Six months ago we brought you a first look at the new Shuttle Notebook Ecosystem, now flash forward to today and we will show you how this movement is set to shake up the portable computing market. We take a look at the Shuttle booth at Computex 2010 and show you what's new, whats been improved, and what you can look forward to that will shock you.

Computex 2010 – Spotlight Shuttle @ TechwareLabs

I'll admit it. I'm hot for tablet. But nothing on the market or even at Computex has the right blend of elements for my perfect slate. Here's why.

News: Hot for tablet

BALDWIN PARK, CA (June 4, 2010) -- CyberPower Inc., www.cyberpowerpc.com today announced a series of desktop gaming PCs that will feature NVIDIA's new 3D Vision graphics technology in its Gamer Xtreme and Gamer Ultra series of desktop gaming systems. Entertainment and gaming enthusiasts can immerse themselves in a world where games, Blu-Ray movies, and photos come to life in eye-popping 3D. CyberPower's new 3D Vision PCs feature the latest GeForce GTX 400 series graphics, which includes the newly launched GTX 465 to maximize your 3D entertainment experience. With CyberPower's 3D Vision ready gaming systems, you can enjoy over 350 PC games, view pictures and standard and Hi-Def movies in full 3D. "We are excited about incorporating the new 3D PC category into our mix of gaming desktops," said Eric Cheung, CEO of CyberPower. "As 3D gaming technology continues to evolve, integrating 3D PCs into our product lineup is essential to provide consumers the perfect solution for 3D gaming and entertainment." CyberPower customers can begin customizing a 3D-ready PC or a complete 3D Vision PC with 3D monitor and glasses. In addition, CyberPower's 3D Vision PCs can be optionally equipped with powerful Intel Core i3, i5, or i7 processors or AMD's six core Phenom for smooth system performance. The starting price for a CyberPower 3D Vision-based system will be $1299. http://www.cyberpowerpc.com/landingpages/nvidia/3dvision/ CyberPower's 3D Vision-based gaming PCs can be easily factory overclocked by CyberPower and customized with a number of hard drives, SSD, Blu-Ray devices to enhance your 3D entertainment. High performance memory upgrades, and other peripheral components options are also available at the company website. All systems are pre-loaded with Microsoft Windows 7 64-bit Operating System to enhance your gaming and multimedia experience. All CyberPower computer systems come with a 3-year limited warranty and free lifetime phone support.

"The new AMD 880G chipset is based on Radeon HD 4250 graphics engine, which is a slower version of the graphics engine used on AMD 890GX (Radeon HD 4290). This way 880G-based motherboards are cheaper than 890GX-based ones. Let's take a look on ASRock 880GXH/USB3, which brings USB 3.0 ports."

ASRock 880GXH/USB3 Motherboard Review @ Hardware Secrets

"If you don't follow almost daily the video card market it is really complicated to understand the differences between the several different NVIDIA graphics chips available on the market today. To facilitate knowing and understanding the difference among these chips, we have compiled the following table:"

NVIDIA Chips Comparison Table @ Hardware Secrets

"MSI Big Bang XPower is an Intel X58-based socket 1136 motherboard that comes with six PCI Express x16 slots, SATA-600 ports, USB 3.0 ports, military-grade components on the voltage regulator circuit, gazillions of overclocking options and much more. Also it is one of the few motherboards around using an easy-to-remember name instead of a part number formed with several letters and numbers. We honestly hope that MSI and other manufacturers do this more often."

MSI Big Bang XPower Motherboard @ Hardware Secrets

We take a closer look at Asus' Tegra-powerd Eee Pad EP101TC tablet.

http://techreport.com/discussions.x/19024

Thermaltake shows off mechanical gaming keyboards with clickety-clack Cherry switches.

http://techreport.com/discussions.x/19023

Kingston crams 64GB into an SD card and preps an external SSD with a USB 3.0 interface.

http://techreport.com/discussions.x/19021

High-end Gigabyte motherboard can supply CPU with up to 1,500W of power, be overclocked via Internet.

http://techreport.com/discussions.x/19020

Student-focused Kno tablet weilds dual 14", 1440x900 displays.

http://techreport.com/discussions.x/19025

Futurelooks has just updated their YouTube Channel with some new video
coverage from COMPUTEX 2010...

COMPUTEX 2010 - GIGABYTE Unveils Docking Ultra Think M1405 Notebook
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlThpfQTenc

COMPUTEX 2010 - CoolerMaster Shows Off new PSUs and Coolers
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSP03Qe4dOs

COMPUTEX 2010 - ZOTAC ZBOX Round Up
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EssbPLIYn2o

COMPUTEX 2010 - ANTEC Shows Off New High Current Pro Series Power Supplies
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLdbpf82d8M

 

“Say what! Another processor?” Well, yeah, what else are they going to do over at Intel. Someone is always actively looking for good ways of making current generation processors better. Of course, these are just the ones we know about. When they’re not busy launching a processor, they’re busy working on other projects like fine tuning their DP55KG, or DP55WG motherboards. Today, we get to see a tweak in their processors which include a new Core i5-655K and Core i7-875K “K Series” processors. Trickling down some tech from their top end chips (and aiming straight at AMD Black Edition parts) the new processors offer some multiplier unlocking goodness at a more affordable price. Let’s see how they perform!

Intel Core i5-655K Clarkdale and Core i7-875K Lynnfield Processors Reviewed

Thermaltake isn't new to the market. They have a full line of different cases and cooling systems. Today Benchmark reviews will be testing the Thermaltake Element-Q, model VL52021N2U. This chassis belongs to the "Small Form Factor" Line and it's targeted at the Mini-ITX industry. Apart from being the typical mini-case with 220 watts PSU included, what makes this product special against other Mini ITX cases? It supports full 5.25" optical drives and two 3.5" full sized HDDs. Compared to many other Mini-ITX cases; this can be an advantage over other products making your new purchase a lot cheaper. It also supports a full-height PCI card, which means you can install your Audio or Video card and enhance your HTPC experience. Read our full review to verify if the Element-Q suits to your needs

Thermaltake Element-Q mITX HTPC Case @ Benchmark Reviews

When laptop coolers first came out the only purpose of the unit was cooling. There werent really any designs to make life easier or more comphortable. No one even thought of these things untill the first unit was designed to offer adjustable heights. We all want the best out of the item we are about to purchase. When it comes to notebook coolers I know I want the ease of use, compfort and cooling for my notebook. Today we are going to take a look at the new generation of notebook coolers, NotePal ErgoStand by Cooler Master.

Cooler Master NotePal ErgoStand - Review

Techwarelabs was given a personal invite to the NZXT’s suite at the Grand Hyatt in Taipei to go over their new products which include a several unique power supplies,and their line of computer cases.

Computex 2010 – Spotlight NZXT @ TechwareLabs

It is odd to see an OCZ power supply unit priced as if it's a bottom of the barrel type power supply, but here we have it, the ModXStream Pro 500W available for about $60 dollars holds quite well against the bigger, more expensive players out there.  The unit stayed well within defined ATX specifications and given the price, the ModXStream Pro is definitely an attractive unit worth considering.

News - OCZ ModXStream Pro 500W Power Supply Review at Overclockers Online

Computex 2010 is in full swing and here are some highlights from my day 2 excursion.

Computex 2010 - Second Day Wanderings @ Ninjalane

OCZ invited us up to their private suite at the Grand Hyatt in Taipei during Computex 2010 to show off their 2010 product line and new developments. The products included the line of very popular SSD drives and a few new items like a portable USB 3.0 drive and a PCI-e card with flash memory onboard which provides users with I/O speeds unmatched by standard SATA II, or SCSI.

Computex 2010 OCZ Technology Suite @ TechwareLabs

"The new AMD 880G chipset is based on Radeon HD 4250 graphics engine, which is a slower version of the graphics engine used on AMD 890GX (Radeon HD 4290). This way 880G-based motherboards are cheaper than 890GX-based ones. AMD 880G chipset is normally paired with AMD SB710 south bridge chip, but on A88GM Deluxe the manufacturer decided to use SB850, which is the south bridge chip from AMD 890GX, providing native support for SATA-600 ports. This way A88GM Deluxe is one step above other motherboards based on the same chipset."

Foxconn A88GM Deluxe Motherboard Review @ Hardware Secrets

"Today we are reviewing Prolimatech Armageddon CPU cooler, which has a slim tower heatsink with six U-shaped heatpipes and room for two 140-mm fans. Will it perform well in our tests? Let's see."

Prolimatech Armageddon CPU Cooler Review @ Hardware Secrets

Fremont, CA, and Glasgow, UK, 2 June, 2010 -- Lexar Media, a leading global provider of memory products for digital media, today announced Crucial Ballistix high-performance memory modules with thermal sensor and temperature-monitoring utility, encased in a radically redesigned and more effective heat spreader. The thermal sensor and monitoring utility allow PC enthusiasts to view memory module temperature in real time, a major benefit for overclockers and enthusiast users constantly battling against excessive system heat. Additionally, the new Crucial Ballistix modules feature a redesigned “finned” heat spreader design that reduces memory module temperature by up to 30% more than the current Crucial Ballistix design. The new Crucial Ballistix modules are initially available exclusively at popular online retailer Newegg.com.

 

Lifestyle Keyboards Provide Unique Touch-Screen and Programmable LCD Media Panel

San Diego, June 02. 2010

 

Mad Catz® Interactive, Inc. (“Mad Catz” or “the Company”) (AMEX/TSX: MCZ), a leading third-party interactive entertainment accessory provider today announced that it has begun shipping across North America the long-awaited new lifestyle-oriented Wireless ‘litetouch’ Keyboard, being released under the Company’s Eclipse brand.

 

Announced to strong critical and consumer interest at the 2010 CES show in Las Vegas, Nevada, the new range of litetouch Keyboards feature the industry’s first backlit, re-configurable, touch-sensitive LCD 3-in-1 touch panel which allow consumers to access media shortcuts, favorite websites and open applications at the touch of a button.

 

Products which are now shipping are as follows:

 

• Eclipse Wireless litetouch Keyboard

Partnership Makes OCZ Solid State Solutions More Available to Value Added Resellers in the Region

SAN JOSE, CA—June 3, 2010—OCZ Technology Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: OCZ), a leading provider of high-performance solid-state drives (SSDs) and memory modules for computing devices and systems, has signed a distribution agreement with Ingram Micro Distribution GmbH to increase the availability of OCZ’s SSDs, memory, and power supplies for business and enterprise clients in Germany.