Asus Offers Overview of CeBIT Products

Topic: CeBIT 2009

Asus announced several new products at CeBIT 2009 in different product categories. Among the new products announced was the Rampage II GENE motherboard, which takes the power of the Intel Core i7 and puts it into a mATX form factor. The company also announced a new PSU called the G-1000HA offering 1000W of power.

Their new products were the Triton 81, Triton 88, and Troy Square CPU coolers. Asus unveiled a new ROG video card called the EAH4870 MATRIX with a massive looking dual fansink cooler. Asus also unveiled the G71Gx mobile gaming notebook that uses the GTX 260M GPU. Read more

Posted on Mon, 9 Mar 2009 14:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Thermaltake Level 10 PC Case designed by BMW

Topic: CeBIT 2009

The BMW Group Designworks USA tried its hands on a PC case for Thermaltake. The Thermaltake Level 10 PC Case concept has been previewed at the CeBIT 2009.
The Thermaltake Level 10 PC Case is rather unique as it features a separate compartment for each major component. There is no word yet if this design has any advantages in terms of cooling and noise reduction. It looks dramatic that is for sure. Read more

Posted on Sat, 7 Mar 2009 06:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

iloux One Luxury Entertainment Center unveiled at CeBIT 2009

Topic: CeBIT 2009

A German company debuts the iloux One entertainment center at the CeBIT 2009. The iloux one has a round shape very similar to the Sony VAIO TP1. One difference is that the iloux one case can be customized to match your living room interior. From wood decor to Swarovski crystals everything is possible.

Technical details are still sparse on the iloux one. It is supposed to have a Blu-ray drive and offer video, TV, and music playback. The luxury home media center is supposed to launch in July starting at $4,000. Read more

Posted on Thu, 5 Mar 2009 03:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

MSI Shows Off New Netbooks at CeBIT

Topic: CeBIT 2009

MSI is showing it latest netbooks at CeBIT including the U115 hybrid and the U110 ECO. The U115 was seen at CES 2009 and offers both SSD and HDD storage options. The U115 Hybrid offers options for 8GB or 16GB SSDs paired respectively with 120GB or 160GB HDDs.

The machine also uses an ECO mode to extend battery life to as much as 12 hours. The U110 ECO is debuting at CeBIT and has the Atom processor on the Menlow platform with power saving design providing up to 9 hours of battery life with a 6-cell battery. Read more

Posted on Wed, 4 Mar 2009 10:31:26 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Asus Eee Madness at CeBIT include Stick, Box, Top, NAS and Videophone

Topic: CeBIT 2009

Asus shows how to dilute a sub brand properly at the CeBIT 2009 with lining up all kinds of gadgets under the Eee brand.
Asus unveiled at the CeBIT 2009 already the hot Asus Eee 1008HA netbook, but the company puts also other gear besides netbooks under the Eee brand.
It is still understandable to brand a desktop PC Eee Box and the All-in-One PC Eee Top, but EeeNAS (no space between Eee and NAS!), Eee Videophone and Eee Stick are a bit too much for my taste. Read more

Posted on Wed, 4 Mar 2009 07:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Asus Eee PC 1008HA unveiled

Topic: CeBIT 2009

Asus unveiled the Eee PC Shell rumored new Eee PC 1008HA at the CeBIT 2009.
The Asus Eee PC 10008HA is 1 inch thick and weighs 1.1kg, Eee PC netbook with new stylish looks.

The new Asus Eee PC 1008HA offers a 92%-scaled keyboard, multi-touch touchpad, instant key (for quick access to Wi-Fi and the touchpad lock), Digital Array Microphone, 1.3 megapixel camera, and comprehensive wireless connectivity options (802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth, 3.75G and WiMAX).
Asus also integrated SRS Premium Sound technology into the Eee PC 10008HA. Read more

Posted on Wed, 4 Mar 2009 06:07:18 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

CeBIT 2009 Booth Babes

Topic: CeBIT 2009

CeBIT 2009 is way smaller than in 2008 and the halls are less crowded without the flashy booths. If the visitor numbers will also suffer is not known yet as the CeBIT 2009 is just 1 day old. Despite the economic downturn there are some exhibitors at the CeBIT that still deliver what tech show visitors want to see - Booth babes.
In Germany they are called Messe Hostessen. There are not many, but German site PC Games Hardware found a couple of eye candies at the CeBIT 2009 show floors and published a photo gallery. Read more

Posted on Wed, 4 Mar 2009 03:15:49 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Intel Atom CPU Targeting Cars Announced

Topic: CeBIT 2009

Intel has announced a new specialized Atom processor that targets cars and Internet capable phones. New products in the Atom Z5xx series for embedded solutions offer different package sizes and can be used in in-car infotainment, media phones, eco-technologies and other applications according to the chipmaker.

Intel says that the new processors offer integrated 2D and 3D graphics, video acceleration and support for multiple operating systems including versions of Windows and Linux. The Atom processor is Intel's smallest and most energy efficient CPU lines. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Kaleidescape Mini Multi-Zone Audio System Announced

Topic: CeBIT 2009

Kaleidescape has announced a new multi-zone entertainment server in what it calls a compact and affordable package. The system is called the Kaleidescape Mini System and allows you to enjoy music in multiple zones in a single package.

The product is designed to be placed in a living room and is sized like a standard DVD player and priced about 40% less than current Kaleidescape systems. The mini system has a movie zone and two additional built-in music zones. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Mar 2009 10:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Asus Dual Panel Concept Notebook unveiled at CeBIT 2009

Topic: CeBIT 2009

Asus shows a Dual Panel Concept Notebook at the CeBIT 2009. The design is the result of the ideas contributed by users from around the world. As part of the Community Designed PC project initiated by ASUS and Intel dubbed WePC.

The dual panel concept is just one of the top ideas discussed amongst users. The dual panel offers a flexible working space which users can adapt to suit their prevailing usage scenarios, for example adjusting the size of the virtual touchpad and keyboard. Through hand gestures, handwriting recognition and multi-touch, users are presented with a control surface that is both flexible and intuitive. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Mar 2009 07:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

MSI Winki Internet Device announced

Topic: CeBIT 2009

MSI announce a new internet device dubbed MSI Winki. MSI says the Winki is a new internet interactive device without an operating system.
Winki is still based on an OS we all know called Linux. The small device offers functions like built-in web browsing, immediate communication, VOIP calls, photo searching and more common PC functions. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Mar 2009 07:03:58 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr