Lenovo IdeaCentre Horizon Table PC
Upset that you missed a chance to buy one of Microsoft's Big Ass Tables? You can come close with the new Lenovo IdeaCentre Horizon Table PC ($1,700). Sporting a 27-inch display, it's designed to lie flat on nearly any surface, letting two or more people use the screen at the same time. Obviously, it comes running Windows 8, and comes pre-loaded apps and games like Monopoly, FilmOn TV, Stagelight, and more. Pair it with the Multimode Table for the ability to use like, you know, an actual PC.
Apple iMac 2012
It'd been awhile since Apple had rolled out a new iMac design — and now we know why. The all-new Apple iMac 2012 ($1,300-$2,000) features an updated design that's just 5mm thin at the corners and is 40% smaller by volume than its predecessors. It's powered by quad-core Intel Core i5 processors, boasts a completely reengineered display that reduces reflections by 75%, can hold up to 32GB of RAM, and can be configured with the new Fusion Drive storage option that combines 128GB of flash memory with a 1TB or 3TB hard drive to offer most of the speed of an SSD with the vast storage of a standard hard drive. The 21.5-inch model is coming in November, while those wanting the 27-inch model will be waiting 'til December.
Alienware X51 Gaming PC
Alienware is slimming down in hopes of getting into your living room. The console-sized Alienware X51 ($700) is the company's smallest gaming PC yet, offering a 1080p high-def and 3D gaming experience with 7.1 surround-sound audio and an optional Blu-Ray drive. Sporting a matte black finish and dual-orientation chassis, the X51 packs in 2nd generation Intel Core i processors, NVIDIA GeForce GT or optional GTX graphics cards, Wi-Fi, HDMI, two SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports, 4GB of RAM, 1GB NVIDIA GeForce GT 545 graphics, and a 1TB hard drive.
Vizio PCs
As Apple gets ready to enter the TV market, Vizio is jumping into the computer business. While the company wouldn't tell us much, it's clear they're raising the bar when it comes to Windows-powered machines. The Vizio Computer Lineup ($TBA) consists of 24 and 27-inch all-in-one desktops (yes, everything fits in that skinny base below the screen), 14 and 15.6-inch slim notebooks, and a 15.6-inch full-size notebook. Not other many details are known except that the sexy PCs will run bloatware-free versions of Windows 7, appear to be crafted from aluminum and stainless steel, and that they'll launch in spring 2012.
Made-to-order Timepieces by Refined Hardware
The Los Angeles based craftsmen at Refined Hardware have finally released their second edition of luxury timepieces. These industrial conceptions are the ideal extension for the modern man, and follow the highly sought after, and sold-out, 'P1' edition. The 'P2' will showcase a flying tourbillon movement encased in your choice of billet stainless steel, PVD black steel, or a hand-finished bronze. A necessity for any connoisseur, only 33 pieces of each variant will be crafted so you better order yours today.
DarwinMachine Hammerhead Computer
Is it a flux capacitor? A futuristic exercise bike? An electronic sculpture made from salvaged water treatment components? Nope, it's the DarwinMachine Hammerhead Computer ($2,950). Inside its insane case lies a powerful blend of components, including a 2.93 GHz Core i7 CPU, 4GB of RAM, a 40GB SSD, a 1TB hard drive, a second drive bay, an optical drive, an nVidia ENGTX550 TI graphics card, and a copy of Windows 7 Home Premium. Good luck finding furniture to match.
Murderbox
Hardcore gamers, listen up: if your custom setup simply isn't cutting for you, perhaps it's time to invest in a Murderbox ($6,000 and up). No, it isn't a dangerous device meant to assail the local Best Buy employees until they hand over a new rig — instead, it's a sinister speed machine, custom-built to provide the ultimate in performance thanks to high-end, overclocked CPUs, liquid cooling systems, beastly GPUs, and multiple drives, all assembled in a display-worthy case. [via]
Apple iMac with Thunderbolt
Think desktops are dead? Think again. The new Apple iMac with Thunderbolt ($1,200-$2,000) brings quad-core Sandy Bridge Core i5 and i7 processors to the lineup, along with Apple and Intel's crazy-fast Thunderbolt port — two of 'em on the 27-inch model — FaceTime HD video chat cameras, updated ATI graphics, available SSD boot drives, and your choice between a Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad. It's a perfect companion for that other magic device in your life.
Thermaltake Level 10 Super Gaming Modular Case
Need a new box to house your custom gaming rig? The Thermaltake Level 10 Super Gaming Modular Case ($280) should do nicely. Sporting a crazy design based on the work of BMW Group Designworks, the Level 10 sports four cooling fans, a hinged side panel for easy interior access, intelligent cable management, five hot-swappable hard drive bays, plenty of accessible ports, including two USB 3.0 and four USB 2.0 connections, optional water cooling, and a fully black-powdered interior.
HP TouchSmart 610
Been patiently waiting for a touchscreen computer that won't kill your arms? Say hello to the HP TouchSmart 610 ($900). Based around a 60-degree reclining, 23-inch, LED backlit, 1080p LCD display with advanced multitouch, the slim all-in-one 610 features a host of touch-optimized applications from Hulu, Netflix, Rhapsody and Twitter, as well as HP's exclusive RecipeBox and webcam applications, a Beats Audio stereo speaker setup, a slot-loading DVD drive, a 6-in-1 digital media card reader, and Windows 7 Home Premium, which depending on your preference is likely the make-or-break aspect of what's otherwise a pretty cool product.
Lenovo IdeaCentre A320
Think the iMac is thin? Then feast your eyes upon the Lenovo IdeaCentre A320 ($700). Measuring a scant 18.5mm deep at its thinnest point, the A320 packs a 21.5 inch widescreen display, a second-generation Core i5 processor, HDMI in- and outputs, up to 8GB of RAM and 750GB of internal storage, and improved integrated graphics.
Apple Aluminum Mac Mini
We've long thought the Mac mini would make a great companion for an HDTV, but without the friendly connectivity options of its cousin the Apple TV, getting it hooked up was a bigger hassle than it was worth. Not so with the Apple Aluminum Mac Mini ($700). Completely redesigned, the new small fry is 7.7-inches square and just 1.4-inches tall, and packs an HDMI port (!), an SD card slot, a unibody aluminum enclosure, a 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 320GB hard drive, and 2GB of RAM. Fortunately not included is the external power brick from the old model, nor the embarrassment of needing to carry a huge beast of a box through the mall.
Lenovo IdeaCentre B500
With an angular, aggressive silver and black design, the Lenovo IdeaCentre B500 ($650 and up) has a love it or leave it design — but there's a lot to like underneath. Sporting an Intel Core 2 Quad processor, the B500 also packs discrete graphics, up to 8GB of RAM, 1TB of hard disk space, a 23-inch Full HD screen, integrated JBL speakers, and a 4-in-1 remote that acts as a motion-based game controller, VoIP handset, air mouse, and media remote.
