a 512MB NVIDIA 9600M GT video card while the G50/96H features GM45 Express chipset and onboard GMA 4500MHD graphic chipset.
Toshiba’s two Spurs Engine equipped notebooks have 1.3 Megapixel webcam, HDMI out,, integrated TV tuner and also built-in harman/kardon speakers.

Amazing Invention - A Complete Computer in a 160mm ball

Today’s technology is at its peak point beyond what we could ever imagine. New inventions and innovations are emerging on daily basis. No one would have seen such amazing thing before. Our imaginations have dressed into reality and today it has become possible to have a whole computer in our pocket all the time. This ball computer has taken the computer technology to new horizons.
You may have seen many other inventions of this kind but what is unique in it is that when it is closed no one is able to guess that this ball contains a whole computer inside it. When you will open you will find a complete set which includes display screen, virtual keyboard and a mouse.
This is known as E-Ball which is designed by Apostol Tnokovski. He was aiming to create the smallest PC in the world when this idea comes in his mind.
It is shaped like a sphere because in its designer’s opinion this is the best shape in nature and it captures everyone’s attention.

Rear Projection Displays / Display Grids

Rear projection is mostly used in situations with short projection distances. Under such circumstances different parts of an image are produced by individual displays arranged in a grid to show the larger image.Lens specifications are usually indicated by the ratio of projection distance to screen width. Multiple projectors are often advantageous because in order to achieve the same level of brightness as that of multiple projectors, single projectors need wide-angle lenses and a powerful light source. As screen size is increased the “hotspot effect” becomes more apparent.Thus, most people prefer to use display grids when large screens are required. Each projector is installed on a special rack behind the screen while the control, the signal source, signal receptor and format conversion equipment are installed behind the screen on the two horizontal sides or below the projector rack. This enables maintenance of the equipment without disturbing the projector.