Report: Dell Precision M3800 workstation to launch with 3,200 x 1,800 display option (updated)

Dell Precision M3800 laptop

According to a source speaking to Dutch site Tweakers.net, which has been spot on with a previous Dell leak, a new laptop known as the M3800 is set to join Dell’s Precision range of workstations. An Intel Core i7-4702MQ (Haswell) processor will reportedly power the M3800, with a 2GB NVIDIA Quadro K1100M GPU taking care of graphics. It’s expected to come with up to 16GB of RAM, a 1TB hard drive or 512GB SSD and two options for the 15.6-inch screen: a 3,200 x 1,800 resolution or a 1080p panel as the base option. The workstation is said to measure 18mm (around 0.7 inches) at its thickest point, and tip the scales at 2kg (4.4 pounds). Integrated docking found on other Precision models is apparently not in the M3800’s feature set; it’s also missing an Ethernet port, so hard-lines will need to be connected via a USB intermediate. Tweakers.net lists an expected price range of $1,699 to $1,999, but now comes the part where we wait for the M3800 to go official and see how correct all this leaked info is.

Update: Dell has now provided us with a statement that confirms that the M3800 is indeed coming later this year, although it’s not yet confirming all of the specs. More information is promised in the coming weeks.

Dell is introducing the thinnest and lightest workstation ever later this year. The Dell Precision M3800 is the first mobile workstation that is less than ¾ of an inch, at 18mm, weighs only 4.5lbs and offers certified performance and dependability for creative professionals. We are not releasing or confirming any additional details today but stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks.

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Samsung launches ATIV Book 9 Lite in the US

If you have been on the lookout for a new notebook, and you have always been curious to give the Samsung brand name a go simply because of what you have heard from other people, then might we interest you in the recently launched Samsung ATIV Book 9 Lite? It is now available for pre-sale, where the ATIV Book 9 Lite comes in a beautiful design, delivers intelligent performance and affordability in its latest iteration. Let us check out just what it is capable of in the extended post, shall we?

Looking sophisticated and yet affordable, the ATIV Book 9 Lite will be able to offer users just about everything that they need to remain connected, productive and entertained whenever they are on the go. It will hit store shelves from July 28th onwards, but this does not mean you need not place a pre-order now, right?.

The ATIV Book 9 Lite might even be mistaken by some to be the ATIV Book 9, as it comes in a similar premium and striking design identity, although it will boast a refined aerodynamic architecture that has been accentuated by a sophisticated Ash Black or Marble White color for that added dash of style, ensuring that performance is maintained without having to sacrifice on looking stylish.

The ATIV Book 9 Lite will come with cutting-edge technology, where among them include a ten-point touch-screen LCD display, a quad-core processor and a 128GB SSD, with the entire shebang tipping the scales at under 0.5 lbs, while measuring less than an inch thin, making it the ideal choice for mobile consumers and business travelers alike.

You can pick up the ATIV Book 9 Lite for $799.99 a pop if you are interested – not too shabby for an entry level Ultrabook of sorts, don’t you think so? Not only that, if you already use other Samsung devices like smartphones and tablets, you will be able to enjoy a complete, integrated experience courtesy of SideSync technology. SideSync will be able to create a synergy between Samsung’s mobile and PC range, allowing users to seamlessly switch from working on their PC to their Galaxy smartphone through the connection of both devices via USB, now how about that?

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Back to School Tech Guide 2013

Heading back to school can be a stressful time, but getting up to speed with your technology choices needn’t cause you sleepless nights. SlashGear has picked out the key technology to get you up and running when you’re headed back to your dorm room, including options for the student on a tighter budget. Read on for our run-down on what should be in your bag, on your ears, and helping you avoid the dreaded “freshman 15″.

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Laptops

No student’s bag is right without a laptop inside, and there’s a huge range to choose from depending on what size screen you want and how much you might move around.

At the small end of the scale there’s the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13, a 13.3-inch ultrabook running Windows 8 with an unusual hinge that allows it to convert between a notebook and a tablet. The distinctive form-factor makes it great for those moving regularly between desks but wanting to keep working as they go. It’s priced from $879.99.

Those wanting a bigger display while still keeping touch will probably find the Samsung ATIV Book 8 fits the bill, from $1,199.99. Running Windows 8 on a fast Core i7, and including standalone graphics, it’s a powerhouse upgrade to the ATIV Book 6 that so impressed us, and still manages to be portable despite games – as well as homework – looking great on its Full HD display.

Meanwhile, there’s long battery life to be had on Apple’s MacBook Air, with the 13-inch model lasting more than 12 hours in our testing. It’s priced from $1,099 for the 13-inch, though lacks a touchscreen.

Tablets

Gaming, taking notes in class, quickly checking your email and schedule, and reading through textbooks: there are plenty of reasons to have a tablet to hand.

Microsoft’s own Surface RT is well made and has a great 10.6-inch screen, and with a recent price cut to $349 it’s very competitive. Windows 8 makes its most compact play so far on the Acer Iconia W3, the world’s first 8.1-inch tablet running Microsoft’s OS, priced from $349.99. Both can be fitted with optional keyboards for easier text entry.

Apple’s iPad mini offers the familiar interface of the iPhone in a compact, 7.9-inch form factor, priced from $329.99. It also offers an LTE version, from $459.99, both with access to Apple’s App Store.

Android is the other OS in the room, and the $379.99 Galaxy Note 8.0 stands out with its stylus for easy note-taking.

If you can’t quite give up your easy text entry, the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11S – the 11.6-inch version of the Yoga 13 above – arguably offers the best of both worlds. Windows 8 on a convertible that can be quickly flipped between easily-carried tablet and notebook modes, it starts at $729.99.

Phones

Staying connected is key, especially when you’re juggling deadlines, study groups, and a busy social life. Today’s smartphones take work and play in their stride.

Nokia’s Lumia 928, from $99.99 on Verizon Wireless, runs Windows Phone 8 and pairs it with an excellent 8-megapixel PureView camera with a proper Xenon flash, making it one of our top picks for 4G handsets. If you’re on a budget, T-Mobile’s Nokia Lumia 521 keeps the 4G but brings the price down to $29.99 on contract or an impressive $149.99 without service.

In Android, the HTC One (from $99.99 with a new agreement) and the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active (from $199.99) are our current favorites. The HTC One offers excellent low-light performance with its UltraPixel camera, while the Galaxy S4 Active offers waterproofing without the usual size compromise.

Apple’s iPhone 5, from $199.99 with a new agreement, remains a capable choice. It has a good range of applications and is likely to get a new lease of life when iOS 7 arrives this fall.

Accessories

Whether you’re working in the library, burning the midnight oil without disturbing your roommate, or just want to check out the latest YouTube sensation while waiting for the bus, a pair of great headphones is a must. Logitech’s G430 are a relative bargain at $79.99, delivering great audio quality that belies the pricing, and while they’re billed as gaming headphones the microphone makes them ideal for Skype calls home, too.

Parrot’s ZIK Bluetooth headphones are more expensive, at $399.99, but they’re beautifully made, sound great, and have the convenience of going cable-free. Should you have a phone with NFC, you can even pair them up simply by tapping them together.

If you’re keen to avoid the “freshman 15″, a fitness tracker could be the right way to do it. Fitbit’s Flex ($99.99) connects wirelessly to your smartphone and gives you regular updates on how much you’re walking, while Jawbone’s UP ($129.99) is more expensive but also tracks sleep patterns.

Got any good suggestions for what every student should be headed back to the classroom with? Let us know in the comments!


Back to School Tech Guide 2013 is written by Ewdison Then & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Samsung ATIV Book 9 Lite gets priced and dated for imminent US launch

Samsung‘s ATIV Book 9 Lite will hit US stores on July 28, Samsung has confirmed, with the new touchscreen Windows 8 ultraportable up for preorder today. Announced at Samsung’s Premiere event last month, the 13.3-inch notebook is priced from $799.99 with AMD’s quadcore 1.4GHz A6 chipset inside, and a 10-finger multitouch display.

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There are also AMD Radeon graphics and 4GB of DDR3 memory, while storage is courtesy of a 128GB SSD. Connectivity includes WiFi, micro HDMI, mini VGA, two USB ports (one 2.0, the other 3.0), an SDXC card reader, and a headset socket.

Samsung is claiming the 1366 x 768 ultraportable will run for up to 5.5hrs on a single charge, which is short of what Apple is offering from the Intel Haswell powered 2013 MacBook Air. The 13-inch Air we recently tested ran for more than double that, though it’s worth noting that it’s at least $300 more than the Samsung.

The 12.76 x 8.82 x 0.69 inch, 3.48 pound chassis is made of plastic – you’ll need to step up to the Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus if you want metal – though from our hands-on with the notebook we know it feels sturdy and well put together. Samsung will offer it in white or black finishes.

It also plays nicely with your smartphone, assuming you have a Samsung Android device. Hooked up via USB, Samsung SideSync makes it possible to send messages; browse maps, photos, and other multimedia; and edit files stored on the Galaxy handset from the ATIV Book 9 Lite’s keyboard and touchpad. Dragging and dropping files between the two is also supported.

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Samsung ATIV Book 9 Lite gets priced and dated for imminent US launch is written by Chris Davies & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Gartner and IDC: PC shipments dropped about 11 percent in Q2

IDC PC shipment estimates for Q2 2013, worldwide

If you were looking for a bounce-back in the PC market after a sobering first quarter… well, keep looking. Both Gartner and IDC estimate that shipments fell about 11 percent year-over-year in the second quarter. The two analyst groups blame the decline on sluggish uptake in a few regions, most notably China and Europe, as well as a market that favors tablets over low-end computers. It’s easy to agree after seeing the numbers. Taiwanese PC makers like Acer and ASUS faced steep yearly declines as they switched their attention toward tablets and Ultrabooks, while even top-seated Lenovo took a small bruising.

There’s a silver lining to this cloud, however. Dell, HP and Lenovo all fared much better in the US than they have in recent quarters. Gartner and IDC attribute the resurgence to the corporate world, where the end of Windows XP support in 2014 may be pushing some upgrades to PCs running at least Windows 7. It’s not quite the broader recovery that vendors are hoping for, but it may have to suffice when any help from Windows 8.1 and OS X Mavericks is months away.

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Source: Gartner, IDC

How Often Do You Clean Your Laptop?

How Often Do You Clean Your Laptop?

I feel embarrassed right now. For the first time in ages, I actually paid attention to the keys on which I’m typing. And they’re filthy. I am a bad person.

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The Invisible Electronic Fields That Surround Your MacBook

You might view your laptop as a nice, neatly contained unit—but there’s more bursting out of it than meets the eye. In fact, all of its electrical components create complex magnetic and electric fields that spread far and wide, and this video shows you their reach.

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14-inch Razer Blade gaming laptop review: smaller, faster, lighter

14inch Razer Blade gaming laptop review smaller, faster, lighter

Most companies refresh their products on an annual basis, carefully timing development and release schedules to match consumer demand, product obsolescence and component upgrades. It’s the norm, an expected pattern that most PC, smartphone and tablet manufacturers follow. Razer, however, completely ignores this cycle, as exemplified by its Blade line of gaming laptops — already on its third generation in less than two years. This would be less impressive if the firm wasn’t a relative newcomer to the game; before it announced the Blade, Razer was known primarily for creating keyboards, gaming mice and console controllers. A fully fledged gaming PC was a jarring departure for the humble peripheral maker.

Even so, here we are: reviewing the third-generation Razer Blade gaming laptop. This, too, is a departure from what we’ve grown to expect from the company — a smaller, thinner device bereft of the previous model’s signature Switchblade interface. For some PC manufacturers, a 14-inch machine might be just another SKU in the catalog. But for Razer, it’s almost a mark of progress: not only is the Blade popular enough to necessitate successive generations, but also multiple form factors. It’s also the company’s lowest-priced laptop yet, not to mention its first to include Intel’s new fourth-generation CPU — but at $1,800 for the base model, it still isn’t cheap. Read on to see if the new Blade has enough charm to be worth its lofty price tag.

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WSJ: Google working on an Android-powered game system, smart watch and new Nexus Q

According to the Wall Street Journal, Google might make another foray into living room hardware as it’s currently developing an Android powered gaming console. Since that’s just not enough of a rumor bomb, the talkative “people familiar with the matter” also claim a wristwatch and followup to its “postponedNexus Q project are on the way. If you believe the rumors, its reason for jumping into all these categories is to beat products Apple is reportedly developing in the same categories, with at least one of them launching this fall. Finally, the leaks indicate Google’s next major Android update will be “tailored to low-cost devices in developing countries,” and are ready to go in a much wider variety of devices.

That could mean laptops or even appliances running the rumored Key Lime Pie flavor of Android, built by manufacturers like Samsung which is already working on a watch of its own. Also mentioned is HP, which the report goes on to claim is building laptops that run Android. Companies like Ouya, Mad Catz, Pebble and GEAK probably think Mountain View is already late to the party, but official OS-level support and heavily marketed hardware could take these segments to the next level.

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Apple patent stuffs two ports into one, saves space in your laptop

Apple patent stuffs two ports in one, saves space in your laptop

Port space is very limited on laptops, but Apple has just received a patent that could solve that problem in the simplest way possible: cramming two ports into one. Expanding on what we’ve seen with some multi-format card readers, Apple has designed a layered port whose staggered electrical contacts and overall shape let it accept two different connectors. While the company uses the combination of a USB port and SD card reader as its example, the patent could theoretically apply to any two technologies that make sense together. The real question is whether or not Apple will use its invention at all. The Mac maker has a few slim portables that could use some expansion, but there’s no evidence that the company will tweak its computer designs in the near future.

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Source: USPTO