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MSI EX623 Centrino 2 notebook

Written by IT News on 12:28 AM

MSI may not be the biggest name on the portable market, but it does try to deliver some of the latest technology in computer hardware by releasing new and higher performance systems. The latest product in the Taiwanese company's portfolio of 16-inch laptop comes in the form of a Centrino 2-powered system that also provides an NVIDIA discrete graphics cards for better performance. Note book, dubbed EX623, has been specifically designed to give users a MSI alternative to all these entertainment laptops on the market.

Regarding technical specifications, the new notebook is clearly one of the best-equipped laptops MSI has to offer. Based on the latest mobile platform from Intel, Centrino 2, and on one of NVIDIA's GeForce traditional mobile solutions, 9500M GS graphics card with 512 MB VRAM, the notebook is to provide a high level of computing performance. In addition, the system may also be available with up to 4 GB of DDR2 memory, and with a high capacity 320GB SATA hard drive.

Other features include a 2MP webcam, 3-in-1 card reader, DVD Super Multi or Blu-ray optical drive, a full-size keyboard, Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11n wireless with a Bluetooth module, and three USB 2.0 ports; modem connector, D-Sub and e-SATA support. Equipped with a 6-cell battery options, the notebook is said to weigh about 2.7kg. Speaking of which, users also have the choice of a higher capacity, 9-cell battery. Unfortunately, the company has not revealed any details about the system's pricing and availability.

In related news, MSI's gaming-oriented GX620 notebook has just received an "Editor's Choice Award" from the Russian Igromania Magazine. The price will recognize the design and features of MSI's GX620 gaming notebook, which is said to be ideal for both gaming enthusiasts and everyday users who are looking for a true desktop replacement.

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Toshiba's Centrino 2 Laptops

Written by IT News on 9:06 PM

By: Bogdan Botezatu, Hardware Editor

Toshiba has announced a new update to its forthcoming Satellite and Satellite Pro machines based on Intel's Centrino platform 2. However, it appears that the computer seller in the world rushed to show the next generation of laptops, as Intel has not finished yet of former Montevina platform.

According to the company, repair Satellite family comes with glossy black finish, and the thin line of chassis construction. In notebooks also feature textured mushrooms and super-smooth pen that contrasts with metal buttons on the mouse. New computers will be equipped with TruBrite display and multimedia quick launch bar, the "feather-touch" buttons and non-alcoholic glow of LED lighting to enable users to better control the notebooks' multimedia functions.

Toshiba also said that the upcoming Centrino 2 - based portable PCs will sport up to 640 GB of hard disk storage and dual hard drive support users who require additional storage space. In multimedia functions will make a profit with the built-in Harmon Kardon speakers and Dolby Sound Room technology for the full audio experience.

However, there was no word on the actual hardware configuration. This is understandable as Toshiba hands bound until Intel officially introduced Centrino 2 platform on the market, which will not happen too quickly. It is impossible to know Toshiba wanted to tease our users and give them a taste of the upcoming technologies or she wishes to receive his regular customers in a row and abandon competition, the existing technology.

It is highly unlikely though that the company will deceive users dreaming of a product with an indication of his form only to leave and a bunch of glittering multimedia keys. Manufacturer announced that the satellite line of work will consist of A300, P300 and U400 laptop, moving from 15.4 - 17 - at 13.3 - inch LCD screens. These systems will also come with AMD processors, as well as partners Intel and ATI Mobility Radeon graphics chips.

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