(8/12) WinFast PxDTV2300 H PCI-E Series From Leadtek

More live entertainment than ever before with the WinFast PxDTV2300 H PCI-E series from Leadtek

With users demands constantly in mind, Leadtek Research Inc., announced the launch of its high performance hybrid TV capture card with the latest PCI Express interface-WinFast PxDTV2300 H. Now, no matter what you're are looking for, be it digital, analog or digital and analog reception support, inbuilt MPEG-2 or universal or regional reception, Leadtek offers a complete range of TV tuner products with PCI Express interface to meet your varying demands and bring you true PCTV enjoyment.

WinFast PxDTV2300 H provides high definition DVB-T and worldwide analog TV reception, including NTSC, SECAM and PAL standards. With full screen stereo/SAP support, you're assured of the best TV entertainment on your desktop. And your PC is able to receive DVB-T and FM radio anytime! Even more, you can now choose the format from MPEG-4/2/1/WMV/VCD/DVD/SVCD for superlative recording effects. Equipped with 9-in-1 A/V cable supporting component video input up to 480p, it is easy to capture videos from CCD camera/camcorder/VCR/DVD player and even a video game console.

Powered up with the exclusive WinFast PVR2, all useful functions, like DirectBurn, Time Shifting, Scheduled Recording, Power on/off by Remote, and TwinView, are simplified and put into a two-layer menu with a very user friendly interface. The Live Broadcasting function turns your PC into a TV broadcasting center and shares fun video with family and friends. With your home PC turned on live TV can be accessed and enjoyed anytime, everywhere through an internet-connected desktop or laptop. Not to forget WinFast's all-in-one I/R sensor remote control for a comfy laid back viewing. You don't even have to get off the sofa to switch the PC screen on or off!

And on top of this banquet of features there's still the added value of the WinFast Mobile Video Express (WinFast MoViE) pack comprising a 3D album creator, iPod & PSP video converter and Orb. The magic of the 3D album creator allows the user to freely create a personal 3D album and to view it on iPod/PSP.

The user is at liberty to carry and view recorded TV shows on iPod and PSP anytime and everywhere through the video converter. Using the Orb application streaming music and videos can be viewed on any internet-connected device such as a mobile phone, PDA, laptop or any other computer.

With the joy of viewing DVB-T and analog TV worldwide, WinFast PxDTV2300 H not only enriches your life with the magic of "universal remote" but propels you into a whole new world of multimedia entertainment .

(7/12) Thermaltake Introduces the New Armor Plus Chassis for Gamer

Ultimate Gaming Machine, Thermaltake Armor+ Exclusive Website & Market Availability Schedule Released

With the success of the Thermaltake Armor full tower, Thermaltake is introducing the most powerful version in the Armor family, the new Armor+ Chassis. While all the essence of Armor has been maintained, Armor+ comes with many market leading features that are never seen in any Chassis on the market today. With the release of previous online preview that left gamers tingle with excitements; Thermaltake is launching the exclusive website of Armor+ with global market availability schedules today!

Born to feed the beasts, the Armor+ has been granted. With bravely implanted features like the 10 PCI slots, 14 drive bay expandability and adjustable PSU supporting bridge; fitting everything from micro-ATX to extended-ATX motherboard and even quad-graphic cards, the extremely spacious Armor+ is tailored for the top-end enthusiasts.

With extra careful concerns on the user experiences, not only the 5.25”, 3.5” devices and PCI slots are designed tool-free, but the further careful touch on the motherboard tray and cable management functions also enhanced the installation convenience. Moreover, Armor+ offers superb ventilation with the entire body metal grilled and well organized fan cooling system managing CPU, VGA and HDD thermal independently for optimized system airflow.

The liquid-cooling version of Armor+ will also be available in the near future. The embedded 3 bay liquid cooling system with 5 steps instant setup and external coolant maintenance features will definitely show you the innovation and technology that Thermaltake is famed for.

Not just the fascinating internal features that satisfy all heavy demands, the solid constructions and streamline appearance of Armor+ inherited the fine tradition with good strains of seeds from Armor. Experience the beauty and innovation breakthrough from the new Thermaltake Armor+ exclusive website with most updated info on the global market availability!

(7/12) Thermaltake ToughPower 1500W

World’s First and Only 1500W NVIDIA SLI Certified Power Supply

Thermaltake Technology announces, its top of the line PSU, Toughpower 1500W, has been certified by NVIDIA as SLI-Ready PSU. Toughpower 1500W has the highest output wattage among all SLI certified PSU in the market, and is the only 1500W PSU in the world that’s certified for SLI.

Due to continuous innovation in the graphics technology, high-performance graphics cards could consume up to 900W of power in a high end gaming system with multi graphic card configuration and left very little power for other components. To fulfill this growing power consumption and provide users with quality product, Thermaltake released the Toughpower 1500W in September and is now successfully certified as NVIDIA as SLI-Ready PSU.

The design concept for Toughpower 1500W originates at the idea that all the latest and most advanced technologies must be supported. For that, four 6pin PCI-E connectors and four 8pin PCI-E connectors are provided; this makes Toughpower 1500W the best solution for next generation Quad-graphic card set up. Moreover, Toughpower 1500W possesses four independent +12V rails, stable voltage (±3%), 140mm dual ball bearing fan, and a high efficiency of over 85%.

Thermaltake ensures that the 1500W Toughpower power supply to be of the highest quality and provide the ultimate reliability. Using state of the art high quality industrial components and, certainly the power supply also has OVP, OCP, SCP to protect your PCs. All these features will promise enthusiasts the highest performance and most reliable PC platform. The Toughpower 1500W is no doubt an indispensable part of a high end gaming system.

(7/12) SAPPHIRE Launches HD 3850 ULTIMATE Edition

Fastest Passive Graphics Card – Ever!

SAPPHIRE launches HD 3850 ULTIMATE Edition

SAPPHIRE Technology, has just launched a new ULTIMATE Edition in its exciting new HD 3000 series, to deliver the fastest performing passive cooled graphics card in the World - ever!
The SAPPHIRE HD 3850 ULTIMATE Edition has 256MB of GDDR3 memory, running at 828MHz (1.66GHz effective) and has a core clock speed of 668MHz, delivering the same exciting levels of graphics performance as the standard model – but featuring a totally fanless and silent heatpipe cooler. It incorporates the latest ATI Avivo HD Technology for enhanced Video display and features a built in UVD (Unified Video decoder) for the hardware accelerated decoding of Blu-ray and HD DVD content for both VC-1 and H.264 codecs, reducing CPU loading to a minimum. The HDMI adaptor delivers true audio and video output on a single cable for direct connection of an HDMI ready display, making the SAPPHIRE HD 3850 ULTIMATE the ideal solution for gamers and video enthusiasts.

Like other models in the series, the SAPPHIRE HD 3850 ULTIMATE Edition features the new CrossFireX technology, with two high speed connectors on each card allowing 2, 3 or even 4 graphics cards to be daisy-chained together for enhanced performance when installed in a CrossFireX mainboard. As each card has two dual-link DVI connectors, this allows up to eight monitors to be used at the same time, or - with CrossFire enabled - two GPU’s (and up to four with future driver releases) to provide a more powerful rendering solution.
All the new SAPPHIRE HD 3800 series combine a unified shader architecture with support for Shader Model 4.0 and the forthcoming DirectX 10.1 connected via the latest PCI-Express Gen 2.0 interface. The architecture shares the 320 stream processors and 512-bit internal ring bus memory controller of the previous high end SAPPHIRE HD 2900 models together with multiple rendering units and a programmable tessellation unit to deliver outstanding graphics performance. Now manufactured in a new 55nm process technology, the GPU in the HD 3000 series delivers this performance with lower power consumption and at lower cost than previous generations. A new feature known as ATI PowerPlay actively reduces power consumption depending on loading.

SAPPHIRE HD 3000 series graphics cards are Microsoft Windows Vista Premium certified and supported by the ATI Catalyst suite of software, ensuring customers have ongoing access to software updates for performance, stability and added features. Support for DirectX10.1 provides developers with access to enhanced programming techniques and new lighting effects.

(7/12) Fujitsu 3.5G Winter Launch 2007

Providing More Mobile Connectivity

Held at Borders Bistro was Fujitsu's launch of their winter series which showcased their new range of mobile lifestyle products embracing 3.5G via integration of high speed UMTS receivers. Supporting both HSDPA and GPRS connectivity, these new products promise to add more portability to users on the go. Sometime last year, the LifeBook Q2010 was one of the first notebooks in the market to boast of this capability, but now with its new range of notebooks, Fujitsu is taking a bold new direction by embracing 3.5G in full force to provide all user demographics with even more flexibility and convenience.

Take for example, the LifeBook U1010 UMPC, which now has added 3.5G capabilities, while retaining the features that made it a very well designed little companion. The LifeBook T2010, a tablet PC model, and the LifeBook P7230 notebook, have also been similarly enhanced. All of these updated models however, are not intended as a replacement for their current models. Fujitsu has stated that these models will actually complement the current lineup to provide more choices and price points for consumers.

Ah! The small and powerful 3.5G enhanced Fujitsu LifeBook U1010 UMPC packs an Intel A110 processor, 1GB RAM and a 40GB HDD.

We watched as she showed off her LifeBook T2010 Tablet PC, which has a 12.1-inch display with Core 2 Duo U7600 processor, 1GB RAM and a 160GB HDD.

The 3.5G enhanced LifeBook P7230 for the mobile professionals is extremely light at 1.19kg while packing a 10.6-incg WXGA screen, Core Duo U2250 processor, 1GB RAM, 80GB HDD and even a DVD writer! Now if only it was slimmer than 29mm, it would look sexy as well.

Lim Teck Sin, Fujitsu's Associate Director for Product Marketing also unveiled the new LifeBook S6510, which using their new SlimEdge Design, houses a 14.1-inch screen in a 13.3-inch chassis, which comes as a surprising change from the previous S6140 model. Using a new magnesium-plastic alloy construction, the chassis is durable enough to support the slim edges at the side of the S6510's LCD display. For a 14.1-inch notebook, the S6510 is surprisingly light at only 1.7kg with the weight-saver option (and about 1.8kg for the normal version). As for the hardware specs, the LifeBook S6510 comes loaded with a speedy Core 2 Duo T7700 (2.4GHz, 4MB L2 cache) mobile processor, 1GB RAM and a 160GB HDD.

Here's the new 3.5G enabled Fujitsu LifeBook S6510. Notice the jacket cover on the LCD screen? It's actually hiding the S6510's new 14.1-inch display.

Fujitsu's 3.5G enhanced models, from left to right: U1010 ($1788 with selected M1 broadband plan, or $2388 without any plan), T2010 (to be announced), P7230 ($3688) and the S6510 ($3998).

(7/12) BenQ Announces Four New LCDs

Manila, Philippines -- BenQ has set its sights on the gaming market with their announcement of the new X-Series line with models ranging in size from 19 to 22 inches. Four models were announced, including the 19” 4:3 aspect X900, the widescreen 19” X900W, the 20” X2000W and the 22” X2200W. The latter two models boast of 1000:1 contrast ratios.

With Senseye+game color tuning utility, Advanced motion Accelerator, HDMI connectivity, BenQ has done its homework and then some. There is no news yet of these monitors hitting Manila shops, but for now availability has been announced for China, the US, and Europe.

(7/12) Transcend Releases Versatile New Multi-Card Reader M5

Manila, Philippines -- Transcend announces the arrival of its new Multi-Card Reader M5. Compact size, adapter-free multi-format convenience, and attractive modern styling are the key selling points of this handy little device. Unlike other, more confusing card readers, all five of the M5's card slots are clearly labeled on the top of the reader AND in your computer browser next to the drive letter to avoid confusion and save time (software download required). The M5 supports all the latest memory cards and allows fast, easy transfer of music, videos, photos or documents through its high-speed USB 2.0 interface.

Transcend's Multi-Card Reader M5 offers a slot for almost every memory card currently on the market, including: CompactFlash and Microdrive (for hi-end Digital SLR cameras), SD cards (the most popular storage format for mainstream consumer digital cameras), xD cards, the complete Memory Stick series, miniSD and microSD (for most mobile phones). With this versatile card reader, transferring data to and from memory cards in your digital camera, camcorder, cell phone, PDA, Smartphone, or GPS has never been more convenient. Transcend's M5 is fully compatible with the high speed USB 2.0 interface and is capable of data transfer rates up to 480Mb/s. In addition, it supports the latest SD 2.0 (SDHC) and MMC 4.0 standards for hi-end memory cards. The M5 also directly accepts newer, mini-size mobile phone memory cards such as miniSD, microSD, MMCmobile MS Duo and M2 without having to use an adapter.

With 10 years of flash memory card manufacturing experience, Transcend understands what users need most from their card readers – speed, compatibility and quality. Transcend's Multi-Card Reader M5 delivers all of these qualities, and looks good, too. Currently available in either hot pink or ivory, the M5 is the perfect companion for all your memory cards.

(7/12) Symantec releases Norton 2008 products

Manila, Philippines -- Norton AntiVirus 2008 offers convenience, effectiveness, and speed to consumers who want to protect their computers from viruses, spyware, worms and other threats. Norton AntiVirus 2008 includes behavior-based protection technology that detects emerging spyware and viruses even before threat signatures are available as well as browser protection to ensure that malware on websites cannot load and execute. For greater home network security, Norton AntiVirus 2008 enables users to quickly see which computers and devices are connected to their home networks.

Norton Internet Security 2008 focuses on delivering protection with better performance and usability, all backed by integrated and automated support functionality. New Browser Defender technology defends against drive-by downloads and other new or unknown threats that exploit vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer. New identity protection technology keeps confidential information safe, while performance and usability enhancements make security faster and easier than ever. New home network mapping feature checks the status of wireless network security, maps connected devices, and provides expert advice to help users manage network security settings. Norton Internet Security 2008 includes antispyware, antivirus, antiphishing, rootkit detection and remediation, vulnerability protection, and firewall technologies. It also includes SONAR behavioral protection that detects threats even before signature-based definitions are available as well as browser protection to ensure that malware on websites cannot load and execute.

Pricing and Availability
Norton AntiVirus 2008 and Norton Internet Security 2008 are available for purchase through the Symantec online store at www.symantecstore.com/ph as well as various retail locations. The suggested retail price of Norton AntiVirus 2008 is PhP1, 999.00 for a one PC license which includes a one-year service subscription to use the product and receive Symantec's protection updates. Norton AntiVirus 2008 is also available in three-, five- and 10-user licenses for a suggested retail price of PhP2, 929.00, PhP5,289.00 and PhP10,909.00 respectively.

The suggested retail price for Norton Internet Security 2008 is PhP2, 339.00for a one PC license which includes a one-year service subscription to use the product and receive Symantec's protection updates. Norton Internet Security 2008 is also available in three- and five-user and 10-user licenses for a suggested retail price of Php3, 219.00, PhP5,879.00 and PhP11,809.00respectively.

(6/12) abit Introduces The A-N68SV & I45D Motherboard

abit Introduces the A-N68SV Motherboard
“multimedia entry level platform at a bargain price”

abit announced the A-N68SV motherboard for price-concerned users. This motherboard is based on the NVIDIA GeForce7025/nForce630a Chipset and supports socket AM2/AM2+ processors with 2000MT/s system bus using AMD’s Hyper Transport Technology. With the integrated graphics adapter the A-N68SV is a compact multimedia platform with the essential functions already integrated. For the more demanding user or future upgrader the additional PCI-E x 16 slot keeps the path open for future graphics cards. Two DIMM sockets support Dual channel DDR2 800 modules, while the high definition on-board audio offers the flexibility to use regular stereo PC speakers or any modern surround sound system scalable up to 5.1 channels.

DVI Interface

abit equips the A-N68SV motherboard with a DVI output connector so users can enjoy movies as well as games in sharpest quality on high-resolution monitors or beamers.

NVIDIA nView

The NVIDIA nView multi-display technology brings more convenience as you can run your applications on a desktop monitor while watching video or playing games on another high-definition monitor.

NVIDIA Pure Video

The A-N68SV provides more comfort with the NVIDIA pure video, featuring a dedicated High Definition Hardware Accelerated Video Engine that minimizes CPU load during HD content playback.

With great graphic features and high quality components at a bargain price the A-N68SV is the ideal multimedia entry level platform.

abit Announces the I45D Motherboard
"Experience the latest technology on a value platform"

abit launches their latest entry-level value-platform motherboard, the I45D. The abit I45D motherboard supports Intel Core 2 Extreme/Core 2 Duo/Pentium Dual-Core/Celeron Dual Core processors. Other than the 65nm processors, you are ready for the next generation 45nm processors with up to 1333 FSB as well. Whether it is gaming, digital photography, or video editing, you are able to experience Intel’s latest breakthrough technology- Intel Core 2 Extreme, with the I45D. The DIMM sockets support Dual channel DDR2 667 modules while the high definition on-board audio offers the flexibility to use regular stereo PC speakers or any modern surround sound system up to 5.1 channels. In addition, the PCI-EX16, PCI-EX1, and 3 PCI-E offer essential expansion you need.

With the I45D, you are prepared to experience the full-featured motherboard at a most competitive price tag. If you are in for high performance and latest technology with limited budget, the abit I45D will be best choice.

(6/12) Motorola Debuts Stylish MOTOPURE H12 Headset in Asia

Motorola Debuts Stylish MOTOPURE H12 Headset in Asia

MOTOPURE H12 Headset Delivers Combination of Pure Sound, Design and Comfort – Without Compromising Size

Motorola, Inc. announced the launch of the MOTOPURE H12 Universal Bluetooth Headset1 in Asia. The MOTOPURE H12 is the first headset to integrate Motorola’s audio-enhancing technology, CrystalTalk. The MOTOPURE H12 is designed for the most sophisticated, discerning mobile consumer, and features superb noise cancellation technology, discreet convenience and an iconic look.

“The MOTOPURE H12 provides an unmatched combination of superior sound quality with style and comfort to help today’s sophisticated mobile consumer to hear and be heard as they move about their busy day in different noise environments,” said Mark Shockley, Vice President and General Manager, Mobile Devices East Asia, Motorola, Inc. “The H12’s premiere audio technology, design and style make it a premium hands-free solution that helps ‘silence the noise’ for on-the-go consumers and marks Motorola’s innovation and expertise that have driven the company’s growth and global leadership in the Bluetooth accessories market.”

The headset’s version of CrystalTalk technology – previously only found in select Motorola handsets – is always on to enhance the audio experience without any sort of user intervention. The MOTOPURE H12 uses dual microphones to separate the user’s voice from background and wind noise, enhancing the user’s voice and channeling pure, clear, natural sounding audio to the caller.

The MOTOPURE H12 also assures extended wear comfort thanks to its TrueComfort ear bud design. The design is driven by Motorola’s extensive ergonomic measurement study of the human ear, with research that included two years of digital assessments that spanned age, sex and race. The result: a fit that is optimized around shape, not just size.

Additional in-demand features round out a completely new consumer experience:

• Using TrueComfort design, the three ear cushion options, combined with a smaller-than-standard eight millimeter external speaker, deliver an “outstanding” fit, according to more than 90 percent of people tested.

• The flexible lightweight ear hook securely holds the headset in place to prevent it from flapping or falling. The headset also can also be worn on either ear, and even comfortably with eyewear.

• A mix of materials that projects a petite silhouette, including perforated alloy bezel and diamond-cut metal, high gloss accents and a soft touch side housing.

• The headset comes complete with a suite of accessories to integrate the H12 into the consumer’s dynamic day including a matching desktop charger, charging case and shirt clip.

• The headset has a talk time of up to approximately 5.5 hours – with consistent, constant noise reduction – and a wireless range of up to 10 meters.

Availability

The MOTOPURE H12 Universal Bluetooth Headset will be available in Singapore from December 21, 2007 at a recommended retail price of SG$178.


SUMMARY OF FEATURES

-Ear bud w/ ear hook for extra security
-Weight: 12 grams
-Dimensions: 41mm x 18mm x 12mm
-Talk Time: up to approximately 5.5 hours
-Standby Time: up to approximately 200 hours
-Connector: Contact charging, Micro USB located on charging solutions
-Easy Pairing Technology: Exclusive technology simplifies connecting to your compatible`Bluetooth® enbled device
-Automatic low power mode
-LED light indicates battery life
-Volume orientation
-Dedicated power switch
-Call button: answer, end, reject, mute and hold
-Bluetooth Class 2 wireless technology offers a wireless connection up to 10 meters (33 feet) away*

(6/12) ViewSonic launches new CASA LCD Series from 17’’w to 22’’w

ViewSonic launches new CASA LCD Series from 17’’w to 22’’w

The Best Price Performance LCDs with 2000:1 dynamic contrast ratio

ViewSonic Corp., launches its latest CASA series of LCDs from 17’’ to 22’’ with innovative Dynamic contrast ratio technology, which enhances LCD contrast ratio up to 2000:1. ViewSonic new CASA series LCDs include 17’’w VA1716w, 19’’ VA916 and VA926, 19’’w VA1916w and VA1926w, 20’’w VA2016w and VA2026w, 22’’ w VA2216w and VA2226w, which are all certificated with Windows Vista . With these new displays, ViewSonic is able to provide one of the most comprehensive LCD product lines with affordable price and innovative technology to satisfy all kinds of needs.

Alan Chang, the Managing Director of ViewSonic Asia Pacific region, says that ViewSonic is the leading LCD provider in the market and keeps to provide the most innovative LCDs. Now, ViewSonic launches these CASA series LCDs from 17’’ widescreen to 22’’ widescreen to provide price-friendly products with 2000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and ViewSonic expects series will allow end-users to easily experience ViewSonic LCDs high quality performance.

ViewSonic CASA series LCDs feature Dynamic Contrast ratio technology, which is able to automatically detect the image signal and intelligently control the backlight brightness to make the black blacker in a dark scene, and make the white whiter in the bright environment. The primary advantage of DCR technology is to intelligently control LCD panel backlight. When the image is watched in a dark room, the drawback is that if a dark scene does contain small areas of superbright light, they may be sacrificed and blown out. By intelligently modulating the backlights, the user is able to experience lower black levels while watching darker movies or video games. This can help provide for a better user experience, and overall front of screen performance.

The second advantage of DCR technology is power saving. Owing to DCR being able to automatically detect image source then to adjust LCD panel back light, the back light power consumption will differ from back light usage. Compared to convention LCDs, which backlight is always on, the voltage of LCDs with DCR technology is flexible based on the contrast ratio.

In addition, the ViewSonic CASA series LCDs can provide fast response time with ClearMotiv II technology, which is able to demonstrate the smooth video performance and deliver broadcast-quality, fast-action video for gaming, entertainment and graphic-intensive applications.

The ViewSonic CASA series LCDs with stylish slim-bezel design enhance contrast ratio up to 2000:1. VA1716w is 17’’ widescreen LCD with 5 millisecond response time. For 19’’ convention LCDs, ViewSonic provides VA916(non DVI) and VA926 with 5 millisecond response time. VA2016w (non DVI) and VA2026w are 20’’ widescreen LCDs as well as 5 millisecond response time. Also, the newViewSonic series includes 22’’ widescreen LCDs VA2216w (non DVI) and VA2226w. With these comprehensive product offerings, End-users can choose the most suitable LCDs for their needs and with ViewSonic newest LCD series, the best price and performance LCDs will be the first choice.

(5/12) ZOTAC Announces 8800GT Graphics Cards With HDMI Output

Manila, Philippines -- ZOTAC International (MCO) Ltd. announces the new ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT and GeForce 8800 GT AMP! Edition graphics cards with HDMI audio and video output capabilities. The new ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT and GeForce 8800 GT AMP! Edition with HDMI output features S/PDIF audio input to connect to any sound card.

ZOTAC includes all necessary adapters and cables in the package for easy HDMI connectivity. The ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT and GeForce 8800 GT AMP! Edition include a DVI-to-HDMI adapter and S/PDIF audio input cables. “With our new ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT and GeForce 8800 GT AMP! Edition, we further differentiate ourselves from our competitors,” Carsten Berger, marketing director, said. " Our unique PCB design with HDMI audio and video output features are a ZOTAC exclusive that provides greater value and exclusivity to our graphics cards.”

HDMI audio and video output is a unique ZOTAC feature to its GeForce 8 series of graphics card. No other NVIDIA AIC, or add-in card, partner implements this feature across its entire GeForce 8 series product lineup. Coupled with PureVideo HD technology, the ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT and GeForce 8800 GT AMP! Edition deliver the ultimate multimedia experience. HDMI technology allows users to connect PCs to high-definition television sets with a single cable, delivering high-definition surround sound audio and video with resolutions up to 1080p.

PureVideo HD technology scales video in the highest quality up to resolutions of 2560x1600 – from standard and high-definition file formats -- while preserving the details of the original content. PureVideo HD technology also accelerates high-definition video decode, freeing up CPU cycles while watching high-definition Blu-ray and HD DVD movies or other VC-1 and H.264 encoded file formats.

ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT
ZOTAC raised the performance bar with its GeForce 8800 GT -- delivering an unparalleled gaming experience. The ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT is highly tuned to deliver the best performance from the NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT graphics processor. ZOTAC tweaks the GeForce 8800 GT graphics card by boosting the engine clock speed to 660 MHz – 10 percent higher than NVIDIA’s reference design. The boosted engine clock is joined by fast 1800 MHz GDDR3 memory and 112 stream processors clocked at 1600 MHz to deliver maximal out-of-box performance.

ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT AMP! Edition
The ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT AMP! Edition features greater performance tweaking to extract even greater performance. Starting with an NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT graphics processor clocked at 700 MHz, the ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT AMP! Edition is all about performance
ZOTAC engineers took performance even further by supercharging the shader and memory clock speeds. The ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT AMP! Edition features highly optimized shaders running at 1700 MHz -- up 100 MHz from stock. Memory is also tweaked to 2000 MHz -- a 10 percent boost -- for the ultimate out-of-box gaming experience.

General details
• ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT and 8800 GT AMP! Edition now with HDMI audio and video output
• DVI-to-HDMI adapter and S/PDIF cable included• HDMI 480p/720p/1080i/1080p resolutions
• PCI Express 2.0 interface• Backwards compatible with PCI Express x16
• DirectX 10 with Shader Model 4.0 compatible
• 112 stream processors • Single-slot active cooling solution
• 512MB GDDR3 memory
• 256-bit memory interface
• PureVideo HD technology with hardware decoding of high-definition video formats
• Dual dual-link DVI – up to 2560x1600
• HDTV output – 480p/720p/1080i
• S-Video output

GeForce 8800GT - 512MB GDDR3, AMP! Edition

Graphics Technology

- Nvidia Geforce 8800GT at 700 MHz engine clock and 1700 MHz shader clock
- 400 MHz RamDAC Technology Max. Resolution at 2560 x 1600
- True 128-bit floating point high dynamic-range (HDR) lighting with 16x full
- screen anti-aliasing

Memory
- Onboard 512MB GDDR3
- 2 GHz memory clock- 256-bit memory bus width

Bus Support
- PCI Express x 16 2.0 or below

3D Acceleration
- Unified Shader Model 4.0
- Microsoft DX10 supportExternal

Connectors
- Dual DVI-I Connector

- TV-Out (S-video) Connector
Others

- HDTV Ready

- Vista Ready
- SLI Ready- HDCP Ready
- DVI Audio
- Dual Link Dual DVI
- RoHS Compliant

(5/12) Transcend Introduces Compact T.sonicT 650 MP3 Player

Manila, Philippines -- Transcend introduces its new T.sonicT 650 MP3 player. Combining a lightweight streamlined design and high storage capacity (up to 4GB) at an affordable price, the T.sonicT 650 is truly an incredible value.

Transcend's T.sonicT 650 is designed to be ultra portable and easy to use. It slips effortlessly into your pocket or bag, with its measurements of only 75 mm x 31 mm x 13 mm. Weighing in at a mere 30g (with Li-ion battery), the T.sonicT 650 is light enough that you may forget it's in your pocket, and you can even wear it around your neck. Thanks to the ingenuity of Transcend's designers, you won't find a single screw on the outer shell of T.sonicT 650 to negatively impact the player's aesthetics.

The high-gloss front face is attractive and blends well with any fashion. T.sonicT 650 has a brilliant dual-color OLED display that can easily be viewed at any angle, even in broad daylight. The easy-to-read display is also great for singing along with the T.sonicT 650's karaoke-style Lyrics Sync function. To increase ease-of-use and intuitive interface navigation, a convenient 4-way button is built into the face of the T.sonic - making access to your MP3s easier than ever.

A versatile MP3 player, the T.sonicT 650 also has a built-in FM radio that can be quickly recorded whenever you hear something you like. Other functions like A-B repeat and variable playback speeds are excellent tools for students and professionals alike, allowing easy review of important class lectures, meetings or foreign language lessons. The one-touch recording function with Voice Activity Detection lets you make high quality gapless voice recordings and personal memos. Above all, the T.sonicT 650 is a great music player with support for MP3, WMA, WAV, and even WMA-DRM10 subscription music. With 4GB of storage space, you can easily store up to 1000 of your favorite songs for endless hours of music entertainment. Also provided are seven different equalizer modes to choose from -- Normal, POP, Rock, Classical, Jazz, Bass and a special USER EQ, which lets you make personal adjustments to create your own music style.

The ultra compact feature-rich T.sonicT 650 is available in two capacities, each with an eye-catching color: 2GB (Ivory) and 4GB (Charcoal).

(5/12) UK Businesses Fight Laptop Theft With Unique Tracking

UK businesses fight laptop theft with unique tracking and remote deletion software

Absolute Software and police help ITN and BRC recover laptops and charge alleged thieves

ITN (Independent Television News), a news and multimedia content company, has seen the benefits of Absolute Software's ComputraceOne laptop monitoring and tracking service following two recent thefts. In two unrelated crimes, one laptop was stolen from a staff member's car and another was stolen from an employee's home. The police were able to identify and charge two alleged thieves.

Another demonstration of how well this type of software works can be seen with recent recoveries of stolen laptops for BRC Reinforcement Solutions (BRC), the UK's largest supplier of steel products for use in construction. BRC's company directors had activated ComputraceOne on their laptops, as had reps on the road needing access to CAD drawings.
Following the theft of a laptop, the stolen machine was tracked after the stolen laptop was switched on and connected to the internet, so allowing for it contact Absolute's monitoring centre to indicate its location. The Absolute recovery team was able to work with the police, resulting in charges being brought.

"I am always sceptical of new technology until it is proven," said Adrian Marks, IT Systems Administrator at BRC Reinforcement "I was really impressed by the recovery process. Absolute informed me when the laptop started 'calling in', and then I had a call from the police telling me the laptop had been recovered. All we had to do was let Absolute know when one of our laptops went missing."

William Pound, senior director of international operations, Absolute Software explains: "Organisations across Europe face slowed productivity, media scrutiny, as amply demonstrated by the HMRC discs loss, as well as increased costs when stolen computers and the information on them falls into the wrong hands.

"ComputraceOne combines the ability to track computers, recover those that go missing and remotely delete sensitive information. It also provides secure IT asset management for computers that are disconnected from company networks. As these customers can attest, ComputraceOne provides an easy-to deploy, cost-effective solution for combating issues surrounding lost or stolen computers."

(5/12) Fujitsu Asia Launches ScanSnap S300 Colour A4 Scanner for ASEAN

Fujitsu Asia Launches ScanSnap S300 Colour A4 Scanner for ASEAN

Regional IT and communications solutions provider Fujitsu Asia launched the ScanSnap S300 colour A4 scanner for the ASEAN markets.

Billed as the world’s smallest A4 duplex Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) scanner, the ScanSnap S300 digitises A4-, B5-, A5-, B6- and A6-sized documents, business cards as well as documents of various custom sizes.

With four modes of operation (Normal, Better, Best and Excellent), the ScanSnap S300 offers users precise control over the quality and size of output image files.

In Normal mode, A4-sized documents in portrait orientation can undergo simplex (one-sided) or duplex (two-sided) scanning at maximum speeds of 8 pages per minute (ppm) or 16 images per minute (ipm) respectively. Colour and monochrome documents scanned under this mode will yield files with output resolutions of 150 dots per inch (dpi).

In Excellent mode, one- and two-sided A4-sized portrait documents are digitised at 0.5ppm and 1ipm respectively, producing 600dpi colour or 1,200dpi monochrome output files.

The ScanSnap S300 holds up to 10 sheets of A4-sized paper in its ADF at any one time. The auto size detection feature allows documents of varying sizes to be scanned in a single batch. Other built-in functions automatically align skewed text, orientate scanned pages and remove blank images.

Bundled programs include:

CardMinder 3.2, for organising scanned business cards and importing scanned images.

ScanSnap Organizer V3.2, for managing output Portable Document Format (PDF) or Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) files.

The product also incorporates optical character recognition (OCR) technology, thus allowing users to examine the contents of individual PDF files via keyword searches.

Compatible with Windows Vista, Windows XP and Windows 2000 operating systems, the ScanSnap S300 draws power from a Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 connection or an alternating current (AC) supply.

Measuring 284 x 95 x 77mm and weighing 1.4kg, the ScanSnap S300 is approximately half the size and weight of other ScanSnap models previously released by Fujitsu Asia. The compact footprint makes the product is ideal for scanning documents within the confines of a cramped environment. Possible areas of deployment include verticals such as banking, education, finance, healthcare and manufacturing, as well as SOHO (small office, home office) applications.

The new Fujitsu ScanSnap S300 colour A4 scanner is priced at S$399 and is available for the ASEAN (including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam) markets with immediate effect. Refer to the Appendix, visit http://sg.fujitsu.com/scanner or contact Fujitsu Asia at 6512-7555 for more details.

(5/12) Unisantis and Institute of Microelectronics to Develop Transistor

Unisantis and Institute of Microelectronics to Jointly Develop Breakthrough Three-Dimensional Transistor in Singapore

World-class Japanese technologist Fujio Masuoka to spearhead team for developing Surrounding Gate Transistor


A breakthrough transistor – the fundamental building block of integrated circuit (IC) chips used in electronic devices – that promises a significant increase in computing power will be engineered in Singapore.

Leading technology research and development company Unisantis Electronics (Japan) Ltd and the Institute of Microelectronics (IME) today announced a collaborative research agreement to develop the world’s first three-dimensional transistor locally.

A team of researchers will be assembled in Singapore to develop the device, known as the Surrounding Gate Transistor (SGT). The agreement represents a world coup for Singapore that puts the country firmly on the global stage for cutting-edge semiconductor research.

The team will be headed by Unisantis’ chief technology officer Fujio Masuoka. A world-renowned scientist, Prof Masuoka invented the flash memory storage format that allows handheld gadgets like digital cameras and MP3 players to retain stored information even after they are switched off. He has also been involved in the research and development into numerous types of computing memory devices, including programmable read-only memory and random access memory.

According to Prof Masuoka, the SGT comprises a vertical silicon pillar surrounded by memory cells, electrical contacts and other components. Such a design methodology greatly reduces the distance that electrons – which transmit information-bearing electrical signals – must travel within the SGT.

Next-generation IC chips fabricated with the SGT could be up to 10 times faster than existing chips built using conventional, two dimensional transistors with horizontally-arranged components. In addition, SGT-based chips could generate less heat and cost less to produce compared to existing ones.

“The SGT also allows further improvements in silicon-based semiconductors, in terms of transistor size and processing speed, for at least 30 more years before the theoretical limits are reached. Such improvements are necessary for new-generation IC chips to meet the computing power demanded by IT products and computing networks of ever-increasing functionality and complexity,” said Prof Masuoka, who has been awarded the prestigious 2007 Medal with Purple Ribbon by Emperor Akihito of Japan and the 2005 Innovation Award by The Economist.

With the Unisantis-IME collaboration, Prof Masuoka – who has been working on the SGT for 20 years – will bring his considerable expertise in semiconductor electronics and related fields to Singapore.

(5/12) Nokia World 2007

Nokia World 2007: Nokia outlines its vision of Internet evolution and commitment to environmental sustainability

At the annual Nokia World conference, Nokia outlined its vision for the mobile industry, predicting rapid change driven by the convergence of mobility and the internet, and the need for the industry to make an increasing contribution to environmental sustainability. In his keynote address, Nokia president and CEO Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo highlighted Nokia's commitment to driving both trends.

Speaking to an audience of some 2,700 delegates who had gathered in Amsterdam to experience Nokia's vision of the mobility industry's future, Kallasvuo said: "We are at the dawn of a new era in mobile communications driven by the rapid convergence of the internet and mobility, and Nokia is setting the pace of change. But with market leadership in an industry of this scale also comes
responsibility," he said. "We are committed to taking a leading role in increasing environmental awareness and performance right across the industry, creating further products and services that help people make more sustainable choices. It is both the responsible thing to do and it makes good business sense."

Nokia unveils "Comes With Music"

During the event the company announced Nokia Comes With Music, a revolutionary program that enables people to buy a Nokia device with a year of unlimited access to millions of tracks from a range of great artists - past, present and future. Once the year is complete, customers can keep all their music without having to worry about it disappearing when their subscription is over. "We set out to create the music experience that people are telling us they are looking for - all the music they want in the form of unlimited downloads to their mobile device and PC," said Anssi Vanjoki, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Multimedia, Nokia. "Even if you listened to music 24 hours a day, seven days a week, you would still only scratch the surface of the music that we're making available. Comes with Music fulfils our dream to give consumers all the music they want, wherever they want it, while rewarding the artists who create it."

The program will launch with Universal Music Group International, and Nokia is in discussion with the remaining major international labels.

Universal Music Group International Chairman/CEO Lucian Grainge was at Nokia World to launch the program with Nokia. "It's fantastic to work with Nokia on Comes With Music," said Grainge. "We feel it's an innovative way for people to discover and enjoy new artists, while at the same time having access to the amazing depth of the Universal catalog. Comes With Music allows our artists to reach new audiences in a very easy and affordable way."

Ovi - your personal dashboard to life

Nokia also gave further details of the upcoming Ovi Internet services environment. Ovi, meaning 'door' in Finnish, enables consumers to easily access their existing social network and content, acting as a dashboard to a person's life.

"Ovi combines the mobile, PC and web environments into an easy to use experience with common user interface elements that provide consistency and simplicity," said Vanjoki. "We started the Ovi services rollout with the individual services in navigation, music and games, and the next step is to provide an integrated experience. The complete Ovi environment and new services will be rolled out continuously throughout 2008."

Towards greater environmental sustainability

Nokia also outlined its long heritage in addressing environmental issues and commitment to driving new initiatives in the mobile industry in areas such as energy efficiency, materials used in products, take back, recycling, and packaging. This was against the background of the launch of the Nokia 3110 Evolve, a mobile device with bio-covers made from more than 50% renewable material. The device is presented in a small package made of 60% recycled content and it comes with Nokia's most energy efficient
charger yet, using 94% less energy than the Energy Star requirements*.

The Nokia 3110 Evolve is the latest in a series of environmental initiatives from the company. For example, Nokia was the first manufacturer to put alerts into its devices to encourage people to unplug their chargers. The power that could be saved globally by all Nokia phone users unplugging their chargers when no longer needed is equivalent to enough energy to power 100,000 average-size
European homes. In February 2006, Nokia also introduced new compact packaging that reduced materials used by 54%, a move which by the end of this year will have resulted in 5,000 fewer trucks needed to distribute products, reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions, and savings of EUR 100 million.

* Energy Star requirements: strict energy-efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the US Department of Energy.

(5/12) Nokia Serves Up Stereo Headsets With a Side Order of Tunes

WH-700

WH-600

Nokia serves up stereo headsets with a side order of tunes

The Nokia World event rocked with the unveiling of new accessories to jazz up your music selections. These two new stereo headsets command superb stereo sound without compromising on comfort and style - meet the Nokia Stereo Headset WH-700 and Nokia Stereo Headset WH-600.

Designed for your life on the move, these headsets give you the enjoyment of premium audio quality in the choice of two ergonomically different forms. The seamless changeover between calls and music means using these headsets is a hassle-free pleasure. Your music will stop when a call comes through, and pick up right where you left off when you're done talking.

Subtley stylish, the Nokia Stereo Headset WH-700 fits comfortably in the ear with the option of three different ear cups, reverberating your favorite tunes with exquisite audio. This headset complements a lifestyle on the move, with its lightweight design and easy call management and volume control. Widely compatible thanks to the inclusive adapter for standard 3.5 mm connectors, the Nokia Stereo Headset WH-700 is the new best friend of any music lover.

The Nokia Stereo Headset WH-600 is a comfortable headband style alternative for music fans on the go. Drown out all the excess noise with this on-the-ear headset, and talk when you want with easy call management and volume control. Just like its friend, the Nokia Stereo Headset WH-600 has a wide range of compatibility with its adapter for standard 3.5mm connectors. Glam up your tunes with these headsets at a store near you - they are expected to be available globally in January 2008. The Nokia Stereo Headset WH-600 will cost an estimated 65 EUR without taxes, and the Nokia Stereo Headset WH-700 will cost an estimated 50 EUR without taxes.

(5/12) MTRON Internal Solid State for GamerZ

MTRON Consumer and PRO solid state disk drives

MODEL: MOBI 3000 & MSD 6000
FOR: Consumer / Individual
APPLICATIONS:
Consumer Desktop Workstation Notebook Gamer Enthusiast
PERFORMANCE (single drive):
150MB/s burst 100MB/s read 80MB/s write <.1ms access time 150MB/s burst 120MB/s read 90MB/s write <.1ms access time

MODEL: MSP 7000
FOR: Industrial / Professional / Server
APPLICATIONS:
Industrial Server (Video on Demand, web, e-mail, dbase etc) Multi-user military government
PERFORMANCE (single drive):
2X MTRONs: 244MB/s read4X MTRONs: 481MB/s read6X MTRONs: 747MB/s read8X MTRONs: 860MB/s readRead BURST: >1100MB/s on Areca CardRAID controller compatibility: HIGH










2X MTRONs: 244MB/s read

4X MTRONs: 481MB/s read

6X MTRONs: 747MB/s read

8X MTRONs: 860MB/s read

Read BURST: >1100MB/s on Areca Card

RAID controller compatibility: HIGH

(5/12) Patriot Extreme Performance PC3-15000 2GB Kit (DDR3-1866)

Introduction

In the history of the Random Access Memory (RAM), the new DDR3 standard has been seeing the fastest ever industry ramping for speed and performance. Less than a year from the initial launch of consumer DDR3 models, module speeds have gone from the initial standard DDR3-1066 and high-speed DDR3-1333 offerings to insane enthusiast class memory beyond DDR3-1800. And to think that less than six months ago, we were all excited about the prospect of overclocking DDR3 memory to 1500MHz.

The landscape we're seeing today is a stark difference from what it was like 2-3 years ago and this phenomenon is closely tied to the changing tides in the microprocessor industry. Intel has always been the catalyst for change, but DDR2 didn't fully take off till AMD finally got onboard. Then, Intel got shaken back into action as the driving force behind technology innovation. Still, what has all this got to do with DDR3 memory?

When Intel introduced the Core 2 processor and platform, they raised the FSB bar to 1066MHz throughout. Intel then jumped successively from 1066MHz to 1333MHz FSB and in as little as six months from the first 1333MHz FSB processor (Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850) sighting, Intel is all set to reveal another change to the PC landscape with the next FSB speed bump at 1600MHz. This is just the official side of the story. Unofficially, ever since the Core 2 platform came out with the P965 chipset, enthusiasts have (almost effortlessly) been able to hit 1800MHz and beyond. As you can see, there is a need for faster memory to keep up with the bandwidth requirements of new systems and while DDR3 was initially introduced to address this (among other things), the official standards have not been able to keep up with the speeds Intel is driving at.
In comes the enthusiast memory we talked about before. Forget the fact that early DDR3 reports have shown little improvement to DDR2 (clock for clock) and costs two to three times more, we're not talking about the casual consumer here. We're talking about serious overclocking needs where DDR3 presents a solution for memory speeds to keep up with scaling platform frequencies.

The Patriot PC3-15000 DDR3-1866 (PDC32G1866LLK) module is one such memory. Clocked at 1866MHz, the Patriot DDR3-1866 are some of the highest speed DDR3 modules available ? for now. But, with the pace manufacturers are pushing DDR3 boundaries, 2000MHz rated chips are in the pipelines as well.

As with most enthusiast memory clocked outside JEDEC specifications, you're basically looking at overclocked memory, handpicked to operate at their rated retail speeds. This, as we found out, can be a little off the mark, but more on that later.

Among louder brands like Corsair or OCZ, the Patriot DDR3-1866 memory modules are notably 'plain'. Being part of their Extreme Performance (EP) memory lineup, the DDR3-1866 stick looks the same as a DDR2-800 memory. Still, on closer inspection, Patriot EP memory features a heat spreader design that is ribbed - for better heat dissipation.

Checking with CPU-Z, it would seem that the Patriot DDR3-1866 modules are running on DDR3-1066 chips and SPD timings are programmed up to this timing. This means that if you plug them into your PC and selected Auto timings in your BIOS, the Patriot DDR3-1866 memory will most probably run at stock 1066MHz. Remember, these are overclockers' memory and thus, will require a lot of overclocking to meet its rated speeds. We should also point out that these modules do not carry the new Intel XMP memory profiles so they do not offer any enhanced benefits with Intel's X38 chipset other than its already overclocked speeds

(4/12) OCZ Technology Announces "Freeze" Extreme Thermal Compound

OCZ Technology Announces “Freeze” Extreme Thermal Compound Based on a Proprietary Formula


OCZ Technology Group, Inc., released a unique thermal compound, Freeze, to their line of premium cooling products. Using the latest innovations in thermal management compounds, OCZ Freeze has higher heat conductivity potential than leading silver-based thermal pastes on the market today, offering an ultra-reliable solution for all computing environments.

Based on a proprietary formulation of thermally conductive ingredients, OCZ Freeze can lower CPU core temperature as much as ten percent when compared to conventional silver-based compounds that are a popular choice amongst enthusiasts. OCZ Freeze compound helps maximize overclocking results by reducing the thermal barrier between the CPU and cooler, giving you a performance edge during the toughest computing situations.

largely by the removal of the heat from the source,” commented Dr. Michael Schuette, VP of Technology Development at OCZ Technology. “Transfer rates are highly dependent on the thermal conductance of any interface material along with its spreadability—the higher the spreadability, the thinner the interface layer will be, resulting in better heat transfer between the IC and the cooler. The new Freeze Extreme Conductivity Thermal Compound, based on a novel formula of environmentally-safe, non-silver based components, combines low viscosity with high thermal conductivity for superior performance compared to even our own leading products.”

(4/12) Thin Is In With The Dell XPS M1530 Notebook Computer

THIN IS IN WITH THE DELL XPS M1530 NOTEBOOK COMPUTER

First Class Notebook Features Same Head-Turning Design and Cool Features as XPS M1330

Dell announced the XPS M1530, a sleek and stylish 15.4-inch notebook featuring the same award-winning design and features introduced by the highly acclaimed XPS M1330 earlier this year. With starting price of $2,399 (include tax & delivery), the XPS M1530 is loaded with premium features, like built in webcam and fingerprint reader, and design accents like touch-sensitive multi-media buttons, brushed aluminum accents and a choice of sophisticated colors.

“The enthusiastic reception of the XPS M1330 demonstrates that Dell’s focus on design and performance resonates with customers seeking a premium notebook experience,” said Walt Mayo, Dell’s Vice President and General Manager, Consumer Sales & Marketing - Asia Pacific & Japan. “We’re building on that success by broadening the product line, and the XPS M1530 will bring the XPS experience to the most popular 15.4-inch widescreen market segment.”

With a starting weight of 2.62kg and featuring a trim 1-inch or 23.7mm profile, the elegant XPS M1530 delivers a rich mobile experience. Standard features include a high definition widescreen 15.4-inch display, slot-load optical drive, DirectX 10 capable graphics, sophisticated touch sensitive media buttons, and HDMI support. Customers can also personalize their systems with a choice of colors: Tuxedo Black and Alpine White.

Multi-media enthusiasts will appreciate the optional Blu-ray disc drive and included noise isolation earbuds and travel remote that stores away in the ExpressCard card slot. Dell’s MediaDirect and Instant Office technology offers fast one-button access to music, movies, and pictures, as well as calendar items and contacts, without booting the system up.

For those who need to stay connected and in touch no matter where they may be, the XPS M1530 includes standard Wi-Fi wireless networking, and optional Bluetooth wireless.

First-Class Service for XPS Customers

All XPS desktop and notebook computers feature Dell’s first-class service, which guarantees quick access to Dell’s best home-computer technicians and a 15-month subscription to virus and spyware protection.

(4/12) Samsung Announces Breakthrough in Memory Speed

Manila, Philippines -- Samsung announces their breakthrough development in the memory front - with GDDR5 memory chips
topping out at 6Gbps (that's gigabits) transfer rate - which translates into 24GBps (gigabytes) transfer rates for a typical32-chip module.

Other improvements include lower power consumption due to the lower voltage draw of 1.5v, with the corresponding lower operating temperature. General availability through major graphics chips manufacturers is expected in the first half of 2008.

(4/12) ZyXEL Retails Multiple-Award-Winning Products For This Christmas

ZyXEL retails multiple-award-winning products for this Christmas Seasons

ZyXEL consumer range of network products brings festive cheer with promotions at exclusive retail outlets

ZyXEL Communications, broadband access solutions provider, officially announced its entry into Singapore’s IT retail space with it’s multiple-award-winning consumer range of network products. ZyXEL consumer network products are found exclusively at: A Genuine Technology, AlphaTech Computer, Astel Solution, Buy and Save, Computer Ambience, Computer Etc, Media Pro Technology and Skylet Computer.

"ZyXEL has been aggressively pushing out innovative products that deliver highest security, reliability, network performance to the market. Within a year of set up of our regional office in Singapore, our entry into the consumer market with cost-effective, enterprise-grade products is a significant milestone for us,” said Mr Jimmy Goh, ZyXEL’s General Manager.

“ZyXEL has built close relationships with our various retail partners to make this breakthrough possible. We will continue to strive to enhance our brand visibility and strengthen our presence in Singapore; and to offer end-consumers more choices and value when it comes to networking solutions,” he adds.

From 27 November, for Christmas, ZyXEL is offering various promotions with the retail partners, featuring:

1. Multiple-award-winning product, P660HW, is a full-featured high-speed wireless ADSL2+ gateway, offering higher data transfer rates and better bandwidth than traditional ADSL gateways.

2. For secure broadband sharing, ZyXEL P320W is a 4-in-1 broadband sharing router featuring One-Touch Intelligent Security Technology (OTIST) for quick wireless security setup of the highest level of security, at an affordable price.

3. ZyXEL GS105A, a 5-Port Desktop Gigabit Ethernet Switch is ideal for SOHO and home-users for its reliable and high network performance of up to 2000 Mbps speed per port, thanks to the non-blocking switching fabric in full-duplex mode.

4. For gamers, ZyXEL’s star buy promotion, NBG334-SH has high power, high gain antenna and high transmission speed made for heavy media applications: online gaming, video, music streaming and VoIP.

(4/12) Intels Plans To Launch 45nm This Coming January

Manila, Philippines -- Intel plans to launch 45nm "Penryn" processors this coming January, with the launch consisting of dual core "Wolfdale" processors and "Yorkfield" quad core processors. Prices are expected to increase somewhat compared to Intel's previous roadmap, with the lowest priced dual core clocking in at around US$170, and the highestpriced quad core coming in at a reasonable US$270.

Sources say that prices were adjusted higher due to the seeming inability of AMD to field the products to compete in certain pricing brackets

(4/12) Transcend Presents Great Entertainment Options This Holiday

Manila, Philippines -- This year, the season's hottest products are all about technology. According to the latest survey, computers top the wish list in the consumer electronics category. Besides computers, the list includes MP3 players, digital cameras, cellular phones, carrying cases, and additional memory for digital cameras and laptops. In keeping with the spirit of the season, Transcend, a global leader in memory and flash-based products, has put together a savvy gift selection from its full-line of popular consumer electronics: the T.sonicT 650 MP3 Player, the 250GB StoreJetT 2.5 HDD, the classy JetFlashT V90 USD flash drive, the ultra-tiny JetFlashT T3 USB flash drive, and the T.photoT 710 Digital Photo Frame.

T.sonicT 650 MP3 player
Combining a lightweight (30g) pocket-friendly design with high storage capacity (up to 4GB) at an affordable price, the T.sonicT 650 is truly an incredible value. The versatile T.sonicT 650 MP3 player includes a built-in recordable FM radio and an advanced digital voice recorder with Voice Activity Detection technology. Other features include A-B repeat mode and variable playback speeds, making the T.sonicT 650 an excellent record/review tool for students and professionals alike.

StoreJetT 2.5 HDD
The StoreJetT 2.5 is a compact external hard drive that fits comfortably in the palm of your hand and can hold up to 250GB of data. This sleek little device comes in a range of colorful, polished aluminum cases that are lightweight and specifically designed for convenience and ultra-portability. The StoreJetT 2.5 includes a one-touch AutoBackup button and supports hi-speed USB 2.0 for fast, reliable data transfer when connecting to your desktop or notebook computer.

JetFlashT T3 USB Flash Drive
Measuring only 30.2mm x 12.3mm x 2.4mm (L x W x D), the JetFlashT T3 is incredibly compact, and only weighs a mere 2g. Built to withstand tough daily use with its extra-rugged design, the JetFlashT T3 can be used as a mobile phone dongle or a keychain accessory, and can be stored safely in a wallet without risk of bending or compression damage. It is now available in 1GB and 2GB capacities, and is sold individually or in a value priced 5-pack with a slim-line carrying case.

JetFlashT V90 Classic USB Flash Drive
A perfect addition to any set of keys, wallet or purse, the JetFlashT V90 Classic features distinctive faceplate patterns to express your individuality. Its shiny metal casing not only offers good loocks, but also solid protection for your valuable data hiding inside. Incredibly tiny (33.8mm x 13.1mm x 4.5mm) and lightweight (7g), the sleek V90 is designed for business travelers and anyone who needs an easy, fashionable way to carry data while on the move. It is currently available in 2GB and 4GB capacities.

T.photoT 710 Digital Photo Frame
Combining a stylish design with a vivid high-resolution 7-inch TFT flat-panel display. The T.photoT 710 is a terrific way to showcase all of your favorite photos with background music. It is highly configurable, has an industry-leading 1GB of internal memory, and is appropriate for display in your living room, bedroom or office - just about anywhere you would normally put a picture frame or clock.

(4/12) WD Passport Now Available With a Whopping 320 GB of Storage

Popular WD Passport Now Available With a Whopping 320 GB of Storage

WD Passport Portable Storage Makes a Perfect Holiday Gift

Just in time to make a perfect holiday gift, WD announced that its new 320 GB capacity WD Passport Portable Drives are now available at select retailers and this week at WD's online store (http://www.shopwd.com). This sharp increase in storage capacity puts almost a third of a terabyte of digital storage in the palm of your hand.

WD Passport Portable Drives have become popular worldwide for their plug-and-play capability, stylish, ultra-portable design, and sleek piano-black finish. At less than five ounces, this lightweight drive fits neatly in a pocket or backpack and is the perfect gadget to back up today's increasingly large files.

WD Sync software allows consumers to take desktop content with them by simplifying the synchronization of essential personal files and Microsoft Outlook data on a PC. Should owners misplace the drive, they know their data is protected with 128-bit encryption. Google software on the drive allows users to quickly locate files with the Google Desktop Search search tool, manage photos with Picasa photo organizer software and simplify Web searches with the Google Toolbar search bar.

"The need for travel-friendly storage devices continues to be an area that is growing immensely with the advent of rich media content generated by consumers," said Jim Welsh, vice president and general manager of WD's branded products group. "It's not only music that's consuming space on desktops. Higher resolution pictures and HD videos eat up storage very quickly so we're excited to make a portable 320 GB solution available for consumers on the move."

A product specification sheet and photos of WD Passport Portable Drives are available on the company's Web site at

http://www.westerndigital.com/en/products/Products.asp?DriveID=387.

Price and Availability

WD Passport Portable Drives and WD Passport carrying cases are available now at select retail stores and are expected this week at WD's online store (http://www.shopwd.com). MSRP for the WD Passport Portable Drive 320 GB is $229.99 USD.

(2/Dec) DIY Double PC