| Patriot Unleashes Sector 5 Memory Series |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 21, 2009 - 12:11 PM PST |
| Category: Memory |
| More Info: http://www.patriotmemory.com |
Patriot has announced the launch of its Sector 5 memory series specially designed to the new Intel P55 chipset (that will support the upcoming Intel 45-nm Lynnfield processors: Core i5-750, Core i7-860 and Core i7-870). Sector 5 series is comprised with dual-channel DDR3 kits with clocks ranging from 1,333 MHz to 2,000 MHz. All Sector 5 modules feature Viper II heatspread. Below you can see the main specs for Sector 5 kits. - PVV34G2000LLKB: 4 GB (2 GB x 2) DDR3 dual-channel kit clocked at 2,000 MHz with 8-8-8-24 timings. This kit comes with the benchmarking software Futuremark 3DMark Vantage.
- PVV34G1800LLKB: 4 GB (2 GB x 2) DDR3 dual-channel kit clocked at 1,800 MHz with 8-8-8-24 timings. This kit comes with the benchmarking software Futuremark 3DMark Vantage.
- PVV34G1600LLKB: 4 GB (2 GB x 2) DDR3 dual-channel kit clocked at 1,600 MHz with 7-7-7-20 timings. This kit comes with the benchmarking software Futuremark 3DMark Vantage.
- PVV34G1333LLK: 4 GB (2 GB x 2) DDR3 dual-channel kit clocked at 1,333 MHz with 7-7-7-20 timings.
- PGV34G1600ELK: 4 GB (2 GB x 2) DDR3 dual-channel kit clocked at 1,600 MHz with 9-9-9-24 timings.
- PGV34G1333ELK: 4 GB (2 GB x 2) DDR3 dual-channel kit clocked at 1,333 MHz with 9-9-9-24 timings.
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| Thermaltake Intros WingRS 301 Mid-tower Case |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 20, 2009 - 4:50 PM PST |
| Category: Case |
| More Info: http://www.thermaltake.com/news_detail.aspx?cid=C_00000001&pid=P_00000129 |
Thermaltake has just launched its newest mid-tower case, WingRS 301. Equipped with four 5 ¼” external bays, one 3 ½” external bay, four 3 ½” internal bays and seven slots for expansion cards, this new case features tool-less mechanisms for hard drives and daughter cards installation, a handle available on its top part to allow users to easily transport their computer, a 120-mm rear fan (1,300 rpm; 17 dBA) and a place on its front panel for a 120-mm optional fan. WingRS 301 case is available in two versions: with or without a 430 W power supply. No word on pricing and availability. 
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| Cooler Master Launches Gaming Mouse |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 19, 2009 - 1:43 PM PST |
| Category: Input |
| More Info: http://www.coolermaster-usa.com/ |
Cooler Master has just launched its first gaming mouse under CM Storm brand (Cooler Master gaming line-up), Sentinel Advance. This mouse has a 5,600 DPI sensor, an onboard 64 KB memory to store five different profiles and a modularized weight system that can be configured between 139 to 161.5 g in increments of 4.5 g. Also, you can display logos on the mouse uploaded via the PC. No word on pricing and availability. 
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| MSI Announces Bravo EX628 Notebook |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 18, 2009 - 5:44 AM PST |
| Category: Mobile |
| More Info: http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=newsdesc&news_no=844 |
MSI has just announced the launch of Bravo EX628 notebook. See its main specs below. - Processor: Core 2 Duo.
- Chipset: Intel PM45 (ICH9M south bridge).
- Display: 16”.
- GPU: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4670.
- Video memory: 1 GB DDR2.
- Memory: 4 GB DDR2-800.
- LAN: Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbps).
- Wireless: 802.11 b/g/n.
- Bluetooth 2.0 (optional).
- Card reader: 3-in-1 (SD/MMC/MS).
- USB ports: 3.
- eSATA Port: 1.
- Webcam: 2 Mpixels.
- Hard disk drive: 160 GB or 250 GB or 320 GB.
- Battery: 6- or 9-cell.
- Dimensions: 14.72” x 9.68” x 1”-1.37” or 37.4 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.68 – 3.5 cm
- Weight: 5.95 lbs or 2.7 Kg (with 6-cell battery).
- DVD or Blu-Ray drive (optional).
No word on pricing and availability. 
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| MSI Announces N275GTX Lightning Video Card |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 17, 2009 - 4:07 PM PST |
| Category: Video |
| More Info: http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=newsdesc&news_no=839 |
MSI has expanded its Lightning line-up with the launch of N275GTX (GeForce 275 GTX), a factory-overclocked video card. This new card works internally at 700 MHz (10.58% above default clock of 633 MHz), accesses its 1,792 MB of GDDR3 at 2,300 MHz (1.41% above default clock of 2,268 MHz) thru a 448-bit interface and has VGA, DVI and HDMI connectors. Also, N275GTX Lightning features a 10-phase voltage regulator, a 10-layer PCB, a Twin Frozr II cooler (two 80-mm fans and five heatpipes), a power management technology with active phase switching and comes with Lightning Afterburner overclocking utility that allows users to tune GPU voltage, GPU and memory clock. Information on pricing and availability weren't provided. 
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| Club 3D Announces “Green” Video Cards |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 14, 2009 - 4:24 PM PST |
| Category: Video |
| More Info: http://www.club3d.nl/news/news_products.cfm |
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Club 3D has just announced the launch of its “green” series of video card that according to the manufacturer consumes up to 40% less than original version. Below you can see the main specs for the models launched. GeForce GTS 250 Green Edition - Model: CGNX-TS252GI.
- Internal clock: 700 MHz (738 MHz on the original model)
- Memory: 512 MB GDDR3.
- Memory clock: 2 GHz DDR (2.2 GHz DDR on the original model).
- Memory interface: 256-bit.
- Shader units: 128.
- Shader clock: 1,725 MHz (1.836 MHz on the original model).
- PCI Express 2.0.
- Connectors: VGA, HDMI and DVI.
- More information: http://www.club-3d.de
GeForce 9800 GT Green Edition - Model: CGNX-G9824GI.
- Internal clock: 550 MHz (600 MHz on the original model)
- Memory: 1 GB GDDR3.
- Memory clock: 1,400 MHz DDR (1,800 MHz DDR on the original model).
- Memory interface: 256-bit.
- Shader units: 112.
- Shader clock: N/A.
- PCI Express 2.0.
- Connectors: VGA, HDMI and DVI.
- More information: http://www.club-3d.com
GeForce 9800 GT Green Edition - Model: CGNX-G982GI.
- Internal clock: 550 MHz (600 MHz on the original model)
- Memory: 512 MB GDDR3.
- Memory clock: 1,800 MHz DDR (the same clock as original model).
- Memory interface: 256-bit.
- Shader units: 112.
- Shader clock: N/A.
- PCI Express 2.0.
- Connectors: VGA, HDMI and DVI.
- More information: http://www.club-3d.de
GeForce 9600 GT Green Edition - Model: CGNX-G9624GI.
- Internal clock: 600 MHz (650 MHz on the original model)
- Memory: 1 GB GDDR3.
- Memory clock: 1,400 MHz DDR (1,800 MHz DDR on the original model).
- Memory interface: 256-bit.
- Shader units: 64.
- Shader clock: 1,500 MHz (1.625 MHz on the original clock).
- PCI Express 2.0.
- Connectors: VGA, HDMI and DVI.
- More information: http://www.club-3d.de
GeForce 9600 GT Green Edition - Model: CGNX-G962GI.
- Internal clock: 600 MHz (650 MHz on the original model)
- Memory: 512 MB GDDR3.
- Memory clock: 1,400 MHz DDR (1,800 MHz DDR on the original model).
- Memory interface: 256-bit.
- Shader units: 64.
- Shader clock: 1,500 MHz (1,625 MHz on the original model).
- PCI Express 2.0.
- Connectors: VGA, HDMI and DVI.
- More information: http://www.club-3d.de
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| AMD Launches Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 13, 2009 - 11:04 AM PST |
| Category: CPU |
| More Info: http://www.amd.com |
AMD has just introduced on the market Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition, a 45-nm quad-core processor based on socket AM3 that works internally at 3.4 GHz, has 2 MB L2 cache, 6 MB L3 cache, a built-in DDR2/DDR3 memory controller, 4 GHz HyperTransport bus and TDP of 140 W. By being a “Black Edition” model this new processor has its clock multiplier unlocked and thus targeted to overclockers. Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition has a suggested price of USD 245.
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| Patriot Launches SSD Series for Apple Computers |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 12, 2009 - 10:12 AM PST |
| Category: Storage |
| More Info: http://www.patriotmemory.com/products/groupdetailp.jsp?prodgroupid=154... |
Patriot has just launched Koi, a series of 2.5” solid state drives specifically designed to work with Apple Mac computers. Available in 128 GB and 256 GB capacities, Koi SSDs have 64 MB onboard DRAM, SATA-300 interface and provide read and write speeds of up to 260 MB/s and 180 MB/s. No word on pricing and availability.
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| Scythe Kaze Station 3.5” Multifunctional Panel |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 12, 2009 - 9:30 AM PST |
| Category: Power |
| More Info: http://www.scythe-eu.com/en/products/pc-accessory/kaze-station-35.html |
Scythe has just launched Kaze Station 3.5”, a multifunctional panel to be installed on any available 3 ½” bay from your PC case. With this panel you can have access to four USB ports, one eSATA port and audio connectors. Also, up to 2 fans can be controlled by this panel. This product is available in black (KST01-BK-3.5 model) and silver (KST01-SL-3.5 model) and is priced at USD 22.50. 
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| BFG Debuts EX-1000 PSU |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 12, 2009 - 9:19 AM PST |
| Category: Power |
| More Info: http://www.bfgtech.com/bfgr1000wexpsu.aspx |
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BFG has just unveiled EX-1000 (BFGR1000WEXPSU), a 1,000 W power supply (at 40°C) compliant with the ATX12V 2.2 and EPS12V 2.91 standards and that features Frequency Conversion technology, which means this unit can emulate virtually any size power supply and therefore be at least 80% efficient even with loads as low as 10% of the unit's maximum capacity. This unit also features modular cabling system, four 12 V rails, a 135-mm fan and protections against over-voltage, overload and short circuits. EX-1000 PSU can be found on the market costing USD 200. 
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| OCZ Intros Solid 2 SSD Series |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 12, 2009 - 9:11 AM PST |
| Category: Storage |
| More Info: http://www.ocztechnology.com/aboutocz/press/2009/348 |
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OCZ has launched Solid 2 series of 2.5” solid state drives. Available in 60 GB and 120 GB capacities, Solid 2 SSDs have a buffer of 64 MB, SATA-300 interface and provide read speed of up to 125 MB/s and write speed of up to 80 MB/s (60 GB model) and 100 MB/s (120 GB model). No word on pricing and availability. 
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| Lian Li Launches Tyr PC-X1000 Full-tower Case |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 12, 2009 - 9:04 AM PST |
| Category: Case |
| More Info: http://www.lian-li.com/v2/en/product/product06.php?pr_index=336&cl_ind... |
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Lian Li has launched a full-tower case called Tyr PC-X1000. All built-up in aluminum, this new case features three 5 ¼” external bays (one of them can be converted to a 3 ½” bay), six 3 ½” internal bays and eight slots for expansion cards. Tyr PC-X1000 has several features like removable motherboard tray, watercooling support, anti-vibration mechanism for power supply, tool-less mechanisms for daughter cards, hard drives and motherboard installation, dust filter on the case base, no sharp edges where you could cut yourself while assembling the PC and is divided in chambers to improve airflow. As for cooling, Tyr PC-X1000 comes with Five 140-mm fans (1,200 rpm), three located on the front panel and two located on the rear panel. This case has four USB, one Firewire and one e-SATA connectors, besides the traditional audio jacks. According to Lian Li this case will reach the market later this month costing USD 420. 
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| nVidia SLI Technology is Now Licensed For Intel Motherboards |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 11, 2009 - 9:53 AM PST |
| Category: Video |
| More Info: http://www.nvidia.com/object/io_1249876351744.html |
nVidia has announced that Intel and the main motherboard manufacturers (ASUS, EVGA, Gigabyte and MSI) have licensed nVidia SLI technology for inclusion on their Intel P55 Express Chipset-based motherboards designed for the upcoming Intel Core i7 and i5 processors in the LGA1156 socket. So users of P55-based motherboard and upcoming Core processors can equip their PCs with more than one nVidia-based video card under SLI configuration. It is always good to remember that Intel chipsets are already compatible with the competing technology, CrossFireX from AMD.
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| Kingston Intros SSDNow V+ SSD Series |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 10, 2009 - 11:09 AM PST |
| Category: Storage |
| More Info: http://www.kingston.com/ukroot/press/2009/prmn0908b.asp |
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Kingston has launched SSDNow V+ series of 2.5” solid state drives. Available in 64, 128 and 256 GB capacities, SSDNow V+ SSDs have SATA-300 interface and provide read speed of up to 220 MB/s and write speed of up to 140 MB/s (64 GB model), 170 MB/s (128 GB model) and 180 MB/s (256 GB model). 64 GB model is priced at USD 190 (prices of the remaining models were not disclosed). 
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| G.Skill Unveils Ripjaws Memory Series |
| Author: Cássio Lima |
Date: August 7, 2009 - 9:00 AM PST |
| Category: Memory |
| More Info: http://www.gskill.com/news.php?index=223 |
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G.Skill announced today its newest DDR3 memory series, Ripjaws. Modules from this series feature an aluminum heatspread and can be found in dual-channel kits with clocks ranging from 1,333 MHz to 1,866 MHz, powered at 1.65 V. G.Skill will be launching Ripjaws modules with 2 GHz and 2.2 GHz clocks very soon. No word on princing and availability. 
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