Shuttle SN27P2 Review
Bit-Tech posted a review on Shuttle's SN27P2 motherboard, which supports AMD's new AM2 processors and has an NVIDIA nForce 570 chipset to boot.

The SN27P2 is a wholly integrated and clever barebones system that performs as well as a full ATX system, but only takes a fraction of the space. With support for AMD's socket AM2 processors, the SN27P2 is a pretty sweet barebones unit if you're not looking to overclock. Rockin'.

Shuttle SN27P2 Review

Simply Mepis 6.0 - Simply a solid option for a Linux Distro that works
KnoLinux published a review on Simply Mepis 6.0

SimplyMepis 6.0 has been around for a bit now, but in my effort to review the most popular and easiest distros marketed today, there simply is no way to skip over this product. Mepis itself is not too new, having been around in one form or another for a couple of years. Recently, Warren Woodford moved his product to be based on Ubuntu which is a really strong distro and extremely popular. Warren's story is similar to that of many people who create their own distros; he just wanted one that worked the way he wanted it too. I myself gave the distro a run in its beta stages and was very impressed with the extras that Mepis added to an already great package. For clarity sake, it would technically be closer to Kubuntu, but that is neither here nor there as switching from Ubuntu to K is as simple as one right click and apply.

Simply Mepis 6.0 - Simply a solid option for a Linux Distro that works



Kensington Entertainment Dock 500 for iPod Review
CoolTechZone.com posted a review on the Kensington Entertainment Dock 500 for iPod

Not too long ago we evaluated Kensington’s Stereo Dock for iPod, which essentially lets you connect Apple’s iPod to the stereo and listen to music without needing a pair of earphones or headphones. Obviously this is a great option for iPod admirers, since you can then share your music at social events with your friends and family members. All in all, it’s a good product and we recommend it to anyone who is looking for an iPod dock.

Kensington Entertainment Dock 500 for iPod Review

Safer Surfing Through Virtualization
XYZ Computing has posted a new article: Safer Surfing Through Virtualization

If you are a security conscious or have to spend some time on less reputable web sites a great option is to use either Linux or OS X. Because the high majority of security threats which we are exposed to are designed to compromise Windows, by moving to a non-Windows operating system those threats no longer matter. This is not true all the time, especially
for spam and phishing, but the possibility of a virus or spyware is greatly decreased. The problem is, of course, that people are reluctant to move to a new operating system, even a free one. A solution to this is virtualization,
or basically running one of these non-Windows operating systems from within Windows. This will enable users to create a virtual workstation entirely
on their existing computer, something which will not interfere with Windows and will not require a separate computer or even a dual boot.

Safer Surfing Through Virtualization

Undervolting the AMD A64 X2 4200+ AM2 Processor
Legit Reviews undervolt the AMD A64 X2 4200+ AM2 processor and try to find the lowest possible voltage the processor can run still stable at with the hopes of lowering power consumption and system temperatures.

Undervolting proved susscessful as we were able to reduced temperatures and lower the total power consumption on our test platform. Our testing showed that we were able to shave off 28W at full load, so by undervolting we can expect to save up to $34 a year by reducing the utility bill. It almost makes you wonder why more people aren't doing this!...

Undervolting the AMD A64 X2 4200+ AM2 Processor

Desktop CPU Comparison Guide Rev. 1.1
Tech ARP has posted rev. 1.1 of the Desktop CPU Comparison Guide

There are so many CPU models that it has become quite impossible to keep up with the different models or even remember their specifications!

Therefore, we decided to compile this guide to provide an easy reference for those who are interested in comparing the specifications of the various desktop CPUs in the market, as well as those already obsolescent or obsolete.

Currently covering over 570 desktop CPUs, this comprehensive comparison will allow you to easily compare up to 14 different specifications for each and every CPU!

Here are the updates:-

- Corrected specifications for the Other Features section of the
Intel page.
- Corrected the L2 cache sizes for the Intel Pentium !!!-S
processors.
- Adjusted the size and design of the tables in all pages.
- Other minor corrections and adjustments.
- Total CPUs : 573

Desktop CPU Comparison Guide Rev. 1.1

DDR Memory Kit Roundup
Mad Shrimps posted a DDR Memory Kit Roundup

DDR is on its last legs with both AMD and Intel now supporting the newer DDR2 modules for their latest platforms. We present you with our most likely last DDR module review; two 2Gb high end memory kits from A-DATA and Team Group strive to help you get the most out of your Athlon 64 setup.

DDR Memory Kit Roundup

Auzentech's HDA X-Plosion 7.1 DTS-Connect Review
The Guru of 3D posted a review on Auzentech's HDA X-Plosion 7.1 DTS-Connect

Oh, my head! I've just been on a four week bender with a sound card. As strange as that may sound (and there are worse things to have a bender on), there's something pretty awesome about a Home Theatre PC setup. Only with this bender, I have watched a lot of movies, played some hot games, and listened to a lot more music. My eyes are bloodshot, my ears are ringing, and I think I used to have a cat. Somewhere in the middle of this review I have discovered I might have a problem.

The cause of all this? Well, that would be Auzentech's HDA X-Plosion 7.1 DTS-Connect, and I've had a good time of it. I even got the wife to watch a Star Wars movie with me.

Auzentech's HDA X-Plosion 7.1 DTS-Connect Review

Gigabyte GA-965P-DS3 Motherboard Review
Hardware Logic takes a look at the Gigabyte GA-965P-DS3 Motherboard

GIGABYTE was born 20 years ago, brought into the world by a handful of elite IT engineers. Since then, GIGABYTE has grown into one of the largest motherboard manufacturers, and more recently has focused on catering to the enthusiast PC market.

With the recent introduction of Intel's Core 2 Duo procesors came a new breed of chipsets, the Intel P965. Gigabytes GA-965P-DS3 comes to light, featuring the P965 chipset, All-Solid Capacitor Motherboard Design, and maybe most importantly, weighs in with a modest price-tag. Today, HardwareLogic is going to find out exactly what the GA-965P-DS3 is made of....come along and see for yourself....

Gigabyte GA-965P-DS3 Motherboard Review

Switt To Do List Version 5.10 Review
Bjorn3D posted a review on Switt To Do List Version 5.10

Software vendors saw this handwriting on the wall several years ago and began to develop products that ranged from simple to-do lists to full blown project management software. In most cases the delivered products were either way to simplistic to extend much beyond a typed version of the hand scripted list I alluded to above, or they were so feature laden with such a steep learning curve that they literally took months to master. Another flaw with these products was that few would bridge the gap from your simple project needs at home to your more complex needs in your work environment. Cost also had to be factored into this equation with the better packages being somewhat cost prohibitive.

Switt To Do List Version 5.10 Review

Zalman VF900-Cu Goes LED Review
BCC Hardware just posted up a review of the new Zalman VF900-Cu LED GPU cooler.

This little beauty has what it takes to keep things quiet and cool. We strap it onto a toasty and noisy little eVGA 7600GT CO for a few rounds of fun. It spanks the stock cooling which isnÂ’t much of a surprise. What is a nice surprise is how quiet it is though. Take a look at the links below for more information.

Zalman VF900-Cu Goes LED Review

Sapphire Ultimate Radeon X1600s Review
HotHardware.Com posted a new article where they evaluate the features and performance of Sapphire's Ultimate Radeon X1600 Pro and Ultimate X1600 XT cards.

Take a look.

Sapphire Ultimate Radeon X1600s Review

OCZs PC2-7200 Platinum XTC SLI Ready Memory Benchmarked
PC Stats benchmarked OCZs PC2-7200 Platinum XTC SLI Ready Memory

OCZ's 2GB PC2-7200 Platinum XTC SLI Ready memory offers users an interesting mix of high speeds and low latency. With a retail price of $397 CDN ($354 US, £186GBP) for the 2GB kit, the 240 pin OCZ PC2-7200 Platinum XTC SLI Ready DDR-2 memory modules are pricey. What you get for your cash is a pretty alluring package, teamed up with potentially explosive specs. This is PC2-7200 DDR-2 after all! Next up, we get down and dirty with the OCZ PC2-7200 Platinum XTC SLI Ready memory and overclock it way past 1000MHz!

OCZs PC2-7200 Platinum XTC SLI Ready Memory Benchmarked

Super Talent PC2-6400 2x1GB memory Review
Neoseeker has published a review of Super Talent's PC2-6400 DDR2 kit

Super Talent isn't well known to many enthusiasts but they have been trying hard to break into the market against well known brands like Corsair, Crucial, OCZ, and others. We found the memory to be quite good actually, and we were able to tweak it to some of the best timings we've seen.

Super Talent PC2-6400 2x1GB memory Review

Zalman ZM-RF1 Reserator Fan Kit Review
Tweaknews.net has posted a review on the Zalman ZM-RF1 Reserator Fan Kit

Zalman has never shied away from making products that target small niche markets. With the ZM-RF1, they seem to have a product that is desperately seeking a purpose. Zalman's Reserator series of liquid cooling systems fit into a target market by virtue of their silence. By adding the ZM-RF1, the user turns a silent system into a quiet one with lackluster performance. In my opinion, a 2-3C drop in temps is a poor trade-off for the added noise.

Zalman ZM-RF1 Reserator Fan Kit Review

Corsair TWIN2X512-8500 Memory Review
Viper Lair take a look at Corsair's current speed king.

The Corsair TWIN2X-8500 is a strong performer at both high frequency and low latencies. Basically, depending on your needs, the ram can easily switch between the two options. To be truthful, the main market for this memory is going to be users with 1066MHz CPUs so that they can run their memory 1:1. That said, I think overall you'll see better numbers if you can tighten the timings at the expense of a slightly lower clock speed.

Corsair TWIN2X512-8500 Memory Review

Globalsat GV-201 All-in-One Vehicle Navigation System Review
ThinkComputers.org takes a look at the Globalsat GV-201 All-in-One Vehicle Navigation System

With so many GPS solutions out there which one is right for you? Well it all depends on what you need and how much you want to spend. There are many GPS choices some of the big names are Magellan, Garmin, and TomTom. While these are the big names Globalsat has an All-in-One solution the GV-201 that is a navigation system, MP3 player, movie player, and a photo viewer. From looking at prices of other systems out there Globalsat is able to pack all this stuff in there a keep it far less expensive than its competitors.

Globalsat GV-201 All-in-One Vehicle Navigation System Review

Vizo Mirrorbox 32-in-1 Card Reader Review
Techgage take a look at a card reader that supports up to 32 different models.

Media cards are becoming commonplace, we see them more and more every day. They're found in cameras, MP3 players and now even in some cell phones, car stereos and gaming appliances. If you've got more than one format you're stuck with a tough choice, either use the method of transfering data provided with each device or buy a multi-card reader.

Vizo Mirrorbox 32-in-1 Card Reader Review