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The launch of the 4th generation Intel Core processors brought with it a new LGA 1150 CPU socket and the Intel 8-series motherboards. We rounded up the top-end Intel Z87-based motherboards from five manufacturers (ASRock, ASUS, ECS, Gigabyte, MSI) and put them through their paces. Find out who came out on top!

Featuring identical hardware and performance as the N7710-G and N8810U-G, the new NAS servers come with stock support for 10GbE connectivity, via a PCIe add-on card. Also, each unit houses the two HDMI and VGA multimedia ports, as well as two USB 3.0, six USB 2.0, and two single gigabit Ethernet ports.

Biostar has announced three motherboards with dual Gigabit LAN features. It allows for link aggregation so that the network connections can be combined in parallel. In addition, the two Gigabit LAN ports can be configured for network redundancy.

ASUS today announced the availability of the ZenFone series in South East Asia, which are preloaded with the new ZenUI interface and PixelMaster camera technology for better image quality. The ZenFone 4, 5 and 6 are slated for a launch in Singapore next month.

With a price comparable to SATA SSDs, the new PCIe-based SSDs will clock in a read time of 1Gbps, and reduce boot up, calculation, and graphic response times, even with 4K videos.

According to rumors, AMD could be teaming up with Toshiba to produce its own brand of SSDs to offer more value in the forms of bundles.

Featuring multipoint Bluetooth connectivity and one-touch pairing for up to two devices, the new compact audio adapter connects two devices simultaneously and streams audio from either one with the push of a button, letting you enjoy your favorite playlist on your smartphone, or a movie on your tablet.

McAfee has just launched a free online scanner for consumers to assess if they need to change their passwords to deal with the recently exposed Heartbleed Bug. Find out more after the jump.

HTC just announced that a software update (version 1.54.707.7) is available for One (M8) users. Among the new features and improvements are the Extreme Power Saving Mode and SIM card optimizations.

Sony is introducing its NWZ-B180 Walkman which offers a long playback time of 20 hours, a built-in 4GB USB drive, and the BASS Boost feature that reproduces bass to deliver rich sounds.

We just learnt from Jonney Shih, Chairman of ASUS, that the company will be unveiling a flagship Android smartphone in the second half of 2014. It is likely to be the successor to the ASUS PadFone Infinity.

The original Aurvana Live! headphones were well received by audiophiles looking for a good set of headphones without breaking the bank. We find out if the Aurvana Live! 2 lives up to it's pedigree in our review.

ASUS's PixelMaster camera technology may not sound new, but it is enhanced and improved for the ZenFone series. We compile five things you need to know about the updated PixelMaster feature.

StarHub will charge 4G customers an additional $2.14 per month for the 4G Speed Boost from 1st June 2014.

At an annual subscription rate of S$89, the Office 365 Personal delivers the familiar features of Office in the cloud to subscribers which unlocks user scenarios previously not possible on desktop versions of Office.

Brother has introduced its ScanNCut machine (CM550DX), a new home and hobby cutting machine with built-in 300dpi scanner. Also, the company has launched two special anniversary editions of Hello Kitty home sewing machines, NV980K and GS2786K.

The fingerprint scanner security feature of the newly launched Samsung Galaxy S5 smartphone can be bypassed with a spoofing hack. The hack was demonstrated by researchers from Germany-based Security Research Labs.

Samsung earlier today announced the local pricing and availability of its latest U9000 curved UHD TV, U8500 flat UHD TV, and H8000 curved full HD smart TV. Of course, we've all the details.

The new Samsung digital audio systems include the Wireless Audio Multiroom Speaker, the HW-H751M Wireless Multiroom Soundbar, and the HW-H600 SoundStand.

Beats has a new line-up for 2014, with an update to their Pill speakers, and new wireless versions of their headphones. We dive in to bring you the low-down after the jump.

High-End Intel Z87 Motherboard Shootout

Thecus Expands SMB and Enterprise NAS Line with 10GbE Ready N7710 and N8810U

Biostar Announces Dual Gigabit LAN Motherboards with 6+ Experience

ASUS Launches ZenFone Series in South East Asia, Coming to Singapore in May

HP Announces Z Turbo Drives for Its Z Family Workstations

AMD Rumored to be Teaming Up with Toshiba to Produce SSDs

Logitech Bluetooth Audio Adapter Transforms Your Speakers Into a Wireless Sound System

Verify Safety of Your Online Accounts with McAfee's Heartbleed Checker

HTC Issues Software Update for One (M8), Brings Extreme Power Saving Mode

Sony NWZ-B180 Walkman Delivers 20 Hours of Music Playback

ASUS Chairman: Flagship Smartphone To Launch in Second Half of 2014

Creative Aurvana Live! 2 Headphones - A Welcome Update

Five Things You Need to Know about ASUS's PixelMaster Camera Technology

StarHub to Charge for 4G Speed Boost from 1st June 2014 (Updated)

Microsoft Launches Office 365 Personal in Singapore

Brother Launches ScanNCut and Hello Kitty Home Sewing Machines

Samsung Galaxy S5 Fingerprint Scanner Susceptible to Spoofing Hack

Samsung's Latest Curved UHD and Flat UHD TVs to Hit Stores in May

Samsung Expands Its Lineup of Digital Audio Systems to Boost Your Entertainment Experience

Beats Puts Its 2014 Gadgets on Show