Scythe Unveils Three New Slip Stream Fans

Slip Stream 120 PWM

Scythe, well known for its high performance CPU coolers and case-fans, has launched its Slip Stream 120 PWM, Slip Stream 120 PWM Adjustable and Slip Stream 120 PWM & V.R. case fans.


Slip Stream 120 PWM & V.R.


Slip Stream 120 PWM Adjustable

Measuring 120 x 120 x 25mmand weighing 117g, 130g & 117g respectively, they boast a PWM 4-pin(3-pin to 4pin adaptor included) connector, sleeve bearings and a MTBFof 30,000 hours. Manual adjustments of fan speeds (for Slip Stream 120 PWM Adjustable & Slip Stream 120PWM & V.R. only) are possible via a controller knob on a PCI slot bracket. They can be purchased now from authorized resellers at aMSRP of 7.25 EUR*/ USD 9.80* (Scythe Slip Stream 120 PWM) and 8.25EUR*/ USD 13.80* (Slip Stream 120 PWM Adjustable & Slip Stream 120PWM & V.R.).


Specifications:

0 (+200) to 1,300 (±10%) RPM/ 0 – 26.50 dBA/ 0 – 74.25 CFM/ DC12V/ 0.18 A(Slip Stream 120 PWM)470 (±30%) to 1,900 (±10%) RPM/ 7.05 – 37.00 dBA/ 23.0 – 110.31 CFM/DC12 V/ 0.60 A (Slip Stream 120 PWM Adjustable)500 (±30%) to 1,500 (±10%) RPM/ 7.50 – 32.01 dBA/ 24.5 – 81.64 CFM/ DC12V/ 0.27 A (Slip Stream 120 PWM & V.R.)

*Prices exclude VAT/TAX


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Panasonic LUMIX GH1 Pricing Announced

Secaucus, NJ (May 6, 2009) – Panasonic today announced the pricing for the highly-anticipated LUMIX DMC-GH1, the new Micro Four Thirds digital camera with Full-High Definition (HD) video recording ability, which will be available in early June for a suggested retail price of $1499.95.The LUMIX DMC-GH1 includes the LUMIX G VARIO 14-140mm/F4.0-5.8 ASPH/MEGA O.I.S. lens as part of the kit. The new lens, designed to support HD movie recording, features a silent motor and continuous auto focusing (AF) capability – a differentiator from traditional DSLRs.

In the U.S., the LUMIX GH1 will be available in black and has advanced photography features, such as the ability to record AVCHD 1080p/24p High Definition video, yet is easy enough for entry-level users to understand and take beautiful photos and videos. With Panasonic’s iA (Intelligent Auto) mode, no setting adjustments needed.

For those looking for more creative control in their digital camera, the LUMIX GH1 can adjust shutter speed during motion recording, giving the videos a special look, particularly suitable for shooting fast-moving subjects. Also, the LUMIX GH1 allows users to control the aperture, which is convenient when there are several subjects at varying distances. By adjusting the aperture, the user can focus on the foreground and blur the background – or vice versa – even during video recording.

The LUMIX GH1 provides cutting-edge video recording features, including the ability to record high-resolution full HD (1920 x1080) video at 24 fps or smooth HD video (1280 x 720) at 60 fps using an AVCHD format (MPEG-4/H.264), which provides the important benefit of doubling the HD quality recording time compared with Motion JPEG. The LUMIX GH1 features a dedicated video record button on the back of the camera which lets users instantly start recording videos, even while shooting still photos – removing the fear of potentially missing a must-see video moment.

For more information about the Panasonic LUMIX G Micro Four Thirds System, including the award-winning LUMIX G1, and to place a pre-order for the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GH1, please visit www.panasonic.com/lumix.

Source: Panasonic USA

Will Athlon 64 price cuts go deeper than expected

Last month, a leaked roadmap hinted that AMD was planning to slash prices pretty dramatically after the release of Intel's Core 2 Duo processor. Reduced prices on the roadmap ranged from $ 169 for the Athlon 64 X2 3800+ to $ 403 for the Athlon 64 X2 5000+. However, a new price list snagged by DailyTech shows even lower prices: $ 149 for the Athlon 64 X2 3800+ and a measly $ 282 for the X2 5000+. Side-by-side with Intel's official Core 2 pricing, the purported AMD list places the Athlon 64 X2 lineup like so:

Intel Core 2 DuoPriceAMD Athlon 64 X2 E6700 (2.67GHz/4MB) $ 530E6600 (2.40GHz/4MB)$ 316 $ 282 5000+(2.6GHz/512KB)E6400 (2.13GHz/2MB)$ 2244600+ (2.4GHz/512KB) E6300 (1.86GHz/2MB)$ 183 $ 1754200+ (2.2GHz/512KB) $ 1493800+ (2.0GHz/512KB)

The price list also shows 65W "Energy Efficient" Athlon 64 X2 flavors sitting $ 28.75 above their regular counterparts on average, slightly lower than today's average of $ 33.2. As for the vanilla single-core Athlon 64 and Sempron lineups, the price list suggests they will both be brought under the $ 100 mark—except for the Athlon 64 3800+, which will apparently stick out at $ 109.
According to DailyTech, AMD will implement this pricing on July 24, three days before the official Core 2 Duo launch. If this information is genuine, it looks like AMD will be resorting to very aggressive pricing to compete with Conroe. The company could largely avoid direct confrontation with Intel's newcomer for a while, as well, since sub-$ 300 Core 2 desktop chips aren't expected to become available until some time in the fourth quarter of this year. That said, DailyTech claims these updated prices will stick "well into 2007," which could give Intel room to undercut AMD once again.

Sony's PS Vita arrives in Taiwan, lacks 3G, costs less

In an unusual turn of events, Taiwan will get Sonys new portable games console – the PlayStation Vita – ahead of the US, something of a rare occasion as Taiwan is rarely seen as a key market for gaming consoles. Although Taiwan is only getting the Wi-Fi version for the time being units are available for purchase now and are expected to ship on Monday.

The standard retail price without any games for the Wi-Fi version of the PS Vita in Taiwan is NT$8980 (US$296/S$383), slightly cheaper than the expected retail price of the Wi-Fi model in Canada which is expected to be the equivalent of US$299. The reason were comparing it to the Canadian model is that the US will get the 3G model initially, just like Japan.

However, buying a games console without games doesnt make a lot of sense, so you can also pick up various bundles that come with a selection of games (one per bundle), a 4GB memory card and an accessory pack for NT$11,350 (US$374/S$485). Oddly enough, the bundle with Dynasty Warriors: Next is an additional NT$300 (US$10/S$13) than the other bundles.

Sun UltraSparc T1 Server CPU

Zotac's Z68 mini-ITX boards listed for sale in Japan

Finally some none AMD motherboard news in the shape of two new mini-ITX boards from Zotac with Intels Z68 chipset. The boards havent even been officially unveiled by the company as yet, which we would expect to happen next week at Computex, but both boards are already listed for sale in Japan.

The first of the two boards is the Z68ITX-WiFi and as with most of Zotacs mini-ITX boards, theres really very little missing. In fact, wed say that this is one of the most feature packed mini-ITX boards so far from Zotac. Although the board only has a single x16 PCI Express slot due to its form factor, Zotac has squeezed in four SATA ports, two SATA 6Gbps and two SATA 3Gbps as well as a horizontal mini PCI Express slot fitted with a Wi-Fi card and apprently an mSATA slot as well. There are also two full-size DIMM slots and what looks like a pair of USB 2.0 pin headers.

The rear I/O doesnt disappoint either with a PS/2 port, four US 2.0 ports, two USB 3.0 ports, a pair of Gigabit Ethernet ports, 7.1-channel audio with optical S/PDIF out and, wait for it, two HDMI ports and a mini DisplayPort connector. However, the next board is even more feature packed.

You mightve remembered seeing pictures of an early revision of the Z68ITX-B-E from CES or CeBIT earlier this year, well, this is the final board and it sports an integrated GeForce GT430. The GPU has been paired up with 1GB of memory, although were not sure which type. Due to the space taken up by fitting a full-size GPU on the board were looking at a pair of SO-DIMM memory slots, but the board should still have two SATA 6Gbps and two SATA 3Gbps ports and theres even an open ended PCI Express x4 slot on the board. Lets not forget the vertical mini PCI Express slot with a Wi-Fi card.

Around the back we have two USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.0 ports, an eSATA port, a Gigabit Ethernet port, 7.1-channel audio with optical S/PDIF out and a pair of DVI ports, an HDMI port and a full-size DisplayPort connector.

The Z68ITX-WiFi is priced at 19,800 Yen (S$301) while the Z68ITX-B-E comes in at a whopping 23,980 Yen (S$364), but wed expect these boards to retail for a lot less outside of Japan, as for whatever reason, electronics arent cheap in Japan. We should be getting a better look at these boards next week, so check back with us for some better pictures and more information from Computex.

Source: Impress Akiba PC Watch, Impress PC Watch

Samsung refreshes Galaxy S II and Galaxy Tab 8.9 with hardware support for 4G LTE

If you have been holding off the purchase of Samsungs Galaxy S II smartphone in the hopes that the Korean electronics giant might just eventually upgrade the device with new features of sorts, considering your prayers answered. Apparently, it seems that this is exactly what Samsung has done, for the company has recently announced in a press release that it intends to showcase a variant of its Galaxy S II smartphone in the Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin consumer electronics trade fair (otherwise known as the IFA) that is due to take place from September 2 to September 7 this year.

According to the machine translation of the aforementioned press release, the LTE-capable variant of the Galaxy S II smartphone, which will reportedly be dubbed the Galaxy S II LTE, has been touted by Samsung to be the worlds first WCDMA/GSM multi-mode smartphone to support the 4G LTE network. While the company has not provided any details about the maximum data transfer speeds users can expect to receive on the new Galaxy S II smartphone, Samsung has confirmed that the LTE-capable version will boast enhanced features and specifications, such as the use of a more powerful dual-core processor that has been clocked at a speed of 1.5GHz, a 4.5-inch Super AMOLED+ display, an eight-megapixel camera, support for short range wireless communication via NFC and Bluetooth 3.0, as well as the use of a 1850mAh battery pack to provide users with “long hours of usage”.

In addition, Samsung has also added that its Galaxy Tab 8.9 tablet will also be given the LTE upgrade some time in March next year. The upgraded tablet is said to feature an 8.9 WXGA screen (1280 x 800), and will sport a 1.5GHz dual-core processor and a three-megapixel camera. On the OS side, the company has confirmed that the Galaxy Tab 8.9 will be pre-loaded with version 3.2 of the Android operating system (aka Honeycomb).

No further details about availability, pricing and hardware specifications for the LTE-capable versions of the Samsung Galaxy S II and the Galaxy Tab 8.9 have been released by Samsung at this point of time. That being said, we will be keeping track of any further notifications, so do check back for updates.

Source: Samsung Korea

Shuttle XPC SB86i BTX

Shuttle Inc, the leading designer and manufacturer of small form factor (SFF)computers and accessories, today introduces the XPC SB86i, the first commercialapplication of the pico-BTX design specification. The latest in a long line ofmarket and industry firsts for Shuttle, the XPC SB86i once again resets the barfor performance, style and value in the highly competitive home, SOHO andbusiness desktop market segments.

“Shuttle’s reputation for design excellence and build quality is unmatched,”said CK Hung, CEO, Shuttle. “With XPC SB86i, Shuttle has once again reset thebar for mainstream integration, build quality and value.”

Built around the Intel® 915G + ICH6-R chipset, the Shuttle XPC SB86i deliversaffordable, performance-based computing to the market segments where it’s neededmost. With Intel® Pentium® 4 processor compatibility, and performance-enhancedIntel® Graphics Media Accelerator 900 (the only integrated solution to supportMicrosoft® DirectX® 9) and x16 PCI Express graphics cards, this fantasticbarebone computer offers unprecedented power and value.

Enclosed in a fresh-look chassis, the “i”, this model uses standardized,recyclable materials to deliver superior structural integrity, as well as “SuperQuiet” operation. Designed to conform to established industry standards, the XPCSB86i provides new levels of scalability through support for standardizedcomponents, such as PSUs, heatsinks and motherboards.

The XPC SB86i is expected to ship by the end of Q4.

Sony Mobile Communications unveils Xperia U and Xperia P

Xperia P – ultra-bright viewing experience

The Xperia P has a full aluminium unibody design and incorporates WhiteMagic technology which boasts to deliver the brightest viewing experience in any situations. it also comes with Smart power efficiency that can automatically adjust the brightness of the screen to the surroundings to conserve battery life. With the new SmartDock, built exclusively for the Xperia P, you can easily connect to multiple screens, turning the smartphone into an entertainment hub for the living room. Users can also navigate their smartphones media content to watch their high definition videos, the latest movies or favourite TV shows on the big screen with a TV remote control. The SmartDock has USB support, which means you can hook up a wireless keyboard and mouse to write your messages or post on Facebook on the TV.

Xperia P Specifications

- 4-inch Reality Display with WhiteMagic technology
- Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine
- 1GHz dual-core processor
- 8-megapixel camera with fast capture and HD recording
- 16GB flash storage
- NFC enabled with HDMI and DLNA connectivity
- Launches on Android platform 2.3 (Gingerbread); will be upgraded to Android platform 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) during Q2 2012.

Xperia U - powerful Sony entertainment in a stylish and compact design

The Xperia U combines powerful Sony entertainment in a stylish and compact design. Music lovers can enjoy crips and loud audio experience with the xLoud and Sony 3D surround sound technologies integrated into the music player. On top of that, you can enjoy improved sound quality with the new stylish Smart Headset designed for Android smartphones. You can also stream music from the Xperia U to wireless speakers with a single touch via Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA). The phones transparent element illuminates to match the colour of photos viewed in the gallery or the album art of music tracks currently playing. You can also personalize your Xperia U with exchangeable caps and themes to your liking.

Xperia U Specifications

- 3.5-inch Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine
- 1GHz dual-core processor
- 5-megapixel camera with fast capture and HD recording
- xLoud and 3D surround sound audio technology
- Launches on Android platform 2.3 (Gingerbread); will be upgraded to Android platform 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) during Q2 2012

*image courtesy of chinese.vr-zone.com

Sony reportedly quot;earnest quot; in preparing a PlayStation tablet PC...with Android, of course

The PlayStation might be Sonys bundle of joy when it comes to video game consoles, but it seems that the Japanese electronics giant is starting to see that there are many ways in which the PlayStation brand might be able to prove beneficial for its line of consumer electronic devices. After all, the recent scenario of Sony managing to generate a large deal of hype over the supposed PlayStation Phone without having to do anything should be a testament as to how powerful the PlayStation brand really is.

However, it would seem that the Japanese electronics giant is not about to stand still, especially when it has the infamous distinction of being one of the few big-name OEMs that has yet to hop onto the current tablet PC bandwagon. The good news though, is that reports from various sources seem to indicate that Sony intends to remedy that situation with a new multimedia tablet that can reportedly do more than just connect to the Internet and watch movies. And yes, that same tablet will sport the PlayStation branding that gamers have come to know and love.

Very few details about the upcoming PlayStation-branded tablet have been revealed, but what we do know is that the tablet is currently known by its codename of S1 from within Sony, and that the company in intending to outsource the devices production to Quanta Computer.

In addition, the information that we have managed to gather seems to indicate that the device will sport the Android Honeycomb operating system which Google claims has been specially optimized for larger-than-smartphone displays, while the hardware consists of NVIDIAs Tegra 2 system-on-a-chip, a 9.4-inch display and dual cameras. And of course, the PlayStation branding means that the tablet will be fully capable of playing games released for the new PlayStation Suite platform.

Last but definitely not least, it seems that Sony does not intend to compete on price with the tablet: it will reportedly be released for retail in September this year for US$600.

Source: Digitimes

Tyan Tomcat i7221 (S5150)

With the widespread use of rackmount systems for single processorconfigurations, an inherent need has surfaced for platforms which can providecustomers with the flexibility to configure their system for many differentkinds of applications. For that purpose, Tyan is introducing the Tomcat i7221(S5150), a fully-adaptable single processor server platform for the rackmountspace.

In order to deliver powerful single processor server performance, the Tomcati7221 uses the Intel(r) E7221 "Copper River" chipset, and supports Intel's nextgeneration Pentium 4 "Prescott" processor for LGA775 configurations. Alsointegrated into the Tomcat i7221 platform are PCI Express(tm), PCI-X and PCIexpansion slots, 4-port Serial ATA with RAID options, dual Broadcom(r)-basedGigabit Ethernet LAN ports, and an SO-DIMM expansion port designed to supportTyan's low-profile TARO(tm) storage add-on card products for additional SATA orSCSI functionality. Add the capability to support up to 4GB of UnbufferedDDR333/400 memory and integrated server-quality video, and the Tomcat i7221becomes a compelling choice for any entry to mid-range single processor serverapplication.

"The wide range of usage for single processor server platforms has increased theexpectations for those platforms in numerous IT solution designs," said DonClegg, VP of Marketing and Strategic Programs at Tyan. "With the introduction ofthe Tyan Tomcat i7221, customers will be able to take advantage of enhancedfeatures and benefits for their server applications and integrated builds."

The Tomcat i7221 (S5150) is currently sampling to select customers, and willreach mass availability in late Q3 of this year.

Sparkle Calibre P850LV Card w Temperature Display

SPARKLE Computer Co., Ltd., the professional VGA card manufacturer andsupplier, today announces Calibre P850LV graphic card with elaborate designeddaughter card to entry level market. Calibre P850LV graphic card bringscutting-edge DirectX 10 gaming and HD video playback experience to entry levelusers with lower prices.

Based on NVIDIA’s next generation G86 architecture, the Calibre P850LV graphiccard adopts innovative unified architecture, dynamically allocates processingpower to geometry, vertex, physics, or pixel shading operations, delivering upto 2x the gaming performance of prior generation GPUs. Built upon technologiessuch as NVIDIA Lumenex Engine, providing support for DirectX 10 Shader Model4.0, NVIDIA Quantum Effects technology for physics computation and GigaThreadTechnology for extreme processing efficiency in advanced, next generation shaderprograms.

The Calibre P850LV graphic card is powered by NVIDIA's Unified ArchitectureGeForce 8500 GT GPUs which are first batch of GPUs to Support Microsoft DirectX10 Games and Applications. Helped with 650MHz core speed, 1300MHz shader clockand 128bit 128MB 1600MHz GDDR3 video memory, The Calibre P850LV graphic cardfully supports for both Microsoft DirectX 10 and DirectX 9 for unparalleledlevels of graphics realism and performance. Using NVIDIA latest PureVideo HD VP2technology, the Calibre P850LV graphic card provides unsurpassed Blu-ray and HDDVD movie picture quality and free CPU from burdensome H.264 and VC-1 decodingtasks. The Calibre P850LV graphic card is also essential for hardwareaccelerating the best Microsoft Windows Vista's 3D Glass experience for entrylevel users.

In order to bring additional value for end users, the Calibre P850LV graphiccard is equipped with a specially designed daughter card, which can showreal-time GPU temperature or real-time PCB temperature on Graphics Display Port(GDP) with 3bit digital tube display. User can manually switch between real-timeGPU temperature shown and real-time GPU temperature shown. User can alsomanually set the temperature unit (/). Powered by this tiny and helpful tool,user can easily master the working temperature of his Calibre P850LV graphiccard. The attached sub card reflects SPARKLE's customer-oriented concept. Besidethis innovative daughter card, the Calibre P850LV graphic card uses SPARKLE VGARectifier Technology (VRT) Technology, which set a iron bar on top side of thegraphic card to enhances PCB and VGA card Shape.

“The Calibre P850LV is an outstanding DirectX 10 graphic card, which bring bothDirectX 10 and DirectX 9 realistic gaming experience to entry level market withlower prices." Said Kevin Wang, sales director of SPARKLE Computer Co., Ltd."Entry level DirectX 10 graphic card users pay much attentions to the HD videohardware acceleration capability. At this point, the Calibre P850LV graphiccard, which is powered by second generation PureVideo HD VP2 technology, is thebest choice for entry level users to watch HD DVD and Blue-ray movies on theircomputers with minimum CPU usage."

TwinMOS Twister X - 2 x 512MB PC2-6800

It's been a while since we've taken a look at Twinmos Memory modules. Thistime, we take a look at their DDR2 Twister X series:

Twinmos Twister X 2x512MB PC2-6800

From the label on the kit, the RAMs are rated PC2-6800 and I was curious aboutthe rated clock speed as most of the manufacturers rate their memory as PC2-6400(DDR2 800mhz) for easy reference and identification. 6800 means it is ratedto run at 425MHz, DDR2 850MHz, though at what timings and voltage - this isnot stated. No worries we will see what settings work well with this pair lateron.

Black heatspreaders, though a retail set may come in heatspreaders of a different color.

Instead of showing you what RAM chipsets lie below the heatspreaders now, I'lllet you guess as we go through the results - see if you make a correct guessat the end of it.

Sony Singapore unveils latest VAIO E series laptops that boast performance and stylish patterned tex

Sony has unveiled their new VAIO E series notebookswith a series of 14- and 15.5-inch displays, featuringexquisite truss pattern texture on the top panel and palm rest.Comes infour colours - black, dark blue, white, and pink - the E series claim to offeroptimal performance with either an Intel Core i5or AMD dual-core processor configuration. The three-dimensional texture on the body makes it comfortable to be carried around as well as used at home. The E series truss pattern texture covers the exterior as well as the palm rest, so thatusers can always enjoy the feeling of this unique design. Fingerprints and smudges are also less noticeable because of the texture.

Optimal performance for your daily tasks

VAIO E Series is equipped with one of the latest processors – the second generation Intel Core processor with improved adaptive performance. You canswitch from one application to another without any hesitation or interruption, and four-way multi-task processing lets you get more done faster. For the 15.5-inch model, an AMD dual-core processor is also available formore responsive andrealistic games, and allow notebooks to run longer between battery charges.

In terms of graphics choices, you can opt forthe NVIDIA GeForce 410M GPU, AMD Radeon HD 6310 graphics or Intel HD Graphics 3000. You can select the most suitable processor and graphics from these choices by your style of usage.

Convenience one-click button and VAIO original software

VAIO E series is preinstalled with various applications and utilities, and most of them launch at one touch of a button. The ‘WEB’ button allows for Quick Web Access whilethe ‘VAIO’ button launches Media Gallery that lets you enjoy and organise your photos, videos and music easily. There is also a dedicated ‘ASSIST’ button which gives one-touch access to VAIO Care, simplifying basic maintenance and troubleshooting tasks to keep your VAIO in good condition. In addition to these instant access buttons, VAIO E Series is also pre-installed with PMB VAIO Edition software to let you easily organise, create and share your photos and videos.

The new VAIO E series is available in stores from the end of June 2011, pricing not released at press time. (Best tocheck with the Sony Style stores and authorized retailers).

PROLINK GSM 3G Camera review because your privacy is just that important

Nowadays, the idea of having a personal surveillance camera is no longer a luxury reserved for only the rich. With most people starting to be more conscious about the concept of privacy, it is only natural that some might feel the need to ensure that they know what happens in their rooms or homes, regardless of where they are.

And that is not all: the usefulness of a surveillance camera can also be extended to working parents who may want to have a convenient means of monitoring a young child left alone at home. After all, nothing beats being able to keep track of ones children in order to ensure that they do not get themselves into any trouble in the absense of a grown-up.

That being said, good surveillance cameras are anything but cheap. And on top of that, most traditional surveillance cameras require a constant video feed to external display devices, which makes them unsuitable for use by most consumers. However, chances are the average consumer who wants to invest in a cheap alternative is not likely to mind the tradeoffs in various aspects such as image quality. With that in mind, we take a look at PROLINKs PHC-105, an affordableGSM 3G surveillance camera which allows users to control their cameras from the comfort of their 3G-capable mobile phones.

Technical specifications

GSM frequencyUTMS 850 (900) / 1900 / 2100
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900Image formatJPEGImage resolution160 x 128, 320 x 240, 640 x 480Built-in storage capacity4GB (internal TF card)Shooting/Viewing angle68 degrees (horizontal + vertical)Motion-detection distanceup to 9 metres (daytime), up to 6 metres (night)Passive Infrared sensor distanceup to 6 metresBattery capacity800mAh lithium-ion battery capable of up to 40 hours (standby and disarmed), up to 8 hours (when armed with continous trigerring)

MSI releases R6950 Twin Frozr III Power Edition

MSI has launched the R6950 Twin Frozr III Power Edition graphics card, featuring AMDs Radeon HD 6950 GPU. The new R6950 features MSIs latest Twin Frozr III dual fan thermal solution, 6+2 phase power delivery and triple over-voltage support for extreme overclocking.

20% More Airflow with Exclusive Propeller Blade Technology

The MSI-exclusive Propeller Blade technology found on the latest Twin Frozr III thermal solution features air channels on the edge of the blades to improve total airflow by up to 20%. The dual 80mm PWM-controlled fans, heat pipes, large nickel-plated copper base and high fin density all serve to rapidly dissipate heat from the GPU. Under full load, the R6950 Twin Frozr III Power Editions GPU runs 11?C cooler than the reference AMD card, and noise level is lowered by 13.9 dB. The large improvements shown underlines the cooling efficiency of the Twin Frozr III.

To cater to the needs of various user groups, MSI developed the exclusive P/S Switch function for controlling the speed of the fans. The Performance Mode provides optimal cooling performance, where low GPU temperature is a priority. On the other hand, the Silent Mode can be used while watching movies or even during gaming when fan noise is required to be as low as possible.

21% more performance than reference Board with Triple Overvoltage and 6+2 phase VRM

Triple Overvoltage is implemented to greatly improve overclockability by allowing users to utilize the popular MSI Afterburner overclocking utility to adjust the VGPU, VMEM and VDDCI. To achieve maximum performance, the 6+2 phase voltage regulation module (VRM) delivers 37% more power than the reference design, providing more stability at high loads. When overclocked, the R6950 Twin Frozr III Power Edition offers up to 21% more performance than the reference card.

Handpicked components for the best quality and stability

MSIs Military Class graphic cards became a favorite among enthusiasts for its military-grade components. To get closer to perfecting board design, MSI has now introduced the next-generation Military Class II components, including tantalum core Hi-C capacitors that last eight times longer, Super Ferrite Chokes (SFC) that deliver 30% more power, and solid capacitors which have a lifespan of up to 10 years.

Reference: MSI Press Release

Nvidia Releases Low Profile Dual GPU Card For SFF

The ability to drive big displays now comes in a small package with the release of the NVIDIA® Quadro® NVS 420, the industry’s only low profile professional graphics solution designed for maximum display real estate with a small form factor (SFF) computer. Featuring NVIDIA nView® display software and support for four 30-inch displays at 2560x1600 high resolutions, business professionals can maximize productivity through increased desktop real estate and easy to use display management tools.

Built to meet the needs of today’s most demanding business professional, the Quadro NVS 420 professional graphics solution offers stability, ease-of-use and wide compatibility. In addition it has been thoroughly tested to ensure compatibility with the leading business applications.

“The convenience of small form factor computers can now finally be matched with remarkable business graphics and digital display capabilities,” says Jeff Brown, general manager, Professional Solutions, NVIDIA. “The Quadro NVS 420 transforms these small form factor machines into business graphics powerhouses.”

Among the cutting-edge display features incorporated into the Quadro NVS 420 GPU are:

Support for up to four high-resolution 30 inch. (2560x1600 resolution) displaysNVIDIA nView display software, which allows users to spread their work across single, large or multiple displays and maximize productivity through user friendly desktop and application management features
- Display gridlines for maximizing a user’s desktop space by dividing up the displays into multiple regions
- Virtual desktops that allow users to launch applications on up to 32 different desktops
- Extended Windows Taskbar spans across multiple displays so the application window buttons can be spread over multiple displays

Equipped with large frame buffer and high memory bandwidth, the Quadro NVS 420 GPU is fully capable of the performance required by many digital signage installations, providing crystal clear 2D and 3D content as well as HD video. For extreme resolutions, the DisplayPort connectors offer more screen real estate from a single graphics card on an SFF system. Enabling EnergyStar-compliance, the Quadro NVS 420 has low maximum and idle power levels and is built with a high quality variable-speed fansink for a quieter working environment.

With a host of enterprise-friendly features, a dedicated NVIDIA Quadro NVS Enterprise support team and compatibility with most hardware and software specifications, the Quadro NVS 420 business graphics solution delivers a stable environment designed for peak functionality and a seamless enterprise deployment. The inclusion of NVIDIA Unified Driver Architecture (UDA) simplifies the upgrade process by ensuring forward and backward compatibility with NVIDIA software drivers.

The NVIDIA Quadro NVS 420 GPU will be available this February at a price of $499 (USD) MSRP. For more information on NVIDIA technologies and products, please visit: www.nvidia.com/quadro

NEC Goes Dual-Screen With Android Tablet, LT-W Cloud Communicator Unveiled

It is a mega galore of new tablets being announced in CES 2011 and NEC is no exception, showcasing its dual-screen Android tablet, labelled "LT-W"
The dual screens are connected by a hinge with the tablet running on Google's Android 2.1, supporting Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, optional 3G and powered by a Cortex A8 processor.
NEC's LT-W Cloud Communicator, as the name suggests, promises cloud services with Android. The tablet, however uses resistive touch technology running on a pair of 800x600 resolutions.
Source of photo: Engadget

NVIDIA Gains In Desktop Discrete

Mercury's findings revealed a continued shift to integrated graphics from discrete graphics in notebooks in the fourth quarter, with integrated reaching a record 77% of total notebook graphics. On the desktop side, integrated as a percentage of total desktop graphics increased to 63% from 60% last quarter. Both NVIDIA and ATI gained share in the integrated chipset market, allowing them to stem any share loss and actually gain slight share in the overall graphics market, despite the continued shift to integrated. In discrete graphics, market shares were relatively stable, with NVIDIA gaining 1% share from ATI. However, in notebook discrete, ATI gained 1% share from NVIDIA to a record high, increasing its market share to 77.1% in the fourth quarter from 75.8% in third quarter.