Featuring the latest AMD and Nvidia graphics, as well as a the first QHD+ 3200 x 1800-pixel IGZO display for those who need as much power as possible crammed into a notebook, Dell today announced its new Precision M4800 and M6800 mobile workstations, which start at $1,249 and will be available September 12. MORE: 10 Best Business Notebooks Now Made for those who require powerful graphics, such as CAD designers and video and music editors, both systems will support 4th generation Intel Core i5 and i7 processors, an option for 802.11ac Wi-Fi, and up to 16GB of 1866MHz memory or 32GB of 1600MHz memory. Both notebooks will come with Waves MaxxAudio Pro, a utility designed for audio and sound engineers. The workstations will also support WiGig, which will let users wirelessly stream high def content to a number of devices simultaneously. The M4800 is the first mobile workstation with a 3200 x 1800 IGZO (Indium Gallium Zinc Oxide) display, which offers a much greater contrast ratio and better power savings than traditional TFT displays.

While only the 15.6-inch M4800 will have an option for a QHD+ display, while only the M6800 will have an option for a 10-point touch screen. Also, the M6800 will support more powerful graphics cards, and accommodate up to four hard drives. Both the M4800 and M6800 have been MIL-STD-810G tested for temperatures, humidity, vibration, dust, altitude and shock, and have several security features, including an optional FIPS fingerprint reader, Dell Data Protection, Smart Card reader, and a TPM module. Below is a brief rundown of some of the configuration options for the Precision M4800 and M6800; we're looking forward to testing them in our labs. 1366 x 7681920 x 10803200 x 1800 1600 x 9001920 x 10801920 x 1080 w/10-point touch 4th generation Intel Core i5 and i7, up to Core i7 Extreme AMD FirePro M5100 Mobility Pro/2GB DDR5,Nvidia Quadro K1100M/2GB DDR5Nvidia Quadro K2100M/2GB DDR5 AMD FirePro M6100 Mobility Pro/2GB DDR5,Nvidia Quadro K3100M/4GB DDR5Nvidia Quadro K2100M/4GB DDR5Nvidia Quadro K5100M/8GB DDR5

Up to three: 7200rpm Sata 3Gb (320GB to 750GB);7200rpm w/32GB SSD cache;SSD (128GB to 512GB);5400rpm 500GB FIPS Self-encrypting Up to four: 7200rpm SATA 6Gb (320GB to 750GB);7200rpm w/32GB SSD cache;SSD (128GB to 512GB);5400rpm 500GB FIPS Self-encrypting Solid State mini card (128GB to 512GB) Ethernet, VGA, 4 USB 3.0, eSATA/USB 2.0,HDMI, DisplayPort, headphone, mic, 9-in-1 card slot, ExpressCard/54 14.8 x 10.1 x 1.29-1.37 inches 16.4 x 10.7 x 1.44-1.59 inchesua wwp backpack Starts at 6.35 poundsendura backpack 25l Starts at 7.86 poundsgw2 backpack strapsAnyone who uses their motorcycle for more than just sport riding knows how difficult it can be to find a good way to take a few items along for the ride. golite breeze backpack for sale

I spent the past few weeks using Kreiga’s new messenger bag to see if it’s up to the task. Whether it’s a computer or change of shoes for work, a camera or clothes for a little trip, or just a clear visor and hoodie for the night’s ride home—nothing really seems to nail the job well. Backpacks are tough to get on over armored jackets and never seem to be built with daily use in mind, and messenger bags often flop around on your back and interfere with operating a motorcycle. otter backpack by benson leePeople say it’s hard to find a good pair of riding jeans, but a good pack is the unicorn of motorcycle gear.leatt dbx backpackIf you’ve followed Wes or I for any amount of time, you’ll know we’re both huge fans of a little brand called Kriega. Their backpacks have this genius little system which allows them to distribute the weight of the pack evenly over your torso.

This greatly reduces the perceived weight, as well as the toll it takes on your body - making their packs our favorite for any sort of a trip.The problem with Kriega backpacks has always been that they’re a.) so cavernous inside that your MacBook Air will fly around unless you toss some clothes in their to hold it still and b.) they look sort of like parachute packs. I wore one when I rode to work while I was teaching and kids always asked if I jumped out of a plane to get to work. Saying yes made me even cooler in their eyes, but I can see how people in an office environment might want something a little more reserved looking. The Kriega Messenger Drypack measures 12.5 inches tall by 15.75 inches wide by 5 inches deep, which gives it a storage capacity of 16 liters. It’s built to last, with 420 denier ripstop nylon on the low impact areas, 1,000 denier cordura on the chassis of the bag, and something called HYPALON for base and outer flap. It’s single strap uses Kriega’s CNC 6061-T6 alloy slider, and the flap uses two 25 mm Acetal quick release buckles.

If all of that sounds like some crazy science mumbo jumbo, you’re right as they’re all aircraft grade parts. It also comes with a waist strap, which isn’t aircraft grade but is very helpful. The bag uses a rolltop design, which is how Kriega can claim it’s 100% waterproof. The front of the bag has a vertical zipper which opens into a pocket that runs the full length and height of the bag. There is another large pocket in the flap of the bag, which is covered in Kriega’s coated mesh. You can strap up to two US-5 Drypacks onto the chassis of the bag, under the flap, if you need the extra storage or compartmentalization. For those of you who want a little something on the front of the bag, it will accept the Kube Pocket on the front strap. The Kriega Messenger Drypack retails for $189, comes with a 10 year warranty, and you can buy it at RevZilla. After riding around with the Urban Messenger Drypack for a few weeks, here’s what I’ve learned: This may sound like nitpicking, but a messenger bag will always feel a little more adult than a backpack - and having something that looks nice and understated will always be more appropriate for real adult life than the stuff we get away with on dirtbike gear bags.

For those of you who agree, this bag is a really nice option. For those of you who don’t, go get a Kriega R20 or keep rocking that ICON Squad 3. I’ve been using the Chrome Industries Motor Barrage backpack for the past year, mostly because it’s durable, looks decent, and has a laptop compartment - but have found myself gravitating towards the Kriega Messenger bag more and more because it’s easier to swing of an on, has less straps to fly about, and because, as a 30-something year old man, I think I need to wear backpacks less. If the rolltop design doesn’t bother you or you live somewhere that gets a decent amount of rain, and you don’t mind the logo on the strap - this is absolutely the bag for you. Those two things aside, it’s perfect. However, the whole aesthetics and ease of use thing sort of go hand in hand with messenger bags - otherwise a backpack is better almost across the board. And, since this bag doesn’t nail it in those two departments, if you use a messenger bag like I do I would probably pass until I can bully Kriega into a Sean MacD edition or something.