Arctic Cooling has introduced a new lineup of F Pro TC fans, this series includes 80mm, 92mm and 120mm models.
Unlike other generic temperature controlled case fans, the ARCTIC F Pro TC fan provides cooling according to not only the temperature, but also the overall necessity for cooling.

The revolutionary programmed temperature controller plays a key role. As shown in the chart, when case ambient air temperature is at safe level 0

I'm a little late posting this (yesterday's news really) but Google has officially announced that they plan to release a Chrome based OS. Google Chrome OS is an open source, lightweight operating system that will initially be targeted at netbooks. Google plans to open-source its code later this year and offer Google powered netbooks in 2010. Company officials confirmed that Google Chrome OS will run on both x86 as well as ARM chips. Google is currently working with multiple OEMs to bring a number of netbooks to market next year bundled with the new Chrome OS.

Google Chrome OS is an open source, lightweight operating system that will initially be targeted at netbooks. Later this year we will open-source its code, and netbooks running Google Chrome OS will be available for consumers in the second half of 2010. Because we're already talking to partners about the project, and we'll soon be working with the open source community, we wanted to share our vision now so everyone understands what we are trying to achieve.

Speed, simplicity and security are the key aspects of Google Chrome OS. We're designing the OS to be fast and lightweight, to start up and get you onto the web in a few seconds. The user interface is minimal to stay out of your way, and most of the user experience takes place on the web. And as we did for the Google Chrome browser, we are going back to the basics and completely redesigning the underlying security architecture of the OS so that users don't have to deal with viruses, malware and security updates. It should just work.

Google Chrome OS will run on both x86 as well as ARM chips and we are working with multiple OEMs to bring a number of netbooks to market next year. The software architecture is simple

When Guru3D reviewed the OCZ Vertex, we where flabbergasted, when we tested the G.Skill Falcon SSD, we where absolutely amazed. And today's product from Patriot memory is not at all different.

Armed with a very sexy multi-channel Indilinx SSD controller and a nice fat 64MB cache we'll be looking at the Patriot Torqx 128GB SSD. A drive that has the latest revision firmware installed and when we bring it onto automotive terms .. an SSD with a lot of torque.

Check out this review right here.

NVIDIA today released a SLI profile patch, which is meant to accelerate a number of games when ran on systems with multiple NVIDIA video cards.

This version of the NVIDIA SLI profile patch should be used with v186.18 display driver.

It adds support for the following PC games:

• Anno 1404 (Dawn of Discovery)
• ARMA II All NVIDIA SLI PCs

This patch applies to all NVIDIA SLI PCs with Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7, both 32-bit and 64-bit.

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Thermalright is working on an improved version of T-Rad 2, under the name T-Rad 2 GTX.

Dimensions are L228 x W140 x H25 mm and its weight is just over 360 gram, there are six nickel-plated heatpipes and a cooling surface that gives the option to install two 92 mm fans or a big 120 mm fan.

• Light and Slim designed heatsink; 25mm in total height with large cooling surface area.
• Options to install two 92mm fans or one 120mm quiet fan.
• Supports multiple nVidia and ATI video cards in SLI and Cross Fire mode.
• Six nickel-plated heatpipes to reduce oxidation effect, maintaining top performance for long term usage.
• Features an all copper base and soldering technology that has each heatsink fin soldered to the heatpipes for a definite contact in producing high efficiency rate of heat transfer.
• Dimension:L228 x W140 x H25 mm
• Weight:360g
• Recommended Fan:All 92 x 92 x 25 fans / All 120 x 120 x 25 fans
• Heat pipes:Six heat pipes / Nickel Plated
• Base material:Copper Base

The T-Rad 2 GTX is compatible with NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS (G92), 8800 GT, 9800 GTX, GTS 250, GTX 280, and AMD Radeon HD 2600, HD 2900, HD 3870, HD 4850, HD 4890 cards. The cooler's pricing is not yet finalized, but is likely to be priced at roughly 40 EUR.

BFG Technologies announced today the launch of two new additions to BFG

OCZ Technology Group, a worldwide leader in innovative, ultra-high performance and high reliability memory and computer components, today released the latest addition to their premium Vertex solid state drive series, the Vertex Turbo Edition. The tried-and-true architecture and performance of the original Vertex has been upgraded to meet the demands of enthusiasts and other performance-seeking users who benefit from SSD technology. The Vertex Turbo Series maximizes the potential for ultimate productivity and state-of-the-art computing experience, by increasing both the host clock-speed and the SDR DRAM Cache to 180 MHz versus 166 MHz on the original series.

OCZ Vertex Turbo Series provides a cutting-edge design for enthusiasts looking to transform their desktops or laptops. Enabled by a proprietary firmware and 64 MB of 180 MHz DRAM cache, the Vertex Turbo Edition ramps up performance levels to new heights, while providing the snappy computing, longer battery life, and shorter boot-ups users have enjoyed from the original. The Vertex Turbo delivers best-in-class read and write speeds clocking in at up to 270 MB/s read and 210 MB/s write along with the lower power consumption and superior durability compared to conventional hard drives.

OCZ continues to pioneer the flash-based storage initiative, by offering a variety of performance options and expanding its reach to all areas of computing interests and system preferences. OCZ Vertex Turbo is the result of the latest breakthroughs in SSD technology that translates to enthusiast-class data storage enthusiasts have come to expect from OCZ. Available in capacities of 30 GB (32), 60 GB (64), 120 GB (128), and 250 GB (256), Vertex Turbo SSDs offers ample room for all your data and comes backed with an industry leading 3 Year Warranty and OCZ's exemplary service and support.

Well so ... overclocked SSDs :--)

Razer, the world

Well, I did see this coming. Corsair today informed the community that they will temporarily stop selling top of the line Dominator GT DDR3 modules due to an issue with the Elpida chips used in them.

The DDR3-2000 CAS 7 Elpida chips also called

Google on Tuesday announced that its widely used applications and services are now out of the Beta phase, including Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs and Google Talk in both enterprise and consumer guises. The software giant does defend its decision to keep the beta versions of its apps around for so long, saying it differs from the traditional definition of beta as its Google Apps have service level agreements, 24/7 support and standards that meet or exceed non-beta software. Software tagged beta traditionally represents an unfinished product that is still being tested for bugs.

Gmail has carried its beta tag for over five years, but remained virtually trouble-free during this period. Google points out more than 1.75 million companies, itself included, use Google Apps to run their operations.

Even though the beta logos will be removed today, Google claims it will continue to develop the applications. Users will still have the option in Gmail's Labs tab in Settings to place the beta label and general look back into the Gmail interface.

At the same time, Google announced new Google Apps feature for large enterprises that include mail delegation, mail retention and enhancements to Apps reliability.

Rumors surfaced from Seagate that their enterprise solid state disks have not been delayed until 2011, as a Investment Bank Pacific Crest Securities analyst claimed last week. The HDD firm says their first SSDs will arrive later this year:

Seagate was quick to respond with the following statement.

Sega Toys will release the Dream Cat Venus by the end of the month in Japan, this is a toy cat with sensors in its body so that it can react when petted. Pricing in Japan is about the equivalent of $110.

Dream Cat Venus -- as this one's been dubbed -- has sensors in its forehead, and touch sensors in its body so that it can react when petted. Apparently more lifelike than previous version Smile, Venus also purrs when certain words are spoken. Sega Toys says this is the right choice for those who just don't have the time for a real pet.

Seriously, just get a fricking real cat ! Saves the kids from having nightmares as well.

Guys, definitely download this movie I posted in the download section. Techland send us the the first part of the demonstration movie for their 3D game engine - Chrome Engine 4 called

Own a netbook and want to look like a complete dork ? Well, with Wi-Fi hotspots being so popular these days, you might want to pick up this $21 Wi-Fi Detecting Baseball Cap which comes with a green glowing signal strength indicator that will dynamically display the current Wi-Fi signal strength. Powered by two CR2032 batteries, you might as well pair this up with a Wi-Fi detecting t-shirt alongside a Wi-Fi enabled cellphone to make sure you've got all your bases covered.

Okay okay I admit .. it's a little cool.

Synology launched the new 2.5" 4-bay Disk Station DS409slim, a highly anticipated addition to the 09 series product line that brings lower power consumption, virtually quiet operations and an extremely small footprint both physically and financially while providing the same reliable data sharing and backup solution that Synology is well known for.

The DS409slim is equipped with a 1.2 GHz CPU, 128MB DDRII RAM, one Gigabit LAN port, two USB2.0 ports and one eSATA port. The snap-in disk tray requires minimal effort to install and replace disks. Supporting up to 2 TB with the combination of four 2.5" SATA or SSD hard drives of 500GB which is the largest capacity on the market, it remains stylish and compact (120 x 105 x 142 mm).

The adoption of 2.5" hard drives helps to increase shock tolerance and MTBF and reduce power consumption. The DS409slim consumes only 19 watts under normal operation with four hard drives installed. The smart fan design keeps the DS409slim's fan off under normal operations and brings quiet operation.

"The DS409slim fulfills of the desire to be eco-friendly while enjoying a quiet and reliable NAS server with rich business and multimedia applications," said by Edward Lin, marketing director of Synology. The Disk Station Manager 2.1 firmware supports Windows ADS integration, cross platform data sharing, RAID data protection and several backup alternatives. As for multimedia applications, Download Station 2 functions as a 24x7 BitTorrent, FTP, HTTP, eMule and NZB download center. Audio Station supports music, Internet radio stations, and iPod playback with connected USB speakers. UPnP support allows users to stream multimedia files with an UPnP DMA on a stereo system or a TV-set. Sony PS3 and Microsoft Xbox360 are also supported.

Synology will release the beta version of Disk Station Manager 2.2 in July 2009 and the official version in September 2009, further catering users' desire for hassle-free digital content sharing and storage. The new DLNA compliant Media Server ensures interoperability between DS409slim and various DLNA certified CE, PC and mobile devices. The iPhone support allows users to upload photos to DS409slim or to browse photos stored on DS049slim with iPhone/iPod Touch. Streaming music stored on DS409slim with iPhone/iPod Touch is also supported. The DSM 2.2 firmware, with many more to discover, will be free for download on Synology's official website. The DS409slim is now shipping.

It's been announced finally. We mentioned this motherboard a couple of times already, buit here we go:

The ASUS ROG (Republic of Gamers) Crosshair III Formula uses the AMD AM3 socket platform, together with CPU Level Up real-time overclocking and bundling a SupremeFX X-Fi sound card.  

The Crosshair III Formula also includes ASUS

More details about Intel's Lynnfield and Clarksfield launch lineup surfaced. There are claims the first three Core i7/i5 Lynnfield desktop processors will feature clockspeeds of 2.66GHz, 2.8GHz and 2.93GHz, with Turbo Boost modes of 3.2GHz, 3.46GHz and 3.6GHz, respectively. These quad-core LGA1156 chips will have a TDP of 95W, the launch is slated for the second week of September.

The mobile quad-core Clarksfield processor is expected by the end of September or late October, if I correctly interpreted the Chinese text. There will be two Core i7 branded processors and one Core i7 Extreme Edition model. The latter one has a 2GHz clockspeed with 3.2GHz Turbo Boost mode, while the other chips are clocked at 1.6GHz and 2.8GHz, with 2.8GHz and 3.06GHz Turbo Boost modes. All three chips have 8MB L3 cache but the TDP is on the high side. The Core i7 models have a TDP of 45W while the Core i7 Extreme Edition is a 55W hot powerhouse.

via hkepc