Toshiba has announced a notebook featuring playback of 3D content in the Blu-ray 3D format, the dynabook TX/98MBL, which will be available at the end of July in the Japan market.The dynabook TX/98MBL features a 15.6-inch wide LCD display with LED backlighting and a 120Hz scan rate. It employs WinDVD BD to play back content in the Blu-ray 3D format and Nvidia 3D Vision software and hardware to deliver a rich 3D experience.The new 3D notebook also adopts Nvidia's latest GeForce GTS 350M graphics card with 1GB video RAM dedicated to graphics processing.A pair of wireless 3D active shutter glasses will be bundled with the dynabook TX/98MBL.For other hardware components, the notebook is equipped with Intel's Core i7-740QM processor and 640GB hard disk drive.Toshiba dynabook TX/98MBL 3D notebookPhoto: Company

The era of WirelessHD is here! AzureWave Technologies, Inc, a global leading wireless solution provider, has debuted full line of 60GHz WirelessHD modules at Computex 2010. The sophisticated WirelessHD solution supports high-definition video/audio signal and data transmission for CE, PC and portable devices at a high-speed data rates of up to 4Gbps.Incorporating the leading WirelessHD chipsets powered by SiBEAM Inc, AzureWave's line-up of WirelessHD products includes embedded WirelessHD module, external transmitter/receiver box for A/V home systems, plus the world's first digital mini card (DMC) designed just for PCs. With the built-in WirelessHD DMC, PC users will be able to enjoy real-time wireless transmission of uncompressed HD movies or video games on full 1080p displays without compromise."Demands for enhanced wireless connectivity and converged multimedia entertainment today have become much stronger in this ever-growing HD era," said Ted Lee, CEO of AzureWave Technologies, Inc. "Catering to consumers who require strong media performance and seamless connectivity, solution providers of A/V systems are able to take full advantage of the cutting-edge 60GHz technology for utilizing a variety of WirelessHD-based module product implementations with high flexibility."The WirelessHD specification defines a wireless digital interface for HD consumer electronics, is currently supported by over 45 global technology industry leaders. The newly-announced next-generation WirelessHD 1.1 specification covers updates such as 3D over WirelessHD definition, 10-28 Gbps unprecedented data rate, as well as 4K resolution support, and support for portable and mobile products. Given that the promising WirelessHD technology will carry support for low power mobile devices such as portable media players, smartphones and etc. for enabling a crystal-clear lossless video and audio streaming, AzureWave has also been developing comprehensive WirelessHD module IC solution for the mobile market."We are pleased to cooperate with leading industry solution provider AzureWave to jointly enable the complete WirelessHD solution onto various CE and PC devices," said John LeMoncheck, president and CEO of SiBEAM. "Through the partnership with AzareWave, we look forward to bringing out this innovative WirelessHD solution which will make the connected HD entertainment experience a reality."

With the demand for and ubiquity of notebook computers and smartphones, wireless transmission capabilities have become standard equipment on mobile devices, and consumers are now accustomed to the convenience of wireless internet access. Popular consumer electronics products like e-book readers and the iPad have greatly increased the adoption of wireless transmission functionality. Wireless communications modules have seen explosive growth in the consumer electronics product markets, building up momentum for future development. According to In-Stat, the Wi-Fi device total available market (TAM) will exceed 3 billion unit shipments by 2013."The adoption of wireless transmission functions has increased dramatically," said Ted Lee, CEO of AzureWave Technologies. "In addition to smartphones, devices like the iPad and other products with an LCD display, will all require wireless transmission capabilities in the future," Lee said.AzureWave's long-term commitment to the miniaturization of wireless module ICs, whether in terms of volume, capacity, or increased convenience, makes it the first choice for wireless module solutions. At the same time, AzureWave offers complete software support for a diversified platform of mobile device products, operating system optimization and driver porting-increasing the speed of module products in all kinds of system applications. Taking the widely accepted, open source platform Android as an example, AzureWave has a series of WiFi, Bluetooth and camera module products that have already been incorporated into the Android platform. At this year's Computex, AzureWave's module products will be on display with real product demonstrations with different types of Android applications, including wireless networking, Bluetooth controls, and image capture so that visitors can experience innovative wireless technology applications.The home audio/video entertainment market has an equally positive outlook. AzureWave's superiority is built on a long-term accumulation of diverse wireless technologies, providing everything from WiFi, Bluetooth, and wireless audio to 60GHz wireless HD in all types of wireless modules. These technologies can be applied to TVs and remote controls, and even to Blu-ray Disc players, home theaters, and acoustic multimedia PCs and gaming PCs. The recent research from In-Stat points out that the shipments of Wi-Fi enabled digital TVs will exceed more than 60 million units by 2014, while the total Wi-Fi enabled CE devices shipment is expected to reach 200 million units.The wireless audio/video entertainment market is bound to become the key driver of growth in the next wave of wireless communication modules. AzureWave has indicated that its long-term accumulation of RF technology and software development capabilities can optimize wireless solutions for home entertainment products. And through the integration of different technologies, AzureWave will be capable of creating all-new wireless audio/video entertainment applications.AzureWave is showcasing its line-up of leading wireless products at Computex 2010 at Hall 1, Booth #D431.

Established in 2002, Feature Integration Technology Inc (Fintek) is headquartered in Hsinchu, Taiwan with experienced engineering teams who bring expertise in the mixed-mode signal, digital and analog area produced state-of-the-art silicon solutions to its customers.Fintek focuses on delivering PC related IC products and internationally fame for engineering excellence and bringing cutting-edge, feature-rich, environmentally sound products to the market. Many of the technologies and product innovations have won related industry awards and obtained patents.Addressing such issues as global warming, environmental protection and power saving, the European Commission (EC) regulates energy related products (ErP), formerly referred to as energy using products (EuP). EC stipulates that products should meet ErP Lot 6.0 standby-mode and off-mode power consumption ��1W at 2010 and ��0.5W at 2013. So Fintek has launched a series of industry-leading super I/O products F71889A/F71869A/F71808A with RC6/QP CIR, PECI 3.0 functions suitable for Intel's new Sugar Bay platform with DSW function and helps the customer system to reach a G3-like stage and then achieve energy-efficient, power-saving solutions that meet ErP power saving requirements. Besides super I/O products, Fintek also provides EC (F76512) along with dual current source environment sensors and RC6/QP CIR which meet ErP requirements for notebooks, netbooks and other systems.Fintek also has professional solutions for the industrial PC (IPC) market. F81865 (six COM super I/O), F81216A (four LPC COM), F75111 (GPIO), and F75393 (dual current source sensor) are all best suited for the IPC market. F81865 and F81216A have auto flow control, operation temperature ranging from -40°C to +85°C, digit-IO and other functions. Most worldwide IPC companies have already adopted those items for a long period.In order to make the design-in process as easy as possible for customers, Fintek offers a variety of supporting tools including related hardware monitor AP, drivers and sample schematics. In addition to these tools, Fintek has field application engineers located in Taiwan and China to answer customers' questions and resolve technical issues. Fintek reviews design, development, and manufacturing from the customers' view and provides the best quality products in competitive price, and that drives Fintek towards its goal of satisfying customer requirements and expectations. Fintek has been working for years to make its products in green process, and reduce the use of hazardous materials to fulfill the environment protection requirements.Fintek is proud to have the great relationship with worldwide CPU vendors, foundry vendors and component distributors to provide customers with excellent technical support and a seamless supply chain. Most critical of all, Fintek has close relationships with first-tier industry customers. Today, Fintek has become a well-managed, highly successful company all because of the timely services, best product reliability and great development flexibility. Fintek has already sold its ICs to worldwide PC brand companies, and its product lineup has enlarged form desktop computers, AIO, IPC, servers to notebooks and netbooks.If you would like to have any requests, please contactmarketing@fintek.com.tw or by phone at 886-3-5600168.Please visit the link for more detailshttp://www.fintek.com.tw/

Established 23 years ago, MSI has become a leader in the global motherboard and graphics cards market, producing both OEM and own-brand products. The company has also accumulated experience in product innovation, design, and R&D in notebooks and now aims to become one of the world's top-10 notebook brands by 2011. Company CEO and president Joseph Hsu stated MSI will not be outdone in terms of product innovation, stylish design, quality, and multimedia performance in the mobile market. MSI apparently aims to back up such claims at Computex Taipei 2010. At its booth (L607 in the TWTC Nangang Exhibition Hall), MSI will be showcasing 30-plus mobile PCs in six major market categories. MSI will be showcasing notebook designed for style (F series), multimedia (G series), slim and light features (Wind U and X-Slim series) and tablets (MSI Slatebook). Hsu indicated that over the past few years MSI has shown its leadership in the notebook market and has been developing its brand. The company was the first in the world to unveil the 10-inch Wind U series in 2008, and the first in 2009 to roll out the light X-Slim equipped with a ULV core, Hu explained. Such innovation has allowed MSI's brand to shine on the global notebook market and MSI is now among the Top-10 brands in some 30 countries and it expects to soon become a top-10 brand worldwide. This year, MSI's innovative energy in terms of product development and design has gone into overdrive, and the company's full lineup at Computex attests to that. Style: F and G series The all-new F series consists of five models, with MSI calling their design unpretentious yet sophisticated, The FX400, FX600, FX700, and FR600 are equipped with Intel Core i5 processors with Intel Turbo Boost and Hyper-Threading technologies, while the FX610 is based on AMD's new Danube Champlian platform based on 45nm technology featuring power consumption of only 25W. Models with discrete graphics in the F series all come equipped with Nvidia GeForce GT 325M graphics and 1GB GDDR3 of display memory. This is coupled with MSI's own GPU Boost technology that can greatly reduce power consumption by automatically switching the graphics modes between discrete and integrated, based on the muscle needed by the application. The notebooks range in size from 14-inches to 17-inches. In addition, MSI is touting the audio quality of the notebooks, as the F series feature audio system designs based on technology from industry experts Dynaudio and THX. MSI GT660Photo: Company MSI F SeriesPhoto: Company Classic: C & P series Representing the company's classic lineup, the minimalist C series features seven models (CX410, CX420, CR420, CX620, CX623, CR630, and CX720), ranging in size from 14-inches to 17-inches. All models run on Intel Core processors and are coated in MSI's own Color Film Print technology and feature a chiclet keyboard. The newest business model, the P600, incorporates a high definition, power saving, LED backlit display, an embedded super thin DVD Super-Multi CD-ROM drive, and the latest Intel Core i5 processor. The device has fingerprint reader for data security, weighs 2.41kg and comes with MSI's exclusive ECO Engine power saving technology which can stretch battery life to as much as eight hours per charge. MSI CX623Photo: Company MSI P600Photo: Company Wind Series MSI has updated its well-known Wind series with ten slender, power-efficient featherweights. MSI is showcasing the 10-inch Wind U160, U140, and U135 as well as the 12.1-inch U250 and U200. The Wind U160, U140, and U135 are built around the Intel Pine Trail platform The U160 boasts over 15 hours of battery power per charge and an eye-catching new case, which recently won Germany's iF Product Design Award for 2010. The netbook is less than one-inch thin and tips the scales at only 1kg. The industrial design features an on/off switch that comes in the form of a round knob at one end of the notebooks hinge The Wind U135 and U140 are designed to meet the needs of on-the-go city dwellers and support WiMAX options. The systems come in a variety of Color Film Print coatings and are equipped with Windows 7. The Wind U250 and U200 are equipped with a comfortably sized 12.1-inch wide-screen 16:9 display and weigh only 1.3kg. The U200 features Intel ULV processor support and delivers more than three times the per-charge battery time of conventional notebooks, according to MSI. The U250 comes with Color Film Print and is built around the AMD Nile platform. It also comes with MSI's own Energy Star-certified power-saving design, offering more over twice the battery life of conventional laptops. MSI Wind U160Photo: Company MSI Wind U135Photo: Company X-Slim series MSI is also showcasing its X-Slim series of notebooks at Computex. MSI marketing director Sam Chern explained that the X-Slim series targets active individuals who want slim, light notebooks, but who do not want to sacrifice on screen size. The X-Slim series includes the 13-inch X340 (which just received the Taiwan Excellence Award), the X350, and X360, the 14-inch X420, and the 16-inch (and recipient of Germany's iF Product Design Award) X620. The entire series of X-Slim notebooks feature a diamond pattern exterior for added texture, the dual-core CPUs, and HD displays The X-Slim X340, X350 and X360 weigh in at only 1.4kg, and feature the Intel Core i5 processor, Turbo Boost and Hyper-Threading technology and are supported by the HM55 chipset for superior multimedia and processing performance. The ultra slim X420 is MSI's newest 14-inch super slim notebook, the X420 features the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430 discrete graphics card with 1GB DDR3 of display memory and Intel's super low-voltage Core 2 Duo processor. MSI's GPU Boost technology gives the X420 superior display and processing performance as well as up to nine hours of battery time. The X420 has an overall thickness of less than one inch and weighs only 1.88kg. The X620 paved the way for the development of MSI's brand new X-Slim series. The 15.6-inch screen comes with an internal DVD Super-Multi CD-ROM player and ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430 discrete graphics (1GB DDR3 VRAM) and runs on an Intel Core 2 Duo super low-voltage CPU. Coupled with MSI's exclusive ECO Engine power saving technology and GPU Boost technology, the X620's battery life has overcome limitations seen by other large-screen discrete models, and delivers up to 11 hours of use on one charge. X-Slim X360Photo: Company X-Slim X620Photo: Company WiMAX and Slates To meet the world's 4G mobile telecommunications needs, MSI said it has pulled no stops in developing and producing WiMAX notebooks. A number of its new 10- to 15.6-inch models support WiMAX. Related systems are already available for purchase in ten countries on four continents, including in the US and Japan. MSI will be displaying all its newest models in the WiMAX area at Computex 2010. MSI exhibited its dual-screen e-book readers and Slatebook tablet PC at CES and CeBIT earlier this year and MSI will be rolling out a new concept product for Computex, its 10-inch Slatebook. The Slatebook features Intel's latest power-saving CPU platform, eight hours of battery power, and multi-touch control for Windows 7. It tips the scales at a mere 800 grams, comes with 3G and Wi-Fi support, as well as USB and HDMI ports. MSI SlatebookPhoto: Company

During the Computex Taipei 2010 show, Winchip will be highlighting its focus and efforts in the memory module market. The company is introducing a whole new lineup of memory products featuring creative designs, including its Dazzling, Vivid and Robust collections. In terms of technology, in addition to the low-voltage and high-capacity focus placed on product design, Winchip has modified its product line to achieve overclocking performance and standard JEDEC specifications. Dazzling Collection During the Computex show, Winchip will showcase its Dazzling line of DRAM modules, which it calls a must-see collection. The series was developed with the concept of "Share & Smile." Hologram (3D+2D) heat spreaders are applied to help deliver consumer enjoyment beyond merely functional benefits. The initial designs for the series feature Four Seasons and Chinese Opera Mask themes. Winchip believes that end users will be attracted to the products for both the level of performance and amazing designs. Vivid Collection The company foresees that DDR3 1600MHz will be the next mainstream frequency and classifies the speed as an individual category. The Vivid line features devices applied with an orange color and green logo. Various capacities and channel options are available with the Vivid collection. Robust Collection While a strength of Winchip is its granule screening ability, the company has also extended its development into overclocking features. At the Computex show, the Robust collection will be introduced with speeds up to DDR3 2133MHz. The collection is ideal for high performance Intel and AMD chipset PC configurations. Moreover, the heat-pipe designed heat spreader provides enhanced thermal solutions for overclockers to pursue performance with stability. Winchip is exhibiting its products at Booth I-501, Nangang Exhibition Hall, ground floor. Winchip Dazzling Collection "Four Season"Photo: Company Winchip Dazzling Collection "Chinese Opera Mask"Photo: Company Winchip Vivid CollectionPhoto: Company Robust Collection for overclockersPhoto: Company

PNY Technologies, a leader in storage and multimedia products, is showcasing its latest USB drive model at Computex Taipei 2010, the cute and attractive PNY Magic Bean, which is currently available on the market. The company explained that the product's design comes from the Jack and the Beanstalk fairy tale. The stylish bean shaped USB drive can be used for consumers looking to store images and media files, and the device can be carried using its cute leaf strap. The Magic Bean is targeted to young users and creative consumers, and thus comes in an assortment of bright and vivid colors. The company has also developed a clever marketing strategy of coupling the different storage capacities with various colors and what the PNY call different magical blessings. Yellow represents Luck and has a 2GB capacity; green represents Wisdom and has 4GB of storage; blue comes in 8GB and represents Wealth, and so on, with Beauty and Love representing 16GB and 32GB capacities. The glossy and warm look of the Magic Bean USB drive makes it an eye-catching fashion accessory when strapped to cell phones, bag or key chain and makes for a great gift idea the company stated. PNY will be featuring the Magic Bean drive, as well as other products at the Computex Taipei 2010 show, Nangang Exhibition Center, I1318~I1417. PNY Magic Bean USB drivesPhoto: Company

At Computex Taipei 2010, memory module makers Transcend Information and Power Quotient International (PQI) are both showcasing their latest USB 3.0 personal storage devices.Transcend said its StoreJet 25D3 2.5-inch portable hard drive has passed the USB-IF Test Procedure for SuperSpeed products. The StoreJet 25D3 delivers data transfer rates of up to 90MB/s - at least 2.5X faster than USB 2.0 models, when used with a USB 3.0 expansion card or a USB 3.0-compatible motherboard, according to the company. The device is available in capacities of 500GB and 640GB.Transcend is also highlighting its new 2.5-inch SATA SSD, which supports up to 512GB capacity. The device uses an advanced controller chip that enables a maximum sequential read speed of 240MB/s and 200MB/s write, outperforming its predecessors by 60% and 120%, respectively.Meanwhile, PQI is presenting a series of USB 3.0 personal storage devices - HDD H566, SSD S533-E, UFD U368, and UFD U339V - that are designed to meet various market demands. The UFD U339V weighs less than 13g, making it the lightest USB 3.0 flash drive on the market, PQI said.In addition to SuperSpeed USB products, PQI has unveiled a 64GB SDXC card compliant with the SD 3.0 specifications. PQI claimed the speed of its SDXC card supports a Class 4 data transmission speed.Transcend StoreJet 25D3Photo: CompanyPQI USB 3.0 storage devicesPhoto: Company

Fortrend, a leading manufacturer of projected capacitive touch panels, is presenting its latest solutions to assist partners develop products with even higher value during Computex Taipei 2010. Fortrend will be highlighting its hard coating solution for making panels stronger, as well as other solutions that target outdoor use or industrial environments. The company pointed out that even if users are careful about taking care of their CE products, accidents occur and devices are dropped and break. It is a common occurrence, as is the fact that it is easy for displays on electronic devices to get dirty. Therefore, Fortrend has introduced a variety of treatments, including a treatment for hard coating that improves a touch panel's strength to 9H compared with 7H for regular touch panel glass. The stronger the glass is the higher protection, Fortrend stated. To make displays easier to use for reading, Fortrend also offers a solution that is treated for anti-glare and anti-reflection, allowing system providers to offer products that are more enjoyable to read and can be used in more environments, such as outdoors in bright sunshine. As for customers in the IPC industry, Fortrend stated it offers anti-fog treatments for maintaining a clear screen in environments where temperatures fluctuate. Its anti-stain treatment also keeps products from smudging and getting dirty, which is important for solutions used in hospitals and other medical institutions, Fortrend pointed out. Fortrend added that it can tailor its solutions to meet any customer needs. The company is located in Hall 1, booth C430 & C432. The bottom 4.3-inch touch panel has been treated with an anti-glare feature. It is easy to see the advantage when comparing it to the untreated touch panel above.Photo: Company

During Computex Taipei 2010, leading pen touch solutions provider Waltop International will be showcasing its full product lineup, ranging from USB/wireless tablets to specialized components such as an ultra-thin resistive PCB modules for e-book/e-reader solutions, and a transparent capacitive touch-screen panel and ASIC for LCD monitors and tablet PCs. The company pointed out that for educators, Waltop products are the ideal choice to meet the growing demand for interactive learning environments. Waltop's Interactive Whiteboard and Tablet Monitor can be used individually or in combination to give improved interaction and enhanced e-learning efficiency. Waltop can also help business users bring a new dimension to their presentations. Using the company's Wireless Tablet and other presentation devices, interaction with an audience and the exchange of ideas can be made better and clearer. For business travelers, the company has also developed a light-weight bendable tablet that can be carried effortlessly. Another major product line for Waltop is its graphic tablets, the Sirius Tablet and Venus Tablet, which allow graphic designers a more comfortable working experience and better productivity. The company's graphic tablets use battery-free technology, and feature high-resolution output, excellent pressure sensitivity and customizable express keys, as well as being reversible for easy use by both left- and right-handed users. Over the past few years, the e-book industry has shown significant growth, and many e-reader manufacturers are looking for ways to increase the functionality of their products, with handwriting recognition, wireless connection, color displays, etc. Although it has posed some technical challenges, Waltop believes its Natural-Input Technology is the best solution on the market to help solution providers differentiate their products. For tablet users, Digital Pen has replaced the mouse and provided users with a natural and intuitive input method. Waltop noted that its product lines incorporate a variety of special functions designed to meet the specific needs of people working in business, graphic design and education, and its Pen Touch modules are used by e-book reader makers and tablet PC makers across the industry. Visitors can find out more about Waltop products by visiting booth numbers D618, D620, D717, D719 on the first floor of TWTC Hall 1 under the Peripherals & Accessories section and also booth C436 at Computrend in the Touch Pavilion. Waltop products target a wide audience including educators, business users and graphic designersPhoto: Company