12 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Fractal Design Node 804 Micro ATX Chassis Announced

The Node 804 is a Micro ATX chassis which focuses on cooling performance and maximum configurability, all packed in an interesting new form factor with an elegant design. The dual chamber layout separates hot running components from the cooler ones and allows unrestricted airflow over the motherboard, processor and graphic cards. The case comes with three Silent Series R2 120mm fans but can be upgraded with an additional 7 fans if desired. There are also plenty of options for placing water cooling components, tall heat sinks and hard drives. The flexibility of this case really gives the user the possibility to create their optimal system build. Key features Highly effective dual chamber case layout for best possible cooling. Minimalistic design […]

12 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Amped Wireless REC15A WI-FI Range Extender Introduced

Industry’s first high power, compact 802.11ac range extender, the REC15A boosts Wi-Fi signal extending it up to 5,000 square feet Amped Wireless, the leading manufacturer of high power, long-range wireless solutions for the home and office, today announced the availability of its REC15A High Power Compact 802.11ac Wi-Fi Range Extender. The discreet, wall-plug unit extends the signal of any standard 802.11a/b/g/n or ac Wi-Fi router by repeating, amplifying, and redistributing the signal in a new extended location, such as a far bedroom, backyard, or upstairs office. The Amped Wireless difference starts with High Power technology. Standard Wi-Fi devices have an output power of a mere 50 milliwatts (mW). While the REC15A packs up to 500 milliwatts (mW) of Wi-Fi output […]

11 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUSTOR Enterprise Class 7 Series Models Unveiled at CeBIT 2014

ASUSTOR exhibiting full range of network storage solutions designed for both home and business use, featuring excellent price to performance ratios. New ADM 2.2 operating system features comprehensive Windows ACL support, integration of cloud storage services Google Drive and HiDrive, exclusive SearchlightTM search engine, 2-way backup and mission mode, revolutionary MyArchive technology, innovative ASUSTOR Portal, Mail Server, Photo Gallery, Surveillance Center, Takeasy, AiMusic, AiWatch and AiPhoto mobile apps and Download Helper web browser add-on. ASUSTOR will be exhibiting in Hall 17, D23 from March 10th 2014 to March 14th 2014. ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, is showcasing its unique series of NAS devices at CeBIT 2014 in Hannover, Germany. ASUSTOR’s 2/3/6 series devices come […]

11 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BRAVEN BRV-X TrueWireless Outdoor Speaker Launched

Award-Winning HD speaker wirelessly pairs with a second unit to deliver left and right stereo sound both indoors and outdoors BRAVEN announces the immediate availability of the BRV-X, the world’s first rugged Bluetooth speaker featuring TrueWireless™ technology and an exclusive frequency tuning ability to maximize sound quality and volume in indoor and outdoor environments. BRAVEN’s TrueWireless™ technology enables easy wireless pairing with a second BRV-X for an amazing left and right stereo sound using two BRV-X speakers. Designed for sports and outdoor enthusiasts, the BRAVEN BRV-X takes the next step in outdoor HD wireless speaker design by combining the latest in audio technology with the ruggedness needed to withstand drops, bumps, rain and more. Perfect for beach outings, camping trips […]

11 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Kinivo’s M2 Speakers Debut

Kinivo’s new M2 Bluetooth-enabled 2.1 speaker system delivers robust base and superior performance at an affordable price Via Max Borges Agency Kinivo, producer of quality mobile accessories, is helping you move into the world of wireless with the new M2 Bluetooth-enabled 2.1 speaker system for the home or office. The M2 packs room-filling sound into two compact, sleek speakers that communicate with the system’s active subwoofer, producing superior, deep bass, which can be discreetly hidden and controlled remotely. Designed for simple setup and to seamlessly blend with any home or office décor, the M2 speaker features a smooth black finish with a hint of copper accent on the subwoofer’s volume controls. Kinivo’s new home entertainment system or office audio staple […]

10 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Addonics 6G RAID Tower Family of External Storage Solutions Unveiled

Ideal for Video Storage and Large Data Apps Addonics Technologies (www.addonics.com) today announced the 6G RAID Tower family of external storage solutions, which connect multiple drives to any system at 6Gbps speed. Prices start at $189. The new Addonics solution is ideal for video storage or large data applications. It is a simple way to expand the storage capacity of servers or any computing equipment with terabytes of storage space without sacrificing the full speed capability of the high performance hard drive or SSD. Depending on the model, as much as 60 terabytes can be installed into one 6G RAID Tower. With the exception of the RAID Tower Mini, which uses a simple screw mount, drives are added or removed […]

10 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

G.SKILL F3-2133C11D-16GRSL DDR3L SO-DIMM 2133MHz 16GB Memory Kit Announced

With validation screen on GIGABYTE BRIX Pro G.SKILL International Co. Ltd., the leading high performance memory designer and manufacturer, is excited to announce the release of a high performance, high capacity DDR3L SO-DIMM 16GB (2x8GB) memory kit at 2133MHz! Requiring only 1.35V of low operating voltage with a timing of 11-11-11-31, this Ripjaws SO-DIMM memory kit will provide a much needed performance boost to your small form factor PC or high performance laptop. The following is a test screenshot completed on the GIGABYTE BRIX Pro (GB-BXi7-4770R), showing fast processing and stable performance. Dubbed the F3-2133C11D-16GRSL, this Ripjaws DDR3L SO-DIMM memory kit is best used with the latest Intel i5 and i7 Haswell processors. Let the overclocking continue! About G.SKILL Established […]

8 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Roku Streaming Stick Player Announced

Tiny Player Packs Complete TV Streaming Experience with Best Entertainment Selection, TV User Interface Featuring Roku Search; Wi-Fi Remote and Mobile Control Options Roku Inc. today announced the new Roku® Streaming Stick™ (HDMI® version), a tiny Roku player that gives consumers the easiest way to enjoy the best selection of streaming entertainment on TV. The Roku Streaming Stick (HDMI version) features the compact stick design pioneered by Roku and plugs discreetly into an HDMI port for a streamlined look that’s ideal for wall-mounted TVs. For the best TV experience, the entire household can use the included remote control to access the sleek Roku user interface with shortcuts to movies, TV shows, news, the Roku Channel Store, Roku Search and more. […]

8 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

MSI R9 290X LIGHTNING Video Card Introduced

Built to be perfect The all new MSI R9 290X LIGHTNING has been upgraded and improved to deliver the fastest single GPU graphics experience. With dozens of improvements across the board, the R9 290X LIGHTNING epitomizes the no-holds-barred overclocking attitude that drove the development of world’s fastest single GPU graphics card. The design reminisces of MSI’s greatest Lightning series graphics cards, like 2x 8-pin and 1x 6-pin power connectors on board guaranteeing a minimum of 450W available for overclocking. The TriFrozr Thermal Design has been optimized to more efficiently dissipate heat from the GPU and on-board components to ensure class-leading results. The GDDR5 memory on the R9 290X LIGHTNING has been optimized in cooperation with AMD to deliver the best […]

8 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Logitech Harmony Keyboard Unveiled

New Logitech Harmony Smart Keyboard and Harmony App Feature One-Touch Activities, Plus Closed-Cabinet Control of Game Consoles and Streaming Devices Today Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) announced the Logitech Harmony® Smart Keyboard, a keyboard and touchpad combination specially designed for controlling streaming media in your living room. This new keyboard simplifies text entry, so you can search for shows, navigate menus and browse the Web on a PC or Mac® connected to your TV or Internet-connected media devices, such as Apple TV®, Roku® or Xbox® One. “Internet-connected and streaming-media devices seem to deliver limitless entertainment options, however their accompanying remotes struggle to keep up with the text entry needed to search for selections,” said Chad Thompson, senior director of worldwide […]

8 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

HTC Desire 310 Smartphone Debuts

HTC packs HTC BlinkFeed, Video Highlights and super-fast processing power into its latest entry-level smartphone HTC, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, has unveiled the new HTC Desire 310, bringing seamless multi-tasking, smooth browsing and effortless video creation to the entry-level market. Fusing a sophisticated navy blue design with a powerful quad-core processor, HTC BlinkFeed, and Video Highlights, the latest addition to the HTC Desire family, makes some of the celebrated HTC One series’ most popular features available to those who want a more affordable handset without compromising on performance. “Everybody today wants a smartphone that can keep up with them, regardless of whether it is a flagship or entry-level model” says Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. […]

8 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

GIGABYTE GA-6PXSVT Single 2011 Socket Motherboard Introduced

GIGABYTE Technology, a leading creator of high performance server hardware, is proud to announce the GA-6PXSVT, its first single 2011 socket based workstation motherboard featuring an integrated 10 Gigabit Ethernet LAN controller. Following the ever increasing need for bandwidth at every level, GIGABYTE offers with the GA-6PXSVT a strong solution for professional users. Regrouping on an ATX form factor ultra-fast networking, a large storage platform, the support of Intel® Xeon® E5-1600 V2 & E5-2600 V2 processors, and support for up to 256GB of ECC memory, all the features required for a rock-solid workstation or a high performance rack server are gathered. 10 Gigabit Onboard Integrating a single SFP+ 10GbE port coupled with two additional GbE ports, the GA-6PXSVT is capable […]

8 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS R9 280 DirectCU II Graphics Card Announced

Exclusive DirectCU II and CoolTech cooling technologies and DIGI+ voltage-regulator module deliver performance that’s up to 20% cooler and 3X quieter ASUS today announced R9 280 DirectCU II, a new graphics card powered by the latest AMD Radeon™ R9 280 graphics-processing unit (GPU) and fitted with exclusive DirectCU II technology for cooler, quieter and faster performance. With ASUS DirectCU II technology on board, R9 280 DirectCU II runs up to 20% cooler and up to three times (3X) quieter than reference designs — and that means faster, quieter and more stable gaming. The new card has a base clock speed of 874MHz, which climbs all the way up to 980MHz when boosted. The latest addition to the ASUS graphics card […]

7 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Razer Mechanical Switch Keyboard Launched

Tested by top eSports athletes globally, the all-new Razer™ Mechanical Switch has been designed and engineered in-house from the ground up for gaming vs. traditional mechanical keyboard switches designed for typing Razer™, the world leader in entertainment devices and software, today announced the launch of the world’s first mechanical switch designed by Razer specifically for gaming – the Razer Mechanical Switch. While traditional mechanical switches were originally designed for typing, the all-new Razer Mechanical Switches have been designed and engineered from the ground up for gaming. In order to achieve that, Razer decided to go back to the drawing board to completely re-engineer the traditional mechanical switch. After extensive research, Razer’s multi-award winning engineers identified the optimal actuation distance for […]

7 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

TRENDnet AC1900 Dual Band Wireless Router Released

TRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, today announces the availability of the extreme performance AC1900 Dual Band Wireless Router, model TEW-818DRU – which offers unmatched performance, powered by a 1 GHz processor, high power radio amplifiers for extended wireless coverage, and Gigabit Wireless AC networking speeds. The TEW-818DRU is designed to provide the optimum wireless experience in a busy connected home. TRENDnet’s TEW-818DRU creates two extreme performance wireless networks – an ultimate performance 1.3 Gigabits per second (Gbps) Wireless AC network, to connect all Wireless AC devices over the fastest wireless speeds available today; and an extreme performance 600 Megabits per second (Mbps) Wireless N band, to connect everyday wireless devices such as tablets, smart phones, and […]

7 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Thermaltake Urban T81 Computer Chassis Introduced

Thermaltake, being an industry leader in computer chassis, thermal solutions, and power supply units today officially releasing the new adoption of the Urban with the new Urban T81 –Thermaltake presents an update of its Urban line with the new Urban T81 – an elegant, high-impact design. Beautifully architectured, the T81 is engineered for one solid purpose: To provide enthusiasts with the ability to build the highest performing systems while retaining a simple, elegant, and commanding appearance. It is not merely a PC chassis; it is an exemplar of modernist design. Dual Swing Door Design Inspired by automotive “suicide doors” , the T81’s novel door panels are an innovative and inspired design that sets it apart from any other chassis . […]

6 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

MSI SteelSeries Engine and XSplit Gamecaster Full Keyboard Customization Tools Debut

MSI Computer Corp, a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, announces the availability of SteelSeries Engine and XSplit Gamecaster in all upcoming gaming laptops, including the ultra-portable GS series, the power-packed GT Dominator series, and the performance GE Apache series. The ultimate customization tool, SteelSeries Engine delivers an unparalleled level of personalization and programming power to the gamer, from advanced macro programming to providing key usage statistics. Key features include: Macro Editor – programs individual or a combination of keys to launch an application or game, simulate mouse and keyboard inputs, copy and paste selected text and disable the keyboard when needed Buttons – assigns custom actions to any programmable button and provides an image layout of your […]

6 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

StarTech.com Thunderbolt Hard Drive Enclosure Announced

New dual-drive Thunderbolt Hard Drive Enclosure lets users connect two 2.5” SATA HDDs or SSDs to their Mac or PC, delivering a high-capacity, high-speed data storage solution for faster external backups, graphics-intensive applications StarTech.com, a leading manufacturer of hard-to-find connectivity parts has announced the availability of their new 2-Bay Thunderbolt Hard Drive Enclosure (SKU: S252SMTB3), which lets users add reliable, high-speed external storage to a Mac® or PC computer through a Thunderbolt port. The Thunderbolt enclosure is the first external drive enclosure from StarTech.com to feature a Thunderbolt host connection, and features two drive bays which allows users to maximize external storage capacity while ensuring the best possible data transfer rates with the host system. The Thunderbolt enclosure offers […]

6 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LUXA2 GroovyT Magic Boom Box Speaker Released

Beauty in simplicity has always been at the forefront of LUXA2’s unique products, and in sticking with tradition they have unveiled the new GroovyT Magic Boom Box Speaker- What does the ‘T’ stand for you might be asking, it stands simply for ‘Touch’ and that is exactly how it works. The GroovyT requires no cables of any sort to use therefore you’ll never need to worry about locating, untangling messy cables, nor does it require any Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connection to operate. Simply turn on the speaker and place your smartphone device with audio playing to automatically have crisp clear enhanced sound fill your immediate environment. With its high quality 800mAh battery cell, it can provide up to 5.5 hours […]

6 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG L90 Smartphone Launched

L90 Offers a Modern Design, Premium UX Feature and Best-in-Class Hardware On the heels of Mobile World Congress 2014, LG Electronics (LG) today announced the launch of the first smartphone in its popular L SeriesIII family, the LG L90. Designed for mobile users looking for the perfect balance of performance, personality and price, the L90 will begin rolling out starting this week. As the premier model in LG’s latest L Series lineup, the L90 features a simple yet stylish aesthetic that the L Series is known for, as well as the most up-to-date UX features. The L90 offers the most competitive hardware in its category with its 4.7-inch qHD IPS display and high capacity 2,540mAh battery. L90 users will be […]

5 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Pioneer DJE-2000 and DJE-1500 Enclosed Inner Ear Headphones Unveiled

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.’s Professional Sound and Visual Division today unveiled the DJE-2000 and DJE-1500 enclosed inner ear headphones, designed and sound-tuned for use by today’s advanced DJs. With the clear understanding that DJs have specific audio characteristic requirements and traditionally listen to music differently, paying closer attention to the particular beats of music, Pioneer’s new inner-ear headphones were made for both their leisure music listening and for music preparation while on the go. Both models have unique design features including large high quality 9.4 millimeter drivers, replaceable and detachable cables, and interchangeable earphone tips that dampen external noise. “Conventional DJ headphones are great for use when connected to a system, but not always ideal when you’re listening to music […]

5 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

WD My Cloud EX2 2-Bay Prosumer Personal Cloud Storage NAS Revealed

New My Cloud® EX2 Delivers Advanced NAS Features with Up to 8 TB[1] of Capacity for Creative Professionals, Prosumers and Workgroups WD®, a Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) company and a world leader in connected storage solutions, today expanded its prosumer personal cloud solutions with My Cloud EX2, a high-performance two-bay network attached storage (NAS) system. The My Cloud EX2 and My Cloud EX4 products are designed from the ground up for creative professionals and prosumers that need to reliably save, share, back up, stream and manage large amounts of digital data. WD Introduces 2-Bay Prosumer Personal Cloud Storage “WD is committed to providing a comprehensive portfolio of personal cloud solutions as the need for digital data storage continues to dramatically […]

5 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

SAPPHIRE R9 280 Dual-X and R9 280X Vapor-X Graphics Cards Unveiled

NEW R9 280 Dual-X and R9 280X Vapor-X models Building on the success of its graphics solutions based on the latest GCN (graphics core next) architectures from AMD, SAPPHIRE Technology has just announced two new models in the successful R9-Series of graphics accelerators for the PC. The SAPPHIRE R9 280 is a new model from SAPPHIRE that features the company’s Dual-X cooler. Dual-X, with its two aerofoil fans, and graduated heatpipes, is an efficient and quiet cooler design which received industry acclaim in the previous generation of products. This new model has 3GB of the latest GDDR5 memory clocked at 1250MHz (5GB/s effective) and a GCN core with 1792 stream processors clocked at 850MHz (up to 940MHz with Boost). With […]

5 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Hauppauge myMusic-Bluetooth Wireless Music Receiver Debuts

myMusic-Bluetooth is a wireless audio link between the most popular mobile devices and home sound systems Hauppauge Digital Inc. March 4, 2014, London — Hauppauge today announced its new myMusic-Bluetooth wireless music receiver. myMusic-Bluetooth wirelessly connects to Apple and Android smart phones and tablets via Bluetooth and can receive any music content such as Spotify, internet radio and songs from your music library. myMusic-Bluetooth connects to an home audio system though a stereo audio jack. myMusic-Bluetooth is part of Hauppauge’s myWireless family of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connected devices for Apple and Android smartphones and tablets. myMusic-Bluetooth has embedded NFC (near field communication) to make the setup with NFC equipped mobile devices easy. For example, the Samsung S5 has NFC capability […]

5 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

PowerColor TurboDuo R9 280 OC Video Card Announced

All new design with Gold Power Kit & TurboDuo cooling technology TUL Corporation, a leading manufacturer of AMD graphic cards, expands its R9 series with latest PowerColor TurboDuo R9 280 OC, promising no-compromise performance and flawless image quality for the most demanding games. The TurboDuo R9 280 OC feature awarding-winning GCN Architecutre for unrivalled efficiency, and enable astonishing performance and breathtaking image quality, making it a top choice for enthusiasts who eager for the best. The TurboDuo R9 280 OC has a new architecture with a total of 1792 stream processors, delivering massively parallel computing power for graphics. Its core clock speed of 855MHz, even up to 960MHz with boost, together with a high speed interface to 3GB of GDDR5 […]