Interesting Laptop Stuff at IFA 2010

The 2010 IFA Show in Berlin is now over. Besides the Samsung Galaxy Tab, Toshiba Folio, and ViewSonic ViewPad tablets, Samsung’s new line of notebooks, and 3D laptops by Sony, Acer, and MSI, there were some other interesting laptop- and tablet-related items.

Here are some of them:

Acer has showcased a leather-cladded Acer Aspire One netbook. The clad is made by Gunter Mittasch leather manufactory in Germany. Acer has no plans to sell leather-cladded netbooks, and the presented unit was for display purposes only.


Besides their current notebook lineup, Dell had the PS511 and PS210 laptop speakers on their booth. The one-piece USB speakers output stereo sound. The 2-watt PS511 and 2.6-watt PS210 are priced at $35 and $30, respectively.


With these keyboard protectors you can customize the look of Sony VAIO E and Y series notebooks. The protectors are available in various colors and cost 25 Euros.


Sanho Corp showcased their HyperMac External Battery for MacBook laptops. The lithium-ion battery comes in 4 different sizes: 60/100/150/222Wh. For example, the largest capacity unit enables the latest 15-inch MacBook Pros to operate almost 26 hours on a single HyperMac bettery charge. It’s compatible with all models of the MacBook / MacBook Pro / MacBook Air line and has an additional USB port that powers any USB device (e.g. iPhone) simultaneously. Prices range from $199.95 to $499.95.


Golla unveiled their 2011 Generation Mobile collection of bags and sleeves for laptops and other electronic devices. They offer standard laptop bags, laptop backpacks, laptop sleeves, as well as cell phone, camera, and GPS bags, all in various designs for men and women.


Moshi presented their Codex cases for MacBook laptop family. The zipper design allows for use of MacBook while still in the case. Codex is checkpoint friendly and its Viscotex cushioning guards MacBook from shock damage, while built-in corner pads elevate MacBook for better ventilation. The cases are available in different colors and are priced at $65, $70, and $95 for 13-, 15-, and 17-inch MacBook / MacBook Pros, respectively.


Europe-based Anovis had their wooden laptop tables on display at IFA. The tables, designed for use on beds and sofas, are adjustable and include mouse pads. Prices range from 30 to 54 Euros.

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