The display performs as advertised, and has a few neat little tricks up its sleeve. There are preset launch buttons for a variety of programs as well as some screen-specific apps, like a photo slideshow, that have been adapted for touch and gesture recognition. There is also some interesting interaction between the lower and primary displays, with the former at time acting as an input pad for the active application, like a second, gesture-oriented touchpad.

The display really comes into its own when used as a raw display. Screen resolution is high enough that the screen is useful for displaying emails, and IM window or video without straining the eyes too much. Touchscreen capability is nice, but I suspect users will do most of their interaction with the touchpad with their mouse, as in this video.

The vid is needlessy drawn out, so skip ahead to the meatier bits starting at 1:15 and 4:05—HD is available if you click through. [Akihabara]

Secondary screen aside, the N7010 happens to be a full featured laptop with a 2.26 GHz Core 2 Duo Processor, 16-inch 16:9 LCD, Blu-ray ROM drive, HDMI-out and a trackpad that supports multitouch gestures. Other specs include up to 4GB RAM, 256 MB ATI HD 3470 video card, SD card reader, 1.3 MP Camera, eSATA port, Bluetooth and 802.11N wi-fi. Battery life is rated around 2.5 hours and hard drives come as big as 320 GB.

It should be noted that the N7010's secondary screen isn't connected in any way to Windows Vista Sideshow, and the feature is considered to be an industry first for laptops. The N7010 will begin shipping on November 10 and will start at $1500 on the Fujitsu website. [Fujitsu]

Fujitsu Adds Style and Substance to Three Corporate and Consumer
LifeBook Notebooks

LifeBook A6220 Gets Swappable Tartan Patterned Color Lids

SUNNYVALE, Calif. – Oct. 14, 2008 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced that three Fujitsu LifeBook(R) notebooks have been enhanced with new features that make mobile computing faster, safer and more stylish. The LifeBook A6220 desktop alternative notebook gets a dose of pizzazz with swappable tartan patterned color lids, while the LifeBook P8020 and LifeBook T2020 ultra-portable notebooks get performance boosts with the new Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 Ultra Low Voltage processor technology.

The LifeBook A6220 notebook with a 15.4-inch Crystal View WXGA display —previously enhanced with the latest Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 processor technology — joins the LifeBook A1110 notebook in offering the industry’s first swappable lids. Mobile professionals can choose from a tartan pattern in indigo, red or gold — and change lids by simply snapping them onto the LCD cover.

In addition to offering next-generation processor technology, the LifeBook P8020 notebook features a gesture-enabled touchpad. Both the LifeBook P8020 and LifeBook T2020 notebooks will offer solid state drive options later this year.

News Highlights
LifeBook A6220 notebook
Other notebooks ship with colored lids, but the LifeBook A6220 notebook lets mobile users express their personality with changeable colored tartan patterned covers. The tartan indigo design cover ships standard with the LifeBook A6220 notebook. The tartan red and gold lids are available on the Fujitsu website for $19.95 each.

Priced starting at $1,299(1) for a base configuration. Users can choose from a recommended configuration, or they can customize their LifeBook A6220 notebook including the lid covers using the Fujitsu Configure To Order (CTO) program. Available immediately through the Fujitsu website and select retailers/e-tailers(2)Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 processor technology with Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor P8400

Powerful ATI RADEON(R) HD 3470 with fast DDR3 dedicated graphics and up to 1.9 GB of HyperMemory support

Gesture-enabled touchpad for easy scrolling and zooming, and wireless USB option for added convenience
Removable dust-filter, spill-resistant keyboard and shock mount hard drive offer added reliability and peace of mind

Integrated HDMI port and optional Blu-ray(TM) optical drives for a high-definition experience
Fast E-SATA port for transferring photos and large files, and fast and longer range 802.11N wireless option

Fingerprint sensor option for security and password management

A clamshell design, one set of buttons sits on the outside of the device with another set inside. E-Ink drives the displays (for simple reading and power efficiency) and a stethoscope earpiece can issue vocal commands clearly.

While there appear to be a few UI flaws to the device (you make calls on the outside buttons, but the phonebook is on the inside), we really like some of the ideas, like RFID tagging important belongings that could otherwise be easily misplaced, and a "passive" camera that can automatically snag shots of people one talks to (combined with some automatic meta data, this could be pretty darn useful and a nice way to remember the family stopping by).

Hit the comments to talk about what you love/hate about the device. Because sooner or later, we may all need one of our own. [SinguilidDesign via medGadget]

It turns out that, surprise surprise, you pay a premium for a tiny form factor. The MacBook Air is seriously expensive for the guts you get inside, but Apple isn't the only company guilty of charging insane amounts for smaller computers. Just look at the Sony Vaio TZ150N, for example. $2,100 for a 1.06 GHz processor? Are you kidding me? I don't care how small, it's still a rip-off.

The best deal—if you don't mind an extra pound of weight and half-inch of thickness—is the Dell XPS M1330. It bests the MacBook Air in nearly every single category, delivering about 30% more processing power, 50% more memory, over 300% more hard drive space, plus a dedicated graphics card. All of this, for $300 less. But also, two hours less of battery life, thanks to the new smaller and more efficient Core 2 Duo processor in the MacBook Air.

But it's really no surprise that a form factor as striking as the MacBook Air's warrants a premium price. Super-slim and light laptops as a category have yet to come down from the stratosphere, dollar-wise. It's a form factor that SSD just makes loads of sense for, lightening them up and cutting down on battery life, but that drives the price up even further for the time being. Chips are still getting smaller and screen technology keeps improving. In a couple of years, these form factors will be reasonably priced with great specs, but until then, prepare to pay a huge chunk more for a bit less power, just so you can brag about having the thinnest computer on the block.

[Gizmodo's Macworld 2008 Full Coverage]

For $999, the 1.5 lb. handheld tablet comes preconfigured with 1GB RAM and 40GB HDD. The system delivers 5.5 hours of battery life and it's got a 5.6" LCD screen. There's an SD slot and separate slot for CF, and there's a convenient thumbstick at the top right for cursoring around the screen. Some little features did come as a surprise, especially for the price, such as a fingerprint scanner, the integrated Bluetooth and the VGA camera, as well as an included dongle for monitor and Ethernet. There's just one USB port, and the U810 supports all wireless except N. Speaking of wireless, during the first quarter of next year, a step-up edition will go on sale with HSDPA wireless for AT&T customers. Oh, and although the demo model they showed off had a matte white exterior, it will only be available in black finish in the US.

From the data sheet:

Powered be the Intel® Processor A110, the Fujitsu LifeBook® U810 notebook provides 800 MHz of robust processing power as well as efficient energy consumption. You will experience up to 5.5 hours1 of ultra-mobile computing on a single battery with this personal companion.

Product Versatility
It's a Hand-held. It's a Tablet. It's a Notebook. The LifeBook U810 deftly exhibits chameleon-
like versatility with its multi-functional design. Handle it like a Hand-held when you're on the move. Twist the screen, and it becomes a Tablet PC with pen input. Use it like a notebook, with a Qwerty keyboard. The LifeBook U810 equates unparalleled fun, and maximum functionality. Anywhere.
The 5.6 inch Crystal View WSVGA display offers you the best clarity and visual impact for your portable entertainment. All this amazing power in a form-factor that is compact enough so you can carry it around easily.
With the preinstalled Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium, the LifeBook U810 gives you the ability to listen to your favorite music, watch movies and experience the ultimate in digital entertainment.

With the preinstalled Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium, the LifeBook U810 gives you the ability to listen to your favorite music, watch movies and experience the ultimate in digital entertainment.

The LifeBook U810 features a 0.3 Mega Pixel integrated camera for easy communication with contacts and digital picture-taking. It truly epitomizes the idea of an all-capable ultra-mobile companion.

With advanced security features such as BIOS Lock3, Fingerprint Sensor, and Trusted Platform Module (TPM), your confidential data is assured against intrusion by unauthorized parties.

Bundled Software: Microsoft Works with Office 2007 Home and Student Trial (on Vista Home Premium model only), Microsoft Office OneNote® 2007 (on Vista Business and XP TPC model only), Microsoft Origami Experience Pack (on Vista models only), Microsoft Experience Pack for Tablet (on XP TPC model only ArcSoft Web Companion, Softex OmniPass, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Fujitsu Menu, Fujitsu Driver Update, Zoom utility, Bluetooth
Driver and Utility

Processor: Intel® Ultra Mobile platform 2007
Intel® processor A110 (800MHz, 512KB L2 cache, 400MHz FSB)
Intel® 945GU Express Chipset
Intel® ICH7U I/O Controller Hub

Memory: 1GB DDR2 400MHz

LCD: 5.6-inch Crystal View WSVGA, 1024 x 600 pixels, Touch screen
Video Controller: Integrated Intel® Graphics with 3D Accelerator

Resolution: Maximum internal display resolution: 1024 x 768, 16M colors; external
monitor resolution: 1600 x 1200, 16M colors; simultaneous display resolution: 1024 x 768

Digitizer: Electromagnetic (Active)

Hard Drive: 40 GB, 1.8-inch PATA Ultra DMA 100 (4200rpm), S.M.A.R.T. support

Optical Drive: Options include: Modular Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer (2.4x DVD-R/+R DL,
8x DVD-R/+R, 4x DVD-RW/+RW, 3x DVD-RAM, 8x DVD-ROM, 24x CD-R, 10x CD-RW,
24x CD-ROM), or, Modular DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive (8x DVD-ROM, 10x CD-RW,
24x CD-R, 24x CD-ROM), or, Modular DVD-ROM Drive (8x DVD-ROM, 24x CD-ROM)
Audio: RealTek ALC262 HD audio codec with built-in digital microphone

Wireless Communication: Bluetooth® v2.0, Realtek 8101L 100Base Ethernet, Atheros Super AG™ 802.11ABG wireless connection with dual antenna and Integrated Camera 0.3 Mega Pixel

User Interface: Keyboard with Glide Point: 56 key, 14mm key pitch, 1.3mm key stroke; Left click and
right click buttons, Fingerprint Sensor with vertical scroll functions
Connector Interface USB 2.0 x 1, VGA (external display) and RJ45 (LAN) via LAN/VGA adapter connector,
Audio-in, Audio-out, Power Adapter DC-in

VGA/Lan Adapter: External cable for connection to RJ45 (LAN), VGA (external display)

Card Slots 1 x Type I/II CF Card slot
1 x Secure Digital (SD) Card Reader

Security3 User and supervisor BIOS password, Boot Sector Write Prevention, Fingerprint Sensor,
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Battery1 Lithium ion Battery; 4-cells Li-Ion 5200mAh 7.2V; rated up to 5.5 hours

AC Adapter Input AC 100~240V, Output DC 16V 40W, 4.22A

Dimensions/Weight 6.73" (W) x 5.24" (D) x 1.04~1.26" (H)

Approx. 1.56 lbs.

Operating Temperature 41°F to 95°F/5°C to 35°C (ambient temperature); 20% to 85% relative humidity, noncondensing

Non-Operating
Temperature 5°F to 140°F/-15°C to 60°C, 8% to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing

Key Accessories For a full list of accessories, visit www.shopfujitsu.com or call 1-800-FUJITSU

Port Replicator Connector Interface:
USB 2.0 x 4, VGA (external display), RJ45 (LAN), Power Adapter DC-in

Its 2GHz Core 2 Duo T7300 processor can do some serious number crunching, and that ATI Mobility Radeon HD 2600 graphics chipset lets you seriously game on the plane. This mutha even has a subwoofer on board, and teamed up with its remote control, video optimization innards and 500GB of disk space ought to be enough to keep you entertained 24/7.

The basic model is around $1800, but if you add that Blu-ray drive and run up the hard drive space to 500GB, that'll cost you $2749. [Fujitsu, via PC Launches]

Fujitsu LifeBook B6210 and P1610 Go Flash [Laptop]

Fujitsu LifeBook P7230 Coming Soon [Laptoping]

The A3110 ($1,399) has an AMD Turion 64 x2 dual core processor, and is a bit lighter at 6 pounds. The A6010 is quite similar to the A3110 but with your choice of an Intel Core Duo or Core 2 Duo processor. It's $1149. They're all pretty, and all are available now.

These notebooks look a lot like Dell's offerings inside and out (well, except for that AMD one), with similar pricing, too. Pretty soon you'll be shopping price on notebooks just like you do any other commodity. See more appealing pics of all these luscious laptops, after the jump. – Charlie White

Product Page [Fujitsu]

LifeBook A3110

LifeBook A6010

LifeBook A6010

LifeBook A6420

[Fujitsu Korea to present 8.9-inch mini laptop via AVING]

To make this more appealing to medical technicians who are security conscious, there's a load of security features: "embedded Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Smart Card ready, optional biometric fingerprint swipe sensor, Fujitsu Security Application Panel with over 800,000 possible combinations, two-level hard drive password protection, and a security lock slot".

The laptop weighs 3.2 lbs and costs $1,599 for the XP version and $1,649 for the Tablet PC version. – Jason Chen

Fujitsu Announces the LifeBook B6210 Ultra-Portable Touch Screen Notebook [Fujitsu via MobileWhack]

Retail price for the Lifebook T4020 starts at $1,599, while the Stylistic ST5032 is selling for $2,499. Both are available now via Fujitsu's website.

Product Page: Lifebook T4020 [Fujitsu]
Product Page: Stylistic ST5032 [Fujitsu]
Press Release [Fujitsu]
Fujitsu unveils LifeBook T4020 and Stylistic ST5032 tablets [InfoSync World]