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Mach Xtreme Technology DIY Series SSD Unveiled

Mach Xtreme Technology Inc., a worldwide leader in top performance, high reliability and user-friendly designed PC components, today unveiled DIY™ Series SATA2 SSD. This tiny MX-DIY disk-on-module is implementing advanced design with robust performance and energy efficiency. The new DIY Series SSD is the latest addition to the MX Technology lineup of innovative solid state drives. This disk puts the very latest storage technology in users’ hands and sets a new benchmark for compact sized boot drives. This series is offering hardware-modding enthusiast a flexible storage solution in a form factor that is 10 times smaller than a standard 2.5” SSD, and weights over 10 times less. The postage stamp sized SSDs are available in two design versions: vertical and […]

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AudioBy Steven Iglesias-Hearst

SteelSeries Siberia Elite Gaming Headset Review

SteelSeries peripherals and headsets are well known for their sleek design, high quality and excellent functionality among enthusiasts and gamers alike. Today Benchmark Reviews will be taking a look at the newest line from SteelSeries; The Siberia Elite Gaming Headset (model# 51151). We will put them through their paces in a variety of scenarios including watching films, listening to music, and of course – gaming.

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VisionTek Custom Portable Toolkits Released

For Upgrading And Repairing PCs, Apple Macintosh Computers, And Digital Devices VisionTek Products LLC, (VisionTek®) https://www.visiontekproducts.com, a leading manufacturer of award-winning, high-performance upgrades and accessories for PC and Apple Macintosh® computers, announced today the addition of two custom configured portable toolkits to its e-commerce website. The kits, starting at $19.99 MSRP, provide the ability to open, upgrade, and repair PCs, Macintosh computers, iOS® devices, and other digital devices. For Serious PC Builders and Upgraders VisionTek’s certified technicians know what tools are needed to build a dream rig and keep it running at peak performance. So they hand-selected the most useful tools they would want whether in the field or in the lab. The VisionTek 26 Piece Toolkit, priced at $26.99 […]

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Penclic Corded D3, Wireless R3 and Bluetooth B3 Mice to be Unveiled at CES 2014

Ideal for Left-Handed Users. Pen-shaped mice featuring left and right buttons with scroll wheel conveniently placed on pen’s shaft making their debut in Las Vegas; South Hall, Booth #32017 Penclic, creator of ergonomically functional and sleekly designed computer accessories, releases the next generation of Penclic mice, including the Corded Mouse D3, Wireless Mouse R3 and Bluetooth Mouse B3. Penclic’s breakthrough mice continue to evolve in a category that hasn’t seen a true design change since the world was introduced to the computer mouse over 30 years ago. The new models feature a symmetrical design that enables both left and right-handed users to enjoy the Penclic experience. Meant to mirror the 2014 CES Innovations Award Honoree Bluetooth Mouse B2 in functionality […]

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LG Ultra PC and Tab-Book 2 Hybrid Devices to Debut at CES 2014

Versatile New Models Offer Enhanced Mobility, Refined Design and Lightening Fast Performance LG Electronics (LG) will be unveiling its newest Ultra PC (Model 13Z940) as well as second generation Tab-Book 2 hybrid devices (Models 11T740 and 11T540) at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, running from January 7 – 10, 2014. Featuring slimmer designs, the company’s latest PC products weigh less than their pre-decessors and feature refined, minimalistic form factors. With upgraded capabilities and designs, all of the company’s newest PC products — including the attractive All-In-One (AIO) PC model 27V740 — feature Windows 8.1 and employ LG’s superior IPS dis-play technology, ensuring stunning color accuracy, motion clarity and wide viewing angle. “Lightweight, beautiful and fast, the […]

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Kinivo WHD110 HDMI Wireless Extender Kit Unveiled

Wirelessly stream high definition audio or video from HDMI devices, like a laptop or tablet, directly to your home’s television screen Kinivo, producer of quality mobile device accessories, introduces the new WHD110 wireless HDMI extender kit, created for home audio and video to wirelessly stream content to your television in high definition. Kinivo’s WHD110 extends the wireless HDMI signal with a simple and convenient set-up process, eliminating unsightly cable clutter and streamlining your home’s entertainment system with this all-in-one solution. The HDMI extender kit streams video and audio content up to 65 feet in open space or up to 40 feet indoors, depending on wall density, for a wireless connection between televisions, audio systems, laptops, gaming consoles, cable boxes, monitors […]

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Cambridge Audio Azur 851 Series and Expanded Power Amplifier to Debut at CES 2014

  Entire new line-up of audiophile innovations on display at CES, January 7th – 10th Cambridge Audio, a world-class acoustic design team with decades of Hi-Fi audio innovations, has announced its new 2014 line-up of Hi-Fi Preamplifiers, Amplifiers, and Speakers to be on display at CES. Leading the charge is the flagship Azur 851 series consisting of the Azur 851E Preamplifier, Azur 851W Power Amplifier, and Azur 851D Digital to Analogue Converter which join the EISA award- winning 851A Integrated Class XD Amplifier and 851C Upsampling DAC, CD Player & Preamplifier. The trio of new audiophile components expand the series to allow for higher-end amplification options and even better digital file handling. Cambridge Audio’s Azur 851 Series is now a […]

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Super Talent USB 3.0 Express Motile Drive Introduced

Standard USB or micro-USB, we have the solution! Super Talent Technology, a leading manufacturer of NAND Flash storage solutions and DRAM memory modules, announces its USB 3.0 Express Motile drive. The USB 3.0 Express Motile fulfills the rising demand for the consumer sector which is constantly on the move. The ability to access this drive by plugging it into a USB port on a computer or a micro-USB port on a mobile device make it extremely versatile. Capacities range from 8 GB to 64 GB and it has read speeds of up to 67 MB/s and write speeds of up to 24 MB/s over the USB 3.0 interface. Capacity USB 3.0 Express Motile P/N 8GB ST3U8EMT 16GB ST3U16EMT 32GB ST3U32EMT […]

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LG Pocket Photo 2.0 Smart Mobile Printer to Debut at CES 2014

Slimmer Pocket Photo 2.0 is the Perfect On-the-Go Companion for Customizing, Printing and Sharing Images LG Electronics (LG) will showcase its new Pocket Photo 2.0 (Model PD239) smart mobile printer at the 2014 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas from January 7-10. LG’s latest Pocket Photo device provides wireless connectivity with NFC and Bluetooth, enabling users to print custom 5.1 x 7.6 cm (2 x 3 inch) pictures from most of today’s tablets and smartphones. Compatible with Android and iOS, the versatile Pocket Photo 2.0 is an excellent travel companion. The eye-pleasing LG Pocket Photo 2.0 is one of the smallest mobile photo printing devices on the market The new version is 4mm thinner than its predecessor but […]

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ASUS ROG Poseidon GTX 780 Graphics Card Introduced

New graphics card with exclusive DirectCU H2O hybrid air and water cooling technology delivers 140%-cooler, 3X-quieter and 12%-faster gaming performance ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced Poseidon GTX 780 with DirectCU H2O, a new graphics card with an exclusive hybrid thermal solution that enables extremely efficient cooling by either air or water. The new card is powered by the latest NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 780 GPU (graphics-processing unit). With DirectCU H2O on board offering users the unique ability to cool either by air or water, ROG Poseidon GTX 780 achieves running temperatures that are up to 24°C lower than reference designs — that’s up to 140% cooler for gaming performance that’s up to 12% faster in both Assassin’s Creed® IV: […]

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ASUS PadFone mini 4.3 Smartphone/Tablet Unveiled

With a Qualcomm quad-core processor, PixelMaster camera, outstanding audio and an intuitive phone-into-tablet system, PadFone is now even more portable. ASUS today announced the PadFone mini 4.3, a smaller phone-into-pad convertible that merges a 4.3-inch phone into a 7-inch tablet. By making the PadFone much more compact and portable, users can hold both phone and tablet one-handed for the first time. Together they represent a small and practical phone for everyday communications, plus a larger tablet with an HD display – boasting an impressive 1280 x 800 (WXGA) resolution – that makes it perfect for entertainment, games and web. The stylish phone weighs a mere 105g and tapers to just 8.7mm, allowing the PadFone mini 4.3 to slip conveniently into […]

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MSI R9 290 GAMING 4G and R9 290X GAMING 4G Video Cards Released

Powerful Graphics, today and tomorrow The long expected MSI R9 290 GAMING 4G and R9 290X GAMING 4G are now available. Packed with all of the power and features to drive UltraHD gaming resolutions the MSI Twin Frozr IV Advanced now ensures your card runs cool so you can enjoy maximum performance because AMD’s PowerTune technology enables the R9 290 GAMING 4G and R9 290X GAMING 4G to run at their highest clock speeds. With support for the latest industry standards and exciting new technology such as Mantle support in Battlefield 4. Thanks to the bundled MSI GAMING App gamers can quickly switch between three pre-sets including a silent mode optimized for power efficiency and an overclocking and OC Mode […]

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ASUS RT-N14UHP N300 Single-Band High Power Router Announced

Easy to use router with unique high-power design boosts wireless range by up to 300% for uninterrupted coverage throughout the home or office ASUS today announced RT-N14UHP, a single-band N300 router with a unique high-power design that boosts wireless coverage by up to 300% compared to standard N300 routers. With its three detachable high-gain 9dBi antennas and adjustable output power, it is the perfect choice for users who need the maximum coverage at home or in the office. The RT-N14UHP also features a USB 2.0 port for sharing printers, files or even a cellular internet connection. Unique high-power design for up to 300% improvement in wireless coverage With the new ASUS RT-N14UHP, wireless ‘dead spots’ are a thing of the […]

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SenseGiz FIND Bluetooth Tag Introduced

SenseGiz Inc, a consumer electronic startup from San Francisco, California, into design and sales of smart consumer electronic products which add value to users every single day, introduce the SenseGiz FIND. People have been misplacing and losing personal belongings for a long time. So to protect and track your priceless belongings, we have come with our first product, the SenseGiz FIND. The SenseGiz FIND is a lost & found Bluetooth based tag which can be used to track & find commonly misplaced/lost objects like keys, bags, pets etc. Comes with a replaceable battery which has a 6 months battery life. It is waterproof as well so you do not have to worry if it gets wet! This device comes with […]

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LG SoundPlate, Wireless Audio System, and Sound Bar Audio Devices Announced

With Newest AV Products, LG to Offer Breathtaking Auditory Experience, Enhanced Versatility and Stylish Aesthetics at CES 2014 In less than three weeks, LG Electronics (LG) will be show-casing its latest audio video lineup at the 2014 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The premium selection of products includes the latest iteration of the much acclaimed, space-saving SoundPlate (Model LAB540W), innovative Wireless Audio System (Model NP8740) and the sleek, aesthetically striking Sound Bar (Model NB5540). These systems, along with a number of other head-turning products, offer rich, deeply satisfying sound along with the plethora of convenient smart connectivity features that make LG’s systems so versatile. “TV screens may get the majority of consumers’ attention in the showroom but […]

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ADATA DashDrive Air AE800 Wireless HDD Review

The ADATA DashDrive Air AE800 Wireless HDD and Power Bank, which Benchmark Reviews recently had a chance to look at in detail, is a very interesting device indeed. It is clear that the goal here was to develop a piece of hardware that could fill a number of different voids for people constantly on the go. One of the ADATA AE800’s features is to serve as a power bank, ensuring that you can continue remain productive and stay in communication when unable to find an outlet to charge your devices. Considering that the AE800 has 5200 mAh on-board capacity, it should have no problem keeping you up and running. Also, it comes with 500GB of storage, so you have plenty of space for movies, music, and other files. Finally, the ADATA AE800 can serve as a wireless hotspot. Sound interesting? Read on to find out more.

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NetworkBy Bruce Normann

QNAP TS-470 NAS Server Review

The QNAP TS-470 Turbo NAS is part of a new model line that brings a higher level of performance to the small tower-based format. The TS-x70U rack mount series which launched earlier this year served up the basic technology package that’s been slimmed down here, in order to fit into the smaller form factor. The new TS-x70 towers are being promoted as business-class NAS servers, based on their high performance and networking package, but QNAP includes an HDMI port and IR receiver for good measure. Also included in the base package is a 2-port GbE NIC, installed in the PCIe expansion slot. Most business users will be able to increase the network throughput of this NAS with Port Trunking, thereby making effective use of all four GbE ports on the rear panel. Those who need more bandwidth can just replace the 2-port NIC with a 10GbE model.

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Mushkin Atom USB 3.0 Flash Drive Released

Mushkin, Inc., an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance and mission-critical computer products, has introduced the new Atom USB 3.0 flash drive. The Atom USB 3.0 flash drive emphasizes its convenience with an extremely small form-factor — just under the size of a quarter. Taking advantage of its small stature, the Atom retains USB 3.0 extreme performance while exercising low power consumption. The Atom USB 3.0 flash drive is also backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1. The 8GB model offers 80MB/s read, 5.5MB/s write, and consumes 0.65W while idle, or 0.905W at load. The 16GB flash drive enables 155MB/s read and 11.5MB/s write on 0.25W idle and 0.67W load. The 32GB model reads at 155MB/s with 21.5MB/s write, and […]

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SP/Silicon Power Mobile X10 and Touch T01 Mobile USB OTG Flash Drives Introduced

Still worried about the limited storage capacity of your Smart Handheld devices? Having too many photos or videos that are too precious to delete? SP/Silicon Power, the world’s leading provider of memory storage solutions today unveils a whole new storage line, USB OTG Series – Mobile X10 and Touch T01 Mobile, built for changing your storage experience of your mobile life. These two revolutionary Micro USB flash drives can greatly enhance the storage capacity for your Android Smartphone and tablet devices, and allow users to back up or store their personal files on-the-go! One Device, Dual Access, Multiple Enjoyments With its built-in dual connectors, SP Mobile X10 is able to connect to your Smart Handheld devices via Micro USB interface, […]

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Lian Li PC-Q33 Mini-ITX Chassis Released in North America

Flip-Open Design and Space Efficient Hardware Support Lian-Li Industrial Co. Ltd, today announces a new brushed aluminum Mini-ITX chassis – PC-Q33 – with a flip-open design and space-efficient hardware support. Front Hinge for Easy Access The PC-Q33 provides plenty of working space for DIY builders. Builders can swing open the top and front panel of this brushed aluminum chassis providing easy access to the internal components. Space Efficient Hardware Support At 18L, the PC-Q33 supports a tremendous amount of hardware for its size. Taking advantage of every available space Lian Li’s latest brushed aluminum chassis accommodates CPU coolers up to 180mm (7.0”) in height and ATX power supplies up to 200mm in length. The latest powerful low-profile graphics cards up […]

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LG CURVED ULTRA HD TV to Debut at CES 2014

LG’s CURVED ULTRA HD TV Offers Immersive 21:9 Aspect Ratio and Astounding Picture Quality LG Electronics (LG) today announced it will be unveiling the world’s first 21:9 aspect ratio CURVED ULTRA HD TV (Model 105UB9) at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. LG’s newest premium TV is also the company’s very first CURVED ULTRA HD model. The award winning groundbreaking 105-inch (measured diagonally) 105UB9 is officially the largest curved TV ever made. This awe-inspiring TV offers magnificent picture quality and a wide viewing angle with the ability to render the minutest detail in breathtaking clarity to create an unprecedented level of viewer immersion. The 105UB9’s cinematically proportioned 21:9 CinemaScope screen is ideal for enjoying movies as they […]

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Thecus NAS Servers Support RAID 50 and RAID 60

Combining Speed, Greatly Improved Fault Tolerance, and More Cost-Effective Operation Thecus® is pleased to announce the world’s first NAS devices with support for RAID 50 and RAID 60. These new NAS devices offer significant advances in performance and fault tolerance for small and medium businesses and enterprise customers. Full RAID 50 support is now available in the following Thecus NAS devices: N6850, N7510, N8850, N8900, N10850, N12000 N12000PRO, N16000, and N16000PRO. In addition, all devices with 8 bays or more, also support RAID 60. For ultra high speed connectivity, 10GB Ethernet cards are supported. Maximum capacity starts at 24TB in the entry-level N6850, and ranges up to 2.5 petabytes for N12000PRO and N16000PRO systems with additional daisy-chained Thecus D16000 DAS […]

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StarTech.com Thunderbolt Docking Station Released

New Thunderbolt laptop docking station adds HDMI Display Adapter, UASP-enabled USB 3.0 hub, Gigabit Ethernet port, speaker and microphone support through a single cable connection StarTech.com, a leading manufacturer of hard-to-find connectivity parts, has announced the availability of their new Thunderbolt Docking Station (SKU: TBDOCKHDPBC), which enables users to transform a Thunderbolt-equipped MacBook® or Ultrabook™ laptop into a powerful full-featured workstation, through a single Thunderbolt cable. The new docking station can be positioned vertically or horizontally to best suit the desk space, and includes a 1-metre Thunderbolt cable to provide a ready-to-connect docking solution right out of the box. The docking station is the first from StarTech.com to feature a Thunderbolt host connection, and includes numerous high-performance peripheral connections including […]

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GX Gaming White Edition DeathTaker Mouse and Imperator Pro Keyboard Announced

Grab the GX Gaming Special Collection GX Gaming, the gaming series of peripheral maker, Genius, today introduces the White Edition of the GX Gaming DeathTaker, Imperator Pro and GX-Speed to North America. This special collection by GX Gaming has arrived just in time for the holiday season. The new DeathTaker, Imperator Pro, and GX-Speed in white create a zone of cool around any gamer, and serve as an excellent complement to any white themed gaming setup. DeathTaker White Edition is a nine button precision gaming mouse with up to 5700 dpi. It has X/Y axis independent dpi adjustments that enable more flexible, in battle, modifications. The weight adjustment system enhances mouse control at high speed. Imperator Pro White Edition has […]

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BitFenix Comrade Chassis Introduced

Newest design offers high-end features for builders on a budget Today, BitFenix is pleased to release a new case design for first-time users and builders on a budget. Dubbed Comrade, the latest case from the BitFenix Design Lab brings with it premium features and functionality with a price tag that’s a friendly as ever. With Comrade, builders who want a stylish yet well-built case can have it all without breaking the bank. Premium Features. Revolutionary Value. With subtle curves and clean yet uncluttered lines, Comrade delivers the kind of design language that BitFenix is famous for. The modern, understated design fits into just about any environment, and is also available in both Midnight Black and Arctic White to suit your […]

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