When spot-welding, for instance, a robot has to touch the metal with an electrode.
This created some theoretical problems for bands who would have preferred to remain more in touch with metal's roots.
All told, the Ultrabooks and Sleekbooks are available in 14- and 15-inch screen sizes, and have identical industrial designs, which is to say they're constructed from a mix of metal and soft-touch material.
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The HP Pavilion dm3 includes a 13.3-inch diagonal HD(2) display, an island- style keyboard with optional backlit feature and a stylish and durable metal finish with soft-touch surfaces in matte black.
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He squatted to get a closer look, careful not to touch the still hot metal.
The port layout seems reasonable, the LED-backlit screen bright and not-too-terribly-glossy, and the brushed metal finish on the back is surely a nice touch.
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The game combines elements of first person shooter gameplay, stealth mechanics a-la Metal Gear Solid or Splinter Cell, and a touch of free roaming exploration, even if its world is relatively small compared to say, Skyrim.
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In addition to features available for the Advanced Series, it features a five-inch multi-touch glass screen in a brushed-metal housing as well as a powered magnetic mount that automatically snaps in once the user holds the device close.
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Jobs also introduced a multi-touch glass trackpad for both the MacBook Pro and the new metal MacBook.
Sleek and chic with a touch of retro cool, the Navigator has collapsible earpads, shiny metal casing, mock-leather touches and a detachable cord with microphone to make them feel pricy.
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