10 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Corsair Graphite Series 760T and 730T Full-Tower PC Cases Announced

Stunning New Corsair Graphite 760T PC Case Features Swing-out, Fully-Windowed Side Panels Corsair®, a world leader in high-performance components to the PC hardware market, today announced the Graphite SeriesTM 760T and 730T full tower PC cases. The new flagship of Corsair’s Graphite series of performance cases, the 760T combines a unique and eye-catching industrial design with incredible ease of use. Central to these compelling attributes are two swing-out windowed side panels, providing an unobscured view into the heart of your PC. Both side panels are identically shaped, granting the 760T a sophisticated symmetry, with one panel almost fully transparent and the other opaque to better highlight your system’s interior. Each panel is hinged to the rear and swings open to […]

10 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BIOSTAR A58MD AMD FM2+ Dual Graphics Motherboard Introduced

BIOSTAR, manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, industrial computing systems and peripherals, has officially launched their latest edition to their AMD FM2+ motherboard lineup, the A58MD. This newest micro-ATX form factor motherboard is the most cost effective solution that supports AMD Socket FM2/FM2+ APUs and offers native support for SuperSpeed USB 3.0 and dual-channel DDR3 memory. The A58MD supports AMD Mutil Core (x4,x2) and has AMD 100W processor support. It uses the AMD A55 Chipset supporting 2 DIMM DDR3-2600(OC) / 2400(OC) / 2133/ 1866/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066/ 800. The other standout feature is the support for integrated video according to the APU model used. The board features the latest BIOSTAR technologies such as BIOS Flasher and BIOS Online Update for easy […]

10 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS ROG Swift PG278Q Premium Gaming Monitor Released

Republic of Gamers (ROG) releases the ultimate 27-inch WQHD gaming monitor with exclusive gaming features, design touches, and NVIDIA® G-SYNC™ technology ASUS today announced the ROG Swift PG278Q 27-inch gaming monitor. The Swift PG278Q features a WQHD (2560 x 1440) resolution, fast 120+ Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time and a full range of ergonomic adjustments. It also features ASUS GamePlus and NVIDIA® G-SYNC™ technologies that are designed to deliver the ultimate gaming experience. Experience Immersive Gaming and Outstanding Visuals Say goodbye to motion blur and lag with 120+ Hz refresh rate and 1ms response times for a competitive advantage in all your games, thanks to smoother gameplay and on-screen responsiveness. The ROG Swift PG278Q also features GamePlus, an exclusive […]

10 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS PadFone mini Smartphone/Tablet Debuts

Newest PadFone features a compact 4-inch smartphone that slots into a sleek 7-inch tablet, a 1.6GHz Intel Atom Z2560 processor and 8MP PixelMaster camera ASUS today announced PadFone mini, a beautiful 4-inch smartphone that transforms effortlessly into an elegant 7-inch tablet. PadFone mini comfortably fits the palm for an instantly expanded view on a glorious 1280 x 800-pixel display — even better than HD. This latest addition to the hugely popular ASUS PadFone family is powered by an Intel® Atom™ Z2560 processor, has 8GB of internal storage and a micro SD card slot that enables storage to be upgraded by up to 64GB. With exclusive ASUS DynamicDisplay technology to automatically resize apps for the different display sizes, a brilliant 8-megapixel […]

10 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS Transformer Book Duet TD300 Laptop/Tablet Unveiled

Transformer Book Duet (TD300), the world’s first quad-mode dual-operating-system (OS) laptop and tablet in one ASUS today announced Transformer Book Duet (TD300), the world’s first quad-mode, dual-OS laptop and tablet convertible that allows users to switch between Windows and Android in either laptop or tablet modes in just four seconds — and with just a single push of the Instant Switch button or a virtual key on the tablet. With a powerful Intel® Core™ i7 processor at its heart, Transformer Book Duet runs up to twice as fast as existing tablets based on ARM® processors. ASUS SonicMaster technology and two speakers ensure that Transformer Book Duet delivers incredible audio for immersive entertainment. Quad-mode, dual-OS laptop and tablet with Instant Switch […]

10 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS VivoTab Note 8 Windows 8.1 Tablet Introduced

8-inch tablet designed for one-handed use and featuring powerful Intel Atom Z3740 ‘BayTrail’ processor ASUS today announced the VivoTab Note 8, a Windows 8.1 tablet featuring a professional Wacom® digitizer stylus, making it the best pen-based tablet for productivity or creativity. Designed for professionals and students alike and bundled with Microsoft® Office Home and Student, which includes Microsoft WordTM, Excel TM, PowerPoint TM and OneNoteTM, VivoTab Note 8’s light 380g weight and the ability to use it one-handed make it an ideal mobile productivity tool. With slim bezels, a high-definition IPS display and an elegant design it deserves pride of place in any business or educational environment. Powerful Quad-Core Processor The VivoTab Note 8 is powered by the latest Intel® […]

10 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS ZenFone 4, ZenFone 5 and ZenFone 6 Smartphones Announced

New smartphone range offers screen sizes ranging from 4 to 6 inches, powerful Intel Atom processors, five statement colors and a sublime new user interface ASUS today announced ZenFone, a brand-new high-value smartphone series that offers a choice of screen sizes from 4 to 6 inches and is available in an array of striking colors — meaning there’s a ZenFone for everyone. ZenFone also introduces ZenUI, a sublime new user interface that’s exclusive to ASUS smart devices. With simplified icons and menus, a selection of themes beautifully designed to match the device colors and a clever What’s Next feature that helps users keep track of their lives, ZenUI is the irresistible front end of these irresistible new devices — and […]

9 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

VisionTek CryoVenom Liquid Cooled R9 290 Graphics Card Announced

“Custom Shop” hand-built solution delivers 38% temperature reduction, nearly silent operation, and warranty backed overclocked performance gains up to 24% over stock card 3DMark Fire Strike benchmark test proven faster than NVIDIA GTX 780 Ti while costing $150 less VisionTek Products LLC, (VisionTek®) https://www.visiontekproducts.com, a leading manufacturer of award-winning, high-performance upgrades and accessories for PC and Apple Macintosh® computers, announced today its CryoVenom R9 290 as the industry’s first and fastest custom-built liquid cooled AMD Radeon™ R9 290 graphics card on the market and available for immediate shipping. The hand-built card delivers lower temperature, near silent operation, and higher performance compared to VisionTek’s stock R9 290 card; as well as better benchmark performance and a $150 lower price than the […]

9 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Cooler Master Elite 110 Mini Cube Compact Chassis Launched

Cooler Master, an industry leading chassis, thermal solution, peripheral, and accessory manufacturer, to releases the Elite 110 mini cube compact chassis in North America. Never Compromise Elite 110 is the most compact fully featured Mini-ITX chassis. A full breathable mesh front panel holds space beneath it for a powerful 120mm All-in-One watercooling radiator. Elite 110 Mini Cube is engineered to fit in the minutest spaces while maintaining support for premium hardware. A pleasing, conservative design helps Elite 110 blend into any home environment. Intelligent and Efficient Design Offering no compromises, Elite 110 is built with an intelligent use of internal space. Mid to high-end graphics cards up to 210mm long can be accommodated easily. A simple, yet effective rear PSU […]

9 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Poly-Control Danalock Smart Lock Device Debuts

The new Danalock from Poly-Control enables users to lock and unlock their home from anywhere in the world using a smartphone — no keys or pin codes needed. With an introductory price of just $99, the unique smart lock compatible with both Z-Wave and Bluetooth, is the only full-featured wireless home access solution available now at this price point. With the launch of Danalock, Poly-Control, the Danish manufacturer of home automation solutions, becomes the first company to take an affordable smart lock product out of the prototype stage and into the consumer market. Poly-Control CEO, Henning Overgaard, says his company’s mission is to get the keyless experience out to users who wouldn’t normally install a smart lock due to cost […]

9 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Cerwin-Vega! XD Desktop Speaker Series Unveiled

Cerwin-Vega!, a Gibson Brand, is pleased to announce the expansion of its popular XD Desktop Speaker Series at CES 2014 (Gibson Tent, CP1/Central Plaza). Joining the company’s existing XD3 Powered Desktop Speaker are the four-inch XD4 and five-inch XD5 full range systems and an eight-inch XD8 powered subwoofer. In the tradition of Cerwin-Vega! products, key design elements of the series include optimized frequency response, overall clarity, low distortion and the company’s trademark bass performance. Each XD Series member is matched with low distortion, high output amplifiers and soft-dome tweeters for the best possible sound. Equipped with metal covers, the XD3 and XD4 feature 3/4-inch tweeters while the XD5 utilizes a one-inch tweeter. The XD8 sub offers deep bass extension, allowing […]

9 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

TP-LINK AC1750 Enterprise Dual Band WiFi Access Point Launched

TP-LINK, a global provider of networking products, today announced its first AC1750 Enterprise Dual Band WiFi Access Point with Power over Ethernet (PoE), the EAP320. This AP supports the latest 802.11ac standard, providing up to 1750Mbps of available bandwidth with simultaneous 2.4GHz 450Mbps and 5GHz 1300Mbps. With the 802.11ac standard, the EAP320 can support an impressive number of bandwidth-intensive and latency-sensitive applications while its PoE capability allows for flexible deployment without the need to run additional electrical wiring. The intelligent centralized management system facilitates the configuration and management of multiple APs. A single AP is dynamically selected by the wireless controller which automatically distributes the network configuration to other APs in the WLAN, saving the hassle of manual synchronization. Automatic […]

9 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

PowerColor PCS+ R9 290X & PCS+ R9 290 Video Cards Released

TUL Corporation, a leading manufacturer of AMD graphic cards, is going to show off several feature products during CES 2014, including the most eye-catchy model, the PowerColor PCS+ R9 290X, ready to impress everyone. Industry-leading OC Setting with Gold Power Kit Except the debut of PCS+ R9 290X at CES 2014, the PCS+ R9 290 is also in the limelight. The PCS+ R9 290X/290 run at the most higher frequency, which feature 1050MHz/1040MHz at core respectively, and both set the memory at 1350MHz which is 100MHz higher than ref. design, totally boost the performance to the limit. To remain the OC performance together with higher stability, PowerColor utilizes the exclusive Gold Power Kit at both PCS+ models, including Digital PWM […]

9 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Cerwin-Vega! SL Series Home Audio System Announced

New Home Speaker System Features Company’s Legendary Power and Sound Quality at an Affordable Price Cerwin-Vega!, a Gibson Brand, is pleased to announce the launch of its new SL Series Home Audio System at CES 2014 (Gibson Tent, CP1/Central Plaza). With a choice of six speakers and one subwoofer, the SL Series can be customized to fit any home, office, dorm room or other personal listening environment, to meet a variety of budgets. Options include five-inch bookshelf/satellite and four-way central speakers: one single, one two-way and two three-way standing tower speakers and a 10-inch subwoofer. Featuring custom high-frequency, soft-dome tweeters for natural sound, high clarity and low distortion, each speaker in the SL Series also has a bass reflex design […]

9 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

DJI Aerial Camera Systems Revealed at CES 2014

Product Portfolio Enables a New World of Creative Possibilities in Aerial Images DJI, a leading developer and manufacturer in unmanned aerial systems (UAS), is showcasing its portfolio of aerial camera systems at CES 2014 for the first time. The company’s advanced aerial systems are easy to use and allow users from professional cinematographers to consumers to create beautiful aerial photos and videos. “We are excited to be participating in CES for the first time with our comprehensive range of flying solutions that empower people of all skill-levels to take to the skies and capture images that were once out of their reach,” said Frank Wang, chief executive officer of DJI. “Building on our expertise in flight control and gimbal control […]

8 January 20148 January 2014Product PreviewsBy Hank Tolman

2014 CES Unveiled

There is a lot of excited stuff happening at CES 2014. I have to be honest, though, while I think 4K Ultra HD is cool, it is also currently way outside of my budget. I’ve seen a lot about LG’s new 4K TVs and curved screens. I think the technology is great, but I can’t afford it this year. At CES Unveiled: 2014, I went it looking for cool new tech that was within my price range and something that I could see myself adopting soon. I found a lot of cool stuff.

8 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BenQ XL2720Z Gaming Monitor Brings Ultra-Smooth Detail

BenQ America Corp., an internationally renowned provider of visual display solutions, today added the ultra-smooth XL2720Z to its winning arsenal of XL first-person shooter (FPS) purpose-built gaming monitors. Equipped with gaming refresh rate optimization management (GROM), the new 27-inch display introduces RevolutionEyes™ technology for exceptional monitor performance and low blue light technology for striking visual clarity, seamless motion fluidity, and added viewing comfort during competitive play, giving both professional eSports athletes and dedicated gamers the onscreen precision and visual advantages required for edging out opponents. “In active FPS gameplay, details can make all the difference,” said Bob Wudeck, Director of Retail and e-Commerce at BenQ America Corp. “With our new XL2720Z monitor, BenQ is introducing new advancements — giving gamers […]

8 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Corsair Obsidian 250D Mini-ITX Case Announced

Corsair’s Obsidian Series 250D Is Mini-ITX Without Compromise Corsair, a world leader in high-performance components to the PC hardware market, today announced the immediate availability of the Obsidian SeriesTM 250D performance Mini-ITX PC case. Bringing the sophisticated and minimalist design of the Obsidian series to a new smaller size, the 250D is Corsair’s first chassis built exclusively for the increasingly popular Mini-ITX form factor. Brushed aluminum and solid steel construction combine with a compact frame that refuses to settle between size, looks or flexibility. Corsair’s smallest case to date, the Obsidian 250D means your PC no longer needs to dominate your desk, instead easily fitting on a book case, sitting beside your HDTV or carried away to a LAN party […]

8 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Mad Catz R.A.T.TE Gaming Mouse Revealed

Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (“Mad Catz”) (NYSE MKT/TSX: MCZ) announced today the R.A.T.TE (Tournament Edition), a new mouse designed for the professional and competitive gaming community. Expected to ship early 2014 for PC and Mac, the R.A.T.TE has been designed to appeal to the e-sports professional. With a newly developed Phillips® Doppler-laser sensor, the R.A.T.TE provides reference quality tracking with speeds up to 8200 DPI. Each feature of the R.A.T.TE has been engineered for mobility, performance and precision. Weight has been reduced to decrease inertia; speed and resolution have been radically improved for faster reaction times, and programmable button mapping has been optimized for popular e-sports games. In addition, customizable attributes such as ‘Lift-Off’ height calibration and dynamic surface detection […]

8 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Corsair Raptor K40 and Raptor M45 Debut

Corsair Releases Raptor K40 16.8M Color Backlit Gaming Keyboard and M45 5000 DPI Optical Gaming Mouse at CES 2014 Corsair, a worldwide leader in high-performance PC gaming hardware and PC components, today unveiled the Raptor K40 RGB LED backlit gaming keyboard and Raptor M45 optical gaming mouse. The Raptor K40 keyboard brings the extreme lighting customization of 16.8 million colors priced for a wider range of gamers. The Raptor M45, a precision enhanced successor of the award-winning Raptor M40, features a new 5000 DPI sensor, the highest resolution optical technology available. The new products are on display at Corsair’s press suite at the Venetian at CES 2014 in Las Vegas from January 7-10. Jason Christian, product manager for PC gaming […]

8 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Corsair Hydro Series H105 Liquid CPU Cooler Announced

Corsair’s New Hydro Series H105 Liquid CPU Cooler Uses Thicker 240mm Radiator to Enhance Cooling Performance Corsair, a world leader in high-performance components to the PC hardware market, today announced the all-in-one Hydro Series™ H105 dual-fan 240mm liquid CPU cooler. The H105 is Corsair’s first Hydro Series cooler to be equipped with a 38mm thick 240mm radiator, greatly increasing radiator surface area and improving heat dissipation. Fitted with a pair of high-performance SP120L PWM 120mm fans designed to balance static pressure and noise levels, the H105 pushes liquid cooling performance to the next level in the 240mm category. The H105 also benefits from Corsair’s new tool-free CPU mounting block, called by press “the simplest mounting mechanism we have experienced*” and […]

8 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

EVGA TORQ X10 Gaming Mouse Revealed

Introducing the EVGA TORQ X10 gaming mouse. Built with the highest quality materials including a real carbon fiber surface, this mouse was designed from the ground up to satisfy the needs of the hardcore gamer with a high quality laser sensor that provides up to 8200 DPI, an adjustable weight system, nine programmable buttons and a unique sizing system that allows you to adjust the height and the length of the body. EVGA are experts in the computer hardware and enthusiast/gaming segments with over 14 years of experience. We listen to our loyal and enthusiastic community and often design products that are desired by them. Over the years, you can see this in our award winning graphics cards, power supplies, […]

8 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Razer Project Christine Modular Gaming System Announced

Project Christine Simplifies PC Set-Up, Future Upgrades and Eliminates Obsolescence Razer, the world leader in entertainment devices and software, today announced a concept of what promises to be the world’s most modular gaming system, Project Christine. The PC has traditionally been one of the most open platforms in all of technology. However, given the technical complexities of PC hardware, only the most hardcore enthusiasts have been able to take advantage of this openness to build, customize and continuously upgrade their PC desktop systems. The tremendous promise of the PC has remained underexploited by the vast majority of general consumers for more than 30 years, largely due to the convoluted hardware – knowing what does what, what works with what, and […]

8 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Kingston Digital DataTraveler Locker+ G3 USB 3.0 Flash Drive Released

DataTraveler Locker+ G3 Safeguards Sensitive, Personal Information, USB 3.0 Speeds to Secure Files Faster, Versatile Data Protection Works on Both Mac and PC Systems Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the launch of the DataTraveler® Locker+ G3 (DTLPG3) USB 3.0 Flash drive for personal security. The new, next generation DataTraveler Locker+ G3 offers USB 3.0 speeds and a sleek durable metal casing with a built-in key loop leaving photos, personal documents and other files safe and easy to access. Kingston’s DataTraveler Locker+ G3 password protects and hardware encrypts data giving consumers the best in personal security with USB 3.0 speed. The DTLPG3 boasts higher speeds […]

8 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ADATA PV100 Power Bank Announced

Company Launches PV100 Power Bank for Mobile Devices at CES 2014 In response to the increasing usage of smartphones and tablet computers worldwide, ADATA Technology has announced the launch of the PV100 power bank. The PV100 is an 8mm ultra-slim device charger with a robust 2.1 Ampere output, designed to meet the omnipresent need for power of the current generation of mobile devices, while still fitting comfortably in a pocket or purse. Equipped with an LED power indicator button that displays the charge level of the Li-polymer battery, the PV100 has a capacity of 4200mAh. It can quickly charge almost any microUSB powered mobile device. The PV100 has obtained FCC, CE, LVD, PSE, C-Tick, KC, NOM, and Gost-R certifications, ensuring […]