Details of Dell Australia’s long-awaited Netbook, the Inspiron 910, have been leaked online with a release date expected very soon.

The tiny Inspiron 910 will incorporate a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor with a choice of either 512MB or 1GB RAM. The laptop will also feature an 8.9in screen with a resolution of 1,024 by 600 pixels, plus built in Wi-Fi support. The Netbook will also be available with a choice of Windows XP or Linux operating systems.

Over a quarter of a million pre production orders have already been received for the Inspiron 910, making it one of the biggest selling laptops before it’s even hit stores.

The Dell Inspiron 910 will be available to order online from September 2008

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Lenovo Australia has revamped their best selling notebook, the ThinkPad X300, now being dubbed the X301. The X300 has been widely viewed as the world’s thinnest fully functioning laptop. Though the Macbook Air maybe slightly thinner, the lack USB ports, Ethernet socket and no built-in optical drive has seen many people dismiss it as only half finished.

The latest incarnation of ThinkPad will offer a choice of a 64G or 128GB hard drives compared to just the 64GB option of the previous generation. The notebook will allow a choice between an Intel Core 2 Duo U9300 Processor running at 1.2GHz, or the faster U9400 running at 1.4GHz. The new model will also now feature a DisplayPort output, an alternative for HDMI, and will be powered using ultra-low voltage (ULV).

The Lenovo ThinkPad X301 will be available to purchase online from October 2008.

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Dell Australia has recently revamped their Latitude and Precision laptop range show it’s not just Apple Mac who care about design specifications.

The latest changes see Dell introducing a number of different colour schemes across their ranges instead of their bog standard grey. Colours now include regal red and brushed aluminium, which proves to be a perfect compliment to the backlit keyboard. Battery life is now a massive 19 hours – 9 hours from the cell battery, and another 10 from the battery which covers the underside of the laptop.

Each Dell laptop will now feature the Express Charge Powerpack which can now charge up your hardware to within 80% of full power within an hour. It will also be possible to charge other devices through the USB ports even when the laptop is switched off!

The latest range of Dell Latitude and Precision laptops will be available to purchase from September 2008.

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It only seems like yesterday but it is actually 10 years since Apple CEO unveiled the groundbreaking Apple iMac Australia.

On August 15, 1998 Apple transformed how people saw computers with the release of their all in one, bubble-shaped iMac, changing the face of the computer hardware world forever. This was the first machine to encompass all working parts into one desktop, and even though the puck mouse didn’t exactly set the world on fire, the idealism lives on. 

The iMac received nearly 150,000 pre orders, making it the fastest-selling Mac ever and a staple computer in schools and homes across the globe. Plus with the latest incarnation even more stylish than ever, I think it’s pretty safe to say the iMac will still be with us in another 10 years.

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Dell Australia is currently offering $100 off desktops and free memory upgrades on a selection of notebooks from across their extensive range of hardware.

The Dell Vostro 200 Slim Tower

This deal is currently available in 2 different specifications with $100 off.

Specification 1 is available when ordering online using the E Value Code R220804AU and consists of -

• 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
• 800MHz Front Side Bus
• 2GB RAM
• 250GB Hard Drive
• E207WFP 20″ Widescreen Flat Panel Monitor
• Intel Accelerator 3100 Graphics Card
• 16x Max DVD Writer
• 1-Year Limited Next Business Day On-site Service

Specification 2 is available when ordering online using the E Value Code R220805AU and consist of –

• 2.83GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
• 1333MHz Front Side Bus
• 3GB RAM
• 320GB Hard Drive
• Dell E207WFP 20″ Widescreen Flat Panel Monitor
• 256MB ATI Radeon Pro Graphics Card
• 16X Max DVD+/-RW Combo Drive with double layer write capability
• 1-Year Limited Next Business Day On-site Service

Vostro 1510 Notebook Offer

This deal is available with free memory upgrade in 2 different specifications.

Specification 1 is available when ordering online using the E Value Code R520807AU and consists of –

• 1.8GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
• 800MHz Front Side Bus
• 1GB RAM (UPGRADED TO 2GB)
• 160GB Hard Drive
• 15.4″ Widescreen TFT Display with Anti-glare
• Intel Integrated X3100 Accelerator Graphics Card
• 8X max DVD+/-RW Drive with DVD+R double layer write capability
• 1-Year Limited Next Business Day On-site Service

 Specification 2 is available when ordering online using the E Value Code R520810AU and consists of –

• 2.4GHz Intel Centrino 2 Duo Processor
• 800MHz Front Side Bus
• 2GB RAM (UPGRADED TO 4GB)
• 160GB Hard Drive
• 15.4″ Widescreen TFT Display with Anti-glare
• 256MB NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS
• 8X max DVD+/-RW Drive with DVD+R double layer write capability
• 1-Year Limited Next Business Day On-site Service
• 1 year ProSupport

 All four of these fantastic offers are only available till Thursday 21st August 2008, so you better get your skates on to make sure you pick up a great computer at a bargain price.

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A recent demonstration by the US firm Golden Shellback shows how their plastic coating will allow you to take your Apple iPhone Australia surfing with you, or even use it in the bath without the usual nightmare consequences (which include electrotherapy and arguments with your bank manager!)

The plastic coating is applied with a vacuum which completely covers not only the external surface, but also all the internal components. The coating also doesn’t conduct electricity, so no chips and circuits will be damaged when they come in contact with water.

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This clear plastic coating could spell the end for water-damaged electrical equipment, though the company is also quick to claim that any device cannot be completely waterproofed without a proper case.

Personally, I’m a lot more at ease with my electrical equipment out of water than in it!

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Speculation is rife that the next generation of Apple iPhone in Australia, due to be unveiled in December, will be a ‘nano’ version of the hugely successful handset.

Industry source’s are claiming Apple will launch the new mini iPhone in time for Christmas and will reportedly be available for pay-as-you-go customers. The latest 3G incarnation of the iPhone has been the world’s fastest selling mobile phone ever, with some retailers up 81 per cent in sales compared to the same quarter last year.

With this sharp pick-up in subscription connections off the back of the iPhone 3G launch, most retailers would welcome another Apple release in time for the Christmas rush, as I’m sure consumers would. With the second-generation iPhone more business ready, the handset is not just a fashion accessory but also ready to take on the might of the Blackberry.

But with a smaller handset, questions will be raised about what Apple will have to cut back on to encompass all the features into a smaller package. Rumours suggest the iPhone ‘nano’ will feature a touchwheel for dialing on the back with a full screen on the front, though I’m sure with Apple’s eye for design whatever the finished product is, it will be spectacular.

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Apple Mac Australia saw record sales to send their third quarter earnings soaring this financial year. The company sold a record 2.5 million Macs worldwide, an increase of 41% on the same period last year, with overall profits up 31% to $1.7 billion.

The company posted a growth of 37% on laptop sales alone, with their latest incarnation, the MacBook Air, figuring strongly. Even with the release of the iPhone, the iPod continues to be a big seller for Apple, with sales figures rising by 12% to more than 11 million units sold.

These figures do not include the majority of revenue gained from the 717,000 iPhones sold, due to the new iPhone 3G, it’s software, and many of the new features not being available during this fincancial period.

Apple chief executive, Steve Jobs, said –

‘This is the best June quarter for both revenue and earnings in Apple’s history. We set a new record for Mac sales, we think we have a real winner with our new iPhone 3G and we’re busy finishing several more wonderful new products.’

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Dell New Zealand is offering a massive 25% off their Vostro 1000 Laptop to the first 150 customers we use the online coupon code R520813NZ .

The Vostro 100 laptop features –

• 2.0GHz Dual-Core TL-60 Processors
• 2GB RAM
• 120GB Hard Drive
• 15.4″ Widescreen Display with Anti-glare
• ATI Radeon Xpress Graphics Card
• DVD/RW Drive with double layer write capability
• 1-Year Limited Next Business Day On-site Service

This great offer is only available to the first 150 customers, so if you fancy a state of the art laptop for less than $1000, this could be the deal for you.

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Dell Australia is offering a massive 25% off their Vostro 1000 Laptop to the first 150 customers we use the online coupon code 3912877931A.

The Vostro 100 laptop features –

• 2.0GHz Dual-Core TL-60 Processors
• 2GB RAM
• 120GB Hard Drive
• 15.4″ Widescreen Display with Anti-glare
• ATI Radeon Xpress Graphics Card
• DVD/RW Drive with double layer write capability
• 1-Year Limited Next Business Day On-site Service

This great offer is only available to the first 150 customers, so if you fancy a state of the art laptop for less than $1000, this could be the deal for you.

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