SAN FRANCISCO – Reader Tony Moon has been having occasional problems with the Netflix app on his iPad. He writes:

I get inconsistent performance from the Netflix app on my iPad. Sometimes it works great, other times I try to launch a movie, the Netflix play screen appears for a second, and then the video window disappears. I have a strong Wi-Fi connection so I don’t think that’s it. Any ideas?

I’ve experienced the same thing and you’re right, it’s not a Wi-Fi issue–I’ve had Netflix play perfectly when I have just a couple of bars and quit when I have a full complement of bars.

I threw the question out to Twitter and the general consensus is that this is a memory issue. If you clear out the inactive cruft in the iPad’s memory, Netflix should perform as expected.

There are a couple of ways to do this. One is to simply restart the iPad. Doing so flushes the iPad’s memory and cleans things up nicely.

Optionally, you can use an app to free up memory. That app is XZone Software’s $2 XSysInfo. Launch it and you see a lot of information about your device arranged in categories including Usage, Processes, Estimated Work Time, Network, Device Identity, and Tech Specs. We’re interested in the Usage pane where you tap an arrow icon to clear out memory. If you tap the Settings icon you have the option to clean memory when you launch the app.
If Netflix is misbehaving and you don’t care to restart your Mac to flush its memory, it’s worth a shot.

April 5, 2010

International Branding Marketing Inc. (IBMI), the exclusive sales representative of Nanya-Elixir DRAM in the Philippines, has unveiled Nanya Elixir 2GB DDR3 1133 SO-DIMM modules with an integrated heatsink to offer power conscious consumers and gamers a wider variety of notebook memory solutions to choose from.

The Nanya Elixir DDR3 series of unbuffered SO-DIMM modules has been tested on motherboard platforms of all major brand manufacturers and posted excellent performance results. This, according to IBMI, demonstrates the advantages of Elixir memories for users who are specifically looking for DDR3 memory that guarantees the best in terms of stability and compatibility at the same time.

By Luis Anthony G. Oliveros
January 5, 2009

Taiwan-based manufacturer of memory modules and external storage devices Kingmax has released their latest Class 10 SDHC memory cards  featuring waterproof exteriors and fast transfer speeds at a relatively large capacity.

Its writing speed, which clocks in at over 20MB/sec, and a maximum storage capacity of 32GB allows it to be at par with most digital cameras’ full continuous shooting speeds. The Kingmax 32GB Class10 SDHC memory card ensures high resolution (AVCHD) and complies with full HD (1920×1080) picture quality and allows storage of up to 160 minutes of high-def movies, even up to 2,500 pictures in RAW3 format.

Also, the IPX8-compliant waterproof performance easily protects your data from damage, making sure that should you run into an unfortunate dunking accident, your photos and videos would be protected even if your camera faces a slim chance of survival.

Memory maker A-DATA Technology Co., Ltd. has introduced its new XPG Gaming Series DRAM module in DDR2-1066, available in dual channel 2GBx2/1GBx2 and single channel kits up to 2GB. Designed for consumers who want to enhance their gaming ability, the XPG Gaming Series DDR2-1066G DRAM module provide CL6-6-6-18 timing at 2.0V±0.1V for delivering outstanding performance, speed, and gaming experience.

Optimized for the latest gaming platforms, the XPG Gaming Series DDR2-1066G DRAM module delivers the perfect blend of performance, durability, and stability with low power consumption. It is an affordable midrange offering for gamers and professionals that demand the latest DDR2 technology.

The XPG Gaming Series DRAM module line is customized to fulfill gamers’ need of performance, speed, and stability. A-DATA invests not only in quality-checking but also in cooperation with online gaming companies to ensure its XPG Gaming Series DRAM module meets the performance and reliability standards.

The XPG Gaming Series DRAM module is guaranteed to satisfy the needs of the most demanding multiple online gamers and professionals.

Features:
-All memory chips are verified using rigorous criteria for better quality.
-High quality 6 layers PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
-Optimized for 64-bit OS (operating system)*
-Backward compatible with DDR2-800/667/ 533MHz
-Lifetime limited warranty
* 32-bit OS environment has 4GB memory addressing barrier which results in 2.5~3GB memory accessibility.

Specification:
-1GB/2GB single channel and 2GB/4GB dual channel module kits are tested at 1066MHz
-Tested at latency settings 6-6-6-18 at 1.9V-2.1V
-SPD (Serial Presence Detect) programmed at JEDEC standard DDR2-800 with latency settings at 5-5-5-15 for basic system booting

About A-DATA
A-DATA is the world’s second largest vendor of memory modules (DRAMeXchange, July 2007), 2007 Taiwan Top 20 Global Brands as well as Emerging Brand (Interbrand, July 2007). The company’s main product lines include memory modules, Flash memory drives/cards, and multimedia application products. A-DATA’s corporate philosophy emphasizes constant innovation, first-rate quality and superior product performance; its innovative products have led the way in the memory industry. A-DATA products have won many major Taiwanese and international awards, including Germany’s iF Design Award and Reddot Award, Japan’s Good Design Award, TAITRA’s Best Choice Product Award, and Taiwan Excellence Gold Award. To find out more about A-DATA and its products, please visit the A-DATA website at www.adata-group.com and OC.adata.com.tw.