Author - Jerry Paxton

Logitech Announces G502 Proteus Spectrum Gaming Mouse

2016/01/05

NEWARK, Calif. — Jan. 5, 2016 — Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) today announced the introduction of the Logitech® G502 Proteus Spectrum Gaming Mouse. By adding RGB customizable lighting the Logitech® G502 Proteus Core, the world’s best selling gaming mouse just got even better. The Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum still retains the world’s best DPI sensor, advanced surface and weight tuning, but now gives you even more features to elevate your game and style.

“The G502 Proteus Spectrum has an amazing sensor, and now it’s got customizable lighting as well, said Ujesh Desai, vice president and general manager of gaming at Logitech. “You can also sync it with your other RGB-enabled Logitech G gaming gear to create some really cool effects.”

RGB Customizable Lighting

Match your style and environment by adjusting up to 16.8 million colors and brightness, using Logitech Gaming Software (LGS). Bring your mouse to life with breathing light patterns, or set your lighting to continuously cycle through the color spectrum. The lighting can also be synchronized with Logitech G’s other RGB products.

Accurate and Responsive Optical Sensor

The Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum features Logitech’s most powerful and accurate optical sensor, the PMW3366, for maximum performance and tracking accuracy and the exclusive Logitech G Delta Zero™ optical sensor technology that increases reliable targeting. The Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum also features a huge DPI range of 200 to 12,000 with zero sensor acceleration, zero smoothing or filtering and zero pixel rounding.

Tunable Balance, Buttons, Surface and Weight

Personal tweaks make all the difference. For a mouse that feels just right for you, adjust the weight and center of balance through the placement of up to five 3.6g weights in the mouse. You can also easily reassign any command or macro to one of the 11 programmable buttons, using LGS.

And for optimal performance, calibrate the sensor against a gaming surface’s physical and reflective characteristics. Surface tuning optimizes the sensor dynamic range to match the properties of the mouse surface, which results in maximum high-speed performance and lower lift-off distance.

Comfortable Shape

The textured rubber grips and a convenient button layout ensure great feel and performance from your first encounter with the mouse. Additionally, the Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum includes individual left and right buttons that provide a rigid and stable platform, resulting in precise, durable and satisfying clicks. Mechanical micro-switches under each button further enhance feel, speed and accuracy. And, a dual-mode hyper-fast scroll wheel offers enhanced click-to-click precision and lightning-fast scrolling for the Web.

Pricing and Availability

The Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum builds on the success of the G502 Proteus Core – the best-selling gaming mouse based on worldwide revenue. The G502 Proteus Spectrum and is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe beginning January 2016, for a suggested retail price of $79.99 and €89. For more information please visit gaming.logitech.com or our blog.

SteelSeries Announces Rival 700 Smart Gaming Mouse With OLED Display

2016/01/05

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Peripherals News

CHICAGO – January 5, 2016 – SteelSeries, the leading global manufacturer of gaming peripherals, introduces the Rival 700, equipped with gaming’s first fully customizable onboard OLED display, tactile alerts and swappable physical components. Altogether, this makes the Rival 700 the most powerful gaming mouse in the world, giving gamers real-time information and notifications while they play.

“We’re thrilled to deliver the world’s first smart gaming mouse,” said Ehtisham Rabbani, SteelSeries CEO. “By listening to gamers and eSports athletes, we’ve perfected professional gaming mice for more than a decade. The Rival 700 takes that expertise and meets gamers needs today, and grows to help them win in the future.”

OLED Display & Tactile Alerts

The Rival 700 connects players to the game like never before. Powered by SteelSeries GameSense, players can personalize the OLED display to track their stats, change profiles, see their CPI settings as well as set custom logos and animations using SteelSeries Engine. With tactile alerts, the mouse is no longer merely an input device; gamers can now feel in-game events, aiding them in critical decision-making. The Rival 700 generates tactile alerts that notify the gamer of in-game events without affecting precision or accuracy. Gamers can customize every aspect of the alerts for in-game events such as cooldown timers, health status and more through SteelSeries Engine.

Enhanced Precision & Performance

The high-performance optical sensor of the Rival 700 delivers exceptional performance, built for professional gaming. This optical sensor delivers many advantages for gamers, such as:

Like all SteelSeries Rival mice, the Rival 700 has zero hardware acceleration and an optical sensor that offers gamers true 1:1 tracking accuracy.
Gamers can configure resolution settings up to 16,000 counts per inch (CPI) and down to one millisecond of customizable response time, equaling zero lag time.
The sensor has the ability to accurately track movement speeds of up to 300 inches per second at 50g of acceleration.
The Rival 700 has a removable sensor module, allowing gamers to swap to a laser sensor or other future options.

On The Outside

The ergonomic shape and 7-button, right-handed layout were designed to work comfortably with all grip styles. The mouse features a soft-touch surface with sculpted side grips that provide a raised texture for maximum comfort along with durable, double-shot injected left and right buttons, so gamers never lose control in the heat of battle.

Maximum Personalization

SteelSeries built the Rival 700 to be the best gaming mouse available today, and with enough customization options to ensure a long future of elite gaming, like:

GameSense and Prism RGB illumination give gamers the power to choose millions of color options and customizable lighting effects powered by in-game events.
The mouse cover is swappable to ones with different designs and surfaces.
The Rival 700 is packaged with a 3ft rubber cable and a 6ft braided cable for gamers who choose to game on their laptop or desktop.
Swappable sensors provide gamers the option to change to the latest sensors on the market without purchasing a brand new mouse.
OLED display allows gamers to personalize the Rival 700 with logos and custom in-game settings.

The Rival 700 Elite Performance Gaming Mouse will be available on http://SteelSeries.com in Spring 2016 for $99.99 / €109.99 MSRP. Optional sensor and mouse covers will also be available in Spring 2016. For more information on the mouse specifications, please visit http://steelseries.com/rival700.

Phiaton Debuts 2016 Lineup at CES

2016/01/05

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Tech News

LAS VEGAS (January 5, 2016) – Phiaton Corporation introduces a fresh new design to its line of premium audio solutions with the BT 460 wireless headphones and MS 300 BA earphones. Designed with a stylish, minimalistic exterior and innovative features that improve the listening experience, the new product introductions cater to young audio enthusiasts who appreciate style and performance. The new headphone and earphone products will be available to consumers late January.

The BT 460 headphones are equipped with brand new state-of-the-art technology including touch-interface controls, audio sharing and smart play/pause features. A full list of features is included below:

Touch Interface: Allows you to control your music, calls and volume with a swipe of your finger on the outer ear cup.
Smart Play Pause Function: Automatically detects whether a headphone is being worn or not and will play and pause automatically.
Phiaton ShareMe™ Connection: Allows two people to listen to the same music or watch the same movie at the same time.
Vibration Notification: Signals when a call is being received or you have stepped outside the communication range.
Bluetooth 4.0: Experience improved sound quality and extended battery life
Everplay-X: : Allows you to continue calling or listening to your music, even if the battery runs out or your audio device is not Bluetooth compatible
aptX Technology: Increases digital streaming efficiency and improves overall dynamic range.
Bass Optimizer: Phiaton’s new technology “Acoustic Pressure Balancer” helps to reduce the reverberation and deliver well-balanced and accurate sound with powerful bass.
Clear Voice Capture: The BT 460 cVc ® technology makes phone calls crystal clear for the person on the other end of the line.

The MS 300 BA earphones combine a balanced armature driver and a dynamic driver into one high-performance pair of earphones. A full list of features is included below:

Hybrid Dual Driver: Combines both a balanced armature driver and dynamic driver in one
Balanced Armature Driver
Experience high frequency tones like never before in an earphone. The balanced armature driver technology makes each vibrant note come alive, letting you hear all the textured nuances and precise details of your favorite classical, guitar, and string music.
Low Frequency Pass Filter: This specialized filtering process optimizes acoustics by filtering out high frequency sound waves from the Dynamic Driver, allowing the driver to hone in on low frequency precision and improved bass. This enables the Hybrid Dual Driver to enhance sound quality along the entire frequency spectrum.
Music & Calls: Features a remote and microphone so that you can easily answer calls or control your music
Tangle-Free Oval Shaped Cable: Textured cable helps to minimize cable tangling and minimize cable touch noise

The BT 460 headphones are available in white or black for $249 and the MS 300 BA earphones are available in white or red for $99 on Amazon.com and other partner retailers.

Griffin Announces New Survivor Slim for Microsoft’s Surface Pro 4

2016/01/04

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Tech News

Las Vegas – January 4, 2016 – Griffin Technology, creator of award-winning and thoughtfully designed mobile accessories, introduces the latest addition to its popular Survivor case range, Survivor Slim for Surface Pro 4. Offering the perfect blend of slim, multi-layer design and military standard rugged protection, Survivor Slim is the ideal companion for the powerful Surface Pro 4.

“The new Surface is designed to fit into every aspect of your life, so we’ve created a case that complements it, whether you’re working on the go or enjoying an outdoor adventure,” said Aaron Jones, Survivor Category Manager at Griffin Technology. “The slim profile fits easily in any backpack or briefcase, and its tough build offers ultimate drop protection.”

Survivor Slim’s multi-layered design protects Surface pro 4 from 6′ drops and impacts. The exterior layer is constructed of co-molded TPE and rigid polycarbonate, which creates a comfortable grip and absorbs impact while the interior silicone layer cushions the device to protect from drops. For life’s messy accidents, the touch-through screen shield protects the touchscreen while in use. Survivor Slim also features a cover that easily snaps onto Surface Pro 4’s kickstand without interfering with the viewing angle for watching videos, surfing the web or typing.

Survivor Slim is also available for Surface Pro 3, offering the same reliable protection users have come to love and expect from Griffin. Designed and tested to meet military standards for drop protection, the co-molded TPE and rigid polycarbonate exterior provides comfortable grip and absorbs impacts while the interior silicone layer cushions the device to protect from drops. Survivor Slim for Surface Pro 4 ($89.99) will be available January 2016 at https://griffintechnology.com/us/survivor-slim-for-microsoft-surface-pro-4. Survivor Slim for Surface Pro 3 (89.99) is now available at https://griffintechnology.com/us/survivor-slim-for-microsoft-surface-pro-3.

SyFy Unveils First Ever Innovation Lab for CES 2016

2016/01/04

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News

December 4, 2016 – Syfy unveils its first-ever innovation lab, Syfy Labs, with an interactive booth at CES 2016. Syfy Labs is a new initiative from the network that creates content and experiences for existing and emerging platforms — from virtual reality to 3D printing, second screen experiences and Internet of Things integrations — by seamlessly merging the latest technologies into the storytelling experience of the channel’s original programs.

The Syfy Labs booth will feature:

MakerBot’s Replicator and the new MakerBot Smart Extruder+, giving attendees access to printable files from their favorite Syfy programs via MakerBot’s Thingiverse.
The Expanse VR app for Samsung Gear VR enabling attendees to explore spacecraft and settings from the heralded drama series in high-quality 3D VR.
The Syfy Sync app working with Philips Hue to enable attendees to experience an immersive lighting experience with custom built “lighting tracks” that showcase Syfy’s original programs.

Attendees and press can test out all of these immersive experiences and speak with Syfy Labs executives, including Matthew Chiavelli, Senior Vice President, Syfy Digital, who heads up Syfy Labs.

WHEN: January 5-9, 2016

WHERE: Booth GL-4 in the Grand Lobby at CES in Las Vegas

*Please note that the above image is from a previous SyFy experience, NOT the upcoming Innovation Lab*

Kensington Launches Expert Mouse Wireless Trackball at CES 2016

2016/01/04

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Peripherals News

Las Vegas, NV, January 4, 2016 – Kensington^®, a worldwide leader in delivering smart. safe. simple.^™ desktop and mobile computing accessories, today announced the availability of its new Expert Mouse^®Wireless Trackball. Designed to give users more flexibility from their trackball, the new mouse joins the company’s family of trackballs that deliver exceptional comfort and ease-of-use, setting the industry standard for more than 20 years. Kensington will showcase the Expert Mouse Wireless Trackball at CES Unveiled 2016 in Las Vegas on January 4.

The use of trackballs in both home and office-based computing environments is growing in popularity. Many users find the repetitive clicking and dragging motions required to use a traditional mouse to be ergonomically problematic. A recent Kensington survey revealed that users switch from a traditional mouse to a trackball primarily because trackballs deliver greater speed and accuracy, offer better ergonomics, and are more efficient in small or tight workspaces. When asked which new features users would like to see in Kensington trackballs specifically, the survey showed that wireless connectivity was the most requested feature.

Kensington Expert Mouse Wireless Trackball — Black (SKU K72359WW; SRP: $99.99)

The Expert Mouse Wireless Trackball gives users more freedom of placement while working because they aren’t limited by wires. The trackball can be connected either through Bluetooth^® 4.0 LE or through a widely compatible USB receiver. With Kensington’s free TrackballWorks^™ software, users can customize the trackball to suit their personal needs for greater productivity. DiamondEye^™ Optical tracking offers smooth, precise cursor control while the award-winning Scroll Ring allows for quick scanning up and down pages.

“With the new Expert Mouse Wireless Trackball, we’ve addressed several user requirements, primarily the need to minimize desktop clutter and increase flexibility,” said Anita Chang, global product manager, Kensington. “It is the only wireless expert-grade trackball available and, coupled with TrackballWorks software, allows users to customize its functionality for greater efficiency, speed and productivity. Kensington trackballs are well-suited for users across industries and environments such as graphic design, music, architecture, gaming, healthcare and many more.”

Key features of the Expert Mouse Wireless Trackball include:

Dual Wireless Technology – The ultimate in wireless freedom, the trackball connects via Bluetooth 4.0 LE, saving a valuable USB port, or through a highly reliable 2.4GHz nano USB receiver.
TrackballWorks^™ Customization – Free downloadable software provides an even more personalized experience, offering the ability to assign a wide variety of program functions to each of the four buttons on the trackball. It also allows for customized control over cursor and scrolling speeds.
DiamondEye^™ Optical Tracking – Movement detection technology provides smooth, precise cursor control so users can navigate on the screen quickly with less hand movement, improving productivity and efficiency.
Scroll Ring and Large Ball – Spinning the Scroll Ring enables scrolling up and down web pages or documents with complete ease, while the red 55mm ball has been specially designed with an absolute spherical, hard surface for precise tracking and control.
Ambidextrous Design – The trackball works equally well for both right-handed and left-handed users.
Detachable Wrist Rest — Soft cushioning cradles the hand and wrist in ergonomic comfort for pain-free productivity during extended periods of activity on the computer.
Device Compatibility – The trackball is compatible with devices running Windows^® 10, 8.1, 8, 7 and Mac OS X 10.8 and later when using the 2.4 GHz USB receiver. The trackball is compatible with devices running Windows^® 10 and 8.1 and Mac OS X 10.8 and later when using Bluetooth 4.0 LE.
TrackballWorks Compatibility — Mac systems must use 2.4GHz USB receiver connection when using the software.

Expert Mouse Wireless Trackball is available at Kensington.com today.

Kensington will showcase the Expert Mouse Wireless Trackball at CES Unveiled 2016 in Las Vegas on January 4.

Follow Kensington on:

Facebook: facebook.com/kensingtonus
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/Kensington
Twitter: @Kensington

E FUN Announces First Nextbook Laptops with Windows 10 at CES

2016/01/04

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Tech News

WEST COVINA, CA – January 4, 2016 – E FUN, a leading supplier of tablets and detachables, is launching its first consumer laptops at CES 2016. The new 11.6” Nextbook convertible touch screen laptop and 14” Nextbook laptop feature Windows 10 and are powered by a quad-core Intel^® Atom^TMx5-Z8300 processor with 2GB system memory.

Nextbook 11.6” Convertible Touch Screen Laptop
The first convertible-style touch laptop from Nextbook is designed to give users the versatility and portability they need. Its 360-degree hinge allows it to be used in laptop, tablet, tent or stand modes. The Nextbook convertible laptop features an 11.6” 1366×768 IPS touch screen and 64GB of onboard storage memory with microSD card expansion. With a built-in webcam for video chatting, Bluetooth 4.0 and WiFi connectivity, USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports, and a microHDMI port, the Nextbook 11.6” laptop delivers the essential features you need for entertainment and work. It will be available in Q2 2016 with an MSRP of $269.99.

Nextbook 14” Laptop
This Nextbook 14” laptop is your everyday laptop for basic tasks, debuting for under $200. Perfect for students of any age and those looking to be more productive, the Nextbook laptop powered by Windows 10 features a large 14” 1366×768 screen and 32GB of onboard storage memory with microSD card expansion. Its built-in webcam is great for video chatting, Bluetooth 4.0 allows for connectivity with other devices, and a microHDMI port lets you mirror your screen onto an HDTV. With 1 USB 2.0 and 1 USB 3.0 port, and a full laptop keyboard with touch pad, the Nextbook laptop gives you everything you need in a portable design. It will be available in Q2 2016 with an MSRP of $199.99.

Quotes:

• “Building off the success of our Nextbook tablet and detachable lines, we are thrilled to enter the consumer laptop category in 2016,” stated Jason Liszewski, managing director and VP of sales for E FUN. “This introduction is the next step for E FUN to continue bringing innovative new products to market at a price point that resonates with consumers.”

• “E FUN’s new Windows 10 Nextbook devices are further proof that you can do great things on any budget,” said Jordan Chrysafidis, vice president of US OEM, Microsoft Corp. “These value-priced devices are great for education or entertainment, and with Windows 10 features, customers can have fun and get more done.”

About E FUN
E FUN, a designer and marketer of mobile lifestyle products, entered the North American market in late 2010. Since then, E FUN has grown to be one of the leading tablet brands at retail, achieving top five market share by volume. Its ongoing product innovation and partnerships set E FUN apart from competitors and provide customers with unique out of the box experiences. Its product offerings include the Ares line of Android tablets and Flexx line of tablets powered by Windows. E FUN is headquartered in West Covina, California.

For additional information regarding E FUN’s Nextbook tablets, visit www.nextbookusa.com.

5. Pillars of Eternity (Obsidian Entertainment, PC)

Obsidian Entertainment brought classic gaming into modern times with Pillars of Eternity. The game is a spiritual successor to the critically acclaimed game series Baldur’s Gate and Icewind Dale, along with the game Planescape: Torment. Pillars of Eternity received critical acclaim upon its release; many critics praised the game for its world and immersive writing, along with the strategic combat, and also said that it is a worthy successor to the games it was inspired by.

Check out our #4 pick on the next page….

Top 5 Horror Movies of 2015

2015/12/30

Jerry Paxton

Articles, Geek News, Halloween, Movie News, News

As 2015 is quickly coming to a close, we wanted to take a moment and bring you our top 5 horror movies of the year.

Our #5 pick for the top horror movies of 2015 is a bit of indecisiveness but we just loved all three of them…

5. Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse / Krampus / A Christmas Horror Story (Tied)

These three movies were all great despite some minor issues and, when looked at overall, we liked them evenly. Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse is the story of three friends, who happen to be scouts, and how they deal with growing up and each other during a zombie apocalypse. Krampus is the latest film from Trick R Treat director Michael Daugherty and deals with a family under siege by the titular Krampus. A Christmas Horror Story is a cool horror anthology flick based around the Christmas holiday directed by Grant Harvey, Steve Hoban, and Brett Sullivan.

Check out our #4 pick on the next page….

D23 2016 Member Gifts Offer Glimpse Into Walt Disney’s Legacy

2015/12/29

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

BURBANK, Calif. – December 29, 2015 – D23: The Official Disney Fan Club didn’t have to look far for inspiration for its 2016 Gold Member gift, “From the Office of Walt Disney.” To celebrate the restoration of Walt Disney’s office suite on the Studios’ Burbank lot, the Walt Disney Archives worked with D23 to meticulously reproduce 23 unique pieces from Walt’s career that trace his path from America’s heartland to the world stage.

Included in the assortment are items from Walt’s early years in business such as his 1923 Laugh-O-gram Films Inc. business card and the famous 1928 “Everything OK” telegram, which Walt cryptically wired his brother Roy when he lost the rights to Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Also in the collection are the 1955 Disneyland invitational press preview pass and Walt’s notes on pages from the “EPCOT Film” script from 1966. Pieces representing animation, live action, television, and theme parks—as well as Walt’s own personal life—make up this one-of-a-kind set.

The gift comes in a “book” designed specifically to hold all the items and will be sent to all D23 Gold and Gold Family Members who join or renew from January 1 through December 31, 2016. Guests can see images from the gift—and learn more about the 23 rare items—at D23.com/OfficeOfWaltDisney. As previously announced, D23 Gold Members will have the opportunity to tour Walt Disney’s restored office during tours and select special events throughout 2016.

Fans can join D23 at Gold Membership ($74.99), Gold Family Membership ($99.99), and General Membership (complimentary) levels at D23.com and at DisneyStore.com/D23. D23 Members save when renewing their membership and may renew up to 90 days prior to their membership expiration.

About D23

The name “D23” pays homage to the exciting journey that began in 1923 when Walt Disney opened his first studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first official club for fans in Disney’s 90-plus-year history. It gives its members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic through its quarterly publication, Disney twenty-three; a rich website at D23.com; member-exclusive discounts; and special events for D23 Members throughout the year.

To keep up with all the latest D23 news and events, follow DisneyD23 on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube.