NVIDIA Tesla K40 GPUs Accelerate IBM Data Center Supercomputers
NVIDIA and IBM [NYSE: IBM] today announced plans to collaborate on GPU-accelerated versions of IBM’s wide portfolio of enterprise software applications on IBM Power Systems.
Read moreFAVI Boomerang Adjustable Audio Dock Introduced
FAVI Entertainment announces its crescent-shaped Boomerang Wireless Audio Dock, an on-the-go home-theater for your mobile device or tablet with tap-to-pair NFC Technology By FAVI Entertainment via Max Borges Agency FAVI Entertainment brings its experience in home theater to the mobile accessory market, announcing a crescent-shaped NFC-enabled speaker that rests on the outside edges of your mobile device allowing you to create a mini home-theater experience anywhere, anytime. “Whether you’re watching a movie or chatting over Skype, you shouldn’t be limited to the stock audio of your device” said Jeremy Yakel, President of FAVI Entertainment, “The Boomerang allows you to get stereo style sound on your iPad, iPhone or Android device with a simple tap.” The Boomerang Wireless Audio Dock uses […]
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ADATA DashDrive HV620 External Hard Drive Review
ADATA has been in the business of developing memory and storage solutions for a dozen years and, in the process, has earned a reputation for producing high-quality devices. Its latest addition to the DashDrive lineup is the ADATA HV620 External Hard Drive. The HV620 is currently available in 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB capacities. In this review, Benchmark Reviews will take a closer look at the 2TB version of the ADATA DashDrive HV620 External Hard Drive and share the results of our testing. We will also take a closer look at its features, which include a scratch-proof surface, its glossy finish, and the raised lip around the perimeter of the device, which is meant to provide an added level of protection to the top of the HV620.
Read moreSony PlayStation®4 Launched In the United States and Canada
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) today launched PlayStation®4 (PS4™), a system built for gamers and inspired by developers. The PS4 system is now available in the United States and Canada at a suggested retail price of USD $399 and CAD $399, arriving with a lineup of over 20 first- and third-party games, including exclusive titles like Knack™ and Killzone: Shadow Fall™. In total, the PS4 system will have a library of over 30 games by the end of the year. *1 “Today’s launch of PS4 represents a milestone for all of us at PlayStation, our partners in the industry, and, most importantly, all of the PlayStation fans who live and breathe gaming every day,” said Andrew House, President and Group […]
Read moreMotorola Moto G Smartphone Announced
An Exceptional Phone At An Exceptional Price People all around the world want to be a part of the mobile Internet so they can access the world’s information, share, and connect with the things that matter to them. But the smartphone industry has relegated hundreds of millions of smartphone buyers to second-class status, preventing them from experiencing the mobile Internet at its best. That’s because price-conscious consumers who don’t want to pay $600 or more for high-end smartphones have been left with two bad options. The first is to buy cheap, new smartphones made with second-rate technology that don’t do justice to modern apps and experiences like navigation, video chat and games. The second is to buy “low cost” versions […]
Read moreAMD FirePro S10000 12GB Edition Graphics Card Announced
New AMD FirePro S10000 12GB Edition graphics card is designed for heterogeneous compute applications built on OpenCL and delivers peak double precision performance AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the new AMD FirePro™ S10000 12GB Edition graphics card, designed for big data high-performance computing (HPC) workloads for single precision and double precision performance. With full support for PCI Express® 3.0 and optimized for use with the OpenCL™ compute programming language, the AMD FirePro S10000 12GB Edition GPU features ECC memory plus DirectGMA support allowing developers working with large models and assemblies to take advantage of the massively parallel processing capabilities of AMD GPUs based on the latest AMD Graphics Core Next (GCN) architecture. AMD FirePro S10000 12GB Edition GPU is slated […]
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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite E-reader Review
First introduced in 2007, the Amazon Kindle e-ink book reader has become the standard by which all e-ink book readers are measured. Since that time, many users have taken to reading books on portable devices such as tablets and smartphones. The new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite aims to convince readers that the e-ink reader still deserves to be your “go to” device for reading.
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BitFenix Prodigy M mATX Case Review
After seeing numerous modders do just that (and the customer feedback that was clamoring for such a case), BitFenix has responded with the Prodigy M. Using the frame of the original Prodigy, they reworked the internals to accommodate a micro ATX motherboard and all of the enthusiast configurations that go along with it. Even with its proven performance in ITX trim, can the Prodigy chassis keep up with mATX components? BitFenix sent their Midnight Black Prodigy M, model number BFC-PRM-300-KKXSK-RP to Benchmark Reviews so we could have a look.
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Rosewill RPLC-200PKIT Powerline Adapter Kit Review
WiFi is everyone these days; coffee shops, super markets, retail stores. If you are like most people, you also have WiFi at home. I think you would hard pressed to find an ISP that doesn’t provide a wireless router with their services. WiFi is great. Right up until you need it to do something very important and it just doesn’t quite cut it. Well, there is a solution. A device that will turn the power lines already run in your house into veritable network cables, ensuring that you always have a connection when and where you need it. In this article, Benchmark Reviews is testing the Rosewill RPLC-200PKIT Powerline Adapter Kit.
Read moreCYBERPOWERPC Hadron Hydro Gaming PC Announced
Mini ITX-Based Enthusiast Series Features Liquid Cooling CyberPower Inc. www.CYBERPOWERPC.com, a global manufacturer of custom gaming PCs, has teamed with EVGA Corporation to offer an exclusive series of mini-ITX based gaming rigs that pack all the hardware enthusiasts crave in a compact liquid-cooled ready chassis. The CYBERPOWERPC Hadron Hydro gaming PC is designed for PC enthusiasts who demand the power and headroom to accommodate the latest gaming hardware with the performance advantage of liquid-cooling for both the CPU and GPU in a compact enclosure. The Hadron Hydro chassis measures 6.6″ wide x 13.7″ high and 12.1″ deep; just 1.7″ taller than the Hadron Air. The series is based on EVGA’s Hadron Hydro Mini ITX chassis, which features the same minimalist […]
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Sceptre X405BV-FHDR 40-inch LED HDTV Introduced
By Sceptre via Max Borges Agency Sceptre, superior manufacturers of world class LED/LCD HDTVs and PC displays, delivers the perfect combination of performance and value with its newest LED HDTV. The X405BV-FHDR features a true 40-inch FullHD crystal clear viewable area, 1920×1080 panel resolution, 16:9 widescreen ratio and 3 HDMI ports for only $399.99 MSRP. Highlighted by a unique brush pattern bezel, the X405BV-FHDR features a minimalistic design with ultra-clean lines, making it ideal for even the most elegant decors. The 40-inch LED HDTV’s subtle design weighs less than 20lbs and measures only 3.5 inches at its thickest, making it perfect for mounting in smaller rooms or in commercial locations. “Our newest 40-inch LED HDTV reinforces our belief that value […]
Read moreEdifier e25 Luna Eclipse 2.0 Bluetooth Speaker Set Debuts
By Edifier via Max Borges Agency Edifier®, a global designer and manufacturer of award-winning audio systems, introduces its newest 2.0 Bluetooth speaker set – the Luna Eclipse. Boasting 74 watts of power, the Luna Eclipse is a must have for audio enthusiasts seeking exceptional audio quality in a visually striking package. Ideal for desktops and various home environments, the Luna Eclipse connects to any Bluetooth® enabled device including smartphones, tablets and computers for wireless audio playback. The Luna Eclipse can also connect to an audio host such as televisions, etc., using the 3.5mm auxiliary cable provided. A touch sensitive panel that controls volume, power and track changes is located on the side of Luna Eclipse’s active speaker. When in Bluetooth […]
Read moreQNAP TS-212P Turbo NAS for Home Users Released
QNAP® Systems, Inc. today announced the release of TS-212P Turbo NAS for home and small/home office use. The new 2-bay model is equipped with a 1.6GHz CPU and 512MB DDR3 RAM, delivering reliable performance for daily tasks including file storage, sharing, data backup, and serving as an ideal media center for enjoying multimedia files across a range of platforms. “The new TS-212P features an upgraded hardware specification from the TS-212. With a faster CPU and doubled RAM, the TS-212P provides an even greater capability to satisfy growing demands for file management & sharing for home and small/home office users,” said Laurent Cheng, product manager of QNAP. The TS-212P features the intuitive and app-oriented QTS 4.0 operating system that makes system […]
Read moreSP/Silicon Power Blaze B30 Diamond-Check USB 3.0 Swivel Flash Drives Introduced
SP/Silicon Power, the world’s leading provider of memory storage solutions today introduces a new USB 3.0 swivel drive – Blaze B30. Carved with the elegant diamond-checked pattern, this jewel-liked flash drive presents the perfect combination between the fashion iconic black and the metal swivel part, making itself a trendy storage device and eye-catching accessory. Shine like a Jewel Featuring the geometric diamond-cut pattern carved on the glossy translucent body, Blaze B30 shines like a luxurious jewelry, and is able to reflect the sparkle through different source of lights. With the built-in LED indicator, the light will illuminate through the outer case, and indicate the data transfer status during use. Swivel for Easily Use and Store Different from the commonly seen […]
Read moreTRENDnet TEW-753DAP High Performance Wireless PoE Access Point Released
TRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, today announces the availability of the N600 Dual Band PoE Access Point, model TEW-753DAP — a feature rich business class PoE access point, with proven concurrent dual band 300 Mbps Wireless N technology. The off white, low profile, smoke detector shaped TEW-753DAP blends into most environments, offering the ability to turn off flashing LEDs to further reduce product visibility. A variety of installation scenarios are supported with Access Point, WDS Access Point, WDS Bridge, and Repeater modes. Save installation time and costs with Power over Ethernet (PoE). Manage two 300 megabit per second Wireless N bands — a 2.4 gigahertz band and a less congested 5 gigahertz band. A Gigabit Ethernet […]
Read moreQNAP TS-x70 Pro Series Turbo NAS Launched
Delivering Smooth Multimedia Transcoding Capabilities QNAP® Systems, Inc. today announced the release of the TS-x70 Pro series Turbo NAS, available in 4, 6 and 8-bay tower models, for home and small/home office use. Powered by a Dual-Core Intel® Core™ i3 3.3 GHz Processor and 2GB DDR3 RAM, the TS-x70 Pro series delivers real-time and smooth multimedia transcoding capabilities, and is ideal for connecting home digital assets as a multimedia hub. The TS-x70 Pro series can deliver up to 447MB Read and 446MB Write speed with optional 4 Gigabit LAN port configuration. “Network-Attached Storage (NAS) has become an increasingly popular element in home applications, and high-quality multimedia experiences require a solution with well-integrated hardware and software features,” said Jason Hsu, product […]
Read moreG.SKILL DDR3L 2133MHz CL11 1.35V 8GB(4GBx2) SO-DIMM Memory Kit Announced
G.SKILL International Co. Ltd., the leading high performance memory designer and manufacturer, is expanding its Ripjaws SO-DIMM series DDR3L memory up to a staggering 2133MHz. Meticulously designed to operate at a low voltage of 1.35V, this 4GBx2 memory kit will give your system a much needed performance boost! 1.35V Low Voltage for 4th Gen Intel Core i5 and i7 laptops 1.35V DDR3L SO-DIMM memory is the required and recommended standard for most new Intel Haswell laptop systems. The G.SKILL DDR3L 2133MHz 1.35V kit is the perfect memory solution to boost your new laptop’s performance while extending battery life. Plug and Play on compatible SO-DIMM supported systems Besides notebook systems, G.SKILL Ripjaws high speed DDR3L SO-DIMM memory kits work perfectly with […]
Read moreSunpartner and 3M Produce Wireless Transparent Solar Charging System
Combining 3M Optically Clear Adhesives with SunPartner’s Wysips® Crystal drives this innovative advance in consumer electronics energy management. Wysips®—What You See Is Photovoltaic Surface—transforms any surface into a solar panel that can generate its own energy from natural or artificial light. These photovoltaic cells activate from the moment they are exposed to light and charge the battery or power the equipment they are connected to, revolutionizing businesses and the daily lives of consumers with electronics always at the ready.
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EverQuest II: Tears of Veeshan Expansion Now Available
Sony Online Entertainment, LLC (SOE) today announced the launch of EverQuest II: Tears of Veeshan, the 10th expansion for the hit massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). The Tears of Veeshan expansion features engaging new content, including a compelling storyline to experience, a new overland realm to explore, massive dungeons, dragon-themed Alternative Advancements (AAs), the new Channeler class, and a host of challenging quests and items
Read moreRapoo A3060 Bluetooth Portable Mini Speaker Introduced
Delivers Big Sound While on the Go Rapoo’s new A3060 Bluetooth Portable Mini Speaker is ideal for use at home or on the go. The powerful yet compact speaker fits easily into any purse, backpack, carry-on or pocket, allowing users to play their favorite tunes anytime, anywhere. The cylindrical A3060 Bluetooth Portable Mini Speaker features Bluetooth 4.0 and Intelligent Voice Prompt which provides audio status updates including when the speaker is pairing to a device, battery life and volume changes. The small but mighty speaker features integrated controls on the top allowing users to control volume, pause/play music and go to the next/previous track. The versatile speaker also has a built-in microphone for hands-free calling, a rechargeable lithium ion battery […]
Read moreAMD Radeon R9 270 Graphics Card Launched
Powered by Graphics Core Next (GCN) architecture and bolstered by industry-acclaimed Mantle API, the AMD Radeon R9 270 GPU is built for HD gaming with high quality settings AMD (NYSE: AMD) today launched the AMD Radeon™ R9 270 graphics card, the newest addition to the award-winning AMD Radeon™ R9 Series GPUs, an impressive family of GPUs that mark a new era of PC gaming. The AMD Radeon™ R9 270 GPU joins the AMD Radeon™ R9 270X, R9 280X, R9 290 and R9 290X graphics cards, all designed for enthusiast gamers who expect next-generation hardware that can shatter the boundaries of realism and performance. “The AMD Radeon R9 270 GPU continues AMD’s tradition of delivering world-class performance, features and multi-monitor support […]
Read morePowerColor R9 270 OC Video Card Released
PowerColor R9 270 OC delivers the best overclocking performance than others TUL Corporation, a leading manufacturer of AMD graphic cards, today introduces a new flavor into R9 series, the PowerColor R9 270 OC. Built with AMD’s latest GPU, Curacao, the R9 270 OC is based on 28nm processor and offering PC enthusiastic with cutting-edge technology, including Microsoft DirectX® 11.2, AMD CrossFireTM technology, and ultra resolution gaming, ensuring unrivaled performance. The PowerColor R9 270 OC has set up to overclock 30MHz faster than its reference design, even up to 955MHz with boost, together with 1400MHz of memory clock, guarantee gamers to have the best gaming experience. Using high performance 256-bit of 2GB GDDR5 memory, and 1280 stream processors, the R9 270 […]
Read moreWD My Cloud EX4 Four-Bay NAS Unveiled
Delivers Ultimate Reliability and Advanced NAS Features with Up to 16 TB[1] of Capacity WD®, a Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) company and a world leader in storage solutions for the connected life, today expanded its recently introduced My Cloud™ family of personal cloud solutions with My Cloud™ EX4, a high-performance four-bay network attached storage (NAS) solution for creative professionals, prosumers, workgroups and anyone looking for a reliable way to save, share, back up, stream and manage massive amounts of digital data. “The reception for our recently introduced My Cloud personal cloud platform was extremely positive,” said Jim Welsh, executive vice president and general manager of WD’s branded products and consumer electronics groups. “Our single drive My Cloud system is the […]
Read moreSwann SwannEye HD Plug & Play and Pan & Tilt Security Cameras Unveiled
With added high-definition, the Wi-Fi enabled SwannEye HD™ security cameras enable remote viewing on iOS, PC and Android devices Swann Security, the global leader in security monitoring solutions, announces upgrades to its line of network security cameras. The SwannEye HD™ Plug & Play (SWADS-455CAM) security camera is packed with features for 24/7 home and business security. The SwannEye HD™ Pan & Tilt (SWADS-445CAM) security camera is an easy-to-setup, HD remote viewing surveillance system with a powerful pan and tilt camera. “The demand for easy-to-setup and easy-to-use security systems for homes and small businesses has been overwhelming,” said Jeremy Stewart, Swann’s VP Global Marketing. “With the new SwannEye HD cameras, we are able to provide an easy and powerful security monitoring […]
Read more2560×1600: GeForce GTX 780 Ti vs Radeon R9 290X
It’s no secret that PC gamers who seek realistic graphics prefer their desktop platform over the 1080p-limited console counterparts. Discrete graphics cards, the hardware added onto motherboards built for high performance, support enthusiast video resolutions as large as 2560×1600. More pixels means more power needed to produce them, so I decided to test some of the most recent graphics cards from NVIDIA and AMD on our massive 30″ monitor. In this article Benchmark Reviews tests frame rate performance for the AMD Radeon R9 290X and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti at their maximum supported resolution.
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