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New MacBooks could arrive shortly
A redesign of Apple's MacBook line is reportedly just around the corner that will see the laptops get the aluminium covers already sported by their MacBook Pro cousins.
Dual-core Atom heading for nettops
Intel has begun shipments of the first dual-core version of the Atom processor.
Sony recalls VAIO TZ laptops
Sony advised today that there has been a recall on certain units of its VAIO TZ series notebook, due to "irregularly placed wires near the hinge" or "a dislodged screw inside the hinge" causing a short circuit and the laptop to overheat.
Intel's wireless power means no more batteries
Intel has shown showed off a wireless electric power system that could revolutionise modern life by freeing devices from transformers and wall outlets.
Australia's neighbours get laptop for every child
The tiny South Pacific nation of Niue today became the first nation in the world to issue laptop computers to all its children, officials said.
Apple grows Australian market share
Apple's share of the Australian personal computer market has jumped sharply in the last year, according to statistics released this week by Australia's two largest technology analyst firms.
Lenovo hikes netbook price for Aussies
Chinese PC maker Lenovo has flagged plans to enter the miniature notebook market with a one-kilogram model to launch later this year. But while Australians will get the notebook before their US counterparts, they can also expect to pay more.
Sydney's Chatswood to get Apple store
Apple announced today that it would open a second official retail store in Sydney at 9am this Saturday (9 August), in the Sydney suburb of Chatswood.
Centrino 2 launches in Australia
Centrino 2 is among us — with three laptops already on the shelves, and significantly more due by August.
Seagate announces 500GB notebook drive
Seagate last week unveiled a 500GB 2.5-inch notebook drive as well as a 1.5TB desktop hard drive, claiming industry firsts for both.
Apple slashes cost of SSD MacBook Air
Apple has reduced the cost of an SSD-based MacBook Air by around AU$700.
Sydney Apple Store: Fans say wait was worth it 
Check out the scenes from the Sydney Apple Store's opening night and find out how queuers passed the time awaiting its launch.
Apple replaces .Mac with MobileMe
At the Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple announced the next evolution of its .Mac service, MobileMe.
Nvidia bumps up laptop graphics to GForce 9M series
Nvidia is gearing up to release its 9-series of graphics cards, pumping up the gaming power of laptops everywhere.
XP on your desktop till 2010, if it's cheap
Microsoft has announced that manufacturers will be able to sell Windows on "nettops" — or low-cost desktops — in another move that looks set to keep XP alive for several years yet.
Intel ready with Atom processors for low-cost notebooks
Intel is ready to ship the latest edition of its Atom processor family, this time going after the emerging market for low-cost subnotebooks.
Acer aspires to lead low-cost laptop race
After months of speculation in the media, Acer introduced its own low-cost mini-notebook PC at the Computex trade show in Taipei.
Hey, look! Full-size systems from Asus
In addition to introducing its Eee Box SFF PC at Computex today along with adding WiMAX to its Eee PC minilaptop, Asus had its first gaming desktop on display along with its G70 gaming laptop.
Report: Sony to make low-cost mini notebook
Sony is prepping a notebook based on Via's OpenBook reference design.
Nvidia's mobile ambitions adding MIDs to the list
Nvidia is doubling down on its budding processor business for the next generation of mobile computers.
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The sleek design and good performance of the HP Pavilion dv5-1050tx makes it a solid contender, but don't plan on removing the power cord any time soon.
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It may not be the sexiest notebook in town, but Asus' 14.1-inch laptop is Centrino 2 certified, and sports some excellent multimedia capabilities.
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The Dell Studio 1735 is a decent laptop which is best for multimedia and casual gaming, but the glossy, hi-res screen isn't suited to general usage.
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The Dell Inspiron Mini 9 is a prime example of the netbook form factor, and the best 8.9-inch one available.
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Sony unveiled an ultra-thin TV, a rubbable laptop and an unusual tube speaker, amongst other things at its Uchi event today.
New HP laptops hope to make a fashion statement
At this week's HP event in Hong Kong, CNET Australia got its first up close and personal look at some of the company's upcoming laptops, from the new scratch-proof Elite Book range and a new female focused netbook by fashion designer Vivienne Tam, as well as several "imprint" Pavilions.
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