Rumors Next-gen Apple Macbooks include new design, glass trackpad

Part of the reason why the iPhone is so popular is because it has a fantastic glass touchscreen. In this way, it wouldn't take much for Apple to plunk that technology into the next-generation MacBook. That's the rumor swirling around on the Internet at the moment, but without any sort of substantial source, it's really hard to confirm.

What they're saying is that the trackpads on the upcoming redesigned MacBooks will be made of glass, feature multi-touch, and come with full support for gesture inputs. This kind of tech, aside from the glass thing, is already in play with devices like the MacBook Air. They also say that the exterior will be sculpted from a single sheet of aluminum.

Rounding out the rumor sheet are processor revisions based on Intel Centrino 2 and 16:9 aspect screens. This means that the Macs will be offered in 14" and 15.6" variants, rather than the 13.3" and 15.4" that you've got now. Look for a formal announcement in September. Maybe.

Pentax Optio E60 10-Megapixel Digital Camera announced

PENTAX Imaging Company has announced the PENTAX Optio E60 compact digital camera. With 10.1 megapixels, the PENTAX Optio E60 offers both new and experienced digital users beautiful high-resolution images and a variety of easy-to-use features at a budget price.

This latest member of the PENTAX Optio E series is newly equipped with an optical 3X zoom lens featuring a wide angle of view (equivalent to 32mm to 96mm in 35mm format) that is perfect for group shots in narrow settings, landscapes and architecture. In addition, the Optio E60 features a variety of modes including Auto Picture, Face Recognition, High Sensitivity Digital Shake Reduction, and a popular Green mode that sets exposure, sensitivity and other parameters with just a touch of a button for the newest of digital users.

The PENTAX Optio E60 also is a fine travel companion compatible with easy-to-find AA batteries, World Time and Date Imprint functions, and an Image Recovery function to retrieve accidentally-erased, once-in-a-lifetime pics.

The PENTAX Optio E60 will be available in a stylish black finish in October for under US $140.00.

High quality images

The Optio E60 features a 10.1 megapixel CCD sensor for maximum resolution in an easy to use camera.
With a high-performance PENTAX lens and a new image processing engine with improved performance, the Optio E60 delivers high quality images even when enlarged.

Wide angle 3X optical zoom lens

The PENTAX Optio E60 features a 3X optical zoom lens with a wide angle of view equivalent to 32mm to 96mm in 35mm format (compared with more conventional 37.5mm to 112.5mm equivalent models). This wider view improves image capture of landscapes as well as group photos in narrow spaces. In addition, the Optio E60 offers an Intelligent Zoom function that extends the zoom range without compromising the optical zoom’s image quality for high-magnification zoom photography at a maximum of approx. 17.1X.

Green mode for automated setup

The Optio E60 Green mode automates camera setup so even digital beginners may enjoy effortless photography. With a single press, the Green mode automatically sets exposure, sensitivity, and other parameters according to the shooting conditions. This function also is useful when other users take your picture or camera settings are lost.

DIGIX 8M webcam DC-800 to release

DIGIX released its 8-megapixel webcam 'DC-800' in Korea market. Equipped with a built-in high-sensitive microphone, the DC-800 supports automatic face-tracking function, built-in high-brightness LED and a snap button. No words on pricing yet.

Dell Studio Hybrid Mini PC

Dell has unveiled its Mac Mini rival, the Studio Hybrid desktop.

Dell is attempting to sell the Studio Hybrid on its eco-credentials. The company claims its small form factor desktop consumes 70% less power than a standard tower desktop, and that 95% of its packaging is recyclable.

The unit also comes with a system recycling kit which aims to make it easier to dispose of when users decided to upgrade.

Styling was also clearly on the minds of Dell's designers who claim the Studio Hybrid is 80% smaller than a standard tower desktop, and designed to be either stood vertically or lay down with users able to switch between six jewel-toned or bamboo covers.

To add to the "Green" appeal of the Studio Hybrid, packaging and printed documentation was greatly reduced and is 95% recyclable. A system recycling kit is also included. The Dell Studio Hybrid PCs start at $499. The Dell site is not listing the Studio Hybrid for configuration yet - maybe later today the purchase option for the new Dell goes live

Quite whether there's enough inside the Studio Hybrid to make it an attractive living-room proposition, however, really will depend on the user. Alongside a mobile Penryn T8100 processor, the Hybrid features a slot-loading DVD burner, optional Blu-ray drive, HDMI port, 250GB or 320GB hard drive, Firewire port, digital audio-out port, an 8-in-1 media card reader, 2GB RAM, and Intel Mobile 965 integrated graphics.

Nokia ties up with WWF (World Wildlife Fund) to Save the Tiger

Mobile handset maker Nokia today joined hands with World Wildlife Fund (WWF)-India, to support the latter's tiger conservation initiatives in the country.

Finnish-based mobile telephone giant Nokia has joined hands with the wildlife conservation organization, World Wide Fund for Nature, (WWF) to help conserve tigers in India.

Mr. D. Shivakumar, Vice President and Managing Director, Nokia India, said, "The tiger population in India has seen an alarming decrease due to shrinking forest cover, and increased poaching. We have joined hands to spread awareness about this important cause."

Moreover, the combined scheme would also discover alternative livelihood programmes for villagers residing around National Parks, particularly the Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan, which is well-known for its tigers.

Nokia would work with WWF with the intention to fortify sustainable and alternative livelihood programmes, to connect them with subsisting initiatives of other line departments of the Government of Rajasthan.


As part of this relationship, Nokia will work with WWF in the following areas around Ranthambore:

• To strengthen the existing community institutions and development of further institutions of the community to facilitate community empowerment
• To provide education for sustainable development and communication outreach to the school teachers and students, villagers-including men and women, civil society communities around the Park and the forest personnel.
• To strengthen sustainable and alternative livelihood programmes, to link them with existing schemes of other line departments of the Government of Rajasthan.

Samsung Mobile PC Q1U-CMXP

The Samsung Q1 Ultra offers more possibilities than you’ve imagined. Weighing just 1.5 lbs., the Q1 Ultra showcases an ultra-bright 7” display. Equipped with a split-QWERTY keypad, an Intel Ultra Mobile processor and high-capacity batteries, this ultra-portable is more than mobile—it’s downright versatile. Check your inbox, watch movies, play music, or update presentations.

Technical Information

• CPU: Intel Ultra Mobile Processor A110; 800MHz
• System Memory (RAM): 1GB
• Operating System: Windows XP Tablet
• LCD: 7"; 1024 x 600
• Hard Drive/Storage: 80GB
• Keyboard: Split-QWERTY
• Wireless Communications: 802.11b/g; Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR; HSDPA Cellular Modem (Compatible with the AT&T 3G network where service is available)
• Wired Communications: 10/100 BaseTX
• Security: AuthenTec Fingerprint Reader
• Camera(s): 300P - Video Chat (Front); 1.3MP - Video/Still (Rear)
• I/O Ports: 2-USB 2.0, 2-in-1 Memory Slot (SD/MMC), DB-15 pin External VGA Headphone Jack, RJ-45 Ethernet Jack, SIM Card Slot
• Standard Battery Life: 4.5 hours
• Dimensions: 8.96” (L) x 4.88” (H) x .93" (D)
• Warranty: 1 year