Here a roundup of today's reviews and articles:

A UK iPhone 6S will cost 28% more than the same American model
AMD Radeon R9 Nano CrossFire
ASUS Radeon R9 390X STRIX 8GB Video Card Review
ASUS RT-AC3200 review: understated speed
ASUS SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 Review
Battle Of The Hybrids: Microsoft, Lenovo, Dell Stiff Competition For Apple iPad Pro
BitFenix AEGIS Core mATX Case Review
Case Mod Friday: THAURUS
CoolerMaster V850 80+ Gold Review
G.Skill Ripjaws V 2x8GB DDR4-3000 CL15 memory review
How to customise your Windows 10 Start Menu
In Win 703 Review
Jim Keller Leaves AMD
Overclockers RENDA PW-E7F Workstation Review
Phanteks Enthoo EVOLV ATX Computer Case Review
Sapphire R9 380 Nitro 4GB Review
Supermicro 4028GR-TR 4U 8-Way GPU SuperServer Review
Windows 10 Build 10547 Brings Some Nice Changes For Insiders
Windows 10 upgrade & review: You don't need it

A UK iPhone 6S will cost 28% more than the same American model

It's no secret that phones generally cost more in the UK than the US, but when you actually compare the cost of buying the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus outright it's quite surprising how much cheaper it is in the States.Research carried out by Voucherbox found that the cheapest deals for the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus were all in the US, with the UK featuring in the top three most expensive countries for both models.

Read full article @ Techradar

AMD Radeon R9 Nano CrossFire

In this review we will test two Radeon R9 Nanos in a CrossFire setup, and we also include data for a R9 Nano paired with a Fury X, a combination that's possible on AMD, because both cards use the same GPU.

Read full article @ techPowerUp

ASUS Radeon R9 390X STRIX 8GB Video Card Review

Today we have the pleasure of looking at another AMD Radeon R9 390X 8GB video card that is sold under the part number STRIX-R9390X-DC3OC-8GD5-GAMING. This is the flagship Radeon R9 390X by ASUS as they also offer another model with lower clock speeds along with a different PCB design and GPU cooler. The first thing that you need to know about the ASUS Radeon R9 390X STRIX 8GB graphics card is that it was designed from the ground up by the engineers at ASUS and is a fully custom card. ASUS went with the DirectCU III GPU cooler that has triple Wing-Blade 0dB fans sitting above a heatsink that has five heatpipes!

Read full article @ Legit Reviews

ASUS RT-AC3200 review: understated speed

Over the last few years, ASUS has established a very successful router line-up. Their success story essentially began with the RT-N66U (and to a lesser degree, the RT-N56U), which came out over three years ago. The Taiwanese company chose to (and still chooses to) not release a large amount of models, but instead focused on a handful of devices, mainly in the high-end segment, which as a result received a lot of attention. This strategy ASUS came up with turned out to be rather successful, as their routers are selling exceptionally well, and have received more than a few awards.

Today, we'll take a look at the RT-AC3200, a tri-band model. We can't help but notice that ASUS decided to go with a different naming scheme for this model, as we were already rather used to the existing RT-N/ACxxU template. We enquired as to why this decision was made, but the company's Dutch spokesperson was unable to provide us with any information. Since ASUS is already working on the RT-AC88U, the successor of last year's MU MIMO-router, we suspect that we're dealing with an in-between model of sorts. We could say the same about the tri-band router concept as a whole, because as far as we're concerned, this type of router has primarily been introduced to offer something new in a router landscape that hasn't seen a lot of change over the last few years. MU MIMO, which is more elegant and cohesive from a technological point of view, will probably end up being the technology of the future. However, it'll take a while before it becomes mainstream, as clients have to actively support this technology.

As far as pricing goes, the RT-AC3200 keeps up quite nicely with the D-Link DIR-890L and the Netgear R8000 that we've reviewed previously. This device therefore isn't particularly cheap either: on average, it'll set you back approximately £220 / €320.

Read full article @ Hardware.Info

ASUS SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1 Review

Tough. Durable. These are the words ASUS most often associate with the signature SABERTOOTH series. The line has grown out of the TUF series to have a distinct branding all its own, and is now one of the most recognisable designs in a market where finding your own niche is often a monumental struggle. It's no wonder that when a new chipset is released one of the questions most widely asked by enthusiasts is "where is the new SABERTOOTH?".

So it has been with Intel's Z170-chipset for Skylake CPUs, and finally ASUS has delivered in the form of the SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1. The timing of the release was obviously designed to coincide with the initial Skylake launch window of September, rather than the accelerated launch date that transpired, but that shouldn't take away from how significant the release should be. SABERTOOTH designs are eye-catching, feature advanced cooling, and in no way compromise the toolset that any user would be pleased to see on their performance-orientated Z170 system; the question is whether the motherboard excels in the same way it does aesthetically.

Read full article @ Vortez

Battle Of The Hybrids: Microsoft, Lenovo, Dell Stiff Competition For Apple iPad Pro

When Microsoft first announced the Surface Pro back in 2012 (it launched in early 2013), many Apple fans snickered. Here was Microsoft, releasing a somewhat thick and heavy tablet that not only had a kickstand, but also an “odd” cover that doubled as a keyboard. And to top things off, the device made use of a stylus. The late Apple CEO Steve Jobs famously said in 2010, “If you see a stylus, they blew it.”

And many people thought that Microsoft did blow it, writing off nearly $1 billion in costs related to its Surface tablets during the first year. But Microsoft forged ahead with the Surface Pro 2, and later with the Surface Pro 3. Not only were customers becoming more aware of the innovative and powerful tablet, but competitors were also taking note.

Read full article @ HotHardware

BitFenix AEGIS Core mATX Case Review

The BitFenix AEGIS is quite an interesting microATX case. Its shield-inspired front is stylistic and they claim that it also helps to keep down noise. It is offered in bold colors and just like many cases as of late, its designed has been heavy influenced by watercooling capability and modularity. This case can support up to eight 120mm fans or five 140mm fans, or if you are going the watercooling route, it can support dual 280mm radiators or even a 360mm and 280mm radiator combo!

Read full article @ TechnologyX

Case Mod Friday: THAURUS

Welcome to another Case Mod Friday showcase! This week we have sangyzan's “THAURUS” build. Here is what he had to say about it, "The project called WILL BE Thaurus, the particularity of this mod lies on the front, which can hold the part of the watercooling and Ie cans and a radiator 240mm When so allowing more space and thus more ventilation at the hardware of the PC. It will have a look attractive lines yet elegant. The Project will have as base the beautiful In Win 503 which will go modified according to my parameters.

Read full article @ ThinkComputers.org

CoolerMaster V850 80+ Gold Review

Computer enthusiast insiders know that the choice of your power supply is paramount in system design but POS (Point of Sale) computer buyers usually just take the included PSU without thinking about upgrading later on. Off the shelf computers often use under powered power supply and chances are you got a 430W power supply that weighs about 1.5 pounds and the heat sinks are the size of “Overheat and die quickly after the warranty is up”. We’ve been working on desktops since the Tandy build your own computer days when you got a PCB components and a soldering iron and power supplies have made leaps and bounds and should be one of the most carefully chosen components.

Read full article @ Bjorn3D

G.Skill Ripjaws V 2x8GB DDR4-3000 CL15 memory review

G.Skill as probably the only memory manufacturer was prepared with whole new DDR4 line for the Intel Skylake premiere. Even though already month has passed, we can barely see on the market any other, higher frequency DDR4 memory kits than G.Skill. By higher frequency I mean DDR4-3000 and faster. Today's review will be based on quite well priced but still higher frequency DDR4 memory - Ripjaws V 2x8GB DDR4-3000 CL15.Stay with us and find out if brand new Ripjaws V memory is the best option for you.
 

 

Read full article @ FunkyKit

How to customise your Windows 10 Start Menu

With Windows 10 finally here, you might be wondering what exciting changes will be in store for you and your PC. Also, will the new system be easy to get used to? The short answer is, we can absolutely guarantee you will be up and running with your new operating system in next to no time. Of course, there's plenty that's different, but Windows 10 is designed to make your computing life easier and even more streamlined than ever before.In this tutorial, we start the journey by looking at the Start menu, and see what has changed with the launch of Windows 10. Let's get Started!1. Pin an app to the Start MenuWe'll begin by adding programs to the new Start menu.

Read full article @ Techradar

In Win 703 Review

The 703 is one of the latest mid-tower cases from In Win, which offers plenty of interior space in order to build gaming systems. Apart from that there are quite a few neat little features, like for example washable dust filters and a reasonable price.

Read full article @ ocaholic

Jim Keller Leaves AMD

AMD’s history has been well documented, especially given several reorganizations in the early part of this decade along with changes in senior staff and how both its market share in CPU and GPU markets is progressing. Today we have learned that one of those senior staff, the head of the CPU group Jim Keller, is to leave AMD effective September 18th (today).  Readers may remember that Jim Keller was a recent re-hire in 2012, tasked with leading AMDs CPU group and helping the company develop new core processor architectures in order to bring AMDs architecture in line the competition.

Jim Keller has worked at AMD before, most notably developing the K7 and K8 processors that formed the basis of much of AMD’s success at the turn of the century. This includes assisting in the generation of the x86-64 instruction set that would form the basis of many of the x86 based computers people used today. At other points in time Jim has also spent several years each at Apple helping design their A4 and A5 SoCs as well as at DEC on Alpha processors, giving him a wide degree of experience in CPU development that AMD has been tapping during his latest tenure there.

As a re-hire at the top of the CPU chain, Kellers latest project at AMD was to develop the next generation of high performance processors for AMD and to build a team around the concept of PC performance. This was announced as a rapid departure from the module design of Bulldozer-based cores sharing parts of a processor and towards a new base architecture called Zen. Other projects in the pipeline at AMD CPU group include ARM-based AMD processors (K12), an ARM counterpart of sorts for Zen that is set to launch later on.

Read full article @ Anandtech

Overclockers RENDA PW-E7F Workstation Review

Overclockers is a company that will be better known here at KitGuru for its choice selection of enthusiast components and lovingly enhanced gaming systems. But the ability to put together a quality system is potentially something of interest to the professional market as well as more entertainment-oriented users. With one of the world’s greatest ever overclockers (http://www.kitguru.net/desktop-pc/andrzej/gigabyte-x99-soc-champion-8pack-world-record-interview/) designing all its systems, Overclockers has plenty of potential here. This brings us to the RENDA brand, which is Overclockers’ new workstation range. Our first taste is the PW-E7F.

Read full article @ KitGuru

Phanteks Enthoo EVOLV ATX Computer Case Review

When it comes to computing in general, there is often a distinct line between gaming and professional-grade components. On the gaming side of things, there are peripherals such as keyboards, mice, headsets, and even monitors with specific features targeting those who play more than they work. Of course, some of these features, like RGB lights, are usually more for looks than anything else, unless you are talking about the SteelSeries Apex M800. In addition, the design of the product in question makes it quite clear in distinguishing what market it is meant for. This could include some obnoxious and loud styling, or, as aforementioned, fancy RGB lights. While this is not necessarily true for all gaming peripherals, the general trend is present. On the professional side, the products found here are meant to encourage usage of them at home or in an office environment. They lean towards a clean and sophisticated appearance, with features focused on functionality. These two sides are particularly present in the product lines of monitors. Gaming monitors are nowadays marketed with features like G-Sync, or higher refresh rates, for smoother scrolling. On the other hand, professional monitors may sacrifice these features for color accuracy in reproduction and better viewing angles. However, if we look at a product lineup of computer cases, the lines tend to blur a bit more. Based on design, there are still gamer-centric products, such as the Cooler Master Storm Stryker. More professional chassis like the Fractal Design Define R5 are also present. However, many of the desired features are common between gamers and professionals, including quiet operation, good cooling capabilities, and easy cable management. Today's review of the Phanteks Enthoo EVOLV ATX is a bit of a curious case, no pun intended. Its appearance, while not as fridge-like as the Define R5, is still clean and simple, yet it does not necessarily fall into the professional side of things. How does the Enthoo EVOLV ATX stack up against the competition, and what else is there to it beyond the appearances? Hopefully this review will answer these questions, and more!

Read full article @ APH Networks

Sapphire R9 380 Nitro 4GB Review

For many, the R9 Fury X and GTX980Ti are fantasy solutions – dream cards most of us will never be able to afford. What if you only have £200 to spend and need a new graphics card that can handle resolutions up to 1440p? Today we look at the latest Sapphire R9 380 Nitro which is priced to go head to head against Nvidia’s GTX960.

Read full article @ KitGuru

Supermicro 4028GR-TR 4U 8-Way GPU SuperServer Review

Today we are taking a look at one of the largest single systems STH has ever reviewed. The Supermicro 4028GR-TR GPU SuperServer houses up to 8x GPU/Xeon Phi, dual Xeon E5 processors and 24x 2.5” drive bays all in a single 4U chassis. Recently we reviewed one of Supermicro GPU/Xeon Phi SuperServers, namely the 1028GQ-TRT which is equipped with 4x AMD FirePro S9150’s in a compact 1U server case. See our Supermicro 1028GQ-TRT Quad GPU 1U SuperServer Review. This is essentially this is the larger sibling.

Like we saw with the Supermicro 1028GQ-TRT the Supermicro 4028GR-TR offers direct connection direct CPU connection to GPU’s through 8x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots to achieve low latency and reduce power consumption. This system supports up to 8x Nvidia Tesla cards including K80 dual-GPU accelerators up to 300watts, AMD FirePro Server GPUs or Intel Xeon Phi cards. Installing GPU’s is simple and no complex cabling or repeaters are required.

Storage provisions include front mounted 24x 2.5” hot-swap bays. Network needs are supplied with 2x 1GBase-T LAN and remote management ports, in addition 2x PCIe 3.0 x8 (in x16) and 1x PCIe 2.0 x4 (in x16) slots are available for expansion cards in the back of the server.

Read full article @ STH

Windows 10 Build 10547 Brings Some Nice Changes For Insiders

It’s Friday and Gabe Aul has unleashed another new build of Windows 10 to people in the Windows Insider Program’s fast ring. Unlike the last build which was mostly just some cosmetic changes, build 10547 looks to fix a few of the complaints that I had with Windows 10 in our review.

One thing that bothered me was that the Start Menu would not allow you to create groups more than three “medium” tiles wide, and with this update, users can select “Show more tiles” in the personalization settings which allows a fourth column of tiles. It’s nice for the desktop, but this should be very beneficial to tablet mode which I felt was wasting a lot of space with just the three column width. Having four columns also allows for two wide or large tiles to be on the same row, which is a much better solution than having to plug holes with smaller tiles even if you don’t really want them. Hopefully the wording changes on the setting, since Show more tiles is not really what the setting is doing, and it is of course a fall back to the Windows 8.1 setting with the same name which actually did allow you to put more tiles on the Start Screen.

Read full article @ Anandtech

Windows 10 upgrade & review: You don't need it

Should you bother? Here's my review of the Windows 10 upgrade process and post-upgrade experience, covering installation with user settings and programs preserved, look & feel, new menu, tweaks and fixes, problems with and how to disable Windows Update and Defender, Edge browser, Store and Xbox, no ability to change the theme, performance, battery life, privacy implications, other impressions, other issues and niggles, and more. Take a look.

Read full article @ Dedoimedo