New bridge camera captures stunning detail with 26x Optical High Zoom and 22.3mm ultra wide angle lens
London, UK - June 29th, 2012: Today Samsung announced the WB100, the latest addition to the prestigious WB series, known for delivering superior image quality in compact form. The WB100 is perfect for shooting dynamic images and capturing the smallest detail in stunning 16MP clarity.
The WB100 is the perfect travel companion, ideally designed to capture everything from the up-close detail of inspiring architecture, to impressive landscapes and scenery. The 26x Optical High Zoom lens and 22.3mm ultra wide-angle lens ensure flawless detail, while shaky shots are instantly altered with the Dual Image Stabilisation (OIS + DIS) function. With 720/30pHD video recording, users can enjoy high-quality playback on the latest high-definition displays, whilst 3D photo capture and Live Panorama Mode bring 3D images and panoramic views to life.
Not only does the WB100 deliver superior quality images but it is also easy to use. Its easily-navigated menu screen makes it a versatile camera, designed to capture clear and beautiful photos with ease. Available in Black or Red, it is a stylish camera with a range of creative features including Smart Filter and Magic Frame, designed to enhance image quality along with the shooting experience. The soft hand grip combined with the metallic design gives it a sleek and seamless look.
Combining high image performance, creative functionality and style, the WB100 is the ideal camera for those looking to capture their world in perfect detail.
Friday, 29 June 2012
Acer TravelMate B113: the perfect schoolmate - Slender yet robust everyday learning companion
Thin, light, stylish and with long battery life, the TravelMate B113 is the ideal solution for school use. It fully meets all requirements for communication and mobility, allowing students to create and share content with friends and schoolmates, even in real time. Perfect for both beginners and advanced users, it provides basic functionality and ease of use.
The TravelMate B113 features a comfortable 11.6” display along with Acer Office Manager and robust security applications, making it a dependable everyday learning companion.
Acer Office Manager is a manageability solution which allows education institution to deploy security policies, monitor IT assets, and schedule maintenance tasks in one simple manageability package.
In addition, the TravelMate B113 comes with Acer ProShield Manager, a suite of essential security and manageability tools that integrates fundamental features in a unified user interface. Acer ProShield secures the notebook from unwanted access from BIOS level all the way up to application level, keeps critical files safe by encrypting and storing them in a Personal Secure Drive (PSD), allows users to remove unwanted files or folders beyond recovery.
This notebook is also equipped with a series of Education pre-installed or free to download software, including Acer Classroom Manager, specifically designed to provide teachers with the ability to instruct, monitor and interact with their students in class.
With the 6cell battery, the TavelMate B113 archives more than 7 hours of battery life, that allows unprecedented freedom and mobility for the students, avoiding the need of recharging in the classroom where only few outlets are available or the inconvenience of computers turning off in the middle of the lesson.
Ultra-thin (less than 21mm) and light – it only weighs 1.38 kg – the TravelMate B113 is extremely manageable and easily fits students’ backpacks without adding excess weight. Despite its small size, this notebook has a keyboard with large keys that make typing more practical and comfortable and host up to powerful 3rd generation Intel processors and Intel HD graphics 4000.
Designed to offer easy connectivity and make it easier to access and share documents in the classroom, the TravelMate B113 offers a choice of options: 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ for wireless connectivity, Gigabit Ethernet for reliable cable connection and Bluetooth® 4.0, for high-speed sharing of media files or documents.
The TravelMate B113 features a comfortable 11.6” display along with Acer Office Manager and robust security applications, making it a dependable everyday learning companion.
Acer Office Manager is a manageability solution which allows education institution to deploy security policies, monitor IT assets, and schedule maintenance tasks in one simple manageability package.
In addition, the TravelMate B113 comes with Acer ProShield Manager, a suite of essential security and manageability tools that integrates fundamental features in a unified user interface. Acer ProShield secures the notebook from unwanted access from BIOS level all the way up to application level, keeps critical files safe by encrypting and storing them in a Personal Secure Drive (PSD), allows users to remove unwanted files or folders beyond recovery.
This notebook is also equipped with a series of Education pre-installed or free to download software, including Acer Classroom Manager, specifically designed to provide teachers with the ability to instruct, monitor and interact with their students in class.
With the 6cell battery, the TavelMate B113 archives more than 7 hours of battery life, that allows unprecedented freedom and mobility for the students, avoiding the need of recharging in the classroom where only few outlets are available or the inconvenience of computers turning off in the middle of the lesson.
Ultra-thin (less than 21mm) and light – it only weighs 1.38 kg – the TravelMate B113 is extremely manageable and easily fits students’ backpacks without adding excess weight. Despite its small size, this notebook has a keyboard with large keys that make typing more practical and comfortable and host up to powerful 3rd generation Intel processors and Intel HD graphics 4000.
Designed to offer easy connectivity and make it easier to access and share documents in the classroom, the TravelMate B113 offers a choice of options: 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ for wireless connectivity, Gigabit Ethernet for reliable cable connection and Bluetooth® 4.0, for high-speed sharing of media files or documents.
Thursday, 28 June 2012
Plextor to expand Solid State Drive portfolio with M5S
New SSD drive will feature a simplified format with True Speed
June 28th, 2012 - Plextor will be expanding its portfolio of Solid State Drives (SSD) to encompass a new model, the M5S, which will be launching later this year.
The M5S drive, showcased at Computex earlier this month, will complement the existing M3 and M3 Pro drives with a simple yet high quality format, and won't feature as many advanced utilities or accessories. Instead, the M5S has been designed specifically to provide an easy, effortless solution for users looking to make their first switch from HDD to SDD.
Continuing the trend from previous models, the M5S SSD maintains exceptionally high quality and performance, utilising the proven server-grade Marvell 88SS9174 controller paired with 25nm NAND flash. It is likely to feature sustained random read/write speeds of up to 73,000/70,000 IOPS as well as continuous read/write speeds of up to 520/390 MB/s.
Users will also be able to download PlexTools, which offers a range of services including monitoring drive status and upgrading firmware.
Expected to be available in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities, the M5S will offer plenty of robust storage space for important files and media. With True Speed technology, users can rest assured that the drive will maintain the same, consistent high performance and speed -even after years of usage.
June 28th, 2012 - Plextor will be expanding its portfolio of Solid State Drives (SSD) to encompass a new model, the M5S, which will be launching later this year.
The M5S drive, showcased at Computex earlier this month, will complement the existing M3 and M3 Pro drives with a simple yet high quality format, and won't feature as many advanced utilities or accessories. Instead, the M5S has been designed specifically to provide an easy, effortless solution for users looking to make their first switch from HDD to SDD.
Continuing the trend from previous models, the M5S SSD maintains exceptionally high quality and performance, utilising the proven server-grade Marvell 88SS9174 controller paired with 25nm NAND flash. It is likely to feature sustained random read/write speeds of up to 73,000/70,000 IOPS as well as continuous read/write speeds of up to 520/390 MB/s.
Users will also be able to download PlexTools, which offers a range of services including monitoring drive status and upgrading firmware.
Expected to be available in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities, the M5S will offer plenty of robust storage space for important files and media. With True Speed technology, users can rest assured that the drive will maintain the same, consistent high performance and speed -even after years of usage.
Acer expands its LCD V5 Series - Sustainable, solid vision
Acer presents the latest additions to the V5 series displays, six new LCD monitors showcasing slim, space-conscious design and eco-friendliness via energy saving white LED backlighting and Energy Star compliance.
Available in six format sizes – 18.5, 20, 21.5, 23, 24 and 27-inch - the new Acer V5 series displays are perfect for users with limited space, looking for an up-to-date display with uncompromised performance packed within a simple, elegant design that makes them perfect for intensive daily usage in any setting.
Built with dependable functionality, comfortable use and superb multimedia enjoyment in mind, the new V5 series displays are designed with an elegant black glossy bezel and a glossy arm with a new rectangular base. The transparent power button with its blue-lit icon is discreetly integrated in the bezel for a streamlined look.
To provide an optimal viewing experience, all models are equipped with an easy-to-use adjustable functionality that allows for fine-tuning of the monitor inclination. Plus a specially designed quick-release mechanism that makes the stand easy to assemble or disassemble simply using a coin.
Depending on configuration, the V5 displays can be equipped with a DVI port or HDMI port supporting HDCP, allowing the processing and displaying of high definition signals providing instant connectivity to the most popular digital devices.
The V5 Series also reproduces natural and realistic colors, rich text and top quality digital imaging thanks to excellent contrast ratio of 100 million:1 through the Acer’s Adaptive Contrast Management (ACM) system - a technology that dynamically adjusts the contrast ratio of the input image to achieve an ultra-sharp on-screen image - and a brightness level of up to 300 cd/m2, that offer a significant improvement in gradation and detail with dim or bright images. Rapid response time of 5ms ensures the smoothest reproduction of even the fastest videos or animated presentations.
All V5 series models feature several technologies designed to improve performance and color management, while reducing environmental impact:
Available in six format sizes – 18.5, 20, 21.5, 23, 24 and 27-inch - the new Acer V5 series displays are perfect for users with limited space, looking for an up-to-date display with uncompromised performance packed within a simple, elegant design that makes them perfect for intensive daily usage in any setting.
Built with dependable functionality, comfortable use and superb multimedia enjoyment in mind, the new V5 series displays are designed with an elegant black glossy bezel and a glossy arm with a new rectangular base. The transparent power button with its blue-lit icon is discreetly integrated in the bezel for a streamlined look.
To provide an optimal viewing experience, all models are equipped with an easy-to-use adjustable functionality that allows for fine-tuning of the monitor inclination. Plus a specially designed quick-release mechanism that makes the stand easy to assemble or disassemble simply using a coin.
Depending on configuration, the V5 displays can be equipped with a DVI port or HDMI port supporting HDCP, allowing the processing and displaying of high definition signals providing instant connectivity to the most popular digital devices.
The V5 Series also reproduces natural and realistic colors, rich text and top quality digital imaging thanks to excellent contrast ratio of 100 million:1 through the Acer’s Adaptive Contrast Management (ACM) system - a technology that dynamically adjusts the contrast ratio of the input image to achieve an ultra-sharp on-screen image - and a brightness level of up to 300 cd/m2, that offer a significant improvement in gradation and detail with dim or bright images. Rapid response time of 5ms ensures the smoothest reproduction of even the fastest videos or animated presentations.
All V5 series models feature several technologies designed to improve performance and color management, while reducing environmental impact:
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Cisco Announces First Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router and Universal Media Connector Powered by Industry’s Next-Generation Wireless Technology – 802.11ac
New router delivers approximately three times faster wireless speeds and the compatible universal media connector brings that power to Smart TVs and game consoles
London, UK, June 27, 2012 - Cisco today announced its first Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router and Universal Media Connector both powered by the industry's next-generation wireless technology, 802.11ac. The new technology is designed to deliver wireless speeds approximately three times faster than the current wireless 802.11n standard[i]. The new Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router EA6500 uniquely blends the highest performance 802.11ac technology with Cisco's intelligent Cisco Connect Cloud software platform for an experience that is both powerful and intuitive, simplifying how consumers connect, control and interact with their home devices and appliances.
Timing of this announcement comes as laptop and smart phone manufacturers are expected to start introducing 802.11ac products towards the end of 2012. Consumers can also take advantage of the new technology by connecting their smart TVs, game consoles and other devices to the new Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router via the new Linksys Universal Media Connector.
"The power of 802.11ac technology coupled with Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers, our game-changing new software platform and mobile capabilities enables all new experiences in and out of the home that consumers can't get with any other solution," said Brett Wingo, vice president and general manager, Cisco Home Networking. "As consumers begin the transition to the new Wi-Fi technology, Linksys is introducing a solution that not only includes a powerful product, but has new innovation that enables them to stay connected to their devices and home wireless networks from anywhere, anytime. We deliver the most complete solution, from performance to usability to customer satisfaction."
London, UK, June 27, 2012 - Cisco today announced its first Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router and Universal Media Connector both powered by the industry's next-generation wireless technology, 802.11ac. The new technology is designed to deliver wireless speeds approximately three times faster than the current wireless 802.11n standard[i]. The new Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router EA6500 uniquely blends the highest performance 802.11ac technology with Cisco's intelligent Cisco Connect Cloud software platform for an experience that is both powerful and intuitive, simplifying how consumers connect, control and interact with their home devices and appliances.
Timing of this announcement comes as laptop and smart phone manufacturers are expected to start introducing 802.11ac products towards the end of 2012. Consumers can also take advantage of the new technology by connecting their smart TVs, game consoles and other devices to the new Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router via the new Linksys Universal Media Connector.
"The power of 802.11ac technology coupled with Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers, our game-changing new software platform and mobile capabilities enables all new experiences in and out of the home that consumers can't get with any other solution," said Brett Wingo, vice president and general manager, Cisco Home Networking. "As consumers begin the transition to the new Wi-Fi technology, Linksys is introducing a solution that not only includes a powerful product, but has new innovation that enables them to stay connected to their devices and home wireless networks from anywhere, anytime. We deliver the most complete solution, from performance to usability to customer satisfaction."
Antec announces the availability of the High Current Pro Platinum 1000 Watt Power Supply Unit
A complete new upgrade brings 80 PLUS® Platinum efficiency and full modularity to the popular HCP line.
Berlin, Germany, June 27, 2012 - Antec, Inc., the global leader in high-performance computer components, announces the High Current Pro 1000 Platinum power supply, the first kilowatt-class PSU offered by Antec certified for 80 PLUS® Platinum efficiency.
Delivering a minimum of 1000 watts of Continuous Power, the HCP-1000 raises the bar for PSUs by offering enthusiasts and overclockers full modularity, maximum efficiency and future-proof compatibility.
The HCP-1000's four +12V rails deliver 40A each with low ripple & noise levels and an output ratio of up to 100 percent. Characteristic of Antec's top-line power supplies, this unit delivers stable DC current with all Japanese capacitors and keeps cool with a 135mm thermally-controlled double ball-bearing fan.
Users can expect unsurpassed power delivery while enjoying an 80PLUS® Platinum efficiency certification. This platinum rating ensures that the unit maintains a minimum of 89 percent efficiency across 20-100 percent load levels; the HCP-1000 Platinum runs as efficiently as 94 percent.
We wanted to give users the best possible feature set for their investment in a 1000 watt power supply. We designed a highly versatile, practical cabling to maximize cable management options and pushed High Current Pro to Platinum-certified efficiency to create a PSU package unrivaled by competitors at this wattage class.
- Mafalda Cogliani, Global Marketing Director at Antec
Maximizing convenience during installation, Antec's new power supply offers full modularity with Stealth Wires - darkened wires and connectors that reduce visibility in the chassis when connected and routed - and a set of slim 8-pin connectors. Two of these connectors can be plugged into each of the unit's 16-pin sockets, which also allow for future connectors of 10, 12, 14 and 16-pins.
The High Current Pro Platinum includes an Antec Quality seven-year parts and labour warranty.
Berlin, Germany, June 27, 2012 - Antec, Inc., the global leader in high-performance computer components, announces the High Current Pro 1000 Platinum power supply, the first kilowatt-class PSU offered by Antec certified for 80 PLUS® Platinum efficiency.
Delivering a minimum of 1000 watts of Continuous Power, the HCP-1000 raises the bar for PSUs by offering enthusiasts and overclockers full modularity, maximum efficiency and future-proof compatibility.
The HCP-1000's four +12V rails deliver 40A each with low ripple & noise levels and an output ratio of up to 100 percent. Characteristic of Antec's top-line power supplies, this unit delivers stable DC current with all Japanese capacitors and keeps cool with a 135mm thermally-controlled double ball-bearing fan.
Users can expect unsurpassed power delivery while enjoying an 80PLUS® Platinum efficiency certification. This platinum rating ensures that the unit maintains a minimum of 89 percent efficiency across 20-100 percent load levels; the HCP-1000 Platinum runs as efficiently as 94 percent.
We wanted to give users the best possible feature set for their investment in a 1000 watt power supply. We designed a highly versatile, practical cabling to maximize cable management options and pushed High Current Pro to Platinum-certified efficiency to create a PSU package unrivaled by competitors at this wattage class.
- Mafalda Cogliani, Global Marketing Director at Antec
Maximizing convenience during installation, Antec's new power supply offers full modularity with Stealth Wires - darkened wires and connectors that reduce visibility in the chassis when connected and routed - and a set of slim 8-pin connectors. Two of these connectors can be plugged into each of the unit's 16-pin sockets, which also allow for future connectors of 10, 12, 14 and 16-pins.
The High Current Pro Platinum includes an Antec Quality seven-year parts and labour warranty.
Tuesday, 26 June 2012
New SAPPHIRE HD 7870 FleX graphics card also features Dual-X cooler
Direct support for up to four monitors in Eyefinity
SAPPHIRE Technology has just announced the SAPPHIRE HD 7870 Flex Edition - only the second model in the highly acclaimed HD 7000 series of graphics cards based on the Graphics Core Next architecture from AMD to feature SAPPHIRE's unique solution to multi-screen graphics.
Most graphics cards based on AMD technology require the third monitor in an Eyefinity set-up to be a DisplayPort monitor, or connected with an active DisplayPort Adapter. The SAPPHIRE FleX family can support three DVI monitors in Eyefinity mode and deliver a true SLS (Single Large Surface) work area without the need for active adapters. The first two monitors are connected to the two DVI ports and the third to an HDMI to DVI cable (supplied) with no extra active hardware required. The DisplayPort outputs are still available for the connection of additional monitors - for example the recently announced SAPPHIRE HD 7950 FleX with its two DisplayPort outputs can support up to 5 screens in Eyefinity.
The SAPPHIRE HD 7870 FleX brings this feature to the performance segment with its core clock speeds of 1000MHz and 1200Mhz (4.8Gb/sec effective) for the 2GB of on board high speed DDR5 memory. It also features the company's latest Dual-X cooler technology, with its graduated heatpipes and two aerofoil fans with dust repelling bearings for efficient cooling and low noise operation. The FleX feature enables users to connect low-cost DVI monitors for the first three screens in landscape or portrait mode providing a cost-effective solution for multiscreen gaming or increased productivity in content creation and editing applications. Using the DisplayPort output, the SAPPHIRE HD 7870 FleX supports four screens in Eyefinity, providing additional display options.
The SAPPHIRE HD 7870 FleX also features a Dual BIOS. When the second position is selected, performance is increased by a factory programmed overclock. For enthusiasts wishing to maximise performance, a new version of the SAPPHIRE overclocking tool, TriXX supporting this latest generation of technology is available free to download from the SAPPHIRE website. TriXX allows tuning of GPU voltage as well as core and memory clocks, whilst continuously displaying temperature. Manual control of fan speed is supported, as well as user created fan profiles and the ability to save up to four different performance settings.
The HD 7000 series is the third generation of DirectX 11 compatible solutions from the graphics division of AMD - formerly ATI. The SAPPHIRE HD 7870 FleX is ready for DirectX 11.1 and the new Windows 8 operating system as well as delivering all the features of the current DirectX 11 such as DirectCompute11 and multi threaded communications with the CPU. Communication with the host PC is optimised with the implementation of the latest high speed PCI-Express Gen3.0 interface, and multiple cards can be used to further enhance performance in CrossFireX mode on a suitably specified mainboard.
HDMI specifications have also increased in the HD 7000 series. Fast HDMI 1.4a supports Stereoscopic 3D with enhanced frame rates of 60Hz per eye - 120Hz total. It is also ready for the next generation of 4K displays that can be driven from a single high speed input of 3GHz HDMI 1.4a or DisplayPort 1.2 HBR2.
APP Acceleration is the name given to the enhanced performance of a wide range of applications using the stream processing capabilities and specific hardware features of the graphics architecture. The HD 7000 series has been optimised for this type of task. Typical applications include Video encoding and decoding, compression and multiplexing for media distribution, gaming or video conferencing. APP acceleration can also enhance everyday tasks such as Internet browsing, Office applications and file compression with supported software suites.
SAPPHIRE Technology has just announced the SAPPHIRE HD 7870 Flex Edition - only the second model in the highly acclaimed HD 7000 series of graphics cards based on the Graphics Core Next architecture from AMD to feature SAPPHIRE's unique solution to multi-screen graphics.
Most graphics cards based on AMD technology require the third monitor in an Eyefinity set-up to be a DisplayPort monitor, or connected with an active DisplayPort Adapter. The SAPPHIRE FleX family can support three DVI monitors in Eyefinity mode and deliver a true SLS (Single Large Surface) work area without the need for active adapters. The first two monitors are connected to the two DVI ports and the third to an HDMI to DVI cable (supplied) with no extra active hardware required. The DisplayPort outputs are still available for the connection of additional monitors - for example the recently announced SAPPHIRE HD 7950 FleX with its two DisplayPort outputs can support up to 5 screens in Eyefinity.
The SAPPHIRE HD 7870 FleX brings this feature to the performance segment with its core clock speeds of 1000MHz and 1200Mhz (4.8Gb/sec effective) for the 2GB of on board high speed DDR5 memory. It also features the company's latest Dual-X cooler technology, with its graduated heatpipes and two aerofoil fans with dust repelling bearings for efficient cooling and low noise operation. The FleX feature enables users to connect low-cost DVI monitors for the first three screens in landscape or portrait mode providing a cost-effective solution for multiscreen gaming or increased productivity in content creation and editing applications. Using the DisplayPort output, the SAPPHIRE HD 7870 FleX supports four screens in Eyefinity, providing additional display options.
The SAPPHIRE HD 7870 FleX also features a Dual BIOS. When the second position is selected, performance is increased by a factory programmed overclock. For enthusiasts wishing to maximise performance, a new version of the SAPPHIRE overclocking tool, TriXX supporting this latest generation of technology is available free to download from the SAPPHIRE website. TriXX allows tuning of GPU voltage as well as core and memory clocks, whilst continuously displaying temperature. Manual control of fan speed is supported, as well as user created fan profiles and the ability to save up to four different performance settings.
The HD 7000 series is the third generation of DirectX 11 compatible solutions from the graphics division of AMD - formerly ATI. The SAPPHIRE HD 7870 FleX is ready for DirectX 11.1 and the new Windows 8 operating system as well as delivering all the features of the current DirectX 11 such as DirectCompute11 and multi threaded communications with the CPU. Communication with the host PC is optimised with the implementation of the latest high speed PCI-Express Gen3.0 interface, and multiple cards can be used to further enhance performance in CrossFireX mode on a suitably specified mainboard.
HDMI specifications have also increased in the HD 7000 series. Fast HDMI 1.4a supports Stereoscopic 3D with enhanced frame rates of 60Hz per eye - 120Hz total. It is also ready for the next generation of 4K displays that can be driven from a single high speed input of 3GHz HDMI 1.4a or DisplayPort 1.2 HBR2.
APP Acceleration is the name given to the enhanced performance of a wide range of applications using the stream processing capabilities and specific hardware features of the graphics architecture. The HD 7000 series has been optimised for this type of task. Typical applications include Video encoding and decoding, compression and multiplexing for media distribution, gaming or video conferencing. APP acceleration can also enhance everyday tasks such as Internet browsing, Office applications and file compression with supported software suites.
Acer and Intel present the U-Experience - An 'ultra' tour across 4 European Countries to challenge you put the Ultrabook™ to test
Designed for modern explorers, Acer Ultrabooks™ based on 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processors incorporate all the features that help users to stay mobile: slim and light, responsive and connected.
Acer and Intel have built up their U-Experience campaign around these four attributes. The U-Experience is a unique, exciting tour across Europe, where 4 U-Teams will be asked to overcome a series of challenges by leveraging technology in new and creative ways.
From June 18th to July 10th - in Italy, France, Germany and UK - the U-Teams will explore their hidden passions, based on experiences that will be shared with both the Acer and Intel Facebook Communities: https://www.facebook.com/AcerUK/app_329103610497351
Acer and Intel Facebook fans suggesting their 'ultra' experience will immediately participate to an online contest and be drawn for an Acer Ultrabook™, while their recommendations will be voted by fans as well, opening the way to the final € 5.000,00 (five thousand) prize.
Members of the Acer and Intel Facebook Communities could easily become U-Ambassadors themselves and gain an active role in the U-Experience adventure, equipped with their own Acer Ultrabook™ device.
Participating in the U-Experience and supporting the U-Teams, Facebook members will earn points that will help them to rise the ranking; the 10 most scored fans will be eligible to be official U-Ambassadors, while will participate the final drawn too.
To be a U-Ambassador means to share, interact, invite, join, comment, but also to be curious, progressive and perceptive.
With the right tool, everyone has the potential to be a modern explorer. The Ultrabook™ is the device that Acer and Intel have chosen for this challenge: with its Intel® Core™ i5 processor, extreme mobility, ultra-slim design, performance without compromise and instant connectivity. The Ultrabook™ represents a new category of devices, created by Intel after years of study and research into users’ needs and requirements. It delivers the most complete and satisfying, no-compromise and more secure computing experience in one, sleek and portable device.
The English U-Team is ready for the adventure: the blogger Matilda, who will relate all the experiences as a travelogue; the designer Olivia, who will give an aesthetic touch to every leg of the journey and the PR expert Paul, a fearless man who will find new and interesting places to explore.
As a first u-experience, Acer’s U-Team asked British Astronaut Tim Peake’s views on discovery and technology. Tim talked to the team and other visitors to the Space Centre. It wasn’t from his normal workplace, but from beneath the ocean’s surface – where he’s currently 3.5 miles off the coast of Key Largo.
The U-Team is travelling throughout the UK this summer seeking out interesting people, like Tim Peake. The U-Team will be blogging to their social media channels about Tim and the people they meet at the National Space Centre and other venues.
“Acer is launching a cutting edge range of products with the theme Explore beyond Limits, so the National Space Centre has been a perfect venue for the team to start using these new Ultrabooks,” says Linda Hassall, marketing director at Acer UK. “The Aspire Ultrabooks have premium styling with cutting-edge processors and innovative, energy-saving technology, delivering the ultimate in high-performance.”
Acer and Intel have built up their U-Experience campaign around these four attributes. The U-Experience is a unique, exciting tour across Europe, where 4 U-Teams will be asked to overcome a series of challenges by leveraging technology in new and creative ways.
From June 18th to July 10th - in Italy, France, Germany and UK - the U-Teams will explore their hidden passions, based on experiences that will be shared with both the Acer and Intel Facebook Communities: https://www.facebook.com/AcerUK/app_329103610497351
Acer and Intel Facebook fans suggesting their 'ultra' experience will immediately participate to an online contest and be drawn for an Acer Ultrabook™, while their recommendations will be voted by fans as well, opening the way to the final € 5.000,00 (five thousand) prize.
Members of the Acer and Intel Facebook Communities could easily become U-Ambassadors themselves and gain an active role in the U-Experience adventure, equipped with their own Acer Ultrabook™ device.
Participating in the U-Experience and supporting the U-Teams, Facebook members will earn points that will help them to rise the ranking; the 10 most scored fans will be eligible to be official U-Ambassadors, while will participate the final drawn too.
To be a U-Ambassador means to share, interact, invite, join, comment, but also to be curious, progressive and perceptive.
With the right tool, everyone has the potential to be a modern explorer. The Ultrabook™ is the device that Acer and Intel have chosen for this challenge: with its Intel® Core™ i5 processor, extreme mobility, ultra-slim design, performance without compromise and instant connectivity. The Ultrabook™ represents a new category of devices, created by Intel after years of study and research into users’ needs and requirements. It delivers the most complete and satisfying, no-compromise and more secure computing experience in one, sleek and portable device.
The English U-Team is ready for the adventure: the blogger Matilda, who will relate all the experiences as a travelogue; the designer Olivia, who will give an aesthetic touch to every leg of the journey and the PR expert Paul, a fearless man who will find new and interesting places to explore.
As a first u-experience, Acer’s U-Team asked British Astronaut Tim Peake’s views on discovery and technology. Tim talked to the team and other visitors to the Space Centre. It wasn’t from his normal workplace, but from beneath the ocean’s surface – where he’s currently 3.5 miles off the coast of Key Largo.
The U-Team is travelling throughout the UK this summer seeking out interesting people, like Tim Peake. The U-Team will be blogging to their social media channels about Tim and the people they meet at the National Space Centre and other venues.
“Acer is launching a cutting edge range of products with the theme Explore beyond Limits, so the National Space Centre has been a perfect venue for the team to start using these new Ultrabooks,” says Linda Hassall, marketing director at Acer UK. “The Aspire Ultrabooks have premium styling with cutting-edge processors and innovative, energy-saving technology, delivering the ultimate in high-performance.”
Monday, 25 June 2012
AMD Introduces New Low-Power AMD Embedded G-Series APU and Extends Platform Availability through 2017
SUNNYVALE, Calif. - June 25, 2012 - AMD (NYSE: AMD) today introduced the latest entry to the AMD Embedded G-Series processor family with the AMD Embedded G-T16R Accelerated Processing Unit (APU). The AMD G-T16R is targeted at very low power, small form factor and cost-sensitive embedded designs that require a combination of x86 compatibility and graphics. The optimised design of the AMD Embedded G-T16R sips power, with power consumption of just 2.3 watts[iv] on average or 4.5 watts thermal design power (TDP).
Embedded product designers are taking to the industry's green challenge to design a broad range of next-generation applications for the industrial control, point-of-sale, medical appliance and transportation markets. For example, industrial customers can use the APU to help create greener factories based on more power-efficient factory hardware. Additionally, embedded designers can develop applications like point-of-sale order entry stations and tablets, medical bedside terminals and even solar-powered traffic control devices using the AMD G-T16R.
The new AMD Embedded G-Series APU also offers embedded product designers a seamless upgrade path for legacy applications with the following features:
Fits into small form factor boards by implementing a two-chip platform, the APU and its companion controller hub;
Legacy I/O card support based on a full 32-bit PCI interface and an ISA bus solution with DMA support;
Support for a full range of display technologies, with analog VGA and LVDS support for legacy applications and DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort interfaces for the latest display technology.
"It's critical that the latest AMD Embedded G-Series APUs provide compatibility with existing x86 processors while supporting the latest interface technologies," said Jim McGregor, principal analyst of TIRIAS Research. "Having a simple migration path allows engineers to develop robust designs using the latest DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort display technologies."
There are already more than 50 standard form factor motherboards available supporting the AMD Embedded G-Series platform, ranging from the small Qseven computer-on-modules to the versatile and widely available MiniITX form factor. This enhanced compatibility provides original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) with a variety of board options to design into their system solutions. The platform consists of both the APU and its companion controller hub, which have a total combined footprint of just 890 mm2 - approximately the size of a square inch.
The AMD Embedded G-T16R APU is designed to help reduce product development and life cycle costs through a common scalable platform design that spans the entire AMD Embedded G-Series. AMD's unique approach enables one design to serve multiple product configurations, simplifying the supply chain, helping reduce operational complexity and enabling better platform economics. The AMD G-T16R APU is also available at extremely accessible price points, allowing designers to easily incorporate it into cost-sensitive embedded applications.
"With the AMD G-T16R APU, we were striving for that critical balance of performance, power efficiency and cost for power, and cost-sensitive embedded applications, and we've achieved it," said Arun Iyengar, corporate vice president and general manager, AMD Embedded Solutions. "This new APU helps to enable small form factor and fan-less designs with power consumption of just 2.3 watts on average."
For users of the AMD GeodeTM LX processor family, the AMD G-T16R APU offers a cost-effective upgrade path, consuming about seven percent less power and three times the performance of the 2.45 watt AMD GeodeTM LX processor, while reducing the overall chip footprint by 58 percent. Support for the latest DDR3 memory helps reduce memory costs for legacy applications while enabling higher memory speed and capacity[v].
The AMD Embedded G-T16R APU supports Windows® Embedded Compact 7, Green Hills INTEGRITY and Express Logic ThreadX® operating systems, allowing applications that leverage these popular embedded and real-time operating systems to easily migrate to the new platform.
Along with the announcement of the new AMD G-T16R APU, AMD is also extending the planned availability for the entire AMD Embedded G-Series processor family through 2017, resetting the five-year clock for both existing and new designs.
Embedded product designers are taking to the industry's green challenge to design a broad range of next-generation applications for the industrial control, point-of-sale, medical appliance and transportation markets. For example, industrial customers can use the APU to help create greener factories based on more power-efficient factory hardware. Additionally, embedded designers can develop applications like point-of-sale order entry stations and tablets, medical bedside terminals and even solar-powered traffic control devices using the AMD G-T16R.
The new AMD Embedded G-Series APU also offers embedded product designers a seamless upgrade path for legacy applications with the following features:
Fits into small form factor boards by implementing a two-chip platform, the APU and its companion controller hub;
Legacy I/O card support based on a full 32-bit PCI interface and an ISA bus solution with DMA support;
Support for a full range of display technologies, with analog VGA and LVDS support for legacy applications and DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort interfaces for the latest display technology.
"It's critical that the latest AMD Embedded G-Series APUs provide compatibility with existing x86 processors while supporting the latest interface technologies," said Jim McGregor, principal analyst of TIRIAS Research. "Having a simple migration path allows engineers to develop robust designs using the latest DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort display technologies."
There are already more than 50 standard form factor motherboards available supporting the AMD Embedded G-Series platform, ranging from the small Qseven computer-on-modules to the versatile and widely available MiniITX form factor. This enhanced compatibility provides original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) with a variety of board options to design into their system solutions. The platform consists of both the APU and its companion controller hub, which have a total combined footprint of just 890 mm2 - approximately the size of a square inch.
The AMD Embedded G-T16R APU is designed to help reduce product development and life cycle costs through a common scalable platform design that spans the entire AMD Embedded G-Series. AMD's unique approach enables one design to serve multiple product configurations, simplifying the supply chain, helping reduce operational complexity and enabling better platform economics. The AMD G-T16R APU is also available at extremely accessible price points, allowing designers to easily incorporate it into cost-sensitive embedded applications.
"With the AMD G-T16R APU, we were striving for that critical balance of performance, power efficiency and cost for power, and cost-sensitive embedded applications, and we've achieved it," said Arun Iyengar, corporate vice president and general manager, AMD Embedded Solutions. "This new APU helps to enable small form factor and fan-less designs with power consumption of just 2.3 watts on average."
For users of the AMD GeodeTM LX processor family, the AMD G-T16R APU offers a cost-effective upgrade path, consuming about seven percent less power and three times the performance of the 2.45 watt AMD GeodeTM LX processor, while reducing the overall chip footprint by 58 percent. Support for the latest DDR3 memory helps reduce memory costs for legacy applications while enabling higher memory speed and capacity[v].
The AMD Embedded G-T16R APU supports Windows® Embedded Compact 7, Green Hills INTEGRITY and Express Logic ThreadX® operating systems, allowing applications that leverage these popular embedded and real-time operating systems to easily migrate to the new platform.
Along with the announcement of the new AMD G-T16R APU, AMD is also extending the planned availability for the entire AMD Embedded G-Series processor family through 2017, resetting the five-year clock for both existing and new designs.
Acer Debuts World’s First 6,000 Lumens Single Lamp Projector - Extreme Brightness for Hard-Hitting Presentations
Acer introduces world’s first 6,000 lumens professional projector, the P7215, using a single lamp. This projector is very eco-friendly, delivering light for up to 2,000 hours while using 350 watts, reducing power consumption and maintenance costs.
Acer’s P7215 comes with convenient settings and upgraded features that improve usability and presentation flexibility. It features native 1024x768 (XGA) resolution and support for up to Full HD signal, delivering crisp, vibrant details and amazing color. In addition, this projector is DLP 3D Ready and offers advanced firmware that enables high refresh rates (120 Hz) to render flicker-free 3D experience.
The P7215 also boasts Crestron® network control and connectivity options such as HDMI®, DVI, LAN and dual D-Sub ports, making it a high impact tool for professional users in large venues. Furthermore, with Acer’s top-loading lamp design, users can replace the lamp in just a few simple steps, even when the projector is ceiling-mounted.
Acer’s projectors aim to promote green light source technology without compromising performance. In addition to the P Series for professionals, there is a full range of lineup to cater for consumers’ needs: C Series for on-the-go, H Series for home entertainment, K Series for laser-LED hybrid, and X Series for normal usage.
Acer’s P7215 comes with convenient settings and upgraded features that improve usability and presentation flexibility. It features native 1024x768 (XGA) resolution and support for up to Full HD signal, delivering crisp, vibrant details and amazing color. In addition, this projector is DLP 3D Ready and offers advanced firmware that enables high refresh rates (120 Hz) to render flicker-free 3D experience.
The P7215 also boasts Crestron® network control and connectivity options such as HDMI®, DVI, LAN and dual D-Sub ports, making it a high impact tool for professional users in large venues. Furthermore, with Acer’s top-loading lamp design, users can replace the lamp in just a few simple steps, even when the projector is ceiling-mounted.
Acer’s projectors aim to promote green light source technology without compromising performance. In addition to the P Series for professionals, there is a full range of lineup to cater for consumers’ needs: C Series for on-the-go, H Series for home entertainment, K Series for laser-LED hybrid, and X Series for normal usage.
Enjoy 3D lessons at schools with the new Acer S1213Hn projector - Ultra-short-throw versatility, network-control convenience
Specifically developed for the educational segment, the S1213Hn delivers flicker free 3D imaging for stunning 3D lessons that will bewitch the students.
The three-dimensional experience is made possible by DLP 3D Ready technology that, using high (120 Hz) refresh rates, can transform the flat surface of the room wall into a 3D screen. The possibilities unlocked by this simple solution are limited only by our imagination: exploring the incredible human anatomy or the universe in 3D detail; touring famous archaeological sites just like being there...
With Ultra-Short Throw capability, this projector can display large images even if it is placed very close to the screen. At a distance of less than 1 meter sharp and accurate images can be displayed with a diagonal of up to 77”. Thanks to this feature presenters can avoid projector beams in the eyes and don’t cast shadows on the screen during their presentations. As a result the S1213Hn offers greater flexibility and maximum viewing comfort, making it ideal for education and professional projection scenarios.
The Acer S1213Hn is totally compliant with the Crestron Network System, a solution offering complete control of the projector via LAN or WiFi, including monitoring, remote power on/off (may be scheduled), remote projection control (including source selection), multiple-projector control, online dialogue with the system administrator and e-mail alert system.
An HDMI™ port provides seamless connection to the latest digital sources ensuring exceptional high-definition viewing. The advanced lamp technology with illumination of up to 3000 ANSI lumens a 10,000:1 Dynamic Black contrast ratio and native XGA resolution help bringing a new level of brightness, color and clarity to the images.
Up to 6500 hours of lamp life with ExtremeEco mode save lamp replacement costs ensuring long-term dependable projector use. The extended lifespan and consistent image quality lower the total cost of ownership and translate to big savings.
The three-dimensional experience is made possible by DLP 3D Ready technology that, using high (120 Hz) refresh rates, can transform the flat surface of the room wall into a 3D screen. The possibilities unlocked by this simple solution are limited only by our imagination: exploring the incredible human anatomy or the universe in 3D detail; touring famous archaeological sites just like being there...
With Ultra-Short Throw capability, this projector can display large images even if it is placed very close to the screen. At a distance of less than 1 meter sharp and accurate images can be displayed with a diagonal of up to 77”. Thanks to this feature presenters can avoid projector beams in the eyes and don’t cast shadows on the screen during their presentations. As a result the S1213Hn offers greater flexibility and maximum viewing comfort, making it ideal for education and professional projection scenarios.
The Acer S1213Hn is totally compliant with the Crestron Network System, a solution offering complete control of the projector via LAN or WiFi, including monitoring, remote power on/off (may be scheduled), remote projection control (including source selection), multiple-projector control, online dialogue with the system administrator and e-mail alert system.
An HDMI™ port provides seamless connection to the latest digital sources ensuring exceptional high-definition viewing. The advanced lamp technology with illumination of up to 3000 ANSI lumens a 10,000:1 Dynamic Black contrast ratio and native XGA resolution help bringing a new level of brightness, color and clarity to the images.
Up to 6500 hours of lamp life with ExtremeEco mode save lamp replacement costs ensuring long-term dependable projector use. The extended lifespan and consistent image quality lower the total cost of ownership and translate to big savings.
Friday, 22 June 2012
Samsung customers now able to transfer content from iOS to Android for free
Exclusive licensing agreement makes Easy Phone Sync available on Samsung Galaxy devices
22nd June 2012, London, UK - Samsung Mobile UK today announced it will be making Easy Phone Sync available for free to anyone purchasing a Samsung Galaxy device. Easy Phone Sync is a simple new way for people to transfer their iPhone and iTunes media - including music, videos, podcasts, pictures, contacts and text messages - to a Samsung Galaxy device including the new Galaxy S III.
As part of an exclusive licensing agreement with Media Mushroom Applications, Samsung is making Easy Phone Sync available for free for UK customers to transfer content from their iOS device to their Samsung Galaxy device in a few simple clicks. As well as being able to access DRM free content they have purchased from iTunes music, customers can continue to use iTunes software on their PC to manage their music, videos and podcasts and keep their Android device in sync with it.
Simon Stanford, Vice President, Telecommunications and Networks, Samsung UK and Ireland said: "We're really proud to announce the launch of this new application and can't wait to hear what our new and existing customers think of it. We know that traditionally iPhone users have been reluctant to switch to an Android device because they couldn't use iTunes to manage their content. Easy Phone Sync means people can now enjoy their iTunes content on a Samsung Galaxy phone. What's more is that it's really easy for them to do, and literally takes five minutes to set up."
Easy Phone Sync is available to download now for both PCs and Macs in conjunction with an app for Samsung Android devices.
22nd June 2012, London, UK - Samsung Mobile UK today announced it will be making Easy Phone Sync available for free to anyone purchasing a Samsung Galaxy device. Easy Phone Sync is a simple new way for people to transfer their iPhone and iTunes media - including music, videos, podcasts, pictures, contacts and text messages - to a Samsung Galaxy device including the new Galaxy S III.
As part of an exclusive licensing agreement with Media Mushroom Applications, Samsung is making Easy Phone Sync available for free for UK customers to transfer content from their iOS device to their Samsung Galaxy device in a few simple clicks. As well as being able to access DRM free content they have purchased from iTunes music, customers can continue to use iTunes software on their PC to manage their music, videos and podcasts and keep their Android device in sync with it.
Simon Stanford, Vice President, Telecommunications and Networks, Samsung UK and Ireland said: "We're really proud to announce the launch of this new application and can't wait to hear what our new and existing customers think of it. We know that traditionally iPhone users have been reluctant to switch to an Android device because they couldn't use iTunes to manage their content. Easy Phone Sync means people can now enjoy their iTunes content on a Samsung Galaxy phone. What's more is that it's really easy for them to do, and literally takes five minutes to set up."
Easy Phone Sync is available to download now for both PCs and Macs in conjunction with an app for Samsung Android devices.
Thursday, 21 June 2012
Protection with Pride: OtterBox Announces Anthem Collection
FORT COLLINS, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Just in time for the 2012 Summer Games in London, Apple® (NASDAQ: AAPL) users have a new way to show their national pride. Premium case manufacturer OtterBox® announces the Anthem Collection, a new line of patriotic Defender Series® cases available now for Apple iPhone® 4/4S.
Known for providing unbeatable protection, the Defender Series is the perfect companion to all summer activities. With a polycarbonate shell encasing the device, a built-in screen protector and a silicone overlay, this case stomps any competition.*
“The Defender Series is an OtterBox staple for iPhone protection,” said OtterBox Founder and CEO Curt Richardson. “This is our premium case offering and serves as the perfect canvas to show support of the Summer Games.”
Patriotism soars as the world watches elite athletes compete on the summer world stage. OtterBox is proud to encourage that expression of passion through first-class iPhone covers in addition to athlete sponsorship of three homegrown hopefuls from Fort Collins, Colo.:
Janay DeLoach | Long Jump: This 2012 U.S. team hopeful found her passion for track and field in college when she came to Colorado State University in Fort Collins. With proper training and her dedication to the sport, DeLoach soon found herself holding the record for the third farthest jump in American history, taking home silver at the World Indoor Championships. She is now ranked second in the world.
Andrew Loftin | Hammer Throw: Another Northern Colorado resident and Colorado State University alumnus, Loftin placed twelfth at the 2008 Trials in Hammer Throw. After Trials he put his athletic goals on hold while finishing graduate school to pursue a career as a Physician’s Assistant. Finishing the 2011 season in fourth place at the USA Champions in Eugene, Ore. Loftin is ready to prove he’s a strong contender.
Brian Trainor | Discus: Trainor’s goal is simple: train to meet the discus “A” standard of 65 meters to place top three at the 2012 Trials in Eugene. He trains closely with other athletes and somehow also maintains a full time job in real estate.
Known for providing unbeatable protection, the Defender Series is the perfect companion to all summer activities. With a polycarbonate shell encasing the device, a built-in screen protector and a silicone overlay, this case stomps any competition.*
“The Defender Series is an OtterBox staple for iPhone protection,” said OtterBox Founder and CEO Curt Richardson. “This is our premium case offering and serves as the perfect canvas to show support of the Summer Games.”
Patriotism soars as the world watches elite athletes compete on the summer world stage. OtterBox is proud to encourage that expression of passion through first-class iPhone covers in addition to athlete sponsorship of three homegrown hopefuls from Fort Collins, Colo.:
Janay DeLoach | Long Jump: This 2012 U.S. team hopeful found her passion for track and field in college when she came to Colorado State University in Fort Collins. With proper training and her dedication to the sport, DeLoach soon found herself holding the record for the third farthest jump in American history, taking home silver at the World Indoor Championships. She is now ranked second in the world.
Andrew Loftin | Hammer Throw: Another Northern Colorado resident and Colorado State University alumnus, Loftin placed twelfth at the 2008 Trials in Hammer Throw. After Trials he put his athletic goals on hold while finishing graduate school to pursue a career as a Physician’s Assistant. Finishing the 2011 season in fourth place at the USA Champions in Eugene, Ore. Loftin is ready to prove he’s a strong contender.
Brian Trainor | Discus: Trainor’s goal is simple: train to meet the discus “A” standard of 65 meters to place top three at the 2012 Trials in Eugene. He trains closely with other athletes and somehow also maintains a full time job in real estate.
SanDisk introduces world's fastest memory card for smartphones and tablets
Loads apps faster, transfers files quicker and improves overall system responsiveness with up to 95MB/sec read and up to 90MB/sec write speeds1
Ideal for users running multiple apps such as mobile games, email, photo capture and Full-HD2video recording
Mobile phones will capture 525 billion images in 2012 and nearly one third of all video footage in 2014, according to IDC
MILPITAS, Calif., June 20, 2012 - SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash memory storage solutions, today announced the world's fastest mobile memory card. The SanDisk Extreme Pro® microSDHCTM UHS-I card is ideal for smartphone and tablet users who want to boost their device's storage capacity while enjoying the fastest mobile experience.
Maximum Performance for Next-Generation Mobile Devices
The SanDisk Extreme Pro microSDHC UHS-I card enables smartphone and tablet users to fully enjoy their mobile device's advanced applications.
Full HD Video Capture: Mobile phones will capture approximately one third of all video footage by 2014, according to IDC3. With a UHS Speed Class 1 rating (Class 10 equivalent), the new card allows consumers to record superior Full HD videos, even in 3D
High-Quality Photo Capture: Mobile phones will capture 525 billion photos in 2012, roughly half of all photos captured this year, according to IDC4. The card is ideal for mobile imaging applications, offering up to 90MB/sec write speed for capturing multiple photos using burst mode with a UHS-I enabled mobile device
Faster File Transfers: With up to 95 megabyte per second (MB/sec) read speed, the card moves files quickly between host devices
Seamless Multitasking; Fast Downloads: The card allows consumers to smoothly run multiple applications at the same time and download files quickly using 4G LTE phones
"SanDisk offers the broadest mobile memory card lineup in the industry," said Chris Loh, director, product marketing, SanDisk. "Our portfolio includes microSD cards with the fastest speeds, highest storage capacities and reliability that consumers demand."
Ideal for users running multiple apps such as mobile games, email, photo capture and Full-HD2video recording
Mobile phones will capture 525 billion images in 2012 and nearly one third of all video footage in 2014, according to IDC
MILPITAS, Calif., June 20, 2012 - SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash memory storage solutions, today announced the world's fastest mobile memory card. The SanDisk Extreme Pro® microSDHCTM UHS-I card is ideal for smartphone and tablet users who want to boost their device's storage capacity while enjoying the fastest mobile experience.
Maximum Performance for Next-Generation Mobile Devices
The SanDisk Extreme Pro microSDHC UHS-I card enables smartphone and tablet users to fully enjoy their mobile device's advanced applications.
Full HD Video Capture: Mobile phones will capture approximately one third of all video footage by 2014, according to IDC3. With a UHS Speed Class 1 rating (Class 10 equivalent), the new card allows consumers to record superior Full HD videos, even in 3D
High-Quality Photo Capture: Mobile phones will capture 525 billion photos in 2012, roughly half of all photos captured this year, according to IDC4. The card is ideal for mobile imaging applications, offering up to 90MB/sec write speed for capturing multiple photos using burst mode with a UHS-I enabled mobile device
Faster File Transfers: With up to 95 megabyte per second (MB/sec) read speed, the card moves files quickly between host devices
Seamless Multitasking; Fast Downloads: The card allows consumers to smoothly run multiple applications at the same time and download files quickly using 4G LTE phones
"SanDisk offers the broadest mobile memory card lineup in the industry," said Chris Loh, director, product marketing, SanDisk. "Our portfolio includes microSD cards with the fastest speeds, highest storage capacities and reliability that consumers demand."
GIGABYTE FORCE M9 ICE Performance Wireless Laser Mouse Makes It Possible To Surf on Any Surface
GIGABYTE ICE Technology™ - Experience Ultimate Pleasure of Gliding Mouse on Clear Ice!
Taipei, Taiwan, 21 June, 2012 — Have you ever imagined to visit Arctic Circle, sipping wine at a bar made of ice, and use your laptop at the same time? Wouldn’t it be great if there is a mouse that can work perfectly on crystal clear surface, such as ice or glass? GIGABYTE understands your needs to use mouse on all kinds of surface, and we are proud to introduce to you GIGABYTE FORCE M9 ICE, Performance Wireless Laser Mouse.
Equipped with cutting-edge GIGABYTE ICE Technology™, which is a kind of laser tracking system that can detect microscopic particles or scratches on crystal clear surface. FORCE M9 ICE is possible to work on practically every surface, especially the transparent ones, like glass and ice. Its exceptionally great performance on common surface makes you want to take it wherever you go. No matter whether you’d like to use it on the sofa, or play Diablo 3 on glass table in your living room, you will be amazed by how great FORCE M9 ICE can achieve. There are other useful functions waiting to be discovered after using FORCE M9 ICE, such as GIGABYTE Free-Scrolling Technology™, which allows you to browse the files and webpage more effortlessly, and adjustable 4-stage DPI (800/ 1200/ 1600/ 2000). Get the first-hand feeling of the state-of-art design from inside-out yourself! GIGABYTE FORCE M9 ICE brings the ultimate experience of smoothly gliding mouse on not just common surface, but virtually EVERY surface. It’s something that you can never miss!
Taipei, Taiwan, 21 June, 2012 — Have you ever imagined to visit Arctic Circle, sipping wine at a bar made of ice, and use your laptop at the same time? Wouldn’t it be great if there is a mouse that can work perfectly on crystal clear surface, such as ice or glass? GIGABYTE understands your needs to use mouse on all kinds of surface, and we are proud to introduce to you GIGABYTE FORCE M9 ICE, Performance Wireless Laser Mouse.
Equipped with cutting-edge GIGABYTE ICE Technology™, which is a kind of laser tracking system that can detect microscopic particles or scratches on crystal clear surface. FORCE M9 ICE is possible to work on practically every surface, especially the transparent ones, like glass and ice. Its exceptionally great performance on common surface makes you want to take it wherever you go. No matter whether you’d like to use it on the sofa, or play Diablo 3 on glass table in your living room, you will be amazed by how great FORCE M9 ICE can achieve. There are other useful functions waiting to be discovered after using FORCE M9 ICE, such as GIGABYTE Free-Scrolling Technology™, which allows you to browse the files and webpage more effortlessly, and adjustable 4-stage DPI (800/ 1200/ 1600/ 2000). Get the first-hand feeling of the state-of-art design from inside-out yourself! GIGABYTE FORCE M9 ICE brings the ultimate experience of smoothly gliding mouse on not just common surface, but virtually EVERY surface. It’s something that you can never miss!
The new Samsung Series 7 monitor range is the first to feature MHL technology
The new Samsung Series 7 monitor range is the first to feature MHL technology
21 June 2012, London UK - Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, has announced the availability of its award-winning HDTV Monitor Series 7 (TB750) and premium LED Monitor Series 7 (SB750V) in the UK. The monitors are the first to feature Mobile High-definition Link (MHL) technology which allows users to easily share content between their mobile and HDTV devices.
The monitors also boast a wide range of innovative features including Intel® WiDi (wireless display), All Share Play and Connect Share. Additionally, the HDTV version offers Smart TV functionality with access to over 1,500 apps through Samsung's Smart Hub, and also won the Innovation Award at CES 2012 earlier this year. The stunning curve design and black high-gloss frame which elegantly compliments the white base, further sets these monitors apart from conventional devices and brings sophistication to the home or workplace.
Phil Gaut, General Manager, Samsung UK Display Division said, "With the new Series 7 range, Samsung is changing the way we watch and share content and how we use our mobile devices for work, as well as play. With MHL, users can easily transfer content from their mobile device to a large screen without interruption. The TB750 offers the ultimate in home entertainment - giving users a HD TV, a large screen to play games and the opportunity to access files and other content stored on a mobile device. By dramatically enhancing connectivity between devices, we are delivering a smart user experiences to consumers and businesses."
Connectivity
With the increasing use of smart devices, from smartphones to tablets to TVs and cameras, Samsung is leading the way in connectivity between devices.
MHL technology enables users to connect MHL-enabled smartphones, such as the Galaxy S II and Galaxy Note, to the monitor, to view content on a bigger screen and in a higher resolution. MHL allows users to enjoy games, videos, pictures and other content on the move and then easily connect their mobile device to a monitor with the convenient MHL cable included with the monitor. Therefore, users can start watching a movie on their mobile device while on their way home from work then finish watching the movie in stunning Full HD when they reach the comfort of their home, by simply plugging in the cable and continuing where they left off. The MHL cable which connects the micro USB output of the mobile to HDMI input in the monitor also supports 1080p HD video and digital audio while simultaneously provides power to the mobile device.
21 June 2012, London UK - Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, has announced the availability of its award-winning HDTV Monitor Series 7 (TB750) and premium LED Monitor Series 7 (SB750V) in the UK. The monitors are the first to feature Mobile High-definition Link (MHL) technology which allows users to easily share content between their mobile and HDTV devices.
The monitors also boast a wide range of innovative features including Intel® WiDi (wireless display), All Share Play and Connect Share. Additionally, the HDTV version offers Smart TV functionality with access to over 1,500 apps through Samsung's Smart Hub, and also won the Innovation Award at CES 2012 earlier this year. The stunning curve design and black high-gloss frame which elegantly compliments the white base, further sets these monitors apart from conventional devices and brings sophistication to the home or workplace.
Phil Gaut, General Manager, Samsung UK Display Division said, "With the new Series 7 range, Samsung is changing the way we watch and share content and how we use our mobile devices for work, as well as play. With MHL, users can easily transfer content from their mobile device to a large screen without interruption. The TB750 offers the ultimate in home entertainment - giving users a HD TV, a large screen to play games and the opportunity to access files and other content stored on a mobile device. By dramatically enhancing connectivity between devices, we are delivering a smart user experiences to consumers and businesses."
Connectivity
With the increasing use of smart devices, from smartphones to tablets to TVs and cameras, Samsung is leading the way in connectivity between devices.
MHL technology enables users to connect MHL-enabled smartphones, such as the Galaxy S II and Galaxy Note, to the monitor, to view content on a bigger screen and in a higher resolution. MHL allows users to enjoy games, videos, pictures and other content on the move and then easily connect their mobile device to a monitor with the convenient MHL cable included with the monitor. Therefore, users can start watching a movie on their mobile device while on their way home from work then finish watching the movie in stunning Full HD when they reach the comfort of their home, by simply plugging in the cable and continuing where they left off. The MHL cable which connects the micro USB output of the mobile to HDMI input in the monitor also supports 1080p HD video and digital audio while simultaneously provides power to the mobile device.
Acer Aspire S5 UltrabookTM, ultra-slim, ultra powerful, ultra-responsive - Acer’s thinnest Ultrabook™ with a unique hidden MagicFlip panel
The Acer Aspire S5 Ultrabook™ is not only extremely thin and light, but it’s also powerful enough to handle all of your daily tasks and tough enough to withstand the rigors of a life on the go.
With its Onyx Black brushed metal finish, curved chassis and magnesium-aluminium (MgAl) alloy casing, the Aspire S5 is only 11 millimetres thin and weighs just 1.2 kg. It brings together all that really matters to users, without the extra baggage.
The new Acer Aspire S5 looks sleek from any angle. You will notice the lack of visible external ports, that’s because the Aspire S5 has the MagicFlip port launcher. Hidden on the back of the Aspire S5, the motorised Magicflip compartment not only hides an HDMI port, USB 3.0 connections and an ultra-fast 20Gbps ThunderboltTM port, but also helps us to keep the Aspire S5 so thin. The MagicFlip opens and closes at the touch of a button, to allow access to the ports when you need them, but keeps them hidden, safe and secure, when you don’t.
The Magicflip also helps the Aspire S5 to deliver a really comfortable, ergonomic typing experience: when the door opens, it increases the keyboard angle for an improved typing posture, while the highly responsive chiclet keyboard allows fast and comfortable typing.
The Acer Aspire S5 was designed from the outset to be one of the world’s thinnest Ultrabook™. It features new display technology that seamlessly integrates the 13.3" frame, cutting the bezel thickness by a third, while the built-in lithium polymer battery is shaped to fit perfectly into the ultra-thin chassis keeping the profile to a minimum, but still offering up to six and a half hours of portable power and up to 80 days in standby1.
For the Aspire S5, Acer continued the no compromise approach on the inside. With powerful third generation Intel® Core™ processors, up to 256GB SSD for super-fast accessibility, Dolby® Home Theater® v4 audio enhancement for an immersive sound surround experience and an HDMI® port so you can take your content to the big screen. Transferring data to and from the Aspire S5 has never been faster, whether it is through one of the two USB 3.0 ports or the ultra-fast Thunderbolt port that lets you download an HD movie in under 30 seconds.
There is nothing more frustrating than wasting time, no matter where we are, so Acer have made the Aspire S5 instantly responsive. Acer Green Instant-On lets the Aspire S5 jump to life in a heartbeat, resuming from sleep in just 1.5 seconds; Acer Always Connect reconnects to favourite access point in just 2.5 seconds, roaming the web in less time than it takes to think about it.
The Aspire S5 is not just another Acer Ultrabook™. It’s a great companion to explore the world around us.
With its Onyx Black brushed metal finish, curved chassis and magnesium-aluminium (MgAl) alloy casing, the Aspire S5 is only 11 millimetres thin and weighs just 1.2 kg. It brings together all that really matters to users, without the extra baggage.
The new Acer Aspire S5 looks sleek from any angle. You will notice the lack of visible external ports, that’s because the Aspire S5 has the MagicFlip port launcher. Hidden on the back of the Aspire S5, the motorised Magicflip compartment not only hides an HDMI port, USB 3.0 connections and an ultra-fast 20Gbps ThunderboltTM port, but also helps us to keep the Aspire S5 so thin. The MagicFlip opens and closes at the touch of a button, to allow access to the ports when you need them, but keeps them hidden, safe and secure, when you don’t.
The Magicflip also helps the Aspire S5 to deliver a really comfortable, ergonomic typing experience: when the door opens, it increases the keyboard angle for an improved typing posture, while the highly responsive chiclet keyboard allows fast and comfortable typing.
The Acer Aspire S5 was designed from the outset to be one of the world’s thinnest Ultrabook™. It features new display technology that seamlessly integrates the 13.3" frame, cutting the bezel thickness by a third, while the built-in lithium polymer battery is shaped to fit perfectly into the ultra-thin chassis keeping the profile to a minimum, but still offering up to six and a half hours of portable power and up to 80 days in standby1.
For the Aspire S5, Acer continued the no compromise approach on the inside. With powerful third generation Intel® Core™ processors, up to 256GB SSD for super-fast accessibility, Dolby® Home Theater® v4 audio enhancement for an immersive sound surround experience and an HDMI® port so you can take your content to the big screen. Transferring data to and from the Aspire S5 has never been faster, whether it is through one of the two USB 3.0 ports or the ultra-fast Thunderbolt port that lets you download an HD movie in under 30 seconds.
There is nothing more frustrating than wasting time, no matter where we are, so Acer have made the Aspire S5 instantly responsive. Acer Green Instant-On lets the Aspire S5 jump to life in a heartbeat, resuming from sleep in just 1.5 seconds; Acer Always Connect reconnects to favourite access point in just 2.5 seconds, roaming the web in less time than it takes to think about it.
The Aspire S5 is not just another Acer Ultrabook™. It’s a great companion to explore the world around us.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Synology® Presents DiskStation DS112+
Compact & Responsive, the Central Data Hub for SMBs
Milton Keynes, UK-June 19, 2012 - Synology® Inc. today launched DiskStation DS112+, an all-in-one NAS server that offers high performance with energy-efficient and quiet design for small and medium businesses.
"With DiskStation DS112+, Synology has introduced an invaluable selection for SMB users where high performance meets eco-friendly design," said Peter Chen, product manager of Synology Inc. "This is the best option for providing users with fast and reliable solutions to share, sync and backup data with minimal time spent on setup process and management."
Synology DiskStation DS112+ is powered by a 2.0 GHz processor and includes 512 MB of memory, boasting read and write speeds up to 107 MB/sec and 76 MB/sec respectively in a Windows® environment. In addition, the DS112+ features two USB 3.0 ports to deliver fast file transfer speed up to 5 Gb/sec, a throughput speed at 10 times faster than USB 2.0.
The DS112+'s distinct chassis design enhances the overall airflow to keep the system running cool while minimizing the noise level to 18.4 dB(A) with its two side ventilation openings and a 60 mm low-rotation rear fan. As one of Synology's top rated power-saving DiskStation, the DS112+ consumes only 14.6 watts in operation and further reduces to 6.34 watts when hard drive enters hibernation mode.
The DS112+ is running on DiskStation Manager 4.0 (DSM 4.0), the operating system of every Synology NAS Server. DSM 4.0 provides rich features to boost users' productivity and simplify their tasks, all on a sleek user interface optimized for multitasking. Acknowledged for its continuous worldwide recognition, Synology received WINMAG Pro's "2011 SMB Proof Award" for the same series DS411+II.
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Milton Keynes, UK-June 19, 2012 - Synology® Inc. today launched DiskStation DS112+, an all-in-one NAS server that offers high performance with energy-efficient and quiet design for small and medium businesses.
"With DiskStation DS112+, Synology has introduced an invaluable selection for SMB users where high performance meets eco-friendly design," said Peter Chen, product manager of Synology Inc. "This is the best option for providing users with fast and reliable solutions to share, sync and backup data with minimal time spent on setup process and management."
Synology DiskStation DS112+ is powered by a 2.0 GHz processor and includes 512 MB of memory, boasting read and write speeds up to 107 MB/sec and 76 MB/sec respectively in a Windows® environment. In addition, the DS112+ features two USB 3.0 ports to deliver fast file transfer speed up to 5 Gb/sec, a throughput speed at 10 times faster than USB 2.0.
The DS112+'s distinct chassis design enhances the overall airflow to keep the system running cool while minimizing the noise level to 18.4 dB(A) with its two side ventilation openings and a 60 mm low-rotation rear fan. As one of Synology's top rated power-saving DiskStation, the DS112+ consumes only 14.6 watts in operation and further reduces to 6.34 watts when hard drive enters hibernation mode.
The DS112+ is running on DiskStation Manager 4.0 (DSM 4.0), the operating system of every Synology NAS Server. DSM 4.0 provides rich features to boost users' productivity and simplify their tasks, all on a sleek user interface optimized for multitasking. Acknowledged for its continuous worldwide recognition, Synology received WINMAG Pro's "2011 SMB Proof Award" for the same series DS411+II.
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Intel Chip Shot: The Cloud Goes Mobile
The cloud is moving beyond its trendy reputation and evolving to become a quiet, omnipresent force that will drive the way people and companies seamlessly share and store data. Leaders from Intel, National Geographic Explorer, and Ford discuss how the cloud enables the world to connect and share data in safer, more efficient—and soon ubiquitous—ways. 60 Second Insights, a video series launched earlier this year, brings together a variety of unique perspectives from entertainment, art, technology, business, culture, youth and more to explain how mobility touches various parts of our lives.
OtterBox to Preview New Case Series During CE Week in NYC
FORT COLLINS, Colo. -- New York City will be a high-speed hot spot as the consumer electronics industry gathers for its annual celebration of technology June 25-29, 2012. The CE Week gathering hosts some of the brightest minds and preeminent names in the business, including OtterBox®, the industry’s leading case manufacturer. Visit OtterBox at gdgt live Monday, June 25 and during CEA Line Shows June 27-28 as they make a splash debuting their new waterproof smartphone case, the Armor Series®.
OtterBox provides a proven, creative way to bring protection to mobile technology. Custom cases are offered in a variety of innovative styles and designs that allow tech consumers to live their lives without the worry of device destruction.
Armor Series: OtterBox has been in the industry since the rise of handheld technology, pushing the boundaries of protection through innovation. The new Armor Series meets unrivaled criteria for protection: drop proof, dust proof, crush proof and waterproof. This is the toughest case we’ve ever built, case closed. The Armor Series will be displayed during CE Week and will be available soon at www.otterbox.com/armor-series.
Defender Series®: Made for adventure, the Defender Series packs a punch for mobile protection. Its multi-layered design, made of a clear protective membrane, polycarbonate shell and durable silicone, provides quality protection. This case has no problem saving smartphones, tablets and eReaders from drops, dust and scratches.*
Commuter Series®: The OtterBox Commuter Series also provides multi-layered protection but with the slender look and feel of a durable mid-layer silicone and a one-piece polycarbonate shell. A smooth finish helps it slide easily in and out of a pocket or bag while providing protection against unwanted scratches, bumps and shock. Commuter Series cases include a self-adhering screen film.**
Reflex Series®: Known for providing adaptive protection, the Reflex Series has an impressive impact on mobile technology. This specialized series is compact and lightweight - silicone and polycarbonate combine in a single layer which slides together for quick and easy installation. This makes the Reflex Series easy to use with any third-party docking system. Its ultra-slim design makes it a pocket-friendly option with a self-adhering screen film that provides solid screen protection and carefree use.**
Impact Series®: Its simple design is surprisingly sturdy. Made from a tough, single layer of silicone with inner coring, the Impact Series is ideal for absorbing everyday shock and scuffs. This slender case, made from high-quality silicone, helps bring a new meaning to the word “simple.”***
*Defender Series NOT protected against water. Will provide added protection against bump, drop and shock.
**Commuter Series, Reflex Series and Impact Series NOT protected against water. Will provide added protection against bump and shock.
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OtterBox provides a proven, creative way to bring protection to mobile technology. Custom cases are offered in a variety of innovative styles and designs that allow tech consumers to live their lives without the worry of device destruction.
Armor Series: OtterBox has been in the industry since the rise of handheld technology, pushing the boundaries of protection through innovation. The new Armor Series meets unrivaled criteria for protection: drop proof, dust proof, crush proof and waterproof. This is the toughest case we’ve ever built, case closed. The Armor Series will be displayed during CE Week and will be available soon at www.otterbox.com/armor-series.
Defender Series®: Made for adventure, the Defender Series packs a punch for mobile protection. Its multi-layered design, made of a clear protective membrane, polycarbonate shell and durable silicone, provides quality protection. This case has no problem saving smartphones, tablets and eReaders from drops, dust and scratches.*
Commuter Series®: The OtterBox Commuter Series also provides multi-layered protection but with the slender look and feel of a durable mid-layer silicone and a one-piece polycarbonate shell. A smooth finish helps it slide easily in and out of a pocket or bag while providing protection against unwanted scratches, bumps and shock. Commuter Series cases include a self-adhering screen film.**
Reflex Series®: Known for providing adaptive protection, the Reflex Series has an impressive impact on mobile technology. This specialized series is compact and lightweight - silicone and polycarbonate combine in a single layer which slides together for quick and easy installation. This makes the Reflex Series easy to use with any third-party docking system. Its ultra-slim design makes it a pocket-friendly option with a self-adhering screen film that provides solid screen protection and carefree use.**
Impact Series®: Its simple design is surprisingly sturdy. Made from a tough, single layer of silicone with inner coring, the Impact Series is ideal for absorbing everyday shock and scuffs. This slender case, made from high-quality silicone, helps bring a new meaning to the word “simple.”***
*Defender Series NOT protected against water. Will provide added protection against bump, drop and shock.
**Commuter Series, Reflex Series and Impact Series NOT protected against water. Will provide added protection against bump and shock.
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Monday, 18 June 2012
KYOCERA Establishes Industrial Cutting Tool Technical Center in India
18 June 2012 - Kyoto / Neuss – Kyocera Corporation announced that it has opened an industrial cutting tool technical center in Gurgaon, India to strengthen its customer support structure in the Indian market — which is expected to continue showing high growth. The KYOCERA Asia Pacific India Technical Center is the first of its kind to be established by a Japan-based company in India*, and has started operation on June 15, 2012.
India is a key market for the Kyocera Group’s cutting tool business, and through the opening of the new technical center, the company aims to establish a thorough service structure to support the enhancement of its customers manufacturing ability.
Including the new center in India, the Kyocera Group presently operates 12 cutting tool technical centers around the world, with similar facilities in Japan (3), China (2), U.S.A., Germany, Denmark, Brazil, Korea and Singapore.
India is a key market for the Kyocera Group’s cutting tool business, and through the opening of the new technical center, the company aims to establish a thorough service structure to support the enhancement of its customers manufacturing ability.
Including the new center in India, the Kyocera Group presently operates 12 cutting tool technical centers around the world, with similar facilities in Japan (3), China (2), U.S.A., Germany, Denmark, Brazil, Korea and Singapore.
Chip Shot: Intel Names the Technology to Revolutionize the Future of HPC - Intel® Xeon® Phi™ Product Family
During the International Supercomputing Conference (ISC12) in Hamburg, Germany, Intel highlighted the rapid adoption of the Intel® Xeon® processor E5 product family on the top500 list of most powerful supercomputers with 45 systems ranked on the list only 3 months after technology introduction. The company also announced the new brand name for all products based on Intel® Many Integrated Core architecture - the Intel® Xeon® Phi™ product family - new technology that is aimed to bring industry leading performance and energy efficiency when processing highly parallel applications. Raj Hazra, Intel VP and general manager of High Performance Computing at Intel shares his thoughts here on how Intel® Xeon® Phi™ product family will help to accelerate the pace of discovery and innovation and pave the way to Exascale computing by 2018.
Interdigital Agrees to $375 Million Patent Transaction with Intel
Global Technology Leader to Acquire Approximately 1,700 Patents and Applications Related to 3G, LTE, 802.11 from InterDigital.
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. and SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 18, 2012 — InterDigital, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDCC) and Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC) today announced that certain of InterDigital's subsidiaries have signed a definitive agreement to sell to Intel roughly 1,700 patents and patent applications for $375 million in cash.
The agreement involves patents primarily related to 3G, LTE and 802.11 technologies. InterDigital is an active developer of advanced wireless technologies including WCDMA (Wideband CDMA), HSDPA (High Speed Download Packet Access) and HSUPA (High Speed Upload Packet Access) 3G technologies as well as LTE (Long Term Evolution) and LTE-Advanced 4G technologies.
"The acquisition of this portfolio of InterDigital's technologies by a global technology leader like Intel affirms the efforts of our research and development team which actively shares our innovations with the worldwide standards bodies, defining technologies that are central to the world's major wireless systems and devices," said Scott McQuilkin, Senior Executive Vice President, Strategy and Finance at InterDigital. "This transaction, which involves a small portion of our overall patent portfolio, marks an important milestone of InterDigital's stated strategy of expanding the monetization of its large and growing intellectual property portfolio. By executing on our business plan, which has been broadened to include patent sales, licensing partnerships and other possibilities, we see tremendous potential to expand revenue and build shareholder value."
"These patents will support Intel's strategic investments in the mobile segment," said Doug Melamed, Intel Senior Vice President and General Counsel. "The addition of these patents expands our already large, strong and diverse portfolio of intellectual property."
The companies expect the transaction to be completed in third quarter 2012, subject to customary closing conditions and any required regulatory approvals.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such statements include information regarding InterDigital's and Intel's current beliefs, plans and expectations, including with respect to (i) the completion, and expected timing of the completion of the transaction; (ii) InterDigital's belief that this transaction marks an important milestone of its stated strategy of expanding the monetization of its large and growing intellectual property portfolio; and (iii) InterDigital's belief that by executing on its business plan, there is tremendous potential to expand its revenue and build shareholder value.
Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual outcomes could differ materially from those expressed in or anticipated by such forward-looking statements due to a variety of factors, including, without limitation, (i) the approval of the transaction by regulatory authorities and the satisfaction of other closing conditions; (ii) InterDigital's ability to enter into additional sales and/or licensing partnership or other arrangements for non-core portions of its patent assets; and (iii) changes in InterDigital's business plan. Neither InterDigital nor Intel undertake any duty to update publicly any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable law, regulation or other competent legal authority.
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. and SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 18, 2012 — InterDigital, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDCC) and Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC) today announced that certain of InterDigital's subsidiaries have signed a definitive agreement to sell to Intel roughly 1,700 patents and patent applications for $375 million in cash.
The agreement involves patents primarily related to 3G, LTE and 802.11 technologies. InterDigital is an active developer of advanced wireless technologies including WCDMA (Wideband CDMA), HSDPA (High Speed Download Packet Access) and HSUPA (High Speed Upload Packet Access) 3G technologies as well as LTE (Long Term Evolution) and LTE-Advanced 4G technologies.
"The acquisition of this portfolio of InterDigital's technologies by a global technology leader like Intel affirms the efforts of our research and development team which actively shares our innovations with the worldwide standards bodies, defining technologies that are central to the world's major wireless systems and devices," said Scott McQuilkin, Senior Executive Vice President, Strategy and Finance at InterDigital. "This transaction, which involves a small portion of our overall patent portfolio, marks an important milestone of InterDigital's stated strategy of expanding the monetization of its large and growing intellectual property portfolio. By executing on our business plan, which has been broadened to include patent sales, licensing partnerships and other possibilities, we see tremendous potential to expand revenue and build shareholder value."
"These patents will support Intel's strategic investments in the mobile segment," said Doug Melamed, Intel Senior Vice President and General Counsel. "The addition of these patents expands our already large, strong and diverse portfolio of intellectual property."
The companies expect the transaction to be completed in third quarter 2012, subject to customary closing conditions and any required regulatory approvals.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such statements include information regarding InterDigital's and Intel's current beliefs, plans and expectations, including with respect to (i) the completion, and expected timing of the completion of the transaction; (ii) InterDigital's belief that this transaction marks an important milestone of its stated strategy of expanding the monetization of its large and growing intellectual property portfolio; and (iii) InterDigital's belief that by executing on its business plan, there is tremendous potential to expand its revenue and build shareholder value.
Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual outcomes could differ materially from those expressed in or anticipated by such forward-looking statements due to a variety of factors, including, without limitation, (i) the approval of the transaction by regulatory authorities and the satisfaction of other closing conditions; (ii) InterDigital's ability to enter into additional sales and/or licensing partnership or other arrangements for non-core portions of its patent assets; and (iii) changes in InterDigital's business plan. Neither InterDigital nor Intel undertake any duty to update publicly any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable law, regulation or other competent legal authority.
QNAP Partners with TappIn to Offer Customers Unique Mobile
Taipei, Taiwan - June 18, 2012 - QNAP® Systems, Inc. announced today a partnership with TappInTM, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of GlobalSCAPE (NYSE MKT: GSB), a leading innovator of secure information exchange solutions for businesses and consumers. TappIn by GlobalSCAPE's secure content mobility solution will be available to QNAP's customers using the storage vendor's popular NAS devices. TappIn provides a secure, integrated service for customers to receive on-the-go access to digital contents stored on a QNAP Turbo NAS device from any web-browser, tablet, or smartphone, including Apple iOS®, Google® AndroidTM, Windows Phone 7®, and Kindle Fire. QNAP customers simply register for TappIn and begin accessing their contents on any Turbo NAS device via a TappIn web application or mobile apps.
According to new research from International Data Corporation (IDC), the volume of digital information may balloon from 2.7 zettabytes this year -- the equivalent of filling 2.7 billion of Apple®Inc.'s priciest desktop iMacs to capacity -- to 8 zettabytes by 2015. The explosion of digital content is paralleled by the proliferation of devices on which people can access it. As this market's demand continues to increase, QNAP's integration of TappIn by GlobalSCAPE into its NAS devices will provide a solution for its customers that allows comprehensive local storage, and enables simple and secure content mobility, helping QNAP to continue its trend as one of the top providers of NAS and unified storage devices in the industry.
"As mobility increasingly makes every facet of our lives available at the touch of a screen, QNAP customers are looking for solutions that not only allow them to securely store their data, but access it anytime, anywhere," said Jérôme Jaussaud, product manager of QNAP. "By partnering with TappIn, QNAP can now offer its customers secure access to the digital content they store on our Turbo NAS devices from any remote computer or mobile device, without the hassle or expense of moving or syncing that content to the cloud."
With TappIn by GlobalSCAPE, users can safely access data directly from most operating systems, platforms, and mobile devices. TappIn's innovative secure cloud pathway eliminates the need to upload, sync, or pay for additional cloud storage. With the TappIn service, QNAP Turbo NAS customers can securely access and share files of any size with encryption to safeguard content.
TappIn free edition is available for 1 user account for thirty days, and additionally, the TappIn Standard Edition subscription will be available to QNAP customers for a special $17.99 price annually or a $1.50 monthly charge.
"QNAP has made it its mission to provide customers with the highest level of functionality and the widest array of options to meet a variety of storage needs," said Chris Hopen, president of TappIn, Inc. "The integrated QNAP/TappIn offering empowers mobile users to easily and securely store and access digital content contained on QNAP Turbo NAS devices while adding little cost to their bottom line. This partnership highlights TappIn's ability to bring our partners and their customers the secure, versatile access that today's mobile world demands."
According to new research from International Data Corporation (IDC), the volume of digital information may balloon from 2.7 zettabytes this year -- the equivalent of filling 2.7 billion of Apple®Inc.'s priciest desktop iMacs to capacity -- to 8 zettabytes by 2015. The explosion of digital content is paralleled by the proliferation of devices on which people can access it. As this market's demand continues to increase, QNAP's integration of TappIn by GlobalSCAPE into its NAS devices will provide a solution for its customers that allows comprehensive local storage, and enables simple and secure content mobility, helping QNAP to continue its trend as one of the top providers of NAS and unified storage devices in the industry.
"As mobility increasingly makes every facet of our lives available at the touch of a screen, QNAP customers are looking for solutions that not only allow them to securely store their data, but access it anytime, anywhere," said Jérôme Jaussaud, product manager of QNAP. "By partnering with TappIn, QNAP can now offer its customers secure access to the digital content they store on our Turbo NAS devices from any remote computer or mobile device, without the hassle or expense of moving or syncing that content to the cloud."
With TappIn by GlobalSCAPE, users can safely access data directly from most operating systems, platforms, and mobile devices. TappIn's innovative secure cloud pathway eliminates the need to upload, sync, or pay for additional cloud storage. With the TappIn service, QNAP Turbo NAS customers can securely access and share files of any size with encryption to safeguard content.
TappIn free edition is available for 1 user account for thirty days, and additionally, the TappIn Standard Edition subscription will be available to QNAP customers for a special $17.99 price annually or a $1.50 monthly charge.
"QNAP has made it its mission to provide customers with the highest level of functionality and the widest array of options to meet a variety of storage needs," said Chris Hopen, president of TappIn, Inc. "The integrated QNAP/TappIn offering empowers mobile users to easily and securely store and access digital content contained on QNAP Turbo NAS devices while adding little cost to their bottom line. This partnership highlights TappIn's ability to bring our partners and their customers the secure, versatile access that today's mobile world demands."
GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ 5 Technology Earns Best of Computex 2012 Award from Tom’s Hardware
High Current, Low Heat CPU Power Zone Design Features IR Digital Power Controller and IR3550 PowIRstage® ICs
Taipei, Taiwan, June 18th, 2012 - GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, today announced that GIGABYTE Ultra Durable 5 Technology utilizing award winning IR3550 PowIRstage® ICs has earned the Best of Computex 2012 award by leading tech authority, Tom's Hardware. The award falls into the ‘Systems and Components Innovation' category, and has been published on the Tom's Hardware website, http://www.tomshardware.com/picturestory/597-computex-awards.html.
GIGABYTE Ultra DurableTM 5 technology includes high current capable components for the CPU power zone including the highest rated and awarded IR3550 PowIRstage® ICs from International Rectifier, 2X Copper PCB and high current Ferrite Core Chokes rated up to 60A, which together are able to deliver up to 60°C* cooler temperatures than traditional motherboards. Featured on a range of new motherboards based the Intel® X79 and Z77 Express Chipsets, GIGABYTE Ultra DurableTM 5 technology is the next evolution in quality motherboard design.
"We are extremely happy with the Best of Computex 2012 award from Tom's Hardware because Ultra Durable 5 is our most important new technology this year," commented Henry Kao, Vice President of GIGABYTE Motherboard Business Unit. "We had overclockable Intel K sku CPUs in mind when we designed the Ultra Durable 5 CPU power zone, and this award provides excellent recognition for all the work that went into our new CPU power design."
"We like Gigabyte's promise that the PowIRstage IR3550, which is found on all motherboards with Ultra Durable 5 technology (UD5), increases efficiency and improves stability. This is particularly important in overclocked systems, where UD5 it could raise the bar for systems that run on liquid cooling. Such systems might not even require a CPU fan anymore, which today has to be used to cool the voltage regulators." said Benjamin Kraft, Managing Editor of Tom's Hardware Germany, representing Tom's Hardware worldwide at Computex.
Taipei, Taiwan, June 18th, 2012 - GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, today announced that GIGABYTE Ultra Durable 5 Technology utilizing award winning IR3550 PowIRstage® ICs has earned the Best of Computex 2012 award by leading tech authority, Tom's Hardware. The award falls into the ‘Systems and Components Innovation' category, and has been published on the Tom's Hardware website, http://www.tomshardware.com/picturestory/597-computex-awards.html.
GIGABYTE Ultra DurableTM 5 technology includes high current capable components for the CPU power zone including the highest rated and awarded IR3550 PowIRstage® ICs from International Rectifier, 2X Copper PCB and high current Ferrite Core Chokes rated up to 60A, which together are able to deliver up to 60°C* cooler temperatures than traditional motherboards. Featured on a range of new motherboards based the Intel® X79 and Z77 Express Chipsets, GIGABYTE Ultra DurableTM 5 technology is the next evolution in quality motherboard design.
"We are extremely happy with the Best of Computex 2012 award from Tom's Hardware because Ultra Durable 5 is our most important new technology this year," commented Henry Kao, Vice President of GIGABYTE Motherboard Business Unit. "We had overclockable Intel K sku CPUs in mind when we designed the Ultra Durable 5 CPU power zone, and this award provides excellent recognition for all the work that went into our new CPU power design."
"We like Gigabyte's promise that the PowIRstage IR3550, which is found on all motherboards with Ultra Durable 5 technology (UD5), increases efficiency and improves stability. This is particularly important in overclocked systems, where UD5 it could raise the bar for systems that run on liquid cooling. Such systems might not even require a CPU fan anymore, which today has to be used to cool the voltage regulators." said Benjamin Kraft, Managing Editor of Tom's Hardware Germany, representing Tom's Hardware worldwide at Computex.
Acer and NCHC demonstrate interactive Computational Fluid Dynamics application on a single server node at ISC’12
Acer and Taiwan’s National Center for High-performance Computing are demonstrating that real-time, interactive HPC applications are feasible within a single server node. Using the Acer AT350 F2 server equipped with NVIDIA® Tesla® and Quadro® GPUs and the latest Intel Xeon processors E5 family, NCHC has improved its own computational fluid dynamics (CFD) application capable of simulating air flow across any object in real time. Combining augmented reality with high-performance computing, this application has many practical applications for the design fields.
Speaking on behalf of NCHC, Dr. Matthew Smith explains, “The advantage of augmented reality in the HPC space is its ability to interact in real time with a running HPC job. In the past, the job runs from beginning to end, and has to be modified before or after – not during the job. This system allows engineers to see what is happening immediately to speed up the design processes.”
The Acer AT350 F2 server, used as the base of the model, was a perfect solution to demonstrate recent advances in computing technology. With room for two CPUs, 24 DDR3 DIMMs, and support for two high-end NVIDIA Tesla C2075 GPUs and/or NVIDIA Quadro series GPUs, this server delivers a ‘supercomputer in a box’.
Duncan Liu, HPC project director of Acer’s Enterprise Products Business Unit, expressed, “Acer is always looking to empower users with the best technology packaged in a usable manner. This application represents the very best of what we hope to achieve by enabling users to run high-performance computing within a single unit, saving cost and power.”
“Research and development groups no longer need to rely exclusively on a large supercomputing cluster to test various design parameters and scenarios,” said Sumit Gupta, senior director of the Tesla business at NVIDIA. “Acer and NCHC are demonstrating that GPUs make supercomputing-class performance more accessible than ever in affordable, small-form factor systems that deliver significant energy savings.”
For more information and a live demo, please visit the Acer booth #320 at the 2012 International Supercomputing Conference (ISC’12) in Germany.
Speaking on behalf of NCHC, Dr. Matthew Smith explains, “The advantage of augmented reality in the HPC space is its ability to interact in real time with a running HPC job. In the past, the job runs from beginning to end, and has to be modified before or after – not during the job. This system allows engineers to see what is happening immediately to speed up the design processes.”
The Acer AT350 F2 server, used as the base of the model, was a perfect solution to demonstrate recent advances in computing technology. With room for two CPUs, 24 DDR3 DIMMs, and support for two high-end NVIDIA Tesla C2075 GPUs and/or NVIDIA Quadro series GPUs, this server delivers a ‘supercomputer in a box’.
Duncan Liu, HPC project director of Acer’s Enterprise Products Business Unit, expressed, “Acer is always looking to empower users with the best technology packaged in a usable manner. This application represents the very best of what we hope to achieve by enabling users to run high-performance computing within a single unit, saving cost and power.”
“Research and development groups no longer need to rely exclusively on a large supercomputing cluster to test various design parameters and scenarios,” said Sumit Gupta, senior director of the Tesla business at NVIDIA. “Acer and NCHC are demonstrating that GPUs make supercomputing-class performance more accessible than ever in affordable, small-form factor systems that deliver significant energy savings.”
For more information and a live demo, please visit the Acer booth #320 at the 2012 International Supercomputing Conference (ISC’12) in Germany.
Acer to resell Altair’s PBS Professional and expand options for HPC users
Acer and Altair Engineering, Inc. today announced that Acer Group has become a global authorized reseller of Altair’s market-leading resource and workload management software product, PBS Professional.
A leader in worldwide computing, Acer has added PBS Professional® as a pre-integrated option on all its high-performance computing (HPC) systems that are configured, deployed and managed as part of the overall system. The integrated solution will drive significant operational efficiencies and cost savings to users seeking to maximize the value of their HPC systems.
"The objective of Acer is to provide truly market-leading solutions that effectively satisfy the needs of end users who are continually seeking adequate combinations of energy efficiency, high-performance, and scalability," commented Sean Stacey, Acer Business Development Manager EMEA-Technical & Productivity Computing. "Along with a global team of experts, Acer also relies on support from key technological partners such as Altair. Thanks to this partnership, Acer is able to offer professional-grade job scheduling to customers seeking robust performance in their clustered environment.”
“Now that Acer is an authorized reseller of PBS Professional, more companies worldwide will have access to turnkey HPC solutions,” said Bill Nitzberg, chief technology officer for PBS Works at Altair. “The Acer-Altair integration offers a new option for HPC consumers who need robust, scalable, high-end systems to support their compute-intensive work.”
Acer’s long lasting commitment to the professional world led to a specific focus on the dynamic and fast-growing HPC market. Acer has designed a strong solution offering: their High Performance and Technical Computing portfolio includes high-density and rack servers as well as high performance storage solutions. Acer’s tailor-made solutions package hardware, software and services to make complex HPC environments simple and available to all customers.
Acer High Performance and Technical Computing solutions comprise applications including CFD, Crash Analysis, CAE, CAD, Financial Modeling, Reservoir and Seismic simulation and Risk Analysis. They can also apply to the general needs of specific verticals: automotive, finance, manufacturing, biochemical, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and academic.
“Engineers and scientists can focus on engineering and science, not on IT tasks,” said Nitzberg. With PBS Professional, Acer users now have a proven, secure platform for HPC resource and workload management that frees them from the burdens of the underlying IT infrastructure.”
Perhaps the most widely implemented software environment for managing HPC cluster, grid and cloud computing resources worldwide, PBS Professional allows enterprises to easily share distributed computing resources across geographic boundaries.
Acer now provides PBS Professional as a pre-integrated, user-selectable option on all its HPC servers. Upon selection, Acer automatically configures and deploys PBS Professional throughout the system, so users can get started immediately with no installation or configuration required.
PBS Professional is the flagship product for PBS Works, a comprehensive suite for optimizing HPC environments which offers additional tools for portal-based submission, analytics, and data management. Acer customers will also have direct access to PBS Works Compute Manager, an application-aware web-based job submission and management portal, as well as PBS Analytics, a graphical web-based accounting, analytics and reporting solution.
In addition to PBS Works, Altair provides several leading CAE applications in modeling and visualization, analysis, and optimization. Acer and Altair plan to explore how to broaden their collaboration in these areas.
A leader in worldwide computing, Acer has added PBS Professional® as a pre-integrated option on all its high-performance computing (HPC) systems that are configured, deployed and managed as part of the overall system. The integrated solution will drive significant operational efficiencies and cost savings to users seeking to maximize the value of their HPC systems.
"The objective of Acer is to provide truly market-leading solutions that effectively satisfy the needs of end users who are continually seeking adequate combinations of energy efficiency, high-performance, and scalability," commented Sean Stacey, Acer Business Development Manager EMEA-Technical & Productivity Computing. "Along with a global team of experts, Acer also relies on support from key technological partners such as Altair. Thanks to this partnership, Acer is able to offer professional-grade job scheduling to customers seeking robust performance in their clustered environment.”
“Now that Acer is an authorized reseller of PBS Professional, more companies worldwide will have access to turnkey HPC solutions,” said Bill Nitzberg, chief technology officer for PBS Works at Altair. “The Acer-Altair integration offers a new option for HPC consumers who need robust, scalable, high-end systems to support their compute-intensive work.”
Acer’s long lasting commitment to the professional world led to a specific focus on the dynamic and fast-growing HPC market. Acer has designed a strong solution offering: their High Performance and Technical Computing portfolio includes high-density and rack servers as well as high performance storage solutions. Acer’s tailor-made solutions package hardware, software and services to make complex HPC environments simple and available to all customers.
Acer High Performance and Technical Computing solutions comprise applications including CFD, Crash Analysis, CAE, CAD, Financial Modeling, Reservoir and Seismic simulation and Risk Analysis. They can also apply to the general needs of specific verticals: automotive, finance, manufacturing, biochemical, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and academic.
“Engineers and scientists can focus on engineering and science, not on IT tasks,” said Nitzberg. With PBS Professional, Acer users now have a proven, secure platform for HPC resource and workload management that frees them from the burdens of the underlying IT infrastructure.”
Perhaps the most widely implemented software environment for managing HPC cluster, grid and cloud computing resources worldwide, PBS Professional allows enterprises to easily share distributed computing resources across geographic boundaries.
Acer now provides PBS Professional as a pre-integrated, user-selectable option on all its HPC servers. Upon selection, Acer automatically configures and deploys PBS Professional throughout the system, so users can get started immediately with no installation or configuration required.
PBS Professional is the flagship product for PBS Works, a comprehensive suite for optimizing HPC environments which offers additional tools for portal-based submission, analytics, and data management. Acer customers will also have direct access to PBS Works Compute Manager, an application-aware web-based job submission and management portal, as well as PBS Analytics, a graphical web-based accounting, analytics and reporting solution.
In addition to PBS Works, Altair provides several leading CAE applications in modeling and visualization, analysis, and optimization. Acer and Altair plan to explore how to broaden their collaboration in these areas.
Acer Veriton Z46xx series: the All-in-One PC for business - A touch of style and performance
Combining great performance, invaluable security and stylish modern design, the new Acer Veriton Z46xx series of All-in-One PCs herald next generation computing in the SMB market.
Featuring a modern, minimalist design, the Veriton Z46xx series easily fits into any working space with a sophisticated look and feel. Sharp-cut geometric lines set-off the combination of silver with matt black colour, creating a luxurious effect. The All-in-One design conserves space by unifying the computer, monitor, speaker, webcam and microphone, cutting out the clutter and reducing it to a single-cord experience. A VESA wall mount is as standard, and it opens new options for business and enhances SMB operations.
Performance-wise, this is an advanced All-in-One PC series, rich with cutting-edge technology engineered to convey an enhanced computing experience. Exploiting up to the 3nd generation Intel® Core™ i processor family, this desktop can deliver optimal speed enabling smoother multitasking and ensuring maximised productivity.
Top-quality visual components make the most of your business. With a wide 23” (58.4 cm) or 21.5” (54.6 cm) Full HD touchscreen, fast 5ms response and powerful graphics solutions, full HD imagery can be manipulated for design-related work or high-power customer presentations. New Intel® HD Graphic provides smooth HD video playback and great image clarity. Thanks to the screen with multi-touch functionality, the Veriton Z46xx series not only offers a dynamic user experience, but also delivers one of the easiest ways of interacting with your PC and a smooth control.
In terms of storage, up to 1.5TB of capacity offers plenty of space for all your digital archives. Up to 8GB of DDR3 memory ensure seamless running of the most demanding applications, while a total of six USB ports (2x USB 3.0 and 4x USB 2.0) supplies handy connection to all peripherals. Furthermore, the two USB 3.0 ports increase transfer speeds by 10X (up to 5.0 GB/s) compared to USB 2.0 and are backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices.
To secure, protect, and manage this Veriton series, all PCs comes with Acer ProShield, a suite of essential security and manageability tools easily accessible through a unified user interface. Through Acer Backup Manager important data are kept secure also from accidents or crashes, allowing users to back-up data and files with ease, while Acer eRecovery Management provides recovery on-demand for complete peace of mind.
Featuring a modern, minimalist design, the Veriton Z46xx series easily fits into any working space with a sophisticated look and feel. Sharp-cut geometric lines set-off the combination of silver with matt black colour, creating a luxurious effect. The All-in-One design conserves space by unifying the computer, monitor, speaker, webcam and microphone, cutting out the clutter and reducing it to a single-cord experience. A VESA wall mount is as standard, and it opens new options for business and enhances SMB operations.
Performance-wise, this is an advanced All-in-One PC series, rich with cutting-edge technology engineered to convey an enhanced computing experience. Exploiting up to the 3nd generation Intel® Core™ i processor family, this desktop can deliver optimal speed enabling smoother multitasking and ensuring maximised productivity.
Top-quality visual components make the most of your business. With a wide 23” (58.4 cm) or 21.5” (54.6 cm) Full HD touchscreen, fast 5ms response and powerful graphics solutions, full HD imagery can be manipulated for design-related work or high-power customer presentations. New Intel® HD Graphic provides smooth HD video playback and great image clarity. Thanks to the screen with multi-touch functionality, the Veriton Z46xx series not only offers a dynamic user experience, but also delivers one of the easiest ways of interacting with your PC and a smooth control.
In terms of storage, up to 1.5TB of capacity offers plenty of space for all your digital archives. Up to 8GB of DDR3 memory ensure seamless running of the most demanding applications, while a total of six USB ports (2x USB 3.0 and 4x USB 2.0) supplies handy connection to all peripherals. Furthermore, the two USB 3.0 ports increase transfer speeds by 10X (up to 5.0 GB/s) compared to USB 2.0 and are backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices.
To secure, protect, and manage this Veriton series, all PCs comes with Acer ProShield, a suite of essential security and manageability tools easily accessible through a unified user interface. Through Acer Backup Manager important data are kept secure also from accidents or crashes, allowing users to back-up data and files with ease, while Acer eRecovery Management provides recovery on-demand for complete peace of mind.
Latest Intel® Xeon® Processors E5 Product Family Achieves Fastest Adoption of New Technology on Top500 List
Intel Announces Intel® Xeon® PhiTM Brand for Products Based on Intel® Many Integrated Core Architecture
SANTA CLARA, Calif. and HAMBURG, Germany, June 18, 2012 - The Intel® Xeon® processor E5-2600 product family reached a new supercomputing milestone as the fastest adopted new processing technology to power 44 systems, including 3 Petascale-class supercomputers on the 39th edition of the Top500 list announced today.
The "SuperMUC" supercomputer at LRZ in Germany, which ranked fourth on the list, delivers 2.9 PetaFLOPs of performance, making it the most powerful in Europe, as well as the largest installation based on the new Intel Xeon processors E5 family.
At the International Supercomputing Conference, Intel Corporation also announced that Intel® Xeon® PhiTM is the new brand name for all future Intel® Many Integrated Core Architecture (Intel MIC architecture) based products. Available by the end of 2012, the first generation of Intel Xeon Phi product family (coprocessors codenamed "Knights Corner") will complement the existing Intel Xeon processor E5-2600/4600 product families and deliver new levels of performance for highly parallel workloads. While the first generation primarily targets high performance computing (HPC), future generations of Intel Xeon Phi products will also address enterprise datacenters and workstations.
"The Intel Xeon processor E5 family is powering exponential performance gains in high performance computing and we're proud that it is having such a profound impact on the industry as demonstrated by its presence inside 44 of the Top500 supercomputers," said Raj Hazra, Intel Corporation VP and general manager of the Technical Computing at Data Center and Connected Systems Group. "As we add Intel Xeon Phi products to our portfolio, scientists, engineers and IT professionals will experience breakthrough levels of performance to effectively address challenges ranging from climate change to risk management. This is the next step of Intel's commitment to achieve exascale-level computation by 2018, and create a unique technology category that delivers unprecedented performance for today's highly parallel applications."
First Intel® Xeon® PhiTM Coprocessor Due This Year
Intel disclosed new technical details of the first commercially available product from its Intel Xeon Phi product family, a coprocessor codenamed "Knights Corner." In addition to delivering breakthrough performance for highly parallel applications, Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor's ease of use is bolstered by the benefits of familiar programming models, techniques and developer tools available with Intel architecture. With greater use of parallel CPU code, software companies and IT departments do not have to retrain developers on proprietary programming models associated with accelerators.
Beyond its compatibility with x86 programming models, the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor will be visible to applications as an HPC-optimized, highly-parallel, separate compute node that runs its own Linux-based operating system independent of the host OS. This feature allows more flexibility when implementing cluster solutions that are not available with altenative GPU-based technologies.
Made with Intel's innovative 22nm, 3-D tri-gate transistors, the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor, available in a PCIe form factor, contains more than 50 cores and a minimum of 8GB of GDDR5 memory. It also features 512b wide SIMD support that improves performance by enabling multiple data elements to be processed with a single instruction. Last year Intel showed a live demonstration of the single Knights Corner coprocessor delivering over 1 TeraFLOPs (1 trillion floating point operations per second) of double precision real life performance, as measured by DGEMM. At ISC'12 Intel demonstrated the same effective performance of more that 1 TeraFLOPs per node but measured by the industry standard benchmark Linpack (Rmax)1. By comparison, in 1997, it took more than 9000 Intel® Pentium® processors inside the ASCII RED* supercomputer to break the 1 TeraFLOPs barrier.
While initial production product shipments are planned for the second half of 2012, Intel has announced that the first Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor-based development cluster is up and running and ranked 149th on the Top500 list, delivering 118 TFLOPs of performance.
The Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor has strong industry support, with 44 manufacturers including Bull, Cray, Dell, HP, IBM, Inspur and NEC committed to including it in their system roadmaps.
"We are very excited to announce that our next-generation supercomputer code-named ‘Cascade' will be available with the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors, giving Cray customers the ability to push the limits of research and discovery," said Peg Williams, Cray's senior vice president of high performance computing systems. "Our Cascade system will feature some of the most advanced and highly innovative HPC technologies ever put into a Cray supercomputer. Combining these features with industry-leading Intel Xeon processors and the new Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors will result in a very compelling system for HPC centers around the world."
Due to power-on in early 2013, the first Petascale class supercomputer powered by a combination of the Intel Xeon processor E5 family and Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors will be "Stampede." Intel expects a growing number of Petascale-class machines in the next year that take advantage of the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors' programmability and performance efficiency.
Race to Exascale fuels growth and investments in HPC market
Providing a two week weather forecast with the same level of accuracy as in a 48-hour forecast, or mapping the human genome within 12 hours at less than $1000 as compared to the current two weeks at $60,000, are two examples of the many challenges that HPC will address with more compute capacity. The insatiable need for performance has driven the tremendous growth of HPC processor shipments over the last five years, and Intel predicts this growth will reach more than 20 percent CAGR in the next 5 years. Intel forecasts2that the most powerful supercomputer in 2013 will feature the amount of CPUs greater than 1 percent of its own server CPU shipments in 2011.
Reaching Exascale levels of performance requires innovation across the architecture and fabric within HPC. To deliver on its promise to reach Exascale performance by 2018, Intel made significant investments in areas that will accelerate its capabilities to deliver this performance in the future. The recent acquisition of Infiniband and interconnect assets from QLogic and Cray present key areas for Intel to innovate as the company eliminates the bottlenecks in delivering scalable Exascale-class platforms in the future.
SANTA CLARA, Calif. and HAMBURG, Germany, June 18, 2012 - The Intel® Xeon® processor E5-2600 product family reached a new supercomputing milestone as the fastest adopted new processing technology to power 44 systems, including 3 Petascale-class supercomputers on the 39th edition of the Top500 list announced today.
The "SuperMUC" supercomputer at LRZ in Germany, which ranked fourth on the list, delivers 2.9 PetaFLOPs of performance, making it the most powerful in Europe, as well as the largest installation based on the new Intel Xeon processors E5 family.
At the International Supercomputing Conference, Intel Corporation also announced that Intel® Xeon® PhiTM is the new brand name for all future Intel® Many Integrated Core Architecture (Intel MIC architecture) based products. Available by the end of 2012, the first generation of Intel Xeon Phi product family (coprocessors codenamed "Knights Corner") will complement the existing Intel Xeon processor E5-2600/4600 product families and deliver new levels of performance for highly parallel workloads. While the first generation primarily targets high performance computing (HPC), future generations of Intel Xeon Phi products will also address enterprise datacenters and workstations.
"The Intel Xeon processor E5 family is powering exponential performance gains in high performance computing and we're proud that it is having such a profound impact on the industry as demonstrated by its presence inside 44 of the Top500 supercomputers," said Raj Hazra, Intel Corporation VP and general manager of the Technical Computing at Data Center and Connected Systems Group. "As we add Intel Xeon Phi products to our portfolio, scientists, engineers and IT professionals will experience breakthrough levels of performance to effectively address challenges ranging from climate change to risk management. This is the next step of Intel's commitment to achieve exascale-level computation by 2018, and create a unique technology category that delivers unprecedented performance for today's highly parallel applications."
First Intel® Xeon® PhiTM Coprocessor Due This Year
Intel disclosed new technical details of the first commercially available product from its Intel Xeon Phi product family, a coprocessor codenamed "Knights Corner." In addition to delivering breakthrough performance for highly parallel applications, Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor's ease of use is bolstered by the benefits of familiar programming models, techniques and developer tools available with Intel architecture. With greater use of parallel CPU code, software companies and IT departments do not have to retrain developers on proprietary programming models associated with accelerators.
Beyond its compatibility with x86 programming models, the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor will be visible to applications as an HPC-optimized, highly-parallel, separate compute node that runs its own Linux-based operating system independent of the host OS. This feature allows more flexibility when implementing cluster solutions that are not available with altenative GPU-based technologies.
Made with Intel's innovative 22nm, 3-D tri-gate transistors, the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor, available in a PCIe form factor, contains more than 50 cores and a minimum of 8GB of GDDR5 memory. It also features 512b wide SIMD support that improves performance by enabling multiple data elements to be processed with a single instruction. Last year Intel showed a live demonstration of the single Knights Corner coprocessor delivering over 1 TeraFLOPs (1 trillion floating point operations per second) of double precision real life performance, as measured by DGEMM. At ISC'12 Intel demonstrated the same effective performance of more that 1 TeraFLOPs per node but measured by the industry standard benchmark Linpack (Rmax)1. By comparison, in 1997, it took more than 9000 Intel® Pentium® processors inside the ASCII RED* supercomputer to break the 1 TeraFLOPs barrier.
While initial production product shipments are planned for the second half of 2012, Intel has announced that the first Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor-based development cluster is up and running and ranked 149th on the Top500 list, delivering 118 TFLOPs of performance.
The Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor has strong industry support, with 44 manufacturers including Bull, Cray, Dell, HP, IBM, Inspur and NEC committed to including it in their system roadmaps.
"We are very excited to announce that our next-generation supercomputer code-named ‘Cascade' will be available with the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors, giving Cray customers the ability to push the limits of research and discovery," said Peg Williams, Cray's senior vice president of high performance computing systems. "Our Cascade system will feature some of the most advanced and highly innovative HPC technologies ever put into a Cray supercomputer. Combining these features with industry-leading Intel Xeon processors and the new Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors will result in a very compelling system for HPC centers around the world."
Due to power-on in early 2013, the first Petascale class supercomputer powered by a combination of the Intel Xeon processor E5 family and Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors will be "Stampede." Intel expects a growing number of Petascale-class machines in the next year that take advantage of the Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors' programmability and performance efficiency.
Race to Exascale fuels growth and investments in HPC market
Providing a two week weather forecast with the same level of accuracy as in a 48-hour forecast, or mapping the human genome within 12 hours at less than $1000 as compared to the current two weeks at $60,000, are two examples of the many challenges that HPC will address with more compute capacity. The insatiable need for performance has driven the tremendous growth of HPC processor shipments over the last five years, and Intel predicts this growth will reach more than 20 percent CAGR in the next 5 years. Intel forecasts2that the most powerful supercomputer in 2013 will feature the amount of CPUs greater than 1 percent of its own server CPU shipments in 2011.
Reaching Exascale levels of performance requires innovation across the architecture and fabric within HPC. To deliver on its promise to reach Exascale performance by 2018, Intel made significant investments in areas that will accelerate its capabilities to deliver this performance in the future. The recent acquisition of Infiniband and interconnect assets from QLogic and Cray present key areas for Intel to innovate as the company eliminates the bottlenecks in delivering scalable Exascale-class platforms in the future.
AMD Supercomputing Leadership Continues with Broader
HAMBURG, Germany ─ June 18, 2012 ─ ISC'12 - AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced its continued leadership in high performance computing (HPC) with 24 of the top 100 supercomputers in the 39th TOP500 list, announced today, while making significant strides in maturing its HPC ecosystem through the addition of several key components that enable end users to continue to benefit from best-in-class price/performance1 for today's demanding applications.
AMD has continued to work closely with its technology partners to significantly mature its HPC ecosystem, resulting in several new developments including LS-DYNA® simulation software optimized for the AMD OpteronTM 6200 Series processors from Livermore Software Technology Corporation (LSTC), the addition of programming options for AMD graphics processor unit (GPU) technology from CAPS, and the announcement by Mellanox® Technologies of its Connect-IBTM products that will deliver FDR 56Gb/s InfiniBand® speeds to AMD's solution portfolios.
"AMD is fully committed to extending its offerings for the HPC market and ensuring that leading solution providers will continue to turn to AMD for a superior supercomputing experience," said Margaret Lewis, director, Server Software Planning, AMD. "Our latest engagements with industry-leading applications, developer tools, and high performance interconnect technology demonstrate the capabilities of AMD's innovative architecture. As well, our commitment to drive the industry shift to heterogeneous computing puts AMD in a prime position to strengthen our HPC leadership position well into the future."
LS-DYNA, a general-purpose finite element program from LSTC capable of simulating complex real-world problems, has developed a version of its popular LS-DYNA optimized specifically for the AMD Opteron 6200 Series processor. A beta version is currently available with general availability to come in the third quarter of this year. LS-DYNA is used by the automobile, aerospace, construction, military, manufacturing, and bioengineering industries to run simulations that are complex and compute-intensive like auto crashes and explosions.
The CAPS entreprise directive-based compiler, HMPPTM, has recently added support for AMD's GPU technology. Based on OpenACC and OpenHMPP programming models, the HMPP compiler fully integrates data-parallel backend for OpenCLTM, leveraging the computing power of AMD GPU and APU devices. The CAPS HMPP Workbench compiler will be demonstrated in AMD's booth running on a Supermicro system with the forthcoming AMD FireProTM W8000 Series professional graphics technology based on an AMD technology codenamed "Tahiti."
The Mellanox Connect-IB product based on FDR 56Gb/s InfiniBand is the next-generation InfiniBand technology developed and specified by the InfiniBand Trade Association (IBTA). Mellanox announced the Connect-IB interconnect adapter product this week which brings the capabilities of FDR InfiniBand to PCI Express® Gen2, offering customers with AMD Opteron 6200-based servers an opportunity to leverage faster data rates..
AMD has continued to work closely with its technology partners to significantly mature its HPC ecosystem, resulting in several new developments including LS-DYNA® simulation software optimized for the AMD OpteronTM 6200 Series processors from Livermore Software Technology Corporation (LSTC), the addition of programming options for AMD graphics processor unit (GPU) technology from CAPS, and the announcement by Mellanox® Technologies of its Connect-IBTM products that will deliver FDR 56Gb/s InfiniBand® speeds to AMD's solution portfolios.
"AMD is fully committed to extending its offerings for the HPC market and ensuring that leading solution providers will continue to turn to AMD for a superior supercomputing experience," said Margaret Lewis, director, Server Software Planning, AMD. "Our latest engagements with industry-leading applications, developer tools, and high performance interconnect technology demonstrate the capabilities of AMD's innovative architecture. As well, our commitment to drive the industry shift to heterogeneous computing puts AMD in a prime position to strengthen our HPC leadership position well into the future."
LS-DYNA, a general-purpose finite element program from LSTC capable of simulating complex real-world problems, has developed a version of its popular LS-DYNA optimized specifically for the AMD Opteron 6200 Series processor. A beta version is currently available with general availability to come in the third quarter of this year. LS-DYNA is used by the automobile, aerospace, construction, military, manufacturing, and bioengineering industries to run simulations that are complex and compute-intensive like auto crashes and explosions.
The CAPS entreprise directive-based compiler, HMPPTM, has recently added support for AMD's GPU technology. Based on OpenACC and OpenHMPP programming models, the HMPP compiler fully integrates data-parallel backend for OpenCLTM, leveraging the computing power of AMD GPU and APU devices. The CAPS HMPP Workbench compiler will be demonstrated in AMD's booth running on a Supermicro system with the forthcoming AMD FireProTM W8000 Series professional graphics technology based on an AMD technology codenamed "Tahiti."
The Mellanox Connect-IB product based on FDR 56Gb/s InfiniBand is the next-generation InfiniBand technology developed and specified by the InfiniBand Trade Association (IBTA). Mellanox announced the Connect-IB interconnect adapter product this week which brings the capabilities of FDR InfiniBand to PCI Express® Gen2, offering customers with AMD Opteron 6200-based servers an opportunity to leverage faster data rates..
Friday, 15 June 2012
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Adobe Unveils Captivate 6 with HTML5 Support
New HD Video Workflow, Other Key Enhancements Help Trainers Quickly Deliver Professional-Grade eLearning Content
London. - June, 15 2012 - Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today announced the immediate availability of Adobe® Captivate® 6, a significant upgrade to its industry-leading eLearning authoring software for rapidly creating a wide range of interactive eLearning and HTML5-based mobile Learning content. Designed with today's mobile learners in mind, Captivate 6 enables eLearning developers, corporate trainers, educators and other business users to help deliver dynamic, SCORM- and AICC-compliant course content that is accessible anytime, anywhere.
"Today, learners expect engaging eLearning options on their iOS and Android devices - static presentations shrunk to fit mobile screens aren't enough," said Naresh Gupta, senior vice president, Print and Publishing, Adobe. "Captivate 6 gives subject matter experts and content creators the ability to deliver eLearning content to mobile devices that is as robust and interactive as the content delivered to desktops."
Captivate 6 enhancements improve mobile access and boost learner's engagement - top features include:
HTML5 Publishing with Pause and Resume Capabilities: Publish interactive HTML5 eLearning content that is accessible from both iOS and Android devices and leverage mobile presets to help ensure seamless mobile distribution. By publishing eLearning content as both SWF and HTML5, learners can begin a course on their desktop, pause and later resume on a different device.
HD Screencast: Quickly create HD-quality demos within the new "capture-as-a-video" workflow. Edit video and add transitions, smart shapes, audio and captions. Insert another video in a picture-in-picture format and publish it to YouTube - all within the same UI.
Attractive Out-of-the-Box Assets: Select from a wide range of preloaded actors and set them against customisable backdrops to give content a more personal touch. Include additional interactivity by inserting smart learning interactions, such as widgets, animated rollovers and more, with just a few clicks.
Enhanced PowerPoint Roundtripping: Import PowerPoint 2010 slides along with objects, animations and multimedia into eLearning projects with better fidelity conversation workflow. Easily update pre-existing PowerPoint content, which will be automatically synced via the dynamically linked import feature.
Enhanced Quizzing: Utilise pre-tests to assess the knowledge, skill level or training needs of individual learners. Based on results, direct learners to the appropriate section and use post-tests to gauge what resonates. Allow learners to revisit a relevant section after answering a quiz question incorrectly and, if necessary, discourage guesswork by penalising for wrong answers.
With Captivate 6, trainers and educators can individualise eLearning modules by recording voiceovers and other sounds that automatically play back when a learner clicks on a specified object. Course designers can also ensure that eLearning content maintains a consistent look and feel using customisable, professionally designed themes. Improved LMS integration helps eLearning developers effortlessly publish content to leading learning management systems, including Moodle, Blackboard, Plateau, Saba and SumTotal.
London. - June, 15 2012 - Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today announced the immediate availability of Adobe® Captivate® 6, a significant upgrade to its industry-leading eLearning authoring software for rapidly creating a wide range of interactive eLearning and HTML5-based mobile Learning content. Designed with today's mobile learners in mind, Captivate 6 enables eLearning developers, corporate trainers, educators and other business users to help deliver dynamic, SCORM- and AICC-compliant course content that is accessible anytime, anywhere.
"Today, learners expect engaging eLearning options on their iOS and Android devices - static presentations shrunk to fit mobile screens aren't enough," said Naresh Gupta, senior vice president, Print and Publishing, Adobe. "Captivate 6 gives subject matter experts and content creators the ability to deliver eLearning content to mobile devices that is as robust and interactive as the content delivered to desktops."
Captivate 6 enhancements improve mobile access and boost learner's engagement - top features include:
HTML5 Publishing with Pause and Resume Capabilities: Publish interactive HTML5 eLearning content that is accessible from both iOS and Android devices and leverage mobile presets to help ensure seamless mobile distribution. By publishing eLearning content as both SWF and HTML5, learners can begin a course on their desktop, pause and later resume on a different device.
HD Screencast: Quickly create HD-quality demos within the new "capture-as-a-video" workflow. Edit video and add transitions, smart shapes, audio and captions. Insert another video in a picture-in-picture format and publish it to YouTube - all within the same UI.
Attractive Out-of-the-Box Assets: Select from a wide range of preloaded actors and set them against customisable backdrops to give content a more personal touch. Include additional interactivity by inserting smart learning interactions, such as widgets, animated rollovers and more, with just a few clicks.
Enhanced PowerPoint Roundtripping: Import PowerPoint 2010 slides along with objects, animations and multimedia into eLearning projects with better fidelity conversation workflow. Easily update pre-existing PowerPoint content, which will be automatically synced via the dynamically linked import feature.
Enhanced Quizzing: Utilise pre-tests to assess the knowledge, skill level or training needs of individual learners. Based on results, direct learners to the appropriate section and use post-tests to gauge what resonates. Allow learners to revisit a relevant section after answering a quiz question incorrectly and, if necessary, discourage guesswork by penalising for wrong answers.
With Captivate 6, trainers and educators can individualise eLearning modules by recording voiceovers and other sounds that automatically play back when a learner clicks on a specified object. Course designers can also ensure that eLearning content maintains a consistent look and feel using customisable, professionally designed themes. Improved LMS integration helps eLearning developers effortlessly publish content to leading learning management systems, including Moodle, Blackboard, Plateau, Saba and SumTotal.
Thursday, 14 June 2012
OtterBox Explores Dangerous Waters as Sponsor of Reality TV Show
Technology is helping to take mankind on adventures never before dreamed possible. In July 2012, Dangerous Water Productions will begin filming the second season of Dangerous Waters, an adventure reality television series featuring a team of five on a quest to become the first to travel the globe on Sea-Doo personal watercraft. Premium protective case manufacturer OtterBox® will be the official technology protector of the second aquatic adventure spanning from Nome, Alaska to Taiwan – a distance of 5,700 miles in just over two months.
OtterBox will provide trusted waterproof, crush proof storage boxes in addition to protective smartphone and tablet cases to keep the Dangerous Waters team connected with family, friends and fans during their attempt at a record-setting journey around the world.
“While filming in some of the harshest conditions on the planet, we need to be absolutely sure that our communication devices, camera gear and tapes stay safe,” said Dangerous Waters expedition leader Steven Moll. “It’s a comfort to know that we now have the protection offered by OtterBox.”
“We’re excited to be involved with a record-setting expedition like Dangerous Waters,” said OtterBox Founder and CEO Curt Richardson. “OtterBox provides protection for what’s next, no matter what that may be, and on this voyage there will be a lot of unknowns. By providing a wide range of protective solutions for the team’s technology, we’re helping to ensure their safety and connection with family and fans along the way.”
Fans can follow the production of the second season beginning June 28, 2012 by downloading the free Dangerous Waters smartphone app, sponsored by OtterBox, on iPhone® and iPad® devices. Exclusive behind-the-scenes footage will appear at OtterBox.com.
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Chip Shot: Intel is Founding Partner in mPowering Frontline Health Workers
Intel is proud to be a founding partner of mPowering Frontline Health Workers, a new public-private partnership. Created by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the mHealth Alliance, this partnership joins innovative public and private sector companies to increase the use of mobile technologies by frontline health workers. Mobile technologies are a critical tool for child survival and support a variety of healthcare related tasks. This new initiative is part of Intel’s ongoing work with USAID and supports the Intel World Ahead Program, which promotes access to technology, connectivity and healthcare.
Acer TravelMate P6 series - Serious Machines for Serious Business
Designed around the needs of corporate users looking for robust, secure and powerful systems, the new TravelMate P6 series hit the perfect equilibrium between efficient performance, enhanced security and optimal manageability, in three different format: 13.3, 14 and 15.6-inch.
Acer’s new TravelMate P6 series were specifically designed to provide the flexibility and security required in the most demanding professional environments, combining enhanced security, solid performance, excellent graphics, great manageability and extended battery life. These notebooks not only feature multi-level security with integrated management and theft recovery solution to protect companies’ investment and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), but provide best-in-class performance to effortlessly run intensive and enterprise application and deliver higher return on investment (ROI). They represent the perfect choice to give business an edge over.
To ensure the kind of performance needed by business users, the TravelMate P6 series take advantage of the 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processors with Intel® vPro™ and AMT 8.0 technologies that allow in-house or outsourced IT to easily manage all software and hardware computing assets within the organization. Heal systems remotely regardless of the OS or system state and protect their enterprise from malicious software attacks.
As business activities are increasingly reliant on graphics and multimedia, adequate solutions are called for. A remarkable visual performance with rich colour and crisp images is provided by Intel® HD Graphics 4000, which enables high-definition video, seamlessly switching presentation, Windows extend desktop mode support, and real-time editing on screen.
Notebooks are more vulnerable than desktops to data leakage and physical theft; this is why security is a key concern for professional users, as their laptops carry valuable information and often irreplaceable data. With the TravelMate laptops user data and valuable assets are protected by Acer ProShield security, a suite of essential security and manageability tools that integrates fundamental features in a unified user interface.
Acer ProShield secures the notebook from unwanted access from BIOS level all the way up to application level. It features pre-boot authentication (PBA) with BIOS/HDD password, alternative Windows log-on via built-in fingerprint reader, and TPM password for data protection. Critical files can be kept safe by encrypting and storing them in your own Personal Secure Drive (PSD). With the File Shredder utility users can permanently remove unwanted files or folders from the computer beyond recovery. Easy manageability is also provided. Acer ProShield includes the automated solution to actively manage your IT assets remotely and on the fly.
Acer BioProtection Fingerprint solution featuring pre-boot authentication provides the first level of notebook protection securing the system from unauthorized access using cutting edge biometric technology. Together with Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution it guarantees the integrity of the client platform. TPM also allows secure storage and reporting of security relevant metrics. Through Acer Backup Manager important data are kept secure also from accidents or crashes, allowing data and files backup at ease, while Acer eRecovery Management provides recovery on-demand for complete peace of mind.
The TravelMate P6 series embed solid anti-theft solutions: Intel Anti-Theft technology is a hardware-based security mechanism designed to protect your PC even when it is lost or stolen, while Absolute Data Protection (ADP) by Absolute Software allows users to track their PC if it's lost or stolen. When combined, these solutions allow users to remotely delete files or freeze the stolen notebook for retrieval, and obtain the geo-location of their stolen notebook.
To improve versatility and mobility, the new TravelMate can be connected to the Acer ProDock docking station, featuring advanced I/O ports such as USB 3.0/2.0 ports, Display Port, DVI port, HDMI port, VGA port, and ergonomic design for secured and tangle-free cable management. Acer ProDock has compact design that fits any space requirement and provides single port connect capability via the product.
The TravelMate P6 series are tough machines, well protected against the wear and tear of mobile life. The resilient case design with a Magnesium-Aluminium cage distributes evenly all external forces and can withstand extreme pressure. The metal alloy hinge comes with a reinforced coil for maximum hold strength; while the Autolock feature ensure your notebook lid is tightly secured for LCD protection.
The design of the new TravelMates evokes quality and professionalism. Neat lines and slim profile all add up to create a feel of efficiency and timeless style.
Acer’s new TravelMate P6 series were specifically designed to provide the flexibility and security required in the most demanding professional environments, combining enhanced security, solid performance, excellent graphics, great manageability and extended battery life. These notebooks not only feature multi-level security with integrated management and theft recovery solution to protect companies’ investment and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), but provide best-in-class performance to effortlessly run intensive and enterprise application and deliver higher return on investment (ROI). They represent the perfect choice to give business an edge over.
To ensure the kind of performance needed by business users, the TravelMate P6 series take advantage of the 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processors with Intel® vPro™ and AMT 8.0 technologies that allow in-house or outsourced IT to easily manage all software and hardware computing assets within the organization. Heal systems remotely regardless of the OS or system state and protect their enterprise from malicious software attacks.
As business activities are increasingly reliant on graphics and multimedia, adequate solutions are called for. A remarkable visual performance with rich colour and crisp images is provided by Intel® HD Graphics 4000, which enables high-definition video, seamlessly switching presentation, Windows extend desktop mode support, and real-time editing on screen.
Notebooks are more vulnerable than desktops to data leakage and physical theft; this is why security is a key concern for professional users, as their laptops carry valuable information and often irreplaceable data. With the TravelMate laptops user data and valuable assets are protected by Acer ProShield security, a suite of essential security and manageability tools that integrates fundamental features in a unified user interface.
Acer ProShield secures the notebook from unwanted access from BIOS level all the way up to application level. It features pre-boot authentication (PBA) with BIOS/HDD password, alternative Windows log-on via built-in fingerprint reader, and TPM password for data protection. Critical files can be kept safe by encrypting and storing them in your own Personal Secure Drive (PSD). With the File Shredder utility users can permanently remove unwanted files or folders from the computer beyond recovery. Easy manageability is also provided. Acer ProShield includes the automated solution to actively manage your IT assets remotely and on the fly.
Acer BioProtection Fingerprint solution featuring pre-boot authentication provides the first level of notebook protection securing the system from unauthorized access using cutting edge biometric technology. Together with Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution it guarantees the integrity of the client platform. TPM also allows secure storage and reporting of security relevant metrics. Through Acer Backup Manager important data are kept secure also from accidents or crashes, allowing data and files backup at ease, while Acer eRecovery Management provides recovery on-demand for complete peace of mind.
The TravelMate P6 series embed solid anti-theft solutions: Intel Anti-Theft technology is a hardware-based security mechanism designed to protect your PC even when it is lost or stolen, while Absolute Data Protection (ADP) by Absolute Software allows users to track their PC if it's lost or stolen. When combined, these solutions allow users to remotely delete files or freeze the stolen notebook for retrieval, and obtain the geo-location of their stolen notebook.
To improve versatility and mobility, the new TravelMate can be connected to the Acer ProDock docking station, featuring advanced I/O ports such as USB 3.0/2.0 ports, Display Port, DVI port, HDMI port, VGA port, and ergonomic design for secured and tangle-free cable management. Acer ProDock has compact design that fits any space requirement and provides single port connect capability via the product.
The TravelMate P6 series are tough machines, well protected against the wear and tear of mobile life. The resilient case design with a Magnesium-Aluminium cage distributes evenly all external forces and can withstand extreme pressure. The metal alloy hinge comes with a reinforced coil for maximum hold strength; while the Autolock feature ensure your notebook lid is tightly secured for LCD protection.
The design of the new TravelMates evokes quality and professionalism. Neat lines and slim profile all add up to create a feel of efficiency and timeless style.
WD® Enters Wireless Home Networking Market, Ushers in New Era of Blazing Fast HD Entertainment Streaming
IRVINE, Calif. – June 14, 2012 – Western Digital (NASDAQ:WDC), the world's leader in external storage solutions and maker of the popular WD TV® media player family, today unveils its first line of wireless home networking products, designed specifically to accelerate movies, video and gaming, delivering a premium high-definition entertainment experience. With the My Net family of powerful and easy-to-use home networking products, WD debuts its exclusive FasTrack™ technology that instantly detects entertainment traffic on the network and fast-forwards it to gaming consoles, media players, smart TVs, tablets, smartphones, computers and other Wi-Fi connected devices.
“With so many people within the home simultaneously watching movies, playing games and browsing the Web via their iPad®, iPhone®, Xbox® and other devices, the network demands placed on today’s connected home has grown exponentially,” states Jim Welsh, executive vice president for WD's branded products and consumer electronics groups. “Our successes in creating Connected Home solutions with our WD TV media players and personal cloud products have given us valuable insights into the network-overload problems of home wireless users, and entering the wireless home networking market offers WD an exciting opportunity to strengthen our Connected Home offerings that are aimed at enhancing the home entertainment experience for consumers.”
Accelerated Entertainment
According to Nielsen and NM Incite’s recent U.S. Digital Consumer Report1, data from the fourth quarter of 2011 shows that 33 percent of consumers streamed a movie or TV show from the Internet through a subscription service such as Netflix™ or Hulu Plus™. Internet video services, multi-player online gaming sites, and live video chat services, combined with the explosive growth of tablets, smartphones and other devices that connect to the home network, have created a new model of home entertainment and Internet usage.
With the industry’s only full line of HD dual-band wireless N routers, My Net customers can fully enjoy this new age of home entertainment. WD’s exclusive FasTrack optimization technology intelligently and automatically prioritizes Internet favorites like Netflix, Hulu Plus, VUDU, YouTube™, Xbox® LIVE, Skype™ and others, to create a smooth streaming experience in up to Full-HD 1080p quality. By using real-time analysis to maximize bandwidth for entertainment services, My Net routers provide a premium entertainment experience on any screen in the home that is connected to the router.
Streamlined Setup and Ease-of-Use
The sleek hardware design of the My Net family of routers is complementary to the devices’ friendly and intuitive user interface, which was designed by a veteran team of developers to enable quick router setup from wireless or wired devices such as iPads and other mobile devices, as well as PCs and Mac® computers. The streamlined router setup is designed to make it easy for novice users to be up and running in minutes, while also providing all the customization tools expert users crave. The included My Net Dashboard makes it easy for users to customize, monitor or change the settings of the network, including setting parental controls, Internet security, guest network access, network name and password, printer and scanner settings, and mapping storage drives, all in one easy view.
New Combination Router, Personal Cloud and Automatic Wireless Backup
In addition to getting a premium home entertainment experience with My Net routers, customers can centralize storage and backup for all the computers in their home, as well as create a personal cloud for their digital media and remotely access those files anytime, anywhere. Part of the My Net family, My Net N900 Central is WD’s all-in-one N900 router with an integrated 1 TB or 2 TB internal hard drive. Remote access to My Net N900 Central is available on any computer through www.WD2go.com and with WD mobile apps for iPad, iPhone, iPod touch® or Android™ smartphones and tablets.
In addition to keeping content safe at home and always accessible while away from home, users can rely on My Net N900 Central for automatic wireless backup with the included WD SmartWare™ software for Windows®, while Mac users can utilize all the features of Apple® Time Machine® backup software. Additionally, any WD external hard drive with SmartWare software can connect directly to a My Net router to wirelessly backup all PC computers in the home.
My Net Router Family
My Net N900 Central – The My Net N900 Central HD dual-band storage router provides accelerated HD streaming plus integrated storage for wireless backup and remote access. With FasTrack™ Plus optimization technology, My Net N900 Central delivers high quality, accelerated HD entertainment that is intelligently and automatically prioritized to ensure smooth streaming. The wireless-N storage router features fast wireless performance with speeds up to 900 Mbps (450 + 450 Mbps on the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands combined), as well as integrated 1 TB or 2 TB internal storage for automatic wireless backup. My Net N900 Central includes 4 LAN and 1 WLAN Gigabit Ethernet ports for up to 10/100/1000 Mbps wired speeds, 1 USB port for additional storage, printer and media share server use, and range amplifier antennas for extended range. Additionally, My Net N900 Central is Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) and Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified for easy detection and connection of Wi-Fi devices.
My Net N900 – The My Net N900 HD dual-band router also provides a premium entertainment experience for movies, games, video, music, video chat and more. The My Net N900 offers the ultimate performance for all connected devices in the home, even while streaming to multiple devices at the same time. The exclusive FasTrack Plus technology provides intelligent, real-time traffic prioritization for simultaneous HD and 3D media streaming and online gaming. The wireless-N router features high wireless performance with speeds up to 900 Mbps (450 + 450 Mbps on the 2.4 and 5 Ghz bands combined) and also includes 7 LAN and 1 WLAN Gigabit Ethernet ports for up to 10/100/1000 Mbps wired speeds, 2 USB ports for additional storage, printer and media share server use, and range amplifier antennas for extended range. Additionally, My Net N900 is UPnP and DLNA certified.
My Net N750 – The My Net N750 HD dual-band router is optimized to deliver multiple simultaneous HD media streams on the network, delivering accelerated video to all connected wireless and wired devices. WD’s exclusive FasTrack technology detects entertainment traffic and prioritizes bandwidth on the network to smoothly stream multiple HD movies, shows, games and more to connected devices. The router provides a combined data rate of up to 750 Mbps (300 + 450 Mbps) and features 5 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 USB ports.
My Net N600 – The My Net N600 HD dual-band router is ideal for simple and fast web surfing and entertainment streaming with FasTrack technology for a smooth HD viewing experience. The router provides a combined data rate of up to 600 Mbps (300 + 300 Mbps) and features 5 Fast Ethernet ports with 1 USB port.
My Net Switch – My Net Switch is an 8-Port Gigabit home entertainment switch, ideal for instantly expanding your wired connections with super fast Gigabit Ethernet up to 10/100/1000 Mbps.
“With so many people within the home simultaneously watching movies, playing games and browsing the Web via their iPad®, iPhone®, Xbox® and other devices, the network demands placed on today’s connected home has grown exponentially,” states Jim Welsh, executive vice president for WD's branded products and consumer electronics groups. “Our successes in creating Connected Home solutions with our WD TV media players and personal cloud products have given us valuable insights into the network-overload problems of home wireless users, and entering the wireless home networking market offers WD an exciting opportunity to strengthen our Connected Home offerings that are aimed at enhancing the home entertainment experience for consumers.”
Accelerated Entertainment
According to Nielsen and NM Incite’s recent U.S. Digital Consumer Report1, data from the fourth quarter of 2011 shows that 33 percent of consumers streamed a movie or TV show from the Internet through a subscription service such as Netflix™ or Hulu Plus™. Internet video services, multi-player online gaming sites, and live video chat services, combined with the explosive growth of tablets, smartphones and other devices that connect to the home network, have created a new model of home entertainment and Internet usage.
With the industry’s only full line of HD dual-band wireless N routers, My Net customers can fully enjoy this new age of home entertainment. WD’s exclusive FasTrack optimization technology intelligently and automatically prioritizes Internet favorites like Netflix, Hulu Plus, VUDU, YouTube™, Xbox® LIVE, Skype™ and others, to create a smooth streaming experience in up to Full-HD 1080p quality. By using real-time analysis to maximize bandwidth for entertainment services, My Net routers provide a premium entertainment experience on any screen in the home that is connected to the router.
Streamlined Setup and Ease-of-Use
The sleek hardware design of the My Net family of routers is complementary to the devices’ friendly and intuitive user interface, which was designed by a veteran team of developers to enable quick router setup from wireless or wired devices such as iPads and other mobile devices, as well as PCs and Mac® computers. The streamlined router setup is designed to make it easy for novice users to be up and running in minutes, while also providing all the customization tools expert users crave. The included My Net Dashboard makes it easy for users to customize, monitor or change the settings of the network, including setting parental controls, Internet security, guest network access, network name and password, printer and scanner settings, and mapping storage drives, all in one easy view.
New Combination Router, Personal Cloud and Automatic Wireless Backup
In addition to getting a premium home entertainment experience with My Net routers, customers can centralize storage and backup for all the computers in their home, as well as create a personal cloud for their digital media and remotely access those files anytime, anywhere. Part of the My Net family, My Net N900 Central is WD’s all-in-one N900 router with an integrated 1 TB or 2 TB internal hard drive. Remote access to My Net N900 Central is available on any computer through www.WD2go.com and with WD mobile apps for iPad, iPhone, iPod touch® or Android™ smartphones and tablets.
In addition to keeping content safe at home and always accessible while away from home, users can rely on My Net N900 Central for automatic wireless backup with the included WD SmartWare™ software for Windows®, while Mac users can utilize all the features of Apple® Time Machine® backup software. Additionally, any WD external hard drive with SmartWare software can connect directly to a My Net router to wirelessly backup all PC computers in the home.
My Net Router Family
My Net N900 Central – The My Net N900 Central HD dual-band storage router provides accelerated HD streaming plus integrated storage for wireless backup and remote access. With FasTrack™ Plus optimization technology, My Net N900 Central delivers high quality, accelerated HD entertainment that is intelligently and automatically prioritized to ensure smooth streaming. The wireless-N storage router features fast wireless performance with speeds up to 900 Mbps (450 + 450 Mbps on the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands combined), as well as integrated 1 TB or 2 TB internal storage for automatic wireless backup. My Net N900 Central includes 4 LAN and 1 WLAN Gigabit Ethernet ports for up to 10/100/1000 Mbps wired speeds, 1 USB port for additional storage, printer and media share server use, and range amplifier antennas for extended range. Additionally, My Net N900 Central is Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) and Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified for easy detection and connection of Wi-Fi devices.
My Net N900 – The My Net N900 HD dual-band router also provides a premium entertainment experience for movies, games, video, music, video chat and more. The My Net N900 offers the ultimate performance for all connected devices in the home, even while streaming to multiple devices at the same time. The exclusive FasTrack Plus technology provides intelligent, real-time traffic prioritization for simultaneous HD and 3D media streaming and online gaming. The wireless-N router features high wireless performance with speeds up to 900 Mbps (450 + 450 Mbps on the 2.4 and 5 Ghz bands combined) and also includes 7 LAN and 1 WLAN Gigabit Ethernet ports for up to 10/100/1000 Mbps wired speeds, 2 USB ports for additional storage, printer and media share server use, and range amplifier antennas for extended range. Additionally, My Net N900 is UPnP and DLNA certified.
My Net N750 – The My Net N750 HD dual-band router is optimized to deliver multiple simultaneous HD media streams on the network, delivering accelerated video to all connected wireless and wired devices. WD’s exclusive FasTrack technology detects entertainment traffic and prioritizes bandwidth on the network to smoothly stream multiple HD movies, shows, games and more to connected devices. The router provides a combined data rate of up to 750 Mbps (300 + 450 Mbps) and features 5 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 USB ports.
My Net N600 – The My Net N600 HD dual-band router is ideal for simple and fast web surfing and entertainment streaming with FasTrack technology for a smooth HD viewing experience. The router provides a combined data rate of up to 600 Mbps (300 + 300 Mbps) and features 5 Fast Ethernet ports with 1 USB port.
My Net Switch – My Net Switch is an 8-Port Gigabit home entertainment switch, ideal for instantly expanding your wired connections with super fast Gigabit Ethernet up to 10/100/1000 Mbps.
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