If you’re rather get an all-in-one desktop instead of a nettop like the LG XPION X30 we’ve just seen then maybe the new Lenovo C100 all-in-one desktop is the home computer you need.

Prices start at $399 and you’ll get an 18.5-inch LCD display, a 2-inch thin chassis, a processor choice between Intel’s Core 230 or Core 330, DVD burner, four USB 2.0 ports, 1GB of RAM, 160GB of storage space and Intel’s GMA950. It will run only Windows XP for now but you could always upgrade it later to run Windows 7 too.

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Cyberlink unveils its latest video editing software, the PowerDirector 8, with a new list of features that should aid video editing fanatics in creating new and creative movie productions right from their very own desktop PC.

Among the new highlights of the Cyberlink PowerDirector 8:

• Effortless Pro-Like Results
• Video Upscaling Technology:
• Unique Editing Effects
• Up to 5X Faster Video Production
• New Ways to Share and Learn

For the editors, here are some of the new features you can do:

• Video Enhancement Tools
• CPU/GPU Optimization
• Particle Effects Designer
• Power Tools
• Improved Timeline Interface
• Sharable Effects, Disc Menus, and Timeline Views
• Multiple Publishing Options
• Customizable Photo Slideshows

The Cyberlink PowerDirector 8 is now available online and in various languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese and Korean. For pricing reference:

• CyberLink PowerDirector 8 Ultra $99.95
• CyberLink PowerDirector 8 Deluxe $69.95
• CyberLink PowerDirector 8 (upgrades) starting at $49.95

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To offer a spanking new look to PC computing, eMachines has come up with range of latest PCs, encased within a luminous white mini-tower with matching monitors. These monitors are ideal for a wide range of users and applications and will be a smart addition to any corner of your house.

The eMachines ET1300-02, ET1810-01 and ET1810-03 desktop PCs sports a shiny and bright white design accented with green LED lighting and delivers solid performance. All of them are bundled with a matching keyboard and widescreen display with built-in speakers.

Glenn Jystad, senior manager, eMachines commented, “Consumers on a budget looking for a solid performing PC will find some great choices in the new eMachines line-up. Our new mini-towers provide the horsepower and technology needed for today’s applications at a very reasonable price, and are stylish and compact as well.”

The price of the new eMachines PCs ranges from $299.99 to $449.99.

Hewlett Packard unveils a new line of desktop PCs, supposedly in time prior to the school opening but you can be assured that they have some specs catered towards home entertainment as well. Today, virtually any PC can be used as a great substitute in rendering home entertainment rants and with HP being a familiar and reliable brand, you can bet some consumers will dip their hands in getting one for their own personal use as well.

What makes these new HP desktops appealing is the fact that they come with an updated HP TouchSmart PC software. The new software enhancement provides an enhanced touch experience for enjoying photos, videos, music and more.

The new improved lines of HP Desktop PCs include:

• HP Pavilion Slimline s5000 series desktop PC – Stands at half the size of a conventional PC tower and is small enough to fit neatly on a desk or in a small office or dorm room.
• HP Pavilion p6000 series desktop PC – Provides a rich and rewarding experience when surfing the web,(4) mixing soundtracks or creating home videos.
• HP Pavilion Elite e9000 series desktop PC – Delivers performance and style for the most demanding multimedia tasks, from video editing to gaming and multitasking.
• Compaq Presario CQ5000 series desktop PC – A reliable and efficient PC for everyday use at an affordable price.

As for pricing of these new desktops:

• HP Pavilion Slimline s5000 series desktop PC starts at $289
• HP Pavilion p6000 series desktop PC starts at $269
• HP Pavilion Elite e9000 series desktop PC starts at $599
• Compaq Presario CQ5000 series desktop PC available for $379
• HP 2009m Monitor and HP 2159m Monitor start at $119 and $239, respectively
• HP SimpleSave hard drives are expected to be available in August starting at $119

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While looking for all-in-one desktops for your home or company, you should definitely check out ViewSonic latest model. Its most impressive feature is the thickness. At 35mm this PC is smaller than Apple’s iMac. Inside you’re going to find an Atom 1.6GHz processor, a DVD RW drive, 1GB of RAM and a 160GB hard drive. The display is a 19-inch LCD screen which should be plenty of space for all your work. What do you think? Feel like you’d like to upgrade some of those components already?

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Stealth Computer has a new compact and very tough PC, the LPC-625F which is really small and really portable. In fact it’s so small it doesn’t even have fans inside. What it has inside is an Intel Core 2 Duo Mobile processor, up to 4GB of memory, a 2.5-inch 500GB HDD or SDD, WiFi, Serial and eSATA ports, a DVI, an HDMI and an Audio 7.1 ports. The computer will cost $1,595. What would you choose between the new Mini or the LPC-625F?

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For the PC users of today looking for a wider and innovative LCD monitor, you may want to check out this new LCD monitor from Acer. Acer has unveiled a new 23-inch LCD monitor in the market, coinciding with their launching of their new desktop PC line in the United States.

The Acer H233H features a 40,000:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m2 brightness and a 5ms response time. It also offers 160-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles for an improved viewing experience. Additionally, the display supports VGA and HDMI as well as DVI (with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) for viewing digital movies, digital photos, PC files and copy protected content.

The display also features SensorTouch technology, a touch-sensing solution with effortless settings for one-touch convenience. The LED illuminated controls replace the buttons that are standard on many displays. These intuitive controls maintain the product’s streamlined look, while automatically sensing contact with the lightest touch.
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