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MSI WindPad Enjoy 71 Budget-Friendly Tablet

Keron Calame — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 20:05:59 +0000

MSI has unveiled another tablet aimed at their budget-friendly customers, dubbed the MSI WindPad Enjoy 71. The tablet comes equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen display with a 1200×600 resolution and a super slim exterior that measures a mere 8.9mm plus its also lightweight weighing in at only 299g.

The Enjoy 71 is powered by a 1.5GHz Amlogic AML8726-MX dual-core processor, a Mali 400 GPU for enhanced graphics performance, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal storage plus a microSD card slot that will support memory cards with a 32GB capacity.

There’s a 2-megapixel camera on the rear panel and a 0.3 Megapixel front-facing camera, there’s an HDMI port that allows the user to stream HD content to a much larger display. The tablet comes with a 3200mAh battery and runs the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system and will be available in the color of blue with brushed metal finish for a classy look.

MSI S20 Ultrabook with Windows 8 up for pre-order

Keron Calame — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 15:47:32 +0000

MSI just unveiled its latest Ultrabook that runs Windows 8 operating system, the new Ultrabook dubbed the MSI S20 comes with an ultra-slim design and a sliding display. The MSI S20 was recently listed on ExcaliberPC, it is being pre-ordered for the price of $1099 per unit.

Specifications of the MSI S20 includes a 11.6-inch IPS display with a 1920×1080 Full HD resolution, the screen has the ability to be locked in place at a 45 degree angle, it is powered by an Intel Core i5-3317U processor, a 128GB Solid State Drive and 4GB of RAM.

The MSI S20 also comes with a couple of USB 3.0 ports plus there’s also a mini HDMI port which enables the user to stream content to a larger screen. The MSI S20 Ultrabook runs on Windows 8 with a touch UI and a silver exterior.

MSI Wind Top AE2712 All-In-One Desktop PC

Keron Calame — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 18:35:32 +0000

MSI has announced another AIO desktop from its series of computers that runs on the Windows 8 operating system, the new machine goes by the model name AE2712 from MSI’s Wind Top product range.

The Wind Top AE2712 features a 27-inch display with a Full HD 1920×1080 resolution. The computer is powered by a choice of Intel Core i3 or Core i5 processors, it comes with NVIDIA GeForce GT630M graphics plus the display features 10 finger touch.

Other specifications of the Wind Top AE2712 includes, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n connectivity, an optional DVD and Blu-ray combination drive, two USB 3.0 ports, four USB 2.0 ports, a 3-in-1 card reader and up to 8GB of RAM. The MSI Wind Top AE2712 will go on sale on November the 9th, the base model of the desktop goes for £830.

MSI WindTop AP1612 AIO Desktop PC

Keron Calame — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 12:00:03 +0000

MSI has unveiled its new WindTop AP1612 All-In-One Desktop PC that was designed specially for business users in an office environment.

The new AIO comes with a 15.6-inch LED-backlit display with a 1366×768 pixel resolution, and powered by a 1.80GHz Intel Celeron B830 dual-core processor.

Other specifications of the all-in-one computer includes a 250GB Hard Drive, an Intel HD graphics card and 4GB of RAM. There are multiple connectivity options such as WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, a Gigabit Ethernet port and a memory card slot. There’s an integrated webcam, stereo speakers and a wired keyboard and mouse.

The MSI WindTop AP1612 all-in-one PC runs on the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit OS.

MSI Wind U270 11.6-inch Notebook with AMD Brazos

Keron Calame — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:09:16 +0000

MSI just unveiled the new Wind U270 Notebook that is powered by the latest AMD Brazos platform. The Wind U270 sports a 11.6-inch LCD display with a 1366×768 pixel resolution, the notebook is powered by a 1.7GHz AMD E2-1800 dual-core processor and utilizes an AMD Radeon HD 7340 graphics card.

Other specifications of the notebook includes, WiFi 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth connectivity, it has a Gigabit Ethernet port, a media card reader, an integrated 1.3-Megapixel webcam, a 320GB hard drive, 2GB of DDR3 RAM, HDMI port, USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 as well.

MSI plans to launch the Wind U270 on May 18 to the Japanese Market and it will cost the consumers approximately $587 to own.

MSI Launches GT60 and GT70 Gaming Laptops

Keron Calame — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:58:59 +0000

In addition to the recently unveiled GE60 and GE70 Gaming Notebooks, MSI just announced that they has begun US-based shipping for the oriented GT60 and GT70 notebooks that were initially introduced at CeBit during the first week of March.

MSI GT70 Gaming Notebook

Both GT60 and GT70 packs the power of Intel’s new Ivy Bridge 2.3GHz Core i7-3610QM processor and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M GPU. Both gaming laptops also gets a backlit keyboard that was designed by gaming peripheral maker SteelSeries, they also get two Dynaudio speakers and a subwoofer with THX Surround Sound.

The MSI GT70 comes equipped with a 17.3-inch 1080p HD screen and the base model gets 12GB of RAM but users get the option to choose up to 16GB of RAM and a Blu-ray burner. For storage, the user gets choice of two 64GB SSDs and a 750GB hard drive running at 7,200RPM at the same time, the base model on the other hand gets the 750GB hard drive but with slower spinning.

MSI GT60 Gaming Laptop

The MSI GT60 also gets a 1080p screen but with a 15.6-inch dimension, it comes with NVIDIA’s GeForce GT 670M Graphics card and the option to choose two 500GB hard drive with 7,200RPM. The GT70 weighs 8.6 pounds while the 15.6-inch GT60 is just around 7.7 pounds.

All models get Killer E2200 Game Networking WiFi radios and their base models starts at $1,500 and ranges up to $2,000.

[Via: MSI]

MSI launches the GE60 and GE70 Gaming Laptops

Keron Calame — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:23:25 +0000

MSI just announced two new gaming laptops to its series of laptops targeted at gaming enthusiasts, they are the GE60 and GE70 models. Both models will feature Intel’s latest mobile Ivy Bridge quad-core processors and the new generation of NVIDIA GeForce GT 650M discrete graphics cards.

The MSI GE60 comes with a 15.6-inch LCD display and weighs just 2.5kg while the GE70 gets a 17.3-inch LCD display and weighs in at 2.8kg. Both models are powered by an integrated Ivy Bridge graphics processor and the on-board GeForce GT 650M video cards that also features 2GB of memory.

For storage there’s either a 750GB hard drive or a 500GB hard drive which both spins at 7200 rpm. The notebooks also comes with 8GB of memory and features MSI’s Audio Boost solution that brings next-generation sound technology to an even higher level of perfection.

There are a few connectivity ports including USB 3.0, HDMI 1.4, it also supports WiFi 802.11b/g/n connectivity, an integrated Webcam, an optical DVD drive and Windows 7 Ulimate, Professional or Home Premium pre-installed before shipping.

MSI WindTop AP2011 All-in-one Desktop PC

Keron Calame — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 12:48:27 +0000

MSI has unveiled its newest member from its WindTop Family, it is the WindTop AP2011 All-in-one Desktop PC that comes with an 20-inch LED-backlight HD multitouch display with a 1600×900 pixel resolution, it is powered by an Intel Core i3-2100 G620 Dual-Core Processor, an Intel HD Graphics card, up to 8GB of DDR3 RAM and up to 500GB of hard drive storage.

The MSI WindTop AP2011 also bundles a few essential features such as WiFi 802.11b/g/n connectivity, it comes with four USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.0 ports, a card reader, a pair of 3W speakers, HDMI input and an integrated 0.3-Megapixel camera. The WindTop AP2011 ships bundled with a USB keyboard, mouse and Windows 7 Home Premium/Professional 64bit pre-loaded. No pricing information has been found for the new WindTop AP2011 All-in-one Desktop PC.

MSI WindPad Enjoy7 Android 2.3 Tablet for the Hong Kong Market

Keron Calame — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:24:03 +0000

MSI has announced the launch of its new Enjoy7 Android 2.3 Tablet that will kick off sales in Hong Kong. Like most new tablets that run the Android 3.0 Honeycomb, the Enjoy7 gets the earlier version the Android Gingerbread 2.3 OS. It comes with a 7-inch capacitive touchscreen display, it packs the power of a 1GHz Cortex A8 processor, it gets 512MB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage. On the rear of the device there is 2-Megapixel cameras which enables the user capture images as well as make videos plus there is also a front-facing camera for video calling and chatting.

Other specifications of the Enjoy7 includes Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity, it supports WiFi 802.11b/g/n, there is a mini HDMI output which allows the streaming and playback on high-quality content on an HDTV. The device is fairly lightweight as it only measures 395 grams and it will be sold in Hong Kong for HKD$1798.

Source: cnbeta

MSI reveals the new Wind Box DC100 mini PC

Keron Calame — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:54:14 +0000

MSI has once again launched yet another mini PC that they are calling the MSI Wind Box DC100. This new series of Mini PC is based on the latest AMD Brazos platform E-450 dual-core processor and A50M chipset which promises to deliver outstanding energy-saving capabilities.

It comes with a compact casing which measures 191.8 mm (W) × 150.93 mm (H) × 34.94 mm (D) and weighs in at 830 grams, it features a white exterior and quiet operation, it is very quiet thanks to MSI’s noise reduction technology which keeps the device’s noise down to under 22 dB when in standby mode. Under the hood, there is AMD’s Fusion E-450 1.65GHz APU with Radeon HD 6320 graphics card and according to the company it also has a low power consumption at only 40W.

The core specifications of the Wind Box DC100 mini PC includes 4GB of RAM, 320GB of Hard Drive storage plus other essentials such as WiFi 802.11b/g/n, Gigabit Ethernet, six USB 2.0 ports, a 6-in-one card reader and output options for VGA and HDMI. There has been no pricing information confirmed for the Wind Box DC100 but we do know that it comes pre-installed with Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit and MSI softwares which includes Smart Media Link and Smart Sync.

MSI GE620DX 15.6-inch Gaming Laptop

Keron Calame — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 20:07:15 +0000

MSI has announced its new GE620DX Gaming Laptop which packs the power on Intel’s second generation Sandy Bridge series of processors. The GE620DX comes equipped with a 15.6-inch Screen with an 1366×768 pixel resolution, it is powered by a 2GHz Core i7-2630QM Quad-Core Processor, NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M graphics card with 2GB of VRAM.

The new generation Intel Core i7 processor supports Intel Turbo Boost 2.0, which greatly enhances performance in each core, automatically allocating processor resources to boost core clock speeds and overall computer performance it also comes with Quick Sync Video that also revs up efficiency when ripping, synchronizing, and editing multimedia files.

Other specifications of the GE620DX includes a USB 3.0 port, HDMI output port, THX True Studio Pro and an integrated 720p HD Webcam. There has been no pricing information announced for the new GE620DX Gaming Laptop.

MSI unveils the GX480 Sandy Bridge Notebook PC

Keron Calame — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:33:54 +0000

MSI has announced its new GX480 Laptop which packs the power of Intel’s Sandy Bridge series of processor, it is based on Huron River-based platform. The new GX480 Sandy Bridge Notebook PC comes equipped with 14-inch LCD LED-backlit display with a 1366×768 pixel resolution and has the choice of an 2.1 GHz Core i3-2310M or 2.3 GHz Core i5-2410M processor. Some of the notable specifications of the GX480 includes up to 640GB of hard drive storage which was placed to protect itself against shock, a GeForce GT 520 1GB graphics card and weighs just 2.2kg.

Other specifications includes a DVD writer, a multi-in-1 card reader, a 1.3 megapixel webcam, Gigabit Ethernet, WiFi 802.11b/g/n, optional Bluetooth 3.0, optional USB 3.0 connectivity, two integrated 2W speakers, an HDMI output port and a 6-cell battery. The new GX480 also comes pre-loaded with MSI’s ECO Engine which ensure a longer battery life, GPU Boost technology for GPU overclocking. It also comes with an ambient light system that adjust the screen brightness depending on the lighting of the room.

Source: TCMagazine

MSI Wind Box DC100 and Wind Box DC540 Mini PCs

Keron Calame — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 13:27:33 +0000

[Computex 2011] MSI is also at the event showcasing a few of its innovations which includes the new Wind Box DC100 and Wind Box DC540 Mini PCs. The DC100 compact PCs comes with the power of an AMD Fusion Brazos E-350 Application Processor while its brother, the DC540 gets the Intel Cedar Trail-D Platform processor and they both have the ability to playback Full HD Videos. The new-generation Wind Box DC100 1-liter desktop PC is capable of consuming 70% less power than conventional desktop PCs thanks to the AMD E-350 dual-core processor and APU. It also comes with AMD’s AVIVOTM technology which ensures crisp detail in every image. Both units runs the Windows 7 64-bit operating system. Pricing and availability is still to be announced, but it is being said that the space-saving desktops will launch during Q3 of 2011.

MSI WindPad 110W Tablet Ready for Pre-order

Keron Calame — Mon, 23 May 2011 12:55:28 +0000

MSI’s latest Tablet PC is finally ready to be placed up for pre-orders, the MSI WindPad 110W is a Fusion-powered tablet that gets a 10.1 capacitive touchscreen display with a 1280×800 resolution and pack the power of AMD’s C-50 Processor instead of the Intel Atom Series of Processors which is found in most new tablets emerging on the market. The upcoming tablet also gets the Radeon HD 6250 graphics chipset, a Solid State Drive with 32GB capacity for storage and up to 2GB of DDR3 RAM. It also comes with dual-cameras, a 3-megapixel camera on its rear and a 1-megapixel camera perch on the front for video calling and conferencing. Other specifications expected includes Bluetooth 3.0, GPS functions, USB 2.0 port, SDHC card slot, a 4,200mAh battery, mini HDMI port and runs the Windows 7 Home Premium instead of the Android OS as found in most tablets out right now. It is expected to be launched sometime in June and should be going for the price of $599, no word when it will hit our shores.

MSI Wind Top AE2070 All-In-One Desktop PC

Mark Ross — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 14:58:09 +0000

MSI has announced its new Wind Top AE2070 All-In-One Desktop PC that is powered by the Intel Sandy Bridge Platform. It is also the latest member of the Wind Top series and comes with a sleek, white casing and a transparent frame. The device measures 513.2 x 392.1 x 87.7 mm, runs the Windows 7 Home Premium OS with the Wind Touch 4 user interface. It comes with a 20-inch touchscreen display with a 1600×900 pixel resolution, packs an Intel Pentium G620 or Core i3-2100 Processor, Intel HD 2000 integrated graphics or GeForce GT 540M discrete graphics, up to 500GB of storage, up to 8GB of RAM and a DVD Burner. There are also other noteworthy specifications which includes a 6-in-1 card reader, a 0.3-megapixel webcam, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, two 3W speakers with SRS, an HDMI port and two USB 3.0 ports.

MSI unveils its CX640MX 15.6-inch Notebook PC

Keron Calame — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 10:00:53 +0000

MSI has unveiled its new CX640MX 15.6-inch Notebook PC that is presently being pre-ordered on the European Market for a price of €514. For that price customers will get a configuration that comprises of a 15.6-inch LED-backlit display with a 1366×768 resolution, it will come with either Intel’s Core i3, i5 or i7 Processor, DDR3 Memory Slot, up to 640GB of Hard Drive storage, NVIDIA’s GeForce 410M graphics or GeForce GT 520M, integrated card reader, DVD Super Multi drive, HDMI output, a 1.3-megapixel webcam, WiFi 802.11b/g/n and optional Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity. There is also the option to get two USB 3.0 powered ports which should prove useful for high-speed data transfers. As for design, it gets a black-sliver metal brush finish, a crystal diamond finish touchpad, a race car-like power button and a heat-dissipation system that keeps heat away from the palm rest. MSI also added the HiFre Antenna signal enhancement technology, MSI’s Time Stamp backup and restore technology, SRS PC Sound wrap around sound and a light sensor to help with extending the battery life while in operation.

MSI Wind Top AE2410 All-In-One PC

Keron Calame — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:49:56 +0000

MSI announces the launch of another All-In-One Desktop PC that is powered by Intel’s new Sandy Bridge Platform. The Wind Top AE2410 AIO comes with a 24-inch widescreen Full HD Multitouch display with the option to choose between an Intel Core i3-2310M Processor running at 2.1GHz or the Core i5-2410M which is clocked at 2.3GHz. It comes with specifications including 1TB of Hard Drive Storage, Intel HD 3000 or GeForce GT 540M 1GB Graphics and up to 8GB of RAM. MSI also added a few of its exclusives such as the Super Charger Technology which speeds up USB charging up to 40% faster when recharging MP3s, iPhone and even the iPod on one of the three USB 3.0 ports.

Other notable specifications not mentioned above includes optional Bluetooth, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, two integrated 5W speakers which is backed by THX TruStudio Pro Technology, an optional TV tuner, an HDMI port, a memory card reader and an integrated 1.3-megapixel webcam. It also comes pre-loaded with the Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit and is presently available for pre-order in Europe for 899 Euros.

MSI X-Slim X370 13.4-inch Notebook PC

Keron Calame — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 16:47:49 +0000

MSI has another notebook from its X-Series destined for the US market dubbed the X-Slim X370. It features a 13.4-inch glossy LCD screen with a 1366×768 pixel resolution and with the power of AMD E-350 dual-core Processor with 4GB of DDR3 RAM and AMD’s Radeon HD6310 discrete-class graphics card it should do very well for entertainment purposes. It is also ultra-portable weighing a mere 3.11lbs and measures less than an inch thick. Other specs includes a 500GB Hard Disk for storage, a built-in memory card reader that is compatible with 4 different types, integrated speakers, a 1.3-megapixel webcam, an HDMI output and WiFi 802.11b/g/n connectivity. The MSI X-Slim X370 is expected to be distributed over the US this month and it is already on sale over at Amazon for the price of $579.99.

MSI GX680 Gaming Notebook PC

Keron Calame — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 14:44:38 +0000

MSI has unveiled its new GX680 Notebook PC that was developed specially for Gamers, and to make sure that it does what it was developed for MSI equipped the Laptop with Intel’s second-generation Core i7 quad-core processor backed by 16GB of DDR3 RAM which is supplied by four DDR3 memory slots. The notebook’s graphics is managed by NVIDIA’s GeForce GT555M dedicated graphics card, it gets a 15.6-inch 1920×1080 or 1366×768 LED-backlit display along with other specifications such as Bluetooth 2.1 and WiFi connectivity.

The Notebook also offers RAID 0 and RAID 1 options for performance and features a dual-drive architecture as well. There are built-in 2.1-channel speakers with Dynaudio and THX TruStudio Pro technologies and other features such as a memory card reader, two USB 3.0 ports, an integrated HD Webcam, HDMI output and eSATA port.

The GX680 comes with MSI’s own ECO Engine, a power-saving technology which allows you to select from among five power management levels including Video Game, Film, Presentation, Word Processing, and Turbo Battery.

Source: MSI

MSI CR650 15.6-inch Media Notebook PC with AMD Accelerated Processor

Keron Calame — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:42:41 +0000

In addition to the MSI Wind Top AE2050, the company also unveiled its new CR650 Media Notebook that comes with a 15.6-inch 1366×768 glossy LCD display and like the Wind Top AE2050, it also packs a dual core AMD E350 APU running at 1.6GHz. It notebook is now being shipped in North America for a suggested market price of $499.99, however it can be found on Amazon for $455.99. Other specifications of the CR650 includes 320GB of Hard Disk Storage, Radeon HD6310 discrete-class graphics card, DVD SuperMulti Burner and 3GB of RAM. There is also an integrated HD Webcam that records at 720p, a 4-in-1 card reader, WiFi 802.11b/g/n connectivity and an HDMI output for connectivity to your HDTV at home.