ASUS Crosshair IV Extreme first look
Elite Bastards posted a first look at the ASUS Crosshair IV Extreme

This is topped off by arguably the jewel in ASUS' crown on this occasion - The inclusion of a Lucid "Hydra" chip, to allow the use of multi-GPU configurations that mix AMD and NVIDIA graphics boards of varying specifications and configurations. We've previously only seen this chip launched on an MSI motherboard thus far, so it should be more than a little interesting to see how Lucid's technology fares when coupled with ASUS' Crosshair IV Extreme offering.

ASUS Crosshair IV Extreme first look

Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security Services 3.0
Business Computing World published a review of Trend Micro's Worry-Free Business Security Services 3.0

Trend Micro has had a hosted security service in its small business Worry-Free portfolio for a couple of years now, aimed typically at companies with 5-100 users, although that limit isn't set in stone. Originally called Business Security Hosted, the latest v3.0 release sees the name changed to Worry-Free Business Security Services (WFBS-Services) and the feature set updated to bring it in line with on-premise Worry-free products. As such, WFBS-Services can protect Windows-based file servers, desktops, and laptops from viruses, phishing, spyware, and other common Internet threats. It can also filter out spam, although only, where users pull down mail using POP3, plus it's possible to protect against threats transmitted via portable USB devices and Wi-Fi networks.

Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security Services 3.0



IDAPT I3 Universal Desktop Charging Dock
TechwareLabs has a review of the IDAPT I3 Universal Desktop Charging Dock

We review IDAPT's I3, interchangeable charging station. with the myriad of devices the average home carries, this device could be next to invaluable.

IDAPT I3 Universal Desktop Charging Dock

Corsair Obsidian Series 700D Full Tower PC Case Review
Legit Reviews posted a review on the Corsair Obsidian Series 700D Full Tower PC Case

Corsair is getting ready to announce its second PC case, the Obsidian 700D. The new 700D is positioned slightly lower than the 800D which the company debuted last year. We found the 800D to be one of best cases we have ever looked at, so we have really high hopes for the lower cost 700D. Read on to see what we think of the Corsair Obsidian 700D PC gaming chassis!

Corsair Obsidian Series 700D Full Tower PC Case Review

Cooler Master CM 690 II Advanced Mid-Tower Case Review
HardwareHeaven.com posted a review on the Cooler Master CM 690 II Advanced Mid-Tower Case

Today HardwareHeaven are going to look at Cooler Master's latest mid-tower case, the CM 690 II Advanced, which is essentially an improved version of their popular CM 690 case. Its feature list compares well with much more expensive cases and today HardwareHeaven will see how user friendly it is, as well as how it does in terms of thermal performance.

Cooler Master CM 690 II Advanced Mid-Tower Case Review

Evercool Turbo2 VGA Cooler Review
Hardware Secrets posted a review on the Evercool Turbo2 VGA Cooler

Today we are reviewing another VGA cooler: Turbo2 from Evercool, a value cooler with two copper heatpipes and an 80-mm fan. Check out its performance!

Evercool Turbo2 VGA Cooler Review

Computer Geeks 2.5" USB 3.0 Drive Kit Review
OCIA.net has posted their review of the Computer Geeks 2.5" USB 3.0 Drive Kit

So far this year we have tested several USB 3.0 devices including a USB 3.0 drive dock and two USB 3.0 external enclosures. Today we have a USB 3.0 kit for review from Computer Geeks that is comprised of a USB 3.0 ExpressCard, USB 3.0 enclosure and a 2.5" SATA drive. By combining the interface card, enclosure and drive into one bundle, Geeks offers a complete package upgrade for those laptop users on the go who need fast, affordable storage. Join me as I take a closer look at the Computer Geeks USB 3.0 SuperSpeed 2.5" External Hard Drive Kit.

Computer Geeks 2.5" USB 3.0 Drive Kit Review

Kingwin EZ-CONNECT USI-2535 Review
Computing on Demand has posted a new article on the Kingwin EZ-CONNECT USI-2535

As someone that is expected to fix everyone's computer in my family, there is nothing more than "WOOT!" that can be said about a product that makes my family obligations easier. My family isn't exactly the most "in touch" when it comes to computing (you will read an article / rant soon about that) and they make a bunch of dumb mistakes... most of which ends up with them contracting a I.T.D. (Internet Transmitted Disease, a.k.a. VIRUS!). That's when the frenzy starts, the claims that the world is collapsing, the seas are rising, they can't send email! I must work quickly and efficiently to alleviate their ailments. With that said, products like the USI-2535 makes my job easier.

Kingwin EZ-CONNECT USI-2535 Review

Cooler Master 690 II: Inheriting The Best
InsideHW.com has reviewed Cooler Master 690 II case

Cooler Master is definitely on an offensive lately, they’ve even expanded to new market segments. But today, we’re sticking to what is traditionally their territory - a new revision of one of their most successful enclosure models. We’re talking about 690 II Advanced, the successor of the extremely popular 690. Just like its predecessor, the tested model remained within the confines of the Midi Tower standard, and the entire construction is made of steel, bar the upper and lower sides, which are made of high-is a tad different this time around, with the “netty” part stretching all the way down to the bottom and the upper part of the panel being a bit more curved…

Cooler Master 690 II: Inheriting The Best

Gskill F3-12800Cl7T Tri channel kit Review
Rbmods posted a review on the Gskill F3-12800Cl7T Tri channel kit

We are going to look at a tri channel memory kit from Gskill today which we will compare vs a high performing Mushkin and Corsair kit. We are going to see what type of speeds we can expect at stock and also what we can do when it comes to overclocking.

Gskill F3-12800Cl7T Tri channel kit Review

Hitachi CinemaStar 7K1000.C (500 GB) Hard Disk Drive Review
TechARP posted a review on the Hitachi CinemaStar 7K1000.C (500 GB) Hard Disk Drive

The Hitachi CinemaStar is an established family of hard disk drives with no less than five different models available. They are all targeted at consumer electronics (CE) applications, such as PVRs, DVRs and CCTV systems. Hence, they have a feature set that focuses on this segment :

- Optimized to record multiple, simultaneous video streams, Hitachi SmoothStream technology supports the ATA*7 streaming command set, and SCT provides time-limited error recovery and thermal monitoring capabilities. Because IT data and video streams have different throughput demands, AV-Zoning allows the definition of various error recovery procedures for predefined ranges of data blocks or zones to enable the system to effectively deliver critical data and time-sensitive video content from a single drive. Other features that help tailor this drive for streaming video applications include Read Continuous mode, which helps manage error recovery for video streams, and Media Maintenance enhancements, preventing track wear-out from around-the-clock operation.

- Leveraging eighth generation power management technology, as well as power-saving HiVERT innovations pioneered on Hitachi 2.5-inch notebook drives, this new CinemaStar hard drive provides up to 18% idle power savings over the previous model, delivering best-in-class power management and thermal emissions.

- All CinemaStar products are enhanced with silent-seek acoustics to deliver bedroom-quiet operation, and the Hitachi patented load/unload ramp mechanism that helps prevent disk wear and protects the disk during non-operation.

This review will be looking at one of Hitachi's latest 7200 RPM CinemaStar model - the 500 GB CinemaStar 7K1000.C hard disk drive. Let's take a look!

Hitachi CinemaStar 7K1000.C (500 GB) Hard Disk Drive Review

Intel Core i7 980X Extreme Edition CPU
t-break posted a review on the Intel Core i7 980X Extreme Edition CPU

Its screaming fast in applications that utilize the added cores.

Intel Core i7 980X Extreme Edition CPU