Eurocom Panther 4.0 Supercomputer-Class Fully Upgradeable And Configurable Super-Notebook With Intel x79 Chipset Review

With the announcement of the Eurocom Panther 4.0 notebook, the Maingear Titan 17 isn’t the only portable device to get a taste of the Intel Core i7 3960X Extreme Edition processor and this laptop will come powered by the Intel X79 Sandy Bridge-E Core Logic chipset along with support for SLI and CrossFireX. Aimed as a workstation, mobile server and gaming rig, this portable laptop is built around dimensions of 16.76 x 11.44 x 2.31 inches and weighs approximately 12.1lbs, potential users can also choose between the Nvidia GeForce GTX 580M and Quadro 5010M GPUs or the AMD Radeon HD 6990M graphics chip, in single or dual SLI or CrossFireX mode. As it's powered by an Intel Extreme Core i7 processor, maxes out at a massive 32GB of RAM and can optionally have SLI graphics cards (two cards running together), availability date could be Mar. 15, 2012.

Eurocom, which makes high performance notebooks mobile workstations and mobile servers has announced the EUROCOM Panther 4.0, which is a Mobile Workstation, Mobile Server and Gaming Station powered by Intel's newest line of 6 core, 12 thread, 130W desktop Intel Core i7-3960X Processor Extreme edition based on the Intel X79 Express Chipset Sandy Bridge-E architecture. It's a major upgrade from the previous Panther and its X58 Chipset and the new processor runs at up to 3.9 GHz with 15MB of L3 cache, which delivers exceptional high-def multimedia, multi-tasking and multi-threaded performance. "The new chipset is faster and will support the new Sandy Bridge E processors and the forthcoming Xeons," said Braden Taylor, Eurocom's marketing manager. At the core of the Panther 4.0, users can choose between multiple graphics cards: the NVIDIA GeForce 580M with 384 CUDA cores and 2 GB of GDDR5 RAM for high-performance gaming, NVIDIA Quadro 5010M with 4GB of RAM or the AMD Radeon HD 6990M with 2 GB RAM for those looking for a high-performance workstation class performance. Users can additionally select a choice of a single graphics card or two in NVIDIA SLI or AMD CrossFireX mode for the ultimate in gaming performance and image quality. With the fastest NVIDIA GeForce notebook GPUs in NVIDIA SLI mode, NVIDIA Quadro GPU or AMD Radeon GPU this new graphics powerhouse is the ultimate mobile gaming and workstation machine.

The Panther also features modular VGA technology based on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580M GPUs or NVIDIA Quadro 5010M running in Single or Dual SLI (Scalable Link Interface) Video Technology mode or AMD Radeon HD 6990M running in single or Dual CrossFireX mode. The Panther 4.0 also features the largest storage capacity on the market today, 4TB with RAID 0/1/5/10 - making it the perfect laptop for users who demand extra-large capacity storage and reliability for true portable workstation-calibre or server experience. It has three choices of 17.3-inch Full HD 16:9, 1920x1080 displays with choices of Matte, Glossy and 120Hz 3D matte. "In addition to the power, the ability to customize almost every aspect of the system makes us different from the other high end competitors on the market," Taylor said. The Panther is built with an ultra heavy duty design for unintentional abuse while on the go, and to ensure the long life expected in machines of this class. For security purposes, it comes equipped with a Trusted Platform Module, Fingerprint reader and Kensington lock port. This assures the data is not compromised. Up to 32GB of superfast DDR3-1600 SODIMM memory is also supported via four channels. The Panther 4.0, which measures 16.76" x 11.44" x 2.31"/ 419(W)x286(D)x57.9-62.1(H)mm and weights 12.1lbs/5.5kg, also supplies tremendous SATA-600 storage (up to 4TB using four storage drives), allowing users to save more of their favourite photos, music, games, and more, as well as headroom to install additional office and entertainment applications. Customers may also choose between RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 for the ultimate transfer rates and application load times or redundancy.

Features:

Core Logic: Intel X79 Express Chipset

BIOS: Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI); AMI

Processor: up to Intel Core i7-3960X Extreme(3.30GHz, 15MB L3 cache)

VGA TECHNOLOGY: Modular MXM 3.0b; NVIDIA: GTX 580M, 560M; QUADRO 5010M, 4000M, 3000M; AMD: HD6990M, HD6970M; supports both SLI and CrossFireX

MEMORY: up to 64GB; DDR3-1333/1600/1866; four physical memory sockets

EXPANSION: Built-in ExpressCard 34/54 slot

STORAGE: up to 4TB of storage with four physical SSD, Hybrid or HDD, RAID 0/1/5/10 support; SATA-3

OPTICAL DRIVE BAY: DVD-RW or Blu Ray Burner or 4th Hard Drive

I/O PORTS: 3x USB 3.0; 2x USB 2.0; eSATA; Firewire-400 (TI XIO2221ZAY); DP v1.2; DVI-I (SL); HDMI 1.4a out w/HDCP; Headphone; Microphone; S/PDIF out; Line-in; RJ-45 / LAN

COMMUNICATION: built-in 10/100/1000Mb Base-TX Ethernet LAN (Intel 82579V); WLAN (optional); Bluetooth v2.1+EDR (optional); 2M Video Webcam (built-in)

SECURITY: TPM 1.2; Fingerprint, Kensington Lock

KEYBOARD: Illuminated full-size with separate numeric keypad; W/A/S/D gaming key; built-in touchpad with multi-gesture and scrolling functions; 6 touch sensor instant buttons: Volume Up/Down, Mute, WLAN, BT, Webcam

WEIGHT/DIMENSIONS: 5.5kg (12.1lbs); 419(W)x286(D)x57.9-62.1(H)mm (16.76x11.44x2.31-2.48inch)

Specifications:

HARDWARE

Laptop type	Desktop replacement
Width	419 mm
Depth	286 mm
Thickness	62.1 mm
Weight	12.2 pounds
Color	Black

SOFTWARE

Operating system	Windows 7, Linux

DISPLAY (BASE)

Screen size (diagonal)	17.3 inches
Display surface	Matte, Glossy
Backlight	LED
Resolution (X)	1920 px
Resolution (Y)	1080 px

DISPLAY (MAX)

Size (diagonal)	17.3 inches
Backlit	LED
Resolution (X)	1920 px
Resolution (Y)	1080 px
3D enabled	Yes

KEYBOARD

Type	Chiclet
Backlit	Yes
Number pad	Yes

MOUSE

Type(s)	Trackpad
Multitouch	Yes

PROCESSOR (MAX)

Brand	Intel
Family	Sandy Bridge
Model	Core i7-3960X
Cores	6
Clockspeed	3.3 GHz
Turbo clockspeed	2.9 MHz

GPU (BASE)

Graphics type	Discrete
Base discrete GPU brand	Nvidia
Discrete GPU model	GTX 560M

GPU (MAX)

Discrete GPU brand	AMD
Discrete GPU model	HD6990M
SLI / Crossfire	Yes

MEMORY

Base RAM size	8 GB
Max. config RAM size	24 GB
RAM type	DDR3
Base RAM speed	1333 MHz
RAM slots	4

STORAGE

Max. config HDD	4 TB
Card reader	Yes
Card reader support	SD, miniSD, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, MMC

OPTICAL DRIVE

Optical drive type	Tray-loading
Compatible media	DVD-R/RW, Blu-ray burner

AUDIO

Speakers	5
Subwoofer	Yes

WEBCAM

Effective pixels	2 megapixels

PORT OPTIONS

USB	3
FireWire 400	1
Ethernet	1
Ethernet type	10/100/1000 (Gigabit)
DVI	1
DisplayPort	1
HDMI	1
3.5mm headphone	1
3.5mm line-in / microphone	1

CONNECTIVITY

Wi-Fi	Yes
Wi-Fi options	802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a
802.11n frequencies	5GHz, 2.4GHz
Bluetooth	Optional
Bluetooth version	2.1 + EDR

BATTERY

Size	78.44 Wh
Chemistry	Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable	Yes

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Roland 3D Hobby Milling Machine Review, AnAffordable Production Tool for Craft and Hobby Enthusiasts

With a 3D printer, you can create anything you want by adding multiple layers of material one on top of another and with a 3D mill, you can create anything you want by removing multiple layers of material, one after another. A milling machine is essentially just a fancy, computer-controlled power drill and the drill points down from the ceiling, and it can move in three axes: up and down, side to side, and front to back. The iModela comes with all the cutting tools, software and materials you need to get started, but if you've already been tinkering with ideas, there's also compatibility with other popular CAD software and the Roland iModela iM-01 pictured above is one of the new mini 3D Mill machines which have started to appear, and is priced at around $1000.

Roland DGA Corp. has introduced the iModela hobby milling machine, providing hobbyists with easy and affordable access to 3D milling technology. "iModela is a completely new concept – a digital hobby mill designed to support a range of unique creative pursuits, from miniatures and model railroading to jewelry design and craft projects," said Brian Brooks, product manager for Roland DGA Corp. "The applications for this innovative technology are endless, and we can't wait to see what our customers will produce with it." With iModela, 3D modelers and hobby enthusiasts can easily and accurately create and embellish a wide range of projects by producing 3D shapes, reliefs, textures and patterns from modeling wax, foam, balsa wood and plastic materials. With a milling area of 3.39 inches wide by 2.17 inches in length and 1.02 inches in height, iModela is the perfect tool for small-scale creative projects. Based on 25 years of proven Roland milling technology, iModela is a complete solution with a cutting tool, sample materials and software. To build on this starter kit, Roland offers a variety of optional tools and materials that can be purchased conveniently online. Designed for ease of use, iModela comes equipped with a virtual panel that allows users to operate the machine right from a personal computer. Included with the hobby milling machine is iModela Creator design software, which includes free hand drawing tools for sketching out designs and ideas. Intuitive menus and icons guide the user through the design process. Once designs are completed, they are easy to output on iModela using the included Windows driver. More advanced CAM software is available for download as well at http://icreate.rolanddg.com, allowing users to mill 3D files from other popular CAD applications. To help iModela artists further their creative goals, Roland has established an online iModela community at http://icreate.rolanddg.com. The site serves as a collaborative forum for sharing design ideas, production workflows and technical tips. In addition, users can download free software and sample projects for production on iModela. Priced at $899, iModela can be purchased online at www.rolanddgastore.com, and is available for delivery anywhere throughout North and South America (except Brazil).

Summary:

• Affordable, compact, and easy-to-use platform for exploring creativity
• Precisely mills 3D shapes, patterns and designs out of foam, wax, balsa wood and plastic
• iModela Creator, Roland’s 3D design software, is included, allowing users to mill shapes, holes, textures and patterns right out of the box
• Specially designed spindle motor unit supports a variety of milling tools commonly available at model shops and do-it-yourself (DIY) retailers
• iModela comes fully assembled
• Easy to setup and operate, and is controlled with just a power switch, simple LED display and iModela controller software
• Stores in its own portable carrying case
• iModela online community allows users to share ideas and projects

Features:

The Perfect Addition to Your Hobby or Craft Workshop With iModela, the creative possibilities are endless. iModela features a rotating cutter that precisely mills 3D shapes, patterns and designs in resin materials. With just a power switch, simple LED display and iModela controller software, iModela is easy to setup and operate. A specially designed spindle motor unit supports a variety of milling tools commonly available at model shops and do-it-yourself (DIY) retailers.Its compact design allows iModela to fit right on your desktop and a dedicated carrying case provides for easy storage in between projects.

Boost Your Creativity with iModela Creator Design Software iModela comes complete with its own design software, iModela Creator, allowing you to create and mill shapes, holes, textures and patterns with precision right out of the box. Intuitive menus and icons make design and production easy. With iModela Creator, you can also access drawing tools to sketch out ideas. Then simply load your cutting material into the mill, and iModela does the rest, recreating your design in precise detail. A complete system, iModela and iModela Creator software produce a wide range of items, from charms, pendants and key chains to small figurines and accessories for doll houses and model train sets.

Proven Performance iModela incorporates 25 years of proven Roland milling technology into an easy-to-use device with powerful performance features. MODELA Player 4 CAM software is included, allowing you to produce 3D objects that are downloaded from the Internet, or created in 3D design software.

Join the iModela Community To help iModela artists learn, share and further their creative goals, iModela has its own dedicated website,icreate.rolanddg.com. In addition to complete information on the product, the site discusses design ideas, production workflows and maintenance tips, and also offers free project samples you can download for production on your iModela. Direct links to Facebook and YouTube allow you to share your projects and techniques with other iModela users. The site also features a wide range of optional materials and supplies, which can be purchased conveniently online.

One-Year Warranty Roland milling machines combine unbeatable performance with legendary Roland reliability. As proof, the iModela includes a limited warranty for a period of one year.

Quality Assurance Roland’s international ISO certifications are your assurance of quality products and service. We build reliable, high-performance products and back them up with first-rate customer service and a wide variety of supplies and accessories.

Specifications:

Material that can be cut	Soft material such as resins (conductive materials such as metals and carbons are not supported).
Maximum Milling Area	X, Y, and Z: 3.39 x 2.17 x 1.02 inches (8 x 55 x 26 mm)
Distance from Collet tip to table	Maximum 2.17 inches (55 mm)
Table size	Width x depth: 3.39 x 2.17 inches (86 x 55 mm)
Mountable cutting material weight	0.4 lb (200 g)
X-, Y-, and Z-axis drive system	Stepping motor
Operating speed	X and Y axes: 0.24 to 9.45 inches/min (6 to 240 mm/min)
Software resolution	0.00039 inches/step (0.01 mm/step; RML-1),0.000039 inches/step (0.001 mm/step: NC code)
Mechanical resolution	0.00000732 inches/step (0.000186 mm/step: micro steps)
Spindle motor	iM-01 spindle motor
Interface	USB (compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0 Full Speed)
Control command set	RML-1, NC code
Power supply conditions	Dedicated AC adpater	AC 100 to 240 V +/-10%, 50/60 Hz
	Machine	DC 24 V, 0.7 A
Power consumption	Approximately 14 W
Operating noise	During operation: 57dB (A) or less (when not cutting), during standby: 39 dB (A) or less
External dimensions	Width x depth x height: 8.43 x 7.87 x 8.07 inches ( 214 x 200 x 205 mm)
Weight	3.7 lb (1.7 kg)
Installation environment	Operating environment: Temperature of 41 to 95 deg F (5 to 35 deg C), 35 to 80% relative humidity (no condensation) Ambient pollution degree: 2 (as specified by IEC 60664-1)
Included items	Power cord, AC adapter, USB cable, cutting tool (axis diameter: 2.35 mm, Tip of the blade diameter: 1.6 mm), mounting screws (for fixing the cutting tool in place), hexagonal wrench (for fixing the cutting tool in place), spare hooks, replacement spindle motor, blower fan, maintenace grease, cleaning brush, double-sided tape, trial cutting materials, trial scrap plate, flathead screwdriver, Roland Software Package, setting board, and user's manuals
System Requirements
PC	A model preinstalled with the 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows® XP, Vista, or 7, or a PC preinstalled with Windows XP

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Mushroom Networks ThirdEye Wireless Mobile Video Technology Review

Mushroom Networks ThirdEye makes surveillance mobile, peeping on perps goes wireless and ThirdEye utilizes the company's Broadband Bonding tech to mesh bandwidth across several cellular data cards into one high-speed connection for PTZ cameras (pan-tilt-zoom), letting corporate or government users patrol their perimeters remotely in real-time. The cost of this surveillance freedom won't come cheap for Uncle Sam and friends either with prices starting at $3,190 and unless you're the Howard Hughes homebound-type, you won't be needing this level of protection.

Mushroom Networks Inc., innovators of Broadband Bonding technology announced ThirdEye, a highly portable video surveillance technology that utilizes inexpensive cellular broadband cards to transmit live high-quality video from any location. Designed for security, government, defense, emergency response, and other such applications, ThirdEye seamlessly integrates with leading pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) cameras delivering the first fully wireless surveillance system that can be placed along borders/roadways, inside vehicles or moved to new locations as often as needed without requiring a wired Internet connection. ThirdEye transmits live video via Broadband Bonding, a method that aggregates the bandwidth of several cellular data cards (from one or a combination of mobile carriers) into a single high-speed connection. Because the system utilizes multiple cards, video transmission is nearly infallible as the remaining cards automatically compensates if a connection is lost. In addition, the low latency nature of Third Eye allows real time control of PTZ cameras for panning, tilting and zooming the camera as needed from any remote location. "Many industries including corporate, broadcasting, transportation and many others have adopted our unique technology for combining multiple broadband links into a single high-speed connection," stated Dr. Cahit Akin, co-founder and CEO of Mushroom Networks. "With ThirdEye, we are now delivering mobile video capabilities to government and security surveillance applications as well as brand-new applications that were not possible before such as a doctor remotely viewing a patient in a moving ambulance, or a police chief remotely viewing and controlling the dash cam of a squad car." Mushroom Networks' ThirdEye employs industry standards RJ45 Ethernet to connect to the IP camera at the mobile location turning any PTZ camera into a suitable device for live video transmission. ThirdEye is completely transparent to existing video surveillance equipments and therefore simply replaces the wired Internet connection at the camera side without requiring any changes to the existing system.

Features:

• High quality video delivery over bonded 3G / 4G wireless cards - ThirdEye uses award winning bonding technology that is optimized for delivering live video from PTZ cameras over aggregated 3G / 4G wireless data cards to the command and control center location. This bonding technology provides support for higher quality video settings, such as higher resolution, higher frame rate as well as unmatched professional grade reliability.
  
• Transparent setup - ThirdEye is designed to simply slide into your video security camera work-flow without any change required. Simply replace your wired connection that you normally use to connect to your PTZ camera or gateway with the ThirdEye field unit that is peered with the ThirdEye server and you can start monitoring and managing your PTZ camera remotely.
• Reliable video feed - ThirdEye is designed to cope with and shield the unavoidable fluctuations and performance variations of the cellular Internet connections. The net result is reliable video feed even when some wireless cards may disconnect.
• High Speed Internet access - When not feeding video, ThirdEye doubles as a Broadband Bonding Network Appliance for high speed Internet access over the bonded 3G / 4G wireless cards for data applications.
• Support for any service provider for 3G / 4G data cards - You can use cards from any carrier in any country. Please contact us for the latest list of supported data cards.

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Disney Mobile On DoCoMo Review

Disney Mobile on DoCoMo brand launches with two new Android phones in Japan, which kicking off with two new Android-powered handsets launching over the next couple of months that pack in access to exclusive content from Disney like full-length animations, games, wallpapers and more.Equipped with 1.2GHz dual core CPU, the F-08D sports 4.3-inch high definition display and features waterproof/dustproof design, sparkling silhouettes of Mickey and Minnie mouse and compatible with Osaifu-Keitai mobile wallet service and one-seg services and also exclusive content and services for users of the smartphones will include access to Disney full-length animations, live actions and overseas dramas; digital content from Disney, such as puzzle and music game applications for children and family entertainment; original Disney applications, live wallpapers and more; and customer benefits in co-operation with Tokyo Disney Resort.

NTT DOCOMO INC. announced he first two Android smartphones under the "Disney Mobile on docomo" brand that it is launching in cooperation with The Walt Disney Company (Japan) Ltd. The "Disney Mobile on docomo F-08D" model will go on sale in the end of February and the "Disney Mobile on docomo P-05D" model will launch in March. Both models will be sold in Japan only. The magical world of Disney is featured throughout the two smartphones, from their outer designs to user interfaces, including main displays and screen icons. Both models are waterproof and compatible with popular DOCOMO services, such as Osaifu-Keitai mobile-wallet services. Users will enjoy free access (excluding packet-data charges) with their smartphones to movie services, original live wallpapers, puzzle and music game applications for children and family-entertainment. Special customer benefits also will be offered from this spring in cooperation with Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, where DOCOMO is an official corporate sponsor. Pre-orders for the "Disney Mobile on docomo F-08D" model scheduled for release in late February will be accepted at docomo shops from February 17. Pre-orders for the Disney Mobile on docomo P-05D model scheduled for release in March will be announced later.

Disney Mobile on docomo F-08D Features:

• Luxury smartphone with sparkling silhouettes of Mickey and Minnie.
• Tabletop holder featuring the world-famous Mickey Head Design.
• 4.3-inch high-resolution HD display with 1.2 GHz dual core CPU to experience dynamic Disney video content.
• Waterproof/dustproof design and compatible with Osaifu-Keitai mobile-wallet service and one-seg services.

Disney Mobile on docomo P-05D Features:

• Stylish smartphone designed to fit comfortably in the palm of one's hand.
• Two customizable Disney jackets for personalized styling.
• Slim 7.8 mm body combined with large 4.3-inch Organic EL display for full enjoyment of Disney content.
• Waterproof/dustproof design and compatible with Osaifu-Keitai mobile-wallet services.

You will find all the specifications of "Disney Mobile on docomo" android smartphones: here

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