Ultramobile
News, blogs, analysis, tips, discussion and how-to about ultramobile devices.
Five Standout Features to Watch for in an Ultrabook
Thu, January 05, 2012 - With dozens of ultrabooks set to be introduced at CES next week, choosing one will be difficult. Watch for these important features.
Ultrabooks to Get the CES Spotlight, Netbooks Get the Knife
Thu, January 05, 2012 - With ultrabook announcements expected to get all the attention at next week's CES, it's important to lament the ill-fated netbook -- left for dead by a callous and capricious tech industry. Patrick Thobodeau explains.
LG to Show New Ultrabooks in Las Vegas
Thu, January 05, 2012 - The smallest model has a 13.3-inch screen and weighs less than the corresponding MacBook Air model
Apple's Share of 'Ultrabook' Market Set to Plummet, Analyst Predicts
Mon, December 19, 2011 - Although Apple will sell an increasing number of MacBook Airs over the next two years, its share of the light-and-thin notebook market will fall as computer makers crank out Windows-powered competitors, an analyst said last week.
BlackBerry in 2012: More Trouble in Store for RIM
Wed, December 14, 2011 - RIM and BlackBerry smartphones and tablets could take some strides in the right direction in the coming year, but the outlook is mostly grim, writes CIO.com's Al Sacco.
Acer Sees Ultrabook Shipments on Track for Q4, with Price Drop in 2013
Wed, November 30, 2011 - Acer expects to meet its target of shipping 250,000 to 300,000 ultrabooks in the fourth quarter, it said Wednesday, after struggling with declining PC sales this past year.
Inside the iPhone 4S: Is It a Work of Art?
Wed, October 19, 2011 - Apple spared no expense putting together the iPhone, even on the internal design and materials used. But don't drop it.
Why You Shouldn't Buy a Discounted TouchPad Tablet
Tue, August 23, 2011 - Thinking of picking up one of HP's webOS-powered TouchPad tablets now that the price of the 16GB version has been cut significantly to a cool $100? CIO.com's Al Sacco warns that you should think twice before handing over your hard-earned cash. Here's why.
Four Reasons Why You Don't Really Need a Tablet PC
Mon, June 13, 2011 - Are tablet PCs the future of mobile computing? CIO.com's Al Sacco, says not to bet on it. Here are four reasons why the current popularity of tablets could prove to be a mere flash in the pan.
BlackBerry PlayBook Security Tips: How to Protect Your Tablet
Fri, April 22, 2011 - Boost your BlackBerry PlayBook tablet security and protect your personal privacy with these simple tips and tricks, from CIO.com's mobile maestro Al Sacco.


