Back at CES 2016, MSI gave us the first look at their new gaming laptop, the GT72S Tobii, which includes an integrated Tobii eye tracking system and some top-end hardware. If you were interested in this particular laptop, it's gone on sale today exclusively through Newegg with a fairly substantial $2,599 price tag.
For this price, you do get a collection of high-end components, including a quad-core Intel Core i7-6820HK CPU with clock speeds up to 3.6 GHz, an Nvidia GeForce GTX 980M GPU with 8 GB of frame buffer, 32 GB of DDR4 memory, a 256 GB solid state drive paired with a 1 TB hard drive, a Blu-ray burner, and a collection of ports that includes USB Type-C.
The list of features doesn't stop there. On top of eye-tracking technology, which allows game characters to "react to your gaze, focus and attention" in supported titles, the GT72S also includes G-Sync variable refresh rate technology, which will enhance the gaming experience on this laptop's 17.3-inch 1080p display. There's also Killer networking and an RGB-backlit SteelSeries keyboard. As the Tech Report notes, the same version of this laptop without eye tracking costs $2,461, so you're essentially paying $138 for the extra tech. It therefore shouldn't surprise you to learn that Tobii sells standalone eye-tracking systems for $140, which, like the laptop, are compatible with games like Assassin's Creed Rogue and Tom Clancy's The Division. Speaking of The Division, the GT72S G Tobii will launch with a bundled copy of the game, which is set for release on March 8th. The laptop itself is currently out of stock on Newegg, but it should be available to back order with more stock to arrive soon.
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George Cox, PC Periodicals 9:02 a.m. MST February 8, 2016 You are in the market for a new computer, but you cannot figure out what to buy. The specs are just a bunch of numbers and letters. Looking at computer specs is like reading another language: CPU, RAM, 4GB, 320GB, i3, i5, Gigabit, 802.11 ... it does not end. Fortunately, I am going to help you out. If you want to know what your computer's parts actually do, read on. Let us start by talking about the CPU, or central processing unit. Most people just call this the processor. The processor is the brain of the computer. It handles the math and logic that keeps everything running. It used to be that a faster processor was better, but multiple-core processors changed the equation. A multi-core processor is just what it sounds like. It is a single processor that has several processor cores. Your computer sees it as multiple processors. The benefit of more cores is better multitasking. Several cores can be working on separate tasks simultaneously. A slower multi-core processor can often do more than a fast single-core processor. The two most common types of multi-core processors are dual-core and quad-core. Dual-core processors have two cores, while quad-core processors have four. However, there are processors with as many as eight or more. Single-core processors are still available, but they are rapidly disappearing. Single-core processors are found on a lot of older computers. If you are buying a new computer, do not buy one that has a single core. Few budget computers offer quad-core processors. A dual-core processor will be fine for general computing. There are two major processor manufacturers: Intel and AMD. AMD has the edge on price, but Intel has better performance. Aside from the processor, you might see information on something called a "chipset." The chipset is the part of the motherboard that helps the processor communicate with everything else. There are several chipsets for every processor. For a budget computer, you do not need to worry about chipsets. Chipsets are more important in high-end desktops and laptops. The graphics card is what processes and sends information to your monitor. There are two types of graphics cards: integrated and discrete. Integrated means the graphic system is built into the motherboard or processor. Both Intel and AMD’s newest processors include graphics. Where integrated graphics used to be a last resort, now it is good enough for most tasks. Integrated graphics can even handle light gaming. Discrete graphics cards are third-party cards added to a computer. They are better for serious gaming, media work and multiple monitors. In a laptop, however, they are not great for battery life. AMD and Nvidia are the two big names in discrete graphics cards. However, they license their chips to other companies such as PNY, ASUS, Diamond and others. Next up is the RAM, which stands for random access memory. It is often just called memory. RAM is a fast, temporary storage space for information you use frequently. Do you ever notice your computer is slow the first time it opens a program, but faster after that? That is because the program is moved to RAM. For any modern computer, you want at least 3-4 gigabytes of RAM. Fortunately, most computers come standard with 4GB of storage these days. If you are doing heavy graphics work or video editing, you will also want more RAM. However, for the average user, that's just money you could spend elsewhere. RAM is temporary storage, but computers have permanent storage, as well. That is the hard drive. There are two types of drives: HDD and SSD. HDD stands for hard disk drive. This is a conventional drive that uses magnets and spinning metal platters to hold and retrieve information. They are cheap and store a lot of information, but tend to break easily. When using this type of drive, I recommend having a bulletproof backup solution like Carbonite to protect your data files from disk drive failure. HDDs are very inexpensive for the size. Most laptops will come with at least a 160GB drive. More are shipping with 500GB drives. Desktops can have 500GB to a 1,000GB or more. Next week I will be discussing more about disk drives and the rest of the components in your computer. Personal Note: On a recent article relating to cybercrimes, I accidently left off material credit to Megan Penn at Malwarebytes. Megan did some wonderful research relating to the cybercrime arena. George Cox is the owner of Computer Diagnostics and Repair in Mesquite. He can be reached at 702-346-4217. Read or Share this story: http://www.thespectrum.com/story/life/features/mesquite/2016/02/08/explaining-techie-computer-terms/79871194/
The New MSI GT72S G Tobii Gaming Laptop Uses Eye-Tracking To Control Games
MSI's new gaming laptop is now available, and offers a new eye-tracking technology that enables users to control their games and even the Windows 10 operating system through their eye movements.(Photo : MSI) MSI has released its new GT72S G Tobii gaming laptop, the first to offer MSI's new eye-tracking technology, which was shown off by the company last month. According to MSI, the computer's eye-tracking tech can be used for controlling games as well as certain aspects of Windows. In fact, to allow users to get acquainted with the new technology, it's shipping with Tom Clancy's The Division, however, the technology can be used with around two dozen other games as well. As its name suggests, eye-tracking technology uses a camera to track the user's eye movements. It is used as a method of gesture control on many devices, basically enabling users to perform certain actions based on specific movements they make with their eyes. For example, with the new laptop, users might be able to zoom in to an object just by looking at it, then pausing the game simply by looking away from the screen. Within Windows 10, users can also log in, zoom, select and open folders and files and so on. "Our eyes will no longer be passive players, they will now direct, command and transport us into the future of PC gaming," said Andy Tung, MSI Pan America President. The laptop is aimed at being able to track eye movements, even when the room is dark, which is enabled by the three dual lens illuminators that are described as being "near infrared." In addition to the eye-tracking technology, the computer offers an Intel Core i7 processor, a color backlit keyboard and Nvidia GeForce GTX 980M. It costs $2,599.99, and the full list of games that support eye-tracking can be seen here. © 2016 Tech Times, All rights reserved. Do not reproduce without permission.
For this price, you do get a collection of high-end components, including a quad-core Intel Core i7-6820HK CPU with clock speeds up to 3.6 GHz, an Nvidia GeForce GTX 980M GPU with 8 GB of frame buffer, 32 GB of DDR4 memory, a 256 GB solid state drive paired with a 1 TB hard drive, a Blu-ray burner, and a collection of ports that includes USB Type-C.
The list of features doesn't stop there. On top of eye-tracking technology, which allows game characters to "react to your gaze, focus and attention" in supported titles, the GT72S also includes G-Sync variable refresh rate technology, which will enhance the gaming experience on this laptop's 17.3-inch 1080p display. There's also Killer networking and an RGB-backlit SteelSeries keyboard. As the Tech Report notes, the same version of this laptop without eye tracking costs $2,461, so you're essentially paying $138 for the extra tech. It therefore shouldn't surprise you to learn that Tobii sells standalone eye-tracking systems for $140, which, like the laptop, are compatible with games like Assassin's Creed Rogue and Tom Clancy's The Division. Speaking of The Division, the GT72S G Tobii will launch with a bundled copy of the game, which is set for release on March 8th. The laptop itself is currently out of stock on Newegg, but it should be available to back order with more stock to arrive soon.Next
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George Cox, PC Periodicals 9:02 a.m. MST February 8, 2016 You are in the market for a new computer, but you cannot figure out what to buy. The specs are just a bunch of numbers and letters. Looking at computer specs is like reading another language: CPU, RAM, 4GB, 320GB, i3, i5, Gigabit, 802.11 ... it does not end. Fortunately, I am going to help you out. If you want to know what your computer's parts actually do, read on. Let us start by talking about the CPU, or central processing unit. Most people just call this the processor. The processor is the brain of the computer. It handles the math and logic that keeps everything running. It used to be that a faster processor was better, but multiple-core processors changed the equation. A multi-core processor is just what it sounds like. It is a single processor that has several processor cores. Your computer sees it as multiple processors. The benefit of more cores is better multitasking. Several cores can be working on separate tasks simultaneously. A slower multi-core processor can often do more than a fast single-core processor. The two most common types of multi-core processors are dual-core and quad-core. Dual-core processors have two cores, while quad-core processors have four. However, there are processors with as many as eight or more. Single-core processors are still available, but they are rapidly disappearing. Single-core processors are found on a lot of older computers. If you are buying a new computer, do not buy one that has a single core. Few budget computers offer quad-core processors. A dual-core processor will be fine for general computing. There are two major processor manufacturers: Intel and AMD. AMD has the edge on price, but Intel has better performance. Aside from the processor, you might see information on something called a "chipset." The chipset is the part of the motherboard that helps the processor communicate with everything else. There are several chipsets for every processor. For a budget computer, you do not need to worry about chipsets. Chipsets are more important in high-end desktops and laptops. The graphics card is what processes and sends information to your monitor. There are two types of graphics cards: integrated and discrete. Integrated means the graphic system is built into the motherboard or processor. Both Intel and AMD’s newest processors include graphics. Where integrated graphics used to be a last resort, now it is good enough for most tasks. Integrated graphics can even handle light gaming. Discrete graphics cards are third-party cards added to a computer. They are better for serious gaming, media work and multiple monitors. In a laptop, however, they are not great for battery life. AMD and Nvidia are the two big names in discrete graphics cards. However, they license their chips to other companies such as PNY, ASUS, Diamond and others. Next up is the RAM, which stands for random access memory. It is often just called memory. RAM is a fast, temporary storage space for information you use frequently. Do you ever notice your computer is slow the first time it opens a program, but faster after that? That is because the program is moved to RAM. For any modern computer, you want at least 3-4 gigabytes of RAM. Fortunately, most computers come standard with 4GB of storage these days. If you are doing heavy graphics work or video editing, you will also want more RAM. However, for the average user, that's just money you could spend elsewhere. RAM is temporary storage, but computers have permanent storage, as well. That is the hard drive. There are two types of drives: HDD and SSD. HDD stands for hard disk drive. This is a conventional drive that uses magnets and spinning metal platters to hold and retrieve information. They are cheap and store a lot of information, but tend to break easily. When using this type of drive, I recommend having a bulletproof backup solution like Carbonite to protect your data files from disk drive failure. HDDs are very inexpensive for the size. Most laptops will come with at least a 160GB drive. More are shipping with 500GB drives. Desktops can have 500GB to a 1,000GB or more. Next week I will be discussing more about disk drives and the rest of the components in your computer. Personal Note: On a recent article relating to cybercrimes, I accidently left off material credit to Megan Penn at Malwarebytes. Megan did some wonderful research relating to the cybercrime arena. George Cox is the owner of Computer Diagnostics and Repair in Mesquite. He can be reached at 702-346-4217. Read or Share this story: http://www.thespectrum.com/story/life/features/mesquite/2016/02/08/explaining-techie-computer-terms/79871194/
The New MSI GT72S G Tobii Gaming Laptop Uses Eye-Tracking To Control Games
MSI's new gaming laptop is now available, and offers a new eye-tracking technology that enables users to control their games and even the Windows 10 operating system through their eye movements.(Photo : MSI) MSI has released its new GT72S G Tobii gaming laptop, the first to offer MSI's new eye-tracking technology, which was shown off by the company last month. According to MSI, the computer's eye-tracking tech can be used for controlling games as well as certain aspects of Windows. In fact, to allow users to get acquainted with the new technology, it's shipping with Tom Clancy's The Division, however, the technology can be used with around two dozen other games as well. As its name suggests, eye-tracking technology uses a camera to track the user's eye movements. It is used as a method of gesture control on many devices, basically enabling users to perform certain actions based on specific movements they make with their eyes. For example, with the new laptop, users might be able to zoom in to an object just by looking at it, then pausing the game simply by looking away from the screen. Within Windows 10, users can also log in, zoom, select and open folders and files and so on. "Our eyes will no longer be passive players, they will now direct, command and transport us into the future of PC gaming," said Andy Tung, MSI Pan America President. The laptop is aimed at being able to track eye movements, even when the room is dark, which is enabled by the three dual lens illuminators that are described as being "near infrared." In addition to the eye-tracking technology, the computer offers an Intel Core i7 processor, a color backlit keyboard and Nvidia GeForce GTX 980M. It costs $2,599.99, and the full list of games that support eye-tracking can be seen here. © 2016 Tech Times, All rights reserved. Do not reproduce without permission.
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