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SEOUL, Dec. 31, 2013 — LG Electronics (LG) will be unveiling its newest Ultra PC (Model 13Z940) as well as second generation Tab-Book 2 hybrid devices (Models 11T740 and 11T540) at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, running from January 7 – 10, 2014.
Featuring slimmer designs, the company’s latest PC products weigh less than their pre-decessors and feature refined, minimalistic form factors. With upgraded capabilities and designs, all of the company’s newest PC products — including the attractive All-In-One (AIO) PC model 27V740 — feature Windows 8.1 and employ LG’s superior IPS dis-play technology, ensuring stunning color accuracy, motion clarity and wide viewing angle.
“Lightweight, beautiful and fast, the latest PC products from LG offer unmatched versatility,” said Hyoung-sei Park, head of the IT Business Division at LG Electronics’ Home Entertainment Company. “Our 2014 lineup is specifically designed to let customers take advantage of cutting-edge technology in a myriad of innovative ways. Essentially, the new generation of PC products from LG enables users to find the perfect computer for their needs, whether it’s for home, work, school or entertainment.”
LG Ultra PC — Lighter for More Mobility
The LG Ultra PC model 13Z940 weighs less than 1kg and sports a clean, minimalist de-sign. LG’s streamlined model offers improved processing, excellent graphics performance and extended battery life thanks to the Haswell Intel Core™ i5 processor. The LG Ultra PC also provides instantaneous booting with its solid-state drive (128GB or 256GB) for quick access and greater user convenience.
The 13Z940 Ultra PC has a Full HD 13.3-inch IPS display that incorporates the company’s Super Narrow Bezel design for an industry-leading 4.4mm thin bezels. The LG Ultra PC measures only 13.6mm at its thickest point and weighs in at a very travel-friendly 980g. The Ultra PC features Reader Mode, allowing the user to alter the background of any onscreen image to resemble paper, reducing eye-strain and energy consumption.
LG Tab-Book 2 — Redefining Convenience On the Go
The latest Tab-Book 2 models build on the success of LG’s original Tab-Book, which made its first appearance at CES 2013. Running Windows 8.1, both new models in the Tab-Book series are optimized for 10-point touch control and offer slide-out QWERTY keyboards hidden under the 11.6-inch touchscreen. With a press of a button on the side of the unit, the keyboard glides smoothly out from beneath the display for immediate action.
The flagship model 11T740 Tab-Book 2 is only 16.7mm thin, making it a superb solution for consumers wanting greater portability without sacrificing features. Tipping the scales at a just 1.05kg, this unique device incorporates an 11.6-inch Full HD IPS display for a maximum brightness of 400nit lumens for easy viewing outdoors. Perfectly suitable for both on-the-go entertainment and work, the model 11T740 Tab-Book 2 implements a fourth generation Intel Core™ i5 processor to deliver outstanding performance and a seamless user experience. Model 11T740’s little sister, model 11T540 Tab-Book 2, is even lighter at only 930g with a thickness of just 13.7mm.
LG AIO PC — Desktop Power and Convenience for Multimedia Fun
The LG 27-inch AIO PC has a crystal clear Full HD IPS display and runs the Windows 8.1 operating system. Perfectly at home as a TV, monitor or personal computer, the LG AIO PC can easily switch from computer to TV mode using the included remote without having to reboot the PC. For computing and graphics processing power, the new model contains an Intel Core™ CPU and NVIDIA GeForce GT 740M graphics card. What’s more, its picture-in-picture (PIP) feature makes it possible to watch TV and browse the internet simultaneously. The AIO PC is equipped with an HDMI jack to connect to a Blu-ray player, sound bar or other HD home entertainment components.
If you are practicing good magazine discipline, you have probably run into a situation where you have to change out an almost-empty/partially-filled magazine for a fresh one prior to entering a firefight. This is called a “tactical reload”. What to do with that other magazine though? You don’t want to put it in your dump pouch as, if things go bad, those few BBs left in the magazine could save your bacon. You don’t want to put it in your pouches for full magazines as you don’t want to get them confused in the intensity of of playing a game. Enter: The Regulation Tactical Reflex Mag Pouch Mk2. This mag pouch is where your tactical reloads go to hang out until you need to use them or are done playing. We would like to thank our friends over at AirsoftExtreme for sending us one to review.
The Regulation Tactical Reflex Mag Pouch Mk2 comes in Black, Ranger Green, Coyote Brown, and Multicam colors – with the Multicam variant costing an additional $5 dollars. It can be configured for three different magazine arrangements: Double-Stack, Single-Stack, and a Low-Profile option. In the Double-Stack mode, the metal insert is removed and two M4 airsoft magazines can be used in the pouch together. In this mode, a single magazine tends to move around in the pouch due to the lack of back-pressure. In Single-Stack mode, the metal insert is left inside the pouch and allows one magazine to be used in the pouch at any one time. It should be noted that, while in this mode, you can get two magazines to fit in the pouch at the same time. However, it is not to spec and it can cause problems in removing or inserting a magazine into the pouch. In Low-Profile mode the insert is removed and the back flaps are broken down a bit. This reduces the overall size of the pouch and fits one M4 style magazine. My personal choice is using the Reflex Mag Pouch Mk2 in Double-Stack mode, but you will have to try it to figure out what works for you.
One of the bets things about the Reflex Mag Pouch Mk2 is that it is capable of fitting multiple types of M4-style airsoft magazines. Standard M4 style magazines, PMAGS, EMAGS, and a plethora of others can fit inside this pouch with minor adjustments. The one type of magazine that absolutely will not work in the pouch are the Lancer style magazines with the large ridges that jut out from its surface. There is also a removable flap that hangs forward off the magazines via some cord when in use so that it wont’ get lost and, more importantly, not get in the way of accessing the pouch.
The Regulation Tactical Reflex Mag Pouch Mk2 retails for $29.99 unless you want the Multicam version which is an additional $5 dollars. You can find them over at airsoft e-tailer, AirsoftExtreme – just use the product link below.
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Las Vegas, NV, January 2014 – Tailor Toys LLC, will launch their PowerUp® 3.0 Smartphone controlled paper airplane conversion kit at the International CES Booth #36188, January 7-10, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
PowerUp® Toys fuse a unique combination of traditional origami with cutting edge technology. PowerUp® 3.0 utilizes Bluetooth Smart to convert your self-made paper airplane into a Smartphone-controlled flying machine.
Tailor Toys LLC has launched a Kickstarter campaign to finance PowerUp® 3.0, which has achieved a record breaking performance, leaving away behind its original $50,000 goal and reaching over $800,000 with 20 days till the end of the campaign. http://kck.st/IfPkIA More acknowledgment to the success and appeal of The PowerUp® 3.0 was received from the Popular Science Best of NY Toy Fair 2013 Award.
PowerUp® 3.0 is entirely app-controlled will be for both iOS and Android. Tilting the phone controls the high-precision rudder, allowing you to steer your plane. By Increasing or decreasing the propeller speed via a touch screen interface you can control the altitude of the aircraft.
The PowerUp® 3.0 Smartphone Controlled Paper Airplane Conversion Kit includes a Bluetooth Smart module enabling over 10 minutes of controlled flight, a Li-Ion rechargeable power pack (1000mAh) for both Smart module and Smartphone, micro USB cable, special template papers including an illustrated waterproof paper and a spare propeller and rudder all packed in a deluxe premium packaging.
The PowerUp® 3.0 is a durable crash proof design, exceptionally easy to use, with a range of up to 180 feet. Ages 14+ MSRP: $50. Available June 2014.
Oxnard, CA – December 30, 2013 – NYNE, an innovator of lifestyle-inspired audio products, will introduce the first fully waterproof, floating, Bluetooth 4.0 portable speaker at CES 2014: Aqua. The Aqua is IPX7 tested, featuring 100 percent waterproof protection for music enjoyment in the shower, by the pool, playing at the beach, or riding a snowmobile. No matter what outdoor adventure you choose, Aqua allows you to truly jam out with no worries. Aqua will be shown at 2014 International CES in the NYNE booth, Central Hall #11626.
“Aqua answers the need for a portable, high-quality audio speaker that can play music outdoors and withstand the elements,” said Arman Arami, president of NYNE. “With up to 10 hours of playtime, the party can last all day at the beach, pool, lake, campsite, or backyard, even when an unexpected rainstorm hits. Aqua plays music from any Bluetooth-enabled device within a 33-foot range, without a wired or dock connection, so your phone or tablet can stay easily accessible and dry.”
IPX7 approved, Aqua can be fully submersed in one meter of water for 30 minutes, so whether you knock it off the boat, or float it next to you in the pool, Aqua still pumps out the tunes. Additionally, Aqua is shock resistant to protect it from drops and everyday abuse. Its detachable waterproof silicon band allows for convenient carrying or hanging.
The NYNE Aqua also features a built-in waterproof microphone to answer incoming calls, listen to voicemails and hear text notifications. It has a 2200mAh Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery and a 3.5mm auxiliary input for an optional wired connection or non-Bluetooth devices.
Aqua is packed with close to 10 watts of power and equipped with an EQ button that delivers four preset equalizer settings. The speaker measures approximately 9.5″ wide by 5.2″ tall by 1.6″ deep.
Pricing & Availability
The new NYNE Aqua portable Bluetooth speaker will be available at retail in early second quarter 2014 in grey and blue. It will have an MSRP of $129.95.
City of Industry, Calif. – December 30, 2013 – MSI Computer Corp, leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, unveils its 2014 lineup during CES in Las Vegas. On display at the MGM Skyline Marquee Suites will be MSI’s next-generation GT, GE and GX gaming notebooks, Quadro workstations for mobile professionals, tablets, touchscreen laptops, a brand new 24-inch All-In-One Gaming PC and the recently released 3K GT60.
MSI’s 3K GT60 features a WQHD+ 3K display and is the world’s first model to utilize a high resolution display on a true gaming laptop/workstation. MSI will also be displaying their AMD Kabini based W20 tablet and the AMD configured S12T touchscreen laptop.
“MSI’s 2014 lineup of notebooks, tablets and AIOs embodies our commitment to delivering exceptional performance, constant innovation and magnificent style,” said Andy Tung, Vice President of Sales for MSI’s Pan America Region. “From the world’s thinnest gaming notebook to the first gaming AIO and powerful workstations, 2014 will be a year filled with outstanding products.”
Also available for demo are MSI’s CES Innovations Honorees, the GS70, world’s lightest and thinnest 17-inch gaming laptop, and the AG2712A All-In-One Gaming PC. The AG2712A utilizes AMD Radeon™ HD 8970M / R9 M290x discrete graphics card and MSI’s exclusive “Flicker-Free” and Blue Light Control display to reduce eye strain during long gaming sessions by eliminating flickering that’s invisible to the naked eye.
MSI brings forward a full form factor line up of motherboards and graphics cards that will be showcased at the 2014 CES. These include the Z87I GAMING AC and its companion GTX 760 GAMING ITX, the world’s first mini-ITX gaming graphics card with a revolutionary RADAX fan. MSI will also be announcing a new variety of AMD motherboards during the show.
For more information about the GS70, Gaming AIO or MSI’s complete line of award winning products, please visit us.msi.com, www.msimobile.com or www.usgaming.msi.com.
Denver – December 30, 2013 – ARCHOS, a pioneer in Android™ devices, invites you to stay connected anywhere and everywhere with the industry’s most comprehensive selection of connected objects for home and self, including a weather station, home camera, activity tracker, blood pressure monitor, smartwatches and more.
Capitalizing on the company’s extensive experience on mobile devices and Android, ARCHOS’ selection of well-designed connected objects offers an affordable solution aimed at enhancing connectivity at home and improving personal health and well-being.
ARCHOS connected objects are compatible with both Android and iOS platforms, provide real time information monitoring from anywhere and utilize Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity to ensure extended use without the need of recharging. Completely wireless and easy to pair, ARCHOS connected objects are miniaturized and styled to blend into your home environment.
“Mobile devices have become the center of our life and our demand for instant access to information creates the need for even more interconnectivity,” says Loic Poirier, CEO of ARCHOS. “ARCHOS’ new lineup of connected objects exemplifies the ability to share and access information and represents our vision of creating a universe where all devices complement and work together.”
ARCHOS Connected Home
Accessing the ecosystem from anywhere in the world and from any iOS or Android platform, users can retrieve data or command actions using the ARCHOS Smart Home App or the custom-designed Smart Home Tablet – a unique gateway that combines Android with multiple connected objects. ARCHOS’ proprietary app and 7” home gateway give users the ability to customize actions based on different scenarios or triggers such as turning on the light and recording video as soon as a motion sensor is activated.
Archos approach to this new solution is based on key principles such as sleek design and small accessories (the cam is the size of a pin pong ball), use of Bluetooth Low Energy for long lasting battery life, easy set-up of each connected objects and easy pairing with the Home Gateway and user’s phones or tablets.
ARCHOS’ ecosystem of Connected Home Objects, including a mini cam, motion ball, movement tag, weather tag and smart plug, adhere to the tenet that innovative solutions should be easy to use, unobtrusive and efficient.
ARCHOS will also unveil a Weather Station during CES 2014. The ARCHOS Weather Station provides both indoor and outdoor information including CO2 levels, humidity, temperature, atmospheric pressure and environmental noise levels. Similar to the Smart Home App, a proprietary Weather Station app will showcase home and national weather information while recording, tracking and graphing all data for historic comparison and analysis.
ARCHOS Connected Self
The ARCHOS Connected Self App will serve as the backbone application for all connected self devices and will provide key metrics for quick health assessment, display graphs to track activity over time and enable up to 8 different users to set goals to increase motivation. ARCHOS’ selection of Connected Self products on display during CES 2014 include:
ARCHOS Connected Scale – this elegant scale recognizes 4 difference users, measures body shape based on mass and height, tracks body fat mass to help users lose weight intelligently and is equipped with onboard memory to prevent data loss between synchronizations.
ARCHOS Activity Tracker – this stylish activity tracker monitors daily footsteps, calories burned and automatically displays time when synchronized with a smartphone. Recharges using USB connector and is equipped with a battery life of up to 7 days.
ARCHOS Blood Pressure Monitor – Easy and quick to use blood pressure monitor equipped with memory for over 40 different measurements also displays heart beat information. Comes with irregular heart beat detector and can filter data by time period (morning, day, night).
ARCHOS’ entire selection of connected objects will be on display during CES 2014 at Central Hall Booth 9844. ARCHOS will also be unveiling a selection of smartwatches starting at under $50. ARCHOS smartwatches embrace simplicity and function, feature a pebble-like design and will be compatible with both iOS and Android devices.
For more information about ARCHOS and its entire selection of Connected Devices, visit us during CES 2014 at Central Hall Booth 9844 or at www.ARCHOS.com
About ARCHOS
ARCHOS, a pioneer in the portable audio and video player market, and now specializing in Android Tablets and Smartphones, has repeatedly revolutionized the market for consumer electronics since 1988. Today, ARCHOS offers its own line of Android Tablets and Smartphones, as well as a full line of OEM devices. In 2000, ARCHOS launched the Jukebox 6000, the first MP3 player combined with a hard disk. In 2008, ARCHOS launched the first generation Internet Tablets, and then the first ever Android powered tablets in 2009. In 2013, ARCHOS launched its first generation of Smartphones with the ARCHOS Platinum series. ARCHOS has offices in the United States, Europe and Asia. ARCHOS is quoted on Compartment C of Eurolist, Euronext Paris, ISIN CodeFR0000182479. Website: www.archos.com.
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REDMOND, Wash. – Dec. 30, 2013 – Kinivo, producer of quality mobile device accessories, introduces the new WHD110 wireless HDMI extender kit, created for home audio and video to wirelessly stream content to your television in high definition. Kinivo’s WHD110 extends the wireless HDMI signal with a simple and convenient set-up process, eliminating unsightly cable clutter and streamlining your home’s entertainment system with this all-in-one solution.
The HDMI extender kit streams video and audio content up to 65 feet in open space or up to 40 feet indoors, depending on wall density, for a wireless connection between televisions, audio systems, laptops, gaming consoles, cable boxes, monitors and more. Kinivo’s WHD110 brings content from the small screen to the big screen and provides a simple way to wirelessly connect the Internet to your television.
Requiring no complicated set-up, users simply connect Kinivo’s compact transmitter to the output device and attach the receiver to the TV’s HDMI input to wirelessly stream audio and video over your home’s entertainment system. Kinivo’s WHD110 also brings the power of the internet to your living room with the ability to stream online content to your television screen.
Perfect for cutting the monthly cable bill, users can wirelessly connect their television screen to a laptop or desktop and directly stream video instantly.
“The WHD110 updates your home’s entertainment system by providing advanced features with hardly any set-up required,” says Kinivo VP of Operations Neeraj Srivastava. “Completely customize your home’s entertainment system with wireless streaming and connect with your favorite devices in an entirely new way.”
Specs:
• Wireless frequency: 5 GhZ
• 1080p resolution and 3D support
• 40 feet indoor range, 65 feet in open spaces
• Removable stands for transmitter and receiver included
• Video Format Support TV: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 480p; PC: up to 1920×1080
• Audio Format Support: PCM, DTS and DOLBY DIGITAL
Kinivo’s WHD110 Wireless 5GhZ HDMI extender kit is now available on Amazon.com and Kinivo.com for $139. To connect with Kinivo, visit Facebook or Twitter.
December 27, 2013 — Gaijin Entertainment wishes everyone Happy New Year and launches second wave of Closed Beta program for Ground Forces Expansion for military MMO game War Thunder. Selected players, who participated in various daily in-game challenges during November, will continue to receive invites to Closed Beta during second wave.
For users that want exclusive content that will become collector’s items once the Open Beta for Ground Forces starts, there is an option to purchase one of the advanced packs at http://online.gaijinent.com. All of these packs also grant access to the Closed Beta, and they will remain available for purchase until Open Beta starts.
For everyone interested in Ground Forces development, Gaijin Entertainment published a series of Closed Beta diaries (read part one, two and three about damage model and customization system), and also organized live-stream (http://www.twitch.tv/warthunder/b/490335842) event with developers.
As a part of “Winter Magic” festivities, starting from December, 25th to January, 12th all players can complete special tasks and get one or both unique premium aircrafts: heavy Soviet bomber TB-3 and Grumman XF5F! Also, completing all tasks on 1-10th of January will grant an extra-bonus – one week of Premium account for free!
Every day users can vote at the War Thunder official forums for the discounts they want the next day, and War Thunder team will also be giving away additional special gifts on daily basis!
Over 5 million players already know the enjoyment of raining down aerial destruction via the PC-version of War Thunder and this fan base continues exponential growth. War Thunder is currently in Open Beta on PC and PlayStation 4, and in development for Mac OS and Oculus Rift. Download War Thunder for free from the official website and join in a heated battle to dominate the skies: http://warthunder.com.
Rothco sent us over one of their new MOLLE Plate Carrier Vests to review, and I am very glad they did. Most airsofters who are serious about the game know about brands like Flyye, Eagle Industries, and LBT. However, Rothco has often been seen as an economy brand, not suited for long-term play. After taking some real time to review this vest, I am confident in saying that this is not the case at all. In fact, having owned both Flyye and Eagle Industries plate carriers in the past, I would say that this Rothco MOLLE vest is of above average quality and very well-suited for Milsim style game usage.
In terms of its build quality, the Rothco MOLLE Plate Carrier Vest is made from 600D Denier Polyester. While not as thick as the Flyye 6094’s 1000D material, the Rothco model is strong and I found no evidence of tears or weakness. The vest is even double-stitched at most of the stress points I could find, making it VERY tear resistant. The back of the Polyester panels are lined with a vinyl like material that adds a lot of rigidity and durability to the vest. The inner side of the front and back panels are lined with a soft material that absorbs some shock and makes the vest very comfortable to wear.
Rothco’s MOLLE Plate Carrier Vest has some awesome features that even some higher-end models don’t – such as the option to remove the cummerbund and still use the vest as well as the addition of a nifty cummerbund cord clip/lock. Why are these so important? In airsoft, often times you will fine yourself wearing a heavy military blouse, jacket, or shirt that might do a fine job of deflecting some of the pain from being hit all on its own. So, the added protection of a full vest might not be that important to you – you would probably be using it more for gear pouches and the like. Once the cummerbund is removed, the Rothco MOLLE Plate Carrier Vest allows for some really fast movement as well as arm range of motion – only at the expense of the side panels. Many players won’t even miss these side MOLLE areas because they put gear on a combat belt. Of course, if you prefer the cummerbund’s side panels, you can leave them on and reap the benefits of how it hugs your body slightly better than just using the two quick-release straps. The choice is yours and that is the greatest part about how Rothco designed this vest. In addition, leaving the cummerbund attached allows you to make use of its side armor panel pouches for even more Milsim play.
The previously-mentioned cummerbund cord clip/lock is simply brilliant. Often times with cummerbunds, even very expensive models, the paracord cord which holds the two side pieces together can slip out unless you knot it well. Even worse, sizing the cummerbund can take some trial and error – meaning you have to keep tying and untying the cord each time you want to make an adjustment. With Rothco’s cummerbund cord clip/lock, adjusting how much “give” is in the two pieces of the cummerbund is simple. Then, once you get the size correct, you can tie a knot above the clip/lock just to make sure it won’t come undone. This decreases sizing time quite a bit and I wish more plate carriers threw these in with their shipments.
A final note about this plate carrier is that it is very forgiving in terms of the size of the wearer. The vest is able to expand quite a bit for the larger folks and is a fine size for medium build individuals and up. For smaller-framed people, they may find that the Rothco plate carrier is a bit too big for their comfort.
The Rothco MOLLE Plate Carrier Vest is a terrific bargain for $111.49 at Rothco’s official website. It comes in black, coyote tan, and olive drab colors and accommodates up to large SAPI style plates in the front and back panels as well as two side armor plates for enhanced BB protection. I can’t say enough positive things about this vest, it is an excellent purchase.
Product Page: http://www.rothco.com/product-details/rothco-molle-plate-carrier-vest
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