Splashtop Instant-on Software Spreads Across Lenovo 3G Netbooks

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) May 12, 2009

DeviceVM, the maker of the award-winning Splashtop™ instant-on platform, today announced that Splashtop is shipping on the new 3G-enabled IdeaPad S10-2 netbooks from Lenovo. Lenovo IdeaPad netbooks ship worldwide, and are among the most popular netbook PCs in the world.

With Splashtop, IdeaPad users can surf the web, check email, chat online or video conference seconds after turning on their netbooks, all without starting a traditional operating system. And with 3G support, Lenovo netbook users will be able to connect instantly from any location with 3G wireless broadband connections.

“Netbooks represent the fastest growing segment of the PC market” says Mark Lee, CEO and co-founder of DeviceVM. “With 3G connectivity from Lenovo and instant-on computing from Splashtop, users finally have the ability to connect to the Internet instantly and from anywhere, and use their netbooks as a true mobile companion.”

In the fourth quarter of 2008, more than seven million netbooks shipped worldwide, comprising 18% of the total laptop shipment volume*. The marketplace for netbooks is a rapidly growing segment. The collaboration between DeviceVM and Lenovo started in November 2008 with the launch of IdeaPad S10e, and has since expanded to include all the latest netbooks from the IdeaPad line. Splashtop is branded as “Quick Start” on Lenovo products.

About DeviceVM

DeviceVM, Inc. is a privately held software company, selected by Dow Jones as one of the top 50 companies to watch. With its ‘instant-on’ Splashtop product, DeviceVM is improving the every-day experience of computer users. Founded in 2006, DeviceVM is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices in Taiwan and China.

About Splashtop

Splashtop is an award-winning ‘instant-on’ platform that improves the personal computing experience. Splashtop enables users to read e-mail, chat with friends, share photos, or surf the Web seconds after turning on their PC. Numerous Splashtop-enabled motherboards, desktops, and notebooks are available from the world’s major computer manufacturers.

Useful Links:

More about Splashtop: http://www.splashtop.com/

More about the IdeaPad: http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/

Splashtop blog: http://www.splashtop.com/blog/

Splashtop-enabled products: http://splashtop.com/get_splashtop

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A Family Tale, for Those Who Want to Take Over the World

Hutto, Texas (PRWEB) August 24, 2007

In “Emperor Dad,” the first of the Small Town, Big Ideas series, James Hill’s life as a high school athlete was upended in an auto accident that was much more than it seemed. But hacking the family computer led him to discover the mysterious and dangerous life hidden behind his father’s ‘consulting’ business. Dad had invented teleportation, and was on a collision course with all the world’s governments. Only James and his wristwatch had a chance to avert world wide catastrophe and the destruction of his family.

In addition to Emperor Dad, two more novels are scheduled for release, with more to come.

“I’ve been to all states, and many countries, and there are wonderful small towns everywhere, like jewels in the sand. I fall in love with a place, and it becomes a second home-town to me. The stories may lead to other planets or other times, but they all start here,” Melton said.

Henry Melton has been a contributor to premier science fiction magazines such as Analog, and well known anthologies such as Christmas Stars and There Will Be War since the 1970′s. In recent years he has concentrated on science fiction novels inspired by the juveniles of Heinlein and Norton that brought him into the field in the first place.

With his nature-photographer wife, Mary Ann Melton, it’s “have laptop, will travel”, and often his writing is done with his computer resting on the steering wheel while she frames her photos. “We’ve been on the road more than half the time, attending science fiction conventions and visiting wildlife refuges. This fall we’re looking forward to a month touring and teaching in Africa.”

Describing the series Small Towns, Big Ideas, Melton says, “Science fiction sets the best stage for dealing with big ideas while telling an entertaining story, and starting with a modern kid makes the tale accessible, even to readers who’d never touched science fiction before. I’ve been very pleased that half the comments by early readers talk about ‘fast paced adventure’ and the others talk about ‘great ideas’.”

Emperor Dad is currently available at Amazon and other on-line bookstores. Links can be found at http://WireRimBooks.com.

URL: http://www.wirerimbooks.com/emperordadbyhenrymelton

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SurfShelf Treadmill Desk and Laptop Holder

• Make exercise fun and get things done! Use your laptop or portable DVD player while you work out.
• Fits 99% treadmills, bikes and ellipticals. Questions? info@surfshelf.com or (800) 854-3079
• 100% MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE! Made of 100% super strong Polycarbonate and is fully adjustable.
• Watch online TV, DVDs, email, Facebook, play games, read blogs, Twitter – all while you lose weight!
• Easy to install and use (1-minute installation) and folds up to fit in your gym bag. Have fun!

The SurfShelf treadmill desk attaches any laptop or portable DVD player to most any exercise machine. It is the perfect laptop holder for your treadmill, exercise bike, elliptical trainer, etc.

Catch the TV shows you missed, watch DVDs, Facebook, email, Twitter or do some work, all while you get fit.

Daily exercise is essential for a happy & healthy life, but with our busy schedules it’s hard to fit it in. Now you can! Do your morning emails on the treadmill & your workout is done!

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HP Mini 210-1010NR 10.1-Inch Black Netbook – 4.25 Hours of Battery Life

• Intel Atom Processor N450 (1.66 GHz, 512 KB L2 Cache)
• 1 GB DDR2 System Memory (1 DIMM); 160 GB (5400RPM) Hard Drive (SATA)
• Genuine Windows 7 Starter, Up to 4.25 hours of battery life
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 (shared) with up to 256 MB total available graphics memory
• 10.1-inch Diagonal WSVGA LED Anti-glare Widescreen Display (1024 x 600)

Prepare to be noticed when you take this Netbook out on the town. Small, slim and stylish, the HP Mini 210 lets you surf the web, stay connected, and be entertained wherever you go. Amp up the fun by playing videos and music or showing off your photos. Exclusive, integrated software keeps you in sync with your life by letting you e-mail, chat, and instantly access your files from anywhere. Take just what you need And leave the rest on your primary PC. At less than one inch thin and starting a

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Vodafone UK First to Offer Samsung NC10 Netbook with Built-in Mobile Broadband

Newbury, UK (PRWEB) July 14, 2009

Vodafone UK is the first UK network operator to offer the Samsung NC10 ultra-mobile netbook with built-in mobile broadband connectivity.

Free on both a 24 month contract for £25 a month with 1GB of data and a 24 month contract for £30 a month with 3GB of data, the Samsung NC 10 netbook has a Vodafone SIM and mobile broadband software pre-installed meaning customers won’t need to use a USB modem to connect to the web. Commuters, bloggers and those that rule their life from their handbag, briefcase or laptop bag will be able to connect to Vodafone’s fast and reliable mobile broadband network, whether on the road, or on-the-go, while surfing the Web, chatting with friends, or enjoying their favourite online videos and music.

Weighing in at only 1.33kg, the netbook comes in black and includes a built-in webcam, a bright 10.2-inch glossy LED display and a normal-size, PC-style keyboard. It also boasts a 3 in 1 memory card reader for simple file sharing, 1GB memory and Microsoft Windows XP. Users will also appreciate the increased battery life and network reception that integrated mobile broadband offers when compared to using a separate USB modem with a notebook or laptop.

The Samsung NC10 Netbook is available at http://shop.vodafone.co.uk/shop/mobile-broadband-devices/samsung-netbook and by calling Vodafone telesales on 08080 408 408.

Also available is this season’s statement accessory, the PPQ for Vodafone Netbook Bag. Sleek, stylish and designed exclusively for Vodafone, the bag is the ultimate fashion item for style conscious urbanites and tech-savvy fashionistas on the go. Inspired by PPQ’s signature Gabriel bag and in deep red croc-print, it’s lightweight and on trend for summer 2009. The ultra-slim case is sized for a netbook and features a padded interior for protection and a pocket for daily essentials. Staying connected on the move has never been so chic.

Customers can purchase The PPQ for Vodafone Netbook Bag for just £40 at vodafone.co.uk/ppq whilst stocks last.

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Vodafone UK was recently voted Best Consumer Mobile Broadband at the Annual Internet Service Provider Awards

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Visit the Vodafone UK site for details on the Samsung NC 10 Netbook and our Mobile Broadband service.

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Best Holiday Gift Ideas for College Students and Worst Gifts

Tucson, Arizona (PRWEB) December 4, 2007

What are popular gifts that college students want for the holidays? The list below describes gifts which are not only popular among young people, but are useful items to have at college. Also included are gifts which used to be student favorites, but are no longer popular.

The following list was based of the input of college students and put together by http://CollegeTipsForParents.org , the informational website which covers topics of interest to parents who have children in college, or have students planning to attend college.

Best Gifts For College Students

Pre-Paid Gas Card Gift

Most major gasoline companies offer pre-paid gift cards which may be used at their gas stations. Gas cards make it easier for students to come home without blowing their budget.

Stress Relief Gifts and Gift Baskets

College students face a great deal of stress from academics along with the normal social anxiety of college life. There are a variety of popular gifts which may help relieve stress, for example: portable massagers to ease tension; relaxation music CDs, yoga instructional DVD’s, herbal teas. Items like these could be given individually or combined into a college stress relief gift basket.

Money along with Money Management Skills Audiobook

Students love to get gifts of money. Unfortunately most young people are very bad at handling money matters. With that in mind, a thoughtful additional item to go with the money is the informative audiobook provided by the educational website, http://MoneyManagement101.org : ‘Money Management For Young Adults- Learn the Essential Skills That No One Ever Taught You’. This popular audiobook is 42 minutes long and provides an excellent overview of money management skills. It clearly explains important topics such as personal budgeting and living within one’s means; responsible use of credit cards; banking basics; maintaining a strong credit rating; identity theft and fraud prevention tips, etc.

USB FlashDrive

Flash drives are small, portable, digital storage devices that plug into the USB port of computers. They are primarily used to store and transport personal files including college term papers, documents, pictures, and music files. Flash drives make it easy to move large files from the campus computer lab to a laptop or to a desktop computer back home. Protecting important data is a vital part of campus security. With that in mind, many flash drives come with info security features which help prevent other people from being able to access the content on the device.

Laptop Reading Light

For late night schoolwork in the dorm room, laptop reading lights are very useful. They provide an adequate amount of light, which can be focused onto the keyboard or reading materials, and therefore will not disturb sleeping dorm-mates. Since laptop reading lights are simply plugged in USB ports, they do not require separate batteries.

iPod Docking Station and iPod Speaker

An iPod docking station dock enables the playing of iPod music out loud, in room-filling sound. The speaker docs are small and portable. One added benefit, when the iPod is connected to the docking station, the iPod battery will be charged.

Laptop lock

Unfortunately, college campus security is an issue and laptop computers are frequently stolen. One item that can reduce this risk is a laptop lock. These locks consist of a galvanized steel cable which is inserted into the lock slot of a laptop, and then looped around a desk or other secure object. This is an inexpensive way of improving laptop security and the on-campus safety of important information.

Worst Gifts for Students

Desktop Computer

Desktop computers are no longer popular with the college students. Laptop computers are the best computers for students. Not only are desktops non-portable, but they occupy too much space in a dorm. The only students that might still want a desktop are hardcore gamers or tech students who want as much computing horsepower as possible.

Stereo System

Unless they are very serious audiophiles, students listen to their music from their iPod or other portable music player. If they want to play music without headphones, they typically connect their iPod to their computer or into a docking station speaker.

Camera (non-digital) — virtually no college student will want a film camera. If someone still wants to buy them a camera, be sure its digital. Also, most college students have cell phones with built in cameras. Camera phones aren’t usually high quality, but they generally do a decent job of taking snapshots of friends.

For more ideas for college parents visit http://CollegeTipsForParents.org

CollegeTipsForParents.org is an educational website and blog, written by students and parents. The site provides current information about what is happening on campuses that would be of interest to parents. It also covers topics such as campus living tips, campus security and safety, college money saving tips, adjusting to college life, and more. Also visit our blog at http://CollegeTipsForParents.org/blog/

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Surf’s Up! Sony and Billabong Partner to Bring Boardshort Style to VAIO Mini-PC

Sony

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) June 7, 2010

Great for college students and surf enthusiasts, the VAIO W® Series Imperial Lime Edition mini-PC features a boardshort-inspired design from Billabong. Ideal for taking notes in class or studying on the beach, the W Series is ultraportable and great for email, web browsing and social networking on-the-go.

The W Series has a HD (1366×768) 10.1-inch LED backlit widescreen display that lets you view an entire web page side-to-side on a single screen. The unit comes with a roomy 250GB hard drive for all your on-screen media— such as movies and photos– just like that of a full-size PC. It is also equipped with Microsoft® Windows® 7 Starter operating system. And with a long battery life, users can get up to seven hours of use on a single charge.

Building on the partnership, Sony is proud to participate in Billabong’s Design for Humanity event on June 10, 2010. This year, the Design for Humanity charitable initiative will benefit Invisible Children, an organization that rebuilds schools and provides jobs in war-torn Northern Uganda.

Sony will donate two of the new Billabong inspired W Series mini-PCs to be auctioned off at the Design for Humanity event with all proceeds going to the Invisible Children foundation.

Committed to the environment, Sony also features trade-in and recycling programs for all its PCs. For more on Sony’s proactive approach to creating products that grow out of greener thinking please visit: http://www.sony.com/green.

The VAIO W Series Imperial Lime Edition mini-PC starts at $ 500 and is available starting today for pre-sale, at Sony Style stores around the country. To find the closest Sony Style store, please visit: http://www.sony.com/pr/wseries. For more information on Billabong, please visit: http://www.billabong.com/us.

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Lapworks Announces New Widescreen Notebook Stand

Rancho Cucamonga, CA (PRWEB) September 28, 2009

Launching in September 2009, Lapworks is pleased to announce the newest product in its lap desk and desk stand lineup, which already touts the popular Gamer’s Desk and Wizard Desk Stand: The Widescreen Notebook Stand.

Designed specifically for widescreen media center notebooks, the Widescreen Notebook Stand leads the field in support and stability for the widest of notebooks. The desk is 15-3/8″ long by 12″ wide – the widest notebook stand currently available. The Widescreen Notebook Stand is optimized for maximum cooling with both a 1/8″ thick, heat-absorbing Aluminum surface with twin cooling fans that circulate air to prevent overheating.

The Widescreen Notebook Stand’s tilting base effortlessly adjusts allowing users to incline the stand into dozens of angles for maximum viewing comfort. The base tilts freely, with no releases or locking tabs necessary to hold position, making the Widescreen one of the least complicated and easiest to use desk stands on the market today.

Because Lapworks knows that connectivity is vital to laptop users, the new notebook stand also incorporates a 4-port USB 2.0 hub to connect cameras, mobile devices and more. Additional ports include a mini-USB for direct connection to the notebook, an a/c adapter port and a on-off power switch for the dual fans.

Look for the Lapworks Widescreen Notebook Stand on September 15, 2009, exclusively on the LapWorks website.

About LapWorks:

As the designers and developers of the best selling lap desks in the nation, LapWorks is proud to bring professionals, consumers and students quality Notebook Computer Stands, Laptop Desks, and gaming equipment to enhance their computer usage. In addition, products from LapWorks are ergonomically designed for comfort and feature cooling capabilities to preserve the integrity and longevity of any notebook computer. Get your Laptop Accessories and more from http://www.LapWorksInc.com.

Are you a journalist or blogger interested in a evaluation copy of the latest Lapworks products? Contact jose(at)laptopdesk(dot)net.

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Toshiba Satellite C655-S5125 15.6″ Laptop Computer – Black – intel celeron 925 2.3Ghz, 2Gb ddr3 memory, 250gb hdd

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• High Definition Audio, Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n, Notebook PC
• Memory Card Reader (Secure Digital, MMC, SDHC, Mini SD), 6-Cell Lithium-Ion Battery

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New Web-based Laptop Computer Repair Company Launches 48-hour Repair Service

Bedford, MA (PRWEB) November 17, 2004

NoteFix (http://www.notefix.com) today announced the launch of their Internet-based high-speed laptop computer repair service with 20-day “fix it or replace it guarantee.” NoteFix offers quick laptop repair, with a turnaround time of 48 hours on nearly all notebook computers thanks to their on-site inventory of laptop replacement parts.

NoteFix.com offers a flat-rate pricing model that ensures most laptop repairs will be completed for less than $ 350. Because NoteFix is a division of a 20-year-old full-service computer repair depot (Pre-Owned Electronics., Inc., of Bedford, MA) that both inventories and performs component-level repair of all major PC parts (logic boards, hard drives, chips, etc.), it has the same capabilities as original manufacturers when it comes to fixing laptop computers. The NoteFix inventory includes thousands of hard to find computer parts, and the company has all the technology required to fix hard drives, LCD screens, and other difficult components without outsourcing work to third parties.

NoteFix also offers an industry first: their 20-day “fix-it or replace-it guarantee.” If Notefix cannot fix your notebook computer in less than 20 days, they will replace it with a similar laptop computer of like configuration and capabilities. (Subject to specific terms and conditions)

“Customers who bring their laptops to the local computer repair shop often run into problems,” said Joe Kouyoumjian, President of NoteFix, “Local repair shops have to order parts they don’t have and have small staffs that may not have expertise or experience with your brand, configuration, or repair needs. NoteFix has resolved these problems thanks to our expanded inventory and staff, and we go even further by turning repairs around quickly and offering you a replacement computer if we cannot fix your problem.”

About NoteFix

NoteFix™ is The Original™ Laptop Computer Repair Company. NoteFix leverages twenty years of computer repair experience to quickly repair laptop computers, on a national scale. NoteFix offers unparallel service backed up by its first in the industry Triple Assurance Plan™, which includes speed and replacement guarantees. Using highly-trained technicians, an extensive inventory of parts, and the latest test and repair equipment, NoteFix can diagnose and repair virtually any problem, returning repaired laptops to customers within days. The company welcomes business from any and all customers from individuals to large companies through their website, http://www.notefix.com. NoteFix is located in Bedford, Massachusetts. For more information, please contact Joseph Kouyoumjian at 800-838-4939, extension 4700 or joe@notefix.com.

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