NZXT Phantom Case Review

For most people a computer case is a nondescript box that houses their computer components. It accumulates dust under their desks, and the only time they pay attention to it is when they are hunting for a port to plug in their USB drive. There are a few cases however that make a statement. They go above and beyond to make installation as easy as possible. They provide extra mounts for different sized fans. They provide tool-less installation and extra space for those large graphics cards. The NZXT Phantom manages all of this and more while wrapping it in a sleek angular case.

Today I’ve got a quick review of a small mouse pad direct from Japan. The company that sent this to me for review is called Grow Up Japan and they’re trying to get into the US market with their products. Recently they were at Quakcon and some of the professional gamers used their pads, and were very happy with them. Today I have one that is called the Artisan Classic, and it’s new, it’s actually not even on their English language site yet. The pad is small, but it’s well made and it works very well, the surface is cloth but it offers vey little resistance allowing your mouse to just glide across it.

The NX10 is Samsung's entry into the mirror less interchangeable lens camera (ILC) market

More and more companies are certainly getting on the SuperSpeed flash drive train! The latest to bring out a USB 3.0 equipped flash drive is Kingston with their Data Traveler Ultimate 3.0 model. On paper, this flash drive's 80MB/s read and 60MB/s write specifications are a little on the low side, though it still eons better than the previous generation Data Traveler. As with most things paper and reality can be completely different, so how does this drive REALLY compare to some other USB 3.0 flash drives? Read on to find in my full review.

The Verdict:
While not the fastest USB 3.0 flash drive I have seen, it is still a very tempting little drive with a killer warranty and enough speed to satisfy most customer's needs. If you are the kind of person who doesn't mind giving up some read speed for longevity, then the Kingston Data Traveler Ultimate 3.0 may just be right up your alley.

The Good:
+ Stylish good looks in a retro chic kinda way
+ Decent read performance with good write performance
+ LED indicator is not annoyingly bright
+ Great 5 year warranty
+ No software needed to get the most from it
+ Uses default MS drivers
+ Y adapter included for increased compatibility with USB 2.0 systems

The Bad:
- Pricey for the speed it offers
- May block USB ports to either side of it
- Requires USB 3.0 to get the most from it
- Will more than likely NEED the Y adapter for hassle-free USB 2.0 connectivity

Firaxis' latest Civilization game came out a couple of weeks ago and was greeted by some rave reviews, but at the same time, there were some mixed-reactions to it amongst long-time fans. Me? I've never touched a Civilization game before, so here's a fresh perspective... one I had to write while taking a break from the game!

Today we are taking a look at the Crucial Ballistix Tracer 4GB DDR3 1333MHz memory module kit. This particular memory runs at a speed of 1333MHz whilst maintaining tight timings of 6-6-6-20 running at 1.8v. This memory is favoured generally for its headroom space for overclocking and it's novel features, including the patented tracer LED's on top of the modules.

The Icy Dock MB994SP-4S can hold up to four 2.5" drives in a single 5.25" drive bay. Whether it is low power SSD drives or high RPM platter 2.5" drives, the Icy Dock MB994SP-4S can keep the thermal working environment within optimal levels using a pair of 40mm rear exhaust fans. Using Icy Dock's EZ Slide mini tray, swapping drives in or out of the MB994SP-4S Quad Bay 2.5" SATA Mobile Rack or other compatible Icy Dock enclosures is a simple, hassle-free process.

Asus have finally released the Sabertooth in Europe. How is it?

Back on April 12 2010 a new company named BitFenix was formed. Striving to bring truly innovative products to the scene, BitFenix is a very interesting brand - Gigabyte have already shown great interest in the brand. With such strong competition in the market, particularly in the chassis category they are certainly brave.

Today we will be looking at the first product to launch from BitFenix. A full tower case called the Colossus. The Colossus focuses on expandability and cable management by offering a variety of options from within. Available in two colours, I have the white variant today and I will be honest with you - I've been looking forward to getting my hands on the Colossus since its release. It looks very interesting.