| NVIDIA Announces Another Quadro Plex VCS System
Now with four Quadro FX 5600 GPUs in a 1U configuration NVIDIA this week announced a new addition to its Quadro Plex Visual Computer System, or VCS, lineup – the new Model S4. The new Model S4 is NVIDIA's first rack mount capable Quadro Plex system. The previously released Quadro Plex VCS systems were desk side models. NVIDIA's new Model S4 fits in a standard 1U chassis.The new Model S4 packs four Quadro FX 5600 GPUs inside the slim 1U chassis. Each Quadro FX 5600 GPU has access to an individual 1.5GB frame buffer, forming a grand total of 6GB. The Model S4 sports full compatibility with Shader Model 4.0 and DirectX 10. NVIDIA claims the Model S4 “contains more Quadro graphics processing power in less space than has ever been achieved before." NVIDIA's other Quadro Plex systems include the quad Quadro FX 4500 powered Model II, dual Quadro FX 5500 powered Model III and dual Quadro FX 5600 powered Model IV.Expect the Quadro Plex VCS Model S4 from NVIDIA partners such as PNY Technologies, Leadtek and Elsa.
High school football preview: Hilton Head Island High School
The turnaround was sharp; the differences were drastic. The doubt, though, still lingers. "We still have probably about 50 percent of the folks think last year was a fluke," coach Tim Singleton said last week with evident thoughts of proving them wrong -- just like the previous year. The Hilton Head Island High School football team ended seasons of futility in dramatic fashion last fall, going 9-3 and advancing to the second round of the Class 3-A playoffs after winning only one game during its final two years in Class 4-A. Where previous Seahawk squads toiled in the misery of weekly poundings from larger, stronger teams, last season's bunch strung together win after win and brewed success not seen at Community Stadium this decade. But are the feel-good days here to stay? With returning starters cementing some roles and other areas gaping with holes, that's a hard question to answer.
Style and fashion calendar
Miami's Lee Dahlberg, creator of Rock Bands wrist accessories favored by Tinseltown types, will host a trunk show from 12-4 p.m. Saturday at Neiman Marcus, Village of Merrick Park. Get a 30 percent discount on croc and snake skin bands ($350, down to $245). Info: leatherrockbands.com. • SpaTerre at the Grove Isle Hotel & Spa is offering Miami-Dade and Broward residents a 50-minute massage for $110, including tax and tip (that's $50 off). Through Oct. 30. To book: 305-858-8300, www.groveisle.com. • The Perfect Wedding Guide Bridal Show is being held from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, at the Treetop Ballroom, Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami (305-377-4030). Prizes go to the first 50 brides-to-be to arrive. Also: a fashion show, door prizes and experts doling out advice.
Nokia says 46 million cell phone batteries may be at risk of overheating
Nokia Corp. warned today that up to 46 million batteries used in some of its cell phones could be faulty and pose a risk of overheating.
The advisory applies to batteries manufactured by Matsushita from December 2005 to November 2006, the world's largest mobile phone maker said. Matsushita Battery Industrial Co. Ltd. of Japan is one of several suppliers that have together made some 300 million BL-5C batteries.
The lithium-ion battery is one of 14 different types of battery used in Nokia phones.
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GPS Tracking and Vehicle Tracking Leader Incorporates Google Maps Into Web Tracking Software
Global Tracking Communications, Inc., a leading North American supplier of GPS tracking equipment and web enabled software, announces they will incorporate Google Maps into the latest version of their Globaltrack web tracking and reporting software service. .
Web site takes mystery out of college dating
When a male college student wanders into Best Buy and a digital camera catches his eye, he doesn't buy it on the spot. Yes, it's shiny and sexy, but what's the battery life like? Does it suit his needs? Thanks to the Internet, he can go home, get on his laptop and read blogs about the product. So when this same student is out at a party or simply on the town, why shouldn't he have the same luxury when he meets a girl he likes? As cold as it sounds, for college students, this is exactly what happens. And the online mate-shopping aid usually is the Facebook Web site (www.facebook.com). "It really does suck the fun out of dating. I try not to (look), but people do it all the time," said Alex Smith, a sophomore at Hampton-Sydney College in Virginia.
Firm ‘working on’ Nokia battery issue
THE largest retailer and after-sales service provider of Nokia mobile phones in Qatar, Consolidated Gulf Company, is working with Nokia MEA (Middle East and Africa) to resolve the issue concerning a worldwide recall of a specific type of battery.
A policy to replace all affected batteries is being charted out in Dubai, where the regional headquarters is situated, and we will soon be able to resolve the matter amicably, said Syed Ayaz, CGCs deputy manager, marketing and planning.
Some 46mn Nokia-branded BL-5C batteries manufactured by Matsushita Battery Industrial Co Ltd of Japan between December 2005 and November 2006 could be faulty. The affected batteries could potentially experience overheating initiated by a short-circuit while charging. About 100 incidents worldwide have occurred so far.
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