CyberPOWER Raven X6

The market for gaming notebooks has been expanding at the speed of light in recent times. While there are countless options available from companies like Razer, Origin, Dell, ASUS, Eurocom or MSI, new models just keep coming out.

The trouble is that they seem to be bounding pretty much the same specs. Which could be a good thing if you’re driven to choose a gaming laptop based on looks or customization options.

CyberPOWER is another manufacturer of gaming system solutions which is teasing gaming enthusiasts with a new model as of this week.

The notebook is called the Raven X6 and the producing company calls it “sleek and mean” and capable of handling whatever task you throw at it. 

The Raven X6 excels at gaming, but it can easily be converted in an all-purpose notebook. For example, the existence of the HD webcam and dual digital microphones implies that the lappy can be used for video chatting and teleconferencing purposes.

The Raven arrives with a 15.6-inch display with full HD resolution, but if you want to go bigger in screen size (maybe a 17-incher), there are possibilities available on the market like the Eurocom X7.

CyberPower Raven is a new Gaming laptop 

Under the hood lies a 4th-generation Intel Core i7-4710HQ mobile processor working in concert with a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M GPU. 

While this is not half bad, more demanding users might want to push things all the way up to 880M in the graphics department, but if that’s the case, then you’ll need to be looking somewhere else. 

The MSI GT Dominator Pro takes advantage of the NVIDIA GeForce 870M/880M GPU and the Razer Blade ships out with the GTX 870M card.

Going back to the Raven, the laptop boasts 8GB of RAM, which is in league with what is being offered on the market today.

Like any gaming system, the Raven abounds of different ports including 2 USB 3.0s, HDMI out, 4-in-1 media card reader and more. Also, the laptop comes with a backlit keyboard that makes gaming during the late hours of the night possible.

CyberPOWER says the notebook is customizable with options covering a variety of storage possibilities (including mSATA SSDs), gaming memory and OS-s. 

The base model includes 8GB of RAM, 1TB 7200RPM HDD, Microsoft Windows 8.1 as default operating system. All of this can be yours for the price of $1,199 / €895.

This is a good place to remind you that Acer also launched a similar gaming notebook, in the form of the Acer Aspire V Nitro which comes with FHD display, Haswell and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M.

Windows 9 unveiling set for September 30

Microsoft's Windows 9, the successor to the widely panned Windows 8, could be shown off at the end of next month, according to a new report.

Microsoft is planning to hold a special press event on September 30 to show off Windows 9, The Verge is reporting, citing people who claim to have knowledge of the company's plans. The date is currently "tentative," according to the report.

It's not yet clear whether Windows 9 will actually be known as Windows 9. The operating system is currently code-named Windows Threshold, though it's highly likely that Microsoft will keep its numbering scheme with the next platform.

Last week, CNET sister site ZDNet reported that Microsoft is planning to launch a "technology preview" of Threshold at the end of September or early October. The report from Mary Jo Foley indicated that users would be able to try out the operating system, but would need to have software updates automatically downloaded to the platform each month.

Whenever Threshold makes an appearance, it's expected to come with a wide range of improvements, including a "mini" Smart Menu, separate windows for Metro-style applications running on the desktop, and support for virtual desktops.

According to The Verge's sources, Microsoft will be showcasing some of those improvements and new features at the event on September 30. The operating system should launch as a beta preview soon thereafter.

In a statement to CNET, Microsoft was succinct in its response to the news, saying only that it has "nothing to share" at this point.
Via~CNET

OMG!!! Walmart Slashes iPhone 5C Price to 97 Cents

Walmart has drastically cut the prices of the iPhone 5C and 5S, suggesting an upcoming debut of the iPhone 6 (which, granted, Apple hasn't even announced yet).

The iPhone 5S (16GB) has been reduced from $99 to $79, and the iPhone 5C (16GB, in any color) has been reduced from $29 to just 97 cents. The new prices are available with the purchase a two-year contract from AT&T, U.S. Cellular, Sprint or Verizon; the offer is good only in stores, not on online orders.

Stores tend to slash the prices of their existing iPhone stock before a new model is released; this price drop adds credibility to rumors that the new iPhone 6 will launch Sept. 9.

Still, sales on Apple products are rare, in part because the company limits how its retail partners can price its products. Walmart is one of the only retailers that can get away with selling Apple products below Apple's manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP).

Public excitement about the iPhone 6 has reached fever pitch. The new smartphone is rumored to have a reversible USB lightning cable as well as alarger screen.

Best Budget SmartPhones for Indian.

5 COOL PHONES THAT DON’T COST your pocket

Sony Xperia T3  
Cost: Rs 25,999
We've been impressed with Sony’s 2014 flagship – the Xperia Z2. The T3 brings the same cool design DNA in a slimmer avatar (just 7 mm thick) and the 5.3 inch touch screen also sports Sony’s ‘Triluminos’ display. 1GB of RAM and 8GB of onboard memory might be underwhelming but the energetic 2500 mAh battery and the 8MP shooter make amends.  The device currently comes bundled with Sony’s SWR10 smartband in the box just in case you want to experiment with a fitness tracker.  

Asus Zenfone 6  
Cost: Rs 16,999
The 6-inch screen is just what you need to catch a movie on the go – at 245 pixels per inch, the screen resolution won't blow your mind but the large screen real estate helps. Powered by an Intel Processor (dual core, 2GHz) and with an Energizer bunny-like battery (33000 mAh), the device also looks premium with its matte back finish.

Apple iPhone 5c  
Cost: Rs 30,000
If you're a faithful Android user looking for a brief flirtation, take a bite of the ‘Apple’ with the iPhone 5C. You might be able to snag the 8GB variant at half the price (a touch under Rs 30,000 online) of the pricier 5S versions. It won't carry a lifetime of images and music but with Apple’s iOS 7 and amazing 8MP shooter, it's good enough to check out if the grass is really greener on the other side.   

HTC Desire 816  

Cost: Rs 23,990
HTC’s One M8 might be winning all the design accolades but the Desire 816 could well be the brand's dark horse this season. Aside from the iPhone 5C, this is one of the sexiest all-plastic devices (it also comes in a vibrant palette of colours) with an elegant form factor. The ‘Boomsound’ speakers are perfect for an impromptu house party while the 2600 mAh battery has enough juice for your average day at work. 

Panasonic Eluga U  

Cost: Rs 18,990
We still can’t figure out why Panasonic refuses to unleash its top-of-the-line smartphones in the Indian market. The Eluga U feels really good in your hand despite its not-so-premium price tag – it sports a 5-inch touch screen but weighs just 115 gms. The all-glass textured back is a welcome relief from all the plastic that usually dominates this segment. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon (1.2 GHz, Quad core processor) coupled with 2GB of RAM and features a 13MP shooter that is par for the course.