INTEL Q9450 Core 2 Quad Processor Review
HardwareLogic posted a review on the INTEL Q9450 Core 2 Quad Processor

Ever since Intel released their Core 2 Duo line of computer chips, they've been winning the war for processor supremacy. And not only at the high end of the spectrum, their more affordable dual and quad core chips have shown better performance than their AMD competition at similar price points which leaves consumers hard pressed to take the AMD route. With their foot planted firmly on the neck of the competition, the boys in blue are unleashing a killer combo of budget quad cores that make AMD's new Phenom already look dated.

INTEL Q9450 Core 2 Quad Processor Review

AMD Phenom X4 9850: Phenom fixed, but not phenomenal
HEXUS.net takes a look at the B3 stepping of the AMD Phenom X4 9850

AMD's 50-series Phenom processors, complete with B3 stepping, promise to put Phenom back on the map. Is there finally light at the end of the tunnel for AMD's now erratum-free chips?

AMD Phenom X4 9850: Phenom fixed, but not phenomenal



Asus Eee PC 900 Review
bit-tech published a review of Asus Eee PC 900

The Eee PC 900 is an exciting little laptop on the surface but, when you break it down to the basics, it isn't all that dissimilar to the original Eee PC...

...if you haven't got an Eee and you're in the market then this is definitely the cream of the crop right now and if you're looking for a new netbook then we can't recommend the Eee PC 900 enough.

Asus Eee PC 900 Review

ASUS P5E3 Premium WIFI Ap@n Review
Bjorn3D takes a look at the ASUS P5E3 Premium WIFI Ap@n.

Today we at Bjorn3D plan to help you procrastinators out there by providing some useful facts that will help with your decision making dilemma. We will be reviewing the ASUS's top of the line X48 based P5E3 Premium WIFI-AP @n motherboard. We plan to take this review to a new limit by testing the board with both the Intel® Q6600, 65nm processor and the Intel's new X3350 Xeon 45nm Quad core processor which is said to mimic the long awaited, forthcoming 9450 processor in all respects. We will also test the board using the 64 bit version of Vista using both 2GB of high-speed DDR3 as well as 4GB of lower latency DDR3. While this presentation is first and foremost a motherboard review we hope to assist as well in providing data to help you purchase the right accessories to make it shine.

ASUS P5E3 Premium WIFI Ap@n Review

Logitech Z Cinema SRS TruSurround HD USB Speakers Review
Everything USB posted a review on the Logitech Z Cinema SRS TruSurround HD USB Speakers

Everyone knows that nothing can beat the quality of sound that you get from a 5.1 surround system. Unfortunately with the aural bliss comes the headache of cable clutter and space constraints when trying to find a place to put those rear speakers. While the cable clutter is something that everyone can and usually does live with, the lack of space for rear speakers isn't. Featuring SRS TruSurround HD, the Logitech Z Cinema offers surround sound in a 2.1 speaker configuration. Full review in the link.

Logitech Z Cinema SRS TruSurround HD USB Speakers Review

An early look at MSI's P45 and nForce 780a mobos
Bit-Tech published an early look at MSI's P45 Platinum and K9N2 Diamond motherboards

During my recent trip to China and Taiwan, I not only spent time with Intel's executives at the Intel Developer Forum in Shanghai, but also visited several manufacturers in Taiwan on the second leg of my trip.

We've already had brief looks at what Cooler Master, Lian Li and Gigabyte have in the pipeline. Today it's time to look at two soon-to-be-released motherboards from MSI, the P45 Platinum and the K9A2 Diamond.

It will come as no surprise that the former is based on Intel's up and coming P45 chipset, while the latter is based on Nvidia's nForce 780a SLI chipset, whose release is imminent. Before we get onto that board though, let's have a look at the P45 Platinum.

An early look at MSI's P45 and nForce 780a mobos

Intel Core 2 Quad 9300 Processor Review
Legit Reviews posted a review on the Intel Core 2 Quad 9300 Processor

The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 processor is the entry level 45nm quad-core processor from Intel, but that doesn't mean it doesn't perform well! This 45nm quad-core 'Yorkfield' processor is operates at 2.50 GHz with a 1333MHz FSB and 6MB L2 cache. The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 processor should be a decent overclocker as it has a 7.5 multiplier. Just how high can you get the FSB is the question as the multiplier is a bit low to reach much higher than 4GHz.

Intel Core 2 Quad 9300 Processor Review

Huntkey Titan 650W PSU Review
Driven Heaven posted a review on the Intel Core 2 Quad 9300 Processor

While many people might not have heard of HuntKey before, they are currently the largest Chinese switching PSU manufacturer. They design and produce almost every kind of switching power supply currently available, including PC power supplies. Although they are not well known in the US and EU markets yet, their units have slowly been finding their way to store shelves. Today we will take a look at the HK650, a unit HuntKey designed for enthusiasts who want a powerful, yet inexpensive PSU. We will soon see if it's worthy of your time and, most importantly, money.

Huntkey Titan 650W PSU Review

Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop 7000 Review
I4U NEWS reviews the Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop 7000.

Today we are looking at the latest wireless mouse and keyboard desktop set from Microsoft. The set is called the Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop 7000 and features an Aero-esq design.

Setting up the Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop 7000 is dead easy. All you need to do is plug the transceiver in and you are ready to work in a few minutes. The proprietary 2.4GHz technology used by Microsoft claims to frequency hop when it encounters interference and seems to work well. It seems to work well since I had no issues with interference in my testing despite a variety of Bluetooth devices and other wireless items in my home.

Microsoft Wireless Laser Desktop 7000 Review

Fujifilm Finepix Z20fd Review
Hardware Zone posted a review on the Fujifilm Finepix Z20fd

The stylish Fujifilm Finepix Z20d caters to the trend-setting consumer without compromising on its imaging delivery.

Fujifilm Finepix Z20fd Review

Thermaltake Armor+ Case Review
3D Game Man posted a review on the Thermaltake Armor+ Case

The Thermaltake Armor+ Case has tremendous bang for the buck. It's loaded with features but affordable at the same time. There are plenty of drive bays, lots of room to work, removable motherboard tray, unbelievable air circulation, tooless design, and so much more. The only real disadvantage is it's extremely heavy since it's mostly steel. Watch the video to find out more and check out the bloopers at the end.

Thermaltake Armor+ Case Review

MTRON PRO 32GB 2.5 SATA SSD Review
TweakTown posted a review on the MTRON PRO 32GB 2.5” SATA SSD

I recently took the MTRON MOBI 3.5 inch desktop SSD for a test drive and found the performance of the latest SSDs to be breathtaking, but costly. At this time, SSD for the desktop feels like a long way away due to high costs, but there is one market that is adopting the technology at a rapid rate.

The notebook market has been begging for low cost SSD technology for many years, and for the last three they have started to implement the drives into their flagship products. Mid-priced models are starting to see SSD technology in the upgradable options list and the price is coming down.

MTRON PRO 32GB 2.5 SATA SSD Review

CoolerMaster Hyper212 Dual-Fan CPU Cooler Review
Tech ARP posted a review on the CoolerMaster Hyper212 Dual-Fan CPU Cooler

The CoolerMaster Hyper212 is a new heatpipe-based CPU cooler that's compatible with virtually all current Intel and AMD motherboards. It's designed around four heatpipes radiating from a copper base up to a large block of aluminium fins.

What's unique about the Hyper212 is the fact that it's designed to accept two fans for improved performance. The second fan is optional, of course, but is recommended for optimal performance.

For more information and to find out just how cool the CoolerMaster
Hyper212 is, read our Comprehensive Review!

CoolerMaster Hyper212 Dual-Fan CPU Cooler Review

Lamptron LaserLED Review
BurnOutPC.com has just posted their review on some Lamptron LaserLed's

The Lamptron Laser Led's are pretty much the same as your used to by hearing the name Laser Led's. They are simply a row of led's in a black housing. Lamptron has these in a couple of different variations, in different colors and different sizes. They are not pointed dead at you, but they are placed so that it lights up a surface of 180 degrees.

Lamptron LaserLED Review

Sans Digital MobileSTOR MS2UTN+ Review
OCIA.net has posted their review of the Sans Digital MobileSTOR MS2UTN+

Today I have one of Sans Digital's newer enclosures for review, the MobileSTOR MS2UTN+. Utilizing the SIL 5744 chipset, the MobileSTOR offers the typical dual drive configurations such as JBOD, Spanning (BIG), RAID0 and RAID1, but also something I haven't seen before, SAFE33 and SAFE50.

Sans Digital MobileSTOR MS2UTN+ Review

Scythe Kaze Master Fan Controller/Temperature Monitor Review
DreamWare Computers posted a review on the Scythe Kaze Master Fan Controller/Temperature Monitor

Scythe has long been known for their CPU coolers and fans, something they make quite a wide variety of. To accompany this great cooling line, they have now introduced the Kaze Master, a really stylistic looking fan controller and temperature monitor. Coming in two different varieties, a 5.25" model that can control four fans or a 3.5" model that can control two fans. It's time to see if this baby packs more than just good looks!

Scythe Kaze Master Fan Controller/Temperature Monitor Review

Rosewill RX81-CW Enclosure Review
GideonTech.com posted a review on the Rosewill RX81-CW enclosure

Rosewill decided to send over one of their 3.5" USB & eSATA external enclosures for a review. I received the RX81-CW-US-BLK, which you can probably guess from the model name, is black. This unit also comes in a silver version if that's your fancy. Let's see how the hot plugging features of the USB and eSATA work out.

Rosewill RX81-CW Enclosure Review

Silverstonetek TS01B - RFID Protected HDD Enclosure Review
Metku.net took a closer look at Silverstonetek's RFID protected USB 2.5" SATA HDD Enclosure.

As 2,5" laptop drives already range up to 320 GB in storage space, in worst case scenario they can contain virtually endless amounts of classified material that in wrong hands can lead to huge problems. Silverstonetek has come up with a nice product aimed at the markets of secure external hard disks - RFID protected TS01B 2,5" hard disk enclosure.

Silverstonetek TS01B - RFID Protected HDD Enclosure Review

Leadtek 9600 GT SLI reviewed and compared with 9800 GTX
Madshrimps compared two Leadtek 9600 GT video cards in SLI against the Geforce 9800 GTX

With the Geforce 9600 GT pricing reaching new lows, it becomes interesting to see if pairing up two of them can get you more bang for the buck compared to the more expensive Geforce 9800 GTX. In this review we use two Leadtek 9600 GT Extreme cards and run our battery of game tests to find out what performance you can expect.

Leadtek 9600 GT SLI reviewed and compared with 9800 GTX

Microsoft Mobile Memory Mouse Review
Hardware Pacers has posted a review on the Microsoft Mobile Memory Mouse.

Microsoft has developed many hardware products over the years. One of their newest innovations is the Mobile Memory Mouse 8000. This mouse is comfortable, small, and may be one of the most advanced mobility tools available on the market today. With a combination of mobile mouse cursor movement and the ability to store data within the transceiver, this mouse is a top pick for computer users on the go. Another great feature is the ability to continue to work while the mouse is charging.

Microsoft Mobile Memory Mouse Review

Klipsch Image Earphones Review
techPowerUp posted a review on the Klipsch Image Earphones

Klipsch Image is the name of a brand new set of high-end earphones. They feature a radical new design and come with an excessive bundle. Besides being extremely good looking they also have a special sound characteristic that appeals to a large crowd.

Klipsch Image Earphones Review

ATI Catalyst 8.4 Analysis - XP & Vista
TweakTown posted an ATI Catalyst 8.4 Analysis

Another month, another set of Catalyst drivers. Last month we saw some issues with the HD 3870 X2, but hopefully this month we see those problems disappear. There isn’t much in the read me file and the majority of adjustments seem to be related to bug fixes.

With the same test system that we’ve been using for the last few months, we’ll just get straight into it and see what the latest Catalyst release brings us.

ATI Catalyst 8.4 Analysis - XP & Vista

Microsoft Sidewinder Mouse Review
Futurelooks posted a review on the Microsoft Sidewinder Mouse

The Microsoft Sidewinder mouse is made for gamers. It sports features seen in many other so called performance mice, including adjustable weighs, switch on the fly DPI settings, and multiple programmable buttons. The mouse is wired, which is peculiar in this age of wireless…everything. There has been rumblings that this is due to concerns over performance lag experienced in wireless mice by professional gamers. Since Microsoft is quite adamantly trying to target that market - and their followers by proxy - out goes the wireless transmitter in favour of a good ol’ USB cable.

Microsoft Sidewinder Mouse Review

OCZ Vendetta 2 CPU Cooler Review
OCIA.net has posted their review of the OCZ Vendetta 2 CPU Cooler.

OCZ has never been a major player in the CPU cooling industry, but lately they have moved in strong. CES 2007 was their big opening, where they showed off preliminary models of their Cryo-Z phase change cooler, as well as some of their soon-to-be-released air coolers. A little more than a year later now, they have released four air coolers: the
Vanquisher, the Vindicator, the Vendetta, which we reviewed back in November, and the Vendetta 2, which we have for review today..

OCZ Vendetta 2 CPU Cooler Review

Sunbeam Quarterback Review
OCC has published a new review of the Sunbeam Quarterback

When you take the protective plastic off of the Sunbeam Quarterback, you can see that the case is constructed to be very simple by not having too many things going on and just colored using two very simple colors, black and silver, which go very well together. When taking a look at the rear of the Quarterback, you are able to see that it has been constructed like many other cases out on the market. There are the expansion slots at the bottom, while at the top there is the designated place for the power supply and right under this by the rear IO panel is the 120mm fan blowing warm air out of the case. On the main side of the case there is a clear window, which has a single 120mm fan on it, that allows you to see the innards of the system you build in the Quarterback. The fourth side of the case is very simple and plain, which is very common between all cases.

Sunbeam Quarterback Review

Intel Core 2 Duo E7200 - The New Budget Superstar?
Techgage posted a review of Intel's upcoming E7200 value Dual-Core.

At 2.53GHz and $133 USD, the E7200 promises to become the new Dual-Core budget superstar. After taking a hard look at the upcoming offering, we would have to readily agree. Overclocking only sweetens the deal further, with 3.0GHz on stock voltages being more than possible. We have a winner!

Intel Core 2 Duo E7200 - The New Budget Superstar?

Trust Wireless Vista Remote Control Review
InsideHW.com has posted an article about Trust Wireless Vista Remote Control.

We have received a very cute, retro looking remote control. First thing we've noticed on packaging was a domain of purpose; it can be used only for Vista Media Center. You shouldn't be alarmed when you realize that there is no CD with drivers. That's because all drivers that you need are already included with Vista. Beside remote control and receiver you will get USB extension of sufficient length, two mounting strips for receiver, two batteries and manual. Quality of manufacturing case and function keys is very good.

Trust Wireless Vista Remote Control Review

In Win B2 Stealth Bomber Case Review
ThinkComputers.org posted a review on the In Win B2 Stealth Bomber Case

The B2 Stealth Bomber case is really what you might think it is, a case that looks like the B2 Aircraft. The B2 case, like the aircraft is surely an advanced case. This newly released case comes equipped with two eSATA ports, auto-sensing mechanical front door, shock-free railing system, dual fan VGA turbo cooling system, water-cooling friendly, and with a design
inspired by the B2, this case is surely not something your grandma will understand. Read on further and see a video of the mechanical front door in action.

In Win B2 Stealth Bomber Case Review

OCZ Vendetta CPU cooler Review
Elite Bastards posted a review on the OCZ Vendetta CPU cooler

Interestingly, rather than going down the usual route of having a copper base or similar that all of the heatpipes attach to, OCZ have chosen to have the three heatpipes used by the Vendetta make direct contact with the surface of the CPU itself. In theory this should actually improve the transfer of heat away from the processor somewhat, although the design used here does leave ridges rather than a completely smooth surface on the base of the cooler, which can make applying thermal compound tricky - In this case, it's easier to apply the compound to the cooler before installing it rather than spreading it on the CPU itself.

OCZ Vendetta CPU cooler Review

Gigabyte EP35-DS4: DES in Action
Bjorn3D takes a look at the Gigabyte EP35-DS4

Now the current trend is focusing on energy more than ever, regardless whether to cut costs at the end of the month or the simple knowledge that over half of the United State’s energy is produced from coal, therefore lower energy consumption translates into less coal pollution. When many consumers are penny pinching wherever they can, companies like Gigabyte and ASUS have decided to begin marketing energy saving motherboards not to a niche market, but to the masses.

For this article we will put one of these new Gigabyte Dynamic Energy Saver (DES) motherboards to the test with a power hungry Q6600 QuadCore processor. We will see if you can really save power without compromising your computers performance or more importantly its stability. By the end of this review we will find out if DES shows any appreciable value or is just more marketing hype to take advantage of the greener marketplace.

Gigabyte EP35-DS4: DES in Action

Super Talent Pico 8GB Review
DV Hardware has published a review of the small 8GB Pico USB drive from Super Talent.

This month Super Talent added 8GB models to their Pico USB stick lineup, the firm claims these USB sticks are the smallest 8GB USB drives you can buy on the market. There are three different versions of the Pico drive, they are available in capacities from 1GB to 8GB and they all have their very small form factor in common.

Super Talent Pico 8GB Review