Archive | January, 2009

Windows 7 Beta Direct Download Links

18. January 2009

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The official page of Windows 7 had some trouble when the Beta of Windows 7 was presented for download. Due to unprecedented surge of traffics and load, experienced by Microsoft servers from the January 9th event the links where removed temporairly. Even at one point, the official page of Windows was barely loading and seemed [...]

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Thermaltake SpinQ CPU Cooler Supports Latest Intel Core i7

15. January 2009

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To keep up with future gaming processor technologies, Thermaltake launched the SpinQ to provide better compatibility for DIY and gaming enthusiasts worldwide. The SpinQ CPU cooler now not only supports Socket 775 and AM2 but the latest Socket 1366. SpinQ is able to support the latest Intel® Core™ i7 processor (LGA 1366). It features a cylindrical [...]

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Nexus WaveAir – External cooling solution when internal space is insufficient

15. January 2009

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The Nexus WaveAir is very suitable to get some fresh air in your case or get some hot air out of your case through a PCI slot opening. We have seen that in between PCI cards or above or below video cards there can build up quite some hot air and usually there is very [...]

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OCZ Technology Introduces New Apex Series Solid State Drives

15. January 2009

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OCZ Technology Group, Inc., a worldwide leader in innovative, ultra-high performance and high reliability memory and computer components, today unveiled the OCZ Apex SATA II 2.5” Solid State Drive (SSD) Series, the affordable midrange offering for enthusiasts, system builders, and mainstream computer users demanding the latest technology in this fast-developing sector of the storage market. [...]

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ToPower PowerTrain 1200w PSU Review

6. January 2009

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One of the most often overlooked pieces of electronics in your computer has to be the power supply. I often tell people to compare the power supply to the human heart, without enough output you will either not feel very well and therefore not operate at your optimum output or you could possibly die. Today [...]

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NZXT Whisper Review

6. January 2009

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The NZXT Whisper aims to give you the basis for silent computing with sound dampening all around the interior of the chassis. A large compartment design with the possibility of an eATX motherboard and a heavy duty front door, make for an interesting case. Full story @ Techpowerup

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Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 Reviewed

6. January 2009

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Seagate always enjoyed a reputation of reliability maintained well by the guarantee 5 years of its discs at the time where competition proposed only 3 years as well as possible. On the other hand, from pure a performances point of view, the discs 7200tr/mn general public of the manufacturer made gray mine with access times [...]

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Griffin Reflect Case for iPhone 3G Reviewed

6. January 2009

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Apple’s iPhone 3G is on the march, and with a huge first quarter, tons of accessories have hit the market, including many cases and other accessories from Griffin. This week we take a look at the high-style Griffin Reflect Case for the iPhone 3G. This case has a lot to offer those interested in protecting [...]

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Vigor Monsoon III LT Dual 120mm CPU Cooler

6. January 2009

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This is the first cooler from Vigor that I have tested, but they have had a couple of other CPU coolers on the market, both of which were TEC air coolers. Vigor also has a nice lineup of cases as well as complete systems. This time instead of the plain looking coolers mounted to their [...]

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Zalman CNPS9900 LED CPU Cooler Review

6. January 2009

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The CNPS9900 LED CPU cooler features the familiar look of a Zalman product, with a variety of innovations and refinements that make it stand out over models from previous generations in the CNPS (Computer Noise Prevention System) product line. A 120mm fan is located in between two rings of thin copper fins that dissipate [...]

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