Monday, September 9, 2013

IT News Head Lines (techPowerUp) 9/10/2013

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Acer C710 Chromebook Getting a CPU Upgrade
At IFA 2013 in Berlin Acer showcased an updated C710 Chromebook, a model that swaps the old, 32 nm-manufactured 1.1 GHz Celeron 847 processor for the fresher, 22 nm 1.5 GHz Celeron 1007U. Other specs remain unchanged so you still get a 11.6-inch (1366 x 768) display 2 or 4 GB of RAM, either a 16 GB SSD or a 320 GB HDD, 10/100 Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n WiFi, and a 4- or 6-cell battery.



Acer's upgraded Chrome OS-running machine has a price tag of 249 Euro and is expected to hit stores soon.




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(PR) GIGABYTE Updates BRIX Ultra Compact PC with 4th Generation Intel Core CPUs
GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, is proud to announce the next generation GIGABYTE BRIX compact PC kit with new models featuring the latest 4th generation Intel Core processors. The new GIGABYTE BRIX is available in four models, each powered by the latest 'Haswell' architecture CPUs, offering improved CPU and graphics performance plus native 4K display support. The new GIGABYTE BRIX also features a front SPDIF jack and expanded USB 3.0 connectivity.



"This new and updated GIGABYTE BRIX builds on the incredible success and popularity of our original compact PC design," commented Henry Kao, Vice President of GIGABYTE Motherboard Business Unit. "We're confident end users will enjoy the improved overall performance that the latest Intel Core processors offer, as well as additional upgrades we have made regarding audio and USB connectivity."


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Core i7-4960X First Extreme-Tier Intel Chip to Ship in a Blue Box
Reviews of Intel's Core i7-4960X may be all over the web, but each one we came across only pictures the chip itself, and not its retail packaging. It turns out that the i7-4960X will be the first "Extreme" tier Intel processor (well, since the decade-old Pentium 4 Extreme Edition anyway), to ship in a blue box, and not the premium black-colored one that's easy to spot at a store, or on a lengthy list online, should you decide to spend a grand on your next CPU. A Japanese store released these pictures of the Core i7-4960X retail box to Hermitage Akihabara.



The Core i7-4960X is a HEDT (high-end desktop) processor by Intel, in the socket LGA2011 package, and based on the 22 nm "Ivy Bridge-E" silicon. It features six cores, twelve logical CPUs enabled by HyperThreading, 15 MB of L3 cache, a quad-channel DDR3 integrated memory controller, and a 48-lane PCI-Express gen 3.0 certified root complex. It features a clock speed of 3.60 GHz, with 4.00 GHz Turbo Boost frequency. The chip should be supported on any socket LGA2011 motherboard based on the X79 Express and C608 chipsets, with a BIOS update in place; unless one supports it out of the box.







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(PR) OCZ to Showcase NVM Aeon Series 3.5" SSD Next Week at HPC for Wall Street Show
OCZ Technology Group, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance solid-state drives (SSDs) for computing devices and systems, will showcase the company's latest enterprise storage and acceleration solutions at the 2013 High Performance Computing (HPC) for Wall Street Show in booth 201 at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City on September 9. One of the largest shows catering to the HPC market, it is an ideal venue for OCZ to showcase solid state storage products designed for addressing big data performance and low latency for financial applications.



OCZ will unveil the upcoming Aeon Series 3.5" SSD, a Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) SAS drive specifically targeted to meet the stringent requirements of latency sensitive applications currently being mired by legacy hard-disk drive (HDD) infrastructures. Designed for demanding transactional environments such as high-frequency trading (HFT), Aeon delivers the speed and ultra low latency read and writes of DRAM with the persistence and scalability of storage. Aeon reduces file system overhead in enterprise appliances while accelerating applications and improving overall I/O efficiency, along with providing unlimited endurance supporting an infinite number of drive writes per day without wearing out or slowing down.


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(PR) New Black, Brown and Red Sennheiser MOMENTUM On-Ear Headphones
Sennheiser goes minimal with new MOMENTUM On-Ear colours. At IFA in Berlin the audio specialist is introducing three new versions of its MOMENTUM On-Ear. Now available in high-gloss black, classic brown and intense red, the new headphones revisit the stylish, minimalist urban look of Sennheiser's acclaimed MOMENTUM, delivering a combination of pure, clean aesthetics and high performance in a compact on-ear design.



The MOMENTUM On-Ear headphones are the perfect fusion of style and substance; delivering great performance, crafted from the finest materials and featuring a sleek, understated look. The first four MOMENTUM On-Ear versions launched this summer in a burst of colour - a celebration in fresh, energising tones. "With the three new colour versions, Sennheiser has reimagined this essential, cool design in richer, more subtle tones," said Charles Cha, Product Manager at Sennheiser. "Where the MOMENTUM On-Ear headphones first showed their playful and extroverted character, the new versions are a more discrete revelation of luxury that hints at their superb performance."


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(PR) EVGA GeForce GTX 770 4 GB Found Incompatible With EK-FC770 GTX
EK Water Blocks, Ljubljana based premium water cooling gear manufacturer, is issuing a note regarding changes in EK-FC770 GTX series water block compatibility list. It has come to our attention that EVGA GeForce GTX 770 graphics cards with 4GB of video memory are now incompatible with EK-FC770 GTX due to use of non-standard inductor coils, namely for the Vdd voltage regulation circuity. Force installing the water block on to the affected graphics card will result in dangerously warped circuit board and is as such deemed not safe for use (as shown on the photo below).


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(PR) ASUS Announces New Transformer Pad TF701T with 2560 x 1600 Display
ASUS today announced the new Transformer Pad TF701T, a 10.1-inch Android tablet with a stunning 2560 x 1600 IPS display, the latest high-performance NVIDIA Tegra 4 quad-core processor and a lightweight Mobile Dock with USB 3.0.



The new ASUS Transformer Pad is perfect for on-the-go entertainment, thanks to a durable metallic design that's just 8.9mm thick and weighs 585g. A high-quality speaker with ASUS SonicMaster audio technology gives loud, clear sound for music, movies and games, while the 17-hour battery life when docked means the new ASUS Transformer Pad lasts for two full working days between charges.


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(PR) Plextor Reveals M6 SSD Prototype and M.2 Form Factor Drives at IFA
Plextor (www.plextor.com), leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance digital media and storage equipment, gave a sneak preview of the upcoming M6 Drive and M.2 form factor SSD solutions at the IFA show in Berlin.



Plextor M6 Series

The M6 is the anticipated successor to the Plextor M5 Series. The M6 is a 2,5", 5 mm solid state drive for the consumer market and is scheduled to come in the following versions: a version for the high performance segment, the Pro version; and a version to cater the needs of average computer users, the S version. The M6 features the next generation of Plextor's proprietary TrueSpeed technology that works in tandem with the Marvell 88SS9187 controller for enhanced performance and reliability.


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(PR) SteelSeries 5Hv3 AND 3Hv2 Gaming Headsets - Available Now
Today, SteelSeries, the leading global innovator of gaming peripherals and leading sponsor of global eSports, announced the availability of the 5Hv3 and 3Hv2 Gaming Headsets. Delivering tournament-grade audio, the new headsets feature custom-engineered soundscapes and the newest generation of SteelSeries audio drivers designed specifically to enhance audio performance and sound details. The H-Series can be recognized by its industrial design, solidly constructed for best-in-class durability.


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(PR) QNAP Launches New 4-drive Rackmount VioStor NVR VS-4100U-RP Pro+ Series
QNAP Security today launched new business-class 4-bay, 1U rackmount VioStor NVR VS-4100U-RP Pro+ series, available in 8, 12 and 16 channels featuring high reliability. Powered by Dual-core Intel processor and 4GB DDR3 memory, the new series deliver quality performance with up to 250 Mbps throughput to ensure steady recording of multiple megapixel IP cameras. Moreover, the HDMI output and hardware decoder provide the ability to deliver up to 200fps Full HD local display.



The VS-4100U-RP Pro+ series support up to 16TB raw storage capacity to accommodate high quality H.264, MPEG-4, M-JPEG, and MxPEG video recording. "The VS-4100U-RP Pro+ series satisfy the requirements of SMB users who desire high performance network video recorders coupled with excellent reliability and features," said Amily Fang, product manager of QNAP Security. "The VS-4100U-RP Pro+ series delivers quality performance coupled with abundant features for small to medium-scale surveillance tasks."


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ASUS Announces X79 Deluxe Socket LGA2011 Motherboard
ASUS announced its first socket LGA2011 motherboard after Intel's Core i7 "Ivy Bridge-E" family launch. Sticking to the simplified model naming scheme introduced by its LGA1150 motherboard lineup, the board is named X79-Deluxe, and is styled just like them (black PCB, black expansion-slots, gold heatsinks). It is expected to ship with out of the box support for Intel's latest HEDT chips. The board is built in the standard ATX form-factor, drawing power from a combination of 24-pin ATX and 8-pin EPS connectors. It uses a 10-phase VRM to power the CPU socket, which is wired to eight DDR3 DIMM slots, and four PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots. A couple of PCI-Express 2.0 x1 slots, wired to the PCH, make for the rest of its expansion.



Storage connectivity includes eight internal SATA 6 Gb/s ports, of which just two are wired to the X79 PCH, four SATA 3 Gb/s ports, and two eSATA 6 Gb/s. Out of the eight USB 3.0 ports on this board, you get six on the rear panel, two by header. The X79 Deluxe features the latest WiFi GO! module by ASUS, which lends it 802.11 ac WLAN, and Bluetooth 4.0 support. Of the two gigabit Ethernet ports on the board, one is driven by an Intel-made controller. 8-channel HD audio, and a number of USB 2.0/1.1 ports make for the rest. Among the ASUS-exclusive features are USB BIOS Flashback, EPU, TPU II, ASUS SSD Caching, and USB 3.0 Boost. The X79 Deluxe from ASUS is expected to go for US $349.99. Find a comprehensive review at the source.




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(PR) Thecus Announces N8900 NAS
IT decision makers are always under pressure when it comes to procurement of new IT-infrastructure. The pressure comes especially from the finance department that always wants an optimal price performance ratio and the IT-directors who expect the best suited hardware for their needs. So why should an enterprise incorporate the Thecus N8900 in their infrastructure?



The Thecus N8900 supports HA (High Availability), which guarantees you a higher uptime for your storage network by giving you the possibility of having 2 completely identical systems running at the same time- both interconnected by a high speed Ethernet connection. While one system is running as the master system and doing all the computing, the other system will constantly mirror the data onto its own drives. In case of a failure in the master system, they will change roles in a blink of an eye so that users will not even know that there was a switch of systems. After the takeover, engineers can easily recover the damaged system without the need to shut down any operations. Please note, however, that a high data-transfer rate is required for this feature (which is another reason why the Thecus N8900 supports lightning fast 10GbE technology).


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(PR) Cooler Master Unveils Four New NotePal Notebook Coolers
Cooler Master launches four new members to the NotePal family. NotePals are notebook solutions that are designed for cooling and/or ergonomics. People often use cushions to avoid the heat of their notebook on their legs. However, cushions clutter the fans of notebooks causing them to overheat and shorten the life expectancy of the notebook. This is where the Comforter Air comes in. It is a cushion that's comfortable for your legs with a fan unit in the middle. The 100mm fan is connected to the notebook with the embedded USB-cable with cable management. The Comforter Air is compatible with notebooks up to 15.6".



The Comforter mini is a passive cooling pad for notebooks and tablets. Specifically for people who like to use their notebook or tablet on a non-stable surface, like a bed, couch, cushion, etc. The solid surface allows notebooks to get decent fresh air to the intake, which is important to cool the notebook. On the top of the Comforter mini a groove allows for cable management.


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(PR) OCUK 8 Pack Gaming Desktops Start Selling
Caseking proudly presents the first generation of "8Pack" Systems of the English partner company Overclockers UK. Absolute top range complete computers with ultra-high-end features - designed and built by the British number 1 in overclocking and multiple world record holder - Ian ''8Pack'' Parry. Of reason in order to offer the ultimate premium package in overclocked systems on newly contructed, all three variants are true performance monster, graded according to the contented under warranty buyer size and budget.



Planning and contruction of a bona fide "8Pack" PC is a long and arduous process that ultimately ends in the creation of a truly customized system. The combination of hand-picked components and years of experience in the world's top overclockers scene, allow Ian ?8Pack", computer bring forth a monumental set the standard in this area. The results are unsurpassed and unique, with superior performance, fits like a glove - something that you have never seen before in the market of system integration. Made for the extreme enthusiast who craves more performance and craftsmanship required, which are only available at Overclockers UK.


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(PR) Xilence Enforces European Presence
The Xilence brand will form its very own company by August 2013. Located in Hildesheim, Germany the new enterprise will fortify the European brand presence. New "Xilence GmbH" will take care of sales and support of Xilence in Europe. Customers will receive more assistance and will be able to buy Xilence products with a promising price-performance ratio all over Europe soon. For sales, Xilence GmbH will try to establish a wide distribution network. Through the new cooperation with "be quiet!" there will also be desirable synergy effects.



"Our Xilence products will be offensively placed within the volume markets all over Europe. The goal is, to offer appealing products for a good price," is how the new CEO of the Xilence GmbH, Michael Albes, commented on the ongoing development. Together with Andreas Groneberg the new company will be led by an experienced team. The two managing directors are accompanied by Andreas Jansen - An outstanding networker and experienced product expert for the Asia market. Thus this company can look back on the full ten years of Xilence experience.


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(PR) Latest WD Red drives compatible with Thecus NAS
So you're planning on building a NAS system. You've already selected your NAS unit (a Thecus, of course), but you're wondering what drives to put inside. SSDs? Nah, too pricey and a little small. So HDDs it is. But which ones do you buy? Are they all made the same? What speed RPM and what buffer size would be best for a NAS environment? If only HDD manufacturers would start building custom drives for network storage!



It just so happens, dear user, that today is your day. Western Digital has officially announced the release of its latest NAS-specific Red HDDs: the RD1000M and the RM500M. Designed specifically for Network Attached Storage systems, these latest members of the Red family feature 4TB of storage in a 3.5" enclosure (RD1000M) and 1TB or 750GB of storage in a 2.5" enclosure (RM500M).


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(PR) Lexar Also Announces New JumpDrive V20 USB Multipacks
Lexar, a leading global brand of flash memory products, today announced the Lexar JumpDrive V20 USB multipack, a storage solution designed for users who need to stay organized. Many times, it's hard to remember what is actually stored on a flash drive.



The JumpDrive V20 takes the guessing out of the equation, letting users easily organize and archive important files. Available in packs of two, three, or four, each drive comes with write-on labels (and a pen), and features a protective, clear cover so users can slide in and swap out labels as needed to keep stored files organized. Each drive also sports an LED activity light that blinks during data transfer, so you know when the job is complete.


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(PR) Lexar Announces New High-Performance Secure USB 3.0 Flash Drive
Lexar, a leading global brand of flash memory products, today announced the Lexar JumpDrive M10 Secure USB 3.0 flash drive for safe and high-speed file transfer. The new drive offers EncryptStick Lite software, an advanced security solution with 256-bit AES encryption for comprehensive data protection, the ability to create a single password-protected vault that automatically encrypts data, and a File Shredder feature that permanently deletes files from the device so they cannot be restored. Additionally, the drive sports an easy-to-read, always-on capacity meter to determine available storage space at a glance, even when disconnected.



"The JumpDrive M10 Secure is designed for on-the-go executives, power business users, or anyone holding sensitive information who may want more data security than the average person," said Aaron Lee, director of product marketing, Lexar. "With the ability to create password-protected vaults that automatically encrypt data and virtually 'shred' deleted files, customers can rest assured that their data is safe and secure."


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AMD Rolls Out the Catalyst 13.10 Beta Driver
AMD has now made available a new Catalyst driver, the 13.10 version for Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. This driver comes with a beta tag and supports the Radeon HD 7000, HD 6000 and HD 5000 Series cards. There's also a mobile version of 13.10 which supports the Mobility Radeon HD 8000M, HD 7000M, HD 6000M and HD 5000M cards. Download links are just below.


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(PR) Simple Audio Unveils High-Fidelity Speakers Designed for Modern Music Lovers
Today Simple Audio announced the addition of two new hi-fidelity speaker solutions to their existing line of networked HD streaming players. The new speakers, dubbed Simple Audio Listen and Simple Audio Go bring audiophile sound, designer styling, and versatile connectivity to today's digital music lovers.



Simple Audio Listen - Stereo Speakers with Bluetooth

Simple Audio Listen is beautifully designed to deliver breathtaking audio from compact stereo speakers that look great on the desktop, bookshelf, and in any room. The speakers incorporate technology generally reserved for high-end audiophile systems, including a fully digital signal path, DSP, and bi-amplified design to deliver amazing audio quality. And because today's music fans listen to music from a variety of digital devices, Listen has a variety of inputs including USB, Bluetooth and line-in connections, allowing it to play music from nearly any device in the home. Listen features a unique, elegant touch interface, with no buttons, dials or knobs, and includes an infrared remote.


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(PR) EUROCOM's 11.6" Monster Ultraportable Receives 1.5 TB Hard Drive Upgrade
Eurocom has added the 1.5 TB HGST Travelstar 5k1500 SATA 6 Gb/s HDD, the largest 2.5", 9.5 mm thin mobile storage drive, to the 11.6" Monster Ultraportable Notebook to meet customers demand for large storage capacity and high performance.



"The Monster is a small form factor ultraportable notebook capable of running multiple virtual machines and multiple operating systems with up to 16GB memory and 1.5 TB storage while weighing under 4 lbs and having a battery that lasts over 400 minutes!" Mark Bialic, Eurocom President. 1.5 terabyte, 6Gb/s SATA mobile hard drives are perfect for use within the EUROCOM Monster where user's demand increasingly large storage capacity and blazing speed.


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(PR) Super Talent's NGFF SSDs for Mobile Computing Arrive
Super Talent Technology, a leading manufacturer of NAND Flash storage solutions and DRAM memory modules, announces its NGFF SSD lineup.



Super Talent's NGFF lineup is based on the M.2 form factor for next generation notebooks. NGFF DX1 is 22.00 mm x 80.00 mm x 3.5 mm that supports speeds of up to 480/400 MB/s sequential read and write with a SATA-III interface. These space saving SSDs are the perfect solution for next generation mobile computing. The NGFF DX1 also has an internal cache to further speed up application load times and is easily mounted without any cables.


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(PR) Overclockers UK Announces the Ultra High End 8Pack Systems
Today Overclockers UK have announced the ultra high end 8Pack systems, designed, built and created by the UK's number one overclocker, Ian "8Pack" Parry. The construction of an 8Pack PC is a long and arduous process resulting in the production of a truly bespoke extreme performance PC. The combination of premium hand selected components and years of world class experience allows 8Pack to create a machine of monumental standards. These systems are second to none, ultra high performance, truly bespoke and unlike anything else seen in the system integration market before. Tailored for the extreme consumer, who requires the very ultimate in performance technology combined with a unique craftsmanship only found in the finest of overclockers.



8Pack only uses the finest handpicked components; literally using a process of elimination over hundred of CPUs to find the absolute best overclocking chip for ultimate performance. With speed and stability guaranteed from the UK's number one overclocker, Overclockers UK is offering a system of unparallel performance, unlike anything ever seen before. Truly exclusive as every single 8 Pack system is built, tested, overclocked and benchmarked every step of the way by 8Pack himself to ensure the pinnacle of quality is maintained to Overclockers UK's militantly high standards.


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Microsoft to Deliver 14 Patches Next Week
With this month's Patch Tuesday approaching fast, Microsoft has provided an advanced notification to let the world know what to expect. According to that notification, the Redmond-based company will roll out 14 updates - four rated 'Critical' and ten rated 'Important' - to tackle vulnerabilities found in Windows, Office and Internet Explorer.



The 14 patches are set for release this Tuesday, September 10. For a bit more info check out the security bulletin found here.

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(PR) Arctic Releases the WiFi N150 Mini Wireless USB Adapter
Get connected today with ARCTIC's new WiFi N150! Now available from Amazon UK , Amazon IT, Amazon FR and Amazon ES for EUR ?6.99.



The WiFi N150 is compact in design, yet packed with technology. Whether you are looking to boost your laptop's WiFi signal or you want to connect your PC to your LAN, just plug this tiny dongle into any USB port and enjoy the freedom of the strong connection.


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(PR) Linksys Announces Its Fastest 802.11ac Wireless Router at IFA 2013
Linksys today introduced its new top model in the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi router line-up: the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi AC1900 Router. It offers speeds up to 600 Mbps to Wireless-N clients and up to 1300 Mbps to Wireless-AC clients. Together with a new top end model Linksys is also bringing an entry level AC-router and an AC USB-adapter to upgrade notebooks or desktop computers to the latest standard.



"Trends like the increase in connected devices in the home and the rise of on demand video services, enabling consumers to consume video on virtually any screen, puts a more critical demand on the home network," said Mike Chen, Senior Director Home Networking at Belkin. "Our products are not only extremely fast, they are also easy to install and control through the innovative Linksys Smart Wi-Fi platform. With your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Account and App you can get access anywhere and anytime to media stored on a connected USB storage device or change settings of the router - all from the palm of your hand."


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(PR) NEC Display Introduces New 30-Inch Color Accurate MultiSync PA Series Display
NEC Display Solutions of America, a leading provider of commercial LCD display and projector solutions, announced today the 30-inch MultiSync PA302W color accurate display and color critical PA302W display solution with SpectraViewII calibration software and sensor. The models come in both white and black cabinets, which have been redesigned and are now 34 percent slimmer than previous models.



Built using a cutting edge GB-R LED backlight, the PA302W provides a wider color gamut and more color control than a conventional white LED backlight and consumes 44 percent less power than comparable CCFL backlights. The display can be seen in Booth No. 4238 at Print 13, a graphics communications industry event running September 8-12 at McCormick Place in Chicago.


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(PR) Scythe Presents Mugen 4 "PC Games Hardware Edition" CPU Cooler
Japanese manufacturer Scythe, famous for its innovative and market leading cooling concepts and accessories, introduces a new edition of the popular Mugen 4 CPU cooler. In the past, Mugen series was modified in cooperation with the experts from the Ger-man Computer Magazine "PC Games Hardware". Latest Scythe Mugen 4 CPU cooler was tested by the professional editors and received some optimizations for silent operation.



In result of this cooperation, the improved version by the name "Mugen 4 PCGH Edition" has been created. Main heatsink was considered great and was not modified. Scythe newly developed the T-M.A.P.S. (Threedimensional Multiple Airflow Pass-Through Structure) fin structure for Mugen 4, which increases the airflow inside the cooling heatsink. Furthermore, Mugen 4 PCGH Edition is highly fine tuned for performance with ultra low noise.


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(PR) Toshiba Introduces Larger Capacity USB 3.0 Flash Drives
Toshiba Electronics Europe has launched an updated range of Super Speed USB 3.0 flash memory USB drives. The TransMemory-EX II drives feature increased read and write speeds and are available with capacities of 32 GB, 64 GB and 128 GB.



Utilizing Toshiba's Double Data Rate (DDR) NAND, the new products can read or write 25 GB of video content in approximately 5 minutes - 22 times faster than with USB 2.0-based models. The drives are powered by the USB port and can read data at speeds up to 222 Mbytes/s.


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(PR) HP Announces the ENVY Recline All-in-One PC Series
HP today announced the HP ENVY Recline All-in-One PC series, offering the best, most immersive touch experience available on an All-in-One PC.



With an innovative product design, HP's new All-in-One PCs allow users to pivot the touch screen lower and closer, making the interaction more accessible and comfortable.



"Customers have told us that they want touch on their PCs, and at HP we're always looking for ways to improve the experience," said Mike Nash, vice president, Product Management, Consumer PCs and Consumer Solutions, HP. "HP's family of reclining all-in-one PCs offer new ways to stay productive and enjoy immersive experiences such as movies and games with the most natural touch experience available."


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Philips Launches 144 Hz Gaming Monitor
Among the myriad of new products presented by Philips at the current IFA event in Berlin, Germany, there's one in particular that will certainly draw the attention of avid gamers everywhere. The Philips Brilliance 242G5DJEB/75 is a 24 Inch, 144Hz refresh rate monitor targeted at the gaming segment, it has a 16:9 aspect ratio and a native resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The Full HD monitor makes use of a TN LCD panel and W-LED back-lighting, it has a 5ms response time (1ms Gray to Gray) and a 170º maximum horizontal viewing angle.



Connectivity wise, the monitor puts at your disposal a VGA port (Analog ), DVI-Dual Link (digital, HDCP), HDMI (digital, HDCP), MHL-HDMI (digital, HDCP), DisplayPort 1.2, USB3.0x4 with 1x fast charger and Smart keypad x 1. The Philips Brilliance 242G5DJEB/75 comes with a wired remote control dubbed SmartKeypad, that enables fast and convenient access to previously saved, personalized gaming presets.


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(PR) Philips Fidelio L2 Headphones Elevate Sound and Style
Two years ago, Philips launched the Philips Fidelio L1 headphones, which have gone on to be recognized as one of the leading headphones in their class. Today, Philips is introducing a new generation: the Philips Fidelio L2. The new model features lighter materials, a new headband design and key sound improvements that will impress even the most discerning audiophile. The Philips Fidelio L2 have been tuned by the sharpest ears from Philips' 'Golden Ears' panel of audio experts, delivering exceptional sound detail for every song.



"The Philips Fidelio L2 headphones deliver a pristine audio experience," said Alexander van der Heijden, consumer marketing for headphones at Philips Lifestyle Entertainment. "We're proud of the recognition we've received for the Philips Fidelio L1s, but we also wanted to keep striving to deliver the perfect headphone in its class. So we asked users of the L1 to tell us what they liked, and what more they wanted, and the result is the Philips Fidelio L2 headphones. We've made some small but important changes, such as increasing the sensitivity in the sound technology to make for a more robust and clean sound experience."


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(PR) Philips Also Releases Fidelio M1 Bluetooth Headphones
Philips introduces the Fidelio M1BT Bluetooth headphones today at the 2013 IFA show. Combining the freedom of Bluetooth with the sound quality of the Fidelio brand, the M1BT is natural fit for those who have a passion for sound and music. Unlike other Bluetooth headphones, the M1BT utilizes the latest Bluetooth 4.0 standard along with APT-X (Android), AAC (Apple) and SBC for the superior music streaming.



"The M1BT offers the superior sound quality and comfort that has made the M1s so successful, combining it with the freedom of Bluetooth," said Alexander van der Heijden, consumer marketing for headphones at Philips Lifestyle Entertainment. "We carried out significant research not only into crafting a premium sound experience, but also to creating a Bluetooth headphone that is light, comfortable and easy to use."


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(PR) Philips Launches Frames Headphones
Philips today launched a line of headphones that's as cool as your favorite pair of sunglasses and as stylish as a trip down the catwalk. Called Frames, the headphones - which feature a compact, foldable design - offer total sound immersion from a closed acoustic system and premium drivers, while making a clear fashion statement.



"Headphones have become a fashion accessory," said Alexander van der Heijden, consumer marketing for headphones at Philips Lifestyle Entertainment. "With Frames, we took our inspiration from premium sunglasses. At the same time, Frames is more than just a 'flashy' design. These headphones are carefully engineered to reproduce clean, detailed and natural sound."


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(PR) AMD Licences Trustonic Trusted Execution Environment
AMD and Trustonic today announced a strategic collaboration to embed the Trustonic Trusted Execution Environment (TEE), < t-base, into AMD Accelerated Processing Units (APU) and Central Processing Units (CPU) for PCs, tablets, and other processor markets. With best-in-class security, AMD APUs and CPUs will unlock a range of secure new capabilities for end users including fast, safe payments to access to more content, and Bring Your Own Device to work support scenarios. This will be accomplished by providing developers with access to hardware root-of-trust based-security to enable a wide range of innovative services.



The AMD and Trustonic collaboration drives alignment between the experiences and services demanded by fast-evolving mobile and performance computing ecosystems. It will
  • deliver real development platforms to support industry bodies working to drive interoperability across trusted computer platforms - such as GlobalPlatform and Trusted Computing Group;

  • offer device vendors integrated, hardware based security by providing the means to integrate traditional security solutions such as the TCG Trusted Platform Module (TPM) functionality crypto libraries and isolation at low cost and with greater performance; and

  • provide users the capabilities offered by


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(PR) EK Releases AMD Mounting Mechanism for EK-SF3D Inflection Point EVO
EK Water Blocks, Ljubljana based premium water cooling gear manufacturer, is proud to introduce the newest addition to EK-SF3D line of liquid nitrogen evaporation coolers for extreme overclocking - the AMD mounting mechanism. EK-SF3D Inflection Point EVO - Mounting AMD is a universal AMD AMx/FMx socket mounting mechanism for EK-SF3D Inflection Point EVO CPU evaporation cooler. This item allows the EK-SF3D Inflection Point EVO to be used on majority of AMD socket based overclocking motherboards.

The product is made from precisely machined POM Acetal to fit past the nearby socket components. Backplate is made from 3mm thick stainless steel plate. This product also features plastic standoffs which prevents excessive compression of insulation material as well as warping of the motherboard. Enclosed heater can be used on the backside of the motherboard's socket in order to warm-up the nearby VRM capacitors for higher stability during benchmark stress tests. The product comes complete with pre-cut self-adhesive thermal insulation sheets and is readily available for purchase through EK Webshop and and Partner Reseller Network.


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(PR) MSI Exhibited Repertoire of Gaming Laptops During PAX Prime 2013
MSI Computer Corp, a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, showcased their award-winning selection of gaming laptops during PAX Prime 2013 at booth #7411, 6th floor in Seattle, WA. MSI exhibited their entire repertoire of G Series gaming laptops which includes the newly released GS70 Stealth, the world's thinnest and lightest 17" gaming notebook, the GT Series powerhouse armed with Intel Haswell and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M/780M, the GX series powered by AMD's Richland processor and AMD Radeon HD 8000M, and the GE series including the ultra-portable 14" GE40.

To celebrate MSI's participation at the show, MSI was holding a variety of daily activities and contests, giving attendees the opportunity to win prizes such as souvenirs, gaming components and a gaming laptop. For more details, please check it out at event page.


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(PR) HARMAN Also Announces the AKG K323 XS Ultra-Small In-Ear Headphones
The new AKG K323 XS in-ear headphones represent a breakthrough in studio-quality sound in a compact package. Despite their miniature size, the AKG K323 XS headphones adhere to uncompromising AKG standards for sound quality, comfort, versatility, and functionality.

The AKG K323 XS comes in 4 fashionable colors, as well as black and white, and boasts the sound quality and extreme comfort of an in-ear headphone more than twice its size, but without the extra bulk or weight.


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(PR) HARMAN Rolls Out the SOHO Headphones
HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, unveils the Harman Kardon SOHO stereo headphones featuring a distinctive new look. Combining premium style in black, white or camel with a heritage of high-frequency clarity and stunning bass, Harman Kardon SOHO headphones are designed to appeal to the designer, as well as the audiophile, in everyone.

"Our new Harman Kardon SOHO headphones aren't just about outstanding sound alone," said Michael Mauser, President of HARMAN Lifestyle. "They make an unmistakable visual design statement, as well as being remarkably convenient to use and travel with."


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(PR) Lexar Introduces Its New Professional Workflow Reader Solution
Lexar, a leading global brand of flash memory products, today announced the Lexar Professional Workflow Reader Solution, the only solution that transfers video and images from up to four memory cards at once using just one USB port. The solution includes a four-bay reader hub compatible with popular card formats, such as XQD, UDMA 7 CompactFlash (CF), Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC) Ultra High Speed-I (UHS-I), and Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) UHS-I.

The Lexar Professional Workflow Reader Solution allows users to mix and match readers in the hub. The readers are sold separately so users can configure the hub into an ideal solution that meets their individual workflow needs:


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(PR) HARMAN Releases the AKG K845BT and AKG K545 Over-War Headphones
The two new models of lightweight over-ear AKG headphones blend studio quality sound with forward-looking design. The AKG K845BT delivers the same outstanding sound with wireless Bluetooth connectivity. The AKG K545 comes with a choice of detachable inline control microphone cables for both Apple and Android users.

"The new AKG K845BT and AKG K545 headphones build on what we learned with our award-winning AKG K550 model headphones," said Michael Mauser, President of HARMAN Lifestyle. "Starting with the strong noise-isolating qualities of the closed-back design, we applied new materials science and cutting-edge acoustic engineering and married it to the spacious, multi-dimensional sound of open-back headphones. The result is a lighter, more portable, and more consumer-friendly reference-monitor-class headphone that delivers the legendary, exceptional sound that AKG is famous for. The breakthrough features of the AKG K545 model has already garnered it recognition with a Red Dot design award."


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(PR) Western Digital Announces the My Passport Slim Portable Hard Drive
WD, a Western Digital company, today announced the availability of its My Passport Slim line of portable hard drives, the first thin drives to offer up to 2 TB capacity, a metal enclosure, and 256-bit hardware-based encryption. The included WD SmartWare Pro data protection software allows users to back up their data to their My Passport Slim and keep an extra copy in their Dropbox account for peace-of-mind. The software also lets users back up their Dropbox account to the My Passport Slim. These features make the My Passport Slim an ideal choice for protecting, storing, and enjoying digital content on the go.

Available in 1 TB and 2 TB capacities, the My Passport Slim measures a scant 4.33 x 3.14 x 0.48-inches, giving mobile consumers an easy and convenient way to transport their favorite music, movies, photos and documents.


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(PR) Lenovo Unveils New Yoga Convertibles and Flex Dual Mode Devices
Lenovo, creator of multimode computing, today announced at the 2013 IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin, a broad expansion to its portfolio of multimode devices.

The new lineup starts with two new Yoga convertibles: the Yoga 2 Pro, successor to the original 360° flip and fold 13.3-inch Yoga, and the new ThinkPad Yoga, built to take business users to new heights with its multimode design and business-heavy features. Additionally, Lenovo is bringing multimode computing to mainstream laptops and desktops with the new dual mode Lenovo Flex 14 and 15-inch laptops and Flex 20 all-in-one (AIO) desktop. These machines give consumers all the productivity of a PC plus one extra mode, essentially giving them two powerful devices at one affordable price.


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(PR) Thermaltake Announces the Toughpower DPS Digital-Controlled Power Supplies
Thermaltake, being an industry leader in computer chassis, thermal solutions, and power supply units announces the latest news that the new revolutionary Thermaltake Toughpower DPS 850 W/750 W, an innovative digitally- controlled power supply with software. The implementations come with better voltage regulation to provide the system with clean and stable power. Of all the PSU monitoring software applications in the marketplace, Thermaltake DPSApp is the supreme monitoring tool that is powerful, easy-to-use, flexible and universal all in the same package.

Concept
  • Monitor the electricity cost of your PC to help users manage the power expense.
  • Record the status of your PC which enables active monitoring and the ability to organize the data to a quantitative database.
  • Sharing in the cloud to provide users the ability to share results with friends.


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(PR) HARMAN Introduces the JBL Pebbles Desktop Stereo Speakers
HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, announces JBL Pebbles, a compact USB powered stereo speaker system for the desktop, with digital signal processing and SlipStream Technology for outstanding audio, as well as an award-winning design that looks as good as it sounds.

"JBL Pebbles delivers great audio is a given, or we wouldn't put the JBL name on it," said Michael Mauser, President of HARMAN Lifestyle. "But these speakers are also made to be displayed on your desktop, like the work of art that they are."


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(PR) Toshiba Also Introduces the Satellite Click 2-in-1 Detachable PC
Toshiba's Digital Products Division (DPD), a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today announced the Satellite Click, an all-new detachable consumer PC, offering the full functionality of a Windows 8 laptop with the convenience of a tablet in one portable device. Designed with a removable 13.3-inch diagonal touchscreen tablet that locks and unlocks from the hinge, Satellite Click offers a seamless transition between laptop and tablet modes. The Satellite Click is available exclusively via Best Buy and Toshiba Direct for the Holiday 2013 buying season.

The first detachable device to utilize AMD's low-power A4 accelerated processing unit (APU), codenamed "Temash", with AMD Radeon 8000 graphics and 4 GB of 1600 MHz DDR3L RAM, the Satellite Click delivers fast, laptop-class dual-core performance while maintaining a generous battery life rating. A 500 GB hard drive is built-in to the removable screen making it easy and convenient to store files, photos and media libraries on the same device used for travel. Tablet essentials, including a built-in webcam, Micro USB 2.0 and HDMI ports, a microSD slot, plus accelerometer and gyroscope sensors, enable the device's transformation from laptop to tablet without compromise.


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(PR) Toshiba Introduces the Compact, Touch-Enabled Satellite NB15t Laptop
Toshiba's Digital Products Division (DPD), a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today announced a new value-driven laptop, the Satellite NB15t. Featuring a compact design for greater portability, the Satellite NB15t offers families, students and frequent travelers a fully-powered, stylish touch-enabled PC for a starting price of $379.99 MSRP.

"The Satellite NB15t is a compact 11.6-inch touchscreen PC that covers all the basics without breaking the bank," said Carl Pinto, vice president of marketing, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Digital Products Division. "Our customers are always looking for more ways to be mobile without sacrificing the performance and features of a bigger-sized laptop, so we built the Satellite NB15t with that in mind. Clean design, solid performance, with a slim and lightweight style is what this device is all about."


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(PR) Lexar Debuts High-Performance microSDXC 600x UHS-I Memory Card
Lexar, a leading global brand of flash memory products, today announced the 64 GB Lexar High-Performance microSDXC UHS-I card with read transfer speeds up to 600x (90 MB per second). Designed to enhance the mobile video capabilities of smartphones, tablets, and sports camcorders, the Class 10 microSDXC UHS-I card allows users to capture, store, play back, and transfer up to eight hours of 1080p full-HD video and thousands of photos and songs.

"Over the past decade, mobile technologies including smartphones, tablets, and action video cameras have become an integral part of everyday life - and new capabilities are continually being added to enhance these technologies. Mobile devices offer convenience for business and personal needs, as well as the ability to capture those special, every day moments," said Adam Kaufman, product marketing manager, Lexar. "The Lexar High-Performance microSDXC UHS-I card provides users with a premium mobile solution that allows them to spend less time offloading their increasingly large files and more time capturing those important moments while they're on the go."


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