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Ultra flexible notebook [New Straits Time (Malaysia)](New Straits Time (Malaysia) Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) NOTEBOOKS do come in various form factors and sizes, and in recent times, we have started to see the shift to hybrid devices - namely those that can function as a tablet as well as a notebook, thanks to an extremely flexible hinge. The Acer Aspire R 13 convertible notebook boasts Acer's Ezel Aero hinge which enables the display to rotate into half a dozen different positions. Apart from that, it is able to play nice with the optional Acer Active Pen if you decide to pick up that accessory along the way. The Acer Aspire R 13 Series measures under 2.5cm in terms of thickness, and it tips the scales at slightly more than 1.5 kg. The Acer Ezel Aero hinge allows the 13.3-inch display to be rotated 180- degrees for it to function across different configurations. This allows one to be more productive on the move, and the patented dual- torque system hinge ensures the display remains stable and in place all the time. If you need to get some typing done on the Acer Aspire R 13, fret not as in notebook mode, there is a precise and spacious keyboard which delivers maximum productivity. In Ezel mode, the display will be drawn close for convenient reading and web browsing, while Stand mode makes it a snap for you to draw a flowchart, jot down notes, and brainstorm ideas or even edit some artwork. Pad mode is pretty selfexplanatory, where the Acer Aspire R 13 will then function as a tablet, while Tent mode comes in handy whenever you would want to watch a video without having to use your hands to prop up the device. The display comes in a choice of WQHD (2560 x 1440) or full high- definition (1920 x 1080), depending on your budget, and it runs on a choice of Intel Core i5 or i7 processors, carry up to a 1TB Solid State Drive with RAID-0 support, and a maximum of 8GB RA. Expect the Acer Aspire R 13 to arrive later this year with a USD899.99 (RM2,878) price tag. www.acer.com STYLISH BLUETOOTH SPEAKER JUST in case you want to spruce up your home with a brand new speaker but do not really know where to start, perhaps the Soundfreaq Double Spot home speaker is worth considering. Soundfreaq is an old hand when it comes to rolling out wireless speakers and the Double Spotmerges Soundfreaq's highly praised audio quality alongside a distinct design that caters for the home. Interested parties will be able to pick up the Soundfreaq Double Spot in a couple of colour options, namely black or wood/white, with a sticker price of USD129 attached to it. If you want to turn the Soundfreaq Double Spot home speaker into a portable device, then you can opt to pick up the other version for USD149 which comes with a six-hour battery preinstalled, now how about that for convenience? The Soundfreaq Double Spot home spea ker streams music through a Bluetooth 4.0 connection, where it balances the sound output and clarity of traditionally larger systems, without taking up much space at all. In fact, the Double Spot is able to fill a room with sound, as well as fit in nicely in the home and is a snap to tote around. All sound is delivered through a couple of custom-designed stereo drivers, which are pointed slightly outward in order to optimise sound projection and deliver stereo separation. There is also a USB power port which can be used as a charger while you are on the move, turning it into a portable battery during times of gadget duress. www.soundfreaq.com CLAD IN METAL HUAWEI is starting to come into its own as a smartphone manufacturer, and one of its more recent releases is the Huawei Ascend G7, which should appeal to those who are in the market for something stylish. TheAscendG7comes with a 5.5 inch high definition display, helping you remain connected to the Internet at blazing fast speeds, thanks to the enhanced 4G LTE connectivity. An optimised 13MP rear-facing camera captures delectable images. The entire chassis of the Ascend G7 measures a mere 7.6mm slim and it tips the scales at 165g. Created using nano molding technology (NMT) which results in a premium metallic unibody design and sleek frame, it delivers a richer texture and smoother touch when you hold it in your hand. Tote around the Huawei Ascend G7 in stylish metallic colours such as moonlight silver, space gray, and horizon gold. Underneath the hood, there lies a quad-core 1.2GHz processor alongside a 3,000 mAh Li-Polymer battery that keeps it going, and if you love snapping selfies, the 5MP front-facing camera with an 88- degree wide-angle lens ought to be able to get the job done in a jiffy. Do expect the Huawei Ascend G7 to arrive in the worldwide market later this year, although it will hit Europe first with a price tag of 299 euros (RM1,235). www.huawei.com A MOUSE FOR DIM LIGHT THE world of computer mice comprises dime a dozen models, and it can get pretty confusing if you were asked to settle on just one mouse that does everything as well as possible. Normally, one would break down the computer mouse category into two segments - one for gaming, and the other for productivity. If you are in the market for the latter, then the Adesso iMouse G1 illuminated desktop mouse does seem to be the safer bet, where the blue light feature delivers about a touch of elegance and efficiency to the desktop. This blue light means it is easy to use even if you're working in the dark, and the stylish shape has been ergonomically designed to match the user's hand for maximum com for t, although it looks as though southpaws might want to give this a miss. Apart from that, the Adesso iMouse G1 also offers on-the-fly dpi switching as you choose between 800, 1200, 1600 and 2400 dots per inch resolution at the flick of a finger. The optical sensor technology itself ensures your cursor remains true to form, as it can function on many different surfaces such as glass, wood, marble, and leather sans a mouse pad. The asking price of USD9.99 also makes this a highly affordable and yet stylish option, although hardcore gamers would most probably want to give it a miss. www.adesso.com (c) 2014 ProQuest Information and Learning Company; All Rights Reserved. |