ASUS has decided to release the ET2700 (ET2700INKS-B005C) 27-inch all-in-one PC in Europe next month. The computer features a Full HD (1920 x 1080) MVA display with an Intel Core i5-2400S processor, a 6 GB of RAM, a 2TB of 5400RPM hard disk drive, a 1GB nVidia GeForce GT 540M graphics card, a Blu-ray combo drive, a 3-in-1 card reader, a 2.0-megapixel webcam, a TV tuner and two 3.5W speakers. The ASUS ET2700 also provides several connectivity options such as Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, a pair of USB 3.0 ports, D-Sub and HDMI. There is also an external sub-woofer, a wireless keyboard, a wireless mouse and a remote control in the package. The ASUS ET2700 runs on the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit OS. Folks in Europe are able to buy this new all-in-one PC for 1,399 Euro ($1,815). [techPowerUp]
ASUS is gearing up to release their newest micro-ATX motherboard ‘Rampage IV Gene’ into the market. Based on Intel X79 chipset, the board supports for Intel’s latest Sandy Bridge-E (LGA 2011) processors and features four DDR3-2400 memory slots (up to 32GB), two PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (dual x16, red) slots, one PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x8 mode, red) slot and one PCIe 2.0 x4 slot. In terms of connectivity ports, it offers four SATA 6.0 Gbps, three SATA 3.0 Gbps, one eSATA, Gigabit Ethernet, two USB 3.0 and eight USB 2.0. The Rampage IV Gene will start shipping next week for unannounced price yet. [ASUS]
ASUS has showcased their latest IPS monitor at this year’s CES. Called the VA278Q, this new 27-inch LED-backlight monitor provides 2560 x 1440 native resolution, 80,000,000:1 smart contrast ratio and 178/178 degree viewing angles, and features DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort connectors. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing and release date yet. [TechPowerUp]
ASUS has rolled out the HS-W1 wireless USB headset. This lightweight headset connects to your computer via a 2.4GHz wireless technology. The ASUS HS-W1 wireless USB headset is equipped with a pair of 70mm drivers, a noise filtering microphone, a tiny USB dongle and an integrated equalizer. Its rechargeable battery offers enough juice for up to 8-hour of operation time. Sadly, there is no info on pricing at this time. [Electronista]
Another Full HD monitor ‘VS239H-P’ from ASUS has recently entered the market. Featuring an IPS (In-Plane Switching) panel, this new 23-inch widescreen monitor delivers 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 1000:1 contrast ratio (up to 50 million:1), 250 cd/m2 brightness and 5ms response time. It also comes with a number of connectivity ports including DVI-D, mini D-Sub and HDMI. The VS239H-P is available now for 17,800 Yen (about $228). [ASUS]
ASUS is set to release their newest all-in-one desktop PC in Japan, the ET2700INKS. Specs-wise, this space-saving machine is packed with a 27-inch 1920 x 1080 LED-backlit display, a 2.80GHz Intel Core i7-2600S processor, an Intel H61 Express Chipset, a GeForce GT 540M 1GB graphics card, an 8GB DDR3 RAM, a 1TB hard drive, a webcam, a Blu-ray Disc Drive, a card reader, WiFi, 2x USB 3.0 ports and runs on Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit (SP1) OS. The ET2700INKS will start shipping in Japan from December 17th for 149,800 Yen (about $1,923). [ASUS]
ASUS is preparing to unleash another Full HD monitor in Japan called the PA238Q. Featuring an IPS panel, this new 23-inch LED-backlit monitor provides 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 1000:1 contrast ratio (up to 50 million:1), 250 cd/m2 brightness, 6ms response time and 178/178 degree viewing angles. Not to mention, it also comes with an integrated 4-port USB 2.0 hub and features DVI-D, mini D-Sub, HDMI and DisplayPort connectors. The PA238Q will go on sale from December 17th for 29,800 Yen (about $382). [ASUS]
ASUS’ latest workstation motherboard ‘P9X79 WS’ has finally been shipped in Europe. This high-end motherboard is sold for 330 Euro (about $442). Based on Intel X79 chipset, the P9X79 WS supports for Intel’s latest Sandy Bridge-E (LGA 2011) processors, and features eight DDR3-2400 memory slots and six PCI-Express x16 slots for SLI or CrossFireX setup. In terms of connectivity ports, it offers four SATA 6.0 Gbps, four SATA 3.0 Gbps, four USB 3.0, thirteen USB 2.0, 7.1 channel audio, FireWire and dual Gigabit Ethernet. [MSI]
ASUS in bringing you their newest ATX motherboard called the P8Z68 Deluxe/GEN3. Based on Intel Z68 chipset, this high-end motherboard supports for LGA1155 processors and features four DDR3-2200 memory slots, two PCI-Express x16 (3.0) slots and one PCI-Express x16 (2.0) slot. In terms of connectivity ports, it offers four SATA 6.0 Gbps, four SATA 3.0 Gbps, Gigabit Ethernet, two USB 3.0 and eight USB 2.0. The P8Z68 Deluxe/GEN3 is available now for 27,000 Yen (about $349). [ASUS]
ASUS has officially announced their newest Android tablet, the Eee Pad Transformer Prime. Measuring only 8.3mm thick and weighing just 586g, the device sports a 10.1-inch 1280 x 800 Super IPS+ capacitive touchscreen display with a Gorilla Glass protective covering, a 1.3GHz Nvidia Tegra 3 quad-core processor, a 1GB RAM, a 32GB or 64GB of internal storage, a microSD card slot, a 1.2MP front-facing camera, an 8.0MP rear-facing camera with 1080p Full HD video recording, a G-sensor, ASUS’ SonicMaster audio technology, GPS, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, a micro HDMI port, a 3.5mm headset jack and runs on Android 3.2 Honeycomb OS. The ASUS Eee Pad Transformer Prime is scheduled to hit the market in December for $499 (32GB Model) and $599 (64GB Model), respectively. [ASUS]
