Stocking Stuffers from Data Memory Systems

With the holiday season in full swing, now is the perfect time to start thinking about Secret Santa gifts and thoughtful stocking stuffers for friends, family and colleagues. Data Memory Systems, the computer memory upgrade experts, have a host of low cost present ideas for tech fans which make perfect gifts without breaking the bank.

For students, USB flash drives are a great last-minute stocking stuffer and will be useful the whole year round. Available in sizes from 2GB to 64GB, a handy flash drive makes it easy to transport files, music, images and videos from one machine to another. Great for those who study at the library, friends’ houses or on a laptop and desktop, a flash drive is an invaluable piece of tech gear and slips easily into a Christmas stocking. The 4GB Transcend USB 2.0 Flash Drive is just $8.30 and boasts super fast read / write speeds.

If you know anyone who’s made the mistake of not backing up their files and been made to pay the price with hours of agonizing over corrupted data, an external USB hard drive is sure to be a welcome find under the Christmas tree. The portable Lacie Rikiki High Speed USB 2.0 hard drive can store up to 640GB of data which is ample for saving favourite pictures, sound files and important documents. Plug and Play, it’s priced at just $79.99 and boasts a tough aluminium exterior to protect the drive while also being light enough for easy transportation.

There’s no such thing as too much of a good thing when it comes to memory – perfect for gamers, speed up the computing power of your nearest and dearest with a memory upgrade. Data Memory Systems stocks both Apple memory and PC memory. Prices start from under $10.00.

To find your perfect stocking stuffers for the computer users in your life, visit Data Memory Systems online at http://www.datamemorysystems.com

New Computer Memory Likened To Human Brain Cells

Computers with the same capabilities as the human brain have been prime science-fiction fantasy material for decades. However, what was once thought to be an impossible dream has taken a big step closer to becoming reality with the news that engineers at MIT have successfully created a computer memory chip capable of mimicking the function of a synapse.

A synapse is a space between neurotransmitters and the computer chip’s ability to replicate this function means it may be invaluable for medical research. Researches think that it could potentially be used not just in computers but in devices such as artificial retinas, creating a whole new generation of medical advancement.

The computer memory breakthrough comes as part of a collaborative project between DARPA and IBM. The project was tasked with developing a computer memory chip that could learn and remember in much the same way a human brain does. The chip is unique because when replicating the iron channels in the brain, the chip allows current to flow through it constantly whereas most chips are like a switch with an on/off motion. Scientists have pointed out that with an estimated 100 billion neurons in the brain, the synapse chip is just a very small step on the path to creating a complete artificial brain. However, the existence of the chip means that the reality is a step closer.

Even if you don’t want to do anything as lofty as reproduce a human brain on your home or office computer, computer chip advancements like this have many long term positive benefits for the more common memory upgrades we’re used to.

Where you may now look to purchase an Apple memory upgrade of 1GB to improve your computer’s performance, in future the size, speed and capabilities of standard memory upgrades will likely be much bigger running in to tens or dozens of GB, making your machine a powerful super computer in its own right.

To find out more about memory upgrade solutions from Data Memory Systems and to buy online, visit http://www.datamemorysystems.com

Data Memory Systems Launches New Range Of Solid State Drives

Data Memory Systems, the PC memory and Apple memory specialist, have launched a new line of solid-state drives. The SSDs are now available for purchase in three product lines – the DMS Celerity 3G, the DMS Celerity 6G and the DMS Celerity 6G Plus.

SSDs, officially named solid-state drives, but sometimes known as flash based hard drives, are considered to be the final piece in the PC performance puzzle. They can be thought of as the larger cousin of the flash memory stick and make laptops more viable as total replacements for desktop computers. Whilst SSDs may not fit the criteria of a traditional hard drive as they lack any moving parts, they instead consist of NAND flash memory, using integrated circuits. SSDs use both volatile and non-volatile cache – the former needing to be connected to a power source in order to retain dater, and the latter retaining data even when disconnected from a power source.

There are many other advantages of SSDs, the main one being that they have no moving parts, meaning actuator arm which must seek files to read or write. This makes reading and writing data extremely fast. Mechanical failure is the number one reason why most conventional hard drives crash – the moving parts tend to wear out over time with the heat and constant movement. SSDs are more durable, quieter and cooler, with a much lower failure rate. Experts in the field believe that flash based storage drives will eventually replace the traditional hard drive.

The DMS Celerity range combines quality performance and reliability with low power operation to create the ideal storage drive. Those who use their computers or laptops for gaming purposes will notice an instant upgrade in their read and write rate, while those who use their laptop while travelling will observe extended battery-life. The entire range is built using the SandForce Driven controller, and come with a 3-year warranty. Patented ECC algorithms and RAISE™ technology protect the data written to the drive, with efficient bad block management and reduced write amplification. The overall health of the drive is monitored using a set of S.M.A.R.T. attributes entirely specific to SSDs.

The Celerity range at Data Memory Systems currently starts at $95 for a 40GB DMS Celerity 3G Solid State Drive (SSD), going up to $999 for a 480GB DMS Celerity 6G Plus Solid State Drive (SSD).

To find out more about the new range of memory solutions from Data Memory Systems and to buy online, visit http://www.datamemorysystems.com

How Thailand Floods Are Affecting The Hard Drive Market

With Thailand having been hit by its worst flooding on record, experts are predicting a huge rise in the cost of hard drives. Some of the world's largest hard drive makers (and suppliers to such PC titans as Apple Inc and Dell Inc) – Western Digital Corp, Seagate Technologies Plc and Toshiba Inc – have experienced major disruption as a result of the floods. Western Digital Corp's chief executive, John Coyne, has warned that revenue for this December could fall sharply as a large number of the company's supply factories are located in the worst-hit areas.

The production of hard disk drives is expected to stall for the next few months while Thailand attempts to regain control after the floods. Thailand is the second-largest producer of hard drives after China and, consequently, it is predicted that this problem will reach much further afield than the Far East. Manufacturers have raised their prices by 20% - 40% to help them cope with the backlash of the floods, sending prices for companies and consumers all over the world soaring. Tim Cook, the chief executive of Apple Inc has already stated that he is certain the situation will eventually lead to a industry-wide shortage of hard drives, leading to a knock-on effect for consumers who might want to purchase a computer or laptop of any brand.

During the busy holiday season, laptops and computers, as well as apple memory and PC memory are commonly seen as great gifts, however this quarter could see consumers turning away from purchasing them to give as presents due to their inflated market price. It is hard to predict when the prices will return to normal, as most of the largest suppliers in Thailand have only two months' worth of stock left – once their factories are back up and running it could take many more months for them to deal with the backlog of orders from the time they have been closed.

It is not only the computer giants who will notice the shortage of hard drives – neighborhood computer repair shops in the United States are already struggling to find stock as the last of the inventories are quickly snapped up by bigger suppliers who can afford to pay more and charge more for the products.

Data Memory Systems still has many hard drives in stock. To check availability and order online, visit www.datamemorysystems.com

Buy The iPhone 4S or An Apple Memory Upgrade?

It’s been called the most amazing iPhone yet. It boasts a faster A5 chip, a much improved 8 mega pixel camera and it runs the new iOS5 operating system. But, is the iPhone 4S a worthy investment or would the money earmarked for your cell upgrade be better spent on an Apple memory upgrade?

Even those without an iPhone at the moment are asking themselves, is now the time to make the switch and invest in the new model? Those with an existing phone are also being tempted in their millions, with users the world over taking to social media sites like Twitter and Facebook to debate the pros and cons of upgrading to the new model.

However, as with most new releases, those flushed with success of acquiring one of the new iPhone 4S models as soon as they have become available are reporting a mixed bag of comments, opinions and just whether it is worth upgrading or not. While the Apple iPhone 4S claims to have much better battery life, many users have reported that their power is not lasting as long as they would have hoped, particularly when email functions and social media sites are used frequently.

Anyone who has ever been stuck with an old PC or Mac will be able to relate to the frustration of poor battery life. While a memory upgrade can’t convince the machine to run off its battery longer, a fresh influx of additional Apple memory will make working on a Mac a much more streamlined, quicker and more efficient experience.

For those with an iPhone already, the technical tweaks of the 4S such as improved camera may not have much of a day to day impact – certainly not enough to justify the hundreds of dollars retail price for the handset. But, for less than $20 dollars, an Apple memory upgrade will lead to a noticeable improvement, whether you’re working on a newer MacBook Pro or an older iMac model.

Reasons to upgrade to the iPhone 4S

• Voice activated SIRI personal assistant software
• Dual core A5 chip makes for a better gaming experience if you play games on your iPhone
• The 8MP camera is a step towards Apple’s goal of making point and shoot cameras obsolete, replaced by the ever present cell phone

Reasons to save money and upgrade your Apple memory instead

• Already, iPhone 4S users have complained of poor battery life which means if you use your phone a lot of emails and internet browsing, the power will drain quickly. In this case, improving your existing PC or Apple with a memory upgrade will deliver a much better and more useful return on your investment
• The iPhone 4S is not capable of WiMAX, HSPA or LTE 4G speeds. If speed is of the essence, this may not be the wisest way to spend your money. You’ll be better served sticking with a less expensive phone and setting $20 or so aside to turn your MacBook or PC into a speedier machine
• The iPhone 4S is expensive. It’s available for around $199 in some States but there’s a minimum of $62 tax to add on plus the monthly cost of the voice plan needs to be supplemented with an additional data plan. PC memory upgrades and Apple memory upgrades are available for little more than $10 and will give many of the benefits of the additional iPhone 4S features you’d be purchasing by swapping out your old cell for the newer model for hundreds of dollars less

To find out more about Apple memory from Data Memory Systems and to buy online, visit http://www.datamemorysystems.com

Make The School Year Flash By With Memory Solutions From DMS

Now that the new school year is underway, attention across the country turns to term papers, essays and thesis documents. Completing written assignments, writing presentations and handing in homework are all major milestones on the path towards graduation, whether that be from high school or university. Along with stocking up on notepads, pens and folders, a few strategic additions to computer hardware can make the entire process a little easier.

While you may be desperate to get your hands on the new iPhone 4, investing a much smaller amount in a flash drive can make life much easier and less stressful on a day to day basis. Whether you choose to work from home, the library, a café or a friend’s house, a flash drive makes it easy to save files and work on the go. It can then easily be printed off in school or continued at home.

A flash drive also means it isn’t necessary to carry a laptop or Mac everywhere you go. Files can be stored on the drive, plugged into whichever machine is available and then saved back onto the drive for ease of transportation.

Data Memory Systems, the PC memory and Apple memory specialist, has a range of flash drives in stock for immediate shipping. With a choice of memory sizes and flash drive designs, choosing the right tool to see you through the school year is simply a case of deciding on your budget and picking a memory size. If your major is in music, web design, art or graphic design – or in fact any other course likely to generate large file sizes - the huge capacity and quick read-write speeds of the JetFlash 300 range is sure to fit the bill. Prices are allowance and student budget friendly, starting from just $7.40.

Those keen on style as well as function should check out the super cool 2GB JetFlash T5, a mini flash drive in eye-catching two tone color schemes, priced at just $10.

With the added protection of a metal swivel cap, the Wintec FileMate Swivel USB Flash Drives are high capacity and promise to keep data safe from moisture or wear and tear while on the go. Prices start from just $8.20 for a 4GB drive capable of holding a multitude of files, music, images, photos and videos.

To find out more about USB flash drives from Data Memory Systems and buy online, visit http://www.datamemorysystems.com

New 8GB Samsung DDR3 Computer Memory Upgrade

If you are a student starting back at college or university looking for an upgrade for your computer system, an entrepreneur looking to start up a new business or just a parent looking to give the family computer a significant boost, a new computer memory upgrade could be just what you need. Computer memory upgrades are constantly evolving and changing, with newer models, more intelligent and more capacious than the last batch always arriving. One of the newest upgrades on the market is Samsung’s M471B1G73AH0-CH9 which is an 8MB DDR3-1333 SODIMM now available from Data Memory Systems.

The 8GB innovation from Samsung is compatible with a number of devices, including memory for the 2011 Mac Mini, 2011 MacBook Pro memory and 2010 and 2011 27" i5 and i7 iMacs memory.

The Samsung 8GB memory chip is DDR3, also known as ‘Double Data Rate 3 Synchronous Dram’ and is much faster than its predecessor, DDR2. The newer model can transfer data twice as fast as the older model, allowing much more efficiency than the earlier memory upgrades, although the two are not compatible. The DDR3 model also provides a reduction in power consumption for the growing energy-conscious contingent among us, requiring 30% less power than DDR2 memory. The DDR3 standard allows for 8 gigabit chip capacities, enabling a fantastic maximum memory module size of 16GB. With higher bus rates and higher peak rates than previous versions, DDR3 is proving a hit with computer experts and novices alike.

Data Memory Systems is offering the Samsung 8MB DDR3-1333 SODIMM for just $339.00, with a lifetime advanced replacement warranty and a 30-day money back guarantee if you’re not entirely satisfied with the product. Data Memory Systems pride themselves on dependability and consistency, and so they have an in-house testing lab, examining and assessing components to ensure long-term reliability before they arrive at your door - DMS want you to be happy with your purchase.

With free technical support (no automated machines when you call), Data Memory Systems go above and beyond the demands of customer service to ensure they are the first stop for your PC or Apple memory needs.

DMS’ 20 years of quality and dedicated service pledges to be the first and last word in computer memory, but it is important to ensure that you are purchasing the right product for your model. If you are unsure, the website provides two memory checkers (one for PC and one for Apple) to guarantee that you will get the right upgrade for your device.

To find out more, access memory upgrade guides and to buy the new 8GB Samsung memory chip online now, visit http://www.datamemorysystems.com