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Matrox today announced multiple DualHead2Go and TripleHead2Go Graphics eXpansion Module (GXM) support to drive up to four or six monitors, respectively, from a single system. A second GXM can now be connected to the secondary output of a supported dual monitor graphics card so two DualHead2Go GXMs can power up to four outputs in 2×2 or 4×1 modes, while two TripleHead2Go units can be combined to connect six displays to produce either a 3×2 or 6×1 set up.

“Multi-GXM support offers a tremendous amount of flexibility by simply having to connect the GXMs externally to your system or workstation,” says Ron Berty, Business Development Manager, Matrox Graphics. “Business professionals for example, can now conveniently upgrade to a four- or six-monitor workspace to run additional applications for real-time viewing. Additionally, AV specialists can effortlessly build six-screen presentation or digital signage platforms to drive dynamic, digital messaging while benefiting from the natural synchronization of the screens being driven by a single GPU.”

AMD has released the ATI Catalyst 10.1 video card drivers to the public for download. This release of ATI Catalyst brings sa couple game fixes for those that play Left 4 Dead 2 and Crysis along with numerous resolved issued for all Windows operating systems. If you want the latest driver be sure to download it from here!

The following performance gains are noticed with this release of ATI Catalyst 10.1:

• Left 4 Dead 2 Overall performance improves as much as 3% on ATI Radeo
  HD 5700 series products and ATI Radeon HD 5800 series products
• Crysis Performance improves as much as 3% on ATI Radeon HD 5700 series
  products and as much as 4% on ATI Radeon HD 5800 series products

Apple's Steve Jobs has announced that the new Apple iPad will start at $500. The iPad will have built in WiFi and some models will come with 3G wireless. The top of the line iPad will have 64GB of built-in memory and 3G will cost $829. Apple says their unlimited data plan will cost only $30 per month with AT&T with no contract.

“We had a very aggressive price goal, because we wanted to put it in the hands of a lot of people. So we have a breakthrough deal in the US. We hope to have our international deals in the June / July timeframe. However, all of the iPad 3G models are unlocked, and they use the new GSM microSIMs.”

It was back in 1991, when Apple first shipped their first Powerbooks. The first with a TFT screen, the first with palm rests, and had an integrated pointing device. Today they have announced the iPad, which is a tablet PC that is a cross between a notebook and a smartphone from the looks of things! Follow the link below to watch Engadget blog from the event live!

“We think we've got something that is better. And we call it the iPad. So, gonna give you a little overview. It's very thin — you can change the homescreen to whatever you want. What this device does is extraordinary. You can browse the web with it. It's the best web experience you've ever had. Way better than a laptop, way better then a phone. You can turn it any way you want. To see the whole page is phenomenal.”

Mvix announced the worldwide launch of the Mvix Ultio Pro, a Hard-Disk Based media center capable of HD digital media playback with video output as high as 1080p and personal video recording capability. Mvix Ultio Pro is being launched worldwide in 2 flavors: the regular version (without a HDD) is priced at $169, whereas the premium version (bundled with 2TB Hard Drive) will be available at $348. Pre-Orders start immediately.

Ultio Pro's high-end video processing not only plays Blu-Ray quality video, it allows to store entire Hi-Definition media on its internal hard drive, plug it into a TV via a HDMI and enjoy movies, digital music and family photos on large LCD or Plasma. The flexibility and scalability of Ultio makes it the easy to play HD movies or home videos. Ultio supports most 1080p HD video codecs, and formats such as H.264, MKV, Dixv HD, MOV, VC-1, FLV, etc. Ultio Pro is completely scalable - one can choose upto 2TB of media storage in its internal hard disk. Ultio Pro comes with an embedded Torrent client combined with NAS (Network - Access-Servers) features that provides an ideal setup for digital media acquisition, storage and sharing.

Razer today announced the Razer Vespula, a lightweight, gaming grade mouse mat. The Vespula is a duel-sided design that give gamers the choice of Speed, for faster mouse movements or Control, for precision, depending on which side you use.

The Razer Vespula was designed with gamers in mind that need a single solution for every game they play. Different genres call for different gameplays. The advanced technology in the improved dual-sided mouse mat gives gamers the choice of a smooth Speed Surface or a textured Control Surface, which delivers just that flexibility, said Robert Razerguy Krakoff, president, Razer USA. The Control Surface is great for gamers that use small, precise movements, while the Speed Surface is an ideal match for gamers that prefer large, sweeping motions.

Did you see the single numebr tweeted by Symbian yesterday? Prefixed by the tag #symbiancountdown, the number 108 was released to the world. With no explanation. So we’ve put our thinking caps on, wondering what this Symbian Countdown could be. Is your favourite theory in here?

Today is the day Apple is expected to release its much anticipated tablet device! According to reports, Apple will show off a tablet PC that can be used with a docking station or an electronic reader. Rumors of Apple offering a tablet device have been swirling for close to a decade, so it will be great to see the official press release and initial reviews!

In a few hours, the jig will be up. Apple will have unveiled its latest and greatest gadget, which is widely expected to (and better) be a tablet. For months, the tech world has been swarming over a steady stream of purported leaks, rumors, and strategically planned business moves by Apple that have pointed in a number of directions. Let's break a few of the big ones down by quality.

Despite expectations that Ovi Maps 3.3 with free navigation would hit the Nokia N97 in a firmware update, it has popped up on Software Update (in the Applications folder) anyway as a 8MB download. Obviously, it’s not recommended if you’re starting off with less than about 30MB of free space on disk C: - in which case, you’re better off waiting for it in a firmware release. Do please comment if you spot this for another Nokia phone that wasn’t previously covered!

The recently released ASUS N61Jq notebook packs a ton of features into a notebook that has a screen size of just 16-inches. For starters the notebook is powered by the Intel Core i7 processor with Turbo Boost Technology, which automatically speeds up your processor when your PC needs extra performance. It is also equipped with ATI Radeon HD 5730 graphics card with DirectX 11 to deliver the latest in video technology. If that doesn't impress your friends then you can show off the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface! Yup, this notebook has one of those too! Prices start at $999 plus shipping at online e-tailers like Newegg.com.

ASUS is the first to introduce the new USB 3.0, capable of providing a bandwidth of about 5Gbps or around 10 times the bandwidth of the current USB2.0.USB 3.0 is capable of transferring 500MB from a 2.5-inch HDD in 1 minute 41 seconds, compared to the 3 minutes and 49 seconds of USB 2.0 in the exact same conditions*. This allows for faster transfers of high definition data, such as movies and videos, as well as various other large capacity file formats. It also charges USB-chargable devices with 900mA,faster than the 500mA of current USB 2.0. Finally, the USB 3.0 helps to extend battery life, suspending operations when it is in idle mode.