Xperia™ P, Xperia™ U and Xperia™ sola hit Singapore stores

Latest Xperia™ smartphones enable effortless sharing of content with easy connectivity across multiple screens
Xperia™ P delivers outstanding screen brightness with Sony’s “WhiteMagic™” display technology
Xperia™ U packs powerful Sony entertainment in a stylish and compact design that is easily personalisable
Xperia™ sola allows easy access to apps and quick launch of actions with NFC and Xperia™ SmartTags

18 May 2012, Singapore – Sony Mobile Communications is launching the Xperia™ P, the Xperia™ U and the Xperia™ sola in Singapore today. Xperia™ P and the Xperia™ U from the Xperia™ NXT series combine iconic design and an enhanced User Interface (UI) to offer consumers the best of Sony technology and entertainment. The Xperia™ sola allows easy access to apps and quick launch of actions with NFC and Xperia™ SmartTags. The phones will be available across all Sony stores, Sony centres and Xperia™ concept stores in Singapore starting from today, 18 May 2012.

Xperia™ P Xperia™ U Xperia™ sola

Xperia™ and Box ® free online storage

Xperia™ users get free 50GB storage for life before the end of December 2012. Simply download the Box® app from the Google Play™ store on the Xperia™ smartphone to enjoy the free 50GB storage.

Key features for Xperia™ P

4” Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine
WhiteMagic™ display technology for an ultra-bright and power efficient viewing experience
1 GHz dual-core processor for super fast performance with 16GB flash storage
8MP camera with unique fast capture, HD recording and Sony technology to capture 2D and 3D panoramic images
Easy HDMI and DLNA connectivity to share content on any screen
Crisp and loud listening with xLoud, Clear Bass and 3D surround sound audio technology
NFC (Near Field Communications) enabled to access a growing range of NFC applications and services as well as Xperia™ SmartTags
Available in a choice of silver and black, all with an aluminium unibody
Comes with embedded battery, fast charger, USB cable, standard headset, 2 units Xperia™ SmartTags and HDMI cable

Key features for Xperia™ U

3.5” Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine
1 GHz dual-core processor for super fast performance
5MP camera with unique fast capture, HD recording and Sony technology to capture 2D and 3D panoramic images
Crisp and loud listening with xLoud and 3D surround sound audio technology
Available in a choice of white or black, with additional yellow and white exchangeable caps respectively in the box
Comes with handset, standard battery, standard charger, USB cable, screen protector and SmartHeadset

Key features for Xperia™ sola

NFC enabled and Xperia™ SmartTags in the box to enable quick app loading and easy content sharing
Floating touch navigation for an easy web browsing experience
3.7” Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine gives razor sharp clarity
Powered by a 1GHz Dual Core Processor for super fast browsing
xLOUD and 3D surround sound audio technology for crisp and loud listening
Available in a choice of white or black
Comes with embedded battery, standard charger, USB Cable, standard headset and 4 units of Xperia™ SmartTags

Availability

Xperia™ P, Xperia™ U and Xperia™ sola will be available in Singapore
from 18 May 2012.

Xperia smartphones
Recommended Retail Price
Colours

Xperia™ P
S$688 without contract
silver and black

Xperia™ U
S$488 without contract
black and white

Xperia™ sola
S$588 without contract
black and white

Although Intel Z77 board was released a couple of weeks ago, most were disappointed that Thunderbolt wasn’t integrated into the chipset although this technology has been on the Mac.

PC users wait is over as Intel’s DZ77RE-75K motherboard comes with the Thunderbolt interconnect, allowing faster transfer than before. USB 3.0 has transmission speeds of up to 5 Gbit/s, which is 10 times faster than USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/s) and Thunderbolt is up to 10 Gbit/s.

The board’s Thunderbolt Technology Interface is supported by an Intel® L3310L CIO 10 Gb Controller.

The Thunderbolt controller connects a PC and other devices, transmitting and receiving information for both PCI Express and DisplayPort* protocols. The Thunderbolt controller switches between the two protocols to support communications over a single cable.
Thunderbolt technology is implemented on Intel Desktop Board DZ77RE-75K as a plug and play interface. No software drivers are required. A PCI Express x4 is linked from the Intel Z77 PCH to support the high bandwidth transfer of Thunderbolt.

Below is a picture of the box and motherboard.

Everyone knows that AMD and Intel are competitors. In the past, there were many chipset makers which one can choose from to power the processors. Likewise, for graphics options, NVIDIA SLI and AMD CrossFireX are not more of a defacto standard on Intel based motherboards.

The reality is, where money can be made, technology will be ‘ported’ into such products. Likewise, we see boards supporting both CrossFireX and NVIDIA SLI while AMD boards are basically still supporting their own CrossFire technology.

It is known that we are entering into an era of fast speedy interconnect that has been around since the new Mac Book was introduced last year. As we predict, there may be a chance that such a technology be made available on AMD boards for desktops and notebooks. It is only a matter of time.

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Palit Microsystems Ltd, the leading graphics card manufacturer, today announced the latest addition to its Fermi architecture of GeForce GT 600 series, the Palit GeForce® GT 630, GeForce GT 620 and GeForce GT 610, which are specifically designed to provide the horsepower needed to power today’s digital media PCs and provide the high definition video and audio experiences that desktop customers demand.

The features include Fermi-based GF108 GPU, NVIDIA 3D Vision technologies, and supporting DirectX 11 Done Right. Palit GeForce GT 600 series are the ideal HTPC DX11 Graphics cards for the home theater power users. Palit GeForce GT 600 series are equipped with variety of video outputs such as Dual-link DVI, VGA and HDMI which are suitable for all kinds of home theater display monitor. Moreover, the new FXAA antialiasing and Adaptive VSync technologies to enrich visual quality without compromising gaming performance. Along with the latest NVIDIA 3D Vision technology and Blu-Ray 3D support, you can also enjoy the 3D content movie at home.

LG’S NEW OPTIMUS UI 3.0 ADDS NEW FEATURES
AND FUNCTIONS WHILE BEING UNOBTRUSIVE AND SIMPLE
New User Interface Makes the LG Smartphone Experience
Faster, Simpler, More Convenient

SEOUL, May 16, 2012 – LG Electronics (LG) is introducing a new User Interface (UI) for its newest Android Ice Cream Sandwich devices, aptly named Optimus UI 3.0. Optimus UI 3.0 brings with it an array of enhanced key features, including Quick Memo™ and unique unlock functions, among other new features and functions aimed at improving LG smartphone experience.

“With smartphone hardware becoming more and more similar, it’s important for manufacturers to differentiate their products from the competition through the user interface,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “Both carriers and customers tell us that they want LG phones to look and feel unique and the UI plays a big part in that. LG is really going to push the boundaries of what is possible in user interfaces starting with Optimus UI 3.0.”

Optimus UI 3.0 is designed with convenience and speed in mind. A powerful memo function called Quick Memo™ enables users to jot notes on the screen using a finger. Quick Memo™ in Optimus UI 3.0 allows users to share their thoughts through social networks, text messages and e-mails more conveniently than ever before.

Other new features include:

– the ability to unlock the phone by dragging anywhere on the screen;
– a new Pattern Lock that allows users to preset the most frequently used function, such as the camera, which automatically opens once the phone is unlocked;
– a simpler version of Optimus UI 3.0 for new smartphone users which organizes the main applications so that they are the easiest to access;
– a new Voice Shutter that allows users to capture photos using only voice commands;
– a special camera feature that enables users to pick up the best shot among multiple images including the moment just before the shutter button is depressed;
– an Icon Customizer that provides an additional level of personalization by allowing users to set their own photos as icons and shortcut images;
– the addition of a Download category to the menu for easier organization.

Optimus UI 3.0 will debut on the LG Optimus LTE II launching this week in Korea, followed by LG Optimus 4X HD in June.

MSI, the leading innovator in mainboard and graphics card technology is happy to announce the availability of the new MSI Z77A-GD80 mainboard with Intel Thunderbolt technology.

With MSI’s true integrated Thunderbolt design you don’t have to worry about losing bandwidth or placing additional add-in cards as it is the most simple Thunderbolt solution available. Of course, the renowned Military Class III components are again available to deliver the highest quality and most stable components. OC Genie II boosts your overall CPU, Memory, Disk and Graphics performance and thank to its power saving hardware features such as Active Phase Switching (APS) and DrMOS II, the MSI Z77A-GD80 can combine its CPU performance with best power saving.

Thunderbolt Technology: The Fastest Connection available

MSI equipped the Z77A-GD80 with the groundbreaking Thunderbolt technology. Thunderbolt is the fastest data connection available for your PC, running at 10 Gbps. Thunderbolt technology delivers two communications methods, or protocols, on a single cable: PCI Express for data transfer and DisplayPort for displays. MSI has integrated the Thunderbolt controller on the mainboard, ensuring that Thunderbolt is a hassle-free solution that not requires additional cards, cables and configuration issues because external Thunderbolt controllers steal bandwidth from other devices. Thunderbolt is an easy technology and should not add to your PC complexity!

Fastest Data transfers

Data transfers for backup, sharing, and editing are faster with Thunderbolt technology, significantly reducing times to complete these tasks. Running at 10 Gbps, Thunderbolt technology on the MSI Z77A-GD80 can transfer a full-length HD video in less than 30 seconds and backup 1 year of continuous audio playback in just over 10 minutes.

Cable management without clutter

Thunderbolt technology delivers great responsiveness with data and display transfers – in each direction, at the same time – using a single cable to connect devices. It’s no longer needed to connect multiple devices directly to your PC. Using multiple connection in a daisy chain, the amount of cables directly attached to your PC will be reduced while maintaining maximum throughput.

Military Class III components

The MSI Z77A-GD80 is equiped with Military Class III components. consisten of the new DrMOS II next-generation MOSFET with double thermal protection ensure safety while providing the highest efficiency and power output. Hi-c CAPs have very high efficiency and small form factor, ideal over overclocking or oversized CPU cooling. Super Ferrite Chokes (SFC) are more powerful and more efficient than Chokes employed on other mainboards and the all-solid capacitors are the backbone of any long-lifetime product.

Smoothest system experience with OC Genie II

MSI OC Genie II is world’s easiest overclocking technique and allows a complete performance overhaul with a simple push of a button. My OC Genie is a new feature that allows end-users to customize their OC Genie II experience through MSI’s unique ClickBIOS II interface.

For more info head over to http://www.msi.com

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While everyone is trying to get their hands on the Intel Core i7-3770K, Xeon based on ivy bridge are available for sale in Japan. According to Akiba, there are 11 versions of Xeon processors. It ranges from the cheapest E3-1220 V2 to E3-1290 V2 (3.7GHZ) . The price ranges from 18580 to 79800 Yen.

A number of Xeon processors will also have Intel HD 4000 graphics core built in. e.g. those ending with 5 in the model name e.g. E3-1245 V2. These E3-1200 V2 processors do not support VT-D but supports ECC memory.

The TDP of these processors ranges from 45W-87W with the exception of low power E3-1220LV2 with a TDP of only 17W

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Gigabyte will release 3 new models of motherboard supporting new TB technology

http://forums.ocworkbench.com/forumdisplay.php?f=23

OCWorkbench was at the Gigabyte Plug Fest Z77 held at Kuala Lumpur 2 days ago. We set up a 4 way SLI 680 GTX running on the G1 Sniper 3.

The system configuration includes Gigabyte G1 Sniper 3, Intel Core i7-3770K ES oc 4.5GHz (AIR), Kingston DDR3-2400 2GBx2, SSDNOW V 64GB, Ref 680 GTX x 4.

Below is a video of the setup. More interesting videos and a write up of the event to follow. Stay tuned.

Hot on the heels of announcing that his untethered jailbreak works on iPad 3 running on iOS 5.1, pod2g has posted a demo video of the untethered iPad 3 on his blog.

The video shows the untethered iPad 3 on iOS 5.1 can run Cydia, run iFile – a jailbreak app and reboots without an issue.

iBooks also seems to work without an issue (which currently is an issue with the tethered jailbreak).

pod2g has clarified that since his untethered jailbreak works on iPhone 4 and iPad 3, it should work with other iOS 5.1 devices like iPhone 4S and iPad 2 as well. But it may not work with Apple TV 3.

pod2g plans to stabalize the payload and then use try his untethered jailbreak on iOS 5.1.1 that was released by Apple earlier in the week.

pod2g hasn’t provided an ETA on when the untethered jailbreak will be released. We’ll let you know as soon as we’ve any further updates so stay tuned.

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It is noted that several individuals and shops are selling parallel imported Intel Core i7-3770K processors at a premium price in Singapore. It is not known if these parts of covered for warranty as they are not allocated to this market.

So before you go and purchase the processors, please have a detail check on the source of goods and make sure the seller is able to handle your after sales support.

Kingston Expands Device Support for Wi-Drive
New Update Adds Web Browser Access through Any Wi-Fi Enabled Device

• Portability: Wi-Fi enabled and Flash-based storage makes it the perfect external storage companion on the move
• Casual Sharing: Wireless sharing of documents and media files with three users
• Expanded Storage: Wi-Drive adds up to 64GB of storage

Hsinchu, Taiwan – May 9, 2012－ Kingston, the independent world leader in memory products, today announced an update enabling browser support for Wi-Drive. The update allows multiplatform wireless streaming of data to any Wi-Fi enabled mobile device via a Web browser. The feature will be included in future shipments and all current owners of Wi-Drive can update their own device. This expansion of device support allows a mixture of users’ preferred mobile devices to simultaneously access and share content on the Wi-Drive. With integrated Wi-Fi and four hours of battery life, Kingston Wi-Drive offers great pocket-sized portable storage (up to 64GB) and easy file sharing for any Wi-Fi device including Apple iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Android devices, Kindle Fire and more.

In addition to access via browser, Kingston also offers optimized apps for the Wi-Drive providing additional features for users. Wi-Drive App1 for Android OS devices is now available. Due to the variety of Android-based devices, Wi-Drive offers the most versatile experience for users so they can choose between the Web browser and App to access and share their media.

Minor enhancements and fixes have also been made to the apps for Kindle Fire and Apple devices. Current users of these Wi-Drive apps will automatically receive notice of these updates while all new downloads of the apps will be to the new version. The free Wi-Drive Android App is available on Google Play (https://play.google.com/store). It is also available for Kindle Fire on the Amazon Appstore for Android, and for Apple devices in the App Store.

Details and a download of the Wi-Drive hardware CD update are available at http://www.kingston.com/en/support/technical/products?model=WID
A video of the Wi-Drive can be seen at http://youtu.be/CuXNcFJ1nME
Kingston Wi-Drives are backed by a one-year warranty and free technical support. For more information, please visit www.kingston.com/en/.