U.S. Agents can seize Travelers' Laptops: Report

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. federal agents have been given new powers to seize travelers' laptops and other electronic devices at the border and hold then for unspecified periods the Washington Post reported on Friday.

Under recently disclosed Department of Homeland Security policies, such seizures may be carried out without suspicion of wrongdoing, the newspaper said, quoting policies issued on July 16 by two DHS agencies.
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Posted on Fri, 1 Aug 2008 00:22:47 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Case Logic Offers Another Security-Friendly Laptop Case

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Lately most every laptop bag maker on the planet has been getting new bags ready that allow for x-rays of your laptop without removing it from your laptop bag. Case Logic has announced its own line of security-friendly laptop bags called simply enough Security Friendly cases.

The cases isolate the laptop so it can be easily x-rayed and provides an unobstructed view of the laptop to screeners. Two solutions will be offered from Case Logic; a case that isolate the laptop in a separate compartment and sleeves that will still have to be removed from the bag. The cases should be available later this summer. Read more

Posted on Tue, 29 Jul 2008 08:00:07 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Aerovation Products Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bag now Available

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Frequent travelers who take computers with them on flights are probably looking forward to the new laptop bags that allow X-rays to pass through so a laptop doesn't have to be removed to go through security checkpoints.

Aerovation Products now has its Checkpoint Friendly laptop bag available for purchase. The bag has a laptop compartment that peels open to allow for placement on screening belts. No clasps or buckles are used to keep the bag closed when in use and picking it up by the handles closes the bag back up. Read more

Posted on Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:45:13 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

First Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Sleeve Coming in August

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Briggs & Riley Travelware says that it will be the first company to market with a Travel Sentry Approved laptop sleeve that won’t require travelers to use a bin for their notebook computer. The laptop sleeve will be called the SpeedThru sleeve.

The SpeedThru sleeve will be available for purchase on August 15th and the sleeve will be included in @work and verb laptop cases. Pricing for the SpeedThru sleeve alone will be $39.99 for those who already own a Briggs & Riley laptop sleeve. Customers not owning a bag already can get the sleeve alone for $89.99. Read more

Posted on Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:27:20 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Belkin Announces Laptop Cooling Accessories

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Keeping your laptop cool and yourself comfortable can be a big deal for some users and to help these folks Belkin has announced several new laptop accessories aimed at keeping notebook users cool and comfortable.

The Belkin CushTop Hideaway will retail for $64.99 and is designed to make using your laptop on the couch, floor or bed more comfortable and it has a slot for storing the power supply or mouse. The Laptop Cooling Hub has four USB ports and raises the rear of the laptop for comfortable use. It will retail for $49.99. Read more

Posted on Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:29:55 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Hardigg Storm Case iM2370 Laptop Case Introduced

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Laptops are expensive and we all want to keep ours safe on the road and while traveling. If you expect your laptop to encounter some harsh treatment the rugged Hardigg iM2370 may be the perfect laptop case for you.

The case has been redesigned and is large enough on the inside to hold a computer with a screen up to 17-inches in size. For users with smaller machines an optional computer protection tray is available that fits notebooks up to 15.4-inches and has compartments for CD/DVDs, batteries, hard drives cameras and more. The case also features a padded shoulder strap. Read more

Posted on Wed, 9 Jul 2008 12:14:16 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Alienware m15x Gaming Laptop Review

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ThinkComputers published a review of the Alienware m15x Gaming Laptop.

Quote from the review: "Alienware is a name we know for the top of the line gaming machines and laptops. Today we will be looking at one of their latest offerings the m15x 15.4-inch laptop. Alienware has really pulled out all the stops with this laptop, making it both visually appealing and packing some serious components inside to play the latest games. Read more

Posted on Wed, 9 Jul 2008 07:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

CaseCruzer Pelican Laptop case for MacBook Pro

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Mac heads looking for a way to keep their MacBook Pro notebook safe on airlines have a new option from Pelican. Pelican has added a MacBook Pro specific case to its 1490 line called the Apple 1490 laptop case. The case will fit both the 15-inch MacBook Pro and the 13.3-inch MacBook.

The interior is custom polyurethane foam with egg crate foam lining on the lid. The case is custom molded with no pick-and-luck foam used. The case promises to guard your MacBook from shock, impact and vibration and is sized for carry-on use. Read more

Posted on Wed, 2 Jul 2008 14:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Dell Vostro Laptop Review

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Spicy Gadgets published a review of the Dell Vostro Laptop.

Quote from the review: "So I purchased the Dell Vostro 1500 laptop, the newest edition in Dell’s lineup of business laptops since I own an older Inspiron laptop model and it never failed me. Read more

Posted on Tue, 1 Jul 2008 22:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Airport Security friendly Laptop Bags from Pathfinder Luggage and Targus coming

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The NY Times reports that the Transportation Security Administration has approved newly designed laptop bags that allow you to pass through security without having to take out your scratch free laptop out for the X-ray inspection.

Pathfinder Luggage and Targus are working hard to release the first checkpoint friendly laptop cases this Fall. Read more

Posted on Tue, 1 Jul 2008 15:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Laptops banned in Bhutan Assembly over Gaming Fears

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THIMPU, Bhutan (Reuters) - The national assembly in newly democratic Bhutan has stopped lawmakers from bringing laptop computers into the house for fear they might spend their time playing computer games.
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Posted on Mon, 30 Jun 2008 08:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Lenovo IdeaPad U110 Laptop Review

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The test lab over at our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the Lenovo IdeaPad U110 notebook.

Quote from the review: "If you think Lenovo can only make boring, brick-tank ThinkPads, think again. The company’s new IdeaPad notebooks are its first foray into stylish, consumer-friendly notebooks, and we have to say, Lenovo has done a heck of a job on the style front. Read more

Posted on Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Asus Laptops and Montevina at Computex 2008

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Futurelooks reports about Asus Laptops loving Montevina and Gaming.

Quote: "The biggest global brand in all of Taiwan is Asus. Manufacturing everything from motherboards to mobile phones, Asus has a rated brand value of over $1 billion. While a good portion of the North American public is only familiar with laptop brands like HP and Dell, Asus certainly has a lot to offer to the world in that segment of the market as well. Read more

Posted on Mon, 9 Jun 2008 22:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Smaller, cheaper Laptops take Trade Fair by storm

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By Sheena Lee

TAIPEI (Reuters) - When 17-year old Yuna Hua bought a new notebook computer for school, she chose a smaller, lighter and cheaper one to replace her bulky and expensive laptop.
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Posted on Thu, 5 Jun 2008 07:05:52 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Windows to run on One Laptop Per Child Computer

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SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp reached an agreement to make available its Windows operating system software for the One Laptop Per Child Foundation's XO Laptop, the company said on Thursday.
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Posted on Fri, 16 May 2008 00:29:14 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Computrace LoJack for Laptops Review

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Hardwarelogic published a review of the Computrace LoJack for Laptops. LoJack for Laptops is supposed to protect your notebook from theft.

Quote from the review: "Did you just spend a paycheck or two on a kickin' new notebook? Here's a scary statistic for you chew on: Roughly 2 million portable PCs end up in thieves' hands every year, making notebook theft the second most common crime, trailing only identity theft. Read more

Posted on Tue, 6 May 2008 17:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Averatec Introduces New Semi-rugged Laptops

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Averatec introduced a pair of new semi-rugged notebooks called the Voya 4473 and the Voya 6494. The 4473 is a 14.1-inch notebook and the 6494 is a 15.4-inch notebook. Both notebooks feature semi-ruggedized magnesium allow frames and Intel dual-core processors.

The Voya 4473 has a 14.1-inch XGA display with a 1024 x 768 resolution. The internal components are drop and vibration resistant and the keyboard and touchpad are spill resistant. The CPU is an Intel Core 2 Duo T2080 at 1.73 GHz. Other features include 802.11 a/b/g connectivity and 1GB of DDR2 RAM. The machine weighs 5.7 pounds. Read more

Posted on Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:34:28 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Unique PS3 Laptop up for Charity Auction

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The Ben Heck PS3 Laptop gaming console modding master piece is available in a Charity Auction organized by Engadget.

Ben Heck unveiled the cool PS3 Laptop a week ago. The Playstation 3 Portable has a 60GB Sony PS3 hardware inside and features a 17 inch HD Ready display. Measurements are 17x13.75x3 inches and the weight is 16 pounds.

Engadget will donate 100% of the proceeds of this auction will go to National Cancer Coalition. Read more

Posted on Fri, 18 Apr 2008 22:23:41 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Ben Heck PS3 Laptop unveiled

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Hardware hacking star Ben Heckendorn unveiled his latest master piece: The PS3 Laptop.

The Playstation 3 Portable has a 60GB Sony PS3 hardware inside and features a 17 inch HD Ready display.
Measurements are 17x13.75x3 inches and the weight is 16 pounds - quite heavy. Read more

Posted on Sat, 12 Apr 2008 10:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Dell and HP see Laptop Battery Shortage

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By Philipp Gollner

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Dell Inc said on Tuesday the personal-computer industry was experiencing a shortage of laptop batteries partly because of a recent fire at a major supplier, but the company was working with other suppliers to limit any price increases.
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Posted on Wed, 26 Mar 2008 07:48:07 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Intel cheap Laptops expanding to U.S., Europe

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By Jim Finkle and Duncan Martell

BOSTON/SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Intel Corp said on Wednesday sub-$300 laptops initially designed for poor children will soon be available to U.S. and European consumers in a move that could further push down computer prices.
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Posted on Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:33:21 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr