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LG Electronics (LG) intends to add another feather to their cap with the first Chromebase all-in-one computer in the market that will run on the Google Chrome operating system, where it is set to be unveiled over at CES 2014 which is happening in just a couple of weeks’ time. The LG Chromebase (Model 22CV241) is said to deliver a user experience that befits the highly efficient Chrome operating system, offering a speedy, simple, secure and affordable computing experience. Your eyes will definitely appreciate the 21.5” widescreen Full HD IPS display that will feature a bunch of extra advanced features, all without looking out of place on your desk.

Normally, we would associate All-in-One ((AIO) computers with Windows machines that look pretty, are functional for the basic stuff such as Web surfing and word processing, but to run on the Chrome operating system? That is just not done, at least until now. The LG Chromebase allows folks to gain access to tens of thousands of web apps in the Chrome Web Store, where many of them would be able to run offline just fine without batting an eyelid. Not only that, it is said to offer robust built-in security that employs many layers of protection so that your personal information remains, well, personal.

An Intel Celeron processor would run underneath the hood, where it will be accompanied by 2GB RAM and a 16GB SSD, sporting HDMI in, a trio of USB 2.0 ports, one USB 3.0 port, a 1.3-megapixel webcam and a LAN jack. [Press Release]

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Storm System Technology hits back with another high-end gaming PC, the Storm Super Gamer ASUS ROG SP. Adopting Phanteks’ Enthoo Primo Ultimate Chassis, the system is packed with a 3.50GHz Intel Core i7-4770K processor, an intel Z87 Express Chipset (ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO motherboard), a GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB graphics card (ASUS), a 16GB DDR3 RAM, a 240GB ASUS RAIDR Express PCIe SSD, a DVD Super Multi Drive, a 1000W 80PLUS BRONZE power supply and runs on either Windows 7 or 8.1 OS. The Storm Super Gamer ASUS ROG SP sells for 278,880 Yen (about $2,702). [Product Page]

Recalls are no fun, and they definitely do not do any kind of justice or favors to the particular device in question, either. After all, who would want to purchase goods from a company that rolls out defective items in the future? Well, people do make some mistakes at times, and Google as well as HP happen to be the guilty party this time around with a recall of the HP Chromebook 11 chargers happening because the chargers have been deemed to be fire and burn hazards, running the risk of overheating and melting.

Apart from that, the recall also cites that “consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.”. Approximately 145,000 units of the Chromebook 11 chargers were involved in this particular product recall, where it comes in black with outlet pins and measures 1.75” x 0.75”, accompanied by a half dozen foot long cord, and a micro-USB connector on the end. You will be able to find the model number of the charger as MU15-N1052-A00S which has already been stamped on the face of the battery charger which features the outlet pins. So far, nine reports were filed concerning overheating chargers and melting during use, with a single report of a small burn to a consumer, as well as a solitary report of minor property damage to a pillow because of an overheating charger. Basically any single report is one report too many.

Google And HP Recall HP Chromebook 11 Chargers original content from Ubergizmo.

We did read about how Lenovo has introduced a couple of new smartphones to the masses recently, and here we are with the very real possibility of some more notebook/tablet hybrids, as they happen to fall under the Yoga range. Right now, we do know that Lenovo has put on the market 11.6” and 13.3” models that come in a varying account of processor, memory, and storage configurations. Recently revealed documents over at the FCC do point to additional models that are well on their way.

In the FCC listing that hails from the wireless chip manufacturer Broadcom, it does seem as though they are on the lookout for certification for a new Wi-Fi and Bluetooth card. And it does seem as though Broadcom has decided to test out that particular card with a bunch of devices from Lenovo’s Yoga range. The label drawings happen to be those for Intel Pentium, Core i3, and Core i5 processors, marking the very first time that a possible Yoga tablet to run on a Pentium processor inside. Does this mean that we could very well be looking at a budget model down the road? Some of the label drawings point to a Lenovo Yoga 2 11, which could follow in the footsteps of the recently introduced Yoga 2 Pro that has a 13.3’ display.

New Lenovo Yoga Devices Possibly On Their Way original content from Ubergizmo.

We did read about how Facebook recently revealed a couple of new “Share” and “Like” buttons to the masses, but here is yet another button for the masses that appeals to your altruistic heart. We are talking about the latest “Donate Now” button which was introduced by the folks over at Facebook, and the whole objective of having this particular button in existence is to make life a whole lot easier for non-profit organizations to take in contributions. I am not sure whether businesses would also implement this particular button on their pages though, but the “Donate Now” button works this way. It will collect credit card numbers as well as other billing information for Facebook which will in turn aid its e-commerce and gaming initiatives.

There will be 19 non-profit launch partners at first which will show off the new “Donate Now” button at the top of their respective Facebook Pages as well as at the bottom of their News Feed posts. Among them include DonorsChoose.org, Boys And Girls Club Of America, World Wildlife Fund, UNICEF, Red Cross, and Kiva. It will require a prolonged testing period before Facebook takes the next step of opening up the feature to other non-profit organizations. [Press Release]

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