A Switzerland-based standards group wants to stop the madness of having a different charger for every laptop, and will publish a technical specification for universal laptop chargers early next year. The specification from the International Electrotechnical Commission will cover “a wide range of notebook computers and laptops,” and defines elements such as the connector plug, safety and environmental considerations, according to a press release. IEC already deserves some credit for its role in defining a standard for mobile phones two years ago, but that effort was largely assisted by the prevalence of Micro-USB connectors in smartphones. Creating a standard for laptop chargers could be trickier. Today’s laptop chargers come in all shapes and sizes, and cater to a wide range of power requirements. Case in point: HP’s Chromebook 11 uses a Micro-USB charger, but this solution would be impractical for more powerful laptops with bigger batteries.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here Continue reading at 'PC World'
[ PC World | 2013-12-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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A Switzerland-based standards group wants to stop the madness of having a different charger for every laptop, and will publish a technical specification for universal laptop chargers early next year. The specification from the International Electrotechnical Commission will cover “a wide range of... Continue reading at PC World
[ PC World | 2013-12-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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It’s now easy enough to find a laptop with a spiffy, super-vibrant OLED screen. But two OLED screens at once? That’s the stuff of science fiction — and, well, Lenovo’s weird Yoga Book 9i. But if you’re looking for a more conventional laptop design with a keyboard that just happens to go... Continue reading at PC World
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Amazon’s Prime Day sales event is here, and there are tons of great deals to be found on chargers and power banks. This year, Prime Day runs from July 16 through July 17, and includes some great bargains. So, whether you’re looking to snag a travel-friendly pocket charger or upgrade to a... Continue reading at PC World
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Mayor Eric Adams’ administration is mounting a push for state lawmakers to pass a set of bills loosening some of the rules that govern the city’s notoriously slow capital process, which city leaders say would allow major projects to get done more quickly and cheaply.The city needs permission... Continue reading at Crains New York
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Rev. Linda Barnes Popham says she’ll keep leading her Baptist church in Kentucky so long as her congregation stands behind her. Continue reading at CBC
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The Coalition of Content Provenance Authenticity aims to “advance the future of responsible digital media creation, publication and sharing”. Continue reading at Media Week
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There’s nothing more exciting to me than a laptop with unique features or an out-of-the-box design. While a slew of brand spanking new laptops were announced at CES this year, there were some that really stood out from the rest. From RGB keyboards on Chromebooks to portable laptops so thin... Continue reading at PC World
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Paul Pringle's work exposed serious abuses at the University of Southern California, but the dispute with his former co-workers may overshadow his book. Continue reading at The Washington Post
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Hoping to 'not just voice outrage,' but also to 'provide research and data,' the oldest publisher offers expert writings in 'Race and Power.' The post ‘Race and Power’: The UK’s Cambridge University Press Opens Free Access appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
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After unveiling its grand vision for the future of mobile computing at CES in January, Intel finally provided more detail on what exactly will be inside the “Project Athena” notebooks that will begin shipping later this year, showcasing how the company thinks the laptop market should... Continue reading at PC World
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The University of Salford has struck a partnership with learning resources provider Aspire Engage, a division of JS Group. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2018-06-21 00:00:00 UTC ]
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At the annual general meeting of Hachette’s parent company Lagardère, shareholders refused to appoint the candidates proposed by activist hedge fund Amber Capital and instead re-appointed Xavier de Sarrau as chairman of its supervisory board. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2018-05-05 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The past three years have been a busy time at GNUP. In 2014, it acquired the Australian company Images Publishing Group, which is known globally for its architecture and design publications, and global network of more than 2,000 architects and publishers. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
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Armed with a capital investment of 300 million CNY, the establishment of Beijing Normal University Publishing Group in July 2007 gave China its very first university press group to focus on educational titles. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-09-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The outcry began with a Facebook post: An actress, known for her role in “Django Unchained,” and her boyfriend accused a white Los Angeles police officer of mistreating her because she was black. The accusation touched a nerve at a time of increased public scrutiny of police, particularly how... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
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Members of the Society of Authors say current government policy on teaching children writing is destroying their enjoyment and creativity. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2016-05-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Now in its 45th year, the Feminist Press is pushing the boundaries of what “feminism” means. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
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Adicio has announced an agreement with Morris Publishing Group, LLC, a division of Morris Communications, that will launch new career centers at each of Morris’ 10 daily newspapers and 30 non-daily publications in 10 markets across the U.S. .. Continue reading at Editor & Publisher
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Publishers discuss how their new and upcoming titles consider the needs of women and girls. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-01-14 05:00:00 UTC ]
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The Little Tiger Group is bringing all of its imprints—Little Tiger, Caterpillar, Stripes and 360 Degrees—under the Little Tiger brand, with Thomas Truong promoted to the role of group publishing director. Continue reading at The Bookseller
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