Google Chrome getting realtime alerts?

The browser battle rolls on, and we’ve just caught a glimpse of the latest weapon in Google Chrome’s arsenal: desktop alerts to ping you with updates to pages when you’re perusing other apps. Intrigued? Read on for what we know so far.

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MSI confirms touch netbook

We heard whispers that MSI had an Eee PC T91 rival in the pipeline, but now it’s got a name: the MSI Wind U150. Want to know what more about this tasty touchscreen netbook? Read on for what we know so far.

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Asus Eee PC 1000HE review

Another Asus Eee PC netbook! Actually this one’s good. Very good. Plus it’s had a complete redesign of previous Asus Eee designs, stuffing in a new keyboard so you won’t feel like a giant with big fat fingers when typing, a new Atom 1.66Ghz N280 processor and a VERY long battery. Read on for the low-down… …continue reading Asus Eee PC 1000HE review

Group test: Netbooks

When you talk about netbooks, you’re really after a few specific criteria: a laptop so small it won’t crush your thighs; a laptop that costs so little that it won’t rinse your bank account; and a laptop that’s so laden with features you wouldn’t know it was a netbook. …continue reading Group test: Netbooks

Is the Apple netbook coming soon?

This could be it folks. The much–vaunted Apple netbook is back as the hottest ingredient in the Cupertino rumour mill. New reports point to an October release for a touchscreen, netbook–style machine which you’ll be able to snag for $800 Stateside. Want to know more about the Apple netbook? You’d better hop in and keep reading.

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The F88: the joy of specs!

The F88 netbook isn’t your average pared down laptop. Stuffed with features you’d expect to find on a specced up lappie, it’s about as far as you can get from a bog standard Asus Eee PC. So what can you netbook mad techheads expect from the F88? And when will it land in your lap? Read on to find out.

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New Sony Vaio P this autumn

The Sony Vaio P is about to get a rejig, with a sharp new model making its way to minted gadget maniacs in October. That’s according to a Sony rep, who let slip the news at the launch of the Sony Vaio W netbook. So it seems that the Sony Vaio P isn’t dead after all.

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Ubisurfer netbook delivers free mobile internet

The Datawind Ubisurfer is a brand new netbook from the fellas behind the handy PocketSurfer internet device, and while on the spec sheet it doesn’t cut the mustard against the latest lil’ laptops from leading tech maestros, it’s got one edge: it comes with 30 hours of mobile internet access a month, for a whole year. Do one, direct debits!

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Sony VAIO W netbook unveiled

Having previously dismissed them out of hand, Sony has just shown off its new Sony Vaio W netbook. Crammed with the regulation tech – Intel Atom and 10.1-inch screen are both present and correct – it’s due to land here in August. Read on to find out what the Sony Vaio W netbook means for the super pricy Sony Vaio P now.

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Intel hints at Nokia netbook partnership

The rumoured Nokia netbook could be back on the cards, with reports that the Finnish phone company has paired up with Intel to use its higher power processors. Just what sort of mobile device could they be for, eh? …continue reading Intel hints at Nokia netbook partnership

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