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• TYAN releases server with astounding 64-bay front load SSD slotsTYAN demonstrates a server that provides an imressive capacbility for high-density flash storage.Jun 6, 2014 3:18 AM CDT
• Tyan demonstrates high-performance GPU computing platforms at ComputexTyan continues to innovate in thee HPC market with GPU-enabled server offerings.Jun 6, 2014 2:49 AM CDT
• Samsung teams up with Barnes & Noble for new Nook tabletsSamsung and Barnes & Noble team up to bring Galaxy Tab 4 notebooks paired with Barnes & Noble e-reader software.Jun 5, 2014 4:49 PM CDT
• Simplelocker ransomware targets Android, encrypts your SD cardInstalling unknown software, or visiting suspicious websites, could lead to Google Android users being infected with ransomware.Jun 5, 2014 1:49 PM CDT
• Microsoft Xbox One update adds more GPU bandwidthMicrosoft Xbox One software update will add more GPU bandwidth for developers to take advantage of along with other features.Jun 5, 2014 11:05 AM CDT
• PowerbyProxi shows off wireless charging bowls for gadgetsPowerbyProxi is showing off a wireless charging bowl that produces 15W of power and can charge multiple devices.Jun 5, 2014 8:00 AM CDT
• Sandisk displays ULLtraDIMM enabled server at Computex 2014Sandisk demonstrates their ULLtraDIMM solution in the Supermicro booth at Computex 2014.Jun 4, 2014 11:51 PM CDT
• Skrillex joins the Transformers: Age of Extinction sound design crewA new career possibly beckoning the electronic musician behind 'Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites'Jun 4, 2014 11:46 PM CDT
• Sandisk opens up 4TB SSD behemoth Optimus MAX for inspectionSandisk lets us take a look inside their 4TB Optimus MAX.Jun 4, 2014 11:28 PM CDT
• Plextor displays new PlexTurbo caching software at Computex 2014Plextor plans to remain competitive through superior firmware and software options.Jun 4, 2014 10:50 PM CDT
• Areca displays new 12Gb/s RAID controller and Thunderbolt 2 enclosuresAreca displays their latest high-performance RAID controller and new Thunderbolt 2 products.Jun 4, 2014 10:26 PM CDT
• Popular mobile game Temple Run tops 1 billion download markPopular mobile game Temple Run has topped 1 billion downloads, and the game studio behind Temple Run has more to offer in the future.Jun 4, 2014 10:22 PM CDT
• ADATA demo's DDR4 and SandForce SF3700 SSD at Computex 2014ADATA demonstrates the SF3700 in two configurations and the neweest DDR4 technology.Jun 4, 2014 9:59 PM CDT
• LUXA2 amps up its audio game at Computex 2014LUXA2 introduces some interesting new audio products at Computex 2014.Jun 4, 2014 9:10 PM CDT
• Privacy campaigner creates Google Glass jamming deviceIrritated by the potential pervasiveness of Google Glass, one member of Stop The Cyborgs has built a program that stops Google Glass from connecting at all.Jun 4, 2014 8:11 PM CDT
• US Secret Service on the hunt for sarcasm-detecting analytics softwareThe US Secret Service wants social media analytics software that is able to understand tone and recognize sarcasm.Jun 4, 2014 7:47 PM CDT
• Facebook has encryption on its roadmap, security chief claimsFacebook's security chief suggested governments will have a harder time snooping when it deploys end-to-end encryption.Jun 4, 2014 5:27 PM CDT
• EVGA show off gaming mice and keyboard at Computex 2014EVGA expand their product line up with gaming peripherals.Jun 4, 2014 9:47 AM CDT
• Clevo's P377SM-A notebook features Radeon R9 M290X GPUs in CrossFireClevo's notebooks impressed at Computex, with a crazy SLI- or CrossFire-capable notebook on display, and much more.Jun 4, 2014 8:18 AM CDT
• InWin's new H-Frame Mini is a true work of art, with water coolingInWin showed off its small, but water cooled H-Frame Mini at Computex 2014.Jun 4, 2014 7:51 AM CDT
• BitFenix's ATLAS case is gigantic, but beautifulBitFenix showed off the ATLAS chassis at Computex, capable of insane water cooling and HDD setups.Jun 4, 2014 5:18 AM CDT
• Europe launches enormous civilian robotics programmeAn initiative announced by the European Commission seeks to bolster the EU's position in the global robotics industry.Jun 3, 2014 8:14 PM CDT
• Research to bring holograms to smartphones currently under wayOstendo Technologies has a low-cost pico projector solution that will be able to project 3D holographic images from smartphones in 2015-2016.Jun 3, 2014 5:41 PM CDT
• McAfee says majority of youth have witnessed cyberbullying activitiesMcAfee study finds most youth have suffered - or witnessed - some form of cyberbullying, and the problem is only growing more.Jun 3, 2014 2:44 PM CDT
• ROCCAT announces the Tyon gaming mouseGaming peripheral company ROCCAT has unveiled the Tyon customizable gaming mouse, providing an enhanced level of modifications for gamers to make.Jun 3, 2014 1:37 PM CDT
• G.Skill show off next generation RAM with DDR4 kitsG.Skill were on point today at Computex, unveiling some super-fast DDR4 RAM.Jun 3, 2014 7:09 AM CDT
• GIGABYTE goes for gold with its latest motherboardsGIGABYTE unveiled some truly awesome boards at Computex this year.Jun 3, 2014 6:35 AM CDT
• Zotac's new ZBOX features an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860MFor something that fits in your hand, Zotac has crammed quite the kit of PC in its new ZBOX.Jun 3, 2014 6:19 AM CDT
• Fractal Design unveil a new all-in-one water cooling kitShowing off their latest venture, it looks like Fractal does all-in-one water cooling right.Jun 3, 2014 5:55 AM CDT
• Thermaltake had some gorgeous cases on display at Computex 2014Come with us, for a walk through Thermaltake's impressive line up of cases being shown off at Computex.Jun 3, 2014 5:02 AM CDT
• The X99 motherboard tease begins, with the EVGA X99 FTW motherboardEVGA tease its upcoming X99-based motherboard, the EVGA X99 FTW.Jun 3, 2014 4:35 AM CDT
• NCA claims UK has just two weeks to prepare for Cryptolocker onslaughtBritain's National Crime Agency has warned users have just two weeks to prepare for a joint GoZeus and Cryptolocker assault.Jun 2, 2014 8:39 PM CDT
• In Win's new S-Frame case, an incredible work of art at $799Priced at $799, In Win's new S-Frame chassis is an exclusive chassis that will see the first batch topped at 500 units.Jun 2, 2014 8:00 PM CDT
• Crucial announces the new MX100, a replacement for M500 with 16nmCrucial unleashes 16nm flash in MX100 a M500 replacement.Jun 2, 2014 7:13 PM CDT
• Reddit, others pledge support for anti-NSA Reset The Net campaignReddit and other major sites are pledging support for an online, anti-NSA spying day of action.Jun 2, 2014 7:04 PM CDT
• WD demonstrates new PCIe SATA Express HDD at Computex 2014WD demonstrates the new radically fast SATA Express connection for their next line of dual-drive storage products.Jun 2, 2014 7:00 PM CDT
• Correct pronunciation of 'Nike' finally revealedEnterprising duo solve one of life's mysteries.Jun 2, 2014 6:39 PM CDT
• Apple's iOS 8 to feature home automation and message overhaulAmong the new features in Apple's iOS 8 are home automation control, an official quantifiable health app and new ways to navigate.Jun 2, 2014 5:21 PM CDT
• Xbox 360 Xbox Live Gold members get free Dark Souls gameXbox 360 gamers will get cool free games with their Xbox Live Gold membership this month, Xbox One gamers to get games in the future.Jun 2, 2014 10:03 AM CDT
• Marvel potentially cancelling Fantastic Four comic to spite Fox filmWould Disney sacrifice comic sales to sabotage rival film project?Jun 2, 2014 2:29 AM CDT
• GIGABYTE unveils the incredibly powerful AORUS X3 gaming notebookGIGABYTE's new AORUS X3 gaming notebook features NVIDIA's GeForce GTX 870M with 6GB of VRAM.Jun 1, 2014 10:44 PM CDT
• Patent royalties make up over 25% of a smartphone's pricePaying $400 for a new smartphone? 1/4 of that goes directly to patent loyalties.Jun 1, 2014 9:59 PM CDT
• Galaxy Tab S 8.4 press renders also leaked, also packs AMOLED displaySamsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 press renders leaked, continues the Galaxy S5 theme on its new high-end tablets.Jun 1, 2014 8:26 PM CDT
• ASUS rebels against Intel, adds Devil Canyon support to Z87 boardsIntel wanted motherboard makers to push users to upgrade to Z97, ASUS bucked the trend and added support for Devil's Canyon on Z87.Jun 1, 2014 7:32 PM CDT
• Watch Dogs woes: you'd better have 2GB of VRAM or moreHaving issues with Watch Dogs? Do you have a GPU with over 2GB of VRAM? If not, this could be one big issue.Jun 1, 2014 9:49 AM CDT
• Intel rumored to show off Broadwell-based 2-in-1 device at ComputexIntel to unveil a new tablet-laptop hybrid at Computex based on its next-gen Broadwell technology.Jun 1, 2014 4:35 AM CDT
• Psy's 'Gangnam Style' video hits 2 billion views on YouTubeDress classy and dance cheesy! Korean pop star Psy's "Gangnam" style music video became the first to reach 2 billion, in less than two years.May 31, 2014 1:28 PM CDT
• Samsung working with Oculus VR on VR headset for mediaSamsung isn't just working on its own VR headset, it is teaming up with Oculus VR for a media-focused VR product, too.May 31, 2014 6:58 AM CDT
• ASUS reminds us that 4K monitors with 120Hz are still 1-2 years awayASUS says that 120Hz-capable 4K monitors are a couple of years away.May 31, 2014 5:31 AM CDT
• Apple iOS 7 market share approaches 90 percent for iPhone ownersApple iOS 7 controls 90 percent of iPhone and 85 percent of iPad market shares, as Apple prepares to announce iOS 8.May 30, 2014 9:45 PM CDT
• After Heartbleed, 'Cupid' could hit Wi-Fi routers & Android devicesA new proof of concept shows how Heartbleed could be used to compromise routers and Android devices.May 30, 2014 7:27 PM CDT
• UK PM's adviser urges Google to do more to curb online piracyThe British Prime Minister's intellectual property adviser has released a report urging Google and other search companies to do more to combat piracy.May 30, 2014 7:14 PM CDT
• Wireless payments struggle, as near field communication interest growsNear Field Communication will continue to advance at a rapid pace moving forward, despite security risks, as more U.S. consumers become comfortable with it.May 30, 2014 6:45 PM CDT
• Whopping 47% of Americans have been hit by hackers in past 12 monthsHalf of U.S. adults have been affected by a data breach in the past year alone, with companies unsure how to fend off numerous attacks.May 30, 2014 3:46 PM CDT
• TrueCrypt reportedly developers jump ship, free tool reportedly doneThe free and open source TrueCrypt encryption tool is no more, following developers pulling the plug on their popular software offering.May 30, 2014 3:16 PM CDT
• We get some hands-on time with the shrunken In Win D-Frame MiniBefore Computex kicks off, we go to the In Win factory and take a look at the sleek new D-Frame Mini chassis.May 30, 2014 6:39 AM CDT
• Red Dead Redemption described as a permanent franchise by Take-Two CEOTake-Two CEO puts Red Dead franchise in permanent status alongside Borderlands, Grand Theft Auto, and other franchises.May 30, 2014 6:00 AM CDT
• Owner and operator of BlackShades pleads not guilty, faces 15 yearsThe Swedish owner and operator of BlackShades pleaded not guilty and faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.May 30, 2014 12:17 AM CDT
• Microsoft reportedly ready to jump into crowded smartwatch marketMicrosoft is the latest major technology company ready to jump into an extremely crowded smartwatch market that will only continue to grow.May 29, 2014 11:41 PM CDT
• FireEye suggests link between malware growth and Ukraine conflictA growth in malware can be linked to escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, according to a report.May 29, 2014 2:02 PM CDT
• Seagate to Acquire LSI Flash Business from AvagoSeagate to Acquire LSI Flash Business from Avago.May 29, 2014 1:33 PM CDT
• Google's Laszlo Bock admits biz is "miles" from workforce diversityIn a new report, Google is candid about its workforce diversity and admits it's "miles" from where it wants to be.May 29, 2014 1:03 PM CDT
• Uber plans to adopt autonomous cars when they are availableUber says that it will adopt autonomous driverless cars as soon as they are available, which could result in lower fares for passengers.May 29, 2014 7:08 AM CDT
• Microsoft creates real-time Skype language translation serviceMicrosoft shows off a new translator service that lets people speak via Skype in real-time in their native language with someone who speaks a different lan.May 29, 2014 5:37 AM CDT
• Samsung introduces major digital health initiative during eventSamsung pledges $50 million to help startups and companies trying to innovate digital health efforts industry-wide.May 28, 2014 4:06 PM CDT
• Microsoft CEO kills any thoughts of Xbox spinoffMicrosoft's Satya Nadella has squashed the rumors that the software giant may be considering a spin off for the Xbox division.May 28, 2014 6:04 AM CDT
• New AMD drivers offer huge performance jumps for Watch Dogs, and moreAMD's latest Catalyst 14.6 Beta offer some massive changes, with 25%+ performance for Watch Dogs.May 27, 2014 10:29 PM CDT
• Canada rules electronic device use A-OK for all air flight phasesTransport Canada has given the go ahead to using electronic devices at all phases of a flight.May 27, 2014 6:25 PM CDT
• British authorities shut the web's biggest Torrent search, Torrentz.EUFollowing a series of warning letters, British authorities have suspended the domain for Torrentz.EU, the largest torrent search on the web.May 27, 2014 1:16 PM CDT
• Three of upcoming Intel Haswell-E desktop processors detailedThe new Haswell-E HEDT processors lineup will be the first to support DDR4 memory.May 27, 2014 9:37 AM CDT
• Intel Devil's Canyon and Unlocked Pentium's pricing and details leakedIntel's specifications for Devil's Canyon and its 20th Anniversary Pentium-class processor leaked along, along with the pricing.May 27, 2014 6:39 AM CDT
• Samsung patent app for new smartwatch shows image recognition and moreSamsung has a new patent app that outlines a smartwatch with some interesting new features including image recognition and gesture control.May 27, 2014 6:34 AM CDT
• Disney's 'Frozen' has become the fifth highest-grossing movie everFrozen continues to make mountains of money, officially becomes the fifth highest-grossing movie of all time, overtaking Iron Man 3.May 27, 2014 3:41 AM CDT
• 3-year-old remembers he was murdered in a past life, locates old bodyA 3-year-old boy has said he remembers his past life, says he was murdered with an axe and buried - leads people to his old skeleton.May 27, 2014 12:58 AM CDT
• Download the ctOS Mobile companion app for Watch Dogs nowUbisoft unveils the mobile companion app for Watch Dogs: ctOS Mobile.May 27, 2014 12:27 AM CDT

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