Channelnewsasia reports that Singapore telcos SingTel and StarHub will be launching the iPhone 4 on come July 30.

According to a customer service officer from SingTel, the telco plans to start selling the device at midnight.

As for the iPad which will be available in Singapore from July 23, SingTel will not be selling the device but will offer data plans to go with the Wi-Fi + 3G models.

We contacted another operator M1, they said that they have no confirmation about the iPhone 4 launch yet.

iPad Data Plans

Last week, we posted about the new ASRock P55 board supporting front USB 3.0. Today, we have news that ASRock will release 2 AMD equivalent board. This new board is the ASRock 890FX Deluxe4. It has 2 x Front USB 3.0 ports, 2 x Rear USB 3.0 ports, 8 x SATA3 connectors, 2 x IEEE1394 ports for exapansion. The rest of the specifications are quite similar to the 890FX Deluxe3. The other board is ASRock 890GX Deluxe4 which uses the integrated graphics chipset. It supports 5 SATA3 ports instead. The USB 3.0 is supported by NEC USB 3.0 chip while the extra SATA3 ports are supported by the Marvell chipset (on 890FX)

- World’s First AMD 890FX Motherboard
Supporting Front USB3.0
- ASRock DuraCap (2.5 longer life time),
100% Japan-made high-quality Conductive
Polymer Capacitors
- Phenom II X6 6-Core CPU Ready
- Supports ASRock Turbo UCC
- Supports ASRock UCC – Unlock CPU Core
- Supports Dual Channel DDR3 1866(OC)
- Supports ATITM Quad CrossFireXTM,
3-Way CrossFireXTM and CrossFireXTM
- 2 x Front USB 3.0 ports, 2 x Rear USB 3.0 ports,
8 x SATA3 connectors, 2 x IEEE1394 ports
- Dr. Debug, Smart Swith Design: Power/Reset/
Clear CMOS Switch with LED
- Supports ASRock Instant Boot, Instant Flash,
OC Tuner, IES, OC DNA, Good Night LED,
Multi-Speed Fan Control, AIWI, APP Charger
- 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection
(Realtek ALC892 Audio Codec),
THX TruStudio PROTM and Premium Blu-ray
audio support
- Free Software : CyberLink DVD Suite – OEM and
Trial
- ErP/EuP Ready

The 4th Generation Eee PC™—Mobile Cloud Computing at its very Best
Three Cutting-edge Models to Suit Every Lifestyle

[Singapore, 21 July 2010] ASUS today announces the launch of the new 4th generation Eee PC™. These latest iterations of the iconic netbook deliver the best cloud computing experience in an array of bold designs to suit the tech-savvy lifestyles of the social elite, professionals, and just about everyone else.

With features like 500GB of ASUS WebStorage, ASUS GamePark, ASUS@Vibe, LocaleMe and Boingo, these ultra-thin and lightweight netbooks have everything to support a cloud computing lifestyle.

Other features include USB 3.0 ports for faster data transfers and USB-charging capabilities, Bluetooth 3.0, as well as a camera covers for additional privacy.

Eee PC 1018—the Premium Netbook
At less than 1-inch thick, the Eee PC 1018 Series features a lightweight (1.1kg) aluminum chassis that gives a premium and sophisticated touch to suit the stylish and jet set.

Its tactile, patterned finish is available in Brushed Black and Etch White, and houses a chiclet keyboard and a large Multi-touch trackpad.

Eee PC 1015—the Seashell Revisited
The Eee PC 1015 Series features the power-saving ASUS-exclusive Super Hybrid Engine technology which gives it a 13.5-hour battery life*, making it ideal for travelers.

The 1015 Series’ streamlined shape is complemented by ergonomic features like a 10.1-inch LED-backlit display, chiclet keyboard, and touchpad with Palm-Proof technology. Available in an array of colors, it comes with matte, textured, or glossy finishes.

Eee PC 1016—the Business Netbook
With its brushed aluminum chassis finished in Casual Black or Modern Silver, the Eee PC 1016 Series’ understated elegance makes it ideal for the business world.

The 1016 Series caters to the business professional’s needs, with a single hotkey that immediately sets it up to presentation mode. With the Syncables Desktop, the 1016 Series easily syncs up emails and calendars with other PCs and mobile devices to keep the user’s information up-to-date.
* May vary by model.

• FREE data bundle up to UNLIMITED usage
• NO contract
• Supports MAXIMUM speed
• BILL-CAPPED data usage at $51.36 ONLY

So go on, give your iPad the best plan it deserves — from M1.

* Promotion is valid till further notice. ^Inclusive of subscription but excludes overseas data charges.

# Valid for 30 days or upon completion of the data bundle.

M1 announces data plans for iPad with Wi-Fi + 3G in Singapore

SINGAPORE , 21 July 2010 – M1 today announced it will offer dedicated data plans for iPad with Wi-Fi + 3G from 23 July 2010. The data plans will be available without a contract and come with generous free data bundles and speeds of up to 7.2Mbps (downlink) and 2Mbps (uplink).

“Our dedicated 3G price plans for iPad with WiFi + 3G offer customers great value, flexibility and convenience on the most advanced network in Singapore, said P.Subramaniam, Chief Marketing Officer of M1. “And with no contract required and charges that are capped, we are helping our customers to have the best possible experience on iPad.”

iPad allows users to connect with their apps and content in a more intimate, intuitive and fun way than ever before. Users can browse the web, read and send e-mail, enjoy and share photos, watch HD videos, listen to music, play games, read e-books and much more, all using iPad’s revolutionary Multi-Touch user interface. iPad with Wi-Fi + 3G models are just 0.5 inches thick and weigh just 1.6 pounds – thinner and lighter than any laptop or netbook – and deliver up to 10 hours of battery life for surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching videos or listening to music, and up to nine hours of surfing the web using a 3G data network.*

3G Prepaid Data Plan (GST inclusive)

Prepaid Data Card      
Card Value      $20.00
Free Data Bundle        1 GB   
Days    30 days

For further information on iPad data plans including M1’s postpaid data plans, please visit www.m1.com.sg/iPad

For more information about iPad please visit www.apple.com/ipad

*Battery life depends on device settings, usage and other factors. Actual results vary.

M1, Singapore’s most exciting and innovative integrated communications service provider, was launched in April 1997. It provides a full range of voice and data as well as fixed and mobile broadband services. M1 aims to be the leader in the communications business, focusing on value, quality and customer service. More information on M1 is available at www.m1.com.sg

ASUS ENGTX460 TOP Graphics Card Review
Bluetooth 20 Jul 2010  

ASUS ENGTX460 graphics cards enter service as the newest addition to NVIDIA’s GeForce 400 Series. ASUS is proud to deliver technology that goes further than base reference requirements with exclusives such as DirectCU thermal design, Voltage Tweak overvolting and endurance features GPU Guard, EMI Shield and Fuse Protection.  

The graphics card based on the Fermi architecture uses the GF104 GPU and is clocked at 700MHz for GPU CLK. The Shader clock is at 1400MHz and memory at 3680MHz.  

On top of cool overclocking capabilities, ASUS ENGTX460 graphics cards are optimized for native performance in Windows 7, delivering mind-blowing graphics to showcase DirectX11 done right, plus full 3D Vision Surround, PhysX and CUDA support.
Cooling Better with Copper — DirectCU  

Exclusively on the ASUS-designed ENGTX460 DirectCU cards, users make the most of DirectCU copper cooling. This technique places hefty copper heatpipes, custom flattened and brought into direct contact with the GPU core for improved heat transference. This adds to the already installed heatsink and fan assembly to provide 20 percent* better cooling than reference, and means ASUS ENGTX460 DirectCU cards can deliver more performance and have a higher tolerance for overclocking. They also outlast the basic reference design thanks to exclusive added feature GPU Guard, which combines with the excellent cooling of ASUS ENGTX460 cards to double printed circuit board reinforcement against cracking, delivering spectacular reliability and longevity.  

Driving Performance to the Max – Voltage Tweak  

Thanks to their better cooling, ENGTX460 cards enable extreme overclocking. This offers opportunities for enthusiasts and anyone intent on more hardcore applications to tap their full, powerful potential. ASUS ENGTX460 cards arrive bundled with overclocking and over volting utility Voltage Tweak, allowing adjustment of voltages to the GPU, video memory and board circuitry. This can boost the core and memory clocks significantly for up to 50 percent* faster overall performance compared to reference.
Pushing Boundaries Further with TOP selected GPUs  

ASUS ENGTX460 DirectCU TOP/2DI/1GD5 and ENGTX460 DirectCU TOP/2DI/768MD5 graphics cards carry over the celebrated ASUS TOP approach to graphics cards with select GPUs overclocked for triumphant gaming and benchmarking. Specially singled out from the rest, TOP cards have unbeatable overclocking potential for unparalleled performance.
Built for Superlative Gaming Thrills  

Dedicated gamers need look no further than the extreme prowess of the new ASUS ENGTX460’s graphics engine. These cards open up new horizons of excitement with native DirectX11 executed flawlessly in 2560 x 1600 and beyond. Finally, true high definition gaming comes to life in vivid detail, with the added advantage of 3D Vision Surround three dimensional immersion.  

The all-new ASUS ENGTX460 DirectCU TOP/2DI/1GD5, ENGTX460 DirectCU/2DI/1GD5, ENGTX460 DirectCU TOP/2DI/768MD5 and ENGTX460/2DI/768MD5 deliver a full spectrum of features, better performance and true Windows 7 optimization. They are the latest in an exciting line of 400 series graphics cards, extending their reach to new audiences.  

New Logitech Headsets Deliver Crystal Clear Audio

Logitech USB Headset H530, Logitech Laptop Headset H555 Feature Support for Super Wideband Audio

SINGAPORE— July 20, 2010 — Bringing crystal-clear audio for your Internet and video calls, music and movies, Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) today announced two new headsets. Featuring support for super wideband audio, the Logitech® USB Headset H530 and the Logitech® Laptop Headset H555 sound so clear it’s almost like you’re in the same room as the people you call. The lightweight Laptop Headset H555 folds flat and easily fits into the included case. The USB Headset H530 offers laser-tuned drivers for exceptional audio quality. Both headsets are compatible with Logitech Vid™ HD, Skype™ 4.0 for Windows® or later, and Skype 2.8 for Mac® or later.

“We’ve learned from customers that better quality audio is one the most important factors in selecting which headset is right for them,” said Prasenjit Sarkar, Director of South Asia. “By supporting super wideband audio, the new Logitech headsets H555 and H530 help make your Internet and video calls sound crystal clear.”
Super wideband audio — developed by Skype® — helps make your voice more natural by transmitting sound on a large frequency range. Plus, super wideband audio uses less bandwidth and can even adjust in real time when there is more traffic on the network.

Logitech USB Headset H530
The Logitech USB Headset H530 makes it easy for you to hear the details. Laser-tuned drivers and a pure digital USB connection provide clear audio for voice and video calls, as well as music, movies, and games.
On-ear audio controls allow you to optimize your audio, whether you’re talking, listening to music or playing games. A padded foam headband and cushioned ear cups give you a comfortable fit.

Logitech Laptop Headset H555
The Logitech Laptop Headset H555 delivers pure digital sound, on the go. The behind-the-head design with adjustable ear pieces keeps you comfortable with a lightweight, personalized fit.
A USB connection means you’ll enjoy pure digital audio in stereo — perfect for Internet calls, music, movies and games.
Both new Logitech headsets offer a noise-cancelling microphone, which reduces annoying background noise and rotates out of the way when you’re not using it.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech Laptop Headset H555 is expected to be available in July for S$85. The Logitech USB Headset H530 is expected to be available in July for S$79.

iPad Available in Nine More Countries This Friday

CUPERTINO, California—July 19, 2010—Apple today announced that iPad will be available in Austria, Belgium, Hong Kong, Ireland, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand and Singapore this Friday, July 23. iPad allows users to connect with their apps and content in a more intimate, intuitive and fun way than ever before. Users can browse the web, read and send email, enjoy and share photos, watch HD videos, listen to music, play games, read ebooks and much more, all using iPad’s revolutionary Multi-Touch™ user interface. iPad is 0.5 inches thin and weighs just 1.5 pounds—thinner and lighter than any laptop or netbook—and delivers up to 10 hours of battery life.*

Beginning this Friday, customers can purchase all models of iPad through select Apple Authorized Resellers.

Pricing & Availability
All iPad models will be available from July 23 in Austria, Belgium, Hong Kong, Ireland, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand and Singapore for a suggested retail price of S$728 for the 16GB model, S$ 878 for the 32GB model, S$ 1028 for the 64GB model, S$ 928 for the 16GB Wi-Fi + 3G model, S$ 1078 for the 32GB Wi-Fi + 3G model and S$ 1228 for the 64GB Wi-Fi + 3G model. iPad will be sold through select Apple Authorized Resellers (www.apple.com/sg/ipad/buy/ <http://www.apple.com/sg/ipad/buy/> ). iPad will roll out to many more countries later this year and Apple will announce availability and local pricing for these additional countries at a later date.

*Battery life depends on device settings, usage and other factors. Actual results vary.

Although still in limited quantities, the ASUS ENGTX460 is a custom made GeForce GTX460 graphics card with voltage tweak of up to 1.087v.

ASUS proudly presents ENGTX460 DirectCU graphics cards, the latest addition to the new NVIDIA GeForce 400 Series. It’s all about super direct cooling meeting the hyper power of these cards, exclusively produced with DirectCU thermal design for 20% cooler operation and Voltage Tweak to drive performance 50% higher than reference. Better yet, the ASUS ENGTX460 DirectCU TOP/2DI/1GD5 and ENGTX460 DirectCU TOP/2DI/768MD5 ship with specially-selected, overclocked GPUs like all performance-minded TOP cards, with speeds of 700MHz to ensure gaming superiority.

ENGTX460 graphics cards deliver relentless gaming action at a better than ever value, with the latest generation of graphics tailored to get DirectX11 done right and optimized for Windows 7. Games roar to life with pristine high definition, while CUDA parallel processing taps the power of Fermi for improved overall computing. This is a powerhouse to blaze new light on your entertainment and productivity.

Below is a video preview of the package. Watch the review soon at http://en.ocworkbench.com

The well acclaimed ASUS O! play HD device which allows you to watch world’s TV channels and listen to radio stations across the globe is hit with a giltch. We discovered that while we tried to access the channels list with the box hooked onto Singapore’s M1 Fixed Line broadband. The channels list just wouldn’t appear.

The same box was tested on another telco and it seems to work. The problem has been reported in forums but there is no immediate fix. M1 responded to our query and they do not block any ports. ASUS on the other hand is working on a beta firmware to try out next week.

Stay tuned for more updates.

Mozilla today announced that its Firefox Home iPhone application has been accepted to the App Store, and is available for downloading.

The program is not a full-fledged version of Firefox, but instead is a spin-off of the bookmark and tab synchronization technology it currently offers as an add-on to the desktop browser.

Mozilla submitted Firefox Home to the App Store on June 30.

The wait was longer than for most proposed apps, according to recent comments by Apple CEO Steve Jobs. In remarks last month at the company’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference, Jobs claimed that 95% of the submissions it receives are approved, most of them in less than a week.

Firefox Home gives users access to their browser bookmarks and history, as well as to the open tabs from their most recent Firefox sessions. The iPhone application also includes technology from Firefox’s “Awesome Bar” — Mozilla’s name for the revamped address bar in Firefox 3.0 and later — that lets users search for previously-visited pages using keywords or characters in either the URL or the page title.

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According to a M1 financial report, it is stated that the commercial launch of the new fibre network is now
expected to be in Sep/Oct 2010. What that means is that new broadband plans will begin to roll out in 2-3 months time. So, if are you not on contract and want to be the first to experience the speed, it might be worthwhile to wait before signing up Fixed line Broadband services at this moment of time.

Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) has refuted a recently resurfaced rumor, which indicated that Lenovo is considering acquiring ECS, according to a company filing with the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TSE). Lenovo reportedly plans to acquire ECS by purchasing the company’s stocks with a price slightly lower than the current book value of NT$18.77 (US$0.58), according to a Chinese-language Economical Daily News (EDN) report. Lenovo, in 2009, repElitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) has refuted a recently resurfaced rumor, which indicated that Lenovo is considering acquiring ECS, according to a company filing with the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TSE). Lenovo reportedly plans to acquire ECS by purchasing the company’s stocks with a price slightly lower than the current book value of NT$18.77 (US$0.58), according to a Chinese-language Economical Daily News (EDN) report. Lenovo, in 2009, reportedly tried to acquire ECS with a price of NT$15.60 per share, the paper added. ortedly tried to acquire ECS with a price of NT$15.60 per share, the paper added.

Join “Show Girl Hunter!” Facebook Campaign and Win iPad
 
Taipei, Taiwan, July 14, 2010- With innovative products that span multiple target markets, Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS), the world’s leading motherboard, graphics card, barebone system, and notebook manufacturer, holds ECS Facebook campaign “Show Girl Hunter!” and votes the popular show girl photos. Posting show girl photos you took can have the chance to win the biggest prize “iPad”. Lucky fans also have chance to get Gash icons that can be changed to Playfish icons for the games on Facebook. Besides, being fans of ECS Official Page can not only get the first-hand product information, but also receive the benefits, new product releasing, campaign sharing and etc. for ECS fans only. And, you can get the cutting-edge trends and the latest technologies applications.
 
Being a ECS fan and uploading show girl photos, and take iPad home
Being ECS fans on Facebook, and uploading the show girl photos you took from July 14 to August 31. You will have double chances to win the prizes. One person (one account) doesn’t be limited the numbers of uploading photos. The most popular photos can win “Best Popularity Award” and take away the biggest prize Apple iPad home.
Joining ECS Official Page right now!
 
Saying “LIKE” also can get prizes!
Clicking “LIKE” on photos you like, and you will have chance to win Gash icons (Playfish icons). The more “LIKE” you click, the more chance you win the prizes.
 

Show Girl Hunter!
Period: July 14, 2010 ~ August 31, 2010
Awarded announcement:?September 10, 2010
Details: Please visit ECS Official Page on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/ecsglobal
 
Notice:
1. Participants need to make sure to have ownership of photos, cannot infringe upon copyrights and private. Winner’s qualification will be dropped without notice if late, illegible or invalid details are made.
2. Winners agree ECS to publish their names for publicity purpose. ECS will have authority to save, use or edit the photos for using in any media.
3. If needs, ECS reserves to modify the gaming rule that will release on ECS facebook page and doesn’t notify one by one. Other terms and condition not mentioned above depend on ECS.

ASUS Republic of Gamers Rampage III GENE
Resizes Extreme Computing

The Newest GENE Squad Member Continues a Tradition of Intel X58 MicroATX Performance and Overclocking Leadership with Uncontestable Features

PC performance devotees have come to know and trust the Republic of Gamers GENE series, a lineup of microATX boards. The new Rampage III GENE takes after the successful Rampage II GENE, bringing the same insistence on hardcore performance to the space and energy saving microATX form. It’s a perfect option for case modders, LAN party attendees and PC gamers looking for a compact build.

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Unique ROG Advantages   

Rampage III GENE, or R3G, carries over the great features that have made Rampage III Extreme a best seller. It has the Intel X58 chipset, supporting six core Intel i7-980X processors, as well as updated USB 3.0 and SATA 6Gb/s for the fastest data transmission available to consumers.

But it’s the Republic of Gamers (ROG) tradition that sets this board apart from other microATX contenders. It shares in the same spirit of no holds barred performance, driven by ample overclocking. And naturally the trademark ROG design shines through here. For PC tweaking aficionados and new entrants alike, Rampage III GENE delivers numerous avenues to max their PC’s capabilities. ROG Connect brings remote overclocking via USB cable from an external compatible device on a pure hardware level, so benchmarking can occur in a more native environment and results are truer to form.

ProbeIt furnishes accurate diagnostics and voltage readings in real time from different parts of the board, so tuners can keep a close eye on the effects overclocking efforts have on hardware. This is part of the ROG commitment to the joys of PC modding and gaming, pursuits the design team holds dear and never neglects to address with every new product.

Loaded with Rich Features for Peerless Action

With an emphasis on hardcore gaming, R3G packs superior features to make experiences more immersive and impactful. Supreme FX X-Fi 2 sound supports EAX 5.0, bringing surround audio of previously unheard excellence to gamers everywhere while creating a 3D sonic environment where each auditory nuance comes across fully. R3G also arrives with quality materials like gold-plated phone jacks and solid state capacitors to enhance overall sound effect quality.

Likewise, the new board boosts connectivity to eliminate online barriers in this era of cloud services and multiplayer-focused gaming. True Intel Gigabit LAN offers fully accelerated connections whenever possible to guarantee higher performance, and drastically reduced CPU utilization. GameFirst is another internet-related feature, giving users a powerful tool for prioritizing connections so that downloading and other tasks can occur in the background without restricting online gaming performance.

CPU Level Up helps proceedings with intelligent processor overclocking that’s totally automated and takes place when system loads demand higher clock speeds. Users get smoother computing with no intervention needed.

Compact but Versatile 

When creating the new Rampage III GENE, the ROG team stayed true to the GENE squad promise of gaming motherboards that deliver many things to a wide range of PC enthusiasts. Those interested in overclocking can get better performance with ROG Connect, while case modders will appreciate the tremendous power packed onto the small size. And of course, all gamers, and especially those attending LAN parties, are bound to enjoy the spectacular audio and online abilities of the R3G. Its attractive balance of great features and smart space utilization is slated to become a hit, as were all previous GENE boards.

Specifications

M1 Press Release

Results for half year ended 30 June 2010
Service revenue up 4.8%, Net profit up 1.5%

SINGAPORE, 15 July 2010 – M1 Limited today announced its unaudited group financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2010.
Operating revenue at S$472.1 million increased 25.3% year on year due to higher service revenue and handset sales. Service revenue rose 4.8% to S$364.0 million, benefiting from an enlarged customer base. EBITDA at S$156.7 million was up 1.0%. Net profit after tax at S$80.1 million was 1.5% higher. For 2Q10, net profit at S$40.8 million was 10.0% higher year on year.

M1’s total customer base was 1.849 million as at 30 June 2010. For 2Q10, M1 added 53,000 customers, of which 21,000 were postpaid customers and 32,000 were prepaid customers.

Non-voice services contributed 30.8% of service revenue, up from 25.1% a year ago, driven by growth in the mobile broadband and smartphone customer base.
M1’s Board of Directors has declared an interim dividend of 6.3 cents per share.

Ms Karen Kooi, M1’s Chief Executive Officer, said : “The impending launch of the new all fibre network will change the current competitive landscape for fixed services. M1 will capitalize on the opportunities presented to address both retail and corporate segments.”

“Based on the current outlook, net profit after tax for the year 2010 is likely to improve, compared to 2009,” she said.

From now onwards, you can view OCWORKBENCH NEWS on your mobile phone. Be it a Nokia, Android, iPhone, it will have that streamline view. If you have a larger screen that renders html, you can choose to view it in web view.

Just point your phone’s browser to http://en.ocworkbench.com and the system will take care of it. Here is how it looks like :

M1 Press Statement : iPad plans

SINGAPORE, 14 July 2010 - M1, today announced that it will offer dedicated iPad price plans for iPad with Wi-Fi + 3G in the coming weeks. iPad allows users to connect with their applications and content in a more intimate, intuitive and fun way than ever before. Users can browse the web, read and send e-mail, enjoy and share photos, watch HD videos, listen to music, play games, read e-books and much more, all using iPad’s revolutionary Multi-Touch user interface. For more information about iPad please visit www.apple.com/ipad/

ASUS Delivers Increased USB 3.0 Accessibility and Convenience

P7P55/USB3 Motherboard is the First to Offer Front Panel USB 3.0 Support

ASUS today introduces the P7P55/USB3 motherboard—a motherboard with front panel USB 3.0 support designed to give users greater accessibility and convenience.

Leading Motherboards for the USB 3.0 Era

ASUS has pushed for the introduction of USB 3.0 across its product range, having been the first company to introduce a USB 3.0 motherboard with the P7P55D-E Series.

The company has once again set a standard with the P7P55/USB3—an affordable mainstream motherboard that delivers convenient, easily-accessible USB 3.0 performance. The P7P55/USB3 fits into any standard chassis, making it compatible with most consumers’ hardware.

A Stable and Convenient USB3.0 MB Experience

The P7P55/USB3 is the first motherboard to come with two USB 3.0 ports situated on the front and the rear I/O to answer users’ need for increased USB 3.0 accessibility. The P7P55/USB3 features an additional NEC chip to support the two front panel USB 3.0 headers. This ensures that there is no reduction in data transfer speed for each individual port.