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Tablet wave continues to charm its way into many hearts and inspiring a new breed of enterprises. One such example is VMK, an Congo based tech company now has ‘Designed and Engineered In Congo’ at their own R&D centre a sleek looking 7-inch flat panel tablet which would be powered by Android OS, that would come with 1.2GHz processor, 512MB RAM, 4GB memory and Wi-Fi. The new android powered tablet from VMK stable, which will be the first android tablet from the african continent is expected to hit the stands in September 2011.Read More…

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This friday HP rolled out its new tablet called TouchPad in US market after it went on sale in Best Buy, Walmart, Amazon.com, to name a few. HP expects to take TouchPad beyond America in the later part of this year. TouchPad measures 9.45″ wide by 7.48″ high by 0.54″ deep and it weighs approximately 740 grams. It also supports Adobe’s Flash video format and runs the webOS operating system. HP becomes the newest kid of on the block to offer a tablet besides Samsung Galaxy Tab, the BlackBerry PlayBook, the Motorola Xoom and many other tablets running on Google Android OS.Read More…

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Huawei recently unveiled a new 7-inch tablet “MediaPad,” the first tablet in the world to run this version of Android 3.2, which is tailor made for devices that sport smaller designs. Huawei’s MediaPad packs a 217-pixel per inch IPS capacitive touch panel. The tablet is powered by a dual-core 1.2GHz Qualcomm processor and is equipped with 8GB of memory. The memory can be upgraded further via a micro-SD card slot. HSPA+ 14.4Mbps and high-speed WiFi 802.11n for internet connectivity.Read More…

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NVIDIA unveils world’s fastest GPU for notebook, GeForce GTX 580M, which sets new benchmarks in the world of gaming and computing. Currently, available only in the Alienware M18x, and is expected to be available soon in the Alienware M17x notebook along with NVIDIA Optimus technology. “The best game support. The best gaming features. The best gaming performance available anywhere. That’s the essence of the GeForce GTX 580M,” said Rene Haas, General Manager of notebook products at NVIDIA.Read More…

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Logitech today introduced its new Wireless Keyboard K360, a conveniently compact keyboard that is about 20 percent smaller than standard keyboards. Logitech K360 comes with a three-year battery life, and offers plug-and-play setup. It comes with Logitech Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity offering the reliability of a cord with wireless convenience and freedom. “Logitech understands the keyboard limitations of today’s laptops and netbooks, and our newest keyboard gives customers space to stretch out and enjoy the comfort of a familiar design – without sacrificing compactness or ease of use. Read More…

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OCZ recently launched the Deneva 2 SSD line designed specifically to offer wide range of enterprise applications including servers, cloud computing, and data centers. The Deneva 2 series delivers maximum performance while meeting the stringent reliability, security, performance and economical needs of enterprise storage environments. As the demand for increased storage efficiency, maximized data throughput, and a smaller operating footprint broadens across various industries, more and more companies are turning to the benefits of SSDs to significantly optimize their storage infrastructures. Read More…

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Sharp Middle Easthas announced the launch of the world’s first Multi Function Printer (MFP) range with a finger-swipe touch control panel. The line up is the newest of Sharp’s next-generation printing solutions to be offered in the Middle East region. The three models in the range are the full colour MX-2610N, MX-3110N, and the MX-361ON, all of which feature the 10.1″ control panel which users can tap, flick or slide a finger to control many features such as accessing documents, functions and settings. Gautam Chakrabarty, Deputy GM Marketing, Business Solutions Division, Sharp Middle East says, “We are very happy to be able to offer these new products to businesses in the region.Read More…

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Axis Communications, a manufacturer of network vide has introduced the fixed network camera based on Axis’ Lightfinder technology. AXIS Q1602/-E Network Cameras are the perfect solutions for indoor and outdoor surveillance in low-light conditions, especially where users require color information in the video to enhance recognition and identification of objects. “Axis’ unique Lightfinder technology allows fixed network cameras to reach a new level of image performance in difficult light conditions,” says Baraa Al Akkad, Regional Manager, Axis Communications Middle East.
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ZOTAC International, an innovator and global channel manufacturer of graphics cards, motherboards and mini-PCs, has expanded the GeForce Multiview line-up with the addition of the ZOTAC GeForce GTX 550 Ti Multiview. The ZOTAC GeForce GTX 550 Ti Multiview is the latest mainstream graphics card capable of delivering a seamless triple-display computing experience. ZOTAC believes multi-monitor computing is the future of desktop computing. Triple displays are the sweet spot where productivity and the gaming experience drastically improves without overwhelming users with too many monitors. Read More…

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Benq announced the launch of its new BL-Series of Green LED Monitors made of recyclable plastic materials and also uses greener packaging. Built to successfully minimize waste and environmentally harmful pollution, the BenQ BL monitors are coating-free and 100% recyclable – with 65% of the monitor frame made of recycled plastics. It also comes with an extra green packaging for easier recycling. All materials used for packaging are EPS-free – with all PVC or foamed plastics replaced with recyclable paper cushion. Moreover, recycled paper is used for 80% packing to save forests. BL-Series LED Monitors – a cost-effective and eco-friendly monitor for corporate users in the Middle East. Specially optimized for office work stations and built with the latest LED backlight technology, the new monitor cuts down power consumption by 33% a year – saving businesses a fortune on energy costs.
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Western Digital introduced WD Nomad, a durable rugged case designed to protect My Passport portable hard drives from drops as high as seven feet, moisture and spills and other mishaps associated with active, on-the-go lifestyles, such as those of outdoor photographers, adventurers and other road warriors. The WD Nomad rugged case features a polycarbonate exterior and shock-absorbing elastomer cushion inside. It conforms to strict military standards (MIL-STD-810G) for ruggedness. The heavy-duty latch and silicon liner seal out dirt, dust, and moisture.
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Logitech launched its new portable Logitech HD Webcam C615 for easy video calling and HD recording on the go compatible for both PC or a Mac. The webcam’s fold-and-go design, coupled with autofocus capabilities and a 360-degree swivel rotation, expands the possibilities of what you can capture in full HD video anytime, anywhere. Logitech C615 can make video calls in HD 720p on Skype, FaceTime for Mac, Logitech Vid HD and Windows Live Messenger, as well as video calls on Yahoo! Messenger, iChat, AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) and other popular instant messaging applications. It also includes one-click HD video and photo upload to Facebook, as well as HD video upload to YouTube and Twitter, so you can share your video recordings. The webcam comes with a 90 cm USB cable with an extender, and has a tripod-ready designto easily capture video from any vantage point.
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