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HP Announces EliteBooks With 32 Hours Of Battery Life; Refresh ProBook b and s Series

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Like a bunch of other manufacturers HP h6as followed suit by announcing a bunch of refreshed notebooks. The company has announced new EliteBooks and ProBooks. First up we'll talk about the new EliteBooks which include the 14-inch 8460p and the 15.6-inch 8560p. Just when you thought Lenovo set the bar high with a 30 hour battery life, these notebooks can actually get a large enough battery for a record-setting 32 hours on a single charge. That's absolutely insane. Specs for both of these include Intel Core i3 / i5 / i7 CPU options, up to 8GB of RAM, up to a 750GB HDD / 160GB SSD, Radeon HD 6470M GPU, and optional HSPA+ connectivity if that's your thing. These two notebooks will reportedly be available for $999 and $1,099, respectively, starting on March 15th.

That wasn't all they announced though, they were also quick to announce the new ProBook b and s series. Starting with the b series which is above, it'll come in three models: 13.3-inch (6360b), 14-inch (6460b), and 15.6-inch (6560b). The spec sheets for all of these notebooks are pretty much the exact same as the EliteBooks so you get Core 2011 CPU options, up to 8GB of RAM, up to a 750GB HDD / 160GB SSD, and optional HSPA+ connectivity. Unfortunately, only the two larger models will get options for the Radeon HD 6470M GPU.

The last series that the company announced is the s series. These notbeooks also pack pretty much the same spec sheet but for these ones there's no options for SSD storage or HSPA+ connectivity. Instead you get optional HSPA / dual-mode HSPA/EVDO connectivity. This one will come in four models: 13.3-inch (4330s), 14-inch (4430s), 15.6-inch (4530s), and 17.3-inch (4730s).

These will also all be available starting on March 15th; the b series starts at $799, while the s series starts at a more budget friendly $579.

HP Refreshes EliteBook With 32 Hours of Battery Life: Electronista
HP Announces New ProBook b and s series Notebooks: Electronista



Telus To Bring the Nokia C3-01 Touch and Type Handset To Canada

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It looks like Telus is getting ready to launch a new handset in the near future and it's going to be the Nokia C3-01 Touch and Type. This handset will be hitting the Canadian carrier in the near future but the price and exact release date is still unknown. This handset sports a 2.4-inch QVGA touchscreen display, WiFi / HSPA support, Facebook / Twitter integration, a 3.5mm headphone jack, an FM radio with RDS support, a 5MP camera, and a microSD card slot. Now we'll have to wait and see how long this takes to hit North of the border.

[Unwired View]

HTC Incredible S Now Up For Pre-Orders On O2 and Vodafone UK

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Mobiles.co.uk looks like they're now taking pre-orders for the Android based HTC Incredible S. You can choose between O2 and Vodafone and you can get it for free on a contract if you choose the right one. The website also mentions that it'll be shipping on March 3rd if you order one now. The decision is yours so just head over to the website if you're looking to pick one up.

[Unwired View]

HTC 7 Pro Likely To Hit Sprint Tomorrow As the HTC Arrive

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If you head to Sprint.com/arrive you'll be granted with the message you see above. Yup, Sprint is looking to launch the HTC Arrive tomorrow and that'll likely be the HTC 7 Pro. Sprint's own Twitter account has hinted that they're launching a Windows Phone 7 handset for a few days now and we know that HTC filed a trademark for the Arrive a few months ago. Now we just have to wait for the announcement which will be tomorrow.

[Engadget]

Full 13-Inch MacBook Pro Spec Sheet Leaks, Sporting Core i5 and Thunderbolt aka Light Peak

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fscklog and Mac4Ever (along with MacGeneration) are big on the leaks today. The first is coming from the picture above which actually leaks, pretty much, the full spec sheet of the upcoming 13-inch MacBook Pro. It says that the notebook with a dual-core Intel Core i5 2.3GHz CPU, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, a 320GB HDD, a 13.3-inch LED display with a 1,280 x 800 resolution, Intel HD 3000 graphics, a SuperDrive, an HD camera for FaceTime, WiFi 802.11n / Bluetooth 2.1 support, a backlit keyboard, an SDXC card slot, FireWire 800, and two USB 2.0 ports.

The leak above and Mac Generation are saying that the Light Peak implementation may actually be called Thunderbolt. Interesting. The photo below coming from Mac4Ever shows up a picture of the supposed 13-inch MacBook Pro that should launch tomorrow and, yes, it comes with a larger trackpad.

[Mac Rumors, Slash Gear]

Samsung Rumoured To Be Launching An 8.9-Inch Galaxy Tab Next Month

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A Korean news agency, Yonhap News, has just mentioned something quite interesting. Apparently, Samsung is getting ready to announce an 8.9-inch Galaxy Tab as soon as next month (March). What's unknown right now is the full spec sheet of said tablet and, more importantly, what version of Android it'll be running on. It will be an 8.9-inch variant but if they're going to try to compete with the LG G-Slate then they're going to have to put "Honeycomb" on it. Of course, if LG did it then Samsung can put "Honeycomb" on a smaller tablet as well. Cross your fingers.

[Techland]

WiFi-Only HTC Flyer Now Up For Pre-Orders In Germany

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A retailer I've actually never heard of before, Cyberport, is actually now taking pre-orders in Germany for the Android powered 7-inch HTC Flyer tablet. You can clearly see that this WiFi-only model will cost you €499 ($685 USD). The release date is unknown right now but we know the spec sheet because this tablet was made official at MWC which took place earlier this month.

The HTC Flyer features a 7-inch display with a 1,024 x 600 resolution, a 5MP camera, WiFi b/g/n / Bluetooth 3.0 support, a front-facing 1.3MP camera, 32GB of internal storage, a microSD card slot, a 1.5GHz single-core CPU, aGPS, and unfortunately just Android 2.4 with the Sense UI. It might be worth it if you don't have enough money for an Android "Honeycomb" based tablet.

[Slash Gear]

T-Mobile USA Releases the Samsung Galaxy S 4G For $199

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T-Mobile USA has just released their latest smartphone and it's the Samsung Galaxy S 4G which is a whole lot like the Vibrant but it comes with HSPA+ support and Android 2.2. Said handset is now available for $199.99 on a 2-year contract if you're interested. Other specs include a 1GHz Hummingbird CPU, a 5MP AF camera with an LED flash, a 4-inch Super AMOLED display, WiFi / Bluetooth support, and the Touchwiz UI. Check it out on T-Mobile.

[IntoMobile]

Intel Holding Light Peak Event On Thursday Signalling Apple Refresh; White MacBook To Die

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Intel has announced something that could be pretty great and it's a sign of the future - and also a sign that new Apple MacBooks and MacBook Pros could be refreshed with something big soon. Intel has announced that they're going to be holding an event for their Light Peak technology on Thursday of this week. This is also the same day where Apple is expected to refresh pretty much their whole notebook line-up. Everything will finally be cleared up on Thursday - which is actually tomorrow.

Update: According to Electronista, the white MacBooks may actually be dead after Thursday. The MacBook Air will satisfy the low-end consumer while the MacBook Pro will come in the standard 13, 15, and 17-inch models. Specs can't be confirmed right now but the 17-inch model may actually get a new Intel Core i7 CPU as a standard. Prices for these notebooks may actually be the same as they currently are but they'll be faster this time around. It seems like a pretty good move.

[Electronista]

Apple Holding An Event On March 2nd, Definitely For the Next iPad

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Coming from AllThingsD is word that Apple is just about ready to launch their iPad 2. The firm is reporting that Apple has an event planned for March 2nd which will be the grand unveiling of the next-generation iPad. Specs aren't confirmed yet but you can expect things to be better, faster, and thinner than the last model. Mark it on your calendars! We're also hearing that the next iPad could be available before the end of March.

Update: 9 to 5 Mac has just confirmed that Apple is now sending out invites and it's definitely for the next-generation iPad.

[IntoMobile]

Samsung (S3850) Corby II Hits the FCC, Good Enough For North America

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A mid-end Samsung handset just hit the FCC and it's the (S3850) Corby II. This handset that hit the FCC is actually suitable for North America so it could be launching there in the near future. Price and release date is unknown right now. We do know that this handset features a 3.2-inch display, a microSD card slot, WiFi / Bluetooth 2.1 support, and Stereo FM radio. Check it out at the FCC.

[Unwired View]

Dell Releases New XPS and XPS 17 Notebooks, It Could Replace My Desktop

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Sony and Lenovo has already refreshed a bunch of their notebooks earlier this week and it's now Dell's turn. The company just announced the new XPS and XPS 17 notebooks and they're pretty darn powerful. They both feature Intel "Sandy Bridge" or "Huron River" CPU options, Nvidia GT 540M (XPS 15) / GT 555M (XPS 17), up to 8GB / 16GB of RAM, and Windows 7. The XPS 17 actually also has an option for a 3D display if that's your thing. They'll be launching for $1,049 and $899, respectively; yes, the smaller one costs quite a bit more. Check it out on Dell.

[Engadget]

11.6-Inch Lenovo ThinkPad X120e Now Available For $399

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So much for that rumour. Lenovo has silenced everyone today by making the ThinkPad X120e now available for everyone to order. This 11.6-inch notebook is now available and it starts at $399. Said notebook packs a display with a 1,366 x 768 resolution, an AMD E-240 1.5GHz APU, AMD Radeon HD 6310 graphics, 2GB of DDR3 RAM, a 250GB HDD, WiFi b/g/n support, and a 3-cell battery. Of course, for beefier specs and a 6-cell battery you'll have to cough up about $90 extra but it could be worth it. Whenever you're ready, head over to the company's website and pick one up!

[Liliputing]

Wintek Supplying Apple With White iPhone 5 Parts?

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Coming from DigiTimes is a rumour about a white iPhone 5 launching - even though the white iPhone 4 has been heavily delayed and still isn't available. Interesting. Apparently, Wintek is supplying Apple white iPhone 5 touch panels . Well, there's really no way to confirm this until Apple announces the next iPhone which should be in June. Maybe they should focus on releasing the white iPhone 4 for now.

Verizon Launching the Motorola XOOM On February 24th For $599 On Contract and $799 Contract-Free

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Verizon has just announced exactly when the Motorola XOOM will be available - yes, it's finally official! The "Honeycomb" based tablet will be available on the carrier on February 24th  for $599.99 on a 2-year contract or for $799.99 contract-free which is a pretty reasonable price. Keep in mind that it'll cost you $20 monthly for 1GB of data and it'll be upgradeable to 4G (LTE) in Q2 of this year. Unfortunately, it won't be launching with Flash but it will be available "within a few weeks" as a free download. The WiFi-only XOOM is still nowhere to be found.

[Slash Gear]

24-Inch Sony VAIO L All-In-One PC Sports Multitouch Display and Bezel

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Sony has refreshed a bunch of their products today and it includes their new all-in-one PC, the VAIO L. This PC comes equipped with a 24-inch Full HD (1,920 x 1,080 resolution) multitouch display, Intel Core i5 / i7 CPU options, Nvidia GeForce GT 540M graphics, a Blu-ray drive, and even HDMI ports.

Underneath you'll also find up to 8GB of DDR3 RAM, up to 1TB of HDD storage, four USB ports (two USB 2.0 and two 3.0), WiFi b/g/n/ / Bluetooth 3.0 + HS support, and Windows 7. The monitor itself can also be a standalone display if you want and it'll look great with your PS3. The interesting part about this all-in-one from the company is that the bezel is also touchable. For example, if you touch the VAIO logo in the top left corner it'll make the Media Gallery pop up. Other parts of the bezel will allow you to zoom in, flick between windows, and even to launch an on-screen keyboard just in case you don't have a physical one ready. Now only if they could transfer some of that goodness into their smartphones. The price hasn't been announced but it'll be available in the end of March - early May in certain places of Europe.

Sony Refreshing VAIO S and C Series Notebooks With Intel Core 2011 CPUs

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Sony also refreshed a bunch of their notebooks including those in their VAIO S and C (CA and CB) Series. First up is the VAIO S ultraportable notebook which sports the same old 13-inch display with a 1,366 x 768 resolution. Specs for this one include Intel Core i5 CPU options, up to 4GB of DDR3 RAM, up to a 500GB HDD, WiFi 802.11n support, Radeon HD 6470M GPU, a backlit keyboard, a battery that will reportedly last 7 hours (or you can choose the secondary battery which will boost the battery life to 14 hours, and optional 3G support. Of course, with this one you get Windows 7 but Sony put on their Fast Boot technology so it'll cut the boot up time to half of what it would normally be. This will be available at the end of March.

Next up is the C Series which includes the VAIO CA and CB notebooks. These notebooks come in a variety of colours and even the touchpad will glow so that you'll be able to see it in the dark. Both of these notebooks will be sporting Intel Core i5 CPU options, Radeon HD 6630 graphics, 320GB of HDD storage, up to 4GB of RAM, Windows 7 Home Premium, Bluetooth support, four USB ports (three USB 2.0 and one 3.0), an HDMI output (with 3D support), and Blu-ray drives. These notebooks will be available at the end of March as well and it'll start at $799; pre-orders start on March 13th.