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Razer Unveils Nommo Speaker Line

2018/01/09

LAS VEGAS (CES 2018) – Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced a new speaker line for PCs, the Razer Nommo and Nommo Pro. The Nommo Pro is a no- compromise, THX Certified, 2.1 speaker system with Dolby Virtual Speaker technology for gaming immersion. The Razer Nommo a 2.0 speaker system is a price-performing alternative for balanced, full-range sound.

The Nommo speaker range was engineered to aid gamers with sensing environmental factors. The entire range features accurate positional audio using true left and right stereo imaging to help ensure gamers know exactly where sounds are coming from for quicker more accurate response. Additionally the Nommo Pro features Independent Tweeters for enhanced highs to catch minute details in gaming audio.

PC users who use their systems as multimedia entertainment centres can enjoy full-range, balanced audio for movies and music.

Razer Nommo Pro

The Razer Nommo Pro is a premium 2.1 speaker system that delivers a uniquely powerful audio experience with great range, depth and clarity. The system is THX Certified, rising to the highest standards of cinematic sound. It includes Dolby Virtual Speaker technology for an added layer of immersion with simulated 5.1 surround sound. Its Dupont™ Kevlar coated driver’s project solid mids, while independent silk-woven tweeters per satellite produce smooth and balanced highs. A cylindrical downward firing subwoofer promotes airflow for consistent, deep tones.

The Razer Nommo Pro features a USB, Optical, Bluetooth and 3.5-millimeter jack and control pod that places volume, source controls and a headphone jack within reach.

EQ settings and bass levels can be customized with Razer Synapse 3 (beta), and a dedicated “Nommo Pro” mobile app is available on Android and iOS. Users can fire-up Spotify and other music apps on their mobile device to listen through the speakers via Bluetooth.

The Razer Nommo Pro is powered by Razer Chroma, affording a palette of 16.8 million color choices.

The Razer Nommo is an everyday 2.0 speaker system with technology to bring out full range sound with Custom Woven Glass Fiber 3 Inch drivers for power and clarity and elongated rear-firing bass ports to help produce higher amount of bass while reducing distortion at high volume levels.

For more versatility in sound the Razer Nommo features bass control with Automatic Gain Control to help maintain integrity of bass. Additionally this helps to adjust EQ settings for boosted clarity at lower bass levels and balanced highs and lows at higher bass levels.

The Razer Nommo Chroma – A Chroma variation with USB connectivity and an inbuilt DAC is available too.

Nommo, Nommo Chroma and Nommo Pro Comparison

	Nommo	Nommo Chroma	Nommo Pro
Hardware	· 2 x 3 inch Custom Woven Glass Fiber 3 Inch Drivers · Rear-firing Bass Ports	· 2 x 3 inch Custom Woven Glass Fiber 3 Inch Drivers · Rear-firing Bass Ports	· 2 x 3 inch Full Range Dupont™ Kevlar Coated Drivers · 2x 0.8 inch Silk Dome Tweeters · 1 x 6 inch Subwoofer (downward firing) · Control Pod
Features		· Razer Chroma · Built in DAC	· THX Certified · Dolby Virtual Speaker · Razer Chroma
Made For Gaming Features	· Accurate Positional Audio	· Accurate Positional Audio ·	· Accurate Positional Audio · Independent Tweeters
Connectivity	· 3.5mm	· 3.5mm, USB	· 3.5mm, USB, Optical, Bluetooth
Price	USD99.99	USD149.99	USD499.99

“We created the Razer Nommo line as an ultimate entertainment speaker line for gaming, movies and music,” says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder and CEO. “There is a common perception that gaming speakers don’t have quality audio. The Razer Nommo line changes that once and for all.”

Price:

Razer Nommo USD$99.99 / €109.99
Razer Nommo Chroma USD$149.99/ € 169.99
Razer Nommo Pro USD$499.99/ € 579.99

Availability:

Razer Nommo and Nommo Chroma

Razerstore.com – January 9th 2018
Worldwide – January 2018

Razer Nommo Pro

Razer Nommo and Nommo Chroma

Product features:

Custom Woven Glass Fiber 3 inch Drivers
Rear-Facing Bass Ports
Bass Knob with Automatic Gain Control
Gaming Focused Positional Accuracy
Nommo Chroma Only

Razer Unveils Battery-Free Wireless HyperFlux Charging Mouse and Mat

2018/01/09

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Peripherals News

LAS VEGAS (CES 2018) – Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced its new Razer HyperFlux Wireless Power Technology – allowing for seamless uninterrupted power transfer from a HyperFlux-enabled mouse mat to its companion mouse.

Unlike other attempts to create wireless power for a mouse, the new Razer HyperFlux technology allows the mouse mat to create a magnetic field that efficiently transfers power directly to its companion mouse instead of charging a heavy battery. The technology is the world’s first to provide power directly to the mouse and eliminates the need for a battery. The result is an ultra-lightweight wireless gaming mouse with a weight that’s traditionally only achieved by wired mice.

The Razer Mamba HyperFlux and the Razer Firefly HyperFlux are Razer’s first products to be equipped with this revolutionary technology.

“While other companies have attempted to do wireless charging for mice, they have been unable to achieve true wireless power as their mice still need a battery to be charged. HyperFlux Wireless Power Technology is a game changer in the world of wireless gaming,” says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder and CEO. “Gamers are no longer held at the mercy of a battery or cable. Instead, there will be true wireless freedom with a cordless gaming mouse that’s the same weight as a wired mouse.”

The Razer Mamba HyperFlux is also equipped with Razer’s proprietary Adaptive Frequency Technology (AFT) for superior signal strength. This ensures industry-leading wireless signal stability between the mouse and computer by adaptively scanning and switching to the strongest signal within the 2.4 GHz frequency band. Combined with a 16,000 dots-per-inch (DPI) 5G optical sensor, the Razer Mamba HyperFlux is a top-tier wireless gaming mouse with swift and precise movements, that never needs charging.

The Razer Firefly HyperFlux is the latest evolution in Razer’s award-winning RGB mouse mat line. It features a dual-sided hard and cloth surface that allows for flexible playstyles. Gamers can opt to use the hard side for speedy mouse actions or the cloth side for control and precision aiming. When connected, the mat supplies indefinite power to the mouse, allowing for smooth, unceasing gameplay.

Powered by Razer ChromaTM lighting technology, both devices have access to 16.8 million color options and are capable of unique customizable lighting profiles and in-game effects.

The Razer HyperFlux wireless hardware combo is available on RazerStore.com and select retailers in Q1 2018.

For more information about the Razer Mamba HyperFlux and the Razer FireFly HyperFlux, please visit http://www.razerzone.com/gaming-mice/razer-mamba-hyperflux

Price:

$249.99 / € 279.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com – Q1, 2018

Worldwide – Q1, 2018

Product features:

Razer Mamba HyperFlux

Razer HyperFlux Wireless Power Technology
Razer Adaptive Frequency Technology
Mouse cable for use in wired mode without power mat
Razer 5G optical sensor with true 16,000 DPI
Up to 450 in. per sec. (IPS) / 50 G acceleration
Nine independently programmable Hyperesponse buttons
RazerTM Mechanical Mouse Switches
Gaming-grade tactile scroll wheel
Ergonomic right-handed design with enhanced rubber side grips
Razer ChromaTM lighting with 16.8 million customizable color options
1000 Hz Ultrapolling
Razer Synapse 3 (Beta) enabled
Approximate size: 124.7 mm / 4.90 in. (Length) X 70.1 mm / 2.75 in (Width) X 43.2 mm / 1.70in. (Height)
Approximate weight (excluding cable): 96 g / 0.211 lbs.
Cable length: 2.1 m / 6.89 ft. (for use of mouse in wired mode when away from Razer HyperFlux enabled wireless power mat)

Razer Firefly HyperFlux

Razer HyperFlux Wireless Power Technology
Dual hard and cloth mat surfaces
Optimized surface coating for highly responsive tracking
Razer ChromaTM lighting with 16.8 million customizable color options
Non-slip rubber base
Razer Synapse 3 (Beta) enabled
Approximate size: 355 mm / 13.97 in. (Length) X 282.5 mm / 11.12 in. (Width) X 12.9 mm / 0.50 in. (Height)
Approximate weight (excluding cable): 643 g / 1.41 lbs.
Approximate weight (including cable): 685 g / 1.51 lbs.
Cable length: 2.1 m / 6.89 ft.

Injustice 2 Welcomes Enchantress to Roster

2018/01/09

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Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

January 9, 2018 – Today, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment welcomes the newest addition to the Injustice 2 roster: the powerful sorceress, Enchantress. Beginning today, players who have purchased the Injustice 2 Ultimate Edition, Injustice 2 Ultimate Pack or Fighter Pack #3 can wield Enchantress’ dark magic to force her foes into submission. Beginning Jan. 16, Enchantress will be available as a standalone purchase from the PlayStation® Store, Xbox Store, Steam and Microsoft Store.

To view the Official Injustice 2 – Enchantress Gameplay Reveal Trailer, please click here:

Developed by the award-winning NetherRealm Studios, Injustice 2 features a massive roster of DC Super Heroes and Super-Villains and allows players to build and power up the ultimate version of their favorite DC characters. The game is currently available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store, with DLC characters Red Hood, Sub-Zero, Starfire, Black Manta, Raiden, Hellboy and The Atom available now on consoles. Injustice 2 mobile is available now for free on iOS and Android devices.

For more information about Injustice 2 please visit www.injustice.com. Join the Injustice 2 conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and official forums.

Razer Unveils Project Linda Laptop Smartphone Hybrid Concept

2018/01/09

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Tech News

LAS VEGAS (CES 2018) – Razer™, the leading lifestyle brand for gamers, today revealed “Project Linda,” a 13.3-inch laptop design powered by the Android-based Razer Phone. The smartphone and laptop hybrid concept harkens a new era for mobile personal computing, blending the familiar Android environment with the ease-of-use of a laptop.

As one of the few companies in the world to straddle user interfaces, laptops and smartphones, Project Linda is a groundbreaking concept that blurs the lines between the smartphone and the laptop.

Razer’s Project Linda laptop seamlessly docks the Razer Phone inside its chassis where a touchpad would normally reside, and connects with the press of a button. The phone’s Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 835 mobile platform and 8 GB of RAM deliver responsive performance, instantly transforming Project Linda into an Android laptop. The Razer Phone 5.7-inch display can be used as a touchpad, or as a second screen for access to apps, tools, and more.

“Android power users and laptop enthusiasts share a need for performance in a mobile form factor, which we provide with our award-winning Razer Phone and Razer laptops,” says Razer co-founder and CEO Min-Liang Tan. “Project Linda combines the best of both worlds, bringing a larger screen and physical keyboard to the Android environment, enhancing the experience for gaming and productivity.”

A full-size, built-in keyboard adds to the capabilities of Project Linda, providing enhanced productivity and differentiated gaming experiences. Users benefit from a responsive and comfortable typing experience, customized for the Android environment with dedicated keys for navigation, search and app selection. The Razer Chroma™ backlighting is ideal for low-light situations and can also be personalized with millions of color options. A user may complete the laptop input experience by using the docked phone as a touchpad, or a mouse may be connected for precision control in games and apps.

Designed for mobility, the unibody CNC aluminum chassis of Razer Project Linda is just 0.59-inch (15 mm) thin and weighs under three pounds (1.25 kg) including the docked phone. Its 13.3-inch Quad HD touchscreen extends the 120 Hz experience available on the Razer Phone to a larger display, providing fluid motion and vibrant visuals. The concept also features a 53.6 Wh internal battery that can rapidly charge the docked phone to full capacity over three times while away from AC power. Inside the laptop is 200 GB of storage, allowing for offline backups and additional local media and app storage. Connectivity afforded via Project Linda includes a built in 3.5-millimeter audio jack, a USB-A port, a USB-C charging port, 720p webcam, and a dual-array microphone, giving a range of options for communication and external devices.

Project Linda bridges the gap between handheld entertainment and laptop convenience. The Razer Phone’s performance, display, and dual front-firing speakers combine seamlessly with Project Linda’s larger screen, keyboard, and battery to provide the ultimate mobile hybrid setup for gaming, creativity, and productivity.

Razer won official “Best of CES” awards an unprecedented seven years in a row, including innovations such as the Razer Switchblade (2012), the Razer Edge tablet (2013), Project Christine (2015), and the Razer Blade Stealth and Core (2016). More than 4,000 companies compete for accolades at CES, the world’s most prestigious tech tradeshow.

For more information on Razer’s Project Linda concept and to register for announcements, visit razerzone.com/projectlinda.

HTC Announces Vive Pro, Wireless Adapter, and More at CES2018

2018/01/08

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Tech News

January 8, 2018 – Today in Las Vegas, HTC VIVE™, the leader in room-scale Virtual Reality (VR) announced new hardware upgrades that deliver premium VR experiences to consumers and enterprises with the introduction of Vive Pro and Vive Wireless Adaptor. In addition, the company debuted new improvements in how VR users discover, experience and acquire VR content through a radical redesign of Viveport VR and Vive Video. These advancements deliver on VR users’ desire for higher resolution, improved audio, greater comfort, wireless freedom and immersive content discovery.

Vive Pro

Vive Pro is a new HMD upgrade from Vive, built for VR enthusiasts and enterprise users who want the best display and audio for their VR experiences. Vive Pro includes dual-OLED displays for a crisp picture resolution of 2880 x 1600 combined, a 78% increase in resolution over the current Vive HMD.

This premium resolution enhances immersion for VR enthusiasts, and the improved clarity means text, graphics and overall experience all come into sharper view. Vive Pro also features integrated, high-performance headphones with a built-in amplifier to offer a heightened sense of presence and an overall richer sound. Vive Pro’s new headstrap was built with enhanced ergonomics and comfort, including a sizing dial for a more balanced headset that decreases weight on the front of the headset. Additional improvements include dual microphones with active noise cancellation and dual front-facing cameras designed to empower developer creativity.

“There’s a clear need in the VR market for a premium VR experience with high resolution display, integrated audio and the best components available today in a headset,” said Daniel O’Brien, GM U.S., VIVE. “Vive Pro offers an immediate upgrade for both VR enthusiasts and enterprises that want to utilize the best VR experience.”

More details on Vive Pro availability and price will be made available soon.

Vive Wireless Adapter

Also unveiled today, the Vive Wireless Adaptor will be the first to market with a truly wireless VR headset integration for both Vive and Vive Pro.

The Vive Wireless Adaptor features Intel’s WiGig technology and offers a premium VR wireless experience that operates in the interference-free 60Ghz band, which means lower latency and better performance. The Vive Wireless Adaptor will ship in Q3 to customers worldwide.

“Wireless VR has been on nearly every VR user’s wishlist since the technology was unveiled,” said Frank Soqui, General Manager Virtual Reality Group at Intel Corporation. “By collaborating with HTC to commercialize Intel’s WiGig technology, we will guarantee that wireless VR meets the most discerning quality bar for home users and business VR customers.”

Viveport VR

In the largest upgrade to the Viveport customer experience since launch, Viveport VR redefines how users, discover, experience and acquire VR content. Instead of a traditional 2D catalog, Viveport VR content is delivered in fully immersive interactive previews. Viveport is embracing a VR first approach by including VR enabled “VR Previews,” which are interactive glimpses of content that give customers a room-scale preview of an experience and the opportunity to interact with content before purchasing or subscribing.

“Viveport is moving to a VR first experience model, and with the all-new Viveport VR, we are changing the way consumers discover, experience and acquire VR content,” said Rikard Steiber, president, Viveport. “Until now, there has not been a shopping and browsing experience that takes advantage of the full functionality of VR. Available in early access today, Viveport VR increases interaction with content and offers developers a preview that showcases the quality of their titles and experiences.”

Earlier this year, Viveport launched the world’s first VR subscription service to provide a whole new way to access the best VR experiences for a great price. With more than 1,000 titles available on Viveport today, and more than 325 available for subscription, Vive is changing the way users browse and discover content through Viveport VR.

Vive Video Includes Vimeo

Today HTC Creative Labs also rolled out an upgrade to its native VR video player, Vive Video. Vive Video solves the discovery and acquisition problem for VR video content by delivering a large catalog of high quality streaming video directly to VR headsets. In addition to new features and UI upgrades, Vive Video has integrated content from Vimeo, the world’s largest ad-free open video platform home to millions of creators worldwide.

In the new Vive Video experience, a curated selection of Vimeo content will be made available to browse and view in a highly optimized native VR experiences within Vive Video-compatible headsets.

“Whether we’re building our own tools in-house or partnering with other innovative platforms, Vimeo is committed to the future of storytelling and finding new ways to support our creators,” said Christophe Gillet, GM of Vimeo’s Creator Platform. “Not only does the integration with Vive Video showcase some of Vimeo’s highest quality, human-curated content within the VR experience, but it also gives those creators an exciting new way to expose their work and engage with audiences.”

Vive Video has consistently been one of the most-downloaded and highest-rated apps on the SteamVR platform, enabling users to view 180 and 360-degree video content. Vive Video is available today for both Vive and Google Daydream platforms, and will arrive on Vive Wave in the near future.

Corsair Unveils New Gaming Peripherals at CES2018

2018/01/08

Jennifer Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Peripherals News

CES 2018, Las Vegas NV, January 8, 2018 — CORSAIR^®, a world leader in enthusiast memory, PC components, and high-performance gaming hardware, today announced a complete range of new performance wireless gaming peripherals. Powered by CORSAIR UNPLUG and PLAY wireless technology, the K63 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard, K63 Wireless Gaming Lapboard, DARK CORE RGB Wireless Gaming Mouse, and MM1000 Qi Wireless Charging Mouse Pad allow PC enthusiasts and gamers to experience wire-free gaming without compromise. It’s time to UNPLUG and PLAY.

The new K63 Wireless mechanical gaming keyboard, a CES 2018 Innovation Award Honoree, brings the quality, performance and reliability of CHERRY MX Red mechanical keyswitches to the wireless desktop. Connecting via a choice of ultra-fast 1ms 2.4GHz gaming-optimized wireless, low latency Bluetooth® wireless, or a wired USB connection, the K63 Wireless instantly registers keystrokes and commands however you connect. With up to 75 hours of rechargeable battery life, K63 Wireless has the stamina to outlast the longest gaming session. Per-key, customizable blue LED backlighting, controlled using CORSAIR Utility Engine (CUE) software delivers vibrant lighting and dynamic, reactive visuals, alongside per-key macros and programmable keys.

When you’re wireless, being fast isn’t enough – you need to be secure too. K63 Wireless features strong 128-bit AES encryption, protecting your keystrokes from wireless eavesdropping. The K63 Wireless’ tenkeyless layout is perfect for a clean and minimalist desktop, and combines with the K63 Wireless Gaming Lapboard to create a cutting-edge wireless living room solution. A lightweight surround and memory foam cushion comfortably and securely holds the K63 Wireless keyboard in place, while a full-size replaceable mouse pad provides ample room and pixel-precise tracking. Whether it’s on a wire-free desktop, on the couch, or on the go, the K63 Wireless combines uncompromised wireless with mechanical performance.

The new CORSAIR DARK CORE RGB wireless gaming mouse offers the same flexible three-mode connectivity as K63 Wireless, bringing its 16,000 DPI optical sensor precision to your PC via ultra-fast 1ms 2.4GHz, low-latency Bluetooth® wireless or wired USB connection. A contoured shape that’s supremely comfortable makes DARK CORE RGB instantly at home in your hand, and can be customized using two interchangeable magnetic side grips to provide a tailored fit for almost any gamer. Vibrant three-zone RGB lighting, fully customizable in CUE, lets gamers set their own style with nearly unlimited illumination options, patterns, and effects, from simple colors to full synchronization with other CORSAIR RGB peripherals. DARK CORE RGB ensures you’ll rarely need to reach for the charging cable, with up to 24 hours of battery life. When you do, DARK CORE RGB’s wired mode lets you keep playing, with its nine programmable buttons always within easy reach however you connect.

For those who want to go wireless forever, DARK CORE RGB SE adds Qi wireless charging support, pairing perfectly with the all-new CORSAIR MM1000 Qi wireless charging mousepad for a truly wireless gaming mouse that never needs to be plugged in to charge. Combining a micro-textured hard surface mouse pad with a dedicated Qi wireless charging spot, the MM1000 ensures wireless power is always on hand, charging almost any Qi compatible device, from the DARK CORE RGB SE to the latest smartphones. Even if your devices don’t have Qi charging built-in, MM1000 includes USB Micro-B, Type-C, and Lightning Qi charging adapters, letting you easily add Qi wireless charging. With a large 260mm x 350mm surface area, non-slip rubber base, USB 3.0 pass-through, and LED charging indicator completing the package, the MM1000 brings Qi wireless charging to your desktop – what you charge, is up to you.

Together, the K63 Wireless, K63 Wireless Gaming Lapboard, DARK CORE RGB and MM1000 create the ultimate wireless gaming setups for desktop or living room. Tired of your gaming being tied down by cables? It’s time to UNPLUG and PLAY.

Rock Band and KROQ Team Up With Free Songs for Rivals Owners

2018/01/08

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Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Xbox One News

Boston and Los Angeles – January 8, 2018 – Harmonix is teaming up with Entercom and their Los Angeles station KROQ 106.7 FM to offer a new, free Rock Band™ Rivals DLC pack featuring songs from the city’s best up-and-coming artists. With five hand-selected songs from KROQ’s “Locals Only” program, the Discover LA: KROQ Locals Only pack is a great way for Rock Band Rivals players to experience some of the best that the LA rock scene has to offer. The pack will be available for free to Rock Band Rivals players on both Xbox One and PlayStation® 4 beginning January 9th.

KROQ 106.7 FM is a part of Entercom Communications, the #1 creator of live, original, local audio content in the United States. Like Harmonix, KROQ puts the music first and is a champion of both local and global bands. Whether it’s debuting the latest single from a longtime favorite or introducing music fans to the debut album of their next favorite band, KROQ has been at the epicenter of Rock Culture for more than 50 years. KROQ’s “Locals Only” program is known for uncovering and promoting LA’s next great bands. The Sunday night show features up-and-coming music from some of the Southland’s most promising new acts along with hits from the area’s most successful artists. In teaming with Rock Band, KROQ is placing a spotlight on local LA bands and bringing their music directly into the hands of music fans.

The full list of artists and tracks from the Discover LA: KROQ Locals Only pack is as follows:

Assuming We Survive – “Open Water”
HUNNY – “Shy”
In The Valley Below – “Bloodhands (Oh My Fever)”
Nightmare Air – “Who’s Your Lover”
No Small Children – “Radio”

Gameplay Notes
Explore the LA music scene with these five hand-picked songs from an assortment of up and coming artists. From the guitar riffing in “Open Water” to the tight harmonies in “Radio”, thumping drums in the shoegaze song “Who’s Your Lover”, back to the soft feeling throughout “Shy” and the back-and-forth duet in “Bloodhands (Oh My Fever)”, there’s a lot to love in this pack of songs. Check it out on January 9 and discover some amazing new music!Stay tuned to Rock Band’s Twitter and Facebook pages for additional information about the rest of the month’s DLC and the latest Rock Band news.Fans can listen to KROQ online via Radio.com, or connect via social media on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

Sennheiser Unveils New Products for CES2018

2018/01/08

Jennifer Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Tech News

Wedemark/Las Vegas, 8 January 2018 – At CES 2018, Sennheiser will offer a first look at a prototype of a 3D Soundbar, the latest development in the audio specialist’s AMBEO 3D audio program. The ability to experience AMBEO at home is a further milestone for Sennheiser’s 3D immersive audio technology, which can be explored and experienced firsthand at CES. At the trade show, the audio specialist will once again redefine the limits of audiophile sound with the introduction of the closed-back HD 820 headphones. Additionally, Sennheiser is expanding its range of wireless headphones with the launch of the new CX 6.00BT, enhancing everyday listening on the move.

“There is nowhere better to demonstrate our commitment to shaping the future of audio than at CES, where so many technologies and innovations are first introduced to the world,” said Pete Ogley, Chief Operating Officer Consumer Electronics Division at Sennheiser. “From exciting developments in our AMBEO 3D audio program to a game changer in audiophile listening and our latest wireless headphones, CES is the perfect place for us to share our vision.”

Experience AMBEO – The Future of Audio

Visitors to CES 2018 can discover firsthand the unique listening experience provided by Sennheiser’s breathtaking AMBEO 3D immersive audio technology. The audio specialist will be showcasing the current range of AMBEO solutions including the AMBEO SMART HEADSET. This compact headset for immersive 3D audio recording lets consumers capture and listen to binaural audio recordings on their smartphones with unprecedented simplicity.

Sennheiser’s AMBEO SMART HEADSET lets consumers capture and listen to binaural audio recordings on their smartphones with unprecedented simplicity.

Most excitingly, Sennheiser will offer a very first look at the prototype of a product that will place the AMBEO experience right into your living room. The forthcoming AMBEO 3D Soundbar creates an incredibly immersive sound experience and a true as-if-there feeling without any additional components such as an external subwoofer.

HD 820: The game changer for closed-back audiophile headphones

At CES 2018, Sennheiser will once again redefine the limits of audiophile sound with the introduction of the HD 820. The closed-back dynamic stereo headphones deliver astonishingly transparent sound, thanks to a unique glass transducer cover that minimizes resonances. This innovation ensures an incredibly realistic and natural sound field.

Sennheiser’s closed-back HD 820 headphones deliver astonishingly transparent sound.

While audiophile headphones usually require an open-back design, the HD 820 changes the game by delivering exceptional, audiophile sound while insulating the listener from ambient noise.

Introducing the CX 6.00BT

Sennheiser’s new CX 6.00BT has been created to deliver everything you need to enjoy brilliant sound on the go. The new in-ear wireless model features ear-canal earbuds joined by a cable around the neck – a lightweight design that is compact yet robust and provides superior fit and comfort.

The new in-ear wireless model CX 6.00BT has been created to deliver everything you need to enjoy brilliant sound on the go.

The CX 6.00BT delivers clear, detailed sound with an enhanced bass response with advanced wireless technology that includes Bluetooth 4.2 and Qualcomm® apt-X™. Support for apt-X™ Low Latency enhances gaming or video viewing by keeping visuals and sound in perfect sync.

About Sennheiser

Sennheiser is shaping the future of audio – a vision built on more than 70 years of innovation culture, which is deeply rooted within the family-owned company. Founded in 1945, Sennheiser is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of headphones, microphones and wireless transmission systems. With 20 sales subsidiaries and long-established trading partners, the company is active in more than 50 countries and operates its own production facilities in Germany, Ireland and the USA. Sennheiser has around 2,800 employees around the world that share a passion for audio excellence. Since 2013, Sennheiser has been managed by Daniel Sennheiser and Dr. Andreas Sennheiser, the third generation of the family to run the company. In 2016, the Sennheiser Group had sales totalling €658.4 million. www.sennheiser.com

Upgraded TPCast Plus Announced at CES2018

2018/01/08

Jennifer Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Tech News

January 8, 2018 – Las Vegas, Nevada. TPCAST announced an upgrade of its wireless VR products – TPCAST Plus. TPCAST Plus is a product family that includes adapter hardware and software upgrades, an integrated wearable head plate and 4-in-1 battery charger, etc. These innovations are based on TPCAST customers’ feedback and experience. The new adapters for HTC Vive and Oculus Rift will fully support microphone capabilities, increased stability and anti-interference, thus significantly enhancing both consumer and enterprise VR user experience.

TPCAST will present and demonstrate the TPCAST Plus products at CES 2018. The TPCAST Plus hardware simplifies the Wireless Adapter, providing a plug-and-play solution, by removing the router and replacing it with a USB dongle (i.e., no PC LAN port connections), and introducing a seamless installation process. The adapter also includes software optimizations and microphone support.

The TPCAST Plus Adapter, like the previous generation, features 2K resolution in each eye with a 90 Frame Per Second rate and delivers sub 2ms latency. The new adapter supports automatic restart, wireless interference reduction, and automatic wireless channel detection that substantially improves the stability of the Wireless VR connectivity. Additionally, the hardware upgrade dramatically decreases the restart time.

TPCAST will showcase the TPCAST Plus integrated system at the CES show floor. This innovative design includes a built-in backplane with a small battery that incorporates all the wireless adapter components into one piece of hardware residing on top of the headset, creating a real and unique wireless solution with no extra cables. Furthermore, this system supports hot-swap battery, coupled with the newly launched 4-cell battery charging cradle, significantly enhancing the wireless VR system’s endurance and stability. This series of complementary products enriches the TPCAST Plus Adapter product family and substantially improves the productivity and capabilities of consumer and enterprise users.

“The launch of the TPCAST Plus Adapter positions TPCAST as the leader in the Wireless VR Market. The consolidation of the adapter components into one Wireless VR unit allows a fully immersive user experience,” stated Michael Liu, CEO of TPCAST. “We expect that this upgraded product family will lead to a rapid increase of VR content that takes advantage of Wireless Virtual Reality experiences, thus bringing more consumer and enterprise customers into the wireless VR market.”

Product Availability:
The TPCAST products in production are supporting HTC Vive and Oculus Rift. The current TPCAST products are shipping in China, North America, and Europe. The expected release date for the TPCAST Plus is in the first half of 2018.

John Winkler Named New President of Six Flags Great Adventure and Hurricane Harbor

2018/01/08

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

JACKSON, N.J. ─ January 8, 2018 ─ John Winkler has been named park president of Six Flags Great Adventure and Hurricane Harbor. He succeeds Neal Thurman who has taken over as park president of Six Flags Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor outside Los Angeles, Calif. The announcement is a homecoming for Winkler as he spent seven years at Six Flags Great Adventure beginning in 2001 as director of in-park revenue and later co-general manager.

“John’s vision and leadership coupled with his in-depth knowledge of the property and its veteran management team make him perfectly suited to take Six Flags Great Adventure to the next level,” said Six Flags Senior Vice President of U.S. Park Operations Tom Iven.

Winkler most recently served as park president of Six Flags New England in Agawam, Mass. for six years. “I am thrilled to rejoin this world-class park, the largest in our portfolio, and the second largest in the world,” Winkler said. “Being at Great Adventure is a homecoming, and I am eager to work toward a bright future with this experienced and passionate team.”

Winkler’s career with Six Flags spans more than three decades. He began as a front-line team member at Six Flags Astroworld in 1983, and rose to the position of manager of games and retail. In 1998, Winkler joined Six Flags Great America outside Chicago, Ill. as games manager, and advanced to director and co-general manager during his seven years at Six Flags Great Adventure. From 2009 to 2011, Winker served as park president of Six Flags America outside Washington, D.C. prior to joining Six Flags New England.

Winkler studied aerospace engineering and biochemistry, and holds a degree in biochemistry and biophysical science from the University of Houston. Winker comes to Six Flags Great Adventure and Hurricane Harbor with a focus on team member development and a passion for incorporating technology into delivering outstanding guest service.