Acer dances its way into smartphones. Yes, Acer.
Once again, Apple has kick-started a trend. Companies that formerly made computers are now apparently going to start making mobile phones, with Acer being the latest, according to a report from Pocket-Link.
An invitation has gone out that asks members of the media and mobile communities to meet in Barcelona, Spain for a press conference on February 16 at the World Mobile Congress. The invitation promises “the rhythm of your life” and features a picture of… Continue Reading
HP launches its thinnest, lightest, and most fashionable netbook computers
Hewlett-Packard is announcing today three new models in the HP MIni 1000 family that are its thinnest and lightest entries in the growing category of computers known as “netbooks.” One of them, a colorful version created by fashion designer Vivienne Tam, could easily be mistaken for a clutch purse.
The models are targeted at “information snackers,” or people who want to get on the Internet, quickly and easily. They include mobile professionals, media enthusiasts, and “fashion-forward… Continue Reading
Apple’s North American notebook market share surges to double digits
Apple notebook computers which include the MacBook, the MacBook Pro and the MacBook Air are hot items. How hot? Their North American market share grew 60 percent in the second quarter of 2008 as compared to the same quarter last year, according to a report by DisplaySearch.
Consider this: While Dell and HP rose slightly during the same time period (Dell from 21.6 percent to 21.9 percent and HP from 21.2 percent to 21.4 percent), other… Continue Reading