Sunday, July 28, 2013

IT News Head Lines (techPowerUp) 7/29/2013

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(PR) ASUS Introduces Maximus VI Formula Z87 Gaming Motherboard
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced Maximus VI Formula, an ATX gaming motherboard ready for the latest 4th generation Intel Core processors and packed with exclusive ROG features.



Based on the new Intel Z87 chipset, Maximus VI Formula is brimming with the kind of innovative and exclusive features that ROG fans expect. CrossChill hybrid air and water-cooling gives efficient heat dissipation for extreme overclocked performance, SupremeFX Formula onboard audio with a dedicated 600ohm headphone amplifier ensures immersive high-quality audio and a mini-PCIe Combo II card adds dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi for next-generation wireless networking. Maximus VI Formula also features Extreme Engine DIGi+ III technology and high-quality electronic components for precise power delivery with stable performance.


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12K Resolution Gaming Setup Renders 1.5 Billion Pixels, Costs $17,000
What do you call a person who sets up three 32-inch 4K (that's 3840 x 2160 pixels each) side-by-side, pairs three of ASUS's HD 7970 GPUs together to play games using AMD's EyeInfinity technology, all of which costs a whopping $17,000? Insane is one word, rich another or a crazy gamer? Perhaps a mix of all the three.



The setup consists of three Sharp PN-K321 4K monitors connected to three AMD HD 7970 GPUs which are together capable of pushing a mind-blowing 1.5 billion pixels on the combined 12K screen resolution, together with a Power Supply Unit that conks off in a few minutes, perhaps just not able to bear the pure awesomeness of the setup. Oh, to get the setup working, AMD put together some custom drivers to make sure that EyeInfinity works well. Before using the custom drivers, the whole rig was able to pull together a measly 8 frames per second, to be more accurate, a slideshow.


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(PR) Palit Announces Closer Cooperation With EKWB
Palit Microsystems Ltd, leading graphics card manufacturer, is proud to announce a closer co-operation with EK Water Blocks, Ljubljana-based premium water cooling gear manufacturer from Slovenia. This decision has been mutually taken in order to offer best possible support to customers deciding to watercool their Palit engineered graphics card. Palit always takes it a step further and develops electrically improved versions of graphics cards offering substantialy higher performance and reliability out-of-the-box.



This already high overclocking & stability potential can be further improved by the use of highest performance water cooling solutions provided by EK Water Blocks. As a result of this co-op Palit customers can expect a much quicker availability on these new, customized graphics cards offering a high quality customized water cooling solution from the launching day on. The first fruit of this collaboration will be the release of EK Water Blocks Full-Cover water block for Palit's Titan-killer graphics card - the GeForce GTX 780 Super JetStream which is due to release in second half of August 2013.


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(PR) Sonnet Releases USB 3.0-to-Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
Sonnet today introduced the compact Presto Gigabit USB 3.0, a USB 3.0-to-Gigabit Ethernet adapter. The Presto adapter provides users with a simple way to add Gigabit Ethernet-wired networking connectivity to Mac and Windows computers with USB 3.0 ports, exploiting the 5 Gb/sec SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface to deliver full Gigabit speed performance with suitably equipped computers. This Sonnet adapter is also backward-compatible with USB 2.0.



With the introduction of thinner and lighter computers, manufacturers continue to remove ports that were once standard. One of the first to go was the bulky RJ-45 connector for Ethernet, the wired networking interface standard. The connector is no longer present on popular computers such as the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and many Ultrabook devices. Sonnet's Presto Gigabit USB 3.0 adapter instantly bridges the gap left by the missing onboard RJ-45 port, enabling wired file access and sharing at up to 1 Gb/sec.


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(PR) Apacer Unveils ARES DDR3-3000 Series Memory
Apacer the global leading memory manufacturer- will once again bring overclocking techniques to a new level! Apacer introduces the industry-leading ARES DDR3-3000 series with record-breaking clock rate reaching DDR3 3226 MHz at 2013 Computex Taipei. This series also offer 2800 MHz, 2933 MHz, and other specifications with strictly tested high-end guaranteed memory chips. Two packages (8 GB Kit [4 GBx2] and 16 GB Kit [8 GBx2]) are available to bring extreme lightning speed experience to overclocking players.



Apacer's ARES series overclocking memory has always been the prime choice, or "precious weapon" for overclocking players, and also offers excellent computing efficiency to audio/video workers. This upgrade of clock rate for ARES series will support latest 4th Gen Intel Core Processors and Z87 chipset, and launch the industry-leading DDR3-3000 high-end clock rate! At 2013 Computex Taipei, a new record for air-cooling overclocking of DDR3-3226 MHz 16 GB Kit (4 GBx4) was created successfully by Apacer's overclocking team via ARES DDR3 3000 MHz memory!


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(PR) ASUS ROG Launches RAIDR Express PCI Express-based SSD
ASUS ROG today announced RAIDR Express, the first PCI Express-based SSD in the world with a DuoMode feature that allows it to work with either legacy (traditional) or modern UEFI BIOS. Aimed at hardcore gamers and PC enthusiasts demanding a faster and more reliable computer experience, RAIDR Express combines the best compatibility and great performance with incredible durability.



With 240 GB capacity, sequential 830 MB/s read and 810 MB/s write speeds, and bundled with tons of features that maintain the high-speed performance and extend the lifespan, RAIDR Express is made for real speed-demons. Boasting the gorgeous ROG red and black design with double-sided metal shielding and an incredible 620,000 hours mean time between failure (MTBF) to ensure quality, RAIDR Express is built to last.


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Battlefield 4 Running DirectX 11.1 Could Give Radeon HD 7000 an Edge
EA-DICE' upcoming online shooter Battlefield 4 will take advantage of DirectX 11.1 API, on PCs running Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. Running the game with DirectX 11.1 will have a positive performance impact compared to running it on DirectX 11.0, or on older operating systems like Windows 7 (which doesn't support DirectX 11.1). In the words of the technical director behind Frostbite, the underlying engine for Battlefield 4, "We use DX11.1, there are some optimizations in it (constant buffer offsets, dynamic buffers as SRVs) that we got in to the the API that improves CPU performance in our rendering when one runs with DX11.1." This could give Radeon HD 7000 series GPUs an edge over their GeForce competitors. GPUs based on NVIDIA's "Kepler" micro-architecture don't fully support DirectX 11.1. Incidentally, Battlefield 4 was just bagged and tagged by AMD for its future "Never Settle" bundle. Join the dots.
Sources: NextPowerUp, DSOGaming

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GIGABYTE Announces its First Intel H81 Chipset Motherboards
GIGABYTE announced its first socket LGA1150 motherboards based on Intel's new H81 Express chipset for entry-level desktop platforms, among the trio of H81-based motherboards launched today, are the H81M-DS2, H81M-D2V, and H81M-D3V. The three are based on a common compact micro-ATX PCB design measuring 226 x 170 mm, and differ with connectivity features. The H81 Express is basically B85 Express without SBA, and fewer SATA 6 Gb/s ports, and PCIe gen 2.0.



The H81M-DS2 has a focus on legacy connectivity, which could go well with POS (that's point-of-sale, but we won't disagree with what you made out) PCs that are wired to old LPT printers. Its legacy ports include an LPT parallel port, an RS232 COM serial port, separate PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard. Its lone display output is a D-Sub (VGA). The H81M-D2V sheds LPT while retaining a the RS232 COM port, and a slightly more modern display connectivity that includes D-Sub (VGA) and DVI. It features a single, common PS/2 connector. The H81M-D3V has the least legacy connectivity, with just DVI and D-Sub for display outputs, no rear-panel COM or LPT ports, and a common PS/2 connector.


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(PR) Rosewill Galaxy Series Gaming Cases Launched
Rosewill, the leading brand of PC components and peripherals and award-winning power supplies, computer cases, and gaming peripherals, has released the Galaxy Series gaming cases. With top selling mid-towers such as Challenger, Blackbone, and Redbone, the Galaxy Series is expected to continue the budget gaming mid-tower success as Rosewill is increasing its product range to cover all bases between low, mid, and upper end brackets. With a healthy double digit growth in the first half of 2013 for Computer Cases despite the growing decline among competitors, Rosewill is rising in popularity as it continues to grow and expand within the U.S. and global markets and without delay, driving to spread its influence in markets worldwide online, brick and mortar locations, and through distribution channels.



Rosewill has always been known for their value and quality and the Galaxy series cases are no exception. Three new cases geared for the entry level of Rosewill's case spectrum surprisingly doesn't feel entry level because they leave nothing to be desired. It comes in any color as long as it's black with a front 120mm fan with Blue LEDs to accentuate its gaming aesthetics. The Galaxy Series cases are ideal for PC builders and gamers for its large internal capacity with support for large powerful graphics cards, performance CPU Coolers, and a 2.5" superfast SSD. With its $49.99 MSRP, it is definitely a case that will help you hit your target DIY build price.


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(PR) ZOWIE GEAR Releases Limited Edition White Celeritas Keyboard
ZOWIE GEAR is releasing a limited edition version of the successful ZOWIE CELERITAS in white, equipped with Cherry MX-Red switches. ZOWIE GEAR understands that there are gamers that prefer to use MX-Red switches. The limited edition ZOWIE CELERITAS WHITE is an answer to gamers that look for that and, at the same time, want to have a keyboard with a different look.



ZOWIE GEAR understands that every gamer has their own style and preference for the gaming gear they use. After listening to the community we have produced a limited edition version of the ZOWIE CELERITAS in white with MX-Red switches.


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(PR) Enermax Launches Five New Fan Models
Enermax is pleased to announce their launch of the latest advanced series of fan models equipped with their all-new patented technology, APS (Adjustable Peak Speed) Control. As the name implies, the peak speed of these fans can be adjusted as preferred, and the speed will be regulated automatically by pulse-width modulation (PWM) or by an integrated thermal sensor after selecting the particular RPM range.


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(PR) Intel Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
Intel Corporation's board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of 22.5 cents per share (90 cents per share on an annual basis) on the company's common stock. The dividend will be payable on Sept. 1, 2013, to stockholders of record on Aug. 7, 2013.



Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) is a world leader in computing innovation. The company designs and builds the essential technologies that serve as the foundation for the world's computing devices. Additional information about Intel is available here.


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AMD A10-6800K Overclocked To 8.2 GHz, Breaks And Sets World Record
A Finnish group of Overclockers who call themselves 'The Stilt' have managed to score a world record using AMD's newest Richland architecture based A10-6800K APU and using the Asus F2A85-V Pro motherboard. Back in June, The Stilt had managed to score 8000.48 MHz with a bus clock of 126.99 MHz and applying 2.008 volts to the CPU. The new world record, set by the same group, managed to score an applaud-worthy 8203.01 MHz with a bus clock of 130.21 MHz, multiplier set at 63x and a, believe it or not, lower core voltage of 1.968 volts. The recently discovered x87 patch was also applied, which allowed the poor A10-6800K to post better SuperPi scores.




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(PR) EK Introduces Two New Custom PCB Type GeForce GTX 770 Water Blocks
EK Water Blocks, Ljubljana based premium water cooling gear manufacturer, is proud to introduce two new Full-Cover water blocks for non-reference design NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 graphics cards.



EK-FC770 GTX DCII is a high performance full-cover water block engineered specifically for ASUS design GeForce GTX 680 as well as GTX 770 DirectCU II series graphics cards. This water block directly cools the GPU, RAM as well as VRM (voltage regulation module) as water flows directly over these critical areas thus allowing the graphics card and it's VRM to remain stable under high overclocks. EK-FC770 GTX DCII water block also features a very high flow design therefore it can be easily used in liquid cooling systems using weaker water pumps. EK-FC770 GTX DCII is a modified version of EK-FC680 GTX DCII featuring EK-FC Terminal port system instead of EK-FC Bridge & Link CSQ system. As a result these new water blocks are fully compatible with existing EK-FC680 GTX DCII Backplate. Two versions are available:


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(PR) Spire Announces Galex 24G Ergonomic Wireless Mouse
The Galex 24G is one of the latest additions to Spire's input devices. This state of the art mouse is designed ergonomic and functional. The Galex 24G is foldable and light-weight, therefore great for people that travel much and are always on the go. With high browse precision and functionality the Galex 24G is compatible with any USB 2.0 or 3.0 port on PC, Laptop or Mobile device. The ergonomic contour en smooth design ensure comfortable and stress free use. Supported with two years manufacturer warranty, the Galex 24G is another powered by innovation product from Spire.


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Dell Precision M3800 Goes Official, 3200 x 1800 Display Confirmed
Last week we had reported that Dell is working on a new power-packed mobile workstation dubbed the Precision M3800. At SIGGRAPH, Dell will take the wraps off their next-generation portable workstation. On their corporate blog, the company confirmed much of the rumored specifications which include:
  • 4th Generation Intel Core i7 quad-core CPU
  • NVIDIA Quadro GPU
  • 16GB RAM
  • QHD+ (3,200 x 1,800) multi-touch display
  • 1TB HDD, or 512GB SSD
Despite being loaded to the brim, the Dell Precision M3800 will compress everything into a 0.7" thick body, which weighs in at 4.5 pounds. There's still no word on the pricing, but that should slip out soon. Whatever it'll be, it sure won't be cheap.




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