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MSI MS-9A69 BOX PC Launched

Your Perfect Solution for High-performance or Low-power Fanless Applications MSI released a new compact-size industrial BOX PC, MS-9A69. It’s a fanless embedded BOX PC that comes with the Broadwell or the BayTrail platform, satisfying different applications that require high-performance or low-power computing kernel. MS-9A69 supports 2 or 3 independent displays, versatile DC input of 12V/19V/24V, 2 Mini-PCIe expansion slots, and rich I/O of 4 LAN (w/ 2 optional), 6 USB, and 6 COM ports, offering the flexibility for machine builder and system integrators to build systems for automation, digital signage, IoT gateway, kiosk, POS, and bus or in-vehicle applications. Built for Industrial Applications MS-9A69 is designed with 3.5” embedded board to support high-performance Broadwell or silent BayTrail scheme; both are […]

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Thermaltake Pacific RL and R Radiators Released

17 Different Specs Creating Infinite Possibilities Thermaltake, an industry leader in computer chassis, thermal solutions, and power supply units, launches the full range of Pacific RL and R Series radiators. Designed for the most demanding and hardcore enthusiasts, the Thermaltake Pacific RL & R Radiator Full Series is optimized for maximum heat dispatching. The radiators are designed without compromise, with high-quality German aerospace-grade materials and constructed with zinc, a powerful anti-corrosion agent. An exceptional manufacturing process using high temperature brazing at 1022℉/550℃ sets Pacific Radiators in a class of their own. Integrated G1/4″ threads make it easy to install, while rigid connections ensure they are leak-resistant. With an ideal mounting, fitting, flow set-up, and 17 different specs to choose from, […]

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Amazon Fire TV Gaming Edition Introduced

Fire TV Gaming Edition combines the new Amazon Fire TV, new game controller, a 32 GB microSD card, and two included games: Shovel Knight and Disney’s Ducktales–all for $139.99 Gaming on Fire TV is now better than ever. Today, Amazon introduced a new version of Fire TV designed for affordable, high-quality gaming. Amazon Fire TV Gaming Edition includes the all-new Fire TV, the new Fire TV Game Controller, a 32 GB microSD card, and two popular games: Shovel Knight and Disney’s Ducktales–all for just $139.99 (regularly$187.95). Learn more: www.amazon.com/fire-tv-gaming-edition. “Since we launched Amazon Fire TV last year, gaming has been a customer-favorite. Today, we’re excited to expand gaming on Fire TV by providing a new option–Fire TV Gaming Edition–for customers […]

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Amazon Fire TV with 4K Ultra HD and Fire TV Stick with Voice Remote Launched

The new Amazon Fire TV is 75% more powerful, with best-in-class Wi-Fi, support for Alexa, and 4K Ultra HD–and is still less than $100 Last year, Amazon introduced the first Amazon Fire TV, combining voice search that actually works, fast and powerful performance, and an open ecosystem to deliver the easiest way to watch Netflix, Amazon Video, HBO NOW, Hulu, WatchESPN, and more on your big-screen TV. Since launch, Fire TV has become the #1 best-selling Amazon device category, with Fire TV Stick quickly becoming Amazon’s fastest-selling product ever. Today, Amazon is making those best-selling products even better. Introducing the next generation of Fire TV–the new Amazon Fire TV with support for 4K Ultra HD, and the new Fire TV […]

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Amazon Fire HD Tablets Introduced

Incredibly thin and light design, stunning HD display with over 1 million pixels, fast quad-core processor, stereo speakers with Dolby Audio, front- and rear-facing cameras, expandable memory via microSD, and almost 2x more durable than the latest generation iPad Air–all of this for just $149.99 for 8″ and $229.99 for 10.1″ Amazon today introduced all-new Fire HD tablets, designed from the ground up for entertainment with a stunning 8″ or 10.1″ widescreen HD display, an incredibly thin and light design, quad-core processor, stereo speakers with Dolby Audio, front- and rear-facing cameras, and microSD card support providing up to 128GB of expandable storage. Fire HD also introduces Fire OS 5 “Bellini,” which brings the best entertainment experience on any tablet, with […]

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Satechi’ Wireless Numeric Keypad Released

Extends Keyboard Capabilities and adds both Function and Style to any Workplace Satechi’s new Wireless Numeric Keypad, available now, is the ideal Bluetooth accessory for any workspace. The wireless keypad extends existing keyboard capabilities and keeps any workspace free of clutter, wires, and plugs. The Wireless Numeric Keypad features a sleek profile and glossy black finish to complement any workspace, whether stationary or mobile. The slim design of the Wireless Numeric Keypad means users can easily take it with them while on the go, fitting nicely into any backpack or laptop bag. Satechi’s functional Wireless Numeric Keypad has a wireless Bluetooth range of up to 32 feet and is compatible with any Bluetooth-enabled desktop, laptop or tablet. Equipped with a […]

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Team Group L3 EVO SSD Introduced

Your First & Smartest Choice for Breathing New Life into Your Computer The world’s leading memory brand, Team Group today launches an all new SSD – L3 EVO. L3 EVO SSD is using the new generation SATA II 6Gb/s transferring interface which has excellent transferring efficiency and compatibility to satisfy requirements from any kind of motherboard, notebook and embedded device. With the development of the latest processor platform, demand for SSD is also increasing day by day in the market. The ultra high cost-performance SSD – L3 EVO will shock the industry and boost your computer to the next level in storage performance. It is powered by a quad-core, 8-channel controller chip and SATA 3.0 (6Gb/s). Not only it can […]

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CRYORIG M9i & M9a Ultra Compact Tower Coolers Released

PC thermal solution innovator CRYORIG releases the M9i and M9a, a compact tower cooling solution with three 6-mm heatpipes, True Copper Base and 92 mm 2,200 rpm PWM fan. The CRYORIG M9i/M9a is an entry-level tower heatsink that is both compact and affordable, but comes packing with material and tech comparable to CRYORIG’s other ultra high end products. Three 6-millimeter high performance copper heatpipes and a True Copper Base makes up the core of the M9i/M9a. Bucking the trend of removing the costly copper base in entry-level products, the M9i/M9a has all the same makings of CRYORIG’s other more expensive products like the H5 Ultimate. The True Copper Base improves heat conduction and contact area for all the heatpipes. Together […]

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QNAP TS-x63U Series NAS Launched

QNAP® Systems, Inc. today announced the new business-class AMD-powered quad-core TS-x63U series NAS; available in 4, 8 and 12-bay models with single and redundant power supply options. The TS-x63U series provides 10GbE network connectivity with its single-port SFP+ network adapter, and supports bridging 1GbE devices to a 10GbE network with its four built-in GbE interfaces. Coupled with an AES-NI hardware-accelerated encryption engine, SSD cache support, and flexible scalability; the TS-x63U series is ideal for SMBs looking for backup, restoration, virtualization storage, private cloud, and to future-proof their IT infrastructure for 10GbE networks. The TS-x63U series is powered by an advanced 64-bit AMD Embedded G-Series quad-core 2.0GHz SoC processor with 4GB DDR3L RAM (upgradable to 16GB) and features four 1GbE LAN […]

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Scythe Grand Kama Cross Version 3 CPU Cooler Released

Japanese cooling expert Scythe announcing the third version of it’s “Grand Kama Cross” Top-Flow CPU cooler. New Scythe Grand Kama Cross 3 is based on the same extraordinary X-Structure concept as the predecessor, allowing especially efficient cooling of both the CPU and the surrounding components such as VGA cards, VRMs or RAM. Scythe engineers redesigned the Grand Kama Cross 3 with the goal to significantly improve the overall performance. Instead of using regular 6-millimeter copper-heatpipes, Scythe has exchanged the two copper-heatpipes in the center against two with 8-millimeter diameter. Fine-tuning the manufacturing process allowed to further increase the efficiency of the heat transfer between the copper baseplate and the copper-heatpipes. Another difference to the predecessor is that both the copper […]

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Amped Wireless TITAN-EX High Power AC1900 Wi-Fi Range Extender Introduced

New long range, High Power AC1900 Range Extender extends the range of any WI-FI router for ultimate coverage and speed Most homes have numerous laptops and mobile devices that connect to the in-home Wi-Fi network on a daily basis, often at the same time. Power struggles ensue as one mobile device attempts to stream video, another music, while yet another downloads a game and checks email, all in different rooms in the home. Walls, appliances, ceilings and floors combined with high network demand typically creates Wi-Fi dead spots and video streaming buffering. Amped Wireless solves this with the TITAN-EX High Power AC1900 Wi-Fi Range Extender. Built with a 1GHz Dual-Core Processor, 14 high power amplifiers, and 4 high gain antennas, […]

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Lian Li PC-X510 Tower Chassis Announced

Slender Mid Tower Chassis Fits Enthusiast Builds With Workstation-Class Efficiency And Cooling Lian-Li Industrial Co. Ltd unveils the PC-X510: a mid tower chassis with a tidy, spacious interior segregated into three distinct airflow chambers for optimal cooling and tempered glass to show it off. The PC-X510 has generous allowance for components, supporting as many as eight 2.5” or 3.5” drives and eight expansion slots. Organized Airflow for Efficient Cooling The Case is trisected into three airflow chambers. Three 120mm fans pull air through two long intakes along the front of the side panels. Each is covered by a washable magnetic mesh air filter strip. An additional two 120mm fans vent the top and central compartments, while the PSU exhausts the […]

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Cooler Master NotePal Ergostand III
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Keeping Hot Laptops Cool and Running Fast

Back in the day, before everybody started checking email on their smartwatch or shopping online with their phone, mobile users did their work on laptop computers. These days tablets and smart devices get most the attention, but notebook computers are still beating them on performance and productivity. Unfortunately, all that power generates heat, which slows down the system to maintain stability. But what if it didn’t have to? That’s where notebook coolers come in, such as the Cooler Master NotePal Ergostand III used as our example in this article about keeping hot laptops cool and running fast.

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Ultimate Ears UE BOOM 2 Mobile Speaker Launched

UE Introduces New Anywhere-You-Go-Proof Mobile Speaker Today Ultimate Ears once again dares you to take the party anywhere by adding UE BOOM 2 to its colorful lineup of beach-, snow- and anywhere-you-go-proof wireless mobile speakers. Starting first with UE BOOM and now turning things up again with UE BOOM 2, Ultimate Ears is continuing to transform the way people experience music, together, out in the world by completely redefining the Bluetooth® speaker category. Designed to get wet, muddy and beat up, UE BOOM 2 blasts insanely great sound in every direction. Using the same high-quality materials you have come to expect from Ultimate Ears, UE BOOM 2 is waterproof (IPX 7), drop-proof (from up to five feet high), disruptive and […]

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Thonet & Vander Grub Retro-Inspired 2.1 Speaker System Debuts

Complement retro style with incredible, modern sound for the home Thonet & Vander, the German audio company that specializes in merging technology and design for state of the art sound, announces the U.S. availability of Grub, their ‘70s-inspired speaker system with matching unparalleled, modern sound. This 2.1 system combines unique sound technologies with an affordable price of $129.99, making it the perfect addition to your home entertainment system. Available on Amazon and Newegg, Grub features an internal amplifier with a power output of 48W RMS, 20W in the 5.25″ subwoofer and 14W in each satellite, for virtual surround sound. All three are made completely of HDAA wood, a high density wooden fiber which delivers excellent acoustics and performance. With a […]

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G.SKILL Cherry RGB/MX Mechanical Gaming Keyboards Announced

G.SKILL International Enterprise Co., Ltd., the world’s leading manufacturer of extreme performance memory and gaming peripherals, announces the availability of its new RIPJAWS series KM780 RGB and KM780 MX mechanical gaming keyboards with Cherry key switches. For key product features, watch the following video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPRzFJ1twEw 100% Cherry RGB/MX Red, Brown, and Blue The new G.SKILL RIPJAWS series mechanical keyboards are built only with genuine Cherry RGB/MX key switches, providing 50 million keystroke durability in red, brown, and blue. Aluminum Plate-Mounted Design Functionally designed with the key switches mounted directly through a solid 2mm aluminum top plate, each key is effectively locked down for a solid typing experience. Extra Gaming Keycaps, Keycap Tool & Case Specially designed dual-coat laser etched gaming […]

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Apacer NOX DDR4 64GB 3000MHz SO-DIMM Memory Module Released

The True Champion Apacer is excited to announce the biggest advancements in SO-DIMM history- NOX, the goddess of the night, symbolizes power and mysterious energy- DDR4 16GB SO-DIMM which is just on the market in summer 2015. The unmatched NOX surpasses all others of its kind before and since. Not only speed but also power-saving efficiency in terms of outstanding performance is far beyond your imagination. It is perfect for gaming laptop, high-end business laptop, and high-performance mini system. The Very Best Gaming DDR4, A SO-DIMM of Choice Gigantic Capacity of 64GB, Rating up to 3000MHz Consuming only 1.2V The one and only NOX DDR4 SO-DIMM so far is the highest capacity worldwide with only single one SO-DIMM memory module, […]

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CS01 HS Full SilverStone CS01B-HS Mini-ITX Case Review
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SilverStone CS01B-HS Mini-ITX Case Review

Two versions of the anodized black CS01B computer case exist, one with a mesh top and the option to install two 2.5″ and two 3.5″ drives. The second is the CS01B-HS, which removes the pair of 3.5″ drives in favor of six hot-swappable 2.5″ bays. Also included in both models is a single 120mm air penetrator fan, one expansion slot, and a sturdy aluminum construction throughout. SilverStone is not intending this to be used for gaming, but rather for an office environment. In this article for Benchmark Reviews, we will specifically look at the CS01B-HS version, deciding whether or not SilverStone has succeeded in creating such a product, and then deliver an overall rating.

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Corsair VOID Wireless Dolby 7.1 Gaming Headset
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Corsair VOID Wireless Gaming Headset Review

In the world of computer peripherals and hardware, most of us are well aware of Corsair’s existence. This is an organization that has well-earned reputation for producing quality components; components that are going to be high-performing, intelligently designed, and very likely to provide its owners with years of service. Therefore, it is no surprise that when Corsair develops a new product, such as the Corsair VOID Wireless Dolby 7.1 Gaming Headset, it doesn’t take long before it is in high demand.

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Aerocool Aero-800 and Aero-500 PC Chassis Introduced

Aerocool Advanced Technologies, one of world’s leading manufacturers of excellent gaming PC gear, announces the addition of two new value-for-money chassis to the PGS-A product series. By introducing the Aero-800 and Aero-500 chassis, Aerocool extends the fresh series, which received great feedback. Both models are targeting Gamers with limited budget and offer similarly fantastic design like its big brother Aero-1000. Despite it’s low retail price both the chassis are able to offer many great features, which most competitors are lacking. The new midi-towers might look similar to the already announced Aero-1000 in terms of design, however offer different inner layout and features. Aerocool tries to give users many options when it comes to available color variations. The Aero-800 is available […]

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HyperX Savage DDR4 Memory Released

Available in 2133MHz to 3000MHz Frequencies HyperX®, a division of Kingston® Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the launch of HyperX Savage DDR4 memory. With its fast speeds and aggressive timings, HyperX Savage DDR4 offers ultra-responsive multitasking and an overall faster system making it perfect for advanced gamers, overclockers and power users. With speeds up to 3000MHz HyperX Savage DDR4 allows for faster video editing, 3D rendering and gaming. The built in XMP ready profiles are optimized for Intel® Core i5 and i7 processors, as well Z170 on 100 Series and X99 chipsets enabling users to easily overclock just by selecting a memory profile without any adjustments in BIOS. Available in single modules and […]

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Biostar Hi-Fi H170Z3 Micro ATX Motherboard Launched

Biostar’s latest Intel H170 chipset board is ready for duty for any scenario and comes with combination support for either DDR3 or DDR4 memory modules to allow for maximum flexibility. The Hi-Fi H170Z3 is the first ever Motherboard to support both DDR3 and DDR4 showing its commitment to innovation and development. The Hi-Fi H170Z3 is based on Intel’s H170 chipset which is a single chip design that supports Intel® 6th generation socket 1151 Intel® Core™ processors. With the Intel® H170 chipset, the Hi-Fi H170Z3 also has the iGPU function enabled, letting users enjoy the latest in Intel® integrated graphics performance. Of course as a Biostar motherboard, the Hi-Fi H170Z3 comes with Hi-Fi technology built inside. Puro Hi-Fi technology features an […]

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ZTE B800S2 and B820T2-A10 4K Ultra High-Definition Set-Top Boxes Unveiled

ZTE B800S2 and B820T2-A10 to deliver enhanced next-generation 4K home entertainment experience ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a major international provider of telecommunications, enterprise and consumer technology solutions for the Mobile Internet, unveiled new ultra high-definition set-top boxes supporting 4K resolution to deliver an enhanced viewing experience to homes around the world. Making their debut at the International Broadcasting Convention 2015 in Amsterdam are ZTE B800S2, a 4K/UHD set top box that enables users to access both IPTV and OTT content and applications running the Android TVTM operating system, and the ZTE B820T2-A10, a 4K/UHD hybrid set-top box that enables users to access both DVB-T2 and OTT content and applications, in addition to compatibility with ZTE’s proprietary SmartHome 2.0 platform. […]

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SteelSeries Nimbus Apple TV Wireless Gamepad Controller Released

The New Apple TV Platform Together with the Nimbus Wireless Controller Changes The Game SteelSeries, the global leader in gaming peripherals and accessories, today presents a new wireless gamepad controller for the new Apple TV- the SteelSeries Nimbus. “SteelSeries is at the center of the biggest evolution in gaming. Nimbus represents a new standard in wireless gaming controllers and we’re pleased to be bringing this controller to this incredible platform,” said Ehtisham Rabbani, SteelSeries CEO. “Our global gaming pedigree, together with our unyielding pursuit of simple, modern design is on full display with Nimbus. We’re thrilled to deliver a truly premium product for the new Apple TV at a great price.” The Nimbus Wireless Gamepad Controller includes an unprecedented combination […]

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Polaroid Series 7 High Definition TVs Unveiled

Ranging from 40” to 55”, the Ultra High Definition Smart LED TVs are available EXCLUSIVELY at Asda from just £449, Available in Asda stores nationwide early 2016 In March 2016, Asda is set to launch its new Ultra High Definition Polaroid Series 7 TVs. Available from just £449, the retailer is proud to bring its customers cutting-edge technology at market leading prices, having teamed up with Polaroid, a brand well-known for bringing innovative products to market. Scott W. Hardy, President and CEO of Polaroid, says, “Throughout our brand‘s long history, Polaroid has prided itself on constantly providing consumers with easy-to-use, high-quality entertainment products that enable people to share their lives with loved ones. The Polaroid Series 7 TVs are the […]

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