New WD App Provides Easy Access and Sharing of Videos, Photos and Music for Windows 8 Devices
WD®, a Western Digital (NASDAQ:WDC) company, and a world leader in external storage and solutions for today's connected life, announced today comprehensive support for new storage features in Windows 8 and an app for the new Windows user interface that makes it easy to discover, enjoy and backup digital media and files.
The WD app for Windows 8 automatically discovers digital content on connected WD direct attached storage solutions and showcases those photos, videos and music on a live tile on the Start screen. Within the app, customers can easily find and enjoy their digital content as well as share their media via email and social media sites with the Share charm. Windows 8 automatically installs the WD app for certified WD products or it can be downloaded from the Windows Store.
Additionally WD products simplify the process of computer backup through support of the new File History feature within Windows 8. File History is a file backup application that makes it easy to schedule automatic backups to any hard drive attached to the computer or on the network, such as WD's My Passport® and My Book®LiveTM products. This simplified process of performing automatic, periodical back up of personal files stored in Libraries, Desktop, Favourites, and Contacts folders ensures peace of mind that important files are backed up.
WD drives also fully support the new Windows 8 Storage Spaces feature, which allows customers to make multiple external hard drives appear as a single storage volume. Customers can use Storage Spaces in conjunction with File History to create redundant backups for enhanced security.
"From our cool new WD app for Windows 8 and our comprehensive products for easy Windows 8 backup, to our recent addition of SkyDrive cloud storage into our WD 2go mobile app, we are excited about delivering a seamless storage experience across the Windows 8 ecosystem to help customers easily protect and enjoy their precious digital content," states Scott Vouri, general manager for WD's connected life solutions group.
Thursday 29 November 2012
Wednesday 28 November 2012
Tuesday 27 November 2012
Acer announces an Experiential Campaign across 10 countries in Europe to introduce the portfolio of “Touch and Type” devices
Acer opens a series of interactive experiential stands across 25 different locations in Europe to showcase its comprehensive range of Touch-and-Type products with Windows 8. The stands fuse cutting edge digital animation with a comfortable and relaxed area for customers to explore Acer’s latest range of products.
Located primarily at shopping centres across 10 countries in Europe, the experiential stands play on the current Acer Aspire S7 advertising campaign with Megan Fox.
The advertising see’s Megan Fox explore her hidden passion for marine biology and she uses the Acer Aspire S7 to develop a software that allows her to talk to dolphins. The advertising campaign is being promoted online and with social media across the whole of EMEA, as well as on Television, in cinema, in print and out of home in France, Germany, Russia and the United Kingdom.
From the front, the experiential stand looks just like a real dolphin tank, and it contains a photo realistic dolphin animation running across a bank of up to 12 screens. The dolphin really comes to life in this environment, showing off and chatting to consumers through Acer’s Aspire S7 and Megan’s software, encouraging customers to explore more.
At the rear of the stand, Acer is showing its latest range of Touch-and-Type products using Windows 8, including tablets, UltrabookTM, notebooks and All-in-One desktops. Customers are free to explore the products and there is also a team of experts, dressed as scientists from the advertising, on hand to guide people around the new products.
“We are really proud of Acer latest range of Touch-and-Type products using Windows 8 and we wanted our customers to be able to experience them in an engaging yet comfortable environment,” emphasises Oliver Ahrens, Acer EMEA President. “Seeing Acer’s latest Windows 8 touch-and-type products from a distance isn’t enough, we wanted customer’s to be able to experience them first hand and explore what this new technology can offer. Our experts will guide customers through this journey.”
The stands contain Acer’s latest range of Touch-and-Type products which are: Aspire S7 Ultrabook, Aspire M3 Ultrabook, Aspire M5 Ultrabook, Aspire V5 Notebook, Aspire 7600U 27” All-in-one Desktop, Aspire 5600U 23” All-in-one Desktop, ICONIA W700 11.6” Tablet, ICONIA W500 10” Tablet. The experiential stands will be in market from November until the end of December, and form an important part of Acer’s marketing activities in the holiday season.
Located primarily at shopping centres across 10 countries in Europe, the experiential stands play on the current Acer Aspire S7 advertising campaign with Megan Fox.
The advertising see’s Megan Fox explore her hidden passion for marine biology and she uses the Acer Aspire S7 to develop a software that allows her to talk to dolphins. The advertising campaign is being promoted online and with social media across the whole of EMEA, as well as on Television, in cinema, in print and out of home in France, Germany, Russia and the United Kingdom.
From the front, the experiential stand looks just like a real dolphin tank, and it contains a photo realistic dolphin animation running across a bank of up to 12 screens. The dolphin really comes to life in this environment, showing off and chatting to consumers through Acer’s Aspire S7 and Megan’s software, encouraging customers to explore more.
At the rear of the stand, Acer is showing its latest range of Touch-and-Type products using Windows 8, including tablets, UltrabookTM, notebooks and All-in-One desktops. Customers are free to explore the products and there is also a team of experts, dressed as scientists from the advertising, on hand to guide people around the new products.
“We are really proud of Acer latest range of Touch-and-Type products using Windows 8 and we wanted our customers to be able to experience them in an engaging yet comfortable environment,” emphasises Oliver Ahrens, Acer EMEA President. “Seeing Acer’s latest Windows 8 touch-and-type products from a distance isn’t enough, we wanted customer’s to be able to experience them first hand and explore what this new technology can offer. Our experts will guide customers through this journey.”
The stands contain Acer’s latest range of Touch-and-Type products which are: Aspire S7 Ultrabook, Aspire M3 Ultrabook, Aspire M5 Ultrabook, Aspire V5 Notebook, Aspire 7600U 27” All-in-one Desktop, Aspire 5600U 23” All-in-one Desktop, ICONIA W700 11.6” Tablet, ICONIA W500 10” Tablet. The experiential stands will be in market from November until the end of December, and form an important part of Acer’s marketing activities in the holiday season.
OCZ Launches Vector SSD Series and Proprietary Barefoot 3 Controller Delivering a Superior High Performance Storage Experience
Groundbreaking Barefoot 3-Based Vector SSDs Deliver Enhanced Sustained PerfComputing Environments
SAN JOSE, CA - November 27, 2012 - OCZ Technology Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:OCZ), a leading provider of high-performance solid-state drives (SSDs) for computing devices and systems, today announced the availability of its new SATA III-based Vector SSD Series featuring the company's next-generation Indilinx Barefoot 3 controller. OCZ's worldwide technology hardware and firmware teams developed the new controller silicon and firmware completely in-house to enable full design control over the Vector SSD Series roadmap, while delivering exceptional I/O performance, enhanced reliability and endurance, and a host of differentiated features to empower high performance laptops, desktops, and workstations with superior storage capabilities.
OCZ Vector SSDs provide exceptional input/output operations per second (IOPS) performance and the cutting-edge Barefoot 3 controller consistently delivers superior sustained performance over time regardless of whether the data streams are in compressed or uncompressed formats. As a result, this groundbreaking SSD series provides faster file transfers and boot-ups, and a quicker, more responsive storage experience.
"The development of the Indilinx Barefoot 3 controller architecture is a crowning achievement in our company's history, being our first controller silicon and firmware completely designed in-house from start to finish using all of the OCZ technology development teams," said Ralph Schmitt, CEO for OCZ Technology. "These are the first SSD products delivered under the new OCZ and leverages cutting-edge controller technology to deliver a groundbreaking level of sustained performance and reliability for customers seeking a superior SSD for their high performance computing applications."
The Vector SSD Series is available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB capacities, and delivers read bandwidth of up to 550 MB/s, write bandwidth of up to 530 MB/s, random read performance of up to 100,000 IOPS. The Vector's ultra-slim, 7mm sleek alloy housing supports a wide spectrum of computers including the latest thin form factor notebooks, and each Vector SSD is also bundled with a 3.5-inch desktop adapter bracket and Acronis® True ImageTM cloning software to enable quick and easy data transfer from legacy hard disk drive (HDD) storage to high performance Vector SSD storage.
Endurance was a major priority in the design of the Vector Series, and the highly intelligent Barefoot 3 controller includes an advanced suite of flash management tools that can analyze and dynamically adapt to increasing NAND vulnerabilities as flash cells wear or process geometries get smaller. In this way, the Barefoot 3 controller overcomes the shortcomings associated with MLC NAND flash memory and is specified to deliver 20GB host writes per day for 5 years. This 5-year warranty ensures that Vector SSDs can be reliably used in a wide range of high performance computing environments over an extended lifetime.
SAN JOSE, CA - November 27, 2012 - OCZ Technology Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:OCZ), a leading provider of high-performance solid-state drives (SSDs) for computing devices and systems, today announced the availability of its new SATA III-based Vector SSD Series featuring the company's next-generation Indilinx Barefoot 3 controller. OCZ's worldwide technology hardware and firmware teams developed the new controller silicon and firmware completely in-house to enable full design control over the Vector SSD Series roadmap, while delivering exceptional I/O performance, enhanced reliability and endurance, and a host of differentiated features to empower high performance laptops, desktops, and workstations with superior storage capabilities.
OCZ Vector SSDs provide exceptional input/output operations per second (IOPS) performance and the cutting-edge Barefoot 3 controller consistently delivers superior sustained performance over time regardless of whether the data streams are in compressed or uncompressed formats. As a result, this groundbreaking SSD series provides faster file transfers and boot-ups, and a quicker, more responsive storage experience.
"The development of the Indilinx Barefoot 3 controller architecture is a crowning achievement in our company's history, being our first controller silicon and firmware completely designed in-house from start to finish using all of the OCZ technology development teams," said Ralph Schmitt, CEO for OCZ Technology. "These are the first SSD products delivered under the new OCZ and leverages cutting-edge controller technology to deliver a groundbreaking level of sustained performance and reliability for customers seeking a superior SSD for their high performance computing applications."
The Vector SSD Series is available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB capacities, and delivers read bandwidth of up to 550 MB/s, write bandwidth of up to 530 MB/s, random read performance of up to 100,000 IOPS. The Vector's ultra-slim, 7mm sleek alloy housing supports a wide spectrum of computers including the latest thin form factor notebooks, and each Vector SSD is also bundled with a 3.5-inch desktop adapter bracket and Acronis® True ImageTM cloning software to enable quick and easy data transfer from legacy hard disk drive (HDD) storage to high performance Vector SSD storage.
Endurance was a major priority in the design of the Vector Series, and the highly intelligent Barefoot 3 controller includes an advanced suite of flash management tools that can analyze and dynamically adapt to increasing NAND vulnerabilities as flash cells wear or process geometries get smaller. In this way, the Barefoot 3 controller overcomes the shortcomings associated with MLC NAND flash memory and is specified to deliver 20GB host writes per day for 5 years. This 5-year warranty ensures that Vector SSDs can be reliably used in a wide range of high performance computing environments over an extended lifetime.
Monday 26 November 2012
Samsung SyncMaster S24A450BW at Okobe.co.uk
Samsung SyncMaster S24A450BW, 1920 x 1200, 24", Widescreen LED LCD Monitor at Okobe.co.uk
The Samsung LED Business Monitor SA450 has been designed to help boost work efficiency, delivering a tailored experience with its choice of viewer settings. The height-adjustable stand ensures that the screen can always be set at the optimal eye level, which enhances the visual experience while also helping maintain the viewer's body posture. Other features include the tilt and pivot capabilities, which not only increase comfort levels but also introduce new ways of working. The SA450 Monitor can rotate 90 degrees, allowing for more appropriate view depending on the work. So, now you can take convenience and efficiency to amazing heights with the Samsung LED Business Monitor SA450.
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Thursday 22 November 2012
D-Link launches first cloud-enabled camera for outdoor home monitoring
New addition offers homeowners remote monitoring capabilities in any weather
London, 22 November 2012 - D-Link has added a new outdoor camera integrated with cloud technology to its consumer home monitoring family, perfect for homeowners to keep an eye on property or visitors at the front door.
The HD PoE Outdoor Cloud Camera (DCS-2310L) is the first outdoor camera to incorporate mydlinkTMCloud Services functionality, which lets users manage their camera and access live video feeds from any Internet-connected computer, Smartphone or tablet running iOS or Android.
The HD PoE Outdoor Cloud Camera offers Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) functionality, meaning users can simply connect a single cable that will carry data and power when connected to a compatible switch. This makes it perfect for homes that suffer from a lot of wireless interference or congestion, or where a power supply is not easily accessible. Designed to handle outdoor life, the model is IP65-rated, signifying that it is completely sealed from dust, and protected against low jets of water and rain.
The camera is high resolution, and uses 1MP CMOS sensors to deliver 720p HD video clarity, ensuring rich detail and crisp image quality. It integrates night vision and PIR motion-sensing technology to ensure it catches every movement and alerts the homeowner when necessary, regardless of the time of day. It includes a microphone and speaker to allow for two-way communication (half-duplex), making it a great asset as an entry system.
In addition to being able to record images to a connected Network Video Recorder (NVR), such as the Cloud Network Video Recorder (DNR-322L), the camera also has a micro-SD slot*, for local recording to a removable card, as well as local storage and/or back-up in the case of a network failure.
The camera comes with D-Link's Zero Configuration set-up that intelligently configures and syncs cameras automatically when connected to a D-Link Cloud Router. This makes adding the camera to a home network the easiest it has ever been.
Adrian Edwards, Consumer Solutions Manager at D-Link UK & Ireland, commented: "IP surveillance and home monitoring are very fast growing sectors, driven by consumer demand to protect their properties, pets and possessions. The exponential growth in people owning tablets and smartphones has made remote monitoring easy, which is why we have integrated our new outdoor camera with our mydlinkTM Cloud Services. As well as fitting seamlessly into the home, the camera provides high definition images and can withstand outdoor environments."
London, 22 November 2012 - D-Link has added a new outdoor camera integrated with cloud technology to its consumer home monitoring family, perfect for homeowners to keep an eye on property or visitors at the front door.
The HD PoE Outdoor Cloud Camera (DCS-2310L) is the first outdoor camera to incorporate mydlinkTMCloud Services functionality, which lets users manage their camera and access live video feeds from any Internet-connected computer, Smartphone or tablet running iOS or Android.
The HD PoE Outdoor Cloud Camera offers Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) functionality, meaning users can simply connect a single cable that will carry data and power when connected to a compatible switch. This makes it perfect for homes that suffer from a lot of wireless interference or congestion, or where a power supply is not easily accessible. Designed to handle outdoor life, the model is IP65-rated, signifying that it is completely sealed from dust, and protected against low jets of water and rain.
The camera is high resolution, and uses 1MP CMOS sensors to deliver 720p HD video clarity, ensuring rich detail and crisp image quality. It integrates night vision and PIR motion-sensing technology to ensure it catches every movement and alerts the homeowner when necessary, regardless of the time of day. It includes a microphone and speaker to allow for two-way communication (half-duplex), making it a great asset as an entry system.
In addition to being able to record images to a connected Network Video Recorder (NVR), such as the Cloud Network Video Recorder (DNR-322L), the camera also has a micro-SD slot*, for local recording to a removable card, as well as local storage and/or back-up in the case of a network failure.
The camera comes with D-Link's Zero Configuration set-up that intelligently configures and syncs cameras automatically when connected to a D-Link Cloud Router. This makes adding the camera to a home network the easiest it has ever been.
Adrian Edwards, Consumer Solutions Manager at D-Link UK & Ireland, commented: "IP surveillance and home monitoring are very fast growing sectors, driven by consumer demand to protect their properties, pets and possessions. The exponential growth in people owning tablets and smartphones has made remote monitoring easy, which is why we have integrated our new outdoor camera with our mydlinkTM Cloud Services. As well as fitting seamlessly into the home, the camera provides high definition images and can withstand outdoor environments."
Wacom feel IT® technologies adopted for Samsung GALAXY Note II
Wacom supports further innovation in the next-generation of groundbreaking smartphones
22nd November 2012 - Wacom today announces that the Samsung GALAXY Note II has been launched with the Wacom ® feel IT technologies digital pen sensor system, based on a collaboration between Wacom and the Mobile Communications Division of Samsung Electronics Company Limited.
In 2011 the GALAXY Note was the first smartphone to adopt Wacom's digital pen sensor system. Following the August 2011 launch of the GALAXY Note 10.1, this is now the third Samsung product to make use of the system.
The GALAXY Note II combines Samsung's proprietary note writing application ‘S Note' with Wacom's S Pen, supported by Wacom ® feel IT technologies. The combination of these systems provides users with an easier way of creating and freely expressing ideas.
Wacom ® feel IT technologies comprises of a highly sensitive digital pen, a multi-touch sensor, controller chip and driver software, resulting in a natural and intuitive user interface solution. By promoting its adoption in popular mobile technology, Wacom aims to bring creative new digital communication solutions to a wide range of consumers using mobile devices.
22nd November 2012 - Wacom today announces that the Samsung GALAXY Note II has been launched with the Wacom ® feel IT technologies digital pen sensor system, based on a collaboration between Wacom and the Mobile Communications Division of Samsung Electronics Company Limited.
In 2011 the GALAXY Note was the first smartphone to adopt Wacom's digital pen sensor system. Following the August 2011 launch of the GALAXY Note 10.1, this is now the third Samsung product to make use of the system.
The GALAXY Note II combines Samsung's proprietary note writing application ‘S Note' with Wacom's S Pen, supported by Wacom ® feel IT technologies. The combination of these systems provides users with an easier way of creating and freely expressing ideas.
Wacom ® feel IT technologies comprises of a highly sensitive digital pen, a multi-touch sensor, controller chip and driver software, resulting in a natural and intuitive user interface solution. By promoting its adoption in popular mobile technology, Wacom aims to bring creative new digital communication solutions to a wide range of consumers using mobile devices.
Tuesday 20 November 2012
Western Digital Caviar Black WD2002FAEX, 2TB, 7200rpm, 3.5", Internal Hard Drive
Maximum performance.Dual processor technology, up to 64 MB cache and SATA 3 Gb/s or 6 Gb/s interface takes everything we know about 7200 RPM performance and turns it on its ear.
No compromises.
High performance, high capacity, best-in-class reliability, and cutting edge technology make up WD Caviar Black, the ideal drive for those who demand only the best.
Award winning.
This 7200 RPM speedster is at the top of its class when it comes to performance and reliability benchmarks.
WD is leading the way with a full lineup of SATA 6 Gb/s drives.
Over the years the industry has increased bus bandwidth from PATA through SATA 1.5 Gb/s and SATA 3 Gb/s to keep up with the demand for higher transfer rates. The next evolution of bus bandwidth has now been achieved with the introduction of SATA 6 Gb/s, (SATA 3.0). We’ve added a SATA 6 Gb/s interface to our award-winning WD Caviar Blue and WD Caviar Black desktop hard drives in capacities from 250 GB to 2 TB. This transition to a SATA 6 Gb/s interface aligns with the introduction of SATA 6 Gb/s-supporting chip sets and motherboards coming to the market.
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WD® Expands its Highest-Performing Desktop Hard Drive to 4 TB Capacity
New WD Black Hard Drives Offer Uncompromising Storage Performance for Enthusiasts, Gamers
WD®, a Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) company and a world leader in hard drives, today announced its highest performance, highest capacity desktop hard drive, the WD BlackTM 4 TB, 3.5-inch, 7200 RPM drive. Shipping immediately, the fast performance and ultimate capacity of the award-winning WD Black drives make them perfect for gaming, high-performance desktop systems and workstations.
WD Black hard drives combine 7200 RPM spin speed, 64 MB cache, dual stage actuator technology, SATA 6 gigabits per second (Gb/s) interface, and an integrated dual processor to deliver ultimate performance in a maximum-capacity drive.
"Maximizing the features and functionality of power computing applications such as gaming, multimedia and video editing, the new WD Black 4 TB hard drives offer capacity and performance - without compromise," said Matt Rutledge, vice president of WD's client storage group. "In choosing WD Black hard drives, WD desktop customers get the best possible mix of capacity, performance and reliability to handle intense desktop computing with ease."
WD®, a Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) company and a world leader in hard drives, today announced its highest performance, highest capacity desktop hard drive, the WD BlackTM 4 TB, 3.5-inch, 7200 RPM drive. Shipping immediately, the fast performance and ultimate capacity of the award-winning WD Black drives make them perfect for gaming, high-performance desktop systems and workstations.
WD Black hard drives combine 7200 RPM spin speed, 64 MB cache, dual stage actuator technology, SATA 6 gigabits per second (Gb/s) interface, and an integrated dual processor to deliver ultimate performance in a maximum-capacity drive.
"Maximizing the features and functionality of power computing applications such as gaming, multimedia and video editing, the new WD Black 4 TB hard drives offer capacity and performance - without compromise," said Matt Rutledge, vice president of WD's client storage group. "In choosing WD Black hard drives, WD desktop customers get the best possible mix of capacity, performance and reliability to handle intense desktop computing with ease."
Friday 16 November 2012
Lexmark mitigates security risks with new solution
Lexmark yesterday announced the new Lexmark Secure Content Monitor, a security solution that protects companies and agencies from potential threats to confidential information, profits and productivity by enabling businesses to automatically track and audit sensitive information.Lexmark Secure Content Monitor can better protect organizations by:
Automatically capturing and collecting information extracted from documents through an enterprise content management (ECM) system
Providing access to electronic versions of documents exactly as they were copied, scanned, emailed or faxed
Establishing proactive alerts that continuously search and identify content passing through the ECM system, identifying threats before costly damage occurs
Helping businesses comply with government regulations, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and the Data Protection Act, with features such as identifying unauthorized users of key documents or information.
There are four primary vertical targets for this solution: government/defense, manufacturing, financial services and healthcare — although it could benefit any organization.
Thursday 15 November 2012
Kensington Introduces Stylish new Accessories for iPhone 5 and iPad Mini
Accessories immediately available online, hit retail shelves soon
Aylesbury - November 15, 2012 - Kensington, the worldwide leader in delivering smart. safe. simple.TM accessories, introduces a funky new line of cases for iPhone 5, iPad mini and Samsung Galaxy S III models. Inspired by the upcoming fashion trends for men's and women's accessories, Kensington has teamed up with Californian designer Sasha Vermel to develop a completely new line of fashion cases that reflect smartphone and tablet users' sense of style and flair.
Kensington has combined everyday toughness with a brand new range of cases that are stylish enough to give a smartphone or tablet user that individual touch of additional class. Working together with designer Sasha represents a new high-point for Kensington, says Stephen Hoare, European Marketing Director at Kensington: "Based on our 30-year history of delivering high quality, affordable accessories, the new Kensington Fashion series is our boldest, most stylish ever range, with a choice of designs that are bound to appeal to smartphone and tablet buyers of all ages."
Designer Sasha Vermel says: "Smartphone and tablets need a cover to keep them from getting scratched in everyday use. We've come up with a range of covers that extend the fashion statement that users are making with their choice of phone or tablet, offering a stunning choice of cases to match individual style. With six different personas and a choice of texture and style for each, there's definitely one for everyone. There's no need to compromise and hide your phone away in a cheap and nasty plastic shell when you can flaunt your fashion with a Kensington case."
Ensuring a wide appeal for the New Kensington Fashion series, the company is introducing six personas representing six different styles - Industrial, Varsity, Americano, Sophisticate, Cheeky and Downtown. This means smartphone and tablet users can find their style and boost it with fashionable accessories.
Aylesbury - November 15, 2012 - Kensington, the worldwide leader in delivering smart. safe. simple.TM accessories, introduces a funky new line of cases for iPhone 5, iPad mini and Samsung Galaxy S III models. Inspired by the upcoming fashion trends for men's and women's accessories, Kensington has teamed up with Californian designer Sasha Vermel to develop a completely new line of fashion cases that reflect smartphone and tablet users' sense of style and flair.
Kensington has combined everyday toughness with a brand new range of cases that are stylish enough to give a smartphone or tablet user that individual touch of additional class. Working together with designer Sasha represents a new high-point for Kensington, says Stephen Hoare, European Marketing Director at Kensington: "Based on our 30-year history of delivering high quality, affordable accessories, the new Kensington Fashion series is our boldest, most stylish ever range, with a choice of designs that are bound to appeal to smartphone and tablet buyers of all ages."
Designer Sasha Vermel says: "Smartphone and tablets need a cover to keep them from getting scratched in everyday use. We've come up with a range of covers that extend the fashion statement that users are making with their choice of phone or tablet, offering a stunning choice of cases to match individual style. With six different personas and a choice of texture and style for each, there's definitely one for everyone. There's no need to compromise and hide your phone away in a cheap and nasty plastic shell when you can flaunt your fashion with a Kensington case."
Ensuring a wide appeal for the New Kensington Fashion series, the company is introducing six personas representing six different styles - Industrial, Varsity, Americano, Sophisticate, Cheeky and Downtown. This means smartphone and tablet users can find their style and boost it with fashionable accessories.
Wednesday 14 November 2012
Microsoft Certifies Auslogics’ Main Products as Windows 8 Compatible
Auslogics BoostSpeed, Auslogics Disk Defrag Pro and Auslogics File Recovery have been officially certified by Microsoft® as Windows 8 Compatible confirming the applications' capability to operate smoothly under the Windows 8® operating system.
Sydney, Australia - November 14th, 2012 - Auslogics Software Pty. Ltd., a leading publisher of popular PC optimization and maintenance utilities, has released an announcement that three of its main products - Auslogics BoostSpeed, Auslogics Disk Defrag Pro and Auslogics File Recovery - have received the official Windows 8 Compatible certification from Microsoft.
Microsoft's Windows App Certification Program is designed to help ensure that third-party applications carrying the Windows brand are both easy to install and reliable on PCs running Windows. The requirements that applications have to meet in order to qualify to display the Windows 8 Compatible logo include:
Being compatible and resilient
Adhering to Windows Security Best Practices
Supporting Windows security features
Supporting clean, reversible installation
Other strict technical specifications
The goal of this program is to provide the value that users expect from their Windows-based systems, which includes requirements of stability, compatibility, reliability, performance, and quality.
The three Auslogics products that received Windows 8 compatibility certification had gone through extensive in-house testing prior to being tested by Microsoft. The tests confirmed their solid architecture and reliability, their full adherence to strict security requirements and ability to provide a smooth user experience on Windows 8 platforms.
"We are very excited about receiving this certification from Microsoft," says Anna Lind, Auslogics PR representative. "This achievement is significant for us as a company, as it means our developers have done a fantastic job, which has been acknowledged; and it is also significant for our customers, as they receive the ultimate confirmation that Auslogics products can be trusted for use on platforms running the newest Windows version. Not much changed in Windows 8 in terms of maintenance and optimization needs, and we are happy to provide the feature-rich tools Windows users look for to replace and supplement the minimalistic built-in utilities."
Sydney, Australia - November 14th, 2012 - Auslogics Software Pty. Ltd., a leading publisher of popular PC optimization and maintenance utilities, has released an announcement that three of its main products - Auslogics BoostSpeed, Auslogics Disk Defrag Pro and Auslogics File Recovery - have received the official Windows 8 Compatible certification from Microsoft.
Microsoft's Windows App Certification Program is designed to help ensure that third-party applications carrying the Windows brand are both easy to install and reliable on PCs running Windows. The requirements that applications have to meet in order to qualify to display the Windows 8 Compatible logo include:
Being compatible and resilient
Adhering to Windows Security Best Practices
Supporting Windows security features
Supporting clean, reversible installation
Other strict technical specifications
The goal of this program is to provide the value that users expect from their Windows-based systems, which includes requirements of stability, compatibility, reliability, performance, and quality.
The three Auslogics products that received Windows 8 compatibility certification had gone through extensive in-house testing prior to being tested by Microsoft. The tests confirmed their solid architecture and reliability, their full adherence to strict security requirements and ability to provide a smooth user experience on Windows 8 platforms.
"We are very excited about receiving this certification from Microsoft," says Anna Lind, Auslogics PR representative. "This achievement is significant for us as a company, as it means our developers have done a fantastic job, which has been acknowledged; and it is also significant for our customers, as they receive the ultimate confirmation that Auslogics products can be trusted for use on platforms running the newest Windows version. Not much changed in Windows 8 in terms of maintenance and optimization needs, and we are happy to provide the feature-rich tools Windows users look for to replace and supplement the minimalistic built-in utilities."
Synology DS212 2 Bay NAS Enclosure Optimal Price/Performance Ratio
Optimal Price/Performance Ratio
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Synology DS212 delivers an average 110 MB/sec reading speed under RAID 1 configuration in a Windows environment, and 54.3 MB/sec writing. DiskStation DS212 provides a reliable solution for data sharing with an easy to use interface, and comprehensive office applications, including a complete backup solution making it one of the best values in 2-bay NAS devices available today.
Coming with USB 3.0 support which offers transmission speeds of up to 5 Gbps, namely 10 times faster than USB 2.0, DS212 takes less time for data transfer for external hard drives and consumes less power. In addition, hot-swappable drives make it easier for maintenance and hard drive replacement.
Simple Sharing
Synology DS212 offers comprehensive network protocol support, assuring seamless file sharing across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms. Windows ADS and LDAP integration allows the Synology DS212 to quickly and easily fit into an existing business network environment with no need to recreate user accounts on the Synology DS212. Internet file access is simplified by the encrypted FTP server and the web-based File Browser. HTTPS, the built-in firewall, and IP auto-block support ensure file sharing over the Internet is protected at a high security level.
If you are always on the move, Synology provides a handy app, DS file for iPhone, iPad and Android users. Anything stored on Synology DS212 can now be accessed remotely using DS file via the Internet.
Business Applications
Synology DS212 runs on the award-winning operating system, Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), offering comprehensive applications and features designed specifically for home and business workgroups.
The built-in mail server turns Synology DS212 into a dedicated mail service provider, and the USB printer sharing capability minimizes businesses’ cost by sharing printing resources throughout the office. VPN Server package offers an easy VPN solution that turns your DS212 into a VPN server, providing a secure way of connecting to a private LAN at a remote location.
Synology Web Station with support for PHP/MySQL web content allows hosting of up to 30 websites, and 3rd party web applications such as Content Management, Customer Relationship Management & e-Commerce system.
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Synology DS212 offers a centralized backup target to consolidate fragmented and unstructured data across a network. PC users can back up their data to Synology DS212 using Synology Data Replicator software, and Mac OS X users enjoy native Apple® Time Machine integration.
A backup wizard is provided for backing up data from Synology DS212 to another Synology DiskStation, to other rsync server, or to an external drive. Backing up to Amazon® S3 cloud service is also supported. The add-on package, Time Backup, keeps DiskStation data in multiple versions, so IT administrators could easily keep track of them and restore to a previous version whenever required.
USBCopy and SDCopy provide a plug-n-save solution to store data. By pushing the «Copy» button on the front panel, you can quickly back up all data from your USB storage device or SD card to your DiskStation.
Peace of Mind with Data Encryption
The Synology DS212 is equipped with an encryption engine which offloads the encryption calculation task away from the main CPU, helping to improve file transfer speeds of the DiskStation.
Data protection is an important matter for businesses of all sizes. High-end features previously available only on enterprise level hardware are now accessible via Synology DS212 to small and medium-sized businesses. DS212 provides share-level AES 256-bit encryption to aid in the prevention of unauthorized access attempts to the hard drives.
Energy Efficient with Cool and Quiet Design
Synology DS212 is designed with energy efficiency in mind. Not only does it provide a 92x92 mm fan and the smart airflow to keep the system running cool 24/7, its noise dampening design makes it really quiet compared to PC counterparts. The support of Wake on LAN/WAN, multiple scheduled power on/off, and hard drive hibernation can further reduce power consumption and operation cost.
All Synology products are produced with RoHS compliant parts and packed with recyclable packaging materials. Synology acknowledges the responsibility as a global citizen to continually work to reduce the environmental impact of every product produced.
Shop at Okobe.co.uk: Synology DS212
Shop at Okobe.co.uk: Synology DS212
Coming with USB 3.0 support which offers transmission speeds of up to 5 Gbps, namely 10 times faster than USB 2.0, DS212 takes less time for data transfer for external hard drives and consumes less power. In addition, hot-swappable drives make it easier for maintenance and hard drive replacement.
Simple Sharing
Synology DS212 offers comprehensive network protocol support, assuring seamless file sharing across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms. Windows ADS and LDAP integration allows the Synology DS212 to quickly and easily fit into an existing business network environment with no need to recreate user accounts on the Synology DS212. Internet file access is simplified by the encrypted FTP server and the web-based File Browser. HTTPS, the built-in firewall, and IP auto-block support ensure file sharing over the Internet is protected at a high security level.
If you are always on the move, Synology provides a handy app, DS file for iPhone, iPad and Android users. Anything stored on Synology DS212 can now be accessed remotely using DS file via the Internet.
Business Applications
Synology DS212 runs on the award-winning operating system, Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), offering comprehensive applications and features designed specifically for home and business workgroups.
The built-in mail server turns Synology DS212 into a dedicated mail service provider, and the USB printer sharing capability minimizes businesses’ cost by sharing printing resources throughout the office. VPN Server package offers an easy VPN solution that turns your DS212 into a VPN server, providing a secure way of connecting to a private LAN at a remote location.
Synology Web Station with support for PHP/MySQL web content allows hosting of up to 30 websites, and 3rd party web applications such as Content Management, Customer Relationship Management & e-Commerce system.
Effective Backup Solutions
Synology DS212 offers a centralized backup target to consolidate fragmented and unstructured data across a network. PC users can back up their data to Synology DS212 using Synology Data Replicator software, and Mac OS X users enjoy native Apple® Time Machine integration.
A backup wizard is provided for backing up data from Synology DS212 to another Synology DiskStation, to other rsync server, or to an external drive. Backing up to Amazon® S3 cloud service is also supported. The add-on package, Time Backup, keeps DiskStation data in multiple versions, so IT administrators could easily keep track of them and restore to a previous version whenever required.
USBCopy and SDCopy provide a plug-n-save solution to store data. By pushing the «Copy» button on the front panel, you can quickly back up all data from your USB storage device or SD card to your DiskStation.
Peace of Mind with Data Encryption
The Synology DS212 is equipped with an encryption engine which offloads the encryption calculation task away from the main CPU, helping to improve file transfer speeds of the DiskStation.
Data protection is an important matter for businesses of all sizes. High-end features previously available only on enterprise level hardware are now accessible via Synology DS212 to small and medium-sized businesses. DS212 provides share-level AES 256-bit encryption to aid in the prevention of unauthorized access attempts to the hard drives.
Energy Efficient with Cool and Quiet Design
Synology DS212 is designed with energy efficiency in mind. Not only does it provide a 92x92 mm fan and the smart airflow to keep the system running cool 24/7, its noise dampening design makes it really quiet compared to PC counterparts. The support of Wake on LAN/WAN, multiple scheduled power on/off, and hard drive hibernation can further reduce power consumption and operation cost.
All Synology products are produced with RoHS compliant parts and packed with recyclable packaging materials. Synology acknowledges the responsibility as a global citizen to continually work to reduce the environmental impact of every product produced.
Shop at Okobe.co.uk: Synology DS212
Kingston Digital Ships Next-Gen SSDNow V Series
New SSDNow V300 Solid-state Drive Provides Consumers with High-performance, Cost-efficient Upgrade Solution
Customised LSI SandForce Flash Storage Processor Solution
November 14, 2012 -- Kingston Digital Europe Ltd, an affiliate of Kingston Technology Company Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced it is shipping the next generation of its most cost-effective SSDNow V Series solid-state drive. The Kingston® SSDNow V300 is a powerful upgrade solution for cost-conscious consumers looking to upgrade their existing desktop or notebook PC.
The new SSDNow V300 is 10x faster than a 7200RPM hard-disk drive†. It is powered by an LSI® SandForce® Flash Storage Processor (FSP) solution customised for Kingston, and optimised for industry-leading 19nm NAND Flash memory to deliver sequential read and write speeds of up to 450MB/s. Using best-in-class components, SSDNow V300 combines quality, performance and affordability for first-time SSD users or anyone looking to upgrade an existing system.
"LSI worked together with Kingston to deliver a customized high-performing solid-state drive solution for their cost-effective SSDNow V Series," said Kent Smith, senior director of product marketing, Flash Components Division, LSI. "Our award-winning SF-2281 Client FSPs provide Kingston's customers with enterprise-class features and an enhanced everyday computing user experience, especially for first time SSD users."
"Kingston is committed to delivering SSDs at the best price to performance ratio as possible. We achieve this again with our next-generation SSDNow V300," said Ann Keefe, Regional Director UK and Ireland, Kingston. "The SSDNow V300 is the best cost-efficient upgrade for users who want their existing systems to perform faster. They will experience faster boot up and shutdown times, and will also see much better system performance when multiple applications are open."
The SSDNow V300 is available as a stand-alone drive or as an upgrade kit containing cloning software and other accessories for a desktop and notebook system. SSDNow V300 is backed by a three-year warranty, free technical support and legendary Kingston reliability.
† Based on PCMark Vantage, Advanced Edition HDD Test Suite. Test system: Dell XPS 8500, Intel H77 Chipset, Intel® CoreTM i7-3770 CPU, 8GB System Memory. SSD tested as primary drive with results based on "out-of-box" performance. This SSD is designed for use in desktop and notebook computer workloads, and is not intended for Server environments.
Customised LSI SandForce Flash Storage Processor Solution
November 14, 2012 -- Kingston Digital Europe Ltd, an affiliate of Kingston Technology Company Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced it is shipping the next generation of its most cost-effective SSDNow V Series solid-state drive. The Kingston® SSDNow V300 is a powerful upgrade solution for cost-conscious consumers looking to upgrade their existing desktop or notebook PC.
The new SSDNow V300 is 10x faster than a 7200RPM hard-disk drive†. It is powered by an LSI® SandForce® Flash Storage Processor (FSP) solution customised for Kingston, and optimised for industry-leading 19nm NAND Flash memory to deliver sequential read and write speeds of up to 450MB/s. Using best-in-class components, SSDNow V300 combines quality, performance and affordability for first-time SSD users or anyone looking to upgrade an existing system.
"LSI worked together with Kingston to deliver a customized high-performing solid-state drive solution for their cost-effective SSDNow V Series," said Kent Smith, senior director of product marketing, Flash Components Division, LSI. "Our award-winning SF-2281 Client FSPs provide Kingston's customers with enterprise-class features and an enhanced everyday computing user experience, especially for first time SSD users."
"Kingston is committed to delivering SSDs at the best price to performance ratio as possible. We achieve this again with our next-generation SSDNow V300," said Ann Keefe, Regional Director UK and Ireland, Kingston. "The SSDNow V300 is the best cost-efficient upgrade for users who want their existing systems to perform faster. They will experience faster boot up and shutdown times, and will also see much better system performance when multiple applications are open."
The SSDNow V300 is available as a stand-alone drive or as an upgrade kit containing cloning software and other accessories for a desktop and notebook system. SSDNow V300 is backed by a three-year warranty, free technical support and legendary Kingston reliability.
† Based on PCMark Vantage, Advanced Edition HDD Test Suite. Test system: Dell XPS 8500, Intel H77 Chipset, Intel® CoreTM i7-3770 CPU, 8GB System Memory. SSD tested as primary drive with results based on "out-of-box" performance. This SSD is designed for use in desktop and notebook computer workloads, and is not intended for Server environments.
Tuesday 13 November 2012
WD® Offers Mac Users USB 3.0 Connectivity with New My Book® Studio™ External Hard Drive
4 TB Capacity; Premium Aluminium Enclosure and Hardware-Based Encryption That Protects Against Unauthorised Access to Valuable Content
WD®, a Western Digital company (NASDAQ: WDC), and a world leader in external storage and connected life solutions, today announced a new version of the My Book® StudioTM external hard drive. USB 3.0 capability is now extended to this family of My Book Studio hard drives and provides data transfer speeds up to three times faster than USB 2.0. WD has also introduced the addition of a massive 4 TB capacity in a single-drive configuration making it a perfect solution for backing up large amounts of digital content. The My Book Studio drive is designed with a premium aluminium enclosure and will be available in 1 TB, 2 TB, 3 TB and 4 TB capacities.
The My Book Studio drive's features and benefits have made it a favourite among creative professionals and Mac computer enthusiasts, including working seamlessly with Apple® Time Machine, for protecting and backing up their valuable professional and personal content. The My Book Studio external hard drive includes WD SecurityTM, which allows users to password protect their drive along with 256-bit hardware-based encryption for added security against unauthorised access to the drive and its contents.
"WD's My Book Studio with USB 3.0 delivers extreme transfer speeds while maintaining the standard USB and FireWire connections computer users prefer," said Jim Welsh, executive vice president and general manager of WD's branded and CE products. "Its large capacity, combined with a premium aluminium enclosure, hardware-based encryption, and compatibility with Apple Time Machine, provide Mac users with a fast, secure and complete system for preserving their valuable content."
WD®, a Western Digital company (NASDAQ: WDC), and a world leader in external storage and connected life solutions, today announced a new version of the My Book® StudioTM external hard drive. USB 3.0 capability is now extended to this family of My Book Studio hard drives and provides data transfer speeds up to three times faster than USB 2.0. WD has also introduced the addition of a massive 4 TB capacity in a single-drive configuration making it a perfect solution for backing up large amounts of digital content. The My Book Studio drive is designed with a premium aluminium enclosure and will be available in 1 TB, 2 TB, 3 TB and 4 TB capacities.
The My Book Studio drive's features and benefits have made it a favourite among creative professionals and Mac computer enthusiasts, including working seamlessly with Apple® Time Machine, for protecting and backing up their valuable professional and personal content. The My Book Studio external hard drive includes WD SecurityTM, which allows users to password protect their drive along with 256-bit hardware-based encryption for added security against unauthorised access to the drive and its contents.
"WD's My Book Studio with USB 3.0 delivers extreme transfer speeds while maintaining the standard USB and FireWire connections computer users prefer," said Jim Welsh, executive vice president and general manager of WD's branded and CE products. "Its large capacity, combined with a premium aluminium enclosure, hardware-based encryption, and compatibility with Apple Time Machine, provide Mac users with a fast, secure and complete system for preserving their valuable content."
Antec debuts new line of mobile accessories
New Product line aims to meet the needs of the mobile iGeneration
Berlin, Germany - November 13, 2012 - Antec, Inc., the global leader in high-performance computer components and accessories for the gaming, PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourself markets, today debuted their new complete line of mobile accessory products while at the same time announcing the foundation of Antec Mobile Products (a.m.p) - a wholly-owned subsidiary created to manage this new product line.
a.m.p represents an entirely innovative approach to technology. Colloquially referred to as "Fashion Technology", Antec is seeking to reach out the younger iGeneration by providing attractive products that complete their mobile lifestyles. Yet, by placing an emphasis on mobility, sharing and freedom, Antec seeks to engage a wider audience that includes travelers, business commuters and casual users.
The a.m.p product line includes two families: a range of mobile audio devices and a series of portable power banks and battery chargers.
Mobile Audio
The a.m.p mobile audio accessories offer new capabilities to mobile users. With a focus on mobility, sharing and community, these products maximize the potential of BluetoothTM technology to provide users the opportunity to experience their music in new ways.
SP1: a fully-portable, Bluetooth-enabled speaker that supports mobile phone functions. Available in three different, vivid color combinations, the SP1 allows users to wirelessly stream music from any Bluetooth-enabled device to the SP1. At the same time the SP1 acts a speakerphone, letting users share conversations and phone calls as well as music.
Berlin, Germany - November 13, 2012 - Antec, Inc., the global leader in high-performance computer components and accessories for the gaming, PC upgrade and Do-It-Yourself markets, today debuted their new complete line of mobile accessory products while at the same time announcing the foundation of Antec Mobile Products (a.m.p) - a wholly-owned subsidiary created to manage this new product line.
a.m.p represents an entirely innovative approach to technology. Colloquially referred to as "Fashion Technology", Antec is seeking to reach out the younger iGeneration by providing attractive products that complete their mobile lifestyles. Yet, by placing an emphasis on mobility, sharing and freedom, Antec seeks to engage a wider audience that includes travelers, business commuters and casual users.
The a.m.p product line includes two families: a range of mobile audio devices and a series of portable power banks and battery chargers.
Mobile Audio
The a.m.p mobile audio accessories offer new capabilities to mobile users. With a focus on mobility, sharing and community, these products maximize the potential of BluetoothTM technology to provide users the opportunity to experience their music in new ways.
SP1: a fully-portable, Bluetooth-enabled speaker that supports mobile phone functions. Available in three different, vivid color combinations, the SP1 allows users to wirelessly stream music from any Bluetooth-enabled device to the SP1. At the same time the SP1 acts a speakerphone, letting users share conversations and phone calls as well as music.
Friday 9 November 2012
ASUS Announces AMD Opteron™ 6300 Series-Ready Server Line
Meets extreme computing needs with up to four CPUs and dual GPUs plus more flexible expandability
November 9, 2012 - Integrating new AMD OpteronTM 6300 processors, a full range of ASUS servers and server boards offers greater flexibility with five expansion slots and extreme computing power via support for up to four CPUs and two GPUs in select models (RS920A-E6/RS8, RS924A-E6/RS8 servers) to accommodate the needs of data center, enterprise and HPC applications. The dedicated BIOS developed by ASUS to make the most of the new processors is now available at the official ASUS support site.
Four AMD G34 sockets, the flexibility of five expansion slots, and up to dual GPUs
RS920A-E6/RS8 and RS924A-E6/RS8 servers have been designed with a 4-way layout that supports up to four AMD OpteronTM 6300 processors on a single board, delivering extreme computing power and enhanced scalability. With each OpteronTM 6300 processor utilizing 16 cores, the new ASUS servers can sustain up to 64 cores as well as a maximum 512GB memory. They ship with four PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots plus one dedicated slot for an ASUS PIKE RAID card. This layout offers more flexible system setup and upgrade options, with an internal design that allows for up to twin double-deck graphics cards. The combined CPU/GPU power on offer creates high-output hybrid computing that matches the processing-intensive demands of HPC and data center applications.
November 9, 2012 - Integrating new AMD OpteronTM 6300 processors, a full range of ASUS servers and server boards offers greater flexibility with five expansion slots and extreme computing power via support for up to four CPUs and two GPUs in select models (RS920A-E6/RS8, RS924A-E6/RS8 servers) to accommodate the needs of data center, enterprise and HPC applications. The dedicated BIOS developed by ASUS to make the most of the new processors is now available at the official ASUS support site.
Four AMD G34 sockets, the flexibility of five expansion slots, and up to dual GPUs
RS920A-E6/RS8 and RS924A-E6/RS8 servers have been designed with a 4-way layout that supports up to four AMD OpteronTM 6300 processors on a single board, delivering extreme computing power and enhanced scalability. With each OpteronTM 6300 processor utilizing 16 cores, the new ASUS servers can sustain up to 64 cores as well as a maximum 512GB memory. They ship with four PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots plus one dedicated slot for an ASUS PIKE RAID card. This layout offers more flexible system setup and upgrade options, with an internal design that allows for up to twin double-deck graphics cards. The combined CPU/GPU power on offer creates high-output hybrid computing that matches the processing-intensive demands of HPC and data center applications.
Thursday 8 November 2012
ARCTIC Freezer i30 CO - Intel CPU Cooler for Continuous Operation
ARCTIC is proud to introduce the comeback of Freezer i30 aimed at a different application this time. Ideal for systems working under the most demanding environments or 24/7, Freezer i30 CO is the ultimate solution for advanced users, enthusiasts and overclockers seeking performance and silence of their PCs.
Following the exact same design of Freezer i30, the Freezer i30 CO replaces the fluid dynamic bearing with high quality dual ball bearing from Japan to cater systems whenever continuous operation is required.
Following the exact same design of Freezer i30, the Freezer i30 CO replaces the fluid dynamic bearing with high quality dual ball bearing from Japan to cater systems whenever continuous operation is required.
Creative Unleashes Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Gaming Headsets
Hassle-Free Wireless Audio Sounds as Great as a Wired Headset
London, UK - Creative Technology Ltd has announced the Sound Blaster® Tactic3D Rage Wireless gaming headset for PC and Mac, featuring state-of-the-art wireless audio technology and hassle-free connectivity. Creative also announced the new Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage USB wired gaming headset. Both headsets feature customisable SBX Pro StudioTM sound and voice audio technologies to arm gamers with the competitive advantage of the most immersive and accurate 3D acoustic environment.
The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless gaming headset connects quickly and easily via a USB dongle, for uncompressed 2.4 GHz, latency-free wireless audio playback. In both the wireless and wired models of the headset, best-in-class sound quality pumps through 50mm FullSpectrumTM drivers, with frequency response of 20Hz ~ 20KHz. The TacticProfileTM audio interface on the PC or Mac enables customisation of EQ and audio preferences, which gamers can export and share with others.
The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage gaming headsets introduce the SB PrismTM RGB LED illumination system, enabling gamers to choose from 16 million colors to light up the side of each ear cup to match their rig or gaming style. Adjustable pulsation and intensity control for the SB Prism system also allows the headset to dynamically pulsate with the audio stream in real time when activated.
"We worked closely with professional gamers around the world to embrace their vision of the ultimate gaming headset, and we met their challenge to design a wireless headset that sounds as good and performs as well as its wired counterpart, providing ultimate freedom of movement without compromising audio quality," said Ryan Schlieper, Product Marketing Manager for Gaming at Creative. "We want everyone to feel like the Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage is designed especially for them, so we're excited to introduce the most customisable headsets on the market. The competitive advantage of creating your own personalised audio settings combined with customised ear cup illumination gives you the ultimate addition to your gaming arsenal."
The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage gaming headsets feature SpringSteelTM steel core head band construction with sponge ear cups encased in leather for comfort during long periods of gaming. The built-in rechargeable battery powers up to 16 hours of use on a single charge. Rotary volume and mute controls are conveniently located on the ear cup. The detachable boom mic enhances portability and enhances the headset's use for music playback.
The Tactic3D software control panel for PC and Mac provides all of the SBX Pro Studio and SB Prism customisation capabilities.
London, UK - Creative Technology Ltd has announced the Sound Blaster® Tactic3D Rage Wireless gaming headset for PC and Mac, featuring state-of-the-art wireless audio technology and hassle-free connectivity. Creative also announced the new Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage USB wired gaming headset. Both headsets feature customisable SBX Pro StudioTM sound and voice audio technologies to arm gamers with the competitive advantage of the most immersive and accurate 3D acoustic environment.
The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless gaming headset connects quickly and easily via a USB dongle, for uncompressed 2.4 GHz, latency-free wireless audio playback. In both the wireless and wired models of the headset, best-in-class sound quality pumps through 50mm FullSpectrumTM drivers, with frequency response of 20Hz ~ 20KHz. The TacticProfileTM audio interface on the PC or Mac enables customisation of EQ and audio preferences, which gamers can export and share with others.
The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage gaming headsets introduce the SB PrismTM RGB LED illumination system, enabling gamers to choose from 16 million colors to light up the side of each ear cup to match their rig or gaming style. Adjustable pulsation and intensity control for the SB Prism system also allows the headset to dynamically pulsate with the audio stream in real time when activated.
"We worked closely with professional gamers around the world to embrace their vision of the ultimate gaming headset, and we met their challenge to design a wireless headset that sounds as good and performs as well as its wired counterpart, providing ultimate freedom of movement without compromising audio quality," said Ryan Schlieper, Product Marketing Manager for Gaming at Creative. "We want everyone to feel like the Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage is designed especially for them, so we're excited to introduce the most customisable headsets on the market. The competitive advantage of creating your own personalised audio settings combined with customised ear cup illumination gives you the ultimate addition to your gaming arsenal."
The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage gaming headsets feature SpringSteelTM steel core head band construction with sponge ear cups encased in leather for comfort during long periods of gaming. The built-in rechargeable battery powers up to 16 hours of use on a single charge. Rotary volume and mute controls are conveniently located on the ear cup. The detachable boom mic enhances portability and enhances the headset's use for music playback.
The Tactic3D software control panel for PC and Mac provides all of the SBX Pro Studio and SB Prism customisation capabilities.
Tuesday 6 November 2012
NVIDIA Delivers Massive Performance Boost to Linux Gaming
New GeForce Drivers Optimized for Linux Double Frame Rates, Reduce Game Loading Times
SANTA CLARA, Calif.-Nov. 6, 2012 - NVIDIA today announced the latest NVIDIA® GeForce® drivers - R310 - double the performance(1) and dramatically reduce game loading times for those gaming on the Linux operating system.
The result of almost a year of development by NVIDIA, Valve and other game developers, the new GeForce R310 drivers are designed to give GeForce customers the best possible Linux-based PC gaming experience - and showcase the enormous potential of the world's biggest open-source operating system.
Available for download at www.geforce.com, the new R310 drivers were also thoroughly tested with Steam for Linux, the extension of Valve's phenomenally popular Steam gaming platform that officially opened to gamers starting today.
"With this release, NVIDIA has managed to increase the overall gaming performance under Linux," said Doug Lombardi, vice president of marketing at Valve. "NVIDIA took an unquestioned leadership position developing R310 drivers with us and other studios to provide an absolutely unequalled solution for Linux gamers."
The R310 drivers support the newest GeForce GTX 600 series GPUs, which have redefined gaming for desktop and notebook PCs by combining revolutionary performance and gaming technology features with an incredibly power-efficient design. Gamers with previous generation GeForce GPUs, including the 8800 GT and above, are encouraged to download these new drivers as well.
SANTA CLARA, Calif.-Nov. 6, 2012 - NVIDIA today announced the latest NVIDIA® GeForce® drivers - R310 - double the performance(1) and dramatically reduce game loading times for those gaming on the Linux operating system.
The result of almost a year of development by NVIDIA, Valve and other game developers, the new GeForce R310 drivers are designed to give GeForce customers the best possible Linux-based PC gaming experience - and showcase the enormous potential of the world's biggest open-source operating system.
Available for download at www.geforce.com, the new R310 drivers were also thoroughly tested with Steam for Linux, the extension of Valve's phenomenally popular Steam gaming platform that officially opened to gamers starting today.
"With this release, NVIDIA has managed to increase the overall gaming performance under Linux," said Doug Lombardi, vice president of marketing at Valve. "NVIDIA took an unquestioned leadership position developing R310 drivers with us and other studios to provide an absolutely unequalled solution for Linux gamers."
The R310 drivers support the newest GeForce GTX 600 series GPUs, which have redefined gaming for desktop and notebook PCs by combining revolutionary performance and gaming technology features with an incredibly power-efficient design. Gamers with previous generation GeForce GPUs, including the 8800 GT and above, are encouraged to download these new drivers as well.
Monday 5 November 2012
New AMD Opteron 6300 Series Processors Deliver the Winning Solution for Virtualised Data Centres and High Performance Computing Clusters
Latest AMD Opteron Processors with the Next Generation "Piledriver" Core Offer Record-breaking Java Performance
SUNNYVALE, Calif. - Nov. 5, 2012 - AMD (NYSE: AMD) today unveiled its new AMD OpteronTM 6300 Series server processors based on its next-generation "Piledriver" core architecture. The new AMD Opteron processors deliver superior performance and scalability for virtualised server platforms that are central to private and public cloud deployments, big data systems and high-performance computing (HPC) clusters. The AMD Opteron 6300 Series processors strike the ultimate balance between performance, scalability and cost effectiveness to help IT organisations lower total cost of ownership (TCO).
The AMD Opteron 6300 Series processors offer industry-leading performance in SPECjbb2005, a server benchmark used to evaluate Java performance, with up to 24 percent higher performance versus the prior generation AMD Opteron 6200 Series processors[1]. Java is a critical element of the software ecosystem for next-generation data centres. Performance per watt is up to 40 percent higher than the prior generation solutions[2], which means businesses running robust large-scale software systems will be able to enjoy high performance as well as low TCO.
AMD continues to drive HPC performance with the AMD Opteron 6300 Series processors by leveraging optimisations in compilers and libraries, and combining it with the next-generation core architecture. AMD has delivered impressive results in key HPC applications such as the molecular dynamics workloads LAMMPs and NAMD[3].
"Across global IT organisations, cost-effective, scalable performance is a core requirement to support cloud computing, server consolidation and highly-threaded workloads common in HPC, big data and other areas," said Suresh Gopalakrishnan, general manager, Server Business Unit, AMD. "The key to a winning solution for customers is working with OEMs and other solution providers to minimise TCO with a combination of cost effectiveness and superior performance per watt. AMD Opteron 6300 Series processors are uniquely positioned to be the difference-maker customers are seeking."
SUNNYVALE, Calif. - Nov. 5, 2012 - AMD (NYSE: AMD) today unveiled its new AMD OpteronTM 6300 Series server processors based on its next-generation "Piledriver" core architecture. The new AMD Opteron processors deliver superior performance and scalability for virtualised server platforms that are central to private and public cloud deployments, big data systems and high-performance computing (HPC) clusters. The AMD Opteron 6300 Series processors strike the ultimate balance between performance, scalability and cost effectiveness to help IT organisations lower total cost of ownership (TCO).
The AMD Opteron 6300 Series processors offer industry-leading performance in SPECjbb2005, a server benchmark used to evaluate Java performance, with up to 24 percent higher performance versus the prior generation AMD Opteron 6200 Series processors[1]. Java is a critical element of the software ecosystem for next-generation data centres. Performance per watt is up to 40 percent higher than the prior generation solutions[2], which means businesses running robust large-scale software systems will be able to enjoy high performance as well as low TCO.
AMD continues to drive HPC performance with the AMD Opteron 6300 Series processors by leveraging optimisations in compilers and libraries, and combining it with the next-generation core architecture. AMD has delivered impressive results in key HPC applications such as the molecular dynamics workloads LAMMPs and NAMD[3].
"Across global IT organisations, cost-effective, scalable performance is a core requirement to support cloud computing, server consolidation and highly-threaded workloads common in HPC, big data and other areas," said Suresh Gopalakrishnan, general manager, Server Business Unit, AMD. "The key to a winning solution for customers is working with OEMs and other solution providers to minimise TCO with a combination of cost effectiveness and superior performance per watt. AMD Opteron 6300 Series processors are uniquely positioned to be the difference-maker customers are seeking."
Friday 2 November 2012
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Acer TravelMate
The Acer TravelMate Series of laptops features dependable processing power, wide-ranging communication capabilities, and indispensable security solutions to empower mobile professionals like you. Designed to keep your business running while you're on the move, this streamlined notebook boasts corporate-level manageability and convenient handling. An eco-friendly design and energy-conserving features help save cost, as well as the environment.
ASUS X
Equipped with Genuine Windows® 7 Ultimate or other editions available and an Intel® Core™ i3 or Pentium™ B940/B950 processor and Intel® HD Graphics 3000 or AMD Radeon HD 6470M GPUs and up to 4GB DDR3 video memory for dazzling gaming and multimedia output, the ASUS X Series notebooks delivers the best mobile performance in its class, for both work and play.
Fujitsu LIFEBOOK
If you need reliable mobile device, the broad Fujitsu LIFEBOOK portfolio offers a range of entry-level and more powerful, individual solutions. Extensive configuration options provide ultimate flexibility and convenience, and innovative energy-saving technology reduces the environmental footprint of your notebooks. Moreover, every Fujitsu LIFEBOOK delivers highest reliability, driven by a unique combination of German precision engineering and Japanese quality, supported by 30 years of experience.
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The Acer TravelMate Series of laptops features dependable processing power, wide-ranging communication capabilities, and indispensable security solutions to empower mobile professionals like you. Designed to keep your business running while you're on the move, this streamlined notebook boasts corporate-level manageability and convenient handling. An eco-friendly design and energy-conserving features help save cost, as well as the environment.
ASUS X
Equipped with Genuine Windows® 7 Ultimate or other editions available and an Intel® Core™ i3 or Pentium™ B940/B950 processor and Intel® HD Graphics 3000 or AMD Radeon HD 6470M GPUs and up to 4GB DDR3 video memory for dazzling gaming and multimedia output, the ASUS X Series notebooks delivers the best mobile performance in its class, for both work and play.
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Thursday 1 November 2012
THURSDAY SPECIAL WD 3TB Drive at Okobe.co.uk
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WD quality inside and out
My Book External drives are the world’s best selling drives. There’s a reason. We’ve been making hard drives for 20 years and we know how to protect your data.
USB 3.0 plus USB 2.0
A single drive with universal compatibility today and next-generation speed for tomorrow. Use it with USB 2.0 now and step up to USB 3.0 speed when you’re ready.
See your life safe in one place
WD SmartWare visual backup software provides a visual display of your backup as it happens so you know your data is safe.
WD SmartWare software- You're in control of your backup. Install all the features, select just the components you need, or if you prefer, choose not to use the software at all.
Automatic, continuous backup - Works quietly in the background to protect your data using minimal PC resources. Whenever you add or change a file it’s instantly backed up.
Password protection for privacy - Gain peace of mind knowing that your data is protected from unauthorized access with password protection and encryption.
Planet friendly - We designed a small box to minimize waste and used recycled material. We encourage you to recycle it.
Available at Okobe.co.uk: Western Digital My Book Essential 3TB
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