Browse tag: netbook

Browse tag: netbook

Google's Chrome OS stands to make waves
Google's Chrome OS may be a year away from shipping, but the potent mixture of one of tech's most prominent companies and the mostly stagnant OS market is worth watching.
Hack brings 10.6.2 back to Atom processors
The latest Snow Leopard can now run on Atom processors, as long as you're willing to replace the kernel with an Internet download.
Google to provide update on Chrome OS
Google may make an announcement about Chrome OS this week.
OS X 10.6.2 update breaks Hackintosh netbooks
The latest update to Snow Leopard removes support for the Atom processor, putting an end to "hackintosh" netbooks -- at least for now.
The Macalope Weekly: You should see the other guy
Will Apple pick up marketshare from Windows 7's release or not? Either way, expect to see them dish out a whole new bowl of dings at Microsoft's expense. And Michael Dell says something sensible—The Macalope is shocked!
Microsoft Courier tablet prototype appears on Web
A prototype of a new tablet-like Microsoft device named Courier surfaced on the Web late Tuesday.
The Macalope Weekly: Lies, damned lies, and statistics
This week the Macalope considers the many types of lies, including, but not limited to, lies, damned lies, lies of omission, statistics, and, of course, advertising.
Survey: Asus, Apple provide most reliable PCs
Asus, Apple were the most reliable PC vendors in the U.S. during the second quarter, according to a PC reliability survey from Rescuecom.
Verizon offers free netbooks with BlackBerry Tour
Verizon Wireless is offering BlackBerry buyers any phone or data device free if it costs the same or less than the smartphone.
Frankenbook! Another look at hacked Mac netbooks
Rob Griffiths becomes the latest Macworld editor to dive into the world of OS X on a miniature Windows laptop. This time, it's a Dell Mini 10v, a slightly-larger version of the Dell Vostro A90.
Mac 911 and the summer vacation
Lessons learned during a recent summer vacation.
Opinion: Apple, Microsoft earnings tell different stories
Computerworld's Dan Turner contrasts Apple's recently quarterly earnings announcement with the bleaker news from Microsoft and finds that the results say a lot about how the two companies go about their business.
Opinion: Chrome OS may fail even as it changes computing forever
Google may not care if Chrome OS succeeds or fails, PC World’s Tom Spring says.
What Google's OS means for Apple
Despite some analysts' claims, Google's Chrome OS isn't a big threat to Apple. On the other hand, it has a shot at success in particular markets.
Netbook shipments to double this year, research says
Netbook shipments could double this year, while mainstream laptop shipments are expected to remain flat, according to DisplaySearch.
Analysis: Google Chrome OS shows limitations of Android
Google's decision to create a new Internet-centric OS for netbooks shows the limitations of the Android mobile OS for netbooks and raises questions about its future on those devices.
Google lists HP, Acer among Chrome OS partners
Google listed HP and Acer among the companies already developing devices for the Chrome OS.
The Macalope Weekly: Hold the liver
Forget 2012, the iPhone is going to single-handedly destroy the world. Well, if netbooks don't get to it first. And Apple reiterates its stance on naughty, naughty iPhone app content.
Gartner: Android an alternative to Windows in netbooks
Market-research frim Gartner says Android may be a good alternative to Windows 7 on mini-laptops.
The new faces of netbooks
Agam Shah of IDG News Service takes a closer look at how the netbook market is evolving given recent product announcements.
Computex attendance falls but Android dazzles
Devices based on Google's Android software stole the show at Computex, where attendance was down due to the global recession and Swine flu fears.
The Macalope Weekly: The WWDC/Pre show
Twas the week before WWDC took place at Moscone, and many expect Apple to roll out a brand new iPhone. And though it would seem the Palm Pre's ducks are all in a row, nothing quite explains Microsoft branding netbooks "loco."
BenQ plans Android smartphones, netbooks for 2010
The Taiwanese consumer electronics maker plans to launch a smartphone and a netbook running Google's Android operating system next year, a BenQ representative confirmed Thursday.
Microsoft to leave smartbooks to Google
Microsoft doesn't plan to offer a version of Windows for so-called "smartbooks," leaving the space open to Linux, Google's Android and other operating systems.
Opinion: Apple has squandered the gift that was Vista
PC World's Michael Scalisi thinks Apple missed an opportunity to win over converts put off by Microsoft Vista.
Intel pushes low-power chips for sleeker laptops
Intel ships an ultra low-voltage processor for affordable ultrathin laptops.
Google keeps quiet on Android laptop plans
While two Android-based laptops debuted ahead of the Computex exhibition, Google declined to comment on whether its working on adapting Andorid for laptops.
E-reader screens coming for netbooks
Screen start-up Pixel Qi is showing off its first 10.1-inch screen for netbooks at Computex next week.
The Macalope Weekly: The waiting is the hardest part
Apple and Microsoft: two great tastes that taste great together? Also this week, has Microsoft topped Apple in the war of brands, and who better than mythical beast to talk about a mythical tablet?
AT&T to sell 3G netbooks across U.S.
AT&T plans to start selling netbooks nationwide in the U.S.