Category: Miscellaneous

Intel DC PC3608 is the newest solid state drive that is targeted towards business market whose function is to replace the current family of PC3600 and even surpasses the PC3700 in certain benchmark tests.

To achieve such spectacular results, Intel has decided to combine two of their former PC3600 units in a same PCB and increase data interface transmission to 8 tracks. It may not be the most refined way to increase the performance of these units, but the reality is that it meets the target. However, in the Intel DC PC3608 SSD benchmark, we did see the very high increase in the consumption.

Once installed on the system, the drive appears as two separate SSDs after a PLX PCIe switch, which means that to really be able to use the full capacity, one must have a motherboard that supports RAID 0 configurations. Such motherboards load balance the two controllers simultaneously.

However, this need for balancing means that the controller will never be able to double the performance of the PC3600 as you might initially think as always, a certain amount of overhead is generated.

Intel DC PC3608 price

The prices are obviously, very high. 1.6 TB unit costs $ 3,009, the 3.2 TB goes up to $ 7009 and the 4 TB costs $ 8,759. The 5-year warranty that comes standard is nothing – they should give it lifetime warranty.

G.Skill Ripjaws RGB MX780 is a gaming mouse with monster specifications that easily blows most of the gaming mice out of water. G.Skill Ripjaws RGB MX780 specs include 100-8200 DPI, 125 / 250 / 500 / 1000 Hz polling rate, 8 programmable keys, 5 on board profiles, 4-zone RGB mouse backlighting profiles, 512KB on board storage, 120 grams and measures 130 x 70 x 38 mm.

G.Skill offers two year limited warranty on it. The Ripjaws RGB MX780 make use of special Omron micro switches whose mouse clicks work for more than 20 million clicks.

Also the Ripjaws RGB MX780 can be used comfortable with left hand too, in case you are a lefty, something that virtually no brands thinks off while designing a mouse.

The height of the mouse is also adjustable. This ensures you have correct height for your palms, allowing you to use the mouse for extended period of time.

Viewsonic VX2573-sg and VX2573-shw are two new IPS monitors from electronic giant. It is specifically designed for users who spend many hours in front of the PC. They incorporate many features to improve the visual health of the user. Whether for professional or casual use, having a monitor to take care of your visual health is being increasingly demanded today which is why manufacturers like ViewSonic are bringing those computer monitors that incorporate technologies that take care of vision. This include Flicker free, Blue Light Filter or low EMI emissions as well.

Viewsonic VX2573-sg and VX2573-shw pack full HD resolution (1920 x 1080) resolution and measures 25 inch screens that feature IPS technology for SuperClear and wide viewing angles. Both incorporate many video inputs including VGA, DVI, HDMI and even MHL so it is up to user which method they wish to use to output display.

The VX2573-shw model incorporates a pair of stereo speakers to provide a complete solution for multimedia entertainment. For now the manufacturer has not disclosed the price of these two new monitors.

Creative has launched a new set of headphones called Sound Blaster Blaze. Made specifically for PC gamers, it provides great sound quality, accurate sound, comfortable experience at an affordable price. Creative Sound Blaster Blaze specifications include Speakers: 40mm Neodymium Magnets; Frequency Response: 20Hz ~ 20kHz; Impedance: 32 ohms; Sensitivity: 105dB / mW. Its microphone specs include Microphone Type: Noise Canceling Condenser; Frequency Response: 100Hz ~ 18kHz; Impedance: <2.2 ohm and Sensitivity: -40dBV / Pa.

Creative is very confident about its launch as the Creative Sound Blaster Blaze is the evolution of Creative Fatal1ty which is currently the world’s best selling headphone. The new one will establish same standard for sound quality and design as Creative has used neodymium speakers of 40 mm in diameter on each earmuff, ensuring the best sound with high fidelity.

Sound Blaster Blaze will cost 39.99 euros but you will probably find it cheaper online.

Logitech K380 is a compact wireless keyboard that operates via Bluetooth. Its small size and low weight make it ideal to carry from one place to another. Logitech M535 is a Bluetooth mouse. Charlotte Johs, vice president of Logitech peripherals for computers said at the launch that we are living n the age of creativity, where you can capture, edit and publish content anywhere and all devices.

Logitech K380 Specifications

Both Logitech K380 and Logitech M535 are ideal for those who are planning to get themselves an android TV or windows TV box in near future as it will allow them to do input nicely. Both of these computer peripherals do not require user to use any additional software to work.

K380 keyboard device provides comfort and utility that allows the desktop and control the computer and other devices such as a tablet or your smartphone at the same time. In fact it can connect up to three devices and you can switch between using the built in Easy Switch button. The keyboard will recognize the attached device and automatically activate the corresponding functions and shortcuts.

The Logitech K380 is powered by two AAA batteries that the company claims will last two years. It will be made available in blue and gray colors at a price of 45.90 euros. 

Logitech M535 Specs: Operates over Bluetooth 3.0

As for the mouse, the Logitech M535 is compatible with almost any computing device, and supports navigation button programmable control with the palm of your hand, allowing you to switch between applications, desktops, drag and drop images, play gesture slide with three fingers allows full control on a Mac system and use the Task View of Windows 10. The mouse moves reliably on almost any surface.

The Logitech M535 Mouse will be available for a suggested retail price of 45.90 euros. Its package will include a AA battery and user documentation. It measures 2.4 in (61.1 mm) x 3.96 in (100.5 mm) x 1.3 in (33.0 mm) and weighs about 82 grams.

Philips has introduced its new monitor called BDM3490UC packing massive 34 inch curved IPS display packing 3440 x 1440 pixel resolution that is specifically designed to provide the user with a unique sense of immersion in both games and movies to your PC. Thanks to the curvature on these display panels, it creates a unique feeling of immersion in almost anything you are doing, whether playing or watching a movie.

Philips BDM3490UC specifications include three HDMI video inputs (one is HDMI 2.0, the other two are HDMI 1.4 and one of these is compatible with MHL ), a DisplayPort, audio port and 7 watt RMS stereo speakers with DTS technology.

The only thing not to like about Philips BDM3490UC is its ergonomics, for being a fairly large and heavy panel base. Also, it does not allow any movement except the inclination, and that too very slightly. For now Philips has neither confirmed nor the date for the Philips BDM3490UC but most likely it will arrive in time for Christmas season for around 800 euros.