ZOTAC has made a living from producing graphics cards and PCs that are smaller than your average mid-tower, but their latest round of Mini PCs may be their nicest yet. For years, HTPC owners have wondered why so many HTPCs were shipping without Blu-ray support. Now, the times are finally catching up. ZOTAC has stepped forward with the first Mini PCs to be loaded with integrated slot-load Blu-ray drives, as both the ZBOX Blu-ray HD-ID33 and HD-ID34 come stocked from the factory with optical drives that can handle
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GlobalFoundries Details Plans For 2011 And Beyond
On September 1, GlobalFoundries played host to the first annual Global Technology Conference (GTC for short). While there were a fair number of partner presentations on display, the conference was primarily driven by GlobalFoundries executives and announcements. When we spoke to GlobalFoundries in March we remarked on the company's aggressive roadmap; we were curious to see if the company would still be on track six months later... GlobalFoundries Details Plans For 2011 And Beyond
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LG To Ship Optimus Smartphones With NVIDIA's Tegra 2 Processor
NVIDIA's Ion has helped to revolutionize the nettop and netbook market place. Just a couple of years ago, netbooks were incapable of playing back 720p content smoothly; now, Ion-equipped netbooks have no trouble playing back 1080p content. The next generation of Ion is already out, but now NVIDIA is hoping to do for smartphones what they already did for netbooks and nettops. The Tegra chip has been infrequently used in a few mobile devices, with Microsoft's Zune HD being the most prominent. But NVIDIA has big
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Nikon Introduces Prosumer Coolpix P7000 Point And Shoot Camera
The prosumer camera sector just got a lot more interesting. Canon's G11 and G12 have largely stood alone in recent years; those prosumer point and shoot cameras didn't have too many rivals, but now Nikon's knocking on their door with the new Coolpix P7000. This is one of Nikon's most advanced, yet compact cameras to date, offering a slew of manual controls that you'd expect on a DSLR but within the shell of a camera that can easily slip into your rear pocket. The new camera has a 1/1.7” CCD sensor coupled
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HP Intros First Officejet Printers With Web Connectivity
Like it or not, the world wide web is taking over. And when we say "taking over," we really mean it. The web is everywhere these days: on your PC, on your netbook, on your airplane, on your smartphone, on your HDTV, and soon, on your printers. Hewlett-Packard today introduced their first Officejet printers with Web connectivity, alongside their ePrint and Print Apps. If you aren't keeping pace with technology, chances are you'll have difficulty working this generation's printers. Imagine that! These two new
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Super Talent Ships Four USB 3.0 Flash Drives
For a moment there, we were beginning to think that Super Talent had taken their foot off of the pedal, but really, they were just saving up a few releases to announce all at once. The company made famous for producing numerous SSD options when the world had none is now making a name for themselves in the flash drive sector, with four new USB 3.0 flash drives shipping to those who can't get enough performance in their lives. The new USB 3.0 Express RAM Cache drive is the headline device, which is available in
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Missed Call Notifications Added to Google Voice
Google Voice has a new feature. While you can already get notifications emailed to you if you have a voicemail left at your Google Voice number, what if you miss a call? Now that can be emailed to you as well. It's another new feature for Google Voice, which let's you have one or more phones rung (or the call sent directly to VM) when someone calls your Google Voice number. If you miss a call, you can have a notification in your Google Voice inbox, or emailed to you, or both. All you have to do is go into your
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HP Sues Mark Hurd Over His Hiring by Oracle
Less than 24 hours after Oracle named ousted HP CEO Mark Hurd as co-president, HP has filed a breach of contract lawsuit against him. To be honest, if Monday had not been Labor Day, and if the announcement hadn't been made so late in the day, they probably would have filed a lawsuit that same day. While Hurd didn't sign a non-compete agreement, the lawsuit focuses on confidentiality agreements in his exit package. That package was worth over $40 million, so Hurd will have plenty of money to fight the lawsuit
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Sony Pushes (Another) Mandatory PS3 Update
Last month, an Australian judge granted Sony complete control over an inventory of PS3 jailbreak devices, but winning its court case apparently wasn't enough for the console giant. On Monday, September 6, Sony's Director of Hardware Marketing, John Koller, announced: "A minor update to your PS3 system is now available via system software update v3.42 that includes additional security features." In this case, "additional security features" translates directly into "plugging the latest firmware hole end-users
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AMD Spills New Details on Bobcat, Brazos Mobile Platform
In the wake of AMD's architecture discussions at Hot Chips last month, eyes have increasingly turned towards the company's upcoming Bobcat processor. Now, AMD's director of Fusion marketing, John Taylor, has written a blog post with additional details on the diminutive chip, including several photos. We know the unveiling of this info was in Europe, but would it have killed someone to plunk down a quarter? We've covered much of the company's plans before, so we'll skip straight to the new stuff. Taylor notes
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Samsung Announces Higher-performance Embedded NAND Flash For Smartphones
In addition to a new mobile processor for smartphones, Samsung also introduced high-performance 8GB and 16GB moviNAND embedded memory chips for use in smartphones. Samsung’s moviNAND adopts the new higher performance e-MMC 4.41 specification, which enables more efficient operation than previous solutions developed using the e-MMC 4.4 specification. By takind advantage of the new standardized features, the latest Samsung moviNAND chips are able to process orders more efficiently. In addition, when the Samsung
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Samsung Unveils Dual-core Mobile Processor
With the announcement of a new dual-core processor that is designed to be used in tablet PCs, netbooks, and smartphones, Samsung is giving us a glimpse at what may be coming in 2011. The new processor, codenamed Orion, contains a pair of 1GHz ARM Cortex A9 cores. This processor will be able to handle 1080p video playback and recording at 30 frames per second. In addition, devices that use the processor such as a smartphone will be able to support two displays while also driving a third external display such
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HotHardware's 2010 Back To School Shopping Guide
It's that time again. The time of year where students and parents frantically hit e-tailers with overnight shipping deals in order to get that all-important back-to-school technology into a dorm room or backpack before classes begins. It's back-to-school season, and whether you've started classes recently or are awaiting (dreading?) that first 8AM lecture, there may be a few bits of techno-shopping that need to be taken care of before you can be on you're on your way to that straight-A report card. Whether you're
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Zune Media Players Taking Flight With United Airlines
Microsoft's Zune HD sure has seen a difficult road. No matter how hard the company tried, they never could gain ground on Apple. The iPod has proven too strong for even Microsoft's marketing powers, and now it's rare to hear anything about the player at all. Microsoft is still making them, but they're hardly marketing it; at this point, the iPod has simply taken over, and as SanDisk's CEO pointed out a few years back, it's hard to "out iPod the iPod." But that's not to say the Zune HD is dead. United Airlines
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Sanho Supersizes iPad Storage with External Hard Drive
Any Apple users remember Sanho? They're the ones who brought the HyperMac battery packs for Apple iDevices to market, and now they've come out with a product sporting a bit more mass appeal. It's called the HyperDrive, and it's the world's first (and naturally only) external hard drive that can plug directly into the iPad, no PC required. The HyperDrive adds up to 750GB of additional storage to supplement that suddenly paltry 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB of internal storage your stock iPad shipped with. That in itself
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Huawei Lays Claim to First Affordable Smartphone
We're willing to gamble our in-laws that you've never heard of Huawei before (and if you have, don't pat yourself on the back until you've met our extended families), but there are a few reasons why that might change. First, Huawei is the largest networking and telecommunications hardware supplier in China, and they're also the second largest company in the mobile equipment market behind Ericsson. But what might really boost the company's popularity on a global scale is the release of what Huawei claims is the
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Origin PC Introduces "Big O" Gaming Tower With PC And Xbox 360
Is this the world's ultimate gaming PC? You could probably argue either way, but we're pretty sure it's the world's ultimate entertainment machine. Pound for pound, you'll be hard pressed to find a desktop tower with more fun-per-square-inch than on Origin PC's new "Big O." This mammoth machine is unlike anything we have ever seen. Rather than just stuffing a flashy tower with the most cutting-edge components, Origin has decided to go above and beyond the call of duty. How so? By placing a top-of-the-line gaming
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Nikon President Hints At Interchangeable Lens Camera Model
Sony has their NEX line, while Olympus and Panasonic have Micro Four Thirds. It's a blossoming market, and just about everyone is getting into the interchangeable lens camera sector. They're smaller than DSLRs, yet offer far more flexibility compared to a standard compact digital camera. But one camera company that has yet to dive in is Nikon. Nikon is a staple in the camera industry, and it makes sense to think that they'd eventually follow suit. But they real question is "When?" According to a new interview
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Asus Brings GTX 460M GPU To RoG G53 And G73 Gaming Notebooks
Asus, meet NVIDIA. NVIDIA, meet Asus. We know you two have a long history of working together, but this particular union seems more important than ever before. The G53 and G73 gaming notebooks were powerful before, but the newest versions are even more potent. These two machines have just been upgraded with NVIDIA's GTX 460M (Fermi) graphics engine, meaning that DirectX 11 support and high-end 3D gaming are both included. Both machines also enjoy a rear vented cooling system, ergonomic keyboard layout, 1.5GB
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Samsung Fascinate Available Tomorrow On Verizon Wireless
And that makes four. Samsung's Galaxy S smartphone has now managed to invade all four of the major U.S. carriers, which is a feat that few phones will ever achieve. It goes by different names on different carriers, and a few minor tweaks have been made on each, but it's safe to say that the Verizon Wireless version may have been the most anticipated. Called the "Fascinate," the phone has launched today and is available to order online tomorrow, with in-store availability scheduled for the 9th . It ships with
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GlobalFoundries Details Plans For 2011 And Beyond
On September 1, GlobalFoundries played host to the first annual Global Technology Conference (GTC for short). While there were a fair number of partner presentations on display, the conference was primarily driven by GlobalFoundries executives and announcements. When we spoke to GlobalFoundries in March we remarked on the company's aggressive roadmap; we were curious to see if the company would still be on track six months later. Based on comments made by company CEO Doug Grose, GlobalFoundries is on track to
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HotHardware's 2010 Back To School Shopping Guide
It's that time again. The time of year where students and parents frantically hit e-tailers with overnight shipping deals in order to get that all-important back-to-school technology into a dorm room or backpack before classes begins. It's back-to-school season, and whether you've started classes recently or are awaiting (dreading?) that first 8AM lecture, there may be a few bits of techno-shopping that need to be taken care of before you can be on you're on your way to that straight-A
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How to put DVD disc, DVD Folder, IFO files on iPod
The following is the step by step guide for putting DVD movies on your iPod by using DVD to iPod Converter.
Step 1: Load DVD, DVD Folder, IFO files
Run this DVD to iPod Converter, then you will see the following screen.
Click the "Load DVD" button to add DVD disc, DVD Folder or IFO files. After you load DVD, you would see the following screen:
Step 2: Choose profile
Choose the output format from the "Profile" pull-down menu, find what your player supporting format or the devices.
The supporting output formats can be seen in the picture:
(1) Settings: In order to optimize the output video or audio, you can specifying the video/audio settings. Click "Settings" to open the settings window.
(2) Audio Track, Subtitle: You can set the output settings for the selected file:
Audio Track: Select audio track for your selected file (either a title or a chapter).
Subtitle: Select subtitle for your selected file (either a title or a chapter).
(3) Merge: You also can put you file into one, just click "Merge into one file", that's ok.
(4) Destination: Click the "Browse", you can put the converted file into what you want disk, and in the "Open Folder", you can find the file.
Step 3: Start conversion
Click the "Start" to rip your DVD.
Best DVD Ripper
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GlobalFoundries Details Plans For 2011 And Beyond
On September 1, GlobalFoundries played host to the first annual Global Technology Conference (GTC for short). While there were a fair number of partner presentations on display, the conference was primarily driven by GlobalFoundries executives and announcements. When we spoke to GlobalFoundries in March we remarked on the company's aggressive roadmap; we were curious to see if the company would still be on track six months later...
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Nikon Debuts Coolpix S8100 And S80 Point And Shoot Cameras
More Nikon goods? That's right. The Coolpix P7000 was just the beginning, as the company has two more point and shoots to consider today. The Coolpix S8100 is a robust, well-rounded pocket camera for those who aren't quite ready for a DSLR, yet need the resolution of 1080p video. It offers a 12.1MP backside illuminated CMOS sensor, 10x zoom, 1080p video support, subject tracking, Nikon's EXPEED C2 image processor, a 4-Way Vibration Reduction (VR) Image Stabilization System and ISO settings that range up to 3200. There's even in-camera HDR, a 3" LCD on the back, in-camera red-eye reduction and a number of colors to choose from (black, red and gold). The $299.95 price tag isn't all that bad either given the feature set, and it'll ship later this month -- in plenty of time for that high-brow stocking stuffer you're after.
Next, there's the Coolpix S80, a sleek, stylish pocket camera with a 3.5" touch panel OLED being the star attraction. And considering that there's no standard viewfinder, it's a good thing Nikon went for broke on the viewing display. Other features include 720p movie support, a 0.7" thin frame, a built-in print function, 14.1MP sensor, 5x wide-angle lens, a 5-Way vibration reduction (VR) Image Stabilization System, ISO settings up to 6400 and Best Shot Selector, which automatically takes up to ten shots while the shutter-release button is pressed, and then selects and saves the sharpest image. Those extra additions will push the MSRP to $329.95 when it ships in the Fall, though your color options are abundant: red, black, blue, pink, gold and silver/brown.
Nikon’s New COOLPIX S8100 Gives Consumers High-Speed Shooting And Super 10x Zoom To Capture ‘‘Can’t Miss’’ Moments Even In Low-Light Conditions
The S8100’s Compact Design Includes 12.1 MP CMOS Sensor to Capture Amazing Photos Up To 10 FPS
MELVILLE, NY (September 8, 2010) – Nikon Inc. today announced the COOLPIX S8100, which offers a 12.1-megapixel backside illumination CMOS sensor to provide consumers with enhanced performance and outstanding image quality for high-speed shooting and low-light conditions. Fast, responsive and versatile, the Nikon COOLPIX S8100 with an incredible 10X zoom will capture fast-moving subjects in still images and HD (1080p) movies.
To help capture moments that are gone in an instant, the COOLPIX S8100 not only features high-speed shooting at five full resolution frames at up to 10 frames-per-second (fps), but a pre-shooting cache that records up to two shots before the shutter-release is fully pressed. For extremely fast action shots, the S8100’s Sports Continuous mode records up to approximately 120 fps. With Subject Tracking, the S8100 automatically tracks a designated subject by activating autofocus (AF), enabling the user to capture the best moment confidently. The S8100 also adopts Nikon’s exclusive EXPEED C2™ image processing engine, which is customized to each COOLPIX model to further drive enhanced performance, outstanding image quality and HD video.
Staying true to the legacy of the Style Series, the S8100 empowers users with serious performance and image quality, while remaining stylish and compact. Equipped with a 10x Optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED glass lens (30-300mm, 35mm equivalent), the COOLPIX S8100 allows the user to get close to the action, even when recording a movie in Full HD (1080p). For that family film producer, the S8100 features one-touch recording, optical zoom and stereo sound recording while filming for an enhanced user experience. Additionally, users can perfect their movies in-camera with a new editing function or snap still images while recording.
“Our portfolio of compact digital cameras is designed to equip photographers of any level with the features and functions they will need for various shooting situations in a portable, compact body,†said Bo Kajiwara, director of marketing, Nikon Inc. “The COOLPIX S8100 blends superior high-speed and low-light performance with a sleek and stylish design for a camera that is not only ready to go when you are, but one you are proud to show off.â€
Advanced Technologies for Beautiful Nighttime Shots
The COOLPIX S8100 features a 12.1-megapixel backside illumination CMOS sensor, which enables exceptional image quality even when shooting in low-light settings. This CMOS sensor lends itself to enhanced shooting functions in dark situations, including the advanced Night Portrait mode, which reproduces night scenes and indoor portraits as the user sees them while reducing image blur. The Night Portrait mode combines consecutive shots of the background while the subject is taken using the flash, allowing challenging night scenes to be easily captured during handheld shooting and eliminating any subject movement. To further help deliver crisp, sharp photos, the S8100 features a 4-Way Vibration Reduction (VR) Image Stabilization System with ISO settings up to 3200.
Other functions benefiting from the lower noise and exceptional image quality of the new CMOS image sensor include an advanced Backlight shooting function with an in-camera high dynamic range (HDR) function, which merges images of the same scene to achieve a single image with a broad range of tonal detail for a frame-worthy shot. Additionally, the S8100’s advanced Night Landscape mode combines a series of five consecutive shots taken at a fast shutter speed into a single image with reduced noise for when taking handheld shots. From romantic candlelit dinners to capturing the bright lights of New York City at night, the COOLPIX S8100 ensures that no low-light moment will be left in the dark.
Creative Versatility
The COOLPIX S8100 helps unleash the user’s photographic potential with enhanced shooting and editing functions, including a new Mode Dial conveniently placed next to the shutter-release button for quick and easy access to shooting modes. The COOLPIX S8100 also features the Creative Slider, which simplifies adjusting brightness, saturation and color tone in-camera. Other in-camera editing functions include Quick Retouch and D-Lighting, giving users the ability to adjust their images during playback.
To further help the process of composing and sharing photos and movies, the COOLPIX S8100 boasts a 3.0-inch ultra high resolution (921,000-dot) Clear Color Display with a wide viewing angle and anti-glare coating. Additional must-have features in the S8100 include 17 scene modes, including the Scene Auto Selector, which automatically recognizes the shooting situation and adjusts camera settings accordingly for great photos in any environment. For outstanding portraits, the S8100 features Nikon’s Smart Portrait System, which incorporates a series of automatic functions including In-Camera Red-Eye Fix™, improved Face-Priority AF, Blink Warning, Smile Timer and Skin Softening to flatter even the most camera-shy subject.
Availability and Pricing
The COOLPIX S8100 will be available late September 2010 for $299.95 MSRP* in a choice of attractive colors including black, red and gold.Â
Nikon’s New COOLPIX S80 Touch Screen Digital Camera Delivers Fun And Function In A Fashion-Forward Design
MELVILLE, NY (September 8, 2010) – Integrating stylish design with intuitive operation, Nikon Inc. introduces the new COOLPIX S80, equipped with a beautifully bright 3.5-inch ultra high resolution organic LED (OLED) touch screen with an enhanced interface for a more enjoyable user experience.
With a user-friendly interface, the COOLPIX S80 gives the photographer easy touch control over the camera’s key functions for smooth operation, including touch shutter shooting, zoom and playback. To help users better compose their photos, the S80 employs tab-type graphics to maximize screen space without cluttering it with icons. When the camera is rotated for vertical shooting, display tabs and controls also automatically rotate for smoother shooting.
The large 3.5-inch ultra high resolution (819,000-dot) OLED touch screen display delivers clear, rich image reproductions, bright vivid colors and excellent contrast. With a wide viewing angle (approximately 180 degrees), brightness control and an anti-reflection coating, the S80’s touch screen display makes it easy to compose, view and share photos and HD (720p) movies.
“Our consumers not only rely on our compact digital cameras for beautiful photos and brilliant technology, but also as a reflection of their personal style,†said Bo Kajiwara, director of marketing, Nikon Inc. “The COOLPIX S80’s slim, sophistcated design, touch screen technology and excellent features make it fun for consumers to capture high quality images and share their memorable moments.â€
Measuring 0.7-inches, the surprisingly thin COOLPIX S80 can be slipped in any pocket or bag for unbeatable portability. Sliding the lens cover turns the camera on and off, while creating a sleek, modern look. Available in six colors as bright as the OLED touch screen display, the S80 is not only a compact digital camera, but it’s also a fashion statement.
With the COOLPIX S80’s intuitive touch screen, creativity is at the user’s fingertips. The S80 lets users add their personal touch to photos with the Paint function, giving them the ability to write or draw on images during playback. The Retouch Menu lets users easily adjust images in-camera with the touch of a finger by choosing from a wide range of functions, including Color Options, Soft Focus, Selective Color, Cross Screen, Miniature Effect and Fish-eye Effect. In playback mode, the user can even add moving stamps for an animated effect. In addition, the S80 features a new rating function that allows users to rate their photos with up to five stars and sort images according to their rating.
The S80 is equipped with a built-in slide show function, allowing the user to playback photos to pre-set music for an enjoyable sharing experience. The COOLPIX S80 also features HD (720p) Movie with optical zoom and stereo sound available during recording. An HDMI output enables easy playback on an HDTV for big-screen viewing of photos from a recent vacation or HD video from the latest family gathering.
Packed into the super slim COOLPIX S80 are must-have features like a 14.1-megapixel CCD sensor and 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED glass lens (35-175mm, 35mm equivalent) to help the user capture beautiful landscapes and allow them to get close to the action. The S80 helps reduce camera shake with a 5-Way vibration reduction (VR) Image Stabilization System that includes Optical and Hybrid VR, Motion Detection, ISO settings up to 6400 and Best Shot Selector, which automatically takes up to ten shots while the shutter-release button is pressed, and then selects and saves the sharpest image. The S80 employs Nikon’s EXPEED C2™ image processing engine to ensure outstanding image quality.
To further help users take better photos, the COOLPIX S80 includes 17 scene modes and the Easy Auto Mode, which automatically recognizes the shooting situation and adjusts camera settings accordingly for great photos in any environment. For outstanding portraits, the S80 features Nikon’s Smart Portrait System, which incorporates a series of automatic functions including In-Camera Red-Eye Fix™, improved Face-Priority AF, Smile Timer, Blink Warning, Blink Proof and Skin Softening to flatter even the most camera-shy subject.
Availability and Pricing
The COOLPIX S80 will be available in fall 2010 for $329.95 MSRP* in a choice of stylish colors including red, black, blue, pink, gold and silver/brown.Â
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LG To Ship Optimus Smartphones With NVIDIA's Tegra 2 Processor
NVIDIA's Ion has helped to revolutionize the nettop and netbook market place. Just a couple of years ago, netbooks were incapable of playing back 720p content smoothly; now, Ion-equipped netbooks have no trouble playing back 1080p content. The next generation of Ion is already out, but now NVIDIA is hoping to do for smartphones what they already did for netbooks and nettops. The Tegra chip has been infrequently used in a few mobile devices, with Microsoft's Zune HD being the most prominent. But NVIDIA has big plans to expand the use of it, and LG's onboard.
A new press release from the mobile phone maker has confirmed that LG will soon be producing smartphones with NVIDIA's Tegra 2 processor. In fact, they'll be producing a series of phones with Tegra 2. Starting in Q4 2010, Tegra 2 will be found within a number of LG's Optimus phones, giving 1GHz of power as well as 1080p video playback to phones that slide within your pocket. NVIDIA hopes to provide "console-quality gaming" on phones, and it's likely that some of the first LG Tegra phones will run Windows Phone 7.
Q4 should be interesting; the iPhone's about to get some serious competition in the gaming space, that's for sure.
LG DEVELOPS POWERFUL SMARTPHONES WITH NVIDIA TEGRA 2 PROCESSOR
SEOUL, Sept. 7, 2010 ¬ – LG Electronics (LG) announced today that it will introduce a series of fast, powerful smartphones starting in the fourth quarter of 2010 utilizing the second generation NVIDIA? Tegra™ mobile processor, Tegra 2. Tegra 2 includes the world’s first dual-core CPU, which powers through complex tasks to achieve significant leaps in performance.
LG will integrate Tegra 2 into its smartphones, providing them with unprecedented power, speed and graphics capability. These smartphones will be part of LG’s Optimus Series, a new line of innovative mobile products.
LG selected NVIDIA Tegra because it enables a new mobile experience and content capabilities. Tegra 2 features a number of mobile “firstsâ€: the first mobile dual-core CPU, the only ultra low-power NVIDIA GeForce? GPU and the first 1080p HD mobile video processor. Taking full advantage of the two speedy 1 GHz processors sharing the workload in Tegra 2, consumers can experience up to 2x faster web browsing and up to 5x faster gaming performance over single core processors running at 1 GHz. NVIDIA’s leadership in graphics also delivers flawless 1080p HD video playback, console-quality gaming and amazing 3D capabilities.
“LG is committed to making its Optimus Series smart devices the de facto standard in speed and graphics performance,†said Chang Ma, Vice President of Marketing Strategy Team, LG Mobile Communications Company. “We selected NVIDIA because it is the visual computing leader and has a long history of creating amazing consumer experiences.â€
“The ultimate smartphones will be powered by Tegra, the world’s most advanced mobile processor,†said Phil Carmack, senior vice president of NVIDIA’s mobile business. “LG is one of the most popular consumer brands, and their Optimus Series of devices with Tegra is further validation of the processor’s ability to deliver an unrivaled, turbocharged media experience.â€
LG’s Optimus Series smartphones featuring the NVIDIA Tegra 2 mobile processor will debut starting in the fourth quarter of the year.Â
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Come on guys lets make the longest thread in the history of HH! As many pages as possible!
If this thread is not long and everyone ignores it then you are all boring farts
So be 1337 and come on
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Nikon Introduces Prosumer Coolpix P7000 Point And Shoot Camera
The prosumer camera sector just got a lot more interesting. Canon's G11 and G12 have largely stood alone in recent years; those prosumer point and shoot cameras didn't have too many rivals, but now Nikon's knocking on their door with the new Coolpix P7000. This is one of Nikon's most advanced, yet compact cameras to date, offering a slew of manual controls that you'd expect on a DSLR but within the shell of a camera that can easily slip into your rear pocket.
The new camera has a 1/1.7†CCD sensor coupled with a 7.1x Wide Angle Optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED Glass Lens, not to mention an EXPEED C2 digital image processor. Low-light users should also be pleased with selectable ISO ranges from 100 to 6400 (with a boosted mode of 12800), and there's even a 5-Way VR Image Stabilization System, which utilizes a variety of tactics including optical lens shift to minimize the effect of camera shake to help banish the blur while shooting handheld or in low-light.
The P7000 also adds controls and buttons for key features like ISO, white balance, bracketing and exposure compensation, and there's even support for Macro shots as well as shooting in RAW. Movie mode? It's here, with 720p at 24fps. There's even a hot shoe accessory mount for an additional flash or microphone. These pro features come with a pro price, though -- the P7000 will ship later in the month for $499.95.
Nikon’s New High Performance COOLPIX P7000 Delivers Incredible Image Quality And Advanced Creative Control In A Compact Body
New COOLPIX Camera Gives Enthusiasts Full Manual Controls and Superior NIKKOR Optics in Addition to Advanced Photo and Video Features in a Package That Evokes SLR Familiarity
MELVILLE, NY (September 8, 2010) – With advanced functions and features similar to those found in Nikon’s line of award winning and critically acclaimed D-SLRs, Nikon Inc. today introduced the COOLPIX P7000, the ultimate compact camera that’s ready to take on most any photo assignment. At home in a pro’s gadget bag or in the hands of a spirited enthusiast, passionate photographers of all levels will benefit from the P7000’s high performance, extensive manual controls, stunning image quality and advanced shooting functions.
The 10.1-megapixel COOLPIX P7000 features a large 1/1.7†CCD sensor coupled with a 7.1x Wide Angle Optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED Glass Lens for consistent superior image quality that explodes with vivid color and sharpness frame after frame. Taking Nikon’s commitment to image quality a step further, the P7000 adopts Nikon’s new EXPEED C2™ high performance digital image processing engine to ensure high-quality pictures with stunning color and sharpness.
“The COOLPIX P7000 represents the best of both worlds. It is an exciting compact camera offering from Nikon, as it not only provides expanded creative control found in digital SLR cameras, but also provides photo enthusiasts with the portability and simplicity of COOLPIX digital cameras,†said Bo Kajiwara, director of marketing, Nikon Inc. “The P7000 is the perfect complement to an advanced photographer’s D-SLR, and it inspires the entry-level consumer to explore the boundaries of their photographic capabilities and fulfill their creative vision.â€
ISO sensitivity ranges from ISO 100 to 6400 (expandable to ISO 12,800 in low noise Night Mode) to ensure incredibly sharp, crisp images when shooting in low-light or photographing fast-moving subjects. The P7000 also offers a variety of functions that enable superior rendering when shooting at high sensitivities, including a Low Noise Night Mode and a Noise Reduction Filter. The camera also features 5-Way VR Image Stabilization System, which utilizes a variety of tactics including optical lens shift to minimize the effect of camera shake to help banish the blur while shooting handheld or in low-light.
Thoughtful engineering has led to the addition of features that will be welcome to current D-SLR users. The Zoom Memory function allows the camera’s 28-200mm (35mm equivalent) lens to be used in a way that simulates use of a prime lens, ideal for shooting at a preferred angle of view. The P7000 also adds controls and buttons for key features like ISO, white balance, bracketing and exposure compensation. The new innovative and independent Quick Menu dial ensures easy access to key functions with the comfort of analog operation. Advanced users will also enjoy the benefits of shooting RAW/NRW* files for creative freedom, and macro abilities as close as 0.8 inches.
While the image quality of the P7000 is nothing short of stellar, the video capabilities are far beyond that of a typical compact. The P7000 records HD video at 720p at 24 frames-per-second (fps) with optical zoom and autofocus control. A COOLPIX first, users can now record audio with an external stereo microphone via the microphone input. An accessory microphone or Nikon Speedlight can be mounted on the P7000’s hot shoe.
Additional features of the Nikon COOLPIX P7000 digital camera include:
   * 7.1x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED glass lens (28-200mm f/2.8-5.6) allows for detailed close-ups and dramatic landscapes.
   * 3.0-inch 921,000-dot Clear Color Display with wide viewing angle makes it easy to compose, view and share still images and movies that come alive with rich detail and improved contrast.
   * Large optical viewfinder with diopter adjustment dial
   * Tone Level Information helps photographers achieve their desired exposure with a histogram display, allowing them to determine the exposure while checking the balance between highlights and shadows.
   * Electronic Virtual Horizon Indicator gives the user visual confirmation that the camera has a level horizon.
   * In-camera editing functions include exposure compensation, COOLPIX Picture Control, noise reduction filter, Quick Retouch, D-Lighting and Active D-Lighting.
   * 5-Way Vibration Reduction (VR) Image Stabilization System
         o Optical VR Image Stabilization by lens shift minimizes the effects of camera shake.
         o Hybrid VR Image Stabilization by lens shift and electronic VR.
         o Motion Detection automatically detects moving subjects and adjusts shutter speed and the ISO setting to compensate for camera shake and subject movement.
         o High ISO up to 6400 at full resolution for optimal results when shooting in low-light or photographing fast-moving subjects.
         o Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to 10 shots while the user presses the shutter and saves the sharpest image.
   * Full Manual Controls-PSAM (Program, Shutter, Aperture, Manual) control gives creative control over images.
   * NRW (RAW) file function compatible with Mac® and Windows® Operating Systems.
   * Bracketing functions for Automatic Exposure (Sv and Tv) and White Balance allows the user to take consecutive shots with slightly different settings and select the one that best matches their intention.
   * HD (720p) Movie with Stereo, Mic Input Jack and HDMI Output records at 24 fps with optical zoom, autofocus and stereo sound.
   * Subject Tracking automatically activates autofocus while tracking moving subjects, like active children or unpredictable animals.
   * Scene Auto Selector automatically recognizes the shooting situation and adjusts the camera’s settings accordingly for great pictures anywhere.
   * Smart Portrait System integrates the following features to make it a snap to capture stunning portraits:
         o In-Camera Red-Eye Fix™ automatically fixes most instances of red-eye.
         o Enhanced Face-Priority AF can detect up to 12 faces from a variety of angles.
         o Skin Softening ensures smooth skin tone on the face of subjects by leveraging built-in face-detection technology.
         o Smile Timer automatically detects when a subject smiles and releases the shutter.
         o Blink Warning alerts the photographer if a subject has blinked.
The Nikon COOLPIX P7000 will be available in late September 2010 for $499.95 MSRP**.Â
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HotHardware's 2010 Back To School Shopping Guide
It's that time again. The time of year where students and parents frantically hit e-tailers with overnight shipping deals in order to get that all-important back-to-school technology into a dorm room or backpack before classes begins. It's back-to-school season, and whether you've started classes recently or are awaiting (dreading?) that first 8AM lecture, there may be a few bits of techno-shopping that need to be taken care of before you can be on you're on your way to that straight-A report card.Whether you're about to begin the Fall semester of college or your senior year in high school (or something else entirely), you'll probably need the right hardware to get you through. In the pages to come, we're taking a look at today's latest and greatest when it comes to systems, hardware and peripherals that could prove useful for any dutiful student...
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HP Intros First Officejet Printers With Web Connectivity
Like it or not, the world wide web is taking over. And when we say "taking over," we really mean it. The web is everywhere these days: on your PC, on your netbook, on your airplane, on your smartphone, on your HDTV, and soon, on your printers. Hewlett-Packard today introduced their first Officejet printers with Web connectivity, alongside their ePrint and Print Apps. If you aren't keeping pace with technology, chances are you'll have difficulty working this generation's printers. Imagine that!
These two new printers are the first designed specifically for small business and prosumer use with access to the Internet, and the new feature set is quite impressive. Users can print web content such as templates and stored documents without a PC by using HP print apps, and they can also print from any mobile device anywhere in the world. Admins can of course set up a "white list" so that only specific users can send in mobile print commands, and essentially, HP is enabling users to take the PC out of the printing equation.
The HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One series and Officejet 7500A Wide Format e-All-in-One are expected to ship soon, with full pricing and feature details listed below. The Web is coming to your printer; what's next, your shoes?
HP Introduces First HP Officejet Printers with Web Connectivity
HP ePrint and HP Print Apps enhance business productivity
PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 8, 2010 – HP today strengthened its award-winning HP Officejet portfolio with the company’s first web-connected printers designed for small businesses – including the world’s first wide-format all-in-one device with web connectivity.(1)
HP ePrint technology, incorporated into the new printers, provides customers with the freedom and convenience to print from any mobile device, wherever business happens.(2) Also, for the first time, HP business customers can print web content such as templates and stored documents without a PC by using HP print apps.(3)
The new HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One series and HP Officejet 7500A Wide Format e-All-in-One were designed for businesses looking for a wired or wireless all-in-one that offers impressive results and efficiency savings. For example, the HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One series provides 50 percent lower cost per page compared with laser printers.(4)
“We are making web-connected printing the new industry standard – first for consumers, and now for small business,†said Hatem Mostafa, vice president, Inkjet Business Solutions, Imaging and Printing Group, HP. “With the addition of HP ePrint technology and HP print apps to these new HP business inkjet printers, small businesses can significantly improve their productivity – both in the office and on the go.â€
HP’s first web-connected printers for business
HP ePrint technology gives each printer an email address that allows direct printing to the office while on the go, and convenient printing for clients or colleagues visiting the office – no drivers or software necessary.
To protect customer privacy and security, each ePrint email address is unique and will never be distributed unless a customer provides it to others. The email address also can be reset at any time. Plus, customers can set a “white list†to ensure they only receive prints from a select list of email addresses.
HP print apps enable HP business customers to print web content without a PC.(3) The print apps are accessible directly from the printer’s touchscreen display, enabling them to enjoy services such as:
—           Marketsplash by HP for a shortcut to print customized marketing materials such as brochures and flyers;
—           Google Docs for easy document scanning to the web for printing at a later time;
—           Box.net to scan, share, manage and access business content online;
—           Portfolio.com and Reuters for the latest news articles;
—           Daily Brief for business essentials in one place including calendar, to-do list and news from American City Business Journals; and
—           DocStoc and Biztree for immediate access to business forms such as invoices, contracts, receipts, legal agreements and checklists.(3)
Additional information on HP print apps is available at www.hp.com/go/ePrintcenter.
The HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One series
The HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One series allows small businesses to make their best impression with professional-quality color prints, marketing materials or other business documents for up to 50 percent lower cost per page compared with laser printers.(4) Businesses also can use the integrated wired and wireless networking to share these web-connected all-in-ones with multiple PCs. With Original HP Officejet inks and ColorLok office papers, businesses can create high-impact prints with vivid fade- and water-resistant results.
The HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One series includes three models:
—           HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One – Users can quickly access print apps and print from the web using the 2.36-inch touchscreen display. This wireless device features laser-comparable speeds up to 15 pages per minute black and 11 pages per minute color(5) as well as a 250-sheet paper tray, 35-page automatic document feeder (simplex), USB port and memory card slots. The ability to scan and fax to PC and network folders, as well as copy a two-sided ID card onto one side of a page, also help users do more. Available now for purchase in Asia, Europe and Latin America for $299,(6) the HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One is expected to be available by mid-September in North America.
—           HP Officejet Pro 8500A Plus e-All-in-One – In addition to all features and capabilities available in the HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One, this device includes a larger 4.3-inch touchscreen display, a 50-page two-sided automatic document feeder, legal-size glass, and scan and fax to email functionality. CopySmart solutions such as CopyFix correct flawed or off-center originals for high-quality results. Available now for purchase in Asia, Europe and Latin America for $399,(6) the HP Officejet Pro 8500A Plus e-All-in-One is expected to be available by mid-September in North America.
—           HP Officejet Pro 8500A Premium e-All-in-One – This top-of-the-line business inkjet printer includes all of the features and capabilities available in the HP Officejet Pro 8500A Plus e-All-in-One, plus an additional 250-sheet office paper tray, a second set of color ink cartridges, 50-sheet glossy brochure media and ReadIris Pro OCR software. The HP Officejet Pro 8500A Premium e-All-in-One is expected to be available by mid-September in North America for $499.(6)
An HP Eco Solution, the ENERGY STAR® qualified HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One series uses up to 50 percent less energy than color laser printers(7) and up to 80 percent fewer supplies and packaging by weight compared with color laser printers.(8) Business users also can reference the Eco Tips section of the control panel for guidance on saving energy, recycling print cartridges and reducing paper use by up to 50 percent using automatic two-sided printing.
Additional information on the new HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One series and HP’s entire portfolio of HP Officejet printers is available at www.hp.com/officejetpro.
HP Officejet 7500A Wide Format e-All-in-One
For businesses looking for a wired or wireless all-in-one that enables them to print professional business materials from 3 x 5 inches to 13 x 19 inches, HP offers the HP Officejet 7500A Wide Format e-All-in-One – the world’s first wide-format all-in-one with web-connectivity(1) and the lowest cost per page versus in-class, wide-format inkjet all-in-ones.(9)
In addition to fax, copy and scan functionality, this device features fast, laser-comparable speeds up to 10 pages per minute and 7 pages per minute color(5) as well as a 150-page wide-format tray, a 35-page automatic document feeder (simplex), USB port, memory card slots, 2.36-inch touchscreen display and CopySmart solutions.
Users of the new HP Officejet 7500A Wide Format e-All-in-One can realize great value, professional color graphics, laser-quality black text and photo quality prints by using individual HP Officejet inks and high-capacity cartridges designed for the office.(10) The wireless, wide-format device uses up to 40 percent less energy than comparable laser products.(11) Available now for purchase in Asia and Europe for $299,(6) the HP Officejet 7500A Wide Format e-All-in-One is expected to be available by late-September in Latin America and North America.
More information on the HP Officejet 7500A Wide Format e-All-in-One is available at http://wwnpi.com/HP/Demos/7500A.html.
About HP
HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society. The world’s largest technology company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More information about HP (NYSE: HPQ) is available at http://www.hp.com.
(1)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Compared with B-size/A3+ inkjet all-in-ones with fax less than $300 from major vendors as of September 3, 2010. Details at www.hp.com/go/officejet.
(2)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Requires an internet connection to the printer. Feature works with any internet- and email-capable device. Details at www.hp.com/go/ePrintcenter.
(3)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Requires an internet connection to the printer. Services may require registration. Apps availability varies by country and language. Details at www.hp.com/go/ePrintcenter.
(4)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Majority of color laser all-in-ones less than $600, March 2010; details at www.hp.com/go/officejet. HP Officejet Pro ISO yield with highest-capacity cartridges based on continuous printing; details at www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.
(5)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â After first set of ISO test pages. Details at www.hp.com/go/printerclaims.
(6)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Estimated U.S. street prices. Actual prices and available models may vary by region.
(7)           Majority of color laser all-in-ones less than $600, March 2010; details at www.hp.com/go/officejet. Energy use based on HP testing using the ENERGY STAR program’s TEC test method criteria.
(8)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Compared with the majority of color laser all-in-ones less than $600, March 2010. Calculation compares weight of supplies and cartridge packaging needed for the same amount of pages based on ISO yield and continuous printing.
(9)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Compared with B-size/A3+ inkjet all-in-ones with fax less than $300 from major vendors as of March 2010. Details at www.hp.com/go/officejet. HP Officejet CPP based on ISO yield of products offered as of March 2010 with highest-capacity cartridges based on continuous printing. Details at www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.
(10)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Not included. Please purchase separately.
(11)         Majority of letter-size color laser all-in-ones less than $600 as of March 2010; details at www.hp.com/go/officejet. Energy use based on HP testing using the ENERGY STAR program’s TEC test method criteria.
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Super Talent Ships Four USB 3.0 Flash Drives
For a moment there, we were beginning to think that Super Talent had taken their foot off of the pedal, but really, they were just saving up a few releases to announce all at once. The company made famous for producing numerous SSD options when the world had none is now making a name for themselves in the flash drive sector, with four new USB 3.0 flash drives shipping to those who can't get enough performance in their lives.
The new USB 3.0 Express RAM Cache drive is the headline device, which is available in 32GB and 64GB sizes. It implements a DRAM caching system to boost small block random performance by up to 300%, so performance junkies will surely take notice. Super Talent claims that this implementation will give users more performance when transferring smaller file chunks, which is something most users do more often than huge, bulk transfers. By adding a caching system, the Express RAM Cache drive can now write these same files 260% faster; instead of taking 13 seconds, this transfer now takes less than 5 seconds. As the file size decreases and the file count increase, this time savings becomes even more apparent.
From top to bottom, Super Talent's USB 3.0 thumb drive line ranges from $59 to $209, with the stock 16GB USB 3.0 Express Drive at the bottom, the 32GB model at $99, the 16GB Express RAM Cache at $129 and the 32GB Express RAM Cache at $209.
The Four Fastest USB 3.0 Flash Drives, Now Shipping from Super Talent
Performance USB 3.0 flash drives to fit most any budget
San Jose, California - September 7, 2010 - Super Talent Technology, a leading manufacturer of Flash storage solutions and DRAM memory modules, today announced they are now shipping their new "USB 3.0 Express RAM CacheTM drive". Available in 32 & 64GB capacities, this new drive implements a DRAM caching system to boost small block random performance by up to 300%.
As most manufacturers are announcing their first USB 3.0 flash drive, Super Talent is announcing their fourth. Super Talent is also currently the only USB flash manufacturer offering a caching system on their drives.
"We've made the first, fastest, hardware encrypted, and most affordable USB flash 3.0 flash drives, now with the Express RAM Cache, we are offering affordable cache support on USB 3.0." - Super Talent COO, CH Lee
Sequential read and write speeds only show how a drive will perform when copying large files. In "real world" applications, we are often reading and writing 100's of smaller files and in some cases even booting to the drive. In these instances traditional flash deigns show their weakness and a caching system can dramatically improve performance. For example, say you wanted to copy 40 MP3 files to your flash drive. By adding a caching system, the Express RAM Cache drive can now write these same files 260% faster; instead of taking 13 seconds, this transfer now takes less than 5 seconds. As the file size decreases and the file count increase, this time savings becomes even more apparent.Â
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Asus Brings GTX 460M GPU To RoG G53 And G73 Gaming Notebooks
Asus, meet NVIDIA. NVIDIA, meet Asus. We know you two have a long history of working together, but this particular union seems more important than ever before. The G53 and G73 gaming notebooks were powerful before, but the newest versions are even more potent. These two machines have just been upgraded with NVIDIA's GTX 460M (Fermi) graphics engine, meaning that DirectX 11 support and high-end 3D gaming are both included.Both machines also enjoy a rear vented cooling system, ergonomic keyboard layout, 1.5GB of GDDR5 memory and plenty of screen real estate. The G73 has an eye-popping 17" panel, while the G53 steps it back to 15". Also, both machines are cut out for 3D gaming, and the HDMI 1.4 output ensures that you can display HD content on even the newest of HDTVs. Other specifications include a Core i7 processor (Core i5 and Core i3 are available), Windows 7, DD3 memory, dual hard drive support, an optical drive (Blu-ray or DVD), 2.0MP webcam, integrated 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1, audio in/out and even a USB 3.0 port. There's also an 8-cell battery, built-in subwoofer and a case that may give you back problems if you lug it around too long. No word on price yet, but we know Fermi doesn't come cheap.
Asus Launches Republic of Gamers G53 and G73 Notebooks Featuring the Brand New NVIDIA GTX 460M
New from ASUS Republic of Gamers, G53 and G73 gaming notebooks now ship with the just-released NVIDIA GTX 460M graphics engine, utilizing hardware optimized for DirectX11, with full support for high definition 3D gaming. They also feature a gaming-dedicated design, with rear vented cooling and an ergonomic keyboard surface.
Bringing Fermi to Notebooks
Based on the latest generation of graphics cards from NVIDIA, known to media and the public as Fermi, the NVIDIA GTX 460M offers extreme graphics performance tailored to portable PCs. It employs DirectX11 graphics with effects such as real time ray tracing and advanced tessellation. This offers the most sophisticated graphics engine from NVIDIA ever on a notebook PC.
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) G53 and G73 gaming notebooks represent the first time the new NVIDIA GTX 460M comes with a massive 1.5GB of GDDR5 memory. This also signifies the first time the NVIDIA GTX 460M has been put to use rendering 3D visuals, a key aspect of G53 and G73 gaming notebooks.
Made for 3D
These new notebooks come ready for full high definition 3D gaming, the first time this has been achieved on a 17†notebook PC in the case of the G73. Delivered in 120 frames per second to eliminate ghosting and lag, the 3D effect on these notebooks benefits from the power of the NVIDIA GTX 460M, as well as from superior quality LCD panels, embedded sensors and high fidelity active shutter glasses.
Both notebooks support 3D output to any compatible large screen television through HDMI 1.4, taking 3D to the living room for a larger-scale experience. The newest generation of G Series gaming notebooks improves 3D visuals on Blu-ray, as the NVIDIA GTX 460M graphics engine uses special hardware to accelerate 3D on the high definition disc format, whereas other graphics engines rely on the CPU, which increases system load.
Upgrading Visuals
With the NVIDIA GTX 460M on board, ROG G53 and G73 gaming notebooks are ready for the newest and most demanding PC game titles, including StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty from Blizzard-Activision.
Through their powerful hardware, these notebooks deliver high definition graphics with no compromise, taking advantage of DirectX11 innovations such as real time ray tracing and tessellation. They can run games in high resolutions with anti aliasing turned on and no slowdown incurred. This is due to the addition of the NVIDIA GTX 460M and its large dedicated video memory.
Gaming-Focused Design
Beyond core technologies, ROG G53 and G73 gaming notebooks focus on the overall user experience. Their unique styling puts them apart from other gaming notebooks, as does the 5-degree inclined keyboard surface, designed to ensure user comfort during even the lengthiest of gaming sessions. Likewise, the rear venting cooling exhaust pushes heat and noise away from users, keeping the notebooks stable and cool.
Speaking of the new models from ROG, Rene Haas, General Manager of Notebooks with NVIDIA, said: “ASUS Republic of Gamers notebooks always lead the industry with the latest gaming tech. With the introduction of NVIDIA’s new Fermi-class GeForce GTX 460M GPU, ASUS delivers DX11 for gamers on the go. Combined with NVIDIA 3D Vision, G53 and G73 notebooks are must haves for the coming holidays.â€
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Nikon President Hints At Interchangeable Lens Camera Model
Sony has their NEX line, while Olympus and Panasonic have Micro Four Thirds. It's a blossoming market, and just about everyone is getting into the interchangeable lens camera sector. They're smaller than DSLRs, yet offer far more flexibility compared to a standard compact digital camera. But one camera company that has yet to dive in is Nikon. Nikon is a staple in the camera industry, and it makes sense to think that they'd eventually follow suit. But they real question is "When?"
According to a new interview and report from Reuters, "when" may be "soon." Nikon's president has reportedly told Reuters that they are "readying a camera model [that they hope] will create a new market," and that camera will compete directly with Sony's NEX line. That leaves little to the imagination. It almost certainly has to be some form of shrunken DSLR with interchangeable lenses. The president said: "We want to propose another type of photography. I don't think there is any need to limit it to two categories. We want to create a new market."
We're guessing that "two categories" presently refers to standard point and shoot models along with DSLRs, with a third market being this new compact DSLR market. No mentions were made about model numbers, expected pricing or even a release, but the company would do themselves favor by introducing interchangeable lens model camera prior to the holiday season. Photokina is just around the corner; who knows, maybe that'll be the true launching pad.
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Origin PC Introduces "Big O" Gaming Tower With PC And Xbox 360
Is this the world's ultimate gaming PC? You could probably argue either way, but we're pretty sure it's the world's ultimate entertainment machine. Pound for pound, you'll be hard pressed to find a desktop tower with more fun-per-square-inch than on Origin PC's new "Big O." This mammoth machine is unlike anything we have ever seen. Rather than just stuffing a flashy tower with the most cutting-edge components, Origin has decided to go above and beyond the call of duty. How so? By placing a top-of-the-line gaming PC and an Xbox 360 Slim inside a single tower. One tower, two gaming machines.
This desktop is likely to be one of the largest and heaviest on the market, but considering just how functional it is, we're willing to give it a break. In order to maintain a decent temperature, Origin has liquid cooled both the PC side and the Xbox 360 Slim side. Each system is built so that the Xbox 360 ports are never blocked, and each can run the PC side and the Xbox 360 side at the same time, enabling you to game on your console / HDTV while someone else games on your computer LCD.
Two different configurations are available as examples (though you can build your own from scratch if you phone Origin), each of which are well above most budgets. But with a layout like this, would you expect anything less? The "base" model is $7669, and that includes a Core i7 930 CPU (overclocked to 4GHz), dual NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 graphics cards, a Rampage III Extreme motherboard, 6GB of Corsair Dominator 1600MHz memory, 12x Pioneer Blu-ray player, 1500w PSU, Creative sound card, Windows 7 Home Premium and a media card reader. The $16999 build will definitely break you, but that includes dual Intel Xeon X5680 CPUs overclocked to 4.3GHz, an EVGA SR2 motherboard, quad SLI GTX 480 GPUs, 12GB of memory and dual 1Kilowatt power supplies. Rather impressive stuff, for sure. So, is anyone even considering one of these? As lovely as they are to gawk at, those prices sure are shocking.
ORIGIN Unleashes Benchmark Shattering Gaming PC-Xbox 360 Hybrid
‘The Big O’ delivers unparalleled gaming experience with total customization, insane speed, absolute power, immersive graphics, and complete liquid cooling
Miami, FL – September 7, 2010 – ORIGIN PC is proud to unveil The Big O, their latest creation designed for dominance and destined to make high performance computing enthusiasts and gamers to drool uncontrollably. The Big O fuses the capabilities of the fastest computing hardware on the market, ORIGIN’s expert overclocking, and a built in Xbox 360 to create the ultimate gaming weapon.
The Big O is featured in CPU Magazine’s annual Dream Machine review roundup, an epic competition between system builders. “If you want the ultimate PC, the Big O is it†said CPU Magazine. “By integrating an Xbox 360, the Big O offers everything and the kitchen sink.â€
Absolute Power – With Intel’s Xeon X5680 processors there is nothing you can throw at The Big O that will slow it down. Each X5680 features six-cores, twelve threads, supports ECC memory—and that’s before we add a second CPU and overclock it to a lighting fast 4.3GHz. Add in up to 24GBs of Corsair GT 2000MHz memory and then dare any computer task to slow down your Big O.
Quad Damage – A strong core with excellent liquid cooling is the key to lasting performance and EVGA’s GeForce® GTX 480 FTW graphics cards delivers the best graphical power money can buy. This power is multiplied in a SLI multi-GPU configuration creating the most immersive visuals imaginable in gaming and beyond. The Big O provides the unmatched graphics performance that will shatter any benchmark thrown at it.
The X-Factor – To empower gamers with the most comprehensive gaming platform on the planet, ORIGIN integrates a liquid-cooled Xbox 360 slim directly into each Big O. Every Big O system is strategically modified so the Xbox ports are easily accessible with liquid cooled processors for extreme performance. You can even game on the Xbox 360 while your computer is busy dominating whatever other task it is assigned.
Liquid Cooled to Perfection – ORIGIN keeps your Big O cool with its state of the art liquid cooling system that maximizes performance from the CPU, motherboard, graphics card and even the integrated Xbox 360 slim. The ORIGIN custom liquid cooling system aggressively dissipates heat and eliminates fan noise ensuring your system remains cool and whisper quiet.
“The Big O will satisfy the demands of even the most power hungry gamer, but when you create the ultimate personal computer system it has to be designed to go above and beyond gaming†said Kevin Wasielewski, CEO and Co-Founder of ORIGIN. “From the hottest games on the market to digital video editing and 3D rendering you will have the power to perform at every level. To have the best you have to build using the latest in computer technology that guarantees unmatched performance and that is exactly what you get with the Big O.â€
“Wow, we can honestly say we’ve never seen a system like the Big O before,†said Ujesh Desai, general manager of the GeForce GPU business at NVIDIA. “The components selected by ORIGIN, including up to quad GeForce GTX 480 GPUs will definitely have gamers salivating for the win.â€
The Big O features a 1 year free shipping and free part replacement warranty backed with the best in class integration, quality testing and support. ORIGIN offers a free life-time phone and online service guarantee and each customer has a dedicated support team and free life-time labor for upgrade needs. Pricing for The Big O starts from $7,669 and can be configured one on one with an ORIGIN specialist through http://originpc.com/thebigo-features.asp.
About ORIGIN:
ORIGIN builds custom, high-performance desktops and laptops for hardware enthusiasts, professionals, and gamers. ORIGIN PCs are hand built, tested, and serviced by knowledgeable gaming enthusiasts, industry veterans, and award winning system integrators. Their staff is comprised of award-winning, experienced experts in the gaming and PC markets who want to share their passion with other enthusiasts. ORIGIN is located in Miami, FL and ships worldwide. For more information, please visit www.ORIGINPC.com or call 1-877-ORIGIN-Ø.
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Huawei Lays Claim to First Affordable Smartphone
We're willing to gamble our in-laws that you've never heard of Huawei before (and if you have, don't pat yourself on the back until you've met our extended families), but there are a few reasons why that might change. First, Huawei is the largest networking and telecommunications hardware supplier in China, and they're also the second largest company in the mobile equipment market behind Ericsson. But what might really boost the company's popularity on a global scale is the release of what Huawei claims is the world's first Android-based smartphone that's actually affordable.It's called the IDEOS and it comes built around the latest Android release, version 2.2 (or Froyo). It's priced between $100 and $200, which is admittedly pretty remarkable for a bona fide smartphone running Google's most up to date mobile OS, and it's apparently headed to the U.S. (as well as a number of countries across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America).
"We are proud to have already achieved our goal from early 2010 of developing a US$150 smartphone with an excellent user experience," said Kevin Tao, CEO of Huawei Device. "The IDEOS is an affordable option, designed to lower barriers to entry to allow easy mobile Internet access."
For 150 bones (presumably unsubsidized) we're not expecting a whole lot, and Huawei is so far fairly guarded about the exact hardware, but what we do know looks promising. There are three versions available -- U8300, U8500, U8800 -- the flagship model sporting a 3.8-inch screen, 3G, and can serve as a Wi-Fi router for up to eight devices. Pretty slick.
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Sanho Supersizes iPad Storage with External Hard Drive
Any Apple users remember Sanho? They're the ones who brought the HyperMac battery packs for Apple iDevices to market, and now they've come out with a product sporting a bit more mass appeal. It's called the HyperDrive, and it's the world's first (and naturally only) external hard drive that can plug directly into the iPad, no PC required.The HyperDrive adds up to 750GB of additional storage to supplement that suddenly paltry 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB of internal storage your stock iPad shipped with. That in itself is pretty rad, but the HyperDrive kicks it up a notch by including two memory card slots and a 3.2-inch color LCD screen.
""HyperDrive iPad Hard Drive lets you carry your entire HD movie and photo library with your iPad," says Daniel Chin, President of Sanho Corporation. "HyperDrive is as compact as your portable USB hard drive and yet at capacities up to 750GB, can hold more data than your laptop," he added. "The iPad is the perfect media player but its capacities are limited and it requires a computer and iTunes to transfer media to the iPad," he continued. "HyperDrive releases the iPad from this restriction and truly turns it into a media consuming device," he concludes.
Transferring data to the HyperDrive is as easy as hooking up the HyperDrive to the iPad via a USB cable and the Apple Camera Connection Kit. We know what you're thinking, what about the 32GB size limit found on the Apple Camera Connection Kit? Sanho says it managed to sidestep this limitation with its "patent pending ability to turn individual file folders into virtual 32GB drives on the fly that are readable by the iPad."
If 750GB ($600) is overkill, there are smaller capacities available, albeit all of them pricey. These include 640GB ($550), 500GB ($500), 320GB ($450), 250GB ($400), 160GB ($350), and 120GB ($300). Criminy.
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Asus P45-Based P5Q Deluxe Sneak Peek
Intel is planning to release the successor the popular P35 chipset in a few weeks, the aptly named P45. From a feature standpoint, the P35 and P45 are somewhat similar. But the P45 will have official support for 1,600MHz FSB processors, PCI Express 2.0, and the chipset is being manufactured 65nm as opposed to 90nm, which should being power consumption and heat down a bit. The P45 will also be paired up with a new ICH10-series southbridge, which offers more SATA connectivity.Asus showed off a few P45-based motherboards at CeBit a while back, but they weren't quite ready for prime time. We have, however, just gotten our hands on the retail-ready version of the Asus P5Q Deluxe, which should be available soon.
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Asus P5Q Deluxe
As you can see, the P5Q Deluxe sports a passive, all copper cooling system, very similar to the P5E3 series of boards. It's got three physical PCI Express x16 slots, dual PCIe x1 slots, and a pair of PCI slots. Audio duties are handled by an ADI HD codec, and the I/O backplane is loaded with six USB 2.0 ports, dual LAN jacks, a PS/2 mouse or keyboard port (notice the two-tone colored port), digital and analog audio outputs, Firewire, and eSATA.
If you look between the second PCI and PCIe x16 slots, a flash memory card is visible, which features the "Express Gate", Linux-based mini-OS we told you about here.
We haven't fired the board up just yet, but will be soon. Once we're done with testing, we'll be publishing a full review, so stay tuned. Something tells us that new 65nm northbridge is going to fun to overclock.
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Dell Quietly Introduces UltraSharp 2408WFP LCD
Today Dell quietly introduced the new UltraSharp 2408WFP 24" widescreen flat panel display, as you can see it is already available for sale on Dell’s site. Like the 3008WFP we evaluated here, the 2408WFP supports DisplayPort connectivity which will become increasingly more common as the next generation of graphics cards roll in. DisplayPort isn’t the only connectivity option with this monitor, however, as is evident in the picture below...
The 2408WFP's input options
The Dell 2408WFP features HDMI, DVI, VGA, component, S-Video and composite video connections, in addition to a 9-in-2 media card reader and 4-port USB hub.
 
Dell's UltraSharp 2408WFP Display
According to the monitor’s specifications, it features a 6ms response time, a 3000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 1920x1200 native resolution, and TrueColor technology with 110% color gamut. As of today, the 2408WFP is available in the United States for $699, which happens to be the same price as the previous model it replaces. Stay tuned for a full review here on HotHardware in the not-too-distant future.Dell's UltraSharp 2408WFP Display
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Phenom Roadmap Updates
As with all rumors, please take the following news item with a grain of salt until we can receive official confirmation or denial from AMD.As we've previously reported, AMD is rumored to be shipping their B3 stepping Phenoms, and it seems that we might see 2.5GHz models before April Fool's Day:
“AMD is planning to launch B3 stepping quad-core Phenom 9050 series CPUs including 9850, 9750, 9650, 9550 and 9150 within the next 1-2 weeks, however the top-end 9850 will only reach a core frequency of 2.5GHz, instead of the original goal of 2.6Ghz. The company expects to be able to deliver higher core frequencies in the third quarter this year, according to sources at motherboard makers.â€
While a 2.5GHz Phenom isn't likely to wrest the high-end CPU performance crown from Intel, but it could certainly spark a decent performance/price battle in the mid-range if it were to come in at an affordable price point.
If you're waiting on Tri-Core Phenoms, you might have to wait a few additional weeks, but they're expected to be appearing on store shelves by the end of April.
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Test if Your ISP is Throttling BitTorrent
Potential throttling of BitTorrent traffic by major ISPs, such as Comcast and AT&T, means that your Internet access could be affected. It's not just the downloading of illegal movies and applications that utilizes BitTorrent traffic; there is plenty of legitimate BitTorrent traffic out there as well, such as Valve's Steam game distribution platform. Some legitimate Steam users have reported interference from ISPs.While the government investigates and contemplates enacting net neutrally legislation, what is a broadband user to do? Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Software Systems have created a couple of tools for detecting if an ISP is manipulating BitTorrent traffic. They call their project: "Glasnost: Bringing Transparency to the Internet."
"ISPs are increasingly deploying a variety of middleboxes (e.g., firewalls, traffic shapers, censors, and redirectors) to monitor and to manipulate the performance of user applications. Most ISPs do not reveal the details of their network deployments to their customers. We believe that this knowledge is important to help users make a more informed choice of their ISP. Further, such knowledge is also useful for researchers designing protocols and systems that run on top of these networks."
The Glasnost page currently hosts two tools: One tests to see if your ISP blocks or limits BitTorrent traffic; and the second tool measures characteristics of your broadband connections, such as router queueing delays. The researchers promise more relevant tools in the near future. At the time of this news post, the BitTorrent traffic manipulation test tool was consistently providing the message, "We are sorry. Our measurement servers are currently busy. Please try again later." Therefore we were unable to test its effectiveness.
UPDATE: Several users have reported that links on the Glasnost pages result in popup windows with inappropriate content. Visit these pages at your own risk, and at the very least make sure a popup blocker is active.
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Asus Sneaks Out Their GeForce 9800 GX2
You probably recall that NVIDIA had a fairly recent coming-out party for the GeForce 9800 GX2 at CeBIT, with more than a few cards on display for all to see, including this one from Albatron. There were also various other sneaks and leaks from other offerings as well of course but we've haven't heard from Asus just yet... operative word there, "yet". 
Asus EN9800GX2, bundled with Company of Heroes
Whatever happend to the "manly" graphics card? Of course, the Ninja Geisha emblazoned on the front of the card could likely dish out a can of whoop as well we suspect. Word has it a slow boat from Taiwan might be carrying a few of these to the US soon... very soon. Asus EN9800GX2, bundled with Company of Heroes
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S3 Graphics Launches Chrome 430 GT in the U.S.
S3 Graphics Launches Chrome 430 GT in the U.S. Market
Chrome 430 GT desktop graphics cards now available through GStore, delivering DirectX 10.1 3D performance and stunning HD multimedia for under $60
    
Chrome 430 GT desktop graphics cards now available through GStore, delivering DirectX 10.1 3D performance and stunning HD multimedia for under $60Â Â Â Â 
Fremont, California, March 20, 2008 - S3 Graphics, a leading provider of graphics and visualization technologies, today announced the S3 Graphics Chrome 430 GT desktop cards, now available at online retail affiliate GStore.The first of the S3 Graphics Chrome 400 Series to market, the Chrome 430 GT combines advanced 3D graphics and incredible HD multimedia performance with extreme power-efficiency and rigidly low thermal specifications, breaking new ground in the highly competitive graphics industry. Based on the low profile PCI Express® Gen 2 graphics card specification, the Chrome 430 GT is ideally suited for small form factor PC designs and energy-conscious PC users who wish to upgrade their PC to provide incredible HD playback and the latest DirectX10.1 graphics engine.
The S3 Graphics Chrome 430 GT outperforms the current market leader in its class by over 20%(1) in 3D benchmarks and rendered frames-per-second in the most popular DX10 and DX9 games.
Using proven low power 65nm process technology from Fujitsu, the Chrome 430 GT remains power efficient with low thermal emissions when rendering Microsoft DirectX10.1/OpenGL 2.1 graphics applications or providing users with true Hi-Def 1080p Blu-ray entertainment.
"S3 Graphics has once again delivered an outstanding product, leveraging our graphics, video, and power savings core competencies," said Dr. Ken Weng, GM for S3 Graphics. "The feature-rich Chrome 430 GT challenges the current discrete graphics landscape, bringing new functionalities previously seen only on high end desktops, bringing new meaning to the terms 'affordable gaming' and 'home entertainment'."
New Frontiers in Hi-Def Performance
The S3 Graphics Chrome 430 GT gives users the perfect balance of leading DirectX 10.1 3D performance, high-quality Blu-rayâ„¢ playback, and advanced bus and display connectivity in a 64-bit DDR2 configuration. Display connections allow dual-link DVI (DVI-D/DVI-I), VGA, and 1080p widescreen HDTV support.
The Chrome 430 GT also utilizes the ChromotionHD 2.0 scalable video engine to perform smooth decoding of MPEG-4/AVC (H.264), MPEG-2, VC-1, WMV-HD, and AVS video for Blu-ray and HD content for theatre-like viewing entertainment. To further enhance operation for home theatre applications that demand cool-and-quiet operation, the Chrome 430 GT features PowerWiseâ„¢ technology for a power smart design to minimize heat dissipation without compromising performance or features.
S3 Graphics Chrome 430GT Pricing and Availability
The S3 Graphics Chrome 430GT is priced at $59 and is currently available online from GStore, S3 Graphics' retail affiliate. And more information on the S3 Graphics Chrome 400 Series may be found on the S3 Graphics website.
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Sharkoon Unveils SATA HD Dock
Sharkoon SATA QuickPort:
- USB docking station provides direct access to "naked" or uninstalled SATA hard drives, Compatible with 2.5" and 3.5" drives -
- USB docking station provides direct access to "naked" or uninstalled SATA hard drives, Compatible with 2.5" and 3.5" drives -
Sharkoon presents a new hard drive accessory, the Sharkoon SATA QuickPort, which provides a direct connection to uninstalled SATA HDDs and makes pre-installation in an external housing unnecessary. The desktop docking station connects via USB 2.0, and allows hard drives to be quickly inserted into a slot in the docking station. A release button removes the drive from the docking station when no longer needed. An external power supply is included. The Sharkoon SATA QuickPort offers space for one 2.5" or 3.5" SATA hard drive. A locking mechanism holds HDDs securely in place, and an appropriately sized slot accompanies smaller notebook sized hard drives.Â
At 575 grams, the docking station is heavy enough to remain securely in place during use, protecting fragile hard drives from unwanted and dangerous movement. Two colour LEDs show power and hard drive access. Included in the packaging are installation instructions, the power supply and an USB cable. Customers can find the Sharkoon SATA QuickPort from authorized retailers for the MSRP of 25 euros ($35 US).
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