ASUS Announces Cobble SSD Enclosure

ASUS today announced the ASUS Cobble SSD enclosure, a stylish and durable external storage solution. Featuring a unique cobblestone-inspired design and IP55 water- and dust-resistance, ASUS Cobble combines stylish aesthetics with durable, reliable protection in the most demanding environments. The enclosure supports both M.2 NVMe® PCIe® and SATA SSDs, and features a USB-C® 3.2 Gen 2x1 interface for superfast data transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps. The tool-free design allows for easy installation, while broad compatibility with Windows 11, macOS, mobile devices, and game consoles makes ASUS Cobble perfect for gamers, professionals, and content creators.

 

Stylish cobblestone-inspired design

The ASUS Cobble SSD enclosure has a sleek cobblestone-inspired design that’s available in gray or black. Speckle-painting techniques enabled designers to incorporate organic textures and colors into the design, giving the enclosure a warm and natural aesthetic that perfectly complements any workspace or gaming setup. A special scratch-resistant coating offers a durable surface that protects the enclosure from minor impacts, and enables the sturdy metallic chassis to withstand high temperatures for long-lasting stability and reliability. 

All-round protection

ASUS Cobble has a rugged design and is engineered to last, boasting IP55 water- and dust-resistance for dependable protection against the elements and wear and tear from daily use. Its aluminum-alloy construction and built-in thermal pad ensure exceptional heat dissipation to keep the SSD cool, protecting it from damage and helping extend its lifespan. 

Fast transfers and seamless compatibility

The USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 interface enables ASUS Cobble to deliver lightning-fast speeds of up to 10Gbps, making it ideal for efficiently storing and transferring large files. It delivers exceptional speed and reliability for users looking for a storage device for gaming, content creation or editing, or managing large file libraries. The versatile ASUS Cobble supports both M.2 NVMe PCIe and SATA SSDs, with its tool-free Q-Latch and screwless-lock cover allowing for quick and easy installation. It seamlessly integrates into any setup and is fully compatible with Windows 11, macOS, mobile devices, and the latest game consoles such as ROG Ally, PlayStation® 5 and Xbox.  

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Celebrate love with innovation and choose Kingston to create lasting memories for Valentine's Day

Whether they are a gaming enthusiast, an avid traveler, or a creative professional, Kingston Technology, a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, offers high-performance storage and memory solutions designed to enhance their digital experience. From high-speed SSDs and memory upgrades to portable, travel-friendly storage devices, Kingston delivers reliability, efficiency, and seamless performance. Celebrate love with innovation and choose Kingston to create lasting memories.

For your Gamer partner: 

Kingston FURY Renegade PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

Delight your partner with the Kingston FURY Renegade PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD, delivering cutting-edge performance and high capacities for extreme gaming.

• With up to 7,300/7,000MB/s read/write speeds and efficient heat management

• Slim M.2 design, and superior heat management, it ensures peak performance

• Available in capacities from 500GB to 4TB

Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 RGB Memory

Level up your partner’s gaming setup with the Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 memory that lets them overclock and game in style on next-gen gaming platforms.

• Enhanced RGB lighting with new heat spreader design

• On-die ECC (ODECC) for improved stability at extreme speeds

• Dual 32-bit subchannels for increased efficiency

• Integrated power management for optimal power delivery

For your Content Creator partner: 

Kingston NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD 

Amp up your partner’s creativity without breaking the bank with the Kingston NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, delivering lightning-fast read/write speeds, a compact design, and seamless performance.  

• Robust next-gen storage solution powered by a Gen 4x4 NVMe controller

• Delivers read/write speeds of up to 6,000/5,000MB/s

• Compact single-sided M.2 2280 (22x80mm) design allows for storage expansion up to 4TB 

Kingston KC3000 PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

Let your partner push creative boundaries without compromise. The Kingston KC3000 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD is engineered to tackle demanding creative workloads with its ultra-fast read/write speeds, ensuring seamless 3D rendering, 4K+ video editing, and high-performance tasks with minimal load times.

• Compact M.2 2280 form factor 

• With formidable speeds up to 7,000MB/s read/write

• Low profile graphene aluminum heat spreader

For your travel enthusiast partner: 

For your photography-obsessed partner who’s always chasing the perfect shot, the Kingston XS1000 External SSD is a game-changer. Ideal for expanding iPhone 15 storage or backing up stunning photos, it keeps their captures safe and ready for the next adventure.

• Go-to for photos, memories, and adventure-ready compact storage

• Speeds up to 1,050MB/s with USB 3.2 Gen 2

• Includes USB-C® to USB-A cable and USB-A to USB-C adapter for broad compatibility with PCs, Macs, tablets, game consoles, smart TVs, iPhones, and Android smartphones

Kingston XS2000 External SSD 

But if video magic is your partner’s passion—whether it’s pro-quality reels or stunning 8K footage—the XS2000 is the ultimate companion. With blazing fast speeds, this powerhouse is perfect for ProRes recording and seamless editing on the go.

• A powerhouse to preserve all the incredible videos and ProRes recording, made for content creators

• Speeds up to 2,000MB/s with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2

• IP55 rating with removable rubber sleeve

• Delivers speeds of up to 400 HD photos per second and transfers a 1-hour 4K video in under 30 seconds, making it ideal for high-res image and 8K video editing on the go

Kingston DataTraveler Exodia M USB Flash Drive

Looking for a budget-friendly gift? The Kingston DataTraveler Exodia M USB Flash Drive delivers fast transfers, ample storage, and a sleek, colorful design. Perfect for stashing music, videos, and photos, it’s a thoughtful way to keep your shared memories close.

• USB 3.2 Gen 1 compliant storage solution for laptops, desktop PCs, monitors and other digital devices

• Moving cap design protects USB connector. Loop easily attaches to key rings

• Capacities up to 256 GB

Enjoy free shipping at the Shopee Official Store. For more information visit kingston.com.

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Canon announced the RF16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM new full-frame RF mount wide-angle zoom lens

Canon Marketing Malaysia (“Canon”) today announced the RF16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM, a new full-frame RF mount wide-angle zoom lens for the EOS R mirrorless system. Equipped with a bright f/2.8 constant aperture, the RF16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM is Canon’s second non-professional-grade constant aperture zoom lens.

"The RF16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM is a compact and versatile wide-angle zoom lens, designed to deliver exceptional image quality at an affordable price point. With its bright, constant f/2.8 aperture, it meets the needs of photographers seeking both performance and portability. Together with the RF28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM, these latest additions to the RF series set a new benchmark for lens innovation, providing creative freedom for photographers," shared Edward Chang, Image Communication Business (ICB) Division.

Versatile Ultra-Wide Angle Zoom Lens

Ultra-wide angle zoom lenses are an extremely popular next lens to get and especially so for creators due to their wider coverage, dynamic perspective, and framing flexibility. The RF16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM will be the first of its class to supercharge these features with a bright, constant f/2.8 aperture. Previously only available on prime lenses or professional-grade lenses, it is now possible for creators who are on a tight budget to create beautiful bokeh or shoot in low light with increased control over exposure settings, regardless if they are creating dramatic compositions at 16 mm or more natural-looking context-filled portraits at 28 mm.

The lens can also be utilised as a constant aperture standard zoom lens when paired with APS-C cameras, offering a highly versatile full-frame equivalent focal range of 25.6 mm to 44.8 mm, ideal for scenes as diverse as landscapes, street and documentary, everyday life, and portraiture.

Handheld Still and Video Shooting with Ease

Designed to be compact and lightweight, the RF16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM is around 9.1 cm long when fully retracted, and weighs about 445 g, which is similar to the RF28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM. It can also be fitted onto a gimbal, creating a lighter and user-friendly setup that is ideal for travel, hikes, and exploration.

When using compatible cameras such as the EOS R6 Mark II, the lens’ built-in optical image stabiliser (Optical IS) supports peripheral coordinated control, which corrects the blurring that occurs in the edges of the image that characteristically occurs when shooting stills with wide-angle lenses.

Accurate and Seamless Autofocusing

Driven by the fast and highly responsive lead-screw type STM, the AF on the RF16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM can provide swift, precise and accurate AF during stills and excellent control required for smooth, quiet focus transitions when shooting videos. It also supports focus breathing correction when used with compatible cameras, where the camera digitally corrects fluctuations in the angle of view caused by focus movement during video shooting.

Durable Build and Outstanding Image Quality

The RF16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM has a dust- and drip-resistant build equivalent to that of professional-grade L-series lenses, with a weather-sealed ring and mount joints for better peace of mind when shooting outdoors.

Discerning and detail-oriented creators will be delighted by the lens’ impeccable optical quality, which is comparable to professional-grade L-series lenses. Improvements to the manufacturing process have enabled usage of a larger replica aspherical lens as the frontmost element, correcting aberrations more thoroughly resulting in even better image quality.

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Kingston Technology Stays Strong Among Top Private Companies in 2024

Kingston Technology today announced today it landed the #29 spot on Forbes’ list of America’s Top Private Companies for 2024. With over 20 years proudly as No. 1 top third-party supplier of DRAM modules in the world, and another year as #1 for SSDs in the channel Kingston represents as the only “Technology Hardware & Equipment” company in the top 100. While these outside acknowledgements are determined by revenue or units shipped, they are the result of something else.

“Built on Commitment” is not just a tagline or campaign but the basis of all that is Kingston Technology. For almost 40 years Kingston has been devoted to providing the best in service, and memory and storage solutions like the award-winning IronKey and Kingston FURY lines. All while continuing to grow through the shared values of its employees, partners, and customers.

“This Forbes standing along with our philosophy of “Built on Commitment” represents our dedication to product quality and reliability, customer care, long-term partnerships, and of course our employees,” said Kingston. “None of those things are achievable without the other and the strong foundation Kingston laid within the industry.”

Since 1987, Kingston has been a trusted partner in driving innovation and delivering high-quality memory and storage solutions. More than just products, Kingston stands by its commitment to four key pillars: Reliability, Performance, Quality, and Support.

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LG Introduces 2025 OLED evo Lineup With Vibrant Brightness and AI-Powered Personalization

LG unveiled its 2025 OLED evo lineup, highlighting a range of advanced TV offerings, including the world’s first true wireless OLED evo M5, and OLED evo G5 models. With LG’s latest α (Alpha) 11 AI processor Gen21 at its core, the latest OLED evo models present unparalleled OLED picture quality with impeccable blacks, exceptional brightness and advanced processing capabilities. Powered by AI-driven personalization, the LG OLED evo offers a customized experience tailored to each user and showcases the pinnacle of OLED innovation for an elevated home entertainment experience.

The latest OLED evo TVs feature LG’s upgraded Brightness Booster Ultimate technology, which enhances light control architecture and light-boosting algorithms to achieve brightness three times higher2 than conventional OLED models. This significant boost in brightness brings fine details into focus across different brightness levels, resulting in a more vibrant and lifelike viewing experience.

LG OLED evo refines every detail to perfection with flawless blacks, accurate color reproduction and stable performance. The latest models achieve top-notch black levels in both bright and dark settings, producing vibrant and accurate colors. These advanced OLED displays have received UL Solutions’ “Perfect Black”, “Perfect Color” verification and are certified by Intertek for 100 percent color fidelity. The 2025 OLED evo TVs also boast rapid brightness and color temperature stabilization, earning TÜV Rheinland’s “Quick Stability with Image Quality” certification.3 This ensures users experience exceptional picture quality immediately upon powering on the TV.

New for 2025, LG’s latest OLED evo 4K TVs support Filmmaker Mode® with Ambient Light Compensation4 – an advanced version of Filmmaker Mode developed in collaboration with the creative community. This feature accurately detects the lighting conditions of the viewing environment and automatically adjusts the picture settings to maintain the filmmaker’s original intent, delivering a truly cinematic experience in various lighting conditions.

Elevating its reputation as the ultimate choice for gamers, the latest LG OLED evo TVs boast several features tailored to gaming, including the industry’s first 4K 165Hz5 Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), certified by NVIDIA® G-SYNC® and AMD FreeSync Premium. The OLED evo models enhance gaming with tear-free, stutter-free gameplay, minimal input lag and up to 165 frames per second. The OLED evo TVs are the first to receive ClearMR 10000 certification by VESA, ensuring flawless motion and seamless experiences even during fast-paced action sequences.

Powered by the advanced Alpha 11 AI Processor Gen2, the 2025 OLED evo models provide enhanced picture and sound quality. Deep learning algorithms meticulously analyze and refine low-resolution and low-quality images, enhancing them to a higher definition with pixel-level precision for natural and sharper visuals. Additionally, Dynamic Tone Mapping Professional offers expert-level control over HDR10 content for professional creators, allowing precise customization and fine-tuning of images for accurate color and detail representation in all viewing environments.

Complementing the impressive visuals, AI Sound Pro delivers rich, immersive audio with virtual 11.1.2 channels of surround sound, adjusting the tonal balance and clarity for an immersive, tailored listening experience. Designed with personalization in mind, LG’s newest OLED TVs boast AI-powered features that understand and adapt to individual audio and visual preferences. By analyzing over 1.6 billion image settings and 40 million sound profiles, the AI Picture/Sound Wizard tailors audio and visual modes for each user, ensuring a truly customized entertainment experience. These AI-driven features represent a new level of smart TV innovation, making the 2025 OLED evo models the most intuitive and user-centric TVs on the market.

The user experience is further elevated with a personalized journey that begins the moment the TV is powered on, courtesy of the AI Remote. AI Welcome greets users by name and provides tailored recommendations based on their preferences and viewing habits, while AI Voice ID adds convenience by recognizing individual voices, automatically switching profiles and delivering content suggestions that match personal tastes. Finding content on LG’s newest OLED evo TVs has never been easier, with AI Search6 leveraging a Large Language Model (LLM) to understand conversational context and uncover subtle user intentions. Access to Microsoft Copilot further streamlines the process, allowing users to efficiently find and organize complex information using contextual cues. For an even smoother and more engaging experience, the AI Chatbot proactively identifies potential user challenges and offers timely, effective solutions. What’s more, the Generative Image Gallery7 allows users to create custom backgrounds using voice commands, adding a personal and creative touch to the viewing experience.

OLED evo’s user-friendly webOS interface provides a personalized and streamlined experience to access content and settings more easily. The new home screen is faster, more convenient and increasingly personalized with enhanced UI and categories. Additionally, webOS now supports multi-platform integration with the Home Hub, seamlessly connecting with multi ecosystems, ThinQ and Google Home, for control of various IoT devices. By bringing together these versatile ecosystems and broadening cross-platform capabilities, users can effortlessly manage and control their smart home ecosystem through a single, intuitive interface on their LG’s latest smart TVs. Extending benefits beyond the initial purchase, the webOS Re:New program allows LG Smart TV owners enjoy the most up-to-date TV experience for the next five years.

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