Sceptre Galaxy Series LED TVs come in cool colors and have nice features
There are tons of TVs on the market today that run the gamut from small screens that fit in smaller rooms or for those on a tight budget to massive screens that run thousands of dollars and have all the bells and whistles. If you are looking for a smaller screen LED backlit HDTV to fit in a bedroom or office Sceptre has some really cool offerings and has added some new sets to its Galaxy Line.
The Sceptre Galaxy series TVs are available in several colors including black, pink, red, blue, and chrome. The colors are a nice touch, but the specs are what most people are concerned about. The line has full 1080p resolution for the 24-inch screen and the TVs can be used as a PC monitor as well. The TVs are under an inch thick at their thinnest point and slightly under 2-inches at their thickest.
The dynamic contrast ratio for the screens is 14,000:1 and the panel response time is 5ms. Connectivity includes dual HDMI ports, the sets have a USB port as well for direct viewing of photos, and audio files from a flash drive. The sound system in the TV has a pair of 3W speakers and brightness is 250 cd/m2. The sets are widely available for $399.99.
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Hulu lands new content agreement with Viacom
I would bet that a bunch of you have watched shows on Hulu that you missed during the week. Hulu is a great way to catch up on the shows you miss or that your DVR can't record. The catch is that some of the shows don't show up for weeks after they air on TV making you even more behind.
Hulu has announced that it has signed a new content agreement with Viacom. The agreement will get some Viacom shows back on Hulu the morning after they air. These shows include The Daily Show and The Colbert Report. The deal will also bring some of the cool older shows Viacom has to Hulu Plus subscribers. Any geek that was around in the 90's probably watched Beavis & Butthead. The deal will get the back episodes of the animated comedy on Hulu Plus along with Chappelle's Show (I'm Rick James Biatch!), The Hills, and Reno 911 as well.
Other new shows will hit Hulu Plus 21 days after they first air. These 21-day delay shows will include Jersey Shore, Teen Mom 2, and Tosh.0. A 21-day delay might as well be never in my book; I have forgotten about a show by that point and don't care to watch it.
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AT&T iPhone 4 may get tethering on Feb 13
One of the things that Apple rolled into the iPhone on AT&T a long time ago was the ability to tether the device to give your other electronics and gadgets access to 3G connectivity. AT&T in its infinite wisdom decided to block that feature because its network of epic suck couldn't stand up to more data use. With the Verizon iPhone only a few weeks from landing in geeky hands all around the country with the tethering feature intact AT&T has more pressure to allow it on its network.
AT&T has already told us officially that on February 13 some of the smartphones on its network will in fact get tethering. However, the geniuses at AT&T won't tell us what phones will get that feature. AppleInsider reports that one geek read the review from David Pogue of the NYT of the Verizon iPhone and in the original story posted, Pogue said the iPhone was getting tethering on Feb 13.
If you go look at that review now the tethering comment has been removed. It would be safe to bet that Pogue knows tethering is coming and let the cat out of the bag early and was forced to remove the comment. If the iPhone on AT&T doesn't get tethering it will be one more reason to move to Verizon for us all.
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Thanko USB-powered cat nose fan makes me wonder WTF
I have seen some weird crap that is supposed to attach to your computer over the years. Thanko sells a lot of that weird crap too. One of the stranger things was a microscope that you could use to look at your zits up close. That one made me go WTF. The latest form Thanko is another of the WTF items that the company offers.
I always wonder why I see the Japanese folks in footage of Tokyo walking around in surgical masks everywhere. I assume they are afraid of germs. Thanko has a new gadget that will plug into the USB port on your computer that you wear over that surgical mask. The name is in Japanese so I don't know what it's really called.
The device is a USB fan that looks like a cat nose and mouth. It even has whiskers! I spent many a year working in the medical world and I can tell you it gets hard to breath in surgical masks. I guess the point is to blow some cool air in there to keep you from getting too hot. The downside is you will look like some sort of perverted weirdo wearing this thing. It sells for 1980 yen on Thanko.
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Download of the Day: VLC Media Player 1.1.7
Our Download of the Day today is VLC Media Player 1.1.7.
VLC media player is a highly portable multimedia player for various audio and video formats as well as DVDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols without external codec or program.
It can also be used as a server to stream in unicast or multicast in IPv4 or IPv6 on a high-bandwidth network.
VLC can play:
• MPEG-1, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 / DivX files from a hard disk, a CD-ROM drive, and so on
• DVDs, VCDs, and Audio CDs
• From satellite cards (DVB-S)
• Several types of network streams: UDP/RTP Unicast, UDP/RTP Multicast, HTTP, RTSP, MMS, etc.
• From acquisition or encoding cards (on GNU/Linux and Windows only)
The latest version includes the following changes:
Changes in Version 1.1.7
# Linux port:
- Integration with the KDE GUI platform is disabled due to KDE bugs
# Mac OS X port:
- Updated live555 library to fix playback of RTSP and Freebox streams
- Running VLC in 64bit mode requires Mac OS X 10.6.0 or later for speed and stability reasons
# Demuxers:
- Fix for Matroska / WebM remote code execution vulnerability.
- VideoLAN-SA-1102
# Translations:
- Update for Hebrew, Japanese, Danish and Russian translations
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Deal of the Day: 11.6" Fujitsu LifeBook PH520 Laptop with AMD Athlon Neo, 2GB Memory, 320GB HD, Wireless-N, and More for $399 plus FREE 500GB Portable Hard Drive or HD Camcorder!
Our Deal of the Day today is the Fujitsu Direct Store - 11.6" Fujitsu LifeBook PH520 Laptop with AMD Athlon Neo, 2GB Memory, 320GB HD, Wireless-N, and More for $399 plus FREE 500GB Portable Hard Drive or HD Camcorder!.
Offer: Use coupon code: VALENTINE11 for $200 off the Fujitsu LifeBook PH520 laptop down to just $399 with FREE shipping, plus your choice of a FREE 500 GB DiskGO 2.5-inch Backup Ultra Portable Hard Drive OR a FREE Coby SNAPP CAM5001 Digital HD Camcorder/Camera. This 3.08lb laptop features a 11.6" 1366 x 768 LED-backlit TFT, 1.7Ghz AMD Athlon II Neo K125, 2GB DDR3 SDRAM, 320GB hard drive, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4225, 802.11b/g/n wireless, webcam, Bluetooth v2.1, 6-Cell LiOh battery, Windows 7 Professional x64, Microsoft Office Starter 2010, and a 1 year warranty. Expires 2/2/11.
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Interstellar Marines - You Will Believe
Interstellar Marines is an indie title made by Zero Point Software, they are also the publisher and are self-funded (independent obviously) and partly funded by the gaming community.
IM is an AAA, FPS, Sci-Fi, action and adventure game that is set to differentiate itself between the constant flogging the FPS genre receives at the moment. The above video looks quite impressive for an indie-developer and I'm looking forward to seeing more on it.
ZPS is allowing you (yes you!) to be part of the journey, they do this by releasing playable chapters which are available from their website.
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Duty Calls - a parody of Call of Duty by the people behind Bulletstorm
Viral campaigns, where would we be without them? This latest viral campaign is no different, leading up to the release of Epic Games' Bulletstorm, they've released a Call of Duty parody called, Duty Calls.
The parody is quite excellent and really hones down on what makes the Call of Duty series a near joke in todays world of "serious gaming" where budgets of games have ballooned out to $50 - $100 million. In Duty Calls, it shows the first kill as a one-two shot kill, enemy down and you level up to "Master Sergeant Shooter Person".
The word that comes to mind? LOL. Secondly, the character walks next to a crate, gets shot by the enemy a few times, blood and blur are across the screen, so he shoots the enemy twice and the enemy dies. It's just perfect and how COD is these days, you are invincible while trained operatives die in the 10's if not 100's at a time.
Half way through there's another perfect bit of Call of Duty realism, two shots with a rifle and a jeep blows up. I think I'm going to buy Bulletstorm just because of this parody!
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WikiLeaks has been nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
Snorre Valen has nominated WikiLeaks for a Nobel Peace Prize. WikiLeaks has shown us the behind the scenes happenings of governments, where the governments would not have ever shown us this type of information.
He has been heralded as a diamond in the rough by the public and as a terrorist by the government. Governments saying that a normal man who has not deliberately killed anyone is a terrorist, yet, the confidential information he leaked makes him that said terrorist, funny.
Snorre has said "Liu Xiabao was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize last year for his struggle for human rights, democracy and freedom of speech in China. Likewise: Wikileaks have contributed to the struggle for those very values globally, by exposing (among many other things) corruption, war crimes and torture - some times even conducted by allies of Norway. And most recently: By disclosing the economic arrangements by the presidential family in Tunisia, Wikileaks have made a small contribution to bringing down a 24-year-lasting dictatorship.
It would be a crime to ban or oppose the right to publish such information. It should instead be protected, regardless of what we might think of the contents of some (or even all) of the published material. I am proud to nominate Wikileaks for the Nobel Peace Prize."
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Google ready to pounce on the tablet market with Honeycomb
Google, unlike Apple and Microsoft don't seem to release something and then just slowly modify it over the year/s, instead they release something and never stop modifying while at the same time prepping Honeycomb for tablets as a serious release on the tablet market.
Honeycomb is set to really change things up for Google and will give them a very strong hand to fight against the onslaught that Apple is sure to bring with the sequel to their ever-successful iOS-based Apple iPad.
Honeycomb has a few features up it's sleeve such as a redesigned home screen - top left brings the search functions, top right gives application access and the bottom bar now has the traditional Android buttons - additionally, there are now no physical buttons. There are now also advanced notifications in the bottom right hand corner of the screen as well as the settings option.
Google also has "application fragments" which is just a fancy way of saying pane interface (like the Gmail app on the iPad), Google has said that developers can optimize their Android apps for Honeycomb using this. Drag and drop interactions are included in Honeycomb, allowing a user to drag and delete an e-mail for example.
Hardware acceleration is included within apps and Google says it only requires a single line of code to enable. Honeycomb also includes a new YouTube app which includes a 3D video wall, Google Books is also similar to this. Google Maps now uses 3D rendering and the buildings are even rendered in beautiful 3D.
One feature that people will surely love is video chat. Honeycomb features a widget called "contact shortcut" which gives you access to your contacts to call or email them. Video chat via Google Talk simply brings up your contact up as a full screen video.
Not long until we have this in our own hands and with this news I think I might sway from upgrading my iPad with the next-gen version and might actually swing toward an Honeycomb-powered Android tablet!
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Google's Android Market appears - ready to offer you all its goodness
The Android Market has been an ever-expanding collection of applications and games for the Android-powered phones and this new Android Market website. The new Market aims to capture the internet audience from a PC instead of just Android-powered devices.
The website makes it quite easy to discover new apps with a bigger, brighter interface. A great feature is the ability to send apps from the website directly to your Android device with just a few clicks - all without wires! Social features are built in also, you can share apps with your friends through Twitter.
What happens to the apps you've already purchased and downloaded? Well, sign into the website with your Google account and click "My Market Account" - this will show you all the apps you've purchased or downloaded making the management of your apps very easy.
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Sony PSP2 Games Trailer - impressive footage
This video is the perfect way to get people excited about the PSP2, it shows off actual gameplay and the device itself. The graphics are actually pretty amazing for such a small device, this should really impress current handheld-gamers.
The video shows off a range of games such as Killzone, Hot Shots Gold, Gravity Daze and more. Let us know what you think of the video in the comments section!
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OCZ unveils new ZX series fully modular PSUs
OCZ has removed itself from all but its most core markets. That strangely has seen the company leave the RAM business that made it famous to start with and focus on the SSD market almost exclusively. OCZ has been making power supplies for a long time too and has stayed in that business as well.
The company has added a new PSU series to its range that are aimed at the user needing maximum performance. The new ZX series from OCZ have the same features with the only difference being the total power output. The line includes a 1250W unit, a 1000W unit, and an 850W unit.
All of the PSUs are fully modular with all power cables being removable. The series has a single +12V rail and the high-end 1250W unit can support three video cards while the two other units support dual video cards. The series is 92% efficient and use a traditional ATX design that will fit most cases. Pricing and availability for the new PSUs is unknown.
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Asus unveils new GT 440 video card with Super Alloy Power
Asus has a full line of video cards running from the entry level up to high-end offerings that cost big bucks. The company is also a huge and popular maker of mainboards and other components that PC gamers and enthusiasts love. The latest video card from Asus is the new NVIDIA GT 440 video card aimed at the lower end of the gaming spectrum.
The new video card uses Super Power Alloy tech, which claims to be able to keep the video card 35C cooler just because of the metal that the caps, chokes, and MOSFETs are made from. The parts also claim to extend the life of the card by 2.5 times. The card also uses a special Asus cooling fan that has anti-dust tech to keep the fan and heat sink clean and running as cool as possible.
The card slips into PCI-E 2.0 slot and has an engine clock of 822MHz. It packs in 1GB of GDDR5 RAM clocked at 3200MHz and has 96 CUDA cores. The memory interface of the card is 128-bit. Connectivity includes HDMI, DVI, and D-sub. Pricing and availability are unknown at this time.
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GoPro unveils LCD BacPac for HD Hero camcorders
I have one of the HD Hero motorsports camcorders and the camera is awesome. The only thing I don't like about it is that you can't see what you are recording on it because it has no LCD. That makes it really hard to get the shot you want when using the thing away from a computer. Newer GoPro cameras have a port on the back for expansion.
GoPro has announced a new LCD BacPac that is made to use that expansion port and adds a LCD to the camcorder. The LCD will let you see what you are filming as you shoot the video. You can also use the screen to view any video you recorded previously.
The LCD BacPac ships with two new backs for the enclosure that holds the HD Hero cameras to keep them safe from water and shocks. The LCD has an integrated mic so you can hear the sound from your recordings as well. The BacPac sells for $79.99 and is shipping right now.
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Apple to start taking pre-orders for Verizon iPhone tomorrow
Lots of iPhone fans in the US waited years to hear that the smartphoen was coming to Verizon's network. Now that the phone is official for Verizon those people have been waiting for the day they could actually order the iPhone for Verizon. Apple has now announced that day is tomorrow.
Starting tomorrow at the Apple Store online and Verizon.com, Verizon customers will be able to pre-order the iPhone. Apple is already warning that with high demand for the smartphone, there will be limited numbers and orders will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
On February 9, all customers will be able to walk into Apple retail stores and reserve an iPhone to pick up on the tenth if they have enough stock. Pricing for the Verizon iPhone is the same as the AT&T version at $199 for 16GB and $299 for 32GB.February 10 is also the day the iPhone will hit all Verizon stores.
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NZXT Bunker USB Locking Device
Introduction
NZXT is a company that we have all come to admire in one way or another. If it wasn't the small and compact nature of the Vulcan, or the very unique looking Phantom, NZXT has many other products that should still pique your interest in them. Testing almost everything they offer has shown that NZXT has a plethora of ideas that they are incorporating into products that not only improve the looks of chassis', but also offer practicality in some of the others.
Since NZXT has made just about every case style imaginable, they, like many other companies, are doing quite well with case accessories. They have already offered the Sleeved LED kits, and I seem to see them in quite a few case mods these days. Whether under the motherboard or around the open side of the chassis as case lighting, they have been a great success. There was also the IU01 USB Expansion device that offers connections for up to three more USB connections from the front panel, but also added a pair of USB 2.0 connections on the end. The idea was to add a power line to dedicate more power to drive all the devices we tend to hook up to our computers these days.
Speaking of USB connectivity, that brings me to the product we are taking a closer look at today; the Bunker from NZXT. This device not only will add four USB 2.0 connections to the front of any chassis via the use of a 5.25" bay of your choice, it also adds security built right in. NZXT offers a 20 Key system to vary the keys that ship in the box. So even if the guy next to you at a LAN has a Bunker, he only has a one in twenty chance of a matching key. The thick plastic and metal construction makes this device strong, yet light and easy to use.
I was informed that the Bunker would release at the beginning of January, but have yet to see it listed anywhere in Google shopping. I was given the MSRP from NZXT, and that pricing was set at $24.99. To be real honest, that is a really good price considering you not only get four additional USB connections, but some serious security for any of the peripherals attached within the Bunker once the door is closed and locked in place. Now that we have the finer points out of the way, let's delve deeper into the Bunker and see what provisions are in place for our peripherals survival.
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LSI MegaRAID 9280-24i4e RAID Controller w/ 24 Crucial RealSSD C300s Review
Introduction
We've used the LSI 9260-8i for the past year to test multiple drive RAID arrays. The choice was pretty clear after testing the 9260-8i against several other hardware RAID controllers since it offered such a well designed software interface and blazing fast performance. The real standout feature, though, was the software interface used to build and manage arrays.
Today we are taking a look at the LSI MegaRAID 9280-24i4e, the flagship model in the MegaRAID lineup. The 9280 Series uses the same MegaRAID Storage Manager Software that we feel is the best in the industry and also shares all of the cutting edge features, like SSD Guard. The 9280-24i4e does have a big advantage over our daily use MegaRAID controller and that is its ability to run 24 internal SATA / SAS ports and an additional 4 external ports at the same time. This is done without port multipliers and all SATA / SAS connections go back to the MegaRAID 9280-24i4e.
Before we get too deep into the specifications and features, let's just move along to that section and take a look at it all at once.
Specifications, Pricing and Availability
The LSI MegaRAID 9280-24i4e is a beast when it comes to connectivity. There are four internal SFF-8087 connectors and each has the ability to connect to four drives. That gives users twenty-four internal connectors to be used for RAID. An additional SFF-8088 port is on the back of the controller and adds an additional four ports. These can be used with additional port multipliers giving the user up to 240 SATA / SAS targets. On the other end the LSI MegaRAID 9280-24i4e connects to the host through a PCIe 2.0 8 lane bus.
When it comes to the architecture, the heart is the 800MHz RAID on Chip and SAS Expander. Accompanying the RoC is a 512MB 800MHz DDR2 module that is built onboard the PCB. This does mean that the cache module is not upgradable, but there is a good reason why as well. LSI uses a predictive cache system that enhances the cache by making it 'smart'. The smart cache doesn't really reveal itself in normal benchmark testing, but in real world tests and special built synthetic tests we can see the difference.
The cache system is just the start of the special feature list. Our personal favorite is SSD Guard, a special feature that keeps your SSD array safe, also a first for RAID controllers. The LSI 9280-24i4e has several such features, but if what is included doesn't fulfill your every need, LSI has some advanced software add-on packages as well.
When it comes to pricing, Newegg currently lists the LSI MegaRAID 9280-24i4e for 1,285 USD, but we were able to find the best price at Provantage - 1192.37 USD.
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NVIDIA Sets Conference Call for Fourth Quarter Financial Results
NVIDIA Sets Conference Call for Fourth Quarter Financial Results
CFO Commentary to Be Provided in Writing Ahead of Call
SANTA CLARA, CA -- (Marketwire) -- 02/02/2011 -- NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) will host a conference call on Wednesday, Feb. 16, at 2 p.m. Pacific Time (PT), to discuss its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2011, ended Jan. 30, 2011.
The company's prepared remarks will be followed by a question and answer session, which will be limited to questions from financial analysts and institutional investors.
Ahead of the call, NVIDIA will provide written commentary on its fourth-quarter results from David White, chief financial officer and executive vice president. This material will be posted to www.nvidia.com/ir immediately after the results press release is distributed at approximately 1:20 p.m. PT.
To listen to the conference call, dial (706) 679 2572; no password is required. The conference call will also be webcast live (in listen-only mode) at the following websites: www.nvidia.com and www.streetevents.com.
The press release announcing NVIDIA's results will be distributed over a national wire service prior to the conference call and posted at the company's website: www.nvidia.com.
A replay of the conference call will be available until Feb. 23, 2011, at (706) 645 9291. The webcast will be recorded and available for replay until the company's conference call to discuss financial results for its first quarter of fiscal year 2012.
About NVIDIA
NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) awakened the world to the power of computer graphics when it invented the GPU in 1999. Since then, it has consistently set new standards in visual computing with breathtaking, interactive graphics available on devices ranging from tablets and portable media players to notebooks and workstations. NVIDIA's expertise in programmable GPUs has led to breakthroughs in parallel processing which make supercomputing inexpensive and widely accessible. The Company holds more than 1,700 patents worldwide, including ones covering designs and insights that are essential to modern computing. For more information, see www.nvidia.com.
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MSI Issues Customer Notice on Sandy Bridge Chipset Defect Issue
MSI Issues Customer Notice on Sandy Bridge Chipset Defect Issue
MSI has been informed by Intel about the design issues in the Intel 6 series chipsets. According to Intel the performance of some of the Intel SATA ports on Intel 6 series products can degrade over time. MSI takes the quality of our products very serious, so at this moment we are investigating product batches that may be affected and, meanwhile, have stopped all shipments to our distributors and resellers. Additionally, we asked resellers to hold sales of the Intel 6 series based MSI products to customers until the issue can be resolved.
As of the 31st of January MSI informed all our distributors, retails and reseller to stop directly the sales of Intel 6 series based products of MSI and to hold any products pending shipments to customers. No need to worry in the case that you purchased an Intel 6 series based product form MSI after the 31st of January because we will take care for you. Consumers can check the section "How to get serviced".
We started the procedure to collect all the current stock in the market. Retailers and reseller can return their Intel 6 series MSI products they have in stock to their point of purchase (distributor) which can return the goods to the MSI distribution centers. If retailers, resellers or MSI distributors have any questions about the procedure they can contact their local MSI sales representative.
Affected models
At this moment there are only a limit models in the market based on the Intel 6 series chipset. You can identify them based on the model name in the list below.
MSI Mainboards
Intel P67: P67A-GD65, P67A-GD55, P67A-GD53, P67A-C45, P67A-C43, P67S-C43.
Intel H67: H67MA-ED55, H67MA-E45, H67MS-E43, H67MS-E33
MSI Notebooks
Intel HM67: GT680R
How to get serviced
We want you to have a MSI product which you can trust and rely on. This is why we have 2 choices for your purchased Intel 6 series based MSI products;
• Product swap: If you are confident and willing to wait we can swap your current Intel 6 series based product in a brand new MSI product which is based on the new B3 stepping of the Intel 6 series which solves the current SATA2 port issues. If you have an MSI 6 series mainboard you can - for the short term - connect your storage devices to the safe white SATA3 ports on your mainboard, for more detailed instructions please click here.
This MSI product you get swapped will have similar or better specs. These new MSI products will become available in April and this way you will miss your product only for a very short period of time. You can identify the new products by a clear sticker on the color box. We will release details about this procedure before the end of February.
• Product return: If you are not confident about your current MSI based 6 series product MSI offers you the possibility to return the product to your point of purchase which will credit you. Please make sure to back-up your personal data.
Hotline information
If you have any questions about the Intel 6 series chipset issue or if you are not sure which alternative SATA ports to use on your mainboard, or you want to know how to return your product you can always contact the MSI Hotlines in your region. Our people are ready to support you with your questions because your satisfaction is very important for us.
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Apacer Introduces SandForce-Driven Turbo II AS602 SSD Series
Apacer Introduces SandForce-Driven Turbo II AS602 SSD Series
Apacer Technology, a global innovator in memory module, takes advantage of its technical superiority again to step up the SSD read and write speed as well as its durability. The memory giant debuts today the Turbo II AS602 SSD series, which features top-of-the-line and high-speed SandForce SF-1222 controller that helps optimize sequential read/write performance to a blazing fast of 285/275MB and delivers more IOPS (30,000 input/ 13,000 output per second). Apacer also improves SSD's capability to transfer data involving small files and increases overall transfer rate. Plus, the built-in Duraclass technology delivers best-in-class reliability tantamount to enterprise-level SLC drives and edges over previous generations
"With its technical superiority in consumer and enterprise SSD as well as the use of SandForce SF-1222 controller, Apacer has managed to create the nearly impeccable AS602 SSD," said Apacer. "Compared with its SSD counterparts, Apacer's AS602 SSD has not only the fastest sequential transfer speed but fastest random read and write speed as well. It features incredible reliability and makes up all the SSD shortcomings so as to address the speed needs for users," Apacer added.
SandForce controller delivers flagship-class read and write speed
Apacer's latest AS602 flagship is equipped with the favorable SandForce SF-1222 controller and the unique page mapping designs, which allow its transfer rate to rank on top of its counterparts. Its sequential transfer speed is up to 285/275 MB per second, which greatly increases the booting and operating speed of your computer. In addition, AS602 boasts ultra high IOPS (30,000 input/ 13,000 output per second). It is also 500 times faster than the traditional hard disk in reading small files. Regarding the display cache, Apacer's AS602 is also 5 times faster than its counterparts, while boasting outstanding performance.
In a bid to optimize the maximum speed performance of AS602, Apacer adopts the new SATA II interface which allows the fastest speed up to 300MB per second. The support for NCQ helps enhance the efficiency and sustainability that allow AS602 to run fast at high bandwidth.
Duraclass Technology offers unprecedented reliability as SLC SSD
Apacer has sort out users' biggest concern - durability with its SandForce controller featuring exclusive Duraclass technology. Also, Apacer's superior quality control magnificently extends the life of AS602 and makes it hundred times more durable than its SSD counterparts. Apacer's AS602 has the astonishing reliability that can be compared to the enterprise-class SLC.
Duraclass features the special Durawrite technology which effectively lessens the redundant read-write cycles and extends flash memory endurance by hundred times. Plus, the ECC and RAISE can help avoid catastrophic flash block failures that strengthen data security. Apacer perfectly combines the above features to create a comprehensive AS602 SSD that delivers fast transfer rate, long durability and amazing stability boasting enterprise level.
Support the TRIM command in Windows 7
AS602's native support enables optimizer trim command in Windows 7, which automatically deletes FLASH-stored data to release free block for read and write afterwards. The release of free block in turn reduces SSD block processing time, enhances writing speed and long-term performance as well as prolongs its life. Moreover, AS602 does not need to update firmware. Users can enjoy sustainable and stable performance with support for TRIM command in Windows 7 right away after installation.
Elegant and sophisticated style with aluminum hair-line enclosure
Apacer's AS602 is made entirely with firm and durable aluminum. Its design is inspired by a rugged and impact resistant iron enclosure of tanks, which reflects the supreme reliability and firmness of AS602 and the distinguished position as Apacer's flagship model. It has shock resistant up to 1500G, which prevents the SSD from being damaged even if the data is transferred on the move.
The Apacer Turbo II AS602 SSD is backed by a five-year warranty. Insisting on providing top quality products and comprehensive services are Apacer's sincere commitment to its customers. The new Turbo II AS602 SSD is available in various capacities, from 60GB, 120GB, 240GB. The SSD is currently available with a bundle which includes an exclusive SSD+Optimizer package, SATA-to-USB adapter and the laptop-only disk cloning software of Acronis True Image. Apacer also offers a 2.5'' to 3.5'' mounting bracket for desktop users. Upgrading your hard disk with completed hardware and software allow you to enjoy the excellence performance of Apacer AS602 SSD and witness its speed legend.
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OCZ TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCES NEW ZX SERIES HIGH PERFORMANCE GOLD RATED POWER SUPPLIES
OCZ TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCES NEW ZX SERIES HIGH PERFORMANCE GOLD RATED POWER SUPPLIES
Latest High-End PSU Line Features 80-Plus Gold Certification and 100% Modular Cable Design for Enthusiasts, Gamers, and System Builders
SAN JOSE, CA—February 2, 2010—OCZ Technology Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:OCZ), a leading provider of high-performance solid-state drives (SSDs) and power supplies for computing devices and systems, has launched the ZX Series power supply series to answer consumer demand for a robust high-wattage solution that is also highly-efficient. The ZX Series is designed for best-in-class performance, reliability and also features 100% modular design for the ultimate customization for today's high-end gaming systems and professional workstations.
"The new OCZ ZX Series delivers on all levels with exceptional performance and efficiency as well as a sleek modular cable design that allows customers quick and easy configuration with just the cables they need," said Charlie McMenomey , PSU Product Manager at OCZ Technology. "The fully modular design makes installation a breeze as well as helps improve airflow in systems loaded up with high performance components, and for the ultimate stability this premium PSU comes with a large diameter ultra-quiet fan design so consumers can focus on their games and applications without the distraction of fan noise."
The newest addition to the OCZ lineup completes the family of ultra-quiet, high-reliability PSUs in 850, 1000, and 1250 watts. Featuring an 80 Plus® Gold certification, the ZX offers energy and cost savings with 92% efficiency (typical load) combined with a power output to meet the demands of the most component-heavy systems, including cutting-edge triple-graphics configurations. Additionally, the PSU is kept supremely cool with an ultra-quiet 140mm ball-bearing fan for superior noise reduction. As OCZ's first fully-modular power supply, the ZX is ideal for system builders that desire total control over connector options to maintain a tidy case environment with maximum airflow.
The ZX Series is tested and qualified for systems with multiple power-hungry drives and video cards by delivering up to 1250W of continuous power, and offers rock-solid, super-clean DC output, a powerful single +12V rail, and complete array of connectors including detachable ATX, dual CPU, and multiple PCIe and SATA pins. The ZX Series provides universal input and active PFC (Power Factor Correction) to effectively regulate input voltage and maintain a stable supply of power in an industry-standard ATX form factor to accommodate virtually all computer towers. With sheer power combined with maximum efficiency, the ZX Series is backed by a 5-Year warranty.
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