OCZ Enyo USB 3.0 SSD Review

“When we last looked at an OCZ product, the Vertex 2, we awarded it our Gold Award and scored it 9/10 and 10/10 in every aspect. So when we saw that they were one of the first manufacturers to release an SSD based on USB 3.0 technology we were keen to try it out. Today we have that SSD connected to our test bench and will be putting it through a selection of tests, including the all-important real world transfer test to find out how it compares to USB 2.0 based mechanical and flash based devices.”

Palit GTS 450 Sonic Platinum

With the success of the GF104, Nvidia is ready to bring all of their entire graphic cards lineups to DirectX 11 support. Up until now, the only entry-level DirectX 11 card on the market was the AMD such as the HD 5770. Nine months later, Nvidia released the GTS 450 based on GF106, a trimmed GF104. How does it stand up against the competition? Is it worth upgrading an existing DX 10 card to the GTS 450?

Scosche flipSYNC USBMM Charge and Sync Cable Review

Quote: The Scosche flipSYNC USBMM charge and sync cable is a clever, but simple little device that could prove to be very useful considering how many devices feature USB connections these days. Since this compact device is designed to be portable and carried on a key chain, the flipSYNC will always be with you when a normal cable might not be available.
Link: http://www.bigbruin.com/content/flipsync_1

MSI to showcase notebooks and gadgets at GITEX 2010

Press release:
Technology giant, MSI may be a newcomer to the region but their funky, innovative & affordable solutions have been turning heads across the globe for some time now! MSI, who are originally known for their award winning graphic cards & motherboards, are fast leaving a strong footprint in the Notebook & All-in-One PC space.

MSI will be showcasing their innovative, trendy products & solutions for the Home & Business markets across various themes including ‘Fashion & Lifestyle’ and ‘3D’ technology at GITEX Technology Week, taking place from the 17th – 21st October 2010.

Here is a sneak preview of what visitors will experience from MSI this GITEX!

Fit for the Runway!
The new chic ‘F-Series’ from MSI targets those of you who are fashion conscious but demand high quality performance. The new ‘hot off the catwalk’ F-Series is in a class of its own, representing style and technology & featuring 3D display. The product line up also includes a funky, chic exterior, Turbo Drive Engine (TDE) technology, powerful graphic cards (ATi HD5470 or the latest nVidia Fermi  GT425M) and Dynaudio with cinema-class THX surround sound, taking laptops to a whole new level!

RRP AED 4,399

When Sexy Meets Smart!
The latest product from MSI’s ‘Classic’ series is designed to literally ‘bring images to live’ with its innovative 3D display and brilliant multimedia – meaning that you can now play 3D content or transfer 2D photos and videos to 3D.

The MSI CX620 3D Notebook defines efficiency with its innovative power saving technologies – while living up to the MSI name with its classy exterior, high value entertainment and ultimate performance.  The CX620 3D brings a new meaning to ‘value for money’ – featuring a new Intel core i CPU, Roxio 2D to 3D Player, wireless 3D glasses, and a powerful ATi HD5470 Graphic Card, just to name a few of the benefits.

RRP AED 4,999

The Holy Grail of All-in-One PCs
The world’s first multi-touch 24” full HD 3D All-in-One PC is a must have!  This hot new fashionably sexy All-in-One PC comes jam packed with the latest technology including Intel® Core™ i5/i7 powerful core processor and the ATI® Mobility Radeon HD5730 discrete graphics chip that supports DireX 11, USB 3.0 support and THX TruStudio Pro™ surround sound technology.

In a living room, home office or work environment, the All-In-One PC adds a creative, artistic setting to any space – and with MSI’s exclusive 3D Infinity glasses, you get both style and technology in one!

RRP AED 5,999

BenQ launches T1260 touch screen camera

Press release:
2010 Red Dot Award winner BenQ has launched the T1260 digital camera, its latest 5^th generation touch screen digital camera, as the leading digital lifestyle provider aims to further enhance its market share with the young, fashionable and trendy residents in the Middle East.

Manish Bakshi, General Manager of BenQ for the Middle East and Africa, said: “As a world-renowned provider of visual display innovation. our digital camera lineup has received a tremendous boost with the launch of theT1260 HDR (High Dynamic Range) touch screen camera.

”As a perfect companion for just about any occasion, this camera will surely advance BenQ’s standing as the amongst the leading and preferred brand for the highly stylish and fashionable Middle East market who are also seeking high quality, user-friendly and reliable gadgets,” he added.

Equipped with the latest touch-screen technology, the camera hasa 12 Megapixels sensor which is responsible for high resolution images, as well as the capability to capture 720p video that provides for the convenience of having true-colour high-definition movies to be just a touch away. In addition, the T1260 also comes with an upgrade on the advanced smart scene modes which automatically detects up to 12 different scenes.

Its other state-of-the-art qualities include a bright 3” LCD touch screen, friendly user interface, G-Sensor application, file management convenience and most important of all, BenQ’s HDR image enhancement -  a technology that empowers the camera to overcome lighting challenges. Its thoughtfully designed user interface and remarkably optimized touch screen sensor allows for a new photography sensation of “tap, circle, swipe”. The user interface makes it quick and easy to access the camera’s features and settings, with helpful explanatory text matching clear icons, it makes using advanced functions incredibly simple.

“Loaded with some of the most advanced features, the T1260 will surely make waves in the market. With almost everyone seeking to record and document cherished moments with loved ones or simply capture once-in-a-lifetime picture-perfect scenery, the T1260 will undoubtedly provide that boost for BenQ in grabbing an even larger share of the digital camera market,” Bakshi concluded.

BenQ’s T1260 is available at all major retail outlets across the Middle East and Egypt starting this September 2010. For further information, please visit www.BenQ.co.ae

Asus wants to you to hear and feel the power of its new N series notebooks

Press release:
The new N Series from ASUS encompasses a full range of notebook PCs that are the first ever to address compromised multimedia capabilities on portable computers. The new models arrive in 14, 15.6 and 17.3 inch screen sizes, and ship with Intel® Core™ i3, i5 and i7 processors. They feature new NVIDIA GeForce 400M graphics engines with Optimus technology, resulting in powerful computing and multimedia performance and improved battery life.

Dedicated to Delivering the Best Audio

N Series notebooks now offer ASUS exclusive technology SonicMaster, a new audio hardware and software standard. Co-developed with Bang & Olufsen ICEpower®, SonicMaster completely reinvents the way audio is treated on notebooks. It produces results on a par with standalone audio systems, establishing a new yardstick by which to measure sound performance.

SonicMaster offers deeper and richer bass, a wider frequency range for greater fidelity, an overall power upgrade of sound generating hardware, and distinct vocals.

Multimedia Focus

N Series notebooks feature the finest video performance available on portable PCs. They utilize the new discrete NVIDIA GeForce 400M series of graphics processors, based on Fermi technology with native DirectX11 support. This offers users upgraded high definition graphics for gaming and multimedia entertainment.

They also use NVIDIA Optimus graphics switching technology, which alternates between integrated and discrete graphics processing, based on application demands. This leads to better-tuned performance and extended battery life.

Exclusive ASUS Video Magic technology enhances image quality, upscaling content to full HD while making sure image properties and parameters are optimized.

Host of New Technologies

Complementing the use of NVIDIA Optimus, the ASUS-developed Super Hybrid Engine intelligently switches between power consumption modes to ensure better, more streamlined performance and a lower energy profile.

N Series notebooks also offer USB 3.0, the latest data transfer standard. This new format works up to ten times faster than USB 2.0, so that even a 25GB high definition file only takes 70 seconds to process under optimal conditions.

OCZ DDR3 PC3-10666 8GB Gold Edition Ram

Quote:
“Today for review I’ve got an 8gb kit of OCZ Gold ddr3 ram and this memory runs at 1333Mhz, it’s made for the Corei5/i7 system which means it runs at a lower voltage. It’s specifically made for P55, H55 and H57 chipsets and it’s made to be stable to withstand the demand of intensive graphical titles of applications. I’ve put it up against another set of performance memory that run faster and at a lower latency, so read on to see just how things worked out… ”

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Main site link: http://www.testfreaks.com

ViewSonic VX2739wm

We’ve mentioned several times that ViewSonic simply refuses to enter the cosmetic race long dominated by Korean manufacturers, namely Samsung and LG. VX2739 has brought certain design novelties nevertheless, albeit almost unnoticeable compared to the aforementioned manufacturers’ latest. We have to salute dumping the ancient OSD menu, although the navigation system, which is hardly our favourite, has remained. We aren’t too fond of barely marked buttons on the right side either, as is the case with this model…
Article link:

http://www.insidehw.com/Reviews/Displays/ViewSonic-VX2739wm-Maximum-HD.html

Mushkin Blackline PC3-12800 Review

Quote: “There are many companies in the hardware world that focus on the gaming market. They cover their products in lightning, fire or grungey images in an attempt to appeal to the quick flash, short attention span, high energy gamers. However, this isn’t the only option for these firms, another avenue often ventured down is the enthusiast route. Mushkin tend to aim their products at this audience, and the kit we’re looking at today is no different. Part of the Blackline family these DIMMs are rated at 1600MHZ with some reasonably tight timings. Let’s check it out. ”

PC Power & Cooling Silencer Mk II 950W PSU Review

Quote: “The Silencer Mk II 950W PSU is certainly a good power supply
but doesn’t live up to the high standards that PC Power & Cooling has
established for themselves over the years. The two main weaknesses in
our opinion are mediocre AC ripple and noise suppression and a high
selling price. There are several other PSUs currently on the market
in this power range that offer similar or better performance at a
lower price.”

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