| Geil Announces DDR3 |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 24, 2007 - 5:28 AM PST |
| Category: Memory |
| More Info: http://www.geilusa.com/home |
Geils announced that is plannig to launch new line of DDR3 memory modules. Memory module vendor GeIL is preparing to jump on the latest bandwagon with a new The new products will feature 1066MHz with timings of 6-6-6 and 7-7-7, and 1333MHz at 7-7-7, 8-8-8, and 9-9-9. They will come in 1 GB and 2 GB modules and 2 GB and 4 GB dual-channel kits. Pricing and availability were not supplied
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Western Digital Goes Green with New HDs |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 23, 2007 - 3:22 PM PST |
| Category: Storage |
| More Info: http://www.wdc.com/en/company/greenpower.asp?language=en |
Western Digital has announced the GreenPower Initiative and launched new hard drives that consume less electricity. WD says that with the increase of hard drive capacities, the power required to run those drives increases as well. The new eco-friendly family will include drives ranging in size from 320GB to 1TB.
Currently available 1 TB hard drives have a typical power consumption rating greater than 13.5 watts. New Green Power drives saves 4-5 watts over competitors' drives and guarantees the same performance. Its important to remember: consuming less power lowers the electricity bill as well.
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Walton Chaintech Launches APOGEE DDR2 667/800MHz 2GB |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 23, 2007 - 7:50 AM PST |
| Category: Memory |
| More Info: http://www.chaintech.com.tw/ |
Walton Chaintech introduces a new generation of APOGEE DDR2 667/800MHz 2GB SO-DIMM targeting high-end notebook computers, to make the most of Windows Vista or 64-bit software.
APOGEE DDR2 2GB 667/800 SO-DIMM enables the application of double channel while installed in pairs, and 4GB (64-bit operation System) capacity is able to generate even more applications.
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Kingmax Intros the Smallest Flash Drive |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 20, 2007 - 7:49 AM PST |
| Category: Memory |
| More Info: http://www.kingmaxdigi.com/product/superstick.htm |
Kingmax announced its Super Stick USB flash drive, which grabbed attention the world’s smallest, highest-capacity flash drive. Its dimension are 34mm x 14.5 mm x 2.2 mm and it weights 3 g.
The new 8 GB Super Stick L series ships with the popular NOD32 antivirus software. Kingmax always says that when used with PC loaded with the Vista operating system, performance will be effectively enhanced by 30 to 40%.
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Western Digital Intros WD RE2 750 GB HD |
|
|
|
|
| OCZ Announces Two 1600MHz DDR3 Modules |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 19, 2007 - 6:16 AM PST |
| Category: Memory |
| More Info: http://www.ocztechnology.com/products/ddr3/ |
OCZ rolls out two new 1600MHz parts including the world’s first enhanced bandwidth high speed DDR3. The newest additions to the OCZ DDR3 family feature speeds of 1600 MHz.
The new PC3-12800 Platinum Edition is rated to run 7-7-7-20. For enthusiasts OCZ is introducing the PC3-12800 EB (Enhanced Bandwidth) Edition rated for 7-6-6-20 timings on ASUS platforms.
Both OCZ Platinum DDR3-1600 modules will be available in 2 x 1 GB dual channel kits and features a proprietary platinum-mirrored XTC (Xtreme Thermal Convection) heatspreader.
click to enlarge
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Sony Debuts DVDirect DVD Recorder |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 18, 2007 - 6:59 AM PST |
| Category: Storage |
| More Info: http://www.sony.com/index.php |
Sony debuted its next-generation multi-function DVDirect DVD recorder, which can quickly transfer high-definition home videos and digital photos to DVD discs without using a computer.
The new VRD-MC5 model can now transfer AVCHD quality videos to DVD discs in their native 1080i HD resolution when connected directly to a Sony hard drive or Memory Stick Handycam camcorder. The DVD can be played back on compatible Blu-ray Disc devices.
The model includes Digital Video (i.LINK/FireWire/IEEE-1394), S-Video, Composite Video inputs, and USB. In addition, the VRD-MC5 can directly record digital photos to a DVD as a slideshow or just for photo storage from any of the five popular digital camera memory cards. It sports slots for Memory Stick Pro and Memory Stick Pro Duo media, Compact Flash, Secure Digital (SD/SDHC), and xD-picture card.
It comes with a built-in 2.5-inch color LCD screen and features automatic DVD menu and title creation.
VRD-MC5 will be available in August for about USD 230.
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Intel Intros First Intel Core 2 Extreme Mobile |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 17, 2007 - 6:20 PM PST |
| Category: CPU |
| More Info: http://www.intel.com/products/processor/core2xe/index.htm?iid=homepage... |
Intel introduced its first Intel Core 2 Extreme mobile dual-core processor, for notebooks. According to the company, this is "the world's highest-performing mobile processor". The company also introduced new desktop processors and said it expects to announce battery-friendly quad-core processors for laptop computers next year.
The Intel Core 2 Extreme X7800 mobile dual-core processor, with both cores running at 2.6 GHz, features mobile-specific power-saving features.
For desktop PCs, Intel is announcing a set of new processors, including Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 quad-core processor, which is clocked at 3.0 GHz and features a 1333 MHz system bus speed. It will be available for USD 999 a unit in 1,000 quantities.
click to enlarge
|
|
|
|
|
|
| ASUS Announces T500 3.5G High Speed PC Card |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 17, 2007 - 7:07 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.asus.com/index.aspx |
ASUS has announced the release of the ASUS T500 3.5G High Speed PC card, which is able to provide users with 3.6Mbps data download speed, and offers phone communication functions for the PC or laptop.
The T500 card has an audio path from the PC card headset jack and supports voice call functions. With the PC, there is no limit in the number of records in the PC site, and this will include Names, mobile numbers, home numbers, office numbers and Email addresses. It also supports SIM, phone book and Outlook sync functions to manage contacts in the phone and laptop with ease. Another powerful function is the call log feature, which can record 100 records for missed calls, dialed calls and received calls. Users will be able to send SMS and save contact numbers from this log – making it more efficient to keep track of contacts.
It supports GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900, as well as WCDMA 2100/1900/850 access services. It also features a data download speed of 3.6Mbps and an upload speed of 384kbps.
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Kingston Unveils Ultra Low-Latency DDR 3 Memory |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 16, 2007 - 2:57 PM PST |
| Category: Memory |
| More Info: http://www.kingston.com/hyperx/default.asp |
|
Kingston unveils first ultra low-latency DDR 3 memory. HyperX DDR3 can operate at 1375MHz with CL5 latency settings. It will be available in 1 GB modules or dual-channel kit, which cost, respectively, USD 400 and USD 800.
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Club 3D Rolls Out 8600GT Passive 512MB |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 16, 2007 - 5:09 AM PST |
| Category: Video |
| More Info: http://www.club3d.nl/index.php/products/graphics/item/276 |
Club 3D has launched a new GPU designed for the HD video enthusiast, implemented for optimal HD video support with Blu-ray and HD-DVD. The Club 3D 8600GT Passive 512MB implements a Cooling system to keep your graphics card in a healthy and silent condition during the most demanding gaming and video applications.
- GPU: NVIDIA G84-300
- Clock: 540 MHz
- BUS Interface: PCI Express x16
- Memory Type: 512 MB GDDR2
- Memory clock: 1000 Mhz
- Memory Interface: 128 bits
click to enlarge
|
|
|
|
|
|
| No More 60 GB PS3 Soon... |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 13, 2007 - 11:13 AM PST |
| Category: CE |
| More Info: http://www.playstation.com/ |
Sony announces that the 60 GB Playstation 3 will no longer be available in USA once it has sold out. The company has recently announced the USD 100 drop price on this model, and it has launched the new 80 GB model. Who thinks it is a strategy to help jumpstart sales?
|
|
|
|
|
|
| LG Intros First 6x Blu-Ray Burner |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 13, 2007 - 10:38 AM PST |
| Category: Storage |
| More Info: http://www.lge.com/products/category/list/computer%20products_optical%... |
|
LG announces the first 6x Blu-Ray Burner. The GGW-H20N is the successor of the currently available GGW-H10N Super-multi Blue Blu-Ray /HD DVD combo drive. The new model can write 6x BD-R, 16x DVD+/-R, 40x CD-R and read 3x HD-DVD ROM.It also can burn BD-R DL (50GB) at 4x, which means that you will be able to write approximately 46 GB of data in less than 50 minutes. The drive will be available in the third quarter of the year.
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Logitech Intros MX Air Mouse |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 12, 2007 - 6:32 AM PST |
| Category: Input |
| More Info: http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/mice_pointers/mice/devices/3443&... |
Logitech has introduced the MX Air mouse, a laser mouse that works on the desk and in the air, similar to the way people use a remote to control a television.
The new mouse combines three technologies – Freespace motion-control, gesture command and wireless. In place of a scroll wheel, the MX Air mouse features a touch-sensitive scroll panel. A swipe of the finger across the surface enables the inertial scrolling mechanism, which adjusts its speed according to the speed of the finger swipe.
The rechargeable MX Air mouse uses Logitech's 2.4 GHz digital cordless technology, which offers a range of up to 30 feet. Its suggested retail price in the US is USD 149.99.
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Titan Releases Cooling Pad TTC-G7TZ |
| Author: Alessandra Carneiro |
Date: July 11, 2007 - 3:05 PM PST |
| Category: Cooling |
| More Info: http://www.titan-cd.com/em/g7t.htm |
Titan released a new notebook cooling pad, TTC-G7TZ, compatible with most notebooks up to 15". It works when connected to a free USB port on your notebook and contains two 80x80x15mm fans. It weights 390 g. According to the company, running the test without the cooling pad, the average temperature was 54.2 degrees on the bottom and 65.3 on the side air outlet. After 60 minutes, the average temperature recorded during the second test was only 44.8 degrees on the bottom and 59.7 on the side air outlet.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 Latest News
February 10, 2012 - 8:20 AM PST
February 9, 2012 - 8:06 AM PST
February 8, 2012 - 7:50 AM PST
February 7, 2012 - 8:31 AM PST
February 6, 2012 - 7:40 AM PST
February 3, 2012 - 8:19 AM PST
February 2, 2012 - 8:42 AM PST
February 2, 2012 - 8:41 AM PST
February 1, 2012 - 4:50 PM PST
February 1, 2012 - 7:55 AM PST
Latest Content
Our Most Popular Articles
1,613,278 views
1,414,364 views
1,158,320 views
1,117,379 views
1,044,076 views
944,063 views
742,319 views
669,426 views
652,717 views
623,087 views
Latest Threads in Our Forums
by c.hegge
by RayBay
by RayBay
by WreakingHavoc
by dlb
by loonicy
by Hardware Secrets Team
by Gabriel Torres
by Hardware Secrets Team
by Gabriel Torres
|
