We’ve updated our CPU cooler comparison charts, now we’ve got 20 coolers compared running on the C2D CPU.

In the next few days I’ll be updating the C2Q Comparison charts as well.

You can go HERE or click the thumbnail above to be taken to the full comparison article.

Ninjalane has posted a preview article featuring the DFI Lanparty UT X48 DDR3 edition. This is a long awaited board, but what DFI board isn’t?

Subject: DFI Lanparty UT X48 T3R Preview @ Ninjalane
URL: http://www.ninjalane.com/display.aspx?docname=lanparty-x48-t3r_pre

ARCTIC COOLING has announced the new Accelero TWIN TURBO which is a Superior Cooling Solution for High Performance Graphics Cards.
It is compatible with ATI Radeon HD 4870, 4850 and nVIDIA GeForce 9600GT, 8800GT series.

Product URL: http://www.arctic-cooling.com/vga2.php?idx=166
Data sheet: http://www.arctic-cooling.com/downloads/spec_sheet/spec_sheet_AcceleroTwinTurbo.pdf

Superior Cooling Solution for High Performance Graphics Cards

A new dual-fan VGA cooler Accelero TWIN TURBO, adding a multi-compatible high performance merchandise into their reputable VGA cooler product line. With 26°C temperature reduction and 0.6 Sone noise level, the Accelero Twin Turbo is an ideal VGA cooler for enthusiasts to boost overclocking potential to a new horizon.

Main features

• Unmatched cooling performance – up to 120W
• Efficient heat transfer via 4 heatpipes and 30 fins
• Two ultra quiet 80mm fans with low noise impeller
• Patented fan holder eliminates the buzzing sound
• RAM and voltage regulator cooling
• SLi and Crossfire compatible
• Pre-applied MX-2
• Lightweight, transport safe
• 6 year warranty

Unmatched Cooling Performance
Featuring 4 heat pipes, 30 fins and 2 PWM fans, the Accelero TWIN TURBO optimises airflow to 40 CFM, and achieves up to 120 Watt cooling capacity. Together with memory and voltage regulator cooling, this new VGA cooler gives enthusiasts a very promising result – 26°C lower than the nVIDIA GeForce 9600GT stock cooler. With such phenomenal cooling performance, the Accelero TWIN TURBO also maximizes the overclocking potential and extends the service life of your graphics card.

TechwareLabs has published a review of the Symphonic Designs Tube Amplifier with iPod Dock and Bluetooth. Here’s a clip from the review:

Quote: For the high end audio enthusiast the holy grail has always been vacuum tubes. Nothing else is capable of producing as clear or powerful sound. We take a look at the Symphonic Designs Vacuum Tube Amplifier which mates old with new in its design which integrates an iPod dock and even bluetooth. Do we like this “lifestyles of the rich and famous” priced amplifier? Or do we think it needs some more refinement. Read our review to find out.

LINK: http://www.techwarelabs.com/reviews/audio/symphonic-designs/

Title: Symphonic Designs Tube Amplifier @ TechwareLabs

OCZ Technology Introduces the Latest DDR3 Kits within the Intel Extreme Memory Series

Sunnyvale, Calif.—July 2, 2008—OCZ Technology Group, a worldwide leader in innovative, ultra-high performance and high reliability memory, today announced the expansion of its Intel® Extreme Memory modules lineup, the latest memory solution that implements a high-performance specification optimized and predefined for the Intel X38 and X48 chipsets. The new modules are rated at DDR3-1333 and DDR3-1600 and feature the all-new Intel branded black XTC heatspreader. With a long history of providing the most innovative products to the enthusiast community, OCZ is excited to take advantage of Intel’s interest and development of overclocking platforms with these latest additions to the series.

Designed to significantly increase performance levels of the entire platform, these modules feature Intel Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP), a proprietary extension of SPD (Serial Presence Detect) settings that act as an integrated “plug and play” overclocking tool. The new Extreme Memory Profile options on the new OCZ DDR3 modules allow the end user to select extreme or ultimate performance through a framework of predefined and validated optimizations of individual settings without the hassle of manually adjusting each parameter, so the timings, voltage, and speed boot automatically for maximum performance.

“We are proud to embrace Intel’s XMP specifications in the new line-up of DDR3 modules,” commented Dr. Michael Schuette, VP of Technology Development at OCZ Technology. “XMP-Ready memory allows safe booting of the system under any circumstances while maintaining the built-in overclocking features to bring out the ultimate performance of the entire system.”

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Today I’ve got the last of three CPU coolers that Kingwin  has sent me over for review, the RVT-12025D, and this thing is huge.

The RVT-12025D offers decent cooling performance but not what you might expect from such a large cooler, you won’t be breaking any records with this cooler. It’s built to be silent and keep your CPU cool, and that it does well. Installation though can be tricky, and downright difficult actually…

Read on to learn more about the RVT-12025D CPU Cooler…

Read Full Review HERE

While requiring modern and reasonably powerful hardware to run well, the unbelievable stereoscopic immersion, image quality and head-tracking are especially effective in the Space Shuttle 3D Virtual Cockpit, during rendezvous, docking, landing and of course during Extra Vehicular Activities (space walks) where the feeling of being there, working on the ISS is close to none.

The Space Shuttle Mission 2007 coupled with the Vuzix™ iWear VR920 is the closest most PC gamers can get to the multi-million NASA Virtual Reality Lab used to train Astronauts in anticipation for activities involving space walks around the International Space Station.

The iWear VR920 support is available with Service Pack 1.36 which also adds a number of goodies such as new GPC modes, enhanced 3D VR Cockpit and new simulated systems. As with all past SSM2007 add-ons, the special Stereoscopic Virtual Reality support for iWear VR920 is free of charge for all legal customers.

The Space Shuttle Mission 2007™ is available online in downloadable format at the SSM2007 official web site: www.space-shuttle-mission.com.

Exciting Simulations™ is an entertainment brand name of Simsquared Ltd. - a leading developer of professional Naval Simulation applications.

CPU3D Review: Glacialtech Igloo 5750 Silent CPU Cooler

There are now plenty of companies producing thermal products for PC’s. Glacialtech is one of those companies. Their latest Igloo 5750 Silent CPU Cooler utilises two 92mm low rpm fans in a downward flow angle to cool not only cool the CPU, but also the surrounding socket area as well. Find out how well it cools, as our CPU3D review team puts it through the test.

Read the rest of the review … http://www.cpu3d.com/content/view/5289/52/

Title: Easy Touch ET-656 Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Review on Technic3D

Link: http://www.technic3d.com/article-681,1-easy-touch-et-656-wireless-tastatur-maus-kombi.htm

Quote: “The Easy Touch ET-656 Wireless Keyboard/Mouse arrived Technic3D. Ultra-low profile, Programmable keys, Multimedia keys, Wireless 27 MHz (up to 1,5m) and  Volume adjustment (scroll) for a good Price?. Technic3D will see the functions in the following Review.”

While there are quite a few manufacturers building GeForce 8800M equipped notebooks, almost all of them are high-end products that demand top dollar for the pleasure. Gateway’s “P-Series FX” line-up of 17″ gaming notebooks seems no different at first glance.  However, careful inspection of their product specifications reveals that the most junior P-Series FX model weighs in at just $1,349.99, a decidedly mid-range price point for this type of machine. Yet it’s still powered by a GeForce 8800M, just like the rest of the otherwise high-end FX notebook line-up. This GPU choice alone potentially makes the junior P-Series FX model one of the best gaming and multimedia machines in the entire mid-range notebook price segment, so we couldn’t resist taking a closer look.  Come on by the site and check it out…

URL: http://www.hothardware.com/Articles/Gateway_P6831FX_Gaming_Notebook

Site: http://www.hothardware.com/

Title:
PowerColor AMD TV Wonder 600 PCIe x1

Link:
http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Powercolor/TV_Wonder_600

Brief:
The new TV Wonder 600 PCIe TV tuner card is the PCI-Express x1 entry level model of the new series. This is also the first time that the TV Wonder series is available in Europe with the PAL standard. It can be used for analog or DVB-T signals and manages MPEG encoding by software. The card is built on a fancy purple PCB, comes with an extremely stylish IR receiver along with a remote and PowerCinema 5.

SEOUL, Korea (AVING) — <Visual News> Nexon America begins the open beta today for ‘Combat Arms’, its free-to-play, online multiplayer, first-person shooter game.

Combat Arms enlists players into various battlefields across the globe to face-off against other ambitious soldiers of fortune, delivering gamers a high-quality FPS with an extensive arsenal of weapons, no locked areas, and no monthly subscription fees. Players earn their keep through precise marksmanship, teamwork and stealth. The customizable shooter is ready for North American users to enjoy free fragging and will remain free when it makes its official launch later this summer.

The open beta version adds a new map, a new individual deathmatch game mode, as well as several additional match settings adding to the game’s variety. In keeping with the planned upcoming monthly updates, new weaponry and gear has also been made available for this testing phase. Most importantly, community features such as the in-game messenger and clan system have been added, allowing player-formed groups to face off in official matches.

The foundation of Combat Arms, like all Nexon Games, is providing a distinct, social gaming experience in a free-to-play environment. Buddy lists, clan support, vengeance kills and clan rivalries all help Combat Arms deliver a tracking system for in-game competition, moving beyond standard video games and into the realm of sports leagues.

The open beta delivers marked improvements to Combat Arms after a successful closed beta test where over 30,000 users experienced what it takes to be a mercenary. Players have already developed a strong appreciation for the game’s customizable weapons and equipment, as well as the chance to tailor their own personal soldier. The open beta will feed directly into the game’s official launch so early gamers can get a head start on picking their user name and designing their soldier.

Interested players can sign up at http://combatarms.nexon.net and interested media should contact Nexon Public Relations for any additional information or game artwork.

Via AVING.NET

NEW CONTENT (Guides) - How To Replace Memory Heat Spreaders

QUOTE: “Welcome to another session of void-your-warranty, as today we will look at upgrading the stock heat spreaders on a pair of Kingston DDR2 memory modules.

What we will do here is run through a step-by-step of removing the plain flat aluminum spreaders that come with most RAM modules and upgrading them with some Nexus HXR-550B Heat-Pipe memory coolers.”

For more information, please visit - http://www.tweaktown.com/guides/1491/how_to_replace_memory_heat_spreaders/index.html

Best Regards,

The TweakTown Team
http://www.tweaktown.com

I4U NEWS published a review of the Maximo iMetal iP-HS2 Isolation Headset for iPhone.

Quote from the review:
“Today we are looking at the iMetal iP-HS2 Isolation Headset for iPhone that is designed to work specifically with the iPhone. The headset is very attractive and works well. The other day we reviewed teh iP-HS1 model from the same company.

I found that the ear tips are rather small in their sizes; I typically use medium ear tips on most isolation style headsets. On the iMetal iP-HS2 Isolation Headset for iPhone, I had to move up to the large to get the same seal and fit I normally see with medium tips. If you have large ears, this could be an issue for you.”

Full Review:
http://www.i4u.com/full-review-449.html

Homepage Link:
http://www.i4u.com

Using the VIZO HDD Protector is the easiest and cheapest way to convert an old drive for external use.
Carry your business and creative efforts with you wherever you go.
Its unique anti-vibration function protects sensitive HDD and allows proper heat dissipation generated from the hard drive.
The VIZO HDD protector is easy to fit that takes quickly to install and VIZO HDD protector is also stackable to save desktop spaces

• Material: Silica gel
• Dimensions: 3.5″ :160(L) x 117(W) x 34(H) mm / 2.5″ :109(L) x 80(W) x 17.5(H) mm
• Stack function: YES (Maximum 5 pcs)
• Weight:  3.5″ :76g / 2.5″ :27g
• Model name: AVK-250 / AVK-250-BK / AVK-350 / AVK-350-BK

Title: Nexus HOC-9000 @ Tech-Reviews.co.uk

Briefing: CPU cooling has become a dominant sector of computer components recently as the need for a cooler that not only performs well but also has low noise levels has become a fundamental rule of most higher-end computer systems. With many putting their processors under a lot of strain through overclocking and gaming, central processing units tend to heat up rapidly; in response to this Nexus have crafted the HOC-9000 - a supposedly ‘real-silent’ CPU cooler.

Link: http://tech-reviews.co.uk/reviews/nexus-hoc-9000/

Title: Dell Vostro 1500 Review

Link: http://spicygadget.com/2008/06/24/dell-vostro-1500-review/
Quote: “So I purchased the Dell Vostro 1500 laptop, the newest edition in Dell’s lineup of business laptops since I own an older Inspiron laptop model and it never failed me. I looked around for all different brands before choosing Dell again just to see if I could do better with the same or even $200 dollars more on the price, but I just can’t find anything cheaper with such a great host of features and excellent specs.”

We’ve just posted a new article on our website, Hardware Secrets.

Title: DirectX Versions
Link: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/95
Category: Tutorials

Summary:
What are the main differences between the several DirectX versions released? Find out in this tutorial.

Here is a snippet:
“DirectX is a programming interface that allows programs (like games) to talk with your PC hardware (like your video card). There are several DirectX versions available and in this short tutorial we will explain what the main differences between them are.”

NEW CONTENT – The Bourne Conspiracy Xbox 360 Review

TTGamer have today posted a review of The Bourne Conspiracy for the Xbox 360. While the wait for a Bourne game has been long, perhaps that is the reason why this is one movie game worth looking at.

For more information, please visit - http://gaming.tweaktown.com/articles/966/the_bourne_conspiracy_xb360_review/index.html
Best Regards,

TTGamer Team
http://gaming.tweaktown.com

Intel Core 2 Extreme CPU Cooler Review

“Intel Core 2 Extreme CPU got a special treatment from the Intel thermal management department; a fancy large CPU cooler with 110cm LED fan and copper heat column. How does it compare to the other Intel reference coolers? Is it an alternative for 3rd party heatsinks, let us find out!”

http://www.madshrimps.be/gotoartik.php?articID=829
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Title: Razer Piranha - Headphones at Modders-Inc

Summary: The Razer Piranha is engineered from the ground up to blend performance, long hours of comfort and functionality, to deliver realistic in-game audio that will satisfy the needs of the most demanding gamer – You.

Articles URL: http://www.modders-inc.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story&reid=219

Site URL:  http://www.modders-inc.com

Lubix UBHS-NC1 Stereo Bluetooth Headset

” I have always been a bit weary of doing reviews of things very subjective and a Bluetooth headset is just one of those things. When Lubix offered to send a review sample over, I was hesitant until they insisted. I’m glad they did since the UBHS-NC1 is a great stereo headset. I’m not a headset kind of person, but as standard Bluetooth headphones, they rock. ”

Link: http://www.aselabs.com/articles.php?id=263

Digit-Life Review: AMD Phenom X4 In Real-Life Applications

Excerpt:
“This small article touches upon a single problem: how memory performance affects the speed of a computer based on a quad-core AMD Phenom X4 9850 processor. However, it would be reasonable to assume that tendencies discovered in this article will be true for at least all Phenom X4 products.”

Article: http://www.digit-life.com/articles3/cpu/amd-phenom-x4-9850-ddr2-533-p1.html

hecus N5200PRO is extremely well-received by users and IT media worldwide. It is regard as the best of its category. Huge storage capacity under high level of data protection, outstanding performance and numerous functions are the reasons why it is recognized as one of the most desirable digital storage solution for offices and homes to store valuable data.

Since N5200PRO usually operates at long period of time, power consumption is a major concern for users. With its energy saving design, N5200PRO requires limited power to execute tasks. Below is power consumption under 3 operation statuses:

1. Without HDDs: 39W while running without any HDD.

2. Access: 79W while transferring files (with 5 750GB WD Caviar^® HDDs).

3. Standby: 57W during system (& disk) standby.

The average office PC draws approx. 110W of electricity. Therefore, with 5 high capacity hard drives and maximum loading, N5200PRO power consumption is 28% lower than average PC. It is considered as energy saving device and is applicable to network environment. Users do not need to worry about huge electricity bill when leaving N5200PRO running for a long time. The energy conserving design allows the device to operate with limited electricity.