PNY has announced the release of the new HP x770w USB 3.1 Flash Drive which will not only store, transfer and share digital files on the go, its rugged good looks are built to last.

The new USB stick promises up to 400MB/s of transfer speed. That’s around 10 times faster than 2.0 flash drives. Furthermore, the stylish flash drive sports a “piano finish” housing along with an engraved HP logo. Perhaps more importantly, the flash drive is dustproof and shock-resistant.

Coming in capacities ranging from 32GB up to 1TB, there should be enough space for most people looking for an effective and reliable means of transporting digital essentials around, whether at school or the office, even if you’re working for home.

The HP x770w USB 3.1 is compatible with computers, laptops, tablets, notebooks and other host devices equipped with USB Type-A port.

Price and availability

Priced from £13.46 for 32GB, the HP x770w is on sale now.

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Razer has today announced its Razer Productivity Suite that promises to usher in the next generation of office working. 

While most of us continue to work from home, now is the perfect time to upgrade the most-used tools at our desk. Razer has unveiled its new Pro Click mouse, designed in collaboration with Humanscale, the Pro Type keyboard and Pro Glide surface. Together these are said to form a suite of exceptionally comfortable, durable and high-performance peripherals perfectly styled for any work environment.

Naturally, Razer has years of experience through creating high-performance gaming peripherals. However, this know-how has now been transferred to the workplace with a collaboration with ergonomic experts, Humanscale. With a chic white finish and subtle grey highlights, the Razer Productivity Suite enhances the look of any workspace as well as promising to deliver speed, precision and durability demanded by the modern worker.

While they might look sleek and businesslike, the new Razer Productivity Suite is built to be durable as well as good-looking. For instance, the buttons on the Pro Click mouse rated for up to 50 million cycles, and the switches on the Pro Type keyboard rated for up to 80 million cycles.

Razer Pro Click

Designed in partnership with Humanscale, the Razer Pro Click mouse has been specifically designed to minimise the health risks associated with long-term mousing, including Tendonitis and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The mouse is ergonomically contoured to position the user’s wrist at a neutral 30-degree angle, therefore preventing discomfort and injuries associated with wrist pronation. 

Furthermore, it is said to meet the ideal comfort zones for both small and large hands, incorporating extended palm, thumb, and little finger support. The result is an extremely comfortable mouse that reduces fatigue and the number of errors, ultimately delivering on Razer’s high precision and performance promise. 

Sporting Razer’s Advanced 5G Optical Sensor, multi-host Bluetooth connectivity and battery life of 400+ hours, the Pro Click mouse is the ideal pointing device for the desk worker needing accuracy and reliability all the time.

Razer Pro Type

The Pro Type keyboard features a soft-touch coating for all-day typing comfort.

Using Razer’s proprietary Orange Mechanical Switches, the keyboard will deliver a quiet, yet tactile keystroke for fast, accurate typing. It also boasts wireless and Bluetooth connectivity for up to 4 devices and backlit keys.

Razer Pro Glide

Completing the Razer Productivity Suite set-up, the Pro Glide surface not only matches the suite’s modern, professional colour scheme but also perfectly complements the features of the Pro Click mouse. The durable, textured micro-weave surface is the ideal tracking layer for quick, accurate pointing and smooth, jitter-free movements.

Alvin Cheung, Senior Vice President of Razer’s Peripherals Business Unit, told GadgetyNews: 

The vast majority of office peripherals are based on one-size-fits-all designs and technology, becoming a source of frustration to the user and hindrance in the working day. I am incredibly proud of the Razer Productivity Suite that we are unveiling today alongside our partner, Humanscale, to address these issues. We firmly believe that our combined expertise and innovation will take workplace productivity to the next level.

Price and availability

The Razer Productivity Suite is available online from today at Razer.com and from August 27th from authorised resellers.

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Dell has caught our eye with its OptiPlex 7070 Ultra and its claim of being a “zero footprint desktop PC”. Now, how the heck does *that* work?

The rather intriguing claim for Dell’s new OptiPlex 7070 Ultra desktop is further enhanced by the fact it is also a modular design.

Dell OptiPlex 7070 Ultra Skills

The way the OptiPlex 7070 Ultra manages all this wonderment is that it is housed within a monitor stand. Dell is billing this hybrid all-in-one as the “world’s most flexible commercial desktop”.

Yes, we have all seen all-in-one systems before but what is so neat about this clutter-free solution is that both the display and the PC can be upgraded independently of one another.

Additionally, as many as three displays are supported by the system which can all be swapped out when needed. Handy should one of the monitors bite the dust, it doesn’t mean a full system change or sending the whole lot to be repaired.

Furthermore, the modular PC portion can also be changed out independently, whether for maintenance or upgrades.

OptiPlex 7070 Ultra Spec

Naturally, Dell offers a whole raft of options with processor ranging from an Intel Core i3-8145U at the low-end to maxing out with a Core i7-8665U at the high-end. Up to 64GB of DDR4-2400 memory is supported (2x32GB), while 2.5-inch HDD (up to 2TB) and M.2 PCIe NVMe SSDs (up to 1TB) are supported.

Despite the compact size of the PC unit, there’s still room for three USB 3.1 (Type-A) and two USB 3.1 (Type-C) ports for external connections along with a single GbE network adapter.

Given the space-saving and compact nature of the OptiPlex 7070 Ultra, the only graphics you’re offered are the integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620.

Price and availability

The Dell OptiPlex 7070 Ultra is available from September 24 with pricing being confirmed nearer the time.

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Alienware never fails to impress, and at Gamescom 2019 it set jaws dropping left and right with a range of updates and a 55-inch OLED monitor.

Alienware 55 OLED

A definite highlight from Alienware’s unveilings is the brand’s 55 OLED Gaming Monitor (AW5520QF). The 4K UHD screen boasts 98.5% DCI-P3 colour coverage as well as AMD Radeon FreeSync to minimise graphic distortion. Also, the built-in speakers are tuned with Waves MaxxAudio for audio accuracy and clarity.

The 55-inch OLED display has a refresh rate of 120Hz and an equally impressive starting price tag of £3,199.99 when it lands in the UK at the end of September.

Alienware 34 Curved Monitor

The new Alienware 34, 34-inch WQHD 120Hz curved monitor (AW3420DW) is equipped with a fast IPS response time and IPS Nano colour technology that provides 98% DCI-P3 colour coverage. Additionally, there’s the 120Hz (native) refresh rate and NVIDIA G-SYNC display tech that all adds up to smooth and realistic images. The monitor also features AlienFX lighting with four customisable zones. The Alienware 34 will be available from August 28 starting at £1,099.99.

Alienware 27 – 240Hz

If you need for speed, then the Alienware 27 (AW2720HF) is the one you should be checking out as it’s the brand’s first 240Hz gaming monitor.

Thanks to the new fast IPS technology that incredible refresh rate is matched by a true 1ms response time (grey-to-grey) with AMD Radeon FreeSyncTM. Additionally, the display’s native FHD resolution has games running at 1080p pin-sharp. The IPS screen delivers a wide-viewing angle and 99% sRGB coverage. The Alienware 27 is available in the UK from September 17, starting at £419.99.

Alienware Hybrid Mouse

Also noteworthy is the Alienware Wired/Wireless Gaming Mouse – AW610M. The nifty gaming peripheralprovides the best of both worlds. In wireless mode, you get a class-leading battery life of up to 350 hours on a single charge. Additionally, fitted with Alienware’s best-in-class Alienware 16,000 DPI sensor, you also get an impressive 1,000Hz polling rate in both wired or wireless mode.

Rounding out the specs is the custom adjustable scroll wheel, 7 fully programmable buttons and 16.8 million AlienFX RGB lighting. The AW610M is available in the UK from August 20 for £149.99.

Alienware Mechanical Board

Finally, there’s the Alienware Low-Profile RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard – AW510K. This full-featured, maximum performance keyboard incorporates the latest generation Cherry MX Low-Profile Red keys.

Naturally, you get the expected gamer-centric personalisation with fully programmable keys, dedicated audio controls and choice of 16.8 million AlienFX per-key RGB lighting for immersive gaming.

The AW510K is available in the UK from August 20 for £149.99.

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ALOGIC has announced a pair of USB C docks to bolster your device’s connectivity options.

ALOGIC’S arrival in the UK coincides with the launch of two state-of-the-art USB C docking systems. Designed to offer class-leading performance and connectivity combined with superb industrial design.

USB C Dock PLUS

The USB C Dock PLUS is designed to complement the latest USB C and Thunderbolt-equipped computers. The dock hooks up via a single USB C cable and supports either a single monitor with up to 4K resolution when using the HDMI or Mini DisplayPort outputs, or it can support two monitors with up to 1080p FULL HD resolution simultaneously using the HDMI and Mini DisplayPort outputs.

The PLUS also boasts 2 x USB 3.1 (USB-A) ports for your standard USB accessories, 1 x gigabit ethernet, 1 x Micro SD and SD Card Readers and 1 x USB-C port with support for up to 100W of Power Delivery for charging your laptop when connected to a suitable USB-C Charger.

USB C Dock Nano Gen 2

Also on offer is the USB-C Dock Nano Gen 2. Specifically designed to match the MacBook Pro (2016 on-wards) and the Macbook Air (2018 on-wards), the new Nano connects to both power and signal inputs and assumes the role of both. The upshot being 4K HDMI support with two USB A, one USB C and Micro and SD card readers.

Naturally, the fit and finish are as impressive as the technology inside. Available in both Space Grey or Silver, the USB C Dock PLUS looks every inch the piece of cutting edge technology it is. The casework ensures comprehensive shielding against electromagnetic interference to ensure performance remains unaffected.

The USB- C Dock Nano Gen 2 combines Aluminium and ABS in a compact and portable device that complements the industrial design of the MacBook range.

Designed to be easily carried with the laptop, both devices vastly increase the laptop’s capability as a workstation.

Price and availability

Both devices are on sale now with the USB C Dock PLUS retailing at £109.99 Inc. VAT and the USB-C Dock Nano Gen 2, £69.99 Inc. VAT.

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The BenQ ScreenBar is one of those things where you first look at it and think, “what’s the point?” That is until you use it. You see, if you have limited desk space but would still like a lamp to illuminate your keyboard, etc. this is where the ScreenBar plays its trump card.

BenQ ScreenBar lamp design

The ScreenBar measures 18-inches wide. As soon as you lift it from the packaging, the lamp feels like another quality BenQ lighting item as it’s solidly constructed from aluminium. The metal tube is about 3/4-inch in diameter and is fitted with a row of LEDs.

Fitting it to your monitor is done by way of a clever, and deceptively heavy, counter-weight mount. The entire tube rotates a little enabling you to get the right angle. Additionally, you can further adjust it by moving the mount on the monitor a bit.

Along the top of the aluminium bar are four touch controls. The buttons are for power, an auto-brightness feature, brightness controls, and colour temperature controls. Brightness varies between a bright max output of 320 lumens and a low light output that works well at night.

The lamp is powered entirely by USB and BenQ bundles in a 60-inch long cable for this.

Lighting was fairly even and easy to adjust from shining on the screen.

BenQ ScreenBar lamp performance

We have had the ScreenBar sat atop an old Phillips and a new BenQ monitor (23-inch and 27-inch respectively), and there were no issues as far as fitment went. However, my other half regularly uses a webcam for family Skypes, and the ScreenBar meant that the cam had to be repositioned. A minor niggle but perhaps something to consider. The plus side is that there is minimal overhang from the lamp’s stand so if your monitor has an integral webcam, chances are this won’t interfere with it.

Bright idea

The light output is quite directional, thankfully. My main concern was that the lamp would create glare on the screen – not something anyone needs. However, I should have realised that a company such as BenQ who actually make monitors with eye-friendly tech would have this covered. The band of light can be aimed to stay off of the screen and just light up your desk and keyboard. Furthermore, the light quality is exceptionally even and doesn’t appear to have any hot spots.

The lamp illuminates the area of my keyboard and mouse perfectly. No need for a long goose-necked lamp clamped to the edge of my desk here.

Flicker-free and temp control

Another area where BenQ have seemingly worked their eye-care, flicker-free magic is with the LEDs themselves. To my knowledge, most LEDs will strobe or pulse. I have taken both video and still shots of the lights and have not been able to decern either. Now, this is not to say that they are not strobing, but it leads me to assume that the rate at which they do so will not produce any ill effects to our eyesight.

The colour temperature can be varied between a very cold/ blue, 6500K and a reasonably warm 2700K. Just as the BenQ WIT desk lamp does, the ScreenBar has warm amber-tinted LEDs mounted next to standard blue/white LEDs. When set to its warmest 2700K, the colder LEDs are pretty much switched off, so you also get less light on the warmest setting. Naturally, for the settings between warm and cold mix the two LEDs for the temperature you want.

If you leave the adjustments to the auto-brightness, then the photosensor mounted directly on top of the bar takes control. I have had mixed results from allowing the sensor to do its job; however, this may be due to my monitors being directly in front of a window. With the blind shut then the sensor is pretty accurate with the amount of light it decides to dish out. Also, the automatic setting seems to ignore your colour warmth choices. Again, something to keep in mind.

Although, the ScreenBar does remember the settings from the last time you used it. So, as soon as you turn on your PC or monitor (depending on whose USB out you are using for power), the lamp will be how you left it.

BenQ ScreenBar lamp review conclusion

The BenQ ScreenBar has left me with one initial question – why the heck as this not been done before? Again, this lamp goes to prove that some of the most genius designs are the simplest and most overlooked.

This monitor-mounted lamp takes up no desk real estate, has adjustable brightness and warmth and even an automatic mode. Furthermore, it’s solidly built and, once set-up does not move unless you really want it to.

Aside from the premium price tag, we cannot find a downside to the BenQ ScreenBar lamp.

BenQ ScreenBar price and availability

You can buy the BenQ ScreenBar right now for £90 from Amazon.

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Speedlink has recently announced the CIUS mouse. Not only is it compact, wireless and ambidextrous, it is covered in fabric and sports silent buttons.

The wireless CIUS mouse is perfect for work on the move. Furthermore, it’s dressed to impress.

Speedlink CIUS

The new mouse features an innovative fabric covering that’s available in three colours. Additionally, it boasts side strips that glow blue.

It not only has the swagger simply buoyed by looks, it also has the chops on the practical side. Firstly, the mouse runs silent thanks to buttons damped to reduce noise by up to 90%. Whether in the office or on the train, neither colleagues nor fellow passengers will be disturbed. Also, at just 60g, it won’t add bulk to your luggage.

When not in use the mouse can be switched off so it doesn’t go activating itself accidentally in your bag.

Thanks to robust 2.4GHz technology you can use it anywhere within an 8m radius of the computer. Finally, the powerful and adjustable 1,600dpi sensor (800/1,200/1,600dpi) tracks even the slightest of movements with pin-point accuracy.

Price and availability

The CIUS is available in a grey, blue or red fabric covering. It is available now with an RRP of €14.99 so this eye-catcher comes at a stunning price.

Check out the Speedlink website for more information and to order.

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Acer has been busy today. As well as the new Orion desktops and Helios notebooks, the company unveiled new Nitro Series gaming desktop PCs and monitors.

The new Acer Nitro 50 Series desktops and Nitro VG0 and RG0 Series monitors easily handle demanding processing and graphics requirements for both content creation and consumption.

Acer Nitro 50 Desktops

Acer created the Nitro 50 Series for those seeking the processing power and capabilities only a desktop PC can offer but at an affordable price.

These performance PCs are powered by up to 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processors, and equipped with up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 GPUs.

They deliver stunning 4K resolution visuals and can support up to four displays simultaneously for immersive gameplay. Additionally, with up to a 3TB HDD and a 512GB SSD, there’s no shortage of storage either.

They also sport a handy wireless charging deck for keeping your Qi-enabled devices powered.

Lastly, the Nitro 50 desktops optimises network speed for gaming, browsing, and streaming through Realtek Dragon LAN. For totally immersive entertainment or to transform the gaming experience into an eye-popping stereoscopic experience, just match the Nitro 50 desktop with an Acer Nitro VG0 or RG0 monitor.

Nitro VG0 and RG0 Series Monitors

That leads me on nicely to these new IPS5 monitors with AMD Radeon FreeSync. They boast a fast response time of up to 1ms Visual Response Boost (VRB) for smooth gameplay
without breaking the bank.

The VG0 series is available with 27-, 23.8- and 21.5-inch panels delivering true-to-life colour, and resolutions of 4K UHD, WQHD or Full HD.

The ultra-thin Acer Nitro RG0 series boasts a sleek .27-inch thin profile and is offered in 27- and 23.8-inch models. Both models feature sophisticated but functional design that have earned them 2018 Red Dot Design Awards.

Thanks to AMD Radeon FreeSync, the new Nitro monitor’s frames sync with the graphics card’s frames. This eliminate screen tearing and minimises lag so that you’re left with smooth gaming.

Integrated Visual Response Boost (VRB) decreases blur in fast moving images to achieve the effect of a 1ms MPRT, along with up to 144 Hz refresh rates. Integrated 6-axis colour adjustment allows you to fine-tune colour, hue and saturation. Furthermore, the built-in black boost enables you to select from 11 black level options to optimise visual advantage and clearly spot enemies, duck for cover, or navigate curves on a race track.

The new RG0 series’ 1920×1080@75Hz resolution delivers excellent visual detail. The IPS panels provide accurate views even at wide angles of up to 178 degrees horizontally and vertically.

Also, the monitors can tilt from –5 to 20 degrees (–5 to 15 degrees for RG0) for more ergonomic gaming marathons. Meeting 72% of the NTSC standard and delivering a 250 cd/m2 brightness, these monitors produce vibrant colours and images.

Two 2W stereo speakers deliver audio and HDMI, VGA and DisplayPort ports connect to a wide array of PCs.

Finally, Acer VisionCare employs Flickerless, BlueLightShield, ComfyView and low-dimming tech for your viewing comfort. The ZeroFrame design maximises viewing area and supports near seamless multi-monitor setups.

Pricing and availability

The Acer Nitro 50 gaming desktops will be available in the UK July, with prices starting from £599. The Acer Nitro VG0 gaming monitors will be available in the UK from July, with prices starting
from £109. Lastly, the Acer Nitro RG0 gaming monitors will be available in the UK from July, with prices starting from £139.

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The new Predator Orion 5000, Orion 3000, and Predator gadgets and accessories were unveiled today at the next@acer press event held in New York.

Acer today unveiled its new Predator Orion 5000 series gaming desktop at their New York event. The Orion 5000 is designed for gamers who require superior performance and an adaptable chassis for future expansion.

As well as the Predator Orion 5000, the company also released the mid-range Orion 3000 series along with an expanded collection of Predator accessories.

Predator Orion 5000 Series

The new Predator Orion 5000 Series gaming desktops feature up to 8th  Gen Intel Core i7+ 8700K processors paired with the latest Intel Z370 chipset. You can also fit up to 32 GB of Intel Optane memory for fast load times and improved responsiveness. Other options include up to 2-way NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GPUs in SLI1. That should be plenty for multiple display high resolution gaming as well as premium VR experiences.

The Predator Orion 5000’s chassis has a transparent side panel to show off its innards. Additionally, it is EMI-compliant to protect users and peripherals from potential electromagnetic interference. Interesting.

Easy-open side panels enables quick swapping out of components and cables during upgrades.

The IceTunnel 2.0 airflow management design segments the system into different thermal zones and provides each sector with its own airflow tunnel to expel heat. Furthermore, the front mesh panel with dust filters allows the machine to inhale massive amounts of air while filtering out annoying dust.

Finally, Killer LAN high- speed Ethernet, cradles for audio headsets, and a carry-handle rounds off the feature-set.

Predator Orion 3000 Series

Next on the list is the Orion 3000. With up to 8th Gen Intel Core i7+ processors, and up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 GPUs, the 3000 supports 4K gameplay and VR. Like the 5000 series, the 3000 can be configured with up to 32 GB of Intel Optane memory, and up to 64 GB DDR4-2666 RAM.

Excellent heat dissipation is achieved with a front-facing intake LED fan, mesh cover and rear exhaust for optimised air flow.

Lastly, you also get a transparent EMI-compliant side panel, RGB lighting, and built-in headset cradles.

Predator gadgets and accessories 

Alongside the new gaming desktops, Acer has expanded its gaming gadget and accessory line:

Cestus 510: a customisable high-performance gaming mouse with an precise optical sensor that supports up to 16,000 DPI.

Predator Gaming Chair: includes detachable cushions, superior ergonomics, and lumbar spine support. However, they had no time for a catchier name.

Hard Case: protects the most valuable assets with a hard-as-rock outer shell. Also packs customisable foam inserts.

Aethon 500 extra-durable mechanical keyboard with a lifespan of 70 million strokes per key. Also features 16.8 million colour customisation.

Predator Mousepad:  The series is available in plastic or fabric finishes. Additionally, features dramatic cinematic landscapes “to keep the player in the game”.

Pricing and availability

 The Predator Orion 5000 gaming desktops will be available in the UK in July, starting at £1499. The Predator Orion 3000 gaming desktops will be available in the UK in July starting at £799.

To find out about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office or retailer via www.acer.com.

For more information, visit www.acer.com/nextatacer.

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Western Digital has just announced the release of their Black 3D NVMe SSD. This M.2 drive has been designed especially with PC gaming in mind.

PC gaming is increasingly immersive, with richer and more intense visual content than ever before.

In order to push leading-edge performance, lower power consumption and extended durability for PC gaming systems, Western Digital has introduced a high-performance Western Digital Black 3D NVMe SSD. This, of course,  features the company’s own SSD architecture and controller.

WD Black 3D NVMe SSD

PCs now must have the capability to run intensive applications and enable the 4K/Ultra HD graphics and video content experiences.

To help aliviate the tradtional storage bottleneck, Western Digital has developed a new breed of SSD.

This M.2 drive features a new NVMe architecture and controller. This optimally integrates with Western Digital 3D NAND.

Western Digital’s new vertically integrated SSD platform was engineered from the ground up. It has been specifically architected to help maximise performance for NVMe SSDs, with advanced power management, durability and endurance.

Built to boost gaming systems

With exceptional sequential read (up to 3,400 MB/s for 1TB and 500GB models) and write performance (up to 2,8001MB/s for 1TB model), the new drive is ideal for enhancing user experiences in gaming environments. Additionally, the drives feature up to 500,000 random-read IOPs (for 1TB model) to deliver extreme throughput. So, this makes it deal for multi-threaded applications and data-intensive multitasking environments.

The drive offers a five-year limited warranty with up to 600TBW endurance (for 1TB model).

Words

Mark Grace, senior vice president, Devices Business Unit, Western Digital, tells us:

Today’s gaming applications require increasing capability from their PCs, and this will only continue to advance. With our new architecture and controller, the Western Digital Black SSD integrates our 3D NAND technology with the NVMe interface to enable new levels of performance. Whether it’s a new gaming rig or a video-editing workstation, our innovative NVMe drives will power many existing and future environments that enable data to thrive,”

Price and availability

The Western Digital Black 3D NVMe SSD is available in the U.S. in capacities of 250GB ($119.99 USD), 500GB ($229.99 USD) and 1TB ($449.99 USD).

I have reached out for UK pricing and this is not yet available. Once it has been released I’ll let you know as I, for one, am really interested in buying one of these.

The new drives will be available by late April 2018.

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