Logitech G51 Surround Sound Speaker System unveiled in India

Logitech ClearChat Pro USB Headset

A First Look

To use any of the VoIP software out there -- Skype, Yahoo! Messenger, etc. -- you need a headset. There are numerous variants available in the market, right from the sub-hundred-rupee Chinese models to high-end variants from reputed manufacturers.
I'm using the Logitech ClearChat Pro USB headset today. It's a multi-purpose headset that features easy connectivity and incorporates technologies to improve call quality; does it deliver?



The bundle includes the headset and a quick-start guide.

Specifications

XFX Introduces 9600 GT in India

XFX today announced the arrival of its latest premium product XFX GEFORCE 9600 GT.


This new card supports next-generation GeForce graphics with PureVideo HD technology, which enables the PC to play HD DVD and Blu-ray video playback with brilliant clarity. This card is also the first product in the 9600 GT series to offer up to 90 percent greater performance than any GeForce card in its class. It supports Microsoft DirectX 10 support, NVIDIA’s Quantum Effects technology, Lumenex engine as well as Unified Architecture ensuring optimium game performance.

It standard runs at a core speed of 650 MHz, with XFX overclocked versions available in the Extreme and XXX editions pushing 680 MHz and 700 MHz. The 9600 GT is HDMI capable with the use of HDMI certified components. The 9600 GT XXX edition is fully HDMI certified and includes a HDMI component kit and Company of Heroes DVD as a bonus game bundle.


The 9600 graphics card is available with Rashi Peripherals and its nationwide branches across India at an estimated street price of Rs. 13990 with a 3 year warranty. 

Gigabyte Introduces 9600 GT 512 MB GPU

Gigabyte today announced the launch of their new graphics accelerator, the GV-NX96T512H-B. The new card features the GeForce 9600 GT chipset with 512 MB GDDR3 memory, 64 stream processors as well as support for HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection). The new product is compatible with the new PCI Express 2.0 bus architecture, is equipped with DirectX 10 support and adopts the latest Unified Shader architecture with full support for SM 4.0.


The new card features NVIDIA's latest advanced technologies including GigaThread technology, which, through the use of a massively multi-threaded architecture, is able to create thousands of independent, simultaneous threads, providing processing efficiency for advanced, next generation shader programs. Additionally, the GIGABYTE GV-NX96T512H-B supports NVIDIA’s Quantum Effect technology, enabling a new level of physics effects to be simulated and rendered on the GPU. The card also features the Lumenex engine, which introduces 16x Anti-aliasing and 128-bit floating point High-Dynamic-Range (HDR), for ultra realistic rendering of lighting effects.

The GV-NX96T512H-B is available for Rs. 12,500

Transcend 32GB 133x CompactFlash Card rolled out in India

Transcend India has unveiled its 32GB 133x CompactFlash card in the country. This huge storage capacity card will operate in both dual-channel and Ultra DMA mode 4 modes.

Moreover, the cards are capable enough to achieve fast read/write speeds of up to 45MB/18MB per second.

Besides, the 32GB 133x CompactFlash card features built-in Error Correction Code (ECC) that automatically detects and corrects errors during data transfer. Hence the card helps users to prevent the possibility of data corruption and missing files.

Some of the specifications of the 32GB 133x CompactFlash card are

High-speed 133X performance

Dual channel flash interface

CF Type I

Supports IDE PIO mode 6 and Ultra DMA mode 4

Read/write speeds up to 45MB/16MB per second

Fully complies with the new CF 4.1 standard

Hardware ECC (Error Correction Code)

ATA interface

Low power consumption

Multi-platform compatibility

RoHS Compliant

Lifetime Warranty

The 32GB 133x CompactFlash card will be available in the Indian market for Rs.10,500, while the high-speed CF cards are also available in various storage capacities such as 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB and 16GB.

Microsoft Lifecam VX-1000

Product Description

MODEL- 64L-00003 VENDOR- MICROSOFT

FEATURES- LifeCam VX-1000- Black

With simple setup and one-touch calling, the Microsoft LifeCam

VX-1000 makes it easier than ever to see and hear your friends and
family over the Internet.

Optimized for Windows Live Messenger
- Windows Live Call Button
- Easy Audio Switching
- Free Worldwide Internet calling to your online contacts

Superior video and photo quality
See the smiles clearly with 640 480 pixels video and photo resolution.

Built-in Microphone
The built-in microphone automatically picks up your voice with
remarkable clarity.

Universal Attachment Base
It's a snap to attach the LifeCam to any monitor.

Video Effects
Surprise your friends with cool video effects, accessible right from the
Windows Live Messenger Window.

Up To 30 Frames Per Second
LifeCams capture life at 30 frames per second, which means the video
images you see are smooth and seamless.

Flexible Six-Foot Cable
The long, flexible cable gives you more room to move.

REQUIREMENTS- Windows XP Pro/Home/Media Center Edition/Tablet PC Edition
300 MB free hard drive space
USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 recommended)
Sound card with speakers or headphones
Pentium II 550 MHz (Pentium 4 1.4 GHz recommended) or higher
4 speed CD-ROM drive or faster
Display adapter capable of 800 600 resolution or higher,
16-bit color depth or higher, 2 MB or more video memory.
Keyboard and Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device
Auto Update required for one-touch blogging.
Internet access required
Internet functions (post to Windows Live Spaces, send in
e-mail, video calls) also require: Broadband (cable, DSL,
or other) modem; Internet Explorer 6.0 or later browser
software required for installation; 25 MB hard-drive space
typically required (users can maintain other default Web
browsers after installation); Access to the Internet via an
internet service provider.
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