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CONTROL THE COURT THIS FALL IN NBA LIVE 14 #WeAreLive
Sydney, Australia – June 12, 2013 – EA SPORTSTM unveiled yesterday the first look at NBA LIVE 14 at the company’s E3 press conference, ushering in the future of basketball for the next generation. Exclusively for Xbox One® all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, NBA LIVE 14 will launch this fall.
Powered by the EA SPORTS IGNITE engine, NBA LIVE 14 will deliver the ultimate on-the-court control. Utilizing its new BounceTek technology, NBA LIVE 14 will introduce a revolutionary new, physics-based dribbling system. Whether it’s Ricky Rubio’s crossover or Kyrie Irving’s devastating between the legs dribble, one-on-one matchups take on a whole new meaning by putting the creativity and control at the core of every move.
By utilizing the same data used by all 30 NBA teams, more than 70 unique statistics and tendencies will fuel every single player on the court. From the way they move, to the way they play, to the decisions they make, NBA LIVE player will evolve throughout the season with updates from every NBA game within one hour of a game’s final buzzer. Gamers will now have a new experience every time they pick-up the controller.
Stay tuned throughout the winter for more information as NBA LIVE 14 makes its return to the court.
AMD Unleashes First-Ever 5 GHz Processor
– Enthusiasts get unbelievable PC performance with new AMD FX-9000 Series Processor –
SYDNEY, Australia – 12 June 2013 – AMD unveiled its most powerful member of the legendary AMD FX family of CPUs, the world’s first commercially available 5 GHz CPU processor, the AMD FX-9590. These 8-core CPUs deliver new levels of gaming and multimedia performance for desktop enthusiasts. AMD FX-9000 Series CPUs will be available initially in PCs through system integrators.
“At E3 this week, AMD demonstrated why it is at the core of gaming,” said Bernd Lienhard, corporate vice president and general manager, Client Products Division at AMD. “The new FX 5 GHz processor is an emphatic performance statement to the most demanding gamers seeking ultra-high resolution experiences including AMD Eyefinity technology. This is another proud innovation for AMD in delivering the world’s first commercially available 5 GHz processor.”
“AMD continues to push the envelope when it comes to desktop capabilities and power performance,” said Wallace Santos, CEO and founder of MAINGEAR. “In unveiling the world’s first 5 GHz 8-core CPU, AMD continues to lead the way in innovation while providing our customers with a best-in-class experience. We are thrilled to be part of this exciting launch.”
The new 5 GHz FX-9590 and 4.7 GHz FX-9370 feature the “Piledriver” architecture, are unlocked for easy overclocking and pave the way for enthusiasts to enjoy higher CPU speeds and related performance gains1. Additionally, these processors feature AMD Turbo Core 3.0 technology to dynamically optimise performance across CPU cores and enable maximum computing for the most intensive workloads.
AMD was the first to break the 1 GHz barrier in May of 2000 and continues to set the standard in technology innovation including the first Windows compatible 64-bit PC processor and the first native dual-core and quad-core processors. AMD also introduced the first APU (unifying CPU and Radeon™ graphics on the same chip) and the first x86 quad-core SoC, continuing forward with HSA architectures and programming models.
The new AMD FX CPUs will be available from system integrators globally beginning this summer. Two models will be available:
- FX-9590: Eight “Piledriver” cores, 5 GHz Max Turbo
- FX-9370: Eight “Piledriver” cores, 4.7 GHz Max Turbo
Supporting Resources
- Check out the AMD FX Family of CPUs here
- Visit our ‘Be Invincible’ landing page for more information on the APU Advantage
- Read AMD Blogs for more details on why AMD is the Core of Gaming
- Watch AMD APU demos on the AMD YouTube Channel
- Follow all the news from AMD on Twitter: @AMD
- Join AMD on Facebook
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AMD Gaming Evolved Program Extends Gaming Leadership with Exclusive Hardware Partnership on “THIEF”
AMD Gaming Evolved Program Extends Gaming Leadership with Exclusive Hardware Partnership on “THIEF”
– AMD graphics and processing architectures enable incredible performance and image quality in exclusive hardware partnership with this next-gen title –
SYDNEY, Australia – 12 June 2013 – AMD today announced exclusive collaboration with Square Enix to optimise “THIEF™” for the Graphics Core Next architecture in select AMD Radeon™ graphics processors, as well as the x86 and graphics architectures featured in AMD A-Series APUs. Developed in conjunction with the AMD Gaming Evolved program, “THIEF” will extensively leverage the advanced capabilities of AMD Radeon graphics processors including AMD Eyefinity multi-display technology for panoramic gaming, AMD CrossFire™ multi-GPU technology for supreme performance, and state-of-the-art DirectX® 11 rendering for pristine image quality.
“The ‘THIEF’ franchise has a storied history that we are proud to join in this latest installment,” said Matt Skynner, corporate vice president and general manager, Graphics Business Unit, AMD. “We are even more pleased to work so closely with their development team to realise the vision for these games with the incredible gaming performance of a PC powered by AMD Radeon graphics. And as the exclusive hardware partner for ‘THIEF,’ we continue to demonstrate that the best experience for gamers and developers lives at AMD with the Gaming Evolved program.”
Square Enix is present at this year’s Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) with a wide variety of games and demonstrations to be discovered and experienced hands-on in the South Hall at booth #1647, or online with the Square Enix Presents YouTube™ channel.
“AMD, Square Enix and Eidos-Montréal have a strong and notable relationship,” said Stephane D’Astous, general manager, Eidos-Montréal. “It was only logical that we extend the cooperative efforts of our teams to ‘THIEF,’ imbuing it with the expertise that made ‘Deus Ex: Human Revolution’ such a technical achievement. Those efforts include a broad range of exclusive performance optimisations for AMD CPUs, APUs and graphics cards, and we are excited about making our game a technology showcase on the PC platform.”
AMD also has a large presence at this year’s E3, located in the South Hall booth #423. From an array of gadgets powered by AMD APUs and CPUs, to UltraHD gaming driven by the world’s most advanced graphics cards, fans can experience AMD’s full commitment to gaming on a diverse range of state-of-the-art computing solutions.
Supporting Resources
- Learn more about AMD at E3
- Learn more about AMD Gaming Evolved
- Learn about AMD A-Series APUs
- Learn about AMD Radeon™ graphics
- Follow AMD gaming news on Twitter at @AMDGaming
- Become a fan of AMD gaming on Facebook
New Seagate NAS Storage Solution Delivers Industry’s Highest Capacity and Best Performance
Custom-Built NAS HDDs Launched with Strong Support from Top NAS Providers
CUPERTINO, Calif. — 11 June,2013 — Seagate Technology (NASDAQ:STX) today took the wraps off its new Seagate® NAS HDD— a cutting-edge drive custom-built for always-on, one- to five-bay network attached storage (NAS) systems. Engineered with performance and reliability in mind, the new drives are available in multiple capacity points including a 4TB option— the industry’s highest capacity NAS hard disk drive (HDD) solution available— and strong industry support from nine NAS system partners.
“Today about 50 percent of NAS arrays are sold diskless meaning that customers are challenged with identifying and installing the right storage for their system. By developing a drive like NAS HDD, we’ve taken the guesswork out of it and made it easy for customers to identify the right drive for their system,” said Scott Horn, Seagate vice president of marketing. “By collaborating closely with a variety of partners who specialize in NAS systems, we’re making what was a confusing effort into a plug-and-play one.”
Featuring up to 4TB of storage the drive now enables NAS systems, such as those utilized in homes and small to midsize businesses (SMB), to provide up to 20TB of data in a five-bay NAS array. And with over 30 percent capacity improvement over competitive offerings, the NAS HDD 4TB drive delivers the highest capacity available on the market.
Cost effective drives built specifically for NAS solutions, the 4TB option has the capacity to store over 819,000 photos, 1 million songs or nearly 500 hours of high-definition (HD) video content—more than enough space for the average household. It is also ideal for small businesses with large enough capacities to support CAD files, medical images and databases.
“QNAP is thrilled to be teaming up with Seagate to offer our customers a high-performance storage solution optimized for NAS systems,” said Meiji Chang, general manager of QNAP. “The Seagate NAS HDD allows us to deliver the highest capacity storage offering on the market while providing our customers with a huge boost in performance and a reliable business level NAS solution for 24×7 operations.”
“Households and SMBs continue to generate a significant amount of data, and need fast and reliable storage solutions,” said John Rydning, IDC’s research vice president for hard disk drives. “Rather than taking hours or days to transfer a large amount of digital content over the internet to a cloud storage service provider, Seagate’s new NAS HDD provides a high-capacity solution for fast data transfers and backups on-premise over local networks.”
Built to provide up to 10 percent performance advantage, over the competition for 24×7 NAS applications, the NAS HDD is engineered for performance in always on applications and can support multiple HD video streams and user profiles. The drive boasts near silent acoustics operating below the range of audible sound for the human ear with as low as 1.9 bels, providing optimized acoustics for the home or SMB environment. It also features Seagate’s own NASWorks™ technology which improves drive reliability by supporting features that limit drive vibrations and support extended error recovery controls for better data integrity.
Seagate NAS HDDs are built and tested to provide industry-leading performance for small NAS systems. Key features of the NAS HDD include:
• Industry’s Highest Capacity NAS Drive— up to 4TB available, the NAS HDD offers a 30 percent capacity advantage over the competition.
• Best Performance for 1- to -5-bay NAS Systems— built and tested to provide industry-leading performance, NAS HDDs offer the industry’s highest throughput to deliver the performance demanded by NAS solutions.
• NASWorks— supports error correction via customized error recovery controls, power management and vibration tolerance for optimal performance and reliability in a 1- to 5-bay solution.
• Improved Vibration Tolerance— dual-plane balance supports the unique weighted motor design minimizing vibration that can be amplified in multi-drive systems improving the drive’s performance and system reliability.
• Advanced Power Management— supports multiple user-selectable power profiles that can optimize power usage for different workloads to minimize power consumption while maintaining high-availability performance.
• Quiet Drive Operation— enhances the end customer experience with near-silent acoustics for low-noise environments like living rooms or office spaces.
Designed with compatibility in mind, Seagate NAS hard disk drives have been rigorously tested by some of today’s top NAS providers and flawlessly integrated into their NAS solutions. For more information on the Seagate NAS HDD and qualified OEM partners please visit www.seagate.com/www/nashdd.
Strong NAS Partner Support
“Seagate’s new NAS hard drives have been fully verified as being compatible with all ASUSTOR NAS products. Our users demand reliable performance for 24×7 applications and we are glad to be able to offer them more choices when selecting specialized hard disks for their NAS,” said Shawn Shu, president of ASUSTOR. “We are excited for the launch of the Seagate NAS hard drives and believe that a combination of these drives with ASUSTOR’s full range of NAS products will create an optimal user experience.”
“D-Link prides itself on developing innovative and intuitive solutions. By adding Seagate’s new NAS HDD to our compatible product list, we continue to make it easy for our customers to choose the right storage and get the best experience and reliability from their D-Link NAS,” said Jocelyn Chung, D-Link vice president of marketing, D-Link global headquarters.
“LenovoEMC is focused on delivering innovative and cost-effective storage solutions that our customers value,” said Eric Arcese, president and general manager, LenovoEMC Ltd. “Seagate’s new NAS HDD has been built and tested to provide a performance advantage for always-on NAS applications while at the same time being offered at an affordable price. As a qualified drive for use with Lenovo network storage products, the NAS HDD gives our customers the opportunity to further maximize the return on their technology investments— that’s what we call a ‘win-win’ all around.”
“Seagate has been a trusted partner for many years, and we are excited to integrate these new drives into our DiskStations and RackStations,” said Vic Hsu, CEO of Synology Inc. “By supporting Seagate’s new NAS HDD, Synology will provide users with more freedom in the choice of hard drives and continue to deliver robust and reliable NAS solutions that our customers can count on.”
“The majority of our NAS systems are sold diskless so it just makes sense to partner with an industry leader like Seagate and bring a product to market that is purpose built for NAS arrays,” said Florence Shih, general manager of Thecus Technology. “And with a name like NAS HDD, it makes it easy for customers to ask for the product by name and know that they are getting the right drive for our solutions.”
Alienware Redefines the PC Gaming Experience Launched at E3
Alienware Redefines the PC Gaming Experience: Unveils Its Most Powerful Gaming Laptops with Bold, New Iconic Design
- Alienware introduces new, iconic industrial design that evokes power and performance
- New Alienware 14, 17, and 18-inch laptops feature all new performance graphics, processors and components engineered for extreme performance
- New Alienware Vindicator laptop bags exclusively designed to protect the new Alienware laptops with smart organisation and matching design
SYDNEY, Australia, June 12, 2013 – Alienware, the pioneer in specialty high-performance PC gaming systems, introduced its latest and most powerful gaming laptops with the unveiling of the Alienware 14, Alienware 17 and Alienware 18 at E3 in Los Angeles. The systems feature a bold new design and extraordinary performance, uniquely engineered to deliver the ultimate gaming experience.
The new laptops include the Alienware 14 for the enthusiast gamer who requires a laptop that provides enough performance for any task, yet is mobile enough to fit into a backpack; the Alienware 17 for an immersive, graphics-intensive experience with the latest technologies for desktop-grade performance; and the Alienware 18, the ultimate gaming laptop that commands respect among top gamers for its unparalleled performance and construction.
All three laptops feature a new, iconic, angular design that takes its cues from jet engines and stealth bombers with an anodised aluminium shell and magnesium alloy body. The latest laptops are exceptionally durable, with over 60 percent of the main mechanical components made of various metals. The keyboard is protected by a reinforced plate to ensure a solid typing experience, while the travel and responsiveness is specifically designed with gamers’ needs in mind. Based on customer feedback, the new Alienware 14 now features an anti-glare LCD display with wide viewing angles for reflection-free gaming in nearly any lighting condition, including a premium Full HD panel option with IPS. For 3D gaming enthusiasts, the Alienware 17 has an optional 3D panel for an immersive visual experience, while the Alienware 18 will feature a Full HD display with PLS wide viewing-angle technology.
Along with the new design, the laptops also feature a number of components that when combined create a superb PC gaming experience. The laptops sport full voltage, quad-core 4th generation Intel Core i7 processors, and NVIDIA GeForce 700 series graphics. DDR3L memory provides exceptional bandwidth with lower voltage requirements designed for increased battery life, and the laptops now provide support for up to three storage drives on the Alienware 14, and up to four storage drives on the Alienware 17 and 18. For the first time ever, the Alienware 18 will feature NVIDIA SLI dual graphics technology as standard, and the laptop will offer an overclocked CPU option with a maximum speed of 4.3GHz[i]. The laptops all feature Ethernet technology by Qualcomm’s Killer networks, Klipsch speakers and Dolby Home Theater v4 audio.
The updated Alienware Command Centre software provides intuitive, user-friendly access to Alienware-exclusive applications and controls in one centralised hub. Command Centre includes the exclusive AlienFX lighting control system which allows users to create their own custom lighting themes and special effects. The new laptops have up to 20 colours to choose from across 10 different lighting zones, totalling to over 10 trillion lighting combinations. Alienware has worked closely with game developers to incorporate AlienFX in over 60 game titles, including cross-platform titles like Anomaly2, to PC-exclusive titles like SMITE and Neverwinter, for an immersive experience that can only be found on an Alienware. Whether healing, taking damage, or completing missions, AlienFX lights are an extension of the game play. Alienware Command Centre also features AlienAdrenaline, a custom configurable game and application automation tool, the new Accelerator dynamic performance optimiser, and a new performance monitoring tool.
“The new laptops and matching Vindicator bags are the latest culmination of listening and learning from our customers since we delivered our first gaming system back in 1996”, said Frank Azor, General Manager of Alienware. “We spent countless hours meticulously thinking through every detail of these new products to ensure they would be the most amazing line-up we’ve introduced yet.”
Alienware X51 – Big Gaming in Any Living Space
Last week, Alienware announced an update to its award-winning X51 gaming desktop, which provides big gaming without a big box or big budget and on any HDTV. The new X51 offers more performance with improved technology in nearly every category over the previous generation. The compact desktop features an efficiently-designed chassis for an immersive experience in a variety of living spaces, and dual orientation capability allows it to lie horizontally or stand vertically. The new X51 boasts Intel 4th generation Core i5 and i7 processors, enthusiast graphics up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 and 2TB storage for massive storage capabilities.
Alienware Vindicator Laptop Bags – Exclusively Designed for Alienware
Gamers can protect their performance powerhouse with the exclusive line of Alienware Vindicator laptop bags, specifically designed to house the new Alienware 14, Alienware 17 and Alienware 18 laptops. The series includes a backpack, messenger bag, slim carrying case, briefcase and neoprene sleeve, while their styling reflects a fusion of urban and military influences. The bags feature sturdy, weather-resistant materials and reinforced handles or straps for comfort and durability, and have smartly-designed, dedicated compartments that allow for organisation and protection of essential accessories. With a stylish industrial design that fits into any setting, the bags are a must-have accessory while making the trek to a gaming competition or around town.
Availability
The Alienware 14, Alienware 17 and Alienware 18 laptops, Alienware X51 desktop and Alienware Vindicator laptop bags are available from late June on Dell.com.au. The portfolio will also be available from select JB Hi-Fi stores nationwide from mid-July.
[i] Factory Overclocked and Overclockable Processors: Dell does not recommend operating the processor or other system component beyond factory settings. This may cause system instability and reduce the operating life of your system components.
Lenovo launches rebranded Iomega solutions across ANZ
LenovoEMC products now available through local Australian distributors
Sydney, Australia – 12 June, 2013: Lenovo today announced the availability of the LenovoEMC portfolio of Network Attached Storage products through Lenovo channel partners and direct from Lenovo in Australia. This announcement marks the full integration of LenovoEMC products into Lenovo’s leading channel partner program with the entire Iomega product range to be rebranded to LenovoEMC.
“The partnership brings together legendary Lenovo reliability and ease-of-use, as well as a reputation of EMC for scale and reliability. Users will now have a one stop shop for servers and network attached storage that are quality driven, simple to set up and easily integrated into a varied environment,” said Matt Codrington, Managing Director of Lenovo ANZ.
The EZ Media and ix Series Desktop line will now carry the Lenovo Iomega brand, while the px Series Desktop and px Series rack mount families, with additional enterprise-level capabilities, are now branded as LenovoEMC products.
LenovoEMC products provide a range of enterprise-level capabilities including volume encryption, antivirus software, a range of surveillance features, the award winning EMC Lifeline Operating System, and integrated virtualisation technology.
The LenovoEMC joint venture was finalised on January 3, 2013. In addition to the joint venture, the global strategic partnership between Lenovo and EMC Corporation encompasses an x86 server technology development program, as well as an OEM and reseller relationship for EMC’s storage solutions.
Press Release: MADDEN NFL 25 MAKES ITS NEXT-GEN DEBUT AS LAUNCH TITLE FOR XBOX ONE AND PLAYSTATION 4
Sydney, Australia – June 12, 2013 – Yesterday Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) officially announced Madden NFL 25 will be coming as a launch title for Xbox One® all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. Madden NFL 25, powered by EA SPORTS IGNITE, ushers in the next generation of sports games by delivering the smartest, most realistic, most detailed version of the game in the franchise’s 25 year history.
“We’ve never been more ready for a console transition than we are right now,” said Cam Weber, General Manager of American Football for EA SPORTS. “The development team is crafting the most impressive Madden NFL game we’ve ever made, and I’m extremely excited for fans to get their hands on it for themselves when the Xbox One and PS4 launch.”
Coupled with this announcement is the introduction of Adrian Peterson as the cover athlete for Madden NFL 25 on Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Peterson, the Minnesota Vikings running back, is a five-time Pro Bowler and the reigning NFL MVP. Last season Peterson came within 9 yards of breaking the NFL single-season rushing record set by Eric Dickerson.
Madden NFL 25 on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 brings innovative new features such as True Step Locomotion, Player Sense, the War in the Trenches and more to create an experience that can only be found on next-generation consoles. Here’s an overview of what fans can expect in the most technologically advanced game in the franchise’s 25 year history:
10x the Detail
Next Definition Visuals
o Madden NFL has never looked so real. See every nuance of a player’s face, equipment, and clothing as the line blurs between the players in the game and their real-life counterparts. Up to 4x the texture resolution breathes new life into stadiums, crowds, the field, and even the ball itself. Combined with high-fidelity animations that deliver the smoothest, most authentic looking player interactions ever, Madden NFL 25 delivers Next Definition visuals.
2x the Control
Every Step Is Calculated
o The all-new True Step player motion system calculates every step, delivering unprecedented control. Players now have the ability to foot-plant, cut, and shift momentum in an authentic way, unlocking the agility and explosiveness of the NFL athlete. IGNITE run-time physics calculate at twice the rate allowing for the most organic, user-driven outcomes in franchise history. Combined with the precision modifier’s vast combination of ball carrier moves, Madden NFL has never felt this good.
Players Think
Brains & Brawn
o All-new Player Sense unlocks the human element in Madden NFL. For the first time, players scan the field, anticipate situations before they happen, and maneuver with instincts and awareness. The ability to make up to 50x as many contextual decisions brings intelligent ball-carriers and defenders to life, as they sense obstacles and react on the fly. Ball-carriers leap over fallen players, blitzing linebackers slide past teammates on their way to the QB and so much more, combining the physical aspects of football with the mental.
War in the Trenches
o Offensive and defensive line play is at the heart of football, and now it’s the foundation of Madden NFL 25. Lineman are more than just physical, they are intelligent. Coupled with the ability to make 4x more decisions per second, 300 new blocking interactions create the most realistic running lanes for the ball-carrier and passing pockets for the QB. Offensive lineman will dynamically sort and shift assignments based on threats and angles, starting with intelligently identifying the center of the defense, the “Mike” linebacker. The defensive side of the ball features over 3x more new defensive line moves, as well as the latest blitz packages. Authentic double teams, blitz pick-ups, and line shifts showcase units working together as one, highlighting the most physical and intense battles in the NFL. Welcome to the War in the Trenches.
The Game is Alive
Madden Living World
o The NFL is so much more than just what happens between the lines. It’s the crowds, sidelines, and commentary that truly bring the emotion of Sunday to life. In Madden NFL 25, feel the anxiety of the crowd as you step up to the line on 4th and goal. Watch your teammates and coaches erupt with excitement as you blaze down the sideline for a game-changing score. Hear the most intelligent commentary in franchise history, as Jim Nantz, Phil Simms and our new sideline reporter Danielle Bellini follow everything about your career. From injuries to accolades they’ll bring your career to life like never before.
For more info on all these features fans should be sure to visit the Madden NFL 25 website as new details are revealed.
Gamers Ten Times More Likely To Buy Playstation 4 Then Xbox One
Gametraders conducted and exclusive poll and found startling revelations about gamer reaction to the new consoles.
“Across the web gamers are either celebrating Sony’s dismantling of Microsofts presentation of their new Xbox One or gnashing their teeth in anger at overwhelming amount of positive support Sony are getting from the games press.” Said Mr Rob Jenkins, National Marketing Manager Gametraders
“Simply put Sony gave gamers what they want,” he said
They want:
No DRM on games.
No need to be connected to the internet to use your console.
The ability to sell games and buy second hand games without any fees, rules and regulations.
The ability to lend a game to your friends – no strings attached, no 30 day friend rules, just simple lending.
No gaming authentication.
“The announcements went over like the winning goal at the World Cup,” Jenkins said.
Sony also showed support to indie game developers by showing their games during the presentation and featuring some of the creators on stage.
Then they delivered what many are calling a knockout blow – pricing – $100 U.S below the new console from Microsoft.
Microsoft had been doing their best to calm the waters after their announcement of rules for selling games, and in general didn’t convince the gaming press. Their decision to impose restrictions on gamers such as having to connect your Xbox One to the internet for authentication every 24 hours or your console stops working, and their decision to allow game publishers to control if a game can be resold as a pre-owned game resulted in many unhappy gamers.
Gametraders decided to poll fans on social media and the result has so far been overwhelming with more then 10 times more people saying they want the PS4 compared to the Xbox One.
Will retailers see a massive swing to the Sony console when both go on sale? Microsoft need to get gamers back on side before the release date in November.
Gametraders will stock both consoles along with Nintendo’s new Wii U system and the launch titles. Customers wanting more information about the new systems can ask in-store.