GPU Caps Viewer 1.8.2 up for grabs
Keeping his software up-to-date, JeGX has now delivered a new update for GPU Caps Viewer, a tool that provides information about your graphics card, its OpenGL, OpenCL and CUDA capabilities, and also some demos to showcase the API support. The 1.8.2 version of GPU Caps Viewer brings the following:
- Bugfix: OpenGL 3 context creation with old OpenGL 3.0 drivers like forceware 186.18. The bug led to an infinite loop.
- Bugfix: number of shader processors of Radeon HD 4830 in GPU database fixed.
- New: if OpenCL CPU is supported, the OpenCL checkbox caption is renamed in OpenCL(CPU).
- Change: improved OpenCL platforms management for the creation of OpenCL context in demos.
To download GPU Caps Viewer 1.8.2 just visit this page and click one of the two reasonably-sized green buttons.
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Foxconn NS20 and NS24 netbooks pictured by the FCC
The FCC's sneaky little not-too-shaky camera has provided us these holidays with a pretty good look at Foxconn's yet unannounced but upcoming NS20 and NS24 netbooks powered by the Pine Trail platform. Both models are white-box netbooks, meaning they will be manufactured by Foxconn but will bear the brands of other companies, and are expected to become available in Q1 2010.
The NS20 and NS24 are powered by the 1.6 GHz Atom N450 processor and have GMA 3150 graphics, will boast Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth (3G on the NS24), and are expected to be pre-loaded with Windows XP, 7 or a Linux distribution called FoxOS.
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Alleged Chrome OS netbook specifications detailed
Chrome OS is still pretty far off, it's planned for a 2H 2010 introduction, but Google has already been working with manufacturers to make sure the upcoming operating system will have specific hardware to run on. As you might remember, a solid state drive is an official requirement for a Chrome OS-based netbook but that's just one item on the Google-compiled specs list which has been outed
In addition to the SSD of around 64GB in terms of capacity, a Chrome OS machine is expected to have a 10.1-inch multi-touch screen supporting HD (most likely 720p) resolutions, and feature an Nvidia Tegra (2) SoC, 2GB of RAM, Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth, WiFi, a card reader, plus a built-in webcam.
The Chrome OS netbook would debut around the 2010 holiday season and is supposed to cost under $300, either on its own or part of a mobile internet package. We'll have two, please.
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MSI to demo Pine Trail-based All-in-One desktop, mini PCs at CES 2010
After announcing a few Pine Trail mobile solutions, MSI has also promised that at CES 2010 it will showcase All-in-One desktops and Mini PCs based on Intel's new platform.
The AiO offer prepared by MSI includes the Wind Top AP1920, a 35mm thick desktop that features a 18.5-inch screen and is powered by either a single (D410) or dual-core (D510) 1.6 GHz Atom processor. As for the Mini PC line, it is made up of the Wind Box DE220 and DC500 featuring the same CPU options as the AP1920. These two compact machines can be mounted behind a display to save space on the desk and should cost between $250 and $350.
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Notion Ink smartpad named 'Adam', planned for June 2010 release
Indian startup Notion Ink is hoping to help make the coming summer cruel for gadget lovers everywhere by releasing the shiny thing rendered below. Called 'Adam', the upcoming device is a smartpad powered by Nvidia's Tegra (2?) SoC (system-on-a-chip) that's just 0.6-inches (15mm) in thickness and weights around 770 grams.
Adam, which is expected to be showcased at CES 2010, features a 10.1-inch (1024x600) low-power touchscreen made by Pixel Qi, 16GB or 32GB of built-in flash storage backed by an SD/SDHC memory slot, a 3 megapixel camera, GPS, an accelerometer, USB and HDMI ports, as well as 3G, WiFi and Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity. The smartpad is loaded with the Android OS and is said to provide up to 16 hours of WiFi web surfing and 8 hours of video playback. Drooling yet? No? Then we'd add that Adam is planned to cost around $320 upon its June 2010 debut. Keep those fingers crossed.
Picture courtesy of The Hindu.
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Samsung CL80 compact camera leaked
Samsung's sentinels were apparently out partying last week as the South Korean company's website has leaked information (and pictures) of the yet unannounced CL80, a new, feature-rich compact digital camera. Likely prepped for a CES 2010 launch, the camera packs a 14 megapixel CCD image sensor, dual image stabilization, 7x optical zoom, a 3.7-inch AMOLED (capacitive) touchscreen, and a sensitivity up to ISO 4800 (6400 at 3MP).
Samsung's creation can record video at up to 720p (30 FPS), features WiFi connectivity for quick and easy uploading pf pictures and clips, USB and HDMI 1.3 ports, plus a 1100 mAH SLB-11A battery. Expect more info next week.
Pictures courtesy of Photo Rumors.
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GlacialTech rolling out the IceHut 5059 cooler for Intel CPUs
Going under our radar, GlacialTech has launched a new CPU cooler under its GlacialStars brand, the IceHut 5059. Seen below, the new solution is only compatible with LGA 775 processors with a TDP of up to 95W, it measures 92 x 55 mm, weights 263 grams, has an aluminum heatsink and a 92mm sleeve bearing fan that works at 2100 RPM and has a sound output of 25 dBA.
Apparently, the IceHut 5059 will cost under $10 so if you're looking for a bargain you might want to keep an eye out for this one.
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I-O Data also makes low-power 17-inch LCD monitor
For the beginning of 2010 I-O Data is planning on expanding its display offer with the LCD-A176GEW-P, a 17-inch LCD monitor that features low power requirements - 16.3W during normal operation, 0.7W in standby, and a earthquake-proof seal that prevents it from falling over in the event of an earthquake.
The new screen has a native resolution of 1280 x 1024 pixels, a 5ms response time, a 1000:1 contrast ratio, maximum brightness of 250 cd/m2, a D-Sub connector, a 3.5mm jack and two 1W speakers. The LCD-A176GEW-P's price tag has not been announced, yet.
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Gateway EC18T convertible tablet drops by the FCC
Almost three months after making its first appearance, Gateway's EC18T convertible tablet, which you might also know as Acer's Aspire Aspire 1420P or Packard Bell's Butterfly Touch, has visited the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) to have its picture taken and suggest it will be reaching the US market soon.
Seen below, the portable machine features a 11.6-inch (likely 1366x768 in max resolution) touchscreen, a 1.2 GHz Core 2 Duo SU2300 CPU, up to 8GB of RAM, GMA 4500MHD graphics, a HDD with a capacity of up to 500GB, and runs Windows 7 Home Basic or Premium. The convertible tablet is supposed to function for up to 8 hours on one battery charge and may start off at about $500 - $550.
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Lenovo's keyboard-equipped remote control put up for sale
As a holiday treat, PC maker Lenovo has stealthily been selling a wireless remote control to help you manage your system. The palm-sized device utilizes 2.4 GHz technology and can work at a distance of up to 10 meters, has a keyboard and a trackball, and is compatible with Windows 200, XP, Vista and 7.
Lenovo's remote is backed by a one year warranty and costs $60.
Image courtesy of Engadget.
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