Portable Computers

Apple Refreshes MacBooks

April 13, 2010

Apple is selling new notebook computers with the ability to toggle between processors.

What's an iPad Cost to Build?

April 8, 2010

ISuppli tore down the iPad to assess its material costs: $260 for the $500 machine.

Q&A;: Easing Laptop Typing Pain

March 31, 2010

A few suggestions on finding a comfortable keyboard for a laptop.

Cabling Your Mac

March 16, 2010

A new cable from NewerTech simplifies the transfer of high-quality video from your Mac to an HDTV.

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Turning Tapes Into Discs

By J .D. BIERSDORFER

What do you need to convert old VHS tapes to DVD on a laptop?

The Tech Savvy Lend a Hand in Haiti

By RIVA RICHMOND

With laptops and expertise, volunteers organized by a group called Crisis Commons have created open-source technology tools for aid relief and recovery in Haiti.

Screen Language, Deciphered

By J. D. BIERSDORFER

I’m shopping around for a laptop, but get confused at the different type of L.C.D. screens offered. For example, I have a choice of C.C.F.L. or LED what does that even mean?

Asian Computer Makers Move Into Riskier Ventures

By ASHLEE VANCE

Companies that once built devices to Silicon Valley’s specifications are now investing in start-ups so they can compete with their former customers.

Not Notebook Nor Netbook: Just Call It a Slim Book

By STEPHEN WILLIAMS

There’s no formal criteria for what puts a PC notebook into the “superslim” category, but it probably should weigh no more than three pounds and be no more than an inch thick.