Notebook Computers

Echoing previous reports of stagnant or slight movement in the PC market, a July 2012 study from DigiTimes Research finds notebook computer shipments increased 5 percent sequentially in the second quarter.
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The notebook computer market has been on shaky ground in recent years, but there was reason for hope in the second quarter, as a few notebook makers experienced decent growth.
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The overall PC market showed signs of life during the first quarter of 2012, with year-over-year shipments growing approximately 30 percent, according to stats from NPD DisplaySearch.
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Rumors that chipmaker AMD has been planning to throw its hat into the ultrathin PC market have been circulating since early 2012. Now, it seems AMD is ready to commit after announcing its new family of A-Series accelerated processing units (APUs).
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The average price of a notebook computer dropped to $507 in March 2012, just a shade more than the $499 price tag that many tablet computers go for, according to a study from the NPD Group.
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Many people might not realize that onboard storage is not as pressing of an issue as in years past.
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Chipmaker NVIDIA has introduced its new GeForce GT 640M graphics processing unit (GPU) with the aim of bringing a console-type gaming experience to Ultrabooks and other laptop computers. NVIDIA officially announced the release of the platform on March 22.
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Since being introduced by Intel last year, the Ultrabook has made a significant impact on the computer industry. And the company is set to make another splash with the release of its Ivy Bridge platform, which promises further innovations for the new generation of notebook computers.
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In order to draw attention to the devices it helped create, Intel has launched a new campaign to promote Ultrabooks by formulating some very interesting giveaways.
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Intel's introduction of the Ultrabook last year presented PC users with an alternative to the traditional laptop computer.
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Widespread releases of Ultrabooks and tablet computers have worked to completely reshape the computing industry during the past several years.
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The emergence of new technologies is reshaping the computing habits of consumers around the world.
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A patent application from Google is leading some within the technology industry to predict that the internet search giant is looking to install its popular Android operating system on desktop and notebook computers, Patently Apple reports.
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There comes a point in the life cycle of a notebook computer when it's time to simply let go.
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Technology has made its way onto the battlefield in recent years, giving combat troops the ability to access and process data as quickly as possible while on the front lines.
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The rise of the Ultrabook has led many in the laptop industry wondering what will become of the netbook. While some believe consumers will have to settle for one and not the other, Kathryn Gill of Intel says the two devices can coexist.
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One aspect of the Ultrabook computer that many of the technology’s supporters are unlikely to highlight is the device's limited on-board storage compared to traditional PCs. This is a necessity given the form factor's slight frame, but fortunately, it is one challenge that is easily overcome.
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Chipmaker Intel has reportedly started informing its partners that its much-anticipated Ivy Bridge platform will not see mass production until this June -- a decision that could delay the next crop of Ultrabook computers.
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Owning a notebook takes a commitment on the part of the end user.
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No amount of battery life ever seems enough for a notebook user on the go. Fortunately, there are several steps that can be taken to prolong the battery life of a notebook computer running Windows, Laptop Magazine reports.
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In support of the wider trend to embrace the use of technology for improved education, Monett High School in Missouri has handed out notebook computers to students, reports local newspaper the News-Leader.
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Early iterations of the Ultrabook have cost in the ballpark of $900 and up. But industry sources say that prices could drop as low as $599 by early 2013.
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The forthcoming second generation of the Ultrabook should prove to be a boon for consumers on a number of levels.
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Despite all the talk surrounding tablets, smartphones and the "post-PC world," at least one analyst maintains that the PC is doing just fine and the market "is not in as dire shape as some would believe."
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Rumors that Intel's speedy Thunderbolt input/output interface would be making its way to the Ultrabook have been circulating for some time, and now industry sources are saying consumers can expect the technology to be available in the second quarter of 2012.
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The Ultrabook market is expected to grow three times faster than the tablet computer market during the next five years, with the former reaching 178 million units sold in 2016, according to analyst firm Juniper Research.
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Despite the hype that surrounded the tablet computer in 2010 and 2011, this year will see significant attention paid to the Ultrabook, the next-generation computer that marries the portability of the tablet with the functionality of a notebook.
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While the individual aspects of the Ultrabook aren't necessarily innovative, one analyst believes the technology's end result is greater than the sum of its parts.
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After posting better-than-expected earnings in 2011, chipmaker Intel is looking toward the future and has set its sights on the Ultrabook and tablet computer markets.
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In response to Intel's launch of the Ultrabook computer, fellow chipmaker AMD is planning to introduce its own next-generation notebook, technology news provider DigiTimes reports.
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One of the consequences of the burgeoning Ultrabook market will be the monumental growth in shipments of cache solid state drives (SSDs), according to market analysis firm IHS iSuppli.
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Despite pundits across the technology industry calling 2012 the year of the Ultrabook, research firm Gartner says many consumers are still unclear what exactly the technology is and how it will affect the PC market in the coming years.
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Personal computer shipments in the United States slid 1.4 percent in the fourth quarter of 2011, according to research firm Gartner, representing the market's first decline in more than a decade.
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One thing the rise of tablet computers has shown is that consumers are interested in lower price tags -- and now expect as much when shopping for technology. With this in mind, according to one industry observer, Ultrabook manufacturers could learn a thing or two from the tablet.
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The Ultrabook computer is currently one of the biggest topics in the PC industry, but its success is anything but guaranteed, as the technology has not been around long enough to have truly been tested.
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Small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) will be looking to take advantage of new technology in the new year, with Ultrabook computers and Windows 8 being among the biggest IT trends of 2012.
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Chipmaker Intel has been building up the hype behind its Ultrabook computers for some time, and now it has gone a step further, touting the technology as the form factor of 2012, according to a report from Middle East technology news provider ITP.net.
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In an interview with news provider Investor's Business Daily, Intel senior vice president Renee James claims that the chip manufacturer has several projects in the pipeline for 2012, but the company's main focus will be on developing technology for mobile devices.
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Going into 2012, much of the discussion in the technology industry is surrounding the emergence of the Ultrabook computer. For some, the super-lightweight, highly portable notebook is expected to bridge the gap between laptops and tablet computers.
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The organizers of the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) are anticipating a high attendance rate at this year's event, where the Ultrabook, tablet computers and other electronic gadgets will be featured heavily.
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The lightweight notebook market is primed for some changes in 2012, as the continued growth of the Ultrabook computer causes a significant shift in the market hierarchy.
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Technology news provider DigiTimes is reporting that chipmaker Intel plans to reduce the prices of several of its CPUs, including those based on the Sandy Bridge architecture. The move could have a significant impact on the Ultrabook market.
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Though the swivel-screen laptop -- also known as the convertible tablet -- has been around for some time, the impending rise of the Ultrabook computer may breathe new life into the market and push the technology to another level.
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Despite the popularity of tablets, many PC makers are going back to what they know best and again focusing on building more traditional computers, according to a report from technology news provider DigiTimes.
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Rumors surfaced recently that chipmaker Intel is planning to include support for Thunderbolt ports in the upcoming Ultrabook computers of 2012. If true, the addition of the connection interface could be a significant factor in boosting the Ultrabook's appeal.
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The Ultrabook computer, Intel's slim, highly portable take on the notebook, is expected to be one of the biggest technology stories of 2012, but according to one expert, the device's success may ultimately depend on manufacturers lowering their prices.
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Even as Intel's new Ultrabook computers are just beginning to hit the shelves, fellow chipmaker AMD is reportedly planning its own line of super-slim, ultra-portable notebooks, according to technology news provider Fudzilla.
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Ultrabook computers are having an impact on more than just the size and shape of laptops; they are also leading to new developments in the manufacturing process, according to technology news provider DigiTimes.
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Demonstrating its support for the technology as well as its attempt to reach a wider audience, chipmaker Intel reportedly plans to help smaller manufacturers build their own Ultrabook computer models, according to technology news provider CNET.
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The emerging Ultrabook computer is expected to be a hit right out of the gates, as research from independent analyst firm IHS iSuppli predicts the computers will account for 12 percent of all notebook shipments in 2012.
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Though there is much to be excited about when it comes to the upcoming line of Ultrabook computers, Scott Stein of technology news provider CNET says some considerations need to be made to convince consumers of the device's value.
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With tablet computers becoming increasingly popular, many are wondering where the traditional PC market needs to go to stay relevant.
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Just as tablet computers have dominated the technology industry for the last couple years, the Ultrabook is expected to garner significant attention going forward.
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Amid a period of slumping sales that could carry on well into the future, the PC market appears in need of an adrenaline shot of sorts to boost some extra life into it. And according to a CNNMoney report, the upcoming Ultrabook computer might be just what the market needs.
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Responding to a limited supply and cost restrictions of unibody aluminum chassis, Ultrabook manufacturers are expected to adopt new materials to build the lightweight notebook computers, industry news provider DigiTimes reports.
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The anticipated flood of Ultrabook computers set to arrive in 2012 is causing big waves in the semiconductor market, according to market intelligence firm IHS iSuppli, as the devices will boast several capabilities that differ from traditional laptops.
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Chipmaker Intel and credit card company MasterCard have announced a partnership that aims to ease the payment process of online shopping for upcoming Ultrabook devices and other Intel-based computers.
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Ultrabooks are just now starting to make their way to market, but analysts are already predicting big things for the ultra-thin, lightweight notebooks. Research firm IHS iSuppli, for example, projects Ultrabooks will account for 43 percent of notebook sales by 2015.
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The notion that the world has entered a so-called post-PC era may be misleading. A study from research firm DisplaySearch shows PCs, especially notebooks, are still going strong in emerging regions.
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Even before the first Ultrabook computer has hit the market, the technology's pioneer, Intel, is already mapping out the evolution of the highly anticipated notebooks.
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Just as tablets have taken the IT world by storm in the past few years, Ultrabooks are expected to spark the next wave of computing development, according to market research firm TrendForce.
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The phrase "Take out your notebooks" has a different meaning for Ravenna High School students this year, as the school district has introduced a new program that puts laptop computers into the hands of students.
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According to the Boston Globe, market saturation, innovative new gadgets and general economic anxiety are keeping customers from making new PC purchases.
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Reports from the second quarter of 2011 suggest that the PC market has experienced modest growth.
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Purchasing a computer for your child is an important decision for all involved and there are several considerations that should be taken into account before settling on a specific device.
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Intel plans to offer financial incentives to leading laptop manufacturers who are willing to focus on developing the company's new Ultrabook concept.
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For technology, the way products look and feel are not always the best measurement for quality.
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As the market for tablet computers continues to heat up, one expert recently revealed that many manufacturers may cut back their production, as Apple's iPad continues to dominate sales for the devices.
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