NewerTech Guardian MAXimus External Storage Introduced

6TB + 6TB Guardian MAXimus with hardware RAID-1 (Mirrored), multiple interfaces, and massive capacity combines performance with the protection of real time data redundancy Newer Technology, Inc. (NewerTech®) https://www.newertech.com, a leading developer of Macintosh, iPhone, iPad, iPod, and PC performance upgrades and accessories announced a new 6TB + 6TB capacity for the Guardian MAXimus line of dual-bay, high-performance external storage solutions. High-Performance, Multiple Interfaces The Guardian MAXimus, available in capacities up to 6TB + 6TB, adds tremendous storage capacity and throughput to any Mac or PC with USB 3.0, eSATA, FireWire 800, or FireWire 400. It’s the perfect external drive for mission critical data such as financial records, accounting data, medical files, business projects, and Time Machine backups with sustained […]

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Lenovo YOGA Tablet 2 Pro Announced

Gives Users A New Way to Create a Home Theater with a Projector in a Tablet Built for entertainment buffs with built-in tablet-projector 13-in media tablet with exhilarating 8 watts of sound including a subwoofer – a first for a tablet Offers incredible up to 15 hours of battery life and now comes with a fourth mode – Hang Lenovo (SEHK:0992) (Pink Sheets:LNVGY) today announced a new way to read, watch, connect and create with the new YOGA Tablet 2 Pro. Developed with Ashton Kutcher, who joined Lenovo as a product engineer a year ago, the new YOGA Tablet 2 Pro redefines the tablet experience. Not only does it surprise and delight users with a number of premium technologies, it […]

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OWC Mercury Elite Pro Dual Storage Solution Launched

OWC adds 20% larger capacity choice to the Mercury Elite Pro Dual line, which features high-speed Thunderbolt technology, Hardware RAID options, USB 3.0 speed and the massive capacity to handle demanding 4K video content. High-speed sustained data rates up to 389MB/s read at 7200RPM are ideal for creative professionals using a Mac or PC with Thunderbolt port, including the Mac Pro 2013. OWC, a leading zero emissions Mac upgrade and storage technology company announced a new 12TB capacity option for the OWC Mercury Elite Pro line of dual-bay external high-performance storage solutions, one of OWC’s family of Thunderbolt interface storage products. High-Performance Two-Bay Design The Mercury Elite Pro Dual, now available in capacities from 0GB (add your own drives) and […]

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TRENDnet TV-IP342PI and TV-IP343PI Outdoor Full HD Vari-Focal Network Cameras Released

TRENDnet makes available two high performance outdoor full HD Power over Ethernet network cameras which feature manual optical zoom to capture a desired final viewing field TRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, announces the availability of the Outdoor 2MP Full HD PoE Day/Night Dome Network Camera, model TV-IP342PI, and the Outdoor 2MP Full HD PoE Day/Night Network Camera, model TV-IP343PI. “This pair of powerful full HD vari-focal outdoor cameras offer manual zoom to capture a defined final viewing field,” stated Zak Wood, director of global marketing for TRENDnet. “This provides installers with significant installation flexibility and reduced surveillance risk.” TV-IP342PI Outdoor 2MP Full HD PoE Day/Night Dome Network Camera Adjustable fixed position dome Manual 3x optical zoom […]

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Fractal Design EDISON M Modular Power Supply Introduced

Fractal Design is proud to announce the NEW modular PSU family, Edison M, available in a variety of wattage levels.   The Fractal Design Edison M series of power supplies feature excellent electrical performance, including 80PLUS® Gold efficiency certification.   Designed for maximum reliability, the Edison M units feature Japanese electrolytic capacitors with a full protection suite, including over-temperature protection. The modular cable system assists with a clean installation and the extra-long ATX12V cable accommodates cases with bottom mounted PSU positions.   Fractal Design Edison M units are equipped with a large, temperature-controlled FDB-bearing 120mm fan contributing to a maximum lifespan while keeping noise levels at a minimum.   The Edison M is a highly reliable choice, for both gaming […]

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WD Sentinel DX4200 Storage Server Announced

WD Sentinel DX4200 Deploys Fast Processor, Enterprise-class Hard Drives and Integrated Back-up Software WD®, a Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) company and world leader in storage solutions, is expanding its business-class NAS portfolio with the WD Sentinel™ DX4200 storage server. The WD Sentinel DX4200 is a complete solution using Windows Storage Server, designed to meet the demands of today’s small-to-medium sized businesses (SMBs) by combining Windows Storage Server 2012 R2 workgroup operating system and the Intel® Atom™ C2338 Dual Core CPU. With up to 16 TB of capacity, the WD Sentinel DX4200 enables small businesses to expand their office storage by upgrading the drives as the demands of their businesses grow. The WD Sentinel DX4200 is an ideal backup solution and […]

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Pioneer GM-D1004 4-channel Amplifier Introduced

Champion Series Pro Subwoofer and New GM-D Amplifier Made for Today’s Vehicles Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. today unveiled its new TS-W311D4/S4 and TS-W261D4/S4 Champion Series subwoofers and GM-D1004 4-channel amplifier designed to provide high sound quality, with simplified and easy integration. The latest Champion Series subwoofers feature key technologies, including Pioneer’s patented IMPP composite cone, highly rigid five-spoke cone design, large double stacked magnets, and a new extremely stiff, enclosed basket, to produce bass output with incredible impact and accurate sound quality. Pioneer also introduces the GM-D1004 amplifier, Pioneer’s first entry into the growing micro amplifier category, which produces sound quality and output that defies its small size. With features like speaker level inputs and signal sensing power management, the […]

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Mushkin Chronos G2 SSD Launched

Mushkin, an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance and mission-critical computer products, today officially announced the worldwide launch of its latest addition to the Chronos Family of SSD products, Chronos G2. Designed and assembled in the U.S.A., the new drive delivers random write performance of up to 90K IOPS and a maximum transfer rate of 555MB/s. Available in capacities from 60GB to 480GB, Mushkin provides customers the option to enter the SSD world with a limited budget, with no compromise in performance. Customers can now build or upgrade a system economically, running the operating system and applications on a SSD, boosting performance substantially over a standard hard disk. ”If you want the most innovative Mushkin SSD ever, you’ll have to […]

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FinalWire AIDA64 v4.70 Diagnostic and Benchmarking Software Released

Enhanced LCD Module and GeForce 900 Support FinalWire Ltd. today announced the immediate availability of AIDA64 Extreme 4.70 software, a streamlined diagnostic and benchmarking tool for home users; the immediate availability of AIDA64 Engineer 4.70 software, a professional diagnostic and benchmarking solution for corporate IT technicians and engineers; the immediate availability of AIDA64 Business 4.70 software, an essential network management solution for small and medium scale enterprises; and the immediate availability of AIDA64 Network Audit 4.70 software, a dedicated network audit toolset to collect and manage corporate network inventories. The new AIDA64 release introduces support for 33 new LCD and VFD screens, adds support for parallel and serial port connected displays, and improves the handling of monochrome and Razer SwitchBlade […]

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BIOSTAR J1900NH2 Mini-ITX Motherboard Announced

With BIOSTAR’s recently announced J1900NH2 motherboard with the on-board Intel Dual-Core Celeron J1900 processor, using a mini ITX form factor with a size of 17x17cm, builders are able to make creative designs for many different uses. The J1900NH2 boards come with the Intel Celeron J1900 Dual-Core processor already installed and it supports two DDR3L 1333/1066MHz memory slots for a maximum of 16GB of memory. With the integrated GPU, watching HD content and playing games is no sweat. Indeed, the J1900NH2 board is ready for building all kinds of multimedia systems with its HDMI and analog VGA-out, and high definition audio with the Realtek ALC662 5.1 Channel HD Audio chip. LAN networking is covered by the Realtek RTL8111G – 10/100/1000 controller […]

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EA Stars Wars: the Old Republic Shadow of Revan Digital Expansion Announced

Revan Returns in a New Story-Driven Expansion with Five New Levels of Adventure – Launching December 9 Pre-Order by November 2 to Secure Early Access and Exclusive Grand Statue of Revan* Prepare to face Revan, one of the galaxy’s most revered characters, in the latest story-driven adventure from Star Wars™: The Old Republic™. BioWare™, a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA), and LucasArts have announced a brand-new digital expansion,Shadow of Revan, coming December 9, 2014. Shadow of Revan offers five new levels of story-driven missions, an increased level cap of 60, new worlds to explore, high-level multiplayer Flashpoints and Operations to join with friends in dynamic challenges and much more. Plus, for a limited-time, all Subscribers who pre-order receive a […]

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TDK Life on Record TREK 360 Wireless Speaker Launched

Latest speaker in the popular TDK Life on Record TREK family portfolio offers new design and 360 degrees of rich, space-filling sound TDK Life on Record, a leading global brand dedicated to delivering high-quality headphones and audio products, today announced the launch of its new TDK Life on Record TREK™ 360 wireless speaker in Best Buy Co. Inc. stores nationwide and online at BestBuy.com. Reminiscent of the memorable Boombox of the past, the new TDK Life on Record TREK 360 Wireless Speaker delivers a fresh twist, with four, full-range speakers and a ported subwoofer that fill any space with 360 degrees of TDK Signature Sound. Its modern design also delivers weatherproof features that make it safe to play in any […]

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Fractal Design Core 2300 Finished Build Fractal Design Core 2300 Case Review

Fractal Design Core 2300 Case Review

When it comes to building a computer, not everyone needs a ton of LED fans along with a fancy exterior design. A fully-fledged PC with fancy mods may look appealing to the eyes, but it would not be ideal for a professional business environment. As the little brother to the Fractal Design Core 3300, the Core 2300 with its brushed aluminum finish and black exterior maintains the same clean aesthetics commonly found on most Fractal Design computer cases. With the capability to add a total of seven fans, the Core 2300 provides the cooling performance of an actual gaming computer case along with the professional and elegant aesthetics suitable for a business environment. Inside is the innovated vertical hard drive bracket. This allows for three 3.5 inch drives and three 2.5 inch drives to be mounted simultaneously. At Benchmark Reviews, we will take a close look at what the Fractal Design Core 2300 has to offer.

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Spire ASTRO III Laptop Stand and Cooler Introduced

Spire continues to expand their range of ergonomic computer peripherals. The Astro III laptop base stand and cooler is equipped with a large 200mm silent cooling fan. The Base is formed out of lightweight plastic, topped with an aluminum black mesh. The ergonomic design and anti-slip features of the Astro III provide comfortable computing experience. There is no need for an external power adapter, powered by your laptop’s USB port (cable included) the Astro III is a ‘plug and play’ ready product. Compatible with 12-inch up to 15.4-inch laptop computers, the Astro III is the best universal choice from Spire – Powered by Innovation. Main Features: * Ultra-thin and ergonomic design * Brings you comfortable using effect * Lightweight and […]

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Addonics Jasper Duplicator Series Announced

Connect Multiple Units Together to Increase Targets or Duplicate Mixed Media Addonics Technologies (www.addonics.com) today announced the Jupiter series of drive duplicators that, unlike traditional duplicators designed for a fixed number of targets, allow you to connect multiple units together. For example, if you have three Jasper duplicators with 3/5/10 targets, you can connect all three to turn them into a 1:20 duplicator. Or you can connect the units with three targets and five targets together to form a 1:9 duplicator. You can also mix Jasper 3.5”, 2.5”, mSATA or M2 duplicators in the chain and make copies from one type of media to different types of media. The Jasper duplicator is perfect for cloning hard drives, making backup drives, […]

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Sony Digital Paper with Cloud Storage Compatibility Launched

by Sony Pro Team Sony’s Digital Paper gives users a new way to read, write, and annotate. Now the technology also offers a new way to access, share and store content. The device’s built-in WebDAV protocol enables users to wirelessly transfer electronic documents created on Digital Paper to and from a user’s compatible online document file-sharing and storage services, such as Box.com. With cloud connectivity, Digital Paper users can view their annotated documents on other connected devices — tablets, laptops, or smartphones – and share them with colleagues through their service account. “Professionals are quickly realizing the benefits and potential of Digital Paper for streamlining their electronic data,” said Joe Novelli, Vice President of Sony’s Digital Paper Solutions. “Now, enabling […]

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Hexoskin Biometric Smart Shirt Debuts

Redefines Wearable Technology Landscape in the U.S. via Max Borges Agency Hexoskin, a biometric smart shirt that provides users insights about their physical training, sleep and daily activities, is now available in the United States. Hailing from Canada, this smart shirt is the ultimate data authority for athletes and exercise enthusiasts in the booming wearable technology industry. With its ability to record more than 42,000 data points per minute and provide accurate scientific-grade body metrics, Hexoskin is the essential training tool for any athlete, trainer or coach. Hexoskin urges users to put down the baggage of bracelets, bands, chest straps and other fitness trackers and get the data that matters. Essentially a wearable precision lab, Hexoskin presents its users with […]

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Logitech M320 Wireless Mouse Introduced

New Mouse is the Perfect Combination of Functionality, Aesthetics and Comfort Today Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) unveiled the Logitech® Wireless Mouse M320, designed with a curved shape to guide your hand to a natural position. With the asymmetrical form, a wide wheel that improves the scrolling experience and the Logitech Advanced Optical Sensor to provide enhanced precision and responsiveness, this mouse fits any of your needs, whether you’re hard at work or just browsing the Internet. “With the considerable amount of time each day that we all spend using desktops, laptops and tablets, it is really important that our input devices are comfortable to use,” said Charlotte Johs, global vice president of computer peripherals at Logitech. “We used a […]

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GIGABYTE G210-H4G GPU Computing Server Launched

Putting Together One x86 Processor and One GPU per Blade GIGABYTE Technology, a leading creator of high performance server hardware, is happy to announce today the release of its G210-H4G. Developed in partnership with Carri Systems, a French specialist of GPU computing & HPC solutions, this product is a 2U rackmount housing 4 blades capable of receiving one NVIDIA GRID, Tesla or AMD FirePro card each. The Power of GPU Virtualization In the context of an unfolding GPU virtualization market and the vast amount of new possibilities that it opens, the G210-H4G is an elegant solution designed with simplicity and flexibility in mind to let organizations, big and small, enjoy the benefits of this fast-growing computing trend. Compatible with all […]

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D-Link DCS-6004L HD Mini Dome IP Camera Released

Latest Surveillance Camera Packed with Features and Includes White and Black Cases to Match Any Interior D-Link today announced it is now shipping a new HD Indoor Mini Dome Camera (DCS-6004L), delivering high quality video in a compact dome form factor. The new camera offers 1280 x 800 resolution, a built-in microphone and integrated infrared illumination for seeing in complete darkness. Other features include an audio port to connect to an external speaker and PoE (Power over Ethernet) for convenient single cable installation. “Dome cameras are the dominant form factor in surveillance, especially for indoor applications,” said Vance Kozik, director of marketing for IP Surveillance, D-Link Systems, Inc. “Our new Mini Dome Camera is an attractive camera for small businesses […]

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GAMDIAS EROS V2 and HEBE V2 Gaming Headsets Released

Further fulfilling its commitment to provide gamers with the highest quality products at the most affordable prices, GAMDIAS, the pioneering gaming gear designer and manufacturer, introduces its latest line of PC gaming mice and PC/console gaming headsets for the masses. GAMDIAS’ products are now available at leading retailers of high-end electronics throughout the U.S., including Amazon, Fry’s Electronics, MWave.com, NewEgg.com, Tiger Direct and Superbiz.com. Designed to maximize gamers’ agility and in-game experiences, the products embody GAMDIAS’ mission to provide gamers on a budget with the best features available: EROS V2 Surround Sound Gaming Headset: For PC and console gaming, the EROS V2 provides thrilling 7.1 surround sound driven by 50mm neodymium Iron Boron drivers, the EROS V2 Headset is also […]

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QNAP TS-x31 Series Turbo NAS Released

QNAP® Systems, Inc. today announced the release of the TS-x31 series Turbo NAS for SOHO and Home users. Powered by a dual-core 1.2 GHz ARM® Cortex®-A9 CPU, it provides a high-performance yet economical solution for file storage, sharing, and data backup coupled with the easy-to-use cloud-based note-taking application and a wide range of multimedia functions. Available in 1, 2, and 4-bay models, the TS-x31 series is an easy-to-use network storage center for backup, synchronization, remote access, and home entertainment. “Due to the privacy concerns of pubic cloud services, the TS-x31 is ideal for establishing a secure and large-capacity private cloud where users can store, share, and access their files anytime, anywhere,” said Jason Hsu, product manager of QNAP. With the […]

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QNAP TS-451 Turbo NAS Server Review

The QNAP TS-451 Turbo NAS is part of a new hardware platform for QNAP that brings a high level of performance to the small tower-based format, at a lower cost than was possible before. The four new TS-x51 towers are being promoted as home-based NAS servers, based on their high performance, low cost, and a bunch of new software functionality that is ideal for the modern home. While recent QNAP launches have leveraged the tremendous potential of 10GbE networking for the business user, the home and the SOHO market aren’t there yet. The home market is very sensitive to pricing, so the best thing to do is to re-engineer the daylights out of the surrounding infrastructure and pump a little more juice into the system controller. More power, new features – lower price?

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StarTech.com USB 3.0 to DisplayPort 1.2 4K and USB 3.0 to HDMI 4K Video Adapters Introduced

StarTech.com announces two new USB 3.0 to 4K Ultra HD Video adapters, USB 3.0 to HDMI® and USB 3.0 to DisplayPort® 1.2, delivering the highest graphical output available from a USB video adapter, to support Ultra HD 4K displays. The adapters provide an easy way to increase productivity for graphics-intensive applications such as photo editing, graphic design, multimedia creation and other high-detail applications, by enabling users to connect their laptop or desktop PC to a 4K display, even if the computer is unable to output 4K video. StarTech.com, a leading manufacturer of hard-to-find connectivity parts, has announced the release of two Ultra HD 4K USB 3.0 Video Adapters, including a USB 3.0 to DisplayPort 1.2 4K Video Adapter (SKU: USB32DP4K) […]

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Toshiba World’s Smallest-class Embedded NAND Flash Memory Products Launched

-Using cutting-edge 15nm process NAND flash memory chips- Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO:6502) today announced the launch of the world’s smallest-class[1] embedded NAND flash memory products integrating NAND chips fabricated with cutting-edge 15nm process technology. The new products are compliant with the lateste∙MMCTM[2] standard, and are designed for application in a wide range of digital consumer products, including smartphones, tablet PCs and wearable devices. Sample shipment of the 16GB products start from today, with 8GB, 32GB, 64GB and 128GB products to follow. The new products integrate NAND chips fabricated with Toshiba’s cutting-edge 15nm generation process technology and a controller to manage basic control functions for NAND applications in a single package. By utilizing the 15nm NAND chips, the package size is approximately […]

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