Monthly Archives: September 2011

Computers Made in America

Every day, Americans and the world are becoming more interested in buying desktop and laptop computers made in America. We think this has to do with a commitment to our economy, national pride, and of course better build quality. One thing we can say for sure, is that our own Lotus desktop computers are made in America, just as our laptops go through final assembly here as well. Furthermore, we offer USA tech support that’s not outsourced, so if you never need anything you can be sure you will get the answer you need from a true Lotus expert. “Computers made in America” isn’t just a way of telling where they are made — it’s a statement of quality and patriotism!

If you’re looking for desktop and laptop computers made in America, look no further than Lotus! You’ll get American quality and great service while supporting small business and the American economy.

Shop our computers made in America on our website at www.LotusPC.net

Central Florida Computer

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If you’re looking to buy a computer in Central Florida, there’s no better choice than Lotus! We build and support our computers right here in Orlando, and offer in-home services that are exclusive to Orlando and certain surrounding areas including Winter Park, Downtown, Lake Nona, Dr. Phillips, University of Central Florida (UCF), and Rollins College. We are a proud Central Florida computer company, and we are dedicated to providing Central Florida with the best computers and service.

Choose your laptop or desktop from Lotus, and get great service and amazing quality computers that are elegant and durable. When shopping for a computer in Central Florida, choose Lotus!

Browse our site and order your computer today, at Lotus Computer — Central Florida’s computer brand!

Configure a PC and Buy at Lotus

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Lotus offers an intuitive and easy-to-use online tool to configure a PC. You can find it right here on our website, where you can configure any Lotus PC like our popular Solstice 15 laptops or our ultra powerful Aurora desktops, and even our simple and affordable Element desktops. When it comes time to configure a PC, you will find that Lotus offers the best experience, and we’ll help you if you’re not sure how to configure your PC. We offer expert advice that’s just a quick email or phone call away. When you configure a PC online on our website, you can count on a great options that are hand selected by our professional system builders so you get the very best to choose from. We offer the best quality and value anywhere, so you can configure your PC with confidence!

Let’s get started! Configure a PC on our website at www.LotusPC.net

We Can Recommend a New Computer

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We at Lotus are always looking to give our customers the best experience with a computer company. On top of the best quality computers, we offer personal advice that simply isn’t found anywhere else. We can recommend a new computer for you when you contact us by email or phone. We can recommend a new computer for you based on your needs and budget, so you get the best balance of performance and price; and everything you need and nothing you don’t. Think of us as your geeky friend who knows everything about computers. You would ask him to recommend a new computer because you trust your friend’s knowledge and advice. You can count on Lotus to provide that same knowledge and advice so we can recommend a new computer that’s just perfect for you!

Let’s get started! Shop our computers on our website at www.LotusPC.net

Desktop Computers Under $600

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We have found that many people have a budget of around $600 for a desktop computer. While we look to update our lineup to include even more desktops under $600, we would like to highlight our three very affordable desktop computers priced under $600.

Astra starts at $599 and includes a quad core AMD A6 APU processor, stunning graphics, large hard drive capacity, and plenty of other features that make it a great value. It is designed to be a powerful desktop PC for home, gaming, and business. Games take special advantage of Astra, thanks to optional dedicated AMD Radeon HD graphics cards that run in AMD Dual Graphics mode, which is exclusive to the APU technology in Astra.

Configure your Lotus Astra today at Lotus Computer USA!

At just $499, Aurora Slim is the perfect desktop for home and business. Users will enjoy the power from the Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 processors, premium NVIDIA GT 430 graphics, and best of all, slim form factor. Aurora Slim fits on just about any desktop, thanks to its slimline desktop PC design. And because it’s built in the USA, you can be sure Aurora slim proves to be a reliable desktop computer for business or home.

Configure your Lotus Aurora Slim today at Lotus Computer USA!

Starting at just $299, Element is an amazingly small desktop for basic home and business use, like Microsoft Office, web browsing/Internet, and other everyday uses. Element is also unique in that it is a great computer for beginners, including children and senior citizens. Thanks to standard Ubuntu Linux, optional Windows 7, and Intel Atom processor, Element is easy to use and uses little power, making it affordable to run.

Configure your Lotus Element today at Lotus Computer USA!

Desktop with AMD Llano A6-3650 and A8-3850 APU

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If you’re looking for a fast desktop computer for home, look no further than the Lotus Astra desktop computer. Featuring the new AMD “Llano” A6-3650 and A8-3850 quad core APU processors, Astra stands out from desktop computers under the $600 range by delivering fast quad core processor performance, and premium AMD Radeon HD graphics built into the processor.

Integrated into the quad core AMD A6-3650 APU is an AMD Radeon HD 6530D, while the quad core AMD A8-3850 APU has even faster AMD Radeon HD 6550D graphics. As an added feature that’s exclusive to the processors in Astra, this desktop computer can be ordered with a choice of three AMD Radeon HD 6000 Series graphics cards that run in dual graphics mode. AMD Dual Graphics technology allows the dedicated graphics card to be boosted by the integrated graphics built into the APU. The result is a double-digit increase in performance that’s comparable to more expensive graphics cards, helping Astra deliver great value in a desktop computer.

Astra features great technology that makes it perfect as an AMD-based budget gaming desktop, home multimedia computer, or even as a quad-core business computer with good graphics. And at just under $600, Astra makes for a budget-friendly computer that is a great value.

Configure your Lotus Astra today at Lotus Computer USA!

Buy a Silent Desktop Computer

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Aurora is a very silent PC, yet it’s also one of our most powerful with it’s quad core Second Generation Intel Core i5-2500K and Core i7-2600K “Sandy Bridge” processors, wide array of powerful gaming and professional graphics from NVIDIA, and tons of expansion options that make Aurora a great choice for people who like to keep their computers for many years. It is silent and powerful.

But where Aurora really stands out is in its quietness. Aurora features sound deadening materials and large fans that keep noise levels down while keeping the components cool, making this PC a very silent desktop. Strategically placed components and cable management also help keep Aurora cool by optimizing airflow inside the computer. This helps reduce noise through efficient cooling, and helps increase the lifespan of the components inside Aurora. Even beyond fan noise, Aurora keeps things silent by keeping the hard drives mounted on silicone grommets, which virtually eliminates vibration from the hard drive.

The result is a premium desktop computer that will last for years and keep your environment free of unwanted noise, so you can enjoy your music, movies, and everything else you love.

Configure your Lotus Aurora today at Lotus Computer USA!

Windows 8, Multi-touch, and Lotus Computer

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As a technology company, it’s important for us to stay on top of new features that come into the computer world. Windows 8 is on its way, and with the recently released developer preview, it looks like a promising, natural part of our Lotus desktop and laptop computers. Here’s what’s in store for you when Windows 8 gets released: Continue reading →

The Future of Flash is to Make Apps, Not Run Them

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There has been a lot of talk over the last couple of years now over the future of Adobe Flash. Apple has made a big push against the platform ever since the explosion in popularity of their iPhones and iPads, which have yet to support Flash and likely never will. Those devices that do run Flash don’t run them very well, and it’s generally been decided that Flash might be losing it’s favor with developers who design rich Internet experiences. It’s become clear that HTML5 is replacing Flash, even in places previously thought improbable, like on Pandora Internet Radio, which is rolling out an new all-HTML5 interface to replace its old Flash-based site. If Pandora is doing it, everyone else can.

This briefly brings me to our own site, lotuspc.net. From day one — that is, in 2007 — we vowed not to use Flash because we saw it’s eventual end coming. It’s nowhere near yet, but we have used newer, leaner, and more compatible technologies from the start like plain HTML, JavaScript, and more recently (and extensively) jQuery to create an intuitive and great looking user experience on our website. While we don’t yet use HTML5, we are using technologies that give the same experience that is most importantly, Flash-less.

So what will Adobe do? They won’t kill Flash because after all, it’s quite useful when used effectively. The key is for them to make it faster and more accessible outside the browser, like as native apps in smartphones and tablets. It’s a great platform because by creating in Flash for one platform, a developer can launch the same app with minimal changes on multiple phones, tablets, and even desktop and notebook computers with Adobe Air.

I think the important thing though, is to totally rethink Flash. With the world moving toward web-based, cloud-driven apps, there is no place for Flash in its present form. Flash should become an authoring program, like Adobe’s own Dreamweaver, but more for rich user experiences than raw code. It should focus on giving developers easy access to animations and complex application systems based on lightweight technologies like HTML5 and jQuery. It would even be interesting to see native apps based on these new web standards running on Windows and Linux desktops and laptops. With things moving in the web-based direction, it seems like a natural move.

-Karel

New AMD “Llano” APU Quad Core Desktop PC – Lotus Astra

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At the end of July, we announced the immediate availability of our newly upgraded Lotus Astra desktop computer. With it came a new set of quad core AMD A6 and A8 processors — codenamed “Llano” — that include a powerful CPU and a class-leading integrated graphics processor that’s capable of outperforming even some discrete (dedicated) graphics cards from NVIDIA or even AMDs own line of Radeon graphics. With so much power in these AMD APUs, it’s amazing that we can offer Astra at such low pricing of around $600 for a PC that includes everything most people want. Combined with 4 or 8 GB of memory and Windows 7, the AMD quad core APUs offer a multitasking and media experience unlike anything in this price range. They are great for everything from basic web browsing and Microsoft Office, to advanced graphics in Adobe Photoshop CS5, and even running the latest games like The Sims 3, World of Warcraft, League of Legends, and more.

When it comes to gaming and advanced graphics, Astra has a unique feature not found in most computers — AMD Dual Graphics. What is Dual Graphics? It’s the combination of the built-in AMD APU graphics with a compatible PCI express AMD Radeon 6000 series graphics card. The result is a huge boost in performance from a modestly priced add-on graphics card that performs like a much more expensive video card, thanks to the extra power from the AMD APU built-in graphics. Astra’s video card options are all AMD Dual Graphics compatible, so no matter what you choose, you’ll get the power boost that gives you the best value you can find.

With so much power in a compact and inexpensive system, Astra is a great value. Build Your Lotus Astra today!