Our favorite Texan cyclist has done it again. HP in partnership with Lance Armstrong have joined to produce the HP Edition L2005US14" Notebook PC, which will be aiding the fight against Cancer by donating $50 from each notebook purchase to the Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF). There is also a special black/yellow mobile mouse, and a matching Notebook carrying case. Via Muzik & Pics
Fujitsu's Stylistic ST5032 Tablet PC is not only stylistic, but it's packed with many features for mobile professionals. The svelte tablet weighs a mere 3.5 pounds, yet features your choice of a large, 10.4" or 12.1" display with a greater than 160 degree viewing angle. It comes equipped with an Intel Pentium M 753 processor running at 1.2 GHz, shock-mounted hard drive and ample system memory. The added security features include fingerprint sensor, dedicated Smart Card slot, embedded Trusted Platform Module, and more. Check out more features here. Price: $2,499
Rebe's laptop sleeves are designed to fit into any tote or overnight sac for quick and safe access to your laptop. These days, I am yet to be impressed by all the laptop bags out there. I have seen some really great totes, and that is what I tend to use as a laptop case. Problem is they do lack padding, and my laptop is a bit bulky. I own a few laptop sleeves with padding and this is how I ease my mind. They are a great way to carry your laptop without screaming, "Rob Me" with those over expensive designer cases we all covet. Price: $78 at Rebe.com
Disguise your laptop inside this oversized case that also doubles as an overnight bag. The Connie Sac comes in 3 colors, blue, yellow and red. Inside a padded pocket with a velcro strap will hold your notebook in place. There is lots of space inside to hold your books, papers or an outfit for those happy hour parties. An outside pocket holds your cellphone, keys or accessories you need easy access to. I enjoy everything about this case. The patterns, colors and shape are very unique. The sac holds a small 14" iBook, or the large 17' Power Book. Rebe will customize your sac with any color and pattern of your choice. Price: $250.00
Mobility is everything. The Flybook is a compact computer that's as powerful as a desktop or laptop, yet as handy as a mobile phone. It actually comes equipped with the latest telecommunications technology that allows your to pop in your SIM card and start making phone calls. The screen rotates and closes back onto its keyboard transforming it into a Tablet PC that can be managed with a stylus pen. This notebook runs on Windows XP, has Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, GPRS and comes in many colors. It goes on sale on September 1st but not before making its debut at New York's Fashion Week by being displayed at the Altman Building. Specs: 512MB of RAM, 40GB- 100GB HD, 8.9" wide view 16:9 display and weighs 1.2Kg. Price: $2,400+ [via]
Juicy Couture added these soft velour laptop cases to their plush case collection. They have the groovy tie die with a purple leather trim and "Vintage Juicy" embroidered across the front. If you don't like the groovy case, try the Purple or Green cases with signature contrast-stiched shield logo on the front that say "J'aime Juicy". Size:
10"H x 2"W x 12"L. Price: $75
All you Hello Kitty fans are going to be stoked about this item! To celebrate Hello Kitty's 30th anniversary, NEC will produce 300 units of this Hello Kitty themed laptop. The ultralight laptop weighs 2.99 pounds, has a Pentium M 1ghz processor, 40GB HDD, and 12.1" XGA TFT. The kit includes a Hello Kitty-themed DVD player, Hello Kitty soft case, and Hello Kitty DVD carrying case. The Bummer? It comes with a high pricetag $2599.00, but all is fair in the name of fashion.
Want to give your computer a well deserved makeover? Schtickers has a bright selection of laptop stick-ons that you can easy apply to your laptop. They have a nice design selection, and are completely affordable at $19.99. You can even apply a similar skin to your iPod, with PodSchtickers which are even more affordable at $5.99.
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For a night on the town, or your working weekends at Starbucks, the flirty "Jackie" tote bag is the perfect accessory bag. A snap out interior compartment turns into a classy clutch so you don't have to carry your bag everywhere. It includes a matching laptop sleeve for your handy laptop too. Add some color to your style this summer, but if you prefer a more toned down look, it is also available in black. Price: $296 Talene Rielly.
At least we are making progress here, pink is for girls, red is for sexy women. Ok,ok, so we are going in the right direction Marketing Teams of America, just a note, we like cool colors too! How about some greens and blues. They obviously don't have women coordinating gadget hues. Samsung at least is trying with their new Q30 in red. The featherweight laptop is extra light that you can tote it around. It weighs 1.10kg without the external drive that matches the red laptop. It was launched in Thailand and Malaysia May 6, 2005. The problem is that they are targeting the high end market with these prices. Price $2,438.41 [Via]
It seems that gadget designs are definitely catering to women. Tulip has developed the E-go lifestyle notebook, a contemporary laptop with a high level of personalization and interchangeable covers. The E-go (easy going) will also feature complimentary accessories such as a design bag and mice. Next to these features, this lifestyle device will also offer the Phoenix Firstware applications which offer on board recovery, a dynamic and secure backup system that does even work when Windows® is not, and one click access to e-mail and contacts - without booting Windows®, so the E-Go can also be used as a PDA. No specs listed for the E-go yet, so keep checking back.
The X2's StyleBooks is the first line of notebooks designed specifically for women. I know what you are thinking... one more freaking pink gadget and I will puke! Well ladies, the good news is that it comes in a range of colors with matching coordinated laptop bags that come in microfiber, faux croc, leather and suede materials to suit your style (wheww!). The bags look nothing like traditional notebook bags so you don't have to carry around two bags. Not only is it stylish, but also powerful. Check out these features:
- Intel Pentium M or Celeron M mobile processor
- PowerCinema InstantPlay Technology
- 12.1” Widescreen TFT LCD Display (up to 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution)
- Up to 1GB (2 x SO-DIMM Slots)
- 40GB to 100GB IDE 9.5mm Hard Drive
- DVD/CD-RW CD Recordable Combo or DVD+/-RW Recordable Optical Drive
- Intel Extreme Graphics 2 Technology, up to 64MB shared
- 3-in-1 Media Card Reader (SD, MMC and Memory Stick)
- 802.11b+g Wi-Fi Wireless LAN, up to 54 Mbps
- 10/100 Fast Ethernet
- 56K v.92 Fax Modem
- 3D Audio AC’97 V2.3 compliant
- Type II PCMCIA CardBus Slot
- 2 x USB 2.0, IEEE 1394 Firewire, RJ-11, RJ-45, S-Video Out & VGA Out Ports
- Weighs 3.9 pounds (1.9 Kg) with battery
- Dimensions: 11.4"(W) x 9”(D) x 1.2” (H) (292 x 230 x 31.3 mm)
- Microsoft Windows XP operating system with Service Pack 2
- 1 year Limited Warranty
- 24x7 Technical Support
The Voodoo ENVY m:50 is pretty in pink, red, blue, olive and many other colors. If you are not crazy about this pink number, you shouldn’t worry, not only is it available in different colors but you can add a feminine tribal image that best describes your inner “Divaness”. This lightweight notebook (3.4 lbs) features a DVD reader + CD, Wireless technology, and excellent battery life.
