There are many 13.3" notebooks, but in the weight class of ultra-light models under one kilogram, the selection is getting smaller: while there are currently just over 1,900 variants to choose from in sizes up to 14.1", the ...
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Dell XPS 13 (2017) 9360R - Hands-On
For a long time, dual-core CPUs with Hyperthreading were the highest of feelings in ultrabooks. With the Kaby Lake R processors, there are now also real quad-cores for on the go. The Dell XPS 13 9360 (2017) is such an ultrabook, which I ...
Continue readingASUS Zenbook UX32Vd-R4002V - annoying touchpad
ASUS wants to position a serious MacBook Air competitor with the Zenbook UX32Vd. However, there is one very important point that is lacking: The touchpad driver cannot process inputs as smoothly as Apple's devices.
Continue readingASUS Zenbook UX32Vd open (Video)
When I expanded the RAM from 4 gigabytes to 10 gigabytes, I also had the opportunity to create a short video of the ASUS UX32Vd's inner workings. Clearly visible: the two fans, which are responsible for the ...
Continue readingASUS Zenbook UX32Vd-R4002V vs. Ubuntu 12.04
Since it seems to be of interest, I quickly made a USB stick with Ubuntu Linux 12.04 "Precise Pangolin" ready and started it. The good news: basically everything works, WLAN, touchpad, sound, Bluetooth - ...
Continue readingASUS UX32vd-R4002V: first hands-on
Yesterday, DHL delivered the ASUS UX32vd in the variant with Full HD IPS panel and Nvidia GT 620M. After the installed Windows 7 Home Premium completed its setup and the essential settings are made (especially ...
Continue readingASUS Zenbook UX31A and UX32Vd listed - Update 2
The Zenbook Prime UX31A and the Zenbook UX32Vd (with Nvidia GeForce 620M), which are very interesting especially because of the display, are now listed at the first retailers. The UX32Vd is the slightly cheaper model, ...
Continue readingWhere is the Asus UX32Vd?
I am currently looking for an ultrabook - small (13.3″ display), light (under 1.5kg) and fast (so at least Core i5) are the requirements. Then a matte display as well as a resolution above the ...
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