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

At Computex Taipei 2010, projector specialist Aiptek is introducing its new PocketCinemaZ20 globally. The Pocket CinemaZ20 combines a mobile projector and HD camcorder, providing easy-to-use solutions for business presentations or personal entertainment. The company is also unveiling its ground-breaking Aiptek 3D i2 worldwide. The company claims the Aiptek 3D i2 is the world's first pocket-size 3D HD-DV to integrate 2D and 3D camcorder technologies. The PocketCinema Z20 is a pocket-sized multimedia projector with built-in camcorder that provides remarkable high definition video recording at a resolution of 720p. In addition, it allows users to capture still images at a resolution of 8-megapixels. The new RGB LED technology offers a wide range of colors in high contrast and also can throw clear images of up to 65 inches within a short distance range of two meters. Pictures, videos and documents can be easily stored on the built-in 2GB drive and memory capacity can be expanded by using a MicroSD card up to 32GB. The PocketCinemaZ20 is extremely portable, with dimensions of 125x62x24mm and weighs only 250 grams including battery. The ergonomic design features touch buttons with LEDs underneath and the battery lasts 120 minutes when fully charged. The ultra mobile AC power adapter design enables easy recharge of the Li-lon battery. The 3-in-1 AV jack enables quick connection and supports most media players, video equipment and notebooks. Apple iPod/iPhone and HDMI devices can also be easily connected through optional accessories. Everyone can make their own 3D movies The Aiptek 3D is a 3D HD-DV that is different from any camcorder on the market. The device is equipped with two lenses for filming both high quality 2D and 3D images. The camcorder provides 5-megapixels CMOS image sensors with selectable high definition 2D and stereoscopic 3D video recording at a resolution of HD 720p. In addition, it gives you a quick and easy access to capturing still images at a resolution of 5-megapixels. The 2.4-inch 3D panel makes it a joy to view 3D live without the need for eyewear and also features an easy playback function that is switchable from 2D to 3D. The new 3D camcorder comes at an affordable street price starting at US$199. Those without a 3D TV can utilize the built-in software to upload stereoscopic 3D videos to YouTube 3D simply by pressing a single button. Users can enjoy 3D red/cyan effects on their PCs with glasses included with the device. The memory capacity can also be expanded with a SD/SDHC card up to 32GB. The AIPTEK 3D i2 is ultra-compact, with dimensions of 118x72x23(mm) and it weighs only 250 grams including battery. The built-in USB plug enables easy recharging and connecting to a PC for data sharing. The battery lasts 120 minutes when fully charged. The company's new 3D product lineup, including the 3D HD-DV, a 3D photo frame and 3D PC Camera, will be shown in the 3D Special Zone at Computex Taipei 2010, at Booth B1030 in Hall 1. Aiptek's full product lineup will be at its booth (Hall 1, B1030). Aiptek 3D i2 is world's first pocket-size 3D HD-DV to integrate 2D and 3D camcorderPhoto: Company Pocket CinemaZ20 combines a mobile projector and HD camcorderPhoto: Company