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X2 Genza Gaming Mouse Announced

X2 proudly introduces the Genza gaming mouse, the newest product in the X2 product gamma, part number: X2-M3003-USB High performance mice are required for precision and a full-scale experience of computing and gaming. The X2 Genza series are PC mice with stealth looks and they contain a very clever and powerful interface which covers every aspect. Button placement is very well thought out and developed to the fullest care for detail. Naturally the Genza is only built using the best components, such as the optical Avago chip 3500DPI 20G infrared sensor that accurately translates the slightest movement into action. Seven independently programmable function keys give you the advantage. Connectivity is made simple through USB2.0/3.0. The scroll-wheel is made of solid […]

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ZTE nubia 5S mini Smartphone Released

nubia 5S mini LTE advances smartphone photography with powerful camera platform that delivers a smarter, smoother way to capture, edit and share life’s moments – all unlocked and available now ZTE USA, one of the fastest-growing smartphone manufacturers in the United States*, today announced the nubia 5S mini LTE will be available unlocked beginning August 27 and for preorder today, online at Amazon.com for $279.99. The phone’s 13 megapixel rear-camera and 5 megapixel front-camera capture HD video and high-quality images effortlessly with intelligent settings, DSLR-like control and photo editing and effects once reserved for third party apps. The sophisticated camera platform and LTE speeds are matched by the phone’s thin, light build and Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ Quad Core processor. “Selling the […]

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Barnes & Noble Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 NOOK Tablet Introduced

First Full-Featured Android Tablet Optimized for Readers Combines Complete Tablet Experience With Expansive Collection of Reading and Entertainment Content A Great Value at Just $179 After Instant Rebate; Includes More than $200 in Free Popular NOOK Content Samsung Electronics America and NOOK Media, a subsidiary of Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE:BKS), today announced the introduction of the new Samsung Galaxy Tab® 4 NOOK®, a 7-inch tablet combining Samsung’s leading technology and NOOK’s extraordinary content and reading experience. This new co-branded tablet offers the best of both worlds: the first-ever full-featured Android tablet optimized for reading. The Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 NOOK is now available in more than 660 Barnes & Noble bookstores and online at www.bn.com and www.nook.com for $179 […]

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BitFenix Prodigy M Colors Micro ATX Chassis Announced

New colors and window side panel options take customization to the next level The BitFenix Design Lab has always been listening intently to the feedback from the community, and nowhere has this been more evident than the release of the Prodigy M chassis. The micro ATX variant of the Prodigy, Prodigy M is the result of direct feedback from users who wanted the same styling and sophistication of Prodigy, but desired the capability of installing micro ATX motherboards. Today, BitFenix is announcing not one, but two releases inspired by community feedback: Prodigy M Color and Prodigy M Window Side Panels. Prodigy M Color Offered in both Midnight Black and Arctic White variants, Prodigy M made a big splash when it […]

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LG L Fino and L Bello Smartphones Unveiled

New L Fino and L Bello Offer Premium UX Features, Class-leading Cameras and Powerful Quad-Core Processors Without Premium Price LG Electronics (LG) will unveil a pair of its newest smartly-priced L Series smartphones at IFA 2014 in Berlin. The L Fino and L Bello are powerful alternatives to higher-priced smartphones, perfect for teenagers and first-time smartphone owners in emerging 3G markets. With blazing fast Quad-Core processors and premium UX features carried over from the popular LG G3, LG is aiming to expand its smartphone footprint in key markets by offering exceptional phones at exceptional prices. The L Fino and L Bello continue LG’s signature Rear Key button design and come equipped with a class-leading 8MP camera and proprietary UX features […]

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Cambridge Audio Go Series and Bluetone 100 Speakers Introduced

Go speaker line stands apart from the crowd with 18 hour battery life, USB battery banks, NFC, 8 device memory, and 5 drivers with rear-firing bass radiator With a world-class design team responsible for decades of Hi-Fi audio innovations, Cambridge Audio is proud to unveil its new range of Bluetooth speakers. Go and Go Radio quality sound portability with industry-leading battery life Based on Cambridge Audio’s original award winning Minx Go, the refreshed, compact Go instantly streams music from your phone, tablet, or computer with enough power to fill any space with deep, crisp, and immersive sound with class leading 18 hours playback from a single charge. Thanks to Cambridge Audio’s Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology, the Go can create […]

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Spire PowerCube 501 & 502 Chassis Introduced

The PowerCube 501 & 502 are Spire’s smallest chassis yet! These stylish and innovative MINI ITX enclosures are a true designer piece, especially considering the price tag. Built to the highest possible quality to provide you with the satisfaction you are looking for in a small, yet powerful package. Complete with front integrated Audio and two (2) USB 3.0 ports to provide you maximum connectivity and flexibility. These PowerCube series hold space for one Slim DVD drive. Placement horizontal or vertical makes our PowerCube chassis great for home or office use. No matter the challenge, the PowerCube chassis will be sure to deliver what you want, when you want.   Main Features: * Built in 300W SFX power supply * […]

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LG Music Flow Home Audio System Introduced

Enjoy High Definition Music Playback Anywhere, Anytime LG Electronics (LG) today announced the all-new LG Music Flow for music lovers worldwide. LG Music Flow Speakers (models H3, H5, H7), Sound Bar (model HS6), Network Bridge (model R1) and the companion Music Flow Player application for smartphones form a convenient and smart Hi-Fi audio eco-system for the home. Through the Music Flow Player app, users can centrally manage their entire digital music library, even if music is stored across multiple devices, and control all Music Flow units in the home. The app can also recommend songs and playlists, provide easy access to internet radio stations and function as a smartphone music player when the user is on the go. LG Music […]

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Counter Logic Gaming Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth Keyboard Launched

One of the world’s premier eSports teams gets custom-branded Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth keyboard to pair with exclusive Razer mouse Razer™, a world leader in connected devices and software for gamers, along with Counter Logic Gaming (CLG), a longtime eSports partner and premier North American organization, announced the launch of the new Counter Logic Gaming Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth keyboard. The CLG BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth gaming keyboard continues to give CLG players and fans a customized gaming setup. Late last year, Razer unveiled a limited edition CLG version of its best-selling DeathAdder mouse in the team’s iconic black and white colors. The new keyboard is wrapped in a familiar finish. The team’s logo is imprinted onto a unique two-tone black […]

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Diablo III: Reaper of Souls – Ultimate Evil Edition Video Game Released

Award-winning Reaper of Souls expansion unleashed on PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One in all-inclusive Diablo III collection As Malthael tightens his grip over the innocent people of Sanctuary, a legion of console gamers stand ready to join the crusade against death. Blizzard Entertainment today announced that Diablo® III: Reaper of Souls™ – Ultimate Evil Edition™ is now available on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360®, and Xbox One™. The console-exclusive Ultimate Evil Edition is filled to the brim with action, adventure, and epic loot—it includes all of the content from Blizzard’s award-winning action role-playing game Diablo III, as well as new features and updates from the critically acclaimed Reaper of Souls expansion, including […]

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SanDisk Ultra II SSD Unveiled

New Drive and Enhanced SSD Dashboard Deliver Better Performance, Durability, and Power Efficiency SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash storage solutions, today announced the new SanDisk Ultra® II SSD with enhanced SSD Dashboard. The new drive is designed to deliver a cost-effective and easy upgrade solution for PC owners looking to improve performance, battery life, and power efficiency. The enhanced SSD Dashboard provides visibility into the drive’s performance, security, and available firmware updates, to maintain peak performance at all times. “We live in an era where we expect to have information at our fingertips anytime, anywhere, with technology that keeps us connected to both our personal and work lives on devices that won’t fail,” said Dinesh Bahal, […]

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ROCCAT Kone XTD Gaming Mouse Review

One of the real movers and shakers right now in the world of gaming peripherals is ROCCAT. This organization continues to give us something to talk about on a consistent basis. Just look at the recent history; we have three very new products to check out including the Tyon gaming mouse, the Nyth MMO mouse, and the Skeltr gaming keyboard. In this review, Benchmark Reviews has the opportunity to look at the ROCCAT Kone XTD, which is a souped-up version of the Kone[+]. The ROCCAT Kone XTD is armed with a 8200 DPI Pro Aim R3 laser sensor, an obvious upgrade from the 6000 DPI Pro Aim laser sensor of the Kone[+]. There are some other treats as well onboard the Kone XTD, like the 32-bit Turbo Core V2 72MHz ARM MCU processor and what ROCCAT claims is “the most advanced Tracking & Distance Control Unit around.”

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Angelbird SSD wrk Ultra-Slim Solid State Drive Introduced

SSD wrk offers top class performance Austria’s premium SSD manufacturer, presents its new SSD wrk, a robust and highly efficient entry level Solid State Drive (SSD). It is ideal for upgrading your computer or laptop to faster SSD technology. Angelbird does not compromise in terms of quality in its new SSD wrk, using an ultra-fast SATA 3.1 6Gb/s interface, which is fully compatible with older computer set-ups and operating systems. The SSD wrk uses the SMI 2246EN controller and the case is made of high quality, matt black anodized aluminum, housing custom packed Multi-Level-Cell NANDs from Micron. Durability is guaranteed by the MTBF of at least 2 million hours. High reliability is also provided by the integrated EDC and ECC […]

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Genius HS-920BT Bluetooth Stereo Headphones Announced

Stylish new headset uses 40mm drivers and comes in 5 different colors Genius, a leading manufacturer of computer peripherals, is pleased to announce a new Premium Bluetooth Headset – the HS-920BT – available in 5 stylish colors and 40mm drivers for superior sound. With a sensitive built-in microphone and Bluetooth AVRCP, users can seamlessly switch from listening to music to taking phone calls with a touch of a button. A built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery allows for long usage at home or on the go. Wireless Convenience With Bluetooth A2DP and AVRCP, users can access music and take calls whether their phone or tablet is in their hand or across the room. Easily control music volume, change tracks, and answer […]

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BIOSTAR J1800TH Mini ITX System-On-Chip Solution Introduced

BIOSTAR has announced the J1800TH, a mini ITX mainboard with CPU on board, (known as System on a Chip or SoC). These boards are centered on being small and efficient using a small form factor with an embedded CPU, having low power consumption, and being fan-less. They are perfect for all sorts of various industrial applications. The BIOSTAR J1800TH is the latest in all-in-one board that takes advantage of the optimized performance of Intel’s Bay Trail chipset by delivering a new generation of technology with value-added features and easy integration. The J1800TH board, being in the mini-ITX form factor, is backwards compatible with ATX and micro-ATX form factors. The ITX form factor allows you to build small and energy efficient […]

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LG 34UC97 IPS 21:9 Curved UltraWide Monitor to Debut at IFA 2014

IFA Showcase to Also Include LG’s First Digital Cinema 4K Monitor and Newest Advanced Gaming Monitor LG Electronics (LG) will be unveiling its newest IPS 21:9 Curved UltraWide Monitor (model 34UC97) and other compelling monitor offerings at IFA 2014 in Berlin, Germany. The world’s first monitor to incorporate a curved IPS screen with a 21:9 aspect ratio, the eye-catching 34-inch monitor provides remarkable picture quality and a range of convenient connectivity options. Also to be introduced at IFA 2014 will be the stunning Digital Cinema 4K Monitor (model 31MU97) and the feature-packed Gaming Monitor (model 24GM77), both combining superior performance with modern style and versatile functionality. LG’s flagship IPS 21:9 Curved UltraWide Monitor is a complete monitor solution, equally suited […]

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Samsung Galaxy Alpha Smartphone Unveiled

Samsung redefines its smartphone design with a stunning new look featuring sophisticated design techniques and compact construction Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today unveiled its new design approach with the Galaxy Alpha. The latest addition to Samsung’s Galaxy smartphone line, the Galaxy Alpha features a sophisticated design in a carefully constructed compact body with a metal frame and a solid finish, while still maintaining the flagship Galaxy experience. Elegant and practical, the Galaxy Alpha is the optimal convergence of style and cutting-edge technology. “The Galaxy Alpha was built and designed based on the specific desires of the consumer market,” said JK Shin, CEO and Head of IT & Mobile Communication at Samsung Electronics. “With an entirely new appearance, the Galaxy Alpha […]

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Razer Chroma Feature for Razer Devices Announced

Chroma to be available for selected 2015 through 2016 Razer peripherals offering more than 16 million color options, synchronizable across multiple connected devices; SDK available for developers to customize advanced lighting effects for games Razer™, a world leader in connected devices and software for gamers, today announced the all-new Chroma feature that allows full-spectrum, color-customizable lighting for enabled Razer devices. The Chroma feature also allows multiple devices to sync lighting colors and patterns and comes with an open SDK that enables game developers to integrate advanced lighting effects that are customizable on a game-by-game basis. Razer will be updating its 2015/2016 range of peripherals starting with the BlackWidow Ultimate keyboard the DeathAdder gaming mouse, and the Kraken 7.1 headset with […]

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COUGAR SPEED and CONTROL Cutting Edge Mouse Pads Introduced

COUGAR, leading eSports and computer peripherals brand has launched two new gaming mouse pads, the SPEED and CONTROL. Both types come in 3 different sizes and both are perfect for use with regular mice or high-end gaming mice like the COUGAR 700M gaming mouse, the adjustable gaming mouse dedicated to professional gamers. The new SPEED and CONTROL gaming mouse pads both feature an optimized 4mm thickness giving a thicker mouse pad cushion. This provides better pressure relief on the user’s wrist. And not too tall, at 4mm, the mouse pad cushions’ height strikes a balance between comfort and user friendliness. The design of the foam cushioning pad doesn’t end there. Made with a natural rubber, all of the materials of […]

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BioWare Shadow Realms Online Action Role-Playing Game Unveiled

Fans Can Sign Up For The Closed Alpha For A Chance to Experience Dynamic 4v1 Co-op Missions And Episodic Storytelling In A New BioWare World BioWare™, a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA), today announced Shadow Realms™, a new 4v1 story-driven online action RPG, set in a constantly evolving BioWare world where modern meets fantasy. Four heroes adventure against another player-controlled enemy, a malevolent force called The Shadowlord, in dynamic 4v1 co-op missions, ensuring that no two battles are ever the same. Players will have the choice to play either as – or against – The Shadowlord, building experience and progression whether they have chosen good or evil. The over-arching narrative will be released episodically, playing out over time like […]

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OCZ ARC 100 SATA III SSD Introduced

New Value-Oriented SSD Series Utilizes Next Generation Toshiba A19nm NAND Flash for Greater Cost-Effectiveness for Everyday Users OCZ Storage Solutions – a Toshiba Group Company and leading provider of high-performance solid state drives (SSDs) for computing devices and systems, today announced its new ARC 100 SATA III SSD Series developed to deliver exceptional performance at an enticing price point. The introduction of the ARC 100 Series addresses the needs of our customers and is priced competitively to make adoption of cutting-edge SSD technology easier than ever for value and mainstream users, and underscores OCZ’s commitment to meet the entire gamut of market needs with the broadest solid state solutions portfolio in the industry. “OCZ is known for delivering innovative enthusiast […]

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XMG PRIME Mini-ITX Gaming PC Introduced

– World’s fastest and most powerful desktop in a small ITX chassis – Quiet, fast and fully customisable for individual gaming demands – Elegant, compact design with water cooling and top-notch PSU – High performance components such as Intel Processor Core i7-4790, NVIDIA GTX 780 Ti graphics card and up to 20 TB storage – Product website: www.xmg.gg/PRIME Schenker Technologies is introducing its very first gaming PC today at Gamescom in Cologne. The XMG PRIME is a fully customisable PC in a small ITX chassis, designed especially for the high demands of gaming. The XMG Prime offers a premium selection of carefully tested components with the highest performance in a compact format. Thanks to the maintenance-free water cooling and cutting-edge […]

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MSI GS60 Ghost Golden Chassis Gaming Notebook Announced
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MSI GS60 Ghost Golden Chassis Gaming Notebook Announced

Golden, ultra-slim gaming laptops equipped with top-of-the-line technology available exclusively at Newegg MSI Computer Corp, a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, announces the availability of the GS60 Ghost Pro 3K and GS60 Ghost gaming notebooks in a luxurious golden chassis. Available exclusively at NewEgg, the limited edition golden gaming notebooks feature top-of-the-line technology, including NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 870M graphics, 4th Generation Intel® Core i7 processor, Killer Gaming Networking and Steel Series keyboard with Steel Series Engine. The limited edition GS60 Ghost Pro 3K and GS60 Ghost gaming notebooks come preloaded with MSI’s superb blend of programs, including SteelSeries Engine and XSplit Gamecaster. SteelSeries Engine optimizes the multi-backlit gaming keyboard to deliver unparalleled customization power with advanced macro […]

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Mad Catz S.T.R.I.K.E.TE Tournament Edition Gaming Keyboard Announced

Tournament Edition Gaming Keyboard Features Mechanical Keys for Ultra-Reliable Competitive Play Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (“Mad Catz”) (NYSE MKT/TSX: MCZ) announced today the S.T.R.I.K.E.TE Tournament Edition Keyboard. Designed in conjunction with e-sports professionals, the S.T.R.I.K.E.TE is a tournament-focused addition to the Company’s S.T.R.I.K.E. ™ keyboard range, and created to service the needs of the competitive gaming community. Incorporating a strong aluminum chassis and no fewer than 109 ‘brown profile’ mechanical keys, the S.T.R.I.K.E.TE is the only keyboard in the S.T.R.I.K.E. range to feature a unique ‘tournament grade’ design which offers ultra-quick key response and 30-key rollover anti-ghosting functionality. Favored by the worlds’ leading e-sport athletes, the Brown Profile mechanical keys are renowned for their reliability, having a life extending beyond […]

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LG G Pad 8.0 LTE Tablet Released

Latest Tablet Offers More Portability and Advanced UX and Camera Features of LG G3 In an effort to expand its leadership in LTE from smartphones to tablets, LG Electronics (LG) today unveiled an LTE version of the G Pad 8.0, offering blazing fast outdoor connectivity and portability for on-the-go media consumption. The LG G Pad 8.0 LTE offers the right balance of performance and price competitiveness and comes preloaded with the best of the LG G3 smartphone’s premium user experience (UX), delivering smooth multitasking capabilities and an immersive multimedia experience. The LG G Pad 8.0 LTE includes a unique sync feature that delivers easy connectivity with other Android devices. With QPair 2.0, users can connect to their smartphones with Bluetooth […]

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