Category: Laptop / PC

Acer has introduced two new desktop PCs with Windows 10. One is Acer U5-710 and second is Acer M1-601. First is an all in one computer and is only 37mm thick. Acer U5-710 specifications include Intel Core i7 and i5 processors based on new Intel Skylake platform, Nvidia GeForce graphics card, up to 16GB RAM, essential ports (HDMI I / O, DC Jack, Ethernet, USB 2.0 and 2 x USB 3.0, TV tuner) organized at the back. The screen of the Acer U5-710 measures 23.8 inches and pack full HD resolution.

Acer U5-710 screen supports multi touch input as well that offers great viewing angles and flicker less technology. Dolby Digital along with Acer True Harmony technologies ensure your room is filled with rich sound.

On the other hand, Acer M1-601 is a small PC that is based on the concept where the user can customize his PC without having to open it. This is done using the blocks concept where each blocks adds a certain functionality.

For instance, there is a block that adds 500GB hard disk, there is one for wireless charging and so on.

The Acer M1-601 specifications include Intel Pentium or Celeron processor with Intel HD integrated graphics, up to 8GB DDR4 RAM and a volume of 125 x 125 mm.

Asus has announced a revamped version of its famous full desktop system, ROG G11. It is now equipped with Intel Skylake six generation processor and latest Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 graphics, DDR4 RAM and PCI M.2 Express SSD. Asus ROG G11 Specifications are given below.

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Gigabyte has announced Gaming 3 H170 D3 motherboard for users who were looking for a board that supported the new Intel Skylake platform and at the same time, have limited budget. Gigabyte is the first manufacturer that launched Intel LGA1151 socket with DDR3 controller. The Skylake platform supports DDR3 and DDR4 interchangeably, allowing the motherboard manufacture to decide the type of memory controller. Gigabyte Gaming 3 H170 D3 Specifications say that it has DDR3 controller in order to keep the overall costs low.

This means that the people buying the Gigabyte Gaming 3 H170 D3 should not go for the DDR4 RAMs as they simply would not work with it. It requires a 24-pin connector and 8-pin EPS power supply to operate. It employs a VRM power phases to provide to the processor, which is linked to four DDR3 memory sockets and PCI-Express 3.0 x16 socket.

Speaking of expansion slots, Gigabyte Gaming 3 H170 D3 Specifications include one PCI-Express 3.0 x16 x4 that is electrically linked to PCH, two PCI-Express 3.0 x1 and two PCI “legacy”. With regard to storage, Gigabyte has integrated two M.2 32 Gb / s, two SATA-Express 16 Gb / s and six SATA June 3 Gb / s slots. USB connectivity is included as well in form of eight USB 3.0 ports (four on the back of the plate).

The Gigabyte H170 Gaming 3 D3 has HDMI, DVI and D-Sub video, including sound AMP-UP high quality network card Killer E2200 which as you know is able to prioritize P2P packets to improve latency in online games, and as always, all other features Gigabyte Gaming, including dual BIOS. It is expected to hit the market soon at a price around 100 euros.

Zotac has announced the latest addition to its catalog of complete systems, the Zbox Magnus EN970. It comes equipped with everything necessary to provide users an immersive gaming experience in full HD resolution with a desktop PC that occupies very little space. The ZBOX Magnus EN970 specifications include Intel Core i5 fifth generation processor,

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Trekstor unveiled a hybrid laptop SurfTab Duo W2, which boasts Intel Core M, 11.6 “screen and Windows 10. The Trekstor SurfTab duo W2 is not just another cheap windows tablet since it is priced between 600 – 700 euro (2,530 zlotys). This is chiefly because Trekstor SurfTab duo W2 specifications are great and can do job of a mainstream laptop.

Trekstor SurfTab duo W2 specifications include Intel Core M-5Y10 dual core processor clocked at 800 Mhz – 2 GHz, 4MB cache, Integrated Intel HD Graphics 5300 (clocked at 100 – 800 MHz), 4GB DDR3L 1600 MHz RAM and 64GB of SSD storage expandable via micro SD card reader.

You get two USB ports, one on the tablet and another on its dock, HDMI, micro USB port, dual-band wireless module working in a standard ac, Bluetooth 4.0, a 5 megapixel main camera and 2MP front camera for video calling, GPS receiver and 11.6 inch WUXGA display with IPS technology for wide viewing angles and high contrast – all enclosed in a metal housing.

One of the weaknesses of any mini PC is lack of enough USB ports and the new DS152 is keen on rectifying this problem. DS152 features five USB ports  – it has two on left side, two on right and one on the back. It features a slim line design which otherwise has typical mini PC specifications.

DS152 specifications include Intel Atom Z3735F quad core 64 bit processor, 2 gigabytes of memory, 16 / 32 GB of eMMC flash storage, WiFi b / g / n and Bluetooth 4.0. Coming to connectivity, you get USB ports, one micro USB, micro SD card reader, 3.5mm audio jack, HDMI port and a 10/100 RJ45 connector. It runs Windows operating system.

Interestingly, the DS152 Mini PC also features a 800 mAh internal battery which should provide at least one hour of runtime when not being on AC adapter. You can buy the 16GB version for 130 dollars.