12 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Lian Li PC-O8 Dual-Compartment Chassis Launched

Tempered Glass Panels and RGB Lighting Put the Spotlight on Hardware Lian-Li Industrial Co. Ltd today launches the PC-O8 dual-compartment chassis. Comprised of aluminum and tempered glass, the PC-O8 allows DIY builders to show off their high-end, intricate setups, while hiding cables and less eye catching components in the large compartment behind the motherboard tray. Two Compartments Through the front glass panel, the PC-O8 is divided into two zones. Zone 1 allows DIY enthusiasts to show off their motherboard and graphics cards through the edge-to-edge side panel windows. On the other side of the motherboard tray, Zone 2 gives plenty of room for cables and less eye-catching components such as hard drives and the power supply. Adjustable RGB Interior Lighting […]

12 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BIOSTAR Gaming Z170X Intel Skylake Motherboard Launched

At this year’s Computex trade show in Taipei, BIOSTAR showcased upcoming Intel 100 series chipset motherboards, gaming oriented motherboards and VGA cards as well as mini PCs designed for Karaoke and IPC Embedded solutions. BIOSTAR “Gaming Z170X” motherboard turned out to be the star product this year at Computex. Based on the Intel Z170 chipset with support for Intel’s Skylake CPU and DDR4 memory, the kit comes with BIOSTAR’s Gaming Commander Box, Gaming Armor design, on-board USB 3.1 Type C connector and Dual GbE LAN (Intel & Killer) along with PCIe M.2, SATA Express and Touch OC. Also on display were the Intel 100 series chipset based motherboards Z170, H170, B150 that support the 6th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor family […]

12 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Creative Sound Blaster FRee Bluetooth Speaker Released

Dual-Orientation Wireless Speaker with Loud Wide Stereo, 360-Degree Sound, Powerful Bass, Built-in MP3 Player and Speakerphone is Small Enough To Fit Into a Bag Creative Technology Ltd today announced the Sound Blaster® FRee, its latest multifunction portable Bluetooth speaker with two custom-tuned Neodymium drivers and twin passive radiators that deliver massive full-range audio with powerful bass. Featuring dual-orientation playback, the Sound Blaster FRee can be placed either horizontally for wide stereo imaging or vertically for 360-degree sound. This powerful yet lightweight speaker boasts a compact cylindrical form factor small enough to fit comfortably in the user’s hand and carried in a bag, giving users the freedom to play music out loud everywhere they go. Everyone can experience awesome music now […]

12 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Razer Kraken Pro Headset Unveiled

Inline volume and mute controls now included with the all-new version of the most popular headset for eSport athletes Razer™, a world leader in connected devices and software for gamers, today announced the improved Razer Kraken Pro gaming headset. The Razer Kraken Pro now comes with inline controls for volume and mic mute in addition to its fully retractable microphone. “The Razer Kraken Pro encompasses everything serious gamers need in a headset,” says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder and CEO. “By adding inline controls, the most popular headset among eSports athletes is now more functional than ever.” Available in green, black and white, the Razer Kraken Pro is designed for ultimate comfort, delivering an unmatched balance of weight, functionality and performance. […]

11 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ViewSonic LightStream Full HD 1080p Projectors Announced

The Latest LightStream Series of Projectors Feature Full HD 1080p Resolution and Deliver True-to-Life Color, Enhanced Sound Technology and Smart Design ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solution products, introduces its LightStream™ Full HD 1080p projector series for data projection or home entertainment. The LightStream™ Full HD 1080p series of projectors include the PJD7825HD (black chassis), PJD7830HDL (white chassis), and PJD7835HD (black chassis), with a brightness range from 3000 lumens to 3500 lumens. Engineered with the company’s SuperColor™ technology which features a newly designed color wheel, these LightStream 1080p projectors deliver best-in-class color accuracy in an intuitive, sleek, and user-friendly form factor. The output of brightness and color from these projectors are true-to-life in just about any lighting […]

11 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Logitech G29 Driving Force Feedback Racing Wheel Introduced

Logitech G29 Driving Force Features Hand-Stitched Leather, Dual-Motor Force Feedback and All-Steel Pedals With Clutch Logitech (SIX:LOGN) (NASDAQ:LOGI), a leading innovator of gaming peripherals, today announced the Logitech® G29 Driving Force, a force feedback racing wheel licensed for PlayStation®4 (PS4™) and PlayStation®3 (PS3). Built for precision racing and long-lasting reliability, the Logitech G29 Driving Force features a dual-motor force feedback transmission with anti-backlash helical gearing, hand-stitched leather-wrapped rim, and stainless steel throttle, brake, and clutch pedals. “Our fans have been asking for a PS4 wheel since launch of the system,” said Ujesh Desai, vice president and general manager of the Logitech gaming business. “For the past 18 months we have been working with Sony to deliver a fully-licensed racing wheel […]

10 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ODG R-7 Smart AR Glasses Debut

World’s Most Advanced Smart Glasses Provide a Truly Mobile Augmented and Virtual Reality Solution for Commercial Use Osterhout Design Group (ODG) today announced the R-7, the world’s most advanced Smart Glasses featuring stunning ultra-transparent 3D stereoscopic displays and packed with innovative technologies in an all-new dramatically smaller, lighter and sleeker design. The groundbreaking R-7 requires no external computing or other support and delivers an unparalleled user experience of display clarity, on-board processing power and system accuracy. R-7 includes the powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 805 processor from Qualcomm Technologies Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, and delivers superior performance and power efficiency; advanced HD camera to capture and share the user’s point of view; ultra-fast wireless technologies; and ReticleOS, ODG’s operating system […]

10 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Samsung Display Mirror and Transparent OLED Display Panels Introduced

Displays combine Intel® Real Sense™ technology with Samsung’s most advanced OLED technology Samsung Display Co., Ltd. unveiled the industry’s first Mirror and Transparent OLED display panels in a dazzling state-of-the-art showcase for personalized shopping and informational browsing, held this week at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The exhibit features the first retail use of advanced commercial OLED panels – a “virtual necklace” display for the world renowned Chow Sang Sang jewelry company. The new Samsung Display OLED panel technology provides a digital viewing platform for making the consumer purchasing experience more visually engaging. When Samsung’s OLED display technology is integrated with Intel® Real Sense™ technology, a visually compelling, interactive closet or “self-modeling” wardrobe is created that can enable […]

10 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Logitech K400 Plus Wireless Touch Living Room Keyboard Announced

The Logitech Wireless Touch Keyboard K400 Plus Lets You Comfortably Control Your Computer Screen on Your TV Today Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) announced the Logitech® Wireless Touch Keyboard K400 Plus, a living room keyboard that lets you comfortably control your computer screen on your TV. The K400 Plus features a wireless range of up to 33 feet and an integrated touchpad, making it easy to stream movies, TV shows, music and other entertainment on your PC from your couch. “The living room is a place where we come to relax, entertain ourselves and connect with friends and family,” said Charlotte Johs, global vice president of computer peripherals at Logitech. “The Logitech Wireless Keyboard K400 Plus makes it easy to […]

10 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

KTC L91F Series TVs Unveiled

As essential home appliances, TV are experiencing increasing changes of late. An excellent TV product is not only powerful experience in appearance, but also has outstanding performance. Increasingly, consumers are requesting products that are no longer just defined by the mere performance requirements for a television, but rather, in today’s competitive large-screen TV market, an excellent design is also become a must have feature when shopping. Television sets have changed quite a bit from the CRT models to today’s LCD TVs. In general, the appearance of modern TVs has gone through many changes represented by 3 stages. The first stage was a full plastic appearance where the entire television appeared in all plastic, such as heavy CRT TVs, projection TVs […]

9 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Apple watchOS 2 Apple Watch Software Launched

watchOS 2 Introduces Native Third-Party Apps, New Watch Faces & Enhanced Communications Features Apple® today previewed watchOS™ 2, the first major software update for Apple Watch™, giving developers the tools to build faster and more powerful apps running natively on Apple Watch. Starting today, developers can take advantage of innovative hardware features of Apple Watch including the Digital Crown™, Taptic Engine™ and heart rate sensor, along with software APIs to build new app experiences. Available to Apple Watch users this fall, watchOS 2 also includes new watch faces, third-party app information as watch face complications and new communication capabilities in Mail, Friends and Digital Touch. “We are thrilled with the feedback we’re getting from Apple Watch customers, and after just […]

9 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

HGST Ultrastar Archive Ha10 SMR HDD Introduced

Newest Ultrastar Archive Ha10 Uniquely Leverages HelioSeal and Shingled Magnetic Recording Technologies to Deliver a True Enterprise-Grade Solution Helping the world harness the power of data, HGST (@HGSTstorage), a Western Digital company (NASDAQ: WDC) today announced the first enterprise-class 10TB (terabyte) hard disk drive (HDD) for next-generation active archive applications. The host-managed Ultrastar Archive Ha10 SMR HDD sets a new standard in enabling the world’s densest server and storage systems with unprecedented TCO levels. This industry-defining product is the result of combining two complementary technologies – HGST’s second generation, field-proven HelioSeal platform and shingled magnetic recording (SMR) – to deliver unmatched storage density and power efficiency, without compromising reliability and performance predictability. With an industry-leading 10TB capacity, the Ultrastar Archive […]

9 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Apple OS X El Capitan Operating System Announced

Apple® today announced OS X® El Capitan, a new version of OS X that refines the Mac® experience and improves system performance. Building on last year’s landmark release of OS X Yosemite, El Capitan introduces enhancements to window management, built-in apps and Spotlight® search, and makes everyday activities — from launching apps to accessing email — faster and more responsive. Metal™, Apple’s breakthrough graphics technology, is integrated into El Capitan, delivering system-wide performance gains and enabling games and pro apps to tap into the full power of Mac graphics processors. “OS X delivers unparalleled integration between Mac hardware, iOS devices, apps and online services, and has helped Mac sales outpace the PC industry every year for the last decade,” said […]

9 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG 27MU67 4K ULTRA HD Monitor Introduced

Latest 4K Monitor Entices High-Level Gamers with Immersive Experience Delivered by 4K IPS Display and AMD’s Free Sync LG Electronics will help gamers take their experience to a new level with the new LG 4K ULTRA HD monitor (Model 27MU67) which will be rolling out this month in select markets worldwide. The 16:9 aspect ratio 27-inch class monitor, which is specifically designed to provide a premium gaming experience, boasts a large viewing area and a 3840 x 2160 screen resolution for an eye-popping 4K visual experience. LG’s newest monitor is intended for the graphics-intensive visuals and fast-paced action of today’s 4K Real-timestrategy (RTS) and First-person shooter (FPS) games. The monitor supports AMD’s FreeSync technology with a refresh range of 40-60Hz. […]

8 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Thonet & Vander Kürbis Bluetooth Speaker Launched

Kürbis boasts superior sound quality with a minimal distortion rate for a surprising price Thonet & Vander, a German audio company that specializes in merging technology and design for state of the art sound, announces the availability of the Kürbis Bluetooth speaker to U.S. consumers. With a mission to deliver sound and design quality at unexpected prices, the Kürbis features unique technologies that allow treble and bass to play at full volume with a minimal distortion rate. Made from HDAA high density wood that prevents loss of sound and featuring an antimagnetic shield that blocks out external interferences, Kürbis is a welcome addition to any home. With surprising audio quality and elegant aesthetics, Kürbis retails for only $199 and eliminates […]

5 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker II Announced

Iconic SoundLink Mini Speaker Now With Speakerphone, Longer Battery Life, Multi-Connect, and Voice Prompts Today, Bose introduces the next-generation SoundLink® Mini Bluetooth speaker, the most feature-rich, ultra-portable SoundLink® speaker ever. The SoundLink® Mini II is updated with a speakerphone for taking calls out loud, longer battery life for all day listening, multi-connect for a phone and a tablet, and voice prompts for easy pairing — while still delivering the powerful, lifelike audio quality that made it the most famous little speaker in the world. The price remains $199.95. “The original SoundLink Mini did something remarkable,” said Jack Yu, product manager for Bose SoundLink® speakers. “There was nothing else like it, and it continues to amaze people with its sound. Our […]

5 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

G.SKILL Ripjaws Series Gaming Peripherals Debut at Computex 2015

Explore, Expand, and Express Your Inner Gamer G.SKILL International Enterprise Co., Ltd., the world’s leading manufacturer of extreme performance memory and solid state storage, is excited to showcase a completely new series of high end gaming peripherals at Computex 2015! The new Ripjaws series gaming peripherals include two mechanical gaming keyboards, a RGB gaming mouse, and two 7.1 surround sound headsets. Fully Customizable Ripjaws KM780 RGB / MX Mechanical Gaming Keyboards Available in two lighting flavors, full range RGB and crimson red, the KM780 RGB and KM780 MX are fully loaded mechanical keyboards designed and built with durability and practicality in mind for the ultimate gaming and typing experience. Featuring Cherry MX Red and Brown key switches with 50 million […]

5 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

SYBER Steam Machine Series PC Console Launched

SYBER, a new division of CyberPowerPC, today announced it is taking pre-orders for its new Steam Machines series, which offer the ultimate in PC Console solutions to bring the PC gaming experience to the living room. Customers can select from three models with a starting price of $499, all of which can be configured with a number of hardware options, including high-performance CPUs, graphics cards, gaming memory, solid state drives, graphics cards, and gaming peripherals. Syber Steam Machines provide the best living room access to the greatest games and user-generated content available. Steam Machines offer the in-home streaming capabilities of Steam Link, which transports your games from your PC to your TV, plus the ability to locally install and play […]

4 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

G.SKILL Trident Z series DDR4 Memory Released

G.SKILL International Enterprise Co., Ltd., the world’s leading manufacturer of extreme performance memory and solid state storage, showcases the brand new Trident Z series of DDR4 memory designed for PC enthusiasts. With numerous overclocking records under its belt, G.SKILL TridentX series is known as the most powerful overclocking memory series in the PC enthusiast community. The new Trident Z series comes with high quality aluminum heatspreaders and a customized bar in various colors, providing PC builders the options to match their own system’s color scheme, while maintaining efficient heat dissipation. The new Trident Z series DDR4 memory will be available in quad channel and dual channel, starting July 2015. Detailed specifications will be announced soon. About G.SKILL Established in 1989 […]

4 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Crucial Ballistix DDR4 16GB Performance Memory Announced

New High-Density 8Gb-based Components Enable DDR4 16GB Modules for Memory-Intensive Operations Crucial, a leading global brand of memory and storage upgrades, today announced Crucial® Ballistix® DDR4 16GB performance memory. Ideal for gamers and enthusiasts who deal with content creation, virtual machines, RAM drives, and memory-intensive applications, the new Ballistix modules leverage Micron’s new 8Gb DDR4 component technology to offer up the highest density DDR4 memory to date. Until now, only expensive server systems have been able to reach these memory densities, but with Ballistix DDR4 16GB modules, users can achieve greater densities on high-end desktop systems like the latest Intel® X99 platforms. Available across Sport LT, Tactical, and Elite product lines, each module includes Intel XMP 2.0 profiles for easy […]

4 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Dell Inspiron 5000 Series Laptops Unveiled

Versatile Inspiron 5000 Series laptops come with multiple processor options and rich features for a powerful computing experience Dell today announced at Computex 2015 a comprehensive new line-up of Inspiron devices, offering a wide range of technology solutions to meet families’ everyday computing needs. Adding to Dell’s award-winning consumer product line up, the new portfolio includes the Inspiron 5000 Series laptops, Inspiron 15 7000 Series 2-in-1, Inspiron 15 7000 Series performance notebook, Inspiron 20 & 24 3000 Series All-in-One desktops, and a full line of Inspiron Desktops. Demonstrating Dell’s commitment to offering something for everyone, these new devices are available with a wide range of processor options and configurable features, enabling students, families and value-conscious shoppers to connect, learn and […]

4 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

MMD and QD Vision Quantum Dot Monitor Introduced

Philips 27” Full HD monitor achieves 99% Adobe RGB color at affordable price The world’s first quantum dot desktop monitor was launched today in China thanks to a partnership between MMD (Philips Monitors) and QD Vision. The Philips 27” Full HD monitor (276E6ADS) achieves 99% Adobe RGB color, making it ideal for entertainment and gaming, as well as professional photography and design. QD Vision is demonstrating the new quantum dot monitor at booth 1025 at SID Display Week. Philips’ new high-performance desktop monitors use QD Vision’s Color IQ™ optics to deliver vibrant colors and life-like images. The Color IQ quantum dot solution, coupled with full HD resolution display, produce a professional-quality display available at a price of mainstream desktop monitors. […]

4 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUSTOR 61 Series NAS to Debut at Computex 2015

Designed with businesses and prosumers in mind, the 61 series devices feature powerful hardware that allows for superior hardware encryption performance and 2K/4K multimedia applications. Taipei, Taiwan, June 2nd, 2015 – ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has unveiled its new NAS products for the coming year at Computex 2015 in Taipei, at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, 4th floor, booth N1103a, along with exhibiting a lineup of NAS devices created for user segments ranging from personal and home to prosumer and enterprise. From integrated virtual storage to digital home entertainment, ASUSTOR is focused on creating versatile, secure, intuitive and multi-functional cloud storage that can meet the demands of the current digital revolution. ASUSTOR will […]

3 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Rivet Networks Killer Wireless-AC 1535 Network Adapter Debuts

MSI To Be First To Launch Rivet Networks’ New Killer™ Wireless-AC 1535 In Select Gaming Notebooks And Motherboards Rivet Networks, a leading maker of high performance networking products, today launched the KillerTM Wireless-AC 1535, the world’s first network adapter to offer ExtremeRangeTM Technology redefining the wireless experience by delivering up to 150 Mbps of additional throughput at ranges beyond 10 meters. Gamers and performance users are now free to enjoy their online experience at greater distances from their wireless access point than before thanks to Killer’s new ExtremeRange Technology, with two external amplifiers plus full MU-MIMO and Transmit Beamforming support that extends intelligence and control while increasing wireless networking speed. “We’ve packed this second generation Killer™ Wireless-AC product with intelligence […]

3 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

CYBERPOWERPC Gaming Systems Based on i7-5775C “Broadwell” Processors Introduced

CyberPower Inc., www.cyberpowerpc.com, a global manufacturer of custom gaming PCs, gaming laptops, and performance workstations, today announced the immediate availability of a series of custom gaming computers and laptops featuring Intel’s new “Broadwell” processors. Intel’s new processors will be featured in all of CYBERPOWERPC’s Z97 based desktop gaming PCs including the Fangbook III, Zeus EVO, Zeus Mini, and more. The systems are available today at the CYBERPOWERPC web site and from the company’s online partners such as Newegg, Amazon, Walmart, Bestbuy, etc. Intel’s latest 5th generation flagship Core i7-5775C processor comes with a core clock of 3.3 GHz and 3.7 GHz turbo frequency. The chip is a quad core model with hyper threading enabled and features 6 MB of L3 […]