Apevia X-Telstar Review
Overclockers Online has posted a new review on the Apevia X-Telstar

Apevia has impressed us with the aesthetics and features of the X-Telstar, but the cooling performance can be a drawback to buyers. The X-Telstar has all of the features you would expect from a top notch professional case; security locks, drive rails, motherboard tray and side panel window.

Apevia X-Telstar Review

Scythe S-Flex Fan Roundup
DreamWare Computers posted Scythe S-Flex Fan Roundup

The S-Flex line of fans is Scythe's introduction into the silent fan market. Built using Sony's Fluid Dynamic Bearing design, these fans are available in three different RPM's, which vary airflow and noise levels accordingly. Today we are lucky enough to have one of each model on hand to test and review for you!

Scythe S-Flex Fan Roundup



Antec True Power Quattro 850 watts Review (German)
Hardwareoverclock Austria has reviewed Antec's new PSU True Power Quattro 850 watts.

The True Power Quattro serie has a lot of features. Four 12V rails increase the system stability. The TruePower Quattro comes with four PCI-E connectors for powering one (or even two) of the newest generation of video cards. All modular cables are sleeved and labeled to give the system a clean and professional look.

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Cooler Master Cosmos 1000 Case Review
R&B Mods posted a review on the Cooler Master Cosmos 1000 Case

Today we are taking a look at Coolermasters latest creation named Cosmos. This midi tower case has loads of new features that other cases lack. Apparently Coolermaster has listened to the consumers and tried to make a case that the consumers request. Lets take a look at this midi tower case to see what conclusion we come to at the end.

Cooler Master Cosmos 1000 Case Review

Ideazon Business Solution Keysets Review
BCC Hardware takes a look at the Ideazon Business Solution Keysets

Ideazon has created some Business Solution keysets in order to broaden the appeal and marketability of the Zboard. While I don't think I'd go buy a Zboard and a Adobe PhotoShop keyset specifically for PhotoShop, if you have a Zboard already, the business keysets are a nice addition that make better use of your fancy folding keyboard.

Ideazon Business Solution Keysets Review

GMC R2 Toast Case Review
Driver Heaven posted a review on the GMC R2 Toast Case

There may be thousands of computer cases on store shelves for sale, but if you think about it only a few are innovative. From a cheap 30$ value case up to a 300$ aluminum tower, the basic concept is more or less the same. It is rare to see a case that differs from the rest not only in size, number of features and appearance, but down to the very basic design. GMC have however designed a chassis very different from the rest which allows the optical drive to be placed facing upwards. This design has many downsides but also has some advantages which can prove to be useful. GMC is the only company who produces such a case at the time being and registered patents worldwide for it as well, so it is unlikely to see another manufacturer copying the design. GMC baptized this case R-2 Toast?. Let us have a closer look at it.

GMC R2 Toast Case Review

Plextor PX-810UF DVD Super Multi-Drive Review
ClubOC posted a review on the Plextor PX-810UF DVD Super Multi-Drive

Plextor has become legendary for their ridiculously fast burners. It seems that as long as burners have been around, the rest of the market has been playing catch up to Plextor. Plextor has just released their Super Multi-drive external burner and sent it over for a little testing. I couldn't resist playing with a drive that boosts some of the fastest read speeds on the planet. Let's take a look at the drive and see how it stacks up.

Plextor PX-810UF DVD Super Multi-Drive Review

Western Digital My Book Passport 250G Review
OZ Hardware checked out the Western Digital My Book Passport 250G

The My Book Passport portable hard drive we're looking at today is outstanding value, coming in cheaper than a 250GB notebook drive on its own, which isn't something you see everyday so we decided to take a closer look.

Western Digital My Book Passport 250G Review

Thermaltake SwordM VD5000BNA Casing Review
Hardwarezone takes a look at the Thermaltake SwordM VD5000BNA case

After making the rounds at CeBIT and Computex, the Thermaltake SwordM VD5000BNA finally makes it onto our shores. How does this giant chassis stack up against the other super large towers? Read on to find out its features, including the use of hydraulics in a chassis.

Thermaltake SwordM VD5000BNA Casing Review

Razer Pro Solutions Pro Click Mobile Review
techPowerUp posted a review on the Razer Pro Solutions Pro Click Mobile

The Pro|Click Mobile is Razer's first go at designing a cordless laptop mouse. Being cordless and a laptop mouse seems to be some feat, but has Razer been able to make a good performing mouse that avoids all of the obvious pitfalls associated with cordless laptop mice?

Razer Pro Solutions Pro Click Mobile Review

Vantec EZ-Swap EX 2.5" HDD Enclosure Review
OCIA.net takes a look at the Vantec EZ-Swap EX 2.5" HDD Enclosure in their latest review

Today I will be looking at my second 2.5" HDD enclosure in as many months, in the Vantec EZ-Swap EX 2.5" drive enclosure. This enclosure offers a different mix of features, which may prove to be more useful that those on the Icy Box.

Vantec EZ-Swap EX 2.5" HDD Enclosure Review

OCZ DDR2 PC2-8500 Reaper HPC Edition Review
Modders-Inc has a new review online on the OCZ DDR2 PC2-8500 Reaper HPC Edition

OCZ has become a preferred vendor because of its Extended Voltage Protection warranty that covers the memory even if the memory voltage is bumped higher than stock. The OCZ DDR2 PC2-8500 Reaper HPC Edition is ready to push any system that can handle the 1066MHz modules, but can it handle being pushed back?

OCZ DDR2 PC2-8500 Reaper HPC Edition Review

ASUS EN8600GTS Silent Graphics Card Review
OCC has published a new review of the ASUS EN8600GTS Silent Graphics Card

For me personally, when I am about to purchase anything of value, packaging is always my least consideration. I have to admit, the cooler the packaging looks, the more I am likely to at least give it a look. However, it is always my practice that I will spend some time researching an item before I dole out any money for it. My father always said, "never judge a book by it's cover" and in my humble opinion, if you purchase anything because the box looks cool, you are likely to be disappointed more times than not. But for those who enjoy the artwork of packaging, the ASUS EN8600GTS Silent box has average looks at best.

ASUS EN8600GTS Silent Graphics Card Review

Xigmatek HDT-S1283 Exposed Copper Heatpipe CPU Cooler Review
Benchmark Reviews posted a review on the Xigmatek HDT-S1283 Exposed Copper Heatpipe CPU Cooler

Heatpipes have not been an integrated part of the CPU heatsink for very long now, but the tall design with a fan fixed to the front has already been done several times over. Copper heatpipes, and later copper bases, helped reach the coolest temperatures available from air cooling, but enthusiasts didn't have to wait long for the next advancement. Xigmatek has delivered the HDT-S1283 Exposed Copper Heatpipe CPU Cooler with 120mm cooling fan, and Benchmark Reviews is simply amazed by the unprecedented results. This is by far the best cooler we have yet to test.

Xigmatek HDT-S1283 Exposed Copper Heatpipe CPU Cooler Review

Silverstone TEMJIN TJ10 Enclosure Review
Virtual-Hideout posted a review on the Silverstone TEMJIN TJ10 Enclosure

So far to date, I have reviewed both the SilverStone TJ-06 and TJ-08. Now I am getting the chance to review the TJ10. (So? I like even numbers.) Anyway, in a word, this enclosure is HUGE. The delivery guy wanted to know if I was building some kind of super computer. Little did he know this delivery is the start of my global takeover. MUAHAHAHA! The SST TJ10 comes in two colors and two styles. The colors are silver and black, and the styles are windowed and non-windowed. The entire enclosure is constructed from aluminum to help lessen the weight, and boasts several unique features. As SilverStone offers well-constructed and -designed products, let's get on with the review to find out how the TJ10 stands up.

Silverstone TEMJIN TJ10 Enclosure Review

Thermalright V2 VGA Cooler Review
Tweaknews.net posted Thermalright V2 VGA Cooler Review

Thermalright has a real winner on their hands in the V2 cooler. There's a lot of performance in this compact heatsink and the CrossFire/SLI user, as well as HTPC enthusiasts, should take notice. In passive cooling mode it adequately (and silently) cooled this factory overclocked 7900 graphics card. Adding an inexpensive 80mm fan resulted in outstanding cooling performance.

Thermalright V2 VGA Cooler Review

Samsung PS-50P96FD 50in Plasma TV Review
TrustedReviews have looked at the Samsung PS-50P96FD 50in Plasma TV.

After a few days scouring the web I couldn't for the life of me find a single solution that offered everything that iTunes did, or at least that did it all better. I was flabbergasted. I knew iTunes was good, but I didn't realise it was this far ahead of the game.

Samsung PS-50P96FD 50in Plasma TV Review

Chaintech GAE85GT Review
OC Workbench posted a review on the Chaintech GAE85GT video card

If you are looking for a cheap good price/performance card that supports HDMI/HDCP, Chaintech GAE85GT has a winner.

CHAINTECH GAE85GT runs at an incredible core clock rate of 594MHz and 1540MHz memory clock with 256MB GDDR3 memory. The 3DMark06 scores show that GAE85GT delivers up to a 35% performance improvement compared to 85GT DDR2 Standard. The standard 8500GT card clks at 450/800.

It also supports PureVideo HD for play back of HD contents with ease. Most importantly, this card is factory o/c and can be further o/c to reach up to 45% of the original NV def clk.

Check out the review to find out more.

Chaintech GAE85GT Review

AVM Fritz!Box Fon WLAN 7170 Review
TrustedReviews have looked at the AVM Fritz!Box Fon WLAN 7170.

The ISDN features are of limited value to UK users making this a comparatively pricey router although there's no denying the 7170 delivers some of the best VoIP features around. The USB port is still the slower variety although it is more versatile than those offered on many competing routers and the new Child Protection option also has some interesting possibilities.

AVM Fritz!Box Fon WLAN 7170 Review

Asus P526 GPS-Enabled Smartphone Review
TrustedReviews have looked at the Asus P526 GPS-Enabled Smartphone.

The Asus P526 ticks plenty of smartphone boxes. It runs on the latest version of Microsoft's Windows Mobile platform, it's slim, and the design - while not iPhone sexy - is smart with some intelligent touches. You also get a decent GPS receiver for your money. However, no 3G, Wi-Fi and a less-than-impressive processor put it out of contention for a place in our list of favourite smartphones.

Asus P526 GPS-Enabled Smartphone Review

Thermaltake SwingRS 100 Review
Bjorn3D look at the Thermaltake SwingRS 100 case

Do you remember the first PC computer case you had? Mine belonged to an IBM-PS1 desktop and, while practical, was beige, bland and pretty dull looking. As the years went by and I started to build my own computers, I started to try to mod my cases, not only to make them look better but also to improve cooling and other features. I still remember the first case window kit I bought and how much time I spent first cutting the hole out and then get the window to fit in. Does anyone actually put in their own case window anymore? I doubt it.

Today cases come in all sorts of designs and sizes and there really is no reason to do all that stuff anymore. Thermaltake is a company that is well known for their wide range of cases and today it is my turn to take one of their latest cases for a test spin. The case in question is the new Thermaltake SwingRS 100, a case that not only looks good but also has some cool features inside.

Thermaltake SwingRS 100 Review