Asus bamboo-clad 'eco' laptop

Now, laptop maker Asus is well known for its willingness to bring all sorts of hi-tech compounds into the manufacture of its notebook computers, but it hasn't ignored more traditional materials. It's already released a leather-clad laptop and has now begun touting what it claims is the world's first bamboo computer.

Called the EcoBook, this concept notebook is clearly pitched at the greener consumer and all those folk who fancy a wind-powered mobile phone charger to pitch on top of their teepees.
Like the leather machine, the EcoBook is built out of all the usual plastic and metal materials - all "environmentally friendly [and] recyclable", Asus pledged - but equipped with a bamboo veneer.
Asus calls this a "bionic design concept" - not, as we first thought, a reference to the Six Million Dollar Man, but the laptop's use of "bio-degradable materials for the outer shell", which later "decomposes and becomes part of life's endless cycle".
Asus' EcoBook: peddling life's endless cycle
Florid hyperbole aside, we think the bamboo EcoBook looks rather good. In fact, we can't wait to get our hands on one. But we're not sure we can quite sat the same for Asus' other bio concept: a paper-covered laptop. Specifically, recycled paper, giving it the distinct impression it's been made out of old eggboxes...

Compaq Presario 2209CL Intel Celeron M 1.4GHz

This refurbished laptop computer lets you get the power of higher priced computers for a rock bottom price.
This computer with quite a range of features allowing you to do all the things you need without having to upgrade soon.
Although it comes with a slightly slower Celron M, this cheap laptop computer excels in other areas. It’s huge 15 inch monitor is one of these, allowing a huge viewing area for those who are used to small laptop monitors.
It comes equipped with fast DDR333/PC2700 ram and 512MB of it. This provides a huge advantage when running the slightly memory hungry operating systems we use today, allowing lots of power for other things too.
It’s bus speed is 400MHz, which is another factor in this discount laptop computers favor. The faster bus allows information to pass faster between the components of the computer, providing more performance than a simple processor upgrade might.
The hard drive is a standard 60GB affair. The optical drive is a CDRW, DVD-ROM combo drive. For this price range this is more than fine, in fact it’s great. Although it might be one of the first things I would consider upgrading.
The graphics is handled by a built in Intel Integrated Graphics controller which uses 64MB of the system memory.
As well as all these, it has wireless LAN support, so you can find internet hotspots anywhere you go. Modem ports and USB 2.0 round off the package.
One other useful feature is that the touchpad which is used when no mouse is present can be turned off, avoiding accidentally pressing it while typing documents or working on other things that don’t require the mouse.

Aspire T-180

Acer Aspire T-180, with an AMD Sempron 3000 processor. It packs 512MB DDR RAM, an 80GB Sata hard drive and a DVD-Rewriter for those movie moments or to backup that essential data. It also has a 7 in 1 card reader, 6 USB Ports, sound and 128MB Graphics. It's a steal at £269.00 Price excludes delivery and VAT. Image for illustration purposes

Tritech Dual Core P4 Computer

TRITECH P4 Dual Core 2.80Ghz Computer Intel D946 Micro ATX Motherboard Intel Processor 820 CPU w/Fan and heatsink 1GB DDR RAM 160GB SATA Hard Drive on board Video 19" Black LCD Color Monitor 2 Button PS/2 Mouse w/wheel Black Mid ATX tower case w/350 watt power supply Microsoft Windows Media Center Edition Black Multimedia Keyboard w/ internet and multimedia hotkeys Black DVD RW Drive 3D Sound card On board 10/100 Ethernet on board (for Cable or DLS internet) Small Logitech Speakers

HIGH PERFORMANCE/GAMING PC SYSTEM U2007-Ps Series

Configuration:
Intel® Core 2 Duo Processor & Pentium D Processor
Intel® D975XBX2LKR Motherboard, 975X Chipset
Built-in 1 ATA-100, 4 SATA-II (Intel® Matrix Raid), 1 Parallel, 3 PCI Express* x16, 1 PCI Express* x1 & 3 PCI Slots. 4 Back & 2 Front Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Ports, 1 Back & 1 Front 1394a Ports. Integrated Intel® High Definition Audio (7.1 Surround Sound) & Gigabit Lan Solution. Support up to 8GB DDR2 Memory.
2GB ( 2 1GB Dual Channel) DDR2-667 Memory
1.44 High Density Floppy Drive
ATI Radeon X1900GT PCI Express w/256MB Video Card
320GB SATA-300 Hard Drive (7200rpm, 16MB Cache)
Antec TX640B Mid-Tower Case w/400w Power Supply
16Max Dual Layer Internal IDE DVD Recorder Drive
5.1 Speaker System w/ Sub-woofer
Microsoft Internet Keyboard & Optical Mouse
Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate Operating Systems
* Monitor NOT Included. Please click here for monitors
Processor Options:
Intel® Pentium D 925 Processor (3.0GHz)
Intel® Core 2 Duo E4300 Processor (1.80GHz, 2MB L2 Cache)
Intel® Core 2 Duo E4400 Processor (2.00GHz, 2MB L2 Cache)
Intel® Core 2 Duo E6320 Processor (1.86GHz, 4MB L2 Cache)
Intel® Core 2 Duo E6420 Processor (2.13GHz, 4MB L2 Cache)
Intel® Core 2 Duo E6600 Processor (2.40GHz, 4MB L2 Cache)
Intel® Core 2 Duo E6700 Processor (2.66GHz, 4MB L2 Cache)
Intel® Core 2 Quad Q6600 Processor (2.40GHz, 8MB L2 Cache)
Intel® Core 2 Extreme QX6700 Processor (2.66GHz, 8MB L2 Cache)

ASUS-LAMBORGHINI VX1-

ASUS-Lamborghini VX1 is an extreme and spectacular expression of the ASUS and Lamborghini spirit that, with the look alone, exudes power, speed, strength and beauty.
Enjoy revolutionary entertainment on the go - ASUS-LAMBORGHINI VX1- with Intel® Core™2 Duo processor in ASUS-LAMBORGHINI VX1- enables breakthrough mobile performance, new high-definition capabilities and improved battery life.

Unparalleled Fusion of Innovative Concept, Advanced Technology and Astonishing Design Available in both yellow and black, the Lamborghini Notebook Series is the ultimate representation of technology and automobile fusion and a true mobile computing revolution. With design details and special mirror painting finish, the ASUS-Lamborghini VX1 is an extreme and spectacular expression of the ASUS and Lamborghini spirit that, with the look alone, exudes power, speed, strength and beauty.
Next Generation Mobile Computing Performance The ASUS-Lamborghini VX1 is based on the new Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology platform. The dual-core processing capabilities of the VX1 offers desktop level computing performance such as faster processing and high quality video/ audio enjoyment while enabling high mobility and better productivity with smaller form factor and longer battery life. The 15" VX1, weighing less than most of the 14" notebooks, is a powerful work machine with superior mobility. A Cooperation Built on United Business Commitment ASUS has long been recognized for its high and uncompromised quality standards and this coincides with the relentless fervor in pursuit for design excellence of Lamborghini, established by its founder Ferruccio Lamborghini. Hence, the corporation between the two businesses is based on a mutual commitment to top quality and dedication to exceptional design. The Lamborghini VX1 is a masterpiece that delivers both cutting-edge performance as well as luxurious style.
Design Craftsmanship The Lamborghini Notebook Series is a true mobile computing revolution. The Industrial Design team at ASUS studied the many series of Lamborghini in order to get the most accurate perception of the Lamborghini spirit. Available in both yellow and black, the Lamborghini VX1 adopts the trademark colors of the Lamborghini logo. With special mirror painting finish, the notebook looks and feels like a supreme supercar. The designers´ incorporated many details inspired by Lamborghini concepts to the notebook. The sharp yet streamlined LCD cover design comes from the dual-compartment 2005 Lamborghini Concept S as well as the unique aerodynamics design of Lamborghini Gallardo. The LED display design is a duplication of the air diffuser mesh of Murcielago Barchetta Concept. The Lamborghini VX1 is an extreme and spectacular expression of the ASUS and Lamborghini spirit that, with the look alone, exudes power, speed, strength and beauty.
The Slim, Lightweight 15-inch Notebook The ASUS VX1 is an ultra slim and super light 15-inch notebook measuring at 2.5cm in thinness. It is characterised by a refined and elegant design that represents the most comprehensive solution for professionals who demand functionality and cutting-edge performance.
Dual core, Double Power Equipped with the latest Dual Core processing, the VX1 provides enhanced responsiveness to enjoy audio & video playback & record, gaming, IM, and web-browsing simultaneously on your notebook. Moreover, it Enhanced performance on floating-point intensive applications such as gaming, digital music, digital photography and video editing.
The latest 3D processing Power Incorporated with the NVidia GeForce Go7400VX delivers stunning, true-to-life visuals, incredibly smooth video playback and exceptional graphics performance—from personal video recording and high definition TV, to enthusiast-level gaming.
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new AR and SZ series of Sony VAIOs notebooks

Sony, the premium music entertainment industrial giant, certainly does well in the premium computer notebook market as well. All of it’s new computers launches are stylish, futuristic and of course incorporated with the premium specs and premium prices. So it was just the right time for Sony to launch their new Santa Rosa line of notebooks.
This goes the same with the new AR and SZ series of Sony VAIOs, both premium models that features, Intel Core Duo Processor, SATA hard drive, XBRITE display Technology, NVIDIA GeForce graphic card, Wireless LAN, Built in camera, and Bluetooth. However, for the business traveler who is more concerned about the battery life and portability will probably go after the SZ series due to the smaller screen display at 13.3 inches compared with large 17” offered by the