A Bevy of Laptop Links (and a couple of others)
DigiTimes notes that Acer and Vodafone will partner to offer notebook computers with integrated 3G wireless technology in Europe. This move is similar to recent US deals between major carriers and notebook manufacturers. The recent proliferation of such deals highlights two important considerations for investors in wireless carriers. First, the availability of high-speed data access is now sufficient to merit manufacturing integrated notebooks. Second, 3G data plans are quite lucrative, typically $60 per month in the US in addition to voice charges.
InfoWorld reports that T-Mobile will begin offering a converged wi-fi/cellular service that allows users to switch between networks on the fly, always getting the fastest available speed.
Because of the advances discussed in the stories above, the Columbus Dispatch brings a story about businesses shifting to laptops, allowing mobile workers to take their workstation with them.
Fuel Cell Today has a story on the possibility that fuel cells offering up to nine hours of battery life will be available next year.
Digit highlights Samsung’s demonstration at Cebit of a 32GB flash drive that would make your laptop run faster, quieter and more shock-resistant. One small problem – about a $900 price premium versus a similar size hard drive.
Random Roger reviews TheFlyOnTheWall news service.
Here is something every trader wants to have: a 24-display workstation (via engadget.)
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