Rumour: New Xbox 360 Slim Leaked?

Looks like the new Xbox 360 Slim is leaked through an online advertisement. A banner, which first appeared on console-tribe.com(and is still active at the time of posting), shows a very professional looking flash advert which links to the Italian Xbox website. The console itself boasts a 250GB hard drive, embedded WiFi and is combatible with “Kinect” which may well be Natal’s retail title.

Although this is just a rumour  and we’ve no idea what the ad is all about, or whether it’s real, will just have to wait for Microsoft’s E3 conference which is less than 24 hours away.

Go Anywhere in Style with the Eee PC™ Seashell 1201PN—the Multimedia Netbook

ASUS delivers a combination of specially-designed hardware and software to satisfy users’ multimedia needs

Taipei, Taiwan; May 11, 2010 – ASUS today introduces the Eee PC™ Seashell 1201PN—a netbook designed for users looking to have a compact and mobile machine that delivers a multimedia performance that rivals that of established notebooks in the market today.

Delivering that Immersive Multimedia Experience

The Eee PC™ Seashell 1201PN ups the ante by delivering an immersive multimedia experience that has never before been seen on a netbook.

The 1201PN comes with the Intel® Atom™ N450 processor and next generation NVIDIA® ION™ graphics to draw viewers into a world of mind-blowing Full HD 1080p visuals.

It has the largest screen ever to be featured in the Eee PC™ range. Its 12.1”, 16:9 widescreen high definition plus display delivers visuals at resolutions of up to 1366 x 768.

With HDMI compatibility and virtual 5.1 channel SRS Premium Sound™, it reinforces the fact that the 1201PN is designed to deliver audio-visuals never before experienced throughout the entire Eee PC™ range.

The 1201PN can also be hooked up to HDTVs via the HDMI port to deliver Full HD 1080p videos with true-fidelity 7.1 channel audio.

It’s Not Just About the Hardware

The Eee PC™ Seashell 1201PN comes with an array of pre-installed software that further enhances the user’s viewing experience.

The ArcSoft TotalMedia Theater features an intuitive user interface and supports a wide variety media formats and codecs. The ArcSoft SimHD™ plug-in*, upscales standard definition video to high definition quality, enhancing images to deliver more vivid colors and sharper images.

*-ArcSoft SimHD™ only supports MPEG2 codec on the TMT player.

Enhanced Netbook Features

On top satisfying users’ multimedia needs, the Eee PC™ Seashell 1201PN boasts features that take their netbook computing experience to another level.

Its sleek curves and lines house an ergonomically designed chiclet keyboard that ensures a comfortable feel even after hours of continuous typing; while the multitouch touchpad gives complete intuitive control over photos and webpages even in the absence of a mouse.

The user can pinch zoom in and out of images, or even rotate them with just two fingers. Scrolling through webpages is a breeze too, with just a simple act of gliding fingers over the multitouch touchpad.

In terms of connectivity, the 1201PN comes with Bluetooth V2.1 to let the user Skype or listen to music wirelessly, or synchronize with Bluetooth-equipped mobile devices. When it comes to surfing the net, this functionality also lets the 1201PN log onto the net by tethering through a 3G Bluetooth smartphone. The 1201PN also supports the 802.11n wireless standard.

ASUS Gives Visitors a Look into Tomorrow at Computex 2010

Extends Lead in Cloud Computing and
Gaming Arenas with Industry-changing

Eee Pad, Eee Tablet, Garmin-Asus A10
Smartphone and a Host of ROG Innovations

ASUS’ leadership in innovation and design will once again be underlined at this year’s Computex exhibition in Taipei, where the homegrown IT giant is set to showcase a wide range of products across five major categories: cloud computing, gaming, enthusiast PC components, multimedia and green computing.

ASUS Cloud Computing Solutions: Accessing Data Anywhere and in Real Time has Never Been this Easy

As the leader in cloud computing, ASUS offers the broadest spread of cloud-connected devices with on-the-fly data and multimedia sharing capabilities that consumers need in this age of interconnectedness.

Frequent travelers will find it hard to leave home without the Garmin-Asus A10, an Android™ smartphone that provides users with Garmin’s premium turn-by-turn, voice-prompted navigation capabilities both while driving and on foot. It integrates Google™ Mobile Services with one-click access to Google Maps™, Gmail™, YouTube™, calendar, contacts and Android Market™, where users can find more than 30,000 applications to personalize their phone.

ASUS will also be displaying its fourth generation of Eee PCs™ at Computex, namely the 1018, 1016, and the classic Seashell 1015. These netbooks sport distinctive designs and materials—such as aluminum for the 1018 and a soft-to-the-touch matte surface for the 1015—that perfectly suit the lifestyles of their target users.

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG): The Leading Choice of Champions

Committed to a wide panorama of hardcore gaming, ASUS ROG products have been the choice of gaming champions since the brand’s inception in 2006. The new ROG CG8490 gaming station is the latest and greatest gaming rig to enter into the fray, with an all-new Intel® Core™ i7-980X six-core CPU, 12GB of DDR3 memory and dual Radeon HD5870 graphics cards powering superlative DX11 graphics across three-display Eyefinity. For added punch, the CG8490 is optimized to overclock over 20 percent beyond reference*. Other ROG products slated for exhibition include the 15.6” G53 notebook which has full support for 3D gaming and the new HDMI 1.4 revision, a concept-stage super-motherboard dubbed Immensity that is the first motherboard in the world to pair an onboard GPU with Lucid—a technology that makes it possible to bridge at least two graphics cards regardless of chipset or vendor—and ARES, one of the world’s most powerful desktop graphics cards, with total gaming muscle in the form of twin Radeon 5870 cores, 4GB GDDR5 and massive cooling.

Elevating Motherboards and Graphics Cards beyond the Norm with Exclusive Innovations

ASUS will be demonstrating its latest performance and efficiency-enhancing motherboard technologies—Turbo Unlocker and Dual Intelligent Processors—on the Computex show floor. Turbo Unlocker optimizes the CPU ratios of the latest Unlocked Intel® Core™ and AMD Black Edition processors, and boosts performance whenever added workload handling is needed for better multitasking media-intensive tasks. Dual Intelligent Processors, on the other hand, leverages ASUS’ exclusive TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit) in a dual-processing architecture that eases system loads while maximizing power efficiency across the board.

Not content with trailblazing in motherboards, ASUS’ value-added innovations also extend to graphics cards. The new ENGTX400 series graphics cards from ASUS, which are based on NVIDIA’s GeForce 400 series technology—formerly known as Fermi—will be showcased during Computex as well. The ample power of these DX11 cards is harnessed to its full potential—and beyond—by exclusive ASUS technologies such as Voltage Tweak that speeds up the GPU by as much as 50%, and Splendid HD that intelligently improves the color accuracy, contrast ratio and sharpness of images.

Taking Entertainment into a New Dimension with 3D and Multimedia Products

ASUS has developed a diverse range of multimedia products with the goal of taking the complexity out of digital media consumption—making it as readily accessible, user-friendly and pleasurable as possible. The latest and finest of these are now on show at Computex 2010. The ASUS EeeTop PC ET 24” is a svelte all-in-one desktop PC and home theater replacement with USB 3.0 connectivity and 3D capabilities** that features ASUS SonicMaster technology for vastly improved sound reproduction. Also capable of delivering instant 3D gratification is the ASUS BW-12B1LT—the world’s fastest 12X Blu-ray writer—which instantly converts 2D 720p movies to 3D with just one click. Compelling 3D images from the BW-12B1LT are best viewed on the ASUS VG236H 3D LCD monitor which boasts a 120Hz double-speed, 2ms refresh rate. Making its debut as well is the pocket-sized ASUS Eee Media player, which offers the easiest way for users to search for, download and view multimedia on big screen TVs. It features full web browsing and peer-to-peer capabilities, and consumes very little power (below 10W with the hard disk drive plugged in), making it ideal for downloading large media files.

Enabling a Greener Life with ASUS Eco-products

Consumers aspiring to lead green lifestyles will find it easier than ever with ASUS U Series Bamboo Collection notebooks and Designo Series LED monitors. The new bamboo notebooks feature smoky brown bamboo exteriors, making users feel closer to nature while reducing plastics use. The bamboo elements juxtapose with brushed aluminum surfaces, forming a cohesive design that is both elegant and light.

ASUS understands that when it comes to power, less is more. As such, it is phasing in mercury-free LED technology into its monitor and notebook product lines. With a full line-up ranging from 20 to 24 inches, ASUS’ ultra-slim Designo Series LED monitors use up to 45 percent less power than LCD monitors—equating to 37.2kWh and 23.6kg of CO2 annually.

As part of its commitment to the environment, ASUS has also developed SEA (Smart Energy in Action), a green solution that enables users to easily measure, monitor and analyze their energy consumption at home. ASUS SEA automatically uploads the collected data to a website, where users can study them in detail and trade tips on how to lower their energy use. And since the data is hosted on the cloud, users will be able to access the information wherever they are.

ASUS and Lamborghini Create New Legends

ASUS and supercar manufacturer Automobili Lamborghini have partnered once again, and the fruits of their labor—the ASUS-LAMBORGHINI VX7 and ASUS-LAMBORGHINI VX6—will be making their roaring debut at Computex. The VX7 delivers extreme graphics and processing power that will satisfy hardcore gamers and enthusiasts, while the VX6 produces audio fit for the most discerning audiophiles through its Bang & Olufsen ICEpower® sound system. The ASUS-LAMBORGHINI VX Series—experience power and desire at their most unbridled.

For More Information

Please visit the ASUS Computex 2010 press site from May 31, 2010, 3pm Taipei time.

*Actual overclocked performance may vary by individual components and configurations used.
** Subject to system configuration and usage. Availability may vary by SKU and country. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please visit www.asus.com for up-to-date information on these products.

Cloud Computing with the ASUS Eee Pad, Eee Tablet, and the Garmin-Asus A10 Smartphone

Accessing Data Anywhere in Real Time has
never been this Easy

ASUS’ constant effort to be at the forefront of this cloud computing age has seen it introduce a stream of portable multimedia and productivity solutions that meet the needs of consumers everywhere. Today, it is proud to introduce a new range of diverse products that have been designed for this ever-changing computing landscape. Step into the future with ASUS’ array of personalized devices that deliver on-the-fly data-sharing and multimedia capabilities with a mark of quality and performance.

Navigate the World with the Garmin-Asus A10

Garmin-Asus’ newest Android™ smartphone offers powerful, precise navigation that brings people and places together. Like other Garmin-Asus Android-powered devices, the A10 includes Garmin’s premium, turn-by-turn, voice-prompted navigation capabilities, making it an ideal runabout companion. The A10 integrates Google™ Mobile Services with one-click access to Google Maps™, Gmail™, YouTube™, calendar, contacts and Android Market™, where users can find more than 30,000 applications to personalize their phone.

The Garmin-Asus M10 runs on Windows Mobile 6.5.3 and allows users to move seamlessly from work to play. It enhances the user experience and provides access to Windows Marketplace for Mobile, which offers a vast number of Windows phone applications for download.

The Android™-powered Garmin-Asus A50 smartphone integrates Google™ mobile services with one-click access to Google Search™ by voice, Google Maps™, Gmail™, YouTube™, calendar, contacts and Android Market™, to expand and personalize their phone to fit their lifestyle.

Answer the Need for Speed with the ASUS-LAMBORGHINI VX6, Next Generation of Eee PCs and the Ultimate All-in-One EeeTop ET2400 Series

Those with the need for speed will be blown away by the ASUS-LAMBORGHINI VX6. A co-branded effort with supercar manufacturer Automobili Lamborghini, the VX6 delivers stunning visuals that match its chiseled lines thanks to the next generation NVIDIA ION graphics platform with 512MB VRAM. And with audio designed by Bang & Olufsen ICEpower, the VX6 has the audio equivalent of its namesake’s V12 engines.

Following in its tracks come the fourth generation of Eee PCs™—namely the 1018, 1016, and the classic Seashell 1015. These Eee PCs’ crafted lines are paired with various innovative materials for a distinctive feel that ranges from the touches of tactile aluminum for the 1018 to the soft-to-the-touch matte surface of the 1015.

This new range offers instantaneous web access on-the-go, allowing you to log onto ASUS Access for multimedia content downloads and ASUS WebStorage for easy file sharing capabilities. With ASUS Super Hybrid Engine, users can expect up to 13.5 hours of battery life.

The EeeTop PC ET2400 Series will change the way you look at all-in-one PCs. It is the first all-in-one PC that allows the user to enhance its performance with a simple touch of an icon. ASUS Super Hybrid Engine boosts CPU performance by up to 15 percent*.

ASUS Sonic Master technology features software that allows the ET2400 deliver clear and distinct audio never before heard from an all-in-one PC. It also enhances bass and produces a virtual 5.1-channel surround sound experience to deliver theater-quality audio from the ET2400′s built-in speakers.

The top-of-the-line ET2400 3D takes entertainment to the next level by immersing the user in a true-to-life 3D world of movies, games, and images through its 23.6” widescreen panel.
*-subject to system configuration and usage

Content Sharing Anytime, Anywhere with Home Server TS mini

The ASUS Home Server TS mini allows multiple home and remote users to view digital photos, watch videos, look at security surveillance footage, listen to streamed music or upload files.

It automatically backs up data from up to 10 home computers—with additional 500GB of capacity available online. With its unprecedented 4TB capacity, it also allows multiple users to share and store on a home server—even when PCs are turned off.

For enhanced data security, the Home Server TS mini enables full-system backups while an exclusive ASWM tool informs users of operating errors via email to facilitate remote troubleshooting. In the event of a system crash, all files are easily recovered.

For More Information

Please visit the ASUS Computex 2010 press site from May 31, 2010, 3pm Taipei time.

ASUS Republic of Gamers CG8490 Desktop and G53 Notebook, Leading Choice of Champions

Throughout its full product line of desktops, notebooks, motherboards and graphics cards, ASUS ROG maintains unwavering dedication to meeting the needs of the community with constant attention to developing extreme products that bring to life gaming’s most exciting aspects.

The ASUS ROG leadership role in gaming has been established through close contact with gamers around the world, with team members themselves enthusiasts. This has made bringing the finest products to market intuitive, resulting in great success.

Built to Dominate the Battlefield—CG8490 Desktop

Committed to a wide panorama of hardcore gaming, ASUS ROG motherboards and graphics cards have been the choice of gaming champions since the brand’s inception in 2006. Now ASUS brings users the ultimate gaming station to combine a tradition of winning performance with uncompromising reliability. The new ROG CG8490 unleashes over 20% balanced overclocking capability* compared to reference on absolute high-end components optimized to perfection – the all new for 2010 Intel Core i7-980X six-core CPU starts proceedings, followed by a massive 12GB of fast DDR3 memory, while the dual overclocked Radeon HD5870 graphics cards not only immerse your gaming reality in three-display Eyefinity, but also do DX11 visuals justice. The unique design draws inspiration from ancient and modern armor of both Eastern and Western cultures, built tough to withstand punishment and resist degradation, while the leading-edge thermal design with multiple oversized fans banishes heat quick and gives the system superior stability.

This desktop provides reminders of how good full-on desktop gaming can be.

Notably Superior Gaming—G51 3D, G53 and G73 Notebooks

The ROG approach has led to gaming notebooks with unrelenting performance. Brand new 15.6” G53 comes hot on the heels of international sensation G73Jh, with further refined features. It has full support for 3D gaming and the new HDMI 1.4 revision, resulting in spectacular action. G53 is also the world’s first 15” gaming notebook with NVIDIA’s 3D Vision-enabled next generation GPU.

The distinctive F117 stealth bomber design is inherited from the G73Jh, and also deploys aggressive cooling and an illuminated keyboard to ensure prolonged gaming enjoyment.

The new 17.3” G73Jw model features the worldwide premiere of NVIDIA’s new generation mobile GPU platform on a 1080p 3D-ready notebook, adding full 3D support and sheer graphics muscle to the popular king of notebook gaming, the G73 range. It stands as one of the most powerful gaming machines available, and together with the G51 3D, sets the standard for 3D excitement in the home and on the move. The new G73Jw also packs NVIDIA’s next generation GPU for smooth, realistic three dimensional gaming action.

For true aficionados, these are the ultimate extreme performance portable gaming choice.

Immensity Shows ROG Leadership—Lucid and onboard GPU

ASUS ROG leads the market for both Intel and AMD gamers with motherboard solutions that bring out the best in hardcore performance. New super-motherboard Immensity, now still in the concept stage and to be shown at Computex, will display Lucid, a technology that makes it possible to bridge at least two graphics cards regardless of chipset or vendor. Immensity will also deploy with the incredible addition of an onboard GPU, the first motherboard in the world to do this in conjunction with Lucid technology. This guarantees unequalled performance and flexibility for serious users.

The Rampage III Extreme features Intel’s X58/ICH10R chipset, plus exclusive overclocking tools such as ROG Connect, OC Kit, RC Bluetooth and now all-new iPhone-based overclocking control. These have made it an official benchmarking record breaker, while the Extreme Engine Digi+ thermal design ensures stability even under extreme stress, so overclocking can be done safely.

Likewise, the Crosshair IV Formula brings gratuitous gaming and tuning enjoyment to AMD builds, including the world’s first dual-channel 2000MHz DDR3 for AMD, adding the benefit of Core Unlocker to the mix – users can tap hidden cores on new AMD CPUs. Turbo Key II makes for complete overclocking control, while GameFirst guarantees better performance in online gaming.

Unstoppable Graphics—MATRIX5870 and ARES cards

On the path to photorealistic immersion, ASUS ROG shows the way with better implementation of graphics card technology. The MATRIX5870 takes AMD’s design and bolsters it with added features such as iTracker 2, ProbeIt and the Super Hybrid Engine, garnering superlative overclocking potential balanced with excellent power efficiency.

The gargantuan ARES super-card comes in as one of the world’s most powerful desktop graphics card solutions, with total gaming muscle in the form of twin Radeon 5870 cores, 4GB GDDR5 and massive cooling.

Both of these powerhouses enable complete gaming and overclocking freedom, coupled with native DX11 support and the unique ROG flair for design.

With this strong, diverse lineup of solutions for every kind of gamer, ASUS ROG stands as the clear lead choice in PC gaming gear. The brand’s following remains especially strong among avid DIY gamers looking to build their own rigs, and thanks to the efforts of ASUS ROG members, the community can expect many more years of extreme performance and trend-setting design.

For More Information

Please visit the ASUS Computex 2010 press site from May 31, 2010, 3pm Taipei time.

*Actual overclocked performance may vary by individual components and configurations used.

ASUS Covers all the Multimedia Bases at Computex 2010

EeeTop PC ET 24″, Blu-ray 3D Optical Disc Drive, VG236H 3D LCD Monitor and O!Play HD2 Media Player Headline Showcase of Latest Multimedia Innovations

Multimedia has grown steadily in ubiquity in our daily lives, but the sheer number of formats, codecs and technologies developed in the process has made viewing, storing and sharing media—especially on different platforms—a monumental task. ASUS recognizes this, and has developed its diverse range of multimedia products with the goal of making digital media consumption as readily accessible, user-friendly and pleasurable as possible. The latest and finest of these are now on show at Computex 2010.

ASUS EeeTop PC ET 24″: The Premier All-in-one Home Entertainment Center—Now with 3D

The ASUS EeeTop PC ET 24″ packs the latest, cutting-edge entertainment technologies into a svelte all-in-one form factor, making it the perfect replacement for desktop PCs, TVs, and audio systems. It features ASUS SonicMaster technology that delivers a host of sonic improvements over regular all-in-one PC speakers, including a wider frequency range*, four times the volume limit and lower distortion.

The EeeTop PC ET 24″ is also equipped with exclusive technology that instantly boosts CPU performance with just one click, allowing it to handle the latest games and heavy multitasking with ease**. In addition, the EeeTop PC ET 24” now comes with 3D capabilities**—enabling users to experience hundreds of the latest PC games, movies and photos in full stereoscopic 3D—and ultra-high speed connectivity options such as USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed) and Bluetooth 3.0.

ASUS BW-12B1LT Blu-ray 3D Optical Drive and VG236H 3D LCD Monitor: Immerse Yourself in Cinema-grade 3D

To satiate the growing consumer appetite for home 3D solutions, ASUS has now brought the exciting third dimension to the desktop with the BW-12B1LT Blu-ray internal optical drive and VG236H 3D LCD monitor. Any 720p movie can now be experienced in cinema-quality 3D, thanks to the BW-12B1LT’s instant one-click 2D-to-3D conversion capabilities and the VG236H’s 120Hz double-speed, 2ms refresh rate. The BW-12B1LT is also the world’s fastest 12X Blu-ray writer and delivers ultra-smooth stereoscopic 3D renditions of 2D movies on the VG236H or any other 3D-ready display***.

ASUS VT22 Multi-touch Monitor: Fun at Your Fingertips

The ASUS VT22′s multi-touch functionality is fully compliant with Windows 7® gestures and makes interacting with the computer intuitive and effortless. Clicking, scrolling, dragging and zooming in on images can now all be performed with fingers instead of a mouse. The VT22 also boasts an ergonomic tilt feature that makes it easy to adjust its angle to suit the user’s preferred position when performing gestures.

ASUS Xonar Xense: Perfectly Matched Audio Card and Headset for Serious Gamers

The new ASUS Xonar Xense and Sennheiser PC350 Xense Edition package is the result of close cooperation between ASUS and one of the world’s premier, most respected makers of personal audio gear, Sennheiser. Unlike random audio card/headphone combinations, Xonar Xense features a holistic design from the ground up, crafting a balance of the two components that ensures no quality is lost in transition.Every part of the high definition sound generated by the advanced hardware of the card is faithfully re-created by premium Sennheiser headphone technology and craftsmanship. Its first person shooter-optimized surround amplifies even minor ambient effects for the ultimate in sonic intelligence, and its excellent noise reduction, accurate positioning of audio, meticulous EMI shielding, heavy duty 6.5mm studio jacks and support for Dolby Headphone 5.1 as well as ASUS’ own Xonar GX2.5 audio engine are sure to be appreciated by hardcore gamers—especially those keen on first person shooters and competitive online play.

ASUS Cine5 PC Speaker: Experience Powerful Surround Immersion in Style

Developed through ASUS’ expertise in high-performance audio cards, the stylish Cine5 is the first PC speaker in the world to offer pinpoint surround sound with the new “Embracing Sound Theatre HD” technology. This patented technology leverages on the Cine5′s space-saving integration of an array of speaker drivers into a single bar, delivering discrete 5-channel output and enabling precise sound imaging. The Cine5 also revives 5-channel audio from any down-mixed 2-channel source for high-fidelity, multichannel audio during PC gaming or movie sessions. The Cine5 is truly plug-and-play—no software drivers and calibration are required.

ASUS NX90 and N Series Notebooks with SonicMaster: Establishing a New Standard in Notebook Audio

Tinny, unsatisfying sound quality on notebooks is a thing of the past with ASUS’ exclusive SonicMaster technology, a new standard in notebook audio. SonicMaster—the result of co-development with Bang & Olufsen ICEpower®—delivers acoustic perfection by extending the speakers’ frequency range by an octave on each end, improving audio accuracy by up to three times, and working synergistically with optimized software to deliver true-to-life surround sound. SonicMaster debuts on new ASUS NX and N Series notebooks, and is available in three levels—SonicMaster Lite, SonicMaster and SonicMaster Premium—to suit different uses, ranging from personal entertainment and VoIP communication to high-end audiophile music playback.

ASUS O!Play HD2 Media Player: Connect to a Cosmos of Entertainment

The ASUS O!Play HD2 supports the playback of a wide array of multimedia formats and is the world’s first media player to support USB 3.0 for ten times faster data transfers compared to current USB 2.0-based players. It is equipped with a large capacity 3.5″ hard disk drive and NAS support, allowing it to store and stream multimedia files without any hassle. The O!Play HD2 also comes preinstalled with Opera browser, delivering live online streaming of over 20,000 radio stations. Users can now perform Google searches, visit Facebook, news websites such as CNN.com and BBC.co.uk, and download photos from Picasa/Flicker—right from the comfort on their living room sofas. In addition, the O!Play HD2 boasts full HD audio bitstream support that delivers uncompressed 7.1-channel sound output for stunning surround sound.

ASUS Eee Media: The Easiest Way to Download and View Multimedia

The ASUS Eee Media is the easiest way to search for, download and view multimedia on the TV. It features full web browsing and peer-to-peer capabilities, and consumes very little power (below 10W with the hard disk drive plugged in), making it ideal for downloading large media files. This pocket-sized player supports most video, audio and photo file formats, and has a nifty widget mode which displays the time, weather information and news headlines.

For More Information

Please visit the ASUS Computex 2010 press site from May 31, 2010, 3pm Taipei time.

* SonicMaster Premium speakers are capable of reproducing frequencies an octave higher and an octave lower than regular notebook and all-in-one PC speakers.
** Subject to system configuration and usage. Availability may vary by SKU and country.
*** Including 120Hz frame-sequential 3D LCD monitors, 3D Polarizer LCD monitors and 3D-ready DLP, Plasma and LCD HDTVs. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please visit www.asus.com to find out more about these award-winning products.

ASUS Announces New Technology to Boost Unlocked Intel® Core Processors and GeForce 400 Series Graphics Cards

ASUS Announces New Technology to Boost Unlocked Intel® Core Processors and GeForce 400 Series Graphics Cards

Leading innovator today announced new Turbo Unlocker motherboard innovation for the latest Unlocked Intel® Core processors on the Computex show floor. ASUS also showcased its latest technologies, including Dual Intelligent Processors and Core Unlocker on motherboards, as well as the latest NVIDIA GeForce-based graphics cards.

With one in every three PCs worldwide featuring an ASUS motherboard, the pioneering company takes its leadership role to heart, leveraging resources and expertise to come up with ever more creative technology. As the premier provider of motherboards and graphics cards, ASUS shows the way with exclusive features such as Core Unlocker, Turbo Unlocker and the Dual Intelligent Processors architecture. Additional recent innovations include the first widescale implementation of USB 3.0 and user-friendly autotuning for superior overclocking.

Taking Motherboards Forward

Based on a legacy of unrivalled leadership in motherboard design and manufacture, ASUS continues to innovate with new ideas that enable and empower consumers. The new Turbo Unlocker optimizes CPU ratios and boosts performance whenever added workload handling is needed. The new technology extends to the latest Unlocked Intel® Core processors, and offers significant performance improvements for better multitasking media-intensive tasks.

“The desktop performance tuning market is an exciting one where ASUS and Intel have been leaders for many years,”commented Zane Ball, General Manager of the Desktop Platforms Division at Intel. “Turbo Unlocker is a powerful utility that will enable performance tuners to take full advantage of Intel® Extreme Edition and Unlocked enthusiast processors.”

The Dual Intelligent Processors bring even more innovation, featuring the TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit) in a dual-processing architecture that eases system loads while maximizing power efficiency across the board. No one other than ASUS has been able to deliver all these at a great value to consumers and with absolute reliability – these are the results of decades-long leadership.

New motherboards such as the M4A89/M4A88/M4A87 Series also deliver Core Unlocker to activate latent AMD CPU cores for added performance, the most complete and effective solution of its kind.

Elevating Visuals Beyond the Norm

Not content with trailblazing in motherboards, ASUS has focused efforts on becoming a vanguard in graphics cards, seamlessly ushering new technology, to be displayed at Computex. This includes the latest graphics engine from NVIDIA, helping enthusiasts make use of ASUS leadership in a timely manner.

The new ENGTX400 series graphics cards from ASUS are based on NVIDIA’s GeForce 400 series technology, formerly known as Fermi, and add to the design with exclusives such as Voltage Tweak, which can speed up the GPU by up to 50%. The ample power of these DX11 cards takes gaming and graphics to a whole new level, made even better looking through intelligent image improvement technologies such as ASUS Splendid HD. They further add full support for NVIDIA 3D Vision, extending the three dimensional gaming and movie experience to the home, even on multiple screens.

As the forefront provider of graphics cards worldwide, ASUS is perfectly positioned to offer solutions tailored to the needs of the community, while at the same time giving it the resources to invest in future technologies.

This has been the story of ASUS’ firm placement as motherboard and graphics card leader, a combination of down to earth practicality and unmitigated passion for innovation. As seen in products both recent and upcoming, these leadership traits are here to stay. The company plans to introduce additional exciting technology during this Computex.

For More Information

Please visit the ASUS Computex 2010 press site from May 31, 2010, 3pm Taipei time.

Fable 3 to be released on Xbox 360 and PC as well+ Fable 3 Kingly Collector’s Edition Is Xbox 360 Only

More good news for Fable Fans out there, Microsoft officially confirms that Fable 3 is indeed to be release on Games for Windows PC too. It’s a great news for PC gamers since Microsoft has been steadily not releasing any of its owned titles on the pc at all for the past 2 years . Fable 3 is set to be release later this year.

The Windows version will be available in Standard and Limited Collector’s Editions and will retail for £39.99 both in retail and as a download exclusively on Games for Windows Live, says MS.

The Xbox 360 version meanwhile will retail for £49.99 as standard, and £59.99 for the Limited Edition box.

The Limited Collector’s Edition is set to offer downloadable content and in-box items wrapped up in a distinctive box created in the likeness of a book from.

Contents include :

  • “A new quest: Uncover the mystery of the haunted forests of Silverpines and earn the legendary sword, Wolfsbane, deadly against wolves and balverines.
  • “Exclusive location: Unlock a new region, ideal for settling down with a family and discovering new treasures.
  • “Fable III playing cards: Created by Lionhead, these cards depict every type of character in “Fable III,” including Heroes, royals, rebels and villains from across Albion and beyond.
  • “Guild Seal Coin: The coin features a Good side (blue) and Evil side (red) to assist players in making critical decisions that will impact the fate of the world forever.
  • “A new dog breed: Renowned for its loyalty, the Boxer is a brave canine companion worthy of greatest Queens and Kings.
  • “One unique outfit: Unearth one male and female outfit from the mysterious, faraway land of Aurora, a new destination in your “Fable III” adventures.”
  • ASUS Launches the EeeKeyboard PC

    It’s a Stylish Keyboard on the Outside, a Smart PC on the Inside

    Taipei, Taiwan, May 1, 2010 – ASUS today continues to deliver on its promise of cutting edge technological and design innovations with the launch of the EeeKeyboard PC—a fully-functional PC concealed within a svelte and stylish keyboard. First unveiled to a tremendous reception at CES 2009 and subsequently garnering 1st place at the CeBIT-PreView 2009 Awards, the portable 1kg EeeKeyboard PC works with any HDTV*, monitor*, or projector* to turn itself into a full-fledged PC. It provides users with a wireless computing platform, with Ultra-wideband (UWB) Wireless Display connectivity enabling it to stream HD 720p videos up to a 5-meter range (maximum 10-meter range for non-video transfers). Its built-in 5″ multi-touch panel provides users with an interactive and intuitive means of directing the on-screen cursor to launch programs, send instant messages, and control its media player.

    ASUS  Launches the EeeKeyboard PC

    The Complete Compact PC for Mobile and Versatile Indoor Computing

    The lightweight, space-saving EeeKeyboard PC lends itself perfectly to a myriad of uses at home and in the office. The high-speed wireless multimedia and communication capabilities of the EeeKeyboard PC can be enjoyed with any HDTV, monitor or projector*. Connect the EeeKeyboard PC to a HDTV in the living room to turn it into the family multimedia entertainment center; hook it up with a monitor in the study or office and use it as a normal PC; or pair it with a projector in a conference room for presentations.

    The EeeKeyboard PC comes with a durable and shock-proof solid state drive to ensure all stored data is kept safe during transit, while built-in conveniences such as the microphone and high quality stereo speakers allow users to enjoy all of the EeeKeyboard PC’s features without requiring additional accessories.

    Ultra-wideband (UWB) Wireless Display Connectivity

    The EeeKeyboard PC features Ultra-wideband (UWB) Wireless Display connectivity and is able to stream HD 720p visuals to a designated display device within a 5 meter range. UWB Wireless Display connectivity also brings with it higher data transfer rates, and ensures a reliable link during data transfers.

    5″ Multi-touch Panel for an Intuitive and Interactive User Experience

    The EeeKeyboard PC has another ingenious feature—an interactive 5″ multi-touch panel designed to enhance the user experience by adapting its functions to suit the task at hand. At its most basic level, it serves as a touchpad for controlling the main display cursor. It can be set to display quick launch keys and shortcuts to enable users to easily access programs and web content. It can also display the media player’s interface, allowing users to browse, select, and play songs with a tap of a finger.

    ASUS has taken user feedback into account and ensured that the EeeKeyboard PC’s LED-backlit keys are precisely calibrated to ensure consistency in mechanical responsiveness, latency, and actuation pressure. The EeeKeyboard PC is engineered for both quality and durability, with its aluminum cover and UV-coated underside ensuring it looks brand new even after years of use.

    Specifications
    Model Name EK1542
    Operating System Windows® XP Home
    Display 5″, 800×480 Multi-touch Panel
    CPU Intel® Atom™ N270
    Chipset 945GSE / ICH7-M
    Default Memory DDR2 1GB on-board memory
    Hybrid Storage 16GB/32GB SSD
    Wireless Video Transfer Ultra-wideband Technology
    Wireless Data Network 802.11b/g/n @2.4GHz
    LAN 10/100/1000 Mbps
    Bluetooth V2.1
    Battery Life Internal battery (up to 4 hr)**
    Multi-media Video decoder Broadcom 70010/70012 Solution
    Speaker Speaker x2
    Built-in Mic Single Mic
    Interface (Rear IO Port) ˙ USB 2.0 x3
    ˙ HDMI out x 1
    ˙ VGA x 1
    ˙ Antenna (WAN + Ultra-wideband) x 1
    ˙ Giga Lan RJ-45 x 1
    ˙ Headphone-out jack x 1
    ˙ MIC x 1
    Receiver Interface ˙ HDMI out x 1
    Power Supply 12Vdc, 3A, 36W EeeKeyboard PC Power Adaptor
    5Vdc, 2.4A, 12W Ultra-wideband Power Adaptor
    Physical Dimension(mm) 145mm(L) x 425mm(H) x (10mm front ~ 24.4mm back)(H)
    Weight 1.1 kg (2.4 lb)
    Color Sliver
    Accessories Ultra-wideband Receiver (with Adapter)
    Quick Start Guide
    User Manual
    Warranty Card
    Recovery/Support DVD
    Power Adapter (36W)

    Note: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Please visit www.asus.com for more details.
    * The EeeKeyboard PC establishes a direct connection to HDMI or VGA display devices or a wireless connection to HDMI display devices via a receiver.
    ** Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns, and environmental conditions.

    God of War: Ghost of Sparta Announced For The PSP

    For all of you God of War fans, Sony announced God of War: Ghost of Sparta a new Hack and Slash Action title for the PSP handheld. This title is expected to include 25% more gameplay than God of War: Chains of Olympus, new weapons and magic abilities. The game is being developed by Ready At Dawn studios in close collaboration with Santa Monica studios (the original God of War devs).  God of War: Ghost of Sparta will pick up where the original God of War left off. Kratos is on a journey to get rid of his dreaded nightmares and find answers. We should hear more about this title close to E3 2010.

    stay tuned for updates.

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