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Bullguard and SteelSeries Announce PC Security for Gamers
According to security software maker Bullguard about 20% of gamers don’t use Pc security of any kind. To address the needs for security among gamers, Bullguard announced its Gamers' Edition software.
The software doesn’t require lots of resources and when placed in game profile the user gets no firewall or update messages while playing. The software provides full antivirus, antispyware, and firewall. Pricing for the software is EUR49.99 for a year's subscription. Read more
Posted on Tue, 2 Sep 2008 09:38:25 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
Stix 200 PC Controller Review
Today we are looking at the Stix 200 motion sensitive 2D video game controller. The Stix 200 promises to bring Wii-like controls to the PC.
The controller connects via USB and provides access to free online games in different genres that are compatible with the controller. Read more
Posted on Mon, 1 Sep 2008 07:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
ExpressAdapt Makes PCMCIA Slot into ExpressCard Slot
If you have a computer that doesn’t feature an ExpressCard slot, but you have an ExpressCard device you are dying to use Synchrotech has an adapter that is perfect for you. The ExpressAdapt will turn your old PCMCIA slot into a USB mode ExpressCard slot.
The maker claims the adapter needs no drivers to operate and uses USB 2.0 speeds, which are fast enough for mobile broadband modems to be used in the adapter. Read more
Posted on Mon, 1 Sep 2008 01:42:44 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
Lenovo A Series Desktop PC for Businesses
Lenovo has announced a new A series ThinkCenter desktop line aimed at businesses. A variety of models are available with different features. Some models take advantage of ATI hybrid CrossFireX graphics and offer DisplayPort support optionally with an add-in card.
All computers in the series include a 15-month stability warranty. Dash 1.1. Express repair, and environmental certifications. The ThinkCenter A62 starts at $399 without a display and the series will be available starting in September. The 19-inch A-series LCD retails for $239. Read more
Posted on Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
Tiny Cube PC gets reviewed
A little PC Cube from Japan made some waves again as it got reviewed by UK's PC Pro. We reported about the T-Cube the first time back in 2004. It is surprising that it did not get smaller since then. Time has stood still for the tiny cube, at least regarding its measurements.
The Space Cube as it is called in this version runs Linux.
Quote from the review: "Most intriguing, though, is the Space Wire port. It may sound like a mere science fiction fantasy, but this incredibly thin socket is a crucial part of the Space Cube’s armory.
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Posted on Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:55:47 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Tangent Evergreen 17 Green Touch Screen PC
Tangent introduced a new green computer called the Evergreen 17. The system is a slim, all-in-one design that uses a touch screen and has very low power requirements. The system uses a Via Eden 1.0GHz CPU that requires no fan.
It can also be optioned with a faster ViaC7 1.50GHz CPU with a low noise fan. The Evergreen 17 runs on Windows XP Pro or Windows XP Embedded. A Linux version is also available. The computer can be ordered with SSDs from 1GB to 64GB of storage capacity. Normal HDDs with 60GB to 250GB are available as well. The system starts at $1195. Read more
Posted on Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:02:15 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
iViZ Announces New Class of PC Vulnerability
According to iViZ, encrypting a hard drive is no longer enough protection. The firm says that it discovered a new class of vulnerability at Defcon 16 security conference that allows hackers to steal boot passwords and bypass the security of pre-boot authentication software.
The vulnerability allows hackers to bypass encryption software. iViz says that it has already briefed vendors like Microsoft, Intel, and HP on the vulnerability. Read more
Posted on Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
Albatron Tee PC mini Tablet unveiled
Taiwanese Albatron unveiled the Tee PC, a mini tablet netbook. The Tee PC is closer to a PDA (remember PDAs? Personal Digital Assistants, they got killed by smartphones) as it runs Windows CE 6.0 than the current wave of XP or Linux sporting netbooks.
The Tee PC measures 188x113x13mm and weighs 343g. Other features of the Windows CE netbook include 400MHz ARM926, 7 inch screen with 800x480px resolution, 128MB RAM, 128MB NAND, Wifi, Bluetooth and 0.3/1.3MP camera.
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Posted on Mon, 25 Aug 2008 01:10:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Top 10 Desktop PCs Gift Guide 2008
The Top 10 Desktop PCs Gift Guide 2008 is part of our Top 100 Holiday Gift Guide 2008. The top 10 gift tips below will be filled over the 100 days preceding Thanksgiving.
This guide features our recommendations in this category for this year. The ten gift tips listed are not ranked. Check them out to see what is great and what is not so great about them by clicking on the links.
Posted on Tue, 19 Aug 2008 01:15:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Xbox 360 Chassis Lian Li PC-XB01 unveiled
Lian Li launches a new Chassis for the Microsoft Xbox 360 console that promises better cooling and a no frills PC look.
The Lian Li PC-XB01 Xbox 360 Chassis Replacement features black, hairline brushed anodized aluminum material, Sound dampening foam and silent fan.
The PC-XB01 is 160 x 250 x 415mm (W, D, H), giving lots of space for copious cool airflow. The 120mm (1500RPM) rear fan draws off the heat from inside the case effectively and silently, while the ODD region is encased in stylized foam to reduce noise experienced from spinning disks in standard units.
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Posted on Fri, 15 Aug 2008 01:41:52 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
NVIDIA GeForce 8200 powers Acer Aspire SFF PCs
NVIDIA announces that PC makers like Acer are using NVIDIA motherboard GPUs to deliver new lines of consumer-oriented, small-form-factor PCs that have the performance, functionality, price, and visual performance of full-sized desktop machines.
The Acer Aspire x1200 and x3200 line of PCs use the NVIDIA GeForce 8200 GPU to deliver visual performance while solving many of the thermal, noise, and cost issues traditionally associated with designing smaller machines.
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Posted on Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:53:29 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Alienware features new ATI 4870 X2 in Gaming Desktop PCs
Alienware now offers the just announced ATI Radeon HD 4870 X2, the world’s most powerful graphics card, on its award-winning line of desktops, including the Alienware Area-51, Area-51 ALX and Aurora.
The ATI Radeon HD 4870 X2 features 2.4 teraflops of graphics power, 1,600 stream processing units, 2GB of dedicated GDDR5 memory and more for uncanny performance in PC gaming and HD video playback.
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Posted on Tue, 12 Aug 2008 10:37:24 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
ASUS Eee Box PC ships from Amazon
The tiny Asus Eee Box PC started shipping from Amazon.com for $349.99. The Intel Atom based Asus Eee Box PC is available in black or white.
The small Windows XP desktop computer features a 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Processor, 1 GB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, and 802.11n Wi-fi.
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Posted on Fri, 8 Aug 2008 01:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Rockstar Games Brings Grand Theft Auto IV to PC
PC gamers that are fans of the Grand theft Auto franchise will be glad to hear that Rockstar has announced GTA IV is coming to the PC on November 18th in the US and November 21st in Europe.
GTA IV is set in Liberty City and Rockstar says that this time around the city was painstakingly created to be very life like. Rockstar also says that it has added a new multiplayer mode just for the PC. Details on the multiplayer mode are scant at the moment. Read more
Posted on Thu, 7 Aug 2008 07:29:04 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
Asus S101 not an Eee PC and actually targets MacBook Air
A week ago an Asus Eee Roadmap was leaked that showed a new S101 and S91 netbook in the Ultimate segment. At an event in Taiwan Asus' CEO showed off productions samples of the Asus S101 and revealed that Asus will go to market with the Asus S101 without the Eee PC moniker.
They rather target the premium lightweight notebook sector with the S101. The Asus S101 is 16-21mm thin and Asus actually set its eyes on competing with Apple's Macbook Air.
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Posted on Thu, 7 Aug 2008 06:37:44 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Weekly Top 10: New Asus Eee PCs, new MacBooks and new iPod nanos Rumors, LG BD30
Surprise! Asus has many
more Eee PCs coming this year to completely take over the netbook
market and also reach into the notebook segment.
NVIDIA announced a couple new
GPUs this week.
Apple is rumored to update their
MacBooks and
iPod nano soon.
See also our
latest Gadget Videos.
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Posted on Sun, 3 Aug 2008 08:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
TDK to acquire EPCOS
TDK announces to acquire EPCOS, a manufacturer of electronic components, modules and systems headquartered in Germany.
TDK will launch a public tender offer for all outstanding shares of EPCOS and will offer EPCOS' shareholders EUR 17.85 in cash per share.
The purpose of the agreement is to combine EPCOS with TDK’s activities in the electronic components field. The combination will create an industry-leading electronic components company with a strong presence across customer sectors and regions. The BCA contains the basis of the partnership and the roadmap for its implementation.
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Posted on Thu, 31 Jul 2008 05:00:45 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
Ultimate Asus Eee PC and Pro Fashion Asus Eee PC Netbooks confirmed
Yesterday we reported about a leaked Asus Eee PC Roadmap that contained tons of new Asus Eee PC models split in three categories Smart Casual, Pro Fashion, and Ultimate. The currently available Asus Eee PC netbooks are in the Smart Casual Category.
Digitimes has now received word directly from Asus President Jerry Shen that Asus is going higher end with the Asus Eee PC with new Eee PCs in the Pro Fashion and Ultimate category.
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Posted on Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:44:13 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr
MoGo Presenter Mouse PC Announced
The Newton Peripherals Mogo Presenter Mouse has been on the market for a while now. The mouse is a Bluetooth device that requires no dongle to connect with a computer. The main feature of previous MoGo mice was the ability to store and charge inside an ExpressCard slot.
The ExpressCard slot being required meant that owners of notebooks lacking the slot could not use the unique mouse. A new MoGo Presenter Mouse PC was introduced this week that has the same features as previous MoGo mice including Bluetooth and the ability to control PowerPoint presentations. The difference is that the new mouse can store in a PCMCIA slot. Read more
Posted on Wed, 30 Jul 2008 13:32:56 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
EA Announces Free Downloadable Mass Effect Content for PC
After a long wait, EA has finally announced that the free downloadable content for Mass Effect called "Bring Down the Sky" is now available for PC users. This is the first downloadable content for the PC version to be offered.
EA says that the download adds 90 minutes of new gameplay to Mass Effect and adds a new uncharted world. The story starts as Batarian's have captured a mobile asteroid station and set it on a collision course with a colony world. Read more
Posted on Wed, 30 Jul 2008 11:04:45 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
Dell Announces Inspiron 518 and Studio Hybrid PC
Dell is gearing up for back to school with the announcement of a pair of new computers that have interesting features. The Inspiron 518 looks cool with a glossy black case with chrome trim. The system has a media tray on top with a pair of USB ports for docking MP3 players. The starting price for the 518 is only $349.
Dell also introduced a new Inspiron 13 Laptop aimed at shoppers looking for a small, light, and efficient notebook. The 13 Laptop is glossy pacific blue with black trim and has a 13-inch display with capacitive touch media buttons. Other features include an 8-in-1 media card reader, slot load DVD drive and optional wireless networking, webcam, and Bluetooth. The notebook will be available at Wal-Mart in early August starting at $699. Read more
Posted on Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:34:20 CDT | by Shane McGlaun
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