footerads

This is default featured post 1 title

Go to Blogger edit html and find these sentences.Now replace these sentences with your own descriptions.This theme is Bloggerized by Lasantha Bandara - Premiumbloggertemplates.com.

This is default featured post 2 title

Go to Blogger edit html and find these sentences.Now replace these sentences with your own descriptions.This theme is Bloggerized by Lasantha Bandara - Premiumbloggertemplates.com.

This is default featured post 3 title

Go to Blogger edit html and find these sentences.Now replace these sentences with your own descriptions.This theme is Bloggerized by Lasantha Bandara - Premiumbloggertemplates.com.

This is default featured post 4 title

Go to Blogger edit html and find these sentences.Now replace these sentences with your own descriptions.This theme is Bloggerized by Lasantha Bandara - Premiumbloggertemplates.com.

This is default featured post 5 title

Go to Blogger edit html and find these sentences.Now replace these sentences with your own descriptions.This theme is Bloggerized by Lasantha Bandara - Premiumbloggertemplates.com.

السبت، 22 أكتوبر 2011

Samsung RF711-S03 17.3-Inch Notebook - Black

    • Intel Core i7 Processor 2630QM
    • 750GB, 5400 rpm, DVD±RW/Blu-ray Disc/CD-RW
    • Windows 7 Home Premium (64b)
    • 17.3" Display, NVIDIA GeForce GT540M
    • 8 GB DDR3
    • Item Dimensions : 16 x 11 x 1 inches; 6 pounds
    • Brand : Samsung
    • Color : Black
    • Hardware Platform : PC
    • Model : NP-RF711-S03US
    • Product Type : Notebook Computer
    • Warranty : 1 Year Parts and Labor

Samsung NP-RF711-S03US : Detail
The Samsung RF711 17.3" notebook is for gamers and photo/video professionals alike. An Intel Core i5-2410M processor and 500GB hard drive, coupled with an NVIDIA Optimus GeForce GT540M chipset with 1GB DDR3 memory, delivers amazing motion graphics. Also includes Wi-Fi, low-light webcam, Blu-ray, HDMI, Bluetooth 3.0, USB 3.0, USB 2.0 (one chargeable)

الخميس، 20 أكتوبر 2011

Kindle Touch 3G

Kindle Touch 3G is easy to hold, read and use. Kindle Touch 3G has a new ergonomic design so it can be held comfortably however you choose to read. Unlike the new version of and previous versions of Kindle, Kindle Touch 3G sports a full touchscreen display that puts page turns, navigation and note-taking at your fingertips. You can tap unknown words to call up definitions in the dictionary, highlight sections of text to send to a friend, or search, shop and type with a virtual keyboard that appears on screen just when you need it.

Amazon invented a new type of touch experience that eliminates the fatigue caused by continuously swiping to turn the page, and that allows readers to hold Kindle with either hand while still turning pages comfortably. With EasyReach, Kindle Touch 3G users can effortlessly page forward in a book or a periodical while holding the device with either hand.

Unlike a laptop, Kindle Touch 3G never gets hot so you can read comfortably as long as you like. Amazon Kindle 3G is available for 149$ with advertisements and 189$ without advertisements.

Positive features of Amazon Kindle 3G

  • Free 3G wireless – no annual contracts or monthly fees.
  • 3G wireless works globally – download books anywhere, no hunting for Wi-Fi hotspots
  • E Ink display with multi-touch
  • Read in Sunlight – Kindle’s high contrast, E Ink touchscreen reads like real paper, with no glare.
  • Sleek design – 8% lighter, 11% smaller, holds 3,000 books
  • Text-to-speech, plus audio books and mp3s
  • Massive book selection – Over 800,000 titles for $9.99 or less
  • 2 month battery life
  • Now you have the option to borrow Kindle books from your public library
  • Kindle books can be read on your Kindle, iPhone, iPad, Android devices, BlackBerry, Mac, PC, or web browser with the free Kindle Reading Apps.
  • Email personal documents and PDFs direct to your Kindle to read and annotate on-the-go.
  • Free Cloud Backup
  • Transfer MP3 files to Kindle Touch 3G to play as background music while you read.

Negative eatures of mazon kindle 3G

السبت، 15 أكتوبر 2011

Dell STUDIO XPS 8300 X8300-196NBK Desktop (Piano Black)

Product Description:
    • Intel Core i5-2300
    • 6GB, DDR3, 1333MHz, 4 DIMM
    • 1TB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive
      Featuring a powerful combination of processor and graphics options, the XPS 8300 doesn't just entertain you - it immerses you in your favorite movies, music, games and more. Overwhelm your senses with stunning visuals and premium audio, all housed in a stylish design made to make managing your media collection easier.

Apple iMac MC309LL/A 21.5-Inch Desktop

The Apple iMac MC309LL/A is a beautiful all-in-one desktop computer.It is preloaded with the Mac OS X Snow Leopard operating system and many other softwares including iPhoto,iMovie and GarageBand from Apple.

At present,you can get MC309LL/A from Amazon at a much cheaper price.Thus,they hide the actual price according to the manufacturer's requirement.You have to add it to your cart to see the actual price.Ofcourse,you can remove it at any time later if you don't want to buy it.

The MC309LL/A features the next-generation Intel Core i5 quad-core processors to make sure you can enjoy high quality computing performance.You can even work on multiple programs simultaneously.The time-machine can recover the datas which are deleted or lost by accident.With the help of the 21.5-inch widescreen LED-backlit display,the AMD Radeon HD 6750M graphics processor and 51MB dedicated memory,you can watch Youtube HD videos and play complicated video games smoothly.Plus,the innovative IPS technology of the MC309LL/A can deliver consistent color across the 178 degree viewing angle.Moreover,you can make full-screen HD video calls with the FaceTime HD camera.Accessing the internet can be easy,you can connect to Wi-Fi hotspots with the integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi capability.Other connectivity features including bluetooh,SD card,Thunderbolt port,FireWire 800 port and USB 2.0 port.All of them are on the back of the device.

Kindle Keyboard 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display

 

Kindle Keyboard at a Glance


I'm a new Kindle 2 owner and I did not own a Kindle 1. I was very interested in the original Kindle, but had decided to wait for improvements based on customer feedback after it was released, especially the accidental page turning issue. Since it looked like they made the improvements I was waiting for (one of the others was a bit more free space on the case to hold it) I took the plunge and got the new one.

I thought I'd start with listing my reasons for getting the Kindle, since I think that can sometimes help others who are sitting on the fence to decide if it's for them or not.

* Storage. I'm out of shelf space and all the boxes of books do little to add to the ambience of my one bedroom apartment. On the rare occasions I want to read something again trying to find the book in all the boxes is an exercise in frustration.

* eInk technology. I love books and using an electronic gadget isn't the same experience. The new technology has eliminated that concern.

* Convenience. The Whispernet is great for when you need the next book in a series right away or want to stock up on a few before leaving on a trip. Being able to have several books stored in the Kindle to take along instead of having to pack an extra bag just for my books for a week's vacation is a huge benefit.

* Aging. I'm 47 and middle age is starting to catch up with me! Being able to select larger print to avoid having to use my reading glasses (just started needing them this last year) and having a device that's easier on my hands for holding to read is a boon.

* Less waiting for publication. I don't like reading hardbacks because of their size and weight. But it's agonizing to wait for the latest book in a series to finally come out in mass market format. Now I won't have to wait!

* Environment. The majority of books I buy and read I'll only read once. I feel guilty about the trees needed to make the paper and all the other energy used to produce and ship/distribute the books required to satisfy my reading appetite.

* Saving Money. While the cost of the Kindle up front is steep, in the long run it will pay for itself and save me money since I read on average 8 books a month. With the free classics available it's also going to encourage me to expand my reading material, for no additional cost.


My Kindle was one of the ones that shipped without being pre-registered to my account. After I plugged it in to my USB hub on my computer to charge the battery (the charging cord design is very clever!) I read through the introductory portion of the user guide which told me how to register the Kindle. I followed the instructions and a couple minutes later I was all set!

I thought it would be fitting to christen my Kindle with the Stephen King novella UR, so went to the Amazon site on my computer and clicked on the button to buy it. As soon as I'd clicked the button to confirm my order it appeared on my Kindle almost immediately! I read it while the Kindle finished charging.

First impressions:

When people say the Kindle is sleek they ain't kidding. Everything is very nicely laid out and it just feels and looks cool!

After reading through the introductory guide that loads up automatically at the start and following along it took me almost no time to learn which buttons are where and what each of them do. The intro guide is plenty to get started and I haven't felt a need to work my way through the more detailed guide.

The 5-way controller is teensy! I was a bit taken aback at first by this. Though after a bit of practice it's surprisingly easy to use. For people who have dexterity issues it could be a potential stumbling block. If that's you I'd recommend seeing if you can find someone with a Kindle 2 to try it out for yourself first to see how it works for you.

Being able to change the font sizes is awesome! It's done on the fly with just a couple button clicks.

When starting to read for real for the first time I was VERY aware that I was reading on an electronic gadget and was a bit disappointed that it didn't immediately "disappear" as per the advertising. However, it really didn't take too long for that feeling to lessen. I imagine once the Kindle is no longer my exciting new toy and is just what I use to read books that I'll have completely lost the gadget awareness thing.

It took very little time to get used to having to push a button to turn pages and the screen flash as they turn only really startled me the first few times. I can see how it might bother some people, but it was a non-issue for me almost right away. The page turns are very fast.

The Kindle design allows for holding it in several different comfortable positions with either hand. Normally when reading books I only like holding them in my left hand and during a long reading session it often starts to get uncomfortable, or even painful. I found myself easily switching my Kindle off between hands and into different positions in each hand without even really noticing I was doing it.

I ordered the Amazon case and am quite pleased with it. It's fairly sturdy, looks and feels well-made, and the design is perfect for how I'll likely be using the Kindle most of the time.

Unlike a lot of people in these reviews I think having the case as a separate purchase right from the start was a good move by Amazon. If a case was included, as with the Kindle 1, that would have been reflected in a higher price. But I'd imagine that probably 50% or more buyers end up buying a different case they like better, which means you end up paying for two cases. The way it's been done with Kindle 2 means you can pick which case you want right from the start and only pay once.

Overall I'm thrilled to finally be part of the Kindle community and expect to be spending many, many, many pleasant hours absorbed in books on my new best friend. Kindle me, baby!

Update 3/23/09:

I feel a bit guilty adding more to an already long review, but felt that since I've now had the Kindle for almost a full month it would be appropriate. I'm completely in love with my Kindle!

Like pretty much everyone else I feel that the Kindle 2 is in dire need of a user customizable folder system for organizing books. That's the biggest negative for me so far.

The dictionary function is absolutely fantastic and now that I'm accustomed to having it I found it's frustrating to be reading a paper book and not be able to use it!

I didn't think I'd be using the highlight and note features much or at all but actually have been and they're an extremely nice extra. People in book discussion groups would find these to be a huge benefit.

The search function is also surprisingly useful for a wide variety of uses.

I've definitely lost the gadget awareness thing. This is just how I read most books now.

One of the unexpected great things is not having to deal with my bookmark falling out and having to find my place again. Or being able to just set the reader down for a couple minutes without bookmarking or losing my place because I bumped the book and it closed. It's little things like this that really elevate the reading experience.

Update 6/22/10:

Yes I'm back to add even more! I can honestly say the Kindle is one of the best purchases I have ever made. I haven't read a paper book in over a year.

The reason for this update is because I now have the 2.5 software upgrade and wanted to comment on it.

As I mentioned previously, the Kindle was in dire need of a way to organize books and documents. We now have it in the form of Collections, which is a tagging system. I think it could have been implemented a bit better, but I don't know what sorts of constraints the designers are under. Even with its limitations it's still a HUGE improvement to the Kindle and corrected the one glaring flaw it had.

The Collections are all managed on the Kindle, no computer or software needed. It's very easy to create (or delete or rename) collections and to move books between them. You can name them whatever you like, have as few or many as you like (or none at all if you don't want them). Books can be put into more than one Collection. You can't make nested or sub-collections. Your collection info is backed up on the Amazon server just like the rest of your book info, such as last page read.

Other features added (all of them are optional):

Password. This is most useful for those who want to keep confidential documents on the Kindle. The password has to be entered to return from sleep mode or to access the Kindle from a computer. That's a bit of a hassle for reading at home, but provides excellent protection when traveling or for other uses.

Social networks. You can now send passages you have highlighted in a book you're reading to your Facebook account or Twitter. (I don't use either of those services, but some who use the feature say it's pretty neat.)

Larger fonts. Two new font sizes were added (for a total of 8). They are Humongous and Gargantuan (my terms). For anyone who has failing eyesight and is in need of text that large I'd recommend getting a DX for the larger screen. On the largest font size on my small Kindle there are only 5-8 words on the entire screen. Yeah, it's that big!

Sharper font display. My Kindle has always had a pretty good display and I never had the problems that some units did with greyish text or lack of contrast. I can discern a small difference though and it's definitely an improvement, most noticeable on the middle font sizes.

PDF Zoom & Scan. To make reading PDFs with teensy print or images easier you can now zoom in and pan around PDF pages. I don't use PDFs so can't report first hand. Others say that while the feature is helpful and a big improvement, it can still be frustrating to try and use PDFs on the Kindle natively.

International browser access. Kindle owners in many other countries report that they now have access to unlimited internet browser use. International users up til now have had no internet access, or only wikipedia access. Amazon never announced this as an added feature, but many of the country information pages have changed, so it must be an intended benefit. Great news for our international Kindle friends
!

الجمعة، 14 أكتوبر 2011

Acer AS5750-6438 15.6-Inch Laptop (Mesh Black)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aspire

AS5750-6438 ( LX.RLY02.025 )

Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium - 64-bit version - 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i5-2410M processor 2.3GHz with Turbo Boost technology up to 2.9GHz - 4GB DDR3 Dual-Channel Memory - 500GB hard drive - 15.6" HD Widescreen CineCrystal™ LCD display (1366 x 768) - Intel® HD Graphics 3000 - Mobile Intel® HM65 Express chipset - 8X DVD±RW DL - high-definition audio support - built-in stereo speakers - webcam - multi-gesture touchpad - 802.11b/g/n WLAN - gigabit LAN - USB - HDMI® - Multi-in-1 card reader - 6-cell battery - 1-year limited warranty

HP ProBook 4530s XU015UT 15.6" LED Notebook

 * Intel i3-2310M 2.10GHz processor
    * 4GB of DDR3 memory
    * 15.6-inch LED backlit HD anti-glare display (1366 x 768 resolution)
    * 320GB 7200 rpm Hard drive
    * Atheros 802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN and Bluetooth 3.0

HP ProBook 4530s XU015UT 15.6" LED Notebook (2.1 GHz Intel Core i3-2310M Dual-Core Processor, 4 GB RAM, 320 GB Hard Drive, DVD /-RW SuperMulti DL LightScribe, Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit) (Personal Computers)

We (I and my wife) did our own comparison with other brands and found this to have the best specification and also value for money. It is originally sold for 570-580$ in HP, so getting this at a huge discount from CircuitCity is really great.

For this kind of price, i receive a HD webcam, anti-glare screen, bluetooth and WiFi. Plus i also receive a HDMI port for viewing images/movies on my larger LCD TV. It also comes with Windows 7 (64 bit) which enables the OS .....

 

Samsung RF711-S03 17.3-Inch Notebook - Black

السبت، 22 أكتوبر 2011 · 1 التعليقات

    • Intel Core i7 Processor 2630QM
    • 750GB, 5400 rpm, DVD±RW/Blu-ray Disc/CD-RW
    • Windows 7 Home Premium (64b)
    • 17.3" Display, NVIDIA GeForce GT540M
    • 8 GB DDR3
    • Item Dimensions : 16 x 11 x 1 inches; 6 pounds
    • Brand : Samsung
    • Color : Black
    • Hardware Platform : PC
    • Model : NP-RF711-S03US
    • Product Type : Notebook Computer
    • Warranty : 1 Year Parts and Labor

Samsung NP-RF711-S03US : Detail
The Samsung RF711 17.3" notebook is for gamers and photo/video professionals alike. An Intel Core i5-2410M processor and 500GB hard drive, coupled with an NVIDIA Optimus GeForce GT540M chipset with 1GB DDR3 memory, delivers amazing motion graphics. Also includes Wi-Fi, low-light webcam, Blu-ray, HDMI, Bluetooth 3.0, USB 3.0, USB 2.0 (one chargeable)

Kindle Touch 3G

الخميس، 20 أكتوبر 2011 · 0 التعليقات

Kindle Touch 3G is easy to hold, read and use. Kindle Touch 3G has a new ergonomic design so it can be held comfortably however you choose to read. Unlike the new version of and previous versions of Kindle, Kindle Touch 3G sports a full touchscreen display that puts page turns, navigation and note-taking at your fingertips. You can tap unknown words to call up definitions in the dictionary, highlight sections of text to send to a friend, or search, shop and type with a virtual keyboard that appears on screen just when you need it.

Amazon invented a new type of touch experience that eliminates the fatigue caused by continuously swiping to turn the page, and that allows readers to hold Kindle with either hand while still turning pages comfortably. With EasyReach, Kindle Touch 3G users can effortlessly page forward in a book or a periodical while holding the device with either hand.

Unlike a laptop, Kindle Touch 3G never gets hot so you can read comfortably as long as you like. Amazon Kindle 3G is available for 149$ with advertisements and 189$ without advertisements.

Positive features of Amazon Kindle 3G

  • Free 3G wireless – no annual contracts or monthly fees.
  • 3G wireless works globally – download books anywhere, no hunting for Wi-Fi hotspots
  • E Ink display with multi-touch
  • Read in Sunlight – Kindle’s high contrast, E Ink touchscreen reads like real paper, with no glare.
  • Sleek design – 8% lighter, 11% smaller, holds 3,000 books
  • Text-to-speech, plus audio books and mp3s
  • Massive book selection – Over 800,000 titles for $9.99 or less
  • 2 month battery life
  • Now you have the option to borrow Kindle books from your public library
  • Kindle books can be read on your Kindle, iPhone, iPad, Android devices, BlackBerry, Mac, PC, or web browser with the free Kindle Reading Apps.
  • Email personal documents and PDFs direct to your Kindle to read and annotate on-the-go.
  • Free Cloud Backup
  • Transfer MP3 files to Kindle Touch 3G to play as background music while you read.

Negative eatures of mazon kindle 3G

Dell STUDIO XPS 8300 X8300-196NBK Desktop (Piano Black)

السبت، 15 أكتوبر 2011 · 0 التعليقات

Product Description:
    • Intel Core i5-2300
    • 6GB, DDR3, 1333MHz, 4 DIMM
    • 1TB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive
      Featuring a powerful combination of processor and graphics options, the XPS 8300 doesn't just entertain you - it immerses you in your favorite movies, music, games and more. Overwhelm your senses with stunning visuals and premium audio, all housed in a stylish design made to make managing your media collection easier.

Apple iMac MC309LL/A 21.5-Inch Desktop

· 0 التعليقات

The Apple iMac MC309LL/A is a beautiful all-in-one desktop computer.It is preloaded with the Mac OS X Snow Leopard operating system and many other softwares including iPhoto,iMovie and GarageBand from Apple.

At present,you can get MC309LL/A from Amazon at a much cheaper price.Thus,they hide the actual price according to the manufacturer's requirement.You have to add it to your cart to see the actual price.Ofcourse,you can remove it at any time later if you don't want to buy it.

The MC309LL/A features the next-generation Intel Core i5 quad-core processors to make sure you can enjoy high quality computing performance.You can even work on multiple programs simultaneously.The time-machine can recover the datas which are deleted or lost by accident.With the help of the 21.5-inch widescreen LED-backlit display,the AMD Radeon HD 6750M graphics processor and 51MB dedicated memory,you can watch Youtube HD videos and play complicated video games smoothly.Plus,the innovative IPS technology of the MC309LL/A can deliver consistent color across the 178 degree viewing angle.Moreover,you can make full-screen HD video calls with the FaceTime HD camera.Accessing the internet can be easy,you can connect to Wi-Fi hotspots with the integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi capability.Other connectivity features including bluetooh,SD card,Thunderbolt port,FireWire 800 port and USB 2.0 port.All of them are on the back of the device.

Kindle Keyboard 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display

· 0 التعليقات

 

Kindle Keyboard at a Glance


I'm a new Kindle 2 owner and I did not own a Kindle 1. I was very interested in the original Kindle, but had decided to wait for improvements based on customer feedback after it was released, especially the accidental page turning issue. Since it looked like they made the improvements I was waiting for (one of the others was a bit more free space on the case to hold it) I took the plunge and got the new one.

I thought I'd start with listing my reasons for getting the Kindle, since I think that can sometimes help others who are sitting on the fence to decide if it's for them or not.

* Storage. I'm out of shelf space and all the boxes of books do little to add to the ambience of my one bedroom apartment. On the rare occasions I want to read something again trying to find the book in all the boxes is an exercise in frustration.

* eInk technology. I love books and using an electronic gadget isn't the same experience. The new technology has eliminated that concern.

* Convenience. The Whispernet is great for when you need the next book in a series right away or want to stock up on a few before leaving on a trip. Being able to have several books stored in the Kindle to take along instead of having to pack an extra bag just for my books for a week's vacation is a huge benefit.

* Aging. I'm 47 and middle age is starting to catch up with me! Being able to select larger print to avoid having to use my reading glasses (just started needing them this last year) and having a device that's easier on my hands for holding to read is a boon.

* Less waiting for publication. I don't like reading hardbacks because of their size and weight. But it's agonizing to wait for the latest book in a series to finally come out in mass market format. Now I won't have to wait!

* Environment. The majority of books I buy and read I'll only read once. I feel guilty about the trees needed to make the paper and all the other energy used to produce and ship/distribute the books required to satisfy my reading appetite.

* Saving Money. While the cost of the Kindle up front is steep, in the long run it will pay for itself and save me money since I read on average 8 books a month. With the free classics available it's also going to encourage me to expand my reading material, for no additional cost.


My Kindle was one of the ones that shipped without being pre-registered to my account. After I plugged it in to my USB hub on my computer to charge the battery (the charging cord design is very clever!) I read through the introductory portion of the user guide which told me how to register the Kindle. I followed the instructions and a couple minutes later I was all set!

I thought it would be fitting to christen my Kindle with the Stephen King novella UR, so went to the Amazon site on my computer and clicked on the button to buy it. As soon as I'd clicked the button to confirm my order it appeared on my Kindle almost immediately! I read it while the Kindle finished charging.

First impressions:

When people say the Kindle is sleek they ain't kidding. Everything is very nicely laid out and it just feels and looks cool!

After reading through the introductory guide that loads up automatically at the start and following along it took me almost no time to learn which buttons are where and what each of them do. The intro guide is plenty to get started and I haven't felt a need to work my way through the more detailed guide.

The 5-way controller is teensy! I was a bit taken aback at first by this. Though after a bit of practice it's surprisingly easy to use. For people who have dexterity issues it could be a potential stumbling block. If that's you I'd recommend seeing if you can find someone with a Kindle 2 to try it out for yourself first to see how it works for you.

Being able to change the font sizes is awesome! It's done on the fly with just a couple button clicks.

When starting to read for real for the first time I was VERY aware that I was reading on an electronic gadget and was a bit disappointed that it didn't immediately "disappear" as per the advertising. However, it really didn't take too long for that feeling to lessen. I imagine once the Kindle is no longer my exciting new toy and is just what I use to read books that I'll have completely lost the gadget awareness thing.

It took very little time to get used to having to push a button to turn pages and the screen flash as they turn only really startled me the first few times. I can see how it might bother some people, but it was a non-issue for me almost right away. The page turns are very fast.

The Kindle design allows for holding it in several different comfortable positions with either hand. Normally when reading books I only like holding them in my left hand and during a long reading session it often starts to get uncomfortable, or even painful. I found myself easily switching my Kindle off between hands and into different positions in each hand without even really noticing I was doing it.

I ordered the Amazon case and am quite pleased with it. It's fairly sturdy, looks and feels well-made, and the design is perfect for how I'll likely be using the Kindle most of the time.

Unlike a lot of people in these reviews I think having the case as a separate purchase right from the start was a good move by Amazon. If a case was included, as with the Kindle 1, that would have been reflected in a higher price. But I'd imagine that probably 50% or more buyers end up buying a different case they like better, which means you end up paying for two cases. The way it's been done with Kindle 2 means you can pick which case you want right from the start and only pay once.

Overall I'm thrilled to finally be part of the Kindle community and expect to be spending many, many, many pleasant hours absorbed in books on my new best friend. Kindle me, baby!

Update 3/23/09:

I feel a bit guilty adding more to an already long review, but felt that since I've now had the Kindle for almost a full month it would be appropriate. I'm completely in love with my Kindle!

Like pretty much everyone else I feel that the Kindle 2 is in dire need of a user customizable folder system for organizing books. That's the biggest negative for me so far.

The dictionary function is absolutely fantastic and now that I'm accustomed to having it I found it's frustrating to be reading a paper book and not be able to use it!

I didn't think I'd be using the highlight and note features much or at all but actually have been and they're an extremely nice extra. People in book discussion groups would find these to be a huge benefit.

The search function is also surprisingly useful for a wide variety of uses.

I've definitely lost the gadget awareness thing. This is just how I read most books now.

One of the unexpected great things is not having to deal with my bookmark falling out and having to find my place again. Or being able to just set the reader down for a couple minutes without bookmarking or losing my place because I bumped the book and it closed. It's little things like this that really elevate the reading experience.

Update 6/22/10:

Yes I'm back to add even more! I can honestly say the Kindle is one of the best purchases I have ever made. I haven't read a paper book in over a year.

The reason for this update is because I now have the 2.5 software upgrade and wanted to comment on it.

As I mentioned previously, the Kindle was in dire need of a way to organize books and documents. We now have it in the form of Collections, which is a tagging system. I think it could have been implemented a bit better, but I don't know what sorts of constraints the designers are under. Even with its limitations it's still a HUGE improvement to the Kindle and corrected the one glaring flaw it had.

The Collections are all managed on the Kindle, no computer or software needed. It's very easy to create (or delete or rename) collections and to move books between them. You can name them whatever you like, have as few or many as you like (or none at all if you don't want them). Books can be put into more than one Collection. You can't make nested or sub-collections. Your collection info is backed up on the Amazon server just like the rest of your book info, such as last page read.

Other features added (all of them are optional):

Password. This is most useful for those who want to keep confidential documents on the Kindle. The password has to be entered to return from sleep mode or to access the Kindle from a computer. That's a bit of a hassle for reading at home, but provides excellent protection when traveling or for other uses.

Social networks. You can now send passages you have highlighted in a book you're reading to your Facebook account or Twitter. (I don't use either of those services, but some who use the feature say it's pretty neat.)

Larger fonts. Two new font sizes were added (for a total of 8). They are Humongous and Gargantuan (my terms). For anyone who has failing eyesight and is in need of text that large I'd recommend getting a DX for the larger screen. On the largest font size on my small Kindle there are only 5-8 words on the entire screen. Yeah, it's that big!

Sharper font display. My Kindle has always had a pretty good display and I never had the problems that some units did with greyish text or lack of contrast. I can discern a small difference though and it's definitely an improvement, most noticeable on the middle font sizes.

PDF Zoom & Scan. To make reading PDFs with teensy print or images easier you can now zoom in and pan around PDF pages. I don't use PDFs so can't report first hand. Others say that while the feature is helpful and a big improvement, it can still be frustrating to try and use PDFs on the Kindle natively.

International browser access. Kindle owners in many other countries report that they now have access to unlimited internet browser use. International users up til now have had no internet access, or only wikipedia access. Amazon never announced this as an added feature, but many of the country information pages have changed, so it must be an intended benefit. Great news for our international Kindle friends
!

Acer AS5750-6438 15.6-Inch Laptop (Mesh Black)

الجمعة، 14 أكتوبر 2011 · 0 التعليقات

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aspire

AS5750-6438 ( LX.RLY02.025 )

Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium - 64-bit version - 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i5-2410M processor 2.3GHz with Turbo Boost technology up to 2.9GHz - 4GB DDR3 Dual-Channel Memory - 500GB hard drive - 15.6" HD Widescreen CineCrystal™ LCD display (1366 x 768) - Intel® HD Graphics 3000 - Mobile Intel® HM65 Express chipset - 8X DVD±RW DL - high-definition audio support - built-in stereo speakers - webcam - multi-gesture touchpad - 802.11b/g/n WLAN - gigabit LAN - USB - HDMI® - Multi-in-1 card reader - 6-cell battery - 1-year limited warranty

HP ProBook 4530s XU015UT 15.6" LED Notebook

· 0 التعليقات

 * Intel i3-2310M 2.10GHz processor
    * 4GB of DDR3 memory
    * 15.6-inch LED backlit HD anti-glare display (1366 x 768 resolution)
    * 320GB 7200 rpm Hard drive
    * Atheros 802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN and Bluetooth 3.0

HP ProBook 4530s XU015UT 15.6" LED Notebook (2.1 GHz Intel Core i3-2310M Dual-Core Processor, 4 GB RAM, 320 GB Hard Drive, DVD /-RW SuperMulti DL LightScribe, Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit) (Personal Computers)

We (I and my wife) did our own comparison with other brands and found this to have the best specification and also value for money. It is originally sold for 570-580$ in HP, so getting this at a huge discount from CircuitCity is really great.

For this kind of price, i receive a HD webcam, anti-glare screen, bluetooth and WiFi. Plus i also receive a HDMI port for viewing images/movies on my larger LCD TV. It also comes with Windows 7 (64 bit) which enables the OS .....