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

Gigabyte Technology has announced that it will launch cloud-computing server solutions at Computex Taipei 2010. Gigabyte's GS-R21AD server is a cost effective solution that maximizes power efficiency with a co-location design for power supplies and cooling fans. The company's 2U server housing is built for four stand-alone AMD Opteron 6100 (GA-3ATSH/ GA-2ATSH) servers or four AMD Opteron 4100 (GA-3DTSL/ GA-2DTSL) servers, and support the latest AMD Opteron processors, 12 or 6 DDR3 DIMM power outlets, six SATA II serial ports, and x16 PCI Express Gen 2 and Mezzanine slots. Realizing that AC and DC conversion in a server usually consumes excessive electricity, Gigabyte has been working to boost power efficiency and optimize its housing design. To optimize thermal dissipation, the company has reconfigured the internal components and input/output layouts of the device. Overall, Gigabyte's servers can save around 10W while idle and 34.5W during maximum operation loading. In addition to cloud-computing server solutions, Gigabyte will also demonstrate six products for value-conscious businesses. Its GA-6FXSV2 & GA-6FASV1 are based on Intel Xeon 3400 series processors to provide the lowest power-consuming server platform. The GA-7TESM, GA-7TCSV2, GS-R12T102 and GS-R22T81 solutions are dual-socket platforms supporting the entire range of new six-core Intel Xeon processor 5600-series and are consistent with the company's commitment to green computing. These new solutions support low-voltage 1.35V DDR3 memory modules as well as standard 1.5V modules. Gigabyte is located at Hall-1, Booth D002. Gigabyte's server solutions for cloud computingPhoto: Company

Litemax Electronics, a provider of sunlight readable LCD industrial solutions, has stated its theme for Computex Taipei 2010 will be "Green Litemax" as the company sets out to showcase its R&D efforts in energy saving applications. The company will highlight several lines of sunlight readable (1000 nits) LCD devices powered by the award winning "Durapixel LED backlight" at its booth. Another dazzling focus at the booth will be its Spanpixel stretched LCD panels which provide special ratios for various digital signage applications, Litemax has developed its Spanpixel series LED-backlit panels with aspect ratios of 16:3 and 16:6, and sizes from 15 to 39 inches. In addition, Spanpixel panels can incorporate a Litemax Ad control board enabling ads to be deployed in previously unavailable spots such as vending machines, POS, refrigerators, and on taxis, buses, trains, etc. Meanwhile, the company's Navpixel series of display and panel PCs for professional marine applications will see the introduction of a new model, the NPD2115, at the show. With IEC60945 marine type approval, the Navpixel range has become popular in the boat builder market. In addition to 8.4-, 12-, 15-, 17-, and 19-inch models, a new widescreen 21.5-inch, 1000 nits LED backlight model will be showcased in the booth. This new, large, Full HD (1920x1080) resolution display enables a range of vital information such as compass navigator, fuel supply, radar, fish finder, and security camera feed to be view onscreen simultaneously. In light of the great potential in the healthcare market, Litemax will introduce the Medpixel range of bedside infotainment units for patients. With iPhone-like multi-touch support, the Medpixel MPS1812 is a perfect bedside terminal enabling patients to browse the Internet, write emails, watch TV, make phone calls, and check their medical records, etc. The 18.5-inch panel PC features a 1366x768 resolution, 500 nits brightness LCD powered by EverBrite technology, and an Intel Atom CPU. Medpixel is looking for partners around the world with interest in this market. Finally, Litemax will showcase its Litile range of seamless, high brightness panel wall modules in an "L" shape setup with specially designed content to help visitors understand more about the product line. Litemax developed the Litile range to be Sunlight readable, Seamless, Scalable, and Slim making it the only choice for large area displays. Litemax and all of its products can be found at booth D426 to D430 in Hall 1. The theme for Litemax at Computex Taipei is "Green Litemax" as the company showcases its energy saving applications.Photo: Company

Digital signage solution professional Cayin Technology has announced that its digital signage solutions will empower over 60 screens around three main exhibition halls during Computex Taipei 2010 from June 1-5. The company will also be exhibiting its full lineup of digital signage products and software solutions during the show, and will launch two new applications targeting mobile technologies and barcode scanners. The company has prepared solutions for more than 60 screens in three different exhibition halls that will be powered by Cayin's digital signage system to help keep visitors abreast of the most up-to-date information and activities at the Computex show. The company noted that the Nangang Exhibition Hall will feature comprehensive coverage using Cayin's systems. The company has teamed up with other IT leaders including DS SIG, AOpen, Qisda, and Modernsolid as sponsors in order to feature digital signage solutions at seven main entrances to the Computex show. This is the third year in a row Cayin has been a sponsor at Computex. Cayin will also debut two advanced digital signage solutions at its booth during the show, said Ravel Chi, VP of Cayin. Two new applications include a digital signage and mobile solution where visitors can learn how the iPhone, Google Maps and 3G technology can be integrated into a Cayin digital signage system. The other applications are digital signage and barcode scanner solutions. Cayin has created a scenario to present how retailers can utilize a barcode scanner with digital signage to boost sales. Other useful software applications, along with the company's complete lineup of digital signage products, will be showcased during the show. Solutions include the company's digital signage and web server & database, where Cayin xPost is used to outline the possibilities of integrating digital signage systems with web servers and databases for different vertical markets and applications. The company will also showcase digital signage and touch screen, a solution that utilizes Cayin SMP-WEB series players to empower interactive digital signage as an information stand. Web-based and zone-type digital signage players will also be showcased, as well as new networked digital signage players, including SMP-PRO4, SMP-WEB4, and SMP-WEBDUO. Visitors can choose a suitable player based on their requirements, such as Full HD video, streaming video, RSS feed, multiple screens support, etc. The company also is highlighting its management server and software solution, Cayin CMS servers, together with SuperMonitor 3 and SuperReporter 2 to enable administrators to centrally update content, schedule playlist, broadcast streaming video, monitor functioning status, and create billing reports. Cayin's booth is located in Hall 3, G555. Cayin's lineup of digital signage products and software Photo: Company

A pioneer of portable chargers, Tennrich is launching new products during Computex Taipei 2010 and will hold a press conference in meeting room 404, Taipei World Trade Center, Nangang Exhibition Hall, Thursday, June 3. The company will highlight features of new portable chargers products, including solutions for Nintendo gaming devices, pico projectors, and the MacBook notebook. The company is also showcasing its products in the Nangang Exhibition Hall, 1F, Components & Parts Booth, I1118, I1124, I1217, I1223. Portable chargers are now a product line used by Energizer (Energi To Go). The solution is designed to save power by using Energizer batteries in a charger to provide power whenever and wherever you need, such as at an airport or on a train. The concept is to extend battery life and charge consumer electronics (CE) devices without using the original adaptors and cables. The charger supports more than 90% of CE devices, and is constantly being updated. The company's goal is to create a universal battery that can be used by most of the latest CE devices to hit the market. Tennrich is a pioneer in the portable power industry and the company developed its own brand, XPAL Power. The company also started a licensing partnership in June 2008 with Energizer. The company's Energy Business Unit was established in 2004 especially for developing portable chargers and tapping the potential of the CE accessory and peripheral markets. Energizer Energi To GoPhoto: Company Portable chargers can power notebooks, handsets and other mobile devicesPhoto: Company