26 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

COLORFUL iGame GTX1080Ti KUDAN Graphics Card Debuts

Extreme performance for enthusiasts and performance seekers Colorful Technology Company Limited, professional manufacturer of graphics cards and motherboards, is proud to announce the release of the most premium GPU from COLORFUL powered by carefully selected and screened GP102 chips: the iGame GTX1080Ti KUDAN. Designed and built in China with the most advanced technology, a limited production of only 100 GPUs will be made for this series making it a highly-sought after premium product that will deliver excellent performance thanks to their extremely high one-key overclocking performance out of the factory. Dating all the way back from the GTX 500 series, the release of the iGame GTX1080Ti KUDAN marks the 7th year of the KUDAN series and the 8th generation model […]

26 July 201726 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Seagate Adds IronWolf Health Management to ASUSTOR NAS

ASUSTOR, a leading maker of network-attached storage, in collaboration with Seagate Technology plc (NASDAQ: STX), a world leader in storage solutions, have announced today, the availability of IronWolf™ Health Management for ASUSTOR Data Master (ADM) 3.0. Seagate’s IronWolf Health Management improves system reliability through comprehensive embedded analysis and recovery software to provide intelligent analysis of drive health that goes beyond traditional diagnostic tools. “We’re dedicated to bringing specialized solutions to the growing NAS market, and our collaboration with ASUSTOR continues to make this possible,” said Matt Rutledge, senior vice president of marketing at Seagate. IronWolf Health Management improves system reliability by offering three distinct benefits to ASUSTOR NAS: prevention, intervention and recovery. The software continually inspects the health of ASUSTOR […]

25 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

NVIDIA GeForce Driver 384.94 Available for Lawbreakers

Today NVIDIA released the new NVIDIA Game Ready driver for the Lawbreakers. Launching on August 8, Lawbreakers is the first title to support NVIDIA ShadowPlay Highlights. GeForce Game Ready drivers deliver the definitive day-1 gaming experience for the latest and greatest releases, and further optimizations and enhancements for the games you’re already playing. In our newest driver we’re bringing you updates and optimizations for LawBreakers‘ official release, EVE: Valkyrie‘s ultra graphics upgrade, Fortnite‘s Early Access release, ARK: Survival Evolved‘s official release, and the release of Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. Game Ready for Lawbreakers, Ark Survival Evolved, Dark and Light and Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice! Available on or before launch day, NVIDIA Game Ready Drivers provide the best experience for GeForce gamers in […]

25 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG Q8 Smartphone Arrives with Hi-Fi Quad DAC

Capture Life in Striking Quality with the Industry’s Best Visual and Audio Features in a Durable IP67 Device LG Electronics (LG) today announced the arrival of the new Q8, LG’s latest powerful, stylish and durable smartphone that inherits core features from LG’s flagship lineup – in particular the “prosumer” V series – but designed for one-handed usage and extreme portability. As the second device announced in LG’s newest Q series, the Q8 delivers Hi-Fi sound, prosumer quality video and photo capabilities and water and dust resistance in a compact package. The Q8 builds on LG’s powerful heritage in photography and videography, with features such as Steady Record 2.0 for smooth, judder-free video recording. Like many of LG’s high-end smartphones, the […]

25 July 201725 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Western Digital X4 3D NAND Technology Adds Four-Bits-Per-Cell

Western Digital Corp. (NASDAQ: WDC) today announced its successful development of four bits per cell, X4, flash memory architecture offering on 64-layer 3D NAND, BiCS3, technology. Building on its pioneering innovation of X4 for 2D NAND technology and past success in commercializing it, the company has now developed X4 for 3D NAND by leveraging its deep vertical integration capabilities. These include silicon wafer processing, device engineering to provide sixteen distinct data levels in every storage node, and system expertise for overall flash management. BiCS3 X4 technology delivers an industry-leading storage capacity of 768 gigabits on a single chip, a 50 percent increase from the prior 512 gigabit chip that was enabled with the three bits per cell (X3) architecture. Western […]

23 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Alphacool HDX 2 & 3 M.2 SSD Cooler Arrive

After developing the compact, very successful Alphacool HDX M.2 SSD cooler, Alphacool is now expanding its product range with the Eisblock HDX-2 and HDX-3 coolers. Both coolers come with a 4x PCIe card, on which the cooler and SSD are mounted. This has many advantages over mounting directly to the motherboard. Cooling can be difficult on a motherboard due to space constraints and the location of the graphics card, which is often mounted directly above or beside the motherboard. A PCIe card and cooler give you lots of room to set up a good cooling solution. But why do you need to cool your M.2 SSD? When an M.2 SSD is used continuously and for substantial data transfers, it can […]

20 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS ROG Crosshair VI Extreme Motherboard Introduced

ROG motherboards can trace their lineage back over a decade to the original Crosshair for Athlon™ 64 processors, so it’s only fitting that the ROG Crosshair VI Extreme brings Ryzen up to speed with our latest innovations. The latest Crosshair is tailored for the high-end machines PC enthusiasts dream of building and overclockers need to unleash Ryzen’s raw potential. The result is an X370 motherboard that gives Ryzen the high-end foundation it deserves. Overclocking for Everyone Meets Cooling for Everything ROG engineers devote a lot of time to figuring out how to get the most out of each platform. You don’t need experience with extreme cooling to push the limits of your hardware, though. The Crosshair VI Extreme’s intelligent auto-tuner […]

20 July 201720 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS ROG Pugio Ambidextrous Gaming Mouse Launched

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) is excited to launch Pugio, an ambidextrous gaming mouse that offers ultimate customizability to meet the needs of most hardcore gamers. Its configurable side buttons let you decide on your own side button layout, while exclusive push-fit switch sockets offer variable click resistance. The push-fit design makes it easy to replace worn out switches to extend the lifespan of the mouse. The Pugio features stunning, aggressive aesthetics to match its performance — including angular ASUS Aura RGB light channels with Aura Sync support. Ergonomically Designed for Marathon Gaming Ambidextrous mice with side buttons usually feature a mirrored button layout to accommodate both right- and left-handed gamers. The drawback of this design is that it often […]

20 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

New ASUS X299 Motherboards Introduced

The X299 platform is designed for the enthusiasts, the power users, the creative professionals, and every user seeking the ultimate DIY computing experience. Go beyond performance with the best X299 Motherboards from ASUS and the Republic of Gamers. Synchronize RGB LEDs and lighting effects across Aura Sync-enabled hardware and accessories to create dazzling themes in perfect harmony. Personalize your build with eye-catching designs and improve performance with ASUS – the first motherboard brand to introduce a dedicated mount to support 3D-printed parts. Prime X299-Deluxe – Beyond Limits MSRP $309.99 USD The Prime X299-Deluxe is primed to outperform. 5-Way Optimization automatically tailors overclocking profiles to your unique build delivering 1-click overclocking and dynamic system cooling for maximum OC performance. Known for […]

20 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Thermaltake View 21 Tempered Glass Mid-Tower Chassis Unveiled

Thermaltake enhances its product range with the new View 21 Tempered Glass Edition Mid-Tower Chassis. This new member adopts dual 4mm thick tempered glass windows, adding a sleek appeal to the design and providing a more extensive system protection. It features a full-length PSU cover to hide those unsightly cables from view, and along with a preinstalled 120mm rear fan, gives the View 21 Tempered Glass Edition Mid-Tower Chassis an excellent system ventilation. The interior space for custom cooling loop is maximised thanks to its “2+2” HDD mounts inside the left side panel and the two 2.5”-compatible HDD slots on the PSU cover. One more thing worth mentioning is that, with two 3.5” and two 2.5” HDD brackets included, users […]

20 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BIOSTAR TB250-BTC+ Motherboard Introduced

BIOSTAR proudly announces the BIOSTAR TB250-BTC+, an 8-slot PCI-e motherboard that hits the sweet spot for anyone looking to maximize their mining from home. The reason being, it stays close to the safety limits of a continuous load rating for a typical 15amp household circuit; meaning that there is no need to worry about power issues. It is ready-to-go straight out-of-thebox with the driver ready for both 8X NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards or 8X AMD Radeon graphics cards. The TB250 series previously included: TB250-BTC PRO with 12 PCI-e slots and TB250-BTC with 6 PCI-e slots. Crypto Mining Peformance and Savings The BIOSTAR TB250-BTC+ supports Intel® LGA 1151 sockets for 7th and 6th gen. Intel® Core™/Pentium® /Celeron® processor with 2-DIMM DDR4-2400/ […]

SteelSeries Introduces the Arctis 5 Dota 2 Edition Gaming Headset

17 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

SteelSeries Arctis 5 Dota 2 Edition Gaming Headset Introduced

SteelSeries, the fastest growing major PC gaming headset brand in the US*, has teamed up with Valve to announce the new, officially licensed Arctis 5 Dota 2 Edition headset. This limited edition Arctis 5 is features Dota 2 character artwork by acclaimed Community Contributor, Chroneco. The Arctis 5 Dota 2 Edition is available to pre-order now in Valve’s shop – quantities are extremely limited. The limted edition exterior features a special Dota 2-themed design, and the Arctis 5 underneath brings all the features that gamers have come to expect from the Arctis line. The Arctis 5 Dota 2 Edition is incredibly comfortable with its unique ski-goggle suspension headband, customized with the Dota 2 logo, and keeps gamers cool with its […]

17 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

HyperX Alloy Elite & HyperX Alloy FPS Pro Mechanical Gaming Keyboards Unveiled

HyperX®, the gaming division of Kingston® Technology Company, Inc., today introduced two new additions to its award winning lineup of gaming keyboards used by eSports athletes worldwide – the HyperX Alloy Elite Mechanical Gaming Keyboard and HyperX Alloy FPS Pro Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. HyperX delivers all the components needed for the best competitive gaming set up, and the new HyperX Alloy Keyboards boasts Cherry MX Mechanical switches, lighting effects, 100 percent anti-ghosting, and solid-steel frames for the tactile feedback and performance gamers expect from HyperX gear. Featuring an all-new design, the Alloy Elite Mechanical Gaming Keyboard includes HyperX red LED backlighting, an 18 LED light bar with luminous lighting along with custom lighting modes, and 6 preset LED effects. Alloy […]

17 July 201717 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Performance Boost with New BIOS for Intel Optane Memory-Ready BIOSTAR 200 Series

BIOSTAR releases a new BIOS for performance refresh for the entire line of Intel® Optane™ memory-ready BIOSTAR RACING 200 series motherboards. A quick update of the BIOS will refresh your PC by reducing boot and load times, thanks to the Intel® Optane™ technology for faster caching and storage. Now you get quicker response times without sacrificing the storage space of your SATA hard drives. Start your PC and/or load your game and applications faster than ever! Considering the price-performance benefits of stating with a 16GB Optane memory for roughly around $40, this is very afforable upgrade. Essentially, you are able to enhance your hard drive to perform at the speed of a SSD. While SSDs normally have smaller storage capacities […]

16 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

NETGEAR Nighthawk X4S AC3200 WiFi Cable Modem Router Announced

Nighthawk X4S AC3200 WiFi Cable Modem Router is certified for Xfinity by Comcast for Gigabit download speeds over existing cable lines NETGEAR®, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTGR), the leading provider of networking devices that power today’s smart home and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), has launched the industry’s first Gigabit Docsis 3.1 cable modem router available for purchase in-store or online. The NETGEAR Nighthawk® X4S AC3200 WiFi Cable Modem Router (C7800)supports DOCSIS 3.1 technology to deliver Gigabit internet download speeds and blazing-fast WiFi to change how media is consumed in the connected home for Comcast Xfinity® internet subscribers and more. Currently in a nationwide rollout by Comcast, DOCSIS 3.1 cable internet service is a major development in the evolution of ultra-high-speed broadband […]

16 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

MSI GH70 Gaming Headset Introduced

Get Into The Game MSI is extremely proud to launch the Immerse GH70 Gaming Headset as the latest addition to its Gaming Gear line of peripherals. The Immerse GH70 is a gorgeous gaming headset that features driver unit with Hi-Res certification for incredibly detailed sound quality and virtual 7.1 audio for precise positioning. Fitting in seamlessly with the latest MSI high-end gaming products, Mystic Light RGB delivers brilliant lighting effects to let gamers light up the battlefield in the style of their choice. High-quality Driver Unit with Hi-Res Certification Using 50mm Neodymium driver units with Hi-Res certification, the Immerse GH70 provides highly detailed and crystal clear sound. Whether you’re trying to hear the enemy’s slightest movements or just looking to […]

16 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

GIGABYTE Q270 and Q170 Series Motherboards Updated

GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, announces that it is in the process to update BIOS for Q270, Q170, and X170-WS ECC Series Motherboards. Based on latest Intel ME firmware updates, GIGABYTE will update BIOS for Q270 and models of previous chipsets accordingly to ensure the models meet latest security standards. GIGABYTE updated the BIOS for X170, X150, B150 and B250 models that are already available on GBT website. On the other hand, GIGABYTE is also updating Q87, Q85, B85, and other impacted models. The updates will be available shortly on the GBT website. For updates to these Motherboards please visit their respective product pages or speak with your technical support team for assistance. […]

14 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

X2 KONDOR and KENTA Gaming Headsets Released

The KONDOR and KENTA are new gaming headsets by X2. Built with high quality speakers and microphone. The codename series are inspired Shinsengumi warriors from the ancient Japanese empire. The KONDOR and KENTA gaming headsets are designed with comfort, functionality and gaming enjoyment in mind. The headsets are connected by a single USB connector or 3.5mm aux jacks. Also featured is a microphone with sensitive input. The ear cup itself mostly covers your entire ear, closing off any outside interference that can cause distractions. Enjoy amazing audio and hear your opponent before you see him. Dominate the game with this sophisticated gaming headset. X2 – All geared up! Main Features: * Revolutionary sound quality * Cool color scheme, Logo with […]

13 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Samsung MS750 Sound+ Soundbar Introduced

Expanding Upon Samsung’s Sound+ Line, MS750 Sound+ Is This Year’s Flagship Soundbar, Available for Purchase Now Samsung Electronics America Inc., the leader in home entertainment, today launched the MS750 Sound+ Soundbar. The MS750 enhances the home theater experience by vertically expanding the sound stage, providing a deeper sense of immersion from a single unit with ultra-high quality audio, distortion cancelling, multi-speaker control and a wide-range tweeter. “Bringing the best viewing and listening experience to our home entertainment lineup is paramount at Samsung,” said Jim Kiczek, Vice President of Digital Audio/Video Marketing for Samsung Electronics America. “MS750 Sound+ Soundbar provides a sweet spot no matter where you sit with Samsung’s patented distortion cancelling technology.” The MS750 is a 5-channel soundbar composed […]

13 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

AMD AMD4U Program Announced

Industry-Leading Games and Applications Showcase Performance Capabilities of AMD Processors and Graphics AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) today announced AMD4U, a program designed to offer to PC buyers some of today’s best creative tools and gaming applications optimized for AMD processors and graphics. Kicking off the program, consumers purchasing an eligible AMD-powered system may qualify to receive up to three free games from the entire current Square Enix Collective indie portfolio, and/or may be eligible to receive up to two months of Adobe® Creative Cloud® or three months of the Creative Cloud Photography plan. This program highlights the continued commitment by AMD to empower content creators and gamers with incredible experiences, in collaboration with recognized industry leaders like Adobe and Square Enix. […]

12 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Super Talent TwoDrive Flash Drives Introduced

Award Winning Super Talent TwoDrive Has Fast USB 3.0 Speeds and Maximum Capacity Expanded. Super Talent Technology, a leading manufacturer of NAND Flash storage solutions and DRAM memory modules, unveils its new TwoDrive with Lightning and USB 3.0 connectors. Super Talents TwoDrive is a high-speed flash drive with Lightning and USB 3.0 dual end connectors to quickly and easily transfer files between devices, and works with use of free STT Mobile Manager app from App Store. The TwoDrive flash drive features a rotational connector design to allow user to swing the Lightning plug while the plug is in use. Product HighlightsEnlarge the storage space of your iPhone or iPad Save space by offloading files from your device Play music and […]

12 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ID-COOLING FROSTFLOW+ Series AIO Water Cooler Released

ID-COOLING a cooling solution provider focusing on thermal dissipation and fan technology research and production for over 10 years, announced FROSTFLOW+ Series AIO water cooler, featuring classic black and white theme design, high performance pump and new radiator design. The pump is designed with a simple C character with an improved light diffuser which can provide smooth and even lighting effect. Pump header has white LED lighting. Copper base contacts CPU to help the heat transfer. Micro fin submerged design increases the heat dissipation surface. The dimension of the whole water block is Ф65×43mm. Solid connectors are used on both ends of the premium sleeved tubing, more reliable & performance efficient. Inside the tubing is self-contained highly efficient and eco-friendly […]

12 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

COLORFUL iGame GTX1080Ti Neptune W Liquid-Cooled Graphics Card Introduced

Colorful Technology Company Limited, professional manufacturer of graphics cards and motherboards, officially debuts the international name for its liquid-cooled GPUs with the announcement of the Neptune series of graphics cards, starting off with the most powerful model which debuted in COMPUTEX, the iGame GTX1080Ti Neptune W. The iGame GTX1080Ti Neptune W ships with 3584 CUDA cores, and runs at a base clock frequency of 1594 MHz while the GPU Boost clock speed can go up to 1708MHz. To improve the performance even further, the iGame GTX1080Ti Neptune W has also been outfitted with GDDR5X memory module running at 11 Gbps that bring gamers more powerful game performance. The integrated water-cooling, named as Shielizer Cooler, which has inspirations from Vultune’s Shield. […]

10 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BenQ MH530FHD Home Entertainment Projector Announced

Packed With Features, the MH530FHD is the First 3,300-Lumen, Affordable ($549), Hassle-Free Projector With 10,000-Hour Lamp Life and 3-Year Warranty BenQ America Corp., an internationally renowned provider of visual display solutions, today announced its latest high-brightness, Full HD home entertainment projector: the MH530FHD. Delivering movies, TV shows, sports and fast-action video game content in 1080p resolution with 3,300 ANSI lumens and a high contrast ratio of 15000:1, the MH530FHD ensures brilliant color performance for any home theater space for screens up to 120″. At just $549 and offering a 3-year warranty, the MH530FHD delivers great value, perfect for consumers who’d like to enjoy big-screen entertainment without breaking the bank. “BenQ is releasing its best value home theater projector to date: […]

10 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG Q6 Smartphone Introduced

LG’s Newest Q Series Brings the Essential Features of LG’s Premium Devices and Elegant Design to a Mid-Range Portfolio LG (Electronics) today announced that the LG Q6, part of its new Q series, will be the first smartphone to offer the FullVision display following the LG G6. The Q series offers many of LG’s most sought-out premium features at a competitive price. LG’s Q series is the company’s latest line of powerful, mid-range smartphones boasting the essential features of LG premium phones at exceptional price points. As the first in the Q series to be announced, the LG Q6 features some of the most desired innovations from LG’s premium G6 smartphone and packages them in a sleek, stunning body highlighted […]