 Pinnacle movieBox Ultimate Review
Friday, October 03, 2008
In the world of independent film makers, there are several different paintbrushes to be used before your masterpiece is complete. The hard drive or film that goes in your camera has to be of the highest quality, the camera needs to have optimal performance with a quality lens, and when you are editing your video you need the best hardware and software to capture the video from your camera and edit it to perfection. For the technically-minded film maker in us, Pinnacle has given us another paintbrush to make help make that masterpiece come to life.
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 Why the PSP is Better than iPhone
Thursday, October 02, 2008
We all know that the iPhone has a lot of features, but does it do them all well? I still carry around several gadgets, simply because they all do their specific tasks better than any all-in-one device. Now the Apple Advertising Phalus is trying to make me believe that the iPhone is a worthy gaming device?
It is my belief that the PSP is the most superior portable gaming device, across all markets. Here are my Top 8 Reasons why every self-respecting gamer should have a PSP, regardless of what other portable devices you have.
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 How to fix your Hard Drive when Vista Won't Boot
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
Hard drives go wonky. It has happened to the best of us. You boot your shiny new Vista computer, and you get hard drive errors along with a message that says "Cannot find STUPIDDRIVER.SYS". Windows will not boot, and you're in a panic. You cannot even get into Safe Mode to run a disk scan. You really don't want to have to reinstall the operating system. So, what do you do?
Fortunately you can fix your Vista system and run a disk scan with nothing more than Vista's Boot DVD.
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 Nova Master 8000dpi Professional Mousepad Review
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
If you attend a lot of LAN parties, then you no doubt have seen all of the "professional-grade" mousepads. Products from Razer and SteelSeries are common at these gatherings, where bragging rights are only as good as your equipment. More companies are getting in on this action, offering new products to keep the gamer in your satisfied. Nova is a new company offering several different gaming-grade mousepads, and we are reviewing their Master mousing surface, which boasts an accuracy of 8000dpi.
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 Verbatim PhotoSave DVD Review
Friday, September 26, 2008
How many pictures does the average Joe or Jane have on their computer? With the ease of use and availability of today's digital cameras, people are snapping and storing like there's no tomorrow. You can easily fill up a hard drive in no time with pictures of your family, friends, vacation, wedding, the honeymoon. Well, maybe not the honeymoon. But if you do, please send me an example.
Verbatim has created the PhotoSave DVD. Verbatim’s PhotoSave DVD allows you to quickly backup and archive up to 2,000* photos stored on your PC or digital camera.
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Foxconn Digital Life ELA P45 Motherboard Review
Legit Reviews ::
The Foxconn Digital Life ELA isn't an overclocking board but it has an overclocking board price. Priced at $240 on Newegg, this board is competing against boards such as the Gigabyte EP45-DQ6 and Asus P5Q Deluxe, both far superior overclocking boards. If the board were priced around $150 to $170 it would make more sense. Another route would have been to make it an mATX format to cater to the HTPC enthusiast..."
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FSP Group Everest 80PLUS 700 Watt PSU
Techware Labs ::
Today Mike takes a look at the FSP Everest 700 Watt Power Supply. We have high expectations of the Everest since FSP has such a good record for quality and performance. Join Mike as he climbs the voltage mountain to test the Everest 700 Watt PSU attempting to become a legend.
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Modders-Inc Podcast with Razer
Modders Inc ::
Modders-Inc.com talks to Tania from Razer about PAX08, their modding contest, the Razer Cult and about their current and new products. It was nice to hear that they do read what people say about their products and use that to help make them better. Plus a little bonus track at the end of the podcast.
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NZXT Guardian 921 Mid Tower Case Review
Think Computers ::
“The latest addition to the NZXT Crafted Series is sure to attract many in the gaming culture. The NZXT Guardian 921 is similar in design to the original Guardian case with a more futuristic and sleeker look. The case comes available in high gloss black and comes equipped with three 120mm fans, two of which have a blue LED. I used to see the NZXT Guardian multiple times at LAN parties and I think with the sleek redesign I think I'll start to see the NZXT Guardian 921 more this winter LAN season."
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Lian Li Tyr PC-X2000 case review
Every industry has its few elite companies that offer products at a considerable price premium for those that can afford them. In the computer case industry there's only a handful of names that fit this category. Since the early days of case modding and shiny silver brushed aluminum, Lian Li cases have existed.
Most recently Lian Li has unleashed a number of new and exciting looking cases like the Tyr PC-X2000 that we are reviewing today. The Tyr is a full tower gaming/HTPC case that represents one of Lian Li's flagship offerings at the moment. Measuring an impressive 68cm (26in) tall and wrapped in black aluminum, this new case comes at a suggested retail price of $590, that's right almost $600.
But despite of the hefty price tag, the Lian Li Tyr PC-X2000 remains a stunning looking case that is further enhanced by its unique and innovative design.
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Thermaltake Spedo Advance Chassis (VI90001W2Z) Review
Xtreme Computing ::
"Well while there are still exposed parts of the wiring
visible, the end result makes the back of the case much look cleaner.
It’s a mute point really, as no-one generally cares what the underside
of your mobo tray looks like. But I suppose it does do what it was
meant to."
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Arctic Cooling Freezer XTREME CPU Cooler
Tweak Town ::
Swiss Engineering, Rolex, Army Knives, Arctic Cooling? All of these companies make a play on their Swiss heritage, but only one can be considered true value. Arctic Cooling has mesmerized with their products released in 2008, starting with their Freezer XTREME line of VGA coolers. Not only were the two samples sent over last year worthy of a rave review, but the price was in some cases half that of lesser performing VGA coolers.
Arctic Cooling is back at it with another XTREME product, this time for the CPU. The new Arctic Cooling Freezer XTREME is closely linked to the VGA cooler line and design characteristics are shared between the two; mainly a large surface area to dissipate heat. The Xtra large Freezer XTREME uses four heatpipes to channel heat from the processor to a very large area of oversized cooling fins. If you have seen the VGA cooler line, this sounds and looks familiar."
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Antec Twelve Hundred Gaming Case
Benchmark Reviews ::
Antec has had great success in the computer enclosure market with several great designs ranging from mild to wild. Unless you've been living under a rock somewhere you should be familiar with one of their latter, the Antec 900, labeled as the Ultimate Gaming Case. In this article Benchmark Reviews will examine the anticipated successor; the Antec Twelve Hundred... The Unbeatable Gaming Case. With six bright LED fans and enough size to park a small hybrid car inside, could the Antec 1200 be unbeatable?
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Arctic Cooling Accelero S1/S2 Turbo Module Review
Tweaknews ::
"Arctic Cooling's Turbo Module fan kit may not be the most attractive product to come down the pike, but when combined with the excellent Accelero passive cooler, you'll have a very nearly silent VGA cooler with excellent performance at a very affordable price."
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Corsair HX520W Review
Overclockers Club ::
"I would highly recommend the Corsair HX520W to anyone considering mid-range graphics cards in SLI or Crossfire but perhaps it's a little underpowered for the serious gamer/overclocker. The Corsair HX520W is Nvidia certified for up to, but not including, the 7800GTX and is listed on the Nvidia website in the "For all other SLI configurations" section. This will no doubt put the majority of gamers considering an SLI or Crossfire setup off this power supply but if you require one for an Internet, office and single graphics card PC then look no further, the Corsair HX520W would be a wise choice."
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Dark Sector Ps3 game
PC FRAGS ::
In a change to our normal PC Hardware reviews, PC Freaks & Geeks have
decided to mix things up a little and have recently teamed up with a
company called Body1.co.uk to bring you some exciting previews/reviews
on the latest PS3 games to hit the market. Up for a long over due
review/preview today is the third-person shooter Dark Sector, aptly
described as being a cross-between GOW and Resident Evil 4, will this
be one of those games you just can't walk away from until completion?
Or should we look elsewhere for a frag fest? As ever, our review
should provide us with the answers to these questions...
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16 reasons why iPhone is better than PSP
OSX Reality ::
"Just a few months ago no one really saw the iPhone as a gaming device, with the launch of the App Store things have changed, and here are 16 reasons why you may want to pick up an iPhone instead of a PSP as your next portable gaming device."
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BioShock® for PLAYSTATION®3 System Goes Gold
2K Games announced today that BioShock for PLAYSTATION3 computer entertainment system has gone gold and will be available at retailers across North America on October 21 and internationally on October 17. Additionally, PLAYSTATION 3 system owners will be able to experience their first foray into Rapture with the release of the playable demo, available for free download from the PlayStationNetwork starting Thursday, October 2.
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NSFW: RISE OF THE ARGONAUTS "GOD OF PHWOAR" UNVEILED
Codemasters and FRONT Magazine team up for stunning new Rise Of The Argonauts imagery, featuring Alex Sim-Wise, former Cyber Girl of the Year
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AC/DC Track Pack for Rock Band
AC/DC comes exclusively to Rock Band beginning this November for the worldwide release of AC/DC LIVE: Rock Band Track Pack by Harmonix, the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a part of Viacom’s MTV Networks, (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B). This exclusive deal with Columbia Records and AC/DC marks the first time ever the band has included an entire album for video game play, with 18 live tracks from their prolific live performances becoming available in one electrifying, standalone game. The AC/DC LIVE: Rock Band Track Pack allows players to experience this amazing set list with Rock Band, Rock Band 2 or other compatible music game peripherals. Full of the band’s classic songs, the game will be available this November in the US and throughout Europe, Australia and New Zealand beginning in early December.
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC PANDA TO INCLUDE BONUS DVD
“National Geographic Panda delivers on the promise to provide engaging and informative content for which National Geographic is known for,” said Todd Thorson, director of marketing and public relations for NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. “Secrets of the Wild Panda and in-game National Geographic articles give National Geographic Panda a substantial added value on top of an already terrific game.”
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Point of View teams up with Philips amBX and Ubisoft for a unique PC gaming bundle
POINT OF VIEW, well known for its range of NVIDIA-based graphics cards, today announced the release of the Point of View / Philips amBX / Ubisoft bundle, containing the Philips amBX ProGamer kit and a full version of Ubisoft’s award-winning PC game, Brother in Arms: Hell’s Highway, powered by a Point of View GeForce graphics card.
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How to Play: Dig Into Master of the Monster Lair
The first step in mastering your skills and protecting South Arc from hordes of monsters is to understand the resources at your disposal. The citizens of South Arc are more than willing to help you with your quest. Most of the villagers own shops and, despite your working to save their lives from monsters, are totally willing to charge you a small fee for their services. These shops, along with some friends and local landmarks, will be the key to your success. Come, learn about the special town of South Arc.
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Prepare for an Out of This World Battle in War World on Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday
This Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at 9 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT) gamers will have the opportunity to hone their war fighting and strategy skills in “War World.”
Travel to a far away planet for a pure adrenaline rush! “War World” is a fast-paced third person shooter that features a unique blend of action and tactical gameplay, which sets it apart from any other multiplayer shooter. The game features powerful armored mechanoids that battle head-to-head in an all-out savage single and multiplayer war.
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Swords and Sandals III: Solo Ultratus
Swords and Sandals III launches this week on Fizzy.com. The third game in the popular series is far and away the biggest and the most ambitious yet, weighing in at some 12 months in development. The single player campaign, Solo Ultratus is out now, with a multiplayer version coming along in about a month.
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Yubz Talk Mobile Bluetooth Handset Review
Legit Reviews ::
"The Yubz (pronounced "Why You Busy") Talk Bluetooth handset is a replica of the Western Electric 500-series model, which was the classic phone handset for several decades. After taking the handset out of its packaging, we really couldn’t believe how alike this thing was compared to the one that most of us grew up with in their home. The size and weight of the handset is almost identical to that of the original. The Yubz AC Charger that is included has a coiled cable like the old-school phones as well!"
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16 reasons why iPhone is better than PSP
OSX Reality ::
"Just a few months ago no one really saw the iPhone as a gaming device, with the launch of the App Store things have changed, and here are 16 reasons why you may want to pick up an iPhone instead of a PSP as your next portable gaming device."
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Das Keyboard Professional Premium Mechanical Keyboard Review
Tweaknews ::
But what if you are looking for an excellent higher quality keyboard that gives you lots of tactile click feedback, is built very well, includes a USB 2.0 hub and does all this while still looking simple and classy. If this is a keyboard that you are interested in plus you have over a $120 budget for a keyboard alone, then you might be interested in Das Keyboard's Professional keyboard. Is it worth the large pricetag? Is the click worth the cash? We will soon find out."
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OCZ Dominatrix Laser Gaming Mouse Review
i4u ::
"Today we are looking at the OCZ Dominatrix laser gaming mouse. The mouse is a bargain at close to $40 compared to the $80 or more that comparable gaming mice retail for. Performance is very good as well.
The mouse has many of the features you expect to find on high-end gaming mice like adjustable weight and sensitivity with a much lower price. Read on to find out how well it stacks up to the other gaming mice on the market."
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OCZ Dominatrix Gaming Mouse Review
Hardware Secrets ::
"OCZ had entered the gaming market niche with the Equalizer mouse, which we already tested. Now the company strikes gold again by releasing the Dominatrix, a larger model with rubber grip and adjustable weight – a common feature among top of the line gaming-grade mice. You may think it's a sex toy due to its somewhat inappropriate name (try asking for one at a friendly neighborhood gaming supply store) but if OCZ's intention was to demonstrate its capacity to dominate and beat the rivals into submission, Dominatrix is a well-deserved name. Let's see how it fares during our test."
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Graphics Card Giveaway Contest
Tech ARP ::
Team ARP is proud to announce our Graphics Card Giveaway Contest for 2008! This is our way of saying thanks for being part of the Tech ARP community and helping us make it to where we are right now. Take a look at the 8 graphics cards and 32 exclusive Tech ARP t-shirts that we will be giving away. They could be yours!
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Samsung PN50A450 Plasma TV Review
Digital Trends ::
"Big doesn't have to mean expensive. Although the high-end 1080p resolution has become the de facto standard for most HDTV buyers as prices have fallen, Samsung's PN50A450 plasma-screen TV cuts resolution down to 720p in order to offer more screen real estate for the buck. Unfortunately, this corner cutting shows in the final video quality, which looks grainy and lacks the sizzle of better sets. But those who prioritize price and size over resolution may still find this extremely affordable television to be a good value. "
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790GX and SB750 explored and reviewed
Madshrimps ::
"The 790GX chipset has been released a while ago and motherboards equiped with this chipset and the new southbridge chipset SB750 are now widely available in the local hardware shops. Madshrimps has had its sample, sent by AMD, on the testbench a while now and today we have a look at the new technology, including a better IGP and supposedly better overclocking."
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4850X2 - MultiGPU Solution for Masses?
Inside HW ::
“ATi surprised us with 4870 and 4850 graphics card and after that ATi did it again with 4870X2. This product was available to all users from the day it was officially launched and it reached the goal as number one by performances and by price range, as it was promised by ATi. This sudden success urged us on some thinking about new accepted ATi’s philosophy about multiGPU cards. If we look back in time, we could remember Rage Furry Maxx card as antic example and nVIDIA 9800GTX2 and ATi 3870X2 graphics cards from newer history and all of them were examples of fastest products in their own time…”
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MSI R3870X2-T2D1G-OC Radeon HD 3870 X2 Videocard Review
PC Stats ::
"As its name suggests, MSI's R3870X2-T2D1G-OC videocard is the combination of two ATI HD 3870 GPUs on a single PCB to provide gamers with a ready-made crossfire gaming solution. MSI has packed in 1GB of DDR3 VRAM, 512MB for each GPU, and as you might assume from the 'OC' portion of the nomenclature, the stock speed of the twin 3870 GPUs has been increased from their stock 825MHz to a respectable 860MHz out of the box."
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