Toshiba Thrive contrast to the iPad and most of the other competition

Ever since iPad fever forever altered the landscape for tablet computers, the onus has been on rivals to come up with something to make their slates stand out. The differentiating factor for the Toshiba Thrive, which recently went on sale, is in how this Android contender might ease the transition from laptop to tablet.

That's because Thrive, in stark contrast to the iPad and most of the other competition, adds features common to laptops but not the current crop of tablets.

This Android tablet has a full-size USB port you can use to connect flash drives with pictures, videos music and documents. There's a full-size SD slot as well to accommodate memory cards that serve the same purpose. An HDMI port with an optional cable lets you connect Thrive to a high-definition TV monitor for viewing on the big screen.

The battery is removable, too, though prying off the back cover is a challenge. There's a computer-like file manager program for managing content on the device. The Web browser supports Adobe Flash video with mixed success.

Toshiba says its "computing continuity" approach reflects a long-term view of the tablet space. The company envisions a future family of tablets that will work nicely with other Toshiba products, including computers and TVs.

The future is all well and good. But would-be buyers have a decision to make today. And folks who appreciate laptop features might, well, stick to a standard laptop. So Thrive has to thrive as a stand-alone tablet. Along those lines it's generally a solid choice. But in my view it's no equal to an iPad or a recent newcomer such as the HP TouchPad tablet. Other observations:

•The basics. Thrive runs version 3.1 of Google's Honeycomb operating system for tablets, with five customizable home screens. It has a 10.1-inch backlit display, and 1 GHz dual-core mobile processor. The model I tested has 32 gigabytes of memory and costs $579.99. The entry model, with 8 GB of storage, costs $429.99, or about $70 cheaper than the least expensive iPad. A more direct comparison is a Thrive with 16 GB, same as that low-end iPad. It commands $479.99.

The first Thrive models are Wi-Fi only. Toshiba hasn't announced any cellular partnerships, though it has promised a 3G model late in the year. Toshiba's reasoning for going Wi-Fi only initially is that most people use tablets at home. That may be true, but I use tablets in transit all the time, and I found the lack of a cellular option frustrating during a commute in which I had to rely on spotty coverage from the MiFi card in my pocket.

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On the front of the tablet is a 2-megapixel webcam and microphone. On the back is a 5-megapixel camera that can capture high-definition video (up to the 720p HD standard).

•Design. One of the first things you notice is how thick the tablet is, an accommodation to those full-size ports (not to mention a mini-USB port). Thrive is longer than the iPad 2; you get a bit more screen as a result. At 1.6 pounds it's also a tad heavier. But not so heavy or bulky that it is unwieldy to carry or use. The HP TouchPad I've praised also has extra girth. On the Thrive, a ridged, rubberized back makes it especially easy to grip. You can swap out the back panel for optional $19.99 cover back plates or to get at the battery.

•The app story. You can tap into Google's Android Market to purchase or fetch free apps, though there are far fewer tablet-specific apps compared with the iPad. Toshiba has also added its own App Place store, but there's no dedicated movie or video store. There is a Toshiba Book Place app that lets you buy and search for books. It lacks reviews or the kind of detail you'd find say in the Kindle or Barnes & Noble stores. And Book Place crashed on me. On the plus side, a synthesized voice can read kids' books aloud as words are highlighted.

Toshiba also includes trial versions of other apps, which I found annoying more than anything. For example, the supplied PrinterShare app lets you wirelessly print from the tablet; it worked fine in my tests. The problem is you can only print five pages before you must spend $12.95 to unlock the premium version that lets you keep on printing. The EA Sports Need For Speed racing game that was on the Thrive was also a teaser version.

•Power and performance. Toshiba promises up to 11 hours of battery life. But my test, cranking up the brightness to about 75% while running frequent streaming video over Wi-Fi, yielded closer to 7½ hours. You'll do better on an iPad.

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Battery preparation Before you begin you must fully charge the battery

Note: This is shareware and has a 30-day evaluation period. You will need to buy a copy if you wish to register the software and keep it. If you do not want to buy this software you should uninstall it after testing. We have no connection with PassMark.
If using an RM Window Box? system, log on as Manager. If using a Community Connect? system, you will need to log on as someone who has sufficient rights to run applications. Once installed, click on the small battery icon (third from the left at the top) to view the battery information.
The Percentage Capacity can be determined as follows:
(Full Charge Capacity/Design Capacity) * 100e.g. 2190mWh/4000mWh * 100 = 54.75%
Procedure if you cannot run BatteryMonIf the BatteryMon shareware program does not work, please follow the procedure below.
Battery preparationBefore you begin you must fully charge the battery. Do this by leaving the battery charging from its own AC adaptor.

Note: If the battery has already had a full charge - discharge - charge cycle in the last month, then you do not need to do this again.
Check the following:
Check the computer is indicating that it is receiving a charge (normally a flashing LED).Ensure that the AC adaptor you are using is the correct one. Each AC adaptor is normally labelled with the same serial number as the computer it came with.Ensure the mains supply is from a known good supply (e.g. use a power socket that is known to be working and is on all the time). In particular, do not use a mains supply in a 'charging trolley' or NoteBus as this may be the cause of the issue.Do not apply any pressure to the power plug, such as resting the computer on the low voltage DC power plug or allowing the AC adaptor to hang from this plug. This can cause poor contact and can damage the power socket inside the computer.
Testing procedure using BatCal (if BatteryMon test cannot be run)If using an RM Window Box system, log on as Manager. If using a Community Connect system you will need to log on as someone who has sufficient rights to use Control Panel and run applications.
Download the RM BatCal utility from the Download section below)to the Microsoft? Windows? desktop. This will help you test the battery. Follow the steps below to continue:

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Remove the battery from each computer and label it with the serial number of the computer. This is to ensure your warranty is valid, in case you need to return the computer for a warranty repair or battery replacement. For a valid warranty claim, the battery serial number must match RM factory records.Connect the AC adaptor so that the computer is working from the mains supply.Remove any PC cards (PCMCIA cards), USB devices and other peripherals.Disable the internal wireless card, if fitted (usually by means of a switch on the notebook). Wireless operation can reduce battery discharge times by up to 20%. (RM quoted battery life does not include wireless use).Disable any screensaver (so that you can always watch the screen).Run the BatCal program.Click on the Set Slow Discharge button - ensure that Slow Discharge is displayed in bold just below the View Result button.Click on the Begin Calibration button. The Control Panel - Power Options Properties dialog box will be displayed.Follow the instructions displayed in the BatCal window, e.g. turn all battery power settings to Never and set the power scheme to Portable/Laptop. If you have very poor battery life, you can also de-activate the Alarms settings, so that the computer does not shut down when it reaches a critical level.

This is because an uncalibrated battery can lie about its capacity and cause the notebook to hibernate when it is not actually empty.Click on OK to close down the Control Panel applet.Click on the BatCal pop-up dialog box that prompted you to set up the Control Panel settings.Click on Yes, when asked if you are ready to start the run.Remove the AC adaptor plug as prompted by the BatCal utility (normally the screen will dim). If your computer has been manually set to a high brightness level when running on battery you should set this to a medium level. High screen brightness will draw more power (e.g. five percent more) than a medium level of brightness.BatCal should now begin to log the battery charge.Leave the computer alone - do not close the lid.

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Tips to buy Inexpensive replacement battery for your laptop

A laptop allows for mobility. In the fast-paced environment that is so common these days, no one can ever do without an efficient access to information wherever he may happen to be. More than having a notebook that has an impressive operating system, it’s important to have at least one replacement laptop battery to make sure that you can still continue work even while on the go. It’s not enough that you learn to maximize the use of your current battery. Having another one on reserve is just as important as having a spare tire with you when you’re on the road.

Buying a replacement battery for your laptop can be a tedious task considering that you must have an odd number of options out in the market. There are various companies who manufacture various kinds of laptop batteries and each of these brands are quick to assure you that they only offer the most efficient output. For the novice, the choices may be so confusing so here are a couple of tips to get you started.
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A lot of people are inclined to believe that you should only buy your batteries from the manufacturer of your notebook itself. For instance, a Compaq Presario is supposed to only work with a spare battery made by Compaq and you simply can’t attain the same efficiency if say, you bought your battery from Hewlett-Packard.
But this isn’t necessarily true. If you try to closely examine your laptop, you will find that while the name of one maker is embossed on the case, the unit itself is made of different parts that were produced by different companies. The laptop battery is just one of them. Chances are your battery is manufactured by another company from which your notebook brand outsources a part of its production work. In this case, it’s perfectly fine to get a generic replacement battery provided that it’s of high quality.
When buying a spare battery, always go for those that offer at least a year warranty. Make it a point to verify the conditions surrounding the warranty so that you’re assured that you can have your battery replaced in case you find anything unsatisfactory about it. While batteries from old laptops may be cheaper than brand new ones, there are still many risks involved. For one, you may not be able to maximize the longevity of the battery.
If you’re going to buy a battery from the Internet, it goes without saying that you should only transact with trusted websites. It’s better if you buy your battery from a company that has an available customer support line. This is one way to determine the quality of their products. There are usually a hundred different websites offering computer peripherals and accessories that you can browse through so you’ll have a wide variety of choices available for you.
With regards to the type of battery, it’s recommended that you go for a Lithium ion replacement battery. This type is perfect for newer laptops, has a better output and is relatively lighter than others. However, make sure that your laptop can handle a LiON battery.


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Top Tips to optimize battery for your Laptop

For on-the-go computing, your battery is your best friend. Knowing how it likes to be treated is the first step to keeping both of you happy.

• Keep battery contacts clean. Battery contacts can get dirty or corroded over time, reducing the effective delivery of power. With your mobile PC turned off and unplugged from its external power source, remove the battery. Use a cotton swab dampened with rubbing alcohol to wipe the metal contacts on the battery and inside the device. Allow them to dry completely before reinstalling the battery and reconnecting to a power source. Repeat this procedure every two to three months.
• Charge your battery correctly. When you're on the road, be sure to carry a power cord and plug your computer in whenever you have the chance. Unlike the older-generation rechargeable batteries like nickel-based (NiMH) batteries (see next paragraph), modern lithium ion batteries can be partially discharged and recharged repeatedly with no harmful effects, but you should avoid fully discharging lithium ion batteries. Consult your owner’s manual for more specific tips on charging, and never use an AC adapter (power cord) or battery charger not approved by your device’s manufacturer.

• Completely drain nickel-based batteries periodically. If you're using an older laptop (at least three years old) with a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery, be sure to completely drain it and recharge it (every one to three months—consult your owner’s manual) to ensure that it will hold a full charge. (Most newer mobile PCs use lithium ion batteries, which don't need to be drained to maximize their capacity.) To drain a NiMH battery, simply turn on your computer, unplug it from its external power source, and let the computer run. To speed things up, you could start several applications, turn the screen brightness to its highest level, and ignore all of the great power-saving strategies below. After the power is completely drained, recharge the battery fully. This may take up to 12 hours.

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• Cool it. Your mobile computer generates heat, and higher operating temperatures reduce your device’s efficiency, which in turn demands more battery power and can shorten battery life. Make sure that your computer can “breathe”: Don’t let clothing, lint, or other obstructions block the cooling vents. See How to clean your computer for more tips on keeping your computer spotless and running smoothly.
• Carry a spare. Buying an extra battery is a good investment for your peace of mind. Battery prices vary widely. You can significantly increase the power available to you if you're willing to splurge a little. Contact the manufacturer of your mobile PC to find a replacement battery, or search here.

Store it properly. If you don’t expect to use your mobile computer for a week or more, it’s a good idea to store the battery, discharged to about 40 percent of full capacity, in a cool place. Click the battery status icon in the notification area of the Windows taskbar to check the current charge. Avoid storing a fully discharged—or fully charged—lithium ion battery for extended periods, as this can diminish battery life.


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How you can replace your laptop with the HP TouchPad

HP is the latest device manufacturer to enter the tablet market with their HP TouchPad. What sets the TouchPad apart from other tablets is the webOS operating system and its seamless multitasking. We also found that the user experience on the HP TouchPad was the closest to the iPad of all the different tablets we’ve tested.

In this video blog, Andy shows how you can replace your laptop with the HP TouchPad. All you need is the TouchPad itself and two accessories, the TouchStone Charging Dock and the HP Wireless Keyboard. With these simple add-ons you can use the new TouchPad in a very similar way to a traditional laptop. The key difference is that you don’t have a mouse – Instead you can use the touchscreen.

The HP TouchPad will be released in Canada on July 15th, retailing $520 for the 16GB. We expect there will be a lot more apps added in the near future. In the meantime, webOS has build-in apps for web browsing, e-mail, memos, Adobe Reader, maps, contacts, calendar, Facebook, YouTube and QuickOffice for creating and editing Microsoft Office documents. If you want more apps, the integrated HP App Catalog has a growing selection of webOS Apps for the HP TouchPad.

So what will it be--a tablet or a laptop? Come on, summer's speeding by and you'll be locked into a drab classroom sooner than you think. Tablets are all the rage today, but can a tablet replace a laptop in your must-have dorm-room gear bag? Maybe...or maybe not.

The HP Pavilion dm1z ($450) is either a puny ultraportable laptop or a superpowered netbook.The right hardware for you depends on what types of classes you plan to take, how intensive you expect your on-screen coursework to be, and which type of device you prefer. A tablet may not fit the needs of journalism, business, or law students, who must perform endless research and compose long documents, but it's perfect for chemistry or physics students who need a finger-friendly touchscreen for annotating formulas, or for medical school students who need an easy-to-balance slate as they make their rounds in a hospital.

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It may be that you'll want both a laptop and a tablet. Tablets are perfect for catching up on your notes while commuting to class by carpool, train, or bus; for taking notes unobtrusively; for reading; for tapping out email missives; and for Web surfing in a café or public area. A tablet can also act as a second, independent screen that you can use to call up Web references while writing on your laptop.

But versatile as it is, a tablet has limitations. Notably, it doesn't handle multitasking among multiple open windows well, nor does it offer convenient control over full-bore office apps like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Last year, Brooklyn's Long Island University was one of many that doled out Apple iPad tablets to incoming freshmen and transfer students. The maneuver was popular among students, but it didn't free them to leave their laptops at home; instead they used the tablet as a tool to complement their laptop as they walked around campus.

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Dell Inspiron 17R Laptop let you save money

This is a great time of the year for good deals on laptops, but the best ones are nearly always the offers that come direct from the manufacture and this usually means Dell. In this case Dell are pushing the new Inspiron 17R it has been around for a little while, but it is summer and time to get those sales going in the only way that Dell knows, Discount! There is not a massive amount off this machine, just $178, but it’s better than nothing and very disappointing for anyone who bought one of these last week at the full price of $877.99.

The Inspiron 17R is effectively a replacement for your desk top machine, it is that powerful with a second generation Intel Core i5-430M processor running at a nice 2.26 GHz, so this laptop can handle more or less anything that the user throws at it. Dell made this laptop big, with a huge 17.3 inch high definition LED Display with TrueLife and a pixel resolution of 1600 x 900, which performs nicely with the Intel HD Graphics or HD Graphics 3000 with up to 1.6 GB Dynamic Video Memory and the Integrated 1.0 mega pixel widescreen HD Webcam.

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Storage is made up by a memory of a 4 GB Single Channel of DDR3 SDRAM at 1333 MHz and a Hard Drive with 500 GB SATA hard drive (5400RPM). As expected networking comes in the form of an Intel Centrino Wireless-N 1030 and 1×2 bgn + Bluetooth and for portability the Inspiron 17R has a 48 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery, which Dell claims could last for five hours, but we suspect that the real figure is much less especially when everything is running at full blast.

The Inspiron 17R is one of the first laptops to cross our doorstep with two USB 3.0 ports. It also has a single USB 2.0 port, as well as a combination USB 2.0/eSATA port. Both HDMI and VGA video outputs are on board, and the WiDi support allows you to send a video signal wirelessly to a TV or other external display with an appropriate adapter. Dell sells Netgear's Push2TV WiDi adapter for $80.

Connectivity is top-notch with 802.11n (single-band) Wi-Fi, gigabit ethernet, and Bluetooth on board. The included My WiFi software from Intel can turn the 17R into a mobile hotspot. Other features include an internal DVD burner (a Blu-ray player is available), and an SD card slot.

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How to properly manage your laptop?

Although this site talks generally about laptops running Windows, many articles apply to any personal computer running any major operating system – Windows, MacOS or Linux. LaptopTips tries to look at all basic topics from a beginner’s prospective. After all, over 90% of all computer users would never leave the “beginner” category. Even most of the “power users” are usually experts in one area, mostly the use of a particular software, but may not be aware of basic hardware setup and troubleshooting.

Do you face these problems regularly in your computer(Dell inspiron 1720 battery,Dell latitude d830 battery)?  If that’s true then you have to do some to solve these problems.  Now here I am going to describe some tips for your desktop as well as for your laptop to run faster, smoother and last longer.

• Defragment your hard disk. It’s a necessary step for maintaining a good performance. It rearranges all clusters by their importance. Then CPU can easily access data more frequently.

Steps to follow:

1. Start > All Programs > Accessories > System tools > Disk Defragment
2. Select the drives and defrag.

• Remove your unnecessary programs from start up. Generally it works on background but occupies your valuable system memory.

1. Open “msconfig.exe” from run.

2. Disable your unnecessary programs from startup tab.

• Uninstall your unused programs that are waste your memory space or are not neededAcer batbl50l6 battery further. To properly uninstall those programs just follow the following steps.

1. Go to Start > Control Panel > Programs and features

2. Select unused programs and uninstall it.

• Run Disk cleanup. By doing this you can easily save some memory.

1. Start > All Programs > Accessories > System tools > Disk cleanup

2. Select the drive and click ok.

• Manually delete unnecessary files from your Hard disk.
• Always keep clean Internet cache, history and temporary files before use a browser. Whatever you run or open on your browser, it will save as temporary files. If you don’t erase your temporary internet files it may slow down your computer.
• Keep your registry clean. It’s a way to boost up your computer speed. Though the process needs some advance knowledge or you can also use some registry cleaner software. I think second one is the best choice for most of you. Before doing this on your system, it’s vital that you create a backup copy of all your important data.

1. Open “regedit.exe” from Run.

2. First Export a backup file of your registry.

3. After that you can manually delete “HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE.”- Registry files which stores registry changes to software and hardware.

[Caution: Needs some expert knowledge]

• Use an original good antivirus program. It’s a paid trick for you. If you got a registered version of an antivirus program then it will automatically protect your computer and also update virus definition automatically throughout the year. You may also be able to use total security program which include also anti spyware, antimalware, anti-Phishing, firewall protection and more.
• Another paid trick to speed up your computer is to upgrade your RAM. Definitely it automatically increases your computer speed.
• A tip for your laptop. Don’t keep your laptop on a surface that closes air to circulate.  It will be a vital cause for overheat and slow down your laptop. Its needs to circulate air freely. Otherwise you will face some unwanted problems.

This site contains a lot of concise practical advice on all basic topics that a modern computer user should be aware of, from initial hardware and software setup with data security in mind, to the “bare minimum” of preventive maintenance that would help your computer(Acer aspire 5520 battery,Dell inspiron 1520 battery) to work better and last longer. LaptopTips also deals with the more common computer failures, providing a step by step help on the symptoms, how to diagnose and fix them.

I think these will surely help you. But if you have any other tips on that topic then feel free to share with us in comments.

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Having a battery fully charged and the laptop plugged in is not harmful

The modern lithium battery can be charged regardless of its current percentage, given that it has absolutely no negative effect in its performance.

Many laptop users have this question and we will answer it right now:
The answer is: YES and NO, it depends on the situation.

Having a battery fully charged and the laptop plugged in is not harmful, because as soon as the charge level reaches 100% the battery stops receiving charging energy and this energy is bypassed directly to the power supply system of the laptop.

However there's a disadvantage in keeping the Dell d630 batteries in its socket when the laptop is plugged in, but only if it's currently suffering from excessive heating caused by the laptop hardware.

So:

- In a normal usage, if the laptop doesn't get too hot (CPU and Hard Disk around 40ºC to 50ºC) the battery should remain in the laptop socket;

- In an intensive usage which leads to a large amount of heat produced (i.e. Games, temperatures above 60ºC) the battery should be removed from the socket in order to prevent unwanted heating.

The heat, among the fact that it has 100% of charge, is the great enemy of the Dell inspiron 1520 battery and not the plug, as many might think so.

Battery discharges

Full battery discharges (until laptop power shutdown, 0%) should be avoided, because this stresses the battery a lot and can even damage it. It's recommended to perform partial discharges to capacity levels of 20~30% and frequent charges, instead of performing a full discharging followed by a full charging.

Laptop batteries contain a capacity gauge that allows us to know the exact amount of energy stored. However, due to the charging/discharging cycles, this sensor tends to be inaccurate overtime.

Some laptops include in their BIOS, tools to recalibrate this battery gauge, which is nothing more than a full discharge followed by a full charge.
So to calibrate the gauge, it should be performed, in every 30 discharge cycles, a full discharge non-stop , followed by a also, non-stop, full charge.

An inaccurate gauge can lead to the fact that the the battery capacity values are are wrong. The battery may report that it still has 10% of capacity when in fact it has a much lower value, and this causes the computer to shutdown unexpectedly.

Discharge (or charge) cycles consist of using all that Dell inspiron 1720 battery charge (100%) but not necessarily all at once.

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For example, you can use the laptop for some minutes in a day, using half its capacity e then fully charge it. If you did the same thing in the next day, it would be counted a discharge cycle and not two, so it may take several days until a full discharge cycle is completed.

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Why you getting silly with your Laptop?

Last Week,I stopped to pause on what it all means. Samsung Series 9 open on my lap, I looked at its curved lines and flowing form and wondered: is this enough?

I wondered if I was getting bored with laptops.

Moreover, I wondered if the laptop (Dell inspiron 1520 batteries) industry wasn't simply getting lazy amid a period in time that's seeing a computing revolution everywhere else.

Our current age is awash in new portable computing gadgets. Smartphones, now tablets. They get smaller, more advanced, and their designs keep changing, even on a monthly basis. Their OSes are fluidly redefining themselves--Android and iOS are adding new features and spreading their capabilities yearly. Windows 7 and OSX, meanwhile, feel frozen in time.

Of course, I'm extremely aware that manufacturers want you to feel that way. The iPad Tablets, and even new thin sliding convertible laptops...they're products to grab your money. They're not always what we need. I recognize that even as I cradle my iPad everywhere: it's a great gadget to use, but technically it's often superfluous.

Still, that venerable laptop--the computer Steve Jobs likened to a truck not so long ago--feels like the product of a bygone age. Too many laptops I review feel too similar to each other: subtle variations on a theme, adding a little RAM, a little hard drive space, a brighter screen, a slightly better battery. Few of them take risks and adopt new designs. Firstly, new designs are expensive. Secondly, new designs don't necessarily make a product better.

The current laptop industry has some big advantages in its favor: your average mainstream laptop is extremely functional, aggressively priced, and more than ample for anyone's everyday needs than it's ever been before. That's exactly what makes them hard to replace, or to even redesign. They're the best buys in the portable tech landscape.

However, I find myself using my home laptop less and less. If I'm commuting, I use my phone: at home, some combination of my phone and iPad. Days may pass before I open the lid of my old notebook, only to discover that I let its battery drain away in standby.

And yet...and yet, iPads can't be used as standalone devices. They require syncing to computers. I need my computer for certain tasks and advanced programs that simply don't exist on tablets or phones yet. So, I turn back to my computer for these odd jobs, which have become increasingly less common. If there's one device I'd need over any other in my home, the vote would still go to my laptop.

But for how long will this still be true for me? And, I wonder, can laptops reinvent themselves more aggressively to counter the growth of other gadgets?

It's a debate that I go back and forth on in my head, but the answer I keep coming to is always the same: laptops should take pains to catch up to where smartphones and tablets are heading, or risk becoming tech fossils.

The shape of a laptop is largely defined by its function: the size of its screen, a keyboard underneath, a hinge to hold it together--thus, the boxy, rectangular shape of a laptop. The essential design's changed very little since laptops first emerged decades Asus a42-v6 batteries ago. Meanwhile, the average touch-screen smartphone bears practically no resemblance to the massive flip-to-talk phones of the 1980s. Can laptops take a design leap in another direction--slide-out keyboards, more modular designs? Or, have sparser touch-screen devices simply one-upped the laptop's form? Are devices like the Sliding PC 7 and Acer Iconia the answer, or thin, longer-life laptops like the MacBook Air and Samsung Series 9? Or is a good, old-fashioned all-around laptop still the best design of all, stylishness be damned?

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