PC and component maker Manli has apparently introduced a new model called the Manli M7 Series in Italy which packs a 12.1 inch, 1366 x 768 pixel display and a 1.3GHz Intel Pentium SU4100 dual core CULV processor. I say apparently, because that’s what Notebook Italia is reporting, but according to the Manli web site, the M7 is a 10.1 inch netbook with a 1024 x 600 pixel display and an Atom N270 processor.

I’m not sure if this just a naming mixup, but I certainly hope that the notebook featured on Notebook Italia is real, because it looks like a nice little system. It measures just under an inch (25mm) thick and has a 6 cell, 6 hour battery. It will reportedly be available in February with a choice of Linux, Windows XP, or Windows 7.

The laptop has 2GB of RAM, a 320GB hard drive, 802.11b/g/n WiFi, and optional Bluetooth 2.1, 3G, and a digital TV tuner.

via Netbooked

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Send an email to Jason Fitzpatrick, the author of this post, at jason@lifehacker.com.

Pc TV Tuner

The Hauppauge WinTV-PVR-USB2 is somewhat different from other USB TV tuners in that it has a larger screen, at 6.25 square inches. The retail price is $149, just like the Diamond Xtreme TV PVR600, and it has a remote control, which is fairly common. While both are better than average, it is about equal to the Diamond in image quality. However, because it doesn't come with A/V cables, you'll have to add them yourself if you want a video signal.

Stereo audio inputs, composite video and S-Video inputs occupy the front panel of the Hauppauge WinTV-PVR-USB2, while the back holds two coaxial connectors (TV and FM radio), a USB 2.0 port and a power connector. The only A/V cables that are included are a USB cable and an FM antenna, which is one area where the Diamond XtremeTV PVR600 tops the Hauppauge WinTV-PVR-USB2.

What's more, the Hauppauge WinTV-PVR-USB2's remote operates through an internal IR sensor which changes channels, pauses, rewinds, fast-forwards and records, yet can't run the set-top box. Having to purchase a separate IR blaster may be quite a nuisance to some.

You won't have to worry about extra hassle and confusion when installing the Hauppauge WinTV-PVR-USB2, though. Each connection is clearly marked, along with its corresponding destination. Ulead's MovieFactory 2 DVD authoring program is found on the disc that comes with it, as well as the software used to watch, record and pause live TV.

WinTV harmonizes with TitanTV's Electronic Program Guide (EPG) for more involved programming options. One complaint though is Hauppauge's lack of intuitiveness. In that respect, the Hauppauge WinTV-PVR-USB2 just doesn't match up with other programs, such as Windows Media Center.

Although the Hauppauge WinTV-PVR-USB2 never changed channels unexpectedly, unlike some other tuners, it had audio discrepancies. At times, we heard a disturbing squelching sound as we switched channels. This can be particularly annoying when you turn the volume up higher than usual.

However, the video quality was great, with each reproduction looking every bit as sharp as the original. Also, we got a great direct video signal from our set-top DVD player. Both the audio and video came out well.You won't get much use out of the FM tuner. As great as many of the other features were the FM tuner had trouble just keeping local stations. If you choose the WinTV-PVR-USB2, you'll need an external antenna for FM radio on your computer.

Overall, the Hauppauge WinTV-PVR-USB2 TV tuner performed quite well. Despite minor background noises on some channels, and a little bit of image softness, the viewing experience went extremely smoothly. Nothing that can't be observed with most PC tuner cards showed up. The Hauppauge WinTV-PVR-USB2 is better in video than audio, and may require some extra purchases to meet your specific needs.