Logitech's Latest Keyboard will Light Up Your Life (But Only When it's Dark)
Night owls have a new wireless keyboard to swoon over, as do daytime warriors. It's Logitech's just-released "Wireless Illuminated Keyboard K800" (we'll just call it the K800), a nifty plank sporting ambient light and motion sensors to help deliver just the right amount of backlight. That means you can expect the rechargeable battery to hold its own a little while longer since the backlight won't be sucking up juice in the middle of the day (assuming you don't live in a cave or an otherwise dark environment).
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Sony Shoves More Storage Capacity into New PS3 Models
Never has there been a better time to be a console junkie. That's because your gaming dollar stretches a lot farther today than it did when the current crop of the 'big 3' gaming consoles were first released (Microsoft Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, Sony PlayStation 3), with new models boasting bigger feature-sets, and in some cases, lower prices. The upgrade bug has apparently hit Sony, who is now shipping a 160GB version of its PS3 console for $300, the same price as the current 120GB model. But the real treat for
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Broadband Half as Fast as Advertised: FCC
High-speed Internet service is only half as fast as advertised, according to an FCC report released this week. It is already bad enough that the U.S. trails a significant number of countries in terms of broadband speed, despite having invented the Internet. It is possibly because ISPs offer speeds of "up to" X Mbps that this difference exists. In terms of those "up to" claims, the FCC report said that ISPs advertised an average of "up to" 6.7 Mbps (download) in 2009. What consumers received instead,
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Uni-Pixel Screen Overlays Aim To Kill Fingerprints Before They Stick
One of the most annoying things about getting a new electronic toy, aside from the general lack of batteries that are included these days, is just how well they pick up fingerprints. If it's a glossy notebook lid, a glossy LCD touch panel, or just a glossy-backed portable media player, it's impossible to get fingerprints off of your gizmos for too long. But Uni-Pixel thinks that the impossible is nothing. The company has just pushed out a press release that touts their Clearly Superior Performance Engineered
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Intel Buys Texas Instruments’ Cable Modem Unit
Intel may be the world's largest chipmaker, but when it comes to processors found in consumer electronics devices, the company has struggled to compete against ARM. In an effort to expand the use of its Atom microprocessors in consumer electronics devices, Intel has purchased Texas Instruments' cable modem chip division. Intel to Acquire Texas Instruments’ Cable Modem Unit SANTA CLARA, Calif.-- Intel Corporation today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Texas Instruments’ cable modem
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Nikon's New Camera Doubles As A Projector For Your PC
Nikon recently added two new compact cameras to its lineup. The new COOLPIX S1100pj broadens your ability to share photos, documents, and more with its built-in projector and ability to connect to your computer via USB. When connected to a PC, the camera can project anything that is displayed on the computer screen or JPEG images saved on the camera's memory card or internal memory. The projector in the COOLPIX S1100pj is 40 percent brighter than its predecessor. This 14-lumen internal projector works with the
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Intel Expands Atom Line With Two New Processors
Intel is expanding its line of energy-efficient Intel Atom processors with the introduction of two new Atom processors. The new 1.8GHz Intel Atom processor D425 single-core and D525 dual-core will support the new memory technology known as DDR3 SODIMM (double-data-rate three small outline dual in-line memory modules). In addition the processors will boost performance with higher CPU frequencies. The new processors are paired with the Intel 82801 IR I/O Controller. Intel® Atom™ Processors Further Expand
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MSI Introduces Core i5-Powered FX400 14" Notebook
MSI has what feels like a never-ending supply of notebooks coming out these days, and the flow is continuing today with the formal introduction of the FX400. It's a classic machine, with few flashy exterior features but plenty of solid components inside for those in need of a fairly standard on-the-go machine. It's a 14" machine, so the size is perfect if you can't decide between a smaller ultraportable or a larger, full-size 15" notebook. It's equipped with THX audio, a Core i5 processor, NVIDIA's GeForce GT
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Zotac GTX 480 Amp Edition Video Card Review
Zotac's GeForce GTX 480 Amp! Edition was designed to address some of the issues found in NVIDIA’s reference design. One look and it's easy to see that this is an extreme graphics card, made for hardcore enthusiasts. What makes us say that? With a core frequency of 756MHz, 1512MHz shaders, and 950MHz memory, this is the fastest GTX 480 on the market currently. And the preinstalled, triple slot Zalman VF3000 cooler also makes it one of the largest cards you can buy. Nevertheless, it’s obvious to us
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MSI's FX600 Notebook Lands on U.S. Shores
MSI's 15.6-inch FX600 has finally sailed into port here in the U.S., bringing with it a high-end THX sound system, a checkered exterior with anti-fingerprint coating, a textured multi-touch touchpad, and other cargo quickly becoming standard features on MSI notebooks. "With the FX600 standing out amongst the competition this season, those in the market for an all around notebook now have a whole new package to consider," said Andy Tung, vice president of sales, MSI North America. "The FX600 delivers the combination
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FujiFilm's Latest Digicam Does 3D Photos and Movies
Most of you already see the world in 3D, so why not come out with a camera that takes 3D photos and movies? One reason would be that you already tried that and, well, things didn't turn out so hot. But rather than tuck its tail between its legs and give up, FujiFlim has stormed back to the market with its FinePix RealPix Real 3D W3, the followup act to the ill-regarded W1. This time around FujiFilm bumped up the LCD screen real estate to 2.5 inches, added 720p video recording, and HDMI 1.4 for viewing those
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Zotac GTX 480 Amp Edition VideoCard Review
By now, we all know that NVIDIA's flagship GeForce GTX 480 is a powerful graphics card. For most systems, it provides a lot more GPU muscle than is even necessary, but that's OK with us. We're sure there are many enthusiasts out there that consider overkill a good thing. Unfortunately, the card in its reference form is not perfect and has its own set of flaws that might turn off some consumers, namely excessive heat and noise. Roughly $500 is a lot of money to spend on a single PC component. And if a product
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Intel Buys Texas Instruments’ Cable Modem Unit
Intel may be the world's largest chipmaker, but when it comes to processors found in consumer electronics devices, the company has struggled to compete against ARM. In an effort to expand the use of its Atom microprocessors in consumer electronics devices, Intel has purchased Texas Instruments' cable modem chip division. 
Intel to Acquire Texas Instruments’ Cable Modem Unit
SANTA CLARA, Calif.-- Intel Corporation today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Texas Instruments’ cable modem product line. The purchase enhances Intel’s focus on the cable industry and related consumer electronics (CE) market segments, where the company’s expertise in building advanced system-on-chip (SoC) products, based on Intel® Atom™ processors, will be applied. Intel plans to combine Texas Instruments’ best-of-breed Puma product lines with the Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification (DOCSIS) standard technology and Intel SoCs to deliver advanced set top box, residential gateway and modem products for the cable industry. The objective is to provide cable OEMs with an open and powerful platform for delivering innovative and differentiated products to service providers that improve the video, voice and data content experience at home.
“Adding the talents of the Texas Instruments’ cable team to Intel’s efforts to bring its advanced technology to consumer electronics makes for a compelling combination,†said Bob Ferreira, general manager, Cable Segment, Intel’s Digital Home Group. “Intel is focused on delivering SoCs that provide the foundation for consumer electronics devices such as set top boxes, digital TVs, Blu-ray* disc players, companion boxes and related devices. This acquisition specifically strengthens Intel’s product offerings for the continuum of cable gateway products and reinforces Intel’s continued commitment to the cable industry.â€
All employees of Texas Instruments’ cable modem team received offers to join Intel at sites in their home countries, primarily Israel, and will become part of Intel’s Digital Home Group. Additional terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The agreement is subject to regulatory review and customary closing conditions. It is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2010.
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Broadband Half as Fast as Advertised: FCC
High-speed Internet service is only half as fast as advertised, according to an FCC report released this week. It is already bad enough that the U.S. trails a significant number of countries in terms of broadband speed, despite having invented the Internet.It is possibly because ISPs offer speeds of "up to" X Mbps that this difference exists. In terms of those "up to" claims, the FCC report said that ISPs advertised an average of "up to" 6.7 Mbps (download) in 2009. What consumers received instead, however, was a lot less. The report said:
FCC analysis shows that average (mean) actual speed consumers received was approximately 4 Mbps, while the median actual speed was roughly 3 Mbps in 2009. Therefore actual download speeds experienced by U.S. consumers lag advertised speeds by roughly 50%.The FCC used data from Akamai and comScore to estimate consumer broadband speeds.
For those concerned with broadband caps, the FCC said that in 2009, the average broadband customer used more than 9 GB of data per month, while the median user consumed less than 2 GB. The large gap between mean and median is because of the fact that, as ISPs will tell you, a small percentage of users suck up the largest percentage of bandwidth. In fact, the FCC said:
The extreme difference between average and median data usage is principally due to a relatively small number of users who consume very large amounts of data each month – sometimes terabytes (a terabyte is 1,000 GB) per month. The most data-intensive 1% of residential consumers appear to account for roughly 25% of all traffic, the top 3% consume 40%, the top 10% consume 70%, and the top 20% of users consume 80% of all data.
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Kinect Shipping November 10th; Microsoft Talks Up Windows Phone 7 Integration
Microsoft's Kinect system stands a good chance to revolutionize the console gaming world again, much like the Wii did a few years ago. Enabling full body control of games is something that may convince even casual gamers to devote more time to their console, and it's pretty clear that people are excited about the notion. The real question up until now has been: when's this thing actually going to ship?
Microsoft has been rather vague on answering that, with a generic "November" time frame being the most official data handed out. But at GamesCom over in Germany this week, the company finally put something into stone. Starting on November 10th in Europe, Middle East and Africa, Kinect will begin shipping to Xbox 360 owners. We suspect that the rest of the world will get it right around that time as well, making sure it arrives in plenty of time for holiday shopping season to really begin.
Furthermore, Microsoft is trickling out details on how Xbox 360 and Windows Phone 7 will eventually interact, and it's all sounding really good for gamers. For a long time now, the iPhone has dominated this space, but with Android 3.0 promising a big gaming push, and this, we think Apple may have some real competition coming up soon. It's not the easy street it once was for iOS, that's for sure.
 Microsoft transforms entertainment at home and on the go with launch of Kinect and new Xbox LIVE experiences on Windows Phone 7 and PC
Kinect for Xbox 360 brings controller-free entertainment to Europe from November 10, 2010
Game Developers Conference Europe 2010
COLOGNE, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xbox will transform entertainment at home and on the go this year with Kinect for Xbox 360 officially launching in Europe, Middle East and Africa1 on November 10 opening up a new world of controller-free games and Xbox LIVE entertainment. Xbox LIVE and a blockbuster line up of games on Windows Phone 7 will also launch this holiday and Microsoft announced a new line up of LIVE enabled titles coming to the PC.
Gamescom 2010 is the European premiere of Kinect for Xbox 360, introducing millions more to the intuitive freedom of being controller-free. The show will unveil new games and experiences demonstrating the depth and breadth of the launch lineup of more than 15 exclusive Kinect titles, including never-before-seen levels, new environments, achievements and characters for “Kinect Sports,†“Kinect Adventures,†“Kinectimals†and “Kinect Joyride.†MTV Games and Harmonix will also announce new chart-topping dance tracks for the highly anticipated “Dance Centralâ€.
Speaking before the show, Chris Lewis, vice president, Interactive Entertainment Business, Microsoft Europe said, “We are bringing the Kinect experience to Europe for the first time at Gamescom because this is the biggest show in the region and we’re committed to investing in Europe and the critical role it plays in Xbox’s global success. When Kinect launches on November 10, it’s not just transformative for our business but its set to change how you use entertainment. You become the controller, giving you the choice in how you and your friends navigate entertainment and gaming experiences. We’re already seeing a high level of anticipation in Europe with sales of the Kinect ready Xbox 360 250GB creating an all-time record weekly market share2.â€
“This is also the year of expansion for Xbox 360; in terms of new audiences, new markets for Xbox LIVE and multiple platforms. With Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone 7 we are bringing the quality, consistency and community of the Xbox experience to gamers on the go. With “Age of Empires Onlineâ€, “Fable III†and new games still in development we’re also bringing, social, connected gaming experiences to all new audiences on the PC. When you look at what we are bringing to the market this year with the magic of Kinect, alongside our blockbuster line-up of games, including the biggest game for 2010, “Halo: Reachâ€, we’re confident that Xbox 360 has something for all the family and will be the gaming and entertainment console of 2010 and beyond.â€
More Kinect To Love
New Kinect game experiences which will be unveiled at Gamescom reveal a never-before-seen depth to controller-free games that will keep the casual or the hardcore gamer entertained for hours. The classic kart racing title “Kinect Joy Ride†featuring new modes that will keep gameplay fresh and challenging whether playing alone or with friends will be on show, along with thrilling new adventures exploring exotic locations, collecting treasures and earning rewards in “Kinect Adventuresâ€. A host of cute new animal friends to help you explore the world of “Kinectimals†and three new events in “Kinect Sports†which are guaranteed to entice the family off the sofa, will also be revealed for the first time at the event.
The Blockbusters Get Bigger
2010 finds all the biggest blockbusters on Xbox 360, with an amazing 3rd party lineup proving that once again Xbox 360 is the best place to play, including the highly anticipated blockbusters “Halo:Reach†and “Fable III†which will be showing off some new features for play at Gamescom.
A New Era in Mobile Gaming
Gamescom 2010 is also the venue for the global unveil of the first wave of Xbox LIVE games launching on Windows Phone 7 this holiday. Building on Microsoft’s pioneering work with Xbox 360, Windows Phone 7 will be home to a premier, ever-expanding portfolio of Xbox LIVE titles from the most creative minds in game development, including Microsoft Game Studios. From Avatars to Achievements, friends and more, Windows Phone 7 is putting the power of Xbox LIVE into the palm of your hand.
Reinventing Classic PC Franchises
Microsoft will also unveil the newest addition to the best-selling “Age of Empires†franchise, “Age of Empires Online.†Marrying fresh online features with iconic gameplay, “Age of Empires Online†will offer something for long-time fans, newcomers, and everyone in between. Additionally, Microsoft will announce the development of a new game inspired by the time-honored “Flight Simulator†franchise. Published by Microsoft Game Studios, these new titles, along with the previously announced “Fable III,†fully integrate the free3 “Games for Windows – LIVE†online service to deliver compelling, socially-connected gameplay experiences.Â
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Flash Player 10.1 Final Build Now Available For Nexus One
Yep, it's finally here! Flash Player 10.1 has finally been made official for Google's Nexus One, enabling it to play back Flash content and display Flash websites in a way that the iPod touch, iPad and iPhone can only dream of doing. The N1 has had a beta version for a while now, one that we mentioned (and loved) in our Android 2.2 review. But there's nothing like a final build, clear of bugs, and that's what Google's making available now through the Android Market.
The announcement was made a joint Android / Flash event in California, and it couldn't have come at a better time. Android is really picking up steam in the global smartphone market share race, and having a final Flash Player 10.1 for download makes it even more attractive. We are guessing that other Froyo-enabled phones will be able to download it shortly, but for now, you'll need a Nexus One. We've tested it out and it's quite impressive. There's nothing quite like being able to surf to a Flash website on your mobile. Give it a go if you own one of these phones.
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Intel Expands Atom Line With Two New Processors
Intel is expanding its line of energy-efficient Intel Atom processors with the introduction of two new Atom processors. The new 1.8GHz Intel Atom processor D425 single-core and D525 dual-core will support the new memory technology known as DDR3 SODIMM (double-data-rate three small outline dual in-line memory modules). In addition the processors will boost performance with higher CPU frequencies. The new processors are paired with the Intel 82801 IR I/O Controller. 
Intel® Atom™ Processors Further Expand into Storage Appliances for Homes, Small Businesses
News Highlights- Intel is introducing an update to the Intel® Atom™ processor-based platform for home and small business storage appliances that boosts processor speed and supports a new memory technology.
- Intel Atom processors optimized for networked storage appliances in the home and small businesses have gained industry support from major storage manufacturers since its launch earlier this year.
- Leading storage vendors Acer*, Cisco*, LaCie*, LG Electronics*, NETGEAR*, QNAP*, Super Micro*, Synology* and Thecus* have adopted the Intel Atom processor-based platform into products that are available now.
Since Intel’s initial foray in this area in March, leading storage manufacturers, including Acer*, Cisco*, LaCie*, LG Electronics*, NETGEAR*, QNAP*, Super Micro*, Synology* and Thecus* have announced products based on the energy-efficient Intel Atom processor platform.
Broadening its offerings for consumer and small business storage appliances, Intel is introducing the 1.8GHz Intel Atom processor D425 single-core and D525 dual-core. These processors boost performance with higher CPU frequencies for faster storage processing and will support the new memory technology, double-data-rate three small outline dual in-line memory modules, also known as DDR3 SODIMM.
The new Intel Atom processors (D425 and D525) are paired with the Intel® 82801 IR I/O Controller that delivers the input/output (I/O) connectivity to satisfy the growing throughput demands of leading storage vendors. Both additions to the storage platform offer the flexibility to support Microsoft Windows Home Server* and open source Linux operating systems.
 “Networked storage appliances based on the Intel Atom processor platform enable consumers and businesses to organize, manage, protect and share documents, photos, videos and music throughout the home or office,†said Dinesh Rao, product line manager, Intel Storage Group. “The versatile Atom processor, which is at the heart of a growing variety of small, innovative, Internet-connected devices, makes it possible for storage vendors to develop low-power appliances that can innocuously sit on a desk or shelf while keeping digital content safe and available anytime, anywhere.â€
Since March, storage manufacturers have adopted the Intel Atom processor D410 single-core and D510 dual-core, each paired with the Intel 82801 IR I/O Controller, to power these affordable network-attached storage (NAS) appliances for the home and small business. Storage vendor products featuring the Intel Atom processor-based platform are currently available and additional devices will be released later this year.
 “LaCie recently introduced two storage servers that leverage Intel’s Atom processor technology to deliver enterprise-level storage capabilities to small and medium businesses that were previously only experienced in large, corporate environments,†said Erwan Girard, LaCie Solutions business unit manager. “The new servers include the perfect mix of corporate-grade features and intuitive management software, enclosed in an award-winning 5big design for your desktop, allowing these products to fit seamlessly into any business environment.â€
The updated Intel Atom processors for consumer and small business NAS appliances are currently shipping. Additional information is available at intel.com/go/storage.
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Nikon's New Camera Doubles As A Projector For Your PC
Nikon recently added two new compact cameras to its lineup. The new COOLPIX S1100pj broadens your ability to share photos, documents, and more with its built-in projector and ability to connect to your computer via USB. When connected to a PC, the camera can project anything that is displayed on the computer screen or JPEG images saved on the camera's memory card or internal memory. The projector in the COOLPIX S1100pj is 40 percent brighter than its predecessor. This 14-lumen internal projector works with the camera's touchscreen user interface. For ease of use, the camera also has a built-in stand. The COOLPIX S1100pj can project images up to 47-inches from over 7-feet away.
The COOLPIX S1100pj has a 14.1 megapixel sensor, 5x wide-angle optical zoom lens (28-140mm), and 5-way VR Image Stabilization System with ISO settings up to 6400. The COOLPIX S1100pj will be available in September for $349.95 in black, violet, green, and silver.
The COOLPIX S5100 also adds a new tripod detection function found on premium NIKKOR lenses. This feature will detect when the camera is on a tripod and adjust the exposure, ISO sensitivity, and shutter speed accordingly to reduce blur. The COOLPIX S5100 will be available in October for $179.95. It will come in four colors including black, pink, purple, and blue.
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MSI's FX600 Notebook Lands on U.S. Shores
MSI's 15.6-inch FX600 has finally sailed into port here in the U.S., bringing with it a high-end THX sound system, a checkered exterior with anti-fingerprint coating, a textured multi-touch touchpad, and other cargo quickly becoming standard features on MSI notebooks."With the FX600 standing out amongst the competition this season, those in the market for an all around notebook now have a whole new package to consider," said Andy Tung, vice president of sales, MSI North America. "The FX600 delivers the combination of power, entertainment, and productivity in a handsome looking design."
That "perfect combination" MSI speaks of consists of an Intel Core i5 450M processor clocked at 2.66GHz, Nvidia GeForce GT 325M graphics, 4GB of DDR3 memory, 500GB SATA hard drive, DVD burner, LAN, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, two USB 2.0 ports, 4-in-1 card reader, 720p HD webcam, VGA port, four speakers, and a 6-cell battery.
Like most of MSI's modern notebooks, the FX600 comes equipped with the company's Turbo Drive Engine (TDE) technology, providing a quick and easy boost to CPU performance with the touch of a button. Nvidia's Optimus technology is also part of the package, which automatically switches back and forth between the integrated video (surfing the Web, working in Word, etc) and Nvidia's discrete graphics chip (gaming, rendering, etc).
The FX600 is available now at places like Newegg, J&R, and more for $800 shipped.
MSI’s New FX600 Notebook Combines World-Class Sound from THX with Performance and Style
15.6†Notebook Provides Dependable Entertainment and Productivity in a High Style Form FactorCITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MSI Computer Corp., a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, today announced the North American availability of its new 15.6†FX600 notebook, designed for people who want the best in entertainment and productivity.“With the FX600 standing out amongst the competition this season, those in the market for an all around notebook now have a whole new package to considerâ€The FX600 features the powerful Intel® Coreâ„¢ i5 processor with MSI’s own Turbo Drive Engine (TDE) technology, to deliver a powerful multimedia experience supported by collaboration with internationally renowned sound system expert THX.Equipped with MSI’s GPU Boost technology and a high-end NVIDIA® GeForceâ„¢ GT 325M discrete graphics card (1GB display memory), the FX600 automatically switches between the integrated and discrete GeForce GPU and ensures superior sound and visuals to make the most of the user’s multimedia experience.“With the FX600 standing out amongst the competition this season, those in the market for an all around notebook now have a whole new package to consider,†said Andy Tung, vice president of sales, MSI North America. “The FX600 delivers the right combination of power, entertainment and productivity in a handsome looking design.â€FX600 product highlights include:
- Better and faster performance: MSI’s FX600 comes with Intel’s Core i5 processor which offers better performance while consuming less power. Plus, the Intel Turbo Boost and Intel Hyper-Threading technology deliver dynamic performance adjustment technology to handle more data, while vastly enhancing overall system performance.
- Smart surround sound: MSI and THX, the world leader in sound design technology, collaborated to incorporate professional, theater-grade THX smart surround sound into the FX600 notebook. MSI’s Smart Volume and Surround technology ensures crisp, clean sound for music and movies.
- TDE technology: MSI’s own Turbo Drive Engine technology enables the FX600 to instantly throttle up performance with one touch of the hotkey to process high load applications without bogging down.
- GPU Boost technology: The FX600 comes with the NVIDIA GeForce GT 325M discrete graphics card with 1GB GDDR3 of display memory for high performance. Plus, when your system needs extra processing power, MSI’s GPU Boost technology automatically switches to discrete graphics card mode for superior, true-to-life multimedia enjoyment. And when performing general word processing tasks or browsing the Internet, it automatically cuts to the power-sipping integrated graphics chip mode.
- Cinema Pro technology: MSI’s FX600 features powerful multimedia processing and MSI’s own Cinema Pro technology for optimal graphics. A touch of the Cinema Pro hotkey instantly kicks in the film mode for higher resolution and richer colors to maximize the cinematic experience.
- Built-in HD Webcam: Guaranteeing truly clear and smooth video and picture quality, along with exceptional audio effects, the FX600’s built-in Webcam offers 720p high-definition (HD) video quality. While Webcams typically only offer 8fps (continuous frames per second), the FX600 produces 30fps, which allows for smooth, natural progression without jerkiness. The 16:9 HD wide-screen video display can be used with all kinds of social networking media, offering optimum high-quality video communication and production of HD videos.
- Fusing style and technology: Characterizing MSI’s mantra of “insist on the best,†MSI crafted the FX600 with jet black 3D totem seal coating to prevent scratching, wear and peeling. The unique chiclet keyboard, raised multi-point touchpad, and brushed finish metal hotkey area underscore MSI’s quality engineering that merge aspects of art, fashion and technology.
The FX600 (MSRP 899.99) will be available for purchase from Newegg.com, J&R, TigerDirect.com and NCIX.com.For more information, including a complete list of specs, please visit http://www.msimobile.com/level3_productpage.aspx?cid=6&id=252.About MSI NotebookBased in City of Industry Calif., MSI Notebook manufactures and sells a wide array of mobile computing products. Its product lines include the highly-praised G-Series gaming notebooks, the award-winning and ultra-portable U-Series, the ultra-slim and ultra-portable X-Series, the classic and affordable C-Series, and the newest addition to MSI Notebook, the F-series. Each product line is designed with the latest technology to meet a specific set of needs for the various classifications of mobile users. To learn more about MSI Notebook’s complete offerings, please visit www.msimobile.com.
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Awesome Looking Computer Mods
Awesome Looking Computer Mods
Some of these belong in a museum.
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Zotac GTX 480 Amp Edition Video Card Review
Zotac's GeForce GTX 480 Amp! Edition was designed to address some of the issues found in NVIDIA’s reference design. One look and it's easy to see that this is an extreme graphics card, made for hardcore enthusiasts. What makes us say that? With a core frequency of 756MHz, 1512MHz shaders, and 950MHz memory, this is the fastest GTX 480 on the market currently. And the preinstalled, triple slot Zalman VF3000 cooler also makes it one of the largest cards you can buy. Nevertheless, it’s obvious to us that Zotac made no compromises in designing this bad boy, which caters to hardcore gamers who won't settle for stock...
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FujiFilm's Latest Digicam Does 3D Photos and Movies
Most of you already see the world in 3D, so why not come out with a camera that takes 3D photos and movies? One reason would be that you already tried that and, well, things didn't turn out so hot. But rather than tuck its tail between its legs and give up, FujiFlim has stormed back to the market with its FinePix RealPix Real 3D W3, the followup act to the ill-regarded W1.This time around FujiFilm bumped up the LCD screen real estate to 2.5 inches, added 720p video recording, and HDMI 1.4 for viewing those pics and videos straight away on your swank HDTV.
"Last year, Fujifilm introduced the first real, complete solution for 3D digital photography, once again showing our commitment to the evolution of imaging technology," said Go Miyazaki, division president, Imaging and Electronic Imaging Divisions, FUJIFILM North America Corporation. "With the new FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera, we have made 3D imaging more accessible to all consumers, enabling them to shoot in 3D HD and making it easy to view their photos and movies on most 3D TV systems."
Capturing those 3D moments is a dual lens CCD system, which are then processed by the newly developed RP (Real Photo) Processor 3D HD. This little chip merges the left and right images into a single picture, and is "also the power behind 3D Auto -- the function that lets even first-time users take stunning HD quality photos."
Other features include a 10MP sensor, 3X optical zoom, ISO up to 1600, and a revised (and improved) menu system.
FUJIFILM INTRODUCES the WORLD'S FIRST 3D DIGITAL CAMERA THAT CAN CAPTURE HIGH DEFINITION 3D MOVIES
FinePix REAL 3D W3 Digital Camera Captures Stills and Movies in HD in True 3D;
with Easy Playback on 3D HD TV Systems
Valhalla, N.Y., August 17, 2010 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation today announced a new addition to its FinePix REAL 3D system – the FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera. The FinePix REAL 3D W3 steps it up from its predecessor with the ability to shoot high-resolution 3D photos and movies in 3D HD at 720p¹, with the help of a new RP (Real Photo) Processor. It also sports a new Mini HDMI port² for easy playback on most 3D television systems and an Autostereoscopic 3D Widescreen 3.5" LCD. All components make for stunning 3D still photos and movies that can be viewed and enjoyed through an easy connection between the FinePix REAL 3D W3 and their 3D TV³, or printed in stunning 3D quality.Â
"Last year, Fujifilm introduced the first real, complete solution for 3D digital photography, once again showing our commitment to the evolution of imaging technology," said Go Miyazaki, division president, Imaging and Electronic Imaging Divisions, FUJIFILM North America Corporation. "With the new FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera, we have made 3D imaging more accessible to all consumers, enabling them to shoot in 3D HD and making it easy to view their photos and movies on most 3D TV systems."
The slim FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera with a black matte finish is ergonomically designed and measures 21.0 mm at its thinnest point and weighs 8.5 ounces with battery and memory card. The durable stainless steel construction ensures that the optical axis is balanced ever so precisely resulting in accurate 3D images. The W3 also has a horizontal lens cover with wave detail, which serves as the on/off switch.Â
FinePix REAL 3D TechnologyÂ
Fujifilm's FinePix REAL 3D technology captures true 3D thanks to its use of twin 10 MegaPixel CCD sensors and dual FUJINON 3x optical zoom lenses (35-105mm) that are spaced 75 mm apart to create realistic images that are similar to how human eyes see them. The synchronized control of the twin CCD sensors releases the left and right shutters at the same time. This technology produces a synchronized image with a natural sense of depth, and allows easy capture of 3D movies and photos in HD, and also provides the beneficial unique 2D Advanced Shooting modes.Â
3DHD Capture and RP (Real Photo) Processor 3D HD
The 3D and 2D Auto functions let anyone take high-definition, high-resolution movies and photos effortlessly and audio is captured in stereo to preserve its original impact. Photo data captured by the dual lens CCD system is processed by the newly developed RP (Real Photo) Processor 3D HD which merges the left and right images into a single image. This processor is also the power behind 3D Auto – the function that lets even first-time users take stunning HD quality photos.
Autostereoscopic (3D) LCD
The FinePix REAL 3D W3 also comes equipped with a 3.5" high resolution Autostereoscopic 3D Widescreen LCD with 1150K resolution that displays high contrast images and movies that can be viewed in 3D without the need of 3D glasses. This new lenticular system uses rows of convex lenses that create a binocular parallax effect to produce a realistic 3D image with less cross-talk and flicker. 3D images can be shown in High Luminosity Mode that both display images 1.5 times brighter, and color reproduced 1.8 times deeper4, allowing for clear, distinct and vivid images.Â
3D HD Movies and Photo Playback
Now it's easier than ever to enjoy high quality 3D HD movies and still photos in your home, because the FinePix REAL 3D W3 comes equipped with a Mini HDMI 1.4 port. This allows the user to quickly and easily connect the camera with an HDMI cable (not included) to enjoy high quality movies at 720p and HD photos captured at 1920x1080 pixels (or higher) on most 3D HD TV systems.
Advanced 3D/2D Modes
The FinePix REAL 3D W3 includes advanced 3D and 2D capture modes. With Individual Shutter 3D Shooting, advanced users will enjoy the ability to take two shots of the same subject from different positions, and then the camera will automatically merge and save the captured images as a single, enhanced 3D photo. Photos of distant subjects like mountains and skyscrapers look amazing in enhanced 3D, while close-up subjects like flowers come to life in natural 3D. With Interval 3D shooting, you can shoot hyper (wide distance between capture of left and right data) for capturing 3D effect in far away subjects.Â
The Advanced 2D Modes also allow for independent use of the dual CCD sensors and FUJINON lenses in the FinePix REAL 3D W3. Just as if shooting with two digital cameras, the user can choose different zoom ranges and color settings for each image, capturing both at the same time. With Tele/Wide Simultaneous Shooting, you can zoom in on your subject while also taking a wide-angle shot of the same scene. With Two-Color Simultaneous Shooting, at one press of the shutter, you can take photos of the same scene with a different color tonality. Set one lens system to vivid colors and the other to vintage black and white, or capture the scene in both standard and black and white. Dual-Sensitivity Simultaneous Shooting allows the user to capture high and standard sensitivity simultaneously. For example, you can take panned shots of a moving subject at the exact same instant with different degrees of background motion blur. In dark scenes, you can prioritize blur reduction for one shot, and image quality for the other.Â
The FinePix REAL 3D W3 also comes with a variety of additional functions:
Switch 2D/3D Button: Switch between capturing a subject in 2D or 3D instantly with the touch of a button and effortlessly capture movies and pictures for every kind of scene.
One Touch Movie Mode: No need to fumble to find the movie mode, as the button is located right on the back of the camera, instantly changing from still to movie mode, making it convenient for taking HD quality movies in either 3D or 2D.Â
Auto and Manual Parallax Control: The camera automatically adjusts parallax in 3D Auto mode for an optimal sense of depth. Manual mode is also possible by operating the Parallax Control lever on the top of the camera to easily fine-tune the sense of depth and alignment of the images. Both can be used to eliminate "ghosting" and increase or decrease the 3D effect.
MyFinePix Studio 3D Movie and Photo Editor: Manually edit captured 3D images effortlessly with MyFinePix Studio software that's included with the camera. Separate a 3D still photo (MPO file) into left/right still image data, and recombine left/right still photos into 3D photos (MPO file). MyFinePix Studio also lets you freely cut and splice 3D movies.Â
Manual Shooting Functions: Choose "M" (Manual) mode for the freedom to set shutter speed and aperture. Get instant control of depth of field in "A" (Aperture Priority) Mode. With the built-in "P" (Program) Mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value.
Scene Positions: Select from among the 13 Scene Positions (SP) that matches the subject and situation. The camera automatically optimizes camera settings for some of the most common shooting environments, making it easy to get great 3D photos in virtually any shooting situation.Â
Super Intelligent Flash: This advanced flash system automatically adjusts flash output and timing to capture subjects and background in bright, natural detail over the full flash range. No more flash washout even when taking ultra close-up shots.
3D Print Solution
Getting high quality 3D prints is as easy as uploading your images to Fujifilm's SeeHere.com a photo printing, gifting, and sharing website, and having them delivered right to your door. Fujifilm has integrated high precision prints with lenticular technology, resulting in stunning high quality 3D images with tremendous depth and detail. 3D prints priced at $6.99 for a 5"x7" print.
The FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera will be available in early September 2010 at a retail price of $499.95.
*1 As a digital camera equipped with 2 CCDs, according to Fujifilm research in August 2010.Â
*2 HDMI 1.4-3D compliant, HDMI mini-terminal.
*3 HDMI cable with high speed type required.Â
*4 Compared to previous model.
NOTE: For FinePix REAL 3D W3 digital camera specs please go to: http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/
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