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Archive for the ‘Laptops’ Category

Feb
28

With the launch of Chromebook Pixel, Google made a strong entry into the high-end ultrabook segment. A few months earlier, Google had released a low cost ultrabook, Samsung Chromebook Series 3 which created quite a stir in the market. Priced at merely $249, it became a favorite among people who were ready to make the switch to a Cloud based OS. As opposed to this, the Chromebook Pixel is priced at close to $1300 and is competing with the likes of MacBook Pro and Acer Aspire S7 among others. Read the rest of this entry »


Feb
22

When the Microsoft Surface Pro was released, there was a lot of ambiguity regarding its categorization. The most pertinent question was and remains – is it a tablet or a hybrid ultrabook? On the first go, it looks like a tablet even as it is slightly heavier and bigger than an average tablet. However, it runs a full fledged Windows 8 version and it also boasts of an Intel Core i5 processor which is usually found in ultrabooks or laptops. Also, it is considerably expensive than a regular tablet. In fact, its price is closer to an ultrabook. Read the rest of this entry »


Jan
31

With their compact size and competent specs, netbooks make for ideal travel companions. As the performance of netbooks continues to improve, they have found favor with different kinds of people like business professionals who travel frequently, college students who need to take their netbooks to campus everyday, or just about anybody looking for a lighter alternative to the laptop. In fact, people have started buying netbooks merely for the purpose of travelling and not just long distance trips. It is a common sight to see people working on their netbooks in a bus or in a subway train or even in a cafe. Read the rest of this entry »


Jan
06

The holiday season is over and its time to get back to work. If the thought of returning to a messy office is giving you nightmares, you might want to make resolutions about keeping your office clean and organized in the future. Alternatively, if you are planning to set up a new office in the new year, you should do your research about the equipment you will need. Read the rest of this entry »


Jan
01

Before we get started, we would like to wish a very happy new year to all our readers. It is the first day of the year and all of us must be busy making new year’s resolutions, consciously or unconsciously. Making the resolution is the easier part, the harder thing is to follow it to its very end. In this day and age, technology has come such a long way that it can help you do just about anything, even adhere to your new year resolutions. And let’s face, we all need a little help in that department. Read the rest of this entry »


Dec
07

In our previous post, we focused on affordable gifts for the holiday season. This week, we will focus on the other extreme i.e. luxury gadgets. If you are in the mood for indulging in some unmatchable experiences, you must browse through the list of luxury gadgets we have put together for you. These gadgets are not simply things that adorn your living room, they will enrich your holiday season by providing state-of-the-art experiences. Isn’t that what luxury is all about? This holiday season, give your loved ones one more reason to celebrate and rejoice. Read the rest of this entry »


Nov
16

In the past, it was next to impossible to get a decent laptop under $500-$600. Things sure have changed since then. Now, you can find a great laptop even if you are running on a tight budget. And the best part is that you won’t even have to settle for a not-so-impressive laptop. Instead, you can buy yourself a light, sleek and high performing laptop under $600. If you are looking for something cheaper, you can easily find a netbook priced under $400. All said done, a lavish budget is no longer a prerequisite for a great laptop. Read the rest of this entry »


Sep
22

Ultrabook is the latest buzzword in the world of laptops. Essentially, ultrabook is a marketing label created by Intel to refer to extremely thin and light notebooks with high quality performance. Therefore, an ultrabook is basically a laptop with diminished size and weight but no compromise is made on the performance front. The best of ultrabooks come with an Intel i3, i5 or i7 processor, 4-8 GB memory storage and 3.0 USB connectivity. Read the rest of this entry »


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