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Alienware M17 Gaming Notebook

Gadget Advisor — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 19:59:07 +0000

Alienware’s latest M17 gaming notebook is feature-packed with ATI CrossFire multi-GPU technology (ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3870 GPUs), Intel’s first mobile quad-core CPU (Core 2 Extreme QX9300), up to 4GB of DDR3 RAM, as much as 1TB disk storage (via dual 500GB HDDs in a RAID0 configuration), enhanced sound system (two speakers, with a built-in subwoofer), backlit keyboard, and much more. The system is 17, and offers two display options (a standard LCD with a 1440×900 screen resolution or a Clearview WUXGA LCD with a 1920×1200 resolution). The notebook features the Intel PM45 + ICH9M-E chipset, which can be outfitted with a TV tuner as well. The laptop is powered by a 12-cell lithium-ion battery.

Although the pricing begins quite reasonably for an Alienware system ($1,399), expect to pay significantly more for a fully-loaded configuration.

Century Japan 4.3″ USB LCD Monitor and Photo Frame

Gadget Advisor — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 02:15:11 +0000

Century Japan has released a handy 4.3" USB LCD monitor. The unit is designed as a secondary display with the extra functionality of a stand-alone photo frame. Imagine you’ve been hard at work all day, but you’re expecting a specific email or IM. You’re tired, and want to go sit in the recliner you have in the room. Rather than having to pop up to your desk every time you hear your email/IM notification sound, just look over at the small LCD display sitting beside you. That’s just one example of possibilities the monitor can offer. The WVGA 800 x 480 display does not require a power supply because it is powered by the USB bus (one less cable). Its brightness is rated at 200 cd/m3, and it uses LED backlighting. The Century Japan LCD will be available for purchase in mid-November for about $199.