Intel's Next Unit of Computing

We recently attended the quarterly Intel Channel Conference. The nice thing about attending these conferences is the constant reminders as to what Intel processors are capable of. More importantly though, we get firsthand view of what the next generation of computers will be. Early in the year, we were introduced to Intel's Ultrabooks, this final quarter of 2012, we meet what they call the NUC or as Intel calls it the Next Unit of Computing.

Featured product: Asus X401 series notebooks

Ever used a netbook but find yourself limited or disappointed with the specifications over time? Is the 10-inch and 11.6-inch screen too small for you? Do you find your laptop kind of heavy? Ever wanted an ultrabook but find the price out of your budget range?

Asus may just have the notebook for you. Originally, announced and exhibited on June 2012, the X401 series of notebooks is targeted for consumers who believe in this Taiwanese computer manufacturer's quality and craftsmanship but looking for a budget-friendly model.

Buying items overseas

Thanksgiving in the US is near and that means Black Friday is just right behind. That means sales and discounts on a lot of goodies. But here, we're going to talk about electronic goodies.

It is not surprising then that we will have Filipino expats abroad who will also take advantage of this moment for some hi-tech pasalubong. While Filipino retailers would rather you spend your money here in the Philippines than from some store in the United States, we're still willing to help out and give some advice.

Windows 8 Commercial

It's been playing on the television this past month. Following on the heels of HP's adverts for Ink Advantage printers, here is Microsoft's commercial for their new operating system, Windows 8:

Is the Philippines finally catching up that we have these tech giants finally making advertisements beyond print and now on television and billboards? Let's hope so!

Windows 8 has arrived

Windows 8 has arrived. Here is a look at the OEM version of the latest Windows operating system.

For comparison, on the left is the OEM version of Windows 7, to the right is Windows 8. Both Windows Vista and 7 feature an external packaging made of card stock that is basically a mold of the DVD case containing the installer. Windows 8 takes a more minimalist (though I imagine some would say cheap) approach by placing the product in a card stock envelope minus the DVD case.

So, when we open the package, here is what we get. Gone is the DVD case, replaced by a second card stock envelope. The design reflects the minimalist approach by Microsoft for Windows 8 and the color of the packaging is the same as the tiles you will see when actually using the operating system. The COA label also gets a redesign as well. I don't know if it will fit in the space provided by PC manufacturers in some laptop models but a rectangular shape is a good start.