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LG 27MU67 4K ULTRA HD Monitor Introduced

Latest 4K Monitor Entices High-Level Gamers with Immersive Experience Delivered by 4K IPS Display and AMD’s Free Sync LG Electronics will help gamers take their experience to a new level with the new LG 4K ULTRA HD monitor (Model 27MU67) which will be rolling out this month in select markets worldwide. The 16:9 aspect ratio 27-inch class monitor, which is specifically designed to provide a premium gaming experience, boasts a large viewing area and a 3840 x 2160 screen resolution for an eye-popping 4K visual experience. LG’s newest monitor is intended for the graphics-intensive visuals and fast-paced action of today’s 4K Real-timestrategy (RTS) and First-person shooter (FPS) games. The monitor supports AMD’s FreeSync technology with a refresh range of 40-60Hz. […]

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Thonet & Vander Kürbis Bluetooth Speaker Launched

Kürbis boasts superior sound quality with a minimal distortion rate for a surprising price Thonet & Vander, a German audio company that specializes in merging technology and design for state of the art sound, announces the availability of the Kürbis Bluetooth speaker to U.S. consumers. With a mission to deliver sound and design quality at unexpected prices, the Kürbis features unique technologies that allow treble and bass to play at full volume with a minimal distortion rate. Made from HDAA high density wood that prevents loss of sound and featuring an antimagnetic shield that blocks out external interferences, Kürbis is a welcome addition to any home. With surprising audio quality and elegant aesthetics, Kürbis retails for only $199 and eliminates […]

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Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker II Announced

Iconic SoundLink Mini Speaker Now With Speakerphone, Longer Battery Life, Multi-Connect, and Voice Prompts Today, Bose introduces the next-generation SoundLink® Mini Bluetooth speaker, the most feature-rich, ultra-portable SoundLink® speaker ever. The SoundLink® Mini II is updated with a speakerphone for taking calls out loud, longer battery life for all day listening, multi-connect for a phone and a tablet, and voice prompts for easy pairing — while still delivering the powerful, lifelike audio quality that made it the most famous little speaker in the world. The price remains $199.95. “The original SoundLink Mini did something remarkable,” said Jack Yu, product manager for Bose SoundLink® speakers. “There was nothing else like it, and it continues to amaze people with its sound. Our […]

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G.SKILL Ripjaws Series Gaming Peripherals Debut at Computex 2015

Explore, Expand, and Express Your Inner Gamer G.SKILL International Enterprise Co., Ltd., the world’s leading manufacturer of extreme performance memory and solid state storage, is excited to showcase a completely new series of high end gaming peripherals at Computex 2015! The new Ripjaws series gaming peripherals include two mechanical gaming keyboards, a RGB gaming mouse, and two 7.1 surround sound headsets. Fully Customizable Ripjaws KM780 RGB / MX Mechanical Gaming Keyboards Available in two lighting flavors, full range RGB and crimson red, the KM780 RGB and KM780 MX are fully loaded mechanical keyboards designed and built with durability and practicality in mind for the ultimate gaming and typing experience. Featuring Cherry MX Red and Brown key switches with 50 million […]

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SYBER Steam Machine Series PC Console Launched

SYBER, a new division of CyberPowerPC, today announced it is taking pre-orders for its new Steam Machines series, which offer the ultimate in PC Console solutions to bring the PC gaming experience to the living room. Customers can select from three models with a starting price of $499, all of which can be configured with a number of hardware options, including high-performance CPUs, graphics cards, gaming memory, solid state drives, graphics cards, and gaming peripherals. Syber Steam Machines provide the best living room access to the greatest games and user-generated content available. Steam Machines offer the in-home streaming capabilities of Steam Link, which transports your games from your PC to your TV, plus the ability to locally install and play […]

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G.SKILL Trident Z series DDR4 Memory Released

G.SKILL International Enterprise Co., Ltd., the world’s leading manufacturer of extreme performance memory and solid state storage, showcases the brand new Trident Z series of DDR4 memory designed for PC enthusiasts. With numerous overclocking records under its belt, G.SKILL TridentX series is known as the most powerful overclocking memory series in the PC enthusiast community. The new Trident Z series comes with high quality aluminum heatspreaders and a customized bar in various colors, providing PC builders the options to match their own system’s color scheme, while maintaining efficient heat dissipation. The new Trident Z series DDR4 memory will be available in quad channel and dual channel, starting July 2015. Detailed specifications will be announced soon. About G.SKILL Established in 1989 […]

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Crucial Ballistix DDR4 16GB Performance Memory Announced

New High-Density 8Gb-based Components Enable DDR4 16GB Modules for Memory-Intensive Operations Crucial, a leading global brand of memory and storage upgrades, today announced Crucial® Ballistix® DDR4 16GB performance memory. Ideal for gamers and enthusiasts who deal with content creation, virtual machines, RAM drives, and memory-intensive applications, the new Ballistix modules leverage Micron’s new 8Gb DDR4 component technology to offer up the highest density DDR4 memory to date. Until now, only expensive server systems have been able to reach these memory densities, but with Ballistix DDR4 16GB modules, users can achieve greater densities on high-end desktop systems like the latest Intel® X99 platforms. Available across Sport LT, Tactical, and Elite product lines, each module includes Intel XMP 2.0 profiles for easy […]

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Dell Inspiron 5000 Series Laptops Unveiled

Versatile Inspiron 5000 Series laptops come with multiple processor options and rich features for a powerful computing experience Dell today announced at Computex 2015 a comprehensive new line-up of Inspiron devices, offering a wide range of technology solutions to meet families’ everyday computing needs. Adding to Dell’s award-winning consumer product line up, the new portfolio includes the Inspiron 5000 Series laptops, Inspiron 15 7000 Series 2-in-1, Inspiron 15 7000 Series performance notebook, Inspiron 20 & 24 3000 Series All-in-One desktops, and a full line of Inspiron Desktops. Demonstrating Dell’s commitment to offering something for everyone, these new devices are available with a wide range of processor options and configurable features, enabling students, families and value-conscious shoppers to connect, learn and […]

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MMD and QD Vision Quantum Dot Monitor Introduced

Philips 27” Full HD monitor achieves 99% Adobe RGB color at affordable price The world’s first quantum dot desktop monitor was launched today in China thanks to a partnership between MMD (Philips Monitors) and QD Vision. The Philips 27” Full HD monitor (276E6ADS) achieves 99% Adobe RGB color, making it ideal for entertainment and gaming, as well as professional photography and design. QD Vision is demonstrating the new quantum dot monitor at booth 1025 at SID Display Week. Philips’ new high-performance desktop monitors use QD Vision’s Color IQ™ optics to deliver vibrant colors and life-like images. The Color IQ quantum dot solution, coupled with full HD resolution display, produce a professional-quality display available at a price of mainstream desktop monitors. […]

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ASUSTOR 61 Series NAS to Debut at Computex 2015

Designed with businesses and prosumers in mind, the 61 series devices feature powerful hardware that allows for superior hardware encryption performance and 2K/4K multimedia applications. Taipei, Taiwan, June 2nd, 2015 – ASUSTOR Inc., a leading innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has unveiled its new NAS products for the coming year at Computex 2015 in Taipei, at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, 4th floor, booth N1103a, along with exhibiting a lineup of NAS devices created for user segments ranging from personal and home to prosumer and enterprise. From integrated virtual storage to digital home entertainment, ASUSTOR is focused on creating versatile, secure, intuitive and multi-functional cloud storage that can meet the demands of the current digital revolution. ASUSTOR will […]

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Rivet Networks Killer Wireless-AC 1535 Network Adapter Debuts

MSI To Be First To Launch Rivet Networks’ New Killer™ Wireless-AC 1535 In Select Gaming Notebooks And Motherboards Rivet Networks, a leading maker of high performance networking products, today launched the KillerTM Wireless-AC 1535, the world’s first network adapter to offer ExtremeRangeTM Technology redefining the wireless experience by delivering up to 150 Mbps of additional throughput at ranges beyond 10 meters. Gamers and performance users are now free to enjoy their online experience at greater distances from their wireless access point than before thanks to Killer’s new ExtremeRange Technology, with two external amplifiers plus full MU-MIMO and Transmit Beamforming support that extends intelligence and control while increasing wireless networking speed. “We’ve packed this second generation Killer™ Wireless-AC product with intelligence […]

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CYBERPOWERPC Gaming Systems Based on i7-5775C “Broadwell” Processors Introduced

CyberPower Inc., www.cyberpowerpc.com, a global manufacturer of custom gaming PCs, gaming laptops, and performance workstations, today announced the immediate availability of a series of custom gaming computers and laptops featuring Intel’s new “Broadwell” processors. Intel’s new processors will be featured in all of CYBERPOWERPC’s Z97 based desktop gaming PCs including the Fangbook III, Zeus EVO, Zeus Mini, and more. The systems are available today at the CYBERPOWERPC web site and from the company’s online partners such as Newegg, Amazon, Walmart, Bestbuy, etc. Intel’s latest 5th generation flagship Core i7-5775C processor comes with a core clock of 3.3 GHz and 3.7 GHz turbo frequency. The chip is a quad core model with hyper threading enabled and features 6 MB of L3 […]

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Silicon Motion SM2256 SSD Controller Updated

Now Supports Micron’s New 16nm 128 Gigabit TLC NAND Flash Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NasdaqGS: SIMO) (“Silicon Motion”), a global leader in designing and marketing NAND flash controllers for solid state storage devices, today announced that its SM2256 SATA (6Gb/s) client SSD controller now supports Micron’s new 16nm 128 gigabit (Gb) TLC NAND flash, enabling high-performance and unprecedented reliability for a new class of cost-effective TLC-based SSDs. SM2256, the world’s first SSD controller supporting Micron’s 16nm TLC NAND, offers the best performance and cost-optimized four channel SATA 6Gb/s client SSD controller in the market. Using Micron’s 128Gb 16nm TLC NAND, the SM2256 delivers up to 540MB/s sequential read performance and 460MB/s sequential write, as well as up to 90,000 random […]

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Fractal Design NODE 202 PC Case Announced

NODE 202 Size does matter. The Node 202 is the ultimate PC case for those looking for a beautifully designed, compact chassis that can house a capable gaming build. This small footprint is an intelligently built unit where extreme detail was placed into the design phase to get every line and spec in perfect harmony. With both horizontal and vertical orientation possibilities, the Node 202 can be placed anywhere in the house. The sleek design makes it very attractive next to the TV in the living room or on your desk in the office. Featuring a sleek and elegant design that will fit in any space or room Extremely small footprint with a volume of only 10.2 liters A highly […]

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Crucial 8Gb-Based DDR4 Server Memory Introduced

New Modules Provide Significant Cost Advantage Compared to Current 4Gb-Based DDR4 Modules Crucial, a leading global brand of memory and storage upgrades, is now sampling Crucial DDR4 2400MT/s 8Gb-based RDIMM, LRDIMM, and ECC UDIMM server modules through its Technology Enablement Program. Engineered to enable higher density modules, 8Gb-based DDR4 memory allows for increased performance, bandwidth, and energy efficiency. Higher density modules, when combined with the next DDR4 speed increase of 2400MT/s, create greater channel bandwidth and channel density, as well as increased energy efficiency. Ultimately, these benefits provide more value per gigabit than current 4Gb-based offerings. Taken together, the increase in density, bandwidth, and value deliver a lower total cost of ownership for users. “Our 8Gb-based modules will enable the […]

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Patriot Viper Line of Gaming Accessories Announced

Line-up of accessories include keyboard, mice and headset on display during Computex from June 2nd – 6th Patriot, a leading manufacturer of mobile accessories, computer and USB memory, announces their Viper line of gaming accessories. Designed for the most fervent gamers, the Viper collection includes a mechanical keyboard, headset, and two mice to maximize gaming performance. “Gamers already use Patriot’s Viper Memory for superior performance in gaming and we wanted to provide them with a full ecosystem of accessories that speak to their needs with exceptional tactical advantages and a true gaming experience,” says Saeed Arash Far, Global Director of Engineering at Patriot. “The Viper line of accessories blasts itself into the competition with four products that not only have […]

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CRYORIG A40, A40 Ultimate and A80 Hybrid Liquid Coolers Unveiled

At this year’s Computex, CRYORIG is revealing the next generation of Hybrid Liquid Cooling (HLC) units and IoT enabled power supply units. CRYORIG’s new A Series A40, A40 Ultimate and A80 Hybrid Liquid Cooling units combines the strength of both Air Cooling and Liquid Cooling in an innovative package.CRYORIG’s Pi Series of Power Supply Units with IoT or Internet of Things capability, allows users to remotely control their PSU unit’s through phones apps. CRYORIG’s A Series Hybrid Liquid Cooling (HLC) products is designed to solve one of the major problems with Closed Loop Cooling liquid units, which is the severe lack of airflow for the CPU’s surrounding components. At Computex, CRYORIG’s live thermal imaging demo shows the potential impact of […]

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EPI BDM4065UC Philips 40-inch UltraClear 4K UHD Display Announced

Today EPI announces the new Philips UltraClear 40-inch 4K UHD Display (BDM4065UC), an expansive monitor designed to give you room to spread out and see all the details in Ultra High Definition. With a 40-inch diagonal, this monitor brings vivid imagery to desks and rooms alike, allowing productivity users to navigate many applications at once. Images and graphics come alive thanks to 4K technology and 3840 x 2160 resolution, which delivers four times as much detail as 1080p Full HD. This means a bigger work surface without a loss in pixels-per-inch for professionals and designers, and rich, superbly-detailed worlds for gamers and movie buffs. The sleek display features an ultra-narrow bezel to complement any modern space. The Philips UltraClear 40-inch […]

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Scythe Mugen Max CPU Cooler Review

The Scythe Mugen Max is compatible with most modern desktop motherboards coming from both AMD and Intel with the exception of the AM1 platform, which you will most likely not need this cooler for. Included with the Mugen Max is a 140 mm Scythe GlideStream fan that has been adapted to have 120 mm hole spacing. Unfortunately it only comes with one and a second one of that same model can not be easily purchased inside the US, but we have managed to get one for our noise tests.

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TUL Corporation Devil HDX PCI Express Sound Card to Debut at COMPUTEX 2015

Devil HDX PCI Express Sound Card, Double Blades Fan, and AMD FreeSync Technology TUL Corporation, a leading and innovative manufacturer of AMD graphic cards, will launch new sound cards during COMPUTEX 2015. On top of that, we will also display interesting and proven technologies such as the latest graphics cards’ unique thermal design, the Double Blades Fan, and AMD’s FreeSync technology. All of these newest innovative technologies can be seen during COMPUTEX 2015 from June 2nd to June 5th in our showroom at Nangang Exhibition Hall, 4F, #403. Whole new generation of sound cards with Devil HDX The Devil HDX PCI Express sound card will feature crystal clear Hi-Fi audio. Using supreme quality components, excellent layout design to reach 124dB […]

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Phanteks Enthoo EVOLV ATX Chassis Announced

Addressing the online community’s desire for the ATX verison of the Enthoo EVOLV case, Phanteks today release the new Enthoo EVOLV ATX to the EVOLV series. A premium mid tower chassis with an aluminum exterior with minimalistic design based on the original Enthoo EVOLV. The EVOLV ATX features the quick release side panel system, innovative top radiator bracket, and the new HDD mounting system.   Like the EVOLV, the EVOLV ATX retains the full 3mm thick aluminum outer panels with the quick release system. The EVOLV ATX features a 4 color changeable power LED. With the EVOLV series ranging from mini ITX to micro ATX, the EVOLV ATX will feature a large interior to support full ATX. A innovative top […]

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Patriot Viper 4 DDR4 128GB Kit Announced

Amp up your game and let the Viper 4 take your PC to the next level Patriot, a leading manufacturer of computer memory, USB/flash memory, SSDs, and mobile accessories, today extended their Viper 4 series of DDR4 memory to include new 64GB and 128GB quad kits designed for the latest Intel® X99 DDR4 platform and Haswell-E processor. Patriot’s latest addition to their Viper 4 DDR4 line of extreme performance memory built for the most demanding environments will include a 64GB (4 x 16GB) and a 128GB (8 X 16GB) kits for the ultimate PC build. Testing in at 14-16-16-31 the Viper 4 64GB and 128GB will start at 2400MHz 1.2V with higher speeds to be announced at a later date. […]

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti Gaming GPU Introduced

The latest addition to our GTX family — the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti — has arrived. Our new flagship GeForce GPU is an amazing upgrade for gamers who haven’t yet jumped to a Maxwell GPU. In fact, the GTX 980 Ti is up to 3X faster when compared to a GTX 680. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti It features 6GB of memory and enough CUDA cores to drive games at 4K. That makes it great for 4K gaming, and great for future games, too. The GTX 980 Ti also features support for Microsoft’s next-generation DirectX 12 graphics application programming interface. We’ve supercharged all our GTX 900-series Maxwell GPUs with DX12 features that unlock the full promise of the […]

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Reserve your FREE Windows 10 Upgrade Now

You might have noticed something different about your computer when you logged on this morning: a notification alerting you to ‘Get Windows 10’. This is Microsoft’s next step in upgrading users to the latest Operating System, and they’re giving it away for FREE. Just reserve your upgrade by verifying eligibility with an email address, and you’re done. Just sit back, relax, and wait until the download becomes available.

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High-Rely NetSwap 600 Backup System Revealed

Highly Reliable Systems, the innovative American-made backup appliance experts, have revealed at Automation Nation 2015 their upcoming NetSwap 600 rack-mounted computer backup NAS system featuring six disk bays capable of RAID-10 configuration with built-in virtual machine support and remote management tools. Designed to replicate with other backup appliances as well as public cloud storage, NetSwap 600 utilizes hardware-based encryption and disk redundancy to securely store server data.

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