Apple probably can't stop June 21 launch of Samsung Galaxy S III

Last Friday, Apples lawyers were threatening to file a temporary restraining order on Samsungs Galaxy S III to stop the device from going on sale on June 21, its launch date. Now that is hardly likely to happen.

Among the other Apple vs. Samsung cases that are going on right now in the United States, Apple was hoping that Judge Lucy Koh would make a preliminary injunction request for the Samsung Halaxy S III, to add to an existing pile of similar requests which Apple has made for Samsung products.

But, according to a report by Reuters, Judge Koh ruled that the requests would "overload her calendar". A date of July 30 has already been set for the trial on the previous Galaxy cases.

While Apple could still theoretically request a ban for a separate hearing date, it most likely wont be able to do so before the June 21 launch of the Galaxy S III in the U.S.

Its no secret that Apple thinks Samsung products are generally shameless ripoffs of their own. In the case of the Samsung Galaxy S III, a Samsung lawyer commented that Apple is only trying to "prevent a phone from getting to the public that is better than Apples in many, many respects."

"U.S. District Judge Lucy Koh in San Jose, California, effectively dashed Apples hopes of stopping the launch of Samsung Electronics Co Ltds new Galaxy S III smartphone, which also runs on Android. Koh had said Apples push to get a court order blocking the June 21 launch would overload her calendar… Koh last week said Apple could ask for a temporary restraining order against the Galaxy S III phone, but that would likely delay the trial over a Galaxy tablet and other smartphones. In her order on Monday, the judge said Apple would have to request a new hearing date if it wanted to stop sales of the Galaxy S III phone. That likely would not take place before the phones scheduled launch. Apple has not said what its next move will be."

-Reuters

Source:9to5mac

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ASUS X61Gx

The ASUS X61Gx notebook is designed for users who desire both high definition audio visual entertainment and extensive multitasking capabilities on the move. It is quintessentially trendy, imbued with Infusion styling that sets it apart from conventional notebook design. The X61Gx features Nvidia GeForce 9400M dedicated graphics that provide users with powerful graphics performance.

The ASUS X61Gx comes standard with high definition audio quality and a 16:9 Full High Definition (HD) display that providesincredible visual clarity and vibrant colors like that of a top-end entertainment system.

A newly adopted ‘Chocolate’ keyboard continues in the same functional vein by providing users with concave keys that fit the contours of the users’ fingers, offering excellent rebounding elasticity to ease typing over long durations.

The X61Gx also features the ASUS Express Gate, allowing users to boot up quickly and granting them instantaneous access to a built-in icon-based operating system that runs commonly-used applications such as Skype™, a music player, an email client and an Internet browser.

Specifications:
X61Gx (X61Gx20PYI32DPM)

•Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor Penryn T6400 (2.0GHz, 800MHz, 2MB L2)
•Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium
•nVidia GeForce 9400M with up to 256MB shared
•16” HD (1366x768) Colorshine & Crystalshine LCD; 16:9 aspect ratio
•2GB DDR2 RAM – DDR2 800MHz
•320GB SATA HDD
•DVD SuperMulti Double Layer Drive
•Integrated Bluetooth 2.0
•Built-in 1.3 Mega Pixels web-camera & Card reader
•Warranty: 2 years global warranty

Price: SGD1,398 (GST Included)
Availability: From 12th March 09 onwards

ASUS DSL-N10 2-in-1 ADSL modem and router with high-gain antenna for extended range

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Product highlights

The large, high-gain 5dBi external antenna provides greater Wi-Fi coverage than the 2dBi antennae typically used in wireless home routers, which means the DSL-N10’s signal extends to every room of a home or office environment.

Multiple SSIDs allow users to create up to four independent wireless networks with completely separate security and bandwidth prioritization (QoS) settings.

True plug-n-surf set up with an intuitive graphical user interface, three-step auto-detection of an ISP’s ADSL settings and WPS support for wireless devices.

Taipei, Taiwan — Home Wi-Fi users plagued by poor network coverage will be well served by the new DSL-N10 from ASUS. This combined ADSL modem and 802.11n Wi-Fi router features a high-gain 5dBi antenna for significantly greater signal range, which means users can enjoy wider wireless network coverage even in hard-to-reach locations.

Enhanced security through four separate SSIDs

The DSL-N10 further enhances wireless security with support for four SSIDs. These allow up to four independent wireless networks to be created, each with their own performance and security settings. As an example, users can operate a secure, high-bandwidth network for personal use alongside a more open, low-bandwidth network for guests, without compromising data privacy.

Compact design, simple set up

The compact design of the DSL-N10 makes it suitable for use in any room, while its ISP auto-detect setting means users will be online within seconds of plugging in to a wall socket. The graphical user interface makes network configuration simple, while WPS (Wireless Protected Setup) makes it easy to set up secure wireless connections between the router and other devices.

Optimized performance for all network applications

ASUS EZQoS settings also enable fast and easy prioritization of network traffic according to need, so low-latency applications like VoIP and online gaming remain free from the lag created by large file downloads.

Specifications

Wi-Fi: IEEE802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n

ADSL: ANSI T1.413 Issue 2, ITU-T G.992.1 Annex A (G.dmt), ITU-T G.992.2 (G.lite), ITU-T G.994.1 (G.hs), ITU-T G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis), ITU-T G.992.5 Annex A/M

WAN ADSL: 1x RJ11

LAN Ethernet: 4x 10/100Mbps RJ-45

Management: Web-based GUI configuration, Auto VPI/VCI detection, Diagnostics, Configuration backup and restore, Log and trace function

Utilities: ADSL settings wizard, Firmware restoration, Device discovery

Security: Built-in NAT and SPI firewall port, IP packet, URL, MAC filter

Encryption: WEP/TKIP/AES/WPA/WPA2, WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

Operating frequency: 2.4GHz

Data rate: Up to 24Mbps for ADSL 2/2+, Up to 150Mbps for Wi-Fi link

Wi-Fi channels: 13

Buttons: Wireless on/off, WPS, reset

Antenna: External 5dBi (detachable)

DC power adapter: AC input - 100-240V (50-60Hz), DC output - 12V/1A

ASUS To Roll Out 5 Models Of Classmate PCs

ASUS will roll out five types of low-priced PCs embedded with Intel`s Classmate platform in second half this year, posing heat to Quanta Computer in the competition in low-priced PC market. The five computer types ASUS will introduce are priced at US$ 199, US$ 249, US$ 299, US$ 399 and US$ 549 each. ASUS will contract AU Optronics to supply seven-inch LCD display screens for the computers. Industry watchers expect competition in low-priced PC market to heat up in the second half this year after the two heavyweight PC makers begin shipping the products.