Lenovo launches all-in-one desktop

During the local launch of the IdeaPad Y450 and Y650, the Lenovo also announced the immediate availability of its latest all-in-one desktop, the IdeaCentre A600.

Starting at S$2,199 (US$1,588.76), this machine is based on the laptop Intel chipset which means it comes with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth built-in. The 21.5-inch full-HD display has a 16:9 aspect ratio, which means a bigger viewing area for widescreen movies.
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Acer Z5600 all-in-one desktop PC: Twin-terabyte touchscreen

We like the idea of touchscreens, but if they mean we have to stop eating cake while working so as not to smear our screens with chocolatey goodness, we're not fussed. We are, however, tempted by the multimedia monkey that is the touchscreen Acer Z5600 all-in-one desktop PC.

The Z5600 boasts a 24-inch display you can touch and smear your mucky fingers all over. With a Blu-ray player built-in and 1080p picture, it looks to have movies in mind.
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Windows 7 will allow downgrades, too

With Windows 7, Microsoft is hoping to have an operating system that people won't want to downgrade from. That said, it does plan on offering users that option.

Downgrade rights have long been a part of the Windows license for certain versions, particularly for businesses. That said, the option gained notoriety with Windows Vista. With Vista, the downgrade right was not only marketed by computer makers, but, once Microsoft stopped selling XP, some PC makers sold Vista machines that were "pre-downgraded" to Windows XP.
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Windows 7 beta upgrade won't be easy

Those who want to move from the beta version of Windows 7 to the upcoming "release candidate" version will be able to do so, but it is going to take some work.

In a blog posting on Tuesday, Microsoft said that it is offering two options for going from the beta to the newer test version, which is due shortly. Neither is all that easy.

The recommended approach, Microsoft said, is to go back to Windows Vista and upgrade from that. Microsoft asked testers to follow this approach as it will help the company get more feedback on the experience that the typical user will have in going from Vista to Windows 7.

Those who really want to upgrade directly from the beta to the release candidate will be able to do so, but only using a series of convoluted steps.
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Mouse doubles as hand dryer, triples as seizure inducer

You're so funny, Japan. When I said someone should come up with a mouse that addresses the worldwide hyperhidrosis epidemic, I was joking. I didn't mean you should actually make one with a built-in fan.

Aside from the weird fan inside that keeps your hand cool, this Japan-only mouse, sold by the folks at eSupply for approximately US$21, also comes with a remote to type in messages that blink to life underneath the vents while you're not using it. Because that's exactly what Japan needs: More blinking lights.

The mouse is pretty small, so it can only support up to 12 characters. Therefore, brevity is key in getting your message across to co-workers. Message recommendations:
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