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PlayStation Vita to go on sale at Midnight in 6 Sony Stores

 

The new PlayStation Vita handheld gaming device will not officially be released in stores until February 22nd, but Sony is set to launch sales at its flagship Manhattan Sony Store (550 Madison Ave.) at midnight on February 15th. PlayStation Vita will be released at Sony Stores in six U.S. cities at midnight on February 22nd.

2K Sports to release MLB 2K12 NBA 2K12 Combo Pack for Xbox 360

2K Sports is set to release its MLB 2K12 / NBA 2K12 Combo Pack exclusively for the Xbox 360 on March 6, 2012.  Offering a full retail version of 2K Sports’ new Major League Baseball MLB 2K12, and a full retail version of NBA 2K12 for $69.99, this package is a nice sports gaming bundle.

Developed by 2K Sports Visual Concepts, the MLB 2K12/NBA 2K12 Combo Pack features the latest installment of the company's top-rated and top-selling NBA video game which has already won 26 Sports Game of the Year awards since its October release.

Pink Nintendo 3DS System out for Valentine’s Day

If you're looking for a last minute gadget gift for Valentine's Day today, this Pearl Pink edition Nintendo 3DS hand-held system should put a smile on your loved ones face. Priced at $169.99, the pink Nintendo 3DS device offers all of the features found on the original 3DS system, including augmented-reality features the ability to enjoy games and videos in 3D without the need for special glasses. You also get access to free Wi-Fi service at thousands of locations across the U.S., and built-in social features on the device.

Dell releases Alienware X51 Gaming Desktop PC

 

Dell's new Alienware X51 gaming desktop PC is now available and it is the company's smallest gaming desktop to date. It's designed to deliver 1080p high definition and 3D gaming power for today’s top videogames while also being a space-saving compact PC.

The Alienware X51 features a dual-orientation chassis, and options on the high performance gaming PC include 2nd generation Intel Core i processors, NVIDIA GeForce GT or optional GTX class graphics cards for intense gaming performance, a Blu-Ray disc drive, Wireless-N, HDMI 1.4, two SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports, High-Definition 7.1 Performance Audio and GDDR5 graphics memory.

Starting at $699, the entry-level Alienware X51 configuration features a Core i3 processor, 4GB memory, 1GB NVIDIA GeForce GT 545 graphics, and a 1TB 7,200rpm hard drive.

Logitech Cube mouse and presenter device

Logitech recently unveiled the slick little Logitech Cube, which works as both a mouse and a presenter.  In mouse mode, the Logitech Cube scrolls when you swipe your finger along the main panel, with Logitech’s Flow Scroll software providing a smooth scrolling experience.

If you need to make a presentation, use Logitech Cube as a presenter by lifting it in the air to switch it into presenter mode. According to Logitech, clicking the top of the mouse advances to the next slide, and if you need to go back you turn the mouse over in your hand and click again. The Logitech Cube comes with the tiny Logitech Unifying receiver featuring Logitech Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity.

Sensics Introduces Interactive 3D Goggles

If you're headed to the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, you might want to stop by Sensics' stand, where the company is planning to unveil their SmartGoggles for 3D, 360-degree gaming and entertainment. Watch the video presentation below, and you'll see how cool this system looks. The company says that SmartGoggles contain an embedded processor running Android to run applications in a standalone mode, and apparently these immersive SmartGoggles can be paired with game consoles, smartphones, tablets, or PCs and used as a 3D display.

 

"Sensics' SmartGoggles™ technology powers new gaming and entertainment goggles that are mobile and feature real-time, first-person 360-degree tracking of the hands, adding intelligence, natural interaction, and true portability to goggle designs."

Dell Alienware Aurora Extreme Gaming Desktop PC

Dell is going all-out with the new Alienware Aurora gaming desktop computer, which is described as the company’s most advanced desktop ever for extreme gamers and game developers. Starting at $2,199, the Alienware Aurora desktop systems come loaded with the new Intel Core i7-3000 series six-core CPUs, factory overclocked and liquid cooled, with the Intel X79 Express Chipset, Quad Channel DDR3 memory and the latest SATA technology on board as well.

 

Mario Kart 7 for Nintendo 3DS now on sale

The new Mario Kart 7 game has launched exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS hand-held system in time for Christmas, priced at $39.99.  The game makes use of the capabilities of Nintendo 3DS with access to StreetPass and SpotPass content and the ability to play in full 3D without the need for special glasses. 

Limited-edition Nintendo 3DS bundles make a nice Christmas gift

Two limited-edition Nintendo 3DS bundles are set to go on sale for Holiday gift shoppers this week. The first bundle is packing the new Super Mario 3D Land game and a Flame Red Nintendo 3DS system. The second Nintendo 3DS bundle includes The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D game and a special 25th anniversary limited-edition Cosmo Black Nintendo 3DS system marked with the Hyrule emblem and gold-colored embellishments.

Disney Pixar’s Cars 2: The Video Game released for Nintendo 3DS

Just ahead of the holiday shopping season, Disney Interactive Studios has released Disney Pixar’s Cars 2: The Video Game for the Nintendo 3DS handheld gaming system. Priced at $29.99, Cars 2: The Video Game will take advantage of the stereoscopic 3D display on the Nintendo 3DS, which is pretty impressive.  

The game will take advantage of StreetPass™ communication, allowing players to unlock and share new skins. Multiplayer action with up to four players will also be available.Following the multi-platform release of the critically acclaimed console versions earlier this year, the game joins the latest line of offerings in the beloved franchise. From a spy-driven plotline to international locales and intense racing adventures, the game allows fans to play as their favorite characters including Lightning McQueen, Mater the tow truck, Finn McMissile and others, as they navigate through adventures within C.H.R.O.M.E. (Command Headquarters for Recon Operations and Motorized Espionage).