15 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

StarTech.com Dual-bay RAID Enclosure Released

StarTech.com’s 2.5” RAID enclosure lets users expand their laptop with high-performance storage StarTech.com has announced the release of their latest external storage solution, a dual-bay RAID enclosure for 2.5” SATA drives (SKU: S252BU33R). The enclosure makes it easy for laptop users to expand their system storage options with the speed of solid-state drives and a single USB 3.0 host connection which is especially valuable for ultra-portable laptops that only offer a limited number of USB ports. The new RAID enclosure takes advantage of the compact build of 2.5” SATA drives, with a small-footprint design that takes up minimal desk space. The enclosure also features USB-powered performance and features a sleek design that matches the appearance of modern laptops. An optional […]

15 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Thonet & Vander Ratsel BT 2.1 Speaker System Introduced

Now available in the U.S., German-engineered Ratsel BT combines high density wood construction and Wider FX technology to maximize your multimedia experience Thonet & Vander, the German audio company that specializes in merging technology and design for state of the art sound, announces the availability of Ratsel BT Bluetooth 2.1 speaker system in the U.S. The system is composed of HDAA high density wood, an exclusive technological development by Thonet & Vander which maximizes acoustic performance. Ratsel BT, like all Thonet & Vander systems, also offers Antimagnetic Shield® technology, that blocks out external interferences. Ratsel BT defines Thonet & Vander’s signature minimal distortion rate for superbly clear audio even at high volume. The system also offers Bluetooth input for wireless […]

15 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Super Talent SATA Slim SJ2 Flash Disk Modules Announced

The SATA Slim SJ2 is Super Talent’s latest flash solution for embedded systems Super Talent Technology, a leading manufacturer of NAND Flash storage solutions, announces its SATA Slim SJ2. Super Talent’s SATA Slim flash disk modules are used extensively in industrial and embedded computing applications. These low power high performance SSDs are utilized in solutions such as: medical instruments, point–of–sale terminals, laptops, and surveillance set–ups every day. The SATA Slim is a great choice when physical space is a limiting factor for a host system. Capacity – Part Number 16GB – FML016MURM 32GB – FML032MURM 64GB – FML064MURM 128GB – FML128MURM The SATA Slim SJ2 can be built with industrial parts that withstand extreme temperature ranges for applications in much […]

15 July 201513 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BitFenix Alchemy 2.0 LED Strips Introduced

Alchemy 2.0 LED strips now make it easier than ever to illuminate your system thanks to powerful magnets embedded directly into the LED strip substrate – It only takes a minute to open your case, connect the alchemy strip to your PSU and attach it to your case! Whether you want to simply illuminate your components with natural looking white light or give your system a cool color theme with either red, blue, green or purple alchemy strips, or illuminate the bottom of your case to give it a cool bottom glow, theres no faster and easier way to make your system look like a lean mean gaming machine. Alchemy 2.0 magnetic LED strips are based on the same TriBright […]

14 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

SanDisk iNAND 7232 EFD Storage Solution Debuts

SanDisk Designs Advanced Embedded Storage Device to Meet Rising Demand for Digital Storage Capacity and Enhanced Smartphone Photography Capabilities SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK), a global leader in flash storage solutions, today introduced the iNAND® 7232 storage solution, a new, advanced embedded flash drive (EFD) optimized to deliver best-in-class imaging performance and superior storage capacity in flagship mobile devices. Available in capacities up to 128GB1, the iNAND 7232 storage solution enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to introduce smartphones, tablets and other connected devices that feature ample storage to meet the needs of increasing consumer content while providing data-rich application experiences and next-generation digital photography capabilities. “From North America to China, consumers are demanding higher and higher capacity storage,” said Christopher Bergey, SanDisk’s […]

14 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

NETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi Router Introduced

The next generation in AC1750 Smart WiFi Routers offers great value as it is packed with features and the latest technologies to boost performance and range for faster streaming and gaming at home NETGEAR®, Inc. (NASDAQ:NTGR) (www.netgear.com), a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses and service providers, today expanded its portfolio of Smart Routers with theNETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi Router (R6400) (www.netgear.com/r6400). A new design that includes high power amplifiers, external antennas and Airtime Fairness®, combined with implicit and explicit Beamforming, boosts this router’s WiFi performance at long range by up to 80 percent over the previous-generation NETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi Router, the R6300. Packed with user-friendly features such as new remote network management via the […]

14 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

PowerColor R9 FURY 4GB HBM Graphics Card Announced

Don’t Just Upgrade. Revolutionize. TUL Corporation, a leading and innovative manufacturer of AMD graphic cards since 1997, has proudly announced a new graphics card that has the capability of the highest gaming power in the most advanced GPU ever created for PC gaming. The PowerColor R9 Fury 4GB HBM is the world’s first graphics card with AMD-pioneered High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) integrated on-chip delivering 60% more memory bandwidth over GDDR5 powering performance and bleeding-edge technology. True GPU Paradigm Shift HBM is a new type of memory chip with low power consumption, ultra-wide communication lanes, and a revolutionary new stacked configuration. HBM’s vertical stacking and fast information transfer open the door for truly exciting performance in innovative form factors, not to […]

12 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

MSI X99A GODLIKE GAMING Motherboard Released

MYSTIC LIGHT RGB LEDs, Audio Boost 3 PRO and Killer DoubleShot-X3 PRO ensure a gameplay experience out of this world MSI, world leading in motherboard technology, announces the most powerful X99 gaming solution, the X99A GODLIKE GAMING motherboard. Featuring Killer DoubleShot-X3 Pro, Turbo M.2 connectivity, 2X Faster USB 3.1 Type-A and Type-C and a whole new gaming oriented LED feature, MYSTIC LIGHT, the X99A GODLIKE GAMING is the most powerful motherboard to serve you in battle. Style your PC with the RGB LEDs from Mystic Light The X99A GODLIKE GAMING is world’s first RGB LED motherboard, supporting more than 2000 colors and many style presets such as breathing, flashing and waving. Make your build look on fire or cold as […]

12 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ADATA PV150 Power Bank Launched

Long-lasting Power, Enduring Elegance ADATA® Technology, a leading manufacturer of high-performance DRAM modules and NAND Flash products, today launches its PV150 Power Bank. Featuring a leather-textured exterior with smooth streamlined design, a bright LED power level indicator shows how much power remains for more charging. The PV150 Power Bank is available in black, white, or blue and packs a huge 10000mAh capacity. An Elegant Look Meets Non-stop Charging Inspired by luxury, the PV150 features a leather-like cover, unveiling a sense of high quality. Thanks to its elegantly streamlined easy-grip design, you can carry your PV150 with confidence. With a smudge-free leather-textured exterior colored in your choice of black, white, or blue, the opulently stylish PV150 Power Bank comes with a […]

12 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

DropAP Wireless Router Announced

IndieGoGo Campaign Aims to Change What Consumers Expect through a Wi-Fi Router Combined with Cloud Service DropAP today announced the commencement of fundraising for a new wireless router with some innovative features aimed at making the wireless router the centerpiece of the home. Housed in a striking design that stands out from other black boxes, DropAP blends the functionality of a high performance smart router with cloud services and mobile apps that extend beyond the home, all at a price that fits any budget. The DropAP device functions as a concurrent dual-band wireless 802.11ac WiFi Access Point router. The campaign is available for funding at https://igg.me/at/dropap from July 9 through August 23, 2015. DropAP will ship in September 2015 with […]

10 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

OCZ Trion 100 SSD Released

New TLC-based SATA III SSD offers an affordable and reliable performance upgrade for mainstream notebooks and desktops OCZ Storage Solutions, a Toshiba Group Company, today announced the availability of the Trion 100 SSD series. Leveraging Toshiba Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND flash and Toshiba controller technology, the Trion 100 series was designed to deliver a superior balance of performance, reliability, endurance and value, providing an easy and affordable way for entry-level users to enhance their mobile or desktop systems. With the aim of offering a superior computing experience over today’s hard drives, the Trion 100 series demonstrates that “value” doesn’t have to mean low performance. Rated for excellent sequential read speeds up to 550MB/s, sequential write speeds up to 530MB/s and […]

9 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

AOC’ U2870VQE 4K Ultra HD Monitor Introduced

AOC, a worldwide leader in monitor display technology, today announces their U2870VQE, an affordable 28-inch 4K monitor with 3840 x 2160 Ultra HD Resolution. The 28″ large screen size offers more space and four times the resolution of a Full HD display and delivers clear crisp images to the value-minded shopper. The display features a professional non-glare TN panel with fast refresh and response times, along with 1 billion colors for rich details and ample connectivity options. The U2870VQE monitor is available today on sale at Microcenter for $349 ($499 MSRP). Ultra High Definition (UHD) allows users to see more on the screen at one time and gives more real estate to the user. It also shows more detail for […]

9 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG G4 Beat Smartphone Launched

Advanced Display, Advanced Camera and Striking Design Come Together to Create an Exceptional Phone Without the Exceptional Price LG Electronics (LG) officially unveiled its newest variant of its widely praised LG G4 flagship smartphone. The LG G4 Beat1 retains the best features and functions of the LG G4, delivering value without compromising performance or usability. The LG G4 Beat will make its debut this month in key markets in Europe and Latin America, including France, Germany and Brazil before rolling out globally in markets such as Canada, India, Russia, Singapore, South Africa and Turkey, among others. The LG G4 Beat comes with a 5.2-inch Full HD IPS Display, which is clearer, sharper and more responsive than anything offered by LG […]

9 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Phanteks Enthoo PRO M PC Case Announced

Phanteks today announce the release of the budget friendly, Enthoo PRO M. The PRO M’s look is based on the award-winning Enthoo Pro while the interior is based on the open concept of the Enthoo EVOLV ATX. The PRO M combines the features of the EVOLV ATX and the design of the original Enthoo PRO. Unleash unlimited possiblities with the Enthoo PRO M. Like the original Enthoo PRO, the PRO M retains the brushed plasitc with the aluminum appearance and comes in two color, Black and Titanium Green. The PRO M’s I/O port now resides on the side of the front panel creating a simple but elegant design without the cost. The PRO M will feature a large interior to […]

8 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

StarTech.com Travel, Essential, Professional and Specialty Docking Stations Announced

Docking station line expands to include families of Travel, Essential, Professional and Specialty docks New families of docking stations have been released by StarTech.com, creating the most comprehensive line of universal USB 3 and Thunderbolt docking stations in the industry. The families of docking stations are categorized into Travel, Essential, Professional, and Specialty docks. “With laptops getting smaller and thinner, there is a trend away from old proprietary docking stations and replicators in favor of more universal designs with a longer life, better compatibility, and easier large-scale deployment. StarTech.com is at the forefront with those products,” said Carey Cline, Senior Product Manager at StarTech.com. Docking Stations Families: · Travel – Ideal for mobility and professionals that travel frequently and need […]

8 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Thecus VPN Server Support Introduced

Easily transform your Thecus NAS into a VPN Server or VPN Client With VPN Server support, you can easily turn their Thecus NAS into a VPN server. Users with authorization to the NAS will have secure remote access to resources shared within the local area network of your Thecus NAS. VPN services are becoming very attractive with needs for networking capabilities expanding. Individuals working away from the office can easily and securely access their company’s network, much like a LAN. Likewise, users away from home can securely access their data through a private connection. Thecus NAS utilize the L2TP VPN protocol, an extension of the Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP). L2TP combines the features of PPTP and L2f to generate a […]

8 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Razer League of Legends Scouter Messenger Add-on Launched

New Razer Comms add-on brings detailed in-game player information and crystal-clear voice chat to League of Legends Razer™, a world leader in connected devices and software for gamers, today announced the launch of League of Legends (LoL) Scouter, the VoIP messenger add-on for the popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) video game. The latest version of the software has a new URL feature that provides Razer Comms users with an alternative method to invite teammates into calls. The update was redesigned in line with LoL developer Riot’s third-party app guidelines and is available now. LoL Scouter enables communication via voice chat for match-made teams and gives detailed information about opponent skill levels to players of LoL, which has 70 […]

7 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Amped Wireless ATHENA HighPower AC2600 Wi-Fi Router Introduced

Ultimate Wi-Fi coverage and bandwidth for the most demanding multi-user households Amped Wireless, the leading manufacturer of high power, long range wireless solutions for the home and office, today announced that its new flagship ATHENA HighPower™ AC2600 Wi-Fi® Router with MU-MIMO is now available. Designed to meet the needs of demanding, high activity households with multiple devices, the ATHENA provides enough horsepower to easily manage music downloads, video chats, 4K content streaming and gaming all at the same time for everyone. Featuring ground breaking MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multi-Input, Multi-Output) technology, the ATHENA eliminates buffering by allowing for simultaneous data streaming to multiple devices. As with all Amped Wireless products, the ATHENA also features the latest high power technology for ultimate Wi-Fi […]

6 July 20156 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Polaroid Cube+ Lifestyle Action Camera Released

The New Polaroid Cube+™ Lifestyle Action Camera Will Begin Shipping End of August Hot on the heels of its debut at CE Week 2015, Polaroid’s next generation lifestyle action camera, the new Wi-Fi-enabled Polaroid Cube+, is available for pre-orders at www.polaroidcube.com/cubeplus. In 2014, the Polaroid Cube lifestyle action camera broke the mold and challenged the notion that action cameras are solely the tools of extreme sports enthusiasts. With its 35mm cube-shaped form factor, fun colors and accessories, competitive feature set and a sub $100 price-point, the Polaroid Cube opened the market to everyday consumers and families who wanted to capture their less than extreme memories. “We knew we had to take an entirely different approach when we introduced the PolaroidCube,” […]

6 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Samsung Electronics 2-TB 850 PRO and 850 EVO SSDs Released

New Samsung SSD solutions provide consumers with maximized SATA performance, power efficiency and high capacity Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a market leader in advanced memory technology and an innovator in consumer electronics, today introduced the 2-terabyte (TB) 850 PRO and 850 EVO solid state drives (SSDs). Samsung’s 3D Vertical NAND (V-NAND) based retail SSD lineup now features 20 different products with a wide range of capacity options from 120 gigabyte (GB) to 2TB. Available in 50 countries, the launch of the 2TB drives addresses the ever-increasing consumer demand for high-performance and high-capacity memory solutions. “Samsung experienced surge in demand for 500 gigabyte (GB) and higher capacity SSDs with the introduction of our V-NAND SSDs. The release of the 2TB SSD […]

6 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG Display Advanced In-Cell Touch (AIT) Panels for Notebook PCs Launched

Lighter and Slimmer LCD Panels with Advanced In-Cell Touch Technology for Notebook PCs LG Display, the world’s leading innovator of display technologies, announced today that it will start mass production of Advanced In-Cell Touch (AIT) panels for notebook PCs, which will make the devices drastically slimmer and lighter, in the second half of this year. The new Full HD LCD panel incorporating the ‘In-Cell’ touch function is an exclusive development by LG Display. The AIT is an advanced in-cell touch technology that employs a touch sensor embedded within the LCD panel, replacing the ‘add-on’ type that places the touch panel on top of the LCD. The panels with the AIT technology have earlier been introduced for smartphones such as LG […]

4 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

GIGABYTE AMD RadeonTM R9 Fury X and G1 GAMING Graphics Cards Launched

Rise to the turbo of games with the premium gaming grade graphics lineup GIGABYTE, the world’s leading gaming hardware brand, expands its AMD product portfolio by a total of 7 new models, which include the Radeon™ R9 Fury X high-end graphics card and a complete line of custom-designed R9/R7 300 series graphics cards, targeting various segments with revolutionary technology and unique gaming features. Powered by the most advanced Fiji GPU, the Radeon R9 Fury X is a compactly designed graphics card equipped with 4GB of innovative High Bandwidth Memory (HBM), delivering incredible performance for the future of 4K gaming and Virtual Reality applications. The Fury X is water cooled with a closed-loop liquid cooling system, providing an extremely cool, quiet, […]

4 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Sony Electronics SRS-X77, SRS-X88 and SRS-X99 Wireless Speakers Released

With Powerful Sound and Connectivity to Premium Audio Lineup Sony Electronics announced today three new premium wireless speakers, the SRS-X77, SRS-X88 and SRS-X99. Like the HT-ST9 and HT-NT3 sound bars and STR-DN1060 and STR-DN860 A/V receivers, all three wireless speakers have Google Cast™ and Spotify Connect, as well as Multi-room capability via the Song Pal app. The SRS-X88 and SRS-X99 speakers also boast Hi-Res audio capability. Powerful Sound The SRS-X99 boasts truly immersive sound with 154 Watts and seven speakers: Two super tweeters, two front tweeters, two mid-range drivers and a single subwoofer. The two Super Tweeters extend clarity at the higher frequencies and help create a wide soundstage ideal for Hi-Resolution listening. Two Magnetic Fluid Speaker Mid-Range drivers deliver […]

4 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

EVGA GeForce GTX 980 Ti Classified ACX 2.0+ Video Card Introduced

Built for the Extreme Overclocker Introducing the EVGA GeForce GTX 980 Ti Classified. Accelerated by the groundbreaking NVIDIA Maxwell architecture, and combined with enthusiast features such as 14+3 Power Phases, Dual BIOS support and more, the EVGA GeForce GTX 980 Ti Classified delivers unmatched overclocking and performance. With 2816 NVIDIA CUDA Cores and 6GB of GDDR5 memory, it has the horsepower to drive whatever comes next. This card also features EVGA ACX 2.0+ cooling technology. EVGA ACX 2.0+ brings new features to the award winning EVGA ACX 2.0 cooling technology. A memory MOSFET Cooling Plate (MMCP) reduces MOSFET temperatures up to 13%, and optimized Straight Heat Pipes (SHP) reduce GPU temperature by an additional 5C. ACX 2.0+ coolers also feature […]

4 July 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ADATA SP600NS34 M.2 2242 SATA 6Gb/s SSD Launched

Ultra Compact, Most Power-Saving ADATA® Technology, a leading manufacturer of high-performance DRAM modules and NAND Flash products, today launches the Premier SP600NS34 M.2 2242 SATA 6Gb/s SSD for Ultrabooks and desktop PCs. To meet the latest platform and users’ expectations, “slimmer, faster, and power-saving”, ADATA’s Premier SP600NS34 features multiple functions to enhance efficiency, such as DEVSLP, BCH ECC technology, and Intel® Smart Response Technology. If you are seeking a new solution to upgrade your Ultrabook, the Premier SP600NS34 will be a great choice with the best cost-performance ratio! A Smarter Choice – Fast, Compact and Power-Saving The Premier SP600NS34 comes in capacities of 128GB and 256GB, and adopts the smallest SSD form factor – M.2 2242, with measurements of only […]