Thursday, April 14, 2011
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
PSP 3000 Review
The PSP 3000 is the 3rd revision of the PSP hand-held console. It features some hardware revisions including a built in microphone and display screen with a faster response time and wider contrast and color range.
The PSP 3000 as shown at the bottom of the picture is compared with the PSP 2000 above.
However the new screen also comes with a noticable interlacing effect because the pixels are lined up horizontally. This is the only downside to the PSP 3000 and everything else about the unit is an improvement.
The brush aluminum ring on the back has also been replaced by a thinner chrome ring. To top off the physical changes the sides of the hand-held are more rounded off this time around to give the device a more smoother and streamlined look.
Though these changes are more of an industrial facelift the PSP still retains the same familiar look over all and is still the most recommended hardware edition due to the improvements.
However the new screen also comes with a noticable interlacing effect because the pixels are lined up horizontally. This is the only downside to the PSP 3000 and everything else about the unit is an improvement.
The brush aluminum ring on the back has also been replaced by a thinner chrome ring. To top off the physical changes the sides of the hand-held are more rounded off this time around to give the device a more smoother and streamlined look.
Though these changes are more of an industrial facelift the PSP still retains the same familiar look over all and is still the most recommended hardware edition due to the improvements.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Lenovo Thinkpad T500 Review
This is a comprehensive review on the Lenovo Thinkpad T500.
Thinkpad T500 (August 2008 - January 2010)
The Thinkpad T500 is a business class laptop. Depending on how you configure yours, it can run you anywhere from as low as $800 with Lenovo discounts to has high as $2000+.
Specs of the Review model:
$1140.00
CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo P8700 @ 2.53GHz
RAM: 4.00 GB DDR3
OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit
Switchable Graphics: Intel GMA 4500M (integrated) and ATi 3650 (discrete)
Display: 15.4" WSXGA+ (1680x1050) CCFL
Battery life: up to 4 hours on 6-cell || up to 7 hours on 9-cell || up to 8.5 hours on 12-cell (9-cell + ultrabay 3-cell)
Weight: 5.5 pounds w/6-cell || 6.5 pounds w/ 9-cell || 7 lbs w/ 12-cell (9-cell + ultrabay 3-cell)
Pros:
+WSXGA+ option on a 15.4" (high pixel density)
+Switchable graphics: Integrated for battery life/mobility || Discrete for docking/gaming/work
+Matte screen finish
Cons:
-Flimsy keyboard compared to previous thinkpads
T500 pictured below with default 6-cell battery. Note the nice rubberized LCD cover.
T500 with the 9-cell battery (Notice it sticks out the back)
The Thinkpad T500 is a business class laptop designed to be part of the elite class of laptops.
What this means is the default warranty lasts longer and servicing options include on-site techs being able to replace failed components without having the ship the laptop to a repair depot like most mainstream laptops. You can also have them send you recovery DVDs just by calling them up and asking.
In my case I purchased this laptop from Lenovo in January of 2010 with Windows 7 Pro-64 bit but I downgraded it to XP pro but eventually wanted to restore it to Windows 7 so I called them up and had them send me a pair of factory restore discs; free of charge.
Like all Thinkpads the T500 comes with the thinklight at the top to illuminate the keyboard in a dark room ad the trackpoint in the center of the keyboard with navigation buttons above the touchpad.
The thinkpad comes with many features:
VGA, DisplayPort, GigEthernet, 3 USB 2.0 ports, express 54 slot, firewire, SD card slot, external wifi switch, AUX input jack for stereo and one for mic.. It also features an RJ-11 modem port and a removable DVD-RW which can be swapped for a 3-cell battery.
Removable Ultrabay SuperSlim DVD-burner
Ultrabay 3-cell Battery
Pictures of the default 6-cell and optional 9-cell battery are shown below:
Top left: 9-cell extended life battery (~6.5 hours)
Bottom left: 6-cell battery (~4 hours)
Right: Ultrabay 3-cell battery (~2 hours)
Like other thinkpads prior to this one the T500 works with the Thinkpad Docking station from the previous generation thinkpads the T60, T61, T61p
T60/T61/T61p IBM docking station with Key
Key is stuck in the docking station as long as the dock is in unlocked mode.
Key is removable when the docking station is in the lock position.
The newer docking station for the T400, T500, W500, R400, and R500 does not need to have the key inserted in order to have the thinkpad in the unlocked state.
Notice how the newer dock is missing the IBM logo.
Being a Thinkpad means the laptop has the Thinkpad abilities that normal laptops do not feature. These include the liquid drain. Meaning if you accidentally pour water on the keyboard it will actually drain out the bottom and no harm will come to the laptop.
It also features the magnesium roll cage to protect the interior components and the LCD screen from flex damage. The hinges are also made of magnesium alloy which translates into strong hinges that don't become loose and wobbly like so many other laptops on the market.
The magnesium alloy hinge as shown below:
This is a laptop that can actually be picked up by the LCD screen and carried around wide open by holding the LCD screen with the body of the laptop hanging from the hinges.
The hinges also allow the LCD to open 180 degrees to the body of the laptop.
The main criticism of the laptop is the newer and inferior keyboard that it comes with.
Below are two thinkpad keyboards with the top and bottom of each shown.
The keyboard on the left is the original T60 keyboard. Notice the thicker metal backing. This keyboard when typed on had a true solid feel and very nice key press similar to regular desktop keyboard. Unfortunately the T500 keyboard lacks this metal plate and as a result feels softer and more flexible. I had to remove the keyboard and place some duct tape on the underside in order to make it feel more rigid like the older one. Even with the duct tape it still doesn't match the T60 keyboard in typing quality and feel. In fact, I'm time and time again I'm tempted to buy a T60 or T61 keyboard off ebay just to obtain the "feel of thinkpad".
Thinkpad Docking station aerial view:
The docking station adds the ports shown on it below.
From left to right:
4 more USB 2.0 ports for a total of 7.
1 PS/2 Keyboard/mouse input
1 RJ-11 modem input
1 Gigabit Ethernet Port
1 VGA port
1 DVI-D port
1 AUX input for mic
1 AUX input for stereo speakers/headphones
1 Serial DE-9
1 Parallel DB-25
AC input jack which uses the same 90W AC adapter that comes with the thinkpad.
On the side of the dock it also features an SPDIF audio and Kensington Security Slot
In conclusion, the T500 is highly recommended to Engineers and Business individuals looking for a professional, elite class computer that can function as a mobile workstation as well as a desktop replacement with the docking station.
The docking station allows duel monitor support. The only downside to this is one monitor has to be connected via VGA which has inferior image quality to DVI. Still the dock adds a lot of functionality to the thinkpad is is highly recommended to CAD users and people who need duel 1080p monitors or even duel WUXGA monitors.
Desktop replacement.
When fully connected to duel monitors, LAN ethernet, desktop keyboard, mouse, etc. the Thinkpad T500 functions as a desktop. The Dock also charges the battery while connected.
9.5 / 10 ==> Highly Recommended.
Thinkpad T500 (August 2008 - January 2010)
The Thinkpad T500 is a business class laptop. Depending on how you configure yours, it can run you anywhere from as low as $800 with Lenovo discounts to has high as $2000+.
Specs of the Review model:
$1140.00
CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo P8700 @ 2.53GHz
RAM: 4.00 GB DDR3
OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit
Switchable Graphics: Intel GMA 4500M (integrated) and ATi 3650 (discrete)
Display: 15.4" WSXGA+ (1680x1050) CCFL
Battery life: up to 4 hours on 6-cell || up to 7 hours on 9-cell || up to 8.5 hours on 12-cell (9-cell + ultrabay 3-cell)
Weight: 5.5 pounds w/6-cell || 6.5 pounds w/ 9-cell || 7 lbs w/ 12-cell (9-cell + ultrabay 3-cell)
Pros:
+WSXGA+ option on a 15.4" (high pixel density)
+Switchable graphics: Integrated for battery life/mobility || Discrete for docking/gaming/work
+Matte screen finish
Cons:
-Flimsy keyboard compared to previous thinkpads
T500 pictured below with default 6-cell battery. Note the nice rubberized LCD cover.
T500 with the 9-cell battery (Notice it sticks out the back)
The Thinkpad T500 is a business class laptop designed to be part of the elite class of laptops.
What this means is the default warranty lasts longer and servicing options include on-site techs being able to replace failed components without having the ship the laptop to a repair depot like most mainstream laptops. You can also have them send you recovery DVDs just by calling them up and asking.
In my case I purchased this laptop from Lenovo in January of 2010 with Windows 7 Pro-64 bit but I downgraded it to XP pro but eventually wanted to restore it to Windows 7 so I called them up and had them send me a pair of factory restore discs; free of charge.
Like all Thinkpads the T500 comes with the thinklight at the top to illuminate the keyboard in a dark room ad the trackpoint in the center of the keyboard with navigation buttons above the touchpad.
The thinkpad comes with many features:
VGA, DisplayPort, GigEthernet, 3 USB 2.0 ports, express 54 slot, firewire, SD card slot, external wifi switch, AUX input jack for stereo and one for mic.. It also features an RJ-11 modem port and a removable DVD-RW which can be swapped for a 3-cell battery.
Removable Ultrabay SuperSlim DVD-burner
Ultrabay 3-cell Battery
Pictures of the default 6-cell and optional 9-cell battery are shown below:
Top left: 9-cell extended life battery (~6.5 hours)
Bottom left: 6-cell battery (~4 hours)
Right: Ultrabay 3-cell battery (~2 hours)
T60/T61/T61p IBM docking station with Key
Key is stuck in the docking station as long as the dock is in unlocked mode.
Key is removable when the docking station is in the lock position.
The newer docking station for the T400, T500, W500, R400, and R500 does not need to have the key inserted in order to have the thinkpad in the unlocked state.
Notice how the newer dock is missing the IBM logo.
Being a Thinkpad means the laptop has the Thinkpad abilities that normal laptops do not feature. These include the liquid drain. Meaning if you accidentally pour water on the keyboard it will actually drain out the bottom and no harm will come to the laptop.
It also features the magnesium roll cage to protect the interior components and the LCD screen from flex damage. The hinges are also made of magnesium alloy which translates into strong hinges that don't become loose and wobbly like so many other laptops on the market.
The magnesium alloy hinge as shown below:
This is a laptop that can actually be picked up by the LCD screen and carried around wide open by holding the LCD screen with the body of the laptop hanging from the hinges.
The hinges also allow the LCD to open 180 degrees to the body of the laptop.
The main criticism of the laptop is the newer and inferior keyboard that it comes with.
Below are two thinkpad keyboards with the top and bottom of each shown.
The keyboard on the left is the original T60 keyboard. Notice the thicker metal backing. This keyboard when typed on had a true solid feel and very nice key press similar to regular desktop keyboard. Unfortunately the T500 keyboard lacks this metal plate and as a result feels softer and more flexible. I had to remove the keyboard and place some duct tape on the underside in order to make it feel more rigid like the older one. Even with the duct tape it still doesn't match the T60 keyboard in typing quality and feel. In fact, I'm time and time again I'm tempted to buy a T60 or T61 keyboard off ebay just to obtain the "feel of thinkpad".
Thinkpad Docking station aerial view:
The docking station adds the ports shown on it below.
From left to right:
4 more USB 2.0 ports for a total of 7.
1 PS/2 Keyboard/mouse input
1 RJ-11 modem input
1 Gigabit Ethernet Port
1 VGA port
1 DVI-D port
1 AUX input for mic
1 AUX input for stereo speakers/headphones
1 Serial DE-9
1 Parallel DB-25
AC input jack which uses the same 90W AC adapter that comes with the thinkpad.
On the side of the dock it also features an SPDIF audio and Kensington Security Slot
In conclusion, the T500 is highly recommended to Engineers and Business individuals looking for a professional, elite class computer that can function as a mobile workstation as well as a desktop replacement with the docking station.
The docking station allows duel monitor support. The only downside to this is one monitor has to be connected via VGA which has inferior image quality to DVI. Still the dock adds a lot of functionality to the thinkpad is is highly recommended to CAD users and people who need duel 1080p monitors or even duel WUXGA monitors.
Desktop replacement.
When fully connected to duel monitors, LAN ethernet, desktop keyboard, mouse, etc. the Thinkpad T500 functions as a desktop. The Dock also charges the battery while connected.
9.5 / 10 ==> Highly Recommended.
Googleバズ集団訴訟和解に関する重要な情報
電子メールを介してGoogleのほとんど接点のGmailユーザーが、私たちが作っている
例外は、我々は訴訟で和解に達したことをあなたが知っているように
Googleバズを（http://buzz.google.com）、我々はサービス開始について
Gmailの今年の2月に内。
まもなく、その打ち上げ後、我々はいた多くの人々から聞いた
プライバシー憂慮している。加えて、我々はBuzzのユーザーのグループによって訴えられた
最近、このケースで和解に達している。
決済は、我々はすぐに対処するためにサービスを変更されたことを認める
ユーザーの懸念。また、Googleは、850万ドルコミットしている
そのほとんどの企業が推進支援する独立したファンド
プライバシー教育政策ウェブ上で。また、教育よりを行います
プライバシーについて人々がバズに固有の制御します。より多くの人が知っている
オンラインでのプライバシーは、より自分のオンライン体験をされます。
ただ明確にすること、これが決済されていないがでGmailを使用している人
補償金を受ける申請することができます。 Gmailを使用して米国では誰もが
あなたが個人的に前にオプトアウトを決定する場合を除き、和解に含まれて
2010年12月6日。裁判所は、契約の最終的な承認を検討する
2011年1月31日に。このメールは、決済の概要であり、より
詳細情報および手順を含む、裁判所によって承認さ
、オプトアウトする方法については、オブジェクト、またはコメントする手順については、ご利用いただけます
http://www.BuzzClassAction.com。
Sunday, September 26, 2010
日本語の練習
テープを聞きます。
土曜日は学校でテニスをします。
マックで五時にハンバーガー食べます。
喫茶店でコーヒーを飲みます。
晩は家でテレビを見ません。
毎日、大学で日本語を話します。
僕は郵便局に行きます。
三時に図書館に行きます。
日曜日に喫茶店でコーヒーを飲みません。
土曜日は学校でテニスをします。
マックで五時にハンバーガー食べます。
喫茶店でコーヒーを飲みます。
晩は家でテレビを見ません。
毎日、大学で日本語を話します。
僕は郵便局に行きます。
三時に図書館に行きます。
日曜日に喫茶店でコーヒーを飲みません。
Droid X was updated without appoval
The Droid X has changed quite a bit after being updated to Android 2.2 (Froyo).
I don't like that they updated it without my approval.
Froyo 2.2 Pros and Cons:
Pros:
+added touch buttons for point and shoot camera and camcorder
+no more stuck pixels in camera mode
+scrolling is smoother and faster
+battery power manager is better
+can move apps to SD micro
Cons:
-Phone cannot go from louder...loud...vibrate....silent: can only go to vibrate now
-Swype Keyboard lost it cool dark colored keyboard (it looks like the regular keyboard now)
-New lock screen moved the music player down and it animates worse then 2.1 X lock screen
The New Swype Keyboard. Notice how it doesn't have the dark color with the dark blue buttons anymore. It now looks plain like the regluar multi-touch keyboard.
The new lock screen. It's debatable whether this is an improvement. Basically the date an time is now center aligned and the lock and sound sliders are just a dark blue and don't change color anymore when animating.
The new touchscreen shutter button. When pressed the camera will take a picture once the lens auto-focuses. This makes the camera more like the iphone and taking pictures and reduces the possibility of blurry images. The red physical shutter button on the side still works like a normal point and shoot camera shutter button.
A new touchscreen record button added when the camera is switched to video mode. This is to be consistent with the new shutter button. Again the red physical button also works as in 2.1.
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