SonicBlue RioVolt Review
posted: August 7, 2001 @ 9:34 EDT by: ryan
PCStats has posted up a review fo the SonicBlue RioVolt CD-MP3 Player.
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Keyboard Roundup
posted: August 7, 2001 @ 9:32 EDT by: ryan
Is a keyboard a keyboard? If so, then why are there so many companies
making them? Why are some $20 and others $60? At G3D:Gaming In 3D, they've done a quick budget keyboard roundup featuring 5 keyboards. Check it out:
"I'm not here to enlighten you on why you need a good keyboard, because I know you know the reasons (comfort and key-feel being the primary two). I'm here to help you find which keyboard will give you what you want. Testing consists of build quality, key-feel, typing comfort, and gaming comfort (hand stationary at "W-A-D-S" keys). I've rounded up 5 popular keyboards, all of which can be had for under $20 US"
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Dragon Orb 3 Review
posted: August 7, 2001 @ 9:24 EDT by: ryan
The Dragon Orb 3 is an interesting addition to the Orb line, with it's thick copper base and 7000 RPM 'heat sweeper', the Dragon Orb 3 is a sure winner (Thermaltake did it for the Gipper). A good, affordable option for anyone that wants a solid CPU cooler for their overclocked processor (or if they just want a new CPU cooler). OverclockedCafe has the review:
"Placing the fan over the actual heatsink area of the Dragon Orb 3 , instead of directly on top, seems to help move more heat away from the copper. Maybe due to less of a "dead air" space that can happen when the fan sits directly on top of the heatsink (of course, a 7000 RPM/38 cfm fan helps)."
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Icemat Review
posted: August 6, 2001 @ 12:08 EDT by: ryan
GideonTech.com took a look at the Icemat, a mouse surface unlike any other. Snip:
"The easiest way to clean the Icemat is to use a mild glass cleaner. Don't stick it in the dishwasher, it will break. I used the unit to play a little Counter-Strike. I didn't get more kills or anything, but I did react a lot faster when using the Sniper Rifle. Not sure if that's a good thing, because I still got my ass shot dead. I did notice when you collect some small dust particles underneath your mouse, it creates a very horrid scratching noise on the Icemat. Cleaning the mouse does solve this issue."
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Memory Cooling Kit Rv.
posted: August 6, 2001 @ 12:06 EDT by: ryan
Octools has just posted their review of the Thermaltake's Memory Cooling Kit.
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Soyo K7V Dragon Review
posted: August 6, 2001 @ 12:06 EDT by: ryan
AthlonOC has posted up a a href=""http://www.athlonoc.com/sydragon.php>review of the Soyo K7V dragon. Here's a quick quote:
"Soyo has never really made any real attempts at the hardcore overclocking crowd until now. Take a look at those colors. A black PCB and purple PCI slots. This board is begging to be showcased."
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Samsung MP3 Phone Review
posted: August 6, 2001 @ 12:04 EDT by: ryan
Looking for a new cellular phone that will make you stand out from the crowd? Well, look no further because the Samsung SGH-M100 will surely make you stand out from the rest as it comes with a built-in MP3 player. Probably, the greatest selling factor of the Samsung SGH-M100 would be in in-built MP3 player that offers up to 32MB of flash memory for your MP3 files.
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Iwill KA266 Review
posted: August 6, 2001 @ 12:03 EDT by: ryan
PCStats has posted up a review of the Iwill KA266 DDR motherboard.
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WindowsXP Vs. Linux
posted: August 6, 2001 @ 12:02 EDT by: ryan
SystemLogic.net has posted this weeks A Guru's World column entitled: WindowsXP Vs. Linux Mandrake: Some Aesthetic Observations. It's an aesthetic comparison between WindowsXP and Mandrake. Did WinXP get some crafty ideas from Mandrake. Sure does look like it. The column is a great read, and follows the same humurous format as past A Guru's World columns.
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Duron 950MHz Review
posted: August 6, 2001 @ 11:59 EDT by: ryan
NewsForge is running hardware through its paces under Linux. This time it is AMDs latest low-end (wait, I need to be PC, "Cost Effective") CPU, the Duron 950MHz.
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91st Issue of ZZZ Online
posted: August 5, 2001 @ 3:40 EDT by: ryan
The 91st issue of ZZZ online is out. This issue includes the reports about:
- emotion based computer interface
- self-focusing spectacles
- new image search engine
- bus and tram hybrid
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EPoX EP-8KHA Review
posted: August 5, 2001 @ 3:39 EDT by: ryan
The EPoX EP-8KHA has proven itself as an excellent board with almost no weaknesses and earned hardtechs4u's "Hard Tecs 4U Editor's Choice" award. You may need this article translated.
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Big Cooler Shootout
posted: August 4, 2001 @ 1:08 EDT by: ryan
OČ has posted a new cooler shootout featuring a long list of heatsinks. Besides the Dragon Orb, the new Vantec CCD-6035D and the Thermalright SK6 we also included some unknown heatsinks and one aimed towards the silent pc's out there. Snip:
"The 6030D is the first of two new high performance Vantec heatsinks we're going to discuss today at OČ. This first one is completely made out of aluminum and has a 60mm x 60mm x 25mm 7000rpm fan (with fan grill) as stock fan. The 59mm x 60mm x 27mm alu heatsink has a kind of thin fin design with over 30 thin (1mm) fins. The 6030D measures 66mm x 63mm x 61mm in total which isn't that big at all. The retention clip is superb, you don't need a screwdriver or any other tool to mount it onto your CPU. That's just great! :) There's nothing more to say about this heatsink. Are these new (and improved?) Vantecs even beter than the older ones? Let the figures speak for themselves."
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Dusk Till Dawn Screens
posted: August 4, 2001 @ 1:07 EDT by: ryan
Fresh today on EuroGamer is a batch of eight exclusive new screenshots of From Dusk Till Dawn, snapped from a preview copy of the vampire slaying game.
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Agate Q-Drive Review
posted: August 4, 2001 @ 1:06 EDT by: ryan
DreddNews looked at a small capacity USB storage device, compatible with the PC and MAC. The reviewer doesn't have a whole lot of "good" things to say about the tiny $70 item. Here's a snip from the review:
"Good idea, bad execution...That pretty much sums up my experience with the new Q-Drive provided by CrazyPC for us to review. The unit is a small capacity storage device no bigger than a key fob. Supposedly you just plug it in and go according to company hype. This remains to be seen. We managed to get our hands on the 16mb version. But before we get down to ripping the manufacturer to shreds lets look at some supposed specs."
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SGI 1600SW Flat Panel
posted: August 3, 2001 @ 11:57 EDT by: ryan
HotHardware is easing into the weekend here with a little LCD Display action courtesy of Silicon Graphics. They've checked out the SGI 1600SW LCD with its Super Wide Savvy screen and crisp clean images.
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OCZ Titan3 Review
posted: August 3, 2001 @ 11:51 EDT by: ryan
NeoSeeker managed to get their hands on the OCZ Titan3 GeForce 3 Card from the Overclockers Store.
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Powering a PSU :)
posted: August 3, 2001 @ 11:50 EDT by: ryan
GideonTech.com has just released a mini 1 page guide on powering up an ATX power supply without using a motherboard.
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Pentium 4 1.7GHz Review
posted: August 3, 2001 @ 11:46 EDT by: ryan
SystemLogic.net has taken a look at the Pentium 4 1.7GHz. A bit late with the 1.8GHz out, but still the second highest clocked processor you can purchase.
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We're Being Plagiarized?
posted: August 2, 2001 @ 4:26 EDT by: ryan
Well, it seems that in all their wisdom some low-life in china is atempting to steal all of our content. Check them out at XINOW.com. What do you think I should do about this? LOL they could've at least changed the contact information to their name :)
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Antec SX635 Case Review
posted: August 2, 2001 @ 8:08 EDT by: ryan
VyW has another review up, this time of the Antec SX635 case. This is Antec's new performance series mid-tower with 350W PSU. Here is a quote:
"From the outside, the SX635 looks pretty much identical to the SX830 that many of our readers are familiar with already. The bezel has a built in floppy bay, and then 3 5.25" bays and 1 standard external 3.5" bay. The lower half of the bezel is dominated by the distinctive louvred design that all the SX series case have. The louvres not only look nice but also provide the intake fans with all of the fresh outside air that they need."
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Window Kit Review
posted: August 2, 2001 @ 8:07 EDT by: ryan
Just spent $1700 on that brand new computer, and were handed some beige box? Why not add an acrylic window so you can see what you spent your hard earned cash on? The Tech Zone reviews an easy do-it-yourself window kit from The Cooler Guys.
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USB HDD Enclosure
posted: August 2, 2001 @ 8:07 EDT by: ryan
SystemLogic.net has reviewed the Mapower MAP-63C USB external hard drive enclosure. Zip drives don't hold enough space, and burning CDs takes too long, the Mapower solution allows you to take any 3.5" hard drive, stick in the enclosure, plug into any USB connection, and have that hard drive running.
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Hitachi 21" CRT Review
posted: August 2, 2001 @ 8:06 EDT by: ryan
Hitachi CM828 21 inch CRT Monitor review is up over at PCStats.
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Zalman Heatsink Roundup
posted: August 1, 2001 @ 11:18 EDT by: ryan
GideonTech.com has rounded up 3 of Zalman's most popular heatsinks, the CNPS 2005,3100 and the 5000.
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Antec EasyUSB Review
posted: August 1, 2001 @ 11:16 EDT by: ryan
SystemLogic.net has posted a review of the Antec EasyUSB. The EasyUSB uses a motherboards USB headers to add new USB ports in a 5.25" bay. USB is a standard feature so why aren't front-USB ports a standard feature on todays homebuilt computers? Antec changes that with the EasyUSB.
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Tualatin 1.2GHz Review
posted: August 1, 2001 @ 11:16 EDT by: ryan
The Tualatin is Intel's new Pentium III processor based on the 0.13 micron manufacturing technology. With a smaller die, lower core voltage and a much friendlier packaging, the Tualatin currently offers up to 1.2GHz of processing power. HardwareZone posted up an article on how it compares with the Athlon and Pentium 4.
"The new Intel Tualatin is certainly going to be an interesting extension to Intel's Pentium III line of processors. With performance matching the Athlon, the Tualatin could very well give users a good alternative to using AMD's power hungry Athlon processor. With very low requirements for power (you can still use your old 250W ATX power supply unit) and low heat dissipation (a simple cooler should do the trick), the Tualatin is made for consumers seeking a quick and simple upgrade solution. The drawback is that users are required to change their current motherboard to accomodate the new Tualatin."
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Athlon 1.4GHz Review
posted: August 1, 2001 @ 11:15 EDT by: ryan
NewsForge has posted a review of the Athlon 1.4GHz CPU.
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Samsung DVD-V1000 Review
posted: July 31, 2001 @ 7:55 EDT by: ryan
IANAG has posted a review of the Samsung DVD-V1000. DVD & VCR in one? Here's a taster:
"Another option in the DVD Setup menu worth looking at is something called Dynamic Compression. What it does it is constrains the dynamic range difference between the quietest and loudest passages of a DVD sound track. Basically it makes loud noises quieter and quieter noises louder. This is good if you are trying to watch a movie and someone in another room is trying to sleep. This way you won't have to keep turning it down when things are exploding and turning it back up when people are whispering."
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Asus A7A266 Review
posted: July 31, 2001 @ 7:52 EDT by: ryan
HardOCP has posted up a review of the ALi MagiK 1 powered mainboard, the Asus A7A266.
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Kyro II Speed Mod
posted: July 31, 2001 @ 7:50 EDT by: ryan
The guys over at ProCooling have put up a little article on modifying one's Kyro II based card for more speed. This is a definite fun read, almost gets me ready to take this GF3 and pelt it down:
"After playing around with this card for a while, I started tinkering with overclocking. I quickly learned that the core and the memory speed were locked together at 175/175. This seemed to be a pretty conservative setting. The chip doesn't run too hot, and the memory is spec'd for 5ns (200 mhz) operation. Time to overclock. The highest I was able to achieve was 185/185. Something's wrong!"
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Altec Lansing ATP5
posted: July 31, 2001 @ 7:48 EDT by: ryan
NeoSeeker has posted their own review of the Altec Lansing ATP5s. Here's a bit:
"Altec Lansing has been one of the original multimedia speaker giants, around since almost the dawn of the multimedia speaker age. Throughout their existence, they have come to be trusted by many casual audio enthusiasts and gamers alike. Not so long ago, they introduced their ATP3 set of speakers, a stereo speaker set featuring a unique design flare. Today, we take a look at the ATP4, the 4.1 surround version of the very same series."
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Coolgreen Foldable Keyboard
posted: July 31, 2001 @ 7:47 EDT by: ryan
SystemLogic.net has done a review of the Coolgreen Fold-2000 foldable keyboard. There are some differences with this keyboard than other foldable keyboards. For example it's clear and the letters are printed inside of the material. There was also actual feedback from the keyboard....And for $29, it's quite a steal.
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Max Payne Review
posted: July 30, 2001 @ 7:46 EDT by: ryan
Today's review on EuroGamer takes a tongue-in-cheek look at Max Payne, with Max himself describing his debut adventure in his own inimitable style.
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Apple iBook Review
posted: July 30, 2001 @ 7:46 EDT by: ryan
The new Apple iBook features a PowerPC G3 processor at 500MHz and it comes with all the features that you'll ever need. It is an excellent notebook to help you get started, especially for those of us that are less computer savvy. Instead of getting a full fledge PowerMac or iMac, one could consider an iBook instead as HardwareZone has the review.
"The new iBook comes chock full of features that you will ever need in a notebook. It easily puts some of those brand name Wintel notebook to shame. The iBook that was reviewed sports a PowerPC G3 running at a respectable 500MHz. It comes built-in with a single FireWire, 2 USB ports, a video out port, an AV connector, a 56K modem, a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port and a 8X DVD ROM drive. It is also AirPort ready with a PC-Card slot built-in for an AirPort card as well. The antenna for the AirPort card is built into every iBook. Unfortunately it only has 64MB SDRAM although there are versions that comes standard with 128MB SDRAM."
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