NEC Launches Curved 43” Monitor

Author: Cássio Lima Date: June 5, 2009 - 8:16 AM PST Category: Video More Info: http://www.necdisplay.com/NewsAndMediaCenter/PressRelease/?pressreleas... NEC has announced the launch of a gigantic 43” monitor with a curved display. Called CRV43, this monitor has a native resolution of 2880x900, a contrast ratio of 10.000:1, a response time of 0.02 ms, brightness of 200 cd/m², DVI-D and HDMI connectors and USB ports. NEC CRV43 will reach the market next month costing USD 7,999. click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (3) top

Patriot Debuts Viper II Memory Series

Author: Cássio Lima Date: June 4, 2009 - 11:50 AM PST Category: Memory More Info: http://www.patriotmemory.com/ Patriot has just announced its Viper II memory series. Available in 6 GB (3 x 2 GB) triple-channel kits and in 4 GB (2 x 2 GB) dual-channel kits, Viper II modules feature an aluminum heatspreader and support XMP (Extreme Memory Profiles) technology, which allows memory modules to negotiate with the motherboard chipset the best latencies and highest clock rate they can work in order to provide the highest possible performance. No word on pricing. PV234G1600LLK: 4 GB DDR3 dual-channel kit clock at 1,600 MHz with 7-7-7-20 timings at 1.9 V. PV234G1800LLK: 4 GB DDR3 dual-channel kit clock at 1,800 MHz with 8-8-8-24 timings at 1.9 V. PV236G1800LLK: 6 GB DDR3 triple-channel kit clock at 1,800 MHz with 8-8-8-24 timings at 1.65 V. PV236G1866LLK: 6 GB DDR3 triple-channel kit clock at 1,866 MHz with 7-8-8-24 timings at 1.65 V. PV236G2000LLK: 6 GB DDR3 triple-channel kit clock at 2,000 MHz with 8-8-8-24 timings at 1.65 V. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Corsair Launches Hydro H50 Liquid Cooling System

Author: Cássio Lima Date: June 3, 2009 - 10:23 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.corsair.com/products/h50/default.aspx In partnership with Asetek, Corsair has launched Hydro H50 (CWCH50), a liquid cooling system compatible with Intel (sockets 775/1366) and AMD (sockets AM2/AM3) processors. This cooler comes pre-assembled and has only two components: a copper processor block and a radiator, which is equipped with a 120-mm fan. The pump was integrated to the processor block. Hydro H50 will reach the market later this month costing USD 79. click to enlarge click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (1) top

AMD Rolls Out Athlon II X2 250 and Phenom II X2 550 BE

Author: Cássio Lima Date: June 2, 2009 - 2:22 PM PST Category: CPU More Info: http://www.amd.com/us-en/Corporate/VirtualPressRoom/0,,51_104_543~1313... AMD has launched two 45-nm dual-core processors, Athlon II X2 250 and Phenom II X2 550 BE. Athlon II X2 250 works internally at 3 GHz, has an integrated DDR3 memory controller, 2 MB L2 cache, TDP of 65 W and is priced at USD 87 (1000-unit tray). Phenom II X2 550 Black Edition works internally at 3.1 GHz, has na integrated DDR3 memory controller, 1 MB L2 cache, 6 MB L3 cache and TDP of 80 W. By being a “Black Edition” model, this new processor has its clock multiplier unlocked and thus targeted to overclockers. Phenom II X2 550 Black Edition is priced at USD 102 (at 1000-units). Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (3) top

ASUS Launches EeePC with Touch-screen Display

Author: Cássio Lima Date: June 2, 2009 - 2:15 PM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.asus.com/News.aspx?N_ID=Qoky5bTcRplYluPj ASUS has officially launched EeePC T91, its first netbook within EeePC family to feature a touch-screen LCD display with Tablet PC capability (i.e. you can rotate the screen and write as if you were making notes on a notebook). T91 is equipped with a Atom Z520 processor (internal clock of 1.33 GHz, external clock of 533 MHz and 512 MB L2 cache), Intel US15W chipset, 8.9” LCD display, Fast Ethernet, Wireless 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, 1 GB DDR2, a 16 GB SSD (an optional 30 GB hard disk is available), a VGA connector, two USB 2.0 ports, 3-in-1 card reader (MMC, SD, SDHC), built-in webcam and optional GPS, TV Tuner, 3G cards. EeePC T91 measures 8.85” x 6.45” x 1.11” or 22.5 cm x 16.4 cm x 2.84 cm (W x D x H), weights 2.11 lbs (960 g) and is available in black or white. No word on pricing. click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

New Notebook Processors From Intel

Author: Cássio Lima Date: June 2, 2009 - 1:57 PM PST Category: CPU More Info: http://www.intel.com/pressroom/archive/releases/20090602comp_a.htm Intel has increased its notebook product line-up with the launch of four processors and one chipset. See them bellow: Core 2 Quad T9900: Internal clock of 3.06 GHz, external clock of 1,066 MHz, 6 MB L2 cache, TDP of 35 W and priced at USD 530 (1000-unit tray). Core 2 Quad P9700: Internal clock of 2.8 GHz, external clock of 1,066 MHz, 6 MB L2 cache, TDP of 25 W and priced at USD 348 (1000-unit tray). Core 2 Quad P8800: Internal clock of 2.66 GHz, external clock of 1,066 MHz, 3 MB L2 cache and priced at USD 241 (1000-unit tray). Pentium SU2700: Internal clock of 1.3 GHz. Chipset: Mobile Intel GS40 Express. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Corsair Debuts Obsidian 800D Case

Author: Cássio Lima Date: June 2, 2009 - 11:53 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://corsair.com/news/press_release.aspx?id=991407 Corsair has entered into the PC case market with the launched of Obsidian 800D (CC800DW). Built-up in brushed aluminum, this full-tower case features five 5 ¼” external bays, six 3 ½” internal bays (four of them using hot-swap connectors), seven slots for expansion cards, three 140-mm fans, support for up to 120-mm optional fans, four USB ports, one FireWire port, audio connectors, acrylic side window, a cut-out section in the motherboard tray for easy CPU cooler installation and screwless mechanism of hard drive installation. Obsidian 800D will reach the market next month priced at USD 229. click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge   click to enlarge   click to enlarge   click to enlarge   click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

AMD Launches “Istanbul” Opteron Processor

Author: Cássio Lima Date: June 1, 2009 - 10:37 AM PST Category: CPU More Info: http://www.amd.com/us-en/Corporate/VirtualPressRoom/0,,51_104_543~1313... AMD has officially launched its six-core Opteron processor codename “Istanbul”. This new processor is manufactured under 45-nm process technology, is available in 2.2 GHz, 2.4 GHz and 2.6 GHz clock configurations, has 6 MB L3 cache, 3 MB L2 cache (512 KB per core), an integrated DDR2 memory controller, is compatible with socket F platform, has a TDP of 75 W, HyperTransport 3.0 bus and allows SMP with up to 8 processors. Below you can see the “Istanbul” Opteron models launched. Model Internal Clock SMP  Price (at 1,000-units) 2435 2.6 GHz up to 2 processors  USD 989 2431 2.4 GHz up to 2 processors  USD 698 2427 2.2 GHz up to 2 processors  USD 455 8435 2.6 GHz up to 8 processors  USD 2,649 8431 2.4 GHz up to 8 processors  USD 2,149 Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

MSI Releases GT729 Gaming Notebook

Author: Cássio Lima Date: June 1, 2009 - 10:23 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=newsdesc&news_no=792 MSI has launched GT729 gaming notebook. See its specs below. Processor: Core 2 Duo Chipset: Intel PM45 (ICH9M southbridge) Display: 17” (native resolution of 1680x1050) GPU: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4850 Video memory: 1 GB DDR3 Memory: 4 GB DDR3-1066 LAN: Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbps) Wireless: 802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth 2.0 (optional) Card Reader: 4 in 1 (SD/MMC/ MS/ XD) USB Ports: 3 eSATA Port: 1 Webcam: 2 Mpixels Hard Disk: 320 GB or 500 GB Battery: 6 or 9 cells Dimension: 15.55” x 10.94” x 1.37” or 39.5 cm x 27.8 cm x 3.5 cm (H x W x D) Weight: 7 lbs or 3.2 Kg DVD or Blu-Ray unit HDMI output Turbo Drive Engine Tecnology: a button that when pressed increase the speed of your CPU. No word on pricing and availability. click to enlarge   click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Gigabyte Open Overclocking Championship 2009 Worldwide Finals

Author: Cássio Lima Date: June 1, 2009 - 7:50 AM PST Category: Other More Info: http://www.gigabyte.us/News/Motherboard/News_List.aspx?NewsID=1467 The finalists from the Gigabyte Open Overclocking Championship 2009 are heading to Taipei, Taiwan, where the competition will take place. The great final is due on Wednesday, June 3rd, during COMPUTEX 2009. The Gigabyte Open Overclocking Championship 2009 winner will not only earn the title of worldwide overclocking champion, but will also take home USD 5,000 and products from sponsors. We from Hardware Secrets wish all the participants good look! BTW, thanks MACMAC for the submission. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

New Thermaltake Notebook Coolers

Author: Cássio Lima Date: May 29, 2009 - 8:55 AM PST Category: Cooling More Info: http://www.thermaltake.com/news_detail.aspx?cid=C_00000001&pid=P_00000119 Thermaltake has announced its newest notebook cooler series called Massive23. Comprised with two models Massive23 CS and ST, these coolers are compatible with laptops with up to 17” displays, have a 230-mm fan with speed ranging from 200 rpm to 600 rpm (maximum air flow of 57 CFM; noise level of 17 dBA) and measure 14.17” x 12.55”x 20.47” or 36 cm x 31.9 cm x 52 cm (L x W x H). Massive23 CS model is made of aluminum, weights 3.54 lbs (1.61 Kg), its fan is equipped with colorful LEDs and it can be powered via AC outlet. Massive23 ST, on the other hand, is made of plastic, weights 1.96 lb (890 g), its fan is equipped with a blue LEDs and it can be powered via USB port. Thermaltake has not provided the coolers' pricing. click to enlarge Massive23 CS cooler. click to enlarge Massive23 ST cooler. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Dell Releases Studio 14z Notebook

Author: Cássio Lima Date: May 29, 2009 - 5:06 AM PST Category: Mobile More Info: http://www.dell.com/content/products/productdetails.aspx/laptop-studio... Dell has released Studio 14z, a notebook equipped with Pentium Dual Core T4200 (internal clock of 2 GHz) or Core 2 Duo up to 2.66 GHz processor, 14” LCD display, 3 GB DDR3-1066 (5 GB max.), 250 GB, 320 GB or 500 GB hard disk, GeForce 9400M integrated video, built-in 1.3 Mpixel webcam, 6-cell battery (option for 8-cell battery), high definition audio, WiFi, Bluetooth (optional) and eSATA, HDMI and DisplayPort connectors. Studio 14z is now available with a starting price of USD 649. click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Patriot Launches HDD/SSD Enclosures

Author: Cássio Lima Date: May 28, 2009 - 11:09 AM PST Category: Case More Info: http://www.patriotmemory.com/products/groupdetailp.jsp?prodgroupid=125... Patriot has launched two HDD/SSD enclosures, Convoy and Convoy XL. Convoy is a 3.5” internal device, taking one of the 3 ½” internal bays on the computer case, can hold two 2.5” HDD/SSD drives and has SATA-300 and USB interfaces. Convoy XL, on the other hand, is an external device, can house two 2.5” HDD/SSD drives, has USB and eSATA interfaces and comes with a built-in RAID controller (RAID 0, 1). No word on pricing and availability. click to enlarge Convoy enclosure. click to enlarge Convoy XL enclosure. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (1) top

Corsair Launches new HX Series PSU Models

Author: Cássio Lima Date: May 27, 2009 - 9:06 AM PST Category: Power More Info: http://www.corsair.com/news/press_release.aspx?id=985079 Corsair has just expanded their HX power supply line-up with the release of two new models, 750 W (HX750W) and 850 W (HX850W). These new models are conform with the ATX12V 2.3 and EPS12V 2.91 specs, have active PFC, modular cabling system, efficiency up to 90%, single +12 V rail (click here to learn more about this subject), a 140-mm fan with speed controlled according to the PSU’s internal temperature, and protections against overvoltage (OVP), under voltage (UVP), overload (OPP), overcurrent (OCP) and short-circuit (SCP). No word on pricing yet. click to enlarge Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top

Kingston Rolls Out 12 GB DDR3-1600 Memory Kit

Author: Cássio Lima Date: May 27, 2009 - 8:23 AM PST Category: Memory More Info: http://www.kingston.com/press/2009/memory/05b.asp Kingston has announced the launch of its 12 GB (3 x 4 GB) triple-channel DDR3-1600 memory kit. This new kit is available in the Kingston HyperX family (other kits are available in 3 GB and 6 GB capacities with frequencies up to 2 GHz), has CL9-9-9-27 timings at 1.65 V and support XMP (Extreme Memory Profiles) technology, which allows memory modules to negotiate with the memory controller the best latencies and highest clock rate they can work in order to provide the highest possible performance. The recommended price of this toy is USD 1,400. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark This News | Permalink | Comments (0) top