Sunbeam Core-Contact Freezer CPU Cooler
Dragonsteel Mods :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
There’s a huge selection of CPU coolers available on the market today, and choosing one can be confusing at best. The latest trend in CPU coolers is direct heatpipe cooling where the heatpipes contact directly onto the top of the CPU cooler. This system seems to work well, and with some cooler it does provide a better cooling solution. We haven’t taken a look at any CPU coolers in a while, so today I’ve got the Sunbeam Core Contact Freezer CPU Cooler for review. As the name suggests, the heatpipes are in direct contact with the top of your CPU to supposedly provide good cooling performance. The Core Contact Freezer is a lightweight cooler that appears well made and offers up some decent performance numbers when compared to other on the market today, so continue on to learn more about this cooler…
V-MODA Vibe Duo Reviewed
Dragonsteel Mods :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Headphones can dramatically affect a listener’s musical experience. A great pair can make music an auditory pleasure, while a bad pair can make the source material sound like it is being played underwater. Finding the right pair is not always easy and the best way to test headphones is to listen to them for your self. Today we will look at the latest release from a fairly new entrant in the headphone market – V-MODA. This company focuses on the styling of the headphone, while retaining a high quality acoustic experience. The V-MODA Vibe Duo is the latest in the ear model from V-MODA and is designed to work with the iPhone. In addition to acting as a headphone, V-MODA can function as a headset in conjunction with the iPhone or other similar device. Let’s take a closer look.…
Casio Exilim EX-Z150 Point-and-Shoot Camera
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
This cute Casio point-and-shoot camera is easy to use, but suffers from shutter lag and limited focusing abilities.
Samsung S3 Slim Music Player
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
The Samsung S3 is a low-price music player with high-quality sound and design.
Rock Band vs. Guitar Hero, Round 2
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
With Rock Band 2 and now Guitar Hero World Tour now on store shelves, it’s high time for a music videogame jam session. What should you buy?
Fallout 3 Review: Incredible Roleplaying Game, Lousy Ending
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
If you want to enjoy the best bits of Bethesda’s dazzlingly desolate Fallout 3, just resign yourself to not quite finishing it.
Fujitsu LifeBook T1010
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
An all-around solid performer in basic day-to-day use, the Fujitsu T1010 won’t turn heads, but it’ll get the job done.
Sony VGN-NR485 All-Purpose Laptop
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
This Intel-equipped bargain laptop’s shallow keystroke might put off some people, but the overall package is terrific.
Toshiba Satellite Pro L300D-EZ1001V All-Purpose Laptop
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Cheapness shows through in places, but this $649 laptop with sweet-sounding audio is not a bad buy overall.
RIM BlackBerry Bold 9000
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
The BlackBerry Bold sports a revamped design and interface, but it falls short in other areas.
Beta Watch
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
The beta sites this month include an online alternative to PowerPoint, a guide to Web video, and a birdwatcher’s haven.
Hands On with Microsoft’s New Xbox Experience, Part Two
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Microsoft’s extreme console makeover for the Xbox 360 arrives on November 19th, and it’s already a huge improvement.
What I’ve Learned Writing ‘Gadget Freak’
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
The best gadgets are both simple and elegant, and they change your life in ways you don’t expect.
Lenovo ThinkPad SL400
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
This entry-level ThinkPad offers features and software that used to be limited to higher-end ThinkPads.
Hands On with Microsoft’s New Xbox Experience, Part One
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Microsoft’s extreme console makeover for the Xbox 360 arrives on November 19th, and it’s already a huge improvement.
HP’s Mini 1000: A New Netbook
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
HP’s second-generation mini-notebook falls in the middle of the current netbook pack due to performance tests.
HP Pavilion Elite a6560t Value Desktop PC
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
This is a nice value system with good mainstream performance and a TV tuner.
Acer Veritron L460 Value Compact Desktop PC
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Tiny but powerful, this PC is perfect for small workspaces and kiosks.
Gateway GT5692 Value Desktop PC
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
This triple-core Phenom system is a solid buy for SOHO users on a budget.
Dell Inspiron 518 Value Desktop PC
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
If excellent everyday performance on a budget is your desire, this PC is a good choice.
15 Tools to Make Your PC a Multimedia Powerhouse
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Enjoy your video and audio collections to the fullest with the help of these free and low-cost downloads.
Cowon A3 (30GB) Portable Video Player
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
If you can get past its bulky design and unintuitive controls, the Cowon A3 shines as a portable video player.
Canon Selphy ES3 Snapshot Printer
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
The Selphy ES3’s fun factor is negated by its problems with speed, print quality, and consumables costs.
Sony Picture Station Digital Photo Printer DPP-FP95
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Speed and versatility can’t make up for disappointing photo quality–especially at this price.
VZ Navigator Cell Phone GPS
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Verizon’s GPS has an excellent display, easy-to-use navigation controls, and accurate traffic reports–but no extras or frills.
Sprint Navigation Cell Phone GPS
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Sprint Navigation gives accurate turn-by-turn directions, but the interface isn’t as user-friendly as that of Verizon or AT&T’s applications.
AT&T Navigator Cell Phone GPS
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
AT&T Navigator has more useful features than other cell phone GPS apps, including weather and scheduled commuter traffic alerts.
Cell Phone GPS App Smackdown
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
We put GPS navigation applications from AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon Wireless to the test on BlackBerry Curves. All did fine, but AT&T was the winner.
Canon Selphy CP770 Snapshot Printer
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Choose this model only if its looks mean more to you than its overall performance, which is merely adequate.
Panasonic HDC-HS9 High-Definition Camcorder
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
This AVCHD camcorder’s lackluster performance is only partially offset by a low price.
Sony Handycam HDR-SR12 High-Definition Camcorder
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
The Handycam HDR-SR12 can record over a dozen hours of great-looking AVCHD video onto its 120GB hard drive, but it comes at a hefty price.
Canon Vixia HF10 High-Definition Camcorder
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
This compact camcorder combines sharp AVCHD video, flash memory, easy and flexible operation, and a reasonable price.
Camcorders: High-Def, No Tape
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Small, light HD camcorders that don’t need miniDV tapes are nearly the norm, but are they ready for marquee status? We look at five flash, hard-drive, and SD Card camcorders and see how they stack up against a top miniDV camera.
DXG DXG-566V Camcorder
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
The bargain-priced DXG-566V records poor-quality high-def video and mediocre stills.
Canon Vixia HV30 HD Camcorder
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
The HV30 records high-quality HD video to old-fashioned tape.
Samsung SC-HMX20C High-Definition Camcorder
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Flash-based camcorder has a cool design and records high-definition video of reasonable quality.
LG Lotus (for Sprint) Cell Phone
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
The Lotus has a striking design, but an unattractive price.
The Nintendo DS’s Dirty Little ‘Secret’
PC World :: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Over 70 million Nintendo DS portables sit in gamers’ hands. It’s an awesome success, with tons of great games–but what is it that Nintendo doesn’t want you to know about the best-selling handheld?
