Ultralight @HuaweiZA #MateBookD14 i5 Offers A Novel Intelligent Experience Geared to Young Consumers

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The HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5, designed for young consumers, is the latest 14-inch Huawei laptop, which introduces a revolutionary cross-platform experience that allows users to seamlessly work with multiple devices through a single pane of glass.

The HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5 inherits the DNA of Huawei’s PC products, which is expressed in its aesthetic design, innovative technology and the intelligent experience that it delivers. On top of its lightweight chassis, HUAWEI FullView Display, powerful performance, robust build quality and chic design, the latest HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5 comes with a range of new features, including support for Huawei Share. Equipped with a full array of smart capabilities, the HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5 stands as a powerful companion to today’s tech-savvy youth.

Lightest 14-inch laptops in this price range

The ultra-slim laptop market is experiencing rapid growth. Always pursuing design perfection, Huawei leaned on its expertise in smartphone technology and system integration capabilities to realise the ultra-slim bezel design on its HUAWEI FullView Displays. This design approach lets Huawei pack a large display into a portable chassis and offer the best of both worlds.

In line with the rest of the MateBook family, the HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5 comes with a HUAWEI FullView Display. Measuring at just 4.8mm thin, three ultra-thin bezels frame the display, resulting in an outstanding 84 percent screen-to-body ratio. The lightweight chassis is accentuated by a streamlined design with curved edges to produce a sleeker look. The small enhancements – such as the thinner bezels and recessed camera – allow Huawei to further shrink the form factor of the laptop. With dimensions measuring at just 322.5mm x214.8mm x15.9mm, the HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5 is one of the smallest and lightest 14-inch laptops in the same price band to date, offering a wide viewing experience in a portable package.

Underneath the anti-glare coating, the 14-inch 16:9 IPS panel supports a Full HD (1920×1080) resolution and a maximum opening angle of 178 degrees. The premium display is perfectly suited for any content, whether it is a high-resolution image or a Blu-ray video. The panel on the HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5 has also been TÜV Rheinland certified for low blue light emission, allowing for better eye protection.

The powerful processor offers solid performance

With laptops, young consumers see in PCs, not just a tool that lets them work, but a platform that lets them have fun as well. With this in mind, the HUAWEI D14 I5 comes with a 10th Generation Intel® Core™ i5-10210U processor.

The HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5 excels at cooling and battery life. For cooling, the laptop includes a new version of the HUAWEI Shark Fin Fan. With the new S-shaped fan blades, the HUAWEI Shark Fin Fan 2.0 optimises airflow dynamically for improved cooling and laptop performance. In terms of battery life, a 56Wh (Rating value) high-capacity battery supports up to 13.2 hours of continuous local 1080p video playback on a single charge. This battery lets users freely use their laptops on the go without having to worry about running out of power.

A portable, multi-purpose 65W USB-C charger and a USB-C to USB-C cable are included with the HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5. The charger supports all Huawei smartphones and tablets that are equipped with a USB-C port. It also features overheat protection, which automatically stops the charging process once the temperature crosses a threshold to ensure safety.

Equipped with 8GB of dual-channel DDR4 memory, the HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5 has enough memory to handle most high load apps on the market. The solid-state drive (SSD) in the new HUAWEI MateBook D 14 is connected to the mainboard via the high-speed PCIe interface. The dual-antenna WLAN module effectively receives the WLAN signal for enhanced connection speed and stability. On the side, a diverse selection of interfaces can support multiple I/O needs simultaneously, including data transfer, peripheral connection and battery charging.

Intelligent connection made easy

The new Huawei Share features enable the HUAWEI MateBook D14 i5 and a Huawei smartphone to share a single display, where users can drag files from one user interface to the other to transfer files and view the contents saved in the smartphone directly on the laptop. Peripherals connected to the laptop can also be used to navigate the smartphone, giving the laptop users seamless access to mobile apps without switching devices.

Positioned as a series targeting young consumers, the HUAWEI MateBook D Series is a reflection of premium aesthetic designs, innovative technologies and cutting-edge intelligent experiences. On one hand, it offers a quality user experience in a compact form factor. On the other, it pushes the envelope of what ultralight laptops can deliver and complements Huawei’s overall PC product portfolio. In the future, Huawei will continue to bolster its PC product lines to further democratise the all-scenario, intelligent digital experience for the benefit of more consumers.

Special deal

Buy the HUAWEI Matebook D14 i5 now for R13999 on the HUAWEI Store (Online). The laptop comes with a HUAWEI Backpack Swift, HUAWEI Bluetooth Mouse Swift and HUAWEI VIP Service. You can also buy the HUAWEI Matebook D14 i5 at Vodacom, Telkom and Incredible Connection. (Ts&Cs apply)

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Western Digital Strengthens its Presence with a More Diversified Offering for #SouthAfrica

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Western Digital Corporation, a global leader in data technology, is reaffirming its presence in South Africa with a more diversified portfolio of data storage devices. This allows local consumers to access a wide range of WD®- and SanDisk®-brand products.

Western Digital’s product line includes the SanDisk mobile storage solutions portfolio, with storage devices such as the iXpand™ flash drive, SanDisk Ultra™ Dual Drive m3.0, microSD™ and SD™ cards (SanDisk Extreme™ and SanDisk Extreme PRO™); SanDisk external SSDs; and WD internal SSDs. With after-sales service being a key driver locally, Western Digital will continue to assert its efforts in this regard.

Speaking on the diversification, Ghassan Azzi, Senior Sales Manager for Africa Western Digital said, “The amount of data that people generate is growing exponentially year on year, highlighting a shift in storage habits that is currently underway not just globally but also locally. Storing data is not just about unlimited space, but it is also about security. Western Digital offers secure, high-performance, high-capacity and high-quality storage solutions to cater to the growing needs and lifestyles of consumers in South Africa”. 

SanDisk Mobile Storage Solutions

iXpand – The iXpand flash drive is the ideal companion for your iPhone or iPad that enables you to free up space, back up your camera roll and even watch videos straight from the drive.1 The iXpand flash drives are equipped with a Lightning connector and a USB 3.0 connector so users can move files between iPhone, iPad, and Mac or PC computers. Users can also set the iXpand mobile app to automatically back up their iPhone or iPad camera roll anytime the product is connected.2 It comes in 32|64|128|256 GB capacities.*

Dual Drive – The SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive m3.0 is for Android™ devices and enables the movement of content from your OTG-enabled Android smartphones to your computer.3 Quickly free up space on your Android smartphone or tablet so you can take more pictures and videos. It comes in 16 |32|64|128|256 GB capacities.*

400GB micro SD card – The SanDisk Ultra microSDXC UHS-I card is perfect for recording and watching Full HD video, with room for hours of video.4 Ideal for Android-based smartphones and tablets, this card’s A1 rating means that you can load apps faster too.5 This card racks up transfer speeds of 100MB/s** and can move 1,200 photos per minute.6With a capacity of up to 400GB*, you can store even more hours of Full HD video on the card without worrying about running out of room for the videos, photos, music, movies and other files you want to shoot, save and share.

SanDisk external SSDs

SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD – This ruggedized portable SSD delivers high-speed transfers of up to 550MB/s** making it perfect for saving and editing hi-res photos and videos. With an IP55 rating and a solid-state core, it also stands up to rain, spills, dust and drops.7 It comes in 250 GB, 500 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB capacities.*

WD Internal SSDs

WD internal SSDs – A wide range of Western Digital internal SSDs which bolster your PC with upgraded speed and reliability.

WD Black SN750 NVMe SSD

The WD BLACK™ SN750 NVMe™ SSD delivers top-tier performance for gaming and hardware enthusiasts who are looking to build or upgrade their PC. The WD Black SN750 NVMe SSD rivals some of the best performings drives on the market to help give gamers that competitive edge.

Product Highlights

• · Revolutionary 64-layer 3D NAND Technology.
• · Read speeds up to 3470 MB/s** (500GB and 1TB models) for improved load times
• · A sleek design to customize your gaming rig
• · An exclusive WD Black SSD dashboard with gaming mode

WD Green™ SSD - The WD Green SSDs are meant for a quintessential level of performance. These can be best suited for day to day functionality and can reach read and write speeds of up to 540 MB per sec and 405 MB per sec respectively while using ultra-low power draw mode.**

WD Blue™ SSD – It is the best option for those who are looking for a performance that excels in SATA standards and reaches read and write speeds of up to 545 MB per sec and 525 MB per sec respectively.**

Beyond Surveillance

12TB WD Purple Hard Drive

WD Purple drives have been engineered specifically for the extreme demands of high temperature, 24/7 surveillance systems. With a supported workload rate of up to 180 TB/yr8 and support for up to 64 cameras, WD Purple drives are optimized for surveillance systems. It is engineered for quality video playback when you need it most.

256GB WD Purple microSD Card

WD Purple™ microSD™ cards range from 32GB to 256GB* for both motion-triggered and continuous recording, as well as a variety of camera, resolution, and recording implementations. Weather-resistant WD Purple™ microSD cards endure temperatures from -25°C to 85°C to help capture uninterrupted surveillance footage through extreme weather conditions and climates.

14TB Ultrastar Hard Drive

This has up to 14TB* capacity in a standard 3.5-inch form factor. Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) technology works seamlessly in capacity enterprise environments.

WD external SSDs

My Passport™ Wireless SSD: The My Passport Wireless SSD is an all in one portable drive that helps preserve photos and videos captured on your cameras and drones. The one-touch copy button lets you back up photos and videos with the built-in SD™ card reader without a laptop. It comes in 250 GB|500 GB|1 TB|2 TB capacities.*

MY PASSPORT SSD

My Passport SSD: The My Passport SSD is portable storage with blazing-fast transfers. Password protection with hardware encryption helps keep your content secure. Easy to use, it’s shock-resistant, compact storage in a cool, durable design. It comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB capacities.*

WD hard drives

My Passport - My Passport portable drive is trusted to store the massive amounts of photos, videos, and music you love. Available in an array of vibrant, fun colors, the sleek style fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, so you can easily take your treasured content everywhere you go. It comes in 1TB, 2TB, 3TB and 4TB capacities.*

WD internal hard drive

WD Purple – WD Purple drives have been engineered specifically for the extreme demands of high temperature, 24/7 surveillance systems. Built for 24/7, always-on, high-definition security systems. With a supported workload rate of up to 180 TB/yr7 and support for up to 64 cameras, WD Purple drives are optimized for surveillance systems.

WD Red™ - With drives up to 10TB*, WD Red drives offer a wide array of solutions for customers looking to build a high performing NAS storage solution. Built for single-bay to 8-bay NAS systems, WD Red drives pack the power to store your precious data in one powerhouse unit.

WD Blue - Boost your PC storage with WD Blue drives, the brand designed just for desktop and all-in-one PCs with a variety of storage capacities.

Mobile SSD 

G-DRIVE mobile SSD

The ruggedized G-DRIVE mobile SSD features transfer speeds up to 560MB/s** and a backward compatible USB-C™ port to deliver high-performance storage.

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The Ultimate #Gaming Experience, Right Now @ADATAtechnology #SSD #DRAM

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It is said that there are two types of gamer in this world. The PC gamer and the console gamer. The former’s demise has long been predicted, but statistically, PC gaming is even more popular today than it was when it started. Steam game sales hit an astonishing $US4.3 billion in 2017, increasing by more than 18% from 2015, and PwC has predicted that gaming will be worth more than US$31 million by 2019. For those who love the creak of the keyboard and the strife of the mouse as they hurtle through virtual worlds at the speed of reflex and storyline, PC gaming is the ultimate immersive experience. But, like anything, there are ways to make it even better…

According to Tony Yu, South African country manager at ADATA, there are some subtle tips and tricks that can transform your gaming experience and give you that extra edge in the boss fight.

“The first step is to upgrade to a solid-state-drive (SSD),” he says. “These are so much faster than previous hard drives and have the potential to reduce loading times and improve performance significantly. Their capabilities are not to be confused with graphics performance, though. Your graphics processing unit (GPU) is your key to unlocking exceptional visuals so improving gaming graphics should start with you ensuring that it, and all your other hardware, are regularly updated. It’s also worth running regular PC diagnostics to ensure that both your SSD and GPU, among other essential elements, are working properly.”

SSD may not introduce gorgeous graphics, but it does really deliver on loading times which, for those who play open world games and in vast online vistas, makes a big difference to the experience. Constant ‘hitching’ in a game is frustrating and an SSD is your secret weapon in defeating it. For additional online security, especially for people who enjoy playing online, a virtual private network (VPN) is another vital element to help you smooth over the edges of your experience.

“Some parts of the online gaming community have been known to attack players and force them offline, so by using a VPN you protect your identity and remove the threat,” says Yu.

The next step is to invest in memory designed specifically for gaming. As Rock, Paper, Shotgun says, ‘…what you absolutely, positively need and what will make your computing life, in general, more pleasant and your gaming, in particular, more enjoyable aren’t the same thing’. What you want is beautiful memory designed specifically for PC gaming that can handle the worlds and beasts thrown at it with elegant aplomb. That’s gaming.

“Discerning gamers with an eye for the perfect gaming experience should consider investing in technology that has hybrid cooling capabilities as this instantly improves performance and gain,” adds Yu. “High-quality chips and cooling systems designed to work optimally with leading GPUs and systems will make any game into something special. These are also excellent tools for anyone keen to move into eSports or play games on a more competitive level.”

Finally, to really round off the perfect game, you need the right mouse and keyboard. Your mouse must have incredibly high DPI, at least 3200, and a smooth ride with a comfortable grip, and it is advisable to invest into a mechanical keyboard as it offers superb tactical feedback and control. With most ranges designed for gamers, you can even adjust the lighting effects which is, let’s face it, cool.

“Of course, great gaming technology, such as the ADATA XPG Spectric D80 DDR4 RGB, not only has liquid nitrogen cooling but can be overclocked to take advantage of it,” concludes Yu. “It’s a world first RGB DDR4 memory with hybrid liquid-air cooling to deliver extraordinary performance and in May 2018 it reached the SPECTRIX D80 LN2 OC 5531 MHz record. We are committed to keep improving on our performance and we are proud that our DRAM is already compatible with at least four motherboard brands, namely Asus, Gigabyte, MSI and ASRock. We will continue adding other brands to this list.”
 

For more information, please visit www.adata.com.
Sources: https://www.wepc.com/news/video-game-statistics/#pc-gaming

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Warning Signs That It Is Time to Replace Your #SSD @AdataTechnology @XPG_Global

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While solid state drives (SSD) are more stable than hard drives, age can eventually cause them to fail. It is therefore important to know what signs to keep an eye out for, which could signal an impending failure. According to Tony Yu, South African country manager at ADATA, while there are tools available to monitor your SSD for flaws, there are some very specific signs you can look out for.

“While the technology in SSDs has evolved over the years, making them even more stable and reliable, there are instances where they can fail. When a computer attempts to read or save a file, but it takes unusually long, the system will eventually abandon the task and give an error message. These are known as bad blocks and can result in you not being able to read from or write files to the SSD,” he says. Other symptoms of bad blocks include needing to repair your PC or file system, and the freezing and crashing of active applications. “If you are getting frequent errors when moving files or your system is running slow, particularly when you access large files, you should consider running a diagnostic tool to determine whether there are any physical problems with your drive. I would also advise you to back up your files immediately to avoid data loss.”

Yu says there are two ways in which bad blocks can affect your files. “If your system refuses to write data to the drive, I would recommend that you try and save the files to another location, or copy it to the cloud, restart your computer and try saving them to the drive again. Fortunately, in this case, the data has not been compromised as it was not written to the drive in the first place,” he says. “Unfortunately, if your system refuses to read the data, you have a much bigger problem, because often, that data is lost for good.”

An error popping up stating that your PC needs to be repaired can be a sign of your SSD developing bad blocks. “While this error sometimes pops up purely because the computer was not shut down properly, it can mean that you have issues with your SSD. Fortunately, most operating systems come with built-in repair tools that will guide you through the steps of repairing the file system,” says Yu. “There is the possibility of losing some data in the process though, which is why we recommend that you back up your data on a regular basis.”

Another symptom that your SSD is on its way out, is when your computer crashes during the boot process, but works fine after hitting the reset button multiple times. “If you are experiencing this, I would suggest that you immediately back up your data, because this is usually caused by a bad block or an impending SSD failure,” he says. “Again, it’s best to use a diagnostic tool to test whether it is the drive and, if you have backed up your data, consider reformatting your drive and reinstalling the operating system.”

In the event of the drive becoming read-only, data can still be recovered. “If you are unable to save to the drive, we recommend that you try and connect it to another device as an external or secondary hard drive. That way, if the SSD is still working, you can at least recover all your files and delete all the data before discarding your SSD,” says Yu. 

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@ADATAtechnology Launches the XPG SX6000 PCIe Gen3x2 M.2 2280 SSD #SouthAfrica

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ADATA Technology, a leading manufacturer of high performance DRAM modules and NAND Flash products, today launched the XPG SX6000 SSD. The product represents a bold move to provide PCI Express storage performance for nearly the same price to end users as that of traditional 2.5” SATA SSD. The SX6000 uses the compact M.2 form factor and reaches 1000MB/s read and 800MB/s write, easily doubling SATA SSD throughput without a relative increase in price. This is part of an ADATA focus on high speed, compact M.2 drives aimed at gamers, overclockers, and PC DIY enthusiasts. The SX6000 meets NVMe 1.2 specs and offers up to 1TB capacity, all at an approachable entry-level alongside its more premium stablemates the SX7000, SX8000, and SX9000.

Twice the speed without a need to spend significantly more
The leading advantage of the SX6000 is embodied in its superb cost-performance ratio. Using 3D TLC NAND, a Realtek controller, NVMe 1.2 technology, and a PCIe Gen3x2 interface, it reaches 1000MB/s read and 800MB/s write. Compared to a typical 500MB/s by 400MB/s on SATA III SSDs, this means doubled performance for less than 10% more spend in same-capacity comparisons. Increasingly, motherboards ship with two and four M.2 slots, up from a single slot on select boards just two years ago. Therefore, PCIe M.2 SSDs are expected to become more normative and the SX6000 encourages this trend as an affordable high speed alternative that works great as an OS drive and mass storage.

The perfect upgrade or alternative in multiple capacity options
ADATA produces the SX6000 in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB. Once more, each model is less than 10% costlier than a same-capacity SATA III SSD. For PC users looking at tangible performance enhancements, the SX6000 makes complete sense as a SATA III successor.

Feature rich and designed for long-term use
The SX6000 incorporates the usual range of performance and longevity-enhancing features shared by all ADATA and XPG SSDs. Wear leveling, DRAM Cache, and SLC Caching all ensure better load distribution and sustained peak performance even when handling large tasks such as moving AAA game titles or rendering video. While other PCIe M.2 SSDs may be faster, the SX6000 easily surpasses SATA SSDs and of course leaves hard drives far behind, being ten times faster than the quickest mechanical solution.

Local Pricing
SX6000 SSD: Available in Q1 2018 / Pinnacle Micro, TVR Distribution

• 128G: R1,049
• 256G: R1,749
• 512G: RR3,149

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