Plunder Guide » Computers

Maingear SHIFT P55

Peg Leg Larry — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:22:02 +0000

When you’re seriously serious about getting a lot of work done or a lot of games won, you may need to shift your focus. Stay away from bloated, mainstream PCs and shift to Maingear’s SHIFT. The tower of power is big in size (24″ high and 21″ long) and big in performance. Based on the Intel i7 Quad-core processor, the aluminum-skinned rig also packs a bottom-to-top cooling system to maintain peak performance from all its parts. Basic inventory includes a 512MB GeForce, 4GB Kingston DDR3 RAM, and a 750 GB SATA HDD among others. The system is also future-compatible with several expansion slots giving you room for further improvement. Maingear also offers a lifetime support for your system where you can talk directly to the builder that assembled your rig. $2,200+.

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Lenovo IdeaCentre B500

One-eyed Willie — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 02:42:47 +0000

We really love these all-in-one desktop computers and one of the best that we have seen so far is this Lenovo IdeaCentre B500. It features an Intel Core 2 Quad processor, the B500 also packs discrete graphics, up to 8GB of RAM, 1TB of hard disk space, a 23-inch Full HD screen, integrated JBL speakers, and a 4-in-1 remote that acts as a motion-based game controller, VoIP handset, air mouse, and media remote. $650.

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Dell Multi-Touch Monitor

One-eyed Willie — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:14:32 +0000

It only makes sense for something like this new Dell Multi-Touch Monitor to release now that Windows 7 is out. This is a 21.5 inch Full HD monitor and features a two megapixel integrated webcam, USB, HDMI, audio, VGA, and DVI inputs, audio output, and a stylish integrated stand. Just remember to give your arms a rest once in a while. $470.

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Mino Mini USB Monitor

One-eyed Willie — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 03:59:27 +0000

If you need a secondary screen for your office space, but don’t quite have enough room for another full sized screen, then the Mino Mini USB Monitor is right up your alley. The screen on this one is 7 inches and can be rtotated either vertically or horizontally for optimal viewing. $130-230.

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C-motech Mangrove

Parrot Pat — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:04:18 +0000

Dubai was the venue where the C-motech Mangrove Smartbook was released in the recent Gitex Technology Week 2009. It has a 7 inch touch screen display which is powered by the Snap Dragon Processor from Qualcomm. Runs on the magnificent Windows Mobile 6.5 and is actually pretty easy to use. The nice big 7 inch screen is nice to work with and this smartbook should be fun to use. $TBA.

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Fujitsu LifeBook P3010

Peg Leg Larry — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 07:34:26 +0000

Blurring the line between a netbook and a proper notebook computer are these latest line of laptops from Fujitsu. The LifeBook P3010 comes with an 11.6″ HD display, full-sized, spill-resistant keyboard, and Windows 7 OS all powered by a 1.60 GHz AMD Athlon Neo with 2GB of RAM. It also has an integrated webcam and mic as well as Bluetooth connectivity. If you’re an Intel guy, the LifeBook P3110 comes Pentium-powered. Both notebooks will arrive by mid-November of 2009. $550.

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HP Pavilion dv8-1000

Peg Leg Larry — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 06:49:53 +0000

Take your home entertainment anywhere with the latest offering from HP. The Pavilion dv8-1000 packs some serious entertainment punch for those on the go. Based on the latest Windows 7 OS, the machine runs on Intel’s Core i7 processor with up to 8GB of RAM. The big 18.4 inch display won’t give your eyes the strain it doesn’t need while you watch videos, view pictures, or watch your favorite programs on the built-in TV tuner. Two 320GB HDD keeps all your files while the built-in Blu-Ray ROM lets you watch those high-quality vids. HP also ships the dv8 with their first ‘green’ battery that will happily cycle over 1,000 times yet still deliver a like-new performance. ~$2000.

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Logitech Notebook Kit

One-eyed Willie — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 04:07:34 +0000

While laptops are great, if you are using yours at home, then the ergonomics of your working condition is probably not optimal. The Logitech Notebook Kit can help, by providing a wireless mouse and keyboard, and a holder for your laptop to keep the screen at eye level. $100.

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HP Envy Beats Limited Edition

One-eyed Willie — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 04:23:16 +0000

The HP Envy Beats Limited Edition is a new laptop that has been designed with the help of Dr. Dre along with Pharrell, Timbaland, and Will.I.Am. The design was approved by all of them, but the most important part, is that the software and audio programming has been finetuned by Dre, which might be why it has taken Detox so long to hit stores. $2,300.

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Gateway One ZX Series

Peg Leg Larry — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 05:14:58 +0000

Capitalizing on the latest features of Microsoft’s Windows 7 are these latest desktops from Gateway. The One ZX series will feature multitouch LCDs to maximize the new OS’s enhancements. Choose between the smaller-screened ZX4800 with a 20-inch monitor or the ZX6800 with a 23-inch monitor. The latter packs a 2.33GHz Core 2 Quad processor, 1 GB ATI Radeon graphics card, 8GB of RAM, and a 1TB HDD (or a 64 GB SSD). Also coming with the bundle are wireless peripherals like a keyboard and mouse, plus an integrated HD webcam, TV tuner, and built-in speakers. $750+.

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