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Sapphire HD 2900XT 512MB Preview |
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Aug 13, 2007 at 06:03 PM |
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 There is no R600 Linux driver yet, but as we have shared before it is coming later this year. When the Linux support does arrive, we will be delivering same-day Linux benchmarks with a plethora of different graphics cards as well as seeing if the new AMD Linux driver can finally outperform NVIDIA's binary driver and hardware, which for years has been faster under Linux.
Among the many graphics cards that we will be using to deliver these initial benchmarks is the Sapphire Radeon HD 2900XT 512MB. In this preview while being stuck with the old driver, we have a few words to say on Sapphire's fastest 512MB GPU aside from what we had shared in our launch-day Radeon HD 2900XT coverage. Read More >> Write Comment (1 comments) |
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X-Micro X-VDO MP4 F610 Video Player Review |
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Aug 13, 2007 at 06:00 PM |
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 Need an MP3 player? Take your pick. Need an MP3 player that offers video playback, a built-in FM tuner, audio recording functions, abundant storage space, and photo viewing capabilities? Enter the X-Micro X-VDO MP4 F610 Music Video Player. Not only does the F610 offer all of these features, but it packs them into an ultra-portable, sleek, lightweight device!
The F610 is X-Micro's latest addition to their growing line of portable MP3 players. And just like other competing manufacturers, X-Micro looks to shake things up a bit by packing in features and expanding on innovative ideas. So what makes the F610 Music Video Player so special? Let's take a look! Read More >> Write Comment (1 comments) |
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Nexus 120mm Silent Case Fan Review |
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Aug 13, 2007 at 05:50 PM |
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 When putting together or upgrading a system, smaller parts are often neglected - the heatsinks, coolers, fans, and various other accessories. However, a solid, impressive custom PC is the sum of its parts and more than just a fancy video card and processor with a million cores.
Today we'll be taking a look at Nexus' quiet computing fan option. Read More >> Write Comment (2 comments) |
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Antec NP-100 notebook power adapter review |
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Aug 13, 2007 at 05:43 PM |
 Notebook makers generally ask a lot of money for replacements so you may end up spending a lot less money by buying the NP-100. Not only will it be cheaper, but you'll also be able to use this adapter for other notebook you buy in the future and the NP-100 may be able to charge your battery faster and more efficient. Write Comment (0 comments) |
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SilverStone NT06-Lite CPU Cooler - Reviewed |
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Aug 13, 2007 at 05:42 PM |
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 One of the most critical components any PC enthusiast can drop some cash on is a decent CPU cooler. Whether you pick air or water cooling, a heatsink can make or break your CPU’s performance and longevity.
One unique heatsink on the market right now is Silverstone’s NT06-Lite. This CPU cooler is designed to be used in Small Form Factor systems without a fan. But, users also have the option to install any 120mm fan on it for improved performance. Let’s see if this all aluminum and copper wonder can fit the bill in our LGA775 system. Read More >>
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Asus Blitz Formula and Extreme P35 Motherboards |
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Written by tornado
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Aug 13, 2007 at 11:30 AM |
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If you're a PC hardware enthusiast - and chances are pretty good that you are if you're reading HotHardware - Asus is a company that needs no introduction. Asus' track record for building quality products targeted squarely at power users is well known and documented, so we'll forego the history lesson here and get right to the point. A couple of motherboards recently landed in the lab that filled a large void in the marketplace. Just after the introduction of Intel's new Core 2 Duo and Extreme processors with 1333MHz front side bus frequencies, if you wanted a motherboard that officially supported one of the new CPUs, that also had a balanced (and flexible) PCI Express lane configuration for better multi-GPU CrossFire support, you were basically up a creek. More Write Comment (0 comments) |
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Kingston HyperX PC3-11000 DDR3 Memory Review |
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Written by tornado
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Aug 13, 2007 at 11:19 AM |
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A few days ago, I had the pleasure of testing out one of Kingston's Value RAM 2x1GB Kits which presented a good basic benchmark and test result of what DDR3 holds in store for the newest Intel based systems. Most of the Intel support surrounds the motherboards and memory modules that support the 1333MHz FSB processors which are out now. While there is really nothing wrong with the 1066MHz Core 2 Duo processors still on many of the shelves, the newer processor has just as much, if not better, a chance of continuing to impress in terms of performance and overclocking. More Write Comment (0 comments) |
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Intel P35 Motherboards - Five In The Pit |
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Written by tornado
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Aug 13, 2007 at 10:07 AM |
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The P35 has been given the all clear and is designed to run with the new 1333MHz FSB CPUs, P35 based boards are hitting the shelves. Today we have five on offer, each from a different company. The purpose is of course to see what is on offer, what is worth your money and who has the best features. Gigabyte, ASUS, ABIT, Foxconn and ECS put their mid-range boards on the chopping block for us, so let’s get stuck into this. More Write Comment (0 comments) |
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Intel Core 2 Duo E2160 vs E6300: Budget CPU Comparison |
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Written by Administrator
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Aug 10, 2007 at 06:11 PM |
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Last year Intel gave us the Core 2 Duo, a competitively priced CPU with very acceptable prices for the low and mid-range. This year Intel introduced newer models from low to high end, we take a look at the new low priced E2160 model which has less L2 cache but higher multiplier and compare it with the low end part from last year, the E6300. Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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eVGA 650i Ultra Motherboard Review |
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Aug 10, 2007 at 06:08 PM |
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While already a major force in the graphics market, eVGA also
produces some fantastic motherboards (their 680i Series of boards are among our favorites). Today HL looks at eVGA's newest offering, the 650i Ultra. Those of you in the market for a board that won't break the bank while offering performance worthy of your new Core 2 Duo processor should definitely check this review out. Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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Insignia NS-LCD37 37-inch LCD HDTV - Reviewed |
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Written by Administrator
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Aug 10, 2007 at 06:05 PM |
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 If you are looking to get yourself a HDTV set before Football season kicks off, but you dont want to spend lots of cash the Insignia 37 HDTV is a great choice with a low price and good picture quality.
The native resolution is 1366 x 768 with a 16:9 aspect ratio. The brightness of the display is 500 cd/m2 and the contrast ratio is 1000:1 A 3D Y/C comb filter is included for better picture quality. Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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Saitek X52 Pro Flight Control System |
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Aug 10, 2007 at 05:47 PM |
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 I know I am guilty of it. You think, "well for games with flying scenarios in them, all I need is my mouse or maybe a cheap joystick", right?
Yeah, that's what I thought too, until I got my hands on the Saitek X52 Pro Flight Control System. Like the popular X52, the Pro is an upgrade to the already proven platform that precedes it. The Pro takes all the best features of the X52 and better engineering to make the upgrade to what Saitek calls, "The most fully integrated PC Flight Control System". Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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IDE To SATA Bi-Directional Converter from Brando WorkShop |
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Written by Administrator
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Aug 10, 2007 at 05:24 PM |
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 So do you have a couple older IDE drives floating around that aren't getting much use because you got new, faster SATA drives?
Well you could sell them off or maybe use them for backups, after all they are slower and pretty much outdated right? Well hold on right there, today for review I've got a cool little product from Brando WorkShop that can turn your IDE drive into a speedy SATA drive and add a bit more life to those drives... Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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X-Arcade's Tankstick Put to the Test |
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Aug 10, 2007 at 05:21 PM |
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 Do you remember the original Transformers, He-Man, or G.I. Joe? Do you relate to the Goonies? If so, then congratulate yourself for growing up in the 80s. You probably begged your dad to give you your meager allowance in quarters so that you could blow it all at the local arcade.
Those blocky-pixel days of yore may be gone, but there really was nothing like hanging out in the arcade. Massively multiplayer games back then consisted of games that supported FOUR players at the same time! (like Gauntlet or many Capcom fighters)
The newest addition to Xgaming's award-winning lineup remains faithful to it's arcadian ancestry and injects the most complete and authentic home arcade gaming experience into your home. Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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PhysX in GRAW 2 - Reviewed |
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Aug 10, 2007 at 05:05 PM |
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 Around a year and a half after their original release, PhysX cards still cause much controversy when discussion about them begins. They have the usual fanboys and skeptics and all those in between.
No one can deny however, that there hasn't been many games that really utilize the PhysX PPU (Cell Factor is perhaps the only one) and shows off what the technology can really do. Now Ubisoft have released their second game to support PhysX, Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 (GRAW 2). With a special level and extra effects for those with Ageia's cards, will this game make it worth buying one? Read on to find out. Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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Written by Administrator
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Aug 10, 2007 at 04:41 PM |
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 After so many years, there is still no clear evidence that using a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) is any better than just an old-fashioned paper organizer.
Or is there? I'm sure many of you have contemplated whether it was worth buying a PDA or if it was better for you to just to stick to your Franklin Covey. Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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Written by Administrator
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Aug 10, 2007 at 04:39 PM |
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 The iPhone is a marvelous re-imagining of the smartphone. It is evolutionary and revolutionary at the same time. However, it is also very easily broken. It is probably more fragile than most smartphones on the market.
One accidental slip from a decent height and it could be game over for your $550-$650 investment. Unlike most cell phones, AT&T does not provide any insurance on this phone, so care for the iPhone is not just a precaution but a necessity. Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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ASRock ConRoe1333-DVI/H Motherboard Review |
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Aug 10, 2007 at 04:12 PM |
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Last month we looked at the ALiveNF7G-HDReady from ASRock, which was a great budget motherboard that had integrated NVIDIA GeForce 7050 graphics that made it suitable for an HTPC or multimedia setup and it came topped with Gigabit LAN support and IEEE-1394 Firewire. We are back with ASRock today as we look at their ConRoe1333-DVI/H motherboard. ASRock's ConRoe1333-DVI/H is based on Intel's 945G Chipset and is compatible with Intel 1333MHz Core 2 Duo processors, uses GMA 950 graphics, and is home to many more features. Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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Systems Beverage Chiller, PCI Cooling Booster, and RAM Fan - Reviewed |
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Aug 10, 2007 at 04:27 PM |
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 The Coolit RAM Fan and PCI Cooling Booster both are geared toward cooling PCI cards and system memory, while the Beverage Chiller is aimed at folks who want to keep their drinks ice cold while working at their computers for hours at a time.
Let's take a quick look at these three accessories, and see if they truly do provide the solutions users are looking for. Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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XtremeMac HDMI Switcher - Reviewed |
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Aug 10, 2007 at 04:09 PM |
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 So, you've got an HDTV with just one or two HDMI ports, but you've got that high definition satellite set-top box, you've got that glossy wonder known as Apple TV, you bought yourself an HD DVD player in preparation for your new home theater experience, and you're itching to get in on some Virtua Fighter 5 or Resistance: Fall of Man.
But you don't want to have to crawl behind your TV each time you want to switch sources. Well, that's where this lovingly simple solution comes into play. The XtremeHD HDMI Switcher from XtremeMac is simplicity itself. It swallows up to four HDMI sources and spits out a single HDMI cable that you can connect to your HDTV. There's no strange configuration to consider, no software to setup. Just plug it in and it's good to go. Read More >> Write Comment (0 comments) |
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