27 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Garmin vívosmart HR Activity Tracker Introduced

With Wrist-Based Heart Rate and Smart Notifications Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced the vívosmart HR, a touchscreen activity tracker1 with ElevateTM wrist heart rate technology that provides a full suite of smart notifications. The vívosmart HR features a large sunlight readable display that’s always on. In addition to 24/7 heart rate monitoring, the vívosmart HR counts floors climbed and measures activity intensity. When paired with a compatible smartphone2, users can receive text, calls, email, calendar and social media alerts, control music, and more. The vívosmart HR activity tracker will be available for pre-orders today, and in Best Buy stores and at BestBuy.com on November 1. In Canada, Best Buy Canada and BestBuy.ca will […]

26 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BIOSTAR Hi-Fi Z170Z5 Combo Motherboard Introduced

Enjoy the power of the Z170 chipset without giving up your DDR3 BIOSTAR’s latest Intel based motherboard features a DDR4 + DDR3 combo solution, Super Durable Solid Capacitors, and the BIOSTAR 6+ Experience. With BIOSTAR’s enhancements users will enjoy mainboards that have enhancements in these areas of BIOSTAR expertise: Audio+, Video+, Speed+, Protection+, Durability+ and DIY+. BIOSTAR’s latest mainboard, the Hi-Fi Z170Z5 is based on Intel’s H170 chipset which is a single-chip design that supports Intel® 6th generation socket 1151 Intel® Core™ processors. DDR4 or DDR3 Combo Memory: The Biostar Hi-Fi H170Z5 features support of either DDR3 or DDR4 memory modules with 2-DIMM DDR3L-1866(OC)/1600/1333 for up to a 16G maximum capacity and 2-DIMM DDR4-2133/1866 for up to a 32G maximum […]

24 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

MSI WS60 Series Workstation Released

World’s Fastest, Most Efficient CPU/GPU Comes to Designers and Creative Professionals in Latest MSI ultra portable workstation -WS60 MSI today announced the latest ultra portable workstation – WS60 Series. MSI is the first in the professional market to launch mobile workstations with k It is a 15.6 inch model that delivers all necessary and powerful features of a workstation, yet is packed within an ultrabook-sized chassis. MSI engineers refine every detailed material and component of the new WS60 Series to harness potential and push performance to the limit while staying true to portability. It is equipped with Intel’s latest 6th Generation Core-i7 and Xeon processors, NVIDIA’s latest Quadro M-series GPU, all within 19.9 mm surprisingly thin chassis weighing only 1.95 […]

22 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Misfit Shine 2 Fitness and Sleep Monitor Announced

Yesterday Misfit announced Shine 2, the next generation of the award-winning Shine Fitness and Sleep Monitor. Fully redesigned and enhanced, Shine 2 leverages the best of Shine’s elegant aesthetic and introduces powerful new functionality. Shine 2 tracks activity and sleep more accurately with a 3-axis accelerometer and newly added 3-axis magnetometer. Users can now easily see progress and tell time in a halo of rainbow-colored lights, or get motivated with Misfit Move, a feature that encourages you to be active with a vibrational nudge. Text and call notifications and a silent vibe alarm are also new with Shine 2. Shine 2 incorporates more advanced hardware and firmware — which means dramatically improved touch responsiveness with capacitive sensing technology, faster syncing, […]

22 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Barnes & Noble NOOK GlowLight Plus eReader Introduced

First Waterproof and Dustproof NOOK for Worry-Free Reading Anywhere, Now Available in Barnes & Noble Stores and Online at NOOK.com for Just $129.99 with Free Lifetime In-Store Support Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE:BKS), the nation’s largest retail bookseller and the leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products, today announced the new NOOK GlowLight Plus, the Company’s first waterproof and dustproof1 device for worry-free reading anywhere – including the bath and the beach. The beautifully designed and lightweight brand new eReader offers an immersive and enjoyable reading experience in low light and bright sun thanks to our most advanced E Ink®display and a built-in ambient light. Starting today, NOOK GlowLight Plus is available in Barnes & Noble stores nationwide […]

22 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Team Group T151 Round & Lightweight Flash Drive Launched

Its Calm Gray & Blue Brings out the Fashion of Minimalism Team Group, the world’s leading memory brand, today launched its newest extreme lightweight flash drive, T151. Being the most compact soft rubber USB drive in the industry, you are able to carry it around wherever you go since it is as small and lightweight as a coin, and it is also easy to open/close the cap or use it one handed. Besides the advantage of being able to use it conveniently with one hand, now all your important data is at the grasp of your fingertips. T151’s design is inspired by the surface tension of water droplets. Its sleek sides make it even more eye catching for consumers. In […]

21 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Garmin Forerunner 230 and Forerunner 235 Running Watches Launched

Train Smarter with the Latest GPS Running Watches from Garmin Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced two of the company’s latest GPS running watches –the Forerunner 230 and the Forerunner 235. Tracking distance, pace, time, heart rate1 and more, the 230 and 235 keep runners on pace for their next personal record. The Forerunner 235 is the first product to feature Garmin Elevate wrist heart rate technology, which displays heart rate and zone on an easy-to-read, colorful graphic interface, so runners new to tracking heart rate can train more effectively. The Forerunner 230 pairs easily with a chest-worn strap to get all the same data right on the watch. When connected to a compatible […]

21 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

PQI iConnect Metallic Lightning Cables and the Power Bank Introduced

The iConnect, premium Metallic Lighting Cable, and Power Bank are designed and made for the latest Apple products, not only technically but also in terms of color. Foxlink, PQI, the world’s leading brand in peripheral storage accessories for portable devices has introduced a sleek metallic set of accessories to match your iPhone or iPad: the iConnect, Metallic Lightning Cables and the Power Bank. All three products are made to match Apple’s devices with their sleek, metallic design and color scheme. PQI’s iConnect, Lightning Cables and Power Bank, are a collection of accessories designed from the ground up to compliment your Apple device both in function and color. The iConnect is a flash drive that acts as a simple bridge between […]

21 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Tenda A301 N300 Universal Range Extender Announced

Expanding WiFi Networks to Every Nook and Cranny Expanding WiFi Networks to Every Corner, Floor, and Hidden Spot Tenda Technology Inc.®, a subsidiary of Shenzhen Tenda – an experienced, global brand of wired and wireless networking hardware – today announces wider availability for the A301 N300 Universal Range Extender in USA stores shipped from USA. The A301 is designed to improve the signal range and strength of existing IEEE 802.11b/g/n WiFi networks to cover poorly connected areas of the home, office, or even outside. Setup couldn’t be easier – by simply pressing the WPS button on any router, then pressing the corresponding button on the A301, it automatically connects to and boosts the power of the network. The smart signal […]

20 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

NETGEAR CM600 24×8-Channel Cable Modem Introduced

Stop paying modem rental fees and increase your broadband speeds for faster HD and 4K video streaming and online gaming at Gigabit cable Internet speeds NETGEAR®, Inc. (NASDAQ:NTGR) (www.netgear.com), a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses and service providers, is expanding its portfolio of next-generation DOCSIS® 3.0-compatible cable products that support the most extreme broadband speeds and service tiers offered by major U.S. cable Internet Service Providers. The new NETGEAR CM600 High Speed Cable Modem (www.netgear.com/cm600) is designed for cable Internet subscribers who want the industry’s fastest cable Internet download speeds for better HD and 4K streaming and gaming. The NETGEAR CM600 High Speed Cable Modem with a Gigabit Ethernet port has the latest DOCSIS 3.0-certified […]

20 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Toshiba AL14SE Enterprise Performance HDD Announced

Toshiba’s first enterprise performance 10,500 RPM HDD to support both 12Gbit/s SAS and 512n sector length Toshiba Corporation’s (TOKYO: 6502) Semiconductor & Storage Products Company today announced its newest enterprise performance hard disk drive (HDD) line, the AL14SE series, designed for mission critical servers and high-performance, high-availability storage systems. The AL14SE is Toshiba’s first 10,500 rotations per minute (RPM) HDD to support 12Gbit/s [1] SAS and 512n sector length for compatibility with the latest generation host controllers and host bus adapters. Sample shipment starts from today. The AL14SE features a new four platter design increasing storage capacity by 33 percent over the previous AL13SE generation models. The new AL14SE family is also updated with a 128MB data buffer for improved […]

20 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Amped Wireless TAP-EX3 Touch Screen AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender Unveiled

The High Power AC1750 Touch Screen Range Extender extends the reach of any router. Amped Wireless, the leading manufacturer of high power, long range wireless solutions for the home and office, is shipping the next model in its TAP Series of touch screen Wi-Fi devices, the TAP-EX3. The TAP-EX3 is a High Power Touch Screen AC1750 Wi-Fi Range Extender that expands the range of any 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi network with the tap of a finger. Designed to deliver whole-home Wi-Fi coverage, the TAP-EX3 features an incredibly fast and simple setup process that requires no other devices to complete. This addition to the Amped Wireless TAP series will transform the average consumer’s experience with Wi-Fi and the typical network setup process. The […]

20 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

MSI GS40 Phantom Gaming Laptop Released

Worlds thinnest and lightest gaming laptop powered by Intel Skylake and NVIDIA GTX 970M GPU delivers full-blown gaming experience, GT80 Titan available with Dual NVIDIA GTX 980 and Intel Skylake MSI Computer Corp, a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, announces the availability of the brand new GS40 Phantom, the world’s thinnest and lightest gaming laptop. Designed for mobile gamers who refuse to compromise on performance, MSI’s newest gaming laptop weighs only 3.5 lbs. and measures less than 0.86 inches thick, but is equipped with Intel’s 6th Generation Core i7 processor, NVIDIA GTX 970M GPU, and a variety of high-tech components, including PCI-E Gen3 SSD, DDR4 Memory, Super Port, and more. “The GS40 Phantom is a breakthrough in […]

19 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

MAINGEAR NOMAD 15 Gaming Laptop Launched

Desktop replacement gaming laptop armed with Intel’s full Desktop Skylake processor and a 4k G-Sync Display MAINGEAR, an award-winning PC system integrator of custom gaming solutions, pushes mobile gaming boundaries with the NOMAD 15, its newest gaming laptop packed with an arsenal of cutting-edge components, including up to Intel’s 6th Generation Core i7 6700k processor, NVIDIA GTX 980M graphics card , a 4k G-Sync technology, and more. A gaming and multimedia lovers’ dream, the NOMAD 15 delivers desktop processing power in a portable chassis. The flagship 15-inch notebook comes with a full desktop z170 chipset and is powered by Intel’s Skylake i7 6700k processor for incredible performance. In addition, the NOMAD 15’s NVIDIA GTX 980M delivers astounding graphics without screen […]

19 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG Nexus 5X Smartphone Released

Eagerly Anticipated Smartphone First to Offer Android 6.0 Marshmallow OS Starting today, Nexus 5X, the latest collaborative smartphone from Google and LG Electronics (LG), will be available in key markets for purchase. In addition to its availability on Google Store (https://store.google.com), major carriers and retailers in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, India, Korea and Japan will make the device available to the general public. Additional markets in Europe, Asia and Latin America will roll out the Nexus 5X in the weeks to come. As the third successful collaboration between LG and Google, Nexus 5X delivers the best of Google and LG know-how in a superb package. With a snappy Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 processor, advanced camera features and fingerprint […]

19 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BIOSTAR Gaming H170T Mainboard Announced

The cost and performance-balanced combination for professional gamers BIOSTAR’s latest gaming products cover both the mainboard and VGA card spaces with two products that offer a sweet spot for performance versus investment in hardware. The motherboard is the Gaming H170T which is the best valued motherboard of the Gaming Skylake platform (other brands are at least $169 and up) and the GPU is the Gaming GeForce GTW980Ti, a 6GB GDDR5, 384bit, full size PCB, high-end 3D graphic solution, supporting NVIDIA’s PhyX and CUDA technology at 4K resolutions. The Foundation: BIOSTAR’s latest mainboard, the Gaming H170T is based on Intel’s H170 chipset which is a single-chip design that supports Intel® 6th generation socket 1151 Intel® Core™ processors. Great Audio Performance: The […]

17 October 201517 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Turcom AcoustoShock Mini and AcoustoShock Move Handheld, Water-Resistant Bluetooth Speakers Unveiled

AcoustoShock Mini and AcoustoShock Move offer water-resistance and durability in portable form-factors for under $50 Turcom, an electronics brand that offers the most in-demand tech products at competitive price points, announces two innovations specifically engineered with the outdoor and urban commuting community in mind. The AcoustoShock Mini is a compact, wireless Bluetooth bike speaker designed to effortlessly mount on any bicycle’s handlebars. It can also be easily transformed into a portable, handheld speaker, weighing just 9.5 ounces. With its carefully crafted rugged exterior, AcoustoShock Mini is built to survive tough environments and active lifestyles, whether that be a light rain on the ride home from work or a little dirt from your hike in the mountains. A full list of […]

17 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Satechi Wireless Gamepad Mobile Gaming Device Introduced

Transforms iOS, Android and Windows Smartphones & Tablets into Full-Fledged Gaming Devices The new Satechi Wireless Gamepad is the ideal accessory for smartphone and tablet gamers. The iOS, Android and Windows compatible remote gives users the traditional gaming experience they crave, without the hassle of cumbersome or inaccurate touchscreen controls. The user-friendly, Bluetooth-enabled Wireless Gamepad boasts 14 buttons, two joysticks, and a directional pad. The integrated spring holder places the smartphone on a convenient viewing angle on the gamepad, keeping eyes on the game and both hands on the controls. Together, these two features provide users the ultimate gaming experience on any mobile device. The Wireless Gamepad has three available modes, depending on the platform gamers are using: iCade Mode […]

17 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Focal North America 300 Series In-Wall/In-Ceiling Speakers Launched

Three new models offer natural sound, ease of installation and flexible design Focal®, a leading French speaker manufacturer, today announces the company’s new 300 Series of in-wall / in-ceiling speakers (ICW). Featuring the company’s signature sound profile, the 300 Series uses a Flax sandwich cone in a two-way configuration that delivers a natural sound and incredible definition. There are three new models in the 300 Series ICW speaker lineup, an 8-inch, 6-inch model and 4-inch model; the 300ICW-8, 300ICW-6 and 300ICW-4respectively that maintain Focal’s historic acoustic signature, referred to as the “Spirit of Sound.” “From an aesthetics perspective, there is nothing quite like the experience consumers get from a great pair of in-wall or in-ceiling speakers that disappear in the […]

17 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Sony Electronics STR-ZA5000ES ES Receiver Announced

New Model Addresses a Variety of Custom Installation Needs Sony Electronics has announced the STR-ZA5000ES, a new ES receiver which has been specifically designed to serve as the centerpiece for “next generation” home entertainment systems. The new high powered (130 watts x 9 channel) flagship model supports the latest 4K Ultra HD applications, making it the ideal solution for the most demanding custom installations. The new model also includes a full range of convenient features that address virtually every system integrator’s needs. “The ZA5000ES has been designed to provide solutions for practically any system integration requirement”, said Yamato “Tank” Tanikawa, director, Home Entertainment & Sound, Sony Electronics. “Additionally, its advanced audio and video performance make it the perfect complement for […]

17 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

SteelSeries Rival 100 Optical Gaming Mouse Introduced

The New Rival Lives Up to Its Name with a $39.99 / €39.99 Price Tag and Unbeatable Tracking Accuracy SteelSeries, the leading global manufacturer of gaming peripherals, introduced the Rival 100 as the best-performing entry-level mouse available. The Rival 100 gives gamers 40% higher tracking accuracy and movement-tracking speeds up to 33% faster than top competitive mice. In addition to delivering the performance needed to match the reaction time of the world’s best gamers, the Rival 100 has customizable Prism RGB illumination and an ergonomic form-factor designed to fit the grip of all gamers. “We determined early-on that we weren’t going to sacrifice anything when designing the Rival 100. In fact, it was our goal to develop a multi-button gaming […]

16 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Spire CLEARSTAR 140mm Nano-Tech Bearing Fan Series Released

Computer thermal specialist Spire is introducing the new line and size of 140mm DC cooling fans, code named: CLEARSTAR series. With the new CLEARSTAR fan series Spire is extending its already impressive lineup of DC cooling fans for the personal, gaming and networked computer systems. CLEARSTAR fans are designed for the PC enthusiast that demand additional cooling, better system airflow and silent solutions. By implementing the proprietary Nano-Tech bearing this fan is already more silent than traditional sleeve- or ball-bearing fans. Furthermore the size have increased which enables the fan to spin at a lower speed. Lastly, the impellor blades have been shaped and balanced in a way that it moves more air, creates better air pressure and is more […]

15 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

JBL Studio 2 and Arena Series Architectural Speakers Introduced

JBL Studio 2 and Arena Series Custom-Installed Home Audio Speakers Match Sleek Aesthetic with Premium, Theater-Quality Sound HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated (NYSE:HAR), the premier connected technologies company for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced two new architectural home speaker lines for the custom home audio installation market. The JBL Studio 2 and JBL Arena architectural lines are expertly engineered with a seamless design that blends into any wall or ceiling, and produce best-in-class sound. These new in-wall and in-ceiling speakers are engineered to complement the existing JBL Studio 2 and JBL Arena loudspeakers, providing consumers with several configuration and application options. Designed for the custom installer, the JBL Studio 2 and JBL Arena architectural speaker lines meet homeowners’ needs […]

15 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Tenda TEF1008P 8-port Desktop Switch Debuts

Brings Power, Ethernet, and Simplicity to Wherever Needed With PoE and Auto-Negotiation Ports Tenda Technology Inc.®, a subsidiary of Shenzhen Tenda – an experienced, global brand of wired and wireless networking hardware – today announces availability of the TEF108P in America. TEF108P is an eight-port 10/100Mbps unmanaged switch that requires no configuration and provides auto-negotiation and four PoE (Power over Ethernet) ports. This desktop switch is designed with ease of installation and management in mind. RJ45 auto-negotiation ports remove the need for a complicated pairing process and the four PoE ports eliminate the need for sockets or drilling. The TEF1008P easily expands any home or office network to reach IoT and Security devices in tricky locations. Easy To Use; Easy […]

15 October 201515 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Giada GT400 MicroServer Launched

All-round MicroServer designed for small and medium enterprises Giada’s GT400 MicroServer is a 4-Bay storage system for Windows and Linux OS, built for low power consumption and 24/7 reliability. The GT400 supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10, and provides convenient & secure file sharing and networking features for small to medium sized enterprises and new startups while facilitating high efficiency and quick sharing functionality. Use case scenarios include small data centers, file servers, web servers, mail servers and print servers. MicroServers are an emerging form factor for servers designed for different scales of data centers and storage systems. Even within the MicroServer category, there is no one-size-fits-all answer for system design or processor choice. The GT400 can be run […]