Another CS:GO pro is hit with a Valve Anti Cheat ban
Indian CS:GO pro player Krishna "kriSSh" Salecha from Team NeckBREAK has been handed an automatic ban through Valve's Anti-Cheating service (VAC) recently on his main gaming account.
It's obviously quite common for CS:GO players to deny their bans once they have taken place, however Salecha believes the internet cafe may have compromised his account, commenting that the ban has been appealed and is awaiting a response from the official valve team.
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SilverStone shows more brand presence with this old school mATX case
In the lead up to COMPUTEX, SilverStone has been pushing out a few more cases to increase their range of SKU into the market.
Featuring support for coolers up to 82mm in height, a built in handle for transportation and capabilities for Micro-ATX motherboards and full ATX power supplies, this case is seemingly targeted at LAN participants.
Expect this case to set you back $94.96 (85,60 Euro) on release.
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AMD hasn't released a WHQL certified Catalyst driver in over 160 days
Did you know that it has been nearly 6 months since AMD released a WHQL-certified Catalyst driver? With NVIDIA constantly refining and fine tuning its GeForce driver with a constant stream of Game Ready WHQL releases, even for Windows 10 with DirectX 12 support, AMD has fallen behind the ball, big time.
The last WHQL-certified Catalyst drivers were released on 9/12/14 in the form of the Catalyst 14.12 Omega WHQL, and since then, AMD has released just two Beta drivers, with the Catalyst 15.4 drivers helping out with Grand Theft Auto V, and adding support for FreeSync. With the impending release of an entire new architecture with HBM memory in the form of the Radeon R9 390X, we should hopefully expect AMD to not just release a kick ass new driver, but to keep up with monthly releases to better compete against NVIDIA in the software side of its products.
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Underdog Streacom pushes seriously sleek ATX case
If you're looking to invest in something a little different, Streacom has just announced the release of its new F12C ATX case.
Streacom has added water cooling support and additional fan options alongside the ability to support 310mm long expansion cards all contained within the 420x320x184mm structure.
Unknown brand yes, but certainly something to look out for in the future.
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Huawei shows off Agile IoT, helps connected tech communicate online
Chinese company Huawei announced its Agile Network 3.0 Architecture during its Network Congress 2015 - with a specific interest in the Agile Internet of Things (IoT) solution. Company officials noted its platform as a free and open standard, so it's even easier to make devices connect - and communicate - with the Internet.
Looking ahead, Huawei predicts there will be 100 billion connections by 2025, with two million new sensors deployed every hour. Huawei has increased focus of its IoT efforts in the past couple of years, as buildings, vehicles, factories, retail stores, critical infrastructure, and other products become connected.
IoT has drawn major interest from software and hardware manufacturers, with the likes of Google, IBM, Intel, and others preparing their IoT-themed protocols.
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Tech companies don't want police to receive encrypted phone data
In an open letter to President Obama, more than 140 civil society groups, tech companies and tech leaders signed a statement showing concern regarding the US government's desire to view decrypted smartphone data. Both the FBI and Justice Department claim they support encryption, but want to create backdoors so law enforcement can gain access - but that seems unlikely without creating avenues that cybercriminals and foreign governments can also exploit.
"Strong encryption is the cornerstone of the modern information economy's security," the open letter reads. "Encryption protects billions of people every day against countless threats - be they street criminals trying to steal our phones and laptops, computer criminals trying to defraud us, corporate spies trying to obtain our companies' most valuable trade secrets, repressive governments trying to stifle dissent, or foreign intelligence agencies trying to compromise our and our allies' most sensitive national security secrets."
FBI Director James Comey had this to say during a recent roundtable with the media: "There's no doubt that all of us should care passionately about privacy, but we should also care passionately about protecting innocent people."
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Looks like the Xbox One will get Windows 10 sometime after the summer
It was known that PCs would receive first crack at Windows 10 this summer, while Xbox One gamers and other users would have to wait. However, at least console owners have a time range of when they can anticipate upgrading their OS. Phil Spencer, head of Xbox, responded to a question regarding Windows 10 for the Xbox One by saying the following:
@dave125norco It will be post-summer.
- Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) May 19, 2015
Microsoft hopes to streamline Windows 10 to as many users - across multiple platforms - especially to those trying to upgrade from Windows 8/8.1. Windows 10 on the Xbox One will allow gamers to stream to Windows 10 PCs, along with the introduction of cross-platform playing.
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Analyst believes Apple will release some form of TV in the future
Investor Carl Icahn believes Apple is planning an ultra-high-definition (UHD) TV launch sometime in the future, while other sources say the company shelved those plans more than one year ago. It's a suddenly bizarre discussion that has elicited a lot of passionate statements from analysts and journalists alike.
Interestingly, Yoshikami believes Apple could provide the "brains of the TV" and let consumers pick their own monitor or display - from a growing number of companies that would be more than happy to step in and help offer additional flexibility.
"TV defined by Apple will be the brain, the interface, and an alternative content platform to compete with Netflix."
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White Xbox One Halo: The Master Chief Collection Bundle hitting the US
Microsoft has publicly disclosed Xbox gamers will be able to purchase the $349 Xbox One Special Edition Halo: The Master Chief Collection Bundle, which features a free download code for the Halo title, cirrus white console and wireless controller.
In addition, Microsoft is preparing a limited edition Halo 5: Guardians Xbox One console in 2015, so Halo gamers also have that to consider.
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Silk Road helped reduce risks users faced trying to buy narcotics
Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht was the mastermind of a billion-dollar online drug ring, according to the US federal government. He was convicted earlier in the year and could face life in prison for his crimes, with prosecutors still quiet on what type of prison term they are seeking at the May 29 sentencing.
"In contrast to the government's portrayal of the Silk Road website as a more dangerous version of a traditional drug marketplace, in fact the Silk Road website was in many respects the most responsible such marketplace in history, and consciously and deliberately included recognized harm reduction measures, including access to physician counseling," Dratel said in a recent court filing.
Even with the legal team's approach, Ulbricht will likely face a stiff sentence, after being convicted of money laundering, conspiracy to traffic narcotics, and five other felonies.
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Is it possible robots will always need humans to help them function?
Even though there is new concern that artificial intelligence may lead to robots taking over, it's plausible to think that robots will always need humans.
While that is true, some have wondered if that will begin to change when AI is able to learn - and adapt - to daily life. No one is really sure what is lies ahead for mankind and robotics, however, humans can work to ensure there are proper boundaries in place that robots must adhere to.
Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son said robots will be smarter than humans in the "near future," with major tech executives in the US concerned about the future of AI. As AI continues to develop in the future, there will be more debate regarding how humans can help make sure robots are kept under control.
Even if robots may not be able to overpower mankind, there is still plenty of concern surrounding robots taking jobs from their human counterparts.
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Guillermo del Toro says 'Silent Hills' cancelation left him 'reeling'
Konami is facing management in-fighting and other problems, which led to the cancelation of Silent Hills, and it looks like Guillermo del Toro's foray into video games could be over. Hideo Kojima has reportedly left the company - though was helping with the Silent Hills project - but the budding friendship between Kojima and del Toro had to be placed on hold.
It's a shame that Konami seemingly can't keep its act together, as Norman Reedus, Kojima and del Toro were all reportedly "super happy" with the progress made in Silent Hills. However, del Toro's Crimson Peak will be released in theaters this October, so he has plenty to help keep him busy outside of gaming.
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MSI shoots down talks of a possible acquisition by Lenovo
The PC rumor mill is buzzing yet again, with unconfirmed reports published by DigiTimes indicating Lenovo is interested in purchasing the MSI gaming notebook unit. MSI isn't at the top in gaming laptops, but largely releases affordable products that have decent specs - but that doesn't mean MSI wants to get rid of its mobile gaming business.
Even though the deal would make logical sense for Lenovo, which has been unable to break into gaming, MSI apparently isn't happy about the rumors - and has threatened possible legal action. "We are currently seeking the source of this false information and reserve the right to take any legal action," Tung confirmed.
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US military working on mini-drone gliders to help spy on the enemy
US Navy scientists have created a miniature glider drone, dubbed the Cicada, which is designed for its simplistic and disposable functionality. The small drone doesn't have an engine and features just 10 moving parts and costs around $1,000 - and could drop in price down to $250 each - seems like nothing more than a circuit board attached to a paper airplane.
The drones could be equipped with microphones and other tools, opening the door to multiple possible missions.
"The idea was why can't we make UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) that have the same sort of profile," said Aaron Kahn, from the Naval Research Laboratory, in a statement to the AFP. "We will put so many out there, it will be impossible for the enemy to pick them all up."
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To get you test-ready, this bundle will provide you with exam simulations, test tips, and case studies for each of the exams. By the time you wrap up, you'll be fully prepared to pass these four essential exams and launch your new career.
What are you waiting for? Get these four essential certification trainings for $59 at TweakTown Deals today.
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EVGA SuperNOVA G2 1600W 80 PLUS Gold Power Supply Review
Introduction
The EVGA SuperNOVA G2 1600W power supply is a monster of a unit that should be able to power just about whatever you can throw at it. It is a single rail 1600W unit rated for 80 PLUS Gold efficiency. The SuperNOVA G2 1600W is fully modular and has more cables and connectors than anyone in their right mind should ever be able to utilize in a single system. All this doesn't do any good if the unit can't perform, so let's start digging into this thing and get to the testing.
Specifications, Availability and Pricing
This much power comes with a price and the SuperNOVA G2 1600W is no exception. This one will set you back $349.99 at MSRP. Doing some shopping will save you a bit and you might even be able to get it under the $300 mark. EVGA backs the unit with an unbeatable ten-year warranty. If that isn't putting their money where their mouth is, I don't know what else to say.
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Targeting Small to Medium-sized Business Markets, ViewSonic Launches the New Brighter and Smarter LightStream Projector Line
NSW, Sydney - May 21, 2015 - ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solution products, introduces its whole new LightStream Series featuring SuperColor technology for higher brightness levels and a true-to-life image projection in a sleek new form factor. These LightStream projector series also feature the exclusive SonicExpert technology and SonicMode sound system delivering higher volume and the absolute best-in-class sound quality that is perfect for users in small and medium-sized businesses.
Following a groundbreaking proprietary speaker transducer and chamber re-design, the LightStream projectors deliver full-range sound 20Hz - 20KHz for presentations or off-the-clock home entertainment. The compact speakers provide great quality sound with the best-fit Sound Response Curve, and high efficiency of transferring electric power to sound power. The 2-watt Cube speakers are powerful enough to fill your meeting room with wall-to-wall sound - an improvement over the speakers of competing products in the same class. The advanced PJD6 series projectors, equipped with 10-watt Cube speakers, also come with ViewSonic's SonicMode presets to deliver optimised audio performance for different scenarios.
ViewSonic's proprietary SuperColor 6-Segment Color Wheel maximises brightness increased by 15% or more with the highest color saturation over others in the same class and ensuring that users enjoy realistic and accurate colours. With an exclusive colour wheel design and dynamic lamp control capabilities, SuperColor Technology projects images with reliable and true-to-life colour performance, in both bright and dark environments, without sacrificing image quality. Striking an ideal balance, ViewSonic's SuperColor 6-Segment Color Wheel decreases the white segment that may cause washed out images, while increasing the yellow and cyan segments - for images that are both exceptionally bright and well-saturated.
Furthermore, the new ViewSonic LightStream series come in an impressive style combined with an intuitive interface, a sleek rear cover, and hidden compartments for a seamless, clean profile. LightStream projectors are easily identified by their unique dot texture and hair-line surface, while the brushed pattern prevents fingerprints and scratches. This clean, modern projector design makes a nice addition to any sophisticated atmosphere.
The new LightStream series projectors are now available with RRP ranging from $599 (AUD). For more information about ViewSonic LightStream series projectors, please visit http://www.viewsonic.com.au/LightStream or follow ViewSonic on Facebook.
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IGEL redefines the entry-level thin client as a powerful desktop access device with its new UD2 series
IGEL today redefined the entry-level thin client market category with its latest smaller, more powerful and energy saving UD2 series. Previewed at IP Expo in Manchester ahead of its official release in June, the new UD2 is equipped with the latest Intel Atom Bay Trail processor and delivers hardware accelerated multimedia as well as an overall 30% performance increase with less energy consumption.
"The demands of the end-user have increased pressure on IT Departments to deliver multimedia, web access and social media capabilities as part of a standard user desktop," said Simon Richards, IGEL Technology Managing Director for UK & Ireland. "In response to this customer demand, IGEL has completely redesigned its entry level devices. Today's "entry level" is now quicker with more connectivity than the "power user thin client" from just a short time ago. The new UD2 is an accelerated thin client, capable of handling the tasks of the vast majority of today's office and knowledge-based workers, at an appealing entry-level price. Combined with our software approach of open architecture, ease of management, German design and environmental credentials, no other thin client desktop comes close."
Customers will also benefit from improved connectivity with two digital monitor outputs (DVI-I and DVI-D) for working with two displays. In addition to the three USB ports (2.0), a fourth USB 3.0 port has been built in to ensure even faster data transmission. The outstanding price/performance ratio makes the UD2 the perfect entry-level device for modern virtual desktop computing. Whether browser-based CRM and ERP systems, Microsoft Office/Office 365 or the smooth playback of full-HD videos, the IGEL UD2 is able to provide users with a superior experience in the entry-level category.
The slim thin client is supported by an Intel Atom processor (1.46 GHz single core), Intel HD Graphics (64 - 256 MB shared) and 2 GB RAM (DDR3L) and is also in a class of its own when looking at price performance.
Despite its performance characteristics the energy consumption levels of the UD2 are outstanding. It consumes just 5 watts in operation and when in stand-by mode less than 1 watt.
Availability
The new IGEL UD2 and the identically constructed IGEL Zero Client series (IZ2) are designed for dedicated access to virtualized desktops via Citrix HDX, Microsoft RemoteFX or VMware Horizon (PCoIP) and will be available from mid June, when UK pricing will be confirmed.
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SilverStone SUGO series - Refinement of classic small form factor case SG12B
SilverStone's Sugo series, since its introduction in 2005, has been the de facto standard for which retail small form factor cases are defined. The introduction of SG12 is both a tribute and advancement to one of the most revered case designs within SilverStone product portfolio, the Sugo SG01. With classic shoebox proportion maintained, the SG12 continues to impress with its ability to accommodate many standard sized components such as ATX power supply and room for video cards up to 14.5 inches. For cooling, side intake fan size has been upgraded to 120mm from 80mm to help cope with future hardware demands. For storage, redesigned internal layout allows for installation of up to nine 2.5" drives. Finished with cleanly styled acrylic accent, the beautiful SG12 is a great case for anyone looking to build a compact workstation or a powerful small form factor gaming system.
- Built-in handle bar design for easy transport
- Support video cards of any length
- Ample space for CPU cooling (82mm in height)
- Micro-ATX motherboard & ATX PSU compatible
- Cleanly styled SFF chassis with modernized layout
- Amazing capacity for 2.5" drives
The recommended End User price (excl. VAT): 85,60 Euro
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STREACOM F12C PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT
The F12C is our first case designed to accept all standard ATX hardware, but of course being Streacom, the design is anything but standard. The ultra-minimalist exterior is made from 4mm thick premium grade extruded aluminium panels which are sandblast finished to create this simple but timeless design.
bays, making this case incredibly adaptable and configurable. Drives and fans can be mounted anywhere along both sides of the case and at
virtually any orientation. This allows you to mix, match and perfectly position drives and fans for optimal cooling and hardware compatibility.
There is an additional upper mounting rail which is designed for fans and water cooling radiators, and combined with side panel venting,
provides incredible amounts of cooling potential. Fan grills have been specially chosen to filter dust whilst maximising airflow and can all be externally removed for easy cleaning.
The open internal structure and flexible design allows for oversized PSU's, 310mm long expansion cards, and 140mm + 2x120mm water cooling whilst still maintaining a footprint of just 420x320x184mm, making it perfectly suited for the high-end home entertainment system.
For other information and pictures please visit our product page: http://www.streacom.com/products/f12c-chassis/
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UltraSoC and Teledyne LeCroy collaborate to unify debug and validation for system designers
UltraSoC and Teledyne LeCroy today announce that they will collaborate on debug and validation technologies to reduce time-to-market and overall development costs in a wide range of high-tech industries, from automotive and computer peripheral manufacture, to emerging IoT applications.
Teledyne LeCroy, the worldwide leader in protocol test solutions, delivers a range of hardware and software tools that enables engineers to verify, test, debug, and validate electronic system designs. UltraSoC provides silicon IP for data acquisition and analysis that can be "baked-in" to the complex semiconductor devices (System on Chip or SoC) at the heart of such designs. The combination of Teledyne LeCroy's ability to provide a high-level view of system behavior and UltraSoC's capabilities to offer visibility deep within the SoC creates a powerful toolset that allows the engineer to quickly and instinctively understand the system's operation, spot problems and devise solutions.
These joint developments will benefit designers of a broad range of end-products. For example, hard disk manufacturers could combine protocol analysis of the external system-level interfaces, such as SATA, gathered via one or more Teledyne LeCroy instruments, with data gathered internally to the drive's controller chip by UltraSoC's UltraDebug technology. This capability will enable system developers to track information, including time sensitive events, as it flows from one side of an interface to another and correlate it with internal software execution.
"Teledyne LeCroy is the leading name in protocol test; electronic design engineers around the world rely upon their solutions every day," said Rupert Baines, UltraSoC CEO. "We believe that the combination of UltraSoC and Teledyne LeCroy technology will put a powerful and unique capability in the hands of those engineers, not just making their job easier but also fostering innovation and problem-solving."
Joe Mendolia, Vice President of Marketing at Teledyne LeCroy, said: "Building dedicated debug and analytics IP into semiconductor devices dramatically eases the task of post-silicon validation and debug, one of the key bottlenecks in time-to-market today. UltraSoC's technology allows SoC designers to put together IP and processing cores from multiple vendors, with a unified on-chip analytics capability. Teledyne LeCroy's key strengths are clearly complementary - in acquiring, displaying, and contextualizing such data. We're delighted to be working together."
Loring Wirbel, Senior Analyst with The Linley Group, commented: "As systems are growing more complex but development resources are stretched, anything that can accelerate debug, integration and time-to-volume becomes critical. We are seeing SoC companies and end-users placing far greater emphasis on development and debug early on in the design flow. Partnerships like this can significantly help both chip development and system level debug, and are an essential tool for anyone planning a complex development".
Joint work by the two companies will build on the capabilities of Teledyne LeCroy's protocol analysis instruments, CrossSync and InSight tools, combining these with UltraSoC's UltraDebug technology.
The two companies will disclose further details of the collaboration at the upcoming 52nd Design Automation Conference (DAC) at San Francisco's Moscone Center, June 7 - 11, 2015 on UltraSoC's Booth (#3501).
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GIGABYTE Presents Its Latest Dual Socket Workstation Motherboard
GIGABYTE Technology, a leading creator of high performance server and workstation hardware, is happy to present today the MW70-3S0, its latest dual socket workstation motherboard based on the Intel C612 chipset. It joins the single socket MW50-SV0 to complement GIGABYTE's line of 2011-3 socket based workstation motherboards, and offers workstation builders a high-end product featuring the latest technologies and the most reliable components. The MW70-3S0 has been designed with flexibility in mind, through large memory, storage and PCI-Express platforms that will satisfy the most demanding performance requirements of professional workstation users.
With the support of 3-way NVIDIA SLI & AMD CrossFireX technologies, this board can support up to 3 GPU cards running at full PCI-Express Gen3 x16 bandwidth. It is therefore targeting workstation applications where a 4th GPU card doesn't bring any significant marginal output improvement. This product is an ideal motherboard to build workstations dedicated to computing and graphics intensive applications, such as:
- 3D modeling, rendering, animation, etc.
- Audio & video production
- Small scale scientific analysis & simulation
With an onboard LSI SAS 3008 controller, the MW70-3S0 supports up to 8 SAS drives running at 12Gb/s via two mini-SAS HD connectors. In addition to its ultra fast transfer rates, this controller is also capable of aggregating any SATA and SAS drives into a single 12Gb/s data stream thanks to the LSI DataBolt technology. Users can therefore enjoy a 12Gb/s speed while using lower grade 3Gb/s or 6Gb/s drives. This can bring a significant upgrade to a system without having to invest in new and expensive 12Gb/s SAS drives.
On Intel's previous server platforms, by design the maximum supported memory frequency has always been automatically downgraded the more DIMMs were being added on a server motherboard. As this trade-off between performance and capacity represents a dilemma to many memory-hungry server applications, GIGABYTE offers a unique solution. All the GIGABYTE boards based on the LGA 2011-3 socket support by default a maximum frequency of 2133 MHz in any memory configuration.
Easy BIOS Update
Because updating the version of a BIOS can be a troublesome experience, GIGABYTE has developed an integrated function (no utility to install) that lets you update the BIOS of your motherboard(s) :
- Without having to install CPU(s), memory, drives, operating system, etc.
- Without having to power on the system (but a power supply must be connected)
- One board at a time via our standard IPMI 2.0 web interface
- Multiple boards simultaneously via command line
Based on the Haswell microarchitecture, this Intel processor family features a whole new set of performance enhancing features over the previous generation. In addition to the usual boost in frequencies and core numbers, the Intel Xeon E5-2600 V3 family is the first in the server industry to support the brand new DDR4 memory technology.
Moreover, these processors include encryption performance overhead reduction features, and technologies improving run time and migration VM integrity.
DDR4 Server Memory Support
The Intel Xeon E5-2600 V3 family is the first generation of server processors to support exclusively the new DDR4 technology on the market. Still built on a quad-channel architecture, these new memory modules feature a increased stock frequency of up to 2133MHz and a lower voltage of 1.2V per module. Together, these two main improvements can not only deliver a large bandwidth performance boost to memory intensive applications, but also considerable energy savings to large scale server deployments.
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Arctic Starts Selling Thermal Pads You Cut to Shape
ARCTIC Thermal Pad bridges problem-free even large spaces. After multiple awards with its thermal pastes, ARCTIC is now offering thermal pads as well. As perfect gap filler the Thermal Pad provides an optimal heat transfer and bridges even large height differences and uneven surfaces.
That's maximum performance at a minimum effort, since the installation of the Thermal Pad is child's play - perfect for beginners. It does not contain any metallic particles, is electrically isolating and not capacitive. The handling is safe as contact with any electrical trace would not result in damage of any sort.
- Electrically non-conductive
- Thermal conductivity 6.0 W/mK
- Safe and easy handling
- Measures:
- o 50 x 50 x 0,5 mm | x 1 mm | x 1.5 mm
- o 145 x 145 x 0,5 mm | x 1 mm | x 1.5 mm
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CRYORIG Announces New Line of CUSTOMOD Covers and CRYO-Paste
Ahead of Taipei Computex in June, computer cooling innovator CRYORIG is releasing information of two new product lines, the CUSTOMOD line of customization accessories and a new line of CRYO-Paste thermal interfaces. These two new lines are one of the many new items that will be shown at CRYORIG's booth during the coming Computex beginning June 2nd, 2015.
The CUSTOMOD line will not end with the Covers for R1. CRYORIG plans on introducing many other colors and different coating finishes for the R1 and also for other heat sink models. The CUSTOMOD line will be a stand-alone accessory line for PC users that want the most options to switch and match their PC setup. Currently there are no plans to release fully colored heat sink products.
Working with some of the most well known PC Build/Mod Photographers in Europe, CRYORIG will be featuring the amazing work from Malik Customs, Kurpiewski Concept and many more, to show off the customization possibilities of the CUSTOMOD Covers for R1.
Also being released alongside the CUSTOMOD line of products during Computex will be three new CRYO-Paste thermal interface products, the CP5, CP7 and CP15. Each will feature different characteristics, and will be leveled based on Thermal Performance, Spread Ease and Particle Density. The CP5 will be the absolute best in Performance and Particle Density that CRYORIG has ever had. While CP7 will be a good combination of Performance and easy to apply and spread. The CP15 is extremely easy to apply and is perfect for entry level users. A mini spreader that's specially designed for CPU application is also included, as well as an alcohol pad to clean the CPU surface for a pristine application.
For more information, visit the product pages of CUSTOMOD R1 and Cryo Paste.
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Apple Introduces 15-inch MacBook Pro with Force Touch Trackpad & New $1,999 iMac
Apple today updated the 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display with the new Force Touch trackpad, faster flash storage, longer battery life and faster discrete graphics, delivering even more performance and capabilities to the MacBook Pro line. Apple also today introduced a new $1,999 configuration of the 27-inch iMac with Retina 5K display featuring a breathtaking 14.7 million pixel display, quad-core processors and AMD graphics, and lowered the price of the top-end iMac with Retina 5K display to $2,299.
The updated 15-inch MacBook Pro features the amazing Force Touch trackpad that brings a new dimension of interactivity to the Mac. With built-in force sensors and a Taptic Engine that delivers haptic feedback, the Force Touch trackpad allows you to click anywhere with a uniform feel and customize the amount of pressure needed to register each click. The new trackpad supports a range of new gestures, including the new Force click, and APIs are available for third-party developers to incorporate Force Touch capabilities into their apps. The updated 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display also features up to 2.5 times faster flash storage than the previous generation, with throughput up to 2GBps, and offers an additional hour of battery life, with up to 9 hours of wireless web browsing and up to 9 hours of iTunes movie playback. In addition, MacBook Pro with Retina display discrete graphics deliver up to 80 percent faster performance using new AMD Radeon R9 M370X graphics for editing video in Final Cut Pro X, rendering 3D images in pro graphics apps or playing high-resolution games.
With a resolution of 5120 x 2880, the new $1,999 iMac with Retina 5K display has 67 percent more pixels than a 4K display, and features a 3.3 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor with Turbo Boost Speeds up to 3.7 GHz and AMD Radeon R9 M290 graphics. The new iMac also includes 8GB of memory and 1TB of storage, as well as four USB 3.0 ports and two Thunderbolt 2 ports that deliver up to 20Gbps each, twice the bandwidth of the previous generation. The top-end iMac with Retina 5K display now starts at $2,299 and features a 3.50 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor with Turbo Boost speeds up to 3.90 GHz, AMD Radeon R9 M290X graphics and a 1TB Fusion Drive.
Photos, iMovie and GarageBand, and iWork come free with every new Mac. Photos for OS X keeps your growing photo and video collection automatically organized, easy to navigate and accessible across all of your compatible Apple devices using iCloud Photo Library. iMovie lets you easily create beautiful movies, and you can use GarageBand to make new music or learn to play piano or guitar. The iWork suite of Pages, Numbers and Keynote makes it easy to create, edit and share stunning documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Pages, Numbers and Keynote for iCloud let you create a document on iPhone or iPad, edit it on your Mac and collaborate with friends, even if they are on a PC.
Pricing & Availability
The updated 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display is available today through the Apple Online Store (www.apple.com), Apple's retail stores and select Apple Authorized Resellers with a 2.2 GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 processor with Turbo Boost speeds up to 3.4 GHz, 16GB of memory, 256GB of flash storage and Intel Iris Pro graphics starting at $1,999 (US); and with a 2.5 GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 processor with Turbo Boost speeds up to 3.7 GHz, 16GB of memory, 512GB of flash storage and AMD Radeon R9 M370X graphics starting at $2,499 (US). Configure-to-order options include faster quad-core Intel Core i7 processors up to 2.8 GHz with Turbo Boost speeds up to 4.0 GHz and flash storage up to 1TB. Additional technical specifications, configure-to-order options and accessories are available online at http://www.apple.com/macbook-pro.
The new 27-inch iMac with Retina 5K display is available today through the Apple Online Store (www.apple.com), Apple's retail stores and select Apple Authorized Resellers with a 3.3 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor with Turbo Boost Speeds up to 3.7 GHz, AMD Radeon R9 M290 graphics and 1TB of storage starting at $1,999 (US). The top-end iMac now starts at $2,299 (US) and features a 3.5 GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor with Turbo Boost speeds up to 3.9 GHz, AMD Radeon R9 M290X graphics and a 1TB Fusion Drive. Configure-to-order options include faster quad-core Intel Core i7 processors up to 4.0 GHz with Turbo Boost speeds up to 4.4 GHz and flash storage up to 1TB.
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Elcomsoft Phone Viewer Receives an Important Update
ElcomSoft Co. Ltd. updates Elcomsoft Phone Viewer, a tool allowing for mobile forensic experts viewing information contained in mobile backups. Version 1.1 comes with major performance improvements, and supports extra-large Messages and Calls databases with thousands entries. In addition, the newly added searching and filtering functions enable convenient navigation through Contacts, Calls, Notes and Messages, allowing experts to quickly locate entries of interest.
"We made Elcomsoft Phone Viewer not only faster, but a lot more usable", says Vladimir Katalov, ElcomSoft CEO. "The tool's selling points are its small size, fast speed and the ultimate ease of use compared to full-scale mobile forensic suites. In this release, we further developed on the strengths of the product, making it even faster and more convenient than ever before."
What's New in Elcomsoft Phone Viewer
Elcomsoft Phone Viewer 1.1 offers a list of major performance and usability improvements, adds support for latest iOS and BlackBerry versions, supports group chats, and implements convenient searching and filtering in many fields. Major improvements include:
1. Stark performance boost when viewing Messages and Calls databases with thousands of entries.
2. Near-instant full-text search through Calls, Messages, Notes and Contacts.
3. Convenient filtering of Contacts and Messages enables locating items of interest in a snap.
4. Picture support for iOS and BlackBerry 10 messages.
5. Background check for updates notifies about available updates as soon as they become available.
About Elcomsoft Phone Viewer
Elcomsoft Phone Viewer is a compact, fast and easy to use mobile forensic tool to enable experts viewing information stored in unprotected local and cloud backups. Supporting backups produced by popular Apple, BlackBerry and Windows Phone devices, tool offers access to contacts, messages, call logs, notes and calendar, and allows viewing information about the device. The small, inexpensive tool offers a simple and convenient user interface that matches the usage experience of Elcomsoft Phone Breaker, thus requiring no additional learning curve.
Elcomsoft Phone Viewer is a perfect tool when time is the ultimate priority. By using Elcomsoft Phone Viewer together with other ElcomSoft tools such as Elcomsoft Phone Breaker, investigators can save time by reviewing essential bits of information in just a few moments. By quickly download selective information from Apple iCloud with Elcomsoft Phone Breaker and viewing acquired information in Elcomsoft Phone Viewer, investigators can obtain essential information about the suspect such as their calls, messages, address books and location history in a matter of minutes.
The tool supports all of the following formats:
iOS: Local iTunes backups as well as iCloud backups downloaded with Elcomsoft Phone Breaker produced with all versions of iOS up to 8.3 and with all Apple devices including the latest iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.
Windows Phone 8 and 8.1: Information downloaded from Microsoft cloud with Elcomsoft Phone Breaker
BlackBerry 10: Elcomsoft Phone Viewer is one of the very few tools capable of displaying BlackBerry 10 backups.
Pricing and Availability
Elcomsoft Phone Viewer is available immediately. At this time, the Standard edition is the only one available. The Standard edition of Elcomsoft Phone Viewer is available to North American customers for $79.
System Requirements
At this time, Elcomsoft Phone Viewer is only available for Windows PCs; a Mac version is in development. Future releases will include the ability to access app-specific data as well as information extracted with Elcomsoft iOS Forensic Toolkit via physical acquisition.
Elcomsoft Phone Viewer runs in 32-bit and 64-bit editions of Windows Vista, Windows 7, 8, 8.1, as well as Windows 2003, 2008 and 2012 Server. Elcomsoft Phone Viewer operates without Apple iTunes or BlackBerry Desktop Software being installed.
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ABC Radio Extends ABC News Affiliation Agreement with Tribune/WGN Radio
ABC Radio announced today an extension of their ABC News affiliation agreement with Tribune/WGN Radio to include an expansion of shared editorial resources in the Chicago market. In conjunction with this announcement, WGN Radio's Ryan Burrow will be a contributor to ABC News Radio and report from Chicago and around the country.
"Ryan Burrow is a talented award-winning reporter who understands how to tell stories that capture an audience's interest," said Steve Jones, Vice President and General Manager of ABC News Radio. "Through ABC News Radio's expanded partnership with Tribune Media's WGN Radio Chicago, Ryan will cover stories of interest to our national audience from across the Midwest region and around the country."
A journalist with over a decade of experience, Burrow joined Tribune/WGN earlier this month from WLS in Chicago. Throughout his career, he's reported on a wide range of national news stories from the Washington, D.C. area sniper shootings and the 50th anniversary of the birth of rock 'n' roll to presidential campaigns and the 2012 NATO Summit. A native of Chicago, Burrow received his undergraduate degree at Valparaiso University in 2002 and his master's in Journalism from DePaul University in 2013.
"Ryan is truly one of the brightest young journalists in multimedia. We're thrilled to have him in the WGN family and expand our partnership with ABC News Radio," said Todd Manley, Vice President for Content & Programming of WGN Radio.
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OWC Announces Availability of Memory with up to 32GB for Latest Apple iMac with Retina 5K Display, Savings of up to $300 vs. Factory
Other World Computing (OWC®) http://www.macsales.com, a leading zero emissions Mac upgrade and storage technology company, announced today the immediate availability of the OWC Memory Upgrade Kits with up to 32GB for the new configuration of the Apple iMac 27" with Retina 5K display.
The new iMac configuration comes with a 3.3GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of memory, a 1TB hard drive and a 5K Retina display, for a price of $1,999.00. OWC offers memory upgrade kits of 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB, which offer savings up to $300 over comparable factory options. Like all OWC memory upgrade kits, a 'how-to' install video and OWC lifetime limited warranty are included.
One of the Easiest Upgrades for Your iMac
Just like the original iMac model, a memory access panel on the rear of the newly announced iMac ejects via a simple push button located above the power input. Adding more memory is fast and simply involves installing new modules into the memory slots and reinstalling the access panel. Mac performance experts recommend selecting the least amount of factory installed RAM when ordering any iMac, taking advantage of significant cost savings by choosing OWC memory.
Savings up to $300 Compared to Factory Upgrade
New iMac owners seeking to max-out their RAM can select the 32GB OWC memory upgrade from OWC and save $300 compared to the 32GB factory cost of $600. For even more savings, iMac with Retina 5K display owners can trade-in the two factory base 4GB memory modules.
OWC Memory Upgrade Options for Latest 2015 27" iMac:
- 8GB (2 x 4GB) PC3-12800 1600 MHz Upgrade Kit with Lifetime Limited Warranty. $74.99
- Doubles the standard memory to 16GB for only $74.99, 62.5% savings vs. factory
- 16GB (2 x 8GB) PC3-12800 DDR3L 1600MHz Upgrade Kit with Lifetime Limited Warranty. $154.99
- Triples the standard memory to 24GB for only $154.99 for 22.5% less vs. factory 16GB
- 32GB (4 x 8GB) PC3-12800 DDR3L 1600MHz Upgrade Kit with Lifetime Limited Warranty. $299.99
- Offers 50% savings vs. factory installed 32GB option for the maximum installed memory.
OWC - The Trusted Name in Mac Memory
OWC memory upgrades are available for nearly every current and past Apple notebook and desktop computer manufactured during the past two decades, including Mac Pro Xeon, iMac, MacBook, MacBook Pro, Power Mac, Xserve, iBook, and PowerBook computers. By maintaining an active state-of-the-art test lab, OWC ensures its memory upgrades offer the highest product quality and reliability, backing them with an OWC Lifetime Advance Replacement Program and 30 Day Money Back Guarantee.
The full line of OWC Memory Upgrades for Apple Mac desktop, towers, and laptops, as well as an easy to use, point and click compatibility guide for the correct upgrades for each specific Apple model, can be found online at: http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/apple/memory/.
Storage Upgrade Options Extend to 8TB
Apple iMac owners can also upgrade their iMac to 8.0TB of storage with an OWC iMac drive upgrade kit, which maintain correct system fan control with the OWC in-line digital thermal sensor. OWC hard drive upgrade kits include the OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor, which works though the iMac's System Management Controller to reduce fan noise and maintain proper system fan control and are currently offered for all iMac models from 2009 to current.
The OWC Trust Advantage®
- Over 25 years of product design and innovation
- OWC tested for compatibility, speed, and reliability
- Comprehensive step-by-step installation and support videos
- 24/7 award-winning, U.S.-based technical support
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ETL Systems to showcase full range of RF over Fibre products at CommunicAsia 2015
Leading manufacturer of RF distribution equipment and British-based global designer ETL Systems has expanded its RF over fibre product range addressing outdoor applications with its new weatherproof, outdoor unit (ODU).
Following significant orders for matrices from Grus TV in Hong Kong, splitters from Precision Technologies in Singapore, StingRay Fibre system expansions from Paradise Communications in Indonesia and component units from a Thai satellite operator, ETL will bring an extensive range of RF products to this year's CommunicAsia.
This will include ETL's StingRay RF over Fibre indoor and outdoor units, with hot-swap RF over fibre modules, for short distance links (up to 10km) between satellite dishes and the teleport.
The new outdoor enclosure boasts increased reliability and resilience in order to function effectively outdoors, with an IP65 weatherproof enclosure.
Also on display will be the Dextra series of L-band splitters and combiners, which are available in four, eight and 16 way configurations. The Dextra range offers excellent resilience with dual PSU's and a dual amplifier option, as well as extensive remote control and monitoring facilities.
The extremely compact, 16U high, 128x128 Vulcan switch matrix/router, offers hot-swap capabilities for reliability in service and continuous monitoring, and Alto variable gain line amplifiers, which feature variable slope compensation and redundancy options, will also be available to view.
With 25 years' experience in designing award-winning equipment, ETL is recognised internationally for its superior quality and professional one-to-one service offering. Dedicated in-house engineers specialise in originating innovative RF design concepts, and enhancing existing products.
Demonstrations at CommunicAsia 2015
New: ETL Systems' StingRay Fibre Solution - Building on existing RF expertise, the new range provides a unique design for high isolation applications.
"This is the most compact unit of its kind on the market, capable of fitting the greatest number of hot-swap transmit and receive fibre modules in the smallest space," said Dr Esen Bayar, Technical Director of ETL Systems. "We have focused on excellent module to module isolation and this StingRay fibre chassis helps satellite teleports with transition distances up to 10km."
New: ETL Systems' Dextra Splitters and Combiners
A new range of web-enabled professional splitters and combiners to cover the L-band frequency range will be available to view at CommunicAsia. The new Dextra series includes 4-way and 8-way splitters and combiners in both single and dual configurations and 16-way splitters and combiners, available as single units. The range offers consistently excellent RF performance, including high linearity and low noise figure, and outperforms some of the more expensive models available.
ETL Systems' "V series" matrix family
ETL's "V series" matrix family includes the 128x128 Vulcan Matrix (Model VCN-10) which is an extremely compact matrix used for many high-resilience, high-performance applications. Other matrices in the V family include the 64 x 64 Vortex Matrix, the 32 x 32 Enigma matrix, the 16 x 32 Valiant Matrix and the 16x16 Victor Matrix.
The Vulcan's compact configuration offers a cost effective solution for larger RF routing systems. It is housed in a 16U 19" rack enclosure and has extensive on-board monitoring and reporting of RF card amplifier status, CPU and PSU status and HMI communications.
New: ETL Systems' Alto Amplifier
The Alto family includes 4, 8 and 16 module options with variable gain and can be remotely controlled via Ethernet and web browser interface. New options include 1+1 and 4+2 redundancy chassis options. The design of the amplifier is modular, allowing hot-swap of amplifiers and power supplies, and can be controlled locally and monitored via the front panel display with simplified push buttons. It is designed for the front end RF chain and provides amplification and slope compensation from cable loss for teleports and TVRO and head-ends.
To arrange a demo at CommunicAsia 2015, find out more about ETL's new projects, or for any further information please contact louis.peake@proactive-pr.com.
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Press Release SilverStone Case FTZ01
- Classic exterior built from aluminum unibody frame
- Supports video card up to 13 inches
- Mini-ITX motherboard & SFX PSU compatible
- Maximum performance in slim form factor with support for liquid cooling*
- Positive air pressure design for excellent cooling/quietness and dust-prevention
- Fits in nearly any environment with horizontal or vertical orientation
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Seven Logitech Products Recognized With International Design Awards
Today Logitech announced that seven of its products have been honored with International Design Awards. The Logitech® G402 Hyperion Fury Ultra-Fast FPS Gaming Mouse and the Logitech® ConferenceCam Connect both won Gold, the Logitech® G302 Daedalus Prime MOBA Gaming Mouse, the Logitech® Keys-To-Go and Ultimate Ears' UE MEGABOOM were each awarded Silver, and the Logitech® AnyAngle took home Bronze. In addition, the Logitech® Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard K480 took home a Silver and Bronze in two of the International Design Award categories.
"Our hard work is paying off; we've taken home more than 50 design award wins in the past 16 months alone," said Bracken Darrell, Logitech president and CEO. "Logitech strives to be a leading company in technology, but one with design at its core. Our goal is to bring products to market that consumers love."
Each year, the International Design Awards honors legendary design visionaries and uncovers new talent in architecture, interior, product, and graphic and fashion design. This year, IDA juries examined 1,000 entries from 52 countries and chose winners based on achievements in design, creativity, usability and innovation.
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Innodisk Announces Ultra-Reliable DRAM-less SSDs with High IOPS for Embedded Applications
Innodisk, the service-driven flash provider, announces an update of its 3ME embedded flash series with the launch of the new 3ME3 DRAM-less SSDs for industrial, embedded and enterprise applications. The 3ME3 series of SSDs offers strong real-world performance in sequential and random I/O using custom firmware and synchronous NAND. The DRAM-less design achieves 100% data integrity in the face of power loss and allows space saving form factors including mSATA, M.2, SATADOM, CFast, and SATA Slim.
DRAM-less design not only prevents data loss from sudden power failure, but makes for a smaller SSD. The 3ME3 series is able to pack a reliable and high performance SSD into small form factors. The absence of volatile memory buffers means power loss is easily handled by Innodisk's iDataGuard technology.
Real World Performance
A new generation of custom firmware along with the use of synchronous NAND flash allows Innodisk to achieve high real-world performance. Moving to a page based algorithm for fine-grained wear leveling and write optimization lets the 3ME3 series to achieve 10/20K Random IOPS.
Industrial Reliability
The 3ME3 series is ready for industrial usage with wide operating temperature range from -40° to 85°C. The new generation of 3ME3 firmware also enhances service life, with write amplification reduced to a WAF of 3.67 under a JESD218 randomized enterprise workload.
Product Availability
The 3ME3 series comes is available for ordering from Innodisk distributors starting Q3, 2015 in capacities up to 256GB. Form factors include SATADOM, mSATA, M.2(NGFF), CFast, and SATA Slim（MO-297).
Features
- DRAM-less SSD for 100% data integrity
- IDataGuard power protection
- 10/20K Random IOPS
- Synchronous NAND for high real-world performance
- mSATA, M.2, SATADOM, CFast, and SATA Slim form factors
- New generation of firmware improves performance and service life
- Wide Operating Temperature from -40° to 85°C
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FSP Enters Energy Storage Systems with EMERGY Series Portable Home Batteries
FSP, the performance power specialist, announces a new line of Energy Storage System (ESS) products. The EMERGY 3000 Series comes in 2.6kWh (Li-ion) or 1.7kWh (Lithium Iron Phosphate) models and the EMERGY 1000 Series provides 900Wh (Li-Ion) of portable power. As a home battery, the fast-charging EMERGY series excels at solar power storage and emergency power delivery. With their portable suitcase design they also function well as a clean and noiseless power pack for camping, outdoor concerts and events, emergency response and more.
Home Battery System
Home batteries not only provide backup power when power is lost, but let users save money on their energy bill. With fast charge times, the EMERGY series lets users store power at cheap off-peak rates to use during peak hours and save money on their energy bills. With built-in UPS circuitry, the EMERGY series also excels as a backup power source and clean alternative to a backup generator switching on automatically when the electricity goes out to keep refrigerators and appliances running smoothly until power is restored.
Solar Power Battery
The EMERGY series batteries solve the supply and demand problem with solar power by saving power generated during daylight hours for use at night when sun goes down. The EMERGY series features built-in solar charging capability, fast charging design, and is compatible with standard and FSP solar panels. In about 2.5 hours, the 900Wh EMERGY 1000 Series charges enough solar power to run a 42" LCD TV for 4 hours, and the larger capacity EMERGY 3000 Series charges fully in just about 4.5 hours for 1.7kWh system on solar. EMERGY lets users save daylight energy for nighttime use.
Portable Power Pack
With high energy density and a compact wheeled suitcase design, the EMERGY series is much more than a home battery. The 42×23×37cm EMERGY 1000 Series and 39×22×68cm EMERGY 3000 Series are compact and portable enough to take along and provide power for camping and outdoor events, emergency response, and remote power needs. High power efficiency means silent fanless operation. Easy to charge with standard AC power, they provide an Eco-friendly and quiet alternative to noisy gas powered generators.
Computex ESS Lineup
The EMERGY 3000 and 1000 Series will be demoed by FSP in a smart home installation at Computex 2015 in Taipei. FSP will also showcase its upcoming ION MATE Series for commercial and industrial markets. The ION MATE Series is a commercial energy storage system coming in 5.3kWh, 7.9kWh and 10.5kWh capacities. It is particularly noteworthy that 10kWh electricity of coming from Renewable Energy can supply daily use for a family. That means ION MATE Series is for Green Power, Intelligence House.
Pricing and Availability
The EMERGY 3000 Series comes in a 2.6kWh Lithium Ion(DP2615ADN/EZN) version retailing for $3,300 and 1.7kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate(DP1715JDF) version for $4500. The EMERGY 1000 Series comes with a 900Wh Li-Ion battery(PP0915ADN/EZN) and retails for $2,100. Optional accessories include 40×108cm portable 50W solar panels sold in sets of 3 for $630. Both EMERGY 3000 Series and EMERGY 1000 Series are available to order starting today.
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RazerStore Grand Opening Halted Due To Overcrowding!
The opening of the new Razerstore purportedly drew thousands of fans from Taiwan and abroad, including the United States, Europe and Asia, which resulted in a line forming many hours before the store opening.
While Syntrend provided extensive security support for the event, the magnitude of people drawn to the mall for Razer's retail event were expected to exceed capacity, potentially taxing crowd control resources and impacting other tenants of the mall.
Razer will comply with Syndrend's request to suspend its previously planned activities this weekend. As a result, free Nabu X wearables will not be distributed to the first 250 visitors in line each day, May 16 and May 17.
The new Razerstore Taipei will still be open and operating during normal business hours this Saturday and Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Razer community team on location plans to issue swag on a discretionary basis, honoring fans who come equipped with Razer gear, such as Razer Kraken headphones, shirts, bags and the likes.
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The popular Define R5 case is back in ALL black!
The Fractal Design Define R5 Blackout Edition is the next evolution in the widely popular Define Series. Packed with intelligently designed enthusiast-oriented features delivering a silent case with powerful and expansive air and liquid cooling support, presented in a stunning Scandinavian inspired construction.
The Define R5 Blackout Edition was designed with configurability in mind, accommodating up to 8 hard drives and all modern video card. Should you wish to expand your system with water cooling components or more fans the layout can easily be configured to meet your demand.
- Black PCI slot covers
- Black HDD trays and HDD tray clips
- Black SSD brackets
- White power LED
- All black Dynamic GP-14 fans
- Tinted window
The Define R5 Blackout Edition, with a solid side panel which includes an additional fan mount or ModuVent option.
The Define R5 Blackout Edition Window, which features a tinted window side panel to proudly show off your build.
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Incredible Comes to New York: ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih Announces Availability of ZenFone 2 in North America
ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih today introduced ZenFone 2 and the latest ZenBook models to the United States and Canada at the Incredible Comes to New York press event. Hosted at the sophisticated and stylish Gotham Hall in Manhattan, the event showcased a line-up of meticulously-crafted products in their North American debut and featured a stunning acrobatic dance performance creatively highlighting photography with ZenFone 2.
"ZenFone 2 has been incredibly popular with consumers in Asia and Europe, and we are very excited to bring this empowering luxury to North America," said Mr. Shih. "Striking the perfect balance of beauty, functionality, and performance, ZenFone 2 embodies every aspect of the ASUS In Search of Incredible brand spirit to provide an unparalleled experience to users." Aicha Evans, Intel Corporate Vice President and General Manager of the Communication and Devices Group, joined Mr. Shih onstage in celebration of the long-term partnership between the two companies. "We are excited to support ASUS in bringing the popular ZenFone 2 to North America," said Ms. Evans. "We are proud that our long-standing relationship with ASUS continues to deliver innovation. With the ZenFone 2, people will have a great mobile experience in an affordable and sleek form factor, enabled by the 64-bit Intel Atom processor together with Intel's LTE-Advanced XMM 7260 modem for fast and reliable cellular speeds."
Also making an appearance at the event was digital artist and Instagram sensation Robert Jahns, who endorsed the ZenFone 2 See What Others Can't See photography campaign, a global campaign designed to showcase the advantages of ZenFone 2's PixelMaster camera technology.
ASUS ZenFone 2 is available in black, red, gray and silver.
See What Others Can't See - ASUS ZenFone 2
ZenFone 2 is the new flagship smartphone in the hugely-successful ASUS ZenFone family, featuring an all-new design, 13MP PixelMaster camera, and uncompromising performance delivered by a 64-bit Intel Atom Z3580 ('Moorefield') processor with up to 4GB RAM. An Intel LTE-Advanced modem provides ultra-fast and reliable 4G/LTE connectivity. Building on the success of ZenFone and leveraging a quarter-century of engineering accomplishments, the highly-anticipated ZenFone 2 provides a wealth of exciting new features and a refined ASUS ZenUI experience to deliver a new level of empowering luxury for everyone.
ZenFone 2 has a gorgeous, all-new design that employs iconic Zen design elements, such as a sleek, brushed-metal finish and concentric-circle detailing, and introduces new refinements, including a graceful curved case that tapers to an incredibly-thin 0.15 inch at the edges. The exclusive Ergonomic Arc design provides a comfortable, secure grip, and features an intuitively-placed volume-control key on the rear of the phone within easy reach of the user's index finger. The 5.5-inch Full HD IPS screen has a large 72% screen-to-body ratio that provides a maximized viewing experience, while reducing ZenFone 2's overall size.
ZenFone 2's 13MP PixelMaster camera with its f/2.0 wide-aperture lens lets users quickly and easily capture beautiful, high-resolution photos with zero shutter-lag. Camera features, including Low Light mode, Backlight (Super HDR) mode, and Super Resolution mode, ensure incredible photos even in dimly lit situations.
ZenFone 2 has a 3000mAh battery that provides more than enough power to get through the day, and it also features BoostMaster[1] fast-charge technology for dramatically-reduced recharge times.
World's slimmest 13.3-inch QHD+ ultraportable - ASUS ZenBook UX305
ZenBook UX305 has a subtle and refined new shape that incorporates the DNA of the classic ZenBook. It features an elegantly-tapered design with smooth, comfortable edges and diamond-cut highlights that subtly emphasize the sleekness of the 0.48inch-thin case - and it weighs just 2.64lbs. The UX305 is available in crystal white, champagne gold and obsidian stone black.
ZenBook UX305 is powered by an Intel Core M processor, a remarkably power-efficient processor designed for ultra slim devices that effortlessly delivers smooth performance. In combination with up to 8GB of RAM and an ultra-fast up to 512GB SSD, UX305 delivers impressive all-round performance for daily computing. A stunning ultraportable needs a display that's out of the ordinary, so ZenBook UX305 is fitted with an ultra-sharp 13.3-inch in-plane switching (IPS) multi-touch display with an up to QHD+ resolution of 3200 x 1800 pixels and wide viewing angles. This display has five times (5X) the resolution of a standard HD display, and features an amazing pixel density of 276PPI for crisp, vivid and lifelike images and video. With 300cd/m2 brightness, a contrast ratio of 770:1 and an ergonomic anti-glare coating, blacks are deep, whites are stunningly pure, and the wide color gamut (72% NTSC) ensures accurate colors.
ZenBook UX305 is also equipped with three SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports for data transfers that are up to ten times (10X) faster than USB 2.0. One of the USB ports supports ASUS Charger+ technology for rapid recharging of mobile devices. A USB-to-Ethernet adapter is bundled with UX305, along with a mini DisplayPort-to-VGA adapter - enabling easy connection to an external monitor.
A perfect blend of power, elegance and performance - ASUS ZenBook Pro UX501
At the heart of ZenBook Pro UX501 is the ultra-powerful quad-core Intel Core i7-4720HQ processor, providing effortless performance for any task. With a massive 16GB of RAM, multitasking is super-smooth and there's plenty of processing horsepower in reserve for even the most intensive number-crunching tasks.
ZenBook Pro UX501 also features the amazing new NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M graphics-processing unit (GPU) for gaming-grade graphics performance. With up to 4GB of fast GDDR5 video memory, users enjoy silky-smooth 4K/UHD video playback, effortless 3D rendering, and immersive gaming with ultra-high frame rates.
ASUS VisualMaster displays set the standard for laptops, incorporating some of the very latest technology to give users unrivaled visual clarity and detail. ZenBook Pro UX501 has a 15.6-inch multi-touch display with a pin-sharp 4K/UHD 3860 x 2160 resolution - four times (4X) higher than Full HD - and an incredible pixel density of 282PPI for stunningly-detailed and lifelike images. IPS technology with wide 178-degree viewing angles ensures that colors and contrast are not degraded from any viewing position.
Ultra-fast storage is essential for fast boot times and effortless file operations, so ZenBook Pro UX501 is available with the world's fastest SSD. With a PCI Express (PCIe) x4 interface and up to 512GB capacity, the read/write speeds of up to 1400MB/s are twice as fast as competing PCIe x2 models, and 16 times (16X) faster than common SATA 6.0Gbit/s hard disk drives. And with no moving parts, ZenBook Pro UX501's SSD is both reliable and totally silent.
An advanced thermal-management system combined with ZenBook Pro UX501's 96Wh lithium-polymer battery means that users won't need to find a mains-power outlet for up to six hours - and even beyond..
AVAILABILITY & PRICING
ASUS ZenFone 2 will be available in red, black, gray and silver from May 19th, 2015, costing $199 for the 2GB RAM/1.8GHz version with 16GB storage and an Intel Atom Z3560 processor, or $299 for the 4GB RAM/2.3GHz version with 64GB storage, an Intel Atom Z3580 processor and a BoostMaster charger. It will be available to order from Amazon.com, B&H, Groupon.com and NewEgg.com in the US and NewEgg.ca, NCIX.com, Canada Computer and Memory Express in Canada.
For further product information, please visit: http://www.asus.com/us/Phones/ZenFone_2_ZE551ML/
[1] Requires optional BoostMaster charger
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