Tuesday, 31 March 2009

Dell Studio XPS 13 on Engadget

Dell Studio XPS 13 unboxing and hands-on
We finally managed to wrestle one of the sleek Studio XPSs from Dell's mitts, and we've got the pics to prove it. At first glance, the 13-inch laptop is striking, with its leather wrapped back and high gloss finish. However, we have a few minor quibbles that make the laptop a little less exciting than we'd hoped. Firstly, the leather is a bit rippled across the top -- not a huge deal, but it skews the "design" aspect here. In a similar fashion, the super-glare display is just as distracting as it is on other screens of this type, and there seems to be another slight ripple -- or wave -- in the plastic (though this isn't wholly uncommon). Once you open the box, you're greeted to a matte, low-profile keyboard that feels terrific to the touch, though unfortunately the trackpad is not only minuscule in size, but located to the left of center, which makes no sense to us (especially on something of this size). For hands like ours, we found the experience to be a bit cramped. On the software side, the boot into Vista was certainly speedy, and though we had typical issues (crapware, pop-ups, general bugginess), the system still felt pretty snappy. We're going to be taking a more in-depth look -- especially at the capabilities of that NVIDIA GeForce 9400M G GPU -- but for now, feast your eyes on the gallery below!



Sunday, 29 March 2009

New 0.8 version of the sony-laptop module for Sony Vaio Z-series Linux users

Eva Brucherseifer and Matze have released a new version of the sony-laptop module:

- Integrated support for kernel versions 2.6.27 to 2.6.29
- uncomplete decoded buttons are not releasing key input events anymore (e.g.
rfkill and stamina/speed)
- known bug: stamina/speed switch gives same acpi event for both positions
- known bug: rfkill doesn't work properly if hw switch is off when module is
being loaded
- if you load the module with speed_stamina=3 the acpi graphics card settings
are not being touched. This is usefull if you want to run nvidia xp settings.

More information as usual at
http://www.basyskom.org/~eva/log_installation_vaio_z21vnx.html
Download at http://www.basyskom.org/~eva/sony-laptop-zseries-0.8.tar.bz2

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Nvidia-only Sony Vaio Z-series config starting with DamnSmall Linux

One of the Linux Sony Vaio Z-series users has managed to start the system with the nvidia-only configuration and provided DSDT information to the mailing list.

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Friday, 27 March 2009

Weekly recap

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Thursday, 26 March 2009

Kernel 2.6.30 and new rfkill support in Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux

Matthew Garrett's work on rfkill support for Sony Vaios has been proposed for merging into the main 2.6.30 kernel:

Newer Sony Vaios provide a new API for accessing platform functionality. It
consists of a set of standardised methods for enabling events and performing
queries. These are each identified by a unique handle. This patch adds
support for calling functions based on their handle and ports the existing
code for these machines over to it.


Newer Vaios provide a full featured rfkill implementation via their
platform methods. Add support for enumerating the available devices and
providing rfkill access to them. Support for the physical kill switch is
added, with the devices moving into the HARD_BLOCKED state when toggled.

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laptop.c |  186 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
 1 files changed, 186 insertions(+), 0 deletions(-)

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Tuesday, 24 March 2009

New rfkill support in Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux

Matthew Garrett has submitted rfkill support for Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux that will allow to switch off devices like wireless or bluetooth to save up on battery. More details in the mailing list:
http://lists.launchpad.net/sony-vaio-z-series

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Please contribute with your DSDT table

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Monday, 23 March 2009

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Saturday, 21 March 2009

Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux has a new version of sony_laptop module

A new version of the sony_laptop module has been released for the Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux community. The new version contains several improvements:

Current State:

- wwan/bluetooth/wifi on by default (when loading module)

- wireless switch correctly turns on/off wifi/umts/bluetooth (unloading umts takes about 1 minute)

- turning off nvidia card works, but cannot turned on (unchanged)

- buttons recognized (tested with acpi_listen): stamina/speed switch. All other buttons (S1/S2/eject/Fn keys) generate an acpi event, but the same for all unfortunately.


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Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux fingerprint sensor working

It's been reported in the Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux mailing list that the fingerprint sensor is now working using versoin 0.9 of fingerprint here and using a kernel with the sony_laptop patch applied (see available links on the website).

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Friday, 20 March 2009

More Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux news

The mailing lists have been seeing more activity recently. It's been reported that current versions of Ubuntu Jaunty 9.04 will install correctly with the Intel Stamina option in Sony Vaio Z-series laptops, with no need of any other previous manipulation. Also, Matthew Garrett has received the patches in the module that controls ACPI methods for the Sony Vaio Z-series laptop under Linux, and will seek to integrate this changes into the mainline kernel, together with options to turn off bluetooth and wireless devices, to lengthen the battery life for the laptop when not using these devices.

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Thursday, 19 March 2009

Recap of memberships

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Dell Latitude On -- ARM embedded Linux

Between the Poles: Working while Windows Boots III: Linux Alternatives Splashtop, Latitude On, Hyperspace, Presto
[...]
Dell has taken this one step further with something called Latitude On . Latitude OnDelllogo62 is a fully dedicated subsystem with its own low voltage processor, WiFi and WAN, operating system, and essential applications like email (Exchange and POP), view attachments, and internet. It is believed that the processor is ARM and Dell says the OS is an embedded Linux (not Splashtop). Dell laptop computers with Latitude On run Linux within seconds of pushing the dedicated Latitude On button. If you just use the ARM/Linux subsystem, Dell says you can expect days of battery life, not just hours which is what you can expect if you boot Intel/Windows. Of course if you need to do some serious work or play games, you can always boot Windows which will run using an Intel dual core processor.


Dell Adamo -- Engadget

Dell Adamo available for online ordering
's true, Engadget VIP Club cardholders -- the tasteful and elegant Dell Adamo is now available for online orders. With model names like Admire (1.2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 2GB memory, and a 128GB SSD -- starting at $1,999) and Desire (1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 4GB memory, and mobile broadband, also sporting a 128GB SSD -- starting at $2,699) the company's definitely reinforcing the laptop's savoir faire. Options include the "jet setter" package (with external DVD-RW) and the "Entrepreneur" (with external 250GB HDD). Available in Pearl and Onyx -- not that the suckers flying coach will be able to tell the difference.


Toshiba R500 -- A PC Mag

Toshiba R500 world's lightest, thinnest notebook. 64GB flash hard drive...
Toshiba's new Portégé R500 notebook computer is the world's lightest, thinnest notebook, with the longest battery life, according to Toshiba. And it still has a DVD super-multi burner. Drool.

On top of all that, the notebook packs a 64 GB high-speed NAND flash solid-state disk drive rather than a traditional 1.8" or 2.5" hard-drive.

The notebook has a 12.1-inch screen, weighs just under 999 grams and is only 19.5mm thin.

It also uses a transflective LED backlit screen, so that if you're using the notebook in bright sunlight, the light is actually reflected back out of the screen, providing excellent visibility even under bright light. (In fact, Toshiba recommends turning off the LED backlighting to save power if you're in bright sunlight.)

Toshiba claims a 12 hour battery life (take with a bucketload of salt, of course; the truth will come out in real-life APC Labs battery testing where a normal computing workload is simulated) via a six-cell battery.

The optical drive used in the machine is only 7mm thick -- that's only a couple of millimetres above and below the disc itself, which frankly, is a marvel of engineering. And it's still a burner, not just a reader.

Toshiba also claims this notebook makes less fan noise than most because its SSD drive generates much less heat, which reduces cooling requirements.

"The secret to the Portégé R500's ultra light and slim design lies in Toshiba's proprietary High Density Mounting Technology," the company said in a statement today.

"With this process, Toshiba engineers have been able to shrink the size of the notebook's motherboard by 35 per cent, innovate a super-thin LCD screen and 7mm DVD SuperMulti drive, and reduce the weight of the notebook hinges. This process allows key technologies to be included in the Portégé R500 without adding additional weight."

Although one doesn't usually expect much in terms of CPU power from an ultraportable notebook, the R500 includes an Intel Core 2 Duo ULV processor, running at 1.2GHz. The standard configuration is 1GB of RAM.

Tosh also claims the unit is ruggedised to withstand small drops and spills. It has a magnesium-alloy case, and during product design, underwent the "75cm drop test" and even "liquid submergence test". (Yes, according to the dictionary, that does mean "to put under water"... but we'd be fascinated to know more from Toshiba about how well an R500 would actually survive under such circumstances.)

The screen is designed in a "floating" mechanism, which means it is deliberately designed to move slightly if the case receives a knock, or pressure, in order to avoid cracking.

But the very best feature of all is left till last on the press release -- this one will be a big selling point. "An enlarged Toshiba logo for fashionable portability". Hmmm.

The Portégé R500 comes with a three year international parts and labour warranty, which includes free courier pick-up and return in Australia and New Zealand if something goes wrong. You've got to hand it to Tosh -- they may not be the cheapest, but they provide excellent service. (And let's face it, if you rely on a notebook, you do not want to be without it for very long at any time.)

Surprisingly, the Portégé R500 is not as expensive as it could be: it has an RRP of $3,300 or $4,125 depending on what model you select. The cheaper model trades the 64GB SSD drive for a 120GB traditional hard drive. Both models come with Vista Business and have draft 802.11n and Bluetooth built in.

Left ports: VGA port, USB port (with interesting looking 'lightning bolt' symbol, possibly indicating that this port is high-enough powered for external harddrives), mini Firewire 400 port, heat vents, USB (without lightning bolt), microphone, headphones, volumeLeft ports: VGA port, USB port (with interesting looking 'lightning bolt' symbol, possibly indicating that this port is high-enough powered for external harddrives), mini Firewire 400 port, heat vents, USB (without lightning bolt), microphone, headphones, volume

Right ports: wireless on-off switch, USB (no lightning bolt), ethernet, kensington cable lock (built into screen hinge... interesting)Right ports: wireless on-off switch, USB (no lightning bolt), ethernet, kensington cable lock (built into screen hinge... interesting)


Dell Adamo -- Gadgets and Gizmos

Dell Inc launches MacBook Air killer | Gadgets & Gizmos
Dell Inc unveiled its “luxury” Adamo laptop on Tuesday, calling it the world’s thinnest notebook
as it seeks to compete in the high-end ultra-portable market defined by Apple Inc’s MacBook Air.

The sleek, aluminum-encased notebook is 0.65-inches thick and comes with a 13.4-inch screen and a 128 GB solid-state drive. Shipping begins on Tuesday.

Starting at $1,999, the Adamo is positioned as Dell’s new high-end brand. Another configuration will sell for $2,699.

The device comes packed in a clear case along with an optional branded sleeve or tote bag from designer luggage and handbag label Tumi.

The Adamo is meant “to make a design statement, to surprise people that this is a Dell,” said marketing executive John New. “This is for the customer that has that discerning taste, and is willing to pay a little more for that.”

Dell has been working to generate buzz for Adamo, Latin for “to fall in love with.” Word of the PC began to leak late last year, and the company hosted an event in January in Las Vegas where it provided a fleeting glimpse of the laptop as it was held aloft by a model.

Apple helped launch the so-called ultra-portable category last year with MacBook Air which, at 0.76 inches, previously laid claim to the title of world’s thinnest.

The Adamo at 4 pounds is heavier than the Air, which weighs 3 pounds and is priced from $1,799. Most PC makers, including Lenovo Group, Hewlett Packard Co and Sony Corp also sell ultra-portables.

Dell has been trying to reinvigorate its consumer brand amid efforts to diversify its revenue base. Business customers make up around 80 per cent of Dell’s revenue, while PCs account for roughly 60 per cent.

Last week, Dell launched the $799 Studio One 19, a touchscreen all-in-one PC meant for family use in the kitchen or the living room. The Studio One 19 will be available first in Japan and then in other countries later in the spring.

Dell shares have slid 13 per cent since the start of 2009, while Apple’s have jumped 12 per cent. Dell, however, has outperformed Hewlett-Packard, whose stock has dropped 20 per cent since the year began.


Wednesday, 18 March 2009

Dell Adamo -- New York Times Gadgetwise

“Thinner”: The Sequel - Gadgetwise Blog - NYTimes.com
Call your product “the world’s thinnest,” and the line begins to form. In theory.

Dell’s just-announced “premium” computer notebook, the Adamo, starts at $2,000 and has the thin cachet. It is the first high-profile competition for the MacBook Air from Apple.

The Adamo, the subject of much speculation last year and a rather funky, if somewhat surreal, Dell demonstration at the Consumer Electronics Show in January, is 0.65 inches at its thickest point, with its guts wedged into a single piece of aluminum (did we mention MacBook?) and weighs about four pounds, about a pound more than the Air.

Adamo, which will ship later in March, is a brand as well as a piece, Dell says, and today’s entry is billed as a flagship model, which means lower-priced laptops are most likely in the pipeline. You’ll find all the usual component suspects here, including an Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 processor running at 1.2GHz (fairly pedestrian performance for two large, I think), 2 gigabytes of RAM and a 128-gigabyte solid-state drive, in keeping with the current fashion for thin notebooks. Also, two USB 2.0 ports, one combo USB/eSATA port, a DisplayPort output and Bluetooth/Wi-Fi.

Want an optical drive? There’s none on board. It’s an option, as is a Tumi carry-bag.

“Great design needs to be timeless and evoke emotion in people,” Alex Gruzen, senior vice president of Dell’s consumer products, said in a statement. ”While a premium computing experience was assumed for Adamo, the intent was for people to see, touch and explore Adamo and be rewarded by the select materials and craftsmanship you would expect in a fine watch.”

Well, the Adamo does tell time. But it’s facing economic headwinds — the MacBook Air has struggled to find an audience — at a time when thrifty might trump fashionable, certainly in the laptop arena. And the Mac is less ($1,799) with a faster chip. Still, if you want a Rolex, you want a Rolex.


Dell Adamo -- Wall Street Journal

New From Dell, a Luxury Laptop - WSJ.com
Dell Inc. began taking orders for its new ultrathin, high-end Adamo notebook computer, as the company strives to make inroads into the consumer PC market.

The Adamo, which starts at $1,999, is Dell's first foray into luxury notebook computers. It comes to market two years after founder Michael Dell returned as chief executive in an attempt to revive the struggling Round Rock, Texas, company.

With the Adamo, Dell follows rivals Apple Inc. and Hewlett-Packard Co. into extra-thin, lightweight notebooks. Apple created the category when the company introduced its MacBook Air laptop in early 2008. H-P last year introduced its Voodoo Envy laptop, which has a painted carbon-fiber case.

"We're focusing on the fashion" rather than technical features, said John New, Dell's director of consumer marketing. "We want the user to be presented with this and feel special about what they're getting."
[Dell Adamo] Dell

Dell's Adamo laptop will start at $1,999

The Adamo's metal case comes in black and iridescent white versions. Dell says that at 0.65 inch thick, it is the thinnest notebook personal computer in production. Its technical specifications are similar to Apple's MacBook Air, which starts at $1,799.
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* Dell Goes Thin with Adamo

Dell has also signed up the fashion line Tumi to design carrying cases for the Adamo.

When Mr. Dell returned as CEO, his company was grappling with a relatively weak presence in the consumer PC market. Mr. Dell said he would reinvent the company, which was known for selling low-price PCs in bulk to corporations.

The PC maker has since introduced new consumer PCs including inexpensive laptops and desktops. Last week, Dell also released a touchscreen desktop aimed at families.

Still, the weak economy and declining PC demand has hurt Dell's business. Last month, Dell said profit had plunged 48% for its fiscal fourth quarter.

The Adamo faces tough conditions. In addition to falling PC sales, the prices of computers have been sliding. Sanford Bernstein & Co. analyst Toni Sacconaghi recently said "a broad shift to low-cost computing is a long-term possibility" as consumers gravitate to less-expensive products during the downturn.

Mr. New said Dell doesn't expect to sell a high volume of Adamo notebooks, because the high price makes it a niche product. He added that Dell plans to expand the Adamo brand with other PCs.

Write to Justin Scheck at justin.scheck@wsj.com and Rex Crum at rex.crum@dowjones.com


Dell Adamo -- Slashdot

Slashdot | Dell's Adamo Goes After MacBook Air
"Adamo, pronounced 'A-dahm-o,' means 'to fall in love with' in Latin. Dell is certainly hoping you'll fall in love with this notebook's looks as well as its functionality. The Adamo's chassis is milled from a single piece of aluminum and features precision detailing with a scalloped backlit keyboard. Even the fan holes, which are punched out squares, have an attractive modern design. The Adamo features a thin 0.65-inch profile and weighs four pounds. The new ultra-portable will also offer Intel Core 2 Duo processors and DDR3 memory (up to 4GB), a 13.4-inch 16:9 HD display and a 128GB SSD hard drive. Pricing starts at $1,999 with Vista Ultimate 64." The Dell infomercial spokesmodel (video at the bottom of the link) concludes, "Adamo resulted from the union of technology with pleasure for the style-conscious individualist." OK, so he's no Steve Jobs.


Dell Adamo -- Ars Technica

Dell unveils slim Adamo ultra-portable with $2K base price - Ars Technica
Today Dell took the wraps off its new Adamo luxury notebook line. The aluminum-clad machine is billed as "the world's thinnest laptop," and its stylish casing and overall specs make it a worthy entry into the ultra-portable fray. However, the Adamo's $1999 starting price seems like an odd choice given the state of the economy and the popularity of inexpensive netbooks.

First, the specs: this notebook packs some pretty decent power into its 0.65"-thick, four-pound frame. The display is a 13.4", 1,366 x 768 pixel, LED-backlit flat panel with true 16:9 HD proportions, and has a built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam and microphone. It comes with either a 1.2GHz or 1.4GHz Core 2 Duo processor with a Centrino chipset and 2GB or 4GB of DDR3 RAM. The only internal drive option is a 128GB SSD, though Dell offers matching aluminum-clad external hard drives in 250GB or 500GB capacities, as well as external DVD-RW or Blu-ray optical drives. Of course networking includes draft-N Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and gigabit ethernet—3G "mobile broadband" is an add-on option, but it doesn't appear to be available in Dell's configurator at this time.

On the outside, the styling is quite nice, and is far better than the styling from most mass-market laptops. Dell touts the fact that the Adamo's case is milled from a single block of aluminum, a technique another well-known notebook maker uses in its entire line. A sliver version has "pearl" white paint in some areas and a fine, deco pattern etched into the aluminum. A black anodized version features a brushed texture on its service with matching "onyx" paint. The full-size keyboard has fairly large-looking keys with backlit characters. External connections consist of RJ-45 ethernet port, two USB ports, an unusual eSATA+USB "combo" port, DisplayPort, and a power-in arranged along the back, and an audio port that I'm assuming is on the side or front, since it doesn't appear in any of the photos I've seen so far.

The way Dell is marketing the Adamo—with slick photos emphasizing its style—practically begs for comparisons with Apple's MacBook Air. Both are carved from a solid block of aluminum for rigidity, have 13" glass-covered displays, use low voltage Core 2 Duo processors (Adamo likely sports the same small-footprint Core 2 Duos that debuted on the MacBook Air), have dual-channel DDR3 RAM, have no internal optical drive, and purport to be the world's thinnest notebook—Dell sneaks in under Apple with a 0.65" even thickness, though Apple chose a tapered design that varies from 0.16" at its thinnest to 0.76" at its thickest point.

Apple beats Dell with faster processors—1.6 or 1.86GHz vs. 1.2 or 1.4GHz—and far better integrated graphics. The MacBook Air uses NVIDIA's multi-core 9400M, while Dell is saddled with Intel's ho-hum Centrino IGP. The Air is also lighter—3.3 vs. 4lbs—and (surprise!) is less expensive. The Dell has an edge in available ports, higher resolution screen, higher available RAM, and a slightly higher capacity battery that is said to eek out an extra half-hour of runtime. However, the MacBook Air still seems like a much better value, even if you want to use it primarily as a Windows machine.
Ports on the back of the Adamo
Pictured above is the rear port array of the Adamo, including the unusual eSATA+USB "combo" port.

The Dell competes fairly well with other high-end Windows notebooks, such as Lenovo's ThinkPad, Toshiba's Portege, and Sony Vaio ultra-portables, though it is one of the heaviest in the bunch. However, the Adamo also faces competition from similarly spec'd budget Windows notebooks and the increasingly popular inexpensive, compact netbooks. There are already rumors that Dell has a version of the Adamo in the works with a netbook-sized 9" screen. Netbooks may be all the rage, but we're not yet convinced that a luxury netbook will have a place in the current market.

The Adamo comes in a 1.2GHz processor/ 2GB RAM configuration for $1999 and a 1.4GHz processor 4GB RAM configuration for $2699, both with Windows Vista Home Premium. High-end, matching TUMI bags and sleeves, the aforementioned external drive options, various version of Microsoft Office, and some "premium service" options naturally add to the price.

Apple's MacBook Air has shown there are customers willing to pay a premium for power and a decent-sized screen in a thin, stylish, lightweight form factor. But with prices higher than the MacBook Air, already considered by many to be too expensive, the Adamo faces a tough challenge in an uncertain economic climate. Apple and Sony in particular have long commanded higher prices with their respective reputations for style. Will Dell be as successful moving its image upscale?


Tuesday, 17 March 2009

The day a Dell Adamo was born

The existing groups are still alive and kicking:


Dell Adamo -- BBC News

BBC NEWS | Technology | Dell's ultra-thin laptop on sale
Dell's ultra-thin laptop on sale
Adamo laptop
Dell say the Adamo is the first in a range of laptops

Computer manufacturer Dell has launched, what it calls, is the world's thinnest laptop.

The Adamo weighs 1.8kg and is 1.64cm thick, making it thinner, but heavier, than Apple's MacBook Air.

A spokesman for Dell told the BBC that the Adamo was a "fashion statement" and that it was the first in a range of luxury laptops from the firm.

The Adamo goes on sale at the end of the month, with a basic 1.2GHz Intel Core2D processor retailing at £1649.

"This wasn't a play against one particular brand," said Dell's marketing director, David Clifton. "This was about making a stylish product that's high in design and craftsmanship."

Economic gloom

Some might question the wisdom of launching a luxury laptop during one of the worst recessions on record, but Mr Clifton told the BBC that there was no downside to launching the Adamo at this time.

"The primary purpose of this launch is to broaden people's perception of Dell.

"There's still a luxury market out there and not many products in that market.

"We're really proud of our product," he added.

People make judgement calls not just on spec, but what something looks like
Tim Danton
PC Pro magazine

The editor of PC Pro magazine, Tim Danton, said the launch of Adamo was more about brand and perception than sales. He told the BBC that making "the world's thinnest laptop" would enable Dell to build a strong marketing campaign, just like Apple did.

"This is a 'hero product' that sits at the top of their range and, they hope, will start changing perceptions about Dell from being a businesslike brand into something more desirable.

Dell say it has put the same amount of effort into what goes inside the laptop as to how it looks like.

The 34cm (13.4in) screen is powered by Intel's X4500 graphics chip, while the system is driven by an 1.2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, with DDR3 system memory. The firm say the Adamo can run for up to five hours on a single battery charge.

"This is a fantastically specced-out system," said Mr Clifton.

Tim Danton said that the release would not just benefit Dell but the PC industry as a whole.

"It is vital the PC market is seen to produce attractive items.

"Times have changed and people make judgement calls not just on spec, but what something looks like and how that product reflects on them."


Dell Adamo now available in Europe

Dell Adamo Laptop Details
SLENDER FRAME
Measuring only 1.64 cm, Adamo's ultra-slim profile belies the powerful features within.

Inner Strength INNER STRENGTH
A tough, machined-aluminium chassis is graced with elegant detail.

Stunning Display STUNNING DISPLAY
The 13.4-inch 16:9 HD display with edge-to-edge glass offers an integrated 1.3 megapixel web camera.

Perfect Chemistry PERFECT CHEMISTRY
Advanced lithium polymer technology invites you to enjoy up to 4 hours, 53 minutes of battery life (preliminary)1 on a full charge.

Effortless Communication EFFORTLESS COMMUNICATION
Wireless N, Bluetooth, one RJ-45 port and optional mobile broadband2 help keep you in touch wherever you go.

Quick Wit QUICK WIT
The blazing-fast Intel® Core 2 Duo® processor with Centrino technology works in concert with DDR3 memory to deliver outstanding performance.


Dell Adamo -- Tech Ticker Blog

Tech Ticker | Dell announces expensive Adamo
Dell had been showing its sleek and stylish Adamo since CES, building up expectations about the wannabe Macbook Air killer without but never revealed its actual specs. Today, Dell finally announced the notebook with full specs and price. We say its beauty with slow brains. It’s the 13.4-inch model and is the very first in the Adamo line. The base price starts from a hefty $1,999 that gives a 1.2GHz Core 2 Duo U9300 processor, Intel X4500 graphics chipset, 2GB RAM, 128GB SSD, HDMI/DVI/VGA/USB ports, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and optional mobile broadband.

On the design front, the laptop has awed us before and it still does. It has a unibody enclosure, edge-to-edge glass display, magnetic coverplate to hide Microsoft’s authenticity label amongst other design innovations.

The notebook can be pre-ordered from today while the shipping will start from 26 of this month.

In other Adamo related news, Dell is soon going to launch a 9-inch Adamo notebook along with a 22-inch Studio One AIO.

You can check out a set of live pictures over here, hands-on by CNet over here and couple of new Adamo videos below.







[Via Engadget]


Dell Adamo -- SlashGear

Dell Adamo vs MacBook Air - SlashGear
Buyers will have to wait until March 26th to see their Dell Adamo, but CNET have managed to score Dell’s latest ultraportable early and, knowing what most of us are interested in seeing, have set up a shoot between it and the Apple MacBook Air. Both are competitors for the “thinnest laptop in the world” title; on paper the Adamo clinches it, at 0.65-inches, but in the metal the non-tapered chassis looks chunkier than the curved Air.

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As for the Dell Adamo on its own, they found it to be sleek and nicely designed, though the keyboard - which has keys more like the Dell Mini 9 netbook - flexed noticeably in the center. That’s likely to be tweaked in final production hardware; what hopefully won’t change is the metal trackpad, which CNET call “very good”. The glass-covered display is as glare and reflection susceptible as you’d expect, and at 1,366 x 768 Dell’s claim of “HD” resolution will disappoint anyone hoping for native 1080p.

CNET have also been talking to Dell’s design team about the Adamo’s clever magnetic cover, and the licensing regulations (Microsoft’s and the FCC’s) that demand stickers must be “accessible to the end user without the use of tools to see it.” For most notebooks that means they end up stuck to the underside, but with the Adamo Dell condensed as much information as could be into tiny etched text, and then put inescapable stickers like the Windows COA under the magnetic piece.

The Dell Adamo is available to preorder now, priced from $1,999. More details here.

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Dell Adamo -- PC Advisor

Dell to launch 'luxury' Adamo laptop today News - PC Advisor
Dell's much-hyped Adamo laptop - touted as a potential MacBook Air killer - will finally be launched today, according to reports.

Adamo, which Dell describes as a 'luxury laptop' has a light and ultra-slim design that makes it easy to hold with a few fingers. It measures 0.65in (16.39mm) at its thinnest point, and weighs around 4 pounds (1.8kg), with a 13.4in screen.

With prices starting at around $2,000 (£1,400) in the US, it isn't targeted at normal buyers, said John New, senior product marketing manager at Dell.

"It's for an affluent crowd, and somebody who's fashion forward, style conscious who wants to project an image of success and style. They probably have a fine watch, and nice, name-brand accessories, and we want this to be one of them," he said.

Dell Adamo laptop


The laptop uses new technologies that could make it a speedy machine - it runs on an ultra-low power Intel processor, supports DDR3 memory and includes SSD storage. A battery built inside the laptop provides about four to five hours of run time per charge.

Speculation around Adamo heated up late last year when observers suggested Dell was building a laptop as a response to Apple's MacBook Air. The rumour was confirmed when the laptop was shown to the press at the Consumer Electronics Show in January. Dell did not reveal its specifications at the time, saying Adamo was being shown to squash impending rumours about its existence.

Adamo is heavier and may be bigger than the MacBook Air, but it provides Dell an entrance into the ultraportable market to compete with offerings that include HP's Voodoo Envy. Dell could particularly face an uphill battle against Apple, which has a leg up with impressive designs and a loyal customer base that allows it to charge a premium for products.

Taking a veiled jab at Apple, Dell's New said that Adamo sacrificed size to bring more practical functionality - like the inclusion of an Ethernet port - rather than skimp on finer details. Apple has been criticised for not including an Ethernet port in the MacBook Air.

"You could do this exercise to make something super thin," New said. "We want to make sure we deliver performance and value and it's not just a fluffy purchase."

Dell has a history of fairly boring designs, but the PC maker has been aggressive about changing that, said Stephen Baker, vice president of industry analysis at market research firm The NPD Group.

"While not everything has been a success, I think their colours and patterns on notebooks have resonated well and they have been steadily improving the design appeal of their products," Baker said.

But as consumers cut back on spending during the recession, will anyone pay a premium for the laptop?

Adamo could do fairly well with affluent buyers who continue to spend on hardware and technology products, but it has to be positioned and marketed correctly, Baker said.

"People will spend [on Adamo]. This is not intended to be a high-volume, high-velocity item but more of a statement [product]," he said.

Prices for the laptop start at $1,999 with a 128GB SSD and an Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 ultra-low-voltage processor running at 1.2GHz with 2GB of DDR3 memory. The high-end version of Adamo is priced $2,699, with an Intel Core 2 Duo SU9400 ultra-low voltage processor running at 1.4GHz with 4GB of DDR3 memory.

The laptops include 128GB SSDs for data storage and run on 64-bit Windows Vista OS. Networking options include an Ethernet port and wireless 802.11n networking. Dell does not include an optical drive in the Adamo, but is offering external DVD-RW, Blu-ray drives and external hard drives with storage capacities of 250GB and 500GB.

Internal batteries are replaced by sending the laptop to a depot, New said. He couldn't predict how many days a user would have to wait to get the laptop back after a battery replacement.

The laptop is available worldwide starting Tuesday from the Adamo Web site.


Dell Adamo -- ITechNews

Dell Adamo to Challenge the MacBook Air | iTech News Net - Gadget News and Reviews
Dell officially announced its Adamo line of ultra thin notebook PC that is targeted at Apple’s MacBook Air. As the world’s thinnest laptop, Dell’s 13.4-inch Adamo weighs just four pounds.

The first Adamo notebook is the 13.4-inch model powered by Intel’s Core 2 Duo SU9300 processor, 2GB of DDR3 memory, a 128GB SSD and integrated X4500 graphics chipset. It has a 13.4-inch 16:9 edge-to-edge glass display and supports WiFi and Bluetooth. You can find two USB ports and a USB/eSATA combo port.

The Adamo by Dell will be shipped starting 26 March 2009 with a starting price of $1999.


Dell Adamo -- The Macbook Blog

Dell Launches Purported MacBook Air Killer (PC World) | The Macbook Blog
Dell on Tuesday launched its mysterious Adamo ultrathin laptop.


Dell Adamo -- The Standard

Dell launches purported MacBook Air killer | The Industry Standard
Dell on Tuesday is finally expected to launch the mysterious Adamo, a "luxury" laptop that could be the PC maker's response to ultra-thin laptops including Apple's stylish MacBook Air.

Adamo has a light and ultra-slim design that makes it easy to hold with a few fingers. It measures 0.65 inches (16.39mm) at its thinnest point, and weighs around 4 pounds (1.8 kilograms), with a 13.4-inch screen.

With prices starting at around US$2,000, it isn't targeted at normal buyers, said John New, senior product marketing manager at Dell.

"It's for an affluent crowd, and somebody who's fashion forward, style conscious who wants to project an image of success and style. They probably have a fine watch, and nice, name-brand accessories, and we want this to be one of them," he said.

The laptop uses new technologies that could make it a speedy machine -- it runs on an ultra-low power Intel processor, supports DDR3 memory and includes SSD storage. A battery built inside the laptop provides about four to five hours of run time per charge.

Speculation around Adamo heated up late last year when observers suggested Dell was building a laptop as a response to Apple's MacBook Air. The rumor was confirmed when the laptop was shown to the press at the Consumer Electronics Show in January. Dell did not reveal its specifications at the time, saying Adamo was being shown to squash impending rumors about its existence.

Adamo is heavier and may be bigger than the MacBook Air, but it provides Dell an entrance into the ultraportable market to compete with offerings that include Hewlett-Packard's Voodoo Envy. Dell could particularly face an uphill battle against Apple, which has a leg up with impressive designs and a loyal customer base that allows it to charge a premium for products.

Taking a veiled jab at Apple, Dell's New said that Adamo sacrificed size to bring more practical functionality -- like the inclusion of an Ethernet port -- rather than skimp on finer details. Apple has been criticized for not including an Ethernet port in the MacBook Air.

"You could do this exercise to make something super thin," New said. "We want to make sure we deliver performance and value and it's not just a fluffy purchase."

Dell has a history of fairly boring designs, but the PC maker has been aggressive about changing that, said Stephen Baker, vice president of industry analysis at market research firm The NPD Group.

"While not everything has been a success, I think their colors and patterns on notebooks have resonated well and they have been steadily improving the design appeal of their products," Baker said.

But as consumers cut back on spending during the recession, will anyone pay a premium for the laptop?

Adamo could do fairly well with affluent buyers who continue to spend on hardware and technology products, but it has to be positioned and marketed correctly, Baker said.

"People will spend [on Adamo]. This is not intended to be a high-volume, high-velocity item but more of a statement [product]," he said.

Prices for the laptop start at $1,999 with a 128GB SSD and an Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 ultra-low-voltage processor running at 1.2GHz with 2GB of DDR3 memory. The high-end version of Adamo is priced $2,699, with an Intel Core 2 Duo SU9400 ultra-low voltage processor running at 1.4GHz with 4GB of DDR3 memory.

The laptops include 128GB SSDs for data storage and run on 64-bit Windows Vista OS. Networking options include an Ethernet port and wireless 802.11n networking. Dell does not include an optical drive in the Adamo, but is offering external DVD-RW, Blu-ray drives and external hard drives with storage capacities of 250GB and 500GB.

Internal batteries are replaced by sending the laptop to a depot, New said. He couldn't predict how many days a user would have to wait to get the laptop back after a battery replacement.

The laptop is available worldwide starting Tuesday from


Dell Adamo -- PCMag

Dell Tips Ship Date, Specs of 'Adamo' Notebook - News and Analysis by PC Magazine
The industry was buzzing back in January when Dell leaked word about an Apple Macbook Air killer. The name Adamo, which means "to fall in love with" in Latin, was whispered numerous times at CES 2009, and several journalists, including myself, had the opportunity to lay their hands on it and take it for a spin.

On Tuesday, Dell finally confirmed the Adamo's ship date – March 26 – and disclosed the luxury laptop's official specifications. Dell also proclaimed the Adamo the world's thinnest, surpassing even the MacBook Air.

Designing the Adamo was like rewarding it with select materials that you would expect to find in a fine watch, according to Dell. It's derived from a single piece of aluminum (sounding awfully similar to Apple's much touted manufacturing technique.)

In short, the Adamo is an absolute sight to behold. All around, it measures 0.65 inches thick, which is about a tenth of an inch thinner than the Macbook Air's thickest part (the Air has a sloping design). Its 4-pound frame, however, is significantly heavier than the Macbook Air's (3 lbs) and the Voodoo Envy 133's (3.5 lbs).

There are two colors available: The silver anodized aluminum version is etched with interconnecting shapes, topped off by a pearl finish. The second, onyx black version, has its lid brushed with aluminum. Matching these designs are a full array of external peripherals and a complete line of TUMI designer bags.

To keep the unit as thin as possible, the Adamo is fitted with a protruding strip that forms the back of the unit. On first glance, it looks like an extended battery, but is actually where most of the ports reside. These ports include a DisplayPort, three USB ports (one of which is an E-SATA combo), and an Ethernet port. Like the Air and the Envy 133, an internal optical drive was completely out of the question, although Dell is offering an external DVD burner or Blu-Ray reader option. Wireless options include 802.11n, Bluetooth, and mobile broadband. Since the Adamo is Dell's premium brand, a 128-GB SSD is the only storage option available.

The Adamo is one of the first to use a 13.4-inch glass screen (the edge-to-edge glass screen is a big reason why the Adamo is heavier than its rivals), and is consistent with the latest movement to 16:9 screen formats. Both the Envy 133 and the Air use 13.3-inch widescreens, which are in line with the 16:10 aspect ratio. The resolution, therefore, is 1,366-by-768, and Dell isn't planning on offering a resolution higher than that. A new scalloped keyboard is also on display, and it features full size keys. The big touchpad, like the Apple laptops, has multi-touch gestures built-in.

The Adamo uses a 1.2-GHz Intel Core 2 Duo U9300, an ultra-low voltage processor designed to keep heat down to a minimum. Likewise, integrated graphics is used instead of a discrete graphics chipset, and 2 GB of DDR-3 memory is included. The non-removeable battery is an 8-cell unit, and is rated for 5+ hours of usage, according to Dell. As listed, this configuration is priced at $1,999. Dell will also have a $2,699 configuration, but hasn't disclosed any details. Stay tuned for a full review on the Adamo.


Dell Adamo -- PC World

Dell Launches Purported MacBook Air Killer - Business Center - PC World
Dell on Tuesday is finally expected to launch the mysterious Adamo, a "luxury" laptop that could be the PC maker's response to ultra-thin laptops including Apple's stylish MacBook Air.

Adamo has a light and ultra-slim design that makes it easy to hold with a few fingers. It measures 0.65 inches (16.39mm) at its thinnest point, and weighs around 4 pounds (1.8 kilograms), with a 13.4-inch screen.

With prices starting at around US$2,000, it isn't targeted at normal buyers, said John New, senior product marketing manager at Dell.

"It's for an affluent crowd, and somebody who's fashion forward, style conscious who wants to project an image of success and style. They probably have a fine watch, and nice, name-brand accessories, and we want this to be one of them," he said.

The laptop uses new technologies that could make it a speedy machine -- it runs on an ultra-low power Intel processor, supports DDR3 memory and includes SSD storage. A battery built inside the laptop provides about four to five hours of run time per charge.

Speculation around Adamo heated up late last year when observers suggested Dell was building a laptop as a response to Apple's MacBook Air. The rumor was confirmed when the laptop was shown to the press at the Consumer Electronics Show in January. Dell did not reveal its specifications at the time, saying Adamo was being shown to squash impending rumors about its existence.

Adamo is heavier and may be bigger than the MacBook Air, but it provides Dell an entrance into the ultraportable market to compete with offerings that include Hewlett-Packard's Voodoo Envy. Dell could particularly face an uphill battle against Apple, which has a leg up with impressive designs and a loyal customer base that allows it to charge a premium for products.

Taking a veiled jab at Apple, Dell's New said that Adamo sacrificed size to bring more practical functionality -- like the inclusion of an Ethernet port -- rather than skimp on finer details. Apple has been criticized for not including an Ethernet port in the MacBook Air.

"You could do this exercise to make something super thin," New said. "We want to make sure we deliver performance and value and it's not just a fluffy purchase."

Dell has a history of fairly boring designs, but the PC maker has been aggressive about changing that, said Stephen Baker, vice president of industry analysis at market research firm The NPD Group.

"While not everything has been a success, I think their colors and patterns on notebooks have resonated well and they have been steadily improving the design appeal of their products," Baker said.

But as consumers cut back on spending during the recession, will anyone pay a premium for the laptop?

Adamo could do fairly well with affluent buyers who continue to spend on hardware and technology products, but it has to be positioned and marketed correctly, Baker said.

"People will spend [on Adamo]. This is not intended to be a high-volume, high-velocity item but more of a statement [product]," he said.

Prices for the laptop start at $1,999 with a 128GB SSD and an Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 ultra-low-voltage processor running at 1.2GHz with 2GB of DDR3 memory. The high-end version of Adamo is priced $2,699, with an Intel Core 2 Duo SU9400 ultra-low voltage processor running at 1.4GHz with 4GB of DDR3 memory.

The laptops include 128GB SSDs for data storage and run on 64-bit Windows Vista OS. Networking options include an Ethernet port and wireless 802.11n networking. Dell does not include an optical drive in the Adamo, but is offering external DVD-RW, Blu-ray drives and external hard drives with storage capacities of 250GB and 500GB.

Internal batteries are replaced by sending the laptop to a depot, New said. He couldn't predict how many days a user would have to wait to get the laptop back after a battery replacement.

The laptop is available worldwide starting Tuesday from the Adamo Web site.


Sunday, 15 March 2009

Week round-up

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Saturday, 14 March 2009

One More Dell Latitude E4200/E4300 and Linux

One more for Dell Latitude E4200/4300 and Linux that is chasing Lenovo ThinkPad X301 and Linux...

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Thursday, 12 March 2009

Compiling and testing

The Linux on Sony Vaio Z-series mailing list has seen some recent activity. One of the users managed to compile 2.6.29-rc7 on his laptop. And it turns out using SSD drives with Linux Sony Vaio Z-series laptops should be fine and the reported issues where dute to a faulty SSD drive. On other news, the Samsung X360 and Linux site has now a doodle poll, which has already been accessed by some of its members.

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Wednesday, 11 March 2009

73! 14! 12! 8!

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Reached the 3-digit mark now!

Still, it's difficult to guess why the Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux group is so way ahead of the other Macbook Air Killer laptops but it's great to see the memberships reaching 3 digits now.

Keep signing if you are new to any of the groups:


Linux Sony Vaio Z-series and SSD drives

One of the users has been investigating a data corruption issue on the Sony Vaio Z91 with an SSD hard drive. Apparently neither the ext4 nor the jfs filesystems seem to work well on this system with an SSD drive, maybe due to an incorrect memory configuration between the graphic card and the cache space... More on this soon.

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Tuesday, 10 March 2009

News of the upcoming Dell Adamo -- more and more people are using Linux on the Sony Vaio Z-series laptops

News of the upcoming Dell Adamo: there is now a buzz video animation of the laptop here.

On the Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux side, more and more people are signing on the Launchpad team and filling in the poll. Remember that you need to sign in to the Launchpad team for your membership to be reflected. The nvnews forum post will be gradually updated with the increase in signatories to ask for information on the Nvidia HybridPower feature under Linux.


Monday, 9 March 2009

More and more memberships

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Sunday, 8 March 2009

MacBook Air Alternatives from www.thelinuxblog.com

The Linux Blog » MacBook Air Alternatives
Ok, so there that been a lot of smugness in the Apple community about the new MacBook Air, which I must say is a stunning looking notebook. Although tiny it is still not the lightest of notebooks weighing in at 3.0 pounds. Here I’ve got an alternative to the MacBook Air. Although not as pretty it should get the job done.


Super-thin Eee PC on the works? Electrigpig says so

Super-thin Eee PC to rival MacBook Air | Electricpig.co.uk
A super-thin Eee PC to rival the MacBook Air will be launching as soon as April. Dubbed the Eee PC Shell, the super-thin Asus Eee PC could debut as soon as CeBIT next week. Find out what we know after the jump.

According to a Chinese newspaper, the Eee PC Shell will be a super-thin, 10.1 inch laptop with higher specs than the classy Asus S101, boast a better battery and a sub £500 pricetag. There’s no explanation of the Shell name, but we’d like to imagine a super-thin Eee PC with a clam shaped, curvy design.

We’re more than a little intrigued by this, as we thought the super-thin follow up to the Asus S101 would be the S121, which we saw on show at CES. It’s certainly skinny like a MacBook Air, but there’s nothing shell like about it. The CeBIT tradeshow takes place next week, so we’ll hopefully find out for sure then. Stay tuned


MSI-X Slim X340 on famegadget

MSI-X Slim X340 The Slim Laptop Like Macbook Air | FameGadget.Com | Hottest, Newest and Famous Information
MSI, netbooks are ultra presented something akin to a MacBook Air is one of these MSI-X Slim X340.

MSI X-Slim X340 out for bringing these features:

* Intel Core 2 CULVER only low to 1.4GHz.
* GS45 chipset.
* 13.4-inch screen.
* Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels.
* 250GB hard drive at 5400rpm.
* 1.3-megapixel Webcam.
* MSI X340 X-Slim brings WiFi-802.11 n, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR.
* It has video output VGA.
* HDMI.
* Two USB ports and input / output audio.

MSI will provide a 4 cell battery, increasing the weight up to 1.3Kg, holding a weight of NETBOOK.

MSI X340 X-Slim has a price rumored to be around the 699 € to 899 €, below the magic figure of € 1000, but only for a Core Duo with a 13-inch screen.


MSI X340 on CeBIT 2009

You will recall not very long ago MSI unveiled their latest plans to counter Apple’s MacBook Air with two new ultra slim laptops, the X340 and X360. And what we have here is the X340. At the time we knew very little, but now more specs have been revealed at the CeBIT. The X340 will be equipped with a 13-inch wide LED display in the golden 16:9 ratio, the X340 will support various multimedia functions with HDMI and built-in Blu-ray.




Xrandr details for Lenovo ThinkPad X301 and Linux

The Linux on Lenovo ThinkPad X301 mailing list has seen details about the use of xrandr to modify the screen resolution when using an external monitor. More and more users are subscribing to the Sony Vaio Z-series and Linux Launchpad team, that has reached 66 subscriptions.

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Saturday, 7 March 2009

DSDT and Linux on Sony Vaio Z-series

Shift/Reduce
cp /proc/acpi/dsdt DSDT

And disassemble it:

iasl -d DSDT

In this two DSDTs there is a section like this:

If (CondRefOf (_OSI, Local0))
{
If (_OSI ("Linux"))
{
Store (0x03E8, OSYS)
}

If (_OSI (”Windows 2001″))
{
Store (0×07D1, OSYS)
}

If (_OSI (”Windows 2001 SP1″))
{
Store (0×07D1, OSYS)
}

If (_OSI (”Windows 2001 SP2″))
{
Store (0×07D2, OSYS)
}

If (_OSI (”Windows 2006″))
{
Store (0×07D6, OSYS)
}
}

So we just change

If (_OSI ("Linux"))
{
Store (0x03E8, OSYS)
}

to

If (_OSI ("Linux"))
{
Store (0x07D6, OSYS)
}

Do this on both DSDTs. And now we can compile them.

./iasl -tc DSDT

This will generate two files. One of them has the extension .aml (which is the one want).

Now here is the thing…He have to use just one DSDT at a time. Like, if we want to use the Intel we have to use the changed Nvidia DSDT, and if we want to use the Nvidia we have to use the changed Intel DSDT (Yeah that’s right, Nvidia DSDT for Intel and Intel DSDT for Nvidia).

Copy this changed DSDT to initrd and reconfigure it (This commands are for Ubuntu, so please check your distro documentation for specif instructions on how to do this).

cp DSDT.aml /etc/initramfs-tools/DSDT.aml

sudo dpkg-reconfigure linux-image-$(uname -r)

Now reboot/supend/shutdown and if we have the DSDT for the card you want and have the card itself enabled it should work! But you still have to go to XP to switch form one card to another, which is not that bad I think…I’ll be using the Intel for like 99% of the time :)

If you have any doubt just ask, I asure you this is working great! :)

Btw, here are my changed DSDTs just in case (just compile them and put them into initrd as above).

http://dl.getdropbox.com/u/563152/DSDT_Intel_changed.dsl
http://dl.getdropbox.com/u/563152/DSDT_Nvidia_changed.dsl

Edit: Just added the missing command to disassemble the DSDT before changing it.


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Friday, 6 March 2009

Samsung X360 on Best Deal Sonar

Solid Ultraportable Samsung X360-34G 13.3-Inch Laptop | Best Deal Sonar
Samsung X360-34G 13.3-Inch Laptop (1.2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 Centrino 2 Processor, 3 GB RAM, 120 GB Hard Drive, Vista Business)

X Series Premium Notebook with Windows 32-bit Vista Business; 13.3″ Wide LCD (1280×800 WXGA, 300 nits, Backlit); Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology, Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 processor (1.2 GHz, 1066 MHz FSB, 3 MB Level 2 Cache); 120GB, 1.8″ HDD, 5400 RPM; 3GB DDR3 RAM, 1066 MHz, expandable to 4 GB; Intel GM4500MHD shared Graphics; 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, 10/100/1000 BaseTX LAN; 6-Cell Lithium Ion Battery, 5900 mAh; Fingerprint Reader, Trusted Platform Module (TPM); 1.3 Mega Pixel webcam, Kensington Key Lock. NO optical drive!

Technical Details

* 13.3” Wide, 1280 x 800 WXGA, 300 nits LED Backlit
* Powered by Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology, featuring the Intel® Core™2 Duo SU9300 processor, 1.2 GHz
* 120GB, 1.8” HDD, 3 GB DDR3 1066 MHz
* Intel® Intel GMA4500MHD shared, 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, 10/100/1000 BaseTX LAN
* 6-Cell Lithium Ion, Genuine Microsoft Vista® Business - 32 bit, 1.3 Mega Pixel webcam, Kensington Key Lock, 2.9 lbs

Small, Light, and Beautiful

Encased in durable magnesium alloy and sleek aluminum, the SAMSUNG X360 is absolutely stunning. Ultra-slim in thickness and depth, it still has amazing strength and superior durability without the bulky weight.

The lightest notebook in its 13.3-inch LCD class, the X360 is designed to go almost anywhere. With a weight of only 2.8 pounds, the SAMSUNG X360 increases your possibilities, without sacrificing performance.

Samsung X360-34G 13.3-Inch Laptop
LED-Backlit Display

The 13.3-inch SuperBright LED backlit LCD display gives you up to 30% more display space than traditional screens with an incredible 300 nits of brightness. And you don’t have to sacrifice quality or battery life no matter what you’re working on. Images are vibrant, rich with bold color and improved viewing angles.

Up to 8 Hours Battery Life

Maximize your productivity and work on a single battery charge for a full work day. The 6-cell Lithium Ion battery provides stellar battery life for hours of continuous use.

Reliable Security

The X360 features a trusted Platform Model to keep your data safe and secure. Also, with its integrated biometric fingerprint reader, log-on, and data encryption, it will be virtually impossible for others to access your important data.


Thursday, 5 March 2009

More Linux on Dell Latitude E4200/E4300 members, more activity in the mailing lists

Another member joined the Dell Latitude E4200/E4300 Launchpad team, and this now surpasses the Linux on Lenovo ThinkPad X301 team on number of memberships (12 + 1 unactive). People has been active on the mailing lists, with questions related to mousepad configurations or screen resolutions.

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