Toshiba's Satellite T31 arrives with Vista

Tired of fretting about which flavor of Windows will work best for you? Toshiba's apparently feeling your pain, and is looking to remedy said quandary by tossing in both operating systems with its new 15.4-inch Dynabook Satellite T31.

Specifications

Tired of fretting about which flavor of Windows will work best for you? Toshiba's apparently feeling your pain, and is looking to remedy said quandary by tossing in both operating systems with its new 15.4-inch Dynabook Satellite T31. Apparently, the unit includes Vista Business and XP Professional recovery discs, giving the buyer the option when they finally get it home. Specs wise, you'll be looking at a 2GHz Core 2 Duo T7250 on the high side (with a 1.86GHz Celeron 540 on the low-end), as well as optional WiFi, a WXGA (1,280 x 800) resolution panel, 512MB of RAM, an 80GB hard drive, DVD burner and a rechargeable Li-ion good for around 1.3 hours. Additionally, the unit touts four USB 2.0 sockets, Ethernet, PCMCIA, a multicard reader, VGA / S-Video outputs and a FireWire port to boot. Check it out right now for between ¥175,350 ($1,573) and ¥206,850 ($1,856).

Toshiba announces new additions to its AMD-based laptop lineup

Toshiba has been busy lately. The company has just launched a slew of new AMD-based Satellite laptops, and we've got the specs to prove it. First up on the block is the new P205D (pictured), a 17-inch desktop replacement, with its sights set on performance that doesn't destroy your financial standing in the community. Here's a rundown of the models:

Specifications

Toshiba has been busy lately. The company has just launched a slew of new AMD-based Satellite laptops, and we've got the specs to prove it. First up on the block is the new P205D (pictured), a 17-inch desktop replacement, with its sights set on performance that doesn't destroy your financial standing in the community. Here's a rundown of the models:

P205D-S7479: AMD Turion 64 X2 2.2GHz CPU, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 2600 graphics chipset, 802.11/a/g/n, up to 4GB of RAM, 250GB hard drive, 17-inch 1440 x 990 display, Harman Kardon speakers, $1349.99
P205D-S7438: AMD Athlon 64 X2 1.9GHz CPU, ATI Radeon Xpress X1200M graphics chipset, 802.11b/g, up to 4GB of RAM, 160GB hard drive, 17-inch 1440 x 990 display, $849.99

Additionally, the company has created an expansion of the A215 series, 15.4-inch laptops which include the following configurations:

A215-S7472: AMD Turion 64 X2 2.2GHz CPU, 802.11a/g/n, up to 4GB of RAM, 250GB hard drive, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 2400 GPU, embedded webcam, fingerprint reader, $1,199.99
A215-S7437: AMD Turion 64 X2 1.9GHz CPU, 802.11b/g, up to 4GB of RAM, 200GB hard drive, ATI Radeon X1200 GPU, $899.99
* A215-S7407: AMD Athlon 64 X2 1.8GHz CPU, 802.11b/g, up to 4GB of RAM, 80GB hard drive, ATI Radeon X1200 GPU, $649.99

All in all, pretty middle of the road stuff. Can't say we're surprised

Toshiba rolls out SLI-equipped Satellite X205 laptops

Toshiba looks to be doing its best to make it's high-end X200 series laptops even more attractive to gamers, with its latest X205 models sporting SLI graphics courtesy of NVIDIA, among other upgrades.

Specifications

Toshiba looks to be doing its best to make it's high-end X200 series laptops even more attractive to gamers, with its latest X205 models sporting SLI graphics courtesy of NVIDIA, among other upgrades. That desirable option is available in both the X205-SLI1 and X205-SLI3 models, each of which pack dual NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT GPUs, with a combined 512MB of dedicated video RAM. Otherwise, you can expect standard HD DVD drives on both models, with a 2.0GHz T7250 Core 2 Duo processor on the SLI1 and a speedier 2.2GHz T7500 on the SLI3. Both models also pack 17-inch widescreen displays, although the SLI3 ups the resolution to 1680 x 1050, as opposed to the standard 1440 x 900 on the SLI1; the former model also comes bundled with a USB HDTV tuner. From the looks of it, you can get your hands on either one now, with the SLI1 setting you back an even $2,000, and the SLI3 running $2,400.

Toshiba Portege M400 00C012EN Review

The Portégé M400 is Toshiba’s third generation Tablet PC featuring immensely practical, highly accurate digital ink support and now with built-in DVD-SuperMulti (Dual Layer) drives for improved flexibility. Get the latest Intel Duo Mobile Technology with Intel Core Duo processors and Toshiba EasyGuard for improved Security, Protection and Connectivity.

Specifications

Technology
Type : Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology featuring Intel® Core™ Duo Processor T2400, Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection and Intel® 945GM Express chipset
Clock speed : 1.83 GHz
Front side bus : 667 MHz
2nd level cache : 2 MB

Operating system
Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition 2005

System memory
Standard : 512 MB
Maximum expandability : 4,096 MB
Technology : DDR2 RAM (533 MHz)

Hard disk
Capacity : 80 GB
Certification : S.M.A.R.T.

DVD Super Multi drive (Double Layer)
Compatibility : CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-R(DL), DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R(DL), DVD+RW, DVD-RAM
Maximum speed : Read: 24x CD-ROM, 8x DVD-ROM/ Write: 24x CD-R, 4x CD-RW, 10x HS CD-RW, 16x US CD-RW, 8x DVD-R, 2x DVD-R (Double Layer), 2x DVD-RW, 4x DVD+R, 2.4 DVD+R (Double Layer), 4x DVD+RW, 3x DVD-RAM
Type : Slim SelectBay DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) drive

Display
Size : 12.1 "
Type : 12.1" SXGA+ TFT Wide Viewing Angle display with Digitizer function

Graphics adaptor
Manufacturer : Intel®
Type : Mobile Intel® 945GM Express chipset
Memory : up to 128 MB
Memory type : UMA
Connected bus : 16x PCI Express

Internal video modes
Resolution : 1,400 x 1,050
Maximum number of colours : 16.7 million

Max External Video Modes
Max Resolution : 2,048 x 1,536
Max Colours : 16.7 Million
Max Refresh Rate : 100 Hz
Non-interlaced resolution with max refresh rate : 1,600 x 1,200

BIOS
ACPI : Yes
System Management BIOS : 2.4

Battery
Technology : lithium-ion
Maximum life : up to 5:07 (Mobile Mark) hours

AC adaptor
Input voltage : autosensing AC adapter (100/240 V) for worldwide usage

Interfaces
1 x DC-in
1 x external monitor
1 x expansion bus connector
1 x RJ-11
1 x RJ-45
1 x i.LINK® (IEEE 1394)
1 x external microphone
1 x headphone (stereo)
3 x USB 2.0
1 x 5-in-1 Bridge Media slot (supports SD™ Card, Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro™, xD-Picture Card™, SD™ IO Card)

Expansion
2 x memory slots (1 to configure)
PC Card slot for 1x Type II card, type : Toshiba Express Port Replicator (Optional)
Number of expansion types : 1

Wireless communication
Wireless Technology : Bluetooth™
Compliancy : Wi-Fi™
Network Support : 802.11a/b/g
Wireless Technology : Wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g)

Wired communication
Topology : international V.92 modem
Speed : 56 Kbps data (V.92) and 14.4 Kbps fax (V.17)
Topology : Gigabit Ethernet LAN
Speed : 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T

Sound system supported
Audio format : 24-bit stereo
Supported sound standards : MIDI support
Speakers : built-in stereo speakers

Keyboard
Keys : 85
Windows keys : 2
Hot Keys : 1
Special features : spill-resistant keyboard

Physical dimensions
W x D x H : 295 x 249 x 38.9 mm
Weight : 2.05 Kgs W/O Optical kg

Pointing device
Type : Touch Pad
Type : Tablet Pen

Warranty
3-year international warranty. Upgrade your standard warranty with Toshiba warranty extension and uplift packs.

Bundled hardware
AC adaptor
Tablet Pen

Bundled software
Toshiba utilities and drivers
On-line user's and modem manual
Toshiba Management Console
Bluetooth™ Service Center
ConfigFree™
Connectivity Doctor
Microsoft® Office OneNote ™ 2003
Sonic¿ Record Now!
InterVideo® WinDVD Creator (2Platinum)
WinDVD
Toshiba Summit
Norton Internet Security™ 2006 (includes free Internet updates for 90 days)

Security features
Main hard disk (by screw)
Keyboard lock
Main memory (by screw)

Toshiba EasyGuard
HDD Protection (3D Sensor to protect data)
Magnesium Casework
Shock Protection Design
Durable Design
Data Backup
Easy Fix Components
Password Utility
Device Lock
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Toshiba RAID-1 (Available with optional Super Slim SelectBay HDD solution)
Norton Internet Security 2005 Antivirus Software (90 Day Trial)
Toshiba Summit
Fingerprint Reader
Diversity Antenna
Toshiba ConfigFree™
Kensington Lock
PC Diagnostics
Spill-resistant Keyboard
Toshiba Anti-theft Protection Timer
Fingerprint Reader Single Sign On
Wireless LAN Switch

Security features
BIOS password
HDD password on request
Supervisor password
User password
System password security
Tablet Access Code Logon utility

Special features
SM BIOS compliant
Common docking and options with other Toshiba notebooks
Toshiba Enhanced SpeedStep
Toshiba Presentation Button
Toshiba Zooming utility
Toshiba Assist button
Toshiba Power Saver utility
HD Audio support
Windows® Security button
Rotation button
Cross Fuctional button
Toshiba Wireless Key Log-on with Bluetooth™ phone
Integrated microphone for VoIP

Review

The good: Inexpensive; integrated hot-swappable bay; built-in microphone; solid security features; generous software bundle.

The bad: Middling mobile performance and battery life; cheap stylus.

The bottom line: Though inexpensive, the Portege M400 convertible tablet's middle-of-the-road performance and battery life may not be enough for the demanding business user. For basic tasks, however, it's a decent bargain

Source:
http://reviews.cnet.com/

Toshiba Portege R200 K00 Review

Though it's a little expensive, the Toshiba Portege R200 is a well-designed ultraportable with enough speed and battery life for business travelers.

Specifications

Processor
Type :Intel® Pentium® M processor Ultra Low Voltage 773
Clock speed : 1.3 GHz
Front Side Bus : 400 MHz
2nd level cache : 2 MB

Operating System
Windows® XP Professional

System memory standard
512 (256 + 256) MB
Maximum expandability : 1,280 MB
Technology : DDR2 400MHz
Hard disk capacity : 60 GB

Display
Size : 12.1 "
Type : XGA TFT display

Graphics adaptor
Manufacturer : Intel®
Type : 915GMS Express chipset
Memory : up to 128 MB
Memory type : DDR2 RAM (UMA)

Internal Video
Modes resolution : 1,024 x 768
Maximum number of colours : 16.7 million

Max External Video Modes
Max Resolution : 2,048 x 1,536
Max Colours : 16.7 Million
Max Refresh Rate : 100 Hz
Non-interlaced resolution with max refresh rate : 1,600 x 1,200

BIOS
ACPI : 1.0b
System Management BIOS : 2.3

Battery
Technology : lithium-ion
Maximum life : up to 4:40 (Mobile Mark) hours

AC Adaptor
input voltage : autosensing AC adapter (100/240 V) for worldwide usage

Interfaces
1 x DC-in
1 x external monitor
1 x RJ-11
1 x RJ-45
1 x SD Card slot

Expansion
1 x memory slot
1 x PC Card slot for 1 Type II card
1 x Connects to Slim Port Replicator (optional)

Wireless communication
Compliancy : FIR
Wireless Technology : Fast InfraRed
Compliancy : Wi-Fi®
Network Support : 802.11b/g integrated
Wireless Technology : Wireless LAN
Wireless Technology : Bluetooth™

Wired Communication
Topology : international V.92 modem
Speed : 56 Kbps data (V.92) and 14.4 Kbps fax (V.17)
Topology : Gigabit Ethernet LAN
Speed : 10/100/1000 Base-TX

Sound System
Supported audio format : 16-bit stereo
Speakers : built-in speaker

Keyboard
Keys : 85
Windows keys : 2
Number of cursor keys : 4
Inlaid numeric keypad : yes
Hot Keys : 2

Physical Dimensions
W x D x H : 286 x 229 x 9.9 (front) / 19.8 (back) mm
Weight : 1.29 kg

Pointing Device
Type : Touch Pad
Interface : PS/2

Warranty
3-year international warranty.

Bundled Hardware
AC adaptor

Bundled Software
Toshiba utilities and drivers
On-line user's and modem manual
Toshiba Management Console
Bluetooth™ Service Center
ConfigFree™
Connectivity Doctor
Microsoft® Office OneNote ™ 2003
Sonic¿ Record Now!
Norton Internet Security™ 2005 (90-Day Free Trial Version)
WinDVD

Toshiba EasyGuard
Execute Disable Bit Protection (XD-Bit)
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Device Lock
Password Utility
Data Backup
Magnesium Casework
Toshiba Summit
Fingerprint Reader
Diversity Antenna
Toshiba ConfigFree™
Kensington Lock
PC Diagnostics
HDD Protection (3D Sensor to protect data)
Shock Protection Design
Easy Fix Components

Special Features
ACPI support
SM BIOS compliant
common docking and options with other Toshiba notebooks
Toshiba Enhanced SpeedStep
Toshiba Presentation Button
Toshiba Assist button
Toshiba Power Saver utility

Review

The good: Striking appearance; exceptionally light case; long battery life; copious security features; wireless on/off switch.
The bad: Pricey; flimsy mouse buttons; media-card reader accepts only one format

Source:
http://reviews.cnet.com/

Toshiba Satellite Pro A100 00L00 Review

Ideal for the basic home user this laptop is perfect for storing photos, watching DVDs, writing documents and accessing the internet, thanks to the efficient Celeron Mobile processor, DVD player and wireless networking. As well as watching DVDs you can write CDs and XP home offers a familiar working environment.

Specifications

Processor
Type : Intel® Celeron® M processor 380
Clock speed : 1.60 GHz
Front Side Bus : 400 MHz
2nd level cache : 1 MB

Operating system
Windows® XP Professional

System memory
Standard : 512 MB
Maximum expandability : 2,048 MB
Technology : DDR2 RAM (533 MHz)

Hard disk
Capacity : 60 GB
Certification : S.M.A.R.T.

Optical Storage
CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo - integrated
Read Speed:24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
Write Speed: 24x
CD/DVD Rewrite Speed: 24x

Display
Size : 15.4 "
Type : WXGA TFT display

Graphics adaptor
Manufacturer : ATI
Type : ATI Radeon® Xpress 200M
Memory : up to 128 MB
Memory type : DDR2 RAM

Internal video modes
Resolution : 1,280 x 800
Maximum number of colours : 16.7 Million

Max External Video Modes
Max Resolution : 2,048 x 1,536
Max Colours : 4.3 billion
Max Refresh Rate : 100 Hz
Non-interlaced resolution with max refresh rate : 1,600 x 1,200

BIOS
ACPI : 1.0b
System Management BIOS : 2.3

Battery
Technology : lithium-ion

AC adaptor
Input voltage : autosensing AC adapter (100/240 V) for worldwide usage

Interfaces
1 x DC-in
1 x external monitor
1 x RJ-11
1 x RJ-45
1 x TV-out (s-video)
1 x i.LINK® (IEEE 1394)
1 x external microphone
1 x headphone (stereo)
4 x USB 2.0

Expansion
2 x memory slots (1 to configure)
Type : PC Card slot for 1x Type II card

Wireless communication
Compliancy : Wi-Fi®
Network Support : 802.11b/g integrated
Wireless Technology : Wireless LAN

Wired communication
Topology : Ethernet LAN
Speed : 10/100 Base-TX
Topology : international V.90 modem (V.92 ready)
Speed : 56 Kbps data (V.90) and 14.4 Kbps fax (V.34)

Sound system supported
Audio format : 16-bit stereo
Speakers : built-in stereo speakers

Keyboard
Keys : 86
Windows keys : 2
Hot Keys : 1
Special features : spill-resistant keyboard

Physical dimensions
W x D x H : 360 x 267 x 29.8 (front) / 36.8 (back) mm
Weight : 2.72 kg

Pointing device
Type : Touch Pad

Warranty
1-year international warranty. Upgrade your standard warranty with Toshiba warranty extension, uplift and all-risks insurance packs.

Bundled hardware
AC adaptor
AC Power Cable

Bundled software
Toshiba utilities and drivers
On-line user's and modem manual
Toshiba Console
ConfigFree™
Connectivity Doctor
Microsoft® Office OneNote ™ 2003
Sonic¿ Record Now!
InterVideo® WinDVD Creator (2Platinum)
Norton Internet Security™ 2005 (90-Day Free Trial Version)
Toshiba Summit

Security features
Main hard disk (by screw)
Keyboard lock
Main memory (by screw)
BIOS password
Slot for Kensington Cable Lock
Wireless LAN switch
System password security

Special features
SM BIOS compliant
Spill-resistant keyboard
HD Audio support

Review

The A100 is a great value in the configuration that I tested. It offers performance that will be significantly faster than units in this price range with either shared memory video systems or lower-end dedicated video systems such as the GeForce Go 7300 and 7400 or ATI X1400. With the A100's excellent hardware specifications and the current promotion in Canada offering free Student/Teacher Microsoft Office with this notebook the only other thing a student will need is a carrying bag. Props to Toshiba for making this so easy.
Nothing is perfect, and the A100 does have a couple of areas that could be improved. I think the battery should be a 9-cell unit. Not being able to complete an average length DVD on a single battery charge is a bummer. I also think the keyboard could be stiffer, but that is coming from a confessed keyboard snob.
This is a competitive price range but the A100 is pretty tough to beat.

Source:
http://www.notebookreview.com

Toshiba Satellite Pro A100 7002 Review

Without compromising the performance and power for which the Toshiba brand is known, the Satellite Pro A100 is the lowest priced commercial notebook computer ever launched by the company.it combines mobility with the power and functionality required by todays buisness users.

Specifications

Processor
Type : Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology featuring Intel® Core™ Duo Processor T2300, Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection and Intel® 945PM Express chipset
Clock speed : 1.66 GHz
Front Side Bus : 667 MHz
2nd level cache : 2 MB

Operating system
Windows® XP Pro

System memory
Standard : 512 MB
Maximum expandability : 4,096 MB
Technology : DDR2 RAM (533 MHz)

Hard disk
Capacity : 60 GB
Certification : S.M.A.R.T.

Optical Storage
DVD Super Multi drive (Double Layer)
Compatibility : CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-R(DL), DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R(DL), DVD+RW, DVD-RAM
Maximum speed : Read: 24x CD-ROM, 8x DVD-ROM/ Write: 24x CD-R, 4x CD-RW, 10x HS CD-RW, 16x US CD-RW, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-R (Double Layer), 6x DVD-RW, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+R (Double Layer), 8x DVD+RW, 5x DVD-RAM

Display
Size : 15.4 "
Type : WXGA TFT display

Graphics adaptor
Manufacturer : ATI
Type : ATI Radeon® X1400
Memory : up to 128 MB
Memory type : DDR Video RAM + DDR2 RAM (system memory)
Connected bus : 16x PCI Express

Internal video modes
Resolution : 1,280 x 800
Maximum number of colours : 16.7 Million

Max External Video Modes
Max Resolution : 2,048 x 1,536
Max Colours : 4.3 billion
Max Refresh Rate : 100 Hz
Non-interlaced resolution with max refresh rate : 1,600 x 1,200

BIOS
ACPI : 1.0b
System Management BIOS : 2.3

Battery
Technology : lithium-ion
Maximum life : up to 2:08 (Mobile Mark™) hours

AC adaptor
Input voltage : autosensing AC adapter (100/240 V) for worldwide usage

Interfaces
1 x DC-in
1 x external monitor
1 x RJ-11
1 x RJ-45
1 x TV-out (s-video)
1 x i.LINK® (IEEE 1394)
1 x external microphone
1 x headphone (stereo)
4 (Rear 2, Right 2) x USB 2.0
1 x 5-in-1 Bridge Media slot (supports SD™ Card, Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro™, MultiMedia Card™, xD-Picture Card™)

Expansion
2 x memory slots (1 to configure)
Type : PC Card slot for 1x Type II card, type : ExpressCard slot
Number of expansion types : 1

Wireless communication
Wireless Technology : Bluetooth™
Compliancy : Wi-Fi®
Network Support : 802.11a/b/g integrated

Wired communication
Topology : Ethernet LAN
Speed : 10/100 Base-TX
Topology : international V.90 modem (V.92 ready)
Speed : 56 Kbps data (V.90) and 14.4 Kbps fax (V.34)

Sound system supported
Audio format : 16-bit stereo
Speakers : built-in stereo speakers

Keyboard
Keys : 86
Windows keys : 2
Hot Keys : 1
Special features : spill-resistant keyboard

Physical dimensions
W x D x H : 360 x 267 x 29.8 (front) / 36.8 (back) mm
Weight : 2.72 kg

Pointing device
Type : Touch Pad

Warranty
1-year international warranty. Upgrade your standard warranty with Toshiba warranty extension, uplift and all-risks insurance packs.

Bundled hardware
AC adaptor

Bundled software
Toshiba utilities and drivers
On-line user's and modem manual
ConfigFree™
Connectivity Doctor
Microsoft® Office OneNote ™ 2003
Sonic¿ Record Now!
InterVideo® WinDVD Creator (2Platinum)
Norton Internet Security™ 2005 (90-Day Free Trial Version)
Toshiba Summit
InterVideo® WinDVD™

Security features
Main hard disk (by screw)
Keyboard lock
Main memory (by screw)
BIOS password
Slot for Kensington Cable Lock
Wireless LAN switch
System password security

Special features
SM BIOS compliant
Spill-resistant keyboard
HD Audio support

Review

The Good
The display is good, bright and clear
Easy access to both the memory and hard disk
Hard drive is mounted in sturdy rubber frame for shock resistance
Firewire connector
Wireless on/off switch
Under load, the cooling fan is quiet

The Bad
No DVI output
No front/side facing power switch, making it more annoying to power on/off when being used as a desktop replacement

Source:
http://www.geekzone.co.nz