Microsoft has announced expansion of its Surface family of tablets. Two new Surface models - Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 - along with an expanded portfolio of new Surface accessories, will be available at Microsoft retail stores and select third-party retailers and commercial resellers in 22 initial markets, including Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the UK and the US on October 22 and China in early November. Additional markets will be announced in the coming months.The Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 each benefit from updates, including improvements to processing power and battery life, to display and camera resolution, and to the Kickstand, now with dual angles, so it's more comfortable for consumers to use their Surfaces on lap or at desk, the vendor said.Customers purchasing either device will receive free Skype calling to landlines in more than 60 countries for one year, unlimited Skype WiFi on their Surface 2 or Surface Pro 2 at more than two million hot spots worldwide for one year, and 200GB of free SkyDrive storage for two years, Microsoft said.Surface 2The Surface 2 is powered by an Nvidia Tegra 4 processor while having a battery life up to 10 hours for video playback, according to Microsoft. The device also features a 10.6-inch ClearType Full HD display for rendering 1080p video and USB 3.0 ports for file transfers. Camera resolution has also increased, with a 3.5-megapixel front camera and 5-megapixel rear camera, both capable of capturing 1080p video and featuring improved low-light performance.The Surface 2 will ship with Windows RT 8.1. The operating system will feature several new services including the new Xbox Music, which allows consumers to stream songs for free; an updated Video app and games from the Windows Store.The Surface 2 is pre-loaded with Office Home & Student 2013 RT and Outlook 2013 RT for productivity.The Surface 2 is available in 32GB and 64GB configurations; it will start at US$449.Surface Pro 2The Surface Pro 2 is the successor to Surface Pro and, like its predecessor, is a notebook replacement, capable of running all Windows' software including the full Microsoft Office suite, as well as apps from the Windows Store, the vendor said. The Surface Pro 2 is powered by a fourth-generation Intel Core i5 processor which, combined with other improvements, delivers increased performance and up to 75% longer battery life than the Surface Pro.Starting at US$899, the Surface Pro 2 will be offered in 64GB and 128GB configurations with 4GB of RAM and 256GB and 512GB configurations with 8GB of RAM.New AccessoriesMicrosoft also announced seven new accessories:The Touch Cover 2, which is thinner and lighter than the original Touch Cover, measuring 2.75mm thin, features backlit keys. It also features updated sensors that support a variety of gestures across the entire keyboard. The Touch Cover 2 has an estimated retail price of US$119.99.The Type Cover 2 features the same design of the original Type Cover, but it is now backlit and will be available in Cyan, Magenta, Purple and Black in the coming months. The Type Cover 2 will have an estimated retail price of US$129.99.The Power Cover delivers the same typing experience as with Type Cover while extending the battery life of the Surface 2, the Surface Pro and the Surface Pro 2 by up to 50%. The Power Cover will have an estimated retail price of US$199.99 and has a projected release date of early 2014.The Docking Station for Surface Pro allows users to connect their Surface Pro and Surface Pro 2 to desktop peripherals in a single step. While the Surface Pro or the Surface Pro 2 is docked, it can connect with an external monitor, Ethernet, speakers and power supply. PC peripherals connect via its one USB 3.0 port and three USB 2.0 ports. The Docking Station for Surface Pro will have an estimated retail price of US$199.99 and has a projected release date of early 2014.The Wireless Adapter for Typing Covers connects magnetically to any Touch or Type Cover, letting users type from anywhere in the room using Bluetooth technology. The Wireless Adapter for Typing Covers will have an estimated retail price of US$59.99.The Car Charger plugs into most cars' power or lighter ports and charges Surface without the need for an additional adapter. It also features an USB port to allow simultaneous charging of a phone or other device. The Car Charger will have an estimated retail price of US$49.99 and has a projected release date of early 2014.A special-edition of Arc Touch Mouse Surface has been updated to match the look of Surface. Like other Arc Touch mice, it is designed for comfort and flattens for portability. It connects via Bluetooth 3.0, freeing Surface's USB port for use by other devices. The Arc Touch Mouse Surface Edition will have an estimated retail price of US$69.99.Microsoft Surface 2 tabletPhoto: CompanyMicrosoft Surface Pro 2 tabletPhoto: Company

TAIPEI, TAIWAN, September 18, 2013 – From October 20 to 24, CAYIN will take part at GITEX Technology Week in Dubai World Trade Centre. CAYIN will take this opportunity to showcase professional digital signage solutions and dynamic applications as the result of its long-term global experience.At GITEX, CAYIN will fully introduce its digital signage products, including media players, servers, and software. CAYIN will also present the best practice of digital signage for advertising and marketing, messaging, training, and interactive entertaining. People from all kinds of industries—such as corporate, education, hotels, transportation, retail, or entertainment—will be able to find the best digital signage solutions from CAYIN.As a scalable and stable system, CAYIN's digital signage players can be deployed in both small- and large-scale projects. Through the collaboration with content management servers and different application software, users can manage up to 250 players with each server or thousands players with multiple servers. This allows users to further customize their needs and achieve efficient central management. During the show, professional representatives from CAYIN will assist the visitors in experiencing CAYIN's professional digital signage system.CAYIN has always focused on business cultivation in the Middle East market. CAYIN has also successfully helped many regional corporations and organizations with its digital signage solutions, e.g. SABIC Academy and SWCC in Saudi Arabia, UAEU (United Arab Emirates University) and SEHA (Abu Dhabi Health Services) in UAE, EPA (Environment Public Authority) and KWI International Airport in Kuwait, etc. As one of the most important tradeshow for professional display technologies in the Middle East, GITEX provides CAYIN with a great opportunity to approach existing and potential customers in the regions.Ravel Chi, Vice President of CAYIN Technology, said, "We look forward to finding long-term partners in the ME and other regions in Asia, Europe, and Africa to share our values." To provide customers the ingenious new media solutions, CAYIN's professional R&D team is currently concentrating on new product development and looking forward to launching new hardware and software in the near future. CAYIN sincerely welcomes you to visit us from October 20 to 24 in Dubai World Trade Centre. More innovative digital signage solutions will be demonstrated during the show. Booth No. Hall 3 D3-25About CAYIN TechnologyCAYIN Technology offers a complete portfolio of appliance-based digital signage solutions, including media players, servers, and software, for various commercial applications, such as education, transportation, retail, hospitality, corporate use, and financial and public institutions. CAYIN is dedicated to being a reliable partner to its clients worldwide and has successfully set up various application references globally. In order to best facilitate the deployment of CAYIN products, the company also provides tailored services to satisfy the ever-growing market demand for almost limitless applications.From October 20 to 24, CAYIN will take part at GITEX Technology Week in Dubai World Trade Centre

Data centers are increasingly becoming vulnerable to security threats. Not only for the reason that it requires stability to secure clients' data, but also a controlled environment in a business building. The leading cloud computing operations service provider HP is upgrading its security surveillance system at their HP data center in Thailand.HP Data Center Security offers consist of consulting and managed security services for providing security to data center infrastructure including servers, mainframes, storage, virtualized environments, and cloud computing environments.Restricted physical security is another critical criterion for data centers. Physical access of non-selected personnel to the site is usually considered a signal of danger. Therefore, video camera surveillance and permanent security guards are almost always present if the data center is large or contains sensitive information. In order to reach the high standard, HP Thailand chose EverFocus EHN3260 to help them with the secure of the environment.With the local distributor TCM Consulting Group's help, 88 EHN3260 cameras are installed around the data center and the hallways. All cameras are managed by Nuuo software that provides easy operation through the graphical user interface (GUI). More screens can be shown on a monitor at the same time for more efficient management.EHN3260 is an outdoor, vandal-proof IP dome delivering image quality up to 2-megapixel. It is equipped with a P-iris Lens, which enables the camera to automatically and precisely control the iris opening in all lighting conditions for optimal depth of field and image quality, including sharpness and clarity. It supports both H.264 and M-JPEG compression formats. The weather-proof IP68 and vandal resistance IK10 rating makes EHN3260 water-, dust- and weather-resistant - perfect for highly restricted areas and a good defense for possible man-made damages. Its WDR capability provides clear images even under back-light circumstances where intensity of illumination can vary excessively.After the installation of EverFocus EHN3260, more secured environment is guaranteed in HP data center. The EHN3260 along with Nuuo software make sure more efficient management and lower cost of manpower, let alone easier operation.According to Joe Jen, EverFocus Global Brand Marketing Manager, "We are so honored to work with HP Thailand. With our experience in professional surveillance technology, we can definitely provide the service to meet their need in the data center. We are proud to be part of the project."About TCM Consulting Group Co., LtdFounded in 2005, TCM is a System Integrator which provides the best IT solutions in the area of Cash/Member Card Solution, Data Management, Long Range and Enterprise Wireless, Wireless VDO Surveillance, CCTV and Professional Services. It is also Authorized Reseller for EverFocus and Nuuo CCTV systems.About EverFocus Electronics CorporationEverFocus Electronics Corporation is a leading integrated security solution manufacturer. Our lineup includes of CCTV cameras, DVRs, HDcctv, IP surveillance solutions, access control systems, as well as surveillance and access control peripherals. EverFocus has offices globally, including the U.S.A, Germany, China, Japan, India, Taiwan and UK.Security ensured in Thailand HP data center

Spansion Inc. (NYSE: CODE), a global leader in Flash memory-based embedded systems solutions, today announced that the Spansion FL-S family of Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash and the Spansion ML-G1 Series SLC NAND have been qualified as Xilinx Supported Flash Devices for the Zynq-7000 All Programmable SoC family for configuration and data storage.The Xilinx Zynq-7000 SoC is the first All Programmable System-on-Chip and combines a high performance dual core ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore processing system with the latest FPGA fabric technology from Xilinx. While using the Zynq-7000 SoC, designers can extend the capabilities on the ARM processors by building peripherals and accelerators in the FPGA fabric, offering levels of performance, power and flexibility beyond traditional SoC devices."Xilinx Zynq-7000 is the award-winning all programmable System-on-Chip broadly used in wired and wireless communication, automotive, factory automation, medical imaging and broadcast applications," said Naseem Aslam, ecosystem marketing manager, Spansion. "Earning this qualification means embedded customers can easily incorporate Spansion Flash memory products within their Zynq-7000 SoC designs to bring smarter systems to market faster while leveraging Spansion's industry leading quality, reliability and performance."Xilinx Supported Flash Devices are verified to work with Xilinx programming tools, the Zynq-7000 device BootROM, and U-Boot. In addition, Xilinx Supported Flash Devices are backed by Xilinx Technical Support."Spansion Flash is an important component of our comprehensive Zynq-7000 SoC solution," said Stephane Monboisset, senior product marketing manager for Zynq at Xilinx. "Embedded system designers can leverage the high speed throughput of Spansion FL-S Series NOR or depend on the solid reliability of Spansion SLC NAND for their Zynq-7000 SoC-based systems."Spansion products qualified as Xilinx Supported Flash Devices are the 128Mb Serial NOR Flash and the 4Gb NAND Flash. In addition, other densities of the same Spansion Serial NOR Flash family, the 256Mb, 512Mb and 1Gb Serial NOR and 1Gb, as well as the 2Gb and 8Gb SLC NAND devices are in testing and targeted for qualification in the next software release.

Advantech (TWSE: 2395.TW),a leading designer and manufacturer of multicore media processing platforms and Utelisys, a provider of innovative real-time transcoding solutions will be demonstrating the performance and channel density gains which can be achieved by using Advantech's PCIe cards powered by multicore Digital Signal Processors (DSP) from Texas Instruments Inc (TI).As a result of close collaboration between the two companies, Utelisys will be showcasing their new range of transcoders, enabling integrators and telecom operators to move distribution, transcoding and content delivery from the core to the edge of the network. The Utelisys OTT solution incorporates variable bit rate with auto-detection technology. The end device signals the OTT head end to optimize the bit rate, ensuring the best possible quality at all times under any network condition. Utelisys solutions target data center and telecom cloud operators with encoding, decoding, transcoding and transrating solutions, supporting a wide range of protocols and containers for H.264 and HEVC codecs, for turn-key end-user delivery systems. The Utelisys full circle solutions can deliver any content in MPEG2, H.264 or HEVC to any end device by adapting at different bit rates using HTTP live streaming (HLS) as well as other protocols. Customer content is protected using studio approved digital rights management (DRM) such as the Verimatrix VCAS, all built into a single appliance."By integrating the DSPC-8681 PCIe-based video processing engine from Advantech, never before has it been more cost effective to implement services which allow every hospital or hotel guest to watch TV or video-on-demand from their own mobile devices. Our fully Interactive TV head end delivers video streams that can be displayed on a TV or on any mobile device." said Danny Burns, CTO at Utelisys, "Moreover, with the DSPC-8682, delivering twice the performance, our offer scales up to carrier-grade systems with multiple cards that are capable of delivering up to 1500 streams from a single 2U server."The Utelisys edge distribution system runs on Advantech's DSPC-8681 or DSPC-8682 PCIe cards which integrate four or eight TI TMS320C6678 multi-core DSPs and a high-speed PLXR ExpressLane PEX8624 PCIe switch, to achieve the highest possible performance levels in a half-length PCIe or full-length form factor. The DSPs provide fixed- and floating-point capabilities and include packet accelerator support for various transport plane protocols as well as a security accelerator engine which supports a wide range of security and encryption standards including DES. The 32 DSP cores on the DSPC-8681 and the 64 DSP cores on the DSPC-8682 offer the high-performance processing capabilities needed for a broad range of media processing applications providing full programmability in a cost- and power optimized package."Our partnership with Utelisys demonstrates the value of multicore DSP technology in building cost effective, yet highly scalable solutions for new and demanding markets such as video distribution." said David Lin, Senior Director DSP Solutions, Advantech. "At IBC 2013 we will emphasize just how pervasive software defined video acceleration based on DSP technology has become. System integrators and Solution Providers can now quickly deploy platforms addressing a broad range of video processing needs."Advantech and Utelisys will be showcasing their solutions on September 13-17 at IBC 2013 in Amsterdam, Netherlands, at Booth #9.C22For more information please contact dsp@advantech.com.tw or visit www.advantech.com/dsp. You can also visit our landing page for more information about the demo: http://www.advantech.com.tw/nc/newsletter/eDM/2013IBC

Advantech, a leader in providing a wide range of certified computing systems and services, is excited to announce the HIT-W222 Healthcare Infotainment Terminal. The system is especially designed for healthcare applications, with a large 21.5" multi-function touchscreen supporting 1920 x 1080 resolutions, a high-powered IntelR Core i7 processor, and a rich selection of peripherals.Fanless design and medical certifications round out this powerful platform and ensure conformity to medical requirements, reliability, ease of cleaning, and silent operation. HIT-W222 is well-suited to hospital monitoring and management applications like anesthetics, respiratory monitoring, ultrasound and vital sign monitoring.Easy Mount, Easy Connectivity Equal Easy MonitoringHIT-W222 can be used for bedside care, but that's just the beginning. The system can easily augment anesthetic machines, respirators, ultrasound devices and other medical monitoring equipment, with easy mounting using standard VESA and optional swing-arm attachments. The large screen size can display a wealth of data making it a central "go to" station for medical personnel. In addition, I/O connectivity is easy too! A secondary I/O extension area supports three additional USB ports, one Gigabit LAN connection, and one isolated COM port. This makes it simple to connect to existing hospital information systems, existing medical equipment and additionally to support a variety of peripherals from smart card readers, to RFID, to barcode scanners.HDMI Available Too!HDMI input is also optionally available, if the project requires it. This enables HIT-W222 to become an all-in-one solution for other needs in the hospital, such as infotainment and gaming for patients, or high-definition education and live-casts for training and observation. The application possibilities are unlimited.HIT-W222 at a GlanceHIT-W222 is a powerful, medically-certified system with an impressive feature set design-focused on delivering better healthcare applications:- High-performing IntelR Core i7 processor- 21.5" multi-function touchscreen with PCT option creates a central data display- Fanless design for noise-free and clean operation- Easy to mount and stow with VESA mounts and swing-arms - Isolated I/O for COM and LAN- IP65 compliance, easy to clean- ITE & Medical dual-certifications (EN-60950; EN-60601-1)- Programmable hotkeys and rich I/O support for array of peripherals- 2 megapixel camera, WiFi and Ethernet support enhance communications and connectivityHIT-W222 is equally at home next to patient bedside as it is in the OR or ICU ward. It is a versatile solution that fits into many areas in a hospital or medical facility. Makeyour hospital smarter, by putting information at the fingertips of medical professionals. For more information, please contact a sales representative or visit us on the web at http://www.advantech.com/.About AdvantechFounded in 1983, Advantech is a leader in providing trusted, innovative products, services, and solutions. Advantech offers comprehensive system integration, hardware, software, customer-centric design services, embedded systems, automation products, and global logistics support. We cooperate closely with our partners to help provide complete solutions for a wide array of applications across a diverse range of industries. Our mission is to enable an intelligent planet with Automation and Embedded Computing products and solutions that empower the development of smarter working and living. With Advantech, there is no limit to the applications and innovations our products make possible. (Corporate Website: http://www.advantech.com/).HIT-W222 Healthcare Infotainment Terminal.

The industry's leading brand, MSI, has officially released a new BIOS that allows its X79 chipset motherboards to support Intel's newest 22nm LGA2011 processors (codename: Ivy Bridge-E). Users can experience the powerful performance from the newest 22nm LGA2011 processors immediately by simply updating the BIOS from MSI's official website.MSI X79 series motherboards equipped with Military Class III componentsThe MSI X79 series motherboards use Military Class III components that have the highest quality and stability. Its DrMOS II has dual temperature protection mechanisms that ensure the components have the longest usage lifespan, even when operating under poor radiating environments or when users are performing heavy-duty operations such as overclocking. In addition, MSI's X79 series motherboards are also equipped with the exclusively Click BIOS II, providing the highest performance and the most convenient operating experience. Also included are Sound Blaster Cinema, Multi-BIOS II, Control Center II, Super Charger and many other advanced exclusive technologies. The flagship BIG BANG-XPOWER II motherboard uses a 22-phase power design, and supports 4-way NVIDIA SLI and AMD CrossFire multi-graphics card computing technologies. MSI X79 series motherboards are your best choice for pursuing extreme performance!For more information, please visit MSI's official website: http://www.msi.com/MSI Big Bang-XPower II_MS-7737

Intel has announced a new family of solid-state drives for business-class PCs. The new Pro 1500 SSDs are engineered specifically for easy IT deployment and secure manageability, and offer a lower total cost of ownership (TCO) with enhanced performance.The Intel Stable Image Platform Program ensures that key drivers are in place and makes transitioning to the Pro 1500 series simple and predictable. The ability to remotely manage assets and diagnose issues at the drive level means fewer deskside visits, so PC maintenance and repairs require less time, Intel said.The Intel SSD Pro 1500 series also protects data from unauthorized access with enterprise-grade security features, including hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption and industry-standard Opal key management protocols. The new SSD series is designed to work with the fourth-generation Intel Core processors with Intel vPro technology. Using the Intel Setup and Configuration Software, IT managers address problems before they arise by remotely managing devices and extracting drive diagnostics to proactively monitor storage health.Minimizing downtime among a growing mobile workforce using thin and light mobile computers is critical to increase productivity and reduce IT costs. The Intel SSD Pro 1500 Series addresses this need with new small form factors, such as M.2, featuring advanced low-power modes that reduce idle power by more than 90% compared to HDDs, the company said. Smaller form factors and less power enable slimmer device profiles with long battery life, including Ultrabooks, 2-in-1 devices and traditional PCs.

HOLUX Technology Inc., a manufacturer and professional designer of GPS, is preparing to launch a newly outdoor GPS - SporTrek 1170 with flexible electronic paper display (EPD).Due to E-paper displays are increasingly being used for other applications. It uses far less power than traditional LCD screens and performs better in bright environments. The E-paper display has been specifically engineered for outdoor GPS applications. The 1.73" curved touch screen of SporTrek 1170 supports a resolution of 320X240 pixels with 16 grey scale levels. The screen contains low power usage, touch design and sunlight readability make ideal for SporTrek 1170. SporTrek 1170 is the world's first e-Paper display outdoor GPS that supports multiple modes for all kinds of outdoor activities. For cycling activities, SporTrek 1170 can show essential information for sportspeople including speed, distance, altitude, time and track log etc. The other helpful GPS function is "Follow Courses". The Follow Course allows users to plan their routes. Cyclists may use the SporTrek 1170 as a tour guide so that can go to a new place for users' adventure with better preparation. Courses can be obtained either from a track log listed in history.The convenient and stylish outdoor GPS- SporTrek 1170 is designed with lightweight and rugged that meets the needs of its sport and fitness consumers. With shock resistance and IPX7 water resistance built in, the SporTrek 1170 will operate unhindered in any kind of weather.For more information, please contact HOLUX sales: sales@holux.com; For more HOLUX products details, please refer to HOLUX website: http://www.holux.com/HOLUX SporTrek 1170

The Heraeus Photovoltaics Business Unit will be attending the Renewable Energy India 2013 at the India Expo Center, Greater Noida (NCR), from September 12-14, 2013. Heraeus will be showcasing several of their new products in hall 7, booth 24 of the exhibition.The Heraeus Photovoltaics Business Unit will be highlighting their current portfolio of metallization pastes for higher efficiency solar cells at a reduced cost per Wp. Heraeus pastes allow cell manufacturers to lower the silver cost for front-side metallization to below 0.01 $ per Wp (as tested by the Institute for Solar Energy Research Hamelin, Germany; solar cell: PERC, printing technique: Dual Print). A key characteristic of Heraeus pastes is the strong adhesion to both the front-side and back-side of solar cells. "In the R&D process, we focus on formulating pastes that advance both the electrical and mechanical performance of solar cells. Adhesion is considered a key factor of the mechanical performance of cells. During our paste development process, we will not sacrifice the mechanical performance and reliability of cells," said Dr. Weiming Zhang, Vice President of Technology for the Heraeus Photovoltaic Business Unit.During the show, Heraeus will be highlighting their SOL9610 Series of front-side metallization pastes, which has been successfully adopted by the market in 2013. The SOL9610 Series provides finer line resolution, improved contact to silicon wafers and has demonstrated cell efficiencies greater than 19%. New to their portfolio is the SOL9350 Series, pastes for n-type cells with p+ wafer surfaces. This series of pastes provides improved printability and allows customers to achieve higher cells efficiencies. On bifacial n-type cells, the SOL9350 Series for p+ wafer surfaces can be complemented with other Heraeus pastes, such as the SOL9610 Series. For back-side metallization, Heraeus offers low silver tabbing pastes with silver contents below 45%. Talk to our experts to find out more about our current product portfolio for conventional and advanced cell designs and about R&D projects and pastes.To learn more about Heraeus' products and services for the photovoltaic industry, visit us at this year's Renewable Energy India 2013 at the India Expo Center, Greater Noida (NCR) in hall 7, booth 24. You can also go to http://www.pvsilverpaste.com/ for more information.About the Heraeus Photovoltaics Business UnitThe Heraeus Photovoltaics Business Unit is an industry leading developer and manufacturer of silver metallization pastes for the photovoltaic industry. For over 40 years, Heraeus has built a reputation of innovation, extensive research and new product development in thick film technologies for some of the most prominent companies within a variety of industries. In the field of photovoltaics, the Heraeus Photovoltaics Business Unit applies this history and its innovative technology to offer metallization pastes for solar cell applications. The Heraeus SOL Series of silver pastes is specially formulated to provide higher efficiencies and wider processing windows, resulting in better yields and higher output for cell manufacturers.Heraeus, the precious metals and technology group headquartered in Hanau, Germany, is a global, private company with more than 160 years of tradition. Our fields of competence include precious metals, materials and technologies, sensors, biomaterials and medical products, quartz glass, and specialty light sources. In the financial year 2012 Heraeus generated product revenues of EUR4.2 billion and precious metal trading revenues of EUR16 billion. With more than 12,200 employees in over 100 subsidiaries worldwide, Heraeus holds a leading position in its global markets.