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Asus has launched the latest in its Eee PC series of netbooks, the 1015B, loaded with thin and light AMD Brazos platform with APU that combines high performance with low power consumption. The latest AMD Brazos C50 processor provides users an unprecedented experience of the all new APU that combines a high performance CPU and discrete GPU giving users the best in multimedia enjoyment. With the ASUS exclusive Super Hybrid Engine technology, power consumption can be saved up to 15%, providing up to 8.5 hours of battery life. Users can enjoy all day computing without worrying about the need to recharge in a few hours.Read More…

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Microsoft has previewed the next major release of Windows Phone, code name “Mango,” for the Gulf region which coincided with a series of media events around the world. “Mango” will deliver more than 500 new features to push the boundaries of the smartphone experience around communications, apps and the Internet. The Mango release will be available for free to Windows Phone 7 customers and is scheduled to ship on new phones beginning this fall; More details on device update timing will be provided closer to availability. Windows Phone will also add support for additional languages, expand access to apps by launching Marketplace in new countries, and partner with new OEMs to enable expansion to new markets.
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ProScan Media Products (PMP), a provider of labelling, coding and marking solutions to the southern African market, has introduced the latest Matthews I-Mark C84e continuous inkjet printer with touchscreen control, which is designed for fast and effortless operation in a multitude of applications. The new I-Mark C84e codes and marks intricate bar codes, expiration dates, logos and a wide range of other products, regardless of shape or texture. It allows for easy set-up and has a single control automatic shutdown.Read More…

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TUL Corporation, a leading manufacturer of AMD graphics cards, announces the world’s first liquid cooling solution for the HD6990 series: The PowerColor Liquid Cooling Solution (LCS) HD6990 4GB GDDR5. PowerColor is working with fabulous cooling manufacturer EKwaterblocks once again to bring the liquid cooling solution to the HD6990, aims to deliver the exceptional thermal performance to increase the headroom of overclocking potential while allowing optimum system stability. The PowerColor LCS HD6990 has a full water block mounted on the card, fully covering the key components which can be dissipated the heat from the copper base design.
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Fujitsu introduced thin clients powered with eco-friendly power over Ethernet (PoE) technology. Despite drawing only a trickle of power over Ethernet networks, the FUTRO S700 and FUTRO S900 are among the most powerful thin clients available today, boasting up to six times enhanced performance over previous models. Fujitsu is taking Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology from its pioneering Zero Client line to introduce the technology to its thin client line. Offering both power and Ethernet via a single cable for increased flexibility and connectivity, PoE technology requires very low power consumption, benefiting both the environment and companies’ bottom lines.
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Motorola XOOM with Wi-Fi finally arrives in the region and comes loaded with latest innovations of the Honeycomb user experience including widgets, true multi-tasking, browsing, notifications and customisation on a 10.1-inch widescreen HD display, enabling video content that’s richer and clearer than ever before. With a dual-core processor and 1 GB of RAM, Motorola XOOM delivers exceptionally fast web-browsing performance. The latest Google Mobile services include Google Maps 5.0 with 3D interaction and a user menu that is fully Arabized for the Middle Eastern consumer.
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Canon today unveiled its new camera IXUS 310 HS – the latest touch screen IXUS that combines superior low-light capabilities, Full HD movie capture and manual photographic controls in a stunning stainless steel body. Designed for users who want superior performance and styling, the IXUS 310 HS provides excellent image quality and a host of advanced features, making it easy to capture crisp stills and stunning 1080p video. Canon HS System and a bright, ultra-wide angle lens with optical Image Stabilizer allow users to capture any scene in fantastic quality.

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Asus launched WAVI, the world’s first wireless HDMI kit to feature innovative two-way wireless USB control designed to stream PC content to the big screen TV. WAVI (Wireless Audio Video Interaction) is offered as a pair of devices that bridges the gap between the home office and living room. Watch movies, play the latest PC games, enjoy social networking or even do online shopping, all on the big screen TV from the comfort of a couch.Read More…

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Epson announced the launch of its latest A3+ photo printer – the Stylus Photo R3000- in the Middle East aimed at the professional and advanced amateur. This printer makes professional-quality output accessible, with its convenient high-capacity inks which are perfect for medium print runs, and fits even the smallest desk space with its compact footprint. In response to photographers and designers’ feedback, Epson has developed the R3000’s new features with convenience in mind.
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Asus today announced the release of Asus GT 520, a graphics card that combines great performance with a low profile that is perfectly suited to be used in an HTPC. With an innovative fanless design, the GT 520 efficiently and silently dissipates heat while still offering outstanding graphics performance. 1GB of DDR3 memory and Microsoft DirectX 11 support means the GT 520 displays the latest in multimedia entertainment with ease. Asus GT 520 is based on the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520 GPU and is equipped with an efficiently designed heatsink that passively cools the GT 520 so absolutely no sound is produced while running.
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Samsung today introduced the Samsung Notebook RC Series in United Arab Emirates. With an HD LED display delivering up to 300 nit brightness, the Samsung Notebook RC Series is the ideal choice for anyone who wants to bring their world to life with brighter, sharper and naturally vibrant color. The Samsung Notebook RC series is packed with a choice of the latest Intel Core i5 Processor, genuine Windows 7 Home and a NVIDIA Optimus graphics card, which dynamically allocates resources where they are needed most. So you can enjoy effortless multi-tasking and great family entertainment in style. Read More…

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Epson has announced the Middle East launch of the AcuLaser M2400D, A4 mono laser printer series. This low-maintenance series of printers offer increased functionality alongside flexibility to suit any office environment while also delivering high-quality documents with a professional print resolution of 1200dpi. Built for small-to-medium workgroups, the AcuLaser M2400D series gets the job done fast with a print speed of 35 pages per minute.Read More…