Here a roundup of the latest reviews and articles:

5 Mistakes You Should Avoid When Buying A New Laptop
5 Xbox One Myths Dispelled: Don’t Brick Your Console!
Acer Chromebook C720P-2600 Review
AMD Radeon R7 265 2GB Video Card Review
Bitfenix Phenon Mini-ITX case Review
Buying advice: Gaming PC - Updated
CM Storm Quick Fire TK Stealth Review
Desktop Graphics Card Comparison Guide Rev. 27.8
EVGA Z87 Stinger (Intel LGA 1150)
Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 vs iPad Air head-to-head Review
Gamdias Hermes Review
Gaming PC - February 2014
Just Cause 2 4-Years Later Reviewed
Kingston DataTraveler Locker+ G3 32GB Flash Drive Review
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2014), A Fantastic Revision
Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII (XBOX 360)
Motorola Moto X video Review
MSI R9 290 Gaming
NZXT HALE82 V2 550W Power Supply Review
War! Best text editor of them all
WildStar - Stormtalon's Lair (Esper Healer PoV) Video with Kaeyi Dream

5 Mistakes You Should Avoid When Buying A New Laptop

The laptop has, for many people, become the only home computer needed. Fast, yet portable, they offer the best of both worlds, and can be had for $500 (or less). Their lure is understandable. Yet a laptop is also more complex and, compared to a desktop, far less flexible. A desktop user unhappy with a monitor, keyboard or mouse can simply replace it, but laptop buyers have no options. This means picking the right system is both more important, yet also more difficult. Heres what to look out for if youre ready to open your wallet.

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5 Xbox One Myths Dispelled: Don’t Brick Your Console!

Given how much backtracking and mixed messages Microsoft themselves had given out about the Xbox One prior to its release last November, it’s no surprise the web is full of myths and disinformation. Not all of it is harmless though some of the helpful tips you’ll find will actually end up irrecoverably bricking your console. Don’t be a victim, and dont believe lies: read this first. Still on the fence about whether to buy one? Check out our extensive review of the Xbox One!

Read full article @ MakeUseOf

Acer Chromebook C720P-2600 Review

The ubiquity of Internet access, along with the increasing reliability and decreasing cost of online storage, means that you won't necessarily need to give up too much to replace your current Web-browsing laptop or desktop with a Chrome OS system like the Acer Chromebook C720P-2600. It adds a 10-point touch screen, double the SSD-based storage, and updated styling.

Read full article @ TechReviewSource.com

AMD Radeon R7 265 2GB Video Card Review

Last week AMD beefed up their entry-level and mid-range graphics cards with the introduction of the AMD Radeon R7 250X and the Radeon R7 265. It appears that AMD did this to help fill in both the performance and price between the Radeon R7 260x and the Radeon R9 270 ahead of NVIDIA’s rumored GeForce GTX 750 Ti launch. AMD did not send us their Radeon R7 265 reference card, but instead shipped us the Sapphire Dual-X R7 265 2GB GDDR5 OC with Boost. Read on to see how this card performs!

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Bitfenix Phenon Mini-ITX case Review

One of the more dominant trends over the last year or so when it comes to computer cases is that more and more companies bring out small computer cases meant for mini-ITX motherboards that still can handle more powerful components. No longer do we have to settle with on-board graphics and a slow CPU. No, these computer cases are meant to work well even for the serious gamer.

The case we are reviewing today is a perfect example of that: the Bitfenix Phenom Mini-ITX case. This case is available in both mini-ITX and micro-ATX format although they actually share the same dimensions on the outside. On the inside the Phenom mini-ITX-case shares a lot of similarities with another of Bitfenix small cases, the Prodigy. One proof that this case should be able to house some serious hardware is that for example Webhallen.com used it for their Steam-machine on CES 2014. Read on to learn what makes us really like this case.

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Buying advice: Gaming PC - Updated

This buying advice is all about selecting the right components for your new gaming rig. What we've done is we've put together several configurations for different budgets and we also included links to Toppreise.ch and Geizhals.at with prices, that are being updated automatically.

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CM Storm Quick Fire TK Stealth Review

With TK Stealth, CM Storm introduces an interesting gaming keyboard with compact layout. The company is certainly not new to this type of solution, however the Stealth is featured by an exclusive design of the keycaps. Naturally, since it is a product for gamers, the Quick Fire TK Stealth is available with various versions of the famous mechanical switches CherryMX.

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Desktop Graphics Card Comparison Guide Rev. 27.8

Covering *584 desktop graphics cards*, this comprehensive comparison allows you to easily compare *24 different specifications *for each and every card. If you need to find out about the specification of any card, just come over and check out our Desktop Graphics Comparison Guide.

We hope it will prove to be a useful reference. We will keep this guide updated regularly so do check back for the latest updates.

Here are the latest updates in Revision 27.8 :

*- Added the AMD Radeon R7 265 graphics card. - Added the AMD Radeon R7 250X graphics card. - Added the AMD Radeon R5 235X graphics card. - Added the AMD Radeon R5 235 graphics card. - Updated the specifications of the AMD Radeon R7 270 graphics card. - Updated the specifications of the AMD Radeon R5 230 graphics card. - Updated the specifications of the AMD Radeon R5 220 graphics card.*

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EVGA Z87 Stinger (Intel LGA 1150)

The intended base of any EVGA Hadron build, the Z87 Stinger is EVGA's answer to a high-end mITX OC solution. Built with a focus on features and overclocking, as with EVGA's high-end videocards and PSUs, the EVGA Z87 Stinger makes its mark, but does it sting like a bee, or is it only as annoying as a fly?

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Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 vs iPad Air head-to-head Review

We pit Apple's iOS flagship against Samsung's first business Android tablet. For the past few years Apple's iPad has become an increasingly common sight in most offices, with many companies preferring its secure iOS operating system and user-friendly interface to those of competing tablets. But now Samsung has looked to establish its own position in the enterprise market with Android, creating its unashamedly productivity and security-focused Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 tablet.

But with Apple already having a foot in the door, some have questioned whether the giant 12.2in tablet's software will be enough to persuade businesses to ditch the iPad.

Read full article @ V3

Gamdias Hermes Review

Gamidas is a new manufacturer for gaming peripherals and so far we've never had any of their products for review. Today we're having a closer look at their Hermes gaming keyboard, which features mechanical CherryMX Blue switches. Other than that there is a huge wrist rest, so overall this might be a rather comfortable input device.

Read full article @ ocaholic

Gaming PC - February 2014

This computer system is specifically geared towards gaming. That means a PC with a high-end graphics card and a processor that is fast enough to support the GPU.

The rest of the configuration needs to be balanced as well. Since many gamers also enjoy overclocking their PC to improve performance, it is also important to choose a motherboard and memory that is suitable for this. Keep in mind that you will pay extra for that overclocking potential.

Read full article @ Hardware.Info

Just Cause 2 4-Years Later Reviewed

Is Just Cause 2 a game to remember and return to, or should we let it disappear like an exploded fuel tank? In my opinion this is a game to remember. The chaotic, open-world design can supply you with dozens of hours of fun, before and after finishing the final mission. The graphics stand up very well and the performance is excellent. It may have some shortcomings, but nothing to keep me from recommending it. If you like open-world games and making a game into your playground, Just Cause 2 is an easy game to recommend to you. You can also check out its many mods (there are more than the multiplayer mod) and its DLC. The DLC, by the way, only add weapons and vehicles for purchase in the Black Market. They can still be a lot of fun, especially as the items come fully upgraded, but do not add any greater content to the game.

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Kingston DataTraveler Locker+ G3 32GB Flash Drive Review

What exactly is computer security? From an engineering perspective, encrypting your data with a strong key and a complicated algorithm ought to keep anyone away from your sensitive information. After all, if it takes a supercomputer a billion years to crack a 128-bit AES key, imagine what it takes to defeat something done with 256-bit AES encryption. In reality, as much as this sounds great on paper, this is certainly not the case. Regardless of how strong your security is, if someone comes up to me with a knife, and threatens me to give up my password, I would have done it in a heartbeat. But does this mean we should just leave everything out in the open? Probably not. In the same way we keep the front door of our houses locked, despite the fact someone can just break a window and get inside in about two minutes, sometimes we still take steps to prevent unintended audiences from getting a hold of your information. This is why my entire laptop is encrypted, just in case it gets stolen. The way I see it, this is just about being responsible with my data. Earlier last month, my colleague Aaron Lai tested out the Kingston DataTraveler Vault Privacy 3.0 32GB, an excellent hardware encrypted USB flash drive that delivers in both security an encryption for business users. Today, we will take a look at yet another hardware encrypted USB flash drive from the company, the DataTraveler Locker+ G3 32GB. Rather than focusing on business users, this sleek looking drive is made for consumers looking to be a little bit more responsible with the files they carry around. Being an update to the DataTraveler Locker+ G2 32GB I have reviewed last year, how much of a performance gain can we expect? We fired up our usual battery of benchmarks to find out.

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2014), A Fantastic Revision

... It could be said that Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Carbon series cuts through the stuffy corporate facade, offering something for the conference room or coffee shop with a sleeker physique and sports car-like good looks. The original ThinkPad X1 Carbon was initially released back in 2012 and at the time, its carbon fiber-infused chassis offered a rare combination of build quality and light-weight durability that Lenovo could still call a "ThinkPad" but with a style and feel all its own.

New for 2014, Lenovo has completely revamped the ThinkPad X1 Carbon, from the 4th generation Intel Haswell Core series processor under its hood, to its new higher density carbon fiber-filled polymer skins, a higher resolution display and even some major upgrades to the keyboard area. The previous generation ThinkPad X1 Carbon scored itself a HotHardware Editor's Choice award. Let's see if the new ThinkPad X1 Carbon has what it takes to earn that accolade again.

Read full article @ HotHardware

Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII (XBOX 360)

Kaeyi Dream takes a look at Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII for the XBOX 360 in her latest video review for HardwareHeaven.

Read full article @ HardwareHeaven.com

Motorola Moto X video Review

Android smartphone with almost untouched version of latest KitKat release. The Moto X is one of a select few smartphones to be released by Motorola during its brief tenure as a Google company.

As a result the Moto X features a close to untouched version of Google's latest Android 4.4 KitKat operating system (OS). This is a definite selling point as the untouched skin means the Moto X should be able to receive updates for new Android versions faster than competing smartphones, which generally run customised versions of Google's mobile OS.

Read full article @ V3

MSI R9 290 Gaming

When it comes to video cards, there is only so much that a manufacturer can do to set themselves apart from the competition. Cooling, overclocking, and styling are three of the biggest things that can set cards apart. Without exception MSI has done extremely well at this in the past with their Twin Frozr cooling and their Gaming series of cards. Today I have the chance to take a look at their latest model, the R9 290 Gaming. Today I am going to see how well the Twin Frozr cooling performs on the warm R9 290 GPU and also find out if they are still able to stand up to the competition.

Read full article @ LanOC Reviews

NZXT HALE82 V2 550W Power Supply Review

When it comes to building a PC the power supply is something that is often overlooked and really at the bottom of the component list. Many people want a quality power supply that is feature rich, but do not want to pay the premium cost. This is where NZXT comes in with the HALE82 V2 power supply. Their main goal with this power supply is to bring consumers a high performance, feature-rich power supply without the premium price tag. Today we are taking a look at the 550W version that features a fully modular design, 80PLUS Bronze certification, 135mm silent fan, and a single +12V rail. Is this the power supply for your next build? Read on as we find out.

Read full article @ ThinkComputers.org

War! Best text editor of them all

Me latest Netrunner Magazine article - we have a war between text editors, the most underappreciated piece of software that you could possibly run. So, which one is the best, pray? Please take a look.

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WildStar - Stormtalon's Lair (Esper Healer PoV) Video with Kaeyi Dream

Kaeyi ran Stormtalon's Lair with Martyn, Hannah, Sjin & Duncan of the Yogscast and was given permission to upload her PoV as Esper Healer. Enjoy

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