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Corsair Vengeance Gaming Headset Line Expanded

Corsair Unveils New Gaming Headsets, Gaming Keyboard, and Mouse Mats Corsair®, a worldwide designer of high-performance PC gaming hardware, will unveil five new gaming headsets, a gaming keyboard, and two gaming mouse mats at PAX Prime in Seattle Washington on August 30th, 2013. The gaming headsets include the top-of-the-line Vengeance® 2100 Dolby® 7.1 wireless gaming headset, an improved Vengeance 1500 Dolby 7.1 USB gaming headset, the Vengeance 1400 stereo analog gaming headset, and two Raptor gaming headsets, the Raptor HS40 and Raptor HS30. A Raptor K30 gaming keyboard and two new Corsair gaming mouse mats will also be launched at the event. The new products will be available for sale in September. Vengeance 2100 Dolby 7.1 Wireless Gaming Headset 2.4GHz […]

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LG V960 IPS 21:9 UltraWide All-In-One PC Unveiled

Designed for Both Work and Play, LG’s 21:9 UltraWide Lineup Stretches the Boundaries of Productivity and Entertainment LG Electronics (LG) today unveiled the IPS 21:9 UltraWide All-In-One PC (Model V960) at IFA 2013 in Berlin, Germany. The new addition further expands the cinematically proportioned display range, claiming new territory in the PC market. At IFA, LG will also showcase its new 29EA73, 29EB73 and 29MA73 monitors. The comprehensive IPS 21:9 UltraWide lineup offers consumers an array of choices that increase multitasking and enhance entertainment experiences. “Since LG’s launch of the world’s first 21:9 aspect ratio monitor nearly a year ago, consumer interest in this new class of displays has seen a huge increase,” said Hyoung-sei Park, head of the IT […]

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Gamdias Hermes Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
PeripheralsBy Greg Schepers

GAMDIAS HERMES GKB2010 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Review

Mechanical gaming keyboards continue to pour into the market, and it is blatantly obvious that this is more than merely a passing fad. More and more companies continue to throw their hats into the ring in order to capitalize on the popularity of this gaming peripheral. One of the latest entries is the Gamdias Hermes GBK2010 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. I know what you’re thinking… “who?” Gamdias was recently established (2012) and has a singular focus, which is to “redefine the Electronic Sports (eSports) landscape for gamers worldwide.”

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NVIDIA Delivers Gaming Excitement at PAX Prime 2013

From August 30th to September 2nd, the NVIDIA booth will serve as the destination for hardcore gamers to get hands on time with the very latest PC game titles, the just-released SHIELD handheld gaming platform and get a chance to check out NVIDIA GRID, the latest in cloud gaming technologies. Top new games will be shown, such as Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Blacklist, Dying Light, The Bureau: XCom Unlimited, Command & Conquer: Generals 2 and many more on PCs featuring the latest GeForce GTX GPUs. Gamers will also have a chance to play their favorite Android games on SHIELD, the hottest mobile gaming platform currently available, including Dead on Arrival 2 THD, Chuck’s Challenge, Virtua Tennis, Choplifter THD, Flyhunter: Origins and a ton more. NVIDIA will also be demonstrating the visual awesomeness of 4K with a special demo of Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag and Watch Dogs streamed to a 55-inch 4K Sony TV directly from SHIELD.

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ASUS MB168 Portable USB-Powered Video Monitor Revealed

ASUS today announced the MB168 Series Portable USB-powered Monitor, a 15.6-inch companion display designed for laptop and desktop PCs. Both power and video signal are supplied over a single USB 3.0 cable, removing the need to carry a bulky power adapter and video cable. With a slim 8mm profile and tipping the scales at just 800g, the MB168 Series is the world’s slimmest and lightest companion display and is ideal for simple dual-monitor set-ups and presentations.

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ASUS Z87-Deluxe-Quad Motherboard Features Thunderbolt 2 Technology
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ASUS Z87-Deluxe/Quad Motherboard Features Thunderbolt 2 Technology

ASUS today announced Z87-Deluxe/Quad, the first motherboard in the world with Thunderbolt™ 2 technology certified by Intel®. Based on the new Intel Z87 chipset and ready for the latest 4th generation Intel Core™ processors, the ASUS Z87-Deluxe/Quad ATX motherboard has two Thunderbolt 2 ports for connecting up to 12 devices at once. Each port has up to 20Gbit/s transfer rate and is backwardly compatible with Thunderbolt 1.

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MuseMini UberBuds Bluetooth 4.0 Earbuds Introduced

UberBuds deliver wireless and tangle-free earbuds with premium audio and anti-slip protection, optimized for high levels of movement and action MuseMini, creators of wireless audio accessories for the active lifestyle, today announces the availability of UberBuds, the ultimate wireless earbuds for the on-the-go user. The ultra-compact, wireless, tangle-free and Bluetooth 4.0 enabled earbuds allow users to experience music like they never have in a Bluetooth headset with powerful 6mm drivers. “We are thrilled to introduce the UberBuds to fitness enthusiasts and those looking for a wire-free listening experience,” says Dean Briones, Founder and CEO of MuseMini. “Not only do the UberBuds deliver superb sound, they are designed to outlast the most extreme workouts and activities.” With carefully engineered Bluetooth 4.0, […]

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Digital Storm HydroLux CPU Cooler Unveiled

HydroLux redefines PC cooling performance by offering unmatched levels of customization and control By Digital Storm via Max Borges Agency Digital Storm today unveiled HydroLux, a complete desktop cooling solution that combines liquid and airflow cooling with fully customizable control software. Available exclusively on Digital Storm desktops, HydroLux monitors and automatically adjusts to temperature fluctuations in in real-time, marking a giant leap in the evolution of PC cooling. “We work hard to differentiate the Digital Storm brand by engineering powerful systems that meet our customer’s high-performance demands,” said Rajeev Kuruppu, Digital Storm’s Director of Product Development. “HydroLux delivers on that promise by providing an industry leading cooling solution that can be fully customized to meet each user’s unique needs.” The […]

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LUXA2 Groovy Wireless Stereo Speaker Released

LUXA2, a premier designer and manufacturer of unique and functional mobile accessories including holders, portable power, headsets and cases, is proud to announce a brand new product to its already impressive product portfolio – The Groovy Wireless Stereo Speaker. LUXA2’s Groovy is designed to give the modern music lover wireless streaming of their favorite tunes to ultimately match their lifestyle. The Groovy is made from premium grade brushed aluminum and finished off with a stylish genuine leather strap; meaning that it not only looks good, but feels good too. This, coupled with the Groovy’s excellent sound quality makes it the perfect partner for all occasions. Key features: • Bluetooth 2.1 • Premium grade brushed aluminum body • Lightweight and portable […]

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BitFenix Shadow Chassis Launched

Latest BitFenix chassis design delivers modern styling and impressive value Today, acclaimed PC hardware designer BitFenix is proud to reveal the latest chassis in its award-winning lineup – Shadow. Featuring a clean, modern design and a multitude of DIY-friendly features, Shadow represents a trifecta of style, functionality, and value. With a completely uncluttered façade and monolithic design, Shadow fits perfectly in virtually any environment. The magnetic door, which deftly hides away optical drives, is covered with signature BitFenix SofTouch™ Surface Treatment for added stain resistance and a premium matte finish. This smooth surface is complimented by a brushed aluminum BitFenix logo, along with a customizable LED accent. Located at the bottom of the front door, this LED accent can be […]

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Anker’ Astro2 External Battery Released

The dual-port second gen Astro2 now includes a Smart Port that delivers maximum speed charges to any device Anker, creator of reliable, affordable technology accessories and support devices, introduces the second generation Astro2 external battery, now available at Amazon.com. At $44.99, the Astro2 packs a high-capacity 9,000mAh battery that can charge two mobile devices simultaneously for an essential back-up in this battery-reliant multi-device world. The Astro2 joins the second gen Astro family as a compact addition to the recently released three-port Astro3. Similarly, the second generation Astro2 features the same single Smart Port that identifies the type of device that is plugged in and then adjusts to deliver its fastest charge speed. Not restricted solely to Apple or Android, this […]

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Razer Ouroboros Gaming Mouse Debuts

Winner of more than 15 gaming and tech press awards, the Ouroboros is Razer’s flagship max customization gaming mouse Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, announced the availability for sale in North America of the award-winning Razer Ouroboros gaming mouse. The Razer Ouroboros features fully customizable ergonomics, allowing users to configure the mouse to comfortably fit their hands regardless of hand shape, size or grip-style. The mouse can be custom configured with an adjustable arched palm rest that allows a user to choose from various angles. The Razer Ouroboros also features a retractable back panel that can be set to any one of three positions, as well as four interchangeable side panels. “The interest for […]

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Logitech G602 Wireless Gaming Mouse Launched

Redefines the Laws of Wireless Gaming with More than Eight Times the Battery Life of Other Wireless Gaming Mice – 250 Continuous Hours – Without Compromising Gaming Grade Sensor or Connection Performance Today Logitech introduced a mouse that redefines the boundaries of wireless gaming. The Logitech® G602 Wireless Gaming Mouse combines 250 hours of non-stop lag-free wireless game play with the precision of Logitech G’s exclusive Delta Zero™ sensor technology to help players dominate boss after boss. And, to ensure players have the best-possible surface for their particular style of game play, Logitech has also created two new mouse pads, the Logitech® G440 Hard Gaming Mouse Pad and the Logitech® G240 Cloth Gaming Mouse Pad. These new mouse pads deliver […]

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Cooler Master Elite 130 M-ITX Chassis Announced

Cooler Master, a leading creator, innovator and manufacturer of desktop components and more, today announced the brand new Elite 130 M-ITX chassis. The Elite 130 improves upon the popular Elite 120 and brings about even more value added features. It does so while keeping an elegant, yet demure exterior. Small, Yet Powerful Elite 130 is among the most compact, yet fully featured chassis for high performance M-ITX computing. Included is a large mesh front panel that offers reserved styling while allowing extreme airflow. Elite 130 is designed to fit in the most minute available desk space while supporting high performance hardware. A pleasing, clean exterior design conceals the true performance parts contained within the Elite 130. Full Range of Cooling […]

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Cooler Master SF-15 Gaming Laptop Cooler Released

Cooler Master, a leading creator, innovator and manufacturer of desktop components and more, today announced a new addition to the recently released SF-17 Strike Force gaming grade laptop cooler, the SF-15. Award-Winning Roots With the release of the award winning SF-19 USB 3.0, gamers and media reviews were soon left awestruck by its raw cooling power and gamer aesthetics. SF-15 carries on this tradition with its complementary ability to create the perfect atmosphere for gaming through its styling, LED lighting strip, and highly effective cooling fans. This makes it ideal for prepping gamers for battle. SF-15 boasts a proven effective and highly customizable cooling design to ensure laptops are cooled as a gamer specifies. Specialized Design for Gamers In order […]

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CasesBy Steven Iglesias-Hearst

Lian Li PC-Q28 Aluminum Mini-ITX Tower PC Case Review

Since this is my first venture into building a system inside an M-ITX PC case I didn’t know exactly what to expect when I started out. I had certain expectations of the Lian Li PC-Q28; I knew it would take a full size ATX PSU (up to 17cm) and double slot video cards (up to 29cm long). The Lian Li PC-Q28 PC case, while small, has a large internal volume and will make for an excellent enthusiast M-ITX case with a few tweaks and mods. In this article Benchmark Reviews will hopefully provide answers to all of the questions you may have regarding the capabilities of the Lian-Li PC-Q28 Aluminum Mini-ITX Tower PC Case (model PC-Q28B), and more that you may have not considered.

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MSI AG2712A All-in-One Gaming Computer Launched

World-renowned leader in motherboards, graphic cards, and All-in-One computers MSI is introducing a 27-inch, All-in-One Gaming PC: AG2712A, the first of its kind in the world. The AG2712A features the Intel Core i7 3630QM quad-core processor, AMD’s top-of-the-line Radeon™ HD 8970M discrete graphics card, and up to 2GB GDDR5 of graphics memory for the ultimate gaming experience. The AG2712A comes in brand new color of red for extreme gaming passion, excitement and enthusiasm. High-End AMD Radeon™ HD 8970M Discrete Graphics Card MSI firstly incorporated the new AMD Radeon™ HD 8970M discrete graphics card into the AG2712A which supports DirectX 11.1–the latest 3D API, to squeeze every ounce of fun out of games and vibrate gamers with massive visual enjoyment. AMD […]

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Lenovo ThinkStation E32 Workstation Announced

Lenovo(HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announced the ThinkStation E32, an entry-level workstation ideal for professionals working in computer-aided design, product development and architecture. The ThinkStation E32 is available with Intel Xeon® E3 and 4th generation Intel Core i7 and Core i5 processorsso applications run fast and reliably, as well as enhanced memory and graphics capabilities to provide users more choices for superior performance and productivity. On select models, the E32 also comes with a 60-day free trial1 of Autodesk®AutoCAD LT®2014drafting software, which helps design professionals create precise 2D CAD drawings that can be easily edited and shared. “The ThinkStation E32 is built for the design and engineering community and is an ideal workstation for running AutoCAD LT,” said Sheila Parker […]

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GIGABYTE Intel H81 Series Motherboards Released

Bringing Ultimate Durability to Entry-Level Platform Motherboards GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, today announced its latest range of 8 series motherboards based on the new Intel® H81 Chipset (PCH) supporting the latest 4th generation Intel® Core™ processors. GIGABYTE Intel® H81 series motherboards include ATX and Micro-ATX models, bringing together a unique blend of features and technologies that offer the absolute best in terms of quality, durability and overall lifespan. GIGABYTE H81 series motherboards stand out from the competition with signature features that guarantee the utmost in both performance and reliability. High quality components for key areas of the motherboard are joined by an updated and improved UEFI DualBIOS™ which offers a customizable, full […]

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Mach Xtreme Technology EXPRESS Driver-less PCIe SSD Card Unveiled

Mach Xtreme Technology Inc., a worldwide leader in top performance, high reliability and user-friendly designed PC components, today unveiled EXPRESS™ Series PCIe SSD add-on card. The MX-EXPRESS is implementing advanced dual-controller technology and is based on an unique driver-less design. Based on an innovative design, the low-profile MX-EXPRESS PCIe 2.0 x2 SSD card delivers an enhanced desktop computing experience with much faster application loading times, ultra-fast data access and shorter boot-ups of today’s and future high-end desktops featuring PCIe 2x / 4x /16x interface. “The MX-EXPERSS continues our tradition of catering to power users who want the fastest and smoothest performance. It meets extreme data transfer needs, utilizing a PCIe 2.0 bandwidth. This add-on card is fully compliant with AHCI […]

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TRENDnet TPE-1620WS Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch Launched

TRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, makes available today the 16-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch, model TPE-1620WS — a feature packed managed PoE+ switch. This sturdy metal rack-mountable switch features 16 Gigabit PoE+ ports and two shared SFP slots. PoE+ ports automatically supplies PoE+ (up to 30 Watts) or PoE (up to 15 Watts) power to connected devices. TRENDnet’s energy saving GREENnet technology powers down ports when not in use — resulting in power savings of up to 70%. Security protocols including ACL, SSL, MAC/port filtering, 802.1X, TACACS+, and RADIUS support layered security controls. The TPE-1620WS is IPv6 ready, with full IPv6 support. Embedded traffic management technology includes: 802.3ad link aggregation, Asymmetric VLAN, 802.1Q VLAN, Voice […]

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LSI 9300-4i4e SAS PCIe 12Gb/s HBA Card Review

The LSI 9300-4i4e is a PCI-Express to Serial Attached SCSI (PCIe-to-SAS) host bus adapter (HBA) card fits server and high-performance workstation computers to deliver internal and external storage connectivity. Also called the LSI 12GB/s SAS HBA card, the 9300-4i4e model provides eight lanes of 12Gb/s SAS connectivity and is matched with eight lanes of PCIe 3.0 8Gb/s performance. LSI’s 9300-4i4e 12GB/s SAS HBA is based on the proprietary Fusion-MPT architected LSI SAS3008 / Fusion MPT 2.5 controller that fuses 8Gb/s PCIe 3.0 technology to 12Gb/s SAS technology. In this article, Benchmark Reviews inspects the features and functionality for the LSI SAS 9300-4i4e PCIe 12Gbps HBA Card.

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TD03 SilverStone Tundra SST-TD03 All-In-One Liquid CPU Cooler Review
CoolingBy Tom Jaskulka

SilverStone Tundra SST-TD03 All-In-One Liquid CPU Cooler Review

Well here’s something a little different. SilverStone Technology has released their first line of all-in-one liquid coolers, part of the Tundra series. Sporting a patented fin design with claims of 40% higher cooling efficiency, new 120mm fans in a push/pull arrangement on a 45mm thick radiator and a custom water block, the SilverStone Tundra SST-TD03 All-In-One Liquid CPU Cooler that Benchmark Reviews has received for testing is a refreshingly unique addition to the growing and popular all-in-one water-cooling segment.

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Spire Bliss 9-inch Tablet Series Launched

Spire today rolled out its new series of 9-inch tablet PC’s codenamed Bliss. The Bliss series are quality Tablet PC’s loaded with powerful features. These functional and handy mini computers are lightweight, portable and great for people that are always on the move. Pre-loaded with Android 4.0 ‘Ice Cream Sandwich’, ensuring simplicity and stability of the Bliss tablets. The elegant and sleek design of the Bliss series ensure comfortable and stress free use. Build with the quality performance series of Allwinner Cortex A13 1.2Ghz microprocessors you will be guaranteed of solid performance. The Bliss series are supported by two years Spire direct consumer warranty service, the Bliss series are powered by innovation offered by Spire. Main Features: * 9inch Tablet […]

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Cooler Master Cosmos SE PC Case Debuts

Cooler Master, and its team, will be descending upon Gamescom, a trade fair for video games held annually at the Hoelnmesse in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The Cooler Master booth at Gamescom will be showcasing the long overdue update to Cooler Master Cosmos S case series, the Cosmos SE. Premium, Functional, & Elegant Product Showcase Visit Cooler Master’s Team in hall 8 – B065 to catch a glimpse of the latest Cosmos S Series case, Cosmos SE. This new pure black case takes the essence of the Cosmos S and shrinks it to a more compact mid-tower design. It does so while implementing new and innovative cooling and modularity. The Cosmos SE features many fully modular features. One of which […]

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