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Laptop Dell XPS L702x – Whether Successful Upgrade?

29 Nov

Laptop Dell XPS L702x – Whether Successful Upgrade?

Laptop Dell XPS L702x replaced the successful model XPS L701x. Externally, the update will be visible only experienced user – changes are minimal. But stuffing changed. First, under the “hood” appeared processors Core i5/i7 second generation. Secondly, the video subsystem refreshed – now on board NVIDIA GeForce GT 550M.

In general, at first glance – some improvement. And quite a reasonable price – test equipment based on the Core i5 is worth less than U.S. $ 1200 – Notebook theoretically doomed to success among gamers. At least those who play monster like Alienware 17x R3 or ASUS G73Sw not afford it. But everything is so good, really? We check!

Dell XPS L701x in due time came to taste, not least thanks to a good aluminum case, which, among other things, not afraid of scratching. In fact, a case has been seen only one drawback – the dark panel workspace too quickly covered with fingerprints. Novelty lies in exactly the same case, but said she had no lack: the panel is more light, so it prints on virtually unnoticeable. Build quality is, of course, perfectly, and when trying to twist a single drop of body and does not lend itself does not emit any creaks or cod.

The bottom is flat, and the vents there are many. User is one big compartment installation of expansion modules, memory and hard drive. Also below is the subwoofer. Housing is based on four oblong and thick rubber feet with a large contact area. However, due to the nature of the rubber compound feet firmly hold only for a glass or lacquered tabletop. On a normal office desk as a laptop slips on the ice, so accidentally pull the cable it is quite simple.

Laptop lid is not fully revealed because of design features, although not loops and recessed. The keyboard, unlike thereof in L701x, not classical, and island type. This is, in principle, there is nothing wrong with that. Here are just succumbing to mass psychosis, the manufacturer decided to make a glossy substrate keys. Of course, the spacing between the buttons very quickly covered with fingerprints. Moreover, on a dark glossy perfectly visible even a speck of dust that does not add gloss laptop.

But that’s not all the comments for a new keyboard. With strong pressure on the keys keyboard flex base, not only in the center, and in almost any part. In addition, the keyboard is quite noisy. The keys soft, with a slight interference fit at the beginning and a clear sense of the activation. In general, with a new keyboard came out a little bobble. Above the keyboard is a glossy insert with three integrated touch sensitive keys, and icons-indicators of the wireless network status and battery life, which are noticeable only when the activity.

 
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Fujitsu Lifebook 13.3 Review

22 Nov

Fujitsu Lifebook 13.3 Review

Fujitsu has launched more products to its range of “small”, the Tokyo-based company was founded in 1935 and in recent years has gained great prestige in the field of notebooks and netbooks, and today we launch more. The line gets a new member in this case is the Lifebook know, this is referred to as SH771. Made especially for businessmen who want a portable and powerful alternative to perform their tasks the notebook has not yet defined, but its price has already been disclosed specifications and we will see here.

The most interesting in the beginning is the great battery life, and we have nine hours of continuous work without plugging into an outlet. Or in a day’s work usually has a charge time of eight hours need not even thinking about recharging our notebook.

Besides this, the Fujitsu Lifebook SH771 comes with very interesting options in terms of hardware, the processor may be an Intel Core i5 or i7, so we have 4 GB of DDR3 RAM expandable to 8 GB hard drive to 750 GB, DVD burner, 13.3-inch screen in addition to an integrated Intel video card and UBS 3.0 ports. The Lifebook can also be loaded smartphones, PSP, MP3 players and various other devices.

The computer also comes with fingerprint reader, Bluetooth, HDMI, VGA and a touchpad with a size more than interesting for the sector and also that this resource has more than interesting. Out that the price of the device has not been officially announced by the company’s speculations give us approximate values ​​and apparently the most basic version with Intel i5 should cost about $ 1,600.

In turn one of its biggest rivals in this case also throws a 11.6-inch notebook, Asus saw the approach of the Christmas season launches models, this is the Intel chipset HM65 U24E the laptop features a 11.6-inch screen and its configuration is a more attractive option for consumers willing to buy a netbook, it weighs just 1.5 kilograms. The processor is an Intel Core i5 2430M operating at a clock of 2.4 GHz and is accompanied by a 4GB DDR3 RAM.

The hard drive is 750 GB and have a DVD drive. At the same time ASUS claims that the autonomy of the device is 7 hours. The screen is 11.6 inches and has a maximum resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels and considering that the product is focused to the common user and process size chart is on behalf of Intel. In turn, the notebook has an HDMI port and even though we do not offer a Blu-ray drive that can eventually be connected to our TV.

Besides all this the U24E has webcam, memory card reader, WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, two USB 3.0 ports and the operating system Windows Home Premium 64 bits. Well balanced with the hardware it must be placed in a grade below zenbooks. The price of this product should be about $ 700.

 
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PS Smart — Care Of Your Laptop Battery

16 Nov

PS Smart — Care Of Your Laptop Battery

Manufacturers sell their laptops batteries promising very long duration. Despite that, we all know that the misuse and continuous refills, they may end up deteriorating. To help solve this problem, the firm has designed a Power Safer PS device called Smart, whose main function is to pamper the battery and ensure a long and fruitful life. And how? Basically, standing between the laptop battery and wall outlet.

Its aim is to prevent the laptop is charging electricity without stopping. The PS Smart is a small device that measures 90x80x34 mm, and is installed between the battery and computer. Once you press the power button, the gossip begins to monitor the status and battery, to supply electricity in regular cycles. In this way, according to its manufacturer, prevents the battery is continuously charged, anything that impairs your state and shortens its life.

* After purchasing the battery should be fully charged. In this way achieves the maximum capacity.
* Once loaded, leave the laptop plugged in for two hours. This helps the battery maintains its maximum load.
* Now you must download the battery almost completely, this will determine the capacity of the battery. After you load and use the laptop as desired.

In addition to protecting the battery Safe Power firm assures a greater energy savings. While we do not work, the PS Smart off the computer from the mains to avoid the so-called “consumption at rest.” With this system, we do not know if at the end of month we save a few euros in electricity consumption, that much we miss. But at least, if we take better care of the battery. And, the apparatus is not very expensive.

Someone says that Li-ion batteries that are most subject to wear full discharges to suffer were the old memory effects than was necessary to completely discharge. Never discharge completely, my cell phone goes for 5 years, my laptop for 3 years and my PDA for 2 years, and the batteries running as the first day, and says the life span of a Li-ion is 1 year, so I prefer my method. In addition, all computers have security systems that do not allow complete discharge of the battery, so do not know how to download them completely.

Bad advice on removing the battery when using the mains. Check the pages of the battery manufacturers or brands of laptops and see their recommendations on the care of the battery. Lithium batteries deteriorate over time, with the temeperatura and depleting the charge and discharge cycles. If you regularly get the battery fully discharges take better charge / discharge, but then cause the battery to increase its temperature at full load process. Remove the battery from the laptop is a widespread legend that only serves to break the protection of the portable housing, which is part of the battery and make it more vulnerable to dust and blows.

 
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Some Tips To Extend Your Battery Life

10 Nov

Some Tips To Extend Your Battery Life

Have you ever feel annoyed when your laptop truned off suddenly very often? Sometimes you need to go out to work and you have to bring your laptop. But when you work half the time the laptop is dead, then you can not find a suitable place to recharge, what you should do at that time? nothing except wait. I believe that we all have come across ome of the frustrating situations like these. Today I will give you some good tips to help you solve this problem.

Using the battery meter to monitor energy consumption
The battery meter is a handy tool found in the notification area of the Windows taskbar and allows you to easily control the power consumption of your computer. The icon for the battery meter indicates whether your laptop is plugged icon image of the battery when the battery is plugged. or if your computer is running on battery icon image of the battery when the battery is used. If you point the battery meter, you can see the percentage of battery charge remaining and the approximate time you have left to having to plug in your computer.

By clicking on the icon of the battery meter, you can get more information, for example, which is using energy plan, if you have more than one battery, how much charge is left in the second battery, and so on. You can also change power plans and access to additional configuration options to handle more power.

Using power plans to protect the battery
One of the easiest ways to protect your battery without affecting the performance of a computer is to use the built-in power schemes that come with Windows. Power plans are basically sets of settings for hardware and software that control how your computer uses power. There are two power plans that come with Windows and are practical for laptop computers:
* Balanced. This is the plan that most laptops use by default. Offers full performance and screen brightness when needed, and saves power during periods of inactivity.
* Saver. This plan can help maximize a single battery charge. Save energy by reducing system performance and brightness of the screen.
In addition to energy plans that come with Windows, your computer manufacturer may offer additional plans. You can also create your own power plan settings or customize an existing plans. For more information, see Change, create or delete a power plan of energy.

How to maximize battery
In addition to using power plans to maximize battery charge, battery care is important to ensure that it lasts as much as possible.
* Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for charging and maintaining battery. Only use the charger and power cord provided by the manufacturer.
* Do not let the battery get too hot (or too cold). A warm battery is an indication of problems and usually means the battery is not working properly. You should stop using it immediately. Also make sure the battery is not exposed to extreme temperatures. The batteries are designed to work best at room temperature. Do not use or store batteries in extreme temperature conditions.
* Use the battery and keep it looking new. Do not leave the computer plugged in all the time. A good idea is to download the laptop battery and then recharge it once a month or so. It should also allow the battery to discharge completely before recharging.

 
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