The first major update to Windows 10 is available for PCs and tablets. With this update, there are improvements in all aspects of the platform and experience, including thousands of partners updating their device drivers and applications for great Windows 10 compatibility.

More news from QNAP today as they release their Quad-core TS-531P with 10GbE ethernet jack. The 5-bay TS-531P has an Annapurna Labs Alpine AL-314 quad-core 1.4 GHz ARM Cortex-A15 processor and 2GB/8GB DDR3 RAM (upgradable to 8GB), the TS-531P features RAID 5/6 support, hardware-accelerated encryption and SSD cache support. 

Originally launched five years ago, the Shuttle XS-Series of fanless computers is now the longest-serving family of products in the company's range of machines. New versions of the XS35 and XS36, packed with the latest of features, have been introduced at regular intervals with the fifth generation becoming available today. Although both models share a similar platform, they differ in terms of looks and features.

QNAP has released the TAS-168 and TAS-268 home NAS units.  No tools are required to install a single 3.5" hard drive (TAS-168 can have 1 drive installed, the -268 can hold 2 for more storage capacity).

We test the Zalman ZM-K700M mechanical keyboard. Overall a simple and straightforward looking yet intensely versatile keyboard with some very cool per key LED lighting features that can animate. It even offers some macro keys that are programmable the use of any software. This Cherry MX mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX red switches comes with a new single color (white) LED animation system.

Read the full review here, and see the preview video below.
 

We review the Zalman ZM-K700M mechanical keyboard. This Cherry MX mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX red switches comes with a new single color (white) LED animation system. Overall a simple and straightforward looking yet intensely versatile keyboard with some very cool per key LED lighting features that can animate. It even offers some macro keys that are programmable the use of any software. Let's have a peek shall we ?

Activision announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops III exceeded $550 million in sell-through worldwide in its first three days, making it the the biggest entertainment launch of the year.

Lenovo released their IdeaCenter C20, which is really affordable. This space-saving desktop PC comes with a 19.5-inch 1920 x 1080 Full HD display, a 1.50GHz AMD E1-7010 dual-core processor, an integrated AMD Radeon R2 Graphics, a 4GB DDR3 RAM and a 500GB hard drive.

Elecom released  wireless mouse, the M-BL26DBC. Coming in a 5-button design, this compact mouse makes use of 2.4GHz radio frequency (works up to 10 meters) and features a BlueLED sensor, a 1200/2400dpi resolution (switchable) and a tiny reversible USB Type-C receiver.

Forgive me the lame pun :) Anyway, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) is previewing highlights from its 2016 technology roadmap. Planned enhancements for the technology are focused squarely on increasing its Internet of Things (IoT) functionality. Key updates include longer range, higher speeds and mesh networking. 

The latest XTREME GAMING series offerings include TITAN X (GV-NTITANXXTREME-12GD-B), GTX 980 Ti WINDFORCE Edition (GV-N98TXTREME-6GD) and WATERFORCE Edition (GV-N98TXTREME W-6GD), GTX 980 (GV-N980XTREME-4GD), and GTX 970 (GV-N970XTREME-4GD). 

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege needed a little more time, but that December 1 release date is coming up fast. With that in mind, Ubisoft has released the required PC specs for the upcoming squad-based shooter.

We review the RipJaws SR910 USB headset from G.Skill, this gaming headset offers 7.1 channel audio with the help of not two, no 10 drivers. Yep five in each ear-cup. The headset is aimed at gamers who like precision audio, so that when they get sniped .. they will actually hear the bullet coming from behind them. Well, at least the rifle firing I guess.

Read the full review here.

CHERRY, the market leader and expert in mechanical keyboard switches, is introducing a new linear switch with the MX RGB NATURE WHITE, positioned in between the MX BLACK and MX RED with a defined force of 55 grams.

NVIDIA unveiled a small  sized module that harnesses the power of machine learning to enable a new generation of smart, autonomous machines that can learn. The NVIDIA Jetson TX1 module addresses the challenge of creating a new wave of millions of smart devices -- drones that don't just fly by remote control, but navigate their way through a forest for search and rescue.

ASUS announced B150 Pro Gaming/Aura and B150 Pro Gaming, two new ATX motherboards packed with multiple exclusive features for superior gaming experiences, including gaming-grade SupremeFX and Sonic Radar II audio, gaming-grade Intel Gigabit Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard and GameFirst technologies for fast, safe and lag-free networking - plus awesome illumination technology in B150 Pro Gaming/Aura.

Valve today announces the official launch of its line of Steam Hardware devices in the US, Canada, UK, and Europe. A leading platform for PC, Mac, and Linux games, Steam offers more than 6,000 titles to millions of gamers around the world. The Steam Controller, Steam Link, and Steam Machines are a collection of hardware devices designed to expand the Steam gaming experience into any room in the home.

HyperX announced the launch of higher-capacity additions to HyperX Savage and HyperX Predator DDR4 high-performance memory. 

QNAPannounced the release of the quad-core 2-bay TS-251+ and 4-bay TS-451+ NAS. The new models feature virtualization readiness, containerized applications, advanced backup solutions, real-time & offline video transcoding, QvPC Technology, HDMI video playback with an included remote control.

We test Fallout 4 from Bethesda with multiple modern graphics cards. We have a look at DX11 performance with the newest graphics cards and technologies. We'll also look at frame times, graphics memory and a thing or two more.

Read the article right here.
  

We take a look at Fallout 4 in relation towards PC gaming graphics card performance. Many graphics cards are being tested and benchmarked. We have a look at DX11 performance with the newest graphics cards and technologies. We'll also look at frametimes, graphics memory and a thing or two more.

We review the RipJaws SR910 USB headset from G.Skill, this gaming headset offers 7.1 channel audio with the help of not two, no 10 drivers. Yep five in each ear-cup. The headset is aimed at gamers who like precision audio, so that when they get sniped .. they will actually hear the bullet coming from behind them. Well, at least the rifle firing I guess. The SR910 comes with retractable boom MIC (environmental noise cancelling) and even an USB control pod which you can use to alter each and every audio channel. Armed with nice looks, proper audio quality this head set can be purchased for just 139 USD.

EK  is proud to expand its Revo lineup of pump tops and liquid cooling pumps with another highly anticipated product. XTOP Revo Dual D5 PWM pump top with two EK-D5 PWM water pumps is here.

OK, it's a still, but blimey that does look good. This is a realistically rendered model of Daenerys Targaryen from the award winning book series A Song of Ice and Fire created by George R R Martin. 

Phanteks is proud to announce the availability of a new color addition to the Enthoo Evolv ATX, the Galaxy Silver. Like the EVOLV, the EVOLV ATX retains the full 3mm thick aluminum outer panels with the quick release system. The EVOLV ATX features a 4 color changeable power LED.

SilentiumPC announced the Vero L1 600W power supply. It offers great value and solid performance for system integrators and budget-minded enthusiasts. With continuous power of 600W the unit is intended for single GPU gaming PCs. With dedicated single +12V rail delivering up to 49.6A and two PCI-E 6-pin and 8-pin cables you can power every modern graphics card available.