A Brief History of Laptops by Simon Goodman
... It was in the early 80s that the first truly portable computer was developed, the Osborne 1 did not have any batteries, (it had to be plugged in), but at least the data and computer could be transported. A couple of years later, in 1982, the Compaq computers were released. It is widely accepted that the Compaq was not much better than the Osborn 1 but because it was using the new popular MS-DOS operating system, (used on most IBM computers at the time), it proved an instant success.

Basic Technology History by Tyler D Falls
... It was the Epson HX-20, a battery powered portable computer, with a 20-character by 4 line LCD display and a built-in printer that started the new widespread desire for these laptop computers. In January of 1982, Microsoft's Kazuhiko Nishi and Bill Gates begin discussions on designing a portable computer, based on using a new liquid crystal display or LCD screen. LCD technology in 1982? Yeah that's right! Believe it or not we had the technology to make the LCD tvs and monitors that you've ...

The New Economy by Cynthia Kyriazis
... Hire a computer consultant or put time aside to explore all the time saving capabilities available through within one of your software programs. I use ACT! as my contact management program. This program does more than maintain information. It can automatically dial phone numbers and record those calls. No more writing down the number, picking up the phone and making the call. It saves time during a busy day. Using the Internet. The Internet can be a tremendous timesaving device.

Home Solar Panels by Ross Bainbridge
... The following are all available as solar-powered items: solar-powered radios; three-, six-, nine-, and twelve-volt selectable solar panels with two-AA chargers; rechargeable halogen lanterns; rechargeable flashlights with universal battery adapters/chargers; light pens; portable solar folding panels; portable power sources; electric fencers; plant turners; cool caps; bicycle lights; fluorescent lights; panels for computer notebooks; go-anywhere portable multi-power sources; energy kits; ...

Free Cell Phone Plans by Damian Sofsian
... They are portable computers. The ever-changing technology of cell phones is seeing a spurt in the number of features that are being incorporated in cell phones. You have calculators, cameras, GPRS, sophisticated online surfing options; you can send e-mails and whatnot on cell phones. With intense competition, these features are bound to increase. Who knows what will happen a decade from now? Maybe we will no longer have a handset, a sort of microchip would have been inserted into our ears ...

Office Organization: How to Use the Tool Professional Organizers Love by Karen Fritscher-Porter
... (A label printer that attaches to and works in conjunction with your computer would use your computer keyboard as the input device). You can view what you're inputting on a tiny screen on portable labelmakers, usually an LCD display similar to ones seen on cameras or handheld calculators. And while label makers are fun gadgets, they're more than just that. They're practical and useful devices. For instance, here are several ways Hatcher says you can use a labelmaker in an office setting: 1.

On-line Weight Watchers Diet Helper for Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) and Mobile Phones by Laura Ciocan
... As the popularity of low-carb diets has lost ground throughout 2004 and sales have dropped, the company behind the Atkins Diet is planning to launch a similar product for mobile phones and handheld computers on the market. The product, available at the beginning of 2005, will be so affordable that it will be within the reach of any dieter. The application is a carbohydrate counter to help dieters track the carbohydrate contents of foods, as well as their own daily carb intake.

Portable Technology: Getting to Know the Treo by Simon Canfield
... including English, German, Italian, Spanish and French. The Treo 650 CDMA model is only available in English. This fully operational communications center and handheld computer is among the top of the line in portable communications devices. Whichever model you prefer, you won’t go wrong with the purchase of a Treo. Its compact, lightweight design and comprehensive package is designed to meet the needs of virtually every user, without the inconvenience of bulk or exorbitant cost.