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CRYORIG Taku Monitor Stand PC Case Released

CRYORIG, the PC Cooling and peripherals innovator is releasing their first PC case project the Taku on crowdfunding website Kickstarter. The Taku, first announced and exhibited last summer, will also be shown during Computex 2017. The TAKU has been in development for over 2 Years in house, with over 6 months of co-development with manufacturing partner Lian Li. The Taku Kickstarter campaign begins on May 29th and ends on July 28th. Besides offering backers the chance to be the first people to receive the Taku, backers are also offered multiple customization options only available on Kickstarter. The TAKU is a hybrid between a PC Monitor Stand and a high-end ITX form factor PC case. With the TAKU, the PC footprint […]

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Acer Iconia Tab 10 Tablet Introduced

Along with four speakers and a patented subwoofer that packs an extra punch, the new Iconia Tab 10 is made for media consumption at home and on the go Acer today announced a series of 10-inch tablets including the new Iconia Tab 10 (A3-A50) designed for premium multimedia experiences, and the new Iconia One 10 (B3-A40FHD) with dual micro-USB ports for flexible connectivity options. Powered by quad-core MediaTek processors and Android 7.0 Nougat, the new tablets provide a responsive user experience and up to 8 hours of battery life. Wide-viewing-angle IPS displays and five-magnet speakers with DTS-HD Premium Sound™ provide a great audio-visual experience, while 802.11ac wireless provides blazing-fast network connections. Iconia Tab 10 – True to Life Colors and […]

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NETGEAR GS348 and GS305P Switches Unveiled

Growing businesses and home offices benefit from new 48-port switch and 5-port switch with Power-over-Ethernet for cost-effective, plug-and-play expansion for future needs NETGEAR®, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTGR), the leading provider of networking devices that power today’s smart home and small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), is expanding its GS300 “Business Essentials” Series Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switches with a new 48-port switch and is adding a new Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) capable 5-port switch. Other switches in the 300 Series include 5-port, 8-port, 8-port PoE, 16-port and 24-port options. The new switches are: 48-port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) — $299.99 5-Port PoE Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS305P) — $64.99 For growing businesses that need more ports without sacrificing network bandwidth and speed, the NETGEAR […]

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CORSAIR LINK Fan and Lighting Controllers Released

Corsair Commander PRO, Lighting Node PRO and HD140 RGB Fans Corsair, a world leader in enthusiast memory, high-performance gaming hardware and PC components today announced the launch of the Commander PRO and Lighting Node PRO fan and lighting controllers, alongside the new HD140 RGB series of RGB cooling fans. Controlled by CORSAIR LINK software, Commander PRO is the ultimate in system control, providing complete command of up to six 4-pin PWM fans, two RGB lighting channels, four temperature sensors and two USB 2.0 headers. Lighting Node PRO lights up your PC like never before, with two CORSAIR LINK controlled RGB lighting channels and four included individually addressable RGB LED light strips, each equipped with ten RGB LEDs for brilliant, customizable, […]

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ASUS Republic of Gamers Rapture GT-AC5300 Router Introduced

First ever battle-ready ROG gaming router, with tri-band AC5300 Wi-Fi, 8-port gigabit LAN, powerful PC-grade 1.8GHz 64-bit quad-core CPU and ROG Gaming Center ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced Rapture GT-AC5300, the first ROG router designed specifically for gaming.Modern online games require close teamwork and precise control from players; even a second of unwanted network latency can lose a game. To date, most routers labeled as ‘gaming routers’ are largely defined by their fast Wi-Fi data rates. With over 10 years at the forefront of gaming hardware, ROG knows that a good data rate is not the only thing gamers need: features that improve the actual gameplay experience are equally important. Such is the design thinking behind ROG Rapture […]

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Samsung Gear 360 Camera Released

Expanded Consumer Access to True 4K Video, 360-Degree Videos and Photos at an Accessible price: $229 Samsung Electronics America, Inc., today announced pricing and availability of the new Samsung Gear 360 in the United States. The new Gear 360 is priced at $229, representing a highly accessible price point for creating high quality, 360-degree photos and videos, or live broadcasting life’s moments in full 360-degrees. Gear 360 will be available in-store and online at Best Buy and BestBuy.com, Amazon.com, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon and U.S. Cellular, Samsung.com and through the ShopSamsung app. The new Gear 360 is lightweight and compact, with a pocketable design and for the first time, will offer video recording at up to 4K resolution, as well […]

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Vivo V5s Smartphone Announced

Leading smartphone manufacturer Vivo will launch its latest flagship mobile smartphone, the V5s, a new member of the V series of devices today. The V5s continues Vivo’s record of delivering phones that provide users with “Perfect Selfies” with an advanced 20MP front camera and optimized Selfie Softlight feature as well as 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM. “Our focus group shows that users tend to take selfies in their everyday life,” explained Alex Feng, Global Vice President at Vivo. “The V5s is a ground-breaking smartphone that aids users’ pursuit of the perfect selfie in low-light environments and fulfills their desire to beautify portraits with natural effects.” Vivo V5s: Perfect Selfies High-quality images with 20MP front camera The V5s uses a 20MP […]

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PowerColor GAMING BOX eGFX Enclosure Unveiled at COMPUTEX 2017

Red Devils and Dragons grow and continues its Generation TUL Corporation, a leading and innovative manufacturer of graphic cards since 1997, will provide a playground for DEVILs and DRAGONs to play with the new NEXT Generation of eGPU called Gaming Box during Computex 2017 from May 30th to June 2nd at Nangang Exhibition Hall, 6th Floor, Room #622. Play with Devils and Dragons PowerColor RED DEVIL RX 580, RX 580 Golden, RX570, and RED DRAGONs were released and started to distribute in the middle of April. PowerColor Red Devil Golden Sample RX 580 and Red Devil RX 580 utilize 8GB of GDDR5 memory with 2304 stream processors and have 2000MHz memory clock speed, which is connected via a new high […]

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Kingston KC1000 NVMe PCIe SSD Announced

Up to 290,000 IOPS; Capacities Up to 960GB, Ultimate Storage Upgrade for HD Video, PC Enthusiasts, Gaming and More Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced KC1000 NVMe PCIe SSD. Shipping in mid-June, the M.2 NVMe™ PCIe SSD is over 2x faster than SATA-based SSDs and over 40x faster than a 7200RPM hard-disk drive. KC1000 is built for the power user, providing the ultimate, low-latency performance boost for resource-demanding applications including high-resolution video editing, data visualization, gaming and other data intensive workload environments where traditional storage solutions are unable to keep pace with data demand. “The demands of today’s performance power users are constantly being put […]

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Reeven NAIA 240 All-in-One Liquid Cooler Announced

Reeven, a manufacturer of high performance PC cooling components, announces the upcoming launch of its first all-in-one liquid cooling solution: NAIA 240. Featuring a 240mm radiator and a patented micro-channel baseplate the cooler is engineered for maximum heat transfer and dissipation. The unique large-pump-design gives Naia 240 a superior cooling efficiency and allows users to refill coolant as needed. Reeven also includes three bottles of coolant dye, enabling users to customize coolant color to match their systems theme. Naia 240 has an MSRP of US$109 and will be on display at Computex 2017. About Reeven REEVEN was established with a simple concept in mind: creating “Perfect user experience” in the computer market. It all started at a small office in […]

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MSI Infinite A Desktop Unveiled at COMPUTEX Taipei 2017

MSI announces a wide variety of new gaming products to take gamers to the Next Gaming Dimension MSI, a world leader in gaming hardware, continues to build on its critically-acclaimed gaming laptops with the announcement of several brand-new products at COMPUTEX 2017. Echoing the gaming and virtual reality themes at COMPUTEX, MSI has engineered gaming rigs that bring new experiences and performance to PC gaming. “For years, MSI has been engineering futuristic gaming rigs that bring new dimension to PC gaming,” said Sam Chern, MSI Global Marketing Director. “We look forward to wowing COMPUTEX visitors with our latest gaming tech, the new and upgraded MSI gaming lineup as well as stunning VR gaming experiences.” To lead visitors into new PC […]

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CRYORIG R5 Cooler and Cu Line of Performance Enhanced Coolers to Debut at Computex 2017

PC Cooling innovator CRYORIG, is announcing two new CPU cooling projects ahead of Computex 2017. The CRYORIG R5 high-end single tower and the Cu Series of Copper Fin enhanced coolers. The R5 and Cu Series will both make their debut in the coming Computex 2017 from May 30th to June 3rd at Nangang Exhibition Hall 1 booth i1105. The R5 is the second cooler in CRYORIG’s R series of flagship coolers. The R5 is the missing piece to CRYORIG’s PC cooling lineup. It is a high-end dual-fan single tower that is designed to stay within the mainboard’s CPU Keep-Out-Zone. This means that the CRYORIG R5 has Zero RAM Interference, even on Intel™’s X99/X299 based platforms. Made with performance in-mind the […]

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Thecus N8910 2U Rackmount NAS Announced

Powerful 8-bay rackmount equipped with Skylake Intel processor and DDR4 RAM Thecus Technology Corp announced the expansion of its rackmount NAS line up with the addition of the N8910. This high-performance 2U rackmount delivers massive scalability, trail-blazing speed for data-intensive applications with uncompromising reliability for service continuity. The N8910 provides the ideal storage solution for SMB businesses that face escalating data workloads. “The N8910 delivers on the key attributes that companies seek from a server, a robust hardware platform, capacity to handle rigorous day-to-day operations, with ensured data protection for unwavering security,” said Florence Shih, General Manager of Thecus Technology Corp. The N8910 leverages an Intel Skylake Core i3 6100 Dual Core 3.7GHz processor, with 4GB of DDR4 ECC SDRAM, […]

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Fractal Design Focus G Series Chassis Introduced

Let your hardware shine with the new Focus G series chassis The new Focus G series from Fractal Design is the cornerstone for your PC build, showcasing the hardware aesthetics at the heart of your system with elegant accents and sophisticated style. Contemporary ATX (Focus G) and Micro ATX (Focus G Mini) case designs accommodates high-performance components with smart and efficient space utilization for a compact footprint. Extensive cooling options are available with support for tall CPU heatsink/fan combos and water cooling with multiple radiator configurations. Filtered front, top and base air intakes maintain a dust-free environment while expert cable management options keep wiring tidy. With edge-to-edge visibility, clean contemporary styling and two Silent Series LED fans, the Focus G […]

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ASUSTOR AS7004T-i5 and AS7010T-i5 NAS Models Introduced

Targeting the storage needs of media professionals and SMBs, ASUSTOR expands its 7 series with new NAS models featuring powerful performance ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has announced that it has added two new models to its 70 series NAS devices with the AS7004T-i5 and AS7010T-i5. These two new models utilize powerful Intel® Core™ i5 quad-core processors and feature 8GB of built-in memory with mixed capacity expansion support up to a maximum of 16GB for enhanced flexibility. When compared to ASUSTOR’s previous generation of Core™ i3 models, the AS7004-i5 and AS7010-i5 provide significantly enhanced performance, especially with regards to multimedia playback, transcoding and the processing of large volumes of files. The AS7004-i5 and AS7010-i5 […]

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FSP Hydro PTM+ Liquid Cooled PSU Unveiled at COMPUTEX 2017

Providing reliable power for gamers, IoT solutions and Data centers FSP, one of the leading manufacturers of power supplies in the world is pleased to unveil its focus on delivering continued performance at Computex 2017. FSP’s new power and gaming solutions were developed in cooperation with industry partners, and in the IoT world, the keywords Smart and Inter-operability are reflected in the IoT products on display allow customers to take control from anywhere in the world. Also, Computex gives a look at how FSP’s unique redundancy solutions can create products that can span various segments with customer focus in mind. Please join us at our booth L0509a on the 4th floor of the Nangang exhibition center. FSP introduces the new […]

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Amped Wireless AC750 Plug-In Wi-Fi Range Extender Debuts

Get an extra boost of Wi-Fi coverage without the extra fuss Amped Wireless, the leading manufacturer of high power, long range wireless solutions, is introducing two new plug-in range extender options that deliver an extra bump of coverage without a flurry of extra, unnecessary features. The Amped Wireless AC750 Plug-In Wi-Fi Range Extender and the AC1200 Plug-In Wi-Fi Range Extender can be up and running in minutes in homes that already have most Wi-Fi needs covered by their router, but could use a boost in coverage. Both range extenders are compatible with any standard 802.11a/b/g/n/ac router. A Signal Strength LED on the front of the range extenders makes it easy to determine which outlet in a home is an ideal […]

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Microsoft Surface Pro Laptop Released

Microsoft revealed the next generation of Surface Pro, now powered by 7th Generation Intel Core processors, on May 23, 2017. Today in China, Microsoft revealed the next generation of Surface Pro. Now powered by 7th Generation Intel® Core™ processors, the ultra-thin Surface Pro will deliver increased power, super-fast boot times and peak performance: a 20 percent increase in performance and 50 percent more battery life (up to 13.5 hours). The Surface Pro also includes changes to the physical design, with sleek edges and invisible vents. The hinge on the Surface Pro is deeper and moves another 15 degrees lower than the previous version. The Surface Dial is compatible with the device on and off the screen. The new Surface Pen […]

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GLACIER C350a Compact CPU Water Block Introduced

Phanteks, the award-winning thermal cooling and chassis manfacturer, is excited to introduce the Glacier Series C350a, a compact CPU water block for the AMD platforms that delivers the highest possible rate of cooling performance to the processor efficiently and improves stability when overclocked. The Glacier C350a features a large copper base in high quality nickel finish, polished acrylic surface, and integrated high density cooling fins. The fins are fine-tuned to 0.4mm wide and designed with extra high fins (5mm) for improved conductivity. The C350a is integrated with RGB Lighting that can be synchronised with all Phanteks RGB products and RGB motherboards. Tailored with Viton O-Ring, the C350a is durable, resistant to extreme temperatures and retains sealing performance for long periods […]

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BIOSTAR Z270GTN mITX Motherboard Review

Mini-ITX (mITX) motherboards, once nice products for HTPCs and the like, are becoming mainstream as the need for multiple PCI-E slots wanes. Today Benchmark Reviews has Biostar’s new Z270GTN Racing mITX motherboard, and it’s aimed squarely at the enthusiast and gamer market with features like solid state capacitors, onboard RGB LED lighting and control, and m.2 and u.2 storage connectors.

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Tesoro Excalibur SE Spectrum Keyboard Review

Most of us are familiar to standard mechanical switches found in popular gaming keyboards. Standard Cherry, Kailh, and TTC switches share similar designs using physical metal on metal contacts to register a keystroke. With the Tesoro Excalibur SE Spectrum, this keyboard utilizes optical key switch technology. Each key uses an infrared sensor to detect when the key is registered. This design eliminates metal on metal contacts and boosts the keystroke life cycle from 50 million to an insane 100 million. It also has per key back lighting, a spill and rust resistant design, and internal drill holes in case of spills. In this article for Benchmark Reviews, let’s a look at the Tesoro Excalibur SE Spectrum with blue optical switches.

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PSSC Eco Blade Server Platform Announced

Most energy efficient server on the market offers power, performance, and energy savings of up to 46% per server PSSC Labs, a developer of custom HPC and Big Data computing solutions, today announced its new Eco Blade server platform, the most energy efficient high performance blade server on the market. The Eco Blade is a unique server platform engineered specifically for high performance, high density computing environments – simultaneously increasing compute density while decreasing power use. Eco Blade offers two complete, independent servers within 1U of rack space. Each independent server supports up to 64 Intel Xeon processor cores and 1.0 TB of enterprise memory for a total of up to 128 Cores and 2 TB of memory per 1U. […]

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Alphacool Eisblock XPX Clear and Satin Cooler Introduced

Alphacool proudly presents the XPX Eisblock clear and satin versions. As with the other versions of the XPX, Alphacool relies on their specially developed and patented ramp technology. This innovation significantly improves the cooling performance, which has already been shown in tests with the normal Eisblock XPX. It allows the water to flow evenly over all the cooling fins instead of just rushing through the middle section and nearly standing still at the edges. Additionally, the Eisblock XPX boasts a large bottom surface of 34 x 32mm, perfect for CPUs with 8 or more cores, and a very fine fin structure of 0.2mm. Alphacool is also the first water cooling manufacturer worldwide to dispense with Plexiglas and instead use transparent […]

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LG X Smartphone Unveiled

With Maximum Durability, High-Capacity Battery and Outdoor Activity Features, LG’s Latest Smartphone is Built for Every Occasion and Adventure LG Electronics (LG) today unveiled its second X series smartphone for 2017 designed for active users who want a smartphone that can keep up with their on-the-go lifestyles. The LG X venture is the company’s newest mass-tier smartphone designed for users who want a tough adventure companion device that doesn’t sacrifice on features or looks. With IP68 compatibility for water and dust resistance, the LG X venture passed 14 different MIL-STD 810G tests designed for the U.S. military. In addition to measuring resistance to extreme temperatures, shock and water, the LG X venture was repeatedly immersed in 1.5m of water for […]

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Technics SC-C70 Compact Stereo System Introduced

Technics unveils stereo system with outstanding sound quality and stunning design Technics will unveil its new SC-C70 compact stereo system at the HIGH END audio show in Munich. Equipped with JENO Engines (Jitter Elimination and Noise-shaping Optimization), LAPC (Load Adaptive Phase Calibration), Space Tune calibration software and excellent audio technology, Technics’ new, compact SC-C70 delivers rich, high-quality sound, able to impress even the most discerning audio enthusiasts. Powerful and impressive sound that fills any room thanks to JENO Engines, LAPC and Space Tune The Technics brand is known for producing visually stunning and technically high innovation audio products. The SC-C70 compact stereo system, featuring three JENO Engines that eliminate digital jitter, is no exception. The result is a crystal-clear sound […]

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