Home Cleaning Robots

Milagrow HumanTech today announced the creation of and its entry into the Domestic Robots category. It’s an industry first and the company’s robotics vertical aims to use robotic technology to empower humans so that everyday chores become hassle-free and easy. The company believes that humans serving humans for petty tasks is now outdated, and using robots will soon be the way to be. This new range of domestic robots will help catalyze this into a trend and will steadily cascade into a revolution .

Three powerful home cleaning robots will now work hard to protect Indian homes from germs and dust, namely, RedHawk, BlackCat and Robocop. They can clean all types of surfaces from marble to carpet to wood, and can easily go re-charge themselves in between cleaning cycles.

The robots boast of impressive obstacle and stair detection intelligence. The obstacle detection feature allows the robot to maneuver its way around objects that it may encounter while cleaning. The stair detection feature that is based on the infrared principle makes sure that the robot does not just fall off stairs, a balcony or even an elevated table. These elegant looking robots, which are extremely simple to use, can be auto-scheduled to clean at a date and time in the future. These cleaners can really go beyond the average floor sweeping as they come packed with an in-built UV ray lamp. This lamp when turned on emits UV rays that break the DNA of virus and bacteria; thereby making sure your home remains absolutely hygienic and germ-free.

Availability : All leading modern retailers and all leading e-commerce websites.

Price Range : Robocop (Rs. 9,990/-), BlackCat( Rs. 15,990/-) and RedHawk (Rs. 16,990/-)

Milagrow Home Cleaning Video Demonstration

ROG Rampage IV GENE

The power of Intel® Socket LGA 2011/X79 Express Chipset CPUs joins game-optimized sound, better online performance, and digital power

Rampage IV GENE continues the legacy of Republic of Gamers motherboards by delivering gamers with enhanced performance that places a premium on fidelity and speed. SupremeFX III™ EMI-shielded audio guarantees better in-game sound, Intel® Ethernet LAN and ROG GameFirst technology boost online multiplayer performance, while ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ II digital voltage regulation promotes improved overclocking. The board further uses Black Metallic capacitors and NexFET™ Power Block MOSFETs for added durability and heat resistance. Unlike budget micro ATX boards, it supports 2-way NVIDIA® SLI™ and AMD CrossFireX™.

“The new ASUS ROG Rampage IV GENE motherboard supports the latest Intel® Sandy Bridge-E processors and provides great graphics performance. This X79 gaming mATX board ships with the exclusive ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ II design that promotes improved overclocking. All our ROG boards have the best hardware engineering and the fastest performance resulting in huge demand in the market for these boards and we expect same for this as well,” said Mr. Vinay Shetty – Country Head – Component Business, ASUS (India).

SupremeFX III™ audio - Electromagnetic interference (EMI) remains a detriment to quality sound, causing distortion and loss unless properly mitigated. Rampage IV GENE uses a custom PCB “red line” layout which physically isolates SupremeFX III™ hardware from the rest of the motherboard to eliminate interference and generate clearer, more precise, and deeper audio. Better sound helps competitive gamers with improved positioning and spatial awareness, in addition to promoting greater immersion. SupremeFX III™ comes with its own steel shield, a 1500uF capacitor for stable audio power delivery, plus gold-plated audio jacks. The setup has been tested to 110dB SNR, ensuring lossless performance. EAX® Advanced HD 5.0, Creative® Alchemy, and THX® TruStudio™ PRO are all fully supported. Rampage IV GENE comes bundled with a Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB2 suite, providing the finest game audio of any micro ATX board, with realistic sound effect reproduction, lifelike music, and theater-grade movie sound.

Lag-resistant online gaming and multi-GPU support - Intel® Ethernet reduces CPU utilization by as much as 35% when processing online activity compared to systems using standard LAN, which combats latency and boosts packet transmission. Better network performance presents an edge for gamers, with the overwhelming importance of global online multiplayer gaming requiring faster connections for a smooth and competitive experience. ROG-exclusive GameFirst contributes to achieving this goal, working as a connection supervisor to prioritize bandwidth availability and ensure games receive sufficient resources, even when downloading occurs in the background. To further accommodate gamers, Rampage IV GENE supports PCI Express 3.0 and 2-way SLI™/CrossFireX™ for increased future proofing and flexibility.

Greater overclocking through improved endurance and stability - Rampage IV GENE ships with the exclusive ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ II design, consisting of digital voltage regulators for refined tuning and higher power efficiency. Gamers can adjust voltages in more precise increments, which aids in overclocking. Supporting this, Black Metallic capacitors and NexFET™ Power Block MOSFETs easily surpass the capabilities of generic parts. They resist heat better, last up to five times longer, and can take up to 20% higher temperatures than generic components, culminating in a highly durable and long lasting board that reduces the likelihood of instability even when running high intensity applications.

First X79 board officially certified by the USB-IF - In addition to its many advantages, the Rampage IV GENE has also secured the honor of being the first Intel® X79-based motherboard formally authorized and certified USB 3.0-ready by the USB Implementers Forum. Certification speaks of the extensive testing and compatibility assurance ASUS puts into every board from early development to shipping. Always committed to advancing technology and giving consumers the best performance possible, ASUS has gone further and self-developed USB 3.0 Boost to accelerate data speeds beyond reference requirements. The multi-mode design of USB 3.0 Boost increases device connectivity for both the traditional BOT protocol and the newer UASP, and its inclusion on ROG boards offers gamers even better value than before.

Complete range of X79 gaming boards - The release of Rampage IV GENE follows the previous launch of Rampage IV Extreme and Rampage IV Formula Intel® Socket LGA 2011/X79 Express Chipset-based models. The three maintain ROG leadership in the gaming and overclocking motherboard segments, providing consumers with superior performance and the finest quality in a vibrant PC gaming scene where technical excellence is critical.

Pnm Informatics

ARCHOS the French Tablet PC major has appointed PNM Informatics Pvt Ltd as its National partner for India & Sri Lanka. PNM unveiled three of the best seller models ARCHOS 101 IT, ARNOVA 7G2 & 7CG2. ARCHOS tablet PC’s globally has created a major stir and already providing a stiff competition to the major brands in the business.

PNM Informatics announced its end to end customer service operations to be managed by Accel Frontline Services Limited, India’s most respected IT Services & Media Company as its Strategic National Service Partner in India for Range of products PNM informatics will introduce in India Market. As a part of this collaboration, Accel’s WMS Division, India’s best known Warranty Management Services Company provides PAN India Carry-in/walk-in warranty Services & Toll Free Tech Helpdesk Services for PNM’s Products to offer prompt and simple redressal to both end customer and channel support needs.

Facts/Highlights of the association:

• PAN India RTB/Walk-in Warranty Support.
• If a customer experiences a problem with PNM product, they can approach Accel Service Centres & Tech HelpDesk Toll Free Hotline No.1800 425 999 999 and Accel technical staff determines that the product is still under warranty, the customer will be supported immediately.
• RMA Status update to Customers at Various stages: Accel IT System can trigger
a) SMS/E-mail to Customers at various stages.
b) Customers can check their RMA/Service call status through SMS.
c) Customers can check their RMA/Service Call Status through Accel’s public URL http://myservice.accelwms.in/
d) Customers’ Feedback through SMS on Accel Supports:

Buffalo USB 3.0 PCI-Express Interface Board With 4 Ports

Buffalo Technology, a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of wired and wireless networking and direct attached storage solutions, today announced the launch of its high performance PCI-Express interface board with 4 USB 3.0 ports. It’s high-performance interface allowing users to upgrade their PC so as to connect to next generation of external HDDs and flash drives that support USB 3.0 interface.

It offers a great solution to upgrade your PC for use with the Super Speed High Performance USB 3.0 Devices. The USB 3.0 interface increases the data transfer rates to more than ten times that of USB 2.0. This speeds up backup and transfer of photos, music, videos, documents, and other important data. The faster the transfer rate the better the performance. Also, it improves the performance of other peripheral devices like scanners and media players, and other peripheral devices supporting USB 3.0.

Each port enables a connection to one of USB 3.0 device, allowing up to a total of four devices such as external HDDs and SSDs, USB flash memory, and other USB devices to be connected simultaneously. This in turn reduces the need to purchase hubs for additional ports and reduces the hassle of constantly disconnecting and reconnecting various devices’ USB cables. These 4 ports are also backward compatible which allows connection with the legacy USB 2.0 devices also.

“This super speed interface is designed to create a massive jump in performance, copying heavy files in just seconds. We are truly happy and excited to launch this amazing and groundbreaking technology in the Indian market”, said Susumu Kobayashi, Country Head, Buffalo India

Features and Benefits:-

USB 3.0 transfers data at up to 5 Gbps, 10 times faster than USB 2.0.
4 ports allow simultaneous connection of more external HDDs, SSDs, flash memory and other devices.
Fully Backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices.
Driver supports Windows Server OS**, Windows 7, Vista and XP.
Internal power cable included.
Hot Swappable support

Pricing and Availability :- Buffalo PCI-Express 3.0 interface board with 4 USB ports is backed by a limited 3 year warranty. It will be available with Buffalo authorized retail outlets and also at Buffalo Brand Stores at estimated MRP of Rs.. 5250/-.

RICOH Partners with Accel Frontline Services

Ricoh India Ltd., a subsidiary of Ricoh Company Ltd., Japan, a US$ 21.7 billion global giant and the leader in the field of Imaging Solutions today announced the appointment of Accel Frontline Service Limited as its Strategic Warranty & Service Support Partner for Laser Printers and A4 MFPs.

Ricoh Company Ltd. Japan, the parent company of Ricoh India Limited, is a leading global player in the area of (a) Imaging solutions like Digital Plain Paper Copiers, Colour Plain Paper Copiers, Colour & Mono Laser Printers, Fax machines, Thermal paper etc., (b) Networking Input / Output systems like Multifunction Printers, Services and Software, Scanners etc, (c) Networking System Solutions like PC’s, Servers, Networking equipment, Networking software etc.

The alliance with Accel Frontline Services extends the reach of RICOH’s after-sales support across the country. Customers can contact Ricoh’s Centralized Tech Help Desk No.(1800 116600 /1800 103 0066.) for On-Site Warranty and service related support. A dedicated technical staff of Accel will provide doorstep repair & replacement services for in-warranty & out-warranty products. With 170+ On-Site Service Centers across the country, Accel Frontline has excellent control over logistics and technical know-how to service RICOH’s Printers customers.

“Service excellence has always been a key component of the RICOH business philosophy and we endeavor for continuous improvement of our service standards. Accel Frontline are leading providers of Warranty Management Services and have been chosen after a close examination, courtesy their domain expertise and excellent service track-record. The alliance is a step towards bringing world-class warranty services to RICOH’s customers,” said R K Bawa, Associate Vice President -National Service at Ricoh India Limited.

“We are proud to partner with RICOH for their support services. RICOH has a huge customer base spread across the country who can expect timely, efficient and high quality services through our joint efforts,” said Damodar Sahu, General Manager-Strategic Initiatives, Accel Frontline Services Limited, India.

Strontium 8GB DDR3

Strontium today launched 8GB DDR3 memory modules for desktops, laptops and workstations. These high-density DDR3 modules feature a 1600MHz operating speed for multitasking, web browsing and gaming. They are fully downward compatible with 1333MHz and run at 1.5V for maximum compatibility. The 8GB memory upgrade would immensely help users who need to work with large data sets. Users like CAD/CAM engineers, professional and gamers can now have the option to load 32GB in their desktops or 16GB in their laptops.

“With increasing popularity of 64-bit operating systems and the fact that almost every motherboard in the market now can support 32GB, the demand for these modules is going to increase” said Mr Anshuman Gupta, CEO and Director, Strontium Technology. These 8GB modules are available in single, dual and triple-channel kits. They have been tested on the latest Intel and AMD platforms. They have also been certified for Apple products in Apple’s own compatibility labs.

Ajay Kogta, Country Manager, India Sub-continent, said, “Like all Strontium products, these 8GB modules use only major brand chips such as Micron and Hynix and are built to JEDEC specs.”

8GB DDR3 memory module will consume less power compared to two 4GB DDR3 modules. The aluminum head spreader provides excellent heat dissipation. These modules are ROHS compliant and backed by a lifetime warranty. They can be purchased through Strontium channel partners.

Strontium 32 GB TNT USB Flash Drives

Strontium Technology world’s renowned PC memory maker today announced the launch of 32 GB TNT USB Flash Drives in Indian market. The light weight Strontium 32 GB TNT USB Flash drives are featured with compact design, high performance and fast data transfer.

The newly launched 32 GB TNT USB Flash Drives are priced at Rs.3999/-

A simple yet cool design with a click connector, Strontium USB Drive TNT series could unearth the touch of feelings that you might be looking for all these while. With its cool black and white series, it is irresistible not to get one for yourself. With cap-less and compact design, Strontium TNT series USB drives would give a totally new experience of using USB flash drive.

Speaking on the occasion, Anshuman Gupta, CEO & Director of Singapore-based Strontium Technology said, “We are excited to launch this high performance 32 GB TNT USB Flash Drives in Indian market. We are sure that our esteemed customers will like this product which has the capacity to store 4000 songs and 80 movies at a competitive price tag.”

All Strontium memory modules are consistent and compatible with JEDEC standards, RoHS compliant and carry a lifetime warranty.

Om Nanotech

Om Nanotech a leading manufacturer & supplier of Computer Memory ( DRAM, SDRAM, Flash ICs, Memory Cards), having global HQ at Singapore today announced a comprehensive upgrade of its post sale service infrastructure in India to be managed end-to-end by Accel Frontline Services Limited, India’s most respected IT Services & Media Company as it’s Strategic RMA Service Partner in India for it’s Zipmem and Dolgix range of Memory modules . As a part of this collaboration, Accel’s WMS Division, India’s best known Warranty Management Services Company provides Carry-in/walk-in warranty & RMA Services for Om Nanotech’s Memory Products on PAN India to offer prompt and simple redressal to both end customer and channel support needs.

Facts/Highlights of the association:

• PAN India RTB/Walk-in Warranty Support.
• If a customer experiences a problem with an OM NANOTECH product, they can approach Accel Service Centres and Accel technical staff determines that the product is still under warranty, the customer will be supported immediately.
• RMA Status update to Customers at Various stages: Accel IT System can trigger
a) SMS/E-mail to Customers at various stages.
b) Customers can check their RMA/Service call status through SMS.
c) Customers can check their RMA/Service Call Status through Accel’s public URL http://myservice.accelwms.in/
d) Customers’ Feedback through SMS on Accel Supports:

Accel Frontline Services

Supporting Quotes:

• Mr. Atul Khosla, Director, Om Nanotech Pvt. Ltd.,Noida
“Service excellence has always been a key component of the OM NANOTECH business philosophy. Warranty servicing is a key component of Customer satisfaction. While we do not feel that our product shall require warranty support, however, for greater customer satisfaction and convenience, we chose the best Service Provider – Accel. Indeed, it’s a qualified commitment made by OM NANOTECH and ACCEL, to bring world class warranty services to OM NANOTECH Products users”
• Mr. Damodar Sahu, General Manager-Strategic Initiatives, Accel Frontline Services Limited, India
“We are proud to be partnered with OM NANOTECH well regarded for its excellent customer service initiatives. We are proud to partner with them in their effort to bring world class customer service practices to Indian consumers.”

Om Nanotech in GITEX 2011

Om Nanotech Pvt. Ltd. the leading manufacturer, exporter and supplier of Memory Modules, Computer RAM, Pen Drives and Flash Cards today announced its participation alongwith it’s parent Om Associates Pte. Ltd., Singaore, in Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX) which was held in Dubai recently. The five day exhibition was from October 09th to October 13th, 2011

More than 3,500 companies from 57 countries, were part of the GITEX Event and Om Associates was one of them. Om Associates participation in an international event like GITEX has given them the opportunity to capture the promotional and marketing opportunities for expanding their global base.

Speaking on the occasion, Ashok Khosla, Founder and CEO, Om Associates Pte. Ltd. said, “Being part of such groundbreaking events as GITEX is always a great opportunity for us to display our products and services. The GITEX Event has played an instrumental role for us to interact and strengthen our relations with the middle east market. Our purpose behind being part of such a grand event was to showcase practical advantages and quality of our products, including our manufacturing capabilities out of India, so as to have a distinct character in front of the visitors.”

Om Nanotech Pvt. Ltd., is one of the largest exporter of complete range of memory modules and Pen drives. Om Nanotech recently became the sole manufacturers of 6 GB and 10 GB Pendrives in India. It has also introduced DRAM/Flash Die Testing facility at its manufacturing facility, which is again a first in India.

ZipMem/Dolgix are Om Nanotech’s flagship brands representing a full range of memory products which are setting new benchmarks in quality, reliability and performance. ZipMem/Dolgix range includes all product categories like Modules- Desktop, Laptop, Server, Pen Drives across all capacities. Om Nanotech plans to launch SSD drives very soon and also add new USB Drives and flash memory products under the ZipMem/Dolgix brand.

GITEX is an annual consumer computer and electronics trade show which takes place in Dubai. GITEX Shopper & Consumer Electronics Expo is the largest gathering of the region’s leading ICT retailers and suppliers. GITEX delivers a formidable range of opportunities for IT professionals to engage and interact with Global IT leaders. GITEX leads from the front when it comes to creating and delivering critical insights into business and future international and regional trends. Heralded as one of the largest and most important ICT events around the globe, GITEX delivers a leading platform for industry innovation and an impressive track record of attracting the biggest names in the IT sector, connecting over 3,500 domestic and international IT vendors with more than 136,000 ICT professionals.

LG 3D Notebook Recives Flicker Free Certification

LG Electronics (LG) has become the first company to be certified by a recognized authority for its flicker-free 3D notebook display. TUV Rheinland, one of the world’s leading technical, safety and certification services and Europe’s highest authority on standards, recognized the LG A530 notebook for being the first 3D notebook PC to offer a flicker-free viewing experience.

TUV issued its certification after rigorous testing of LG’s 3D display which the agency said resolved the flickering problem which has plagued all other previous 3D notebooks. Flickering screens cause discomfort when viewed for a prolonged period of time.

“Recognition from TÜV Rheinland is especially welcome given the organization’s focus on quality and safety,” said J.J. Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of LG Electronics PC Business Unit. “Official certifications from leading third party authorities only help to confirm our belief that LG’s 3D technology is second to none.”

Thanks to LG’s proprietary Film Patterned Retarder (FPR) screen with Full HD 1920×1080 resolution, images on the LG A530 are significantly brighter than on shutter glasses-type 3D notebooks, meaning the LG notebook offers richer, more vivid games, movies and pictures.

The LG A530, which was introduced in Korea two months ago, is currently the top seller in the local 3D notebook segment. Behind products such as the A530, LG is well positioned to lead the global market in 3D notebooks and will be making its presence known worldwide in the coming year.