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Posts from the ‘Computers’ Category

1
Sep

Sony Set To Launch Music and Video Download Service!

Sony is set to launch a new music and video download service linking a range of its devices. It is doing so to challenge to Apple’s dominance in the market. I have heard rumors that the announcement is set to be made soon at the IFA technology show in Berlin on Wednesday. Not coincidentally, the announcement is being made on the same day as Apple is set to have their own media event in the USA. Read moreRead more

26
Aug

Will Tablets Make Laptops Obsolete?


I have heard the rumours and even thought about it myself. Will tablet computers eventually make laptops obsolete?

People think that tablets are going to eventually have the abilities of full on computers. There is expected to be a variety of tablet computers launched in the next five years ranging from $300 to $1,000. The Apple iPad is currently available and ranges in price from $499 to $829 (US). Read moreRead more

25
Aug

Samsung Galaxy Tablet Teaser!


Samsung is slowly releasing details about its upcoming tablet.

On Tuesday, Samsung released a brief video showing some of the features of the “Galaxy Tab”. See the end of the article for the video. Read moreRead more

21
Aug

Apple Macbook Pro Hard Drive Upgrade

The big dilemma for all of us Macbook Pro users out there with older machines is usually the size of the hard drive.  One can opt for going into their neighbourhood Apple store and have them install an “APPLE APPOVED” hard drive, or if you are adventurous do it yourself.  Unlike other computers where there is a removable tray that slides out the Macbook Pro’s hard drive is hidden underneath the back cover.  My test unit is a 2009 model 13″ Macbook Pro that has 10 tiny screws.  There are 3 13.5 mm Philips screws and 7 3.0mm. Philips screws.  Just go to your local hardware store and pickup a tiny Philips screw driver and you are ready to start. Read moreRead more