Category: Laptop / PC

Asus has released an updated version of Transformer Book T100 with Intel Atom Z3775 processor for 399 dollars. The new chipset runs at 1.47GHz which makes it faster than the outgoing model whose Z3740 CPU runs at 1.33GHz.

Even though the CPU upgrade will not transform (no pun intended) into a gaming machine, it should offer decent performance bump. The new model will cost about 399 dollars as mentioned earlier.

The last year model, T100 with Z3740 can now be bought at much lower prices. Adorama is already taking preorders of the new model. You can choose between two colors – white or red.

Other specifications include 2GB of main memory, 64GB of eMMC storage, Windows 8.1 operating system and Microsoft Office 2013 Home & Student software.

ASUS G550JK is a gaming notebook and belongs to the Republic of Gamers family. For many it is a more compact version of the ‘ ASUS G750 which we have already mentioned in the past. These two laptops have similar specifications, starting with the body dressed in brushed aluminum coating and cleaner and more straightforward design. The keyboard comes with the red backlight LED keys.

Inside the chassis that measures 383 x 255 x 27.7 mm and weighs 2.6 kg, you get a choice between an Intel Core i5-4200H or i7-4700HQ processor that is accompanied by up to 16 GB of 1600 MHz DDR3 RAM, 750 GB or 1 TB hard drive (5400 RPM and 7200 RPM) and above all a dedicated graphics card from Nvidia, the GeForce GTX 850M with 2 or 4 GB of DDR3 onboard. Among other features is its 15.6 inches which is available with either HD or Full HD IPS panel with anti-glare technology.

ASUS G550JK also integrates an optical drive where you can choose between Blu-ray Combo or DVD Super-Multi drive. Other specs include HD webcam, Wi-Fi modules and Intel WiDi (Wireless Display) technology for wireless video streaming, Bluetooth 4.0 and Gigabit Ethernet LAN, 3 USB 3.0 ports, HDMI digital video outputs, a mini DisplayPort, RJ-45 connector for wired networks, combo audio jack for headphones and microphone, Kensington security slot and 2-in-1 (SD / SDXC / MMC) memory card reader. There is also an audio system with four speakers backed with ASUS SonicMaster and MaxxAudio.

ASUS G550JK is already available in several shops both in the U.S, Australia and New Zealand. You can buy it for $ 1,066 with a Core i7 processor, 8 GB of RAM, 750 GB 7200 RPM hard drive and DVD combo.

Toshiba has released Dynabook Kira L93 a 13 laptop with a unique form factor. It features a mind boggling 2560 x 1440 pixel resolution display that is powered by the very capable of Intel Core i5 4210Y CPU with integrated graphics and 8 GB of RAM. For storage you get a good 128GB SSD.

Toshiba Dynabook Kira L93 Specifications

13.3 inch 2560 x 1440 pixel display
Intel Core i5-4210y Haswell processor
8 gigabytes of memory
128GB solid state drive
3x USB 2.0 ports
Micro HDMI port
802.11a/b/g/n WiFi and Bluetooth 4.0
Harmon Kardon speakers
Microsoft Windows 8.1 64-bit software.

Of course the highlight of Dynabook Kira L93 is the ability to transform into seven different shapes. For instance you can use it as notebook, tablet, desktop, canvas, flat, tilt and stand.

Asus is working on another Lenovo Yoga style convertible laptop called the TL300L. Back in May it was spotted on FCC website and that really did not reveal any of its specifications. Well how we have them and it will have Intel Haswell CPU and Nvidia GPU.

Asus TP300L specs

13.3 inch display
1920 x 1080 pixel touch screen
Intel Core i7 4510U processor
8 gigabytes of RAM
128 gigabytes of solid state drive
Nvidia GeForce 820 graphics chip
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI output, and 2 USB 3.0 ports
Windows 8.1 64 bit operating system

So yes there will be a dedicated GPU to handle all those heavy graphics. Few days back we spotted the Asus TP500L which is basically a 15” version of TP300L. This means the company is all set to release a slew of Yoga style laptops in coming months.

We have spotted the another Transformer laptop tablet hybrid on FCC website. Called the Asus TP500L, the machine will allow you to use the device as both tablet and typical laptop.

Asus TP500L specs

15.6 inch touch screen display
Intel Haswell processor
48 Wh battery
4 gigabytes of RAM
HDD + SSD hybrid storage
3 USB 3.0 ports (1 USB 3.0 and 2 USB 2.0 ports)
HDMI port, Ethernet jack, and SD card reader
Windows 8.1 operating system

The machine will come with a compact power adapter. There is no word how much this 2 in 1 machine will cost. 

Asus is working on a new series of 2 in 1 laptop tablet hybrid models with big displays. Right now the company offers two Transformer Book models that can do the double duty of both laptop and tablet.

Those models let you push the touch screen panel back 360 degrees in such a way that it is back to back with the key board for use in tablet mode. The two models we are talking about are Asus TP300L and 15 incher Asus N542L.

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If you are finding the new hybrids a tiny bit too expensive, consider taking a look at taking a look at the Medion Akoya P2211T. It retails for just EUR 480 and that includes a keyboard dock with 1 TB of hard disk. The tablet is driven by Intel Celeron N2920 quad-core processor that hums at 1.86 GHz and backed by beefy 4 gigabytes of RAM.

Medion Akoya P2211T (MD98706) specifications

11.6 inch screen with full HD resolution
Intel Celeron N2920 1.86GHz CPU
64GB SSD storage (tablet) + 1000 GB hard disk storage (keyboard dock)
4GB of RAM (non expandable)
Micro SD card slot, USB 2.0, 3.0 ports
HDMI output for HDTV, monitor connectivity
Windows 8.1 operating system
We were able to spend some time with the Medion Akoya P2211T (MD98706) and were impressed with its performance. The screen measures 11.6 inches and packs 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution which is excellent for a bargain tablet like this one. It shall be noted that the tablet part has only 64 GB of flash storage.

Medion Akoya P2211T Review

When keyboard dock attached you will be able to squeeze almost 10 hours of continuous runtime.