All articles tagged with #high end
Audio-Technica has released its finest turntable yet, the AT-LPA2, a high-end, fully manual belt-drive turntable made mostly of acrylic with anti-resonance properties, designed for serious audiophiles and featuring a premium $400 cartridge and a floating, transparent design.
The ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero BTF is a high-end AMD Socket AM5 motherboard featuring rear connector support, a cleaner look, and updated features, making it a top choice for enthusiasts, though it requires a compatible BTF case.
The MSI MEG X870E Godlike X Edition is a limited-edition, high-end motherboard celebrating MSI’s 10th anniversary of the Godlike series, featuring top-tier specifications such as support for AMD Ryzen 7000 series, multiple PCIe 5.0 slots, extensive connectivity options, and exclusive features aimed at enthusiasts and collectors.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is a sleek, high-performance Android tablet with a stunning OLED display, upgraded S Pen, and robust features like waterproofing and long-term Android support, making it a top choice in the premium tablet market despite its high price.
Microsoft's upcoming Xbox console is expected to be a premium, high-end device focused on a curated gaming experience, with hints of integrating PC-like features and a dedicated, optimized interface, aiming to differentiate from competitors despite current sales challenges.
The Asus ProArt P16 is a sleek, powerful creator-focused laptop designed to rival the MacBook Pro, featuring up to an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, a 16-inch 4K OLED touchscreen with professional-grade color accuracy, stylus support, and robust connectivity options, all in a lightweight and durable chassis, with pricing ranging from $2,500 to $4,000.
The LG Evo G4 OLED TV offers top-notch picture quality, vibrant and accurate colors, excellent gaming performance, and a user-friendly webOS smart TV platform. Priced at $3,399.99 for the 65-inch model, it competes with the Samsung S95D and stands out for its sleek design, including a table stand, and bright picture. The TV's webOS interface is feature-filled, supporting major streaming services and hands-free Amazon Alexa. With a 4K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and support for HDR formats, the G4 delivers impressive performance, making it the top choice for those seeking the best OLED picture quality.
GPTShop is offering the "Ultimate High-End Desktop" featuring the NVIDIA GH200 Grace Hopper processor, designed for running Large Language Models locally with 576GB to 624GB of memory, dual 2000W power supplies, and expansion options for storage and connectivity. The system claims to deliver high compute performance but may not be fully optimized for the NVIDIA processor yet. Customers can configure the system to their specific use and opt for liquid cooling options for better thermals.
LVMH is targeting a share of the $30 billion luxury watch market with a new watch division and higher-priced models, aiming to capitalize on the growing interest in high-end mechanical watches among millennials and Generation Z. The luxury giant's watch division, which includes brands like TAG Heuer, Hublot, and Zenith, posted $11.8 billion in sales in 2023 and is led by Frederic Arnault. LVMH is focusing on innovation, materials, and designs, with a particular emphasis on women's watches and high-end limited editions, as it seeks to attract the wealthiest consumers and VIP collectors.
Two defendants accused of running high-end brothels in Boston and Virginia will remain in detention following a judge's ruling. Prosecutors presented evidence of large sums of money, detailed ledgers, and instructions given by the alleged leader of the brothel network, Han Lee. The clients of the brothels, which included politicians, business executives, doctors, military members, and government contractors, have not been named. Han Lee concealed over $1 million in proceeds and had impeccable financial and business record keeping, according to prosecutors. The defendants have been charged with conspiring to engage in prostitution.
Samsung is reportedly working on the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, a high-end pair of earbuds set to launch next year. While details about the upcoming earbuds are scarce, improvements in sound quality, noise cancellation, and battery life can be expected. The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro may be released alongside the next Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip devices.
Federal prosecutors have announced the bust of a high-end brothel network operating in Greater Boston and eastern Virginia, catering to elected officials, doctors, military officers, and more. The brothel operated as a secretive and exclusive club, offering predominantly Asian women and services at luxury apartments. Three individuals have been arrested and charged with prostitution offenses. While the identities of the clients have not been disclosed, authorities have indicated that elected officials were among them. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities believe there may be hundreds more unidentified customers.
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the arrest of three individuals involved in operating a "high-end brothel network" in Massachusetts and Virginia. The clientele of the brothel network reportedly included elected officials, military officers, and government contractors with security clearances. The individuals transported women and advertised them online for pre-approved clients to choose from through various websites. The investigation is still ongoing, and multiple search warrants are being executed in Massachusetts, California, and Virginia.
Federal prosecutors have announced the arrest of three individuals in connection with a network of high-end brothels operating in greater Boston and eastern Virginia. The brothels allegedly provided sex for pay to a wide range of clientele, including elected officials, high-tech and pharmaceutical executives, military officers, government contractors with security clearances, professors, and more. The brothels required interested buyers to provide employer information and references before booking sessions with prostitutes, charging customers between $350 and $600 per hour. The investigation is ongoing, with potentially hundreds of yet-to-be-identified customers.
Three individuals have been arrested for operating a sophisticated high-end brothel network in greater Boston and eastern Virginia. The defendants allegedly established multiple brothels in different states, primarily targeting Asian women, and used websites to advertise their services. They rented high-end apartment complexes as brothel locations, coordinated women's travel, and communicated with clients through text messages. The defendants charged premium prices for appointments, ranging from $350 to $600 per hour, and concealed the proceeds through cash deposits and money orders. The investigation has identified a wide range of buyers, including elected officials, high tech executives, doctors, military officers, and government contractors. The defendants have been charged with conspiracy to coerce and entice individuals to engage in illegal sexual activity, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison.