Stories by Agam Shah

Toshiba bundles laptops with high-definition options

Toshiba this week pushed high-definition technology into new laptops, expanding entertainment options for budget users.

DIGITAL GEAR - A schedule that follows you

Push technology, used by Research In Motion to send e-mail to mobile phone users, has spawned a bunch of mobile services that take advantage of improved mobile broadband speeds. MobiMate recently launched WorldMate Live, a mobile service that makes t...

Sun launches first x86 quad-core servers

Adding spark to its Sun Fire line on servers, Sun Microsystems is expected to announce its first x86-based quad-core systems.

IDF - Intel chips to shrink to 32-nanometer process

Intel will ramp up performance and energy efficiency in its microprocessors by using a 32-nanometer process technology, starting in 2009.

CES - Unique gadgets dispensed

Home entertainment devices grabbed the spotlight at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this year, but don't forget the cool products that screamed for attention.

CES - Microsoft aims new keyboard at gamers

Microsoft tried to draw the attention of gamers at the International Consumer Electronics Show on Monday, announcing a keyboard that automates maneuvers and provides quicker response time.

Recharging batteries wirelessly

As mobile devices get more power-hungry, innovative gadgets are supplementing the needy hardware. The portable Xantrex Technology. PowerSource Mobile 100 battery recharges laptops, portable music players and handheld devices on the run. While not as ...

Microsoft introduces new keyboards, mice

Microsoft refreshed its line of keyboards and mice on Wednesday, introducing a desktop system that includes a keyboard designed for use with Windows Vista and the company's Windows Live online services.

Fuji's latest camera is in your face

Forget the background: the face is the focus of Fuji's new FinePix S6000fd digital camera launched on Thursday.

Microsoft developing keyboard for Vista, Windows Live

Microsoft's hardware division is developing a slim wireless keyboard that will make it easier for users to access Windows Live services and features in its Windows Vista OS.

Apple targets education market with US$899 iMac

Apple Computer on Wednesday launched an iMac dual-core desktop PC designed and priced for students and teachers.

OpenOffice.org warns of three vulnerabilities

OpenOffice.org is warning users of security vulnerabilities that can crash the OpenOffice.org productivity software and give malicious hackers access to full system resources.

Microsoft gets chatty with new Webcams

Microsoft is expected to announce this week two videoconferencing Webcams that simplify online video chat and can create photo blog entries on Microsoft's MSN Spaces community site.

U3's CEO Purmal talks up smart USB drives

Smart USB (Universal Serial Bus) drives based on U3's computing platform hit the market this week and will enable applications to run directly off the portable drives without relying on a host computer. SanDisk and Verbatim announced USB smart drives...

Sporty and rugged keyboard and mice

Some product designers draw inspiration from the oddest items, as evidenced by mice that were developed with sneakers and Jeeps in mind. Both are inspirations behind new notebook mice recently announced by Microsoft Corp. and Logitech Inc., which hav...