Kingston Technology has announced the release of HyperX Genesis Special Edition Grey. The high-performance dual-channel memory kits are engineered to complement the new motherboards featuring the Intel P67 Sandy Bridge platform as well as existing P55-based systems. "The modern design and look accentuates the new black and grey P67 motherboards just reaching the market," said Mark Tekunoff, senior technology manager, Kingston. "With performance memory frequency initially at 2133MHz and 1600MHz, these new additions to the family of HyperX products meet the demands of everyone from the enthusiast vying for the fastest benchmark score to the weekend gamer." HyperX Genesis Special Edition Grey is available in DDR3 2133MHz and 1600MHz 4GB kits. Kingston: HyperX Genesis Special Edition Grey features and specifications Part number Capacity and features MSRP (US only). KHX2133C9AD3X2K2/4GX 4GB 2133MHz DDR3 (CL9-11-9-27) DIMM, 1.65v (Kit of 2) XMP X2 Grey Series US$149.99 KHX1600C9D3X2K2/4GX 4GB 1600MHz DDR3 (CL9-9-9-27) DIMM, 1.65v (Kit of 2) XMP X2 Grey Series US$69.99 Source: Company, compiled by Digitimes, January 2011 Kingston HyperX 2133MHz XMPPhoto: Company

Hanvon has unveiled the Hanvon WISEreader E920, a large-screen, high-resolution e-book reader, at CES 2011 (LVCC South Hall Booth #36062). The Hanvon WISEreader has a 9.7-inch screen and 200 dpi resolution, which provides some of the crispest and sharpest images ever seen on an E Ink-powered device, the vendor said. The e-book reader will be available by June 2011."Hanvon introduced the world's first color E Ink reader, and we are continuing to innovate with our large-screen, high-res e-reader," said Liu Yingjian, president of Hanvon. "Consumers should expect clear, detailed text and images from their e-books, readable in bright light conditions, and the WISEreader E920 delivers this experience."The WISEreader has a standby battery life of 15 days, and can read more than 10,000 pages before requiring a recharge, Hanvon said.The WISEreader will support extended MicroSD cards up to 32GB, allowing consumers to store more than 10,000 e-books on the reader. It provides all the traditional benefits of an E Ink reader and also supports a variety of formats, will speak in TTS voice, allows users to comment in PDF at any time and make instant Chinese-English translations, the vendor added.Hanvon 9-inch, high-resolution e-book reader, the WISEreaderPhoto: Company

At the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Samsung Electronics, continued to raise the industry bar for plasma TVs with its extended plasma TV line-up of 16 new models across six product series.Samsung's 2011 ultra-slim plasma TVs add a touch of sophistication and style to any home. All new plasma TVs also offer Samsung's breakthrough Plasma+1 design, which features a new narrow bezel design that adds 1-inch of viewable screen size over last year's products for a greater viewing area without increasing the outside dimensions of the set.For example:2010 line-up: 42-, 50-, 58- and 63-inch2011 line-up: 43-, 51-, 59- and 64-inchThe TVs also offer richer connected entertainment options through one of the most comprehensive offering of apps and connected devices, so that people get the most out of their entertainment experience. Select models will offer Samsung's new Smart Hub, which includes:- Search all, which makes it easier to search for desired content on your TV and other DLNA-certified connected media storage devices, networked PC and mobile devices, and Internet and video-on-demand services.- Your video, which delivers recommendations based on a user's viewing history.- Web browser, which offers full web browsing right from your TV.- Samsung apps, the world's first HDTV-based application store, which offers a range of paid and free apps that help people connect to their various passions – whether in sports, entertainment, information, games or social networking.The latest TV lineup will be on display at Samsung's booth #12006 in the Central Hall at the International CES, which will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), January 6-9, 2011. The Samsung Plasma D6500 series TVs, a CES 2011 Innovations Design and Engineering Award winner, will also be on display in the Grand Lobby at the LVCC.Stylish TV with outstanding picture quality and a larger viewing screenSamsung's Plasma D8000 series is a full HD plasma TV that is designed to deliver our best viewing experience in 2D and 3D. The D8000 series features a dark metallic bezel combined with Samsung's ToC border for an understated cool elegance associated with luxury items. More importantly, the thinner bezel makes possible the added inch in screen size without an increase in the overall size of the TV.The Plasma D8000 series features Samsung's Real Black Filter technology, which reduces the onscreen glare to produce darker blacks and sharper images. The plasma panel has also been redesigned to deliver outstanding black luminance. The TV also includes Samsung's proprietary Crystal full HD engine with Cinema Smooth technology that delivers smoother motion effects when watching their favorite Blu-ray discs. These features combine to give the D8000 series a dynamic contrast ratio of 3,000,000:1, and pristine depth and dimension to onscreen images.The Plasma D8000 series is also compatible with Samsung's 3D active glasses and multi-display Touch Control. This remote can be a second portable TV, offers a Qwerty keyboard for easy text input during web browsing and acts as a universal remote control for your onscreen content. With built-in Wi-Fi, viewers have access to Smart Hub to view and search for content on Samsung Apps or on DLNA-certified devices.Solid all-round performer with advanced connectivity options, 3D video processing technology and stunning designSamsung's ultra-slim Plasma D6500 series is a 1080p 3D TV that offers a range of features that makes it an outstanding all-round choice for those looking to enhance their TV experience.The Plasma D6500 series offers a dichotomy in design texture, between cold, black metal and warm, smooth glass. The cabinet consists of a brushed metallic black frame and the translucent mold that encases the frame and uses Samsung's ToC technology to create a luxurious finish. The same pattern is reflected in the silver stand, where a reinforced glass neck is attached to a black matte metal base. With the narrow bezel, Samsung TVs can fit into viewing spaces previously reserved for smaller screen sizes, so for example, a 51-inch TV can fit into a spot previously occupied by a 50-inch screen.With Samsung's built-in 3D processing technology, viewers can easily up-convert 2D content and render it in high-definition 3D for a richer, more immersive entertainment experience. Its powerful system-on-chip not only renders standard 2D content into 3D entertainment in real-time, but also offers video-enhancing tools that produce sharp, color-rich and smooth pictures. The Plasma D6500 series connects seamlessly to Samsung's 3D active glasses, thereby eliminating problems such as interference and strict line-of-sight requirements, so that viewers can enjoy a more stable image and greater flexibility to watch the television from practically any viewing angle.With built-in Wi-Fi, viewers can also stream content to the Plasma D6500 series from other DLNA-certified devices using Samsung AllShare, as well as access to a broad range of apps via Samsung Apps.Samsung Electronics full HD 3D plasma TV, the D8000Photo: CompanySamsung Electronics full HD 3D plasma TV, the D6500Photo: Company

Samsung Electronics is showcasing its new tablet PC, the 7 Series sliding PC, featuring Intel's Atom processor (Oak Trail) and Windows 7, at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2011.The device has a thickness of less than 1-inch and a keyboard appears with a sample slide of the panel. The 7 Series tablet PC is set to launch in the first quarter of 2011 with a price of US$599-799 depending on storage specifications.Since the 7 Series is a product based on x86, the development of the device is handled by Samsung's notebook division.Samsung 7 Series tablet PCPhoto: Yen-Shyang Hwang, Digitimes, January 2011

Corning has announced that Corning Gorilla glass has been designed into Acer's Iconia Tab computer. The Iconia creates a tablet experience combining a 14-inch form factor with a dual-screen layout and intuitive all-point touch functionality.The Iconia's design incorporates ultra-thin, durable Gorilla glass as a cover glass for its dual multi-touch displays, and includes a full range of intuitive and easy-to-use features designed to fully utilize the devices' multi-touch technology.Corning Gorilla glass is an environmentally friendly alkali-aluminosilicate thin-sheet glass. Its damage resistance helps protect today's sophisticated electronic devices from the scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use. Compatible with advanced touch screens, Gorilla glass is tough enough to handle the ongoing physical contact intrinsic to these devices, Corning said.Gorilla glass is currently used by more than 20 major brands, designed into hundreds of product models, and featured on more than 200 million devices.

At the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Samsung Electronics has unveiled new LED TV series that redefine the home entertainment experience and add a touch of refined elegance, simplicity and luxury to any home. The new smart TVs address consumers' growing need for greater choice and control over how and when they access content.Samsung will be augmenting its extensive product lines by previewing at CES more than 40 new models with screen sizes from 19-inch to 65-inch. The new TVs offer dramatically enhanced picture quality in 2D, 3D, HD and streaming content, as well as richer connected entertainment options delivered through one of the most comprehensive offering of apps and connected devices.Samsung's 2011 line-up combines elegant styling with a wide range of higher-end features previously exclusive to premium sets, including 3D capabilities and improved, advanced smart TV features so that people get the most out of their entertainment experience. Select models will offer Samsung's new Smart Hub, which includes:- Search all, which makes it easier to search for desired content on your TV and other DLNA-certified connected media storage devices, networked PC and mobile devices, and Internet and video-on-demand services.- Your video, which delivers recommendations based on a user's viewing history. - Web browser, which offers full web browsing right from your TV.- Samsung apps, the world's first HDTV-based application store, which offers a range of paid and free apps that help people connect to their various passions – whether in sports, entertainment, information, games or social networking.Samsung will also expand the number of 3D TV models available in 2011 so more people can enjoy 3D home entertainment at affordable prices. Consumers will be able to choose from a wide range of TVs to suit any home and lifestyle needs. Several TVs sport new innovative, ultra-thin TV bezels that give consumers a larger viewing screen without increasing the size of the TV. The new bezels are the result of extensive design research, Samsung's proprietary new panel technology and innovative signal processing technology.As the pioneer in 3D home entertainment, Samsung realized that consumers are increasingly choosing larger TV screens to fully experience immersive 3D entertainment, and today also previewed a 75-inch LED TV.The latest TV lineup will be on display at Samsung's booth #12006 in the Central Hall at the International CES, which will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), January 6-9, 2011. The LED D8000 series TV, a CES 2011 Innovations Design and Engineering Award winner, will also be on display in the Grand Lobby at the LVCC."As we enter a new era of immersive and inclusive entertainment, Samsung has redefined the visual elements that will make our TVs the centerpiece of any room," said Sangchul Lee, senior VP, visual display business at Samsung Electronics. "People want to stay connected to the relationships and information that are important to them, and our latest line-up reflects a vision where smarter technology virtually and physically connects users through shared moments in the comfort of their homes."Deep focus on immersive and smart entertainment supported by breakthrough engineering and designAs the No. 1 brand for TVs in the US and globally, Samsung led the industry in 2010 with the launch of the world's first 3D TV and today holds over 70% of the market share in the US. As 3D content becomes more prevalent, the company expects more consumers to opt for 3D features in their TVs. To this end, it aims to reduce the cost of acquiring a 3D entertainment system – 3D TV, Blu-ray player, 3D glasses and content – in 2011 by more than two-thirds and making 3D features available in a wider range of models.Samsung also successfully reduced the bezel size by up to 80% – an engineering feat – so that the thin bezel blends in easily with the environment, almost becoming invisible to the viewer, and becomes even less of a distraction when watching 3D.The reduction in bezel size means consumers can enjoy a larger viewing screen and wider viewing angle without having to increase the physical size of their TVs, and makes using social applications like Skype and YouTube, browsing the Web, sharing content and playing games that much more inclusive.Samsung expects 2011 to be a watershed year for connected TV. Almost all of Samsung's new 40-inch and above 2011 TVs will offer smart TV features, making it even easier for viewers to engage their passions by accessing Web-delivered content on their big digital screens.The ultimate entertainment showpiece with bespoke design features and true-to-life picture qualityThe first thing you notice about the LED D8000 series is its barely visible 0.2-inch brushed metal bezel, a fine line that subtly frames the rich content on the screen and enhances the TV's light form factor. The D8000 series continues the minimalist style of the award-winning C8000 series and uses an improved Quad Stand to ensure ultimate harmony between the TV and its environment.With a 240Hz refresh rate, 2 millisecond motion picture response time (MPRT) and improved LED backlight scanning, this CES Innovation Award honoree offers true-to-life 2D, 3D and HD images with outstanding clarity. In addition to the Ultra Clear Panel, the TV is the first to offer Micro Dimming Plus technologies to provide the richest, most lifelike pictures with deep blacks and pure whites.The D8000 series comes with Samsung's new 3D glasses and Samsung's innovative Touch Control that can also stream TV programs to its built-in 3-inch LCD screen, almost like a second TV, even while a Blu-ray disc is being played on the TV.The D8000 has a built-in Wi-Fi connection and many convenient ways to manage and display content through Samsung's Smart Hub portal. The set can connect to other devices using DLNA or Samsung's patented One Foot Connection technology.Setting up full 3D becomes a breeze with the world's first auto 3D format setup functionThe Samsung LED D7000 series represents a successful balance of high technology with minimalist design aesthetics. The stunningly thin 0.2-inch black bezel is framed by a jewel-like transparent bezel that uses Samsung's award-winning Touch of Color (ToC) dual-injection mold technology to reflect a hint of red along the crystal bezel's edge. The Quad Stand is slimmer than the one introduced in 2010, yet its lower height manages to keep the TV stable and sturdy while maintaining an air of elegance.Watching 3D content has never been easier – with the Auto 3D Format Setup, the TV automatically detects the encoding format (i.e. side-by-side and top-bottom) when playing 3D content and viewers can now sit back and let their smart TV configure the content for the best viewing experience.The LED D7000 also incorporates improved backlight scanning technology and Auto Motion Plus, Samsung's proprietary frame interpolation algorithm, to create sharp 2D and 3D pictures and smooth frame transitions without blurring, even for video moving at top speeds; 3D picture quality is also improved as a result of Samsung's new 3D Peak Algorithm.With Smart Hub, the LED D7000 series is the ideal media center, complementing consumers' ever connected and mobile lifestyles.The ideal value model TV for an immersive 3D experienceFor the consumer looking to embrace 3D entertainment without breaking the bank, the Samsung LED D6400 series TV is the ideal 120Hz 3D LED TV, offering stunningly clear 3D pictures with the world's best panel technology and proprietary image-improving techniques. Samsung's unique double-rate frame transition technology – the world's fastest – also reduces the picture frame transition time by 50% to enhance the viewing quality of 3D content.The LED D6400 also offers Samsung's narrow bezel design to deliver a more immersive 3D viewing experience. The prism-like ToC thin bezel has a hint of red that is barely visible from the front, but intensifies as the viewer moves to the side to minimize distractions while watching 3D, 2D, HD or streaming content.Samsung's 3D Peak Algorithm reduces average power consumption by about 15% while increasing peak brightness by 20%. Its unique Motion Adaptive Dimming algorithm also reduces power consumption up to 20% by controlling LED brightness, according to motion vectors in the picture. In addition, LED 6400 was developed using Samsung's eco-friendly design technologies and seeks to minimize its environmental footprint during its life-cycle.Samsung showcasing design innovations and smarter LED TV at CES 2011 - the LED D8000Photo: CompanySamsung showcasing design innovations and smarter LED TV at CES 2011 - the LED D7000Photo: CompanySamsung showcasing design innovations and smarter LED TV at CES 2011 - the LED D6400Photo: Company

CES 2011, LAS VEGAS, January 6, 2011 - Fuzhou Rockchip Electronics Co, Ltd, a leading developer of fabless semiconductors, today released its new RK29xx generation mobile Internet platform.RK2918 is a high-performance, low-power processor designed for mobile Internet applications. The CPU subsystem is an ARM Cortex-A8 CPU that includes the NEON SIMD engine to improve software media processing capability. With TSMC's advance process, the A8 core can enable up to 1.2GHz.RK2918 is the world's first SOC to support decoding of the full HD (1080p) VP8 video codec entirely in hardware. It also provides fULL HD decoder and encoder processor, hardware accelerated Adobe Flash Player 10.1, ultra powerful 3D/2D GPU, high speed internet surfing experience and more.RK2918 now supports Gingerbread (Android2.3) for mobile Internet devices (MIDs), smartphones and Internet TVs, etc. Highlights of the RK29XX include:- 1.2G ARM Cortex A8 core with Neon and 512KB L2 cache- High performance 2D and 3D processors support OPENGL ES 2.0 and OPEN VG, Support 60M tri/s max- 1080p video decoding for H.264, VP8, RV, WMV, AVS, H.263, MPEG4, etc.- 1080p video encoding for H.264- Support DDRIII, DDRII, mobile DDR memory- 24bit HW ECC for MLC NAND, support e-MMC boot- Three USB ports for device, host, 3G module- Two SD ports for SD card and WiFi- Sensors interface for front and rear camera, up to 5M- Standard TFT/EPD controller for variable panels- MAX 8 channel I2S and SPDIF output for HD movie- TS port for mobile and terrestrial TV, ATSC-T/MH, etc- Ethernet networking interfaces- Support VoIP- Support Android 2.3 and future versionRockchip will highlight MIDs and Internet TVs powered by RK29xx at CES, as well as Rockchip Internet TV solutions, new technique and applications based on the Android OS. Rockchip's booth at CES is 21725//South Hall lower level.About RockchipFuzhou Rockchip Electronics Co, Ltd is a China leading fabless semiconductors and mobile-Internet SOC solution provider founded in 2001. Rockchip focuses on the mobile Internet platform with products targeted at mobile Internet terminals (smartphone/MID/Internet TV/e-book reader) and portable multimedia entertainment terminals (MP3/PMP). Rockchip is headquartered in Fuzhou, China, with offices in Shenzhen, Beijing and Shanghai. Website: www.rock-chips.com

Acer has announced that the new Acer Iconia Tab A500 will be showcased with Verizon Wireless at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2011, taking advantage of the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Mobile Broadband network. Meanwhile, the company has also unveiled several notebooks as well as a desktop.The Iconia Tab A500 is equipped with the latest Android operating system along with the company's Acer UI 4.5 for a new level of interactivity. In addition, the company's Clear.fi media sharing system is also preloaded on the device for playing and sharing multimedia content across home network as well as publishing updates to social media networks.The Iconia Tab A500 is built with Nvidia's Tegra 2 dual-core processor, which supports strong graphics output for optimization of web browsing, 3D gaming and multimedia playback. The device also features the SkyCross antenna and ZTE LTE wireless module for communication.Meanwhile, Acer has also announced its top-end performing notebooks, Aspire AS8950G-9839, featuring Intel Core i7-2630QM processor, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 6850 graphics processor with 2GB of dedicated video memory and 8GB DDR3 memory (support up to 16GB). The machine also features an 18.4-inch display and a Blu-ray drive for a price started at US$1,599.99.As for desktop, Acer is expanding its Acer Aspire Predator series with the new Aspire Predator AG3600, which is equipped with Intel Core i5 2300 processor and Nvidia GeForce GT 420 graphics processor. The AG3600 also features 8GB DDR3 SDRAM and 1.5TB SATA hard drive, and is priced at US$899.For consumers who desire amplified PC performance, Acer offers the new Aspire 5750, 5750G and Aspire 7750G notebooks that feature the second-generation Intel quad-core Core i7 2630QM processor with Turbo Boost 2.0 technology, smart graphics power on demand, cutting-edge communication features and advanced surround sound.The two of the three new Aspire series also offer next-generation graphics options from both Nvidia and ATI. The Aspire 5750G is one of the first to market with the new Nvidia GeForce GT 540M graphics solution, which includes full DirectX 11 support along with Nvidia Optimus technology, a hybrid graphics engine that intelligently optimizes a notebook to switch between UMA or discrete graphics. The Aspire 7750G notebooks are outfitted with power-efficient discrete ATI Mobility Radeon HD 6550 or 6650 graphics, which deliver performance on demand for smooth multitasking and impressive multimedia.The new Aspire 5750, 5750G and 7750G notebooks will be available in the US on January 9 at selected retailers with prices beginning at US$899.99 for the Aspire 5750 and 5750G, and US$1029.99 for the Aspire 7750G.For budget-conscious mobile PC users, Acer also has a new notebook, the Aspire 5253 series, featuring the latest AMD E-350 processor with Vision Technology. The new AMD-based notebook is equipped with a 15.6-inch high-definition CineCrystal display and AMD's Radeon HD 6310 graphics for a price of US$449.99.Acer Iconia Tab A500 tablet PCPhoto: CompanyAcer Aspire AS8950G notebookPhoto: CompanyAcer Aspire Predator AG3600 desktop PCPhoto: CompanyAcer Aspire 5750 notebookPhoto: CompanyAcer Aspire 7750G notebookPhoto: CompanyAcer Aspire 5253 notebookPhoto: Company

Nvidia has announced that it plans to build high-performance ARM-based CPU cores, designed to support future products ranging from personal computers and servers to workstations and supercomputers.Known under the internal codename 'Project Denver,' this initiative features an Nvidia CPU running the ARM instruction set, which will be fully integrated on the same chip as the Nvidia GPU.This new processor stems from a strategic partnership, also announced at the same day in which Nvidia has obtained rights to develop its own high performance CPU cores based on ARM's future processor architecture. In addition, Nvidia licensed ARM's current Cortex-A15 processor for its future-generation Tegra mobile processors.Meanwhile, Nvidia also announced the GeForce 500M series of notebook GPUs, designed to power notebooks featuring next-generation Intel Core CPUs (Sandy Bridge).GeForce 500M GPUs are expected to power some of the industry's performance-level notebooks in 2011. The GPUs feature strong performance in media-rich HD, 3D, Web, and gaming applications, as well as enhanced battery life, courtesy of Nvidia Optimus technology. Nvidia Optimus technology enables extra long battery life by switching on and off the GPU so that it runs only when needed. Nvidia Optimus is now designed into over 80% of 500M series notebooks across the notebook brand vendors.For performance level, Nvidia offers GeForce GT 540M, GeForce GT 550M, and GeForce GT 555M with over four times the performance of integrated graphics and twice the DirectX 11 performance of the competition. For mainstream level, the company gives GeForce GT 520M and GeForce GT 525M offering over twice the performance of integrated graphics.In addition, the new GPUs also features technologies such as Nvidia 3D Vision, DirectX 11, PhysX physics engine, CUDA architecture, Nvidia Verde notebook drivers and Nvidia 3DTV Play software.Acer, Alienware, Asustek Computer, Clevo, Dell, Fujitsu, Lenovo, Medion, Micro-Star International (MSI), Samsung Electronics, Toshiba and others announced GeForce 500M-based systems at CES 2011, and represent a fraction of the over 200 design wins from notebook manufacturers for GeForce 500M GPUs.CES 2011: Nvidia GeForce 540M GPUPhoto: Company

The highly-anticipated 2011 International CES will be staged on January 6 with key spotlights on the ever-growing tablets, smart TVs, and many new generation Android applications. Catering to this trend, AzureWave Technologies, Inc, a global leading module maker in wireless communications, will be launching its leading-edge wireless solutions including 60GHz gigabit networking as well as new 4-in-1 combo module IC products at this year's CES.According to iSuppli (July 2010), global shipments of Internet-enabled TV are anticipated to reach 148 million units, accounting for 54% of the total flat-panel TV market by 2014. Having foreseen this trend, AzureWave has kept building complete series of module products to fulfill the wireless entertainment market sector."AzureWave has successfully developed new generation wireless modules on top of the 60GHz WirelessHD and WiGig technologies," said Ted Lee, CEO of AzureWave Technologies. "Meanwhile, the PC-2-TV and WiGig solution showcase at CES is designed particularly to realize a high performance wireless transmission experience with quality and speed." AzureWave further exploited its extensive software developing capability to enable multimedia streaming and exchange functionality by integrating Android-based smartphones with consumer electronic devices such as DMPs and HDTVs, delivering a brand new vision of connected digital entertainment.In the mobile Internet sector, AzureWave has moved towards miniaturized wireless module IC and mini-sized 3G module in coping with fast growth of smartphones, tablets, as well as the expanding demand for mobile connectivity. AzureWave also provides real-time solution to meet consumers' demand for anytime networking. For instance, the 4-in-1 wireless module IC is equipped with multiple functions including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, FM, and GPS, and is further integrated with low power consumption and complete software support, expanding mobile connectivity to more diversified wireless applications.The wireless entertainment and mobile Internet markets are bound to become the key drivers of growth in the next wave of wireless communication modules. AzureWave has indicated that its long-term accumulation of wireless technology and software development capabilities can optimize wireless solutions for home entertainment as well as mobile devices. And through the integration of different technologies, AzureWave will be capable of creating more diversified and innovative values and provide more abundant innovative applications for improving wireless network technologies.AzureWave will be showcasing its line-up of leading wireless solutions at the 2011 CES at LVCC South Hall 4, Booth #36015.