| Gelid Intros Slim Silence I-Plus CPU Cooler |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 13, 2011 - 10:19 AM PST |
| Category: Cooling |
| More Info: http://www.gelidsolutions.com/products/index.php?lid=2&cid=12&... |
Gelid has launched a low-profile CPU cooler intended to be used on HTPC (home theater PC) and small factor computers. The Slim Silence I-Plus is compatible with Intel processors (sockets 775/1156/1155), features a copper base, aluminum fins, and a 75 mm ball-bearing fan that spins at 1,200 to 2,600 rpm (15 - 27.8 dBA noise level). It has a suggested price of USD 26. 
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| Club 3D Launches GeForce GTX 550Ti with 2 GB |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 13, 2011 - 10:09 AM PST |
| Category: Video |
| More Info: http://www.club-3d.com/index.php/news/message.en/items/club-3d-first-t... |
Club 3D has introduced a GeForce GTX 550Ti factory-overclocked video card equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 memory, twice the amount found on the reference model. The GeForce GTX 550Ti CoolStream OC Edition works internally at 920 MHz (2.22% above the stock clock of 900 MHz), accesses its memory at 4,100 MHz (the same clock as the reference model) through a 192-bit interface, and its processors work at 1,840 MHz (2.22% above the stock clock of 1,800 MHz). This video card comes with two DVI and one HDMI video outputs, and features a custom cooling solution, dubbed CoolStream. Information on pricing or availability was not provided. 
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| Antec Launches Kühler H2O 920 Liquid CPU Cooler |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 13, 2011 - 10:00 AM PST |
| Category: Cooling |
| More Info: http://www.antec.com/Believe_it/product.php?id=NzA0Mzcw&lan=us |
The partnership between Antec and Asetek has resulted in another liquid CPU cooler, the Kühler H2O 920. It is the second cooler from Antec made in collaboration with Asetek. The first one was the Kühler H2O 620 that we’ve already reviewed. The H20 920 is a sealed system with the pump integrated into the CPU block. It features a radiator equipped with two 120 mm fans with speeds controlled by the Advanced Fan Control technology developed by Asetek. It supports Intel (sockets 775/1155/1156/1366) and AMD (sockets AM2(+)/AM3(+)) processors. The Kühler H2O 920 is available for pre-order on Antec's online store (http://store.antec.com) for a price of USD 119.95. 
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| ASRock Launches 3TB+ Unlock Utility |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 12, 2011 - 12:35 PM PST |
| Category: Storage |
| More Info: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/3TB/index.asp |
Owners of ASRock’s motherboards should be informed that the company has launched a free utility to allow the installation of a 3 TB+ hard disk drive on a computer equipped with a 32-bit operating system, like the Windows XP. Click here to learn if your ASRock’s motherboard is compatible with the utility. The 3TB+ Unlock is available for download at:
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| MSI Announces GeForce GTX 560 Ti HAWK Video Card |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 12, 2011 - 12:33 PM PST |
| Category: Video |
| More Info: http://www.msi.com/product/vga/N560GTX-Ti-Hawk.html |
MSI has just expanded their Hawk series with the launch of a factory-overclocked video card based on the GeForce GTX 560 Ti GPU. This video card works internally at 950 MHz (15.57% above the stock clock of 822 MHz), has 1 GB of GDDR5 memory accessed at 4,200 MHz (4.79% above the stock clock of 4,008 MHz) through a 256-bit interface, and two DVI and one mini-HDMI video outputs. As with other members from the Hawk series, this video card comes with the MSI’s Twin Frozr III dual-slot cooling solution (two 80 mm fans, four copper heatpipes, a nickel-plated copper base, and a new propeller blade technology) that reduces the temperature by 17°C when compared to the reference design. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti HAWK video card features a 9-phase voltage regulator circuit, APS (Active Phase Switching, which enables or disables phases according to the GPU load), military class components, and voltage check points. MSI didn't mention the suggested price of this new card. 
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| SilverStone Intros Raven RV03 Mid-Tower Case |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 11, 2011 - 9:34 AM PST |
| Category: Case |
| More Info: http://www.silverstonetek.com/raven/products/index.php?model=RV03&... |
SilverStone has launched a new computer case for their Raven series, the RV03. Incidentally, we’ve already reviewed the RV01 and RV02 models. As with its older versions, the motherboard on the RV03 is rotated 90º, allowing the rear connectors to be available on the top part of the case. This was done to improve thermal dissipation, especially from the video card, as hot air tends to go up, and high-end video cards usually blow hot air from the inside to the outside of the case - usually to the rear of the case; but with Raven, hot air is blown to the top. The RV03 features a 0.8 mm steel body, seven 5.25” external bays, 10 3.5” internal bays (six converted from 5.25” bays), two 2.5” internal bays, two USB 3.0 ports, and eight slots for expansion cards. For cooling, the Raven RV03 has two 180 mm fans on the bottom panel and a 120 mm fan on the top panel. The Raven RV03 will be on the market next week costing USD 139.99. 
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| Gigabyte Launches ECO600 Wireless Laser Mouse |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 8, 2011 - 8:47 AM PST |
| Category: Input |
| More Info: http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=3821#kf |
Do you think it’s possible to use a mouse for a year without replacing the battery? This is exactly what the newest mouse from Gigabyte promises. The ECO600 wireless laser mouse requires two AA batteries and can run for up to 12 months before needing replacements. It supports three configuration levels of dpi (800 dpi, 1,200 dpi or 1,600 dpi; a LED system indicates what resolution has been used), five programmable buttons, a 2.4 GHz wireless connection, and comes with a USB nano receiver. Side rubber grips help avoid slipping during intense game play. 
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| HIS Debuts Radeon HD 6950 IceQX Series Video Cards |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 7, 2011 - 11:14 AM PST |
| Category: Video |
| More Info: http://www.hisdigital.com/un/news_show-180.shtml |
Today HIS launched six video cards based on the Radeon HD 6950 GPU within their IceQX series. IceQX is the name of a dual-slot cooling solution equipped with four heatpipes and a 92 mm fan. In the table below you can see the models launched and their main specs. Product Code | Clock | Memory | Memory Clock | Memory Interface | H695QN2G2M | 800 MHz | 2 GB GDDR5 | 5 GHz | 256-bit | H695QN1G2M | 800 MHz | 1 GB GDDR5 | 5 GHz | 256-bit | H695QNT2G2M | 840 MHz | 2 GB GDDR5 | 5,120 MHz | 256-bit | H695QNT1G2M | 840 MHz | 1 GB GDDR5 | 5,120 MHz | 256-bit | H695QNX2G2M | 880 MHz | 2 GB GDDR5 | 5,200 MHz | 256-bit | H695QNX1G2M | 880 MHz | 1 GB GDDR5 | 5,200 MHz | 256-bit |
All models have a blue PCB, two DVI, one HDMI, and two mini-DisplayPort video outputs. Information on pricing or availability was not provided. 
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| Liquid Temperature Fan Control Technology from Asetek |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 7, 2011 - 11:10 AM PST |
| Category: Cooling |
| More Info: http://www.asetek.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&am... |
Asetek, a supplier of liquid cooling solutions for computers, has developed a technology that adjusts the radiator fan according to the temperature of the liquid going through the pumps. This is excellent because it keeps the computer quiet during less demanding tasks. Asetek liquid temperature fan control technology is available in two versions: automatic and manual. Both use firmware and temperature sensors built into the pump to control radiator fans. The automatic version uses values speeds stored into the firmware for fan control. The manual version interfaces with Asetek ChillControl software, giving enthusiasts the choice of using preset fan speed values or controlling fan speed with custom parameters. The Antec KÜHLER H2O 620 liquid CPU cooler is the first product to feature this technology.
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| AMD Intros Radeon HD 6450 |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 7, 2011 - 11:09 AM PST |
| Category: Video |
| More Info: http://www.amd.com/us/products/desktop/graphics/amd-radeon-hd-6000/hd-... |
The Radeon HD 6450 is an entry-level video card originally targeted at OEMs but was not available on the retail market up until now. The Radeon HD 6450 is ideal for HTPCs (Home Theater PCs) and small form factor (SFF) computers. It works internally between 625 MHz and 750 MHz, and can be configured with 512 MB of GDDR5 memory (up to 900 MHz real) or 1 GB of DDR3 (up to 800 MHz real). This video card features VGA, DVI and HDMI video outputs, and has a suggested price of USD 55.
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| New DDR3 Memory Kits from Team Group |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 7, 2011 - 11:08 AM PST |
| Category: Memory |
| More Info: http://www.teamgroup.com.tw/teamgroup/en/newsDetail.php?n_id=165 |
Team Group has expanded their Xtreem LV series of memories with the launch of two DDR3 kits designed for overclockers. The first one is available in 4 GB (2 x 2 GB) and 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) kits with modules working at 2,133 MHz with 9-11-9-27 timings at 1.65 V. The other one is available in 4 GB (2 x 2 GB) and 6 GB (3 x 2 GB) kits with modules working at 1,600 MHz with 6-8-8-24 timings at 1.65 V. Modules from both kits feature an 8-layer PCB and an aluminum heatspreader. Information on pricing or availability was not provided. 
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| Seagate Unveils GoFlex Slim USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 6, 2011 - 10:30 AM PST |
| Category: Storage |
| More Info: http://www.seagate.com/ww/v/index.jsp?locale=en-US&name=goflex-sli... |
Seagate has expanded their portable hard drive offering with the launch of the GoFlex Slim, which according to the manufacturer, is the world's slimmest, portable, external hard drive. The GoFlex Slim measures 4.88 x 3.07 x 0.35 inches (124 x 78 x 9 mm), weighs 9.87 ounces (280 g), features USB 3.0 interface, and is available in 320 GB capacity. It has a suggested price of USD 99.99. A GoFlex Slim version for Mac computers should be launched in May.
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| Zotac Releases GeForce GTX 580 AMP2! Edition |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 6, 2011 - 10:26 AM PST |
| Category: Video |
| More Info: http://www.zotacusa.com/forum/topic/4460-zotac-introduces-geforce-gtx-... |
Zotac has launched the GeForce GTX 580 AMP2! Edition, a factory-overclocked video card based on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 GPU. This new video card works internally at 815 MHz (5.57% above the stock clock of 772 MHz), has 3 GB of GDDR5 memory running at 4,100 MHz (2.30% above the stock clock of 4,008 MHz) through a 384-bit interface, and comes with two DVI and one mini-HDMI video outputs. The card is equipped with a Zalman VF3000 cooler (copper base, five copper heatpipes and two 92 mm fans). If you buy this card you’ll get a voucher for downloading Ubisoft's Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood game. Zotac did not provide information on pricing. 
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| A-Data Announces BN Series of Power Supplies |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 6, 2011 - 10:12 AM PST |
| Category: Power |
| More Info: http://www.adata-group.com/index.php?action=product&cid=4 |
A-Data has introduced their latest series of power supplies, the BN, which is comprised of 400 W, 450 W, 500 W, and 550 W models, all of them featuring 80 Plus Bronze certification, active PFC circuit, two +12 rails, 120 mm fan, and protection against over voltage (OVP), under voltage (UVP), over current (OCP), over temperature (OTP), over power (OPP), and short-circuit (SCP). Aesthetically, BN units have a laminated steel casing. Information on pricing or availability was not provided. 
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| AMD Launches Radeon HD 6790 |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: April 5, 2011 - 10:06 AM PST |
| Category: Video |
| More Info: http://www.amd.com/us/products/desktop/graphics/amd-radeon-hd-6000/hd-... |
AMD has finally launched their weapon to fight with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 550 Ti, introduced three weeks ago. The new Radeon HD 6790 costs USD 150 and is positioned between the Radeon HD 5770 and the Radeon HD 6850. According to our review, the reference model of the AMD Radeon HD 6790 was up to 23% faster than NVIDIA GeForce GTX 550 Ti. Specs-wise, the AMD Radeon HD 6790 works internally at 840 MHz, has 1 GB of GDDR5 memory running at 4.2 GHz through a 256-bit interface, 800 processors, and two DVI, one HDMI and two mini-DisplayPort video outputs. Several AMD partners have launched models based on the newest GPU from AMD, as you can see on the list below.
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