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AMD recently completed its acquisition of ATI and absorbed ATI.com. Nevertheless, ATI’s two performance chipsets remained branded by ATI. AMD’s CrossFire Xpress 1600 and CrossFire Xpress 3200 chipsets still carry ATI branding. AMD will be changing the names of its ATI CrossFire Xpress 1600 and CrossFire Xpress 3200 chipsets according to the latest roadmap. The ATI CrossFire Xpress 1600 chipset will be renamed to AMD 480X CrossFire. This is the second time the RD480 chipset has been renamed. It was previously named Radeon Xpress 200 CrossFire until ATI changed it to CrossFire Xpress 1600 to match the then newly released RD580 Radeon Xpress 3200 nomenclature. Features of the AMD 480X CrossFire remain unchanged. The chipset still supports two half-speed PCI Express x16 slots in CrossFire with a PCIe link to the SB450, SB460 or SB600 south bridges. The enthusiast ATI RD580 CrossFire Xpress 3200 will be renamed AMD 580X CrossFire. Features of the AMD 580X CrossFire will remain the same. The chipset will continue to support two full-speed PCIe x16 slots with a PCIe link to the SB450, SB460 or SB600 south bridges Source: dailytech.com
God that sounds so star-trekkish. Microsoft has released six security bulletins as part of its monthly patch cycle. Of the eight flaws that were fixed, five of were considered critical. Three of the security holes could be exploited remotely by an anonymous attacker without the user having to take any action, such as clicking on a link. The remaining five would require people to visit a malicious Web site or open a malicious file for an attack to succeed, according to Microsoft's alerts.
Next to the GeForce 8800 release yesterday, our review was don on a new nForce series 600 mainboard, the 680i actually. The new nForce 600i family spawns three new products—the nForce 680i SLI, 650i SLI and 650i Ultra. The three chipsets will target hardcore enthusiasts, performance gamers and mainstream gamers respectively. With the nForce 600i chipset family, NVIDIA has adopted a new naming scheme to differentiate its Intel and AMD products. Beginning with the nForce 600i family, NVIDIA chipsets will have “i” designations for Intel chipsets and “a” designations for AMD variants. For hardcore enthusiasts NVIDIA has the nForce 680i SLI. It features compatibility with Intel Core 2 Extreme, Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Duo, Celeron D, Pentium 4 and Pentium D processors. There’s also plenty of headroom with the nForce 680i SLI too. NVIDIA has engineered the nForce 680i SLI to run at a 1333 MHz front-side bus for future processor compatibility and overclocking headroom. In addition to the 1333 MHz front-side bus support the nForce 680i SLI features a dual-channel DDR2 memory with various memory dividers to take advantage of SLI-Ready memory modules. NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI based motherboards also feature Quicksync Technology that accelerates memory performance when the front-side bus and memory speeds are synchronized. As with the previous nForce 590 SLI Intel Edition the nForce 680i SLI supports two full-speed PCI Express x16 slots for SLI technology. In addition to the two full-speed PCI Express x16 slots, nForce 680i SLI motherboards will feature a third PCI Express x16 slot. The third slot will run at half-speed and have an x8 electrical interface. NVIDIA claims the half-speed PCI Express x16 slot is adequate for physics processing. Other notable features of the nForce 680i SLI include LinkBoost, FirstPacket, DualNet, high definition audio and MediaShield technologies. On the budget side of things is the nForce 650i SLI and 650i Ultra. Both chipsets are virtually identical with the exception of SLI support. The nForce 650i chipsets lack most of the features of the nForce 680i SLI. Nevertheless, it still features a dual-channel DDR2-800 memory controller, Gigabit Ethernet with FirstPacket technology and high definition audio. Interestingly enough, the nForce 650i series support two IDE channels while the nForce 680i SLI only supports one. EVGA is the first manufacturer to release an nForce 680i SLI based motherboard. Images of the EVGA nForce 680i SLI motherboard was previously released by NVIDIA. The EVGA nForce 680i SLI motherboard features three PCI Express x16 slots with two full-speed and one half-speed. EVGA has based the motherboard on NVIDIA’s reference design. The motherboard supports all features of the nForce 680i SLI including the LinkBoost, FirstPacket, DualNet, MediaShield and high definition audio technologies. Expect the EVGA nForce 680i SLI and other nForce 680i SLI based motherboards to cost south of the $300 border. Expect NVIDIA nForce 650i SLI and Ultra based motherboards should be more cost effective, most likely below $150.
BFG GeForce 8800 GTX and GeForce 8800 GTS BFG Technologies®, Inc., the leading North American and European NVIDIA supplier of advanced 3D graphics cards, motherboards, power supplies and other PC enthusiast products, announced today the BFG NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800 GTX 768MB PCI Express™ and BFG NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800 GTS 640MB PCI Express™ graphics cards, the first with Microsoft® DirectX® 10 support. “PC enthusiasts looking for the next level of reality in gaming will be amazed at the performance of the new BFG NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTX and BFG NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS graphics cards with HDR lighting effects and full-screen anti-aliasing” said Scott Herkelman, EVP of marketing at BFG Technologies. “With full support for DirectX 10, these cards are ready for the next generation games while making easy work of today’s top titles.” Galaxy 8800 GTX and Galaxy 8800 GTS The new era in next-gen gaming is around the corner. Biostar Sigma Gate VP8803GX73 and Sigma Gate VP8803GS63 BIOSTAR Microtech Int'l Corp., the VGA specialist, announced today two new high-end solutions for PCI-Express x16 systems with SLI™ function –Sigma Gate VP8803GX73 and Sigma Gate VP8803GS63. BIOSTAR’s VP8803GX73, which is the first 768MB onboard VGA card in the world, and VP8803GS63 with unique 640MB onboard will change the way true gamers experience gaming. Both VGA models represent the next generation of cards supporting DirectX® 10 standard which will enable stunning graphics effects. BIOSTAR VP8803GX73 and VP8803GS63 redefine your gaming reality with NVIDIA® SLI™-Ready GeForce® 8800 graphics processing units (GPUs). The world’s first Direct®X 10 GPUs feature a powerful unified architecture that delivers an incredibly true-to-life gaming experience. Power through games at record speeds. Charge through game maps with vividly realistic, sun-up to sun-down HDR lighting effects while steering clear of mind-blowing physics effects such as explosions, fire, and smoke. Crank up 16x full-screen anti-aliasing without missing a beat – no jaggies, no worries. And when you’re not pwning the enemy, relax to your favorite movies with NVIDIA PureVideo™ technology. Calibre P880+ / P880 (Sparkle) SPARKLE Computer Co., Ltd., the professional VGA card manufacturer and supplier, today releases next generation firepower by announcing Calibre P880+ GeForce 8800 GTX and Calibre P880 GeForce 8800 GTS video cards. With unparalleled gaming firepower and high efficient TEC active cooler system for aerospace integrated, the two new flagship products from SPARKLE, Calibre P880+ and Calibre P880 video cards elevate hard-core gamers' experience to the next plateau of DirectX 10 era. Based on NVIDIA's next generation G80 architecture, The new Calibre P880+ and Calibre P880 video cards are the world's fastest graphics cards. They adopt NVIDIA innovative G80 unified architecture, dynamically allocates processing power to geometry, vertex, physics, or pixel shading operations, delivering up to 2x the gaming performance of prior generation GPUs. Built upon technologies such as NVIDIA Lumenex Engine, providing support for DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0, NVIDIA Quantum Effects technology for physics computation and GigaThread Technology for extreme processing efficiency in advanced, next generation shader programs. Albatron 8800GTX/GTS Albatron Technology recently announced its latest performance cards, the 8800GTX and 8800GTS, featuring support for the much anticipated DirectX10 standard that promises a faster, more exciting gaming experience for the market. With Windows® Vista just around the corner, distributors and retailers are already lining up with big orders anticipating a rush for these performance gaming cards which feature NVIDIA®'s new DirectX10 GPUs. BFG Technologies®, Inc., the leading North American and European NVIDIA supplier of advanced 3D graphics cards, motherboards, power supplies and other PC enthusiast products, announced today the BFG NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800 GTX 768MB PCI Express™ and BFG NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800 GTS 640MB PCI Express™ graphics cards, the first with Microsoft® DirectX® 10 support. “PC enthusiasts looking for the next level of reality in gaming will be amazed at the performance of the new BFG NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTX and BFG NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS graphics cards with HDR lighting effects and full-screen anti-aliasing” said Scott Herkelman, EVP of marketing at BFG Technologies. “With full support for DirectX 10, these cards are ready for the next generation games while making easy work of today’s top titles.”
Microsoft announced today that Windows Vista has been released to manufacturing. Vista will mark the first big shift in Microsoft consumer operating systems in over 5 years. Tthe RTM version of Vista will be available for MSDN subscribers sometime after November 10, while businesses should begin receiving their copies on or shortly after November 30. Vista will be launched into the retail sector on January 30, 2007. Source: MS
Gigabyte Technology on November 7 announced that it will transfer its existing own-brand desktop PC motherboard and graphics cards business, valued at NT$4.08 billion (US$124 million), to Gigabyte United Incorporated, a joint venture it will establish with Asustek Computer in January of 2007. Gigabyte's shareholders on November 7 approved the deal, which was approved earlier by the company's board of directors. Gigabyte and Asustek signed a strategic-alliance agreement for the joint venture on August 8 of this year, according to Gigabyte chairman Dandy Yeh. Gigabyte United will have an initial capital of NT$8.0 billion, with Gigabyte and Asustek holding a 51% and 49% stake, respectively, Yeh indicated. Yeh will assume the chairmanship of the new joint venture. Gigabyte Technology will transfer its existing assets, liabilities, orders and clients, intangible assets and legal relations/status, worth an appraised total value of NT$4.08 billion, to Gigabyte United, Yeh pointed out. The transaction accounts for 14.03% of Gigabyte Technology's total asset value and 149.91% of its net fixed asset value, Yeh added. Gigabyte United will have permanent and exclusive licensed use of the Gigabyte brand and trademark for making and marketing desktop motherboards and graphics cards. Gigabyte Technology will charge for the licensed use of its brand name for five years from the first year Gigabyte United begins to make a profit. Gigabyte United will pay 50% of its operating profit to Gigabyte for three years with the percentage to decrease to 33% for the following two years, according to Gigabyte Technology. The strategic alliance with Asustek will avoid competition between the two companies and will integrate the resources of each for better competitiveness, Yeh explained. Gigabyte Technology will maintain its existing ODM production of desktop motherboards and graphics cards, Yeh pointed out.
ASUS Technology Pte Ltd (ASUS) today announced the Silent Knight CPU cooler, which utilized 100% copper (an highly effective conductor) for its fins, base and heat pipes to enable efficient heat dissipation for the latest dual-core processors. The Silent Knight offers quiet performance and a unique design with blue LED, providing a peaceful computing environment and a stylish system interior. Fast heat dissipation – All copper cooler with 6 heat pipes Besides the fan, the Silent Knight is an all-copper CPU cooling solution. With copper, an effective heat conductor, large heat exchange area, lightweight design to relieve stress on the motherboard, and six curved heat pipes to transfer heat to the fins, processor temperature is always maintained at levels most suitable for high-performance and reliable computing. AMD and Intel dual-core CPU support The Silent Knight supports the Intel Core series, Pentium Dual-Core CPU, Pentium LGA775 and Socket 478 processors as well as the AMD Socket AM2/940/939/754, Athlon 64-FX, Athlon and Sempron processors. Voltage regulation module protection The voltage regulation shield inside the cooler directs airflow created by the 9cm LED fan to surrounding VRM (voltage regulation modules), which are critical to processor operation and overall system reliability. This unique design effectively reduces VRM temperature by 10-15??C. 3-step installation The patented retention module adopted is made specifically to enable easy cooler installation in three simple steps even without removing the motherboard from the system or memory modules from the board, and regardless of the processor platform. 1. Place retention set on the motherboard 2. Place cooler over the CPU. 3. Lock cooler with spring clip
Creative (NASDAQ: CREAF), a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products, today announced the Creative Fata1lty Gaming Keyboard. Jointly designed by Creative in collaboration with renowned world champion PC gamer Johnathan “Fatal1ty” Wendel, the Creative Fatal1ty Gaming Keyboard will give users the competitive edge to emerge victorious in the gaming arena when paired with the Creative Fatal1ty Professional Laser Mouse. The Creative Fata1lty Gaming Keyboard is available now in retail stores in Singapore at a suggested retail price of S$99.00. The USB powered Creative Fata1lty Gaming Keyboard is extremely slim, compact and easy to use. Silkscreen-printed key caps provide gamers with a comfortable usage at all times. 104 patented scissor keys with short stroke action ensure users enjoy a much faster response time, a key factor when playing games. Combining a sturdy design with a lightweight frame, users can easily carry the Creative Fatal1ty Gaming Keyboard wherever they go. With a simple toggle of a switch on the keyboard, the patented EluminX illumination technology lights up for better vision in low-light or dark environments. Blue LED color indicators will boost the overall experience for gamers. Designed and endorsed by Johnathan “Fatal1ty” Wendel, a proven winner for PC gaming competitions, the Creative Fata1lty Gaming Keyboard is undoubtedly the essential accessory to complement your gaming experience.
The Creative Fatal1ty Professional Laser Mouse comes with a 2400 cpi High Definition HD-Optix™ Laser Engine. The flawless movement is so fast that it blows standard mice away. With the TrueGrip 5 Point Control System, users now have precise control and comfort. The Rapid-ResTM One-Click CPI Resolution Change Button on the mouse instantly switches resolutions with the flick of a button. The Creative Fata1lty Professional Laser Mouse also has a customisable G-Weight™ Modular Weight System with 5 different weights to suit each user’s preference. Available now in Singapore at S$99.00, the Creative Fata1lty Professional Laser Mouse will help users annihilate the competition with laser-guided precision and accuracy. Creative (NASDAQ: CREAF), a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products and the creator of Sound Blaster®, today announced the Creative Mouse Gamer HD7600L. With an excellent design and ergonomics conforming to the different needs of gaming enthusiasts, the Creative Mouse Gamer HD7600L definitely scores a direct hit in the digital gaming battlefield! Featuring a robust 2400 dpi HD-Lazer Engine, a two-way DPI Selector, high-speed USB connectivity and an ultra sleek design, the Creative Mouse Gamer HD7600L is so powerful that it enables gaming enthusiasts to stand out from the competition with its lightning fast-speed movement and sheer precision. Three unique changeable “Game On” covers allow gamers to add character and personality every time they step onto the gaming arena. The remarkable Creative Mouse Gamer HD7600L is packed with a whole host of gaming induced features and delivers consistent yet outstanding performances that allow gamers to fully immerse in the gaming experience. • 2400 dpi HD-Lazer Engine – Users revere in the unmatched accuracy and control of the latest laser technology. The HD-Lazer brings users exceptional responsiveness and the smoothest tracking ever experienced! With a high image-processing sensor, response is incredible and instantaneous. Tracking is also smoother. Gamers can now experience their games in ultra fast speeds. • EasyGlide Teflon Feet – High-tech Teflon feet ensures ultra smooth mouse action for ultra fast movement. • High-Speed Data Transfer – Enjoy blazingly fast operations all the way with fast USB connectivity! Competitors will be left far behind as the fast data link propels users ahead in the race to win! • Programmable Buttons – Users can program the five highly customisable buttons and two-way resolution dials for ultimate control. This guarantees unprecedented freedom and fast-paced action. • Ultra Fast, Ultra Safe – The Class 1 laser sensor automatically reduces power when the mouse is lifted off the desktop. This ensures the safety of users at all times. • Switch DPI – On-The-Fly – Users can optimise their dpi setting for enhanced speed, precision and accuracy! A unique control switch allows users to instantly toggle between 400, 800, 1600 and 2400 dpi. An integrated dpi indicator allows users to easily check the performance and speed of their mouse. Pricing and availability The Creative Mouse Gamer HD7600L is now available in retail shops in Singapore at a suggested retail price of S$89.00. The standard package also includes 3 changeable “Game-On” covers.
Hitachi Global Storage Technologies, the hard-drive division of the Japanese electronics giant, will sell hybrid hard drives that cut battery consumption for notebooks in 2007, as well as include a function that encrypts data automatically, said Larry Swezey, director of mobile hard-drive product strategy and marketing at Hitachi. Capacity on notebook drives will increase as well. In the first half, the company will release a 2.5-inch-diameter 200GB drive that spins at 7,200 revolutions per minute, and follow it up in the second half with a 2.5-inch-diameter notebook drive that will spin at 5,400 rpm and hold about 250GB. Hitachi's largest 7,200-rpm notebook disk now holds 100GB, while the 5,400-rpm model tops out at 160GB. In desktops, Hitachi will come out with a drive that holds a terabyte in 2007. Rivals like Seagate Technology and Samsung will come out with similar products. The actions of these companies, though, collectively underscore how drive makers are trying to woo customers through added features, rather than just capacity size. Notebooks, of course, are one of the fastest growing segments for drives. About 118 million 2.5-inch drives (the standard in notebooks) will ship in 2006 and that figure will likely rise to 224 million by 2010. By then, 2.5-inch drives will hold around 750GB due to technologies such as patterned media. Source: news.com |
