AMD is set to introduce three new FX Series CPUs by the end of this quarter. The new series of chips will have a 95 W TDP, the FX-4150 quad-core, FX-6120 hex-core, and the FX-8140 Continue reading “AMD To Introduce Three New 95 W FX Series Processors”. …more
By rlemar •
Feb. 17, 2012 at 4:48pm
A leaked slide detailing Intel’s “Lynx Point” chipset, which is set to release in 2013, has surfaced on the Chinese website Zol.com.cn. The chipset is for Intel’s Ivy Bridge successor, Haswell, and will be designated Continue reading “Intel’s Lynx Point Chipset Gets Detailed In Leaked Slide”. …more
By rlemar •
Feb. 17, 2012 at 3:56pm
It looks like ASRock has partnered with Creative Technology to develop and introduce the companies first sound card called the Game Blaster! ASRock Game Blaster was designed to exceed the expectations of even the most Continue reading “ASRock Partners With Creative To Make Sound Card – ASRock Game Blaster”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 17, 2012 at 8:08am
The Microsoft Windows 8 Consumer Preview, essentially Microsoft’s beta edition, will arriving on February 29, 2012. This is great news for those that have been waiting for a newer consumer ready build. Microsoft released a Continue reading “Microsoft Windows 8 Consumer Preview Coming February 29th”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 17, 2012 at 7:54am
It looks like Intel took the companies Ultrabook message to the streets, literally, using 60 synchronized and choreographed ASUS Zenbook Ultrabooks to create a “Pop-Up Theater” via a flash mob in and around Los Angeles Continue reading “Intel Creates Ultrabook Pop-Up Theater in Los Angeles”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 17, 2012 at 7:39am
NVIDIA is said to be preparing another GeForce GTX 560 video card to the market according to online rumors. The new video card will be called the GeForce GTX 560 SE and will be based Continue reading “Coming Soon: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 SE Video Cards”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 16, 2012 at 8:38pm
Silicon Power just announced the launch of a new SATA II SSD called the Extreme E25 that is aimed at the budget crowd. The SP Extreme E25 is available in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities. Continue reading “Silicon Power Launches SATA II SSD Aimed At Mainstream Users: Extreme E25”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 16, 2012 at 8:21pm
Apple today released a developer preview of OS X Mountain Lion, the ninth major release of the worlds most advanced operating system, which brings popular apps and features from iPad to the Mac and accelerates Continue reading “Apple Releases OS X Mountain Lion Developer Preview”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 16, 2012 at 8:09pm
A graduate student speaking at the 10th Usenix Conference on File and Storage Technologies this week, said that as NAND flash densities increase, so do issues such as read and write latency and data errors. Continue reading “Reseachers Say SSDs Could Be Doomed To Failure”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 16, 2012 at 6:56pm
It looks like BioWare and Razer have teamed up and today the two companies are revealing peripherals and gear created forthe Action RPG Mass Effect 3. Fans of the Mass Effect series can arm themselves Continue reading “Bioware And Razer Unveil Mass Effect 3 Product Line”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 16, 2012 at 3:04pm
Apple has won a patent dispute against Motorola Mobility regarding a “slide-to-unlock” feature on smartphones. The judgement marks Apple’s first patent victory over Motorola in any part of the world. Patent consultant Florian Mueller said Continue reading “Apple Wins Patent Suit Over Motorola in ‘slide-to-unlock’ Fiasco”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 16, 2012 at 2:39pm
First identified in 2008, it would appear nomophobia the fear of being out of mobile phone contact, is sharply increasing in the UK. A recent survey of 1,000 people in employment, conducted using OnePoll, discovered Continue reading “UK Study Finds 66% of the Population Has Nomophobia – Fear of No Phone”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 16, 2012 at 2:09pm
CyberpowerPC recently announced its Zeus series — a powerful new line of desktop computers that offer the power of thunder with Intels new i7-3820 CPU; the speed of AMDs lightning fast FX CPUs; the refined Continue reading “CyberpowerPC Announces Zeus Desktop Systems”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 16, 2012 at 1:47pm
Antec introduced a new EarthWatts Platinum power supply series today. These power supplies are available in moderate 450W ($109.95), 550W ($119.95) and 650W ($129.95) desktop models and are aimed at consumers that are environmentally-conscious and Continue reading “Antec Launches EarthWatts Platinum PSU Series”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 16, 2012 at 1:36pm
NZXT just announced the immediate availability of the Switch 810 hybrid chassis. Meticulously crafted for the hardcore PC enthusiast, Switch 810 introduces unparalleled versatility, cooling capabilities, and an industry-first adjustable hybrid fins. The Switch 810 Continue reading “NZXT Switch 810 Hybrid Full Tower Chassis Now Available”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Feb. 16, 2012 at 1:23pm