Asus at CES 2020: ROG Strix GA15, ROG Strix GT15, ROG Strix GA35, ROG Strix GT35 Gaming Desktops Launched

Asus at CES 2020 on Monday unveiled four new gaming desktops under its Republic of Gamers (ROG) brand. These are the affordable ROG Strix GA15 and ROG Strix GT15 duo, and the e-sports ready ROG Strix GA35 and ROG Strix GT35 duo

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Sony launches WI-1000XM2 wireless noise cancelling headphones at Rs 21,990

Sony has released the successor to the WI-1000XM1, the all-new wireless noise-cancelling WI-1000XM2 headphones powered by the HD Noise Cancelling QN1 processor for muting out external distractions. The headphones feature smart listening via Adaptive Sound Control which is capable of auto-adjusting the ambient sound.

Sporting features such as Hi-Res audio support and voice assistant features, the Sony WI-1000XM2 wireless headphones also boast a battery life of up to 10 hours. A nifty Quick Charge feature is also present which provides 80 minutes of playback time with merely 10 minutes of charging.

The headphones come with a flexible soft neckband design and weigh merely 58g. The earbuds, on the other hand, have an angled design to provide users with a comfortable and secure fit. The headphones come equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 and charging is done via a USB Type-C cable.

As mentioned above, hi-res codec support is included for formats such as AAC and LDAC. There's also DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) HX present on these headphones which upscales compressed digital tracks, reportedly, giving users a Hi-res audio experience.

The headphones will be available for purchase from January 6 onwards on major e-commerce sites and Sony Centre at Rs 21,990.

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PUBG Mobile teases Season 11 update, should roll out soon

The guys behind PUBG Mobile have started to tease the next big update, namely the Season 11 update. The teaser suggests that the next update will have a futuristic theme, maybe a cyberpunk-like take, that seems to be very popular these days. 

The Season 11 update was leaked a few days ago by notable YouTube, Mr Ghost Gaming. The update will be a part of the version 0.16.0 update for the game. As per the videos, the season rewards will include new outfits, avatar frames, skins, emotes and more. The videos suggest that the new Royale Pass rewards will include skins for the M416, Pan, the Level 3 helmet and more. The AWM and the DP also get upgradable skins. There are also new emotes that a user can have.

Royals Pass Season 10 is coming to an end, which can only mean it’s time to get ready for Season 11! Step into the future with Operation Tomorrow! pic.twitter.com/Y1VHr86OTn

— PUBG MOBILE (@PUBGMOBILE) January 6, 2020

With a new season comes a new Royale Pass. As per Mr Ghost Gaming, the Elite Upgrade Plus version of the Royale Pass will get the Ice Sculpture snowmobile skin, the Unsleeping City Grenade skin, and Roaring Magma Avatar frame. This version of the Elite pass is tipped to cost Rs 2,100. There is also a standard version of the Elite Pass is priced at Rs 850 and while it does not feature these skins, it does offer Elite Missions and up to 100 rewards.

It is not yet known when Season 11 update will be available to users. However, it should launch sooner rather than later. Season 10 of PUBG Mobile was released back in November and the developer, Tencent Games, tends to launch new seasons after about two months. 

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CES 2020: Asus announces ROG Strix GA35GT35, Strix GA15GT15 gaming desktops

It’s CES 2020 week and brands such as Lenovo and LG have already announced their new product line-up for this year. Asus is quickly joining them with its own list of gaming devices, namely the ROG Strix GA35/GT35 and Strix GA15/GT15. Both are gaming desktops aimed towards tournament-level e-sports performance. Both desktops are powered either by an Intel 10th Gen Core series CPU or an AMD Ryzen 3000-series processor, depending on the variant. Both models feature Nvidia GeForce graphics. Let’s take a closer look at both of them:

ROG Strix GA35/GT35

According to Asus, the ROG Strix GA35/GT35 features a tournament-ready form factor in that the front side of the chassis has two hot-swappable storage drive bays behind a spring-loaded door, which allow the user to load their games and profiles quickly without having to open the desktop up using tools. It also features a carrying handle that’s designed to bear a sustained force of up to 30 kilogramme-force and a dedicated headphone hook that’s good for up to 3 kilogrammes. The desktop weighs 15 kilogrammes.

The ROG Strix GA35/GT35 also features a closed-loop liquid cooling system for the CPU and a dual-fan radiator for upward heat ventilation. Like its other Strix cousins, it features Aura Sync and Keystone II technologies. While the Strix GT35 is powered by Intel’s 10th Gen Core series CPUs, the Strix GA35 is powered by AMD’s Ryzen 3000 series processors with the top-of-the-line variant going up to an AMD Ryzen 9 3950X chip. Both versions can be overclocked.

Both versions are complemented by Nvidia GeForce graphics with the top-of-the-line variant sporting an RTX 2080 Ti GPU with 11GB of video RAM. System RAM on the inbuilt Asus X570 motherboard can be configured up to 64GB. Storage goes up to 1TB on an M.2 NVMe PCIe solid-state drive combined with up to 2TB of hard drive space. Asus has yet to announce the pricing and availability of this model.

ROG Strix GA15/GT15

The ROG Strix GA15/GT15 appears to be a more affordable version of the Strix GA35/GT35. Also outfitted with a carrying handle and dedicated headphone hook, the ROG Strix GA15/GT15 weighs 10 kilogrammes and features a more compact variation of the Wind Shear design seen on the GA35/GT35 to improve airflow. According to Asus, the chassis of the desktop has extensive personalisation options including RGB illumination of its internal components. The desktop also features Sonic Studio III software for customisable audio output.

The Strix GT15 is powered by Intel’s 10th Gen Core series CPUs while the Strix GA15 is powered by AMD’s Ryzen 3000 series processors with the top-of-the-line variant going up to an AMD Ryzen 7 3800X chip. Maximum RAM supported by the inbuilt Asus B450 motherboard on both versions is 32GB. The processor on both versions is complemented by Nvidia GeForce graphics with the top-of-the-line variant sporting an RTX 2070 Super GPU with 8GB of video RAM. Storage goes up to 1TB on an M.2 NVMe PCIe solid-state drive combined with up to 2TB of hard drive space. Asus has yet to announce the pricing and availability of this model.

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Asus at CES 2020: ROG Swift 360Hz, ROG Swift PG32UQX 144Hz Gaming Monitors Launched

Asus and its Republic of Gamers (ROG) brand on Monday at CES 2020 announced two new gaming monitors, the ROG Swift 360Hz and ROG Swift PG32UQX.

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CES 2020: ASUS ROG Swift 4K monitor with 360Hz, support for Nvidia G-sync announced

How high of a refresh rate is enough? Well, as per Asus and Nvidia, 360Hz should do the trick for now. Asus has announced the new ROG SWIFT PG32UQX, which is a 24.5-inch Mini LED 4K high-dynamic-range (HDR) gaming monitor with 360Hz refresh rate. Currently, monitors with 144Hz refresh rates are the norm, while 240Hz displays are usually preferred by competitive gamers. The new gaming monitor by Asus is aimed at upping the ante and is being marketed as an ‘esports display’ by Nvidia, who has also confirmed that the panel is G-SYNC compatible. In addition, the monitor comes with options to support 

The new ASUS ROG Swift PG32UQX monitor is touted to offer saturated colours, brighter whites, and darker blacks over SDR content. The 16:9 display also meets the VESA DisplayHDR 1400 standard with full-array local dimming Mini LED backlight with 1152 zones. It can apparently hit peak brightness of 1400 nits and comes with support for over 90 percent of the DCI-P3 colour space. The rear panel of the display features multiple textures and is separated by a subtle diagonal chrome strip. There’s also an RGB LED ROG logo and an ROG logo projector embedded in the base of the twisted stand that ASUS has trademarked. 

The new 360Hz monitor from Asus is said to display frames once every 2.8ms while gaming, which can be up to six times faster than a regular TV or monitor. The ASUS ROG Swift PG32UQX might be enticing to gamers. However, to make full use of the device’s capabilities, one will need an extremely powerful GPU that can push games to high frame rates. There’s no exact date when the device will be available for purchase but the company says it will be available “later this year”. There’s also no information about the monitor’s pricing. 

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CES 2020: Lenovo announces ThinkSmart View, Legion Y740S, BootStation eGPU, refreshed ThinkPads and more

It’s CES 2020 week and Lenovo’s new product announcements have just landed on us like a sack of hot potatoes. The popular Chinese electronics manufacturer has got a lot in store for us this time, like a couple of refreshed ThinkPad models, a new gaming laptop, a business communication solution called ThinkSmart View, a wide array of business and gaming monitors, new keyboards, and—for the first time ever—an external GPU called Legion BootStation. With the intro out of the way, let’s dig into the list:

ThinkSmart View, ThinkSmart Manager

Lenovo has a new smart display that’s designed specifically for personal business communications such as audio and video calls on Microsoft Teams. Powered by a Qualcomm APQ8053 SoC, the ThinkSmart View incorporates a touchscreen display, a webcam that can physically be opened and closed , and a user-facing loudspeaker. Lenovo says in its press release that it can be deployed and managed easily in large enterprises with the help of the ThinkSmart Manager software. Lenovo also says the ThinkSmart View can help users join conference calls “in seconds rather than minutes”. The ThinkSmart View is expected to go on sale in the US later this month for a starting price of $349 (Rs 25,000 approx.).

Legion BootStation

With the introduction of the Legion BootStation, Lenovo has officially entered the world of external GPUs. Sporting an aluminium build and a transparent side panel, the Legion BootStation is home either to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT graphics card, depending on the variant purchased. Weighing less than 9.07 kilogrammes, it can be hooked up to supported PCs using Thunderbolt 3 for boosted gaming performance. According to the press release, the Lenovo Legion BootStation will go on sale from May 2020 for a starting price of $249.99 (Rs 18,000 approx).

Legion Y740S

Billed as Lenovo’s “thinnest and lightest Windows 10 gaming laptop yet”, the Legion Y740S is a thinned-down version of the existing Legion Y740 gaming laptop. It comes powered by up to an Intel 10th Gen Core i9 CPU but features no discrete graphics card on board. However, it can be hooked up to a Legion BootStation using Thunderbolt 3 for serious gaming. The display on the Legion Y740S is a 15.6-inch 4K IPS LCD panel with a maximum brightness of 600 nits. System RAM goes up to 32GB storage and maxes out at 1TB on a PCIe NVMe solid-state drive. According to Lenovo, the laptop has dedicated Performance and Quiet Modes, 100-per cent anti-ghosting keys, and an eight-hour battery life. The Lenovo Legion Y740S starts at $1099.99 (Rs 79,200 approx) and will be sold as a configure-to-order product.

ThinkPad X1 Carbon, ThinkPad X1 Yoga

In addition to the slim new Legion Y740S gaming laptop, Lenovo has announced two refreshed ThinkPad models, namely the ThinkPad X1 Carbon and ThinkPad X1 Yoga. Lenovo says the eight-generation ThinkPad X1 Carbon is part of Intel’s Project Athena initiative, which should ideally ensure faster resume times and a longer battery life. Both models now get dedicated call answer and end keys in the function row along with the ThinkPad PrivacyGuard and ThinkPad PrivacyAlert technologies, which ensures that only the user can view the screen contents. The new ThinkPad X1 Carbon and ThinkPad X1 Yoga are expected to go on sale later this year for a starting price of $1,499 (Rs 1,08,000 approx) and $1,599 (Rs 1,15,270 approx), respectively.

ThinkCentre M90a AIO

The ThinkCentre M90a AIO is a new all-in-one desktop with Intel’s 10th Gen Core series CPU and a 23.8-inch Full HD display. Like its ThinkPad cousins, it gets an IR camera with the ThinkShutter physical webcam slider for added privacy. It also gets Dolby Atmos Audio and a hidden cable management system. According to Lenovo’s press release, the ThinkCentre M90a AIO is expected to go on sale from June this year for a starting price of $1099 (Rs 79,225 approx).

ThinkVision monitors, ThinkPad TrackPoint Keyboard II

Lenovo has announced four ThinkVision monitors, one of which is called the ThinkVision Creation Extreme. It’s a 27-inch HDR1000-compatible display with 10,368 dynamic local dimming-supported LEDs. According to Lenovo, it’s designed specifically for creators and has 99-per cent DCI-P3 colour coverage along with up to 90W power delivery support for other devices. It’s expected to be available from April this year for a starting price of $2,499 (Rs 1,80,150 approx). Lenovo also launched three other monitors, namely the ThinkVision T34w-20, ThinkVision P27h-20, and ThinkVision T24v-20. This range starts at $264 (Rs 19,000 approx). Finally, Lenovo has launched the ThinkPad TrackPoint Keyboard II, a wireless keyboard for the ThinkPad keyboard loyalist. Available from May this year for $99.99 (Rs 7,200 approx), it mimics the popular ThinkPad keyboard and offers TrackPoint navigation. Connecting via 2.4GHz wireless or Bluetooth, it has a two-week battery life and USB-C charging.

Legion gaming monitors, accessories

Lenovo has used this opportunity to announce three gaming monitors, including the Legion Y25-25 24-inch Full HD IPS LCD monitor, which has up to 400 nits of brightness, AMD FreeSync support, and a 240Hz refresh rate. Lenovo also announced the Lenovo G32qc and Lenovo G27c gaming monitors. This new range starts at $219.99 (Rs 15,860 approx). Lastly, the company announced two gaming mice and a gaming keyboard, namely the Lenovo Legion M600 Wireless Gaming Mouse and  Lenovo Legion M300 RGB Gaming Mouse along with the Lenovo Legion K300 RGB Gaming Keyboard. This range starts at $29.99 (Rs 2,160 approx).

 

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