Hmm.. finally some decent headphones for the Xbox360..

Kicking off the Entertainment Electronics Expo (E3), SteelSeries, the leading manufacturer of gaming peripherals and accessories introduced a new audio line specifically created for Xbox 360® gamers. Since 2001, the gaming peripherals from SteelSeries have been used by competitive gamers to win world championship tournaments and millions in prize money, all thanks to the extensive testing and product development exclusively done with the best gamers on the planet. It’s with this knowledge and expertise that SteelSeries introduces the first three products of the SteelSeries Spectrum line. The SteelSeries Spectrum 5xb, a premium headset with refined gaming audio designed for both comfort and convenience; the SteelSeries Spectrum 4xb, an entry-level priced headset packed with outstanding sound quality and functionality; and the SteelSeries Spectrum AudioMixer, an accessory that extends Xbox 360 gameplay and communication to any headset with 3.5mm jacks.

 

“For more than a decade, SteelSeries has created peripherals to meet the needs of the most discerning PC gamers and provide a competitive advantage based on comfort, technology, and design”

“For more than a decade, SteelSeries has created peripherals to meet the needs of the most discerning PC gamers and provide a competitive advantage based on comfort, technology, and design,” said Bruce Hawver, SteelSeries CEO. “With the new Spectrum line, we’re leveraging what our award-winning PC headsets are known for, which are superior levels of comfort and sound quality. We’ve added unique features, specific to Xbox 360 gaming, in order to meet the demand for premium console headsets.”

SteelSeries Spectrum 5xb and 4xb headsets present players with an advanced soundscape, providing the ability to pinpoint the directional sounds of footsteps and grenade drops without them being drowned out by deep bass sounds from explosions or in-game chat. Comprised of new features intended to enhance a gamer’s audio experience, the headsets include:

• Easy access to independent audio and voice controls provides players with complete and intuitive control of volume levels for in-game audio and Xbox LIVE® communication.
• SteelSeries LiveMix offers players the quick-button option to improve the balance and mixing of Xbox LIVE chat and in-game audio, so that voice communication is mixed perfectly with or over the sounds of gunfire and explosions, without having to increase the volume of the headset and risk hearing damage.

SteelSeries Spectrum 5xb

Designed as a premium quality, wired headset for Xbox 360 gamers, the SteelSeries Spectrum 5xb has XL-sized, hear-through cloth ear cushions that fit comfortably around the ear. With the custom-built soundscape via 40mm SunDancer (SCS) units, gamers can pinpoint the direction and locations of noises and movement throughout the game. The SteelSeries Spectrum 5xb features a durable double-braided nylon cord and dismantles into 3 separate parts, at the headband and at each earcup making it compact and easy to fit into a carrying case for storage and/or travel.

A retractable, unidirectional microphone is featured on the entire SteelSeries Spectrum headset line, making the voice communication for Xbox LIVE users adjustable, convenient and clear. As a familiar SteelSeries feature, the microphone can be stored in the left earcup when not in use, while a control on the included Spectrum AudioMixer independently adjusts in-game audio and microphone volume.

SteelSeries Spectrum 4xb

As the entry-level, wired headset designed for Xbox 360 gamers, the SteelSeries Spectrum 4xb is a lightweight headset featuring XL-sized, cloth covered foam ear cushions that surround the outside of the ear for long session comfort. The circumaural design enhances the gaming experience through carefully adjusted sound reproduction. Similar to the Spectrum 5xb version, the Spectrum 4xb also features the signature retractable microphone and an optimized soundscape for gaming.

SteelSeries Spectrum AudioMixer

SteelSeries introduces a new Xbox 360 mixer alongside the introduction of the Spectrum headsets. When sold separately, the Spectrum AudioMixer allows any headset with a microphone and 3.5mm jacks to function with Xbox 360 gameplay and Xbox LIVE chat. The mixer is also included in the box for the SteelSeries Spectrum 4xb and 5xb headsets.

The new SteelSeries Spectrum product line will be available in Q3 2010. Be sure to check out SteelSeries.com and follow us on both Facebook and Twitter to stay updated on retailers that will carry Spectrum, as well as promotions, giveaways, and who in professional gaming will be using SteelSeries Spectrum headsets to help them win tournaments.

Editor’s Note: To access images for the SteelSeries Spectrum 4xb, SteelSeries Spectrum 5xb, and SteelSeries Spectrum AudioMixer, please visit www.steelseries.com/spectrum.

About SteelSeries

SteelSeries is a leading manufacturer of gaming peripherals and accessories, including headsets, keyboards, mice, software and gaming surfaces. SteelSeries has been on the forefront of professional gaming gear since its inception in 2001, thanks to continued innovation and product development in cooperation with leading professional gamers. All SteelSeries products are developed in cooperation with professional gamers to ensure optimum performance and durability. SteelSeries supports the growth of competitive gaming and electronic sports through professional team sponsorships and community support all over the world. For more information, please visit www.SteelSeries.com.

It’s December 1st already.. where has the time gone?

Storage, Ram, Memory Etc:

Kingston SSDNow 40 GB SSD Solid State Boot Drive Review @ motherboards.org

G.Skill Ripjaws PC3-16000 4GB Dual-Channel Memory Kit @ TweakTown

ADATA SH93 Portable Hard Drive @ t-break

ICY DOCK MB668U-1SB 2.5-inch External Hard Drive Enclosure Review @ ThinkComputers.org

VIZO Arius II @ LanOC Reviews

Corsair Dominator DDR3-1600 i7/i5 Optimized 4GB Dual Channel Memory Kit Review @ ThinkComputers.org

Buffalo DriveStation HD-HXU3 USB 3.0 External Hard Disk @ TweakTown

Motherboards:

GIGABYTE P55A-UD6 Motherboard Review @ Motherboards.org

EVGA P55 FTW LGA1156 Motherboard Review @ Hardware Canucks

Gigabyte GA-MA785GMT-UD2H Motherboard Review @ PCSTATS.com

Intel DP55WG @ Techgage

ASUS Maximus III Formula (P55 Express) Motherboard @ TweakTown

Creating a Bang – MSI Trinergy P55 Motherboard Preview @ hardwareZone

CPUs, Cooling Related:

Noctua NH-D14 CPU Cooler Review on Technic3D

Neuigkeiten auf DeXgo | How to Remove a RAM Heatspreader (and replace it with Watercooling Module)

Titan Skalli TTC-NC05TZ/NPW (RB) CPU Cooler @ TweakTown

Thermaltake Massive23 CS Notebook Cooler @ Benchmark Reviews

Evercool HPK-10025EA Intel Heatsink Review @ Frostytech.com

Overclock3D have just published a new article titled: OcUK Intel Core i5 750 Overclocked Bundle

All Athlon 64 Models @ Hardware Secrets

All Phenom Models @ Hardware Secrets

Domino ALC Liquid Cooling by CoolIT Systems Review @ TechwareLabs

Neuigkeiten auf DeXgo | Noctua NH-D14

THERMALTAKE TMG IA1 CPU HEATSINK @ APH NETWORKS

Gaming and related:

SteelSeries Ikari Laser Mouse Review @ Vortez.co.uk

BLUR Fast Track Gameplay Video 1080p ! (Worlds First) @ Motherboards.org

Video Cards and Video Stuff:

Gainward GeForce GT 240 Review @ TechSpot

A Futurelooks News Flash – Patriot Box Office All-In-One HD Media Player Review

Sapphire HD 5870 Vapor-X Graphic Card Review on Technic3D

iXBT Labs Review: ATI RADEON HD 5750/5770 1024MB Graphics Cards

EVGA GeForce GT 240 Video Card Review @ Legit Reviews

Overclock3D have just published a new article titled: Win an ATI 5770!

Gigabyte GT 240 512MB Review @ Motherboards.org

LG’s LED-backlit Beauty – The 42-inch SL90 series TV @ hardwareZone

Assorted:

I4U News published a review of the new Acer Aspire 5738DG-6165 3D Notebook

Cryo Quad desktop PC system review @ Elite Bastards

Bjorn3D Christmas Extravaganza Contest!

December CoolIT Domino Giveaway – BCCHardware

TrickleStar PC TrickleSaver Review @ Bigbruin.com

Trendnet 150Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter @ Rbmods

Canon Rebel T1i Digital Camera Review @ Hardware Secrets

Nikon D5000 DSLR Review @ HotHardware.com

Sapphire Xmas Contest (International) @ Bjorn3D

Kingpin Cooling Single GPU Competition with LN2 by Deanzo @ TweakTown

AVIVO PureVideo HD DXVA GPU Acceleration Guide @ Benchmark Reviews

FreeBSD 8.0 Benchmarked Against Linux, OpenSolaris @ Phoronix

ASUS Eee PC 1008HA Seashell @ InsideHW

Chrome Detailing: Previewing Google’s New Operating System @ HotHardware.com

Blu-ray Importing: December 2009 Buying Guide @ TweakTown

HTC HD2 – Bigger, Better, Faster @ hardwareZone

Sound:

Creative Labs Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium Fatal1ty Professional Review @ TechwareLabs

Phiaton PS 320 Review @ Digital Trends

Power Supplies etc:

Seasonic X-750 750W 80Plus Gold Power Supply Review  @ PCSTATS.com

eXtreme Power Supply Calculator Update

Silverstone ST1500 1500W Power Supply Review @ JonnyGURU.com

SilverStone Element 600W Power Supply @ TechArkade

Cases and More:

Lan Gear Introduces Da Box 100, Spy Pics and Special Edition @ TechwareLabs

NZXT Tempest EVO @ techPowerUp

In Win Maelstrom Full Tower Computer Case Review @ Tweaknews

NZXT Gamma Classic Series Case @ BCC Hardware

Lian Li PC B25F Review @ XSReviews

Thermaltake Element V Chassis @ Bjorn3D

SteelSeries, the leading manufacturer of gaming peripherals and accessories, today introduced the SteelSeries Siberia Headphone. Modeled from the award-winning Siberia Headset, the new SteelSeries Siberia Headphone presents gamers with an audio option of superior SteelSeries sound quality and comfort at an entry level price point.

“We’re introducing the new headphone right before the holidays with the notion that high-quality, professional gaming gear can be offered at an affordable price for both novice gamers and pro-players,” said Bruce Hawver, CEO of SteelSeries. “The Siberia Headphone rounds out our audio line-up as the opening level SteelSeries audio option for gamers who are looking to experience professional quality headphone technology.”

The Siberia Headphone is designed for gamers, but can also be used with iPods, MP3 players, handheld gaming devices, or practically any other kind of portable digital device. The comfortable foam earcups that surround the ear and the unique Siberia head-band suspension provides continuous comfort during long gaming, music, and movie sessions.

Key product specifications of the SteelSeries Siberia Headphone include:

• 40mm speakers
• Impedance: 40 Ohm
• Frequency: 18-28,000 Hz
• SPL@1kHz: 104dB
• Cable: 1m + 1.8m extension
• Jack: 3.5mm

The Siberia Headphone will be offered in either glossy white or black for $49.99 USD this holiday season at retail partners worldwide, including Amazon, Newegg and more. The recently launched Siberia v2 Headset equipped with an “invisible” retractable microphone is available in two versions, with and without a USB soundcard that are priced at $109.99 USD and $89.99 USD.

Editor’s Note: To access the press kit for the SteelSeries Siberia Headphone and Siberia v2 Headset, including product information and high resolution images, please visit our Web site at http://www.steelseries.com.

About SteelSeries

SteelSeries is a leading manufacturer of gaming peripherals and accessories, including headsets, keyboards, mice, software and gaming surfaces. SteelSeries has been on the forefront of professional gaming gear since its inception in 2001, thanks to continued innovation and product development in cooperation with leading professional gamers. All SteelSeries products are developed in co-operation with professional gamers to ensure optimum performance and durability. SteelSeries supports the growth of competitive gaming and electronic sports through professional team sponsorships and community support all over the world. For more information, please visit www.SteelSeries.com.

Happy Sunday to you… Here’s some news:

We’ll start with some free stuff:

Ultra X4 750W PSU Giveaway @ Rbmods

Speck Products TuckPack Sleeve @ TestFreaks

Storage Related Stuffs:

Kingwin F-35 HDD Enclosure Review @ Virtual-Hideout

Mushkin 996601 DDR3-1600 4GB-Kit @ Spielesuechtig.de

StarTech Dual-SATA HDD Docking Station Review @ Benchmark Reviews

Vantec NexStar Vault NST-V290S2 2.5-inch HDD Enclosure @ TweakTown

Thermaltake BlacX Duet HDD Docking Station @ DragonSteelMods

CPUs, Cooling Etc:

AMD’s 125W Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition @ Techgage

Neuigkeiten auf DeXgo | Tuniq Propeller 120

De-Branded HP Sempron LE-1250 PC @ MHW

Feser One Non Conductive Fluid @ Bjorn3D

NZXT Cryo S Aluminum Notebook Cooler Review @ Bigbruin.com

Video etc:

Galaxy GeForce GTX 260+ 896MB Razor Edition Video Card @ TweakTown

Sapphire Vapor X ATI RADEON HD 5750 Video Review @ Motherboards.org

TrustedReviews Article Bulletin: AMD ATI Radeon HD 5770

EVGA GeForce GT 220 SSC DDR3 Video Card Review @ Legit Reviews

Gaming Stuffs:

SteelSeries 9HD Mouse Pad @ techPowerUp

QPad HeatoN Gaming Mousepad @ Spielesuechtig.de

Roccat Apuri Mouse-Bungee @ Spielesuechtig.de

SteelSeries Ikari Optical Gaming Mouse Review @ XtremeComputing

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 (PC) Game Review on Technic3D

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Video Review Part 1 @ Motherboards.org

Assorted Stuffs:

Lowepro Outback 100 Camera Bag Review @ ThinkComputers.org

Hasidic Jews Protest at Intel’s Factory @ NGOHQ.com

Nexus NX-5000 PSU @ Rbmods

Sony Ericsson’s Aino and its Remote Media Playback @ HardwareZone

HotHardware and TechVi Video Podcast No. 3 @ HotHardware.com

Netflix on Playstation 3 Review @ Hardware Secrets

ASUS P7P55D Premium Motherboard Review @ Motherboards.org

Gigabyte MA-785GPMT-UD2H Motherboard @ TechwareLabs

iXBT Labs Review: Choosing an Office PC, Part 2

Cases:

SilverStone Raven RV02 @ Phoronix

NZXT LEXA S Crafted Series PC Chassis @ Bona Fide Reviews

News and more news for you!

AZZA Helios 910R Review@ High Tech Reviews

Link

http://www.hi-techreviews.com/index.php/review-links-mainmenu-80/9810-azza-helios-910r-review

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Article Link – http://www.ascully.com/blu-ray-reviews/orphan/

Podcast link – http://www.ascully.com/after-the-show-95-orphan-blu-ray-review/

Article Title – Orphan Blu-Ray Review @ Ascully.com

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Product Name  : Tuniq TX-3 Thermal Grease

Review Title : Keep you CPU cool at all times!

Review  Link : http://www.bayreviews.com/computers/385-tuniq-tx3-thermal-grease

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http://www.insidehw.com/Reviews/Peripherals/Logitech-Performance-Mouse-MX-and-Anywhere-Mouse-MX.html

Title:

Logitech Performance Mouse MX and Anywhere Mouse MX @ InsideHW

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PC Games Hardware has tested the performance of several graphics cards in Modern Warfare 2. While the Radeon HD 5870 is fastest card in our benchmarks, Nvidia’s Geforces are doing extremely well and often beat their Ati counterparts.

http://www.pcgameshardware.com/aid,699312/Modern-Warfare-2-Graphics-card-benchmarks-of-the-latest-Call-of-Duty/Practice/

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Article Name: Cooler Master Hyper N620 Heatpipe CPU Cooler Review @ Tweaknews

Article Url: http://www.tweaknews.net/reviews/cooler_master_hyper_n620_cpu_cooler_review/

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TweakTown System Builders Guides (SBG) are back!

QUOTE: "Long time TweakTown readers will remember our "SBG" or System Builders Guides section that was a popular feature on our website some years ago. It was retired for reasons I cannot exactly remember right now, but we are very happy to announce that as of today SBG v2 is up and running! It looks and works much better than the first version of the past.

For one, from our prospective, it is much easier to update and maintain using our swish back-end system – that may be one of the reasons the first version was taken offline. The second, from a user point of view, the pricing is dynamic and updates in real-time. Unfortunately not all products are listed on PriceGrabber (our price search engine partner), so some of the prices are added in manually, but many are updated dynamically providing you with the latest information."

For more information, please visit – http://www.tweaktown.com/news/13500/tweaktown_system_builders_guides_sbg_are_back/index.html

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Title: Coolermaster Sentinel Advance Review @ XSReviews

Review Link: http://www.xsreviews.co.uk/reviews/peripherals/coolermaster-sentinel-advance/

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Title: CM Storm Sentinel Advance Mouse Review

Link: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/861

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iXBT Labs Review: Gigabyte GTX260/275, HD 5870 Graphics Cards

Excerpt:

"The 5870 CF tandem puts up good performance. As we can see, it sometimes outperforms GTX 295 Quad SLI. Considering all innovations, including DX11, we can say that it’s the most powerful duo with the most 3D features these days."

Article: http://ixbtlabs.com/articles3/video/giga-6-p1.html

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Title: Qnap TS-419P Turbo NAS Reviewed @ DragonSteelMods

Review Link: http://www.dragonsteelmods.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=15384&Itemid=1

Review Snipit:

" Today for review I’ve got a rather large NAS box, the TS-419P from Qnap that houses four hard drives to give you a ton of storage. The TS-419P not only offers a lot of storage but tons of other features as well, so read on to learn all about it…"

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Title: Shoggy Sandwich

Text:

In a liquid cooling setup, the pump is often one of the noisiest components. Even if the pump doesn’t produce much operational sound of it’s own, most pumps produce quite strong vibrations. These vibrations can carry over to your case and cause annoying buzzing sounds. The best way to get rid of such vibration noises is to effectively decouple the pump from the case. This is exactly what the Shoggy Sandwich was made for. In this video, you’ll see how a Shoggy Sandwich works and we’ll put it to the test to see how well it can reduce pump-noise.

URL: http://www.dexgo.com/index.php?site=Videos/view.php&id=17&lang=en

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Title: Verbatim TUFF-’N’-TINY 4GB USB Drive @ MobilityDigest

Link: http://www.mobilitydigest.com/verbatim-tuff-n-tiny-4gb-usb-drive/

Quote:

" So today for review I’ve got one of the smallest USB drives you can get, the Tuff-‘n’-Tiny 4gb USB drive from Verbatim. It’s not only tiny, a little over 1 inch in length but it’s also tough in that it’s resistant to dust, water and even static. Physical size and capacity don’t mean much though if it’s not a good performer so I’ve put it up against a few other 4gb flash drives I’ve got on hand for comparison, so read on to learn more about a great little USB drive…"

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What Happened To Apple’s Software Quality?

http://hothardware.com/Articles/What-Has-Happened-To-Apples-Software-Quality/

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LINK: http://www.techwarelabs.com/coolermaster-silent-pro-m-600w/

Title: CoolerMaster Silent Pro M 600W Power Supply @ TechwareLabs

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Article Title: Leadtek PxVC1100 MPEG-2/H.264 Transcoding Card @ Legit Reviews

Article URL: http://www.legitreviews.com/article/1134/1/

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Title:  Win a NZXT Beta EVO Case

Link:  http://www.bigbruin.com/item_23664

Quote:  For this week’s installment of the Bigbruin.com NFL pool we have a brand new NZXT Beta EVO case.  Get your picks in for the NFL week 10 games for your chance to win…  We’re skipping the Thursday night game, so you have until Sunday to enter!

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DFI LANParty DK P55-T3eH9 Motherboard

QUOTE: "As we all know (by now), DFI is a manufacturer known for stuffing in as many overclocking options as they can in their motherboards. They became famous on the back of the nForce 4 LANParty boards. These were some of the best boards for AMD overclocking that you could buy. DFI has continued this mindset and still offer some of the most “tweakable” boards out.

So, what of the P55? DFI has finally released its own P55 based board. This is the LANParty DK P55-T3eH9; a board that could possibly allow you to push a Core i5 or Core i7 800 to its maximum potential. The new DK P55-T3eH9 offers many of DFI’s trademark features like Digital PWM, Sintered HeatPipes, CMOS Reloaded and of course their Genie BIOS."

For more information, please visit – http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/3007/dfi_lanparty_dk_p55_t3eh9_motherboard/index.html

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Title: XFX AMD Radeon HD 5870 Graphic Card Review on Technic3D

Link: http://www.technic3d.com/article-966,1-amd-radeon-hd5870-grafikkarte-generationswechsel.htm

Translation Link: http://translate.google.de/translate?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.technic3d.com%2Farticle-966%2C1-amd-radeon-hd5870-grafikkarte-generationswechsel.htm&sl=de&tl=en&hl=de&ie=UTF-8

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TITLE: SteelSeries Siberia V2 Headset Review @ Vortez.co.uk

LINK: http://www.vortez.co.uk/review.php?id=92

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Tech Tip: Install Over 50 Freeware Apps Hands-Free with Ninite

http://www.techspot.com/guides/218-install-freeware-apps-hands-free/

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TITLE: Xigmatek Midgard-W Computer Case Review @ Benchmark Reviews

DESCRIPTION: Xigmatek – A name that needs no introduction, But the first things that come to mind are CPU coolers, Right? A relatively young company, founded in 2005, Xigmatek has made some great quality coolers, 2 of which featured and performed very well in the Q2 best CPU cooler performance review here at Benchmark Reviews, Today’s review focuses on the Xigmatek Midgard CPC-T55DB-U02 Computer Case, Big on features and while not an overly expensive case it is still closer to the top end of what I would call a Budget case. Tool free design, Midgard-W was designed by gaming and cooling thinking within tool-free hard drives and add-on card installation, easy installation CPU cooler back plate window, four pipe holes for water cooling system and seven cooling fan space at most. This case is certainly beautiful to look at, but looks are for the vain, Features and quality are essential to the success of a product. Will you be using this case in your next build? ! Come and take a closer look to see if this is the case ticks all the boxes for You.

ARTICLE URL: http://benchmarkreviews.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=400&Itemid=60

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TITLE: VIZO Arius Ex @ LanOC Reviews

DESCRIPTION: Hardware limitations are a problem that are often encountered in any media PC environment. That limit could be a memory capacity or perhaps running out of hard drive bays in your case. Or maybe you’re just sick of constantly removing a side panel to swap hard drives. The perfect solution in all the cases above is an internal hard drive rack. These convenient pieces of expansion hardware allow a user to spend a 5.25" bay and convert it to an additional 3.5" hard drive bay. VIZO Technology Corp has sent us their 3.5" contender in the Arius line, the Arius EX, to test.

ARTICLE URL: http://lanoc.org/review/hardware/storage/2095-vizo-arius-ex

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Thermaltake Massive23 ST Notebook Cooler Review @ ThinkComputers.org

Review URL: http://www.thinkcomputers.org/thermaltake-massive23-st-notebook-cooler-review/

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XClio Godspeed One Advanced Mid Tower Case

QUOTE: "This time around XClio sent me a chassis with the budget builder in mind. Keeping a few tricks from its much larger brother, the chassis I’m about to show isn’t a completely stripped out shell. I have seen quite a few sub $50 chassis’ that aren’t much more than four walls, a roof and a floor. Sometimes they have fans, sometimes they have a window, and when you get really lucky, you can even get some LED lighting. This chassis from XClio isn’t just budget, it houses all three of those things and still leaves you a bit of change for drinks after the build.

Today we are looking at the Godspeed One Advanced from XClio, one of four chassis’ in the Godspeed lineup. Two of those are more basic builds and concepts, while the Advanced chassis keeps a few tricks of the more expensive chassis, and still can be had at a reasonable price."

For more information, please visit – http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/3006/xclio_godspeed_one_advanced_mid_tower_case/index.html

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Fairytale Fights for Xbox 360 Reviewed

Coming by way of Playlogic Entertainment, Fairytale Fights is the answer to a question that no one asked. In a nutshell, this action-adventure title for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 takes many classic fairy tales and turns them on their heads. Or rather, it slices off their heads and lets the crimson geyser gush in every which direction.

Direct Link:

http://www.futurelooks.com/fairytale-fights-for-xbox-360-reviewed/

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NZXT Sentry 2 Touchscreen Fan Controller:

Link: http://www.rbmods.com/content/15620/introduction-and-packaging.aspx

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Tech Arkade has just published a "mini-review" of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Check it out here!! http://techarkade.com/component/content/article/45-games-a-software/339-modern-warfare-2-first-impression.html?directory=65

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Title:

Inno3D GeForce GT 220 1 GB

Link:

http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Inno3D/GeForce_GT_220

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We recently got the chance to test Lucid’s Hydra GPU load balancer first hand.  We came away with some of the first performance numbers for the product, along with our impressions of this magical toy that allows Radeons and GeForces to work together.

http://techreport.com/articles.x/17934

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ECS P55H-A Motherboard Review

This board performs great, with performance in the same class as other motherboards in this chipset. Overclocking was a bit of a mixed bag as the 750 CPU was able to overclock to 4GHz without issue but the voltage options did not allow me to see what the new voltage would be. From a features point of view the board is a standard P55 board but for $100 on Newegg after mail-in rebate this is an acceptable compromise as many other boards are much more expensive. The layout of the 8-pin power connector and IDE are interesting with only the 8-pin power connector in a great position for the bottom mounted PSU but not so great for the top mounted PSU.

Review Link: http://www.motherboards.org/reviews/motherboards/1970_1.html

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Title: Pirates of the Burning Sea Expansion Interview @ XSReviews

Review Link: http://www.xsreviews.co.uk/editorial/gaming/pirates-of-the-burning-sea-interview/

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Title: Titan Skalli CPU Cooler Review

Link: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/860

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Title: Testing Out Linux File-Systems On A USB Flash Drive @ Phoronix

Direct Link: http://www.phoronix.com/vr.php?view=14362

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Title: Phoenix/Award to Close Down @ XSReviews

News Link: http://www.xsreviews.co.uk/article11310.html

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Hardware Bistro has just posted Windows 7 Consumer Road Show Tour.

Read More:

http://hardwarebistro.com/index.php?option=com_simple_review&Itemid=84&review=136-Windows-7-Consumer-Road-Show-Tour

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Synology Disk Station DS409slim NAS Enclosure Review

While most NAS enclosures get a little bit on the bulky side of things, the Synology Disk Station DS409 Slim is about as compact as it gets, especially when you consider that it houses four hard drives in total. It also comes with a number of handy features that you may not find elsewhere.

Direct Link:

http://www.futurelooks.com/synology-disk-station-ds409slim-nas-enclosure-review/

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From HardwareZone:

Panasonic SC-HC4 iPod Docking Station

A Revolutionary Compact – The Canon PowerShot S90

LG Chocolate – Sinful Delight

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From Digital Trends:

Retail Electronics Buying Tips: Coupons, Sales and Bargaining Tactics

"Even the most Internet-savvy shoppers need to venture to retail stores once in a while. Whether for a last-minute gift, an item you just can’t bear to wait for in the mail, or a device you need to see in person, brick-and-mortar outlets continue to offer a handful of indisputable advantages over Internet buying."

Link to the guide:

http://www.digitaltrends.com/guides/retail-electronics-buying-tips-coupons-sales-and-bargaining-tactics/

Augmented Reality Past, Present and Future: How It Impacts Our Lives

"Can’t stop hearing about it in the news, but wondering what makes "augmented reality" (AR) – the concept of overlaying computerized information, digital pop-up windows and/or virtual reality (VR) displays over real-world scenes and imagery – so exciting? Allow us to paint a picture. Imagine. You walk up to an airport terminal and breeze past the airline check-in. Afterwards, a wireless chip in your smartphone uses biometrics to verify your identity at a checkpoint, then a green arrow pops up and shows you the best path to the gate. When you get there, a blue circle shows you where to sit and helps you avoid the most common congestion points. You wait about five minutes until a soft chime tells you to get in line. The total time between drop-off and take-off: Just 20 minutes."

Link to the feature:

http://www.digitaltrends.com/features/ge-augmented-reality-iphone-app-past-present-and-future-how-it-impacts-our-lives/

Publishers and Booksellers Rally to Support eBooks and eReaders

"Lovers of all things printed, bound and published have a new literary hopeful hovering over their heads. But rather than the next Stephen King or J.K. Rowling, it’s the electronic reading device known as the eReader. Thankfully, while Johannes Gutenberg may be rolling his eyes from beyond the grave at the concept of digital tablets that display virtual volumes known as eBooks, the reality is that we’re potentially standing on the cusp of an industrial revolution. Better yet, even the field’s formerly staunchest holdouts – newspaper, book and magazine publishers – are finally waking up and embracing the technology’s potential in growing numbers."

Link to the feature:

http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/publishers-booksellers-rally-to-support-free-ebooks-download-sony-ereaders/

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