5 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

EA Need for Speed Game Announced

An Immersive Narrative Inspired by the Heroes of Today’s Car Culture Brings an Emotional and Authentic Experience to Need for Speed Ghost Games™, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) studio, announced today the car culture icons who have inspired the narrative behind the reboot of Need for Speed™, and revealed how technology is blurring the lines between live action film and in-game. Play as yourself in Need for Speed and witness the action from your own point of view as your entourage of friends and the icons entice you into the Five Ways to Play. Make choices that will determine your path through Ventura Bay as you build your reputation through the different styles of driving and progress on your journey […]

5 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Seagate Game Drive for Xbox Announced

Add 50+ Games and Even Take the Games with You Seagate Technology plc (NASDAQ:STX), a world leader in storage solutions, today announced at Gamescom the new 2TB Game Drive for Xbox®, the result of a strategic marketing relationship with Microsoft. This new external drive is designed to complement the Xbox color scheme and is set up for an easy plug-and-play connection with an Xbox One™ or Xbox 360® gaming console. “With all of the new and amazing titles expected for this holiday season and a ton more games coming in the future, Xbox gamers will need even more storage and portability,” said Matt Kesselring, business development manager for Microsoft’s designed for Xbox partner program. “Microsoft is privileged to be working […]

5 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

WD My Passport Cinema 4K Ultra HD Movie Storage Device Announced

WD and 20th Century Fox Partner to Offer 4K UHD Movies for Instant Purchase and Enjoyment WD®, a Western Digital (NASDAQ:WDC) company, and world leader in storage solutions, today announced the new My Passport® Cinema 4K Ultra HD (UHD) movie storage device, an easier and faster way to organize, store and enjoy high-definition digital movies and TV shows – including new releases in up to full 4K UHD resolution with high dynamic range (HDR) – on Samsung SUHD TVs and other VIDITY™-enabled devices. The new My Passport Cinema drive utilizes VIDITY technology to allow users to experience movies in crystal-clear, true 4K UHD picture and immersive audio. Users are able to enjoy 8.3 million pixels of stunning entertainment in minutes […]

5 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG Wine Smart Flip Smartphone Launched

Flip Phone with Android Lollipop Supports the Latest Apps and Multimedia Functions LG Electronics (LG) brings global consumers with its newest hybrid smartphone designed especially for a generation of users who are more accustomed to the feel of flip ― also known as folder or clamshell ― phones. Originally announced in the domestic Korean market as LG Gentle, the all-new LG Wine Smart will make its international debut later this month in target countries including France, Italy, Poland, Spain, Kazakhstan, Japan and the United Kingdom. The Wine Smart combines the familiarity of a folder phone with an easy-to-use touchscreen and the connectivity and power of a smartphone. Thanks to the positive response to the original Wine Smart introduced in Korea […]

5 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Nyth Gaming Mouse and Sova Modular Gaming Board to Debut at Gamescon 2015

• The hyper-modular gaming mouse and innovative gaming board to be front and center in Cologne • New ROCCAT Swarm driver software downloadable now Hamburg, 4 August 2015 – ROCCAT’s ambitious MMO-hybrid gaming mouse is here. With its completely hot-swappable side button grid, the ROCCAT Nyth represents a new standard in gaming gear customization. The Nyth adapts to the individual preferences of every gamer, regardless of genre. With loads of out-of-box configurations, the Nyth is a modular marvel with unlimited combinations tailored to gamer specificity. In its out of the box configuration the Nyth offers 36.738 different combinations using 33 buttons, plus side-grips “We’ve loved cracking the challenge of the Nyth,” says René Korte, founder and CEO of ROCCAT Studios. […]

5 August 20155 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BIOSTAR Gaming Z170X Motherboard Introduced

High Sensory Experience BIOSTAR a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards is proud to announce the release of its top-end Gaming Z170 series, the Gaming Z170X. Based on Intel’s next-gen Skylake processors, this ATX form factor sports a 2Gbe LAN capability. The Z170X features onboard USB 3.0 with dual front and back connectors for convenient use. The backward compatible USB 3.1 doubles the data transfer rate from 5Gbps to 10Gbps, making transferring your favorite games, music and movies even faster. Touch OC The Gaming Z170X features the Touch OC, exclusively developed by BIOSTAR allowing overclockers to enjoy the best performance from their system with a touch of a finger. Audio Featuring Super Hi-Fi Audio with 30uF ‘Golden’ plated audio […]

4 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Seagate 1200.2 Serial Attached SCSI Solid State Drive Announced

1200.2 SSD Engineered for Enterprise and Cloud Users Requiring Ultra-fast Performance and a Wide Range of Capacity and Endurance Options in a Single Platform Seagate Technology plc (NASDAQ: STX), a world leader in storage solutions, today announced the availability of the 1200.2 Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Solid State Drive (SSD). The Seagate® 1200.2 SAS SSD is the first product to result from a strategic alliance between Seagate and Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MU), announced in February 2015. “Enterprise and cloud users face record growing storage demands challenging the performance of their IT systems to churn through mass amounts of data, while being restricted by opex/capex expenditure limits,” said Brett Pemble, vice president of flash products, Seagate cloud systems and electronics […]

3 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUSTOR Surveillance Center 2.3 Software Released

More detailed permissions management with role-based access control, more automation for a larger variety of tasks, simplified and intuitive on-screen controls, and newly added compatibility for even more camera brands, providing even more options and flexibility for creating the ideal surveillance solution. ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has announced that Surveillance Center has officially upgraded to version 2.3. All ASUSTOR NAS users with surveillance needs are welcome to download and experience this new version firsthand. “With the growing global demand for IP surveillance solutions, we are very excited to be launching Surveillance Center 2.3 to meet these demands,” said James Su, Product Manager at ASUSTOR. “This new version of Surveillance Center increases system stability […]

3 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Noctua NM-i115x Skylake LGA1151 Socket Upgrade Mounting Kits Announced

Noctua today announced that it will continue its tradition of supplying customers with its premium-class SecuFirm2™ mounting kits for novel platforms free of charge. While most Noctua heatsinks support Skylake’s LGA1151 socket out of the box, older models can be upgraded with the NM-i115x kit at no additional cost. “We’re determined to provide the best possible support to our customers and over the years, we’ve sent many thousands of mounting kits free of charge to users who wanted to upgrade to new platforms”, says Mag. Roland Mossig (Noctua CEO). “With Skylake just around the corner, we’re pleased to announce that we’ll extend this offer for LGA1151. Owners of older Noctua retail heatsinks that don’t support LGA1151 out of the box […]

2 August 20152 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Vertagear SL-2000, SL-4000, and SL-5000 Gaming Chairs Presented at Gamescom

Gamescom 2015, the World’s largest event for interactive entertainment, will be located in Cologne, Germany from August 5th to August 9th. Organized by Bundesverband Interaktive Unterhaltungssoftware (Federal Association of Interactive Entertainment Software) will have over 800 exhibitors from more than 45 countries that will present their new and upcoming products to an attendance of around 335,000 visitors. Gamescom will have a total of 11 halls which includes an Entertainment Area, Fanshop Arena, Family and Friends Area, Event Level, Business Area, and Outdoor Area. Caseking, a leading European distributor of exclusive top brands and a renowned online-retailer, will be an exhibitor at Gamescom. Located in Hall 8.1, Booth A051, Caseking, the exclusive European Partner of Vertagear, will have the Racing Series […]

1 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

EVGA X99 Micro2 Motherboard Introduced

Engineered for the mATX Enthusiast The EVGA X99 Micro2 takes all the great features from the EVGA X99 Micro motherboard, and upgrades it with USB 3.1 Type-C, increased SATA ports, improved layout design + BIOS and refreshed look. The EVGA X99 Micro2 offers a stunning set of features and overclocking support, along with EVGA’s new GUI BIOS that focuses on the best overclocking support, functionality, and usability. INTEGRATED USB 3.1 TYPE-C Get your PC future proof ready with the EVGA X99 Micro2 motherboard. This motherboard features the next generation USB 3.1 Type-C connector that delivers transfer speeds of up to 10Gb/s for unbelievable performance. microATX FORM FACTOR Compact mATX form factor at 9.6in x 9.6in, yet still allows for enthusiast […]

1 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ADATA HD720 Rugged External Hard Drive Debuts

Large Capacity for Savoring the Biggest Adventures ADATA® Technology, a leading manufacturer of high performance DRAM modules and NAND Flash products, today launched the HD720 ruggedized USB 3.0 external hard drive. Featuring a sporty design, the HD720 has been crafted for travelers and users that demand the most durable portable storage. Highly robust, it meets strict dust, water, and shock resistance requirements and ships in several capacities up to 2TB. Whether on an adventurous personal journey or on tough duty assignment, users gain access to durable and easy to use storage with the HD720. Multiple Protection Fronts The HD720 complies with strict IEC/EN 60529 IP68 specifications and requirements. This means the unit offers complete dust tight protection for stable and […]

1 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

MSI Nightblade MI Gaming Desktop PC Launched

A Small And Powerful Gaming Rig As the leading gaming hardware brand, MSI is excited to launch a new, small and powerful gaming desktop PC: the MSI Nightblade MI. With a volume of only 10 liters, it’s even smaller than its predecessor, the MSI Nightblade Z97/B85. Despite its nifty dimensions, the Nightblade MI houses a full sized MSI GeForce GTX 960 graphics card. Coupled with Intel® Core™ technology and smart cooling solutions, the MSI Nightblade MI is an excellent choice for gaming enthusiasts around the world. With a full sized graphics card, the Nightblade MI brings grand graphics for grand gamers in a small case. With a performance increase of 15% while using 41% less power compared to the previous […]

1 August 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Motorola Moto G, Moto X Play and Moto X Style Smartphones Announced

It might not be something we like to admit, but we’re all in serious relationships with our phones. We trust them with our most personal questions, photos, stories and secrets. They never leave our sides. Most of us have slept with our phone1. And nearly 1 in 5 people would be more willing to give up seeing their significant other, showering or sleeping than having to go without their smartphone for a weekend1. Now that’s devotion. But let’s face it, most of the time, these relationships are one-sided. Our phones simply aren’t as devoted to us as we are to them. They desert us with a dead battery when we need them the most, embarrass us during important meetings, and […]

30 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Kinivo K300 4K HDMI Switch Introduced

K300 adds three HDMI ports to your TV so you can connect gaming consoles, Chromecast and more once you’ve run out of ports on your TV Kinivo, the creator of lifestyle consumer electronics designed to simplify or enhance daily life, today announces their new 4K HDMI Switch, the K300. The device is a quick and easy way to add additional HDMI ports to your TV and can deliver UHD content to TVs and video projectors that are 4K UltraHD compatible. The K300 is perfect for those who have run out of ports on their TV, but still have devices they want to connect such as multiple gaming consoles, cable boxes, DVD players, streaming sticks and laptops. The device is a […]

29 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Themis RES-XR5-1U Eight Drive Rack Mounted Server Announced

Designed for Converged Infrastructure Deployment Today Themis Computer® announced the eight drive, RES-XR5-1U rack mounted server. Designed for converged infrastructure deployments, the SWAP-ready, RES-XR5-1U-8D features two E5-2600 v3 Series Intel® Xeon® processors with up to fourteen cores per socket, 512 GB DDR4 ECC memory, eight removable 2.5 inch SATA or SAS disk drives, and two expansion slots in a 20 inch depth chassis. The RES-XR5-1U rack mounted server is designed for rugged scalable deployment of server-virtualized workloads, including Virtual Desktop integration. With 512 GB of memory and up to 32 terabytes of SSD storage, over 100 virtual machines and virtual containers can be supported by one RES-XR5-1U system. This server can be easily added to a mobile data center to […]

29 July 201529 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

G.SKILL Trident Z and Ripjaws V Series DDR4 Memory Released

Designed for 6th Gen Intel Core Processors G.SKILL International Enterprise Co., Ltd., the world’s leading manufacturer of extreme performance memory, solid state storage, power supplies, and gaming peripherals, is extremely thrilled to announce the first retail memory kit to break through the 4000MHz barrier and two brand new memory series – the Trident Z and Ripjaws V series – with updated performance specifications designed for the latest 6th generation Intel Core Processors and Z170 motherboards! Trident Z Extreme DDR4 Memory – It’s Over 4000! The new Trident Z DDR4 memory is the successor to the high-end Trident memory series and making its debut on the latest DDR4 standard, designed and tested for the next generation Skylake-S platform! For the first […]

Intel & Micron Unveil 3D XPoint Non-Volatile Memory Category Technology

28 July 201526 October 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Intel & Micron Unveil 3D XPoint Memory Technology

Intel Corporation and Micron Technology, Inc. today unveiled 3D XPointâ„¢ technology, a non-volatile memory that has the potential to revolutionize any device, application or service that benefits from fast access to large sets of data. Now in production, 3D XPoint technology is a major breakthrough in memory process technology and the first new memory category since the introduction of NAND flash in 1989.

28 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

FinalWire AIDA64 Extreme 5.30 Software Released

Microsoft Windows 10 and Intel Skylake Support FinalWire Ltd. today announced the immediate availability of AIDA64 Extreme 5.30 software, a streamlined diagnostic and benchmarking tool for home users; the immediate availability of AIDA64 Engineer 5.30 software, a professional diagnostic and benchmarking solution for corporate IT technicians and engineers; the immediate availability of AIDA64 Business 5.30 software, an essential network management solution for small and medium scale enterprises; and the immediate availability of AIDA64 Network Audit 5.30 software, a dedicated network audit toolset to collect and manage corporate network inventories. In parallel with the release of the new PC edition, the company’s mobile app portfolio has also been extended to a new platform: besides the three big mobile ecosystems, the software […]

28 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Mionix CASTOR Premium Gaming Mouse Announced

Superior ergonomic design merges with lightning fast technology in the ultimate right-handed gaming mouse Setting a new standard in ergonomic comfort and gaming performance, Mionix today announced the CASTOR, the latest entry in their stellar lineup of premium gaming mice. Named for one of the brightest stars in the night sky, the 6-button, multi-color opticalCASTOR mouse is crafted especially for right-handed gamers with dedicated ring and pinkie finger grooves and enhanced rubber grip, and features the outstanding technical performance that has made Mionix a cult favorite worldwide. The CASTOR’s unique shape has been developed to be used by right-handed players to equally support palm, claw and fingertip-grip. The mouse has a dedicated pinky-and ring-finger support-groove which makes it extremely […]

28 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Logic Supply TM100 Compact Thin Client Computers Introduced

With a range of small form factor systems, including industrial panel PCs, the company now offers fanless ThinManager Ready systems designed for virtually any application With the release of their TM100 compact Thin Client PC Industrial and Embedded computer manufacturer Logic Supply (www.logicsupply.com) now offers a full line of ACP certified ThinManager® Ready systems that give thin client users a state-of-the-art, highly-reliable, fanless virtualization solution with short lead times and locally-based sales and support. The TM100 joins the TM200, TM300 and TM400 in Logic Supply’s line of ACP certified hardened thin clients. Each system is completely fanless and ventless, protecting the hardware from damage due to dust and other airborne debris. “All of our hardware is built with reliability […]

24 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Panono Explorer Edition Panoramic Ball Camera Unveiled

The Panono Explorer Edition will be delivered to crowdfunding backers, and an additional 1,000 cameras being offered for purchase to tech and photography enthusiasts. Berlin-based technology company Panono has announced its plan to release the first edition of its highly anticipated Panono Camera, the first consumer camera to exceed 100 megapixels and instantly deliver high-resolution, 360° X 360° full-spherical panoramic images. The Panono Explorer Edition will be delivered to initial crowdfunding backers with shipping starting in September. Additionally, 1,000 cameras will be offered for purchase. “After four years of development and receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback from initial test users, we‘re eager to get the Panono Camera into the hands of our generous early-adopter tech and photography enthusiasts who‘ve supported us […]

24 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Uniden WDVR Wireless DVR HDD Launched

Uniden America Corp. has unveiled the Uniden Wireless DVR HDD (WDVR), the first fully integrated wireless DVR video surveillance system designed specifically for DIY small business and homeowners. The Uniden WDVR is available for sale exclusively through the Apple® Online Store for $499, or via the Uniden website at www.UnidenWDVR.com. The WDVR sets a new benchmark in security, as it is the only wireless DVR video surveillance system that offers simple and fast setup with intelligent, state-of-the-art capabilities to monitor homes or businesses from the palm of users’ hands via the Uniden WDVR mobile app. Featuring two dual-motion-sensor cameras with built-in microphones, one terabyte hard drive system that holds 120+ days of video recording capacity, and wireless camera transmission up […]

24 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG TONE Active Bluetooth Headset Introduced

Durable and Rugged with Vibrant Colors, Wearable Bluetooth Headset Designed for Maximum Mobility LG Electronics (LG) will begin the global rollout of the LG TONE Active, a new sportyBluetooth headset in its award-winning TONE series. The LG TONE Active will go on sale starting this month in North America and Korea, to be followed by key markets in Europe, CIS, Asia and Latin America throughout the third quarter. Perfect for both music listening and conversation and compatible with any Bluetooth-enabled smartphone, the LG TONE Active is water and sweat resistant with earbuds that retract fully into the headset to eliminate tangled cords. Designed with durability in mind to support the most active lifestyles, the LG TONE Active with its contoured […]

24 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

COUGAR 230M and 250M Gaming Mice Announced

COUGAR announces today the arrival of a revolutionary pair of gaming mice to the market: 230M and 250M. These mice’s significance comes not only from their specs or appearance, but also from the idea behind them: putting pro level gaming mice within everybody’s grasp COUGAR 250M The new 230M and 250M offer a solution to every gamer, including both right and left handed users: Their ambidextrous design is highly comfortable for everybody. While their appearance and objective is similar, there are differences between both: 230M has been designed for purists who care mostly about the mouse’s quality and accuracy, while 250M adds to that a broad functionality. COUGAR 230M Both products share many features essential for gaming. Both have a […]