March 30, 2008 - April 5, 2008 - Fareastgizmos.com

Fujitsu Technology Enables Real-time Multiple-Point Temperature Measurement

Fujitsu announced today the development of a new technology, based on optical fibers, that enables accurate and real-time temperature distribution measurement in large datacenters which have multiple heat sources. Through a single optical fiber, this technology makes it possible to measure simultaneously the temperature of over 10,000 areas in a facility, thereby enabling visibility of temperature distribution in large datacenters. Combining this technology with an air conditioning control system will enable fine-tune air conditioning, allowing for more energy-efficient large-scale data centers.

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LaCie launches New Triple Interface Hard Disk Designed by Neil Poulton

LaCie today announced the latest model of its Hard Disk, Design by Neil Poulton – a new triple interface version consisting of USB 2.0, eSATA, and Firewire 400 in capacities of 500 gigabytes (GB), 750GB and 1 terabyte. Created exclusively for LaCie by noted designer Neil Poulton, the sleek and compact device is fashioned in a black-mirrored finish and includes a unique blue LED strip that creates a rich ambient glow to enhance the storage experience. The Hard Disk, Design by Neil Poulton is a compact desktop solution that features natural heat dissipation thanks to a sturdy casing with bottom plate holes for natural airflow. The device can connect to any universal Hi-Speed USB 2.0, eSATA, or FireWire 400 interface port for cross-platform compatibility with either a PC or Mac. Plug and play setup is simple and efficient with Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and Mac OS X 10.3 or higher.

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Dell’s 2.1 million square-foot Global Headquarters turns 100% green!

Dell is now powering 100 percent of its 2.1 million square-foot global headquarters campus, home to more than 10,000 employees, with 100 percent green power, the latest step in meeting the company’s 2008 carbon neutral commitment. Dell is using all of the power generated from Waste Management’s Austin Community Landfill gas-to-energy plant, meeting 40 percent of Dell headquarters’ campus power needs. The remaining 60 percent comes from existing wind farms and is provided by TXU Energy.

Dell also announced today it is increasing green power use for its Austin Parmer Campus, provided by Austin Energy, from eight to 17 percent. The company is a leading participant in Austin Energy’s GreenChoice power program. Dell also is powering its Twin Falls, Idaho, facility with 100 percent green power, 97 percent of which is wind power and three percent solar.

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Samsung NV camera World’s first compact digital camera to be used in outer space

Digital cameras from Samsung Techwin have received final approval from Russia’s Energia and were chosen as “outer space digital cameras” that can be used even in outer space. In a world first, the Samsung NV camera will be used by Energia at the space station as the world’s #1 compact digital camera. The outer space digital cameras from Samsung Techwin, 2 cameras including 1 DSLR camera and 1 NV camera plus batteries, etc., will be flying on the Soyuz spacecraft on April 8th and will delivered to the Korean astronaut Soyeon Lee as well as Russian scientists. The cameras will be used to record daily life in space for 10 days, and the camera’s capabilities will be tested in the outer space environment for about 7 days.

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Digital Cameras

OCZ Announces PC Power & Cooling Silencer line of power supplies

OCZ today announced the release of all-new additions to the Silencer line of power supplies from PC Power & Cooling including a 500W EPS12V and Dell compatible model. The efficient and economical 370W, 420W, and 500W Silencers offer mainstream system builders and professionals a robust power resource at an affordable price point. PC Power & Cooling designed the Silencer 370, 420, and 500 with a single +12 Volt Rail for optimum power distribution to all components. All the new Silencer models are certified under the 80+ efficiency program so they run cool and save on utility power.

The Silencer 370, 420, and 500 offers a range of power for mainstream gaming, home theatre, and work station PCs. The 500W series features a specialized Dell version that allows Dell owners to upgrade their systems with the latest components including any of the new power-hungry high-performance video cards. Ideal for PC users who prefer a straight-forward, value-minded PSU, the Silencer 370, 420, and 500 provide cool, quiet, and reliable power.

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Asus Crosshair II Formula motherboard with innovative technologies

Catering to users who require extreme graphical support and robust performance, Asus today released the new Asus Crosshair II Formula Motherboard. This powerful motherboard includes innovative technologies like CPU Level Up, Hybrid SLI and 3-Way SLI for the best performance and graphical support. Asus Crosshair II Formula motherboard is also ready for AMD Socket AM2+ Phenom FX / Phenom X4 / Phenom X2 / Athlon X2 / Sempron and legacy AM2 processors; and features up to 5200 MT/s via HyperTransport 3.0-based system bus speeds for AM2+ CPUs. Another graphical advantage of the Crosshair II Formula is its support for NVIDIA´s 3-way SLI in PCI-E 2.0 mode. With a triple SLI setup, three high-end video cards will work efficiently together to deliver smoother, scalable 3D performances – providing high-end gamers higher frame rates per second and better antialiasing.

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Asus unveils World's first on-board dual HD3850 graphics card

Catering to users who want to enjoy outstanding graphical performance, Asus today unveiled the world's first on-board dual HD3850 graphics card with the Asus EAH3850X2/HTDI/1G. Equipped with two HD3850 GPUs, an astonishing 34% and 5% improvement in speeds can be achieved when compared to single-GPU solutions and two single-GPU Crossfire configured graphics cards respectively. The Asus EAH3850X2/HTDI/1G also comes specially designed with dual fansinks for both GPUs – ensuring efficient heat dissipation for more stable operations.

Press release after the jump

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Asus Launches New Generation GeForce 9800 GTX Graphics Card

Catering to users who want ultra high definition graphics for extreme gaming and entertainment, Asus today unveiled the latest generation of NVIDIA GPUs – the GeForce 9800 GTX, in the form of the Asus EN9800GTX/HTDP/512M graphics card. Showcasing the most powerful single Geforce 9800 GPU, the Asus EN9800GTX is able to deliver full-throttle gaming experiences at extreme HD resolutions; while providing optimal power management with the built-in HybridPower technology.

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Asus launches World's First EAH3650 Model with 1GB Graphics Memory

Catering to discerning users who want enhanced home theatre experiences, Asus, has today released the world's first EAH3650 graphics card model with 1GB graphics memory – the new ASUS EAH3650 SILENT/HTDI/1G. This powerful graphics card features the latest generation of ATI GPUs; and with an unparalleled large onboard memory size, is designed to provide feature-rich DirectX 10.1 gaming and the best multimedia playback at ultra-high resolutions and maximum quality settings. Additionally, it natively supports HDMI and is equipped with a noiseless cooling solution – allowing home theater lovers to enjoy enhanced and convenient home multimedia to the fullest.

Press release after the jump

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Micron Samples 4 GB DDR3 Notebook Modules

Micron is sampling 4 gigabyte (GB) DDR3 modules, designed using 2 gigabit (Gb) components, to provide the industry’s highest density DDR3 modules for notebook computers. High-density memory modules are becoming increasingly important for notebook computers as graphic-intensive operating systems and other content heavy applications continue to make their way onto the market. Micron’s DDR3 modules support data rates of up to 1333 megabits per second, enabling better system and graphics performance, which provides for a more interactive user experience. DDR3 supply voltage operates at 1.5-volts in comparison to DDR2’s 1.8-volts, reducing power consumption by up to 30 percent.

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

NEC 10.4-inch TFT LCD module NL6448BC33-74

NEC today introduced a new 10.4-inch (26 centimeters diagonal) amorphous-silicon thin-film-transistor (TFT) liquid crystal display module- NL6448BC33-74, with video graphics array (VGA) resolution for industrial equipment, including factory automation controllers and measuring devices. The new module incorporates NEC LCD Technologies' proprietary super-advanced, super-fine technology (SA-SFT) to achieve superior viewing angles without compromising brightness or color gamut. A wide operating temperature range, from -20 to +70 degrees Celsius, guarantees operation even in the most extreme conditions.

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Media Devices

u-blox LEA-5T high performance, precision timing GPS module

u-blox, the leading Swiss provider of GPS receiver technology, today introduced the LEA-5T, a high performance, precision timing GPS module capable of a (compensated) time pulse accuracy of up to 15 ns. Needing just one satellite to operate, the LEA-5T is a cost-efficient, compact and easy-to-integrate solution ideally suited for telecom network synchronization such as UMTS, CDMA or the Chinese TD-CDMA, as well as for applications that need time-accurate data communication between geographically dispersed systems and devices such as NTP servers. The u-blox LEA-5T features a Time Mode function whereby the GPS receiver assumes a stationary position, which can be programmed manually or be determined by an initial self-survey. Stationary operation enables GPS timing with only one visible satellite and eliminates timing errors which otherwise result in positioning errors.

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Media Devices

Toshiba Neoball-Z Real Pride fluorescent lamp with 12,000-Hour Life

Toshiba announced Neoball-Z Real Pride; a bulb shaped fluorescent lamp with a rated life extended to 12,000 hours. The latest lamp has a rated life that is 1.2 times longer than that of the existing product (10,000 hours). Compared with an incandescent bulb, the rated life is approximately 12 times. The luminous efficiency is usually deteriorated when the fluorescent tube diameter is increased. To compensate for the deterioration, Toshiba increased the length of spiral fluorescent tube (discharge length) from 300 to 400mm. In this way, the new lamp ensures the luminous efficiency equivalent to that of the existing product.

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Other Stuff

Thermaltake New Armor+ MX Middle Tower Chassis

With the success of the previous Armor+ full tower, Thermaltake has created the middle tower version of Armor+, the Armor+ MX. The Armor+ MX is compact, lightweight, cool, quiet, user-friendly, yet still stylish – an ideal concept for the modern users. Thermaltake has included tool-free and cable management features into Armor+ MX. With the additional tool-fee touch on the 5.25”, 3.5” devices and PCI slot, installation time can be further minimized.

Thermaltake has provided both air cooling and liquid cooling system for different user demands. Liquid cooling version has the liquid cooling system pre-installed in the chassis; only simple 5 steps will be needed to set up your cooling system. The top sliding hood even allows external filling of coolant, making LCS maintenance easier than ever!

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing

Thermaltake XaserVI Mx- The Legend Continues in Middle Tower Form!

To fulfill middle tower demands, Thermaltake has released XaserVI’s twin brother; XaserVI Mx. Thermaltake XaserVI Mx is the minification of XaserVI, smaller sized but still with great features with streamline looks and sleek feel. Although with minimized size; it’s still extremely user-friendly. XaserXI has got the complete body metal grilled with well organized fan cooling system managing CPU, VGA and HDD thermal independently, achieving optimized system airflow.

April 4, 2008 | Related Entries - Computing