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NVIDIA today unveiled the revolutionary Tegra® K1 mobile processor, a 192-core super chip featuring the same NVIDIA® Kepler™ architecture that powers the fastest GPU on the planet, the NVIDIA GeForce® GTX™ 780 Ti. For the first time, next-generation PC gaming will now be available on mobile platforms.
Read moreRoku Inc. today announced Roku TV, a new generation of Smart TVs designed to give consumers a simple entertainment experience in a complex connected world. The company plans to license the new reference design platform and software stack to manufacturers to build and distribute Roku TV models. TCL and Hisense are the first partners and Roku will show their Roku TV models tonight at Pepcom’s Digital Experience media event. “I’m very excited about our partnerships with TV manufacturers and the first Roku TV models planned for release this fall from TCL and Hisense.” TCL is the third largest global TV manufacturer in the world and shipped nearly 12 million TVs in 2012, accounting for five percent of the worldwide TV […]
Read moreAdvanced Philips gaming display that eliminates tearing, stuttering and lag debuts at the 2014 International CES The Philips 27″ Gaming Monitor with G-SYNC debuts today bringing a stunning visual experience and ultra-smooth play to gamers looking for a serious competitive edge. This advanced Philips gaming display (model 272G5DYEB) delivers revolutionary performance through NVIDIA G-SYNC, a new technology that synchronizes display refresh rates to the PC’s GPU, eliminating screen tearing and minimizing display stutter and input lag. With G-SYNC, images display the moment they are rendered, scenes appear instantly, objects are sharper, and game play is smoother.
Read moreSeagate Technology plc (NASDAQ: STX) today introduced Backup Plus FAST portable drive; the world’s first portable 4TB storage device, providing twice the capacity and speed of existing external portable drives. This new Seagate® Backup Plus FAST drive features a superspeed USB 3.0 interface to deliver transfer speeds up to 220MB per second, making it the perfect companion for a field photographer or filmmaker looking to quickly move large files to backup. “With Backup Plus FAST, Seagate has taken a very mature product category and has delivered innovative enhancements to address the real world challenges of our customers,” said Scott Horn, vice president of global marketing for Seagate. “The performance and capacity of this new portable drive is beyond that of […]
Read moreToday, LaCie announced the Little Big Disk Thunderbolt™ 2 at the 2014 International CES® Show. The new LaCie Little Big Disk, one of the first storage solutions enabled by Thunderbolt 2, is the fastest portable storage solution on the market. It delivers speeds up to 1375MB/s, which is several times faster than any mobile USB 3.0 hard drive. In addition to its industry-leading performance, LaCie worked with designer Neil Poulton to bring a cutting-edge look to the product. For the first time, the Little Big Disk features a sleek, black finish to its fully aluminum enclosure. Perfect for no-compromise video professionals, the new LaCie Little Big Disk permits streaming and editing of 4K or 3D video while in the field […]
Read moreNew Dashboard Software Adds Support for Mobile Devices Seagate Technology plc (NASDAQ:STX) today announced the second generation of its sleek external storage lineup, Seagate® Backup Plus Slim. With a svelte compact design and superspeed USB 3.0 interface, the Backup Plus Slim drive is the ideal storage solution to aggregate and back up valued photos, videos and other files despite being spread across numerous devices, social networks and personal computers. This new offering includes the backup software, Seagate Dashboard, which made the first generation of Seagate® Backup Plus drives so popular. The Seagate Dashboard software provides an easy one-click backup solution, but can also be set as a scheduled backup up as needed. Additionally, the Dashboard software will back up Facebook […]
Read moreTRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, today from the 2014 International CES in Las Vegas, Nevada, is excited to announce a new Powerline 1000 or Gigabit class of Powerline solutions, with the launch of the Powerline 1000 Adapter Kit, model TPL-420E2K. “Powerline 1000 effectively doubles the speed and possibilities of Powerline networking,” stated Zak Wood, director of global marketing of TRENDnet. “TRENDnet’s TPL-420E2K is designed to easily handle multi-HD streams in a busy connected home.” TRENDnet’s TPL-420E2K is built around Qualcomm’s QCA7500 chipset and delivers Gigabit class networking over existing electrical lines. The backbone of Powerline 1000, or the HomePlug AV2 standard, is Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) Powerline technology. For the first time, Powerline products use […]
Read moreCompany to Showcase Highly Anticipated Models with Upgraded Picture and Sound LG Electronics (LG) will unveil a comprehensive ULTRA HD TV lineup at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas from January 7 – 10, 2014. Last year, LG won over the crowds with a collection of ULTRA HD TVs equipped with advanced features and enhanced picture quality. At this year’s CES, the company will raise the bar once more, highlighted by the world’s first 21:9 aspect ratio CURVED ULTRA HD TV (Model 105UC9) with a screen measuring a remarkable 105 inches diagonally. “Our newest ULTRA HD TV offerings are going to turn a lot of heads at this year’s CES,” said In-kyu Lee, Senior Vice President and […]
Read moreToday, LaCie announced Fuel: a go-anywhere wireless hard drive for iPad®, iPhone® and Mac®. Without requiring Internet access, the LaCie Fuel™ adds 1TB of external storage capacity to compatible mobile devices. Users can store up to 500 movies, 160,000 songs or 190,000 photos, and share them with up to five devices at a time. What’s more, AirPlay® compatibility means users can easily stream movies onto the big screen via Apple TV® or music to compatible speakers. WIRELESSLY EXPAND YOUR IPAD The LaCie Fuel lets users access enormous media libraries right from their iPad. With 1TB of storage at their fingertips, they don’t need to pick and choose what they load onto their mobile device. Not only does the LaCie Fuel […]
Read moreTRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, today announces from the 2014 International CES in Las Vegas, Nevada, 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 […]
Read moreLone Mountain Audio, the U.S. distributor for ATC, Acoustic Transducer Company Consumer Hi-Fi products at CES 2014 will demonstrate ATC’s new Hi-Fi Passive SCM40 V2 Floor-standing Loudspeakers featuring designed and built tweeters, and its new stylish curved cabinetry system for medium size stereo and multi-channel applications in their Venetian Suite 29-227. The new second generation SCM40 (V2) features ATC’s new SH25-76 tweeter with a ATC’s renowned 75mm/3” Soft Dome mid-range and a 164mm, short coil – long gap (under hung) bass driver housed in a new curved laminated cabinet system. The three-way design and inclusion of the Soft Dome mid results in excellent clarity, even at high drive levels with bass heavy source material. It gives wide, even dispersion resulting […]
Read moreComplete Solution for the Acquisition, Processing, Delivery and Enjoyment of 4K Content Features the Nuvola NP-1 4K UltraHD Streaming Media Set-Top Box NanoTech Entertainment (OTCPINK: NTEK) announced today that it has partnered with LumaForge LLC to provide consumers with a cost-effective pipeline for the delivery of VP9 compressed 4K content streamed through the Nuvola NP-1(tm), the world’s first streaming media player that supports 4K Ultra HD movies and videos. Because of its massive file footprint, getting 4K content to consumers efficiently and cost-effectively has been difficult for studios and distributors. VP9, Google’s open-source, royalty free video compression standard, reduces video file sizes-and the associated bandwidth requirements-without any reduction in quality or patent royalties to pay. “There are two critical enabling […]
Read moreConary Enterprise is pleased to announce that the iPin Laser Presenter for Samsung Galaxy smartphones is debuting at International CES 2014. The iPin is a tiny, Galaxy-powered laser pointer that comes with its own slide-controlling app. This delicately designed device can turn a Galaxy into a professional presentation device in a matter of seconds. Conary invites all visitors to come see the iPin firsthand at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), South Hall 3, booth #31854. The iPin will also be on display at the COMPUTEX d&i Awards booth (#21944) in LVCC South Hall 1. Low Profile Design and Effortless Transport Unlike similar devices, the iPin sits nearly flush with the phone surface, and can be turned on and off […]
Read moreFeatures Include Android Jelly Bean 4.2, Google Play, Narrow Frame Bezel, and More E FUN, a consumer electronics designer and manufacturer of fun, easy-to-use lifestyle products, is debuting its first quad-core Nextbook Android tablets at CES 2014. The Nextbook 8 and Nextbook 10 tablets feature Android Jelly Bean 4.2, Google Play, and new, narrow frame bezels. The 2014 line of Nextbook Android tablets will be on display at CES in South Hall MP25055, January 7-10. “We are thrilled to launch our 2014 line of Nextbook tablets with enhanced features at CES,” stated Jason Liszewski, managing director and VP of sales for E FUN. “2013 was an extremely successful year for the company and now with the addition of quad core […]
Read moreNew Line-Up of Amped Wireless Products Combines Award-Winning High Power Technology with the Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi Speeds of AC1900 to Deliver Up to 10,000 sq ft of Gigabit Wi-Fi Coverage Amped Wireless, the leading manufacturer of high power, long-range wireless solutions for the home and office, today unveiled its family of next-generation long-range AC1900 Wi-Fi products. The 802.11ac wireless standard is the world’s fastest Wi-Fi, providing gigabit Wi-Fi speeds that allow for web content to download faster, large files to synch quicker, and for HD media to transfer to multiple sources at once with ease. With its new line, Amped Wireless introduces cutting-edge high power technology to provide up to four times more Wi-Fi range and speed for its customers. “We […]
Read moreFour New Audio Products in the Adaro Line Boost Sound and Functionality Beyond Gaming Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, today announced the Razer Adaro series, a new line of headphones designed for personal entertainment. The new audio lineup will initially feature four models: bass-heavy earphones, analog stereo headphones, Bluetooth® headphones and DJ-style headphones. Each member of the Razer Adaro family is designed with a heavy focus on durability, comfort and uncompromised sound quality for music listening. The Razer Adaro series marks the company’s latest venture into the personal entertainment audio space. The Razer Kraken and Electra, two of Razer’s best-selling headphones, were tuned for music, as well as gaming. “Making technically advanced headsets to […]
Read moreThe new Torus Power TOT Mini and TOT Max are the most affordable models in the Torus line. TOT is an ultra compact stand-alone power conditioner with a unique angled chassis profile that enables rack, desktop, or in-wall mounting. Delivering convenient, point-of-use power conditioning that dramatically improves the performance of audio, video and control systems for a wide variety of applications, TOT is now available with either 7A or 15A configurations for the US market and a 3A and 8A models for International use. The TOT Series employs Plitron’s NBT noise filtering technology to restore incoming power to its clean original state, protecting valuable systems from voltage sags, brownouts and surges. Plitron toroidal isolation transformers provide triple shielding for ultimate […]
Read moreFeaturing an Android platform and a lightweight retro design, the GALAXY Camera 2 allows avid photographers to capture and share even more, with superior quality and speed Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd announced the GALAXY Camera 2, a successor to the award winning GALAXY Camera which combines the quality imaging of a high end camera with sharing capabilities and an intuitive design to match the most up-to-date smartphones. The GALAXY Camera 2’s revolutionary technology, which includes an upgraded 1.6GHz Quad Core processor and the Android platform makes it faster and easier than ever for users to shoot, edit and share high quality images with friends and family. With a lightweight, retro design, the GALAXY Camera 2 is the ideal option for […]
Read moreMach Xtreme Technology Inc., a worldwide leader in top performance, high reliability and user-friendly designed PC components, today unveiled DIY™ Series SATA2 SSD. This tiny MX-DIY disk-on-module is implementing advanced design with robust performance and energy efficiency. The new DIY Series SSD is the latest addition to the MX Technology lineup of innovative solid state drives. This disk puts the very latest storage technology in users’ hands and sets a new benchmark for compact sized boot drives. This series is offering hardware-modding enthusiast a flexible storage solution in a form factor that is 10 times smaller than a standard 2.5” SSD, and weights over 10 times less. The postage stamp sized SSDs are available in two design versions: vertical and […]
Read moreFor Upgrading And Repairing PCs, Apple Macintosh Computers, And Digital Devices 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 the addition of two custom configured portable toolkits to its e-commerce website. The kits, starting at $19.99 MSRP, provide the ability to open, upgrade, and repair PCs, Macintosh computers, iOS® devices, and other digital devices. For Serious PC Builders and Upgraders VisionTek’s certified technicians know what tools are needed to build a dream rig and keep it running at peak performance. So they hand-selected the most useful tools they would want whether in the field or in the lab. The VisionTek 26 Piece Toolkit, priced at $26.99 […]
Read moreIdeal for Left-Handed Users. Pen-shaped mice featuring left and right buttons with scroll wheel conveniently placed on pen’s shaft making their debut in Las Vegas; South Hall, Booth #32017 Penclic, creator of ergonomically functional and sleekly designed computer accessories, releases the next generation of Penclic mice, including the Corded Mouse D3, Wireless Mouse R3 and Bluetooth Mouse B3. Penclic’s breakthrough mice continue to evolve in a category that hasn’t seen a true design change since the world was introduced to the computer mouse over 30 years ago. The new models feature a symmetrical design that enables both left and right-handed users to enjoy the Penclic experience. Meant to mirror the 2014 CES Innovations Award Honoree Bluetooth Mouse B2 in functionality […]
Read moreVersatile New Models Offer Enhanced Mobility, Refined Design and Lightening Fast Performance LG Electronics (LG) will be unveiling its newest Ultra PC (Model 13Z940) as well as second generation Tab-Book 2 hybrid devices (Models 11T740 and 11T540) at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, running from January 7 – 10, 2014. Featuring slimmer designs, the company’s latest PC products weigh less than their pre-decessors and feature refined, minimalistic form factors. With upgraded capabilities and designs, all of the company’s newest PC products — including the attractive All-In-One (AIO) PC model 27V740 — feature Windows 8.1 and employ LG’s superior IPS dis-play technology, ensuring stunning color accuracy, motion clarity and wide viewing angle. “Lightweight, beautiful and fast, the […]
Read moreWirelessly stream high definition audio or video from HDMI devices, like a laptop or tablet, directly to your home’s television screen Kinivo, producer of quality mobile device accessories, introduces the new WHD110 wireless HDMI extender kit, created for home audio and video to wirelessly stream content to your television in high definition. Kinivo’s WHD110 extends the wireless HDMI signal with a simple and convenient set-up process, eliminating unsightly cable clutter and streamlining your home’s entertainment system with this all-in-one solution. The HDMI extender kit streams video and audio content up to 65 feet in open space or up to 40 feet indoors, depending on wall density, for a wireless connection between televisions, audio systems, laptops, gaming consoles, cable boxes, monitors […]
Read moreEntire new line-up of audiophile innovations on display at CES, January 7th – 10th Cambridge Audio, a world-class acoustic design team with decades of Hi-Fi audio innovations, has announced its new 2014 line-up of Hi-Fi Preamplifiers, Amplifiers, and Speakers to be on display at CES. Leading the charge is the flagship Azur 851 series consisting of the Azur 851E Preamplifier, Azur 851W Power Amplifier, and Azur 851D Digital to Analogue Converter which join the EISA award- winning 851A Integrated Class XD Amplifier and 851C Upsampling DAC, CD Player & Preamplifier. The trio of new audiophile components expand the series to allow for higher-end amplification options and even better digital file handling. Cambridge Audio’s Azur 851 Series is now a […]
Read moreStandard USB or micro-USB, we have the solution! Super Talent Technology, a leading manufacturer of NAND Flash storage solutions and DRAM memory modules, announces its USB 3.0 Express Motile drive. The USB 3.0 Express Motile fulfills the rising demand for the consumer sector which is constantly on the move. The ability to access this drive by plugging it into a USB port on a computer or a micro-USB port on a mobile device make it extremely versatile. Capacities range from 8 GB to 64 GB and it has read speeds of up to 67 MB/s and write speeds of up to 24 MB/s over the USB 3.0 interface. Capacity USB 3.0 Express Motile P/N 8GB ST3U8EMT 16GB ST3U16EMT 32GB ST3U32EMT […]
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