| Cooler Master Unveils NotePal D-Lite Laptop Cooler |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: January 25, 2012 - 11:09 AM PST |
| Category: Cooling |
| More Info: http://www.coolermaster-usa.com/product.php?product_id=3073&produc... |
Cooler Master has just introduced a new member of their NotePal series of laptop coolers, the NotePal D-Lite (R9-NBC-DLTK-GP). The product measures 13.6 x 10.6 x 2.1 inches (346 x 269 x 53 mm), weighs 1.44 lbs (650 g), supports laptops featuring displays up to 15”, and comes with a 140 mm fan. The NotePal D-Lite includes a USB pass-through connector that will power itself and provide access for another USB device. The Cooler Master NotePal D-Lite is priced at USD 9.99. 
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| Antec Launches Three Hundred Two PC Case |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: January 24, 2012 - 7:47 AM PST |
| Category: Case |
| More Info: http://www.antec.com/Believe_it/product.php?id=NzA0Nzkz |
Antec is launching their new Three Hundred Two computer case, a product that comes with three 5.25” external bays, six 3.5” internal bays, two 2.5” internal bays, and eight slots for expansion cards. As for cooling, the Three Hundred Two is equipped with one 120 mm fan on the rear panel and one 140 mm fan on the top panel. It supports ATX, microATX, and Mini ITX motherboards, and features two USB 3.0 ports. The Antec Three Hundred Two computer case is available with a suggested price of USD 79.95. 
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| Kingston Releases SSDNow V+200 SSD Drives |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: January 23, 2012 - 12:30 PM PST |
| Category: Storage |
| More Info: http://www.kingston.com/us/company/press?pagename=m11a&year=2012&a... |
Kingston has announced their latest addition to its SSDNow family, the SSDNow V+200. The SSDNow V+200 drives feature the SATA-600 SandForce SF-2281 processor, which provides sequential read and write speeds of up to 535 MB/s and 480 MB/s, respectively. These 2.5” drives are available in 60 GB, 90 GB, 120 GB, 240 GB and 480 GB capacities as either a stand-alone drive or as an upgrade kit to make installation easy and quick. Upgrade kits include cables, brackets, cloning software and HDD enclosure. In the table below are the models launched and their prices. Part Number | Capacity and Features | Suggested Price | SVP200S3/60G | 60 GB (stand-alone drive) | USD 140.00 | SVP200S3/90G | 90 GB (stand-alone drive) | USD 196.00 | SVP200S3/120G | 120 GB (stand-alone drive) | USD 245.00 | SVP200S3/240G | 240 GB (stand-alone drive) | USD 479.00 | SVP200S3/480G | 480 GB (stand-alone drive) | USD 970.00 | SVP200S3B/60G | 60 GB (upgrade bundle kit) | USD 156.00 | SVP200S3B/90G | 90 GB (upgrade bundle kit) | USD 211.00 | SVP200S3B/120G | 120 GB (upgrade bundle kit) | USD 260.00 | SVP200S3B/240G | 240 GB (upgrade bundle kit) | USD 494.00 | SVP200S3B/480G | 480 GB (upgrade bundle kit) | USD 985.00 |
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| BitFenix Unleashes Shinobi XL Full-tower Case |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: January 20, 2012 - 9:19 AM PST |
| Category: Case |
| More Info: http://www.bitfenix.com/global/en/products/chassis/shinobi-xl/ |
BitFenix has released a bigger version of their mid-tower case, Shinobi. Dubbed Shinobi XL, this new full-tower version supports Mini-ITX, mATX, ATX, XL-ATX motherboards, and comes with five 5.25” external bays, seven 3.5” internal bays, eight 2.5” internal bays (using 3.5” bays and 5.25” adapter), and nine slots for expansion cards. The Shinobi XL is equipped with four USB 3.0 ports, one 230 mm fan on the front panel, one 120 mm fan on the rear panel, and one 230 mm fan on the top panel. It supports video cards up to 19.37” (492 mm) long and CPU coolers with up to 7.59” (193 mm) tall. BitFenix Shinobi XL will be available in March 2012 with an estimated price of USD 149.
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| Spire Intros BlackDragon Power Supplies |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: January 20, 2012 - 9:11 AM PST |
| Category: Power |
| More Info: http://www.spire-corp.com/main/product_pow.asp?cat=7&cat1=14 |
Spire has just introduced a brand new series of power supplies, the BlackDragon. Available in 400 W (USD 79.99), 500 W (USD 95.99), and 600 W (USD 139.99) capacities, these units are compatible with ATX12V v2.03 and EPS12V 2.91 standards, feature two +12 V rails, active PFC circuitry, a 120 mm fan with blue LED, and over load protection (OLP), over voltage protection (OVP), and short-circuit protection (SCP). According to Spire, BlackDragon units reach an efficiency of up to 86%, but they lack 80 Plus certification. 
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| Intel Launches CPU Replacement Plan for Overclockers |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: January 19, 2012 - 8:23 AM PST |
| Category: CPU |
| More Info: http://click.intel.com/tuningplan/ |
Overclocking is a technique that enables a given hardware part to operate at a clock frequency above its default frequency, thus increasing its performance. This technique is not recommended by the manufacturers and voids the product’s warranty. Well, the good news for enthusiasts who like to overclock their processors is that Intel has launched a service called the “Performance Tuning Protection Plan.” This plan will provide certain out-of-warranty service offerings in the event of damage caused by overclocking or over-voltaging by the user. By purchasing this plan and meeting the plan’s criteria, the user can receive a one-time replacement processor if the user’s over-voltaging or overclocking causes the original processor to fail. This plan in no way expands, changes or extends the original three year standard warranty and is simply a plan the user may want to purchase for overclocking or over-voltaging. The Performance Tuning Protection Plan covers the following chips: - Core i5-2500K: USD 20 (Plan price)
- Core i7-2600K: USD 25
- Core i7-2700K: USD 25
- Core i7-3930K: USD 35
- Core i7-3960X: USD 35
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| Spire Intros Sonex 6010 Computer Case |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: January 19, 2012 - 8:22 AM PST |
| Category: Case |
| More Info: http://www.spire-corp.com/main/product_detail.asp?ProdID=1154 |
Spire recently launched a brand new computer case designed for gamers. The Sonex 6010 comes with four 5.25” external bays, one 3.5” external bay, five 3.5” internal bays, seven slots for expansion cards, two USB 2.0 ports, and two 120 mm fans, one on the rear panel and the other on the front panel (this one featuring a blue LED). This case supports ATX and microATX motherboards. The Sonex 6010 has a suggested price of USD 69.95. 
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| Scythe Announces Kaze Master Pro Ace Fan Controller |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: January 19, 2012 - 8:21 AM PST |
| Category: Cooling |
| More Info: http://www.scythe-eu.com/en/products/pc-accessory/Kaze-Master-Pro-Ace.... |
Japanese cooling expert Scythe has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of the Kaze Master Pro Ace fan controller. The built-in technology is based on the already announced Kaze Master Pro 5.25 fan controller, which now comes with an aluminum front panel design. The new Kaze Master Pro Ace fan controller allows users to adjust the fan speeds of up to six fans separately as well as monitoring up to eight temperature sensors. Adjustments of fan speeds are made using the six potentiometers located in the lower part of the aluminum front panel. By using the other two potentiometers located on the sides, it is possible to choose two of the six channels to be displayed on the built-in VF-Display (Vacuum Fluorescent Display). The display informs the user about fan rotation and temperature, as well as the number of the chosen fans. Each fan channel can be separately regulated in a voltage regulation range between 3.7 V and 12 V. Users are able to monitor the actual fan speed on the VF-Display in 30 rpm steps up to the maximum fan speed of 9,990 rpm. Temperature values can be displayed both in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit. Kaze Master Pro Ace is able to measure temperatures in the ranges of 0 °C to 100 °C or 32 °F to 199.9 °F. The Kaze Master Pro Ace is equipped with a small speaker used for warning the user in case an error is detected by the system. Scythe Kaze Master Pro Ace fan controller (Model No. KM04-BK) is available only in black. Information on pricing was not revealed. 
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| CES 2012: Roccat Intros Isku Illuminated Gaming Keyboard |
| Author: Gabriel Torres |
Date: January 18, 2012 - 3:14 PM PST |
| Category: Input |
| More Info: http://www.roccat.org/Products/Gaming-Keyboards/ROCCAT-Isku/#crb_2 |
The German manufacturer, Roccat, is finally officially entering the US market next month. One of their most anticipated products is the Isku, an illuminated keyboard (with six different light levels) featuring 123 keys and support for 36 macros. Each macro can store up to 500 actions. In order to save space on the keyboard, some of the macros can be stored on regular keys of the product. It has a handy “rec” button for you to record each macro, and the keyboard literally speaks, telling you how to program the macros. You can store up to five macro profiles. The driver recognizes which game you are launching and loads the profile you created for that particular game, so you won’t need to reprogram all macros you had already created, nor will you need to manually load them from the hard drive. The Isku keyboard recognizes the Kone[+] from the same manufacturer, and you are able to command mouse functions such as macros through the keyboard. This keyboard has a polling rate of 1 kHz, a response time of 1 ms, and USB interface. It will arrive on the market next month costing around USD 90. 
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| CES 2012: ECS Launches Wi-Bridge Wireless Display Adapter |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: January 18, 2012 - 10:42 AM PST |
| Category: LAN |
| More Info: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Media/NewsRoom_Detail.aspx?NewsID=143... |
The ECS’s Wi-Bridge is a small adapter that easily plugs into the TV (or any screens supporting HDMI) via HDMI connection and receives media (video, audio, photo) in up to 1080p (1920x1280) resolution from your PC or laptop wirelessly. ECS Wi-Bridge can cover a range of up to 100 feet (30 meters). It features one USB 2.0 port for keyboard or mouse to control playback effortlessly, one HDMI 1.3 port, 256 MB of DDR2 memory, and 256 MB of flash memory. This device is a great option for those users who want to play films from their PC on their TVs, but don’t want to use cables. According to ECS, the Wi-Bridge will come to the market in the Q1 costing USD 80.
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| CES 2012: Rosewill Announces New PSUs and Plans |
| Author: Gabriel Torres |
Date: January 18, 2012 - 9:02 AM PST |
| Category: Power |
| More Info: http://www.rosewill.com |
During this CES, Rosewill announced a modular version of their 80 Plus Gold series, the Capstone. The company will release two models of the Capstone Modular, 650 W and 750 W, both with single +12 V rail and five-year warranty. Another important announcement from Rosewill was that they are going to start selling their products through other retailers, and also they will be exporting their products to other countries, a radical change in the company’s policy of only selling through their parent company, Newegg.com. 
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| CES 2012: EVGA To Enter the Power Supply Market |
| Author: Gabriel Torres |
Date: January 17, 2012 - 11:01 AM PST |
| Category: Power |
| More Info: http://www.evga.com |
EVGA revealed to us during our meeting that they will enter the power supply market this year, around March or April. Initially, four wattages will be offered: 650 W, 750 W, 1,000 W, and 1,500 W. They will have models with the 80 Plus Bronze certification for the first two wattages, and models with the 80 Plus Gold certification for all wattages. The 1,500 W model will be able to deliver 1,650 W if an “overclocking mode” button is pushed, which causes the fan to spin at its maximum speed. This model will also offer switches for you to select how many +12 V rails you want. EVGA declined to comment on their OEM.
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| CES 2012: Corsair Announces New Cases |
| Author: Gabriel Torres |
Date: January 17, 2012 - 11:00 AM PST |
| Category: Case |
| More Info: http://www.corsair.com |
During this CES, Corsair announced two new mid-tower computer cases, the Obsidian Series 550D and the Carbide Series 300R. The Obsidian Series 550D offers eight expansion slots, four external 5.25” bays, and six internal 3.5”/2.5” bays. It has an aluminum front door that can be opened to either side; you can also remove it. It is focused on silence, as the side, front, and top panels have a foam sheet to reduce noise. All air filters are magnetic. 
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The Carbide Series 300R is targeted to the mainstream market, offering seven expansion slots, three external 5.25” bays and four internal 3.5”/2.5” bays. 
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| CES 2012: Biostar Also Displays Intel Z77 Motherboards |
| Author: Gabriel Torres |
Date: January 17, 2012 - 10:50 AM PST |
| Category: Motherboard |
| More Info: http://www.biostar.com.tw |
Biostar was another motherboard manufacturer to display motherboards based on the coming Intel Z77 chipset. The manufacturer talked about three models. The TZ77XE4 will have four USB 3.0 ports, four SATA-600 ports, one eSATA port, three PCI Express x16 slots, one PCI Express x1 slot, and two standard PCI slots. 
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The TZ77XE3 will have four USB 3.0 ports, two SATA-600 ports, three PCI Express x16 slots, two PCI Express x1 slots, and two standard PCI slots. 
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The TZ77MXE will be offered in the microATX form factor and will have four USB 3.0 ports, two SATA-600 ports, two PCI Express x16 slots, and two PCI Express x1 slots. 
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| CES 2012: ECS Displays Intel Z77 and H77 Motherboards |
| Author: Gabriel Torres |
Date: January 16, 2012 - 10:38 AM PST |
| Category: Motherboard |
| More Info: http://www.ecs.com.tw |
ECS was another motherboard manufacturer to display motherboards based on the forthcoming Intel Z77 and H77 chipsets. Two models were shown, one ATX based on the Intel Z77 chipset and one microATX based on the Intel H77 chipset. The Z77H2-AX will have Bluetooth, Wi-Fi IEEE802.11b/g/n, six USB 3.0 ports, two SATA-600 ports, two eSATA ports, three PCI Express x16 slots, two PCI Express x1 slots, and two standard PCI slots. 
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The H77H2-M will be a microATX motherboard based on the Intel H77 chipset, and will have four USB 3.0 ports, four SATA-600 ports, one PCI Express x16 slot, one PCI Express x1 slot, and two standard PCI slots. 
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