Until a few years ago, Intel motherboards were, well, boring: reliable, sure, and well-made, but without any really interesting features that would appeal to enthusiasts. That started changing around the time of the Z68 chipset, and although Intel has announced they’ll stop manufacturing desktop motherboards in the near future, the Z87-based DZ78KLT-75K makes a good swan song.
Read moreWindows Embedded 8.1 Industry delivers Windows 8.1 technologies to intelligent systems across a range of industries. By Microsoft This week at the Build 2013 conference, Microsoft executives announced availability of the Windows 8.1 Preview, underscoring the opportunities for developers and partners throughout the ecosystem to execute on the company’s devices and services strategy. Simultaneously, Microsoft extended its Windows 8.1 technologies to intelligent system solutions with the Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Release Preview. Developers, OEMs and enterprises can begin testing industry devices and solutions today — an opportunity to take advantage of the continuing maturation of the Windows Embedded 8 platform, as well as to help ensure the tightest possible integration between devices and the broader Windows universe. Kevin […]
Read moreBy Intel Corporation Intel subsidiary, Havok™, launched Project Anarchy, an end-to-end mobile 3-D game production engine. Games developed using Project Anarchy technology can be deployed for free on many leading mobile platforms, including Android* and Tizen*, for customers regardless of their companies’ size or revenue. Project Anarchy was created through a combination of the Havok Vision Engine, Havok Physics, Havok Animation and Havok AI technologies. This game development tool has the support of Havok’s active community site and award-winning technology support team. Download Project Anarchy.
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The iTransfer functions as an Apple device transfer utility that can backup files of all type on any Apple product to a Windows PC. The utility is provided to allow syncing or partial syncing with iTunes and other PC directories. Once the files have been transferred to the PC, the video and audio can be played on any Apple device, or further transcoded to allow playback on a wide range of video or audio devices.
Read moreNew DashDrive HV620 Provides Stylish Storage By ADATA Technology ADATA Technology, a leading manufacturer of high-performance DRAM modules and NAND Flash application products, today launched the DashDrive HV620, an external hard drive that sports sleek lines and a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface. Weighing in at just 152 grams (5.4 ounces), the HV620 sports an eye-pleasing glossy housing, coupled with a bright blue LED that lights up when data is being read from or written to the disk. A raised lip on the edge of the drive protects the lustrous surface from scratching when the drive is laid flat. Its compact profile and smooth lines make it a likely choice for professionals and home users alike. The DashDrive HV620 will be […]
Read moreDigital Storm is the first boutique system builder to offer handcrafted, custom copper pipping liquid cooling solutions By Max Borges Agency for Digital Storm For more than ten years Digital Storm has worked diligently to build some of the world’s finest, high-performance computers. That commitment to building the best culminates today with the release of Aventum II, a system that is as much a work of art as it is a finely tuned piece of technology. Digital Storm’s in-house team of engineers designed every inch of Aventum II, incorporating ten years’ worth of the most challenging customer requests to create a dream machine. They knew there was no off-the-shelf chassis or cooling solution that could meet the extreme requirements of […]
Read moreYour Ultimate Gaming Weapon By Tt eSPORTS Tt eSPORTS, the top gaming gear brand appreciated with the “2012 Taiwan Excellence Award”, proudly introduce its latest gaming peripherals－the fierce “VOLOS Gaming Mouse” and high efficiency “CRONOS Gaming Headset” to worldwide players! Tt eSPORTS brings the most personalized and the highest quality weapons for the most competitive cyber battles, provide you unprecedented digital entertainment experience! The market launch of the new Tt eSPORTS VOLOS Gaming Mouse and CRONOS Gaming Headset start in mid-July 2013. VOLOS Gaming Mouse－Cast your opponents away The VOLOS gaming mouse is the next generation laser mouse, specifically made for MOBA/MMORPG gamers. For MOBA/MMORPG players it is critical to capture the right timing in activating abilities, and VOLOS has […]
Read moreLatest BitFenix case design brings enhanced cooling capabilities and unmatched aesthetics By BitFenix Known for its signature clean yet modern designs, premier PC hardware designer BitFenix is proud to reveal its latest ATX chassis creation – Ronin. Featuring enhanced cooling capabilities, DIY-friendly features, unique styling, and legendary BitFenix quality, Ronin represents a next-level chassis design that shows your opponents no mercy. Modern, stylish, and clean, with a menacing all-black finish, Ronin is the epitome of BitFenix design. The top and front panels, coated in BitFenix SofTouch™ Surface Treatment for excellent stain resistance and quality feel, are bordered by micro-mesh strips that not only perfectly compliment the matte black exterior, but also act as additional ventilation. Moving to the side panel, […]
Read moreThe DisplayPort to HDMI adapter actively converts a computers DisplayPort video output to HDMI and is Eyefinity validated By Accell Accell, a provider of premium audio video, computer and mobile device accessories, today announced the availability of the company’s newest HDMI adapter, the UltraAV DisplayPort 1.1 to HDMI 1.4 active adapter. Also available in Mini DisplayPort, this active adapter has an MSRP of $32.99 and is available now. Accell’s UltraAV DisplayPort 1.1 to HDMI 1.4 active adapter enables a DisplayPort supported computer to connect to an HDMI supported display. The Accell UltraAV DisplayPort to HDMI Active adapter is AMD Eyefinity certified, providing an optimal experience when using AMD Eyefinity Technology and allowing a three monitor configuration. “Accell’s new UltraAV DisplayPort […]
Read moreOptimal GAMING Performance Includes Exclusive GAMING APP Tuning Utility for Quickly Changing Settings By MSI Leading international motherboard and graphics card maker MSI has just officially unveiled its latest high-end GTX 760 GAMING graphics cards! Featuring NVIDIA’s latest GeForce GTX 760 GPU with 2GB of high-speed GDDR5 and PCI Express Gen 3, the MSI GTX 760 GAMING also comes with the exclusive MSI GAMING APP tuning utility which enables gamers to instantly switch between OC, Gaming, and Silent modes. In addition, MSI’s proprietary Flow Control technology, dual over-sized 10 cm fans, and patented Propeller Blade technology perfectly complement the Twin Frozr IV’s impressive cooling performance. With a core temperature of just 71°C and noise level at a mere 22.81 dB* […]
Read moreIn appreciation of its fan base and support of Child’s Play charity, Razer Surround audio engine will be available free-of-charge and with charity contribution option through 2013 By Razer Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, today announced the latest member of its software family: Razer Surround. Razer Surround is a state-of-the-art audio engine that provides 7.1 virtual surround sound with any stereo headphones. The current generation of virtual surround technology often provides inaccurate listening experiences because individuals perceive sound differently based on their distinct ear sizes and shapes. As such, virtual surround sound traditionally falls short compared to discrete surround sound setups. With the patent-pending Razer Surround audio engine, users have the option to calibrate […]
Read moreBy Max Borges Agency for Sceptre Sceptre, superior manufacturers of world class LED and LCD HDTVs and PC displays, increases its selection of energy efficient models with its newest 40-inch LCD HDTV featuring MHL Technology and an estimated yearly energy cost of only $15. Equipped with a true 40-inch crystal clear viewable area, the X405BV-FMDU provides the design and convenience needed for smaller spaces without sacrificing image quality. The unit features a FullHD 1080P, 1920×1080 high resolution and a true widescreen 16:9 ratio while boasting 3 HDMI ports, giving users the option of connecting multiple devices at the same time without needing to disconnect and exchange cables. The addition of MHL technology allows mobile devices to directly connect to the […]
Read morePortable form factor packed with impressive tech specs allows users to view multimedia almost 96 inches diagonal from 10 feet away By Max Borges Agency for bem wireless bem wireless brings your multimedia presentations to life with the Kickstand, a high-performance portable projector with integrated kickstand that blasts a large image from a small package. This revolutionary, foldable product can be tossed into a briefcase for your next business meeting or families can even set it up in for an instant home theater. The Kickstand is now available for preorder on Kickstarter. “We’re very excited to show our consumers the Kickstand. There’s absolutely nothing like it on the market. We’ve integrated incredible technology into a beautifully designed form factor,” says […]
Read moreBy Samsung Electronics America Samsung Electronics America, a display market leader and award-winning technology innovator, announced today that it will be showcasing its 2013 lineup of LED Smart TVs for the hospitality industry at HITEC 2013, he world’s largest hospitality technology show. Samsung will be showcasing a variety of LED TVs and software solutions for the hospitality market, including the new 890 Series LED TVs, which feature its LYNC™ SINC content management system, at the Minneapolis Convention Center, Booth #115, from June 24-27. “Hotels are striving to keep up with the increasing demands of today’s tech-savvy traveler and working to provide experiences that keep guests coming back,” said Jonas Tanenbaum, Vice President of Hospitality at Samsung Electronics America. “Samsung is […]
Read moreBy Razer Group Razer Surround is a state-of-the-art audio engine that provides 7.1 virtual surround sound with any stereo headphones. The current generation of virtual surround technology often provides inaccurate listening experiences because individuals perceive sound differently based on their distinct ear sizes and shapes. As such, virtual surround sound traditionally falls short compared to discrete surround sound setups. With the patent-pending Razer Surround audio engine, users have the option to calibrate their personal surround sound settings through a series of listening tests to match their preferences, giving them far superior positional sound over traditional virtual solutions. Razer Surround gives gamers a truly individualized 7.1 surround sound and attuned 3D audio experience, allowing them to acoustically pinpoint exact locations of […]
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The latest member of the GeForce GTX 700 series lineup to hit the market is the GTX 760. This GPU is built off the GK104 GPU like quite a few GPUs in the GTX 600 and 700 series. The GTX 760 is built to replace the GTX 660Ti and fill an important price position between about $250 and $300. At Benchmark Reviews, we have MSI N760 TF 2GD5/OC video card on hand and have tested it with some of the most popular and graphically intensive titles currently available. The MSI N760 TF 2GD5/OC takes the stock features of the GTX 760 and adds to them by overclocking the GPU, adding a proven cooling solution, and including a bunch of other extras that you won’t find on the other GTX 760s. So without further ado, let’s get into the details of the MSI N760 TF 2GD5/OC video card.
Read moreBy NVIDIA NVIDIA today launched the new NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX™ 760 GPU, which offers amazing PC gaming performance, smooth frame rates and exclusive GeForce GTX features for only $249. Designed to deliver extreme frame rates for all of this year’s hottest PC games, includingCall of Duty: Ghosts, Watch Dogs and Battlefield 4, the GeForce GTX 760 GPU is the new weapon of choice for experiencing high-definition gaming. And, powered by an NVIDIAKepler™ architecture-based GPU with an incredible 2.3 gigaflops of processing horsepower, the GeForce GTX 760 is already dramatically more powerful than the next-generation game consoles expected by the end of the year. “For gamers seeking insanely fast performance and smooth frame rates for their favorite games, the choice is […]
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NVIDIA’s GeForce GTX 760 video card is built from the 28nm Kepler GK104 graphics processor, featuring 1152 CUDA cores that are clocked to reach 980 MHz and reach 1033 using NVIDIA Boost 2.0 technology. GeForce GTX 760 also comes with 2GB of GDDR5 video memory, clocked to provide a 1502 MHz graphics frame buffer. In this article, Benchmark Reviews tests and compares the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 graphics card using several highly-demanding DX11 video games, such as Metro: Last Light, Batman: Arkham City, and Battlefield 3.
Read moreDiamond Multimedia’s MSPBT300B/MSPBT300S with Micro SD / TF Card & 3.5mm Audio Plug allow users enjoy quality sound anytime and anywhere. By Diamond Multimedia Diamond Multimedia has announced the release of their new addition to the Mini Rockers Speaker line, the mobile portable wireless Bluetooth® speaker, MSPBT300B and MSPBT300S. The compact powerful wireless speaker can be used as a Bluetooth® speakerphone, play MP3s from Micro SD card or AUX and can receive wireless streams from any Bluetooth® music device. The Mini Rockers mobile portable wireless Bluetooth® speaker is available in black (MSPBT300B) or silver (MSPBT300S) is a pocket sized powerhouse that is perfect for MP3 players, smart phones, portable CD players, laptops, and desktop computers. Wirelessly stream and share music […]
Read moreAOC’s 21:9 UltraWide screen HD monitor a 29-inch display that brings dual monitor productivity to a single screen on special June 24-30 By AOC via Max Borges Agency AOC, worldwide leader in display technology, announces a limited time special promotion on the Q2963PM, a 29-inch 21:9 super wide screen HD monitor that combines IPS LED technology with convenient connectivity to provide a cinematic display experience. From June 24 through June 30, the monitor is available at Best Buy, Newegg and TigerDirect, among other retailers, for $399, which is $100 off the MSRP and up to $300 less than competitive displays. The Q2963PM is equipped with dual 3 Watt enclosed speakers and WFHD 2560×1080 resolution to deliver a more immersive experience […]
Read moreEnhances Remote Surveillance Experience By QNAP Security QNAP® Security, a professional Linux-based stand-alone NVR provider, today announced the release of upgraded VMobile 2.0 mobile app. The new version improves the user interface, adds profile management for monitoring views, share button for instant event handling, and supports quick search and multi-stream options for live view, greatly improving the ease of use and operation efficiency for surveillance management. “Many of our users commented that the VMobile app plays an important role in helping take instant responses of surveillance tasks while they are on the go,” said Andrew Yu, product manager of QNAP Security. “We added more features to the VMobile 2.0 to improve user interface and provide utmost assistance as a highly-responsive […]
Read moreCooler Master has been building mechanical keyboards under its CM Storm line for the last couple of years. They started with the small Quickfire Rapid, and moved over time to larger designs, but Cooler Master’s newest design harkens back to the original Quickfire Rapid, bring improvements on its design and giving it sleek exterior with no markings on the tops of its keys. The question that Benchmark Reviews aims to answer though is whether Cooler Master improved enough to justify the extra cost or are users better off going with the original Quickfire Rapid.
Read moreAll the functionality of a tablet, smartphone, and entertainment center, in one stylish package By Huawei Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, today launched the HUAWEI MediaPad 7 Vogue, the latest in Huawei’s range of products that make great technology accessible. With a 7-inch display, aluminum unibody and quad-core processor, the MediaPad 7 Vogue provides the perfect mix of functions from a tablet, smartphone and entertainment center in one stylish and portable device. “Building on the popularity of the HUAWEI MediaPad series, we’ve created a new tablet that caters to fashionistas, technology seekers, entertainment junkies, and people who simply expect more from their technology,” said Richard Yu, Chief Executive Officer, Huawei Consumer Business Group. “We’re […]
Read moreBy Spire The Cassi 323, part number: SP323-AL-WT, ergonomic stand and mobile holder is designed for tablet PCs, eBook and iPad. The Cassi 323 is a product that makes make viewing and working on your mobile device much more comfortable and healthy. Reduce neck stain, palm and elbow pressure by just placing your mobile device on the Cassi 323 and position to the desired and most comfortable angle. The coated aluminum alloy frame is strong and of high quality and gives it a sophisticated look. The Cassi 323 is robust, compact and lightweight, it weighs just over 300 grams. Overall a great product and perfect portable choice for mobile computing from Spire – Powered by Innovation. Main Features: * Gentle […]
Read moreBy QNAP Security QNAP® Security today launched the newest 2U rackmount VioStor NVR VS-8100U-RP Pro+ series, available in 48, 40, 32, and 24 channels for high-end SMBs. Equipped with the powerful Dual-Core Intel® Core™ i3 processor and 4GB DDR3 memory, the new 8-bay series delivers superior performance with throughput up to 400 Mbps to ensure stable recording of multiple megapixel IP cameras. The VS-8100U-RP Pro+ supports up to 32 TB storage capacity to accommodate high quality H.264, MPEG-4, M-JPEG, and MxPEG video recording. Moreover, the HDMI output and hardware decoder provide the ability to deliver up to 300 fps Full HD for smooth local display. “The global video surveillance market presents high demand for HD resolution, and is fast stepping […]
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