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News & Opinion
15" MacBook Pro Tops '10 Best Laptops' List
Digital Trends' Dena Cassella picks the ten best laptops of 2009,
and topping the list is the 15" MacBook Pro.
Cassella offers the boilerplate caveat that "Macs aren't for
everyone," but says that for those of us who adore Apple's products the
new MacBook Pros are sturdy and stylish machines, although being Macs,
they're of course "rather pricey."
Link:
The 10 Best Laptops from Apple, Dell, HP and More
I3A Warns Holiday Air Travelers to Keep Lithium
Batteries Out of Checked Bags
PR: Air travelers will again encounter strict enforcement of
regulations on flying with lithium batteries this holiday season,
according to the International Imaging Industry Association (I3A), the
leading global association for the imaging industry.
Loose lithium batteries - both the primary lithium digital camera
batteries and the lithium-ion types that power laptop computers, plus
some AA batteries - have been prohibited in US checked baggage since
January 1, 2008 due to their extreme flammability; elsewhere in the
world, regulations may be even more stringent. I3A recommends
transporting any spare lithium batteries in carryon baggage
only, for safety's sake and to avoid possible confiscation of
items from checked baggage. Additional pointers and information can be
found on the US Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) website.
"In my travels to international standards meetings in various parts
of the world this year, I have been reminded by TSA inspectors and
airline personnel to remove all lithium batteries from my
checked baggage," says I3A Standards Director James Peyton. "These
warnings occurred at airports in North America, Asia, and Europe."
Keeping Holiday Memories Safe in Transit
I3A also offers travelers advice on making sure that the precious
holiday memories they capture on film, including single-use film
cameras, or digital media arrive at home safely after passing through
security scanners. In general, digital media need no special handling,
while film should be treated carefully.
These recommendations are the result of research conducted by I3A's
Integrity in Transportation of Imaging Products (ITIP) committee
jointly with the TSA on the X-ray machines and scanners used to inspect
checked baggage and carryon items. Test specifications and results
details are available online. After receiving recent
reports of damage to printed circuit board film, ITIP is now organizing
tests of new equipment used in US customs inspection, in order to
identify potential sources of damage to commercial imaging products and
plan a damage prevention program for products entering the United
States.
Summary of I3A's Advice
- Lithium batteries - safe inside their devices in carryon bags;
spare batteries also safe in carryons if activation prevented;
not allowed in checked baggage
- Digital cameras/media/camera phones - safe in carryon or checked
baggage
- DVDs and DVD players - safe in carryon or checked baggage (but save
your work in progress first)
- Low-speed color film, exposed or unexposed - not safe in
checked baggage; ask for hand inspection if the film has had
five previous trips through scanners, otherwise safe in carryons
- High-speed (greater than ISO 800) color film - not safe in
either checked or carryon baggage; always ask for hand
inspection
- Black-and-white film, any speed, exposed or unexposed - not
safe in either checked or carryon baggage; always ask for
hand inspection
- Motion picture film, exposed or unexposed - not safe in
either checked or carryon baggage; always ask for hand
inspection
- After holiday trips, preserve digital images for long-term
enjoyment of precious memories by following the steps at I3A's
educational website savemymemories.org
Information about I3A can be found online or by phone at +1
914-285-4933.
For information on joining I3A, please contact Noel Mareno,
noelm(at)i3a(dot)org, +1 214 244-1927
Link: I3A
How to Replace a MacBook Screen
The Wired How-to Wiki says:
"These days, your laptop is your work station, your play station,
and occasionally your best friend. However, it doesn't cost $700 to fix
your best friend's face if you drop a book on it.
"If you've damaged your MacBook's screen, the repair isn't covered
by warranty, and having it replaced by an Apple technician costs about
two-thirds of the price of a new laptop. Here's how to execute a quick
repair on the cheap...."
Link: How to Replace a
MacBook Screen
Paper Battery Said to Outperform Lithium Ion
EE Times' R. Colin Johnson reports:
"A paper battery based on carbon nanotubes and silver nanowires
could store an electric charge in a mobile device. Researchers also
claim the new battery is disposable and that its shape could conform to
the shape of different devices....
"In tests, the Standford researchers were able to charge and
discharge the paper battery up to 40,000 times, a 10-fold increase over
conventional lithium-ion batteries."
Link:
Paper Battery Said to Outperform Lithium Ion
Tech Trends
Acer Revs Up the Holiday Season with 11.6" Ferrari
One Notebook
Editor's note: It's always interesting to see what the competition
is up to, especially top-end notebooks smaller than the 13.3" MacBook.
The new 11.6" Ferrari One is netbook-like in size, but has the kind of
dual-core power that puts single-core, Atom-powered netbooks to shame.
Like the MacBook Air and netbooks, there's no built-in optical drive.
If only Apple would offer something in this size range....
dk
PR: Acer America, part of the world's second largest PC
vendor, debuts the new Ferrari One notebook PC to US customers. An Acer
exclusive, the Ferrari One is a full-featured, 11.6" notebook PC
utilizing the same exquisite details and performance features
celebrated by Scudetto Ferrari, the world's most prestigious racing
team.
Racing Performance in a Notebook PC
In the true spirit of the Ferrari racing team, the Ferrari One
notebook combines performance and extreme portability. Fueled by VISION
technology from AMD, the notebook delivers highly responsive, balanced
multitasking performance via the AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 dual-core
processor with low-power CPU designed for long-lasting battery power.
ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 Graphics provides high-definition visual
quality coupled with up to 4 GB of DDR2 667 MHz system memory to
drive digital and multimedia features and other demanding applications
with ease. The Ferrari One comes equipped with Windows 7 Home Premium
and 250 GB hard drive.
Along with its 11.6" HD widescreen display, the Ferrari One notebook
features a sleek, ultraportable design, measuring about one inch thin
and weighing only 3.31 pounds. The look and feel of Formula 1 racing is
shown throughout the notebook's detailed design, including the
checkered palm rest extending into a comfortable full-size keyboard,
the metallic LED-lit power button and yellow prancing horse emblem that
perfectly complements the notebook's red cover. Ferrari enthusiasts
will also note the tire-shape grips underneath the notebook's body,
racing-inspired wallpaper and calendar, as well as a quick access key
to Ferrari.com.
The notebook features enhanced stereo speakers and Dolby Home
Theater Audio Enhancement, which deliver vibrant surround sound and
bass effects to bring a true cinema-style experience to movies, music
and casual games.
The Ferrari One notebook's integrated 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N wireless
technology and Gigabit LAN facilitates smooth and trouble-free emailing
and web browsing. The Acer Crystal Eye webcam and Video Conference
solution enables high-quality video chats and VoIP with friends, family
and work associates, even in noisy environments. The notebook's
Ferrari-engraved Multi-Gesture Touchpad lets users pinch, flick and
swirl fingers on the touchpad for intuitive navigation. It also allows
users to scroll, zoom in and out and flip through web pages, photos,
spreadsheets and more.
"Both Acer and Ferrari have a tradition of designing products built on
passion, innovation and performance," said Chris White, senior director
of US business management for Acer America. "The new Ferrari One
notebook blends the ideas of racing and technology into a superior PC
product."
Acer Ferrari One FO200-1799 Notebook Specifications
- AMD Athlon 64 X2 dual-core processor L310 (1.20 GHz, 1 MB L2 cache,
800 MHz FSB)
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
- 11.6" HD Widescreen CineCrystal LED-backlit Display
- AMD M780G Chipset
- ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3200 Graphics
- 4096 MB DDR2 Dual-Channel Memory
- 250 GB 5400 RPM SATA Hard Drive
- Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader
- Acer InviLink™ 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N WiFi CERTIFIED
- Integrated Acer Crystal Eye Webcam
- Two built-in stereo speakers
- 3rd Generation Dolby Home Theater audio enhancement
- Full-size Acer FineTip Keyboard
- Multi-Gesture Touchpad supporting circular-motion scrolling,
pinch-action zoom and page flip
- 3 - USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 - VGA port
- 6-cell Li-ion Battery (5600 mAh), up to 5-hour battery life2
- 3.31 lb. (system unit only)
- 11.2 x 8.03 x 0.9/1.2 inches
The Acer Ferrari One FO200-1799 notebook is available now via Acer's
authorized resellers and at major retailers nationwide, with prices
beginning at $599.99. The Ferrari One comes with a one-year limited
warranty.
Products & Services
LaCie Rikiki External Hard Drive: The Smallest of
Its Species
PR: LaCie has introduced what it claims to be the most
compact 2.5" hard drive on the market - LaCie Rikiki, in metal.
Measuring just a mere 110cm3, its sophisticated form factor
holds up to 640 GB of media that you won't mind storing in a pocket or
purse.
Encased in brushed, sturdy aluminum, the LaCie Rikiki (which
means tiny in French) represents a resilient aesthetic that
protects your media from everyday blunders and unwelcome fingerprints.
Its lightweight design makes it a perfect companion for keeping your
digital world close at hand.
"We are part of a generation that wants more from our electronics,
but in the smallest form factor possible, and with a competitive
price," says Anne-Sophie Marchand, Consumer Product Manager. "With the
LaCie Rikiki, we have done just that by fitting high-performance and
high-capacity in the palm of your hand, for under $100."
Leveraging the versatile USB 2.0 interface, the LaCie Rikiki is
instantly compatible with your Mac or PC. Just plug it in and you're
ready to store and share your favorite media with high-speed
performance. LaCie Rikiki also offers USB Boost software for enhancing
speeds up to 33% (Windows only).
LaCie Rikiki also comes with a simplified software suite - for quick
setup and easy-to-use backup management - enabling complete
configuration in just a few clicks. The LaCie Rikiki is an all-in-one
solution for storage mobility.
The LaCie Rikiki will be available in 250 GB, 500 GB, and 640
GB capacities through the LaCie Online Store, LaCie Reseller+, and
LaCie Corner, starting at the suggested retail price of $74.99
(excluding VAT).
- Capacity: 250 GB
- Interface: USB 2.0
- Interface Transfer Rate: Up to 480 Mbits/s (60 MB/s)
- Size: 109.7 x 75 x 13.4 mm / 4.3 x 2.9 x .5 in.
- Weight: 158 g / 5.57 oz.
System Requirements :
- Computer with a USB 2.0 port
- Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6
- Minimum free disk space: 600 MB recommended
Box Content :
- LaCie Rikiki
- USB 2.0 cable
Warranty: 2-Year Limited Warranty
Price
- 250 GB, $74.99
- 500 GB, $109.99
- 640 GB, $149.99
Link: LaCie
Rikiki
Seagate Announces Thinner Laptop Hard Drives
PR: Seagate Momentus Thin Laptop Hard Drives deliver slim
size with a big byte: The world's first 7mm, 2.5" form factor drive
created for slim computing designs.
Seagate integrators and OEM customers are faced with an increasing
demand for thinner yet fully functional mainstream laptop computing
solutions. Until recently, the only option for these thinner solutions
revolved around high-priced, slow performing 1.8" drives and
high-priced, fast solid state drives. Because both storage types were
costly options, system designers had no choice but to build thinner
chassis only for their high-end lines. Enter Seagate ingenuity.
Realizing that the dilemma our customers faced was the lack of
affordable thin storage for entry-level to mainstream laptops, high-end
netbooks and thin ultraportables, Seagate designed a drive that could
leverage current laptop drives in both material and product design.
This successful initiative resulted in the design of the Seagate
Momentus®Thin drive, the world's first 7mm, 2.5" form factor
drive.
The new 7mm drive is a reduced-height platform that still spins at
the industry norm of 5400 RPM with 8 MB of cache, and with two
capacity points - 250 GB and 160 GB. These sizes align with the
sweet-spot capacity points our customers are looking for in a fully
functional laptop system today. And although the special design
requires code and some component changes, it leverages Seagate
expertise to deliver a much more affordable solution for thinner laptop
computing needs.
Key Features and Benefits
- Thin 7mm profile for slim laptop designs
- 250 GB and 160 GB capacity options for fully functional
computing
- 8 MB cache, 5400-RPM spin speed delivers comprehensive
performance
Key Advantages
- Designed to bring affordable thin drives to all standards of
laptops and netbooks
- Leverages 2.5" design knowledge and expertise
Specifications
- Interface: SATA 3Gb/s
- Cache: 8 MB
- Capacity: 250 GB
- Physical
- Height (max): 7.0 mm (0.276 inches)
- Width (max): 70.10 mm (2.76 inches)
- Length (max): 100.55 mm (3.959 inches)
- Weight (typical): 92 grams (.203 pounds)
- Performance
- Spindle Speed: 5400 rpm
- Average latency: 5.6 msec
- Random read seek time: 14 msec
- Reliability
- Annual Failure Rate: 0.48
- Unrecoverable read errors: 1 in 1014
- Power
- 5V start max current: 1.0 amps
- Average idle current: 0.58 watts
- Average seek power: 1.54 watts
- Environment
- Ambient Temperature
- Operating: 0 to 60° C
- Nonoperating: -40 to 70° C
- Maximum operating temperature change: 20° C per hour
- Maximum nonoperating temperature change: 35° C per hour
- Shock
- Operating Shock (max): 350 Gs null 2 msec
- Nonoperating Shock (max): 1000 Gs null 1 msec
- Acoustics
- Acoustics (Idle Volume): 2.4 bels
- Acoustics (Seek Volume): 2.5 bels
For more information, visit seagate.com or call 1-800-SEAGATE
(1-800-732-4283)
Link: Momentus
Thin Laptop Hard Drives
Toshiba Launches Highest Density Embedded NAND
Flash Memory Modules
PR: Toshiba Corporation has announced the launch of a 64 GB
embedded NAND flash memory module, the highest capacity yet achieved in
the industry. The chip is the flagship device in a new lineup of six
embedded NAND flash memory modules that offer full compliance with the
latest e•MMC™ standard, and that are designed for
application in a wide range of digital consumer products, including
smartphones, mobile phones, netbooks and digital video cameras. Samples
of the 64 GB module are available now, and mass production will start
in the first quarter of 2010.
The new 64 GB embedded device combines sixteen 32
Gbit (equal to 4 GB) NAND chips fabricated with Toshiba's
cutting-edge 32nm process technology, and also integrates a dedicated
controller. Toshiba is the first company to succeed in combining
sixteen 32 Gbit NAND chips, and applied advanced chip thinning and
layering technologies to realize individual chips that are only 30
micrometers thick. Full compliance with the JEDEC/MMCA Version
4.4(V4.4) standard for embedded MultiMediaCards supports standard
interfacing and simplified embedding in products, reducing development
burdens on product manufacturers.
Toshiba offers a comprehensive lineup of single-package embedded
NAND Flash memories in densities ranging from 2 GB to 64 GB. All
integrate a controller to manage basic control functions for NAND
applications, and are compatible with the latest e•MMC standard
and its new features, including defining multiple storage areas and
enhanced security features.
Demand continues to grow for embedded memories with a controller
function that minimizes development requirements and eases integration
into system designs. Toshiba has established itself as an innovator in
this key area. The company was first to announce a 32 GB e•MMC
compliant device, and is now reinforcing its leadership by being first
to market with a 64 GB generation module.
Key Features
- The JEDEC/MMCA V4.4 compliant interface handles essential
functions, including writing block management, error correction and
driver software. It simplifies system development, allowing
manufacturers to minimize development costs and speed up time to market
for new and upgraded products.
- A wide product lineup supports capacities from 2 to 64 GB. The
high-capacity 64 GB embedded devices can record up to 1,070 hours of
music at a 128 Kbps bit rate, 8.3 hours of full spec high definition
video and 19.2 hours of standard definition video(3).
- The 64 GB device stacks sixteen 32 Gbit chips fabricated with
leading-edge 32nm process technology. Application of advanced chip
thinning, layering and wire bonding technologies allowed Toshiba to
achieve individual chips only 30 micrometers thick, and to layer and
bond them in a small package. The result is the highest density
embedded NAND flash memory module in the industry.
- The new 64 GB product is sealed in a small FBGA package which is
D14 x W18 x H1.4mm and has a signal layout compliant with the
JEDEC/MMCA V4.4.
The internal structure of the 64 GB module.
Specifications
- e•MMC
- Interface - JEDEC/MMCA V4.4 standard HS-MMC interface
- Power Supply Voltage - 2.7V to 3.6V (memory core); 1.65V to 1.95V /
2.7V to 3.6V (interface)
- Bus width - x1, x4, x8
- Write Speed
- Target 20 MB per sec. (Sequential/Interleave Mode)
- Target 9 MB per sec. (Sequential/No Interleave Mode)*
- Read Speed
- Target 37 MB per sec. (Sequential Mode/Interleave Mode)
- Target 22 MB per sec. (Sequential/No Interleave Mode)*
- Temperature range -25° to +85° Celsius
- Package - 153Ball FBGA (+16 support balls)
* Available only for THGBM2G5D1FBAI9 and THGBM2G4D1FBAI8.
NuPower MacBook & MacBook Pro Batteries
PR: NewerTech Introduces NuPower highest capacity replacement
batteries for Apple MacBook 13", MacBook Pro 15" and MacBook Pro 17"
computers - Up to 10% capacity increase over factory original battery
for the longest runtimes available on the market
Newer Technology, Inc. (NewerTech http://www.newertech.com )
announced today four new NuPower(r) High Capacity Replacement Batteries
for Apple 13.3" MacBook, MacBook Pro 15", and MacBook Pro 17"
non-Unibody notebook computers with up to 10% greater capacity over the
factory original batteries for the longest runtimes available on the
market.
Longer Run Times and Lifetime Usage
NewerTech NuPower High Capacity Li-Ion Replacement Batteries use top
tier cells and are designed, engineered, and manufactured to deliver
the highest run times available. As a result, MacBook and MacBook Pro
users can now listen to more music, watch more videos, and/or get more
work done between recharges. In addition to providing longer run times,
NuPower batteries are also built to last longer so they can deliver
more use cycles before a replacement is needed.
NuPower High Capacity Replacement Batteries For 2006-2008
(non-Unibody) MacBook & MacBook Pro notebook computers include:
- NuPower 60 Watt-Hour Battery for 13.3" MacBook Black models. Up to
10% greater capacity vs. factory battery. $99
- NuPower 60 Watt-Hour Battery for 13.3" MacBook White models. Up to
10% greater capacity vs. factory battery. $99
- NuPower 62 Watt-Hour Battery for 15" MacBook Pro models. Up to
3.25% greater capacity vs. factory battery. $99
- NuPower 71 Watt-Hour Battery for 17" MacBook Pro models. Up to 4.5%
greater capacity vs. factory battery. $99
NuPower - Makes Macs Better Than New
NewerTech NuPower high capacity replacement batteries are available
for every iBook and PowerBook model produced from 1998 to 2006
including G3 PowerBooks with up to 62% more capacity, G4 PowerBooks
with up to 48% more capacity, and iBooks with up to 64.5% more
capacity. A One Year NewerTech Warranty is included with all NuPower
replacement batteries.
"We're very pleased to begin offering NuPower high capacity
replacement batteries to MacBook and MacBook Pro owners," says Grant
Dahlke, Brand Manager, NewerTech. "Whether needing to replace an older
battery with diminished capacity or wanting a convenient spare for
power backup, NuPower is a Plug and Play upgrade than can make a
MacBook or MacBook Pro better than new."
The entire NewerTech NuPower line of replacement batteries for Mac
notebooks is available immediately from NewerTech's exclusive
distributor, Other World
Computing (OWC), as well as through the retail channel.
Link: NuPower MacBook &
MacBook Pro Batteries
QuickerTek Upgrades Wireless Networking Antennae
for All MacBooks
PR: All MacBooks and MacBook Pros get triple the wireless
Range
QuickerTek now upgrades the wireless networking for all MacBooks and
MacBook Pros, including the latest crop of Apple unibody MacBooks and
MacBook Pro laptops. The MacBook/MacBook Pro Antenna Upgrade wireless
upgrade provides a performance improvement that cannot be found in
other antenna products in the $49.95 price range.
This antenna upgrade attaches to the internal Apple AirPort
networking card, moving the antenna up and out of the MacBook case.
Alone this simple change makes a world of difference in wireless
performance. However, QuickerTek also adds a more powerful 5dBi
antenna, which again, boosts the wireless range and speed.
There are no changes or additional software to use, so your MacBook
works the same before and after the upgrade is installed. The removable
antenna clips to the screen of the MacBook. The antenna cable attaches
to the internal Apple AirPort card, passing through either the security
slot or the ExpressCard slot - depending on the MacBook/MacBook Pro. A
detailed installation manual and all the tools required are included
with the product.
The MacBook/MacBook Pro Antenna Upgrade is designed for the unibody
MacBook 13-inch, 15-inch and 17-inch models including the 1st, 2nd and
3rd generation laptops. That's all MacBooks and MacBook Pro models. It
also works with all Apple AirPort Base Stations, all 802.11 a/b/g/n
wireless access points from Belkin, Cisco, dLink and most others as
well. Compatibility includes wireless devices in the 2.4 GHz and 5.8
GHz ranges - which covers most any wireless network users are likely to
encounter when going mobile.
Like most QuickerTek products, the MacBook/MacBook Pro Antenna
Upgrade is backed with a one-year warranty on parts and labor.
QuickerTek has been a recognized leading innovator of power
products, antennas and RF products for Apple Power Macintosh, Mac Pro,
iMac PPC and Intel, PowerBook, MacBook and MacBook Pro computers.
QuickerTek products can be purchased online at quickertek.com and from
authorized
dealers.
Link: MacBook/MacBook Pro Antenna
Upgrade
Skydda Design Introduces the BambooBook Case for
MacBook Pro
PR:
Florida-based Skydda Design introduces the BambooBook, their new
premium quality case for 13" MacBook Pro computers. A unique
combination of beauty and function, the BambooBook is manufactured of
exotic bamboo and lined with plush, padded suede fabric. Its brushed
metal hardware and contoured shape perfectly complement the fine
aesthetics of the MacBook Pro.
Finally, a case to transport and protect every MacBook that is it's
equal in elegance and design. Like the MacBook Pro, the BambooBook is a
marvel of fine craftsmanship and innovative engineering. Measuring just
1-5/8" x 14-3/8" x 11", this streamlined case is not much larger than
most of today's laptops. As Apple sets itself apart as the most
progressive manufacturer of computers in the world, the MacBook Pro has
become the laptop of choice for discerning computer users. The
BambooBook aims to be its perfect match.
Thanks to the
BambooBook's innovative design, users will have full operation of their
MacBook Pro without having to remove it from the case. Just set it down
anywhere, open the lid and it's ready to go. Plug in the computer's AC
adaptor and even access the USB port while working within the case. To
protect the BambooBook's polished hardwood finish, the case ships with
a stylish, formfitting vinyl cover. The cover zips around each side of
the case up to the handle for easy access, and even has a pocket to
conveniently store the AC adaptor, iPhone and other accessories.
Feature Highlights:
- Custom made to fit and aesthetically match the MacBook Pro 13"
- Hardwood case provides maximum protection for the MacBook
- Option to use the computer without having to remove it from the
case
- Premium bamboo exterior and plush, suede fabric interior
- Comfort-grip handle with steel expansion inserts
- Formfitting cover to protect the case and carry accessories
- Environmentally friendly product
"High-tech electronics and quality hardwoods have been combined in
luxury automobiles for years. We thought Apple Computer's sleek, new
MacBook Pro deserved the same treatment," said Charles Hodgson,
cofounder of Florida based Skydda Design. "And for those who take the
word "laptop" literally, you'll just love how cool and comfortably the
BambooBook sits on your lap. Imagine the convenience of working on your
computer right inside its case. Whether you're waiting to board a
flight or sipping a cup of coffee at your local Starbucks, just open
the BambooBook, lift the lid of your MacBook Pro, and voilà!
Your computer is ready to use. This unique feature sets the BambooBook
apart from every other computer case on the market."
The BambooBook's
hardwood exterior and padded interior provide maximum protection. Drop
tests from a height of five feet onto a stone floor resulted in minor
bruises to the BambooBook, whereas the MacBook Pro was free from any
damage. It's the best insurance for the protection of every MacBook Pro
owner. Extensive testing revealed that the MacBook Pro does not run
hot, even after continuous use in the BambooBook, so users don't have
to worry about their computer overheating. And, no more sweaty thighs.
The BambooBook feels cool, comfortable and secure on the lap.
Technical Specifications:
- Height: 1-5/8 inches
- Width: 14-3/8 inches
- Depth: 11 inches
- Weight: 3 lb 7 ounces
Unlike other hardwoods that take several decades to reach maturity,
bamboo matures in three years, regenerates without need for replanting
and requires minimal fertilization or pesticides. What's more, bamboo
has a warm, attractive grain that is harder than maple yet 30% lighter.
Protect the environment and do it in style - Go green with a BambooBook
from Skydda Design.
The BambooBook is currently offered at the introductory price of
only $149. To celebrate the launch of the BambooBook, Skydda Design is
also offering an additional $20 off for a limited time. Please enter
coupon code: "skydda20" when purchasing. This offer is valid until
12/31/09.
Link: BambooBook
Speck Hard Shell Cases for White Unibody
MacBook
PR: Add a splash of color to your MacBook (new white
unibody polycarbonate model) with Speck's SeeThru hard shell cases.
Available in clear and pink and red, our road-tested, translucent cases
stand out vibrantly in the sea of sameness. Device-specific engineering
makes for a custom fit and highlights the look of your new MacBook.
This hard shell will fit like a glove on your MacBook 13" (new
unibody, white polycarbonate model.) It will not fit on older
white MacBooks or any MacBook Pro.
New Unibody MacBooks ventilate through the keyboard. SeeThru cases
cause no change in temperature.
Made of a special blend of hard polycarbonate plastic provides
sturdy protection for your notebook and a shiny, colorful look.
Design lets you open and close your notebook all the way and access
all keys, sensors, ports, plugs and buttons through
specifically-engineered cutouts.
Features:
- Great hard shell protection
- Totally removable, easy to put on and take off
- Built-in rubberized feet keep your notebook secure
- Design lets you open/close your MacBook all the way
- Access to all ports and drive
- Includes cleaning cloth
- Fits 13" MacBook (new unibody white polycarbonate)
Specs:
- Length: 13.063 inches
- Width: 9.188 inches
- Height: 1.315 inches
- Weight: 1 lb. 3.0 oz.
Colors: Clear, Pink, Red
Price: $49.95
Link:
Speck Hard Shell MacBook Cases
Speck SeeThru Satin Covers for White Unibody
MacBook
PR: Silky-soft to the touch with the same protection as
Speck's trusted SeeThru line; check out SeeThru Satin. Give your
MacBook (new, unibody white polycarbonate model) a smooth,
semi-translucent, frosted finish with a grippy edge. Available in
purple, red and black, our road-tested cases stand out vibrantly in the
sea of sameness. Allows you access to all your important plugs and
drives while highlighting the look of your new MacBook.
Features:
- Smooth yet grippy rubberized exterior texture
- Allows MacBook to be open all the way
- Totally removable - easy to put on and take off
- Built-in rubberized feet keep your notebook stable and secure
- Cleaning cloth included
- Access to all ports and CD/DVD drive
- Fits 13" MacBook (new unibody white polycarbonate)
This hard shell will fit like a glove on a MacBook (new, white
polycarbonate unibody model only!) It will not fit on older
white MacBooks or on any MacBook Pro.
New Unibody MacBooks ventilate through the keyboard. SeeThru cases
cause no change in temperature.
SeeThru Satin is made of our special hard polycarbonate plastic with
an added soft-touch rubberized exterior coating to give it it's silky
and grippy feel.
The design lets you open and close your notebook all the way and
access all keys, sensors, ports, plugs and buttons through
specifically-engineered cutouts.
Installing the SeeThru Satin case on your MacBook is simple and
easy. First, gently dust off your MacBook before putting on your new
SeeThru Satin. Close your MacBook and place the bottom shell on a table
or hard surface. Press your notebook gently down into the shell until
it snaps into the small tabs. Next, take the top shell and press it
evenly down onto the top of your MacBook, applying pressure to the
corners until it snaps snugly into place. To remove, pull the small
tabs away from your notebook. If you are experiencing any difficulty,
simply slip a credit card in the slot between your case and MacBook and
pop off the tabs. Speck recommends removing the case periodically to
dust or clean your MacBook.
Specs:
- Length: 13.063 inches
- Width: 1.36 inches
- Height: 9.188 inches
- Weight: 1 lb. 3.0 oz.
Colors: Black, Red, Purple
Price: $49.95
Link:
Speck SeeThru Satin Covers for White Unibody MacBook
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