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Unlike other tablets, the 20" HP ENVY Rove The is not only a Windows 8 tablet, but it can also be used as an all-in-one PC. It's powered by an Intel Core i3M Haswell CPU, has 1TB of internal storage as well as an 8GB solid-state drive. The company claims that the device can hold 4 hours of battery life. Continue reading for a video and more information.

Sapphire's Mini Edge HD3 is a speaker-sized desktop computer that packs a powerful punch, all priced under $310. It's powered by a dual-core 1.6-GHz AMD APU E450 with RADEON HD 6320 graphics, 4GB of RAM (max 16GB), and a 320GB internal hard drive. Product page. Continue reading for a video and more information.

VIZIO's All-in-One CA27-A0 27" Desktop PC is currently being offered at only $798 shipped, originally priced at $1099.99. Sporting "a stunning 27-inch Full HD 1080p display, subwoofer-enhanced SRS 2.1 surround sound audio, remote control, and dual HDMI inputs for connecting cable boxes and game consoles, the VIZIO All-in-One delivers serious entertainment." Product page. Continue reading for two videos and more pictures.

Features:

• Ingeniously concealed within the VIZIO All-in-One PC's slim exterior lies state-of-the-art technology that delivers magnificent performance, powered by the lightning-fast third-generation Intel Core i3 processor.


• The VIZIO All-in-One PC's sleek, wireless keyboard puts control at your fingertips without a wire in sight, while a multi-touch touchpad supports gestures like pinch, zoom, rotate and more.


• The VIZIO All-in-One PC includes 802.11n dual-band Wi-Fi and 10/1000 gigabit Ethernet so you can connect to the Internet, stream videos or share large files with other computers with ease.


• One touch of the VIZIO V-key instantly connects you to essential system and support info, along with the latest exclusive offers and entertainment available on VIZIO PCs.

Consisting of laptop components, this person decided to simply remove the shell and turn it into a desktop system. Unfortunately, there is no protection from dust, spills, or any drops should something happen. Click here for more pictures.

Amazon has the Asus EeeBox Desktop PC for just $209 shipped after rebate, originally priced at $319. Featuring an Intel Atom Processor @ 1.6 GHz, 1GB RAM, 160GB Hard Drive, and Windows XP Home. Product page. Video after the break.

It allows users to access Internet, play game, or listen music with Express Gate in seconds without entering the OS. It reduces energy usage (and cost) by 90% compared to the typical PC, so it helps protect the environment.

The HP Firebird may not be as large as other desktop systems -- Dell XPS, etc., but this package has lots of features to justify a $1799 (starting) price tag. Continue reading to see more. Click here for first picture in gallery.

At $3300, Sony's all in one desktop PC, the VAIO LT, features a 22-inch display, 2.5-GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 4GB of RAM, and a BD-RW drive. Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.

The Vaio LT is a solid computer with a lot of good features. It's easy enough on the eyes that it could be placed in a kitchen or bedroom (it can also be VESA mounted), but it is hardly underpowered.

Voodoo's all-new Omen PC stands 22-inches tall, is made of all-aluminum, and even has a built-in display. On the inside, you'll find a "pair of 3.2GHz Core 2 Extreme QX9770 processors, 8GB of 1600MHz DDR3 SDRAM, and support for 'next generation' NVIDIA and ATI graphics." Prices start at $7,000. Click here for first picture in gallery.

It features a 7-inch, 800 x 480 display for secondary information on the outside and a Voodoo designed water cooling loop on the inside...available exclusively to existing Voodoo customers at launch sometime later this year.

Straight from Computex 2008 in Taipei are these live shots of the Acer Aspire Predator gaming desktop. Unfortunately, we can't "confirm or deny whether it really was faster, better, stronger or longer than anything else." Click here for first picture in gallery.

Granted, that little "Don't Touch" sign technically makes this a hands-off, but either way, we're sure you'll enjoy the close-ups.

So you've seen the technical specs of the gorgeous Acer desktop, now check out the first live pictures of the Aspire Predator -- courtesy of Bit-Tech. Unfortunately, there's no word yet on pricing, but hopefully it's priced lower than the high-end Alienware computers. Click here for first picture in gallery. Here are some initial impressions:

Upgrading from a Core 2 Quad Q9300 to Core 2 Quad Q9450 may not seem like a lot, but GeForce 9600 GT SLI to GeForce 9800 GTX SLI is certainly very tempting if you're a gamer with a high-res screen. Our only worry with the pricing matrix is that Britain may come into effect and may make these prices translate directly from Euros to Pounds Sterling.