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MAINGEAR Launches New mX-L 15 Multimedia Notebook

Kristofer — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 18:49:43 +0000

MAINGEAR Computers, award-winning builders of custom computers for PC gamers and enthusiasts, unveils the new mX-L 15 multimedia notebook, a sophisticated mobile computing solution that gives consumers affordably powerful performance in a sleek design starting at $999.

Processing Power – mX-L 15 features the all new Intel® Core™ i5 / i7 mobile processors that boast a combination of fast cache, Turbo Boost Technology, and Hyper-Threading for faster multi-tasking and multimedia. Coupled with an integrated memory controller and dual channel DDR3 memory, the mX-L 15 delvers a silky smooth computing experience.

Vivid Graphics – mX-L 15 features ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4570 graphics to give you a visual feast of high definition media and gaming on the vibrant, LED-backlit 15.6? widescreen display at resolutions up to 1600×900. You’ll get a clean, crisp image whether you’re working in Excel, surfing the web, or watching high definition movies.

Connectivity, Security, and Expandability– With wireless 802.11b/g/n technology, you get the fastest, most secure wireless experience. Coupled with an integrated fingerprint reader and you can be assured that your system is locked down from unwanted guests. A 2.0MP camera provides for easy tele-conference and is compatible with popular software like Skype. And don’t worry about running out of space on the mX-L. An e-SATA connection will enable you to connect external hard drives at speeds that match your internal storage.

Solid-State Hard Drives– Configurable with solid-state hard drives, the mX-L 15 eliminates moving parts, noise, slow boot times, and heat while drastically improving reliability so your data is kept safe and secure.

Sleek Design – The mX-L packs all these features and power into a package that is thin, aesthetically pleasing, and devoid of any unnecessary design aspects. The mX-L even features a full numeric keypad usually only found in larger, 17? notebooks and a multi-touch and gesture touchpad that allows users to zoom in and out and scroll through web pages quickly.

Consumers can purchase the mX-L 15 at MAINGEAR’s Web site http://www.maingear.com/custom/laptops/mxl-15/ or order by phone at (888-MAINGEAR). The base price for the mX-L 15 is $999 and comes with MAINGEAR’s premium Lifetime Labor and Phone Support with a 1 year hardware warranty and is backed by the best in-house support team in the country.

About MAINGEAR

MAINGEAR is the premier high performance systems integrator in North America. MAINGEAR

custom builds gaming, home office, mobile, multimedia, small business and 3D workstation

solutions of the highest quality, which have won them many editors’ choice awards in every major computer publication such as C-Net, [H]ard|OCP, Maximum PC, CPU Magazine, etc. For more information on MAINGEAR, please visit www.maingear.com or call, toll-free,

MSI North America Announces Four New Powerful Classic Series Notebooks

Kristofer — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:42:02 +0000

MSI Computer, a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, is proud to announce the availability of four new additions to its Classic-Series notebook line. The 16-inch CR600 and 15.6 inch CR620-030, CR620-033 and CR620-031 all feature the Windows 7 Home Premium Operating System and HD displays to deliver amazing performance in a stylish notebook.

The CR620 models are all built on Intel’s Arrandale platform and feature new Core i3 or Core i5 processors. The notebooks’ powerful image processing cores are capable of transmitting HD images and combine with backlit 16:9 cinematic HD displays (1366 x 768) to offer the ultimate viewing experience. Each of the three model features 4GB of DDR 3 memory, either a 320 or 500GB hard drive and the CR620-033 comes with a Blu-ray DVD combo drive. MSI also upgrade all of the CR620 models with a raised chiclet keyboard for grater accuracy and comfort while typing.

The CR600 features the NVIDIA’s GeForce 8200M, and like the other Classic models, is loaded with an 802.11 b/g/draft n high speed wireless connection, an HDMI out port and a built-in 1.3MP webcam with MSI’s Easy Image Recording tools.

The new C-Series notebooks also all feature a minimalist design that includes a sharp 45 degree angled-edge, which elegantly positions the side I/O ports and heat vents. The models’ 6-cell batteries sit flush against bottom of the case to create a smooth curved design. MSI coupled the new Classic notebooks’ flowing footprint with its Color Film Print Technology to create a fashionable line of notebooks that are sure to turn heads.

The new Classic notebooks start at just $529.99 and are available now at Newegg.

Here’s the specs charts as well:

Newegg – MSI CR620-033US

Newegg – MSI CR620-031US

MSI Mobile – MSI CR600-234US

MSI Mobile – MSI CR620-030US

About MSI Notebook

Based in City of Industry California, MSI Notebook manufactures and sells a wide array of mobile computing products that includes Gaming Notebooks, the X-Slim line of ultraportables, the Classic Series Notebooks and MSI’s award winning line of Wind Netbooks. Each product line is designed with the latest technology to meet a specific set of needs for the various classifications of mobile users. To learn more about MSI Notebook’s complete offering please visit www.msimobile.com.

ACER ASPIRE SERIES OFFER ENHANCED HORESPOWER WITH NEW INTEL CORE i3 AND i5 TECHNOLOGY

Kristofer — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:43:22 +0000

Delivering state-of-the-art performance in a stylish package, Acer America today offers the new Acer^® Aspire AS5740 and AS7740 Series of notebook PCs. These mobile powerhouses feature the new Intel^® Core™ i3 and Core™ i5 processors, widescreen HD displays, first-rate graphics and Acer’s acclaimed Gemstone Blue design with prices beginning at just $599.99.
“As games become more lifelike and movies push the limits on special effects, more powerful and intelligent performance is required for a truly dynamic computing experience,” said Preeta Anil, senior product marketing manager for Acer America. “Consumers wanting to enjoy all the latest digital media in a mobile platform will appreciate the AS5740 and AS7740 Series. Featuring extremely fast processors and in select models, discrete ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD graphics and Blu-ray disc drives, these notebooks truly bring digital entertainment to life.”

Multi-Core Processors Match Workload
With faster, smarter multi-core technology, the new AS5470 and AS7740 Series fueled by Intel^® Core^™ i3-330M (2.13GHz) and Core^™ i5-430M (2.26GHz) processors, are designed to please some of the most demanding computer users. Whether it’s composing digital music, editing photos, or playing casual games, the new Aspire AS5740 and AS7740 notebooks enable users to enjoy the best in digital media and be more productive with the ability to multitask quickly and easily. With an intelligent design that accelerates to accommodate demanding tasks, both new series of notebooks are offered in many different configurations that allocate power where it’s needed most.
Powerful ATI Radeon™ Graphics Maximize the HD Experience; Accelerate Multitasking
Select models boast ATI Mobility Radeon^™ HD 5650 or ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 5470 graphics, providing performance and portability for entertainment and productivity on the go. The ATI Mobility Radeon^™ HD 5650 with 1GB Dedicated VRAM features the most advanced technology that offers a host of advantages from playing the hottest Blu-ray movies and other HD content at full 1080p resolution to accelerating the most demanding applications, such as video editing. It also provides superior multi-monitor support that includes expanding the field of view across up to six displays and exceptional optical clarity for a truly immersive entertainment experience.
The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470 with 512MB dedicated memory produces quality images for viewing HD content and playing popular games as well as the speed necessary for accelerating everyday applications. Both discrete graphics leverage ATI Stream technology, which enables the CPU and GPU to work together more efficiently for a significant increase in system performance. With DirectX^® 11 support, users can play the latest HD games with superior image clarity and striking 3D visual effects for astonishing realism. In addition, both GPUs enable users to dynamically switch between integrated and discrete graphics to optimize the notebook for maximum performance when desired and long battery life while on the go.
Beautiful “Gemstone Blue” Design; 15.6- and 17.3-Inch HD Widescreen Displays
Elegantly crafted, all of the new notebooks are encased in Acer’s eye-catching Gemstone Blue design, known for its glossy sapphire blue exterior and smooth rounded edges. A backlit power button and textured NeoWeave palm rest enhance the look and feel. The systems offer a full keyboard and a front access card reader for convenience.
The AS7740 Series boasts a widescreen 17.3-inch Acer CineCrystal LED-backlit TFT LCD with a true cinematic 16:9 aspect ratio. Full HD resolution reveals beautiful picture quality for enjoying entertainment created in the 1080p format. The large display is ideal for those who prefer a bigger screen for viewing movies or playing games as well as being able to scroll less when looking at websites or spreadsheets.
The AS5740 Series comes with a 15.6-inch Acer CineCrystal TFT LCD with a 16:9 aspect ratio and full HD resolution, large enough for mobile savvy customers to easily view web pages, documents, email, digital media and more.
Affording easy, intuitive PC navigation, the new Aspire notebooks have a multi-gesture touchpad. Users can scroll, rotate, zoom in and out and quickly flip through web pages, photos, spreadsheets, long lists of files, music playlists and more by pinching, flicking and swirling their fingers across the touchpad. The touchpad can also be disabled with a one-touch button, eliminating accidental cursor movement with palms and wrists when using an external mouse.
Dolby-Optimized Surround Sound, Blu-ray and More
High quality graphics and Dolby^®-optimized surround sound enhance movies and games with dynamic, realistic images and audio. Select models come with a Blu-ray disc drive at a very affordable price point. The Blu-ray drive delivers high def music and movie effects with true-to-master precision and enables users to burn CDs and DVDS of their favorite music, photos and videos.
A webcam and digital microphone make it fun and easy to get virtual face time with friends and family via live video streaming and video chat. Both the AS5470 and AS7740 Series notebooks come with integrated media readers and offer up to 650GB hard drives⁽¹⁾ with ample room for storing a vast library of applications, files and digital media.
A wide array of ports including HDMI, enable the laptops to support any PC or TV video format via a single cable, while four USB 2.0 ports connect to the latest peripherals and digital devices. Integrated 802.11a/b/g/Draft-N Wireless and Gigabit Ethernet LAN provide fast access to email, the web and social networks.
The systems are Energy Star^® qualified and outfitted with Genuine Windows^® 7 Home Premium, enhancing the user experience with an easier to use interface and more reliability and responsiveness.
Pricing/Configurations/Availability
The Acer^® Aspire AS5740 and AS7740 Series notebooks will be available for U.S. customers at leading retailers beginning on Jan. 17, 2010. A sample configuration as well as specifications and pricing follow.
Acer^®Aspire AS5740G-6979 Notebook PC – Prices begin at $749.99
Intel^® Core i5-430M^®Processor (2.26GHz, 1066MHz FSB, 3MB L3 Cache)
15.6-Inch HD Widescreen CineCrystal™ LED-Backlit Display (16.9 Aspect Ratio; 1366 x 768 Pixel Resolution)
4GB DDR3 1066Mhz Dual-Channel Memory
Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
ATI Mobility Radeon^™ HD 5650 with 1GB Dedicated VRAM
500GB SATA Hard Drive⁽¹⁾
8X DVD-Super Multi Double-Layer Drive
Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader
Acer InviLink™ 802.11b/g/Draft-N+ WI-FI CERTIFIED
10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN
Built-in Webcam
Two Built-In Stereo Speakers and Dolby^® Home Theater Audio Enhancement
True 5.1 Channel Surround Sound Output
Multi-Gesture Touchpad
Four USB 2.0 Ports and HDMI
6-Cell Li-Ion Battery (4400 mAh), up to Four Hours Battery Life⁽²⁾
6.16 Pounds
Measures 15.1 (W) x 9.9 (D) x 1.03/1.05 (H) Inches
One Year International Traveler’s Warranty
Acer^®Aspire AS7740-5142 Notebook PC – Prices begin at $749.99
Intel^® Core i3-330M^®Processor (2.13GHz, 1066MHz FSB, 3MB L3 Cache)
17.3-Inch HD Widescreen CineCrystal™ LED-Backlit Display (16.9 Aspect Ratio; 1600 x 900 Pixel Resolution)
4GB DDR3 1066Mhz Dual-Channel Memory
Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Blu-ray Drive
Intel^® Graphics Media Accelerator HD With 128 MB Dedicated System Memory
500GB SATA 2.5 Hard Drive⁽¹⁾
Multi-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader
Intel^® Centrino^® Wireless-N 1000 b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Acer Nplify
Dolby^® Optimized Surround Sound System with Two Built-In Stereo Speakers
Built-in Webcam
Multi-Gesture Touchpad
Four USB 2.0 Ports and HDMI
6-Cell Li-Ion Battery (4400 mAh), up to 3.5 Hours Battery Life⁽²⁾
7.05 Pounds
Measures 16.18 (W) x 10.78 (D) x 1.58/1.77 (H) Inches
One-Year International Traveler’s Warranty
About Acer
Since its founding in 1976, Acer has constantly pursued the goal of breaking the barriers between people and technology. Focused on marketing its brand-name IT products around the globe, Acer ranks as the world’s No. 3 vendor for total PCs⁽³⁾ and No. 2 for notebooks,⁽⁴⁾ with the fastest growth among the top-five players. A profitable and sustainable Channel Business Model is instrumental to Acer’s continued growth, while the successful mergers of Gateway and Packard Bell complete the company’s global footprint by strengthening its presence in the U.S. and enhancing its strong position in Europe. The Acer Group employs more than 6,000 people worldwide. 2008 revenues reached US$16.65 billion. See www.acer.com for more information.

News and Links for 1/4/2010

Kristofer — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:56:29 +0000

It’s time again for the news from our friends. A lot of it is all about the new Intel CPUs that launched today, but there’s plenty other stuff in there too..

CPUs, Cooling and Related:

Zalman CNPS10X Flex CPU Cooler @ BccHardware

Neuigkeiten auf DeXgo | Scythe Setsugen

Intel Core i3 and Core i5 tested – Clarkdale review @ PCGamesHardware

Intel Core i5 661 3.3 GHz GPU Performance analyzed @ techPowerUp

Intel i5 661 3.33GHz Dual Core CPU @ Bjorn3D

News: Intel’s Core i3/i5 and Core Mobile processors reviewed at TechReport:

http://techreport.com/articles.x/18216

http://techreport.com/articles.x/18218

Intel Core i5 661 CPU + GPU Review on Technic3D

Intel DH55TC Motherboard / Intel Core i5 661 CPU Review @ Motherboards.org

Intel Westmere 32nm Launch & Clarkdale Core i5-661 CPU Review @ Hardware Canucks